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Russia sentences Navalny lawyers to years behind bars

Yahoo News - Jan. 17

Russia sentences Alexey Navalny's lawyers to years in prison

Russia sentenced three lawyers who had defended Alexei Navalny to several years in prison for sharing his messages from prison with the outside world.

CBS News - Jan. 17

China’s Population Declines for 3rd Straight Year

The fall came despite a slight rise in births last year, the first increase since 2016. State efforts to cajole women to have children have met resistance.

The New York Times - Jan. 17

Source: Winker, Mets agree to one-year deal

Jesse Winker, who hit a combined .253 with 14 homers and 58 RBIs for the Mets and the Nationals in 2024, has reached a 1-year deal with the Mets, a source told ESPN.

ESPN - Jan. 16

UK pledges support for Ukraine with 100-year pact

Sir Keir Starmer visits Kyiv amid concerns the incoming Trump administration may reduce aid.

BBC News - Jan. 16

Alexandra Turvey named 2024 NCAA Woman of the Year

Alexandra Turvey, a 21-time All-American swimmer from Pomona College, is honored with the 2024 NCAA Woman of the Year Award. Turvey joins "CBS Mornings Plus" for her first interview since receiving ...

CBS News - Jan. 16

How Washington rebooted in just one year

New owners, new culture and a game-changing QB have breathed new life into a once-listless franchise.

ESPN - Jan. 16

How Nissan's profits dropped 90% in one year

Merging with rival Honda may be Nissan's best shot at survival. The Japanese automaker is struggling around the world, including the U.S. and China.

CNBC - Jan. 15

FirstFT: Germany’s economy contracts for second straight year

Also in today’s newsletter, South Korea’s impeached president is arrested and powerful Wall Street dealmaker joins OpenAI board

Financial Times - Jan. 15

German economy shrinks for second consecutive year

Europe’s largest economy contracted by 0.2% in 2024

Financial Times - Jan. 15

Revealing Red Wings Move Of The Year

It's only January, but it's clear what move has impacted the Detroit Red Wings the most this season.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 14

China corporate profits set for third year of declines

Oversupply drives intense competition that is undermining prices and profitability

Financial Times - Jan. 13

22-year-old makes $49,000 a year as a teacher while preparing to go into business: My job ‘is super rewarding’

Aron Olegnowicz-Cruz is a special education teacher in Columbus, Ohio, and part of the Teach for America program.

CNBC - Jan. 12

Fury fight has to happen this year - Joshua

Anthony Joshua calls for a long-awaited fight with British rival Tyson Fury to happen in 2025.

BBC News - Jan. 11

My year as a conscript in the Egyptian army

Smartphone photographs capture life as a soldier and the loneliness of night shifts

Financial Times - Jan. 11

Kraken Need To Be Sellers At This Year's Trade Deadline

The Seattle Kraken are closer to last place in the NHL than they are to a playoff spot and should be amongst the biggest sellers at this year's trade deadline.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 10

Last year was the hottest in Earth's recorded history

Last year was the planet’s hottest in recorded history, NASA announced, marking two years in a row that global temperatures have shattered records.

NBC News - Jan. 10

Fighters of the year, best fights, KO and more

Oleksandr Usyk, Gabriela Fundora, Katie Taylor and others were part of the best boxing moments of 2024.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Last year was hottest on record: NOAA

Last year was the hottest ever recorded, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released Friday. In 2024, Earth overall saw its highest global temperature ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

Macy's will close 66 stores this year. Here is where they are.

Macy's has released a list of the more than 60 underperforming stores it is closing in 2025.

CBS News - Jan. 10

FirstFT: The hottest year on record

Also in today’s newsletter, the resurrection of Andersen Consulting, and hiding savings from a significant other

Financial Times - Jan. 10

87 Years Ago, a Legendary Psychologist Discovered Skinner’s Law. It’s Still the Secret to Sticking With Your New Year’s Resolution

Feel your commitment to your New Year’s resolution flagging already? Skinner’s law is decades old, but it is still the solution.

Inc. - Jan. 10

Americans Are Tipping Less Than They Have in Years

Frustration with rising menu prices and ubiquitous tip prompts lead to a six-year low.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9

Last Year’s Hiring Announcements Lowest Since 2015

One firm said that the hiring announcement could be indicative of uncertain economic conditions.

Inc. - Jan. 9

A highly musical movie year

Never in Academy Awards history have so many women from musicals been likely Oscar nominees in a single year.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 9

Gingrich predicts Johnson will be Speaker for six years

Former Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-Ga.) is predicting that Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will remain in the top job for six years. The forecast from Gingrich — who wielded the gavel from 1995 to 1999 — ...

The Hill - Jan. 9

In the Palisades, an Evacuation Disaster Was Years in the Making

Some Pacific Palisades residents said the community had long asked for more detailed fire preparation plans. When a fire raged through the community this week, gridlock ensued.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

Sources: Verlander, Giants agree to 1-year deal

Justin Verlander agreed to a one-year, $15 million contract with the San Francisco Giants, sources told ESPN.

ESPN - Jan. 8

Southern California Is Dangerously Dry for This Time of Year

Ordinarily, the region would have seen some rain by January.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Alaba back in Madrid squad after year-long layoff

David Alaba has returned to the Real Madrid squad ahead of the Spanish Supercopa semifinal against Mallorca following a year-long layoff due to injury.

ESPN - Jan. 7

Is a 2-year CD still worth opening?

A 2-year CD can still be valuable for many savers, even at a slightly lower interest rate. Here's why.

CBS News - Jan. 7

'I can't spend another five years in my caravan'

A Doncaster mum suffers her second major flood in five years.

BBC News - Jan. 7

France marks Islamist attack on Charlie Hebdo magazine 10 years ago

Yahoo News - Jan. 7

Exclusive: McDonald's faces fresh abuse claims a year after promise to act

Workers at the fast-food chain tell the BBC they still face sexual abuse despite pledges to improve safeguarding.

BBC News - Jan. 7

Ghana’s Mahama Resumes Power After Eight Years in Opposition

Yahoo News - Jan. 7

France marks 10 years since deadly Charlie Hebdo attacks

A decade after gunmen stormed the offices of satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo in a deadly assault that shook France to its core, the nation paused Tuesday to honor the victims and grapple with the ...

ABC News - Jan. 7