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How George E. Johnson Turned a Haircare Company Into an Engine for Social and Economic Power in the Black Community.
In his new book, Afro Sheen, the legendary founder of the Johnson Products Company chronicles his creation of a business empire that spanned the Jim Crow era, the Civil Rights movement and the rise ...Inc. - 9h -
Altria says counterfeit e-vape products are impacting its business outlook
“Illicit products now represent more than 60% of the e-vapor category,” the tobacco company said.MarketWatch - 1d -
William E. Leuchtenburg, Scholar of F.D.R. and the Presidency, Dies at 102
His writings, which stretched across eight decades, helped Americans understand a president who transformed the office and shaped the postwar years.The New York Times - 2d -
‘Dean of American Historians’: Ken Burns on William E. Leuchtenburg
One was a filmmaker, the other a scholarly adviser (who sometimes appeared on camera), and the two became close friends, working together for more than 40 years.The New York Times - 2d -
Pebble’s Founder Wants to Relaunch the E-Paper Smartwatch
Eight years after the original Pebble smartwatch fizzled, a new team is working on a modern reboot using open source software. The e-paper screen is coming back too.Wired - 2d -
Paul George gets stuck as Eagles fans celebrate
The 76ers star acknowledged fans on Broad Street after Sunday's NFC Championship Game.ESPN - 3d -
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The Perfect Cacio e Pepe Recipe, According to Science
Italian scientists have drawn from thermodynamic principles to prevent a famous pasta from turning into a gooey mess.The New York Times - 3d -
Trump Argues That His Immunity Extends to E. Jean Carroll’s Lawsuits
The president, who was found liable for sexually abusing the writer E. Jean Carroll, is contending that he doesn’t have to pay the $83 million he owes for defaming her.The New York Times - 4d -
George R.R. Martin Coauthored a Scientific Paper
OK, cool, now finish The Winds of Winter.Wired - 6d -
Days after ‘E-L-G-S-E-S!' flub, Philly mayor gets help for Eagles chant redemption
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker appeared to blurt out the wrong spelling while chanting Eagles Sunday. At a LOVE Park pep rally on Thursday, she got some redemptionYahoo Sports - Jan. 23 -
An e-bike adventure through Armenia
A trailblazing new tour takes cyclists to remote villages and ancient monasteries in the country’s spectacular highlandsFinancial Times - Jan. 23 -
2025 NFC Championship: Watch as Philadelphia mayor Cherelle Parker botches spelling of 'E-A-G-L-E-S' chant
Someone give the mayor an 'A'CBS Sports - Jan. 22 -
The Book of George by Kate Greathead review – male misadventures
This wryly comic tale follows the lives of a stunted antihero and his long-suffering girlfriend. The title character of American author Kate Greathead’s second novel is not just a man; he’s an ...The Guardian - Jan. 22 -
'E-L-G-S-E-S!' Philly mayor flubs Eagles chant ahead of snowy playoff game
We’ve all been there at some point, struggling with the spelling of E-A-G-L-E-S during an impromptu Eagles chant.NBC News - Jan. 21 -
Sunday's Eddie George interview paved the way for the Bears to move quickly on Ben Johnson
From the moment the Bears fired coach Matt Eberflus, they were committed to conducting a wide-ranging and deliberate search for a new coach.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 20 -
Is Microsoft Excel the Next Big E-Sport?
At the Microsoft Excel World Championship in Las Vegas, there was stardust in the air as 12 finance guys vied to be crowned the world’s best spreadsheeter.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
George injury as Saracens fall to Castres defeat
England hooker Jamie George goes off injured as three-time winners Saracens fall to a shock 32-24 home defeat by Castres in the Investec Champions Cup.BBC News - Jan. 19 -
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'There's no dignity in this' - hospital A&E units under pressure
While the number of patients with flu are declining, a cold snap has again placed nurses under extreme stress.BBC News - Jan. 16 -
George Orwell to be honoured on new £2 coin by Royal Mint
Author of Nineteen Eighty-Four to be commemorated on coin to coincide with 75th anniversary of his death. He was a writer concerned with poverty, class and power; we will never know how George ...The Guardian - Jan. 13 -
'Huge' AI expansion and 'A&E trolley hell'
The government ramping up AI use in the public sector and NHS bed shortages lead Monday's papers.BBC News - Jan. 13 -
The Wanted's Max George 'wrote will from hospital'
The singer said he thought he was "going to die" before surgery to have a pacemaker fitted.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
George Pickens isn't optimistic about the Steelers' offense
Quarterback Russell Wilson has said he wants to return to the Steelers in 2025.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 12 -
Chuck E. Cheese makes a comeback, with trampolines and a subscription program
Four years after exiting bankruptcy, Chuck E. Cheese is making a comeback, thanks to a dramatic makeover to introduce its games and pizza to a new generation.NBC News - Jan. 11 -
'My mum died after four days on an A&E trolley'
As the NHS winter crisis continues to put pressure on hospitals, one daughter recounts how it impacted her family.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Booming Market for E-Commerce Returns Spurs an Acquisition by DHL
Huge volumes of returned goods from online purchases are inspiring legacy freight operators to buy specialized delivery companies, increasing their share of the growing business in buyer’s remorse.Inc. - Jan. 10 -
Watch: George W. Bush shares viral moment with Barack Obama
As former President George W. Bush headed to his seat former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral, he gave fellow former President Barack Obama a “belly tap” in an ultimate dad move that's gone viral.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Chuck E. Cheese makes a comeback, with trampolines and a subscription program
Chuck E. Cheese's parent company CEC Entertainment filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2020.CNBC - Jan. 10 -
Tax lessons for governments from Henry George
The 19th-century political economist understood that the whole of society should benefit from outsized profitsFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
Judge agrees to delay George Santos' sentencing in federal fraud case
Calling it a “one-time courtesy,” the judge granted George Santos' request to push his sentencing -- but not by as much as the former New York representative requested.ABC News - Jan. 9 -
'Patients are collapsing in the waiting room': A&E nurses speak out
Nurses working on the front line of emergency care have spoken to the BBC about pressure they are facing.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
The Papers: 'Meta reins in fact-checking' and A&E 'flu crisis'
A change in moderation policy by the owner of Facebook and pressures on the NHS lead the papers.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
A&E patients facing two-day waits in Liverpool
Patients in A&E at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital are facing waits of up to 50 hours.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Minneapolis agrees to police reform deal following George Floyd probe
The city of Minneapolis has agreed to a series of police reforms after a probe from the Justice Department in the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd. A court-enforceable agreement known as a ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Russell Wilson: I believe in George Pickens
The Steelers offense sputtered throughout Saturday night's 19-17 loss to the Bengals and wide receiver George Pickens had a hand in keeping the unit from finding any momentum.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5 -
Hillary Clinton, George Soros and others to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom
Among the recipients of the top civilian honor are NBA legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson, fashion icon Anna Wintour, U2 singer Bono and actor Denzel Washington.NBC News - Jan. 4 -
Why is George Santos asking for a sentencing delay in federal fraud case?
George Santos is currently scheduled to be sentenced next month on Long Island after pleading guilty to federal fraud, campaign finance and embezzlement charges.ABC News - Jan. 3 -
Barcelona to fine e-scooter users up to €500 for riding on pavements
Council to crack down on antisocial behaviour linked to rapid rise of e-scooter riders in city . Anyone riding an electric scooter on the pavement or without a helmet in Barcelona faces a fine of ...The Guardian - Jan. 3
