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Teacher who had knife pulled on him gives warning

A teacher who had a knife pulled out on him by a pupil says classroom behaviour is at its worst.

BBC News - Dec. 6

Brook & Carse give England upper hand on New Zealand

Harry Brook's scintillating century is backed up by crucial late wickets from Brydon Carse on the first day of England's second Test against New Zealand in Wellington.

BBC News - Dec. 6

A 'hidden' travel hack saves money on flights — if travelers can pull it off

Skiplagging can save money, but flyers can have their flights and miles canceled. They won't be banned from flying for life though, says Skiplagged's CEO.

CNBC - Dec. 6

Senior Biden aide commits to giving Ukraine avalanche of military assistance

White House games last-minute strategy to bolster Ukraine, including $20bn in loans and sweeping sanctions on Russia. The White House has gamed out a last-minute strategy to bolster Ukraine’s war ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

Fragile truce with Hezbollah gives few Israelis hope of lasting peace

JERUSALEM — The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah appeared on the verge of collapse this week — something that is not a surprise to many Israelis.

NBC News - Dec. 5

2 smart ways to borrow money for 2025 (and 2 risky ones)

Borrowers in need of some extra money should be aware of these smart (and risky) options heading into 2025.

CBS News - Dec. 5

EU gives green light for German state rescue of Meyer Werft shipyard

Yahoo News - Dec. 5

Indonesia arrests a Chinese man wanted by Beijing over money laundering charges

Indonesian authorities have arrested a Chinese man sought by Beijing for allegedly helping transfer and laundering almost $18 million from a criminal online gambling group in China

ABC News - Dec. 5

Money launderer for Russian spies won deal to help defend Ukraine power plant

Sanctioned ‘entrepreneur’ awarded sensitive state contract to provide parts for Dnipro hydroelectric station damaged by Russian missiles

Financial Times - Dec. 5

Charities see an uptick in giving. This Giving Tuesday, they can thank retirees for that.

Older Americans can still do a better job of donating in a tax-advantageous way, experts said.

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

I gave up bulk buying – and changed my attitude to money | Emma Brockes

Haul culture, fast fashion and warehouse shopping are not only a waste of hard-earned cash and resources but a titanic misuse of time. One of the conventional pleasures of the American shopping ...

The Guardian - Dec. 5

'Best game of season' - Newcastle give Liverpool rivals hope

Liverpool's 3-3 draw at Newcastle is described as "one of the best games of the season" - and gives their rivals hope in the battle for the Premier League title.

BBC News - Dec. 4

With tongue-in-cheek joke, Scottie Scheffler weighs in on money and Ryder Cup pay-for-play

For all the fans who are tired of hearing about purse sizes, player equity and potential deals with foreign investment funds, know that Scottie Scheffler shares your fatigue.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

UK dismantles massive money laundering operations tied to Russian oligarchs and cybercriminals

British authorities say they have dismantled two massive money laundering operations linked to Russia that were used by oligarchs, organized crime groups, cybercriminals and drug dealers

ABC News - Dec. 4

NYPD gives update on search for gunman in fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO

The NYPD spoke with reporters Wednesday about their ongoing efforts to find the gunman who shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson earlier in the day outside a New York City hotel.

CBS News - Dec. 4

NYPD gives details of 'targeted' shooting that killed UnitedHealthcare CEO

New York police officials say a masked man shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson several times outside of a Manhattan hotel before fleeing into Central Park.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Citing Hunter Biden pardon, Trump asks judge to dismiss his criminal hush money case

Donald Trump's criminal hush money case should be dismissed because it "threatens the functioning" of the U.S. government, Trump's attorneys argue in a new filing.

ABC News - Dec. 4

Agent's Take: Biggest individual dead money charges in 2024, including Broncos' big hit from Russell Wilson

The Steelers are reaping the benefits of Wilson's comeback at a discount rate

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

PM refuses to give further details of Haigh resignation

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch asks the PM why he appointed a "convicted fraudster" to his team.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Global investigation exposes alleged billion-dollar Russian money-laundering network

UK and foreign law enforcement agencies say networks laundered cash and cryptocurrencies for organised crime gangs across the west. Operatives said to be behind a billion-dollar Russian ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

Latest from Tiger Woods: Health, PGA Tour-PIF deal and Ryder Cup money

Woods isn't sure when he's going to return to competitive golf, but he still has thoughts on some of the pressing issues facing the sport.

ESPN - Dec. 4

Former EU justice commissioner Reynders investigated for money laundering

Belgian political heavyweight suspected of having used lottery gains to launder large amounts of cash

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Trump attorneys urge judge to dismiss hush money case citing Hunter Biden pardon

NBC News’ Vaughn Hillyard reports on President-elect Trump’s legal team urging Judge Juan Merchan to dismiss the New York City hush money case citing Hunter Biden’s pardon.

NBC News - Dec. 4

A sweet Black Friday deal for retailers this year: ‘People keep spending money’

Despite a consensus that many Americans voted last month based on concerns about financial well-being and cost-of-living pressures, the recent kickoff to the holiday-shopping season is ...

MarketWatch - Dec. 4

Mark Cuban’s War on Drug Prices: ‘How Much Fucking Money Do I Need?’

“I’m not trying to land on Mars,” Cost Plus Drugs founder Mark Cuban joked at WIRED’s The Big Interview event.

Wired - Dec. 3

Dak Prescott gives update on recovery from hamstring surgery

"I'm living it up in the truck right now," Prescott told Yahoo Sports. He also watched the Cowboys' most recent game from the coaches booth for an interesting reason.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Trump cites Hunter Biden pardon in request to dismiss hush-money case

Lawyers file paperwork to formally request dismissal after judge in November put sentencing on hold indefinitely. Donald Trump ’s lawyers have filed paperwork pushing for dismissal of his ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Why Willy Adames is going to get paid big money this winter

Adames isn't a household name, but when he plays, his teams win. Here's where he could end up.

ESPN - Dec. 3

President-elect Donald Trump’s lawyers urge judge to toss his hush money conviction

NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump’s lawyers formally asked a judge Monday to throw out his hush money criminal conviction, arguing continuing the case would present unconstitutional ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Trump urges judge to toss hush money case, citing Hunter Biden pardon

Lawyers for President-elect Donald Trump urged the judge who presided over his conviction for falsifying business records to dismiss the indictment against him, citing the language President Joe ...

NBC News - Dec. 3

Clinton delivers to give experimental England edge against Switzerland

Friendly international: England 1-0 Switzerland Clinton scored eighth-minute winner at Bramall Lane Sarina Wiegman says she is not concerned by England’s current lack of creativity after an ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Trump's hush money dismissal motion invokes Hunter Biden pardon

President-elect Trump’s attorneys laid out their arguments for why his criminal conviction in New York should be dismissed entirely in a new court filing made public Tuesday in which they cited ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

PGA Tour schedule: How to watch, prize money, field for the 2024 Hero World Challenge

TV times and more for December's Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Watch live: Joe Manchin gives final speech from Senate floor

Sen. Joe Manchin (I-W.Va.) is set to give his final remarks from the Senate floor on Tuesday afternoon. Manchin, who announced just over a year ago that he would not seek reelection, has held his ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

This Giving Tuesday, Workplace Giving Could Be Getting a Boost

Celebrated the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Giving Tuesday offers companies a chance to give back. Here’s a look at the state of workplace giving in 2024.

Inc. - Dec. 3

Watch live: Biden gives remarks touting US, Angola relationship

President Biden is delivering remarks from the National Slave Museum in Luanda, Angola, on Tuesday morning, focusing on the relationship between the U.S. and the southern African nation. His ...

The Hill - Dec. 3