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'I just want somewhere I can call home for my children'
Two parents speak to BBC News NI about their struggles at finding accommodation after becoming homeless.BBC News - 4h -
I Tried the Cheapest Sauna on Wayfair
If you've been chasing an easy way to overheat, this click-together infrared sauna is easy to set up and works great.Wired - 14h -
How to Style Corduroy for a Modern Look
A reader seeks advice on how to style corduroy in a modern fashion. Our critic offers guidance on wearing the highly versatile fabric.The New York Times - 2d -
'I went in for a tackle and heard my neck snap'
BBC South spends six months with patients and staff at Salisbury Hospital's dedicated spinal unit.BBC News - 1d -
I can afford my life. Why can’t I be less anxious about money?
Being self-employed, I am familiar with my bank account’s ebbs and flows. My worries about money aren’t entirely rooted in reality. Being self-employed, I am familiar with my bank account’s ebbs ...The Guardian - 1d -
Pien Meulensteen: ‘Commentary was never something I thought I was going to get into’
Daughter of former manager René Meulensteen on overcoming her doubts and the growth of women’s game. Clipboard in the centre, teamsheet at the front and Rowntree’s Randoms to the right. Pien ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump says he’ll ‘make housing affordable again.’ Here’s how to ease the crisis.
America needs more new homes — and more renovated homes. House ‘flippers’ are key.MarketWatch - 2d -
Making sense of racing’s ‘£3bn black hole’ and affordability checks row
Accusations have been thrown by both sides in betting dispute but there may be hope for racing amid the noise. The increasingly frenzied cycle of claim and counter-claim over the impact of ...The Guardian - 2d -
England house prices ‘affordable’ only for richest 10% in 2022-23
Office for National Statistics data highlights property market pressuresFinancial Times - 2d -
I wept and wept as I watched the Syrian regime fall. At last, I have a home again | Ammar Azzouz
There will be perilous days to come and the future is uncertain, but around the world we Syrians are celebrating. It happened so fast. In the evening, about 9:30pm UK time (30 minutes after ...The Guardian - 2d -
How I Aged Into the Bad Christmas Movie
One December morning, a millennial critic awoke to discover that she had been begrudgingly charmed by an onslaught of Hallmark and Netflix holiday films.The New York Times - 3d -
'I fought £255 parking charge and won'
Garry Kay was asked to pay £255 because he took longer than five minutes to buy a parking ticket.BBC News - 3d -
Must I Share My Story?
A reader asks whether she needs to let her new colleagues, most of whom work remotely, know that she is undergoing chemotherapy treatments.The New York Times - 3d -
The Rich Can Afford Personal Care. The Rest Will Have to Make Do With AI
From personal trainers to in-person therapy, only the wealthy have access to human connection. What are the options for the less advantaged?Wired - 4d -
‘I want to enjoy the rest of my years’: I’m 65, retired and own my home. I have $300,000 to invest. What should I do with it?
“Is the stock market reliable?”MarketWatch - 5d -
John Fetterman: 'I admire Mr. Musk'
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) offered praise for tech billionaire Elon Musk and his career on Thursday, while acknowledging they may not always see eye-to-eye on political issues. "I admire Mr. Musk. ...The Hill - 5d -
At the Top of Her Bucket List: Saying ‘I Do’
When Moira Legault, who has brain cancer, was given about a year to live, she knew she wanted to spend the rest of her life with Tyler Ferron.The New York Times - 5d -
Older Americans struggle to afford health care compared with other nations
Even those enrolled in Medicare have a harder time paying for treatment compared with older adults in other countries.CBS News - 6d -
Many people can't afford long-term care insurance. One proposal calls for creating a federal program to help
For many Americans, finding affordable long-term care is a challenge. One congressman wants to create a federal program to help.CNBC - 6d -
Mark Cuban: This will 'be the No. 1 housing affordability issue' in the U.S.—Florida especially will have 'huge problems'
Rising home insurance costs will be a huge problem for homeowners and prospective homebuyers alike, predicts billionaire Mark Cuban. Experts agree.CNBC - 6d -
Ear Piercings Have Become ‘an Affordable Luxury’
As one expert said, multiple piercings and jewelry styles are “a way to switch up your aesthetic.”The New York Times - 6d -
Can’t Afford a Diamond Clip? How About a Vase or a Candle?
Jewelers find that home décor pieces can attract new customers to their brands.The New York Times - 6d -
I was told I couldn't have an Afro wig after chemo - now I help others like me
Anastasia Cameron makes wigs for cancer patients after her own poor experiences.BBC News - 6d -
Pelosi on Hunter Biden pardon: 'I support the president'
Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) indicated support for President Biden’s controversial move to pardon his son, Hunter Biden. Pelosi told The Hill on Wednesday when asked for her thoughts ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
'I wanted to create a safe space for those with alopecia'
Olivia McVeigh, from County Tyrone, has been named on BBC's 100 Women 2024 list.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Tiny Love Stories: ‘I Surrendered and Played Along’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
How Many Black Pants Should I Own?
A reader asks about the ideal number of black pants to own. Our fashion critic provides guidance on how many essential wardrobe pieces one should have.The New York Times - Dec. 2