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Making Danish Holiday Crafts

In the land of hygge, handmade paper decorations have long brought holiday cheer — and a chance to share the simple joys of crafting.

The New York Times - 15h

This Futurist Predicts a Coming ‘Living Intelligence’ and AI Supercycle

A new report from Amy Webb argues that big things will happen at the intersection of AI, bioengineering and sensors. Here’s how it could affect your business.

Inc. - 15h

In Aleppo, Rebels Give a Sense of What Is to Come for Syria

Rebel fighters who took control of Aleppo about two weeks ago have promised security and continuity. Prices have skyrocketed, but residents express some hope for the future.

The New York Times - 21h

Federal officials say South Carolina mental illness group homes leave little hope of independence

The federal government has sued South Carolina, saying the state has not done enough to make sure people with serious mental illnesses are taken out of group homes and helped back into communities ...

ABC News - 1d

Detroit Mayor Duggan shocks with independent bid for governor

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s decision to run as an independent candidate in the Michigan gubernatorial race may throw a wrench in Democrats’ plans to hold on to the office in 2026. Duggan, who has ...

The Hill - 16h

The AI agents are coming

A new layer of digital plumbing between apps could bring important changes to how people use technology

Financial Times - 17h

The US government must come clean about UFOs

Rather than waiting further for Congress to act, the time is now for our executive branch to come clean on unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAP.

The Hill - 18h

Chuck Todd: Is the rise of the independents coming? An experiment is brewing in a key battleground

While most of Washington is obsessed with either the reality show that is President-elect Donald Trump's transition or the hand-wringing and blame-gaming over Democrats' election loss, a ...

NBC News - 1d

Chi-Chi's restaurants are coming back, but where will they be?

We know Chi-Chi's restaurants are coming back in 2025, but where are they planning to open?

The Hill - 1d

Kremlin says Syria's al-Assad independently decided to resign

Yahoo News - 1d

Patel FBI plans spark concern over agency independence, retribution

Kash Patel, President-elect Trump’s nominee to lead the FBI, has promised to deliver a massive reform of a bureau he sees as among the agencies that have “weaponized the government.” Patel hasn’t ...

The Hill - 2d

Neuroscience Says This Small Mindset Change Helps Parents Raise Happier, More Independent Kids

A new Yale study shows a small change in mindset cuts this super common parenting mistake in half.

Inc. - 3d

Assad’s Syria Was Brutal. Will What Comes Next Be Better?

It is hard not to worry that Syrians’ sense of deep relief today could be followed by a new set of horrors tomorrow.

The New York Times - 3d

Here Comes the Sun: Ina Garten and more

Author and culinary television host Ina Garten sits down with Rita Braver to discuss her cookbooks, her marriage, and how she got to where she is today. Then, Seth Doane travels to England to meet ...

CBS News - 4d

The Warriors' wins -- and losses -- come down to 'strength in numbers'

Golden State's 12-man rotation, injuries and late-game issues are hindering a team with playoff hopes.

ESPN - 5d

Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" officially coming to an end

It's the end of an era for Taylor Swift's record-breaking "Eras Tour" this weekend in Canada after 20 months and nearly 150 shows spanning five continents. Meanwhile, the upcoming Dolly Parton ...

CBS News - 5d

When It Comes to Bill Belichick, Follow the History, Not the Money

Consider the N.F.L. coaching great’s interview at the University of North Carolina to be a Plan B, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 5d

Freedman Town's history comes to life in new documentary

Kathleen Sanders shares the story of her grandmother, Katie Johnson Warren, in a new documentary. The film explores the history of Freedman Town as a safe haven for African Americans during a time ...

CBS News - 5d

The NBA Courts That Come From Midwestern Roots and Woods

Connor Sports, in the tiny mill town of Amasa, Mich., is one of the leading makers of hardwood floors for top professional and college teams.

The New York Times - 6d

Some bargain gifts on Temu come at the cost of quality

When NBC News tried out six products from the low-cost retailer that resembled name-brand counterparts, only half performed as expected.

NBC News - 6d

Shell and Equinor to create Britain's largest independent oil and gas company in joint venture

Britain's Shell and Norway's Equinor on Thursday announced plans to combine their British offshore oil and gas assets to create a jointly owned energy company.

CNBC - 6d

Detroit mayor to ditch Democratic Party, run for Michigan governor as independent

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a longtime Democrat, says he'll run for Michigan governor in 2026 as an independent because “there are a lot of people in this country who are tired of both” the ...

ABC News - Dec. 4

Powell says he's not worried about the Fed losing its independence under Trump

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell spoke Wednesday at the New York Times DealBook conference.

CNBC - Dec. 4

Powell ‘not concerned’ over risks Trump will stifle Fed independence

US central bank chief says his institution has ‘broad support’ on Capitol Hill

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Watch live: Fed Chair Jerome Powell discusses central bank independence, crypto at Dealbook conference

The appearances comes two weeks ahead of when the central bank will announce is decision on interest rates.

CNBC - Dec. 4

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan launches independent run for Michigan governor

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a longtime Democrat, announced he's launching an independent campaign for governor of Michigan.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Democratic Detroit mayor launches independent run for Michigan governor

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan kicked off a run for governor of Michigan as an independent on Wednesday, despite having long been a Democrat, an unexpected development in what will be a hotly contested ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

Amorim warns Man United fans: 'Storm will come'

Ruben Amorim has warned Manchester United fans that "a storm will come" despite his positive start as head coach.

ESPN - Dec. 4

Ukraine ceasefire terms come into focus as Trump returns

Potential paths to a ceasefire in Ukraine are coming into focus as President-elect Trump approaches Inauguration Day, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signaling his concessions to end ...