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Power Rankings: USC rises and Tennessee enters
The undefeated Vols make their way into our top 16, while JuJu Watkins and USC are in the top five after a thrilling win over UConn.ESPN - 5h -
How A.I. Could Reshape the Economic Geography of America
As the technology is widely adopted, some once-struggling midsize cities in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and South may benefit, new research predicts.The New York Times - 15h -
'Modern-day gladiator' - the rapid rise of teenage heavyweight hope Moses Itauma
Rising heavyweight hope Moses Itauma reflects on his journey from a small Slovakian town to being tipped for boxing greatness.BBC News - 16h -
Japan stocks rise as government reportedly set to propose record budget
Asia-Pacific stocks rose Thursday, with several markets closed for Boxing Day.CNBC - 18h -
Prosus to Buy Latin American Online Travel Agency Despegar for $1.7 Billion
The investment group, which is Tencent’s largest shareholder, aims to serve 100 million customers across local e-commerce, travel and fintech sectors following the acquisition.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
The Kurds are America’s allies — the US must defend them
To secure U.S. interests and reputation, Washington must deter Turkey’s aggression.The Hill - 9h -
Jobless claims show no rise in layoffs in 2024. Don’t expect the trend to end soon.
Businesses laid off workers at one of the lowest rates in decades in 2024 despite lingering inflation and the highest interest rates in years.MarketWatch - 11h -
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Experts warn of mental health risks after rise in magic mushroom use
Reports that psilocybin can help some mental health conditions has led to increase in recreational use, which carries risks. Magic mushrooms are rapidly growing in popularity, sparking a ...The Guardian - 1d -
With Biden's signature, bald eagle officially America's bird
President Biden signed legislation Christmas Eve to make the bald eagle officially the U.S. national bird.CBS News - 1d -
2024 NFL Week 17 QB Power Rankings: Ravens' Lamar Jackson reclaims top spot; Vikings' Sam Darnold rises again
Assessing every team's starting signal-callerCBS Sports - 1d -
Latin America’s rise in tuberculosis linked to imprisonment rates
Study warns region’s exponential rise in incarceration is fuelling the disease, with cases increasing by 19% between 2015 and 2022 . High incarceration rates in Latin America – the region with the ...The Guardian - 1d -
America's Christmas tree farms face new perils
Christmas tree farms are staring down a new set of dangers, including climate change-fueled weather disasters and a shifting labor market.NBC News - 1d -
Slam success & ranking rises - how British tennis thrived in 2024
The retirement of long-time talisman Andy Murray this year gave an opportunity for other British players to step into the limelight - and here's who impressed.BBC News - 1d -
The rise and rise of Maye Musk: China’s love affair with Elon Musk’s mother
The 76-year-old is part of a trend of ‘silver influencers’ whose success in the face of adversity resonates strongly. Could she be Elon’s secret weapon in China?. Maye Musk is a busy woman. As well ...The Guardian - 1d -
The Best Bakeries in America
In this golden age of American bakeries, virtuosic pastries and delightful breads are close at hand, from coastal Maine to downtown Los Angeles.The New York Times - 2d -
The bald eagle is officially America's national bird after Biden's signature
The bald eagle has landed in U.S. Code as President Joe Biden signed a bill Tuesday making the predator the official national bird.NBC News - 2d -
Oil prices rise in pre-holiday bounce
Oil futures ended higher in thin holiday trading conditions Tuesday, with support tied in part to lingering geopolitical worries around Russia and the Middle East, though upside remains capped by ...MarketWatch - 2d -
Matt Gaetz ethics report released and whooping cough cases rise: Morning Rundown
Immigrants are preparing for the possibility of mass deportations once Donald Trump takes office.NBC News - 2d -
An Architect of Trump’s Tough Latin America Policies Is Named Envoy
A longtime proponent of harsh sanctions, Mauricio Claver-Carone was forced out of his job at the Inter-American Development Bank in 2022.The New York Times - 2d -
Research Finds Vaccines Are Not Behind the Rise in Autism. So What Is?
There is no one factor that causes autism — or explains its growing prevalence. Researchers are seeking explanations for the surge. Here are some possibilities.The New York Times - 3d -
College basketball rankings: Duke continues to rise in Coaches Poll, undefeated Oklahoma moves up
Undefeated Tennessee remains No. 1 in this week's Coaches PollCBS Sports - 3d