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Modern life is drowning in a sea of verbiage
Brevity and clarity have given way to a deluge of text from corporate ‘word salads’ to prolix presentationsFinancial Times - 2h -
NBA trade season: Breaking down the Southwest Division landscape
Let's take a look at which teams are in need of making a move, and how they should approach the trade deadline.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Returning to the Office Can Disrupt Life. Here Are Some Coping Tips
Going to an office after remote working long term can be a major adjustment.Inc. - 1d -
Tech That Will Change Your Life in 2025
Weather forecasts will get smarter, EVs could get pricier, crypto will be for everyday investors and AI will be everywhereThe Wall Street Journal - 1d -
WATCH: Millions wake up to a white Christmas
Plus, storms and tech issues cause travel headaches. ABC News' Andrew Dymburt reports.ABC News - 2d -
The young dancers bringing a holiday classic to life
The New York City Ballet's production of "The Nutcracker" began in 1954 and has remained one of the most enduring shows at Lincoln Center. Two young dancers taking the stage this year opened up ...CBS News - 2d -
Sephora Promo Codes and Deals: Save Up to 50%
Find best-selling cosmetics, fragrances, and beauty products for up to half the price at Sephora.Wired - 2d -
Honda and Nissan Aim to Merge as Global Competition Bears Down
Japan’s second- and third-largest automakers hope the $50 billion deal would help them catch up with Tesla and China’s BYD in electric vehicles and advanced software.The New York Times - 4d -
How an Instagram-Perfect Life in the Hamptons Ended in Tragedy
Candice and Brandon Miller showed the public a world of glittering parties and vacations. The money to sustain it did not exist.The New York Times - Dec. 17 -
Cowboys opt to shut down Lamb for rest of season
The Dallas Cowboys have ruled out star receiver CeeDee Lamb for the team's final two games because of an ongoing shoulder injury.ESPN - 4h -
The cafe helping prisoners escape a life of crime
Former prisoner Lee Jack says the cafe he worked at while on day release helped to turn his life around.BBC News - 14h -
Shanahan offers silver lining to Purdy, 49ers' down season
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan believes there is a silver lining to the adversity quarterback Brock Purdy has faced during the 2024 NFL season.Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Growing speculation that plane was brought down by Russian air defenses
There was growing speculation that an Azerbaijani airliner was shot down by Russian air defense system. Russia had initially said it believed the plane hit a flock of birds, but a U.S. official ...NBC News - 20h -
Breaking down 2024's biggest legal stories
There were some major legal headlines in 2024, from the Supreme Court granting President-elect Donald Trump presidential immunity, to the arrest of hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs on sex ...CBS News - 21h -
'Exhausted' Larranaga steps down as Miami coach
Jim Larranaga has stepped down as Miami's men's basketball coach, the school announced Thursday.ESPN - 22h -
Murder investigation after Boxing Day death in County Down
Two women, aged 58 and 33, and a 36-year-old man have been arrested over the death of a 50-year-old man.BBC News - 22h -
'I had a life to live': Survivors recall tsunami 20 years later
It has been 20 years since the deadliest tsunami ever recorded, one that devastated communities around the Indian ocean and killed more than 200,000 people. NBC News' Janis Mackey Frayer spoke with ...NBC News - 1d -
Kremlin warns against speculation that Russia shot down Azerbaijan Airlines flight
The Kremlin on Thursday warned against speculating about what may have caused an Azerbaijan Airlines flight to crash, killing 38 of the 67 people on board, after an aviation expert said evidence ...NBC News - 1d -
Scientists explore longevity drugs for dogs that could also ‘extend human life’
Researchers say drugs may be able to increase lifespan by extending health and thus shortening the rate of ageing. Not for nothing are dogs called man’s best friend: they are good for their owners’ ...The Guardian - 1d -
Russia accused of shooting down Azerbaijan passenger plane
US and regional officials and aviation experts suggest anti-aircraft fire could be to blame for crash in KazakhstanFinancial Times - 1d -
'Life is not easy' - Haaland penalty miss sums up Man City crisis
Erling Haaland's penalty miss against Everton sums up Manchester City's current crisis - with the striker's stats not what they were at his best.BBC News - 1d -
Longtime Miami men's basketball coach Jim Larrañaga steps down
Larrañaga, 75, is in his 14th season at Miami.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Iran’s Energy Crisis Hits ‘Dire’ Point as Industries Are Forced to Shut Down
Although Iran has one of the biggest supplies of natural gas and crude oil in the world, it finds itself in a full blown energy emergency, coming just as it also suffers major geopolitical setbacks.The New York Times - 1d -
In a life of ups and downs, we have come to cherish our dog’s uncomplicated love | Ranjana Srivastava
Every day, we walk Odie along the same paths. He eats the same food at the same time. And yet, for him our bounties feel limitless. The last patient on my rounds is elderly, cognitively impaired ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump's '5 percent down' plan for Europe
President-elect Donald Trump is signaling to NATO member-states that they must spend 5 percent of their GDP annually on defense if they want U.S. support, in order to prepare for a potential war ...The Hill - 1d -
Nuclear Weapons Are Not a Fact of Life
Like other weapons of mass destruction, nuclear weapons are not unsolvable problems.The New York Times - 1d -
Wemby puts up 42 points in Christmas debut
Victor Wembanyama blistered the Knicks for a game-high 42 points -- the most by a visitor on Christmas at Madison Square Garden -- to go with 18 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks, but the Spurs ...ESPN - 1d -
A Reflective Biden Harbors Some Regrets as His Term Winds Down
President Biden will seek solace and “relief” during a visit with Pope Francis next month, according to people familiar with his plans. His public comments have offered a glimpse into what is on ...The New York Times - 1d -
Spillane's Tower heads King George line-up
Irish challenger Spillane's Tower heads the 11-strong field declared for Thursday's King George VI Chase at Kempton.BBC News - 1d -
NBA on Christmas Day: Lakers down Warriors in thriller
The 76ers' Joel Embiid had an injury scare but is in the lineup against Boston. Get the updates here.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Older music has been getting a second life on TikTok, data shows
Despite newer artists having viral moments, app users also enjoyed old school acts including Bronski Beat and Sade . This was the year that gen Z had their “ Brat summer ”, or so we were led to ...The Guardian - 2d -
Judge Strikes Down Portions of Arkansas Law That Threatened Librarians
Republicans passed the law in 2023, joining other conservative states and counties that have sought to restrict the availability of certain books.The New York Times - 2d -
Fiscal concerns should not hold up tax cuts
Small business supports extending the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. However, some Republicans are calling for spending cuts to offset the cost of the tax cuts.The Hill - 3d -
Stock market will find it hard to rally unless the dollar and bonds calm down
Stocks rose to kick off a holiday-shortened week on Monday, but the bond market and the U.S. dollar will likely need to cooperate for the equities rally to resume in smooth fashion.MarketWatch - 3d -
Assad’s Syrian stronghold prepares for life after the regime
At ‘settlement centres’, ex-soldiers hand in weapons and spit on pictures of former president amid fear of retributionFinancial Times - 3d -
Breaking down the House Ethics report on Matt Gaetz
On Monday, the House Ethics Committee released its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, a Florida Republican. Congressional investigators say they found substantial evidence President-elect Donald ...CBS News - 3d -
Trump allies to Gaetz: Don't back down
The former member of Congress has hinted at a possible run for elected office down the line. His allies urged him to fight.Politico - 3d -
Oil prices begin the week on a down note
Oil futures ended modestly lower Monday, extending a decline seen the previous week in response to a surging U.S. dollar and worries about the outlook for demand — particularly from China, the ...MarketWatch - 4d -
Brace! Risks Stack up For the Global Economy in 2025
It’s not just Trump’s return to the White House—global conflicts and the threat of climate change could shape growth next year.Inc. - 4d -
In Japan, a Fan Is Part of Everyday Life
Ninety percent of paddle-style fans, called uchiwa, are made in the island city of Marugame.The New York Times - Dec. 13
