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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

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 - 3d

China steps up campaign for single people to date, marry and give birth

Women receive cold-calls about family planning and universities asked to offer ‘love courses’ to tackle demographic crisis

Financial Times - 3d

Fine wine market in the red as Chinese demand dries up

Prices of top-end Burgundies and vintage Champagnes fall for second straight year

Financial Times - 3d

Games console makers will get a power up in a slower market

Ageing hardware is still going strong for the likes of Sony and Nintendo

Financial Times - 3d

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 - 3d

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

2025 NFL Mock Draft: Raiders trade up for Shedeur Sanders; Chiefs and Steelers improve receiving corps

It's a two-man race for QB1

CBS Sports - 3d

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accused of forcing ex-assistant to clean up after ‘Wild King Night’ parties

Attorneys for Phillip Pines lay out list of claims related to alleged sex parties in lawsuit filed in Los Angeles . The detained rap mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs , already facing more than 30 civil ...

The Guardian - 3d

IRS says 1 million taxpayers will get up to $1,400 rebate

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) said around 1 million taxpayers will get up to $1,400 in a rebate in the coming weeks. The automatic payments, which are set to go out later this month, will be ...

The Hill - 3d

Tech billionaire shares his 5-word piece of advice for a successful future: ‘I get up every morning’ with it in mind

Billionaire Nandan Nilekani says soft skills will make professionals more successful in the age of AI. Here are a few you should prioritize.

CNBC - 3d

I grew up Muslim in a Catholic community – and Mary represented common ground | Zeyneb Sayılgan

Despite some theological differences, both denominations look to her as an inspiration for cultivating compassion and hope. I had just finished teaching a class on “ the Muslim Mary ”. Many ...

The Guardian - 3d

Key parts of Arkansas law allowing criminal charges vs. librarians struck down

A federal judge struck down key parts of an Arkansas law that would have allowed criminal charges against librarians and booksellers for providing "harmful" materials to minors.

CBS News - 4d

Don't Look Now, but China's AI Is Catching Up Fast

Chinese artificial-intelligence startups are using workarounds to challenge OpenAI despite a lack of access to advanced chips.

The Wall Street Journal - 4d

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 - 4d

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 retribution

Financial Times - 4d

Warmth amid absence: life of Romanian children whose parents work abroad – photo essay

Alexandra Corcode documents daily life in Romania in this portrait of the trauma experienced by young people whose parent or parents work abroad. The project, which won a Tom Stoddart award for ...

The Guardian - 4d

Heat dials up with Sam Konstas to be thrown into MCG cauldron at Boxing Day Test | Geoff Lemon

The 19-year-old opener has been locked in to face India but will have the most fearsome introduction with Jasprit Bumrah firing on all cylinders. Before Christmas has even hit, there is more ...

The Guardian - 4d

How a Georgia county official stood up to a Russian ransomware ring

The Russian-based ransomware syndicate LockBit took responsibility for the cyberattack, which temporarily crippled the Georgia county's online infrastructure.

CBS News - 4d

How a Georgia official stood up to a Russian ransomware ring

2024 could go down as the worst year yet for ransomware attacks, in which hackers gain access to a computer server, lock up all the files and then demand payment to get the victims back online. For ...

CBS News - 4d

Who Qualifies for IRS Payments of Up to $1,400 in Unclaimed Stimulus Credit?

Some Americans who qualified for a pandemic-era tax credit but did not claim it will get up to $1,400 in their account within the next month.

The New York Times - 4d

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 - 4d

Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards, fined again for publicly ripping refs, now up to $135K in fines this season

Edwards has lost $135,000 in fines over a 15-game span

CBS Sports - 4d

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 - 4d

IRS plans to pay 1 million taxpayers up to $1,400. Here's how to check if you're eligible.

The IRS plans to issue automatic “special payments” of up to $1,400 to 1 million taxpayers starting later this month, the agency announced last week.

NBC News - 4d

Indian fans fed up with paying top prices for stinking toilets and traffic jams at concerts

India is fast becoming a major live industry market but poor facilities at concerts have left fans unhappy.

BBC News - 4d

Health Care Costs Are a Nightmare for Small Businesses—and They’re Going Up in 2025

Some business leaders say providing employees with health care coverage is a “nightmare,” while others forgo it entirely. Here’s how you can minimize your costs in the months ahead.

Inc. - 4d

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

JuJu Watkins, USC move up to No. 4 in women’s AP Top 25 after win over UConn

The Trojans moved up three spots in the AP Top 25 after beating the then-No. 4 Huskies 72-70 on Saturday night in a rematch of last season’s Elite Eight game that UConn won.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

IRS to send 1 million taxpayers up to $1,400 in 'special payments.' How to know if you're eligible

Some taxpayers who didn't receive Covid-19 stimulus check funds they were due can expect to receive money from the IRS. Here's what to know about the payments.

CNBC - 4d