Losing Actually Better

Losing is actually better than winning: How I am consoling myself as a Yankees fan

Rather that stewing in the juices of the Yankees' World Series loss, L.A. Times reporter and lifelong Yankees fan decides that, for assorted moral and ethical reasons, defeat trumps victory.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 15 hours ago

Is a $910 Fleece Actually Worth It?

Camping’s favorite material gets a luxury overhaul.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 15

Do collagen supplements actually help your skin?

Got a beauty conundrum? Our expert is here to offer advice. This week, Susan is wondering whether an oral anti-ageing regime is worth the money. Collagen is now being added into everything from ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

The 'Black Insurrectionist' was actually white. The deception did not stop there

“Black Insurrectionist,” the anonymous social media persona behind some of the most widely circulated conspiracy theories about Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz, can be ...

Tech - ABC News - 6 days ago

Seven Ways to Love Better

Reading some 200,000 love stories has taught me a few lessons about love and life. Here are the ones that help me most.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 12

Scientists Just Discovered Travel Can Actually Slow Aging

Scientists knew travel boosts your career and makes you happier. New research has added ‘slows aging’ to the long list of travel’s benefits.

Business - Inc. - October 14

The world isn’t prepared for an aging population — but it’s actually a huge opportunity

By the year 2047, the global population will have more people in retirement age than young people.

Business - MarketWatch - October 19

Possible bear attack was actually vicious murder, investigators say

Investigators are asking for help solving a "vicious" murder in a remote camping in Montana that was so brutal a 911 caller had reported it as a possible bear attack.

Mets and Yankees Fans Actually Getting Along? Say It Ain’t So.

Bitter rivals are suddenly paying each other compliments, at least until there’s a Subway Series, if that happens. “It’s weird,” said the longtime Yankees announcer.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 18

What’s actually worth buying from Amazon’s Holiday Beauty Haul event

Amazon’s Holiday Beauty Haul event runs for 2 weeks, during which you can save on skin care, hair tools, hair care and more from brands like Cosrx and Sunday Riley.

The Lakers are the NBA's sideshow (Hot Takes We Might Actually Believe)

We take our annual trip too close to the sun, where it's all about keeping up with the Jameses.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22

Liz Cheney says don't listen to Lindsey Graham: 'It's good life advice, actually'

Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) warned against listening to Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) after he questioned why any Republican would endorse Vice President Harris for president. “Don’t listen to ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

Deadly spiders in Europe: How worried should we actually be?

World - Yahoo News - October 22

AT&T and T-Mobile Claim Locked Phones Are Good, Actually

Mobile carriers argue that locking devices helps them lower costs. Consumer protection groups see it a little differently.

Tech - Wired - October 23

The Bucks are at a tipping point with Giannis

Giannis Antetokounmpo has tiptoed around the idea of leaving Milwaukee before. Here's a "Hot Take We Might Actually Believe": he puts his foot down this season.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 23

Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.

CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.

Jumanji 3, Which is Actually Jumanji 4, Lands A 2026 Release Date

There was a 22-year gap between the first Jumanji, and its 2017 sequel, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. So a seven-year gap between the third film, 2019's Jumanji: The Next Level , and the fourth ...

Tech - GameSpot - 3 days ago

29 Viral TikTok Gifts That Are Actually Worth a Look (2024)

We’re testing gadgets that keep showing up in our feeds. Here are the ones that deserve the hype—and would make awesome presents.

Tech - Wired - 16 hours ago

Why are the Democrats losing? Hubris.

Both parties are living in their own ideological media bubbles. But it’s worse for the Democrats.

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Gillian Apps: "It's the idea of making this better"

Barriers exist, but according to Gillian Apps who is leading a Hockey Canada steering committee to improve the game for women and girls, the aim is to make a better lifelong experience for girls in ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22

Atlanta's No. 1 pick Risacher hits 1st NBA shot, vows to get 'better and better and better'

For Zaccharie Risacher, it was the perfect start to an NBA career of such promise

Sports - ABC News - October 24

Lose-lose? Davante Adams trade won't fix Jets' problems, or Raiders'

New York keeps digging the hole deeper in an attempt to salvage a season on the brink. In Las Vegas, there are serious questions about the timing of the deal.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 15

A brown dwarf discovered 30 years ago is actually twins circling each other

Scientists say a celestial object discovered decades ago is actually twins orbiting each other

Tech - ABC News - October 16

The Boston Celtics will repeat as champions, easily (Hot Takes We Might Actually Believe)

We take our annual trip too close to the sun, where the defending champions could be even better this season.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

Meta Fired a $400K-a-Year Employee for Charging Toothpaste to the Company. It Was Actually a Very Smart Move

It may seem ridiculous to nickel-and-dime your employees like this, but it makes sense for Meta to enforce smaller rules.

Business - Inc. - October 22

Everything I’ve learned as a beauty columnist about the products that actually work, from £17 body cream to LED masks

Overwhelmed by the number of products on sale? Tempted to try a time-saving trick? Our beauty columnist shares her expert tips on what works – and what to swerve • 50 best beauty bargains for ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

NFL at midseason: Separating the good, bad and ugly for all 32 teams, with X factors, games to watch and more

Can the Steelers hold up defensively? Can the Patriots win a big game? Here's what to know as the 2024 season hits the midway point.

Sports - ESPN - 16 hours ago

38 Video Game Movies In The Works: How Many Of Them Will Actually Come Out?

Like the seemingly unending comic book movie craze, Hollywood loves to find a type of film that it can turn into the next big cultural touchstone. Over the years, we've seen movies based on video ...

Tech - GameSpot - 14 hours ago

Adidas Raises Guidance on Better-Than-Expected Results

The German sportswear company cited better-than-expected results for the third quarter and brand momentum.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 15

Eglu Pro Chicken Coop Review: A Better Box

Our tester’s chickens find their happy place in the new Eglu Pro.

Tech - Wired - October 17

Fields: No Steelers QB debate if I play better

Justin Fields says if he had played better, there wouldn't be a question about whether he or Russell Wilson should start.

Sports - ESPN - October 17

Teaching kids to be better citizens should start at home

As millions of young Americans prepare to vote in a presidential election for the first time, our country has an opportunity to spark lifelong civic engagement.

Politics - The Hill - October 18

Shapiro on Democrats' chances: 'We've got a better candidate'

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) said in an interview that aired Sunday that Democrats have “a better candidate” when it comes to the presidential race. “I think both candidates believe that ...

Politics - The Hill - October 20

Is it better for my taxes if I donate shares or cash?

You get the biggest benefit by getting rid of the biggest potential tax liability.

Business - MarketWatch - October 21

What if Joe Biden was the better candidate all along?

Whenever the 47th president is decided, at some stage, people may wonder whether the best choice was not Harris or Trump.

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Why Trump’s Chances Are Better Than They Look

For many undecided voters, the inflation issue isn’t going away.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 21

Gold vs. silver: Which is better for your portfolio?

Both gold and silver can help you maintain a diversified portfolio, and both have seen impressive gains recently.

Buffs' Hunter 'feeling much better,' says Sanders

Colorado coach Deion Sanders says two-way star Travis Hunter is "feeling much better" and is expected to have a larger role against Cincinnati this week as he continues to recover from a shoulder ...

Sports - ESPN - October 22

Veterans demand better payout for gay ban

Leading charities have written to the prime minister, calling the average payments "unacceptably low".

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