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The paradox of Christmas is what makes it so compelling
In containing everything all at once, it turns a magnifying glass on your lifeFinancial Times - 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 crisisFinancial Times - 3d -
Starbucks union strike expands as workers demand pay raises
The union representing Starbucks baristas says it is expanding its strike to stores in 43 states, just as the company's busy holiday stretch begins. Starbucks says the protests closed down about ...NBC News - 3d -
Biden signs a bill officially making the bald eagle the national bird of the US
President Joe Biden has made it official: The bald eagle is now the national bird of the United StatesABC News - 3d -
How climate change is making white Christmas a rare event
The idea of a white Christmas is becoming rarer with climate change on the rise. NBC News’ Dylan Dreyer reports.NBC News - 4d -
Where is Santa right now? These people know
The Norad Tracks Santa website receives several million visitors each year from more than 200 countries and territories.BBC News - 4d -
Starbucks barista strike expands as workers demand pay raises
A Starbucks barista strike is expanding to some 5,000 workers at what organizers said was more than 300 stores in 45 states, just as the company's busy holiday stretch begins.NBC News - 4d -
The photo booth is turning 100 — meet the people keeping it alive
In 1925, Anatol Josepho invented the automated photo booth in New York City, originally calling it a photomaton.NBC News - 4d -
Trump blasts Biden's federal death row commutations: 'Makes no sense'
Trump took aim Tuesday at Biden’s decision to commute the sentences of nearly all federal death row prisoners, adding to the backlash in an unprecedented move that has brought both criticism and ...NBC News - 4d -
Get Ready to Pay the “AI Tax” Next Year
AI-related spending is set to increase next year. Is the juice worth the squeeze?Inc. - 4d -
5 people hurt after chairlift collision at Lake Tahoe ski resort
Five people were injured Monday when two chairs on a lift collided at Heavenly Mountain ski resort in Lake Tahoe, local media reported.NBC News - 4d -
Starbucks strike grows as workers demand higher pay and better conditions
Starbucks baristas in 12 cities are on strike, demanding higher wages and better working conditions.The walkouts come just days before Christmas, with workers speaking out against the company's ...CBS News - 4d -
5 ‘very profitable’ side hustles to make extra cash during the holidays—one pays up to $700 for two hours of work
From gift wrapping to waiting in line, small business owners and experts share their picks for lucrative side hustles you can pick up just a few weeks a year.CNBC - 4d -
Swiss Airbus Jet Makes Emergency Landing in Austria
One crew member was in intensive care after engine problems and smoke in the cabin and cockpit forced the landing, the airline said.The Wall Street Journal - 4d -
Blast kills 12 people at explosives factory in Turkey
A blast ripped through an explosives factory in northwest Turkey on Tuesday, killing 12 people and injuring four.NBC News - 4d -
Konstas, 19, to make Australia debut in Boxing Day Test
Opener Sam Konstas is set to become Australia men's youngest Test batting debutant in 71 years in the Boxing Day Test against India.BBC News - 4d -
People With Extreme Wealth Should Give It Away—or Be Penalized
The gap between the ultra-rich minority and the vast majority has never been greater. But a wave of activist millionaires is asking for higher taxes.Wired - 4d -
A blast at a Turkish armament factory kills at least 12 people
An explosion at an armament factory in northwest Turkey left at least 12 dead and four injured Tuesday morningABC News - 4d -
The Iraola effect: how Bournemouth make a high-intensity gameplan work
The Cherries are flying high after a five-game unbeaten run built on their ability to hunt possession all over the pitch. By Ben McAleer for WhoScored . A little over a year ago, Bournemouth ...The Guardian - 4d -
Is a Putin Ally in Belarus Making a Cautious Overture to the West?
President Aleksandr G. Lukashenko of Belarus keeps arresting political opponents, but analysts wonder if a string of unusual pardons is a bid to get sanctions eased.The New York Times - 4d -
Scaramucci advises Musk to 'stick to business' because 'these people can hurt you'
Former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci on Monday urged Elon Musk to stay out of politics and focus on his successful businesses. “Stick to business. You‘ve done great. You‘ve ...The Hill - 4d -
An all-Filipino crew is set to make history in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race
There have been plenty of “firsts” in the history of the Sydney to Hobart yacht race which was first held in 1945ABC News - 4d -
Part of Santa Cruz wharf collapses sending 3 people into the ocean
Part of the Santa Cruz, Calif., wharf collapsed on Monday, sending three construction workers into the ocean. All victims were rescued — two by a lifeguard unit and a third managed to swim to ...The Hill - 4d -
California wharf collapse sends 3 people into the ocean
Three people dropped into the ocean Monday when a California wharf partially collapsed.NBC News - 4d -
South Korean researchers develop wearable robot that helps people with disabilities walk
A robotic exosuit may seem like science fiction, but a team of South Korean researchers is turning the concept into reality. CBS News' Leah Mishkin explains how the new tech is helping people with ...CBS News - 5d -
Playoff picture projections: Updated chances to make the postseason, win divisions
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up en route to Super Bowl LIX.ESPN - 5d -
Donor Expected to Admit to Making Illegal Contributions to Adams
Federal prosecutors said they planned to charge a businessman who has close ties to New York’s Turkish community with conspiracy to commit fraud.The New York Times - 5d -
Consumer protection board sues Walmart and fintech firm over gig-worker driver pay access
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is suing Walmart and a financial technology firm, alleging they illegally forced drivers into using costly deposit accounts to receive their pay.NBC News - 5d -
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 - 5d -
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 - 5d -
EPA approves pilot project to make road out of radioactive material in Florida
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a pilot project that would allow a company to build a small road made out of a radioactive fertilizer byproduct — drawing environmentalist ...The Hill - 5d -
Ethics Report Accused Gaetz of ‘Regularly’ Paying for Sex
Also, Biden commuted nearly every federal death sentence. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday.The New York Times - 5d -
CFPB Sues Walmart for Pay Practices for 'Last-Mile' Drivers
The lawsuit alleges that Walmart deposited drivers’ pay into accounts with payment platform Branch Messenger without the drivers’ consent.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
House Ethics Panel Report Accuses Gaetz of ‘Regularly’ Paying for Sex and Using Drugs
The Florida Republican resigned from the House and withdrew as Donald J. Trump’s attorney general pick in the weeks before the report’s release.The New York Times - 5d -
AI Search Makes Inroads as Expert Says Google Has ‘Plateaued’
As AI-powered search options grow and get used more often, the change may have stark effects on the search ad industry, and change how millions of businesses market themselves.Inc. - 5d -
How Google Maps Makes It Harder for Palestinians to Navigate the West Bank
One user told WIRED that Google Maps directed them to “drive right into a wall that’s been up since 2003.”Wired - 5d -
Matt Gaetz accused of paying for sex and using drugs by US congressional panel
Explosive report alleges Donald Trump’s former nominee for attorney-general also had sex with an underage girlFinancial Times - 5d -
Charlie Woods makes ace for first career hole-in-one at PNC Championship
Fifteen-year-old cards ace while father Tiger isn't even watching.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
The Making and Remaking of ‘Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas’
Eighty years after its release, the sentimental holiday standard continues to enchant listeners and inspire the musicians who take it on.The New York Times - Dec. 19
