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Jeff Bezos Says Most People Should Take More Risks. Here’s the Science That Proves He’s Right
Jeff Bezos just said we should all reevaluate our approach to risk. Science backs him up.Inc. - 1d -
ADHD Diagnosis in Older People Has Increased
Many say they are relieved to finally have an explanation after decades of struggle.The New York Times - 3d -
Drone updates: Authorities warn people about taking matters into their own hands
East Coast residents and lawmakers are again demanding answers after another slew of drone sightings in the region, with the origins of the alleged craft still unclear.ABC News - 9h -
DOGE takes aim at federal workers
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Federal employees fear push to shrink workforce President-elect Trump said he ...The Hill - 10h -
Feds are moving to improve airline travel for people with disabilities
New rule is department's latest effort to improve commercial air travel for passengers with disabilities. Here's what's in it.CBS News - 13h -
Did playing at Boise State cost Jeanty the Heisman? and Army-Navy should matter, but it doesn’t | College Football Power Hour
Caroline Fenton, Jason Fitz & Adam Breneman react to Travis Hunter's Heisman win and debate if Ashton Jeanty was a snub or not. The trio also break down the biggest game of the weekend: Army-Navy.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Enslaved People’s Graves Discovered at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage
The burial ground at the former American president’s home in Nashville is the latest to be discovered at a presidential site.The New York Times - 4d -
Eagles' Jalen Hurts reminds critics that winning, not passing numbers, is all that matters
Hurts is all about winning, not statsCBS Sports - 4d -
Cooldown Games launches as publisher of games for busy people
Cooldown Games announced its launch as a publisher of independent games for PC and console, with focus on games that fit in a busy lifestyle.VentureBeat - 4d -
Joe Biden grants clemency to almost 1,500 people
Move comes less than two weeks after US president pardoned his son HunterFinancial Times - 4d -
Bowel-cancer rates rising among younger people
Poor diet, obesity, alcohol and smoking may be among the risk factors involved, researchers say.BBC News - 4d -
Why birdsong matters more than you think | Natalia Zielonka and Simon Butler
Our natural soundscapes are falling silent as bird populations decline. To improve our lives, we must invest in conservation. Imagine you’re walking across rolling hills that stretch for miles, ...The Guardian - 5d -
Former FBI assistant director says the organization will sustain "no matter" its leader
FBI Director Christopher Wray announced that he will step down at the end of President Biden's term in January. Former FBI assistant director and public safety consultant Brian Boetig joins "The ...CBS News - 5d -
From the DealBook Summit: Influential People Share Their Insights
Industry leaders attending the conference were asked about artificial intelligence, the economy, international relations and more.The New York Times - 5d -
Trump takes jab at 'governor' Trudeau
The president-elect referred to the 'great state' of Canada in a social media post.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
People will die in storm power cuts, councillor says
Thousands in Wales are still waiting for power to be restored after Storm Darragh.BBC News - 6d -
Gunmen kidnap at least 50 people in northwestern Nigeria
Armed men kidnapped dozens of people in northwestern Nigeria, residents and the police told The Associated Press on Tuesday, in the latest mass abduction in the regionABC News - 6d -
Germany to tighten people-smuggling law in UK deal
The Joint Action Plan sees Germany commit to making it easier to prosecute those facilitating people-smuggling to the UK.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
In Penny Trial, the Moment May Have Mattered as Much as the Evidence
Jordan Neely’s death on the subway would once have prompted persistent protests. But when it comes to the perception of threat, context is everything.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Nvidia reportedly facing China antitrust probe. Why that matters for the stock.
Nvidia’s stock heads for a third-straight decline after report of China’s investigation due to antitrust concerns.MarketWatch - Dec. 9 -
Best Gifts for Hikers, Backpackers, Outdoorsy People (2024)
Let them pick out their own hiking boots. Instead, try gifting a useful app or a nature journal to delight your outdoorsy friend.Wired - Dec. 9 -
Tens of thousands of people evacuated as Philippines volcano erupts
The Philippines' Kanlaon volcano erupted for nearly four minutes, shooting ash 2.5 miles into the sky and prompting the emergency evacuation of some 87,000 people.CBS News - Dec. 9 -
Haiti gang kills 110 people accused of witchcraft
A gang leader reportedly ordered the killings after his son came down with a "mystery illness".BBC News - Dec. 9 -
People urged to work at home to avoid congestion
The Department for Infrastructure says Belfast traffic chaos could be eased by walking, cycling, using public transport or working from home.BBC News - Dec. 9 -
Taking on the Tyranny of the Tech Bros
Coalitions between feminist movements, minorities, and labor activists will help keep the Silicon Valley moguls in check.Wired - Dec. 9 -
Reports of people trapped underground at notorious Syrian prison
It is thought thousands of people could still be trapped in hidden parts of the notorious Saydnaya prison.BBC News - Dec. 9 -
Give People What They Really Want: Digital Gifts
These creative annual subscriptions and unique apps won’t end up in the landfill.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 8 -
The 63 Most Stylish People of 2024
It was an election year. An Olympic year. A year of brats and cowboys, witches and swans. Amid it all, these people, characters and things stood out.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Why the rebel capture of Syria's Hama, a city with a dark history, matters
One of the darkest moments in the modern history of the Arab world happened more than four decades ago, when then-Syrian President Hafez Assad launched what came to be known as the Hama MassacreABC News - Dec. 5 -
The Most Stylish People of 2024
Our Styles desk sees “style” more broadly than the way people dress. It’s your mannerisms, the way you conduct yourself, the way you move through the world. Anthony Rotunno, a fashion news editor ...The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Hundreds detained in Northern Ireland in crackdown on people smugglers
Gangs charging €8,000 for illegal travel packages that avoid crossing Channel on small boats. Hundreds of people have been detained in Northern Ireland trying to get into Great Britain by crossing ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Defeat the Iranian threat by empowering the people of Iran
It is in America's national security interest to help the people of Iran to replace the Islamic regime.The Hill - Dec. 4 -
17 Gifts for People Who Are Perpetually Cold (2024)
From tiny mugs to a backyard hot tub, these picks will make your loved ones feel warm and fuzzy—inside and out.Wired - Dec. 4 -
A sweet Black Friday deal for retailers this year: ‘People keep spending money’
Despite a consensus that many Americans voted last month based on concerns about financial well-being and cost-of-living pressures, the recent kickoff to the holiday-shopping season is ...MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Sage Toda-Nation: ‘Be with people you love and eat loads of good food’
For the clothing designer, a good Christmas is one where the pressure is off and the gifts are meaningfulFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Village People singer: 'YMCA' has 'benefited greatly' from Trump's use
A singer and co-writer on the Village People megahit "Y.M.C.A." says the 1978 tune has "benefited greatly" from being a favorite on President-elect Trump's playlist. In a Monday post on Facebook, ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Bowman to Biden: 'Pardon the 40 people who are on death row'
Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.) is urging President Biden to issue clemency to inmates on death row after the president signed a pardon for his son, Hunter, over the weekend. “Don‘t stop at Hunter ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Guinea soccer stadium crush kills 56 people
A controversial refereeing decision sparked violence and a crush at a soccer match in southeast Guinea, killing 56 people, according to a provisional toll, the government said on Monday.ESPN - Dec. 2 -
Guinea stadium stampede kills 56 people following clashes at soccer match
Officials and witnesses say chaos erupted at a soccer game in Guinea after fans protested a referee’s call and thousands of panicked spectators tried to flee the stadium, leaving at least 56 people ...ABC News - Dec. 2
