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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 - 6d -
Make America Happy Again: How the US is forgetting its promises and failing its people
The right of all Americans to pursue happiness may be inalienable, but it has little meaning when so many are denied the basic tools to use it.The Hill - 6d -
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 - 6d -
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 -
Leinster spark into life and cruise past Bristol
Leinster begin their pursuit of a fifth Investec Champions Cup crown with a ruthless second half display to claim a bonus-point victory over Bristol Bears at Ashton Gate.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
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 NASA-SpaceX launch to Titan sparks dreams of colonization
It turns out that the moon of Saturn has certain advantages for future space colonists not present on the moon or Mars.The Hill - Dec. 8 -
To avoid Ukraine 2.0, the US must support the Georgian people
Georgia has seen widespread protests against the government's decision to suspend EU accession and the passage of laws targeting civil society, and the U.S. and EU should respond with consequences ...The Hill - Dec. 7 -
Trump’s tariffs didn’t spark inflation last time? Here’s the trouble with that defense.
When allies of President-elect Donald Trump address one big criticism of his tariff plans — that the levies would boost inflation at time when Americans are already frustrated with elevated prices ...MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
How Kobe Bryant Turned $6 Million Into $400 Million–and Sparked James Harden’s Business Investing Career
Kobe Bryant encouraged James Harden to create a ‘pot’ of money for investing, a decision that paid off for both.Inc. - Dec. 7 -
Atkinson hat-trick sparks England with series win over New Zealand in sight
Second Test, day two: England 280 & 378-5; NZ 125 Jacob Bethell stumbles agonisingly shy of century It was still 10.13pm on Friday evening in Barbados and while the fish fryers were doubtless ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
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 -
UnitedHealthcare CEO death sparks wider outrage over health care system, insurance
The public's deep frustration with the health insurance industry is coming to the surface online after the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder sparks online outrage at health insurance industry
While the motive for the UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder remains unknown, online reactions reveal deep frustrations with the health insurance industry, including from doctors.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
A Spark on the Yoga Mat Turned Into a Flame
Rachael Palm and Carolyn Warhaftig developed a rapport as teacher and regular student. On the eve of a big move, feelings were confessed.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Brian Thompson’s killing sparks outrage over state of US healthcare
Americans turn to social media to discuss dire experiences at hands of health insurance companies . In the aftermath of the killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson , while Thompson’s ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Insurance executive's murder sparks online praise and hate
Support or sympathy for the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO spread on social media, alarming some experts.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Earthquake off California sparks tsunami warning
A tsunami warning was issued Thursday for the coast of Oregon and Northern California, according to the National Weather Service's (NWS) tsunami tracking site. The weather service issued an update ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Justice Department finds Memphis police used excessive force, discriminated against Black people
The Department of Justice has determined the Memphis Police Department used excessive force and discriminated against Black people after an investigation launched in the wake of Tyre Nichols' ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
13+ impractical gifts to spark joy
We rounded up the best impractical yet gratifying gifts, including fun desk accessories and eclectic home decor.NBC 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 -
Memphis police use 'excessive force,' discriminate against Black people: DOJ
The Memphis Police Department (MPD) regularly uses “excessive force” and unlawfully discriminates against Black people, according to the findings of a Justice Department investigation released ...The Hill - 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 -
DOJ: Memphis police discriminate against Black people, use excessive force
The Justice Department report marked the conclusion of an investigation that began six months after Tyre Nichols was kicked, punched and hit with a police baton as five officers tried to arrest ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Trump moves spark fear of brain drain at environment agencies
The incoming Trump administration is sparking fears that agencies tasked with protecting public health and the environment could suffer a "brain drain" — and that more pollution and other harms ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Biden’s pardon of son sparks calls for granting more clemencies
President Biden’s surprise pardon of his son Hunter has prompted calls for the outgoing commander-in-chief to grant clemency to other Americans before he hands over the White House to ...The Hill - 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 -
What we learned as in-game scuffle sparks Kings' win vs. Rockets
The Sacramento Kings defeated the red-hot Houston Rockets by a final score of 120-111 on Tuesday night at Golden 1 Center.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4 -
Village People frontman says ‘YMCA’ isn’t a ‘gay anthem’ and supports Trump using it at rallies
Singer-songwriter Victor Willis revealed Trump’s use of the song has greatly benefited its streaming numbersYahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
'It feels like a coup' - chaos sparks worry in South Korea
One Seoul resident said the president's shock announcement on Tuesday felt like "a coup d'état".BBC News - Dec. 3 -
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 -
As Hunter Biden pardon sparks backlash, experts say it can't be overturned
Joe Biden is the first president to pardon his child.ABC News - Dec. 3 -
NFL upholds Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair's 3-game suspension for hit that concussed Trevor Lawrence, sparked brawl with Jaguars
Al-Shaair knocked Lawrence out of Sunday's game with a hit that resulted in a head injury.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
‘They felt they couldn’t market us to white people’: 90s hip-hop iconoclasts Digable Planets return
As they mark the 30th anniversary of album Blowout Comb, the Grammy-winning trio revisit their egalitarian ethos, anti-fascist lyrics and Pink Floyd influences. It’s 1 March 1994, and at New York’s ...The Guardian - 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 -
Village People singer defends Trump's use of 'Y.M.C.A.,' says song isn't a 'gay anthem'
Village People co-founder and lead singer Victor Willis said Y.M.C.A. has “benefited greatly” from Donald Trump's use and isn't a "gay anthem."NBC News - 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
