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Does Dry January Really Make People Healthier?

Abstaining from alcohol can have immediate benefits. But lasting gains require lasting change.

Wired - Jan. 7

Want to Make a Big Difference by Taking a Really Small Step? Embrace the Starfish Rule

A timeless story about making a difference, however small.

Inc. - Jan. 7

Newsom proposes 'balanced' budget with no deficits

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Monday proposed a $322 billion budget that he said would be "balanced" and without deficits — marking a significant turnaround after two years of shortfalls. ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

Yes, Zendaya and Tom Holland are really engaged after ring sparks rumors at Golden Globes

Zendaya and Tom Holland are engaged after more than three years of dating. They sparked engagement rumors with a ring spotted at the 2025 Golden Globes.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 6

Firm completes 'really interesting' zoo project

Yahoo News - Jan. 6

Why climate activists are becoming more radicalized (and why that’s not a bad thing)

So, how can we make sense of what comes next for the climate movement by looking back to the Civil Rights Movement?

The Hill - Jan. 6

Bad Bunny Talks ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos,’ His ‘Most Puerto Rican’ Album Yet

In an exclusive video interview, the world-conquering Latin superstar discusses why his new album is filled with traditional sounds and rhythms from his homeland.

The New York Times - Jan. 5

Remembering Jimmy Carter: "He really meant a lot to people around here"

The state funeral began Saturday in Georgia for former President Jimmy Carter, who died last week at the age of 100. Mark Strassmann reports from Carter's hometown of Plains.

CBS News - Jan. 5

Russell Wilson dismisses Steelers' 4-game losing streak, saying 'I don’t really wanna talk about the past'

Pittsburgh has scored 17 or fewer points in each of its past four games, with Wilson twice passing for under 200 yards.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5

Schiff: Trump’s proposed January 6 pardons would 'send a terrible message about our democracy'

Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joins Meet the Press to talk about the anniversary of January 6 and President-elect Trump’s plans to pardon those involved with the attack, calling it “the wrong way to ...

NBC News - Jan. 5

75 Hard: Is the TikTok fitness challenge really worth it?

The challenge involves forgoing alcohol and unhealthy food for 75 days and doing multiple daily workouts.

BBC News - Jan. 5

Why does Britain face flight chaos during bad weather?

Delays and cancellations related to British weather may become more common.

BBC News - Jan. 4

Have an extra $4 million? You could buy the ‘Breaking Bad’ house

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The house made famous by the “Breaking Bad” TV series is up for sale, and the owners of the otherwise unassuming home in one of Albuquerque’s older neighborhoods are hoping the ...

NBC News - Jan. 4

What to expect in 2025 if economist forecasts are as bad as usual

Nobody has a crystal ball, and that’s demonstrated every year when Wall Street’s professionals hazard a guess on what to expect for the following year.

MarketWatch - Jan. 4

"Breaking Bad" house up for sale. Here's how much it costs.

Centered on mythical methamphetamine cookers Walter White and Jesse Pinkman, the series wrapped up more than a decade ago, but its legacy continues to draw looky-loos to the home.

CBS News - Jan. 4

Quit it! From vaping to doomscrolling, 10 bad habits and how to break them

Procrastinating? Online shopping too much? Always cancelling? These top tips from experts will help you change bad behaviour for the better. ‘Habit is a great deadener,” wrote Samuel Beckett. And ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

Investors can use these new services to branch out for good or bad in 2025

Also: Hindenburg’s report on Carvana, the Moneyist’s most popular articles, and stocks that appear to be better bargains even after beating the S&P 500 in 2024.

MarketWatch - Jan. 4

Magic's Jalen Suggs leaves court in wheelchair, but the injury may not be as bad as it looked

A lot of fingers were crossed in Orlando after the way Suggs went down

CBS Sports - Jan. 4

U.S. Steel faces murky future after proposed Nippon Steel takeover

The Biden administration blocked the purchase of U.S. Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel. Here's what that could mean for the once iconic American company.

CBS News - Jan. 3

New Senate Majority Leader Thune: Speaker Johnson has 'really tough job' with slim majority

New Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) tells Kristen Welker he is confident he and Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will have a “strong working relationship” and hopes the GOP-controlled ...

NBC News - Jan. 3

Sen. John Thune says House Speaker Mike Johnson has a 'really tough job' ahead

Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., the incoming Senate majority leader, said Friday that House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., will have a "really tough job," navigating a narrow majority.

NBC News - Jan. 3

How much alcohol is bad for you? And more questions, answered.

U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is calling for cancer risk warnings to be included on alcoholic beverages, prompting questions about the health impacts of alcohol.

CBS News - Jan. 3

Do Democrats really want a DREAM Act?

Donald Trump wants to help the DREAMers.

The Hill - Jan. 3

Farewell to a bad year

The unexpected happened at home and abroad, auguring a new year of chaos and civil unrest.

The Hill - Jan. 3

Homan: 'We need to really dig down into insider threat in our military'

Tom Homan, tapped by President-elect Trump as his "border czar," stressed that the incoming administration has to keep an eye on potential extremism within the U.S. military and other agencies ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Could Joe Burrow really win NFL MVP? His stats say yes. Precedent doesn't.

Joe Burrow has thrown for a league-leading 4,641 yards and 42 touchdowns. But if the Bengals don't make the postseason, he likely won't win MVP.

NBC News - Jan. 3

The path forward for Georgia after bad Sugar Bowl loss: Three fixes that don't require a big-name transfer QB

The parity sweeping through college football has finally hit the mighty Georgia Bulldogs

CBS Sports - Jan. 3

The Death of Net Neutrality Is a Bad Omen

While Americans might not mourn the loss of net neutrality, an appeals court’s ruling sets a troubling precedent for consumer protections in every industry.

Wired - Jan. 3

Editors at Science Journal Resign En Masse Over Bad Use of AI, High Fees

Members of the Elsevier-published Journal of Human Evolution quit, citing AI production processes introducing errors, high author fees, and concerns over editorial independence.

Wired - Jan. 2

BioShock Creator Thinks We Still Don't Really Know "What Games Are" After 50 Years

Veteran game developer Ken Levine has shared his thoughts on generative AI, his latest game and it having high stakes, and why he believes we still don't really know what video games are.. Talking ...

GameSpot - Jan. 2

Is the Forme Power Bra really worth $189?

I tested the Forme Power Bra for five months to see if it could improve my posture. Does it actually work?

NBC News - Jan. 2

Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair says he was in a 'really dark place' after suspension for hit on Lawrence

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair says he was in a “really dark place” and wondered if he’d ever play football again in the days after he was suspended for three games for his hit on ...

ABC News - Jan. 2

It's Official: Boring Cities Are Bad for Your Health

Oppressive, unstimulating urban architecture isn’t just about eyesores; there’s evidence that it can cause actual harm to its residents. To fix this in 2025, we must start building for joy.

Wired - Jan. 2