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AI helps researchers read ancient scroll burned to a crisp in Vesuvius eruption
Writing on PHerc. 172 papyrus, found at Roman mansion in Herculaneum, revealed after 3D X-rays and software competition. Researchers have peered inside an ancient scroll that was burned to a crisp ...The Guardian - 1d -
How much should you be paying for tax prep? Read this first.
Major tax-prep providers like Intuit’s TurboTax and H&R Block say they can do “simple” federal income-tax returns for free. The IRS also has two different free filing options equipped for these ...MarketWatch - 1d -
Satisfaction with public education at record low: Gallup
A Gallup poll released Wednesday found satisfaction with public education is at a record low as the Trump administration eyes shuttering the Department of Education. The annual Mood of the Nation ...The Hill - 2d -
Treasury: DOGE will have 'read-only' access to federal payment systems
After people working for Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) reportedly sought to gain access to a sensitive federal payment system, the Treasury Department is saying that a ...The Hill - 2d -
Monarch butterfly population in Western U.S. nears record 30-year low
The number of monarch butterflies spending winter in the western U.S. dropped dramatically this year, despite moves to extend protections for the insect.CBS News - 2d -
Asian currencies weaken as Trump tariffs strengthen the greenback — Indian rupee hits record low
On Saturday, Trump imposed a 10% duty on Chinese exports to the U.S, and 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, two of its top trading partners.CNBC - 4d -
Read Chappell Roan's full Grammy speech taking on record labels
Roan was dropped by a label after her early work didn't immediately resonate with audiences. Part of that journey was also reflected in her speech.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
10 books to add to your reading list in February
Critic Bethanne Patrick recommends 10 promising new titles — fiction and nonfiction — to consider in February.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
NFL announces a record low in player concussions sustained during the preseason
There are several reasons for the decreaseCBS Sports - Jan. 30 -
American Children’s Reading Skills Reach New Lows
With little post-pandemic recovery, experts wonder if screen time and school absence are among the causes.The New York Times - Jan. 29 -
Nation's Report Card shows further declines in reading, slight improvement in math
Math improvement is scarce, reading scores are down and the takeaway is learning loss has yet to get significantly better in the latest data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress ...The Hill - Jan. 29 -
Omagh bomb victims’ names read aloud as public inquiry reopens
Inquiry chair says evidence will make clear the ‘devastating and lasting impact’ of Real IRA attack in August 1998. The names of each of the 29 people killed in the Omagh bombing, including a ...The Guardian - Jan. 28 -
S&P 500 closes at a new record, Dow jumps 400 points as Trump pushes for low rates, oil
The S&P 500 rallied to record highs on Thursday after President Donald Trump called for lower interest rates and cheaper oil prices.NBC News - Jan. 23 -
Satisfaction with democracy ticks up from record low: Gallup
The number of Americans who are satisfied with how democracy is working in the U.S. has ticked up from record-low numbers recorded just a year ago, according to a new Gallup survey released on ...The Hill - Jan. 22 -
Arctic blast expected to bring more record low temperatures
The Arctic blast that has 160 million people in a freeze from New Mexico all the way to New York and as far south as Central Florida is expected to bring one more morning of record low ...NBC News - Jan. 22 -
Winter Books to Read When It’s Cold Outside
Chilly thrillers, snowy fantasies and Alpine adventure novels exquisitely capture the atmosphere of the season.The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
Read the full transcript of Trump's inauguration speech
President Trump promised a "common sense revolution" and "new era of national success" in his second inaugural address.CBS News - Jan. 20 -
READ: Donald Trump's inauguration speech transcript
Read Donald Trump's full inauguration speech after he was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States on Monday.ABC News - Jan. 20 -
The world’s greatest record stores
FT writers and editors share their go-to venues for their vinyl fixFinancial Times - Jan. 17 -
Plans for Bible reading and Latin in Italian schools criticised as ‘retrograde’
Education minister reveals revamp of national curriculum guidelines and says children must ‘learn to write better’. Bible reading, Latin and learning poetry by heart could return to Italian primary ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
Bitcoin touches $100,000 again as a cool inflation reading fuels risk appetite
Bitcoin extended its rebound on Wednesday, touching $100,000 after another encouraging inflation report stirred risk-on appetite.CNBC - Jan. 15 -
Employee Engagement Hasn’t Been This Low Since 2014
Less than a third of employees are engaged, according to a new Gallup report. Here’s how you can keep your team motivated.Inc. - Jan. 15 -
Dive boat survivors say they were pressed to sign statements they couldn't read
The group say their official witness statements were translated into Arabic by a boat company employee.BBC News - Jan. 15 -
Meta announces 5% cuts in preparation for 'intense year' — read the internal memo
Meta will cut about 5% of its staff, focusing on its lowest-performing workers, CNBC confirmed.CNBC - Jan. 14 -
5 Transformative Reads for Entrepreneurs
A critical perspective of the wisdom provided by these authors.Inc. - Jan. 14 -
Treasury yields finish lower after mild producer-price reading for December
Two- and 10-year Treasury yields declined by the most of any 2025 trading session on Tuesday, after a tamer-than-expected reading from the December producer-price index.MarketWatch - Jan. 14 -
Meta announces 5% cuts in preparation for 'intense year.' Read the internal memo.
Meta is set to cut about 5% of its workforce, focusing on the company’s lowest-performing staffers, CNBC confirmed Tuesday.NBC News - Jan. 14 -
WR Brown on viral book moment: 'I like to read'
A.J. Brown said he brings "Inner Excellence" to every single game after cameras caught the Eagles wide receiver reading the book during Sunday's wild-card-round win.ESPN - Jan. 13 -
Eagles receiver A.J. Brown was reading a book on the sidelines of team's playoff win
A.J. Brown had a novel idea to pass the time on the bench during Philadelphia’s wild-card playoff game.NBC News - Jan. 13 -
Watch: Eagles wide receiver spotted reading in between plays
Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown went viral for the wholesome moment he was spotted reading in between plays during NFL’s Wildcard Weekend. Check out what he had to say about the page-turner. Jenna ...NBC News - Jan. 13 -
A.J. Brown went viral for reading on the sidelines — the story goes much deeper
Philly's star WR didn't load the box score Sunday. That's OK, because thanks to a teammate's recommendation, he's accepted what he can — and can't — control.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 13 -
Reading Aloud
Reading alone is a deeply enjoyable activity. But being read to has its own irreplaceable allure.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
Meta announces end of DEI programs. Read the internal memo
Meta says it plans to end a number of internal DEI programs, designed to increase the company's hiring of diverse candidates.CNBC - Jan. 10 -
The books members of Congress are reading
Since opening up an independent bookstore on Long Island, I’ve often been asked by my former colleagues in Congress for book recommendations. At the start of every new year, I survey members for ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
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FirstFT: The hottest year on record
Also in today’s newsletter, the resurrection of Andersen Consulting, and hiding savings from a significant otherFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
Can Low Unemployment Last Under Trump?
Hiring has slowed, but joblessness remains at levels defying economic norms. Big policy changes under a new administration could test that resilience.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Read the full eulogy Walter Mondale left behind for Jimmy Carter
Former president Jimmy Carter's vice president, Walter Mondale, died in 2021 but left behind a eulogy that his son Ted read at Carter's memorial service Thursday morning.CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Get An Electric Standing Desk For As Low As $80
Standing desks are a great addition to any office, as they offer serious health benefits like improved circulation and reduced back pain. Unfortunately, many standing desks are expensive, featuring ...GameSpot - Jan. 9
