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The 12,000-Year-Old Wolves That Ate Like Dogs
Animal remains unearthed in Alaska give clues to how wolves were domesticated.The New York Times - 4d -
Baby mammoth preserved for 50,000 years unveiled in Russia's Siberia
The remains of a 50,000-year-old baby mammoth uncovered by melting permafrost in Russia’s Siberia have been unveiled to the publicABC News - 4d -
Discovery of 50,000-year-old baby mammoth a big boon to researchers
A baby mammoth that lay almost perfectly preserved for 50,000 years in the now-melting permafrost of eastern Siberia has been unveiled by a team of scientists.NBC News - 4d -
'Returnuary' — after the peak shopping season comes the busiest return month of the year
After this season's peak shopping days, retailers expect their return rate to be 17% higher, on average, than usual.CNBC - 4d -
Top portal tight end Klare commits to Ohio State
Former Purdue tight end Max Klare has committed to Ohio State, he told ESPN. He's the No. 1 tight end in ESPN's NCAA transfer portal rankings.ESPN - 4d -
Champagne-soaked sex and slow-burn longing – was this the swooniest year of TV ever?
Be it the understated romance of Japanese epic Shōgun, Danny Dyer’s tree sex in Rivals or Adam Brody risking his career for love – this was the year TV stole hearts. ‘I’m going to declare this an ...The Guardian - 4d -
Nike has had a rocky year — here's why a comeback will take time
Nike is the world’s largest sportswear brand but the company has struggled this year. Can Nike's new CEO Elliot Hill turn things around for the company?CNBC - 4d -
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American imprisoned in Russia given new 15-year jail term for "espionage"
Russian-born U.S. citizen Gene Spector, who is already imprisoned in Russia on a bribery conviction, has been handed a second 15-year jail term for espionage, Russian media reports.CBS News - 4d -
Defaults on leveraged loans soar to highest rate in 4 years
Borrowers turn to distressed exchanges in the face of punitive interest ratesFinancial Times - 4d -
It Was a Record Year for Dating Apps. They Still Don’t Have It Figured Out
Suddenly, every possible dating and hookup app for every possible scenario exists—AI girlfriends, kink-positive polyamory, gay cruising. Why does it feel like none of them are the answer?Wired - 4d -
Alec Baldwin film set shooting case ends after prosecutors drop appeal
New Mexico prosecutors are no longer pursuing involuntary manslaughter charge against the actor over death of a cinematographer during making of Rust in 2021. New Mexico prosecutors will not ...The Guardian - 4d -
For Brands, 2024 Was the Year of Weird
The best way to get attention in ever-crowded markets? Do something unexpected—and maybe a little off.Inc. - 4d -
American imprisoned in Russia sentenced to new 15-year jail term for espionage
A Russian-born U.S. citizen already imprisoned in Russia on a bribery conviction has been handed a second 15-year jail term for espionage, Russian news agencies reportedABC News - 4d -
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The Most Satisfying, Rewarding, and Fulfilling Thing Any Leader Can Ever Do
Aside from providing for yourself and the people you care about, of course.Inc. - 4d -
Drug lord back in Colombia after 20 years in US jail
Fabio Ochoa Vasquez completed his prison sentence in the US and returned home a free man.BBC News - 4d -
El Salvador's Congress approves ending ban on metals mining
El Salvador's Congress has approved a law that would lift the country’s seven-year-old ban on mining for metalsABC News - 4d -
UK political photographs of the year – in pictures
The Press Association’s political photographer, Stefan Rousseau, picks his best shots from the past 12 months Continue reading...The Guardian - 4d -
Year in a word: Slop
AI could build a better future — but not without proliferating spam-like, low-grade content firstFinancial Times - 4d -
Money for 9/11 Health Care Was Dropped from Year-End Spending Bill
A plan to ensure long-term funding to address health needs stemming from the terrorist attacks fell to the wayside after President-elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk objected to a bipartisan budget ...The New York Times - 5d -
Masters field adds 10 qualifiers from end-of-year world rankings
Lucas Glover held down the 50th spot in the final world ranking of the year, making him one of 10 players who will be added to the invitation list to play in the Masters.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
'He likes to hit': How Packers' Tucker Kraft is eliciting comparisons to Mark Bavaro, tight ends of yore
Mark Bavaro says Kraft is playing tight end "the way I was brought up to play it."ESPN - 5d -
EPA Administrator Michael Regan to depart at year’s end
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan will leave the Biden administration at the end of this year — about a month before the presidency changes hands. While Regan could ...The Hill - 5d -
Who's who in the 'It Ends With Us' controversy
Inside Blake Lively's legal complaint against her 'It Ends With Us' co-star and director Justin Baldoni: Who's who and what you need to know.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
10-year Treasury yield ends at 7-month high to kick off holiday-shortened week
Treasury yields advanced on Monday, with the key 10-year rate approaching 4.6% after data showed U.S. consumer confidence pulled back in December.MarketWatch - 5d -
As Blake Lively sues 'It Ends With Us' co-star Justin Baldoni, collaborators take her side
Stars including America Ferrera and Amber Heard speak out after Blake Lively sues 'It Ends With Us' director Justin Baldoni for sexual harassmentLos Angeles Times - 5d -
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Preserved 50,000-year-old baby mammoth remains unveiled by scientists
"Yana" is the latest pre-historic discovery in a crater in a remote region of Russia.BBC News - 5d -
Knitting Factory CEO wins years-long battle for control of Pappy & Harriet's
The ruling in Los Angeles Superior Court resolves a contentious fight over one of SoCal's most iconic music venues, a rustic roadhouse on a former movie setLos Angeles Times - 5d -
Atlético's Hitman bursts from Spider’s shadow to end 18-year wait at Barça | Sid Lowe
Diego Simeone summons Alexander Sørloth from the bench to finish off anyone daring to hold up his title charge. The first time Diego Simeone met Alexander Sørloth, he told him he had come up with a ...The Guardian - 5d -
BATMMAAN begins: These may be the dominant stocks for next year
A new acronym has been making the rounds since another potential tech kingmaker — Broadcom — began closing in on the $1 trillion market cap club last week.MarketWatch - 5d -
Stock market ‘Santa Claus rally’ might get a late start this year
The Santa Claus Rally could get off to a late start this year. But better late than never.MarketWatch - 5d -
Ranking 5 teams most equipped to end Chiefs' Super Bowl reign: Ravens left out, plus a surprise at No. 1
Who could potentially unseat the Chiefs in the playoffs?CBS Sports - 5d -
Congress Delays Threatened DJI Drone Ban for a Year
The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act passed without an amendment effectively banning the China-made drones, but left a door open for a prohibition in 12 months.Inc. - 5d -
This Was the Year Elon Musk Took Over Politics
The American public elected Donald Trump to run the federal government. His erratic patron seems to think the job is also his.Wired - 5d -
From constant scandals to its best shows ending – how 2024 turned into the BBC’s annus horribilis
With star names such as Gary Lineker, Kirsty Wark and Mishal Husain leaving, a slew of others embroiled in legal troubles and a sharp drop in income, this has been a dreadful 12 months for the ...The Guardian - 5d -
Thunder sign defensive guard Alex Caruso to multi-year extension
The Oklahoma City Thunder announced they have signed Alex Caruso to a multi-year extensionABC News - 5d -
After Years of Going Big, American Car Buyers Are Downsizing
Sales of smaller cars and SUVs have been on the rise this year with more shoppers giving priority to affordability.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
How an Instagram-Perfect Life in the Hamptons Ended in Tragedy
Candice and Brandon Miller showed the public a world of glittering parties and vacations. The money to sustain it did not exist.The New York Times - Dec. 17