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Why birdsong matters more than you think
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 - 29m -
Israel says it has carried out almost 500 airstrikes in Syria; HTS leader says world ‘has nothing to fear’ – Middle East crisis live
IDF says strikes were targeting weapons stockpiles and strategic infrastructure over past 48 hours; Ahmed al-Sharaa attempts to reassure foreign nations in TV interview. Share your reaction to ...The Guardian - 1d -
Our humdrum A-Z goes back further than we think
An archaeological discovery in Syria may force a revision of the alphabet’s origin storyFinancial Times - 1d -
With 14 Words, Shark Tank’s Barbara Corcoran Just Taught a Brilliant Lesson on How to Beat Self-Doubt
She recently summed up a truth that every ambitious person who struggles with insecurity needs to understand. Science backs her up.Inc. - 1d -
Democrats think in election cycles — Republicans think in decades
Democrats would be wise to emulate the Republicans who, when facing defeat, have thought in terms of decades, not two-year cycles.The Hill - 2d -
Government needs to think like a start-up, says minister
Pat McFadden says the civil service needs more "disrupters" to come up with new ideas to problems.BBC News - 2d -
Think ‘Wicked’ the movie is doing well? The Broadway show version has made $6 billion.
Thanks to the film release, the Broadway show is a top seller once again — and it may spawn cinematic adaptations of other popular theatrical productions.MarketWatch - 3d -
Trump: 'I don't think' access to abortion pills is going to change
President-elect Trump in a new interview signaled he would not move to restrict access to abortion pills upon taking office, even as he acknowledged "things change." "I’ll probably stay with ...The Hill - 3d -
Why Mets' Clay Holmes gamble may pay off: Three reasons to think ex-closer could make it as a starter
The Mets reportedly plan to try Holmes in the rotation after agreeing to a three-year, $38 million contractCBS Sports - 3d -
Electric Cars Could Last Much Longer Than You Think
Rather than having a shorter lifespan than internal combustion engines, EV batteries are lasting way longer than expected, surprising even the automakers themselves.Wired - 3d -
Starbucks’ CEO Thinks the 30-Second Rule Is the Key to Success. Science Agrees
The coffee chain wants to get your cup of brewed coffee even faster.Inc. - 3d -
Everyone Is Capable of Mathematical Thinking—Yes, Even You
Mathematician David Bessis claims that mathematical thinking isn’t what you think it is, and that everyone can benefit from doing more of it.Wired - 3d -
UK should pay whistleblowers to cut financial crime, says think-tank
Royal United Services Institute says scheme would reduce those who take information to US agenciesFinancial Times - 4d -
DNC official defends Hegseth: 'I actually think he's a pretty good guy'
Democratic National Committee (DNC) financial committee member Lindy Li seemingly backed President-elect Trump's Defense secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, a sharp shift away from recent scrutiny the ...The Hill - 4d -
People think $1 million is the magic number to start estate planning — but it’s much lower
The ideal time to start your estate-planning journey is when you turn 18, experts say — but that’s not what most people do.MarketWatch - 4d -
Bryson for Heisman? Army coach thinks QB Daily deserves to be considered
WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) — Bryson Daily was the American Athletic Conference's offensive player of the year, then the MVP of its championship game.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Donald Trump says he thinks Pete Hegseth can get confirmed in NBC News interview
Former President Donald Trump expressed confidence in his pick to run the Pentagon, former Fox News host Pete Hegseth, amid allegations of excessive drinking and abuse of women.NBC News - 5d -
Donald Trump says he thinks Pete Hegseth can get confirmed: ‘He’s a very smart guy’
During an exclusive interview, President-elect Donald Trump tells Kristen Welker that he has confidence in Pete Hegseth, his pick to lead the Defense Department. Later in the interview, Kristen ...NBC News - 5d -
What does Bob Dylan think of Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of him in 'A Complete Unknown'?
Bob Dylan has nothing but praise for Timothée Chalamet, who plays the famed singer-songwriter in the upcoming "A Complete Unknown" film about Dylan's life.NBC News - 5d -
Palantir’s fiery stock surge has been polarizing. Here’s what the CEO thinks.
Palantir shares are up 1,100% off their lows, with skeptics voicing concern about the valuation.MarketWatch - 5d -
Baloch separatists becoming as big a national security threat as Pakistani Taliban, says think tank
A Pakistani think tank says a Baloch separatist group is becoming as big a national security threat as the Pakistani TalibanABC News - 5d -
Lonzo Ball thinks father's Big Baller Brand shoes possibly to blame for injury woes: 'They were like kickball shoes'
Big Baller Brand got an "F" from both the Better Business Bureau and Lonzo Ball.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Where House progressives' new leader thinks Democrats went wrong: From the Politics Desk
In an interview, Texas Rep. Greg Casar, the new chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, details where Democrats went wrong in the 2024 election.NBC News - 6d -
Lane Johnson thinks this tackle is going to take this moniker, given by Nick Sirianni, from him
Johnson's battery mate, Jordan Mailata, is the top graded tackle by PFFCBS Sports - 6d -
Can silver outpace gold in 2025? Here's what experts think
Demand is rising for both silver and gold, but can silver outpace gold next year? It could, according to experts.CBS News - 6d -
Want to Be Happier, and More Satisfied and Fulfilled? Why People With High Emotional Intelligence Avoid This Type of Conditional Thinking
Waiting for someday may keep you from ever achieving a goal. It will also leave you feeing a lot less happy and fulfilled today.Inc. - 6d -
Tariff Man’s superpowers are weaker than he thinks
Donald Trump’s obsession with import taxes belies their limited effectsFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Aaron Rodgers says it's 'ridiculous' to think he needs the final 5 games to prove his value to Jets
Aaron Rodgers figures his football resume speaks for itselfABC News - Dec. 4 -
Cowboys' Dak Prescott names his top NFC contender: 'I think it's hard to look any further than Detroit'
Prescott has been incredibly impressed with this NFC squad while watching football from the sidelinesCBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
Center-left think tank president backing Wikler as next DNC chair
Third Way, a center-left think tank, backed Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler in the upcoming Democratic National Committee (DNC) leadership race. “At Third Way, we represent the ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Why Trump’s tariff threats will hit stocks sooner than you think
Trump’s trade team could be even more hawkish this time around.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
The president's martial law gamble backfired: What was he thinking?
Yoon's shock move was a bid to get the kind of grip on power that has eluded him since he was elected.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Zack Snyder Thinks Hollywood Needs to Get on Board With AI or Get Left Behind
Zack Snyder says he still questions “the why” of the technology when it comes to some aspects of filmmaking, but can definitely see the perks.Wired - Dec. 3 -
Three-fourths of Americans think media is biased: Pew
More than three-quarters of U.S. adults say that news organizations are biased when presenting news on social and political issues, according to a new survey. The survey from the Pew Research ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Scaramucci on Kash Patel pick: 'I don‘t think the expectation is that he‘s going to get through'
Ex-White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci compared President-elect Trump's pick of Kash Patel to lead the FBI to the fate of former Rep. Matt Gaetz's (R-Fla.) nomination as attorney ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
This bank’s outrageous predictions include the dollar tanking and Nvidia becoming twice the size of Apple
Denmark’s Saxo Bank annually produces their outrageous predictions -– which is their attempt to create unlikely-but-plausible forecasts, to spark discussion and challenge consensus.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
The Classical Music Our Critics Can’t Stop Thinking About
Watch and listen to five recent highlights, including performances by Davóne Tines and Lise Davidsen, and a new album by Ethan Iverson.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Jon Stewart Thinks Biden Could Have Timed That Pardon Better
“Normally, you drop a controversial pardon like the way you buy porn at a gas station: in a flurry of other distracting purchases,” the “Late Night” host said.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
NFL Power Rankings: Chiefs, Ravens aren't as good as we think
Patrick Mahomes and Kansas City are 11-1, but are looking more vulnerable every week and Baltimore's five losses are concerning. Plus: Lions in danger?Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3