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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

Michelle Obama 'sends her thoughts and prayers' while absent from Carter's funeral

Michelle Obama isn't among the mourners attending former President Carter's funeral service in Washington, but she says she's thinking of and praying for "everyone who loved and learned" from the ...

The Hill - Jan. 9

TikTok’s Last Stand Before Supreme Court Looms

The video platform app’s fate is bound up in collision of free speech and national security, which will be debated in a hearing that starts Friday.

Inc. - Jan. 9

Raiders' Charles Snowden thought he was in Florida during recent DUI arrest in Las Vegas

Snowden's blood-alcohol level was allegedly over twice the legal limit at the time of his arrest

CBS Sports - Jan. 9

These Roadies Help Stars Rock ’n’ Roll All Night. They’re in Their 70s.

Some of the live music industry’s most respected and consistently working roadies, instrument techs and sound people have been on the job for half a century.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

About Last Night: Fantasy basketball stars deliver as Cavaliers top Thunder in matchup of NBA's top teams

Wednesday's NBA slate provided a blend of history and standout fantasy performances. Dan Titus has the top takeaways from the slate.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

This country karaoke night in L.A. is a rootin', tootin' hootenanny with a queer twist

A honky tonk atmosphere meets the queer community when the KFM Country Karaoke Revue gets going at Permanent Records Roadhouse in Glassell Park.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 9

'I changed jobs, work nights, and we still can't afford a home'

Struggling families say they can only dream of having their own home, as the BBC tracks government housebuilding targets.

BBC News - Jan. 9

'I thought I was going to die': Jailed Venezuelan activist details brutality of prison life

Hundreds were arrested in protests after Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in last year's contested presidential election.

BBC News - Jan. 9

LA’s night of horror as furious wildfires ignited: ‘Never seen anything like this’

At least five people are dead and several injured as multiple fires burn, including most destructive in city’s history. California wildfires: live updates Los Angeles firefighters were already ...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

The kindness of strangers: we thought we’d been poisoned at Tolstoy’s house. Then a local explained what we had really drunk

We took thirsty chugs from the tall glasses. Surely this ‘water’ belonged in a biohazard chamber, not our mouths. Read more in the kindness of strangers series In July 2019 I travelled to ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8

Late Night Jokes Its Way From Canada to the ‘Gulf of America’

“We have been so concerned about all the scary things that Trump’s going to do, we forgot he’s also going to do some really stupid things,” Desi Lydic said on “The Daily Show.”

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Search goes into night for survivors of Tibet quake

Rescuers have arrived in the area at the foot of Mount Everest, with fears overnight temperatures could drop to -18C.

BBC News - Jan. 7

Yahoo Sports AM: TGL is here at last

In today's edition: TGL explained, NDSU wins FCS title, Mike Evans matches Jerry Rice, athletes vs. the elements, Padres family fight, Jerry Jones can act, and more.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

‘People thought we liked being touched and grabbed’: a former Abercrombie model recalls brand’s dark days

Kai Braden was a shirtless greeter during the brand’s mid-aughts peak. Twenty years later, his advocacy has helped secure first-of-their-kind protections for fashion workers. Something felt off ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Rachel Morrison thought she knew what directing would be like. Then she got in the ring

Pioneering female cinematographer Rachel Morrison worked on films including 'Black Panther.' Then she stepped into the ring as director on 'The Fire Inside,' her feature debut.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 7

Late Night Hosts Appreciate an Uneventful Jan. 6

Jimmy Kimmel called Monday “the fourth anniversary of our Capitol being stormed by the Buffalo Wild Wing of the Republican Party.”

The New York Times - Jan. 7

Jason Kelce tries his hand as a late-night television show host

Philadelphia Eagles great Jason Kelce threw a late-night bash with wife Kylie Kelce on “They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce” on ESPN.

NBC News - Jan. 6

Watch: The Monday Night Club

Mark Chapman and guests debate the weekend's football.

BBC News - Jan. 6

'A night to remember!' - Detroit Lions' Gibbs scores FOUR touchdowns

Running back Jahmyr Gibbs scores four touchdowns as the Detroit Lions clinch the NFC No.1 seed for the first time in their history while winning a second straight NFC North title in the process.

BBC News - Jan. 6

On the Run, a Hit Man Gives One Last Confession

Edgar Matobato says he killed again and again for former President Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines. Now he’s trying to stay alive to testify.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Telemedicine for Seniors Gets a Last-Minute Reprieve

Some older Americans have come to depend on virtual consultations with doctors, covered by Medicare. To keep that option in the future, Congress will have to act quickly.

The New York Times - Jan. 5

Oilers Announce Last Minute Lineup Changes

The Edmonton Oilers made a surprise change right before playing the Seattle Kraken.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5

Saturday Sessions: Franz Ferdinand performs "Night Or Day"

The band Franz Ferdinand formed in Glasgow, Scotland in 2002, then released their self-titled debut album two years later. Their fame skyrocketed, and in the past 20 years, they've released five ...

CBS News - Jan. 4

WWE to Move ‘Monday Night Raw’ to Netflix

The 1,650th episode of “Monday Night Raw” begins WWE’s 10-year partnership with Netflix.

Inc. - Jan. 4

Moon’s magnetic pull lasted longer than thought, lunar rocks reveal

Yahoo News - Jan. 4

Nikki Amuka-Bird: ‘I just played the prime minister and thought, me? Run the country?’

The actor, 48, talks about missing her charismatic mum, improvising throughout her life, being a pacifist despite everything and learning to use a gun. I became an orphan in my 40s, which was a ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

Salah on Liverpool future: 'My last year at the club'

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah reaffirmed that this will be his last season at the Merseyside club as negotiations have stalled over a new contract.

ESPN - Jan. 4

Lakers' LeBron James passes Michael Jordan for a record you would've thought he already owned

LeBron's name is now at the top of yet another NBA list

CBS Sports - Jan. 4

Steph humorously credits lifelong Dubs fan for epic shooting night

Warriors superstar Steph Curry hilariously credited lifelong Golden State fan Elizabeth Tate for his incredible shooting night against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

Young boy survives 5 nights lost in game park full of lions

Officials in Zimbabwe say 7-year-old Tinotenda Pudu survived five nights in the "unforgiving wild" of a game park thanks to his wilderness skills.

CBS News - Jan. 3

One-punch-killer thought victim had made fun of partner at pub karaoke

The judge says the 64-year-old's murder was "senseless and cruel" and the killer showed no remorse.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Thursday Night Football averages 14.23 million viewers for the season

The pivot to streaming has happened.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

‘Extraordinary longevity’: great whales can live a lot longer than we thought – if we leave them alone

Bowhead whales may not be the only species that can live to 200 years old. Researchers have found that the industrial hunting of great whales has masked the ability of these underwater giants to ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

Sugar Bowl postponed: Georgia, Notre Dame, SEC applaud decision, extend thoughts to New Orleans attack victims

The College Football Playoff quarterfinal has been moved to Thursday in the wake of the attack

CBS Sports - Jan. 1

Waters stands by viral quote after career night vs. Pelicans

First-year Golden State Warriors forward Lindy Waters III doubled down on his viral "I got a strap on me" quote with NBC Sports Bay Area's Monte Poole on the latest episode of "Dubs Talk."

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 1