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Thailand bans imports of plastic waste to curb toxic pollution

Campaigners welcome move but say success depends on enforcement and global agreement on a treaty. Thailand has banned plastic waste imports over concerns about toxic pollution, as experts warn that ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Dignity and humanity of Afghan women must be worth more than game of cricket | Jonathan Liew

The Taliban uses the success of its men’s team as propaganda – cricket’s powerbrokers should pursue a collective boycott. “There’s all types of lines you can draw. We’ve drawn a line.” So explained ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Millions across U.S. under winter storm warnings

Over 34 million Americans are under winter storm warnings as heavy wind and snow blanket the Midwest through the East Coast. According to FlightAware, more than 2,000 U.S. flights were canceled due ...

CBS News - Jan. 6

USMNT January camp is important as Mauricio Pochettino aims for stability in first full year in charge

Often a place for fringe USMNT talent, this year players have a chance to make a mark in January camp

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Gavin & Stacey attracts 19.1 million viewers

The Christmas Day episode figures make it one of the most watched scripted TV shows of the century.

BBC News - Jan. 6

Trump reportedly considering important alteration to tariff plans

President-elect Donald Trump is considering a plan that still would apply tariffs to all nations but narrow the impact.

CNBC - Jan. 6

Why this week's 'Team Cup' is important for Europe's Ryder Cup hopes

This geographically misplaced match, with the most anodyne of names, has a value that might help nudge Europe to a rare away win over the US next September, writes Iain Carter.

BBC News - Jan. 6

Is it true that … breakfast is the most important meal of the day?

Fans of the full English will be horrified by the trend for fasting, but does this argument hold sway with our expert?. “People get very passionate about breakfast, and whether they eat it or not,” ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

Here’s what’s worth streaming on Netflix, Max, Disney+ and more in January 2025

Apple’s ‘Severance’ and Netflix’s ‘The Night Agent’ return for new seasons, while Max rolls out the throwback hospital drama ‘The Pitt’

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

Vikings snatch up $2 million worth of tickets so their fans can invade Detroit for game vs. Lions

Minnesota is pulling out all the stops for the biggest game of the season

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Week 18 NFL playoff picture: Ranking games with most important playoff implications after Vikings-Lions

Ranking the Week 18 games that matter in terms of importance

CBS Sports - Jan. 5

The Art and Importance of Scanning in Soccer

Lionel Messi does it at children’s birthday parties and Xavi was a master of it. But what is it?

The New York Times - 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

Buick Driver Collides with $3 Million Koenigsegg Agera R in China

Yahoo News - Jan. 4

Bronze statue worth £60k stolen from artist's home

Essex Police says it is pursuing a number of targeted lines of inquiry.

BBC News - Jan. 4

The Shame That Keeps Millions of Girls Out of School

Because of a lack of access to menstruation products, girls across Africa and Asia often stay home from school when they have their periods.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

Fort Worth ISD has a plan for next week’s winter weather. How parents can stay up to date

Yahoo News - Jan. 3

3 CD accounts still worth opening for 2025

CD accounts can still be valuable this year, especially if you open one of these term lengths.

CBS News - Jan. 3

Apple Settles Siri Eavesdropping Suit for $95 Million

Despite a reputation for prioritizing customer privacy, plaintiffs claimed the company activated Siri to collect data even when users didn’t summon the virtual assistant.

Inc. - Jan. 3

JetBlue fined $2 million for chronic flight delays

The Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a $2 million penalty Friday against JetBlue Airways for multiple chronically delayed flights, the first time the agency has penalized an airline for ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

JetBlue Fined $2 Million for Chronic Delays

The Transportation Department’s first ever penalty for chronic delays takes aim at four routes that consistently arrived late for five consecutive months.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Corbin Burnes’ six-year, $210 million deal with Diamondbacks includes $64 million deferred through 2036

Corbin Burnes, the 2021 NL Cy Young Award winner and a four-time All-Star, has the right to opt out after the 2026 season.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

Is a $10,000 1-year CD worth opening for 2025?

If you can afford to temporarily part with the funds, a $10,000 1-year CD could prove valuable for 2025. Here's why.

CBS News - Jan. 2

Costco has the tools to show its expensive stock is still worth the premium in 2025

Costco's burgeoning revenue streams like advertising and e-commerce may help propel the stock in the new year.

CNBC - Jan. 2

Beef giants on alert after China announces imports probe

Yahoo News - 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

'Dinosaur highway' tracks dating back 166 million years are discovered in England

Researchers in England have unearthed nearly 200 dinosaur tracks that date back 166 million years

ABC News - Jan. 2

9 European Exhibitions Worth Traveling for in 2025

From big shows in London and Amsterdam to a Cézanne tribute in the south of France, these art experiences will be worth the journey.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

How Saffron, a Precious Import, Became an American Cash Crop

It’s hard work to harvest, but a growing cadre of small farmers and home gardeners are cultivating the spice for profit, or simply pleasure.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

5 million impacted by winter alerts as the weather makes a frigid start to 2025

Lake effect snow and high winds will bring frigid conditions to millions south of the Great Lakes. NBC News meteorologist Angie Lassman has the forecast on Early Today.

NBC News - Jan. 2

49ers overreactions: Is Purdy really worth top-dollar contract?

Matt Maiocco sifts through fan reactions -- and overreactions -- after the San Francisco 49ers' Week 17 loss.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 1

$1.9 million reward offered after "brazen" heist of jewelry

Some of the property reportedly belongs to art collector Shafira Huang, said to be a multi-millionaire Instagram influencer.

CBS News - Jan. 1

More than 1 million still without power in Puerto Rico

Many in Puerto Rico started 2025 without electricity as the local power company said it could take another day to turn the power back on after a blackout impacted most of the island.