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Japan stocks rise as government reportedly set to propose record budget
Asia-Pacific stocks opened higher Thursday, with several markets closed for Boxing Day.CNBC - 11m -
An English City Dressed a Statue as Santa for Years. Then It Vanished.
The Old General watched over Nottingham, England, for more than a century of profound change before disappearing. This Christmas, he’s finally back.The New York Times - 2h -
Chiefs' Travis Kelce sets franchise record for receiving touchdowns with Christmas TD vs. Steelers
The Chiefs star etches his name even more in the record booksCBS Sports - 4h -
US business leaders set to break record on donations to Trump inaugural fund
Donations, not restricted by campaign finance laws, come as industries seek favor with incoming administration. US business leaders are spending big on Donald Trump’s second inaugural fund, which ...The Guardian - 7h -
Hanukkah coincides with Christmas this year, setting up a gift-giving conundrum for Jewish families
The eight-night Jewish holiday begins on the evening of Dec. 25.MarketWatch - 9h -
Missile fire from Yemen's Houthi rebels sets off sirens in Israel for second night
A missile launched from Yemen triggered air raid sirens across central Israel sending millions of residents looking for cover for the second night in a rowABC News - 14h -
The big sports quiz of the year 2024
How much do you remember from the past year in sport? Test yourself with our selection of teasers Continue reading...The Guardian - 16h -
Year in a word: Bro-caster
The manosphere’s podcasting heroes are the natural successors to radio shock-jocksFinancial Times - 20h -
Get Ready to Pay the “AI Tax” Next Year
AI-related spending is set to increase next year. Is the juice worth the squeeze?Inc. - 1d -
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 - 1d -
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. - 1d -
An all-Filipino crew is set to make history in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race
There have been plenty of “firsts” in the history of the Sydney to Hobart yacht race which was first held in 1945ABC News - 1d -
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 - 2d -
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 - 2d -
Derrick Henry TD sets single-season Ravens record on Christmas
Baltimore came out roaring, scoring on its first possession, a 75-yard drive against the Houston Texans.ESPN - 1h -
King Charles set to focus on healthcare workers in traditional Christmas message
King Charles III is expected to use his annual Christmas message to highlight health workers, at the end of a year in which both he and the Princess of Wales were diagnosed with cancerABC News - 19h -
Pope Francis kicks off Jubilee year
Pope Francis ushered in the start of a Jubilee year at St. Peter's Basilica on Christmas Eve. The Vatican has spent years prepping for the once every quarter-century event. Chris Livesay has the ...CBS News - 1d -
Hanukkah this year starts on Christmas Day in rare occurrence
The eight-day Jewish holiday of Hanukkah starts on Christmas Day in 2024, an occurrence that happens very infrequently.CBS News - 1d -
£90,000-a-year patient safety role remains unfilled
A law creating a Patient Safety Commissioner post was passed last year - but no-one has yet been found to take it on.BBC News - 1d -
Suspect who allegedly set woman on fire in subway fanned flames, prosecutors say
Authorities are revealing more details surrounding the killing of a woman who was set on fire while sleeping on the New York City subway.CBS News - 1d -
Clark honored as AP Female Athlete of the Year
For her impact on and off the court in both the NCAA and WNBA, Caitlin Clark was honored as AP Female Athlete of the Year on Tuesday.ESPN - 1d -
Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders 26 years later
The show's producer says the reason for Bates' mysterious return will be revealed "in the coming weeks".BBC News - 1d -
Man accused of fatally setting NYC subway rider on fire says he doesn't recall incident
The man accused of killing a New York City subway rider by setting her on fire has no memory of "what happened" and admitted to heavy drinking, authorities said Tuesday.NBC News - 1d -
Steelers' Pickens set to return after 3 games out
Steelers wide receiver George Pickens is off the injury report and set to play in Wednesday's game against the Chiefs.ESPN - 1d -
Hundreds protest in Damascus after hooded figures set Christmas tree ablaze
Hundreds of demonstrators have taken to the streets in Christian neighborhoods of Damascus after a Christmas tree burning heightened fears that the overthrow of former President Bashar al-Assad ...NBC News - 1d -
Mets' pitching rotation appears set for 2025, and David Stearns is betting on himself once again
The Mets' rotation isn't splashy on paper, but Stearns deserves the benefit of the doubtCBS Sports - 1d -
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 - 1d -
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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 - 1d -
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Year in a word: Slop
AI could build a better future — but not without proliferating spam-like, low-grade content firstFinancial Times - 1d -
Honda shares set for best day in more than 16 years on share buyback plan, Nissan deal
Shares of Japanese automaker Honda surged over 15% following its announcement to buy back up to 1.1 trillion yen ($7 billion) of its shares.CNBC - 1d -
NYC police charge man with murder of woman set on fire on subway
Sebastian Zapeta, 33, was charged with murder and arson after a woman sleeping on the New York City subway was set on fire and died, police say.CBS News - 1d -
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 - 2d -
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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 - 2d -
Lego is reinventing its iconic brick sets and keeping the toy industry afloat
The toy industry is headed for its second consecutive annual sales decline, but it’s got one thing propping it up: colorful, interlocking plastic bricks.NBC News - 2d -
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 - 2d -
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. - 2d -
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 - 2d