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87 Years Ago, a Legendary Psychologist Discovered Skinner’s Law. It’s Still the Secret to Sticking With Your New Year’s Resolution
Feel your commitment to your New Year’s resolution flagging already? Skinner’s law is decades old, but it is still the solution.Inc. - Jan. 10 -
Arab States Race Turkey for Influence in New Syria
Saudi Arabia and others are overlooking the new leadership’s jihadist past, hoping to gain an advantage on rivals in the strategically positioned country.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 10 -
Americans Are Tipping Less Than They Have in Years
Frustration with rising menu prices and ubiquitous tip prompts lead to a six-year low.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9 -
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Last Year’s Hiring Announcements Lowest Since 2015
One firm said that the hiring announcement could be indicative of uncertain economic conditions.Inc. - Jan. 9 -
Among those fighting the Los Angeles wildfires: Prison inmates
Hundreds of incarcerated firefighters are working to extinguish the massive blaze scorching Los Angeles.CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Italy’s FM heads to Syria to encourage post-Assad transition and calls for EU to review sanctions
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani is travelling to Syria on Friday to encourage the transition in the country following the ouster of President Bashar Assad by Islamist insurgentsABC News - Jan. 9 -
Conflict between Turkey and Kurdish groups rises around key dam in northern Syria
A key dam in northern Syria has become a flash point in the conflict between Kurdish forces and Turkish-backed armed groupsABC News - Jan. 9 -
Former FBI informant who fabricated Biden claims sentenced to prison
The former FBI informant who fabricated claims about President Biden and his son Hunter Biden accepting bribes was sentenced Wednesday to six years in prison, according to court documents. ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
A highly musical movie year
Never in Academy Awards history have so many women from musicals been likely Oscar nominees in a single year.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 9 -
Gingrich predicts Johnson will be Speaker for six years
Former Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-Ga.) is predicting that Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will remain in the top job for six years. The forecast from Gingrich — who wielded the gavel from 1995 to 1999 — ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Kurdish general urges Trump to leave US troops in north-east Syria
Exclusive: SDF leader says removal of 2,000-strong force would leave door open for Islamic State resurgence. The leader of the Kurdish forces that control north-eastern Syria has called on Donald ...The Guardian - Jan. 9 -
Top Iranian General Admits ‘Big’ Defeat in Syria
For weeks, Iranian officials have downplayed the fall of their ally in Syria. But an important general has offered a remarkably candid view of the blow to Iran, and its military’s prospects.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Ex-FBI informant who fabricated bribery story about Bidens gets 6 years in prison
Alexander Smirnov had pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI about a phony bribery scheme that prosecutors say was an effort to influence the 2020 election.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
In the Palisades, an Evacuation Disaster Was Years in the Making
Some Pacific Palisades residents said the community had long asked for more detailed fire preparation plans. When a fire raged through the community this week, gridlock ensued.The New York Times - 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 -
British IS members in Syria should be allowed home, says Trump’s counter-terror pick
Sebastian Gorka says letting people in prison camps return to Britain would benefit the ‘special relationship’ with US. British nationals being held in Syrian prison camps for fighting on behalf of ...The Guardian - Jan. 9 -
Prison considered charging inmates who burned themselves in protest for 'intolerable' conditions
Staffers at Red Onion State Prison in Virginia weighed whether to charge the inmates “thousands of dollars for the hospital and medical treatment,” according to emails obtained through a public ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Ex-officer who stormed Capitol with Proud Boys on Jan. 6 sentenced to prison
A former police officer and Proud Boys member was sentenced on Wednesday to 14 months in prison for storming the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, after the 2020 presidential election. U.S. District Judge ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Inclusive transition best path to lifting of Syria sanctions, says UN special envoy
Geir Pedersen tells security council the HTS administration has great opportunities but also risks making missteps. A credible process leading to a new transitional government involving all strands ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala returns home after release from prison in Iran
Sala, who had been held since 19 December, greeted by family members and Italian PM at Rome airport. Cecilia Sala, an Italian journalist who was held in solitary confinement for almost three weeks ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Sources: Verlander, Giants agree to 1-year deal
Justin Verlander agreed to a one-year, $15 million contract with the San Francisco Giants, sources told ESPN.ESPN - Jan. 8 -
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Italian journalist Cecilia Sala freed from Iran prison, Italy says
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has been freed from detention in Iran and is flying home, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s office said in a statement.NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Aviation industry faces a slew of challenges insiders say will take years to resolve
The aviation industry is bracing for another year of difficulties, as delivery delays at Boeing and supply chain problems are set to continue in 2025.CNBC - Jan. 8 -
The UN wants to influence a pluralist Syria – but will the country listen?
Syrians are suspicious after allegations of complicity with the brutal Assad regime during 14 years of civil war . The UN special envoy for Syria will urge the security council to back a transition ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
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Gaudreau suspect pleads not guilty to homicide charges after turning down 35-year prison sentence
The driver charged with killing NHL hockey player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, as they cycled on a rural New Jersey road has pleaded not guilty after turning down a proposed plea ...ABC News - Jan. 7 -
Black sailors exonerated for mutiny 80 years after WWII
After a deadly ammunition blast at California's Port Chicago during World War II, 50 Black sailors were convicted of mutiny for refusing to go back over subpar safety conditions. Eight decades ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Southern California Is Dangerously Dry for This Time of Year
Ordinarily, the region would have seen some rain by January.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Alaba back in Madrid squad after year-long layoff
David Alaba has returned to the Real Madrid squad ahead of the Spanish Supercopa semifinal against Mallorca following a year-long layoff due to injury.ESPN - Jan. 7 -
Is a 2-year CD still worth opening?
A 2-year CD can still be valuable for many savers, even at a slightly lower interest rate. Here's why.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
These 2 Girl Scout cookie flavors are being retired this year
Fans of the Girl Scout S'mores and Toast-Yay! cookies need to stock up if they want the sweet treats; the varieties are being retired this year.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Driver charged with killing Gaudreau brothers pleads not guilty, rejects 35-year prison term
The driver charged with killing NHL hockey player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, as they cycled on a rural New Jersey road pleaded not guilty to the indictment Tuesday after turning down ...NBC News - Jan. 7 -
Germany pushes for EU to ease sanctions on Syria
Berlin circulates proposals for relief on curbs in exchange for reforms from new leadership in DamascusFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
'I can't spend another five years in my caravan'
A Doncaster mum suffers her second major flood in five years.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
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Escape from the terrordome: how Netherlands panopticon prisons are being reborn as stunning arts hubs
They were built to instil fear. Now these giant domed jails, which date back to the 1700s, are being turned into creative centres – complete with cells for rent and escape rooms. One of the ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
