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If Syrian Chemical Weapons Were Found, the U.S. Army Could Safely Destroy Them
A civilian team at a base in Maryland disposed of Syrian toxins a decade ago after hundreds of people were killed in a nerve agent attack.The New York Times - 3d -
What Keeps Us Going
Times Opinion staffers share how they escaped it all this year.The New York Times - 3d -
Sylvester Stallone wants to build an underwater barrier at his $35 million Palm Beach mansion; his neighbors were ‘blindsided’
Stallone has reportedly prompted outrage from neighbors with his plans to build an underwater barrier to keep boaters away.MarketWatch - 3d -
Penguins and iceberg-watching: Marking Christmas in Antarctica
Staff working out in the wilds of Antarctica share their Christmas Day plans.BBC News - 3d -
The paradox of Christmas is what makes it so compelling
In containing everything all at once, it turns a magnifying glass on your lifeFinancial Times - 3d -
Haiti’s media association says 2 reporters were killed, several wounded in gang attack at Port-au-Prince’s main hospital
Haiti’s media association says 2 reporters were killed, several wounded in gang attack at Port-au-Prince’s main hospitalABC News - 4d -
We were warned: First term aides told us about Trump’s governing style
Trump's chaotic governing style, characterized by rapid turnover of aides, short attention span, and an inability to read briefing books, has been described as akin to a toddler's, and his ...The Hill - 4d -
What to know about FSA, HSA and maximizing contributions
Americans who still have money in their Flexible Spending Account have until Dec. 31 to spend it before they lose it. CBS News contributor Javier David discusses tips on contributing to an FSA and ...CBS News - 4d -
Paris was the Dude: 2024 Olympics were right Games at perfect time
The French capital overcame issues including an opening ceremony deluge to deliver 17 days of joyous madness. Four months after Paris 2024’s spectacular finale, starring Tom Cruise abseiling off ...The Guardian - 4d -
Jonathan Kuminga: 'A lot of people that are playing ... if they were in my shoes, they'll quit basketball'
Kuminga is back coming off the bench for the Warriors after six straight starts, but he had a team-high 26 in loss to Pacers.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
What's open on Christmas Eve 2024? Stores you can visit today.
Here's which food stores, restaurants and other chains are open and closed today, Christmas Eve 2024.CBS News - 4d -
What happens in a second Trump term? Look to Richard Nixon.
President-elect Donald Trump is enjoying a honeymoon period with high approval ratings, but his second term may be short-lived due to his Nixon-like character and his tendency to seek revenge ...The Hill - 4d -
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni: What you need to know
The feud between Lively and Baldoni is alleged to have started during filming of It Ends With Us.BBC News - 4d -
Have a bitcoin-obsessed brother-in-law? Here’s what to tell him this Christmas.
If you think booming bitcoin was the best investment of 2024, think again.MarketWatch - 4d -
What time are the NFL Christmas games and when does Beyoncé perform?
What time does it start? Why Netflix? And when does Beyoncé start? We (mostly) have the answers. The NFL Christmas games are taking place on, you guessed it, Christmas. And if you’re anything like ...The Guardian - 4d -
Pistons expose LeBron James and Lakers for what they are — and aren't — in L.A. loss
LeBron James finishes with 28 points and a triple-double but comes up short on a game-tying three-pointer at the buzzer in a 117-114 loss to the Pistons.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
What we learned as Steph goes cold in Warriors' loss to Pacers
Jonathan Kuminga scored a game-high 26 points, but Steph Curry made just two field goals as the Golden State Warriors lost at home to the Indiana Pacers on Monday night.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
What Hun Manet Is Like as Cambodia’s New Leader
Hun Manet, who took over as prime minister last year, has followed in the steps of his father, who ran Cambodia for nearly 40 years.The New York Times - 4d -
What are my mortgage options while I work abroad?
I plan to keep a property in the UKFinancial Times - 4d -
What to know from every game: Big questions, key performances and what it all means
NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each game. Here's what we learned from Week 16.ESPN - 5d -
WATCH: Kilauea volcano erupts on Hawaii’s Big Island
Scientists are monitoring air quality after Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted early Monday, sending plumes of smoke and lava into the sky.ABC News - 5d -
Syria's Rebel Leaders Have Control of the Country. Now What?
The new Islamist-led government promises moderation, but officials aren’t committing to such issues as women’s rights or free elections.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
What is neijuan, and why is China worried about it?
The buzzword – which went viral after a student was filmed working on his laptop while riding his bicycle – reflects a mix of competitiveness and hopelessness amid China’s slowing economy. On the ...The Guardian - 5d -
Here's what to know about the Corporate Transparency Act ruling
The Corporate Transparency Act, or CTA, requires businesses to register with FINCEN, or face fines. Here's what to know.CBS News - 5d -
Here’s what I learned in medical school – beyond the curriculum | Roland Bull
Studying medicine is not an identity – and self-care should be considered a matter of medical ethics rather than an indulgence. After four long years of study, I wrapped up a medical degree this ...The Guardian - 5d -
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks miffed they were left off NBA's Christmas Day slate: 'I'm pissed'
It's fair for the Bucks to feel snubbed. Then again, there are worse things in the world than having Christmas off from work.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
What is the 7-in-7 rule with credit card debt collectors?
If you have debt in collections, understanding how the 7-in-7 rule works could come in handy. Here's why.CBS News - 5d -
What to know about holiday travel before Christmas Day
Denver International Airport is prepared to receive Americans hoping to travel for the holidays. CBS News Colorado's Ashley Portillo has more on what's expected for those traveling this season.CBS News - 5d -
Here's what it will take for Apple stock to keep notching new highs in 2025
Hint: Just making more iPhones isn't enough.CNBC - 5d -
Research Finds Vaccines Are Not Behind the Rise in Autism. So What Is?
There is no one factor that causes autism — or explains its growing prevalence. Researchers are seeking explanations for the surge. Here are some possibilities.The New York Times - 5d -
Watch: Cargo ship tips on its side in Turkey
A cargo ship rolls over as it is being loaded at a port in Istanbul in the early hours of Monday morning.BBC News - 5d -
Will you be able to refinance your mortgage in 2025? Here's what experts think.
If you're a homeowner, refinancing may or may not make sense in the new year, experts say. Here's why.CBS News - 5d -
On Chrismukkah, What’s an Interfaith Family to Do?
The two holidays will converge for the first time since 2005. For some, celebrating both means “the best blend of the two.”The New York Times - 5d -
What CD terms should you open before 2025? Experts weigh in
When choosing a CD term, you may want to weigh high yields against access to your funds.CBS News - 5d -
Netflix is airing 2 NFL games on Christmas Day. Here's what to know
Netflix will have one of its biggest days since the site launched in 1998 when it carries two NFL games for the first time on ChristmasABC News - 5d -
These 3 federal death row inmates were not on Biden's commutation list
President Biden gave commutations of sentences to 37 people on federal death row Monday. Those who received the Monday commutations of their sentences saw them go from execution to life with no ...The Hill - 5d -
Who owns the Panama Canal and what does Trump want with it?
US president-elect has threatened to retake canal over ‘exorbitant’ rates but Panama’s president rejects his claims. Donald Trump has threatened to take over the Panama Canal , but what is the ...The Guardian - 5d -
Christmas week forecast: What to expect for the holiday week
A blast of winter weather is threatening to freeze holiday travelers in their tracks with snow, ice and bitter cold. Millions in the Northeast are dealing with a bitter blast of winter with ...NBC News - 5d -
More than 100 journalists were killed this year – over half of them in Palestine
Fifty-five journalists were killed in Palestine this year, and nearly all have been forced from their homes, data shows. Worldwide, 104 journalists and media workers were killed in 2024 – and more ...The Guardian - 5d -
What Is It About the Doechii Aesthetic?
Intentionally visible face tape, braids as scalp-to-scalp tethers: Recent looks by the Grammy-nominated rapper have inspired fascination and at least one nail-art tribute.The New York Times - Dec. 21
