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How Drone Fever Spread Across New Jersey and Beyond
The first sighting was at a military site in New Jersey, then the phenomenon spread into neighboring states. Government assurances that most “drones” were not drones at all have not tamped down ...The New York Times - 2d -
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO has dementia, lawyers say
Mike Jeffries, the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch who was charged with sex trafficking, has dementia and late-onset Alzheimer’s disease, his legal team said in newly filed court documents.NBC News - 3d -
Pope welcomes Christmas at newly restored St. Peter's Basilica
New renovations and AI-powered digital tours offer visitors a chance to see the historic site ahead of the 2025 Jubilee Year.CBS News - 3d -
Netflix is hosting the NFL and Beyoncé. But is its tech ready for prime time?
Netflix will air two marquee NFL events on Christmas Day, a key test of its technological ability as it doubles down on live event programming.NBC News - 3d -
Ex-Abercrombie CEO has dementia and may not be fit for trial, lawyers say
The legal team behind Mike Jeffries, arrested earlier this year on sex trafficking charges, has requested a hearing to determine his fitness to stand trial.BBC News - 3d -
Neo-Ottoman Turkey’s triumph over its regional rivals
Turkey’s success in post-Assad Syria stems from its multifaceted strategy combining military strength, economic investment and ideological appeal.The Hill - 3d -
'Stressed' Amazon driver abandons 80 packages in Mass. woods during holiday shipping rush
Dozens of Amazon packages were discovered abandoned in the woods of a Massachusetts town mere days before Christmas, but it wasn't the Grinch stealing presents — it was a delivery driver who said ...NBC News - 3d -
Both sides of Amazon scored big wins this year that should carry over into 2025
A fast-growing advertising business was the icing on the cake in 2024.CNBC - 3d -
Gary Player is 89 and has a new girlfriend. Nelly Korda has dog sledding in her holiday plans
Gary Player is constantly preaching the value of love in societyABC News - 3d -
Hyatt likely to flip Playa resort properties with its ‘asset-light’ play book: analyst
Hyatt Hotels is in talks to spend around $1.5 billion to buy publicly-traded Playa Hotels, but will likely sell them as part of its asset-light business model.MarketWatch - 3d -
Kosovo's ethnic Serb party says its ban from a parliamentary election is 'political violence'
Kosovo’s main ethnic Serb party says its ban from taking part in the upcoming parliamentary election is political and institutional violence against the ethnic minorityABC News - 3d -
Nike has had a rocky year — here's why a comeback will take time
Nike is the world’s largest sportswear brand but the company has struggled this year. Can Nike's new CEO Elliot Hill turn things around for the company?CNBC - 3d -
US wins its GMO corn case against Mexico, but in front of the wrong court
Last Friday, a dispute settlement panel convened under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement ruled in favor of the U.S. on two Mexican measures blocking imports of genetically modified corn. The U.S. ...The Hill - 3d -
Marv From ‘Home Alone’ Has a New Calling Card: Tangerines and Sculpture
Daniel Stern has built a social media following by documenting daily life on his family’s farm. “What a crazy way to walk through life,” he said, “to be a little part of people’s lives.”The New York Times - 3d -
Has Seattle’s ‘Belltown Hellcat’ Lost Its Fearsome Roar?
A modified Dodge Charger that blasted neighbors out of their sleep appears to have gone quiet, at least downtown, as its owner deals with legal problems.The New York Times - 3d -
This home builder issued its third profit warning in three months. Its stock is tanking.
Britain’s Vistry Group on Tuesday issued its third profit warning in as many months, sending its already-battered stock spiraling lower.MarketWatch - 3d -
Justin Baldoni has women's award revoked after Blake Lively claims
Justin Baldoni was accused by Blake Lively of sexual harassment and a campaign to wreck her reputation.BBC News - 3d -
Boy seriously injured by falling drone at Florida light show
A holiday light show in Florida went horribly wrong when several drones crashed to the ground, with one of them seriously injuring a small boy. The NTSB and FAA are investigating. Cristian ...CBS News - 3d -
How Israel pulled of its exploding pagers plot against Hezbollah
CBS News' "60 Minutes" got an inside look at how Israel pulled off one of the most daring and sophisticated intelligence operations in history. In the so-called pager plot, devices worn by members ...CBS News - 3d -
Gaetz 'has a real problem here,' former Ethics chairman says
Lawmakers and officials react to Gaetz ethics report releaseABC News - 3d -
Drone video shows Santa Cruz Wharf collapse
Three people fell into the ocean after part of the Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed in California due to storm swells. Part of the of the pier had been closed to the public because of damage from ...NBC News - 3d -
Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards fined $75,000 for 'public criticism' of referees, calling them 'f***ing terrible'
Edwards has been fined three times in the past five weeks, totaling $135,000.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Texans WR Dell has torn ACL, dislocated kneecap
Texans wide receiver Tank Dell suffered a torn ACL and dislocated kneecap in Saturday's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday.ESPN - 3d -
McDaniel has oddly specific message for Bosa after 49ers-Dolphins game
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel shared an oddly specific parting message to Nick Bosa after the San Francisco 49ers' loss to Miami.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Morrisons apologises after discount and delivery issues
The supermarket has been advertising cheap deals, including 10p vegetables, ahead of Christmas.BBC News - 3d -
U.S. sues Walmart, Branch Messenger over payment accounts for delivery drivers
The CFPB filed a complaint Monday against Walmart and Branch Messenger for allegedly forcing delivery drivers to use costly deposit accounts to get paid.CNBC - 3d -
Amazon and Starbucks Workers are on Strike. Trump Might Have Something to do With It
The President-elect was no fan of unions during his first term, though observers suggest he may be more accommodating on labor issues when he returns to office.Inc. - 4d -
From Amazon warehouse to port strikes, shippers and the DOT are preparing for an unpredictable 2025
Amazon worker labor action amid the holidays, and the threat of a ports strike in January, has shippers preparing for a chaotic start to 2025.CNBC - 4d -
Burt, beloved crocodile from 'Crocodile Dundee,' has died
Burt, the beloved crocodile known for starring in the Australian film, "Crocodile Dundee," passed away last weekend.NBC News - 4d -
AI Search Makes Inroads as Expert Says Google Has ‘Plateaued’
As AI-powered search options grow and get used more often, the change may have stark effects on the search ad industry, and change how millions of businesses market themselves.Inc. - 4d -
Florida boy undergoes open heart surgery after being hit by falling drone at holiday show
The FAA is now investigating.The Hill - 4d -
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 - 4d -
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 - 4d -
Ethics panel declines investigation into McCaul over public intoxication
The House Ethics Committee has decided not to open an investigation into outgoing House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul (R-Texas), who was detained in November for public ...The Hill - 4d -
Eli Lilly looks to extend its winning streak over the broader market to 6 years
The drugmaker's ability to further expand available supply of its obesity and weight loss drugs is crucial.CNBC - 4d -
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. - 4d -
From constant scandals to its best shows ending – how 2024 turned into the BBC’s annus horribilis
With star names such as Gary Lineker, Kirsty Wark and Mishal Husain leaving, a slew of others embroiled in legal troubles and a sharp drop in income, this has been a dreadful 12 months for the ...The Guardian - 4d -
The Spy Who Didn’t Love Amazon, or Why You’ll Have to Wait for Your James Bond Fix
It’s been a minute since 007 has graced the silver screen, not because of a supervillain, but because of a conflict between the franchise producer and the tech giant’s algorithmic approach to content.Inc. - 4d -
Afghanistan welcomes Saudi Arabia’s decision to reopen embassy in Kabul
Afghanistan has welcomed the reopening of Saudi Arabia’s Embassy in Kabul for the first time since the Taliban returned to power in 2021ABC News - 4d -
Netflix's Boxing Match Was a Glitchy Mess. The Stakes for Its Christmas NFL Games Are Even Higher.
The broadcasts, which include a Beyoncé performance, follow problems with a heavily watched boxing showcase and represent a major live-event test for the streaming giant.The Wall Street Journal - 4d
