The Meteoric Rise of Temu and Pinduoduoand What Might Finally Slow Them Down
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Where do Musk and Trump stand after that spectacle?
“Elon knows a lot about launching rockets into space," said one person close to Trump. "But what does he know about the minutiae of political dealmaking?"Politico - 2d -
There Are Mystery Drones Flying Over My House. I Tried to Track Them Down.
Authorities say unexplained aircraft over New Jersey is no cause for concern. My neighbors, however, are concerned.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 13 -
Is the US government going to shut down? What happens if it does
Here's how the US got to the brink of yet another funding lapse and what it means for Americans - and Trump.BBC News - 1d -
What happens if the US government shuts down?
More congressional chaos has sparked fears of another federal funding crisisFinancial Times - 1d -
Here's what happens if the government shuts down right before the holidays
The U.S. government will shut down this weekend unless Congress comes up with a plan and takes action soon.NBC News - 2d -
'There are no barriers': Youngsters explain what blind Strictly winner means to them
Chris McCausland answers questions from young visually impaired people on Newsround.BBC News - 2d -
‘He kept going until he couldn’t’: why do boomer men refuse to slow down?
Those born in the baby boomer generation are entering the longest phase of elderhood in history, full of potential but also fraught with challenges . My friend Jeremy’s father has always taken ...The Guardian - 3d -
Why are water bills rising and what can I do?
The regulator Ofwat sets limits on how much water companies can increase their prices.BBC News - 3d -
Could this be what our home on Moon or Mars might look like?
India tested its first analog space mission in the Himalayan mountains of Ladakh.BBC News - 4d -
What might a future with abundant energy look like?
A new report imagines a transition where technology allows us to use all the energy the earth has availableFinancial Times - 4d -
Did 'What We Do in the Shadows' create a 'perfect' finale? We discuss
Times staff writer Tracy Brown and television editor Maira Garcia discuss the finale of FX's vampire comedy, favorite moments and what made the series so special.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
What to know about the rising cost of holiday baking
Americans use butter more this time of year than any other time. Last year, the cost of butter was up 16% in November and December, and this year the cost of butter and other baking ingredients ...CBS News - 5d -
Ether may finally rise to record high next year, after lagging behind bitcoin
While ether has been lagging behind bitcoin, the second-largest crypto by market capitalization could hit a record high above $5,000 next year if its current demand-and-supply dynamics continue, ...MarketWatch - 6d -
There Are Mystery Drones Flying Over My House. I Tried to Track Them Down.
Authorities say unexplained aircraft over New Jersey is no cause for concern. My neighbors, however, are concerned.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 13 -
He’s ‘the Tom Brady of Defensive Linemen.’ At 38, He Isn’t Slowing Down.
Calais Campbell hasn’t been able to convince himself that he should walk away from football. Not yet: “I might just do this until the wheels fall off.”The New York Times - Dec. 13 -
It's the Final Four! What to know about the NBA Cup semis
It's Hawks-Bucks and Rockets-Thunder in Las Vegas, with the winners playing for the NBA Cup on Tuesday. Here's how we got here, and what to expect today.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 13 -
Where might Arenado be traded? Breaking down the emerging market
The Cardinals have declared their intention to trade the third baseman, who wants to play for a contender. Which teams could be in the mix?Yahoo Sports - Dec. 12 -
What to know after inflation rises for a second straight month
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what to know about the prices of products after the Consumer Price Index report for November showed inflation went up for ...CBS News - Dec. 12 -
An Article on Hysterectomies Asks What Might Have Been Lost
Rachel E. Gross, a health reporter, was used to asking tough questions, but here her reporting presented a new challenge: Some patients didn’t know which organs had been removed from their bodies.The New York Times - Dec. 12 -
Is Facebook down? Here's what to know about reports of outages.
Users are reporting problems accessing many of Meta's social media services, including Facebook, Instagram and Messenger.CBS News - Dec. 11 -
What comes next for Syria’s women? A revolution that doesn’t free them is no revolution at all | Mona Eltahawy
The women celebrating the destruction of jails and dungeons will now be wondering why their own oppression cannot also be dismantled. Thirteen years after they joined the revolutionary wave ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Chinese retailer Temu storms Nigeria
Yahoo News - Dec. 11 -
The limits of intelligence — Why AI advancement could be slowing down
Silicon Valley has become increasingly concerned that advancements in AI are already slowing. One indication is a lack of progress between new models released.CNBC - Dec. 11 -
India's new central bank governor takes over as economic growth slows and inflation rises
Sanjay Malhotra, a career civil servant, has become India’s new central bank governor at a time when the country’s economic growth is slowing and inflation is surgingABC News - Dec. 11 -
What the oil and gas industry wants from Trump and how his administration might deliver it
The president-elect is setting up a new National Energy Council with the goal of "U.S. energy dominance."CNBC - Dec. 10 -
What the oil and gas industry wants from Trump and how his administration might deliver it
The oil and gas industry has a “to do” list for President-elect Donald Trump.NBC News - Dec. 10 -
Syria’s President Had Stocks of Chemical Weapons. What Happens to Them Now?
While experts believe that Syria has retained some stocks of chemical weapons, their quantities likely have been depleted and it would be hard for rogue actors to use them.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
What to know about Assad's fall and what might happen next in Syria
After 13 years of Syria’s grinding civil war, the regime of President Bashar al-Assad is gone, the dictator fleeing his country in the face of a sensational advance by rebel forces.NBC News - Dec. 9 -
Google CEO: AI development is finally slowing down—'the low-hanging fruit is gone’
Google CEO Sundar Pichai says AI development may feel slower in 2025 — and tech companies will "need deeper breakthroughs" than today's chatbots to get ahead.CNBC - Dec. 8 -
Fannie Mae CEO reveals what’s really behind rising mortgage rates
Homeowners shouldn’t count on lower rates; they should build strong credit so they can qualify for the most affordable loan.MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
Lakers completely butcher final 30 seconds vs. Hawks as Trae Young ices them with game-winner
L.A. pretty much gift-wrapped this one for Atlanta in overtimeCBS Sports - Dec. 7 -
Ace of Base returns to the spotlight with docuseries about their meteoric rise to '90s fame
They were the soundtrack of the early 1990s.NBC News - Dec. 7 -
Syrian Rebels Push South, Despite Efforts to Slow Them
Government forces appeared to be reinforcing crucial strongholds including the capital, Damascus, and the major city of Homs.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
What we learned about the money fueling the final stretch of the election
New campaign finance disclosures filed late Thursday and early Friday shed fresh light on how big money, big donors and big expectations shaped the final stretch of the 2024 presidential race. The ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Temu's Operations Suspended in Vietnam
The Ministry of Industry and Trade asked Temu to cease sales in the country until a licensing process is completed, state media reported Thursday.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5 -
EU to crack down on Asian online retailers Temu and Shein
Brussels considering a tax to slow surge of goods sold on sites that evade custom duties and checksFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
NBA Cup: Here's what's at stake on the final day of group play
The 2024 Emirates NBA Cup resumes Tuesday, with five of the eight spots in the knockout round — three in the East, two in the West — still up for grabs.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
Here's what a Red Sox lineup might look like with Juan Soto in it
How exactly would Juan Soto fit in Boston? John Tomase projects a starting nine with the free-agent superstar in the heart of the Red Sox lineup.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
Here's what the rise of homeowners associations means for buyers
Homeowners associations, or HOAs, are becoming more common. The biggest complaint among current owners is the cost, report finds.CNBC - Dec. 2 -
Tensions Rise Among Russia’s Elite as Economic Growth Slows
The slowdown is worrying for the Kremlin but not serious enough to significantly hobble its war effort.The New York Times - Dec. 2
