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China corporate profits set for third year of declines
Oversupply drives intense competition that is undermining prices and profitabilityFinancial Times - Jan. 13 -
22-year-old makes $49,000 a year as a teacher while preparing to go into business: My job ‘is super rewarding’
Aron Olegnowicz-Cruz is a special education teacher in Columbus, Ohio, and part of the Teach for America program.CNBC - Jan. 12 -
Fury fight has to happen this year - Joshua
Anthony Joshua calls for a long-awaited fight with British rival Tyson Fury to happen in 2025.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
My year as a conscript in the Egyptian army
Smartphone photographs capture life as a soldier and the loneliness of night shiftsFinancial Times - Jan. 11 -
Kraken Need To Be Sellers At This Year's Trade Deadline
The Seattle Kraken are closer to last place in the NHL than they are to a playoff spot and should be amongst the biggest sellers at this year's trade deadline.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 10 -
Last year was the hottest in Earth's recorded history
Last year was the planet’s hottest in recorded history, NASA announced, marking two years in a row that global temperatures have shattered records.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Fighters of the year, best fights, KO and more
Oleksandr Usyk, Gabriela Fundora, Katie Taylor and others were part of the best boxing moments of 2024.ESPN - Jan. 10 -
Why Ravens QB Lamar Jackson likely just won third NFL MVP and became the youngest in league history to do so
Jackson earned his third First Team All-Pro selection with 30 first-place votes to Josh Allen's 18CBS Sports - Jan. 10 -
Last year was hottest on record: NOAA
Last year was the hottest ever recorded, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released Friday. In 2024, Earth overall saw its highest global temperature ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
Macy's will close 66 stores this year. Here is where they are.
Macy's has released a list of the more than 60 underperforming stores it is closing in 2025.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
FirstFT: The hottest year on record
Also in today’s newsletter, the resurrection of Andersen Consulting, and hiding savings from a significant otherFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
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 -
Trump campaign worker won Musk’s $1mn election raffle prize
US swing state voters were told to sign petition ‘in support of the constitution’ to get awardsFinancial Times - 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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Biden says he could have won 2024 election, undecided on issuing preemptive pardons
“It’s presumptuous to say that, but I think yes," he told the newspaper.ABC News - 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 -
Which football teams have won the league without a shirt sponsor? | The Knowledge
Plus: non-football athletes wearing football crests on their kit; and teams who were sponsored by news organisations. Mail us any of your questions and answers “Chelsea are firmly in the ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
The Billionaire Mining Magnate Who Bet Coal Had a Future---and Won Big
The U.K. closed its last coal-powered plant, but 76-year-old Low Tuck Kwong ignored naysayers and built a fortune from the world’s dirtiest fossil fuel.The Wall Street Journal - 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 -
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 -
2025 NFL playoffs: Ravens' Lamar Jackson looks to extend this streak among players who've won multiple MVPs
Jackson is looking for his first Super Bowl appearanceCBS Sports - Jan. 7 -
Ranking the 14 NFL quarterbacks in this year's playoffs
Who is the best quarterback in this year's NFL playoffs? From Patrick Mahomes to Jared Goff and Jalen Hurts, let's rank the 14 signal callers.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7 -
FirstFT: US corporate bankruptcies hit 14-year high
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump reiterates ambition to buy Greenland and Wall Street’s top regulator steps downFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
Record year for wind power in 2024
Wind provided more electricity than ever last year across England, Wales and Scotland.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Biden visits New Orleans after New Year's attack
President Biden visited New Orleans on Monday and met with the families of the victims of the deadly New Year's Day truck attack. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca is on Bourbon Street with ...CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Congress certifies Trump's win 4 years after Jan. 6 attack
Congress convened Monday to count the votes of the Electoral College and formally cement President-elect Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election. It comes four years after the ...CBS News - Jan. 6 -
This Japanese man earned $80,000 a year from 'doing nothing'
When Shoji Morimoto was fired from his job, his superior criticized him for "not doing anything." Since then, Morimoto has spun a career out of "doing nothing."CNBC - Jan. 7 -
Four Years After Capitol Riot, Congress Certifies Trump’s Victory Peacefully
Vice President Kamala D. Harris presided over the certification of her own loss without disputing it, and Democrats made no move to challenge the results.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
'Shogun' actress Anna Sawai wins Golden Globe 44 years after Yoko Shimada won for same role
Anna Sawai took home a Golden Globe for her portrayal of Lady Mariko. More than 40 years ago, the late Yoko Shimada won the very same category for the same role.NBC News - Jan. 6 -
Heavy security in D.C. four years after Jan. 6 Capitol attack
Security is tight in Washington, D.C., four years after the Capitol attack during the 2020 election certification process. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports on the measures taken to keep the nation's ...CBS News - Jan. 6 -
New Orleans officials knew risk years before Bourbon Street attack
A confidential report warned that bollards needed to be fixed. New Orleans didn't start to replace them for five years.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Boeing Looks Back on a Turbulent Year
A year ago, a side panel on one of its 737 MAX planes blew off in midair, sending Boeing into a financial, industrial, and existential crisis.Inc. - Jan. 6 -
Arthur Brooks on why small New Year's resolutions are better
Harvard professor Arthur Brooks says making smaller New Year's resolutions can actually help them stick and lead to greater happiness.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Bet365 boss Denise Coates’ pay nearly halved to £150mn last year
Head of betting firm remains one of the UK’s wealthiest executivesFinancial Times - Jan. 6 -
Xbox Game Pass Is Coming To Another Brand Of Smart TVs Later This Year
Microsoft is continuing to expand Xbox Game Pass, with new LG Smart TVs coming later this year set to support the service via Xbox Cloud Gaming. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will be able to ...GameSpot - Jan. 6 -
The First Destiny Game Gets Strange Update For New Years
An update for the first Destiny game surprisingly appeared on January 5, leaving players baffled. The game's headquarters, called the Tower, all of sudden became covered in holiday decorations.. ...GameSpot - Jan. 6
