Meet Japan’s Original Decluttering Guru (No, Not That One)
Before Marie Kondo stormed into the global consciousness, Hideko Yamashita taught Japan the art of creating tidier spaces.
Read more at The New York Times
-
New owners, musical meetings and a rookie sensation: How Washington rebooted in just one year
New owners, new culture and a game-changing quarterback have breathed new life into a once-listless franchise.ESPN - 8h -
Dynasty Warriors: Origins - How To Defeat Lu Bu
There's a saying that goes: "Among men, Lu Bu; among horses, Red Hare." And your mettle will certainly be tested once you meet both the general and his fierce steed on the battlefield. Lu Bu is ...GameSpot - 2d -
Dynasty Warriors: Origins Review - Army Of One
When it comes down to it, the essence of Dynasty Warriors' longevity is simple: Cleaving through hundreds of enemies like a hot knife through butter feels really good. It's the ultimate power ...GameSpot - 2d -
Japan imposes new sanctions on Russia
Japan on Friday approved additional sanctions against Russia over its war on Ukraine, including freezing the assets of dozens of individuals and groups and banning exports to dozens of ...ABC News - 6d -
‘Sea women’ and sacred waterfalls: Exploring one of Japan’s most stunning secrets
Yahoo News - 6d -
'I get to be one of the funny trivia answers!' Meet the only NHL teammate of Ovechkin and Gretzky
With Ovi set to break Gretzky's career goals record, many comparisons have been drawn between them. But only one man can say he was a teammate of both.ESPN - 6d -
CNN polling guru: Biden 'flat-out bonkers' on chance of beating Trump
CNN’s Harry Enten said President Biden's recent comments about possibly securing a victory in the last election against President-elect Trump if he had not dropped out are “flat-out bonkers” in a ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Questions to ask yourself … to declutter your home and organise your life
Sort Your Life Out’s professional organiser Dilly Carter advises on where to start – and how to stick at it. Conduct a space audit – walk all the way through your home, writing notes as you go. ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
‘The minimalists are wrong!’ My biggest decluttering regret
The thing that stopped bringing me joy has now been resurrected. I just wish I’d kept more supplies for my hobby . A few summers ago I got caught up in the frenzied emptying of dusty cardboard ...The Guardian - Jan. 2
More from The New York Times
-
Biden and Trump Defy Their History of Animosity to Seal Gaza Cease-Fire
But the extraordinary collaboration between outgoing and incoming presidents did not stop both sides from claiming credit.The New York Times - 3h -
Hostage families are celebrating the cease-fire deal — with a dose of trepidation.
The New York Times - 6h -
In Farewell Address, Biden Warns of an ‘Oligarchy’ Taking Shape in America
President Biden did not explicitly name President-elect Donald J. Trump, but his remarks went straight at the tension at the heart of the incoming White House.The New York Times - 3h -
Biden’s Presidential Legacy: An Era of Change, Forever Marked by Trump
Biden’s disastrous debate performance highlighted age concerns.The New York Times - 7h -
Full Transcript of President Biden’s Farewell Address
The president delivered the 17-minute speech from the Oval Office in the White House.The New York Times - 5h
More in Top stories
-
UK must rejoin EU customs union, says Lib Dem Davey
Sir Ed will argue the move is needed to deal with the incoming Trump presidency in the US.BBC News - 8m -
UK economy grows for first time in three months
Official figures show the economy grew by 0.1% in November, although that was lower than had been expected.BBC News - 17m -
Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan out of danger after being stabbed
Khan was stabbed by an unidentified attacker at his home in the early hours of Thursday.BBC News - 26m -
Starmer in Kyiv to pledge more Ukraine support
The deal is seen as a show of support for Ukraine, days before Donald Trump re-enters the White House.BBC News - 1h -
Banning cellphones in schools gains popularity in red and blue states
Efforts to ban students' cellphones at school is gaining rare bipartisan consensus in Republican and Democrat-led statesABC News - 1h