What should be in your winter driving survival kit?
Tips on what to carry in your car, and how to drive in snow and icy weather.
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What to know about winter storm hitting North America
The extreme weather is being caused by the polar vortex, an area of cold air that circulates around the Arctic.BBC News - 1d -
What is human metapneumovirus, are cases surging in China, and should we be worried?
Surging HMPV cases in northern China have prompted some online alarm but experts say the risk of another Covid-like pandemic is low. Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory disease that ...The Guardian - 1d -
A winter storm is headed to most of the U.S. Here's what to know
Millions in the U.S. are in the path of the first major winter storm of the year, which is expected to dump snow and ice and create dangerous conditions from the Central Plains to the East Coast.CBS News - 2d -
What is driving the board game renaissance among younger Americans?
Tabletop games have been around for millenniums and have since evolved into what we know fondly as board games. But its popularity is again on the rise, particularly among younger generations, ...CBS News - 3d -
What America should learn from South Korea’s democratic crisis
Any “us vs. them” dynamic can be dangerous for democracy. But when that divide centers on mutually exclusive visions of a nation, the effects are uniquely detrimental.The Hill - 3d -
Should you buy a home in 2025? Here's what experts think.
Understanding market trends and evaluating your financial standing can help you decide when to purchase a home.CBS News - 5d -
Four Verts: What NFL fans should watch for in the CFP
With the College Football Playoff taking over the sports world midweek, let's examine the four quarterfinal games through an NFL Draft lens.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Why You Should Talk About Sex With Your Parents
Sex is a big part of life. Why is it so hard to talk to family members about it?The New York Times - Dec. 24
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Musk's 'disinformation' endangering me, says Jess Phillips
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Fires Break Out Across Southern California Amid Fierce Winds
The region’s utility company said it was prepared to cut power to more than 400,000 customers to try to prevent more blazes.The New York Times - 10m -
What to know about Florida's massive falling iguanas when temperatures drop
When temperatures drop in South Florida, it can cause a big problem for Floridians: falling iguanas. When it gets too cold, the large invasive reptiles — which can grow to be up to 5 feet long and ...CBS News - 14m -
Trump won't rule out force to retake Panama Canal, threatens 'all hell' over hostages
Donald Trump delivered remarks and took reporter questions on Tuesday at Mar-a-Lago in what was his second news conference since becoming president-elect.ABC News - 15m -
Judge Cannon Blocks Release of Jack Smith’s Report on Trump Documents Investigation
Judge Aileen M. Cannon, a Trump appointee who had dismissed the documents case in its entirety, temporarily barred Jack Smith from releasing the results of his investigation to the public.The New York Times - 16m -
California braces for 'life-threatening' windstorm and critical fire risk
Millions of people across Southern California are under a Red Flag warning as a dangerous windstorm starting Tuesday could bring widespread destruction and extreme fire risk to the area, with ...NBC News - 17m