The Fight Against Climate Change In The Vineyard Begins Beneath The Soil

By using lower doses of newly developed fertilizers, Resonant Technology hopes to battle global warming in the world's vineyards.

Hong Kong news outlet to close amid crackdown on dissent

A Hong Kong online news site says it would cease operations in light of deteriorating press freedoms, days after police raided and arrested seven people for sedition at a separate pro-democracy news outlet

Hilary Knight headlines US women's hockey team for Beijing

Hilary Knight was selected for a USA Hockey record-tying fourth Olympics, one of 15 players with prior Winter Games experience on the U.S. women’s national team seeking to defend its gold medal in...

Pinterest Is My Top Social Media Stock Right Now

The image-based app is starting to monetize its international user base.

Passage: In memoriam

"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including NFL Hall of Fame coach and veteran sportscaster John Madden.

Jalen Coleman-Lands scores 20, No. 6 Kansas beats George Mason

Kim English probably didn't have Kansas guard Jalen Coleman-Lands or forward Mitch Lightfoot circled on his scouting report, especially considering the George Mason coach only had a couple days to...

Twitter reportedly suspends Marjorie Taylor Greene's account for spreading COVID-19 misinformation

"We permanently suspended Marjorie Taylor Greene for repeated violations of our COVID-19 misinformation policy," Twitter said in a statement.

Jury in Elizabeth Holmes trial will resume deliberations Monday

Jury in Elizabeth Holmes trial will resume deliberations Monday  CNNJurors reconvene Monday morning in trial of Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes  WUNCWhy Theranos failed, but other researchers...

Maak er wat van

(SLYT) For your listening pleasure the Dutch Bert and Ernie from the Dutch Sesamstraat (Sesame Street) sing Maak er wat van. The song deals with how to make something new out of things that are...

Jan. 6 investigator Jamie Raskin: "I'm not gonna see American democracy go down the tubes."

The Maryland Representative witnessed the attack on Congress by insurrectionists on January 6, 2021, but he'd already experienced an even darker day, when his 25-year-old son, Thomas, took his own life.

The Smartest Stocks to Buy With $20 Right Now and Hold Forever

Your investment portfolio can start with just $20 and still turn out great.

Lebanese Christian leader: alliance with Hezbollah imperiled

The head of Lebanon's largest Christian parliamentary bloc says a 15-year-old alliance with the country’s powerful Shiite group Hezbollah was no longer working and must evolve

Unvaccinated U.S. travellers added to French quarantine list

France has put the United States on its COVID-19 travel "red list", meaning unvaccinated people coming into the country will have to quarantine for 10 days. The rules will not change for fully...

The 4 best pieces of advice Kevin O'Leary gave us in 2021

As 2021 winds to a close, here are four of the entrepreneur's best pieces of advice to take into the new year.

EU flag removed from Arc de Triomphe after right-wing outrage

The French government denies bowing to far-right pressure over the flag at the Arc de Triomphe.

The Science of Selling

Let see how to implement our learning in a practical way.Continue reading on Medium »

Why Gaming NFTs Are Not Oblivion Horse Armor 2.0

Yesterday, the gaming community collectively rioted about a love letter Square Enix president Yosuke Matsuda wrote about the blockchain and NFTs, stating that both would be a key part of the...

The Question behind the Questions

It is not a long shot post, but just a pragmatic and intricate approach towards the questions we face in our daily life from different…Continue reading on Medium »

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The Italian hamlet that gives a glimpse of life before the web

Galliano di Mugello’s poor signal has endeared it to Italians, but the mayor hopes to use recent publicity to close the digital divideAt the cafe that doubles-up as a newsagent in Galliano di...

These five analysts were the best performers of 2021

Tipranks, an analyst ranking service, reveals the most accurate Wall Street professionals of 2021.

Jake's mice: Searching for answers to the puzzle of autism

Jake Litvag leaned in for a closer look as a lab mouse scurried around an enclosure, stopping to sniff a large block. Scientists at Washington University in St. Louis bred the mice, and grew stem...

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We've lost Tom': Fatal shark attack in Morro Bay devastates family and alarms surfers

A family grieves and a surfing community is wary after a great white shark kills a 42-year-old body boarder in Morro Bay on Christmas Eve.

To the moon and beyond: what 2022 holds for space travel

From lunar missions to anti-asteroid defence systems, there are plenty of exciting scientific developments to look forward toThis year promises to be an important one for space exploration, with...

From Dancing to Dog Cuddles, 11 Kids Videos That Will Melt Your Heart

Featuring makeup disasters, real-life Disney princesses and a superb Seth Rogen impersonation.

Macaw Fitted With 3D-Printed Titanium Beak After it Was Ripped Off in a Fight

A high-tech operation restored a macaw's beak and ability to eat. The rare surgery has been performed three times in the world.

Poem: 'Death Cap'

Science in meter and verse-- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com

Joe Biden Rang in the Holidays With a James Bond-Approved Watch

Plus: LeBron joins a very rarified club.

How Body Farms and Human Composting Can Help Communities

Like every other aspect of our society, how we handle death and dying needs to change in the face of climate change. This method may be a path forward.

Our Favorite Paper Planners for Crossing Tasks off Your List

Digital tools are not always superior. Here are the good old-fashioned notebooks our team uses to keep on track.

How to Use Muriatic Acid Safely (and Where You Should)

While there seem to be cleaning products formulated for any type of stain, mess, or grime you can think of, some people—for a variety of reasons—prefer to take more of a chemistry-class-approach...

A warm start to the year in Europe brings people on to terraces and beaches

Parts of Europe basked in the sunshine on New Year's Day with many people taking advantage to avoid indoor gatherings get some fresh air

UAE to ban non-vaccinated citizens from traveling abroad from Jan. 10

The United Arab Emirates will ban non-vaccinated citizens from traveling abroad from Jan. 10, the state news agency WAM reported on Saturday, citing the foreign ministry and the National Emergency...

Vikings Rumors: Mike Zimmer's 'Fate Has Not Yet Been Decided'; HC Search Discussed

Mike Zimmer's future as head coach of the Minnesota Vikings could come down to the team's performance in the final two weeks of the season. "Mike Zimmer...

Emirates is giving 52 of its Airbus A380s a brand-new look including upgrades in every cabin and...

Emirates will fly the Airbus A380 for decades to come and lucky passengers will get to experience the epitome of luxury travel while onboard.

Zaian Aimable-Lina: Second murder arrest after boy stabbed to death

A 15-year-old boy is in custody while another boy, also 15, has been bailed until late January.

Kanye West Goes on Date with Actress Julia Fox in Miami

Kanye West has gotten back on the horse, because he's back in the dating game. Kanye and actress Julia Fox hit up Carbone restaurant in Miami Saturday night, and he was clearly having a good time....

Rain moves out, colder temperatures move in; snow expected in some areas

Rain moves out, colder temperatures move in; snow expected in some areas  WYFF4 GreenvilleWATCH: Rain Chances Bring Impact Days Ahead Plus Snow Chances Into The Triad Early Monday  WXII 12...

Prince Andrew Faces the Week That Could Destroy Him

If you love The Daily Beast’s royal coverage, then we hope you’ll enjoy The Royalist, a members-only series for Beast Inside. Become a member to get it in your inbox on Sunday.No sweatA crucial...

10 secrets we learned after watching 'Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts'

10 secrets we learned after watching 'Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts'  NBC NewsLet the 'Harry Potter' reunion usher in a magical new year  CNNJ.K. Rowling Cameos in 'Harry...

What is aquamation? The green alternative to cremation chosen by Desmond Tutu

Family members gathered to say their goodbyes to anti-apartheid hero Desmond Tutu at a private service at St. George's Cathedral on Sunday, where his ashes were interred in Cape Town and laid to rest.

Nursing homes bleed staff as Amazon lures low-wage workers with Prime packages

Low-wage workers are fleeing entry-level elder care for jobs packing boxes

Your attention didn't collapse. It was stolen

Number of Female Directors on Top Hollywood Films Declines in 2021

Hollywood made history in 2020, fielding a record number of films from female directors. But after achieving that milestone, the film business found itself regressing in 2021 with women comprising...

Overnight storms bring damage to parts of US South

HAZEL GREEN, Ala. (AP) — A line of severe storms damaged homes, knocked out power and downed trees in parts of the southern United States late Saturday into Sunday morning.Authorities closed roads...

Capitol rioters’ tears, remorse don’t spare them from jail

WASHINGTON (AP) — Florida business owner Robert Palmer cheered on the violence at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 before he joined the fray. Screaming obscenities, he hurled a wooden plank and a fire...

Look up as the Quadrantid meteor shower puts on a show in the new year

The new year kicks off with the Quadrantid meteor shower, which is expected to peak in the overnight hours from Sunday to Monday.

After losing everything in the Colorado wildfires, she's struggling to start over

Taylor Korn, a lifelong Boulder, Colo., resident, had already lost her father and grandmother this past summer. Then a wildfire took her home and two dogs.

L.A. County public and private school staff must wear high-grade masks; rules for athletes tighten

New school rules in L.A. County also lay out when testing is needed for close contacts to remain in class.

Being Desi Arnaz: The "flawed genius" that "Being the Ricardos" doesn’t show

Both Javier Bardem and Arnaz have been overshadowed by their redheaded costars, but don't deserve to be

Help! A Totally Alluring Stranger is Making Me Reconsider My Life Plans

We had such an instant connection, it was unsettling.

Why My M.B.A. Students Turned Against Business

During a lecture in my Modern Political Economy class this fall, I explained—as I have to many students over the course of four decades in academia—that capitalism’s adaptation to globalization...

Thinking of My Wife as a Child by the Sea, While We Clean Mussels Together

Before prising keel worms off the backs of mussels, we have to tap them with a knife, when good sense, fear, life, shuts their lips. I do chop the lemongrass. I do close the lid. Their bodies...

Cheaper Stocks Boost S&P 500's Prospects in New Year

Wall Street forecasters predict rising markets in 2022 thanks to lower valuations, an expanding economy and ultralow interest rates.

Teachers Will Be Disappointed If You Can't Pass This Basic European Geography Quiz

If you know which country is called the Emerald Isle, you're already off to a good start!

Here Are 25 Iconic Dance Scenes From Movies That Are Undeniably Memorable

"No other dance scene comes close."

Packers Rumors: Davante Adams Expected to Get Franchise Tag amid Aaron Rodgers Buzz

The Green Bay Packers are reportedly expected to use their franchise tag on wide receiver Davante Adams this offseason. <a...

Fears of political schism, pandemic..

Child grooms are often overlooked in the fight to stop child marriage

The U.N. issued its first report on the plight of child grooms. And the pandemic has only made things worse. Here's a report from Nepal, where 1 in 10 boys marry young.

Fitness centers thought they had gotten their groove back

Gyms, fitness studios and other workout facilities have been slowly getting back into shape since the pandemic devastated their businesses, but the emergence of the omicron variant threatens to...

In praise of the humble tote bag

They say so much about who we are and who we want to be. Saúl Guzman bought a tote bag in 2010 that has not left his side since. Walking around one day through a small London street fair, he...

15 Times Laziness Wasn’t the Engine of the Process but Made Us Laugh

On average, less physically active people are observed to be more intelligent than physically active people. Yep, that’s a scientific fact, but please don’t quote us the next time your mother asks...

8 Top CEOs Give Their Predictions for the Wild Year Ahead

(To receive weekly emails of conversations with the world’s top CEOs and business decisionmakers, click here.) Nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, business leaders are heading into 2022...

Muslims in the West embrace the Uyghur cause

Over the past year, Muslim organizations in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and elsewhere have become outspoken advocates for Uyghur Muslims, who are experiencing genocide at the hands of the Chinese...

Where have all the truck drivers gone?

Pandemic supply chain disruptions are exacerbating a yearslong trucker shortage. The thing Mickey Weaver hears most from prospective truck drivers is that they want to be home every night. The...

My Daughters Won’t Stop Fighting About Their Weddings

Parental advice on weddings, grandparent names, and snobby teens.

Stocks Face Obstacles as Rate Increases Loom

Though investors remain hopeful, many see increased threats to the pandemic-era rally, as the central bank starts removing support for the economy.

Idaho deals with violent, 'nasty' rhetoric..

Report: Chinese regulators have not approved any new video games since July, resulting in about...

With the process for new approvals in limbo, about 140,000 small studios and video gaming-related firms in China went out of business over the past several months.

Jan. 6 committee prepares to go public as findings mount

WASHINGTON (AP) — They’ve interviewed more than 300 witnesses, collected tens of thousands of documents and traveled around the country to talk to election officials who were pressured by Donald...

Halle Berry and Van Hunt Fake Wedding, 'The Rock' and Octavia Fall for it

Halle Berry clowned everyone Saturday by making it seem she tied the knot again ... and she got over on lots of her famous friends. Halle posted pics that made it look like she and boyfriend, Van...

Turned Tables: In Presidential Polls, Brazil’s Lula Leads Judge Who Locked Him Up

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Jair Bolsonaro, and Sergio Moro, three major candidates in Brazil’s 2022 election, have a turbulent and intertwined past. The post Turned Tables: In Presidential Polls,...

Russian town swaps New Year champagne for running

Dozens took part in a holiday run on the first day of 2022 in Yaroslavl, northeast of Moscow. The goal of the event is to popularise an active and sober lifestyle.

The Ethics of Leaving Public Art in Outdoor Spaces

When you get creative with natural materials in parks, some call it art; others call it litter. The post The Ethics of Leaving Public Art in Outdoor Spaces appeared first on Outside Online.

Germany hits out at European plan to label nuclear and gas ‘green’

The controversial push highlights divergence between Germany and France on energy targets.

A Booming Startup Market Prompts an Investment Rush for Ever-Younger Companies

A Booming Startup Market Prompts an Investment Rush for Ever-Younger Companies  The Wall Street Journal

NerdWallet: Is pet health insurance worth it? Here’s what to know before you buy it

If your dog or cat gets sick or injured, an unexpected medical bill can derail your budget. Pet insurance can provide peace of mind.

A Spanish Mystery: Is a ‘Masked Restorer’ to Blame for a Church’s Botched Repair?

Yet another imprudent fix in a land plagued by vigilante handymen led to angry calls to find the culprit — and to a soul-searching question: Does Spain just have too much history in need of upkeep?

China Moves to Overhaul Protections for Women’s Rights, Sort Of

The proposed revisions to a women’s rights law would be the first major changes in nearly 20 years. But many women are skeptical that real progress will follow.

Child Tax Credit’s Extra Help Ends, Just as Covid Surges Anew

A pandemic benefit that many progressives hoped to make permanent has lapsed in a congressional standoff. Researchers say it spared many from poverty.

Why are countries cutting quarantine as Omicron cases explode?

Britain, Spain, Ireland and Greece have shortened isolation periods for infected people.

How the Red Carpet Roared Back in 2021

Of all the return-to-normal rituals, not many felt as frivolous as award season’s comeback. After a debilitating 2020, did we really need to watch rich, beautiful people dress up? The answer...

20+ Pics That Will Sow the Seeds of Tenderness in Your Soul

Scientists claim that emotions are contagious. Whether we’re in a group or with one other person, we can “catch” both positive and negative emotions. While looking at a really powerful photo...

Tin: Generate executable applications instantly

“ Tin is a product of TeamCode that can generate executable applications instantly without manual environment configuration. I used it to set up Swagger-UI in a very short time. l mean,...

Your cat could burn your house down, South Korean officials warn after 100 fires

Many cats turned on electric stoves with their furry paws, Seoul's Metropolitan Fire & Disaster Headquarters said.

Fire sweeps through South African Parliament, damaging historic buildings

“This is a very sad day for democracy for Parliament is the home of our democracy,” Public Works Minister Patricia de Lille said.

COVID forced cities to redesign their streets. Now, some of those changes are permanent

In 2020, cities adapted to COVID-19 with open streets, outdoor dining, and added bike lanes. In 2021, some of those changes became permanent—and advocates for walkable, bikeable cities can take...

Perguidex: Organized task management and daily reviews

“ I always used to procrastinate on managing everything in one place. I tried making a process in Spreadsheet but I couldn't fit everything inside Google docs and spreadsheet and merging...

Q&A With Woman Who Installed 2-Foot-Tall Address Numbers on Her House

"I found this company, Woodland Manufacturing—you tell them how big to make them. I went out and measured and thought, Well, I think I can get some really big numbers." In the early days of the...

Here are the best productivity tools and tips for hybrid teams in 2022

I was on Zoom when it was two cans and a string, y’all. Rather than try to optimize your virtual office with dozens of software widgets that are overkill, my recommendation is to focus instead on...

IDC estimates global desktop shipments rose 7% YoY in 2021 after dropping sharply in 2020, as...

Computing performance, screen size and price have proved to be the machine’s enduring benefits.

Clueless CNN Runs Raunchy Tweets During Times Square Celebration

"Ben Dover" and "Dixie Normus" piped up with tweets that scrolled along the bottom of CNN's screen New Year's Eve.

Help Me Retire: I’m 49, my wife is 34, we have 4 kids and $2.3 million saved. I earn $300K a...

Have a question about your own retirement savings? Email us at HelpMeRetire@marketwatch.com

After a record-setting 2021, 14 people have already been shot in Philadelphia in 2022

Philadelphia had a bad year for homicides in 2021 — the worst in the city's history, in fact, by a pretty significant margin. Philadelphia residents endured 562 murders in 2021, shattering the...

Richard ‘Rusty’ Citron, Movie Marketing Maven, Dies at 68

Richard “Rusty” Citron, a leading movie and television marketing executive and personal manager, died on Dec. 16 at the age of 68. The cause was Lewy body dementia. Citron’s career in show...

It’s 2022, and the Surface Duo still doesn’t have Android 11

We are officially in 2022. Know what that means? That’s right: It means Microsoft has failed at its stated goal of bringing Android 11 to the Surface Duo by the end of 2021. Attentive readers may...

AT&T and Verizon might delay 5G expansion again over FAA concerns

For the past month, AT&T and Verizon have been holding off on rolling out potentially faster C-band 5G service, due to safety concerns from the Federal Aviation Administration. Now, it looks like...

Square Enix promises ‘decentralized games’ in 2022

What would a Final Fantasy, Tomb Raider, or Deus Ex look like if it were partly powered by the blockchain, so gamers could make money from their contributions? You may get to find out: Square Enix...

Official: Nearly 1K homes destroyed in Colorado wildfire

A Colorado official says nearly 1,000 homes were destroyed, hundreds more were damaged, and that three people are missing after a wildfire charred numerous neighborhoods in a suburban area at the...

Benton Harbor, Michigan, volunteers step up to deliver bottled water amid crisis

Like Flint before it, Benton Harbor, Michigan, is in the midst of a water crisis. The water flowing through the city's pipes and into homes is not safe to consume because of the risk of lead...

Incoming NYC mayor Eric Adams promises to avoid shutting the city down again: 'We will not be...

In his inaugural address Saturday, New York City's new mayor Eric Adams promised to avoid the reactionary bumbling responses to the COVID-19 pandemic that were characteristic of his predecessor,...

Anthony Edwards ‘Had To Beat Somebody By 30, 40 Points’ In ‘Madden’ After John Madden Died

Anthony Edwards paid his respects to John Madden the only way he knew how: firing up 'Madden' and demolishing someone.

21 People Stuck Overnight In Aerial Tram Over Mountain In New Mexico

Helicopters were needed to rescue those trapped on the Sandia Peak Tramway after icy conditions jammed two tram cars.

Winnie the Pooh,’ Hemingway’s ‘The Sun Also Rises’ and 400,000 Sound Recordings Enter the Public Domain

Novels by Agatha Christie, William Faulkner and all pre-1923 sound recordings

Winnie the Pooh is now officially public domain

Happy Public Domain Day! After a drought of some 20 years in which no works of art became publicly available to the American people, this year's newly available content includes Winnie the Pooh,...

Top Ten People In Media Who Got Canceled Or Fired In 2021

This past year saw many familiar faces across news, sports and culture scorned, fired or otherwise ostracized from polite society. From sexual harassment allegations, to breaches in journalistic...

United States extends ISS operations through 2030

The United States is extending its operations aboard the International Space Station through 2030, NASA confirmed Friday in a blog post. “The International Space Station is a beacon of peaceful...

Learn about how decomposing bodies are used to solve cold case murders

Decomposing Bodies to Solve Cold Case Murders is a Vice video which shows how forensic scientists study decomposing bodies to gain insights that can be applied to murder investigations. This video...

What's Launching to the Moon in 2022

Debut rocket launches and robotic lunar missions will make the New Year a crucial prelude to putting astronauts back on the moon.

Buttigieg Asks AT&T and Verizon to Delay 5G Over Aviation Concerns

Without action, airlines could be forced into “widespread and unacceptable disruption,” Buttigieg said in a letter Friday

Genetic Therapies for Brain Diseases

Evie Lewis with her parents, Elliot and Janell. Evie receives a dose of a genetic therapy every few months to treat spinal muscular atrophy.

Use These Free Printable Spice Jar Labels to Keep Your Kitchen Organized

The start of a new calendar year has long been viewed as a chance to get a fresh start—including in the kitchen. For nearly two years now, the COVID-19 pandemic has been responsible for millions...

Daniel Craig Awarded Same Title as James Bond for Queen’s New Year Honours

Spice Girls' Mel B and Bernie Taupin also among 2022 honorees on annual list

A Nation On Hold Wants To Speak With A Manager

In our anger-filled age, when people need to shop or travel or cope with mild disappointment they're "devolving into children."

7 Engagement Ring Trends That Will Be Big In 2022, According to Experts

Pairing the notion of a fashion trend with something as long-lasting as an engagement ring can seem counterintuitive — the latter is equated with timelessness while the former is usually thought...

20 Outfits To Start Your 2022 Off Right

Ever stand in front of your jam-packed closet, staring at more than enough clothing options, and think: I have nothing to wear? Same. But perhaps the issue isn’t that you’re out of viable outfit...

Read Our Best Stories of 2021

Extremism. Drugs. Immigration. Abortion. We covered it all during this wild year.

How Shalane Flanagan Ran Six Fast Marathons in Seven Weeks

The Olympic medalist turned coach didn’t have time to fully prepare and almost burned out mid-quest. Here’s how she adapted and finished strong. The post How Shalane Flanagan Ran Six Fast...

Hey Celebrities, You Can’t Sell NFTs and Say You’re Helping the Planet

This story was originally published by Slate and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. However you feel about it, there’s no doubt that 2021 was crypto’s year, and not just...

Vaccine Passports Are Here to Stay. Why Worry?

The key to reanimating public life may also be the linchpin of a global surveillance network. The post Vaccine Passports Are Here to Stay. Why Worry? appeared first on The Intercept.

Sleuthing for Al Hirschfeld in the Caricaturist’s First Biography

It’s the national pastime that became a national insanity, an obsession shared by millions of people poring over Al Hirschfeld’s caricatures on a scavenger hunt: the Nina challenge. Could you spot...

A Business Owned By An FBI Agent In The Michigan Kidnapping Case Should Be Fair Game At Trial,...

They say agent Jayson Chambers business, Exeintel,created a potential “conflict of interest” in the investigation of their clients, who are accused of plotting to kidnap the state’s governor.

The World Remembers Beloved Entertainment Icon Betty White

"In a world so divided, one of the last things we could all agree on was Betty White."

The 100 Most Popular Baby Names From 100 Years Ago

Many are what we’d now consider “old lady names” and “old man names,” but 1922’s newborns weren’t all christened Mildred or Eugene.

Here's A Look Back At Golden Girl Betty White's Iconic Career

White died Friday at the age of 99. While most known for her role on The Golden Girls, her career went on for decades after.

How to Look Ahead With Hope for Our Planet in 2022 and Beyond

How to Look Ahead With Hope for Our Planet in 2022 and Beyond  Smithsonian

House of Romeo in Verona, Italy

Romeo and Juliet is one of the most famous tragedies in literary history and is set in the city of Verona, Italy. While the story is just a play written by William Shakespeare, the tourism it...

Garbh Allt Falls Bridge in Ballater, Scotland

Deep inside Queen Elizabeth's Balmoral Estate is a beautiful iron bridge arching over the Falls of Garbh Allt. From the rough forest road, there is an easy footpath that leads to the bridge, but...

London Just Broke Its Record for Teenage Homicide

Two teenagers were killed in London yesterday, bringing the total of teenage homicides this year to 30.

Homeowner Trying To Smoke Out Snakes Accidentally Burns Down House

A Maryland homeowner trying to get rid of a snake infestation accidentally burned their house to the ground, causing about $1 million in damages, with officials stating that the well-being of the...

Man Realizes ‘The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’ Actually Pretty Creepy After Rewatching It As Adult

LEBANON, NH—Saying he was stunned by the film’s macabre subject matter, area man Tyler Duchesne told reporters Friday that he had never realized The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is actually pretty...

The Best End-of-Year Sales to Shop Now at Amazon, Caraway, Solo Stove, and More

The new year is almost here, but you can still save a ton thanks to these end-of-year sales happening at Amazon, Caraway, Nordstrom, Our Place, and other top retailers.

Debuts in active ETFs surge as US investors’ appetite grows

More than half of the exchange traded funds launched this year are actively managed

Year in a word: NFT

Eye-popping sums for digital art raised questions about the nature of ownership

Ring in the New Year with Streaming Programs Inspired by the Smithsonian's World of Knowledge

Ring in the New Year with Streaming Programs Inspired by the Smithsonian's World of Knowledge  Smithsonian

How to Make a Better Fitness Resolution Than “Get Abs”

Focusing on perfection—extreme weight loss? a six pack?—might be stopping you from even starting to do something good for your body.

Virtual-property prices are going through the roof

Investors are paying hard currency for software real estate

Sports In 2021 Were Mostly Back To Normal … Except Who Won

When we looked back last December at the state of the sports world in 2020, we could only marvel at a bizarre juxtaposition: While the COVID-19 pandemic created the strangest year of sports in...

Our Guide To The College Football Playoff Semifinals

For just the second time in seven seasons, the College Football Playoff includes three teams that didn’t qualify the previous season. Given that four programs at the Football Bowl Subdivision...

Why big law will keep getting bigger in the 2020s

Record profits—and a management revolution

The Fallen Mercenaries in Russia’s Dark Army

Former Ukrainian intelligence officers spent seven years compiling a database of Russia’s notorious mercenaries.

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