Keeping Up With America
Trump chooses Kari Lake as director for Voice of America: President-elect Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he has tapped Kari Lake as director of the government-funded Voice of America, the nation’s largest international broadcaster.
On Reddit account linked to Luigi Mangione, posts describe back pain and spinal surgery: The archived posts include comments on a subreddit focused on spondylolisthesis, a condition in which a bone in the spine slips out of alignment.
FBI Director Christopher Wray says he’ll resign as Donald Trump takes office: President-elect Donald Trump has been deeply critical of Wray, a Republican whom Trump nominated after he fired the last FBI director. Trump plans to replace Wray with Kash Patel.
Malibu fire rages as improving weather brings hope for thousands who fled: Crews struggled to contain a wind-driven blaze that forced more than 10,000 to evacuate the canyons of Malibu, California, on Wednesday, even as forecasters said improving weather significantly diminished high fire danger.
Trump plans to scrap policy restricting ICE arrests at churches, schools and hospitals: The long-standing policy has prevented ICE agents from arresting immigrants at so-called sensitive locations except under certain circumstances.
Around the World
Dengue fever deaths surge in Caribbean and Americas due to climate crisis: Warmer weather brought on by climate crisis enables mosquitoes that carry virus to expand their reach
Humpback whale makes one of the longest migrations ever recorded, scientists say: A male humpback whale made one of the longest and most unusual migrations on record for the species, an anomaly scientists say might be linked to climate change.
Lets Talk Business and Tech
Google reveals the ‘next generation’ of its Gemini AI and promises huge advancements
Why Business Owners Should Streamline Their Operations Now for Success in 2025
iPhone update brings generative AI features that let you create pictures of friends
Richer, Wiser, Happier
HELOC dos and don’ts to know for 2025: Home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) have traditionally been a smart way for homeowners to access a large amount of money for a low cost. This product has been particularly advantageous in recent years, with rates on credit cards and personal loans both hitting the double-digit range. Credit cards, in particular, now come with a staggering average interest rate of just under 24%. HELOCs, in comparison, are averaging around 8.55% now — nearly three times cheaper than credit cards.
Want a Better Credit Score in 2025? 5 Moves to Make | Ashley Maready, Fool. A great credit score is one of the best gifts you can give yourself. You won’t have to worry whether you’re likely to be approved for a new credit card, auto loan, or even to finance a living room couch.
What is rent-to-own, and can it help me buy a home?: For anyone who feels like they’re wasting money on rent, a rent-to-own (RTO) agreement can seem like a good alternative. RTO deals are often attractive for people who want to buy homes but aren’t mortgage-ready yet because of bad credit, limited savings, or other reasons.
Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans
Hawks rally past Knicks to keep surprise NBA Cup run going | Bengals’ Joe Burrow laments violations of privacy after home break-in
Menendez Case: New D.A. Replaces Deputies Who Sought Resentencing | Jim Carrey Wants to Play the Grinch Again but Only via Motion Capture; the Makeup Transformation Was ‘Extremely Excruciating’: I Could ‘Hardly Breathe’
When does ‘No Good Deed’ come out? How to watch Ray Romano, Lisa Kudrow’s new dark comedy | Jay-Z’s Relationship With the NFL Is ‘Not Changing’ Amid Rape Allegation, Commissioner Says
Life Hacks to Hack Your Life
What’s the Difference Between Diet Soda and Zero-Sugar Soda?
doctor: never eat this veggie (causes weight gain)
You Just Found Out You Have Psoriasis—These are the 6 Diet & Lifestyle Changes Dermatologists Say to Make First
The Christmas Decorations You Can (and Should) Cheap Out On
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