Keeping up with America

There’s a gap between AI talk and businesses actually using it: Major companies can’t stop talking about artificial intelligence tools, but few businesses report using them.

Suspect arrested in 4 Los Angeles area homicides that took place in 4 days: The victims included three homeless men, police said.

Alaska Air to buy Hawaiian Airlines in a $1.9 billion deal that may attract regulator scrutiny: Alaska Airlines said Sunday it agreed to buy Hawaiian Airlines in a $1.9 billion deal, including debt, putting it on track for a potential clash with a Biden administration that has shown wariness about higher fares in the industry.

5 tech mistakes that can leave you vulnerable to hackers: You might think you have a solid cybersecurity plan.

The fire that still burns: the mental health crisis unfolding among Maui’s children.

Around the World

Hong Kong – Protest leader Agnes Chow jumps bail: Hong Kong pro-democracy activist, Agnes Chow has announced that she would jump police bail after being given permission to travel to Canada for further studies.

Ukrainian officials on Sunday launched an investigation into allegations that Russian forces killed surrendering Ukrainian soldiers — a war crime if confirmed — after grainy footage on social media appeared to show two uniformed men being shot at close range after emerging from a dugout.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Business Ideas That Could Earn $1 Million: Finding the right business idea can be the key to making a lot of money.

5 AI-powered tech gifts that are actually fun — and productive

3 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy With $1,000 and Hold for 10 Years: Investors will likely remember 2023 as the year artificial intelligence (AI) hit its stride.

Richer, Wiser, Happier

Personal finance: Gifting money within families leaves a lasting legacy

My 4 Personal Paycheck Rules That Have Worked for Clients | Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy, Go Banking Rates. Getting a regular paycheck is reassuring. But to make the most out of your earned money, your job doesn’t stop here. Indeed, while it may be easy to forget about it once it’s deposited, there are some rules financial experts say can help you grow these earnings and enable you a more comfortable lifestyle.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Blue Jays and Padres Juan Soto Trade Talks ‘Intensifying’, says MLB Insider | Chiefs vs. Packers odds, line, spread: Sunday Night Football picks, predictions by NFL model on 175-126 run

Classic Christmas movies worth revisiting this festive season | The 20 best young actors working in Hollywood

Kate Winslet Says She and Leonardo DiCaprio “Clicked Immediately” on ‘Titanic’ | Is it real or are you being ‘delulu’? Here is what the slang means.

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Life Hacks For Reading More Books And Faster

20 Experts’ Smart, But Simple, Tech Tips For Everyday Users

How to make the most of your backyard in winter – 4 ways to bring life to your space despite the cold

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