Keeping up with America

Major winter storm expected to hit East Coast and could bring the first heavy snow to cities in years: While most of the snow is expected to fall west of the I-95 corridor this weekend, cities such as New York and Philadelphia could still snap long-standing, record-setting snow droughts.

FBI ‘aware’ of hoax bomb threats sent to state capitols around the country: Several states got the hoax bomb threat on Wednesday.

It took decades, but San Francisco finally installs nets to stop suicides off Golden Gate Bridge: Kevin Hines regretted jumping off San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge the moment his hands released the rail and he plunged the equivalent of 25 stories into the Pacific Ocean, breaking his back.

Chief executive of collapsed crypto fund HyperVerse does not appear to exist Exclusive: Steven Reece Lewis was introduced to investors with an impressive list of qualifications and achievements, but no organisation cited can find any record of him

Florida woman sues Hershey over Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins packaging not being ‘cute’: A Florida woman upset that Reese’s holiday-themed chocolates did not feature the same cute designs she claims was shown on its packaging is suing manufacturer Hershey’s for false advertisement.

Around the World

Japan Airlines – Coastguard plane not cleared for take-off, transcripts show: A coastguard aircraft involved in a fatal collision at Tokyo’s Haneda airport was not cleared for take-off, Japanese authorities have said.

As a missile hits a Kyiv apartment building, survivors lose a lifetime’s possessions in seconds: With trembling hands and labored breath, Serhii Slobodiannyk meticulously searched his fire-damaged apartment, seeking to salvage any of his family’s treasured belongings following a Russian missile attack on Kyiv.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

AI is here – and everywhere: 3 AI researchers look to the challenges ahead in 2024: 2023 was an inflection point in the evolution of artificial intelligence and its role in society

Five smart, simple tech changes to make 2024 better

The Importance of Digital Marketing for Business Markets: We agree that marketing has always been about connecting with customers and utilizing tools at the right time and place.

Richer, Wiser, Happier

How to be better with your money — one month at a time: From building a budget to investing, this calendar can help you build a healthier relationship with money in 12 steps.

These Are the 4 Best Money Moves for January 2024 | Sheiresa McRae Ngo, GoBankingRates. This January, make it a resolution to adjust your budget and check in with your retirement savings ahead of significant changes coming in 2024. It’s also the perfect time to work out a repayment strategy for any debt you’re carrying from last year. Here’s your January game plan.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Who hit the most irrelevant home run of the 2023 MLB season? | Browns QB Joe Flacco Had Such a Sobering Take on His Career Amid Comeback Player Award Buzz

How Television Has Surpassed Film in Modern Entertainment | Universal Studios surpasses Disney, becomes most successful film studio of 2023

Host Jo Koy’s Been Charged with a “Celebratory” Golden Globes — That Doesn’t Mean He Can’t Roast | Jeffrey Epstein list: Our fact checks on the accused sex trafficker

 Life Hacks to Hack Your Life

5 Tips for Safely Walking Your Dog In Cold Weather

How To Bypass Contacts From DND Mode On iPhone

7 easy tips if you want to start journaling as a beginner

Amazon Books’ Editorial Director shares top recommendations to start the new year