Keeping up with America

7 of the biggest medical breakthroughs in 2023: There were major breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s and sickle cell treatment.

Consumer confidence at highest level in months, survey finds: As we close out 2023, a survey found that consumer confidence is at the highest level in months.

Federal agency orders recall of hazardous magnetic-ball kits sold at Walmart: A federal agency on Friday recalled toys sold at Walmart containing powerful magnetic balls that could pose a hazard to children if swallowed.

Biden administration again bypasses Congress for weapons sale to Israel: Antony Blinken tells Congress he made second emergency determination covering $147.5m sale for equipment

Michigan woman waits 3 days to tell husband about big lottery win: ‘I was trying to process.’

Around the World

Northern Ethiopia facing famine, says official: Ethiopia’s war-scarred Tigray region is “on the verge of a humanitarian catastrophe” comparable to the famine in 1984-85 that prompted the global fundraising music event Live Aid, a regional leader has said.

Russia launched 122 missiles and dozens of drones against Ukrainian targets, officials said Friday, killing at least 30 civilians across the country in what an air force official called the biggest aerial barrage of the war.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

9 ways AI can unlock your creativity in life and business: AI can unlock greater creativity, inspiring new ideas that transcend traditional thinking.

30 Most Profitable Agricultural Business Ideas for Young Entrepreneurs

New Technology Promises More Efficient Solar Cells And Faster Miniaturization Of Electronics: Miniature solar cells are up to three times more efficient than conventional solar cells but ma manufacturing them will be a challenge.

Richer, Wiser, Happier

New Year’s financial resolutions advice from the experts: Unlock unclaimed assets, get retirement ready, and treat your finance goals like fitness.

How to Improve Credit Fast | Amanda Barroso, NerdWallet. There may be ways to build your credit fast if your score is lower than you’d like. Depending on what’s holding it down, you may be able to tack on as many as 100 points relatively quickly. Scores in the “fair” and “bad” areas of the credit score ranges could see dramatic results.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

NBA Rumors: Milwaukee Bucks Urged To Trade For Golden State Warriors All-Star | Twins’ Walker Jenkins predicted to be best prospect in baseball

Devil Twitter review: Nandamuri Kalyanram’s film receives mixed response | Competing Film Studios Are Taking Advantage Of Disney Failures

Zac Brown and wife Kelly Yazdi separate after less than 1 year of marriage | How ‘All of Us Strangers’ Cinematographer Created a Sense of “Organic Nostalgia” With His Camera

 Life Hacks to Hack Your Life

How to Protect Pets From Fireworks Stress

10 Simple Gardening Hacks to Transform Your Outdoor Space

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