Keeping up with America

A U.S. federal judge ruled on Monday that a list of Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged victims and associates — some of whom have been accused of being involved in the disgraced financier’s exploitation and abuse of underage girls— must be unsealed and made public.

Cinnamon in contaminated applesauce pouches had ‘extremely high levels of lead,’ FDA says: One cinnamon sample tested by the FDA contained more than 2,000 times the proposed international limit.

Just days before the Christmas holiday, people across the northeastern U.S. were mopping up Tuesday after a major storm dumped torrential rains and brought damaging winds from Pennsylvania to Maine, as some rivers in the region rose even higher.

IRS to offer relief on some penalties to nearly 5 million taxpayers: Taxpayers could save an average of slightly more than $200 on each return, thanks to the waiving of a key penalty.

US announces naval coalition to defend Red Sea shipping from Houthi attacks: Egypt and Saudi Arabia notably absent from Operation Prosperity Guardian as more shipping companies forgo route

Around the World

North Korea and Russia clashed with the United States, South Korea and their allies at an emergency U.N. Security Council meeting Tuesday on Pyongyang’s latest intercontinental ballistic missile launch, which it called “a warning counter-measure” to threats from the U.S. and other hostile forces.

Iceland volcano – Pollution warning for capital after eruption: Gas pollution could hit Iceland’s capital after a volcano began erupting late on Monday, the country’s meteorological office has said.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Artificial intelligence can find your location in photos, worrying privacy experts: A student project has revealed yet another power of artificial intelligence — it can be extremely good at geolocating where photos are taken.

Essential Tools Every Entrepreneur Needs to Succeed in 2024: Boost your business in the upcoming year with these valuable tools.

Meet the tech company now operating out of Sacramento’s second-tallest building: A new high-tech company is changing the landscape of downtown Sacramento.

Richer, Wiser, Happier

8 Kitchen Tools That Save Me Money Each Month: A coffee maker is a no-brainer to save money over Starbucks, but there are other kitchen helpers designed to trim your monthly food and drink bill.

The CFO Agenda: Strategies and Ideas to Prepare You to Make the Best Decisions in 2024 | Entrepreneur. There’s one trend that is definitely continuing in 2024—the growing importance of the role of the CFO. Chief Financial Officers in organizations of all types will continue to have more responsibility than ever before, having to balance traditional accounting and financial planning/analysis tasks with more cross-functional strategies and responsibilities.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

NFL Power Rankings Week 16: Remember, no team pursued franchise-tagged Lamar Jackson | Rumor: NBA Executives Are Reportedly Expecting a Thunder Trade

Hollywood films to look forward to in 2024, from Deadpool 3 to Dune: Part Two | This Is Our Definitive Ranking Of The 20 Best Christmas Films Ever

‘Percy Jackson’ Premiere Moves Up on Disney+, Hulu | Here’s the move that Aquaman star Jason Momoa unleashed on daytime TV

 Life Hacks to Hack Your Life

5 gift card tricks targeting you this holiday season

25 cooking hacks you won’t believe you didn’t already know

10 Patio Ideas To Transform Your Outdoor Living Space | Ideal Home

Lifestyle tips to live longer: eat Mediterranean diet, weight-lift