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Meet the billionaire pushing taxpayer-funded school vouchers
How one of the richest people on the planet presses his pet issue: school choice
The short bursts of activity that could help you live longer
From running up stairs, to rigorous gardening: these everyday activities could boost your health and help you live longer.
SJC weighs whether Pittsfield board could act on cell tower health complaints under federal limits
The case arises from years of complaints by residents who report experiencing headaches, dizziness, nausea, insomnia, skin rashes, palpitations and tinnitus since the tower began operating in 2020.
Health insurers appeal to Republicans
The leading health insurance trade group is trying out new messaging in its push to get Republicans on board with extending the enhanced Obamacare subsidies that are set to expire at year’s end.
Health Savings Accounts, Backed by GOP, Cover Fancy Saunas but Not Insurance Premiums
Health savings accounts can be used to cover medical expenses, tax-free. But while wealthier Americans are using them to pay for gym equipment, cedar ice baths, and hemlock saunas, poorer Americans can’t use them to pay their skyrocketing health insurance premiums.
New Samsung One UI 8.5 leak hints at a bigger redesign than we first thought
In addition to broader UI redesign, Samsung's upcoming One UI 8.5 update could also bring a redesign for several system apps.
Social Security is changing in 2026. Here's what retirees need to know.
Social Security rules have some changes in store for 2026, such as tax rules and cost-of-living adjustments. Here's what retirees need to know.
Roberts and Kagan prepare for another showdown on executive power
Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Elena Kagan are well matched, rhetorically forceful opposites. And they have been clashing for more than a decade over an increasingly relevant question of presidential power: How easy should it be for the president to fire the heads of independent agencies?
Over a third of animals lost in test deep sea mining
The findings contribute to a controversial debate that pits green technology against the environment.
US appeals court rejects Trump administration bid to halt grants for school mental health workers
A federal appeals court has rejected the Trump administration's bid to halt an order requiring it to release millions of dollars in grants meant to address the shortage of mental health workers in schools
New Orleans faces Brooklyn on 5-game road skid
New Orleans Pelicans (3-20, 15th in the Western Conference) vs. Brooklyn Nets (5-17, 13th in the Eastern Conference) New York; Saturday, 5 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: New Orleans visits Brooklyn looking to stop its five-game road skid. The Nets are 1-10 on their home court.
Why LinkedIn is scrapping its associate product manager program
LinkedIn is ending its associate product manager program. Now, it will train new hires to code, design, and ship products as "full-stack builders."
US appeals court rejects Trump administration bid to halt grants for school mental health workers
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal appeals court on Thursday rejected the Trump administration's bid to halt an order requiring it to release millions of dollars in grants meant to address the shortage of mental health workers in schools.
'I just gambled our entire savings away': Young adults in Mass. are hooked on online sports betting
Addiction specialists, treatment programs and 12-step recovery groups tell WBUR they’re seeing a rise in young adults — ranging from their late 20s to early 30s — seeking help for serious gambling problems tied to sports betting apps.
Margot Robbie addresses audience concerns about 'Wuthering Heights' casting: 'Trust me, you’ll be happy'
Margot Robbie wants audiences to know she hears their concerns about her and Jacob Elordi's casting in the upcoming adaptation of Emily Brontë's gothic romance, 'Wuthering Heights': "I get it."
Houston logs six 2025 All-Big 12 selections
Tanner Koziol and Amare Thomas lead the way as First Team All-Big 12 selections.
Shops empty in a Hispanic neighborhood as immigration crackdown comes to Louisiana
Federal border agents have descended on a Hispanic enclave just outside New Orleans and local business owners are suffering
Family feud sparks succession battle at Polish tycoon’s business empire
Bitter clash among the family of Zygmunt Solorz has spilled into international courts
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.
COLLEGE and computer science among most enrolled 2025 fall course
The most enrolled courses largely consist of computer science offerings, along with other STEM classes and core requirements.
To watch or not to watch the big game
Show some grace to those who can’t stomach two or three hours of tension — there’s some good research backing up their hesitance.
Nominations Open for 2026 Michigan Hometown Health Hero Awards
The Michigan Public Health Week Partnership, a coalition of 13 statewide organizations that include the MHA, is seeking nominations by Friday, Dec. 19, for individuals and organizations that have contributed to improving the health and well-being of their communities.
Warriors epic comeback vs. Sixers falls short in heartbreaking fashion
Despite erasing a 24 point deficit, the Warriors' thrilling comeback in Philadelphia came up short in heartbreaking fashion.
Google and Replit expand partnership in push to bring vibe coding to more companies
Google Cloud and Replit expanded their partnership to bring enterprise-grade vibe coding to companies.
Rockets' paint-first offense looks to keep rolling against Suns
The Rockets' rousing offensive start to the season relies on an unorthodox approach, at least in terms of the present-day NBA.
Top UK scientist says research visa restrictions endanger economy
Prof Sir Paul Nurse says the UK is "shooting itself in the foot" with its visa system for researchers.
Broncos-Raiders Preview
LAS VEGAS (AP) It's certainly not pretty the way the Broncos are playing, and their 10-2 record has led many around the NFL to wonder if this team is for real.
Penny Wong on Trump, Putin and reshaping foreign policy
The foreign affairs minister speaks to Tom McIlroy about Labor’s announcement of new military support for Ukraine and reflects on a tumultuous year in international affairs
Sports aren't giving kids a chance with their unceasing and...
How can kids be no different when those who should know better conspire to help make them creeps?
Meta Poached Apple’s Top Design Guys to Fix Its Software UI
Meta wants to make its AI hardware slicker and more fashion-forward. It also needs to make its software more usable. The way to do all that appears to be hiring design maestros away from Apple.
2 mpox cases confirmed in Worcester as Mass. health officials warn of 'concerning' uptick
As of Dec. 1, there have been 51 confirmed mpox cases in Massachusetts this year, with 37 of those cases occurring between Aug. 1 and Dec. 1.
Grotmas Calendar Day 5 – Veteran Detachments for the Astra Militarum
The first new Detachment from the calendar.
Little separates resurgent Magic, visiting Heat
In-state counterparts meet for the first of two games in five days when the Miami Heat visit the Orlando Magic on Friday.
Full-length Replay: First Things First: OT
Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, Kevin Wildes and OT anchor Danny Parkins offer their opinions on the day’s biggest sports stories.
Nuggets take potent offense on the road vs. depleted Hawks
On the heels of Jamal Murray's offensive explosion, the visiting Denver Nuggets will look to extend their recent dominance over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday.
Discord launches ‘Checkpoint 2025’: A full-year recap feature for users; here’s how to see your Discord wrapped
Discord Checkpoint 2025: Discord has released its first yearly activity summary, Discord Checkpoint 2025. Users can now see their message counts, voice channel hours, top emojis, most active servers, and frequent DM friends. Exclusive avatar decorations are also available. The feature is rolling out gradually and requires the latest app version.
Florida House Kicks Off Redistricting Effort
The meeting Thursday was the first of the Florida House's Select Committee on Redistricting.
Science is a family affair for this ASU grad
Phoenix native Christina Flynn was taking one of her master’s degree final exams when she went into labor with her son — a child who would ultimately help shape her academic journey. She managed to complete the exam before heading to the hospital, a moment that perfectly reflects an academic journey shaped by personal experiences and unwavering determination.
Seahawks-Falcons Preview
ATLANTA (AP) Talk about two teams heading in opposite directions.
Usher and Big Sean invest $1M in entertainment production facility for Detroit youth
Usher and Big Sean have come together to invest in an entertainment production facility that will benefit Detroit youth. They've invested $1 million in the Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator, which will offer a virtual production studio, a creators lounge, and mentorship and seed funding to people ages 14 to 24.
WATCH: Rubio and Kenyan President Ruto speak after signing 'America First' global health deal
The Trump administration has signed the first in what are expected to be dozens of “America First” global health funding agreements that will prioritize combating infectious diseases in countries deemed to be aligned with the president’s broader foreign policy goals and positions.
Czech billionaire Babiš will become PM after disposing of agri-business conflict
President Petr Pavel applauds the anti-establishment tycoon for resolving an issue with the Agrofert holding that had overshadowed the election aftermath.
Miami Freedom Park Announces First 125,000 Square Feet of Retail for Entertainment District at the Heart of Transformative New Development
Miami Freedom Park, the under-construction 131-acre hub for world-class sports, entertainment and recreation in the heart of Miami, and home of Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami CF, announced an initial group of experiential businesses coming to its Entertainment District, marking a major milestone of the project’s first phase. The walkable
CT small business owners turn to TikTok
At CBIA event, business owners joined local and state officials to talk about how TikTok is transforming business activity.
Minimum wage set to increase starting in new year: Local business owner's weigh impact
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Minimum wage is set to increase at the start of the new year, raising questions for local employers. RELATED: Minimum wage set to increase across NY State starting in New YearWorkers will see a 50-cent increase in their paychecks after the new year, translating to just over an extra $1,000 annually. For […]
SmartMarket Solutions Awarded FBA's 2025 Business Opportunity of the Year
SmartMarket Solutions is proud to announce that the company has been awarded 1st Place for Business Opportunity of the Year at the 2025 Franchise Brokers Association (FBA) Award Ceremony. This recognition is especially significant as 2025 marks the company's inaugural year in the FBA inventory.
MUFG Seeks to Extend Morgan Stanley Ties to Asset Management Business
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. plans to team up with Morgan Stanley in asset management, deepening their 17-year partnership.
A Ferrari and over 480 takeout orders: FBI details spending spree of Netflix director in $11 million fraud case
Netflix earmarked $11 million to finish a futuristic sci-fi show. Prosecutors say director Carl Rinsch used it for cars and a lot of Uber Eats.
Republican Rep. Darrell Issa to stay in California after flirting with US House run in Texas
Republican Rep. Darrell Issa is staying in California
2026 FIFA World Cup draw storylines: USMNT's path, Yamal's first crack and more
The Americans will hope to avoid the Group of Death and receive a clear path to the knockout stages
Klein hiring announcement coming Friday, public appearance Saturday
Collin Klein will be introduced as the new K-State football coach Friday, and the plan is to have him appear Saturday afternoon at the men’s basketball game at Bramlage Coliseum.
The GOP Still Can’t Agree on a Health Plan
Senate Democrats were promised a vote by mid-December on extending enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies, but Republicans still can’t decide whether they want to put forward their own alternative or what that might include. Meanwhile, the CDC and FDA are roiled by debates over vaccines. Alice Miranda Ollstein of Politico, Joanne Kenen of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Politico Magazine, and Paige Winfield Cunningham of The Washington Post join KFF Health News’ Julie Rovner to discuss those stories and more. Also, Rovner interviews KFF Health News’ Aneri Pattani about her project tracking opioid settlement payments.
Usher & Big Sean Team Up to Invest $1 Million in Entertainment Production Facility for Detroit Youth
The Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator will be housed in the Michigan Central Boys & Girls Club.
UW Board of Regents approves UW–Madison proposal to create College of Computing and Artificial Intelligence
The new college will build upon the university’s strengths in computer, data, library and information sciences and statistics.
How to get your 2025 Discord Checkpoint recap
Discord has begun rolling out its first-ever recap feature for 2025, taking notes from the likes of Spotify and YouTube.
Wells Fargo Adds Key Front-End Traders to Grow Markets Business
Wells Fargo & Co. hired two short-duration traders from Deutsche Bank AG, part of efforts to expand its markets business after the Federal Reserve lifted an asset cap on the bank earlier this year, according to people familiar with the matter.
After 30 years, Microsoft is redesigning the Run dialog box on Windows 11 — now with an updated modern UI for the first time
After 30 years, the Run dialog box (Win+R) is being updated with a modern interface that matches the rest of Windows 11. Here's a first look!
Firefighter injured in fire at Boyle Heights business
Firefighters protected nearby buildings from a fire at a Boyle Heights business. Video broadcast Thursday Dec. 4, 2025 on the NBC4 News at 11 a.m.
To counter climate denial, UN scientists must be 'clear' about human role: IPCC chief
With US President Donald Trump and other sceptics calling climate change a hoax, the UN's climate science body must tell the world in a "very clear way" that humans are heating the planet, its chairman told AFP. Jim Skea, a Scottish professor, chairs the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), which held a five-day meeting in a skyscraper outside Paris this week to begin drafting the next major UN climate assessment.I mean, we concluded in our last report, very simple conclusion: It is
A US aircraft carrier's hard turn to avoid enemy fire surprised sailors and sent a jet with bad brakes into the sea
The $60 million F/A-18 and a tow tractor slid off the USS Harry S. Truman while it evaded a Houthi missile attack, new documents show.
How disappointing loss to Dallas represents harsh reality for Heat
After the Heat lost to the Mavericks in disappointing fashion, Erik Spoelstra speaks on the missed opportunity of their performance
A Navy warship mistook US fighter jets for enemy missiles and opened fire. The targeted pilot saw his life flash before his eyes.
New documents reveal how the USS Gettysburg shot down an F/A-18 and nearly hit a second one above the Red Sea last year.
WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. (WBTN): A Bull Case Theory
We came across a bullish thesis on WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. on Mispriced Assets’s Substack by Nick Nemeth. In this article, we will summarize the bulls’ thesis on WBTN. WEBTOON Entertainment Inc.’s share was trading at $13.91as of December 2nd. Webtoon Entertainment (Nasdaq: WBTN) has rapidly emerged as a global leader in digital comics, operating a mobile-first platform that allows creators—ranging from amateurs […]
Public Trust in Government: 1958-2025
While trust in government has been low for decades, the current measure is one of the lowest in the nearly seven decades since the question was first asked by the National Election Study, and it is lower than it was last year (22%).
Dr. Azfar Malik Announces National Grant Advancing the Future of Mental Health–Focused Healthcare
Dr. Azfar Malik Grant Dr. Azfar Malik Grant for Aspiring Healthcare Professionals ST. LOUIS, Dec. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Dr. Azfar Malik Grant for Aspiring Healthcare Professionals is officially accepting applications for the 2025–2026 academic cycle, offering undergraduate students across the United States a meaningful opportunity to further their commitment to careers in healthcare. Created by Dr. Azfar Malik, a respected leader in psychiatry and mental health innovation, the grant r
Winsights.Life Aims to Bridge the Gap Between Patients’ Narratives and Science
Debuting in January, the platform aims to transform narrative experiences into insightful, firsthand data for research and patient education.
British Digital Studio Wall Of Entertainment Signs With WME After Opening L.A. Arm
EXCLUSIVE: Wall Of Entertainment, the UK-based digital studio, social agency and talent management firm, is stepping up its ambitions in the U.S. The company, which was founded by Percelle Ascot and Joivan Wade, has signed with WME for representation after opening its first L.A. office. WME will work with the firm across digital, brand partnerships …
From Confusion to Clarity: How Data-Driven Edge of Emerald Built Environments Helps Businesses Do Sustainability Right
Sustainability is not a checklist; it’s a transformation. And this is the very space Emerald Built Environments has claimed with certainty since its founding in 2008.
UVA chief mental health officer: Easy ways to stay healthy, succeed during exams
Eating well and making a study plan are part of the prescription.
Endgame Entertainment Producing ‘Digital Dunkirk’ Doc From Director David Check, Also Developing Narrative Feature Adaptation
'Digital Dunkirk,' a doc from Endgame Entertainment, which is also developing a narrative adaptation, is in the works.
Do Americans support Trump’s boat strikes? It’s complicated.
If nothing else, the controversy over the Trump administration’s second strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean has surfaced a long-overdue debate about its already legally dubious first strikes.
Milwaukee Academy of Science reloads with new core after first state championship
In the first of a series of check-ins with Milwaukee area reigning boys basketball state champions, we visit the new-look MAS Novas.
Second padel recreational sports complex planned in Milwaukee
Epic Padel, an Arlington, Virginia-based indoor sports complex operator, is planning its first Wisconsin location in a new industrial building on
NCAA-backed effort to reshape college sport regulations has hit a wall in Congress
House Republicans plans to vote on a bill regulating college sports has been scrapped due to divisions within their caucus
Weekend Entertainment | ‘Brier Hill’ Film Hits the Mark
It has been a long time since a locally made movie attracted audiences as powerfully as “Brier Hill,” directed by Jimmy Taaffe of Struthers.
Robot Musk Goes Full ‘Poop Mode’ in Unhinged Art Freakshow
Robotic quadrupeds with hyperrealistic billionaire heads churned out artwork in the most unsettling manner at Art Basel Miami.
15 holiday romance books to get you in the festive spirit
Whether you're looking for a romantic take on "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" or a hockey love story, we found the holiday romance book for you.
Producers Andrea Bucko & Motoko Kimura Launch Yume Entertainment, First Up Is Genre Movie ‘The Red Room’ Based On Japanese Urban Legend
EXCLUSIVE: Producers Andrea Bucko (Deadman’s Wire) and Motoko Kimura (LDK) have launched film and TV production and finance company Yume Entertainment, which will look to bridge the Hollywood and Asian film industries. Yume (由夢), meaning “born from a dream” in Japanese, will look to champion emerging creators such as Yumiko Fujiwara, whose drama The Fire Outside was featured …
Producers Andrea Bucko & Motoko Kimura Launch Yume Entertainment, First Up Is Genre Movie ‘The Red Room’ Based On Japanese Urban Legend
Yume also has an upcoming project with Dark Horse Comics, whose comics have included Hellboy and The Umbrella Academy.
Uranus May Not Be So Weird After All – Voyager Just Caught It During An Unusual Gust Of Wind
Forty years ago, Voyager imaged Uranus and presented the world with a new mystery. Upon further inspection, it may have just been wind.
John Gruber Shares Scathing Commentary About Apple's Departing Software Design Chief
In a statement shared with Bloomberg on Wednesday, Apple confirmed that its software design chief Alan Dye will be leaving. Apple said Dye will be succeeded by Stephen Lemay, who has been a software designer at the company since 1999. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that Dye will lead a new creative studio within the company's AR/VR division Reality Labs. On his blog Daring Fireball, longtime Apple commentator John Gruber has since reacted to the news with some scathing commentary about Dye.
Where Kansas Basketball Landed in CBS Sports' Rankings After UConn Loss
Kansas suffered its third loss of the season to UConn at home yesterday. How far did the Jayhawks drop in Gary Parrish's latest rankings?
Nigel Farage denies saying anything racist ‘with malice’ as he attacks BBC
Reform UK leader launches tirade against broadcaster in latest effort to address claims of abuse from school contemporaries
The Awardist Makers Issue
Entertainment Weekly celebrates the below-the-line talent who go above and beyond for their art to make movie magic possible with our 2025 Awardist Makers Issue.
My family just stayed at our first all-inclusive resort. I really, really wish we'd done it sooner.
Our family enjoyed our first stay at an all-inclusive resort in Jamaica. The kids got more independence and we were pleasantly surprised by the food.
Total War: Medieval 3 Announced as the 'Rebirth of Historical Total War,' New Total War Game to Be Revealed at The Game Awards
Creative Assembly has announced Total War: Medieval 3, the next mainline game in its strategy series.
Planet Earth has never had so many billionaires
The number of billionaires worldwide – and their combined wealth – reached record highs this year, buoyed in particular by gains in tech stocks, Swiss bank UBS has found.
Report says iPhone Air is losing its resale value at a record pace
The 1TB iPhone Air currently holds the worst resale value of any iPhone since 2022. The iPhone Air is shaping up to be a sales flop, and that’s also...
I moved my 88-year-old dad into my apartment complex. His apartment is visible from my window, so I can keep an eye on him.
Deirdre Catucci's father was lonely in his large house after his wife died. The daughter moved him into her apartment complex to help care for him.
Advancing the America First Global Health Strategy Through Landmark Bilateral Agreements on Global Health Cooperation - United States Department of State
In September, I outlined the Trump Administration’s America First Global Health Strategy, which aims to strengthen U.S. leadership and excellence in global health while eliminating dependency, ideology, inefficiency, and waste from our foreign assistance architecture. Today, I welcomed Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi to Washington to sign the first […]
'Not the time to lose our heads'
Burnley forward Lyle Foster says the team must draw confidence from their performance against Crystal Palace, despite slipping to a fifth consecutive Premier League defeat. Speaking to BBC Radio Lancashire, Foster stressed the importance of staying calm and maintaining belief during a difficult run. "After last night, we can take a lot of confidence and strength from the performance we have given," Foster said.
Metroid Prime Actor Confirms Identity of Mysterious Cut Intro Voice
Metroid Prime actor confirms identity of mysterious cut intro voice, and it isn't who you think.
Contest Casts UMW Business Students as ‘Reel’-World Problem-Solvers
Five teams laid out plans to save a cinema giant, but only one could claim top billing. University of Mary Washington seniors Karla Bonilla Lizama and Evelyn Centellas won the Fall 2025 College of Business Case Competition – titled “Reel Choices: The Crossroads of a Movie Studio’s Destiny” – for their ideas, presentation and polish. […]
US signs pact with Kenya under 'America First' global health plan
The U.S. will provide more than $1.6 billion to Kenya's health system under a new five-year agreement signed on Thursday, the first such agreement reached under the Trump administration's overhaul of foreign aid.
Jackson selected as editor for the Planetary Science Journal
Brian Jackson, professor of physics at Boise State University and Director of the Central Idaho...
PNW First-Gen College of Business Student Honored for Persistence and Determination
PNW student Jaelyn McDuffie received a Golden Brick Award, celebrating first-generation student resilience, leadership and academic commitment.
US and Kenya sign first of what are expected to be dozens of ‘America First’ global health deals
The Trump administration has signed the first in what are expected to be dozens of “America First” global health agreements that prioritize combating infectious diseases in countries deemed to be aligned with the president’s broader foreign policy goals.
Volcanic eruption may have sparked Europe's Black Death plague, scientists find
The plague killed between a third and half of the European population in the mid-14th Century. But it's unknown what triggered the pandemic.