3 hours ago Virginia Democrats 'asking the wrong question' amid outrage over DOGE federal workforce cuts, GOP leader says

A top Virginia Republican responded to concerns being voiced by the Commonwealth's Democratic House speaker over DOGE's plan to slash the federal workforce.

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21 hours ago Christmas or child care? For these Mass. parents, having both this holiday season isn’t guaranteed.

Many parents have had to sacrifice a memorable Christmas experience for their kids and are turning to Globe Santa for help. The post Christmas or child care? For these Mass. parents, having both this holiday season isn’t guaranteed. appeared first on Boston.com.

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14 hours ago Bench shuts down, leaving thousands of businesses without access to accounting and tax docs

Bench, a Canada-based accounting startup that offered software-as-a-service for small and medium businesses, has abruptly shut down, according to a notice posted on its website.   “We regret to inform you that as of December 27, 2024, the Bench platform will no longer be accessible,” the notice reads. “We know this news is abrupt and may […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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10 hours ago Former Miami basketball coach Jim Larrañaga left 'exhausted' by NIL's impact on college sports

The longtime Hurricanes coach said his decision to abruptly step down from his position was partly due to his lack of interest in contending with NIL.

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17 hours ago Parents of OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji hire private investigator after he was found dead in San Francisco

Parents of OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji hire private investigator after he was found dead in San Francisco  ABC7 Bay Area

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8 hours ago Wear the rugby trend like Jayson Tatum, trendsetting celebs, and other athletes

Tatum impressed sports fans and fashionistas alike in a trendy rugby sweater before the Celtics’ decisive Friday night win against the Indiana Pacers. The post Wear the rugby trend like Jayson Tatum, trendsetting celebs, and other athletes appeared first on Boston.com.

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23 hours ago Talking to children about homelessness and addiction is part of parenthood in S.F.

Talking to children about homelessness and addiction is part of parenthood in S.F.  San Francisco Chronicle

Society

26 hours ago California School District Pays $17.5 Million to End Coach’s Sexual Abuse Cases

The settlements culminate a lengthy personal and legal odyssey for the first accuser, Alex Harrison, who was subsequently shunned by teammates and parents.

Economics

26 hours ago Denver hospital uses therapy dogs to cut stress and burnout among doctors and nurses

Specially trained therapy dogs are helping doctors, nurses and patients at a Denver hospital reduce stress and burnout.

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12 hours ago Ship linked to Russia is suspected of cutting major cables between Finland and Estonia

NATO chief Mark Rutte has assured Finland and Estonia of added military support after a ship linked to Russia is suspected of severing major cables between the two countries.

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13 hours ago Trump says fate of TikTok should be in his hands when he returns to White House

President-elect Trump said in an amicus brief Friday that he should make the decision as to whether TikTok can continue to operate in the U.S.

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17 hours ago What We Know About the Ship Finland Seized Over Fears of Russian Sabotage

Finland seized an oil tanker that authorities believe might have deliberately cut vital undersea cables. Finnish authorities believe the tanker may be linked to Russia.

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18 hours ago Trump wants U.S. control of the Panama Canal. Here are three things to know.

Treaties ratified by the Senate in 1978 established permanent neutrality, but some Republicans regret that decision. The post Trump wants U.S. control of the Panama Canal. Here are three things to know. appeared first on Boston.com.

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18 hours ago Russian government says it is willing to improve ties—but onus is on Trump to make first move

Retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg told Fox News that both Russia and Ukraine are ready for the war to end.

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20 hours ago New leaders in Damascus call for cordial Syria ties with a resistant Israel

"Our problem is not with Israel. We don't want to meddle in anything that will threaten Israel's security," Damascus Governor Maher Marwan tells NPR. Syria and Israel have never had diplomatic ties.

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21 hours ago 'Embracing WAG Life': Taylor Swift Is SO Serious About Travis Kelce She's Moving To Be Closer To Him!

Taylor Swift is fully in her WAG era! After the pop star’s monumental Eras Tour dwindled down, it’s been pretty clear she wants to take time to kick back and enjoy her life with Travis Kelce. And that includes making a big decision about her “home base” — is this goodbye to New York and [...] Read More... The post 'Embracing WAG Life': Taylor Swift Is SO Serious About Travis Kelce She's Moving To Be Closer To Him! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

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24 hours ago Joe Biden poses with Hunter's Chinese business associates in newly surfaced photos: 'Incredibly damning'

New images of Hunter Biden and Vice President Joe Biden meeting with Chinese business leaders and officials raise more questions about the Biden family's overseas business dealings.

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26 hours ago Israeli peace activists try to keep hope alive as Trump set to take office

When his parents were killed in the Hamas-led on Israel October 7th, 2023, Moaz Inon put aside a successful tourism business career to focus on something else: peaceful co-existence with Palestinians. He has some ideas for the incoming Trump administration, which ignored Palestinians before.

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31 hours ago Week 17 recap: Chicago Bears tie a franchise record with their 10th straight loss, 6

Week 17 recap: Chicago Bears tie a franchise record with their 10th straight loss, 6-3 to Seattle Seahawks  Chicago Tribune

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33 hours ago Surprise! Dua Lipa & Boyfriend Callum Turner Get ENGAGED For Christmas After Just A Year Of Dating!

Wow, this feels so quick! They must know it’s right… Dua Lipa shared a carousel of cute pics on Christmas Eve that included close friends and her boyfriend Callum Turner. We almost erroneously said “new boyfriend” — but they’ve actually been together a year now! And apparently that’s enough time to make a huge commitment! Related: [...] Read More... The post Surprise! Dua Lipa & Boyfriend Callum Turner Get ENGAGED For Christmas After Just A Year Of Dating! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

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36 hours ago Ladd McConkey is already becoming the next great Patriots draft fumble 

The Patriots' decision to trade the pick used to select McConkey and draft Ja'Lynn Polk has not aged well. The post Ladd McConkey is already becoming the next great Patriots draft fumble  appeared first on Boston.com.

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36 hours ago Washington Nationals Pitching Prospect Made Incredible Strides This Past Season

Washington Nationals Pitching Prospect Made Incredible Strides This Past Season  Sports Illustrated

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