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NASA Administrator Town Hall Information (Update) - NASA Watch
Keith’s note: The above email was sent out to NASA employees at 8:33 am ET today. If you click on https://townhall.nasa.gov/vpncheck/ It checks you out and sends you to a VPN firewall and then a NASA Access Launchpad security thing. If you click on https://na…
Stock Market Today: Stocks climb on AI-trade comeback; tech-heavy Nasdaq and S&P 500 erase weekly losses but Dow still down on the week - MarketWatch
The U.S. stock market ended higher Friday, as the S&P 500's tech sector saw it best day in nearly a month.
Nine of the largest pharma companies ink deals with Trump to lower drug prices - CNBC
President Donald Trump has pushed to lower drug prices for Americans, which are on average nearly three times higher than overseas.
Wall Street heads into the new week with a year-end rally in doubt - CNBC
December is a seasonally strong period for stocks. But an unusually weak stretch has investors wary.
Treasury Targets Family Members and Associates of Maduro Regime - U.S. Department of the Treasury (.gov)
WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned several family members and associates of the Maduro-Flores family. This action further targets the narco-corruption structure that sustains Nicolás M…
Greg Biffle's wife texted "we're in trouble" moments before fiery plane crash, her mother says - CBS News
Cathy Grossu, the mother-in-law of retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, said she had seen the family a day before the fatal crash.
Bowen Yang Is Leaving ‘SNL’ - The Hollywood Reporter
Like, the day after tomorrow.
Seahawks Show ‘We're A Very Resilient, Relentless Group’ In Comeback Win Over Rams - Seattle Seahawks
Despite being down 16 points in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks rallied to beat the Rams 38-37 in overtime Thursday night.
Gemini will replace Google Assistant on Android in 2026 - 9to5Google
Back in March, Google said Gemini would replace Assistant on Android phones this year. That “upgrade” is now set for 2026.
What the Oscars’ Move to YouTube Means: The End of Exclusivity - IndieWire
On this week's Screen Talk podcast, we talk the Oscars' move to YouTube, plus Rob Reiner, and the Oscars shortlists.
Jake Paul Takes On His Realest Opponent Yet - Defector
Jake Paul’s finally doing what boxing fans have spent years clamoring for: fighting somebody who should beat his ass. Tonight Paul gets in the ring with Anthony Joshua in Miami. On paper, like all Paul matchups, this fight shouldn’t even happen. Their faceoff…
Instacart agrees to refund subscribers $60 million in FTC settlement - Ars Technica
The grocery app will also stop hiding refund options and obscuring delivery costs.
Black employment milestone evaporates - Axios
Labor market conditions for Black Americans are worsening more rapidly than they are for the overall population.
NBA officiating program reinstates referee Eric Lewis - NBA
Lewis retired in 2023 and was being investigated by the NBA for potential violations of the league's social media policy.
3 Things to Do After You Eat for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians - EatingWell
Registered dietitians specializing in diabetes explain the things you can do after a meal to improve your body’s blood sugar response.
iMessage is full of features you’re probably not using (but should) [Video] - 9to5Mac
Discover iMessage features you probably aren’t using, from scheduling texts to Check In, audio transcriptions, and pinned conversations.
Column | Feeling wonder every day improves our health. Here’s how to do it. - The Washington Post
Research has established the power of awe. I experienced it myself in a way I never thought I could.
Strava puts popular “Year in Sport” recap behind an $80 paywall - Ars Technica
Strava’s most viral feature is suddenly locked away.
Morgan Stanley seen as front-runner for SpaceX IPO, sources say - Yahoo Finance
Morgan Stanley is emerging as a leading contender for a key role in SpaceX's blockbuster initial public offering, as the bank's close ties to CEO Elon Musk...
Kylie beats Wham! to UK Christmas number one - she'll do a jigsaw to celebrate - BBC
The pop star tops the Christmas charts, but says she's planning a low-key celebration in Australia.