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The Sun - Dec 18th, 2024
Kansas City Chiefs star who woke up unemployed from brutal roster cut sends emotional message after two Super Bowl wins
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The Guardian - Dec 18th, 2024
The Swedish sobriety secret: dry December – and off-licences shut on a Saturday night
For decades, the authorities in Sweden have encouraged people to drink responsibly – and with a state alcohol monopoly, strict rules and growing abstinence, they seem to be succeedingChristmas is synonymous with overindulgence, especially of drink. Sometimes the weather is an excuse: historically, alcohol was regarded as a way to warm up. Alcohol consumption traditionally increases in December in Europe and the US. Almost two-thirds of Britons say they intend to drink more at Christmas than they do at other times of the year, for example. In Sweden, however, Vit Jul (“White Christmas”) means “dry December”, a month when you don’t drink at all.Over the past 15 years, the concept of a Vit Monat (White Month) – and Vit Jul in particular – has grown in popularity in Sweden. Originally a charity idea like Sober October or Dry January, it originated as a twin project between Sweden and Finland. Now, anecdotally, more Swedes are choosing to take a “white month” in December or January. Jimmy Hemmingsson of Vega Bryggeri, one of Gothenburg’s trendy new microbreweries, says: “Maybe I’m naive to say this, but I think a lot of people want to be responsible. And family will come before drink at Christmas.” Not least, he adds, because a lot of Swedish families have long drives to visit relatives over the festive period. “We go to the country at Christmas, so that means no drinking. There is a real taboo against drink-driving.” Continue reading...
Marketwatch - Dec 18th, 2024
Birkenstock Aims for Stronger Profitability Ahead After Margins Shrink -- Update
Oil Price - Dec 18th, 2024
OPEC+ Frets Over U.S. Oil Output Growth Under President Trump
The OPEC+ group is wary that coming deregulation in the U.S. energy sector could boost U.S. oil production higher than forecast under incoming President Donald Trump, OPEC+ delegates have told Reuters. More U.S. oil supply could further erode OPEC+’s market share and weigh down on oil prices, which the OPEC cartel and its allies are desperately trying to support with production cuts. President-elect Trump’s return to the White House would likely mean less stringent environmental policies for the industry, “but we may see higher...
Masslive - Dec 18th, 2024
Drone sightings have airports — Westover, Barnes and Bradley — warning unmanned fliers to stay away
The FAA’s website has detailed maps showing restricted air space.
Cbs News - Dec 18th, 2024
Congo says mysterious disease killing dozens of kids finally identified
"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.
Huffpost - Dec 18th, 2024
Donald Trump Voter Utterly Shreds Him As ‘Piece Of S**t’ Before Astonishing 180
"As much as I hate Donald Trump..." said the woman.
Cleveland - Dec 18th, 2024
Listening - really listening - is the key to understanding others: Eric Foster
Be the example this season. Listen. Not with the goal of responding or changing that person’s mind. Listen with the goal to just understand. Listening is a radical act these days in a world that persistently pushes us apart. Through listening, we build bridges between shores. In a society where so many of us starve for understanding, perhaps it is the listeners that will save us all, writes Eric Foster in his column today.
Pff - Dec 18th, 2024
Fantasy Football Pass/Run Funnel Report: Defenses to exploit in Week 16
Take advantage of these Week 16 matchups in fantasy football.
Huffpost - Dec 18th, 2024
The Best And Worst Of 'The Real Housewives' Of 2024
Mary Cosby got vulnerable, Potomac's overhaul actually worked and one "friend of" cast member was the cringiest of them all.
Huffpost - Dec 18th, 2024
32 Personal Care Products That Reviewers Over 50 Are Super Impressed With
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Huffpost - Dec 18th, 2024
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Huffpost - Dec 18th, 2024
Democrats’ Wisconsin Model Is On The Ballot In The DNC Chair Race
Ben Wikler, chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, wants to go national with what has worked in his state.
Huffpost - Dec 18th, 2024
The Ultimate Guide To Buying Refurbished Apple Gear On Amazon
A refurbished iPhone or Macbook could save you a lot of money — but there are some things you should consider.
Huffpost - Dec 18th, 2024
Protect Your Pillows From Turning Yellow With This Allergist Recommendation
Are your pillows turning yellow and nasty? Here’s what that means.
Masslive - Dec 18th, 2024
A new report charts the future of transportation in Mass. What’s in it? | John L. Micek
Bay State residents need equitable and accessible transportation options, an advocate told MassLive.
Masslive - Dec 18th, 2024
Teachers union pushing biased view of Gaza War on Mass. kids, Jewish org says
The group said the union is pushing “an extreme, one-sided narrative about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict."
Pr Newswire - Dec 18th, 2024
Bybit Upgrades its Trading Bot to Support Smarter Automatic Trading Strategies
DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is scaling up its Trading Bot's capacity to meet rising customer demands amidst the surging crypto trading volumes. Increasing grid limits for all users of its Trading...
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Zerohedge - Dec 18th, 2024
NATO State Warns Against Western Troops In Ukraine: "Discussion Has Gone Off The Rails"
NATO State Warns Against Western Troops In Ukraine: "Discussion Has Gone Off The Rails" One of NATO's two newest members, Finland, is urging caution as some European leaders are considering a negotiated end to the Ukraine war which would involve sending Western peacekeeping forces. The incoming Trump administration is reportedly keen on the idea.President of Finland Alexander Stubb issued a warning Tuesday before a defense cooperation summit in Tallinn, saying "We should not get ahead of ourselves" on the issue of a future peacekeeping mission, cited in Finnish outlet Yle.President of Finland Alexander Stubb. Image: Lehtikuva/YleHis main criticism focused on the huge numbers of European troops that such a mission would require. "The operation cannot be launched on a shaky foundation," he continued, explaining that an adequate peacekeeping force would have to have at least 150,000 soldiers on the ground."In rotation, that means three times that, or 450,000 peacekeepers per year. So perhaps this discussion has gone off the rails, so to speak," he emphasized.Stubb offered that instead of peacekeeping forces, Kiev should have security guarantees, and that should be the central driver of the discussion over future peace negotiations.The past several months have seen leading NATO countries revive the idea of sending Western troops to Ukraine. Whether in a 'peacekeeping' capacity or not, the Kremlin would see this as a massive escalation and has threatened war with the west.Putin has made it clear that Russia will not tolerate NATO regular forces right on its border. Already this week Putin has said the West is going 'beyond' Russia's stated red lines.As the Biden administration has scrambled to try and build Kiev's leverage on the battlefield prior to the Trump administration taking office, it recently greenlighted long-range missile attacks using ATACMS systems on Russia. Moscow has frequently said it is open to peace negotiations with Ukraine, but at this point is very unlikely to sign off on any plan which would see a European troop large deployment in any capacity.Trump and other leaders reportedly discussed the idea that a large and heavily armed peacekeeping force from Europe could be introduced into Ukraine. But it's a trial balloon that should be shot down immediately, says @lieven_anatol https://t.co/ZkjywIoWrs— Responsible Statecraft (@RStatecraft) December 16, 2024Russia also has less incentive to agree to something like this also given it is currently clearly on the offense in Donbas and is winning battle after battle. The ground reality puts Kiev and its backers in a much harder position at the negotiating table if and when those talks finally happen. Tyler DurdenWed, 12/18/2024 - 05:45
