Beyoncé's halftime performance the highlight of a lackluster NFL Christmas slate

Beyoncé surprised fans by bringing out Shaboozey to perform "Sweet Honey Buckiin," and Post Malone joined her for "Levii's Jeans."

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As probe starts, speculation mounts about cause of Kazakhstan plane crash that killed dozens but dozens survived

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I'm a butler at one of Singapore's most expensive hotels, where a night's stay can cost $26,000. Here's what it's like.

A 24-year-old senior butler for the most exclusive suites in Singapore's Marina Bay Sands shares what the job is like.

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Why this Mexican American woman played a vital role in the US sacramental peyote trade

Amada Cardenas, a Mexican American woman who lived in the tiny border town of Mirando City in South Texas, played an important role in the history of the peyote trade.

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7 things to get rid of in your home before the new year, according to professional organizers

From unused holiday decor to outdated clothing, these are the things professional organizers suggest getting rid of before the new year.

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What is the Native American Church and why is peyote sacred to members?

The Native American Church is the most widespread religious movement among the Indigenous people of North America.

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Peyote sacred to Native Americans threatened by psychedelic renaissance and development

Peyote, a cactus that contains mescaline, a hallucinogen, grows naturally in South Texas and northern Mexico.

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3 tips to ensure your professional life is on the right track in 2025, according to a career coach

Marlo Lyons, a career coach, says the best way to advance your career in 2025 is to reflect on your goals, set boundaries, and reconnect with your network.

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More than 90% of 401(k) plans now offer Roth contributions – but only 21% of workers take advantage

The share of employers that offer a Roth 401(k) option has increased a lot over the years. A 2022 law will make it nearly ubiquitous among plan sponsors.

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Estonia debate próximos pasos mientras investiga interrupción de cable submarino

FRÁNCFORT, Alemania (AP) — El gobierno de Estonia celebraba una reunión extraordinaria el jueves mientras avanzaban las investigaciones en torno a la interrupción de un cable de energía del mar Báltico que traía electricidad desde Finlandia, dijo el jueves el primer ministro de Estonia.

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Trump has pressed for voting changes. GOP majorities in Congress will try to make that happen

Republicans in Congress plan to move quickly in their effort to overhaul the nation’s voting procedures, seeing an opportunity with control of the White House and both chambers of Congress.

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What you need to know about season 7 of 'Virgin River,' Netflix's longest-running original series

"Virgin River" season seven is on its way. Here's what we know about the future of the drama.

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3 shot, 1 stabbed in Christmas night dispute at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, police say

Gunfire rang out at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Christmas night and left three people wounded, police say. Another was stabbed. One was in critical condition.

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'Historic Moment': Farage's Reform Party is Now Larger Than the Tories

Nigel Farage's Reform has now overtaken the UK's traditional party of government, the Conservatives, in paid-up members.

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Trump takes aim at Canada, Panama Canal, Greenland in posts

After President-elect Trump fired off a series of social media posts on Christmas Day suggesting the United States should expand into Canada and Greenland and take control of the Panama Canal, some officials in those regions are firing back. NBC’s Aaron Gilchrist reports for TODAY.

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5 things to know before the stock market opens Thursday

Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.

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Dow futures fall more than 100 points the day after Christmas: Live updates

The major averages could see their first down day this week after back-to-back gains.

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Kremlin warns against speculation that Russia shot down Azerbaijan Airlines flight

Thirty-eight of the 67 on board died when the Embraer 190 crashed near the city of Aktau, Kazakhstan.

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Trump has Christmas message to 'Radical Left Lunatics,' tells inmates Biden granted clemency to 'GO TO HELL!'

President-elect Trump posted a Christmas message to "Radical Left Lunatics" and the death row inmates who received clemency from President Biden.

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American survivors recall the harrowing moments of the century's deadliest tsunami

“I don’t wish ever a disaster of this magnitude on anyone,” one woman said. But the 2004 Asian tsunami also made her realize, "There’s more to this world, and it’s about love.”

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Bob Dylan and Joan Baez's real-life relationship was short-lived and tumultuous — but inspired some of their best music

Bob Dylan and Joan Baez are portrayed by Timothée Chalamet and Monica Barbaro in "A Complete Unknown." The two folk singers met in the early '60s.

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Americans are exhausted by political news. TV ratings and a new AP-NORC poll show they're tuning out

A lot of Americans, after an intense presidential election campaign, are looking for a break in political news.

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I hate big birthday parties for kids and won't ever throw one for my son. I prefer our small family dinner.

I'm filled with dread when my son gets invited to a large birthday party, and I don't throw them for him. Our small family pizza parties are perfect.

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How the stock market defied expectations again this year, by the numbers

What a wonderful year 2024 has been for investors. U.S. stocks ripped higher and carried the S&P 500 to records as the economy kept growing and the Federal Reserve began cutting interest rates.

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Larry Ellison wraps up banner year as Oracle's stock rallies most since dot-com boom

Oracle shares have jumped 63% in 2024 and are headed for their best year since 1999, adding over $75 billion to Larry Ellison's net worth.

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I rode a Waymo with my 6-year-old twins. The experience was fun but the use cases feel limited.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kim Ollerhead, 43, a Scottsdale mom who took her twin children on their first Waymo ride.

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UK Politics News | Boris Johnson, Brexit and Keir Starmer latest news and updates

The latest breaking news, comment and features from The Independent.

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Front Man, the main 'Squid Game' villain, joins the games for season two and reveals a tragic backstory

Actor Lee Byung-hun says he focused on portraying a character whose difficult life has led him to believe "that there is an absolute absence of humanity” in the world.

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How the US made progress against gun violence in 2024

It’s easy to feel like gun violence is hopeless and never getting better. 2024 disproves that.

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Más de 10.000 migrantes murieron este año intentando llegar a España por mar, dice grupo de ayuda

MADRID (AP) — Más de 10.000 personas murieron este año cuando intentaban llegar a España por mar, según un informe publicado el jueves por un grupo español de defensa de los derechos de los migrantes.

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'Terrorism Cannot be Ruled Out' Another Power Cable Cut in North Europe

A major electricity interconnector unexpectedly went offline on Christmas day, with officials saying they are not ruling out sabotage.

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Russia Tells Trump: You Must Move First to Improve Ties

Russia will work with President-elect Donald Trump’s administration to improve relations only if Washington makes the first move, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said.

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Three Shot, One Stabbed on Christmas Day at Phoenix Airport

Three people were shot and another person stabbed on Christmas Day in terminal four of Phoenix Sky Harbor airport.

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6 things you could be doing wrong if you're struggling to get a job

Your résumé's format, how much you prep for an interview, and how many follow-ups you send could affect your chances of getting hired.

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A turning point in EV dominance is coming in 2025, report says

Figures suggest China's EV sales are set to reach a critical turning point next year, putting the country ahead of the West in the shift to EVs.

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A year after giving up her YouTube channel, Hannah Witton's clinic for struggling, burned-out creators is open

Hannah Witton is leveraging her experience as a former YouTube star to help others navigate career changes and overcome content burnout.

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‘Influencer’ Marketing Agencies Were the Big Winners of Harris’s Losing Campaign

The campaign shelled out millions to firms that promised they could recruit influencers and independent media figures to the cause.

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I'm 67 and can't afford to retire. I'm moving away from my grandchild to work less and enjoy a lower cost of living.

A higher cost of living and poor planning has prevented me from retiring. Now, I'm moving to a less expensive area so I can work less.

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What to expect from AI in 2025, according to industry leaders

Here's what AI industry leaders says we can expect from the tech next year.

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Hero of 2024: Ruthie, my barber and a fixture of New York City

Brooklyn's legendary lesbian barber made me feel right at home.

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Mark Zuckerberg says he doesn't have a Hawaiian doomsday bunker, just a 'little shelter.' It's bigger than most houses.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg told Bloomberg a reportedly 4,500-sqaure-foot basement in his Hawaii compound was just a "little shelter."

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These 5 trends will steer retail in 2025

Technology will continue to profoundly impact the retail industry in 2025, pushing the boundaries of traditional sales and e-commerce.

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Corporate interests commit millions to celebrate Trump’s inauguration

Fortune 500 companies, burgeoning crypto firms and individual billionaires are racing to help underwrite Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration – pledging seven-figure donations apiece to next month’s festivities as they work to ingratiate themselves with the new administration.

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Top 20 Trump Moments This Year That Prove We Are So Back

It's been a historic and exciting year. Americans go to see two very distinct visions for the country, and they chose to go MAGA.

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Monster of 2024: Joe Biden

It's the hubris, stupid.

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Trump takes aim at Canada, Greenland and the Panama Canal in Christmas Day posts

The posts build upon a series of messages Trump has delivered in recent weeks, including that the U.S. should buy Greenland and obtain control of the Panama Canal.

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4 found dead in Wakefield, New Hampshire on Christmas from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning

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Biden Orders White House to Continue Ukraine Weapons Delivery

Departing President Joe Biden has only a matter of weeks left in office but that didn't stop him Wednesday from ordering continued weapons deliveries to Ukraine.

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Astronauts' most jaw-dropping photos from the International Space Station show what 2024 looked like 250 miles above Earth

Pictures from the International Space Station do not disappoint, from comets and northern lights to giant hurricanes and cities at night.

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'Squid Game' season 2 brings back Gong Yoo as the recruiter. His latest appearance is even more wild and memorable.

"Squid Game" season two brought back the ddakji-playing recruiter played by Gong Yoo. His fate makes for a very memorable scene.

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