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Brooke Pryor

Tomlin, Steelers blunt after more struggles in loss

The Steelers failed to compete with the Chiefs on Christmas Day while also losing the ability to control their own destiny in the race for the AFC North title.

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Your Body Has All Sorts Of Random Needs And These 33 Things Are Here To Help

Since any requests for a lower-maintenance model have so far been ignored.

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Headways summaries are your shortcut to personal growth

TL;DR: Transform your spare moments into growth with Headway Premium for just $59.99 (reg. $299) — a lifetime of bite-sized learning.

Do you find yourself scrolling endlessly through social media, only to be annoyed at yourself for wasting your time on nonsense? The Headway Premium app was created to turn spare moments into opportunities for growth.

For just $59.99 (reg. $299), this lifetime subscription (pay just once) gives you the tools you need to master your personal and professional...

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Michael C. Wright

Wemby puts up 42 points in Christmas debut

Victor Wembanyama blistered the Knicks for a game-high 42 points -- the most by a visitor on Christmas at Madison Square Garden -- to go with 18 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks, but the Spurs narrowly lost.

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Adam Teicher

Chiefs look forward to bye, rest with AFC clinched

Star quarterback Patrick Mahomes said the Chiefs have never needed a playoff bye quite like they do this season.

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If You're A Thirtysomething, These 50 Dependable Products Have Got Your Back

Literally no reason for you to go another second without owning these self-heating foot masks or this game-changing no-scrub shower cleaner.

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Lisa Friedman

Trump Picks Kevin Marino Cabrera for Ambassador to Panama

The selection of Mr. Cabrera, a Miami-Dade County commissioner, comes a few days after Mr. Trump called for the United States to regain control of the Panama Canal.

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The 8 Best Hands-Free Sex Toys According Reviewers Who Have Tried Them

Explore the world of wearable, thrusting, and grind-ready gadgets that will have you saying, "look at me, no hands."

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Tim MacMahon

Mavs' Doncic ruled out vs. Wolves with calf strain

Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic exited the team's Christmas Day game against the Minnesota Timberwolves late in the second quarter because of a left calf strain.

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Katie Rogers

A Reflective Biden Harbors Some Regrets as His Term Winds Down

President Biden will seek solace and “relief” during a visit with Pope Francis next month, according to people familiar with his plans. His public comments have offered a glimpse into what is on his mind.

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This Highly Rated Chair Cushion Helps With My Sciatica — And It's Only $40

Get some much-needed back pain relief with this gel cushion that's super affordable.

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Mark Schofield

NFL playoff picture: What does Ravens-Texans mean for AFC standings

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The Ravens face the Texans in Houston on Christmas Day. We break down what the game means for the NFL playoff picture.

A rematch of last season’s AFC Divisional Round game is on the Christmas Day slate in Week 17 of the 2024 NFL season, with the Houston Texans playing host to the Baltimore Ravens.

Oh, and there will be a Beyoncé performance at halftime, so there is that too.

While both the Ravens and the Texans have clinched playoff spots — and...

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Michael Corkery and Justin Hamel

New Mexico’s Governor Was A Liberal Hero. Then She Got Blunt about Crime.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has clashed with her own party over how to tackle the nexus of addiction, mental illness and violence in New Mexico.

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These $10 Motion Sickness Glasses Actually Work. An Expert Explains Why.

An ear, nose, and throat doctor explains why these anti-motion sickness glasses can help you feel less nauseous on land, air, and sea.

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Mashable

James Bond is canon in Doctor Who now

Doctor Who has returned with the tender yet tear-jerking holiday special "Joy to the World." And amid a rollicking adventure across time involving dinosaurs, holograms, game night hangouts, and villainous capitalism, returning writer Steven Moffat also dropped some exciting new lore into the canon: James Bond and Doctor Who exist in the same world. 

The link between these epic British heroes (and their franchises) is a bombshell named Sylvia Trench. In an interview with Mashable, Doctor Who...

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Did you catch Doctor Whos Joy to the World sly reference to a fan-favorite character?

Former showrunner/executive producer/screenwriter Steven Moffat returned to Doctor Who to present audiences with another magical and emotional Christmas special, "Joy to the World." While the Moffat-penned adventure focuses on a Time Hotel, a lonely but lovely woman (Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan), and a mysterious briefcase, giddy Whovians have spied all kinds of Easter eggs along the way.

Some tie to James Bond, others to classic British TV, and still others to deep-cut Whoniverse lore....

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Every Doctor Who Easter egg found in Joy to the World

The time has come! Doctor Who has unveiled the latest Christmas special, full of timey-wimey twists, heart-wrenching turns, and Easter eggs that even the most eagle-eyed Whovian might overlook.

"Joy to the World" not only brings Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan into the ever-expanding ensemble of Doctor Who, this 2024 Christmas special also reunites showrunner/executive producer Russell T Davies with former showrunner/executive producer and this episode's screenwriter, Steven Moffat.

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Doctor Who showrunners on how Ode to Joy paves the way for next season

This year's Doctor Who Christmas special, "Joy to the World," brings together Doctor Who and in the shiniest way ever by welcoming the dazzling Nicola Coughlan into the Whoniverse as the eponymous Joy. "The stars literally aligned," the show's current showrunner and executive producer Russell T Davies said of the Irish actress's casting, noting that "everyone in the world wants to work with her." And watching this latest Doctor Who Christmas special, it's little wonder why, as Davies put it:...

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Doctor Whos Joy to the World is a Christmas treat, bitter and sweet

'Tis the season for Doctor Who to return with a holiday special that mixes action, adventure, mirth, mystery, and heartache. Even before you get to the plotline of "Joy to the World," there are reasons to thrill over this new episode sight unseen. Not only does it see the return of Ncuti Gatwa's debonair and canonically queer Fifteenth Doctor, not only does it feature Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan in the title role, but also this particular Christmas special is penned and executive...

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Mark Schofield

What does Week 17 mean for the Ravens’ playoff scenarios?

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The Baltimore Ravens are in the playoffs already, but what does Week 17 mean for their AFC North aspirations?

The Baltimore Ravens are already in the NFL playoffs, having clinched a spot with their 34-17 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 16.

Now, the Ravens still have their eyes on an AFC North title.

Baltimore is back in action on Christmas Day, as the NFL has a pair of games for NFL fans on the holiday. The Kansas City Chiefs travel to...

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