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Kristen Shilton

Ovechkin returns to lineup after missing 5 weeks

Alex Ovechkin, who has been sidelined since breaking his fibula Nov. 18, will continue his pursuit of the NHL's career scoring record when he returns to the Capitals' lineup Saturday against the Maple Leafs.

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Tim MacMahon

Luka's home burglarized amid wave of break-ins

Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic's home was burglarized Friday night. "No one was home at the time, and thankfully Luka and his family are safe," his business manager said.

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Mark Schofield

How the Broncos can clinch a playoff berth in Week 17

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Bo Nix: Playoff quarterback? We break down how the Broncos can clinch a spot in the 2025 NFL Playoffs in Week 17.

The Denver Broncos have not reached the postseason since the 2015 NFL campaign, when Peyton Manning — and a bruising defense — combined to deliver a Super Bowl title to the Mile High City.

However, the Broncos are on the verge of returning to the postseason for the first time in nearly a decade, and can clinch a playoff spot in Week...

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Wes Davis

The US proposes rules to make healthcare data more secure

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The US Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is proposing new cybersecurity requirements for healthcare organizations aimed at protecting patients’ private data in the event of cyberattacks, reports Reuters. The rules come after major cyberattacks like one that leaked the private information of more than 100 million UnitedHealth patients earlier this year.

The OCR’s proposal includes requiring...

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If You Hate Shopping Online But Love Looking Polished, Here Are 40 Easy, Reviewer-Beloved Pieces You Can Choose From

Nothing elevates a look faster than this chic $10 embedded ring or this oh-so-soft mockneck layer.

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Mashable

Trump tells SCOTUS that only he can save TikTok from ban

TikTok, the popular viral video platform, is still slated to be banned in the U.S. next year. And with 2024 coming to an end, the January 19, 2025 ban date for TikTok is fast approaching.

Just weeks before Christmas, the Supreme Court of the United States agreed to hear an appeal filed by TikTok and its parent company ByteDance. The oral arguments in that case are set to begin Jan. 10.

However, President-elect Donald Trump, who will be inaugurated on Jan. 20, just one day after the pending...

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Apple pulls iPhone SE and iPhone 14 from stores in the EU

Apple fans who were looking to buy an iPhone SE or iPhone 14 from the company in the EU are out of luck.

All of Apple's devices utilizing Lightning ports have now been pulled from stores. 

On Saturday, Dec. 28, the European Union's new rules making USB-C the standard connection for charging smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices officially went into effect. As a result, Apple has removed all of its Lightning-based devices from Apple Stores.

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Adam Rittenberg

Georgia QB Beck declares for 2025 NFL draft

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck will forgo his final year of eligibility and enter the 2025 NFL draft.

The Verge

Sheena Vasani

The SwitchBot S10, one of our favorite robovac / mop hybrids, is $500 off

The SwitchBot S10 offers a nearly hands-free cleaning experience for $699.99. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge

If you’re somebody who likes to clean and declutter in preparation for a new year, one way to speed it up is by investing in a good robot vacuum. The SwitchBot S10 is one of our favorite vacuums that also happens to be a terrific mop, too, and is currently down to its all-time low price of $699.99 ($500 off) when you clip the on-page coupon at Amazon. It’s...

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27 Things To Make Kids Forget It’s Way Too Cold To Go Outside

You no longer need to dread the days you're stuck inside.

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32 Skincare Products So Good, You’ll Use ‘Em Up Instead Of Banishing Them To The Back Of Your Medicine Cabinet

Including a viral sheet mask that literally *melts* into your skin.

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32 Products That Are Just Too Good To Keep To Myself

I would never dream of depriving you of a stained glass lightbulb or the perfect eyebrow wax.

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Yes, Popeye can eat spinach: Everything you need to know about Public Domain Day 2025

Jan. 1 is Public Domain Day, meaning artworks from 1929 (or 1924 in the case of sound recordings) are now free for all creators to use and abuse to their hearts' content.

The works of art, music, literature, and film now entering the public domain will be yours, mine, and everyone's. You can try and do something rude or irreverent with the characters they depict, or if you want you can do something truly subversive: make them into something beautiful.

Below is a breakdown of everything you...

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NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for December 28, 2024

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections —...

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37 Products To Make Your 2025 Much More Efficient Than Your 2024

Calling all busy bees — you need this two-minute quick-drying nail topcoat and hybrid knife cutting board, stat.

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Wes Davis

Hackers hijacked legitimate Chrome extensions to try to steal data

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A cyberattack campaign inserted malicious code into multiple Chrome browser extensions as far back as mid-December, Reuters reported yesterday. The code appeared designed to steal browser cookies and authentication sessions, targeting “specific social media advertising and AI platforms,” according to a blog post from Cyberhaven, one of the companies that was targeted.

Cyberhaven blames a phishing email for the attack, writing in a separate...

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Boxer Bamba, 35, dies six days after title win

Boxer Paul Bamba has died at the age of 35, his manager Ne-Yo announced on Friday.

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David Newton

Sources: Panthers to place RB Hubbard on IR

The Panthers (4-11) are placing Chuba Hubbard, the NFL's sixth-leading rusher in 2024, on injured reserve due to a calf and knee injury, a league source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Just 26 Smart Organization Solutions So You Can Say Goodbye To Shoving Everything Under Your Bed

Now not only will your stuff be organized, but it *won't* be covered in lint.

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