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Patrick Kingsley

As Truce Takes Hold, Gazans and Israelis Express Elation Tinged With Doubt

After 470 days of death, a tentative cease-fire began on Sunday in Gaza. But Palestinians could not be sure that the war had ended, and Israelis fear that many hostages will still remain in Gaza.

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David Fucillo

Your daily NFL trivia game, Sunday edition

Think you can figure out what NFL player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out.

We’re back for another day of the SB Nation in-5 daily trivia game. We’ve made an adjustment to showing the games. We’ve linked back to previous days rather than embedding them so as to create a single day experience.

Game instructions are at the bottom if you’re new to the game! Feel free to share your results in the comments and feedback in the Google Form.

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Mookie Alexander

Dan Quinn beat Dan Campbell at his own game, and it got the Commanders to NFC Championship

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The Washington Commanders did not “take the points” and settle for field goals on fourth down. They knocked out the Detroit Lions with touchdowns after converting on fourth down.

The Washington Commanders are in the NFC Championship Game for the first time since their last Super Bowl season in 1991, shocking the No. 1 seed Detroit Lions 45-31 in a thrilling upset.

While the main stories will undoubtedly be the latest sparkling showing...

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JR Raphael

Tired of Notion? Sick of Slack? This site will help you find free alternatives

This simple tool serves up smart suggestions for free and often even open-source substitutes for all sorts of popular services.

Let’s be honest: Some apps and services are absolutely worth paying for—but sooner or later, we all reach our limit.

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Emily Guy Birken

A basic guide to home equity for first-time buyers

One of the most common arguments for home ownership is the ability to build equity. Here’s why financial experts revere it.

If you’re starting to think about buying your first place but don’t know the difference between home equity and Homer Simpson, don’t worry. You’re not alone.

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Pavithra Mohan

What can you do if your company is cutting DEI programs?

As employers continue scaling back their DEI commitments, you might be worried about the impact on underrepresented groups. Here’s how you can do your part as a leader.

2024 was a tough year for progress on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Not long after the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action, companies began making subtle changes to DEI policies and programs that catered to underrepresented workers, seemingly in response to escalating legal attacks and...

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28 Products That’ll Drastically Improve The Experience Of Owning A Car This Winter

Brb, picking up my jaw after seeing this reimagined ice scraper in action.

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Design A Custom Yule Ball Gown And I'll Reveal Which "Harry Potter" Character Would Take You

The big three options: Harry, Ron, and Draco!

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14 Screenshots Of Entitled Brides Making Shocking, Wild, And Ridiculous Demands For Their Wedding

Imagine forcing people to pay $2,000 to be in a wedding party. ????

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Just 28 Products That Give Off Quiet Luxury Vibes Without Breaking Your Bank Account

These quiet luxury products give a little *oompf* to your life without having to go "oof" when you check your credit card statement.

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38 Products Future You Will Be So Glad You Bought At The Start Of The Year

You're about to thank yourself so many times between now and December.

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Sadiba Hasan

A Workplace Crush Heats Up Thanks to Burned Cauliflower Pizza

When Taylor Maki first met Jorge Melgoza at an organization that provides social services to Native Americans, she was immediately smitten. It took him a while to notice.

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Brooks Barnes

How ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Became a Sleeper Hit

The “Lion King” prequel arrived to weak ticket sales last month, but moviegoers have since embraced it, pushing global box office returns toward $700 million.

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Corey Kilgannon

The Life and Legacy of Peter Forrest, the Charismatic Lead Singer for 24-7 Spyz

Peter Forrest was the charismatic lead singer of 24-7 Spyz, which did shows with Jane’s Addiction. Last week, Mr. Forrest, 64, was found beaten to death in the ambulette he drove for a living.

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Julian E. Barnes

C.I.A.’s Chatbot Stands In for World Leaders

The spy agency is trying to give its teams better tools and make it easier for the private sector to develop technology for their secretive work.

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Sean Spicer, Adam B. Ellick and Jonah M. Kessel

Sean Spicer Has Regrets. But He Still Believes in Trump.

A former White House press secretary shares his predictions for Trump’s second term.

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David Brooks, Ross Douthat and Michelle Goldberg

‘We’d Have Been Better Off if Trump Won in 2020’: Three Columnists Brace for the First 100 Days

What kind of disruptions does America need? And what will Trump not actually follow through on?

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Esther Zuckerman

Sex Scenes in Movies Are Back, but They Aren’t Exactly Sexy

Instead, these moments in “Anora,” “Babygirl,” “Challengers” and more involve complex power dynamics that speak volumes about their characters.

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Erica L. Green

Biden to Spend a Last Day as President in Charleston

President Biden will spend his final full day in office in Charleston, S.C., where five years ago he revived his flailing campaign.

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Edward Wong

Jake Sullivan, White House National Security Adviser, Reflects on China Policy

President Biden and his team saw China as the one nation with the intent and capability to displace American primacy — and crafted policies to defend U.S. power.

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