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Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributorsPeter Yarrow, whose Peter, Paul and Mary trio helped bridge folk music into the pop world with such hit songs as "Puff the Magic Dragon" and "If I Had a Hammer," has died at 86.

'60s Folk Icon Dies

Also: Alcohol’s grip | Positive start | Oversized vehicles | Remember Jan. 6 | Housing scarcity. Mercury News reader letters to the editor for Jan. 8, 2025.Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Getting tough on

Letters: It’s up to all of us to get tough on crime

It's 2025, and the TikTok crowd is ditching mascara. As I type this sentence, the hashtag #fullfacenomascara has accrued over 1.6 million views on the app with users claiming that the look "just hits different" and makes removal at the end of the day such a breeze (a not-insignificant perk!).

I've Been Championing the No-Mascara Trend for Years—Here's What Makes It so 2025

‘As someone who works at Toyota…’While most people report feeling ripped off by auto mechanics, many women say that they have an especially poor time trying to get their car serviced at a reasonable price.There’s some data that bears this out. According to research from Northwestern University cited by Edmunds, while women are often more effective at negotiation in the field, “women are often, but not always, charged more than men for auto repairs.”

‘Nissan acted like I didn’t have It’: Toyota dealership tells woman her key fob replacement is $1,000. Then she asks again

The famed DJ on ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’ died at the age of 40 in 2022Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and moreStay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more

Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ widow Allison Holker reveals ‘triggering’ way she discovered husband’s drug addiction

The Biden administration's recent rule has the potential to transform financial access for millions of Americans. By eliminating unpaid medical bills from credit reports, this new regulation is poised to significantly improve consumer credit access across the nation.Medical debt has long been a hidden barrier for many individuals and families when it comes to maintaining a healthy credit score.

Biden's New Rule Boosts Credit Scores, Opens Doors for Homebuyers

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – It seems logical that the Harlem Globetrotters would have started in Harlem, but the dynamic hoopsters actually got their start in Illinois. Abe Saperstein, a Jewish immigrant from Chicago’s South Side, was the mastermind behind the growth of the Globetrotters.

ALPLM author discussion: How a Chicago man’s vision created the Globetrotters

'If Meta is upset it created a tool to censor, it should look in the mirror,' PolitiFact executive director Aaron Sharockman postedJoin Fox News for access to this contentPlus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge.

PolitiFact executive rips Meta’s Zuckerberg for announcing the end of fact-checking on his platforms

‘Charity on camera is my number one pet peeve.’Many retail workers are busy restocking items that have been returned after the holiday rush. But one Walmart shopper shares the shocking reason behind two carts of returned children’s clothing.In a video with over 2.9 million views, TikToker Lexi (@lexilousimons82) shows two shopping carts filled past the brim with children’s clothing.

‘Why are people like this?’ Walmart shopper says customer returned 2 carts of children’s clothes. Then she learns the real reason why

The volleyball world is full of drama recently, from the emergence of new leagues like LOVB with the presence of NCAA legends to the storm of the players’ transfers. And talking about changes, Jovana Mirosavljević is in the news for her latest shake-up that has created a buzz.

Volleyball Star Jovana Mirosavljević Moves Over Omaha Supernovas’ Shocking Decision to Begin New Chapter

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that up to a 'battalion' of Russian and North Korean soldiers were killed in an attack on a Kursk village held by UkraineThe Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Russian and North Korean soldiers were slaughtered in an attack on a Kursk village.

Entire battalion of Russian and North Korean troops slaughtered in attack on Ukraine-held village

Social Security payment dates are changing in 2025, impacting over 60 million Americans' financial routines. Understanding these changes can greatly benefit your budgeting and cash flow strategies.**Navigating the New Payment Schedule**In 2025, Social Security payment dates will shift for many recipients, including those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

2025 Social Security Payment Shifts: What 60 Million Americans Need to Know

Steam now features the launch of    Chocolate Factory Simulator , offering a golden ticket to this steampunk confectionary game for Windows from Games Incubator and PlayWay. This features a 15% launch discount as long as you indulge your sweet tooth over the next two weeks. The  Official Release Trailer  takes a look, and here's more on this variation on a world of pure imagination: In Chocolate Factory Simulator you will enter a world where steam technology meets confectionery art. With your faithful assistant

Chocolate Factory Simulator Released [Jan 07, 2025, 7:18 pm ET] – Post a Comment

Didn't have this on my bingo card for 2025.A few weeks ago, we learned that Donald Trump thinks it's a "great idea" to make Canada the 51st state of America.But the internet wasn't even sure if Trump was serious or not — until today, that is.

Donald Trump Said He Plans To Make Canada The 51st State Of America, And People Are Responding With Some Hilarious Thoughts

Finished 'Missing You'? Here are five more Harlan Coben mysteries to bingeNetflix kicked 2025 off with another binge-worthy Harlan Coben mystery thriller, "Missing You," which is on track to be the streaming service's first big show of the year. It's the latest adaptation from Netflix's 14-book deal with Coben and introduces us to Detective Kat Donovan ("Slow Horses" star Rosalind Eleazar).

The 5 best thriller shows to stream after 'Missing You'

‘Omg sue them.’Frequent traffic accidents involving Amazon delivery drivers are raising concern among the public.For example, in one recent instance, a woman claimed an Amazon delivery driver hit a parked car and drove off without stopping. Similarly, another woman said an Amazon driver seriously injured her in a collision after running a red light.

‘The amount of damage is so bad’: Amazon driver hits customer’s cars in the driveway. They can’t believe what he does next

President Joe Biden, right, sitting next to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, left, speaks at the beginning of his meeting with the Combatant Commanders in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, Wednesday, May 15, 2024, before hosting them for a dinner. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh) President Joe Biden, right, sitting next to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, left, speaks at the beginning of his meeting with the Combatant Commanders in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, Wednesday, May 15, 2024,

Biden Signs Executive Order On Monday

Hadley Property Group Holdings LimitedThe Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has said revised plans for a development at shopping centre are "shocking", despite being approved by the Greater London Authority.The multi-storey 230 home development at the site of the Blenheim Shopping Centre in Penge, south-east London, was also criticised by London Fire Brigade (LFB) for not "deferring to the spirit" of fire safety guidance.

Fire safety changes for building are 'shocking'

SDI Productions/Getty ImagesAs the new year sets in, many may be wondering what simple lifestyle changes they can make to improve their health and longevity. The good news is that incorporating a few easy changes to your diet can have a significant impact on overall health — and this includes your heart health.To learn more about how certain foods impact heart health, a team of scientists studied more than 1,000 foods and narrowed them down to the top 100 healthiest. They were then scored based on their

This Vegetable Can Lower Cholesterol and Improve Heart Health

What started as a casual search through the bargain bins at her local Goodwill turned into an extraordinary discovery for Sarah Parry from Keller, Texas, when she stumbled on an oil painting with an amazing detail.While looking through the secondhand goods, Parry stumbled on an $8 oil painting.

Woman Buys $8 Oil Painting in Thrift Store, Then Notices Shocking Detail

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Donald Trump, Jr. made a whirlwind visit to Greenland on Tuesday — as a tourist, he says. He was met by local supporters and a Danish newspaper even blogged the visit.The trip comes in the wake of recent comments by his father, President-elect Donald Trump, expressing interest in the U.S. buying the island.

What to know about Trump and his keen interest in Greenland

Lead Stories has served as a Facebook fact checker since 2019Brooke Singman Stops By To Discuss Metas Censorship ReversalBrooke Singman joins Fox Across America With Jimmy Failla to shed light on what prompted Meta to announce an end to its fact-checking program on Facebook, Instagram and its other platforms.

Fact-checking firm staffed by CNN alums takes Meta axing hard: 'surprised and disappointed'

The North Carolina Supreme Court issued an order Tuesday that blocks state officials from certifying the Democratic candidate as the winner of a razor-thin race for the state’s high court.In a 5-1 vote, all of the Republicans on the state Supreme court ruled to prevent the North Carolina State Board of Elections from certifying the results of the race, where Democratic Justice Allison Riggs holds a 734-lead over Republican Jefferson Griffin.

GOP-controlled North Carolina Supreme Court blocks certification of Democrat as winner of close high court race

ToplineDonald Trump Jr. traveled to Greenland Tuesday amid renewed calls by President-elect Donald Trump for the United States to take over the Danish territory—but the island is unlikely to become the first addition of a new U.S. territory since the Northern Mariana Islands 50 years ago, as leaders in Greenland and Denmark have spurned Trump’s suggestion.

Here’s When The U.S. Acquired Its Territories—And How Much They Cost—As Trump Renews Calls To Take Over Greenland

Pulse oximeters, a device used to measure oxygen in the blood, could get a life-saving upgrade. The Food and Drug Administration proposed new guidance for the devices to improve their accuracy across different skin pigmentations.Scientific evidence shows a disparity in performance between individuals with lighter and darker skin colors.

FDA calling on pulse oximeter makers to make life-saving changes to devices

'Biden’s op-ed didn’t say anything,' Pod Save America co-host Jon Faverau saidTrump accuses Biden of impeding the presidential transitionFox News senior White House correspondent Peter Doocy has the latest on the executive orders from the sitting president ahead of this Oval Office exit on 'Special Report.'

Obama alums trash 'stubborn old man' Biden’s ‘feckless’ Jan. 6 op-ed

Think you know your cars? Prove it!For the first automotive puzzle for 2025, let’s consider these four cars that are listed for sale on AutoHunter or ClassicCars.com. They all are of a similar blue hue. Can you name their respective colors? And, can you tell us the year, make, and model of each?

Blues Hues: Name These Colors!

House Speaker Mike Johnson, at left, poses Friday during a ceremonial swearing-in with Rep. Barry Loudermilk, a Georgia Republican, in the Rayburn Room at the Capitol in Washington. (Mark Schiefelbein/AP)GOP Rep. Barry Loudermilk of Georgia posed with House Speaker Mike Johnson for a photograph to mark the start of the next Congress and left with a guarantee that his investigation into the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol will be formalized as a new committee.The move solidifies the Republican Party’s

Republican-led January 6 investigation to be its own committee this Congress, GOP lawmaker says

David Dolci Ph(d) / 500px/Getty ImagesFlorence, Italy, is a place of incredible beauty. It's the most walkable city in the world, full of historical buildings, art, and culture. However, as you're strolling between Florence's best attractions like the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Palazzo Vecchio, and the Uffizi Gallery, you may notice Italy's "wasp" problem.

Florence, Italy's 'Wasp' Problem You're Sure To Notice On A Trip, According To Rick Steves

Emilija Manevska/Getty ImagesWe can always use more wall storage, and when we can make some for just a few dollars, it's even better. We've seen tutorials for cute Dollar Tree hanging shelves in the past, but a clever new method combines form, function, and affordability. By picking up a couple of Cooking Concepts Bamboo Cutting Boards from Dollar Tree and tying them together, you can create an adorable and practical two-tiered hanging shelf.This easy DIY involves two tools and two supplies and comes together

Elevate Your Decor With A Hanging Shelf Hack Using Dollar Tree Cutting Boards

Happy Tuesday! Here’s your Tuesday Tech Drop, my curated collection of the past week’s top stories from the intersection of technology and politics.Meta’s MAGA makeoverLast week, I wrote about Meta’s promotion of Brett Kavanaugh associate Joel Kaplan to lead global policy, the latest in a series of corporate moves that have made the tech giant much more Republican-friendly in recent years.