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Austria tamps down New Year's Eve parties to fight omicron

Austria tamps down New Year's Eve parties to fight omicron

VIENNA (AP) — Austria announced a slate of new restrictions Wednesday aimed at slowing the spread of the omicron variant, including closing restaurants earlier and imposing stricter entry requirements for people from countries where the variant is al
Wait, whom should we tip for the holidays - and how much?

Wait, whom should we tip for the holidays - and how much?

You’re likely planning to give some extra love to family and friends this time of year. But what about your dog walker or babysitter? If you haven’t already, consider showing appreciation for your service providers with a gift or bonus gratuity.
Spain's huge Christmas lottery offers distraction from virus

Spain's huge Christmas lottery offers distraction from virus

MADRID (AP) — Spaniards looking for a respite from the pandemic’s gloom and doom turned their attention Wednesday to a rite that for more than two centuries has marked the beginning of the festive period: the country’s bumper Christmas lottery, known
Edmunds: 2022 Ford Maverick vs. 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Edmunds: 2022 Ford Maverick vs. 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Remember the compact trucks that were popular in the 1980s and 1990s? Well, they’ve made a comeback for the 2022 model year via the all-new Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz .
After SCOTUS hearing, a new look at baby 'safe haven' laws

After SCOTUS hearing, a new look at baby 'safe haven' laws

PHOENIX (AP) — For years, Nicole Olson had longed for a baby and gone through a rigorous and emotional adoption process. Then Olson and her husband got a call asking if they'd like to adopt a newborn. That day. As soon as possible.
De Blasio says 'No more shutdowns' as NYC faces virus spike

De Blasio says 'No more shutdowns' as NYC faces virus spike

NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said he's committed to keeping the city open as it grapples with a huge spike in coronavirus cases.
New Jersey governor signs aid bill for Atlantic City casinos

New Jersey governor signs aid bill for Atlantic City casinos

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill Tuesday night that will give tax relief to Atlantic City’s casinos — and possibly prevent the closure of as many as four of them.
Review: 'Matrix Resurrections' rewrites its programming

Review: 'Matrix Resurrections' rewrites its programming

How deep does the rabbit hole go? Deep enough, it turns out, to accommodate at least four movies, several videogames, a comic and countless pairs of sunglasses.
‘Summer of Soul,’ ‘Drive My Car’ make Oscars shortlist

‘Summer of Soul,’ ‘Drive My Car’ make Oscars shortlist

Documentaries about Julia Child, “Black Woodstock,” the pandemic and The Velvet Underground and acclaimed international films like Japan’s “Drive My Car,” Iran’s “A Hero” and Norway’s “The Worst Person in the World” just got a little closer to scorin
Fauci says Fox's Watters should be fired for comments on him

Fauci says Fox's Watters should be fired for comments on him

NEW YORK (AP) — Fox News defended Jesse Watters on Tuesday after he used the phrase “kill shot” in a speech urging young conservatives to confront Dr. Anthony Fauci in public with a hostile interview.
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