A rapid rise in demand has left pubs across Britain facing a potential shortage of Guinness in the run-up to Christmas. Distributors have been allocating less than “usual” to pubs to try and “make sure there’s enough stock to meet …
Guinness: how Irish stout became a British obsession Read MoreBy Wyatte Grantham-Philips | The Associated Press US consumers who were “tricked” into purchases they didn’t want from Fortnite maker Epic Games are now starting to receive refund checks, the Federal Trade Commission said this week. Back in 2022, Epic …
Fortnite players ‘tricked’ into unwanted purchases are getting refunds. Here’s how Read MoreBy Kelsey Butler | Bloomberg One in three Americans are stockpiling daily necessities like toilet paper and non-perishable food out of fear that President-elect Donald Trump’s pledge to add tariffs to imported goods will lead to higher prices, according to …
Fear of Trump tariffs sending Americans into debt as pantry stockpiling rises Read MoreFor the first time in the history of the Los Angeles City Council, women make up the majority of its 15-member body. Ysabel Jurado, who ousted embattled incumbent Kevin de León in last month’s election to represent Council District 14 …
For first time in history, women are a majority on Los Angeles City Council Read MoreTwo men were arrested after a violent bar fight that involved an argument over the Israeli/Palestinian conflict escalated into one man driving a car into two others, injuring one significantly, police said. On Saturday, Dec. 7 around 2:19 a.m., after …
2 arrested after violent California bar fight that escalated from argument over Israeli/Palestinian conflict Read MoreGoogie Rene Harris Sr., who could be sentenced to death in January for killing his wife in 1998, said in a jailhouse interview that he wants to fire his attorneys and receive a new trial. “I’ll beat this,” Harris, 68, …
In jailhouse interview, California man maintains innocence after conviction in wife’s 1998 murder Read MoreSanta Ana winds are spreading the Franklin fire in Malibu, where 2,667 acres were scorched by just before noon on Tuesday, Dec. 10. “We have a northeast wind coming off the Santa Monica Mountains with gusts up to 40 miles …
Franklin fire: How gusty winds are whipping the wildfire in Malibu and how long they will last Read MoreA man from Texas and a woman from Reseda have been arrested in the killing of a Woodland Hills doctor whose body was found outside his clinic by his car this summer, police announced on Tuesday evening, Dec. 10. Los …
2 arrested in ambush killing of California doctor outside his clinic in August Read MoreThe San Diego County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution Tuesday that aims to completely restrict county agencies from cooperating with federal authorities on immigration enforcement. The vote comes weeks before President-elect Donald Trump, who has pledged mass deportations and …
California’s 2nd largest county aims to further limit cooperation with immigration authorities, but sheriff pushes back Read MoreBART is running out of federal assistance and threatens drastic service cuts if we don’t make up a $350 million annual deficit. The pandemic-devastated ridership is still not at half of pre-COVID levels. But even if usage had recovered, the …
Opinion: To boost BART, make rides free and raise taxes to cover costs Read MoreBy Tom Krisher | The Associated Press General Motors said Tuesday it will retreat from the robotaxi business and stop funding its money-losing Cruise autonomous vehicle unit. Instead, the Detroit automaker will focus on development of partially automated driver-assist systems …
GM pulling plug on robotaxis and San Francisco based Cruise autonomous vehicle unit Read MoreThe Pro Football Hall of Fame honors the NFL’s most outstanding contributors. However, several legends with remarkable careers remain un-inducted. While the Hall celebrates many of the game’s greatest players, coaches and figures, its selection process often leaves deserving individuals …
10 More NFL Legends Still Snubbed From the Pro Football Hall of Fame Read MoreThe New York Yankees have agreed to an eight-year, $218 million deal with left-handed starter Max Fried. The Yankees had some moves to make this winter, and with more expected on the way, this was a good step in the …
Yankees Predicted to Trade All-Star After Max Fried Move Read MoreWith the New York Yankees having a few holes on their roster, they could look to salary dump a player or two. While that isn’t always easy, the Yankees should find a way to accomplish that with certain players on …
Yankees Predicted to Salary Dump $37 Million Veteran Read MoreSyrians are dancing in the streets of Damascus and other cities to celebrate the collapse of the hideous regime of Bashar al-Assad, the man responsible for an estimated 600,000 dead in a 13-year-long civil war — including tens of thousands …
Rubin: Assad’s fall deals a blow to Russia and Iran, but Syria’s future uncertain Read More<p id=”par-1_41″>Another week, another <em>Shrinking</em> recap. In the Dec. 11 episode of <em>Shrinking</em>, there are surprises—both good and bad—and truth bombs as <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/shrinking-season-2-lukita-maxwell-fun-shock-kiss-reminded-harry-potter.html/”>Alice (Lukita Maxwell)</a> turns 18. Ahead, what happens in the latest episode of the Emmy-nominated <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tv/”>TV …
‘Shrinking’ Dec. 11 Episode Recap: Truth Bombs, Birthday Cake, and a ‘How I Met Your Mother’ Reunion Read MoreThe Fox Chain O’Lakes area is the great destination for ice fishing by Chicago-area anglers. But public access is the challenge, here are some options: Hermann’s Rest-A-While (Nielsen’s Channels), $5 parking, food, drink. Musky Tales (Channel Lake), $5 parking includes …
Accessing ice fishing on the Fox Chain O’Lakes Read MoreDEAR ABBY: I have been with my partner for three years. We met on a dating site but were not able to get together often because of prior plans and vacations we both had scheduled. I have now found out …
Dear Abby: My partner’s emails reveal he was seeing a woman on the side Read MoreA man was found fatally shot early Wednesday in North Lawndale on the West Side. Around 12:45 a.m., the man, 23, was found on the street in the 1100 block of South Francisco Avenue with multiple gunshot wounds to his …
Man fatally shot in North Lawndale Read MoreThe movies they’re making or talking about in movies about movies often look like they’re not very good movies. In “The Fall Guy,” they’re making a sci-fi adventure called “Metalstorm” that looks like a big-budget bomb. In Robert Altman’s “The …
‘Oh, Canada’: Experimental biopic goes out of its way to confuse Read MoreA man was fatally shot early Wednesday at the mouth of a South Chicago alley on the South Side. Around 1:30 a.m., the man, whose age wasn’t immediately known, was found shot in the head in the 2500 block of …
Man fatally shot in South Chicago alley Read MoreCELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mo’Nique, 57; Gary Dourdann, 58; Jermaine Jackson, 70; Bess Armstrong, 71. Happy Birthday: Test yourself, do the legwork and push your mind to figure out what matters most and how to get your life on …
Horoscopes Dec. 11, 2024: Gary Dourdann, a passionate approach to earning your living Read MoreTODAY’S WORD — ORDEAL ORDEAL: or-DEEL: A severe trial or experience. Average mark 26 words Time limit 30 minutes Can you find 30 or more words in ORDEAL? The list will be published tomorrow. YESTERDAY’S WORD — WINNOWED: wend wide …
Word Game: Dec. 11, 2024 Read MoreDear Eric: My wife and I married two years ago. We were both widowed after long happy marriages and feel blessed that we have found each other. When our first spouses died, they were each interred in different local cemeteries. …
Asking Eric: Remarried after spouses died, couple is unsure how to re-arrange burial plans Read MorePresident-elect Donald Trump and his allies have promised to deport people without legal status en masse and to crack down on existing protections and programs that create pathways to legal status. This could impact roughly half a million undocumented immigrants …
Chicago and Illinois have sanctuary laws. What does that actually mean? Read MoreThe San Francisco 49ers face an uphill climb back into the NFC playoff picture. Sitting two games back from the division lead, San Francisco needs a miracle. Although not impossible, their odds of making playoffs are eight percent, according to …
49ers Projected to Lose Former 2nd Round Pick in Free Agency Read MoreThe Chicago Bears aren’t inspiring much faith among the fan base after seven consecutive losses, and family members of prominent players on the roster are beginning to lash out publicly as well. Rookie wide receiver Rome Odunze’s father, James Odunze, …
Rome Odunze’s Father Slays Bears With Brutal 1-Word Message Read MoreDEAR HARRIETTE: I have struggled with body image issues for years, even though I was always fit before getting married. Related Articles Advice | Harriette Cole: Our teens are fighting our plan to move the family to Spain Advice | …
Harriette Cole: The pressure on me to look a certain way is overwhelming Read MoreDear Eric: My wife and I married two years ago. We were both widowed after long happy marriages and feel blessed that we have found each other. Related Articles Advice | Asking Eric: Is it cold of my daughter’s boyfriend …
Asking Eric: What should I do about the headstone that has my name on it? Read MoreDEAR HARRIETTE: I have struggled with body image issues for years, even though I was always fit before getting married. Related Articles Advice | Harriette Cole: Our teens are fighting our plan to move the family to Spain Advice | …
Harriette Cole: The pressure on me to look a certain way is overwhelming Read MoreDear Eric: My wife and I married two years ago. We were both widowed after long happy marriages and feel blessed that we have found each other. Related Articles Advice | Asking Eric: Is it cold of my daughter’s boyfriend …
Asking Eric: What should I do about the headstone that has my name on it? Read MoreThe Dallas Cowboys remain hesitant to give Trey Lance a chance in the starting role, even as their playoff hopes grow dim. The Cowboys are coming off a tough 27-20 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, with a late special teams …
Cowboys Make Final Call on Trey Lance After Latest Loss Read MoreDEAR ABBY: I treated myself to a facelift several years ago, and I’m very pleased with the results. However, I don’t like revealing this to people. Related Articles Advice | Dear Abby: My husband pretended for a year that he …
Dear Abby: They ridicule me because of my facelift. Do I have to hide at home? Read MoreToday is Wednesday, Dec. 11, the 346th day of 2024. There are 20 days left in the year. Today in history: On Dec. 11, 1936, Britain’s King Edward VIII abdicated the throne so he could marry American divorcee Wallis Warfield …
Today in History: December 11, King Edward VIII abdicates British throne Read MoreDEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I have been invited to a wedding that begins at 3:30 p.m. on a Thursday. Related Articles Advice | Miss Manners: Is just holding a wine glass a trigger to a recovering alcoholic? Advice …
Miss Manners: If the wedding is on a weekday afternoon, do they really want us there? Read MoreMoon Alert: After 11 a.m. EST today (8 a.m. PST), there are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions. The Moon is in Taurus. Happy Birthday for Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024: You are flamboyant, passionate and confident; however, underneath you …
Daily horoscope for Dec. 11, 2024 Read MoreToday is Wednesday, Dec. 11, the 346th day of 2024. There are 20 days left in the year. Today in history: On Dec. 11, 1936, Britain’s King Edward VIII abdicated the throne so he could marry American divorcee Wallis Warfield …
Today in History: December 11, King Edward VIII abdicates British throne Read MoreDEAR ABBY: I treated myself to a facelift several years ago, and I’m very pleased with the results. However, I don’t like revealing this to people. Related Articles Advice | Dear Abby: My husband pretended for a year that he …
Dear Abby: They ridicule me because of my facelift. Do I have to hide at home? Read MoreDEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I have been invited to a wedding that begins at 3:30 p.m. on a Thursday. Related Articles Advice | Miss Manners: Is just holding a wine glass a trigger to a recovering alcoholic? Advice …
Miss Manners: If the wedding is on a weekday afternoon, do they really want us there? Read MoreTariffs have taken center stage in recent months, with President-elect Donald Trump campaigning on plans to levy steep tariffs on imported goods to bolster the U.S. economy. Now that he has won the presidency, those proposed tariffs could soon become …
What exactly are tariffs and how do they work? Read More