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Zenefits CEO David Sacks to step dow

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

Zenefits, a once high-flying human resources software startup that defined Silicon Valley’s recent technology boom, has been trying to recover its footing after being rocked by scandal over its business practices earlier this year. [...] David Sacks, the chief executive officer of Zenefits and the tech veteran who was charged with rejuvenating the embattled company, plans to leave his position. Last week, the Information reported that Sacks was considering stepping aside as chief executive officer... Читать дальше...

VA, VAF spar over eviction, although lawyers reach accord

«La Crosse Tribune» (lacrossetribune.com) 

TOMAH — The Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Tomah and the Veterans Assistance Foundation continue to duel over of the pending eviction of the foundation’s programs, although their agreement now calls for it to vacate one of two floors by…

Fountain City man sent to prison for sex crimes

«La Crosse Tribune» (lacrossetribune.com) 

A Fountain City man has been sentenced to two years in state prison and eight years of probation and extended supervision for sex crimes involving a 15-year-old girl.

How the Dow Jones industrial average finished Monday

«TDN» (tdn.com) 

U.S. stocks resumed their climb Monday as investors bought stocks that stand to benefit from economic growth, like banks, as well as technology companies, which have been mostly left out of a post-election rally. The Dow Jones industrial set another…

How the Dow Jones industrial average finished Monday

«La Crosse Tribune» (lacrossetribune.com) 

U.S. stocks resumed their climb Monday as investors bought stocks that stand to benefit from economic growth, like banks, as well as technology companies, which have been mostly left out of a post-election rally. The Dow Jones industrial set another…



How the Dow Jones industrial average finished Monday

«Seattle Post-Intelligencer» (seattlepi.com) 

U.S. stocks resumed their climb Monday as investors bought stocks that stand to benefit from economic growth, like banks, as well as technology companies, which have been mostly left out of a post-election rally. The Nasdaq composite jumped 53.24 points, or 1 percent, to 5,308.89.

Confrontations, stolen property in background of Ghost Ship leader

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

Court records show that the man in charge of the cluttered Oakland warehouse that erupted in flames Friday night, killing dozens of partyers, had been investigated for stealing a trailer, having confrontations with tenants and holding illegal parties. Derick Ion Almena , who is on probation for a felony conviction and is being investigated for alleged wrongdoing associated with the fire, finally spoke out as former residents accused him of ignoring fire danger. Alameda County coroner’s investigators... Читать дальше...

ConocoPhillips and Fairpoint rise; Dominion falls

«Seattle Post-Intelligencer» (seattlepi.com) 

Technology stocks, which have struggled since the presidential election a month ago, recovered some ground Monday. The Army Corps of Engineers denied a permit for the Dakota Access oil pipeline Energy Transfer Partners wants to build in North Dakota. The natural gas company said it will sell assets in northern Louisiana for $450 million.

Why American Atheists Aim To Make Christmas Great Again

Sputnik International 

In Louisiana, the American Atheists (AA) organization is encouraging highway drivers to skip going to church this holiday season with a billboard riding on the coattails of President-elect Donald Trump’s signature campaign slogan: "Make Christmas Great Again…Skip Church."

The story behind 'Krampus,' Santa's demonic helper who exists to scare children into being good

BusinessInsider.com 

Reuters/Dominic Ebenbichler

The INSIDER Summary:

• Countries like Austria and Germany celebrate "St. Nicholaus" on December 6th, and have a Krampuslauf, or Krampus Run, the night before.
• Krampus is  Saint Nich's helper, but he is unbelievably scary: so scary that he was actually banned a few times — alternatively by the Catholic Church and the Austrian government.


I have a vivid memory of my friend hanging off a door horizontally, her nails digging into the wooden frame as a giant... Читать дальше...

Trump taps Carson to lead housing agency

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

NEW YORK — President-elect Donald Trump, moving closer to filling his Cabinet, chose former campaign rival Ben Carson on Monday to be secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development. In a statement, Trump said he was “thrilled to nominate” Carson, describing the retired neurosurgeon as having “a brilliant mind” and being “passionate about strengthening communities and families within those communities.” The discussion at that time centered on speculation that he might be selected to... Читать дальше...

Teacher, musicians among those killed in warehouse fire

Las Vegas Sun (lasvegassun.com) 

A teacher, the son of a sheriff's deputy and young artists who loved music were among those killed when a fire tore through a converted Oakland warehouse during a dance party. The death toll from Friday night's fire climbed to 36 on Monday with more bodies still ...

2016 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Model Diet And Exercise Tips: How To Look Like A VS Angel

International Business Times 

The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Angels are renowned as some of the most beautiful women in the world—and they’re also generous with their tips. Some of the top models shared their diet and exercise tips before the 2016 edition of the show aired Monday. Portions and nutrition are most important for Adriana Lima. “I really watch my portions, and work out when I can—it is definitely hard with work and my two kids,” the Brazilian beauty told StyleCaster in 2013.





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