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 Most people think the U.S. crime rate is rising
NBC News · Ken Dilanian
An expert blames a familiar culprit for the mistaken impression.
 A veteran comedy writer is suddenly rendered speechless
airmail.news · Alan Zweibel
In the face of persecution, Jews have often turned to humor. But Hamas’ attack on Israel has left a former “Saturday Night Live” writer jokeless.
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 Idaho keeps some psychiatric patients in prison
propublica.org · Audrey Dutton
A temporary program for “dangerously mentally ill” patients has continued for five decades, despite calls from critics to provide better care.
 Ranking every college football bowl game from worst to best
Yahoo! Sports · Nick Bromberg
Beyond the playoff matchups, there are many intriguing games to look forward to in the coming weeks.
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 Planter’s remorse
futurism.com · Frank Landymore
Guy who urged planting 1 trillion trees begs people to stop planting so many trees.
 ‘The American Society of Magical Negroes’ trailer sends up a racist trope
Mashable · Belen Edwards
“The happier they are, the safer we are.”
 In 2024, fitness clubs will become the new social clubs
mindbodygreen.com · Carleigh Ferrante
An upsurge in community-based fitness groups and organizations will allow people to reap the benefits of movement and connection.
 Comic book expert explains how our favorite heroes have evolved over time
bigthink.com · Jonny Thomson
Marvel Comics are set in a continuous universe, which poses a problem for how characters age and change.
 The best Christmas rom-com is actually ‘Batman Returns’
Vox · Alex Abad-Santos
Tim Burton’s superhero classic is a Christmas rom-com you don’t realize is a Christmas movie or a rom-com.
 30 tips every baker needs for holiday season
tasteofhome.com · Lisa Kaminski
Create your best-ever desserts and make it through the season stress-free.
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