Simplicity not included (The Charlotte Observer)
Not all gadgets make our lives less complicated, despite good intentions.

Artist transfers local scenes to decor pieces (The News-Press)
There are picture and frame shops, and then there are picture and frame shops with a twist.

Swedish Economic Data Purports Healthy Picture And Continued Momentum (Daily FX)
The volume of imports lessened for the month, narrowing the overall trade deficit in the South African economy. Falling from a record 12.9 billion rand, the November deficit stood at 10.5 billion rand as imports of crude oil declined boosting further gains in the export market.

Column: Big picture — Seahawks are in playoffs (The Olympian)
Sometimes, Seahawks fans, it’s better to be lucky than good. And if you doubt that, just hearken back to the days of the phantom Vinny Testaverde touchdown in the Meadowlands.