Denzel Washington gets minister's license at Harlem church

Make more use of open prisons, former minister says

As he reviews sentencing policy, David Gauke points to Spain where reforms have cut prison numbers.

BBC News - 3h

Brother of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has died at 60

The brother of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has died after suffering from cancer, Downing Street said in a statement Friday

ABC News - 3h

Leaders and politicians pay homage to India’s former prime minister, Manmohan Singh

Authorities in India have declared a seven-day mourning period to honor Manmohan Singh as politicians and public paid tributes to the country’s former prime minister widely regarded as the ...

ABC News - 6h

There’s Still Time to Get Ahead of the Next Global Pandemic

By learning lessons from other sectors, public health can ensure it is ready to face future outbreaks in record time.

Wired - 8h

Manmohan Singh, Indian Prime Minister, Dies at 92

The country’s first Sikh prime minister, he introduced free-market reforms that turned India into an economic powerhouse and sought reconciliation with Pakistan.

The New York Times - 21h

An A.I. Boom Makes Electricians Flock to Central Washington

The rural region is changing fast as electricians from around the country plug the tech industry’s new, giant data centers into its ample power supply.

The New York Times - 2d

20 Big Cats Die From Bird Flu at a Washington Sanctuary

More than half of the cats at the sanctuary in Shelton, Wash., died of the virus over the past several weeks.

The New York Times - 2d

Syracuse vs. Washington State prediction, pick, Holiday Bowl odds, live stream, where to watch, TV channel

The Orange and Cougars are trending in opposite directions ahead of their postseason showdown

CBS Sports - 2h

Syracuse vs. Washington State prediction, odds, line: 2024 Holiday Bowl picks by proven college football model

SportsLine's model reveals its college football picks for Washington State Cougars vs. Syracuse Oregon in the Holiday Bowl 2024 on Friday

CBS Sports - 3h

Charities to get £15m to save surplus farm food

Cash could be used for new technology or to provide training to more staff, the government says.

BBC News - 13h

Manmohan Singh, India's former prime minister, dies at 92

A mild-mannered technocrat, Manmohan Singh became one of India's longest-serving prime ministers. He was chosen to fill the role by Sonia Gandhi, the widow of assassinated Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.

CBS News - 15h

Washington Wizards vs. Charlotte Hornets: How to watch NBA online, TV channel, live stream info, start time

How to watch Wizards vs. Hornets basketball game

CBS Sports - 15h

No, You Don’t Get an A for Effort

High marks reward excellence, not grit.

The New York Times - 19h

Manmohan Singh, former Indian prime minister, 1932-2024

As finance minister, he paved the way for a transformative liberalisation of the state-controlled economy

Financial Times - 20h

India’s former prime minister Manmohan Singh dies

Oxford-educated economist liberalised the country’s economy and paved the way for strong growth

Financial Times - 22h

Former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh dies aged 93

Yahoo News - 23h

Former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh dies aged 92

The ex-politician was admitted to hospital on Thursday after his health deteriorated. Manmohan Singh, India’s first Sikh prime minister and the architect of the big-bang economic reforms that set ...

The Guardian - 23h

Israeli minister flouts Muslim rules on prayer at Jerusalem holy site

Yahoo News - 1d

Chief scout calls for workers to get volunteering leave

He says Scouts gave him the confidence to ignore people telling him to get the guy who shot at him.

BBC News - 1d

Pope shares Christmas message, marking start of church's Holy Year

Pilgrims lined up to walk through the great Holy Door at the entrance of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome as Christmas marks the start of the 2025 Holy Year celebration.

CBS News - 1d

Twenty big cats die of bird flu at sanctuary in Washington state

Bengal tiger, cougars, a lynx and bobcats dead as disease spreads rapidly among US poultry flocks and dairy herds. Twenty big cats, including a Bengal tiger, four cougars, a lynx and four bobcats, ...

The Guardian - 1d

20 big cats die from bird flu at Washington wildlife sanctuary

Bird flu ripped through a Washington state wildlife sanctuary, killing 20 big cats, the center said in a Facebook post, calling the deaths a "significant loss."

NBC News - 1d

Packers get 'good news' on Watson's knee injury

Tests on Packers wide receiver Christian Watson's left knee showed no structural damage, coach Matt LaFleur said Tuesday.

ESPN - 2d

Church must 'be changed' after abuse scandals, Archbishop says

Stephen Cottrell, the Archbishop of York, has faced calls to resign over his handling of a sexual abuse case involving a priest.

BBC News - 2d

Germany's ex-finance minister calls for Syrians to return home

Yahoo News - 2d

Trump brings Silicon Valley to Washington

Silicon Valley is coming to Washington in force, as tech leaders take on prominent roles — both official and unofficial — in President-elect Trump’s second term. Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk is ...

The Hill - 2d

UK government art collection should be more visible to public, says minister

Sir Chris Bryant says works must also remain a valuable part of the country’s soft power

Financial Times - 2d

St. Peter's Basilica restored for Catholic Church's 2025 Jubilee Year

Pope Francis will celebrate the Vatican's traditional Christmas Eve midnight mass in a newly restored St. Peter's Basilica. It's one of a series of projects in Rome as the city prepares to usher in ...

CBS News - 2d

Get Ready to Pay the “AI Tax” Next Year

AI-related spending is set to increase next year. Is the juice worth the squeeze?

Inc. - 3d

WNBA coaching offseason hires complete with Washington and Dallas both finding new head coaches

The WNBA now has all of its head coaching spots filled after there were a record seven open positions this offseason

ABC News - 3d

Christians in Gaza, Huddled in Churches, Celebrate Christmas

Some say that the community is in danger of losing its 1,600-year foothold in the enclave and that it is far from certain those who have fled will ever feel safe enough to return home.

The New York Times - 3d

South Korean opposition plans to impeach prime minister

Yahoo News - 3d

We should all sing the praises of City of London churches

These historic buildings remain important places of sanctuary, heritage and inspiration for many

Financial Times - 3d

Tonga government elects ’Aisake Valu Eke as new prime minister

The new leader was chosen by secret ballot two weeks after the previous premier resigned abruptly amid a power struggle with the Pacific nation’s royal family. Tonga’s government elected a new ...

The Guardian - 3d

Defense minister acknowledges Israel killed Hamas leader

Yahoo News - 3d

France’s new premier selects Eric Lombard as finance minister

François Bayrou unveils members of cabinet and starts to focus on trying to enact a budget

Financial Times - 3d

In a Surprise, the SBA Grants 4 New SBLC Licenses

It’s the second year in a row that the agency has expanded its roster of small business lenders.

Inc. - 3d

Immigrants prepare action plans after Trump says he will allow ICE to act in schools, churches and hospitals

Immigrant's rights advocates are helping vulnerable families prepare plans of action in case an undocumented relative is suddenly detained or deported.

NBC News - 3d

Bangladesh asks India for extradition of former prime minister

Yahoo News - 3d

Denzel Washington gets minister's license at Harlem church

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