5 Women Win Reparations From Belgium for Crimes Under Colonial Rule

In a landmark case, a court ruled that the women, now in their 70s and 80s, who were taken from their parents in Belgian Congo, were victims of a crime against humanity.

The New York Times - 23h

Belgian court rules against state in a landmark case addressing its colonial past

A Brussels appeals court has ruled that the Belgian state committed a crime against humanity in the case of five mixed-race women who were taken away from their Black mothers in infancy

ABC News - 18h

Afghan women 'banned from midwife courses' in latest blow to rights

Women at training colleges across the country were told they are not allowed to return to class.

BBC News - 4h

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CBS Sports - 5h

Namibia will have its first female leader after the VP wins presidential election for ruling party

Yahoo News - 28m

A Second-Rate Crime Gets a Second-Rate Pardon

At least Joe didn’t make Hunter ambassador to a major international ally.

The New York Times - 23h

Maternity Leave and Ongoing Consent: New Rights for Belgium’s Sex Workers

A groundbreaking law, which gives some sex workers greater labor protections and social benefits than similar legislation elsewhere in the world, is now in effect in the European country.

The New York Times - 7h

Hunter Biden and history’s most controversial pardons over financial crimes

Almost every president has pardoned someone that left critics howling. Here’s how Hunter Biden’s pardon stacks up with five of the most contentious acts of clemency for financial crimes.

MarketWatch - 6h

A Norwegian rapper suspected of drug crimes and assault is arrested in Poland

Poland's police say they have arrested and opened an extradition procedure for a Norwegian rapper who is wanted in his country for alleged drug crimes, causing bodily harm to a person and assault ...

ABC News - 1d

China's AI balancing act — beating the U.S. but keeping the tech from threatening Beijing's rule

Prominent AI scientist Max Tegmark said the narrative of a geopolitical battle between the U.S. and China racing to build the smartest AI is a "suicide race."

CNBC - 11h

5 things to know about Kash Patel

President-elect Trump on Saturday nominated longtime ally Kash Patel to lead the FBI, tapping a figure who has pledged to reform the bureau. In doing so, Trump signaled his plan to remove FBI ...

The Hill - 1d

Gregg Wallace apologises for 'middle-class women' comment

And, President Biden pardons son Hunter.

BBC News - 23h

For Iranian Women, Can a Revolution Take Place at Home?

Inspired by the movement for women’s rights in Iran, Elahe Esmaili returns to her hometown to start her own resistance.

The New York Times - 20h

Women: TCU jumps eight spots to No. 9

The new AP Top 25 poll is out for women's college basketball. Here's what's ahead for every team in the rankings.

ESPN - 17h

England v Switzerland: women’s football friendly – live

Live updates from Bramall Lane (7.45pm GMT kick-off) The top 100: part one | Send thoughts to John via email 1 min: Let’s see what this much-changed team can achieve. Lots of noise from ...

The Guardian - 16m

Sports Direct under fire for misspelt Cymru hat

Sports Direct have been caught selling a bobble hat branded with "Cyrmu" instead of Cymru.

BBC News - 6h

4 value propositions for climate action under Trump

It is imperative that work continues towards climate adaptation where there is an opening for consensus.

The Hill - 1h

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why has Joe Biden pardoned his son?

Hunter Biden faced up to 17 years in prison on federal tax charges

BBC News - 1d

5 Best Cyber Monday Sunrise Alarm Clock Deals to Grab Now

Our favorite sunrise alarm clocks can help wake you up, and the models we love are on sale right now. Get up to $75 off while Cyber Monday deals still last!.

Wired - 22h

Travel Tuesday deals are here — 5 tips for booking the best flights, cruises and other discounts

What to know about Cyber Week’s latest sales event, which is supposed to be the Black Friday or Cyber Monday of travel deals.

MarketWatch - 3h

5 Daily Habits to Eliminate Digital Clutter and Make You Super Focused

Great tips to keep you from wasting time and help you be more productive.

Inc. - 9h

ServiceTitan’s planned IPO could come with a more than $5 billion valuation

The Glendale, Calif.-based company could raise up to $500 million in its initial public offering.

MarketWatch - 7h

South Korean president, parliament clash over martial law: 5 takeaways

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law Tuesday, accusing the Parliament of being a “den for criminals” and of “attempting to overthrow” the nation’s democracy. Hours ...

The Hill - 24m

Yahoo Sports AM: No win November

In today's edition: The Wizards are historically bad, Week 13 was awesome, Christian Pulisic's breakout season, "Hard Knocks" is back, Munetaka Murakami eyes MLB move, and more.

Yahoo Sports - 7h

Ex-detective accused of preying on Black women dies before trial

Prosecutors say female residents feared that if they crossed paths with Roger Golubski, he'd demand sexual favors and threaten to harm or jail their relatives.

CBS News - 23h

13 women convicted in Cambodia of acting as surrogates for foreign clients

Thirteen women from the Philippines have been convicted on human trafficking-related charges for acting as surrogates in Cambodia for a ring selling babies to foreigners for cash

ABC News - 9h

Utah hands No. 3 Notre Dame women their second straight loss

As in their 76-68 loss to No. 17 TCU, one bad quarter doomed the Irish (5-2). They shot just 2 of 11 in the third against the Utes.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Women at the wheel: the female taxi services bringing safety and independence to Bolivian travel

Cab companies run by women provide safe rides in a country with one of the worst rates of sexual violence in Latin America. The first hint that something was wrong came when Jacqueline Diaz ...

The Guardian - 9h

PFL's Dakota Ditcheva knocks down the door at women's flyweight

Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, Bellator, PFL and beyond.

ESPN - 7h

Under Powell, the Fed Makes Monetary Policy Boring Again

The central bank no longer needs to play a prominent role in the U.S. economy, which is running more normally as the pandemic crisis recedes.

Inc. - 1d

Israel and Hizbollah exchange fire, putting truce under severe strain

Air strikes by Israeli military across Lebanon come after militant group fires rockets

Financial Times - 21h

Parts of New York buried under 50 inches of snow

Dangerous wintry weather is hitting the Great Lakes region, where snow totals are approaching six feet — and it's still coming down. Meanwhile, the eastern half of the country is shivering from a ...

CBS News - 19h

US expands list of Chinese technology companies under export controls

The U.S. Commerce Department has expanded the list of Chinese technology companies subject to export controls to include many that make equipment used to make computer chips

ABC News - 12h

Audit firms sharpen knives for oversight panel under Trump

Threat to accounting board is greatest since it was created in the wake of the Enron audit scandal, accounting veterans say

Financial Times - 4h

Lebanon ceasefire under strain after Israeli strikes and Hezbollah mortar fire

Lebanon says 11 people were killed in Israeli strikes after Hezbollah fired mortars at an Israeli army post.

BBC News - 8h

Biden Administration Moves to End a Minimum Wage Waiver for Disabled Workers

A plan by the Biden administration would phase out a provision that allows employers to pay workers with disabilities less than the federal minimum wage.

The New York Times - 41m

How Private Funds Could Hurt Americans Under Trump

The fund managers who backed Donald Trump’s candidacy have welcomed his victory with calls for new directions in policy.

The New York Times - 5h

'It wasn't perfect,' but Broncos find way to wild win

In a game that featured two interceptions returned for touchdowns by the hosts, the Denver Broncos spoiled career-best performances by Cleveland quarterback Jameis Winston and receiver Jerry Jeudy, ...

ESPN - 7h

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