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How Trump could spare Biden's renewable energy credits and still cripple his landmark climate bill
Trump's nominees could hold considerable power over the interpretation and implementation of the IRA's programs and tax incentives.CNBC - 43m -
As Oklahoma puts inmate to death in last U.S. execution of 2024, 'all eyes' on Biden
Oklahoma on Thursday morning carried out the nation's final execution of 2024, putting to death a former grocery store stocker convicted of murdering a 10-year-old girl in 2006.NBC News - 51m -
Texas moves to reverse impact of Biden immigration policies at U.S.-Mexico border
The Texas government is working to implement ways to deter illegal immigration at the U.S.-Mexico border as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to enter the White House with big deportation plans ...CBS News - 52m -
Biden makes final climate push to show Americans ‘still care’ about planet
New emissions targets set in attempt to leave stronger framework before Donald Trump takes officeFinancial Times - 5h -
Biden, Headed to the Exit, Sets an Aggressive Climate Goal for the U.S.
The promise of deeper emissions cuts will very likely be ignored by the Trump administration, but officials hoped it would send a signal to the world.The New York Times - 7h -
Paris Hilton-backed child abuse bill headed to Biden's desk for signature
House passes Paris Hilton-championed Stop Institutionalized Child Abuse bill, a sweet victory for the celebrity heiress after nearly three years of lobbying politicians.ABC News - 17h -
Biden sets 60 percent greenhouse gas reduction target
The Biden administration on Thursday upped America’s commitment to reducing planet-warming emissions under the Paris Climate Agreement weeks before President-elect Trump is set to take office. The ...The Hill - 3h -
Biden sets new climate goal for slashing U.S. greenhouse gas emissions
The new goal is part of the Paris Agreement, under which member nations must update their emission cut targets every five years.CBS News - 7h -
Paris Hilton-backed youth welfare bill passes House, heads to Biden's desk
The Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act, a youth welfare measure that has a vehement supporter in Paris Hilton, passed the House on Wednesday after unanimously clearing the Senate last week. The ...The Hill - 22h -
Biden comments on dangers of mysterious drones in U.S.
President Biden says there doesn't appear to be anything nefarious behind the mysterious drones sighted in New Jersey and other states. CBS News' Tom Hanson breaks down what remains unknown about ...CBS News - 22h -
A Weary Biden Heads for the Exit
Still stinging from the election, President Biden is pushing for his final priorities but has largely absented himself from the national conversation about Donald Trump after warning repeatedly ...The New York Times - 1d -
4 money experts reveal how to reflect on your personal finances — and set goals for 2025
Feeling guilt about how much you spent this year? Four financial experts have advice that could help you hit your money goals in 2025.CNBC - 1d -
Cody Bellinger traded to Yankees: Former MVP headed to New York in Cubs swap as Bombers stay aggressive
Bellinger has had a career of highs and lows since his 2019 MVP seasonCBS Sports - 1d -
Biden administration offers California's PG&E up to $15B loan to boost climate resilience
The Biden administration on Tuesday announced its conditional approval of a loan guarantee for Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (PG&E) of up to $15 billion, which would serve to decarbonize the massive ...The Hill - 2d -
Bill to officially make bald eagle national bird heads to Biden’s desk
A bill to officially designate the bald eagle as the national bird will head to President Biden’s desk after passage in the House on Monday. While the bald eagle has been a major national symbol ...The Hill - 2d -
‘I’m at a turning point’: Raducanu sets life and career goals for the new year
British player has had time to reflect and wants to embrace enjoyment on and off the court in 2025. Emma Raducanu arrived in South Korea this September determined to end a complicated season with a ...The Guardian - 3d -
Biden’s pardon of son Hunter sets ‘dangerous’ precedent, Sen. Bernie Sanders says
During an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) says he believes President Biden’s pardon of his son Hunter Biden will set a “dangerous” precedent and could lead to ...NBC News - 4d -
Setting Your 2025 Goals? Take a Tip from Arnold Schwarzenegger Who Dislikes January 1 Resolutions
Start dates don’t need to be traditional ‘temporal landmarks.’ Today can be your day.Inc. - 5d -
Biden administration races to cement climate gains
The Biden administration is sprinting to finalize the unfinished pieces of its climate policy, from fully disbursing Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) funds to getting final regulations out the door. ...The Hill - 6d -
Biden administration enters climate policy endgame
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Biden administration enters climate policy endgame The Biden administration is sprinting to finalize any unfinished pieces of its ...The Hill - 6d -
Senate Rejects Biden Labor Board Nominee, Setting up GOP Control
Independent senators Joe Manchin and Krysten Sinema refused to allow a confirmation vote on National Labor Relations Board Chair Lauren McFerran, paving the way for a Trump nominee.Inc. - 6d -
U.S. Solar Industry Touts Jobs, Not Climate, as Its Trump Strategy
National solar power capacity more than doubled during Trump’s first term, but the president-elect’s determination to undo the Inflation Reduction Act requires a bottom-line approach.Inc. - 6d -
Biden commutes almost 1,500 sentences and pardons 39 people, setting single-day record
President Biden announced pardons for 39 people and commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500 others Thursday, setting a new daily record for clemency with a focus on those who were under home ...The Hill - Dec. 12 -
Mbappé nets 50th UCL goal, exits with injury
Kylian Mbappé was substituted after sustaining an injury during the first half of Real Madrid's Champions League clash at Atalanta on Tuesday.ESPN - Dec. 11 -
HEARTS Act supported by Bills' Damar Hamlin unanimously passes in U.S. Senate, heads to president's desk
The bill would provide grants to help prevent deaths from sudden cardiac arrestCBS Sports - Dec. 11 -
Biden Administration Looks to Reinforce U.S.-China Ties Ahead of Trump’s Return
Senior Treasury officials are holding a final round of talks with a new round of economic volatility on the horizon.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
Who Set the Stage for al-Assad’s Ouster? There Are Different Answers in the U.S. and Israel.
President Biden says he weakened Russia, Iran and Hezbollah, laying the groundwork for Bashar al-Assad’s ouster. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the Syrian leader would still be in power had ...The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
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Biden says U.S. will support Syria and its neighbors after Assad dynasty collapses
The U.S. plans to support Syria and its neighbors after rebels toppled Assad's dictatorship.CNBC - Dec. 8 -
Ukraine’s Aggressive Draft Efforts Are Facing a Backlash
After being left for dead by Russian soldiers, Mykola Kulichenko doesn’t think he should be forced to serve. His experience highlights the vagaries of Ukraine’s aggressive mobilization.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
How climate change could make snowfall worse in parts of the U.S.
Experts predict climate change could actually make snow worse in some areas of the U.S. Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds of the U.S. is seeing less snowfall than in the 1970s. CBS News national climate ...CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Arsenal continue set piece magic, Amir Lowery chats open goal project & Alyssa Naeher says goodbye to USWNT
Christian and Alexis Arsenal’s impressive 2-0 win over Manchester United. They also discuss West Ham’s manager situation after another loss. Then, Christian and Alexis bring on Amir Lowery, former ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6 -
U.S. sets Thanksgiving record for whooping cough cases
At least 364 pertussis cases were reported, marking the worst Thanksgiving week on record.CBS News - Dec. 5 -
U.S. Defends Paris Climate Accord as ‘Best Hope’ at International Court of Justice
In a landmark international hearing on climate change, a U.S. representative backed the Paris Agreement, but left unanswered questions about U.S. commitments in a Trump presidency.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Senators grill airlines over "junk fees," stowaway headed back to U.S.
Five major airlines testified before a Senate panel on so-called "junk fees" as more news emerges about a stowaway who bypassed security in the U.S. and ended up on a flight to France. CBS News ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Congressional Democrats call on Biden to disburse remaining IRA climate funds before leaving office
Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) called on President Biden in a letter Wednesday to ensure climate-related Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Bipartisan ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Biden heading back to U.S. from Angola after highlighting American investments
President Biden has wrapped up his historic trip to Angola after touring a port on Wednesday where the U.S. has invested billions. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Martial Law in South Korea Tests Biden and a Key U.S. Alliance
The Biden administration has hailed South Korea as a model democracy and bolstered military ties as it relies on the country as a bulwark against North Korea, China and Russia.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Biden delivers remarks on the relationship between Angola and the U.S.
Watch live coverage as President Biden delivers remarks to honor the past and future of the relationship between the United States and Angola during his trip to Africa.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Biden makes history as the first U.S. president to visit Angola
President Joe Biden will make history Monday as he becomes the first ever American head-of-state to visit the west-African nation of Angola.NBC News - Dec. 2
