Biden administration threatens safety of key military base to appease UN activists

Why parents are concerned over vaccine safety

Vaccine hesitancy is increasing among some parents who are expressing safety concerns. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has more as a new administration prepares to enter the ...

Queensferry Crossing ice closure a 'safety first' decision

The bridge linking Edinburgh and Fife was closed for more than 15 hours due to a risk of falling ice.

Who are the contenders for Trump's next administration?

On the Friday after Election Day, President-elect Donald Trump and his team are racing to staff the incoming administration. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports on the names being floated for ...

Typhoo Tea teeters on the brink of administration

The loss-making firm is attempting a turnaround amid a break-in and fire at its former factory.

Kenyan activist freed after night in police custody

World - Yahoo News - October 28

Sikh Activists See It as Freedom. India Calls It Terrorism.

Canadian and U.S. accusations of assassination plots have drawn attention to the Sikh separatist movement, which India calls a source of organized crime.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 3

Assisted dying: caution and compromise may end in dissatisfaction

Politicians who support a law change in principle may still vote against the bill that currently falls short

World - Financial Times - November 12

Activist takes own life in protest at Iranian regime

Kianoosh Sanjari was an outspoken critic of Iran's leaders and had demanded the release of political prisoners.

The undercover hedge funds financing activist short sellers

When Wall Street’s self-styled financial detectives allege malfeasance, these silent partners stand to reap the benefits

Business - Financial Times - November 15

Nissan Becomes Activist Investor's Next Japanese Target

Effissimo Capital Management says it has built a stake days after the carmaker unveiled sweeping restructuring and cost-cutting plans.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 15

Activists, professors, legislators: who are the Hong Kong 47?

The group are at the centre of Hong Kong’s biggest national security trial and have been handed sentences of up to 10 years. HK47: dozens of pro-democracy activists jailed in Hong Kong’s largest ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

Activist Kianoosh Sanjari’s Final Act Stuns Iran

Repeatedly imprisoned in his country, Kianoosh Sanjari refused to be silenced by the government. But in the end, despairing of change, he silenced himself.

World - The New York Times - 4 days ago

5 keys to a Harris victory

Here are five keys to Kamala Harris making history and becoming America’s first female president.

Politics - NBC News - November 2

5 key factors that could send Donald Trump back to the White House

From the ground game to Nikki Haley voters, there are several variables that could pave former President Donald Trump's return to the White House next week.

Israeli military says it is "conducting precise strikes on military targets in Iran"

World - ABC News - October 25

WATCH: Honoring military on Veterans Day

ABC News’ Bob Woodruff and philanthropist Craig Newmark share a preview of the Woodruff Foundation’s annual “Stand Up for Heroes” event.

Military suicide rates increased in 2023

Suicide rates in the military increased in 2023, a slight uptick from 2022 that adds to a larger, troubling rise over the past decade. The annual report shows 523 service members died by suicide in ...

Politics - The Hill - November 14

Trump signals use of military for deportations

President-elect Trump recirculated a social media post Monday suggesting his incoming administration will declare an immigration national emergency and use military assets to support his mass ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Policymakers warn protectionism threatens global economic recovery

Officials fear rules-based order is under threat as race for US presidency enters final days

Business - Financial Times - October 27

Man Sentenced for Threatening Fani Willis With Racist Calls

Ms. Willis spoke of the fear she felt after a man made “vile” calls targeting her and another Black official in Georgia. The man was sentenced to almost two years in prison.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Volkswagen Profit Shrinks as Unions Threaten Strike

Germany’s biggest automaker said its profit dropped 42 percent in the third quarter, as union leaders warned that workers were ready to walk out over a wage dispute.

Business - The New York Times - October 30

Iranian Officials Threaten Retaliation for Israeli Strikes

It was unclear how or when Iran plans to respond, or whether the rhetoric could be bluster. Iranian officials had downplayed the damage of Israel’s last attack.

World - The New York Times - October 31

'Rangers rudderless as big picture plan threatens to unravel'

A poor start to the season heaps pressure on manager Phillipe Clement, leaving the rebuild at Rangers looking rather rocky, writes Tom English.

Khamenei Threatens Israel With ‘Crushing Response’ to Attacks

His comments came as the Pentagon said it would send additional fighter jets and destroyers to the Middle East.

World - The New York Times - November 2

No, Trump did not threaten Liz Cheney with a firing squad

The “firing squad” claim isn’t even a little bit true. It doesn’t lack context. He simply didn’t say what they said he said.

Politics - The Hill - November 3

José Andrés threatens to challenge Maryland Republican in Congress

Celebrity chef José Andrés could trade the kitchen for Congress if he follows through on a threat to challenge a Maryland Republican, saying the state "deserves better." "I will retire and run for ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

Wildfire emergency in Southern California threatens homes

A wildfire in Southern California grew to more than 10,000 acres, threatening homes and prompting evacuation orders. NBC News' Dana Griffin reports.

Qatar ends mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas, citing lack of good-faith negotiations

Qatar has halted its mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas, citing a lack of willingness from both sides to engage constructively, according to a diplomatic source briefed on the matter.

Restaurant workers' jobs threatened by Budget, bosses warn

Hospitality bosses are calling for changes to what they describe as "unsustainable" tax rises.

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