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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 - 2h -
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 - 4h -
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 - 4h -
Fed makes final interest rate decision before Trump inauguration
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates Wednesday for the third consecutive month, slashing rates by a quarter percentage point. It was the Fed's final rate decision before the inauguration of ...CBS News - 15h -
Nebraska, PSU make NCAA volleyball final four
The NCAA women's volleyball final four will feature all four No. 1 seeds, as Nebraska and Penn State won regional finals Sunday, joining Pitt and Louisville, who advanced Saturday, and for the ...ESPN - 3d -
Trump picks to make last push for support before holidays
Several of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks will visit Capitol Hill this week to try to gain support before Congress recesses for the holidays. Nikole Killion has more.CBS News - 3d -
Violence erupts in Glasgow ahead of Celtic v Rangers cup final
Police Scotland are using stop and search powers around the Celtic v Rangers game at Hampden Park.BBC News - 3d -
New Jersey lawmaker calls for Biden to take action on drone sightings
New Jersey assemblyman Mike Inganamort (R) urged the Biden administration to take action against the mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey and other parts of the country. "This needs engagement ...The Hill - 5d -
"Blue Bloods" star Abigail Hawk reflects on the series ahead of finale
After 14 seasons and nearly 300 episodes, fans are saying goodbye to the hit CBS show "Blue Bloods." Actress Abigail Hawk, who plays Detective Baker, joins CBS News to reflect on the series.CBS News - 5d -
Trump reportedly considering military action against Iran
The Wall Street Journal reported that President-elect Donald Trump and his allies are reportedly considering military action against Iran after he takes office. CBS News national security ...CBS News - 5d -
Wham! return to No 1 ahead of Christmas chart battle next week
Last Christmas replaces Gracie Abrams’ That’s So True in the top spot as festive classic celebrates its 40th anniversary. Wham! have returned to the UK No 1 spot with Last Christmas, priming George ...The Guardian - 5d -
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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 -
End of an Eras era: what’s next for Taylor Swift?
After a record-breaking $2bn global tour the mega-star is now looking to her next career step. Taylor Swift turns 35 as her Eras tour comes to a close – in pictures Few artists in the history ...The Guardian - 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 -
Biden administration makes final diplomatic push for stability across a turbulent Mideast
Top U.S. officials are in the Middle East pressing for stability in Syria and an end to Israel’s 14-month war in the Gaza Strip in a last-ditch diplomatic push by the outgoing Biden administrationABC News - 6d -
Charlamagne tha God says Biden shouldn't issue preemptive pardons to Trump rivals: 'Makes you look guilty'
Radio host Charlamagne tha God cautioned that potential preemptive pardons from President Biden to political rivals of President-elect Trump could "look guilty." “I don’t think President Biden ...The Hill - 6d -
UK's last Trafalgar submarine makes final voyage
HMS Triumph travelled from Clyde naval base to Devonport, where it will soon retire from service after more than 20 yearsBBC News - 6d -
Here’s what to make of Trump’s promise of expedited permits for big investments
Analysts have been assessing President-elect Donald Trump’s promise — which called out environmental permits in particular — and they’re concluding that while he’s sending a clear signal, the ...MarketWatch - 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 -
As Teenagers, They Protested Trump’s Climate Policy. Now What?
Some young climate activists who were galvanized under Donald Trump’s first presidency are taking a different approach to his second.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
Tobago’s push for greater autonomy fails at final hurdle
Local politicians decry major setback in decades-long battle for more political and economic independence. A new attempt to give the Caribbean island of Tobago more self-governance has been ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Democrats, advocates urge Biden to sign ERA before end of term
Rep. Cori Bush (D-Mo.) led a coalition of fellow legislators and advocates Tuesday in calling on President Biden to certify the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) before his term ends in January. Citing ...The Hill - Dec. 10 -
Buccaneers signing former Pro Bowler, NFC South rival to help bolster defense ahead of playoff push
Tampa Bay adds a familiar face to its linebacker corpsCBS Sports - Dec. 10 -
Will Trump usher in a new era of protectionism?
Foreign investment could be hit if president-elect implements his more draconian policy promisesFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
Travel is finally back — and an era of huge growth is upon us
U.N. Tourism says international arrivals will fully recover this month, marking an end to years of recovery efforts stemming from the Covid-19 pandemic.CNBC - Dec. 10 -
Fannie and Freddie, the Big Mortgage Backers, Face Climate Risks
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which backstop most U.S. mortgages, know floods and fires are a growing problem. But little action has been taken.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Biden makes push to extend Obamacare subsidies after gloomy CBO report
President Biden called on Congress to extend the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, tax credits on Friday after a Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report highlighted national healthcare ...The Hill - Dec. 7 -
Taylor Swift ends history-making Eras Tour
This weekend is the curtain call for Taylor Swift, as the superstar wraps up her blockbuster world tour in Vancouver, Canada. Nancy Chen spoke with loyal Swifties who took part in the historic run.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
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 -
Military advocacy group makes push on Capitol Hill
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Top military group pushes for quality of life measures The National ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Everything to know as Taylor Swift's historic Eras Tour makes its final stop in Vancouver
Taylor Swift’s record-shattering Eras Tour is finally coming to a close after nearly two years of friendship bracelets, surprise songs and sparkly bodysuits.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Biden-era retirement rule may be in jeopardy after Trump takes office
During his first term, President-elect Donald Trump declined to defend a similar Obama-era Labor Department fiduciary rule in court.CNBC - Dec. 5 -
Is the Biden-era blockade on US bank M&A finally over?
Investors and advisers prepare for consolidation among country’s thousands of regional lendersFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Bitcoin hits $100,000 as Trump era hopes grow
Cryptocurrency has climbed more than 50% since US election on bets president-elect will bring in pro-crypto regulationFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
House Democrat renews push to release Gaetz report, forcing action this week
House floor consideration of a resolution forcing the House Ethics Committee to release its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) is expected this week, after Rep. Sean Casten (D-Ill.) on ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
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 - Dec. 3 -
Trump Will Have Enormous Power Over Climate Action. Here’s Why.
Presidents have extraordinary control over climate policy, in part, because it’s been decades since Congress has passed a comprehensive environmental bill.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Why Republicans Might Oppose Trump’s Push to Undo Biden’s Triumphs
President Biden wants to make it more difficult for President-elect Donald J. Trump to repeal his signature legislation, which sent money flowing to Republican districts nationwide.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
A Trump-Biden tag-team can make our Ukraine and China policies great again
Trump has a choice of either burnishing or blemishing his foreign policy record, and instead can chart a uniquely new course that will put him on the heroic side of history.The Hill - Dec. 3
