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Here's when Trump nominees will appear for confirmation hearings
More than a dozen people nominated by President-elect Trump to serve in his administration are making their case to Senate committees this week. The busy week kicked off with the Senate Armed ...The Hill - Jan. 15 -
Chicago customs seized 1,500 Glock switches to turn guns automatic in 2024
Most of the Glock switch shipments had come from China, and were destined for various locations throughout the United States, CPB said.CBS News - Jan. 14 -
For These Teenagers in Ukraine, Hope Arrived at the Stage Door
The students in a summer acting course performed a play set in America, called, “It’s okay!” And it gave them hope that their lives would be OK, too.The New York Times - Jan. 14 -
FirstFT: ‘Breakthrough’ raises hopes for Gaza ceasefire deal
Also in today’s newsletter, special counsel Jack Smith issues report on election interference, and Amazon plans AI ‘brain’ for AlexaFinancial Times - Jan. 14 -
How healthy are Donald Trump’s nominees?
A checkup on how 18 top picks are faring in the Senate.Politico - Jan. 14 -
Senate to kick off hearings for key Trump nominees
The Senate is kicking off confirmation hearings for President-elect Trump’s cabinet nominees this week, with a slew of his picks — some controversial, others with strong support — set to appear ...The Hill - Jan. 13 -
We ignore Sudan at our peril. This campaign of mass murder and rape will have global consequences | Nesrine Malik
Almost two years into the war, Sudan is facing anarchy, famine, genocide – and ambivalence from the rest of the world. Sudan’s war, which began in April 2023, is closing in on its second year. No ...The Guardian - Jan. 13 -
Class of 2025? The IPO hopefuls that could revive London
After disappointment in 2024, financial services, industrials and consumer names could debut this yearFinancial Times - Jan. 13 -
Syrians hope for a future without Russia, but it may not be easy
With the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime, Russia lost a key ally in the Middle East -but it still hopes to keeps its military bases in Syria.BBC News - Jan. 13 -
How Biden tarnished his own legacy
The 46th president had his accomplishments - but for now these are partly overshadowed by certain misstepsBBC News - Jan. 13 -
Republicans urge Trump nominees: Don't take the bait from Democrats
Senate Republicans are urging President-elect Trump’s Cabinet nominees to resist taking the bait from Democrats when their high-stakes confirmation hearings kick off next week, marking a ...The Hill - Jan. 12 -
Trump announces newest White House aide nominees
President-elect Trump announced several new picks for White House positions in a series of Saturday Truth Social posts. Early in the evening, the incoming president said Steven Gill Bradbury would ...The Hill - Jan. 12 -
Timelapse videos capture rapid spread of the Palisades Fire
Videos captured within a 40-hour period on Jan. 7 show the Palisades Fire spreading quickly through the Pacific Palisades neighborhood in western Los Angeles.NBC News - Jan. 11 -
Strong Words Support Thought Top Flames Defenseman Is Staying With Flames
For now, Rasmus Andersson hopes he's still a member of the Calgary Flames after the NHL trade deadlineYahoo Sports - Jan. 11 -
Why SEC Basketball Is Its Own Worst Enemy
The conference’s superiority this season also ensures something else: carnage, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
Redick: Lakers want to play, 'give people hope'
Lakers coach JJ Redick says he hopes Saturday's game against the Spurs will be played as scheduled, giving the people of Los Angeles 'hope' in the wake of recent wildfires.ESPN - Jan. 10 -
28th Annual DICE Awards Nominees Revealed
The 28th annual DICE Awards has revealed the categories and nominees for this year's show. The show will be livestreamed on February 13 at 8 PM PT / 11 PM ET.. For the coveted Game of the Year ...GameSpot - Jan. 10 -
Trump announces new ambassador, Justice Department, VA nominees
President-elect Trump announced on Thursday his latest batch of presumptive nominees to serve in his forthcoming administration. Trump announced his pick of Christine Jack Toretti, Pennsylvania’s ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
Warren questions Trump IRS nominee's experience, promotion of tax credit
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) voiced concerns about President-elect Trump’s nominee to lead the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Wednesday, pressing him for answers about his previous experience ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
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Warren: Trump expansion talk a distraction from nominees
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) argued President-elect Trump’s continued talk about expanding the United States is a distraction from the Cabinet picks and nominees he’s chosen to staff his second ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Wind conditions help slow the spread of Sunset Fire
The Sunset Fire broke out on Wednesday in Runyon Canyon Park. Visible flames from nearby iconic locations like the Hollywood Bowl, Dolby Theatre and Magic Castle all led them to close for the ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Judiciary panel sets hearing date for Trump AG nominee
The Senate Judiciary Committee has set a hearing date for President-elect Trump’s Attorney General pick Pam Bondi. The hearing will take place on Jan. 15 and 16, giving Senators on the panel the ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
How weather is impacting the spread of the Southern California wildfires
Powerful Santa Ana winds, coupled with bone-dry conditions, created the perfect conditions for the wildfires that have scorched Los Angeles County this week. Downtown L.A. has received just over a ...CBS News - Jan. 8 -
United flight clipped by another jet at Chicago's O'Hare airport
A United Airlines jet was clipped by another jet while they were taxiing at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said Wednesday. According to an emailed ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Eaton Fire turns deadly as wildfires spread in California
Officials say at least two people died in the Eaton Fire and they expect the number of deaths to grow as firefighters battle at least five blazes in California. Structures continue to burn as those ...CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Latest weather forecast as massive California wildfires spread
The strong winds fueling the wildfires in Los Angeles County spread quickly and led to thousands of evacuations. CBS News Los Angeles teams break down how the fires took over, and CBS News Bay Area ...CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Delays fuel GOP blame game over Trump nominees
Trump wanted a flurry of confirmations on Day One. It’s not likely to happen.Politico - Jan. 8 -
Complete list of Screen Actors Guild Awards nominees
“Wicked” is the leading nominee for the 31st Screen Actors Guild Awards, with the Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown” following closely behindABC News - Jan. 8 -
Justin Trudeau Was His Own Worst Enemy
Justin Trudeau came to power with a new kind of politics — progressive and identity-based. In the end, it proved his undoing.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Watch: Timelapse shows rapid spread of Palisades wildfire
A plume of smoke is seen billowing over Los Angeles in a video charting the wildfire's growth.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
You'll Never Guess The Word That Ended 5.6 Million Wordle Streaks
Wordle has exploded in popularity since The New York Times purchased the word game from its creator, Josh Wardle, in early 2022. The 1,000th Wordle game was played in early 2024, and it still ...GameSpot - Jan. 6 -
Who Owns Jan. 6?
Trump is trying to rewrite history, but history may not comply.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
Raiders TE Brock Bowers tops Malik Nabers to retake NFL rookie reception record
Brock Bowers hauled in his 110th reception of the season on Sunday afternoon in their matchup with the Chargers.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6 -
Rookie Malik Nabers sets Giants' single-season record for catches vs. Eagles in Week 18
Nabers has had a superb start to his NFL careerCBS Sports - Jan. 5 -
Malik Nabers sets Giants team record for most receptions in a single season
Nabers became the Giants' single-season leader in catches despite uncertainty and upheaval at quarterback throughout the year.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5 -
Clyburn hopes Johnson will attempt to find 'common ground'
The South Carolina Democrat is eager to see if Johnson's patience with his fellow Republicans will extend across the aisle.Politico - Jan. 5 -
Mayorkas says he’s spoken 'substantively' with Noem 'a number of times'
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said he has spoken “substantively” with President-elect Trump’s choice to fill his seat, South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem (R). ...The Hill - Jan. 5 -
Golden Globes 2025 preview: Host Nikki Glaser, nominees, more
The 82nd Golden Globe Awards is set to kick off the Hollywood awards season by honoring the best in film and TV. This year, comedian Nikki Glaser will make history as the first woman to host the ...NBC News - Jan. 5