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Political Turmoil Adds to the Economic Woes of South Korea
Even before a short-lived declaration of martial law thrust the country into crisis, the economy faced grim prospects.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Hunger spreads virtually everywhere in Gaza amid Israel-Hamas war
An Israeli airstrike killed at least 21 people in a designated humanitarian encampment in southern Gaza on Wednesday, according to a nearby hospital head. Meanwhile, Palestinians are struggling to ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Biggest headlines of National Signing Day & Championship Week Race for the Case
Through all of the early December craziness, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and Pat Forde assemble to catch you up on National Signing Day and Conference Championship Week.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Are the Lakers still a championship contender? All signs point to no
There was hope when the Los Angeles Lakers hired a new coach — former sharpshooter J.J.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Urban Meyer has 'no interest' in return to Ohio State, expresses 'full confidence' in Ryan Day amid fan unrest
Some Ohio State fans have been calling for Meyer's return after the Buckeyes suffered a fourth straight loss to Michigan last SaturdayCBS Sports - Dec. 5 -
Bitcoin races past $100,000, fueled by post-election rally
The price of bitcoin has surged more than 40% since Election Day.ABC News - Dec. 5 -
Democrat narrowly flips California seat in last uncalled race of 2024
Rep. John Duarte (R-Calif.) will lose his House seat in what was the last uncalled congressional race of the 2024 cycle, giving Democrats a pickup going into the new year, Decision Desk HQ has ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Europe races to set up €500bn defence fund
Initiative is open to UK and would tap bond markets to boost spending for Trump’s White House returnFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Regulators sign off on new global rules for insurers
Rules will not require insurance companies to set aside more capital but could raise their reporting costsFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Lindsey Vonn to make her comeback to downhill racing at age 40 this weekend
Lindsey Vonn is going to enter an official ski race for the first time in nearly six years this weekend at age 40ABC News - Dec. 5 -
How the Messy Process of Milking Cows Can Spread Bird Flu
On America’s large dairy farms, milking is a vast operation, and the potential for disease transmission is worrying, health experts say.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Old Photos Tell the Story of South Korea’s 1980 Unrest
Clashes during President Yoon Suk Yeol’s brief imposition of martial law echoed the military’s actions during an earlier political crisis that lasted longer and turned deadly.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
National Signing Day 2024: Winners and losers of early signing period, team recruiting rankings
Profiling 11 teams and classes from signing day, from the winners to the losers.CBS Sports - Dec. 5 -
National Signing Day: Winners and losers
Florida State is a big winner on the day while LSU suffered some big losses.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Who were the National Signing Day winners and losers?
Florida State owned signing day after a miserable season, while LSU suffered several big losses and Coach Prime whiffed on his final big-ticket targets.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Final 2024 House race decided with Democrats scoring net gain
CBS News has projected a winner for the last race in the U.S. House of Representatives. Democrats scored a net gain from their last term to create a narrow GOP majority in the chamber. CBS News ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Ange: Spurs eye signing amid Richarlison absence
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has suggested the club will look to sign another forward after admitting his frustration at Richarlison's fitness issues.ESPN - Dec. 4 -
Mary McGee, Motorcycle Racing Pioneer, Is Dead at 87
Her most remarkable achievement came in 1975, when she became the first person, man or woman, to complete the Baja 500 race solo.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Nadler bows out of Judiciary race, will endorse Raskin
Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.) is ceding his position as top Democrat on the powerful Judiciary Committee amid a tough challenge from Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.), — a stunning shift on a powerful ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Wicked storms into Oscar race with major National Board of Review win
The blockbuster musical was named best movie while Daniel Craig and Nicole Kidman picked up key acting prizes. Blockbuster musical Wicked has launched into this year’s Oscar race with a major win ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Trump nominates Peter Navarro as senior economic adviser
China hawk who served in president-elect’s first term was imprisoned for contempt of Congress over 2021 Capitol attackFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Economy cools off after election, ISM finds. Businesses anxious about Trump’s economic plans.
Service-oriented companies in the U.S. grew in November at the slowest pace in three months, reflecting uncertainty about how the incoming Trump administration will affect the economy.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Canary Wharf bondholders sign off on £610mn refinancing
Docklands landlord faces higher debt costs and a challenging backdrop for office buildingsFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Eagles sign a veteran fullback to their practice squad
The Eagles on Tuesday signed a veteran fullback to their practice squad.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4 -
If Trump’s tariffs start a trade war, it would be an economic disaster | Mark Weisbrot
The president-elect’s two main arguments for his tariff threat – to reduce migration and to combat drugs – are not credible. “To me, the most beautiful word in the dictionary is tariff, and it’s my ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Raskin-Nadler race heats up for top Democratic spot on Judiciary panel
The Democratic battle for the top spot on the House Judiciary Committee is heating up as Congress returns this week to Washington, where Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) is challenging Rep. Jerrold Nadler ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
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France's political chaos casts long shadow over economic growth
"At a time when economic growth in France is slowing markedly, this is bad news. The public deficit will remain high, debt will continue to grow," ING analysts said.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
Signing Day's race for No. 1: Georgia battling to finish on top in 2025's ranking of best recruiting classes
The Bulldogs are battling new SEC rival as well as a few familiar foes to finish No. 1 in the 2025 recruiting rankingsCBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
California Democrat Flips Seat in the Last House Race to Be Called
Adam Gray, a former state lawmaker, defeated Representative John Duarte, a Republican, in a reversal of their 2022 race.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Weak Australian economic growth hits dollar
Public spending offsets subdued consumer demand in ‘two-speed’ economyFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Thirman Milner, Hartford Mayor Who Broke Race Barrier, Dies at 91
He grudgingly transitioned from civil rights to politics and became the first popularly elected Black mayor in New England.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Trump’s economic plans may encounter a problem many Americans know all too well: Crushing debt
None of President-elect Donald Trump’s plans for boosting domestic production have “a chance” unless this happens, says one economist.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
Economic hardship looms over Ghana as country readies for polls
Election is being contested between vice-president Mahamudu Bawumia and former president John Mahama, under whom corruption ballooned. When the Ghanaian opposition leader Nana Akufo-Addo won the ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
The winners and losers from the Gotham Awards as Oscars race heats up
There was also a surprise winner in the top category, best feature, which was won by A Different Man.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Rangers sign Higashioka, 34, to 2-year contract
After a standout season in which he finished with a career-high 17 home runs for the San Diego Padres, veteran catcher Kyle Higashioka, 34, signed a two-year contract with the Texas Rangers on ...ESPN - Dec. 3 -
Field grows in Democratic National Committee chair race
The field in the race to lead the Democratic National Committee is growing. Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler and former Maryland Senate candidate Robert Houton jumped in on Sunday. CBS ...CBS News - Dec. 2 -
One of the best MVP races in NFL history is unfolding
Three weeks ago, the MVP was Lamar Jackson's to lose. Then Saquon Barkley went superhero and now Josh Allen is making his push. Buckle up for an intense finish.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
Tensions Rise Among Russia’s Elite as Economic Growth Slows
The slowdown is worrying for the Kremlin but not serious enough to significantly hobble its war effort.The New York Times - Dec. 2 -
Brad Keselowski takes 'natural next step' with RFK Racing expansion for 2025
The NASCAR Cup Series’ return to the race track sits exactly two months away, when the season-opening Clash exhibition marks the unofficial kickoff of the 2025 campaign. For RFK Racing team ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2
