Cyclone Chido rips through French territory of Mayotte and heads for Africa's east coast

French Government Falls, Au Revoir Monsieur Barnier

A vote of no confidence for the French PM.

BBC News - Dec. 4

French government toppled in no-confidence vote brought by opposition

The French government has been ousted in a vote of no-confidence, plunging the euro zone's second-largest country into deep political and economic uncertainty.

CNBC - Dec. 4

Trump appoints former Middle East negotiator as hostage affairs envoy

President-elect Trump on Wednesday announced his selection of Adam Boehler to serve as special presidential envoy for hostage affairs in his second term. While the position holds the rank of an ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

Biden Hopes Train Project in Angola Defines Africa Legacy

In his last announced trip abroad as president, Mr. Biden relished touring a U.S.-financed train line in Angola intended to transport goods and critical minerals to port.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

French government is toppled in no-confidence vote

The French government was toppled Wednesday after far-left and far-right lawmakers joined forces to pass a no-confidence measure against Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his Cabinet.

NBC News - Dec. 4

French government collapses in no-confidence vote

Yahoo News - Dec. 4

Biden says 'Africa is the future' as he pledges millions more on the last day of Angola visit

President Joe Biden has pledged another $600 million for an ambitious multi-country rail project in Africa as one of the final foreign policy moves of his administration

ABC News - Dec. 4

England lose to South Africa in ODI series opener

England fall to a six-wicket defeat by South Africa in the opening one-day international after Laura Wolvaardt's unbeaten half-century.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Statue of Russia's Wagner founder Prigozhin unveiled in Central Africa

Yahoo News - Dec. 4

Stripping Down for a Night at a French Museum

To report on an unclothed visit to an exhibition about social nudism, a Times journalist chose to join the party. Her mother did, too.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Niger junta takes control of French uranium mine

Yahoo News - Dec. 4

Miami’s Athletic Director Rips College Football Playoff Committee for Rankings

The A.C.C. commissioner Jim Phillips added that the conference was “shocked and disappointed that Miami dropped six spots to No. 12.”

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Oil delivery to the Czech Republic from Russia through the Druhzba pipeline is interrupted

Officials say oil delivery to the Czech Republic from Russia through the Druhzba pipeline has been interrupted

ABC News - Dec. 4

Oil delivery to the Czech Republic from Russia through the Druhzba pipeline is interrupted

Yahoo News - Dec. 4

Statue of Russia's Wagner founder Prigozhin unveiled in Central Africa

The new monument "is part of the bilateral relationship" between CAR and Russia, officials say.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Flyers Have Big Need To Address Through Trade

The Flyers should look to fix this need through the trade market.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

Wall Street expects the stock rally to keep ripping through New Year’s Eve. But watch these risks.

The S&P 500 just capped off its best month in a year, and is on track to rise nearly 30% in 2024.

MarketWatch - Dec. 4

French government on verge of collapse as PM faces vote

Barnier, who was appointed by Emmanuel Macron just three months ago, is widely expected to lose a no-confidence vote.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Syrian insurgents capture four central towns as government forces reclaim some territory

Syrian opposition activists say insurgents have captured four new towns, bringing them closer to the central city of Hama

ABC News - Dec. 4

High snow totals for U.S. as another system moves East

A break from the snow in the Northeast may come to a close as another weather system threatens parts of the U.S. CBS News' Rob Marciano looks at the weather impact.

CBS News - Dec. 3

Biden in Angola says the future runs 'through Africa'

President Biden on Tuesday declared the United States was “all in” on forging a stronger partnership with Africa as he nodded to the complicated and at times ugly history between the two during a ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Barnier ‘method’ at risk in raucous French parliament

Premier’s diplomatic skills run out of rope with far-right opposition

Financial Times - Dec. 3

WATCH: Alligator drags catch through water

Visitors to Florida’s Everglades National Park were stunned to see an alligator swimming with its catch — a Burmese python so large it stunned the tour guides.

ABC News - Dec. 3

The G20 has 'shock absorbers' to deal with Trump's return as US president, South Africa says

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says the Group of 20 bloc has sufficient “shock absorbers” to function effectively if a Donald Trump administration promotes an America First policy at the ...

ABC News - Dec. 3

49ers RBs McCaffrey, Mason both headed to IR

49ers running backs Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason are both headed to injured reserve.

ESPN - Dec. 3

FAU makes Kittley youngest head coach in FBS

Florida Atlantic has hired Texas Tech offensive coordinator Zach Kittley, 33, as its next head coach, the school announced Monday.

ESPN - Dec. 3

French Government Faces No-Confidence Vote Over Budget Bill

Prime Minister Michel Barnier pushed a budget bill through the lower house of Parliament without a vote. A no-confidence vote this week could topple him and his cabinet.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Biden Arrives in Angola on His Only Trip as President to Sub-Saharan Africa

The president arrived in Angola, where he will highlight American commitment to Africa in the economic competition against China.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

East Coast to See More Freezing Temperatures as Lake-Effect Snow Eases

Snow has been piling up for days around the Great Lakes as temperatures remain bitterly cold in the eastern United States. Another storm system brings the threat of more.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

French government faces no-confidence vote over Barnier's austerity budget

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier is bracing for a no-confidence vote this week, a political reckoning poised to topple his fragile government and send shockwaves across the eurozone

ABC News - Dec. 2

How 49ers are supporting Williams, Ward through unthinkable tragedies

Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers are rallying around Trent Williams and Charvarius Ward after the NFL stars both lost children this season.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Middle East latest: Israel and Hezbollah trade fire, threatening Lebanon ceasefire

The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has fired into a disputed border zone held by Israel

ABC News - Dec. 2

French government teeters after PM Barnier forces through budget

Michel Barnier is unlikely to survive a no-confidence vote, tabled by left and far-right parties.

BBC News - Dec. 2

Massive snowstorm slams the East, Great Lakes region

A snowstorm blasted the Great Lakes region and cold conditions are expected to remain. CBS News' Rob Marciano reports from Cassadaga, New York, and CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has ...

CBS News - Dec. 2