Latest in Germany is in a sorry state – and all our leaders can do is yell at each other | Jörg Lau
Sort by
1,575 items
-
Two stars may be orbiting each other near a supermassive black hole in our galaxy
Scientists have spotted what appear to be two stars whipping around each other near the supermassive black hole at the center of our Milky Way galaxyABC News - 11h -
Germany is in a sorry state – and all our leaders can do is yell at each other | Jörg Lau
Snap elections will be a referendum on Scholz’s failed coalition. But our leaderless drift is disastrous for Europe. It was certainly not one of those rather bland debates the Bundestag, the German ...The Guardian - 13h -
NFL playoff scenarios: Here's how Commanders, Ravens, Broncos can each clinch postseason berths in Week 16
Playoff berths can be clinched by five teams this weekCBS Sports - 10h -
The Cuban people deserve better. Here’s what President Biden can do
Former Senator Patrick Leahy and Alan Gross, who was released from Cuban prison in 2014, have called for the removal of Cuba from the list of state sponsors of terrorism and the restoration of the ...The Hill - 11h -
2024 College Football Playoff bracket: One reason each team in field can win national championship
All 12 of the teams in this tournament have a shot at claiming the ultimate prize on Jan. 20 in AtlantaCBS Sports - 15h -
Still no answers on drone sightings in New Jersey and other states
President-elect Donald Trump accused the Biden administration of keeping people in the dark about a recent slew of drone sightings over New Jersey, New York and other states. Officials have said ...CBS News - 1d -
What we know about the drones spotted in New Jersey and other states
The drones were first spotted in New Jersey on Nov. 18 and appear to show up in the sky during the late hours of the night. Learn more about the mysterious sightings.NBC News - 1d -
Mike Waltz says federal agencies "pointing at each other" on drone sightings
Rep. Mike Waltz, likely Trump's incoming national security adviser, said Sunday that "we need to know who's behind" the mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey and surrounding areas.CBS News - 2d -
-
-
Why Democrats Lost More Seats in Vermont Than Any Other State
Even though Kamala Harris easily won the state, voters ousted more than two dozen Democratic legislators, who they felt had not addressed an affordability crisis.The New York Times - 3d -
Sorry, but This Is the Future of Food
Every farm, even the scenic ones with red barns and rolling hills, is a kind of environmental crime scene, an echo of whatever wilderness it once replaced.The New York Times - 4d -
How can we balance the public good of healthcare with our privatized system?
As a wealthy country, we can do better. Let’s hope the next Congress acts to make things better for all.The Hill - 4d -
Tulsi Gabbard is the strong, intelligent leader our intelligence community needs
President Trump's pick for director of national intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, is a decorated military veteran with a commitment to upholding the Constitution and restoring accountability and ...The Hill - 4d -
Why Do Some Rebel Governments Last When Others Fall?
One factor matters most, and it could be a problem in Syria.The New York Times - 5d -
We have no business even knowing each other. But the value of my work wife cannot be overstated | Emily Mulligan
What good is piping hot gossip when you have to explain every character’s years-long backstory and their annoying snacking habits?. Forget the shrieks and hugs at the arrivals hall or the way the ...The Guardian - 5d -
‘They keep each other young’: couple aged 102 and 100 set record for oldest newlyweds
Marjorie Fiterman and Bernie Littman met at Philadelphia nursing home after both of their longtime spouses died. They have written songs about looking for love in all the wrong places and ...The Guardian - 5d -
As Europe Looks for a Leader, Italy Thrives While France and Germany Teeter
With Germany and France mired in crisis, the government of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni looks like a haven of stability, turning the continent’s usual pattern on its head.The New York Times - 5d -
The western myth of the ‘guy we can do business with’
Assad, Putin, Gaddafi — the free world too often gets its hopes up about despotsFinancial Times - 6d -
‘Do we go back or not?’: Syrians in Germany weigh up returning after fall of Assad regime
While celebrating, many see situation in their homeland as precarious and have made new lives. Reem Alali is still reeling from the news that the brutal regime she fled eight years ago has ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Ranking each team's College Football Playoff path: Penn State has smooth sailing, Tennessee faces tough road
The 12-team format means that some schools will have a long journey to a potential national championshipCBS Sports - Dec. 10 -
-
Heisman finalists: 2 QBs, 1 prolific RB and the do-it-all favorite
Hunter will be joined by Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel and Miami quarterback Cam Ward at Saturday's Heisman Trophy ceremony.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 9 -
Germany and other European countries suspend decisions on Syrians' asylum bids after Assad's fall
Germany and several other European countries said Monday they are suspending decisions on asylum claims by Syrian nationals because of the unclear situation in their homeland following the fall of ...ABC News - Dec. 9 -
-
In Germany, a woman is killed every day. That’s proof the sexism we all experience is far from ‘harmless’ | Fatma Aydemir
The daily insults and humiliations women are subjected to here are part of a continuum of violence. When will politicians act? . What is the thing I do 360 times a year – in other words, almost ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
Mike Tomlin: Maybe you'll start believing in our confidence in receivers other than George Pickens
The Steelers made wide receiver George Pickens inactive on Sunday because of a hamstring injury, but that didn't get in the way of a victory.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 9 -
Trump names Alina Habba counselor to the president, with other State Department roles
President-elect Donald Trump announced several State Department roles in a series of consecutive posts on Truth Social on Sunday.ABC News - Dec. 8 -
Syria live: ‘The future is ours’ says Syrian rebel leader after Assad flees – latest updates
Reports from Kremlin source that Russia grants Assad and family asylum; Israeli airstrike on security complex, say regional security sources. We have some more comments from Turkey’s foreign ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
-
Sorry, archbishop, you need to do a bit more work on your ritual contrition skills | Catherine Bennett
In a year of wretched public apologies, Justin Welby beats even Gregg Wallace . Is a crap apology worse than no apology at all? Gregg Wallace, until Friday a strong contender for the worst public ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
Jupiter, ascending: See our solar system’s biggest planet at its brightest all year
Weather permitting, Jupiter will not only be brighter than most other stars and planets in the evening sky, but will also be visible all night long.NBC News - Dec. 7 -
-
The Rich Can Afford Personal Care. The Rest Will Have to Make Do With AI
From personal trainers to in-person therapy, only the wealthy have access to human connection. What are the options for the less advantaged?Wired - Dec. 7 -
2 Women Accused the Same Tennis Coach of Assault. Then They Found Each Other.
A former Wake Forest tennis player alleged that a coach sexually assaulted her in 1999. Decades later, another player reached out with a similar past.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
What you can do to prevent cervical cancer
After years of decline, cervical cancer rates are rising in some demographics in the United States — primarily low-income women and those in their 30s and 40s. If the disease spreads in the ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Yes, You Can Say ‘Merry Christmas’ at Work. Just Don’t Do This
Feel free to celebrate the holidays, but don’t turn all of December into Santa’s workshop.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
Emergence’s AI orchestrator launches to do what big tech offerings can’t: play well with others
It aims to sit above the fray and work well with any application and vendor that the enterprise uses, uniting them all with its orchestrator.VentureBeat - Dec. 3 -
Israel, Hezbollah accuse each other of violating ceasefire
U.S. officials are reportedly concerned that the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah could deteriorate less than a week after it went into effect. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta is ...CBS News - Dec. 2 -
NFC North division race: Here's how Lions, Vikings and Packers can each finish with 14 wins this season
There is a scenario where all three teams can end up 14-3CBS Sports - Dec. 3
