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North Carolina GOP lawmakers override veto of bill to strip power from incoming Democratic officials
North Carolina Republican lawmakers voted to override a gubernatorial veto of a bill that strips the state's incoming Democratic officials of key powers.NBC News - 2h -
North Carolina G.O.P. Brushes Aside Democratic Governor to Expand Power
After cloaking a bill that strips key powers from Democrats as hurricane aid, the state’s Republican-controlled legislature overrode a veto from Gov. Roy Cooper, a Democrat, to pass it into law.The New York Times - 4h -
FIFA Bends Own Rules to Give Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup
Critics objected to the bidding process, and human rights groups raised concerns about workplace safety for the migrants who will build the stadiums needed to host the event.The New York Times - 10h -
5 Bob Dylan movies to get you ready for the arrival of 'A Complete Unknown'
Bob Dylan, ever elusive, has starred in or inspired numerous movies. Here are five to watch before the arrival of 'A Complete Unknown' starring Timothée Chalamet.Los Angeles Times - 16h -
Democratic governors discuss going on offense, playing defense against Trump
As Democratic governors prepare to navigate and resist parts of Trump's second-term agenda, one told ABC News she is most alarmed by Trump's tariff plan.ABC News - 1d -
It's the GOP's world in Washington. The Democratic governors are getting ready
Democratic governors met in Los Angeles over the weekend to discuss the way forward, as GOP is set to control all three branches of the federal government.CBS News - 2d -
Saudis get '34 World Cup; 6 nations to host '30
The 2034 World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia and the 2030 World Cup will be held across Morocco, Portugal and Spain with three one-off matches in three South American countries.ESPN - 8h -
Real Madrid and PSG get it done in the Champions League | FIFA controversially awards 2030 and 2034 World Cups
Elsewhere in the Golazo Starting XI newsletter, Manchester City continue to try and right the ship against JuventusCBS Sports - 9h -
Democrats fear more IRS cuts in funding fight with GOP
The White House and congressional Democrats are fighting to protect $20 billion in funds for the IRS as the tax collection agency faces significant changes next year. As bipartisan funding talks ...The Hill - 16h -
Trump takes jab at 'governor' Trudeau
The president-elect referred to the 'great state' of Canada in a social media post.Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Hegseth makes play to win hard-to-get GOP centrists
Pete Hegseth is looking to win over a pair of key Republican moderates as he tries to keep his hopes of leading the Defense Department from being derailed. The former Fox News host huddled with ...The Hill - 1d -
Do Celtic 'look ready for knockout football'?
Former goalkeeper Joe Hart says Celtic are "ready for knockout football" after their goalless draw at Dinamo Zagreb.BBC News - 1d -
Trump promises ‘fully expedited approvals and permits’ to billionaire investors in the US – live
President-elect also promises faster environmental approvals without giving further details in latest sign of billionaire-friendly policies. Art Arthur, a resident fellow at the anti-immigration ...The Guardian - 1d -
Democratic Governors See Room for Compromise With Trump on Immigration
In interviews, a range of Democratic governors expressed some defiance toward the president-elect’s expected crackdown, but also showed a surprising willingness to work with him.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump trolls Trudeau as Canada 'governor'
President-elect Trump mocked Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, calling him the "governor" of the "Great State of Canada." "It was a pleasure to have dinner the other night with Governor ...The Hill - 1d -
Democratic governors preparing for Trump's 2nd term
Democratic governors are preparing for what could come from President-elect Donald Trump's second term. Several of them attended a conference in Los Angeles over the weekend, planning which fights ...CBS News - 2d -
Democratic governors could be the party's future — and how they react to Trump could set the tone
Democratic governors warned their party not to focus "too much on Trump" and Washington during his second term instead of outlining the party's proactive agenda.NBC News - 2d -
Giorgia Meloni Is Ready to Bring Trumpism to Europe
Giorgia Meloni is ready to be the bridge between Donald Trump and Europe.The New York Times - 2d -
UK 'not ready' for extreme weather like Storm Darragh
The head of the Climate Change Committee calls on the government to invest in adaptations now.BBC News - 3d -
What Republicans and Democrats Get Wrong About Crime
An evidence-based approach to criminal justice would tell us that policing works and long prison sentences do not.The New York Times - 4d -
LAG's Vanney: Reus 'should be ready' for MLS final
LA Galaxy head coach Greg Vanney confirmed that Marco Reus is expected to play in Saturday's MLS Cup final against the New York Red Bulls, despite initial doubts about his fitness due to a groin ...ESPN - 4d -
Wizards losing streak: How bad can it get? Washington approaching Pistons' infamous record after 16th loss
Wizards have strung together one of the longest skids in franchise historyCBS Sports - 5d -
Why some players won't get any Official World Golf Ranking points at the Hero World Challenge
Tiger Woods’ Hero World Challenge has always been viewed as a world-ranking boondoggle for the lucky few who qualify, but this year’s event won’t be as lucrative as a result of a new ranking formula.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Michigan Democrats move to protect reproductive health data before GOP takes control of House
Democrats in Michigan are pressing to pass reproductive health care legislation before the party loses its majority with the new legislative session next yearABC News - 5d -
Michigan Democrats move to protect reproductive health data before GOP takes control of House
Democrats in Michigan are pressing to pass reproductive health care legislation before the party loses its majority with the new legislative session next yearABC News - 5d -
Secret Service chief and GOP congressman get into shouting match at Trump hearing
The final hearing of the House task force that investigated the assassination attempts against Donald Trump devolved into an explosive moment as the acting U.S. Secret Service director engaged in a ...NBC News - 6d -
Secret Service chief, GOP lawmaker get in heated shouting match at hearing
"You wanted to be visible because you're auditioning for this job that you're not going to get," Rep. Pat Fallon told acting Secret Service Director Pat Fallon.CBS News - 6d -
Club World Cup schedule revealed: Messi, Inter Miami get winnable group, standalone opener
The 2025 Club World Cup draw took place Thursday in Miami. Two days later, FIFA released the full schedule — including dates, locations and kickoff times for all 63 games.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
The King William’s College quiz: are you ready to solve the world’s most challenging puzzle?
Pupils at King William’s college on the Isle of Man have been tormented by its annual general knowledge quiz since 1905. Can you rack up more than the average score of two?. Editor’s note: the ...The Guardian - 6d -
Detroit mayor to ditch Democratic Party, run for Michigan governor as independent
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a longtime Democrat, says he'll run for Michigan governor in 2026 as an independent because “there are a lot of people in this country who are tired of both” the ...ABC News - Dec. 4 -
Democrats, GOP lay out competing findings in COVID reports
The House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic held its final meeting on Wednesday and while Republicans signaled a feeling of accomplishment, Democrats maintained their belief that not ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Democratic Detroit mayor launches independent run for Michigan governor
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan kicked off a run for governor of Michigan as an independent on Wednesday, despite having long been a Democrat, an unexpected development in what will be a hotly contested ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Senate Democrats hold leadership elections with GOP set to take control
Senate Democrats are meeting Tuesday morning to elect their leadership for the next two years, after Republicans flipped the chamber in the 2024 elections.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Trump FBI pick Kash Patel gets lukewarm reception from GOP senators
President-elect Trump's nomination of Kash Patel to take over as FBI director — effectively firing current FBI Director Christopher Wray, who still has three years left in his 10-year term — has ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Saudi Arabia's network of spending and influence detailed before getting 2034 World Cup from FIFA
Saudi Arabia’s growing influence and massive spending in global sports have been detailed in research ahead of the kingdom being confirmed by FIFA next week as the 2034 World Cup hostABC News - Dec. 2 -
Penix ready but believes Cousins will rebound
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. said he'll be ready if he's called on to start but believes Kirk Cousins will bounce back from his recent struggles.ESPN - Dec. 2
