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This is how the worst fire in Pacific Palisades history became possible
The Pacific Palisades, one of the wealthiest communities in the U.S., is experiencing the worst fire in its history.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
It’s Now Possible to Make Batteries Out of Paper
This startup just won an award at CES for its paper-based battery.Inc. - Jan. 10 -
Can a debt collector refuse my settlement offer?
Negotiating a successful debt settlement could be a little more complicated than you'd expect.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
2 spy agencies float possibility of foreign weapon behind 'Havana syndrome,' but most find no links
A report from the intelligence community released Friday maintains its conclusion that a foreign adversary is not behind the mysterious ailments plaguing government workers, but it opened the door ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
The Supreme Court is considering a possible TikTok ban. Here's what to know
The law that could ban TikTok is coming before the Supreme CourtABC News - Jan. 10 -
Enron Is Back. Could This Possibly Be Real?
One of the pranksters behind “Birds Aren’t Real” is back to revive a company synonymous with corporate malfeasance — it has merch and what it’s claiming is an at-home nuclear reactor.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Cold snap grips UK with amber snow warning and -20C possible overnight
Yellow snow and ice warnings spanning Wednesday and Thursday are in place across the UK.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
‘We need to be in the room’: DOGE Caucus Democrat works with GOP to slash spending
Rep. Val Hoyle (D-Ore.), a member of the new House caucus partnering with President-elect Trump’s announced Department of Government Efficiency, joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the bipartisan ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Matt Gaetz Floats a Run for Florida Governor in 2026
The former congressman was the focus of a House Ethics panel report accusing him of “regularly” paying for sex and using drugs, which helped doom his short-lived nomination for attorney general.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Democrats must work with President Trump — strategically
Democrats must be willing to seriously engage the president-elect’s fickleness. If they don’t, the left will find itself left behind by events as Republicans spend the next two to four years ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Wildfires Roar Through L.A., and Trump Floats U.S. Expansion
Plus, the end of Facebook fact-checking.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Democrats, not Trump, have been shattering our democratic norms
Democrats are patting themselves on the back for not trying to overturn an election they clearly lost. Don't forget that it's the first time they've done that since 1988, and that they've been ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Why investors clinging to cash could lose money in U.S. debt-ceiling fight
Investors clutching cash might soon bear the brunt of a U.S. debt-ceiling fight, which could boil over in the next few weeks without a resolution.MarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
3 reasons Trump keeps floating U.S. control of Greenland — including one tied to tax cuts
Here’s why President-elect Donald Trump keeps talking about one idea from his first term in office — getting control of Greenland, the giant territory controlled by Denmark.MarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
Clyburn: Eliminating debt ceiling only area 'I really agree with Donald Trump on'
Rep. James Clyburn (D-S.C.) said Tuesday that eliminating the debt ceiling is the only area “I really agree with Donald Trump on.” “We should do away with it altogether,” Clyburn told CNN’s John ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Speaker Johnson: ‘Intention’ is to increase debt limit in massive Trump agenda bill
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said that congressional Republicans plan to increase the nation’s borrowing limit as a part of a massive party-line bill that they are crafting that will encapsulate ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Democrats still underestimate Trump
Despite his greatest political win, and arguably America’s greatest presidential recovery, Trump’s opponents continue to act as though his success is a fluke.The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Axelrod: 'Pretty clear' Trump has no desire to work with Democrats
Veteran Democratic strategist David Axelrod says it is “pretty clear” President-elect Trump has no desire to work with Democrats on bipartisan solutions, pointing to Trump's social media posts and ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Should Democrats work with Trump? Nancy Pelosi weighs in
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has a long history of opposing President-elect Donald Trump. Pelosi spoke with CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator ...CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Fluoride once again scrutinized for possible effect on children's brains
A new report once again raises the question of whether there is a link between fluoride in drinking water and lower IQ levels in children.NBC News - Jan. 6 -
Yankees discussing possible Luis Arraez trade with Padres: report
The Yankees have "continued to discuss" a trade with the San Diego Padres for infielder Luis Arraez.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6 -
Trump: Biden ‘doing everything possible’ to make transition difficult
President-elect Trump on Monday accused President Biden of making the presidential transition difficult, citing recent executive orders on climate and other official acts Biden has taken in his ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
What proof must credit card debt collectors provide for a debt?
Debt collectors must provide proof that a debt is valid. Otherwise, they have to stop their collection efforts.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
All 49 possible Super Bowl matchups, ranked
Some Super Bowl matchups are atrocious and unthinkable, some are transcendent and we should only get so lucky.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6 -
The battle for working people
Laura Loomer makes an important point about supporting American workers in the face of global competitionFinancial Times - Jan. 6 -
Democrats look for places to work with Trump 2.0
Democrats say one thing is certain: 2025 won't be 2017, when it comes to the start of the Trump administration. Two months after their grueling and disappointing White House loss to ...The Hill - Jan. 4 -
How the Democrats Lost the Working Class
The theory seemed sound: Stabilize financial markets, support the poor and promote a more secure, integrated world. But blue-collar workers were left behind.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
Jeffries outlines priorities for Democrats after Johnson wins House speaker vote
Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries introduced House Speaker Mike Johnson following the vote that reelected Johnson to the leadership role. Jeffries also called attention to priorities for Democrats as ...CBS News - Jan. 3 -
On possible GOP votes against Trump nominees, Thune says no "clarity" yet
One of the first priorities for Senate Majority Leader John Thune is the confirmation of President-elect Donald Trump's expected nominees.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Johnson secures speakership
It’s a major boon for Republican vows to swiftly implement President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda.Politico - Jan. 3 -
Possible Tariff Effects May Dim Some Buzz at CES
Auto and tech exhibitors at the massive trade show that runs in Las Vegas from Jan. 7-10 will have to factor in the impact of Trump’s promised import levies as they try to grab headlines for new ...Inc. - Jan. 3 -
Debt consolidation loan vs. debt consolidation program: Which will be better in 2025?
Both options can help you pay off your credit card debt faster, but one may be a better choice than the other now.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
New Orleans Democrat criticizes Trump, Johnson over attack remarks: 'This is a time that we should be united'
Rep. Troy Carter (D-La.) criticized President-elect Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) for their remarks in the aftermath of the deadly New Orleans truck attack, saying “this is time that we ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Johnson meets with conservatives as speakership in jeopardy
It's unclear whether House Speaker Mike Johnson has enough support to remain speaker for another term.CBS News - Jan. 2 -
Does the United States need a debt limit?
The federal debt limit has no practical value. This suggests that ending it would be a good idea. Yet the laws of unintended consequences suggest that there are unforeseen effects that may be worse ...The Hill - Jan. 2 -
Search for possible accomplices continues after New Orleans truck attack
Authorities are still searching for possible accomplices in the New Orleans truck attack that killed at least 15 people early on New Year's Day. CBS News national reporter Kati Weis has more.CBS News - Jan. 2 -
Investigators probe for motive, possible accomplices in New Orleans attack
FBI says New Orleans suspect was not acting aloneNBC News - Jan. 2 -
Tesla Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas being investigated as possible terror attack
The Tesla Cybertruck that caught fire outside a Trump hotel in Las Vegas is now being investigated as a possible terror attack. Sources say the vehicle was rented through the same service used by ...NBC News - Jan. 1 -
FBI says it foiled possible attack against pro-Israel group Aipac
Man accused of traveling to offices in Florida with intention of ‘killing, injuring, harassing and intimidating’. FBI agents say they have foiled a possible attack on a US pro-Israel group ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
Former Virginia GOP congressman forms exploratory committee for possible statewide run
Former Republican Rep. Denver Riggleman (Va.) said he has formed an exploratory committee to run for statewide office as an independent. “That’s why we started an exploratory committee, because I ...The Hill - Jan. 1
