Kerr: Calling officer 'white' was not an insult

TikTok says it will go dark on Sunday unless Biden intervenes; White House calls it a 'stunt'

TikTok said its services will go dark Sunday unless the Biden administration gives a definitive statement providing assurances for the app's service providers.

CNBC - Jan. 18

Biden leaves office believing history will redeem him

The 46th president's successes and failures — and the predecessors who invite the closest comparisons to Joe Biden as he leaves office.

CBS News - Jan. 18

An American tragedy: how Biden paved the way for Trump’s White House return

To admirers, Biden will remain one of the most consequential one-term presidents in US history – to detractors, he was undone by a fatal flaw. His back straight, his voice steady, Joe Biden stood ...

The Guardian - Jan. 18

I.R.S. Commissioner to Quit as Trump Takes Office

Mr. Trump has said he plans to nominate Billy Long, a former Republican congressman, to the role.

The New York Times - Jan. 17

Trump announces White House economic policy team

The White House National Economic Council advises the president on U.S. and global economic policy.

CNBC - Jan. 17

White supremacist jailed for asylum seeker attack

A judge says Callum Parslow's unprovoked assault on Nahom Hagos was "undoubtedly a terror attack".

BBC News - Jan. 17

White House says TikTok ban will fall to Trump administration

The White House said Friday that the TikTok ban will fall to President-elect Trump's administration after the Supreme Court upheld a law requiring the app's China-based parent company to divest ...

The Hill - Jan. 17

White House official says Biden won't enforce TikTok ban

The White House says President Biden will not enforce the U.S. ban on TikTok set to go into effect over the weekend if the app isn't divested from by Chinese parent company ByteDance. That leaves ...

CBS News - Jan. 17

Netanyahu's office says hostage deal now agreed

Benjamin Netanyahu had delayed a vote to approve the Gaza ceasefire deal, blaming Hamas.

BBC News - Jan. 17

Attempted White House attacker receives sentencing

Sai Varshith Kandula, 20, was sentenced Thursday in U.S. District Court to 96 months in federal prison for an attempted attack on the White House on May 22, 2023.

ABC News - Jan. 16

FBI shuttered DEI office last month

The FBI shuttered its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) office last month, according to the law enforcement agency. “In recent weeks, the FBI took steps to close the Office of Diversity and ...

The Hill - Jan. 16

As Trump Heads to White House, Bolsonaro May Be Headed to Jail. Why?

Three reasons help explain why the two politicians have faced such contrasting fates.

The New York Times - Jan. 16

Biden warns of oligarchy forming in US during White House farewell speech

President Biden used his farewell address from the Oval Office on Wednesday to warn Americans of an oligarchy taking shape in the U.S. while issuing warnings of other threats to the nation as he ...

The Hill - Jan. 16

Russell Vought Poised to Expand Power of White House Budget Office

If confirmed, Mr. Vought will be at the center of President-elect Donald Trump’s plans to upend the federal bureaucracy.

The New York Times - Jan. 16

Lloyds to cut 500 jobs and close two offices

UK bank to review more than 1,500 jobs across multiple departments

Financial Times - Jan. 15

White House holds press briefing

Watch live coverage as White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre holds a press briefing.

NBC News - Jan. 15

There goes 80% of the market. That’s one reaction to new White House microchip rules.

The White House on Monday announced new restrictions on artificial-intelligence exports that will impact companies including Nvidia.

MarketWatch - Jan. 13

Melania Trump Says She Plans to Be at White House Full Time

Mrs. Trump did not immediately move in to the White House when her husband was inaugurated in 2017, but she said the second stay was going to be more routine. “I already packed,” she told Fox News.

The New York Times - Jan. 13

JPMorgan to Require Return to 5 Days in Office

Financial institutions have been rigorous in their attempts to force return-to-office policies.

Inc. - Jan. 13

People are still refreshing their Covid wardrobes to return to the office

Shoppers took advantage of holiday discounts to snag new clothes and shoes, with many heeding employers’ ongoing calls to bring staffers back to their desks.

NBC News - Jan. 12

US activist Weinstein wants to be ‘white knight’ of UK stock market

Saba Capital founder says aim of his firm’s campaign against seven investment trusts is a new strategy to help small investors

Financial Times - Jan. 12

Trump announces newest White House aide nominees

President-elect Trump announced several new picks for White House positions in a series of Saturday Truth Social posts. Early in the evening, the incoming president said Steven Gill Bradbury would ...

The Hill - Jan. 12

Former Trump White House lawyer reacts to "hush money" sentencing

President-elect Donald Trump says he will appeal his conviction in the New York criminal "hush money" case after being sentenced Friday without any penalties. Ty Cobb, former member of the Trump ...

CBS News - Jan. 10

FEMA administrator briefs White House press on California wildfires

FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell provided an update during the White House press briefing on federal relief efforts for those affected by the Southern California wildfires.

CBS News - Jan. 10

Watch: White House holds briefing as wildfires ravage Southern California

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Deanne Criswell briefed reporters Friday afternoon, as wildfires continue to devastate ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

Met officer sacked over racist and sexist messages

Charles Ehikioya says he is "dismayed" by the decision made by the misconduct panel.

BBC News - Jan. 10

Lakers' Redick loses home; Kerr: Fires 'surreal'

The Hornets-Lakers game was postponed because of the wildfires in the L.A. area that have claimed over 5,000 structures, including the home of Lakers coach JJ Redick.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Zelenskyy in final pitch for US weapons before Trump enters White House

Also in this newsletter: Will Slovakia really cut off electricity supplies to Ukraine?

Financial Times - Jan. 10

Lammy challenges Trump's rhetoric days before White House return

The foreign secretary talks up UK-US relations - but clear divisions with the incoming president remain.

BBC News - Jan. 9

White powder sent to Belgian PM’s office identified as poison strychnine

Aide of Alexander De Croo hospitalised after opening letter containing potentially fatal poison. A white powder in a letter that hospitalised an aide to Belgium’s prime minister, Alexander De Croo, ...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

Banks Are Racking Up Wins Even Before Trump Is Back in White House

Lobbying by banks helped torpedo a major proposal, and a top regulator announced this week that he would step down from a leadership role.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

Women's transfer grades: Liverpool get A+ for Sam Kerr loan

The women's transfer window is open across Europe. Here are the big deals and how we rate them.

ESPN - Jan. 8

How to Create the Most Productive Office Space in 2025

Kick the year off by refreshing your space with products and tools to help you stay organized and on task.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Kerr identifies issues behind Warriors' poor free throws, layups

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr identified the issues causing the team's struggles at free-throw shooting and layups this season.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8

MMA mailbag: What's the endgame for Meta with White board seat?

What's up with Dana White being added to the Meta board of directors? Is Conor McGregor really getting $250 million to box Logan Paul? All that and more in this week's mailbag.