Mitch McConnell expects to back "most of" what the Trump administration does

What does it mean to 'contain' a wildfire?

Deadly wildfires continue to ravage the Los Angeles area as firefighters battle windy conditions to contain the blazes. But what does it mean to “contain” a wildfire?

NBC News - Jan. 13

Trump, Putin call expected soon, Waltz says

President-elect Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to have a phone call in the coming days or weeks, Trump’s incoming national security adviser, Rep. Mike Waltz (R-Fla.), said ...

The Hill - Jan. 13

I’m a Federal Employee. This Is What We Need Most in the Trump Era.

Practical support matters more than encouragement.

The New York Times - Jan. 12

What US workers can expect from Trump’s second term

New administration expected to largely favour employers over the rank and file on issues such as remote work

Financial Times - Jan. 12

How does a criminal conviction affect Trump, if at all?

President-elect Donald Trump will become the first sitting U.S. president to have a criminal record when he takes office in 10 days. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman breaks down what this means ...

CBS News - Jan. 10

What does the gilt sell-off mean for your money?

Mortgages, pensions and investments likely to feel the effects of rising bond yields

Financial Times - Jan. 10

Trump Received an Unconditional Discharge. What Does That Mean?

The rare and lenient sentence, which will spare President-elect Donald J. Trump jail time, was used to address his unusual status.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

From oatzempic to mouth taping: does science back up TikTok health tips?

Here are some of the more curious health hacks circulating on the social media platform – and what the evidence says. The deluge of improbable health hacks on TikTok can only mean it’s the start of ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

Friday's jobs report could present a mixed view of the labor market. Here's what to expect

Economists expect the Bureau of Labor Statistics to report a gain of 155,000 jobs, a step down from the surprising 227,000 increase in November.

CNBC - Jan. 10

Does the IRS ever forgive back taxes?

The IRS may be known for taking a hard stance on tax debt repayment, but that isn't always the case.

CBS News - Jan. 9

UK borrowing costs rising - what does it mean for me?

Government borrowing costs have hit their highest level for several years - what does it mean for you?

BBC News - Jan. 9

Why Does Trump Want the Panama Canal? Here’s What to Know.

Treaties ratified by the Senate in 1978 established permanent neutrality, but some Republicans regret that decision.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

What does Mark Zuckerberg know about free speech? | Fiona Katauskas

Everything in moderation, except moderation Continue reading...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

What Trump Wants With Greenland

Interest in the vast, ice-covered island reflects a global scramble for the Arctic.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 8

Why does Trump want Greenland and what do its people think?

Though the president-elect's rhetoric is unusual, for over a century a succession of US presidents have tried to gain control of Greenland.

BBC News - Jan. 8

Fantasy Football 2024 WR Exit Interview: You should expect the position to bounce back in 2025

Fantasy football analyst Matt Harmon takes one last look at the wide receiver position as we turn our attention to 2025.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8

Cryptocurrency options in 401(k) plans: Here's what to know to make the most of your workplace retirement plan

The run-up in cryptocurrency prices has some investors interested, and changing rules around their use in 401(k) plans has opened up options to invest.

CNBC - Jan. 8

Trump says he would use "economic force" to acquire Canada, but does not specify how

One day after Congress certified the 2024 election, and less than two weeks from his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump addressed reporters on Tuesday in a wide-ranging 75-minute news ...

CBS News - Jan. 7

Jimmy Carter's funeral will bring some closings. What to expect.

President Joe Biden designated Thursday, Jan. 9, as a national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter.

CBS News - Jan. 7

Why Does Trump Want Greenland?

The president-elect said the United States needed the island, which is a semiautonomous part of Denmark, for national security reasons. But there are other possible interests.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

What does the Gavin Lux trade mean for the Dodgers and Reds in 2025?

Lux adds an above-average lefty bat to a Cincinnati lineup that needed a boost and clears some room in the Los Angeles infield.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

Paige Bueckers injury update: UConn star to miss Xavier game with lower-body sprain, but is expected back soon

UConn coach Geno Auriemma expects Bueckers to return next week

CBS Sports - Jan. 7

Most in US expect Biden presidency will be viewed negatively: Gallup

Most Americans expect that President Biden’s four-year tenure will be viewed more negatively than positively, according to a new survey. The poll, released Tuesday by Gallup, found that 54 percent ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Here’s What We Can Expect From CES 2025

Gary Shapiro, CEO of the Consumer Technology Association that stages the huge trade show, discusses the themes and trends of this year’s event.

Inc. - Jan. 7

'The Substance,' 'A Different Man': What lessons does body horror try to teach?

Body-horror films have been around since the silent era. Ultimately, they all ask us to consider the idea at their heart: authenticity.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 7

CES 2025 is here. What can we expect from the annual show of all things tech?

CES, the annual trade show of all-things tech, is upon us

ABC News - Jan. 6

Capitol Police chief on possible Jan. 6 pardons: ‘What message does that send?’

U.S. Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger is questioning what message would be sent to officers across the country if rioters who stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, are pardoned. “What message does ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

What to expect as Congress is set to certify Trump’s election victory

Congress is set to carry out the first certification of presidential election results since the Jan. 6 Capitol riots. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports on how security has changed in Washington and how ...

NBC News - Jan. 6

Johnson says he expects to pass most of Trump's agenda with 1 'big, beautiful bill' by Memorial Day

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said Sunday he expects to pass President-elect Trump’s agenda through one big reconciliation package before Memorial Day. In an interview on Fox News’s “Sunday Morning ...

The Hill - Jan. 5

Bitcoin could top $125,000 or fall toward $77,000 this quarter — depending on what Trump does next

Here are three major factors that could drive bitcoin’s price in the first quarter.

MarketWatch - Jan. 5

Brennan presses Homan on Trump administration's deportation plans

CBS News’s Margaret Brennan pressed President-elect Trump’s new border czar Tom Homan on the next administration’s mass deportation plans. Homan joined Brennan on “Face the Nation” on Sunday, where ...