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Israel confirms attack on Syrian naval fleet
The BBC has verified videos showing blasts in the Syrian port of Latakia, as Israel conducts strikes across Syria.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
Matea Gold Named Washington Editor of The New York Times
Ms. Gold, a managing editor at The Washington Post, is the latest in a series of high-profile departures from the paper.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Newsom appoints Schiff to Senate to complete Butler term
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) appointed Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) to the Senate to complete the rest of appointee Sen. Laphonza Butler’s (D) term. The appointment means Schiff, who has served in ...The Hill - Dec. 9 -
India appoints Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra as new central bank governor
India has appointed Sanjay Malhotra as governor of the country's central bank for a three-year period, according to CNBC TV18.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
'Cambodian Rock Band,' revised 'Flower Drum Song' lead East West Players' 2025-26 season
The 60th anniversary season is the first with new artistic director Lily Tung Crystal at the helm of the nation's oldest and largest producer of Asian American theater.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 9 -
From failed accountant to Marvel and Barbie star: Simu Liu shares how he got out of 'rock bottom'
Actor Simu Liu was fired from Deloitte before becoming an actor. He's now investing in Asian American businesses and is outspoken about tackling discrimination.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
From X’s users to bugs under a rock: Edith Pritchett’s week in Venn diagrams – cartoon
Continue reading...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
Maiocco's observations: Guerendo, Kittle fuel 49ers' win over Bears
The San Francisco 49ers dominated the Chicago Bears on Sunday behind big games from rookie Isaac Guerendo and All-Pro George Kittle.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 9 -
Eagles observations from narrow win over Panthers: Saquon Barkley sets franchise rushing record in Week 14
Observations from the Eagles' 22-16 win over the PanthersCBS Sports - Dec. 8 -
Burkina Faso junta appoints new prime minister
Burkina Faso’s ruling military junta has appointed a new prime minister, a day after dissolving the government without providing any reasonABC News - Dec. 8 -
Deal agreed to sell the Observer to Tortoise media organisation
Newspaper’s owner, the Scott Trust, to sign contract in coming days, despite strike by Guardian and Observer journalists. The Scott Trust has announced it has decided to press ahead with its ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
We want what’s best for the Observer – and the Guardian. That’s why the deal with Tortoise makes sense | Ole Jacob Sunde
The world’s oldest Sunday paper must have resources, a modern strategy and a new focus to thrive. This agreement guarantees all three . The strategic direction of the Observer was set several years ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Sale of UK's Observer, world's oldest Sunday newspaper and a bastion of liberal values, is agreed
The sale of the Observer, the world’s oldest Sunday newspaper and a bastion of liberal values in Britain’s media landscape, has been approved, despite two days of strike action from journalists ...ABC News - Dec. 6 -
Trump Appoints ex-PayPal Exec David Sachs as AI and Crypto Czar
Crypto investors cheer the choice of the former chief operating officer of the payments company, which put Peter Thiel and Elon Musk in the spotlight.Inc. - Dec. 6 -
How Social Media Users Expose Black Friday Sales Deceptions
Shoppers’ videos debunking purported Black Friday discounts and showing retailers charging the same or higher prices than usual are getting millions of views on social media.Inc. - Dec. 6 -
Guardian Confirms Sale of The Observer to Tortoise Media
The Guardian Media Group said it had struck a deal to sell The Observer to Tortoise Media, shortly after a 48-hour strike by journalists ended.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Observer newspaper sale to Tortoise Media approved
The Scott Trust and Guardian Media Group agreed the sale on Friday, despite pushback from staff.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Sale of the Observer to Tortoise Media agreed in principle
Scott Trust will become a key shareholder and take a seat on both the editorial and commercial boards of the company. The sale of the Observer, the world’s oldest Sunday newspaper, to Tortoise ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Observer sale to Tortoise to proceed after late-night agreement
Scott Trust backs deal with digital start-up after conditions introduced to address fears among newspaper’s staffFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
TrumpPlans to Appoint Musk Confidant David Sacks as AI, Crypto Czar
The choice signals the growing influence of tech leaders and loyalists in the new administration.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5 -
Defiant Macron vows to stay on as French president and will appoint PM within days
President says he will remain in power until 2027, amid political turmoil following collapse of government. The French president, Emmanuel Macron, has ruled out resigning, saying he will stay in ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Missouri's win, Baker's loss: Mayfield rocks 'Mizzou Grandma' sweatshirt after OU loss
Baker Mayfield honored a bet with a Tampa Bay Buccaneers team reporter, sporting a "Mizzou Grandma" sweatshirt after Mayfield's Sooners fell to the Tigers on Nov. 9.ESPN - Dec. 5 -
Fiorentina confirm Bove out of intensive care
Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove is no longer in intensive care and his recovery is progressing, the general manager of the Italian Serie A club said on Wednesday.ESPN - Dec. 5 -
At Women's Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp, female legends strike a chord with talented up-and-comers
Stars like Lita Ford, Nancy Wilson and Sheila E. talk about the importance of helping aspiring musicians learn the ropes of rock 'n' roll at a camp designed for women of all skill levels. The ...Los Angeles Times - Dec. 5 -
Bove leaves intensive care, remains under strict observation
Edoardo Bove remains under the strict observation of doctors in the hospital in Florence.The 22-year-old’s collapse on Sunday shocked the entire world of football.Last night, Fiorentina director ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Guardian Journalists Strike Over Planned Sale of The Observer
Workers have begun a 48-hour walkout, the first in 50 years for the outlet, over a proposal to sell The Observer to Tortoise Media, a digital media start-up.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Hegseth speaks out on Trump's requests, push for confirmation
Pete Hegseth is characterizing allegations around him as distractions as he attempts to gain the support of senators ahead of his confirmation hearing for the secretary of defense post. Politico's ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Trump appoints former Middle East negotiator as hostage affairs envoy
President-elect Trump on Wednesday announced his selection of Adam Boehler to serve as special presidential envoy for hostage affairs in his second term. While the position holds the rank of an ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Will Hegseth stay in fight for secretary of defense confirmation?
Pete Hegseth is saying President-elect Donald Trump told him to fight out the swirling backlash he is receiving over allegations of his misconduct. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
AstraZeneca appoints new China head after long-standing executive detained
Company veteran Iskra Reic moves to Shanghai after Leon Wang placed under investigation by authoritiesFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Lucy Letby questioned over suspicious deaths of babies in Liverpool
Jailed neonatal nurse’s lawyer condemns ‘leaking by police’ as possible link to Liverpool Women’s hospital emerges. Lucy Letby maintains her innocence, her lawyer said on Wednesday as he condemned ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Ex-boyfriend sentenced to life in femicide that rocked Italy
A 23-year-old Italian man has been sentenced to life in prison after admitting to stabbing his ex-girlfriend in a closely watched case that sparked public outcry.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Guardian and Observer journalists go on strike over sale of Sunday paper
Their first strike in more than 50 years concerns the proposed sale of the Sunday title to Tortoise.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
She's a violinist. He's in a rock band. They investigated a medical mystery that led to a new skincare line
When violinist Ann Marie Simpson Einziger developed a skin condition abroad it led to a rabbit hole of research with her husband, the creation of a new skincare brand and their own unique ...Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
British indie-rock band Sports Team robbed at gunpoint in Vallejo, California
A touring British indie-rock band said they lost personal gear when armed robbery targeted their van while they were getting coffee at a Vallejo Starbucks Tuesday morning on the first day of their ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Journalists strike over proposed sale of Observer to Tortoise Media
Forty-eight-hour strike, first at Guardian in more than 50 years, to take place on Wednesday and Thursday. Journalists at the Guardian and the Observer are holding a 48-hour strike in protest at ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Lucy Letby questioned in jail over more baby deaths at two hospitals
Police confirm serial killer nurse is being interviewed about cases at a second centre, Liverpool Women’s hospital. Cheshire police have interviewed Lucy Letby in prison under caution over the ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Trump agrees to DOJ background checks on administration nominees, appointments
President-elect Donald Trump sparked controversy by tapping Pete Hegseth, Kash Patel, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard for top administration jobs.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Trump’s controversial cabinet picks prep for confirmation hearings
President-elect Trump’s controversial cabinet nominees are making the rounds on Capitol Hill to meet with lawmakers as their confirmations near. Meanwhile, Trump has announced that his first trip ...NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Incoming House majority squeezed by Trump's planned appointments
President-elect Donald Trump's selection of a number of House Republicans to fill top posts in his administration is pulling from an already shallow bench.CBS News - Dec. 2
