Putin opens his annual news conference, an event he uses to reinforce his authority

Hegseth says he loves his mother as Trump considers switching defense secretary pick to DeSantis

Pete Hegseth's mother joined Fox News Wednesday morning to defend her son and dismiss a critical email she wrote years ago about his behavior toward women. CBS News congressional reporter Nikole ...

CBS News - Dec. 4

Trump Considers DeSantis for Defense Secretary as His Support for Hegseth Falters

President-elect Donald J. Trump is weighing his options, even as Pete Hegseth meets with senators to muster support. Accusations of past misconduct have threatened his nomination from the start.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

How would Donald Trump carry out his mass deportation scheme?

Trump deported 1.5 million people in his first term; it’s now suggested he’ll remove 1 million a year in his second term. When Donald Trump takes office in January, his administration plans to ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

Randy Newman on why he sold his publishing and what he learned from his biography

The 81-year-old songwriter and composer is the subject of a new biography by former Times pop music critic Robert Hilburn.

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4

Biden could do so much good with pardons. Instead he bailed out his son | Tayo Bero

Hunter Biden cut the line while thousands of people who deserve similar considerations of mercy languish in prison. When Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he would be pardoning his son Hunter – ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

Belgian authorities open fraud probe into former EU justice chief days after his mandate ended

Belgian authorities say they have opened a fraud investigation into the former European Union justice chief, just days after his mandate ended

ABC News - Dec. 4

Trump's children won't have White House roles in his second term

As President-elect Donald Trump assembles a senior staff and Cabinet for his second administration, there are notable absences: his children.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Does Shohei Ohtani still owe his manager Dave Roberts a new Porsche?

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts joked that Shohei Ohtani may still owe him a new Porsche, which the Japanese superstar seemed to hint at early in 2024 season

ABC News - Dec. 4

Flames honor the late Johnny Gaudreau and welcome his family back to Calgary

The Calgary Flames paid tribute to longtime star Johnny Gaudreau before their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, months after the All-Star was killed while biking on a New Jersey road this summer

ABC News - Dec. 4

Tiger Woods has no firm answers on a deal with Saudis or his future as a player

Tiger Woods doesn't have a clear view of the future, whether that's his playing schedule for the PGA Tour's negotiations with the Saudi funders of LIV Golf

ABC News - Dec. 3

Biden not answering questions about pardoning his son Hunter

It's been two days since President Biden announced his decision to pardon his son Hunter, and the elder Biden has still not answered questions about the move. President-elect Donald Trump's ...

CBS News - Dec. 3

Dak Prescott shares his hope for Mike McCarthy’s Cowboys future

"[I’m] almost feeling helpless like I can’t help him in this situation, especially a guy you believe in so much and you believe in being your head coach,” Prescott told Yahoo Sports.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Luis Fonsi conquered Latin music. With rom-com 'Say a Little Prayer,' he's ready for his close-up.

Branching out beyond his typical romantic ballads, Latin Grammy winner Luis Fonsi stars as the leading man in indie romcom 'Say a Little Prayer.'

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 3

LeBron James, mired in shooting slump, is finally showing real signs of decline as he nears his 40th birthday

LeBron James has missed all 19 of his 3-point attempts over his last four games

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

12:30 Report — Did Biden puncture his legacy?

{beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s Tuesday. The U.S. Capitol Christmas tree will be lit later today! 🎄 I love the holiday festivities. Here’s what else is happening: Trump’s Patel nomination has had a ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Stephen King to Shut Down His 3 Radio Stations in Maine

The author, who owns the small independent stations in Bangor, said that the decision was prompted by a desire to get his business affairs in order.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

CoD: Black Ops 6 And Warzone Season 1 Reloaded Includes Holiday Events, Snowball Fights, And New Zombies Map

Season 1 Reloaded arrives in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone on December 5, bringing plenty of midseason content. This includes the brand-new Citadelle des Morts Zombies map, Warzone ...

GameSpot - Dec. 3

Biden was right to pardon his son and he should do a lot more before it’s too late

President Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter for tax crimes and false statements has been met with criticism, but it is a power granted to him by the Constitution to correct unjust ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Cop29 gave us a Putin-friendly deal – and a glimpse of the dark future of climate talks | Fiona Harvey

The Baku Cop29 talks were marked by division and self-interest, with rancorous meddling right until the end. Fiona Harvey is an environment editor at the Guardian When I first visited Azerbaijan ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Indiana Jones And The Great Circle Launch Trailer Brings Indy Face-To-Face With His New Enemy

Through the first three Indiana Jones movie, Dr. Henry Jones Jr. never met a Nazi he didn't want to punch in the face. Indy's had rivals in each of his cinematic adventures, and that's a tradition ...

GameSpot - Dec. 3

He’s 16 and hyped as Usain Bolt’s successor – but Australia’s Gout Gout is keeping his feet on the ground

The schoolboy’s rapid rise has drawn inevitable comparisons with the Jamaican, but the sprint great’s heir apparent is taking it all in his stride. It’s tricky being the next big thing . There’s ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Lawmakers react to President Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden

Some Democrats are criticizing President Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden, in fears that it could undermine trust in the court system. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest.

CBS News - Dec. 3

Will Elon Musk Ever Collect His Full Tesla Pay Package?

The electric vehicle maker vowed to appeal after a Delaware judge rejected the tech mogul’s massive compensation deal for a second time.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Zelensky Signals He's Open to Negotiating a Peace Deal

In a shift, the Ukrainian president indicates he would accept a cease-fire with Russia if his country obtains NATO membership.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3

Biden Arrives in Angola on His Only Trip as President to Sub-Saharan Africa

The president arrived in Angola, where he will highlight American commitment to Africa in the economic competition against China.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Trump says he's going to Paris in his first trip abroad as president-elect

President-elect Donald Trump on Monday announced plans to travel to Paris this weekend in what would be his first trip overseas since his November election win.

NBC News - Dec. 3

Elton John says he has lost his eyesight and struggles to see his new stage musical

Elton John says he struggled to watch his new musical because he has “lost his eyesight” after contracting an infection

ABC News - Dec. 2

Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son slammed by senior Democrats

US president accused by members of his own party of undermining the rule of law over Hunter Biden

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Ex-Kansas Police Detective Found Dead on First Day of His Trial

Roger Golubski, who had been accused of raping and terrorizing Black women, was found dead on his back porch on Monday as his federal trial was set to begin.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

How Biden Changed His Mind on Pardoning Hunter: ‘Time to End All of This’

The threat of a retribution-focused Trump administration and his son’s looming sentencings prompted the president to abandon a promise not to get involved in Hunter Biden’s legal problems.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Florida woman who zipped boyfriend into suitcase sentenced to life in his murder

A Florida woman was sentenced Monday to life in prison for zipping her boyfriend into a suitcase and leaving him to die of suffocation amid a history of domestic and alcohol abuse.

NBC News - Dec. 2

Democrats in Congress Criticize Biden’s Pardon of His Son Hunter

Lawmakers in the president’s own party, many of them moderates, said his decision to pardon his son was selfish and would further damage Americans’ waning faith in democracy and the rule of law.

The New York Times - Dec. 2

How Stellantis CEO's Cost-Cutting Mantra Cost Him His Job

Carlos Tavares’s abrupt exit from the Jeep maker came amid concerns over his renewed efficiency drive.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 2

One of the Best N.F.L. Kickers Ever Has Suddenly Lost His Direction

Justin Tucker has now had multiple crucial misses on either field goals or extra point attempts in four of the Ravens’ five losses.

The New York Times - Dec. 2

Bears explain Matt Eberflus' awkward press conference that took place hours before his firing, announce coaching changes

Bears decision-makers were still meeting about Eberflus' future during his Friday presser, so they didn't see any reason Eberflus shouldn't meet with the media.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2

The AI Version of Panasonic’s Founder Revives His Management Expertise for a New Audience

The chatty digital replica of Kōnosuke Matsushita, who started the electronics giant in 1918, offers an online path to lessons from the man once called the ‘god of management.’

Inc. - Dec. 2