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Romania’s vote recount confirms pro-Russian presidential bid
Constitutional Court certifies first-round results, run-off to go ahead as planned on December 8Financial Times - 1d -
Romanian constitutional court validates first round of presidential race after vote recount
A top Romanian court has validated the first round of a presidential race in which a far-right outsider emerged as the frontrunner, plunging the country into a week of turmoil amid allegations of ...ABC News - 22h -
Romania to hold presidential runoff as court certifies shock first-round result
Moscow-friendly ultranationalist Cǎlin Georgescu to face Elena Lasconi in vote that could upend Ukraine policy. Romania’s constitutional court has validated the shock first-round result in the ...The Guardian - 1d -
2025 Pro Bowl: Ravens' Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry lead fan voting; Saquon Barkley takes third spot
Here's a complete look at who is leading the voting so farCBS Sports - 19h -
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What is a presidential pardon?
Presidents are granted the authority to issue pardons under Article II, Section 2 of the Constitution.CBS News - 18h -
Examining the history of presidential pardons
President Biden granted his son Hunter a "full and unconditional pardon" Sunday after the younger Biden was convicted in two separate criminal cases earlier this year. Lindsay Chervinsky, executive ...CBS News - 17h -
Pro skateboarder charged with drunk driving
Kader Sylla, a 22-year-old professional skateboarder who has competed in the X Games was charged with drunkenly driving his Porsche the wrong way in Manhattan.ABC News - 53m -
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 - 7h -
TikTok defends handling of Romania election content in grilling by EU lawmakers
TikTok took down several networks allegedly trying to meddle in Romania’s elections, executives said Tuesday as they defended the company’s election integrity measures to European Union lawmakersABC News - 4h -
Can Kash Patel win Senate confirmation to lead the FBI?
Plus, the hedge funds that made major profits on the back of ‘Trump trades’Financial Times - 5h -
Moscow approves sale of Carlsberg’s Russian assets for $322mn
Danish brewer had previously accused the Kremlin of ‘stealing’ the businessFinancial Times - 6h -
Hunter Biden joins history of controversial presidential pardons
President Biden’s unexpected decision to pardon his son Hunter is part of a long history of controversial clemency issued by presidents under the vast constitutional power. The president’s ...The Hill - 1d -
Georgian police fire teargas at pro-EU protesters as political crisis deepens
Tbilisi experiences fifth day of demonstrations amid anger over ruling party’s decision to shelve EU accession talks. Georgian police have fired teargas to try to disperse thousands of pro-EU ...The Guardian - 20h -
Tesla loses bid to restore Musk’s record $56bn pay package
Delaware judge rejects shareholders’ overwhelming reapproval of award for chief of electric-car makerFinancial Times - 19h -
Trump repeats vow to 'block' Nippon Steel's bid for U.S. Steel
While he made similar statements on the 2024 campaign trail, it was the first time that Trump had spoken about the deal since he won a second presidential term last month.CNBC - 6h -
Georgia’s moment of truth: Protesters demand Western path not Russian past
The ruling party denies any Russian link, but its actions raise questions about Georgia's path to the EU.BBC News - 23h -
Russian Propaganda Claims Stalker 2 Is Drafting Players Into The Ukrainian Military
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl may have arrived with more issues than the developers would have liked, but it's almost a miracle it came out at all considering the ongoing war in Ukraine. Now, ...GameSpot - 22h -
Japan dispatches a plane and navy ship after spotting a Russian submarine
Japan has dispatched a surveillance plane and a navy ship after spotting a Russian submarine off the coast of a southwestern island near TaiwanABC News - 5h -
Lawmakers in Georgia's separatist region of Abkhazia reject encouraging Russian investment
Lawmakers in Georgia’s breakaway province of Abkhazia on Tuesday rejected a bill offering privileges to Russian investors that sparked days of unrest and forced the regional leader to step downABC News - 2h -
Russian spies surveilled Ukrainian troops at US base, trial hears
Bulgarian nationals Katrin Ivanova, Vanya Gaberova, and Tihomir Ivanchev, deny a conspiracy to spy.BBC News - 54m -
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Barnier to face no-confidence vote on Wednesday
French government likely to fall after just 3 months in office over PM’s attempt to force through budget measuresFinancial Times - 6h -
What is a presidential pardon and how has it been used in the US?
The US is somewhat unique in letting its chief executive pardon without having to get signoff – here’s what to know. Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter on Sunday for any federal crimes ...The Guardian - 22h -
Namibia's female VP leads in presidential election marred by problems and opposition complaints
Namibia’s ruling party presidential candidate leads in early results of an election characterized by technical problems which caused voting to be extended for three daysABC News - 1d -
Judge closes Hunter Biden gun case after presidential pardon
Hunter Biden’s federal gun case was brought to a close by a judge Tuesday following the presidential pardon by his father. In a terse order, U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika terminated all ...The Hill - 3h -
Week 14 NFL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus a first-time Pro Bowl nominee for every team
How high did the Rams rise and how far did the Jets fall in our Week 14 Power Rankings? Plus, we pick a first-time Pro Bowl nominee for every team.ESPN - 2h -
South Korea Votes to End Martial Law, Hours After President Declared Move
Yoon Suk Yeol, the country’s leader, had said the nation was being held hostage by opposition parties he accused of antistate activities.The Wall Street Journal - 1h -
49ers great Craig once again snubbed from Pro Football Hall of Fame
San Francisco 49ers legendary running back Roger Craig did not advance in the seniors category for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025 consideration.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Former Pro Bowler says it was 'no-brainer' signing with Lions team 'kicking everybody's ass'
Jamal Adams reveals the reason he signed with LionsCBS Sports - 1h -
Bill Belichick weighs in on Justin Tucker's struggles, explains why he would stick with Ravens All-Pro kicker
Belichick thinks Tucker is not being consistent enough with his mechanicsCBS Sports - 1h -
What will happen if France’s government loses no-confidence vote?
Decision to push through budget has led to censure motions from left and far-right that could trigger fresh political crisis. French government faces no-confidence vote on Wednesday . France’s ...The Guardian - 1d -
South Korean parliament votes to block martial law
Markets fall as lawmakers and the head of state wrestle for controlFinancial Times - 12m -
Tesla CEO Elon Musk loses bid to get $56 billion pay package reinstated
Elon Musk's pay package granted in 2018 was the largest compensation plan in U.S. history for a public company executive.CNBC - 18h
