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China fires shot across Trump's bow with defense sanctions
China’s decision this week to slap several major U.S. defense firms with penalizing trade measures is being viewed as a “shot across the bow” ahead of President-elect Trump’s inauguration. The move ...The Hill - 1h -
Thune has privately told Trump that Hegseth has the votes to be confirmed, sources say
When asked for comment, a spokesman for Senate Majority Leader John Thune said "two things we don't discuss publicly: Whip counts and private conversations with the president."CBS News - 4h -
Transfer rumors, news: Milan weigh move for Rashford
AC Milan want to bring in Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford but his salary could be an issue. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.ESPN - 20h -
She Often Fainted in Hot Weather. What Was Wrong?
The woman, a field geologist, was healthy and active, yet she would pass out at inopportune moments.The New York Times - 2d -
She wrote Carter a letter when she was 4. Now, she's director of his library.
Dr. Meredith Evans says Jimmy Carter's compassion and authenticity are woven throughout the museum, starting with his childhood in the rural farm communities of Plains and nearby Archery.CBS News - 21h -
Trump’s shadow looms over Hungary and Poland
Dealing with the next US administration will test Warsaw as it replaces Budapest in the EU’s rotating presidencyFinancial Times - 1d -
She's faking a Welsh accent in The Traitors - but will it work?
Will swapping a southern English accent for a Welsh lilt work to gain opponents trust?BBC News - 1d -
Mike Johnson Re-elected as House Speaker After Chaotic Vote
Mike Johnson persuaded enough holdouts on the right to keep his post, but the vote reflected the steep challenge he faces in governing a slim and fractious majority.The New York Times - 1d -
Johnson re-elected as House Speaker in razor-tight margin
Republican Mike Johnson could only lose two votes from his own party in his bid for speaker re-election, and he nearly did.BBC News - 2d -
Trump ally Mike Johnson re-elected US House Speaker
Republican secures votes after backroom deal quells brief party rebellionFinancial Times - 2d -
Mike Johnson re-elected as House speaker after brief Republican revolt – live
Incumbent speaker swayed two members who initially voted against him, giving him 218 votes to win over Democrat Jeffries’ 215 votes. Mike Johnson secures US House speakership after facing ...The Guardian - 2d -
Mike Johnson re-elected as House speaker
The House Republicans have voted to re-elect Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., as House speaker. NBC News' Julie Tsirkin and Garrett Haake report on Capitol Hill on how Johnson worked to flip opposition ...NBC News - 2d -
Speaker Mike Johnson re-elected to lead Republican-controlled House
The 119th Congress begins with Republican majorities in both chambers and a vote to re-elect Mike Johnson as House speaker.NBC News - 2d -
Senate panel seeking more info on Hegseth ahead of confirmation hearings: Sources
Members of the Senate Armed Services Committee have quietly requested more information regarding allegations involving Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth, sources say.ABC News - 2d -
119th Congress set to begin with a House speaker vote to re-elect Mike Johnson
With the 119th Congress is set to begin, Republicans will take full control of the House and Senate for the first time since 2019 and face an early test in re-electing House Speaker Johnson with a ...NBC News - 2d -
House holds vote to elect speaker
Watch live coverage as the House of Representatives holds a vote to elect the next speaker, with current House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., aiming for re-election.NBC News - 2d -
China Adds to Sanctions of U.S. Defense Contractors Over Taiwan Arms Sales
Beijing sent a fresh warning to President-elect Donald Trump of the tools it can use to protect national interests.The Wall Street Journal - 2d -
The looming battle over Britain’s wind farms
The Labour government wants to ramp up renewables. But many local residents are up in arms about plans for pylons and cables in sensitive sitesFinancial Times - 2d -
MLB rumors: Angels considering Pete Alonso pursuit, two favorites emerge for Alex Bregman
Here's the latest from baseball's hot stoveCBS Sports - 3d -
U.S. Weighs Ban on Chinese Drones, Citing National Security Concerns
The Commerce Department requested that private companies comment on the implications of the rule by March. The final decision will fall to the Trump administration.The New York Times - 3d -
Colorado attorney general launches bid for governor
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser (D) announced Thursday he’s running for governor in 2026 to succeed term-limited Gov. Jared Polis (D). “There are many reasons why I’m running to lead this ...The Hill - 3d -
Donald Trump, Pete Hegseth and the Honor of the American Military
Donald Trump’s foreign policy may not be as disastrous as that of George W. Bush, whose idealism and hubris led to calamity, but that doesn’t mean it won’t be corrosive.The New York Times - 3d -
As New Cybersecurity Threats Loom, AI Defenses Get Popular
New defenses are increasingly popular and saving companies money.Inc. - 3d -
Johnson facing thin margin of error for re-election as House speaker
NBC News' Sahil Kapur reports from Capitol Hill where House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is facing a thin margin of error for his bid to be re-elected as speaker.NBC News - 3d -
Fears Grow of Islamic State's Re-Emergence in Syria
The group is looking to exploit Syria’s uncertain future to rebuild its influence—half a decade after U.S.-led forces broke its hold on swaths of territory and millions of people.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
Israeli Threat to UNRWA Looms Over Gaza
The U.N. agency known as UNRWA has been the backbone of aid to Gaza. Now, Israel is moving to ban it over accusations that it shielded Hamas militants.The New York Times - 3d -
Pete Alonso free agency buzz: Angels have interest
Here’s the latest on where free agent Pete Alonso could end up, with a Mets reunion possible...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Olmo's season at risk as LaLiga dismiss Barça bid
Barcelona could lose Dani Olmo for the second half of the season after LaLiga said the Catalan club are not in a position to extend the Spain international's registration ahead of Tuesday's deadline.ESPN - 3d -
UK tech secretary backs away from social media ban for under-16s
Peter Kyle had said option was ‘on the table’ after Australia restricted use of sites such as InstagramFinancial Times - 3d -
5 lobbying fights looming in 2025
Lobbyists will have their hands full with several massive legislative battles coming early in a second Trump administration. President-elect Trump is poised to disrupt business as usual in ...The Hill - 3d -
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.CBS News - 4d -
Taiwan president vows to boost the island's defense budget as China threats rise
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has pledged to strengthen the island’s defenses in the face of escalating Chinese threatsABC News - 4d -
Biden speaks to Puerto Rico Gov, Energy Secretary about power outages
President Biden said he spoke with the governor of Puerto Rico and the energy secretary after a blackout hit nearly all of the island early Tuesday morning. During their talk, Biden offered Puerto ...The Hill - 4d -
With all the movement on the first-base market, what's the outlook for Pete Alonso?
The former Met offers a nearly unrivaled combination of durability and power production, yet as the calendar flips to 2025, he remains unsigned.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Mazzulla gives great quote about Celtics' defense, effort amid slump
What's wrong with the Celtics during their recent slump? Joe Mazzulla gave a very thoughtful answer before Tuesday's game.Yahoo Sports - 5d
