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Hundreds of books seized from stores in Kashmir as Indian police crack down on dissent
Most titles written by Islamic scholar who founded an Islamic organisation banned in the disputed region. Police in Kashmir have raided dozens of bookstores and seized more than 650 books as part ...The Guardian - 1d -
McConnell only Republican to vote against Gabbard
Former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Wednesday voted against confirming former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (Hawaii) to serve as the nation’s top intelligence official, sending a strong ...The Hill - Feb. 12 -
Why McConnell is voting against some Trump nominees
Former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell was the lone Republican no vote against Tulsi Gabbard for director of national intelligence Wednesday and Thursday for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for ...CBS News - 6d -
Thune: McConnell will be with Republicans on 'big stuff ahead of us'
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) says he expects former Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) to vote with Senate Republicans on the “big stuff ahead of us,” after McConnell voted ...The Hill - 6d -
Mitch McConnell announces he will not seek reelection
Longtime Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell confirmed reports he will not seek reelection next year.ABC News - 2h -
Mitch McConnell says he will not seek reelection
Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky) tells the Associated Press he won't run for reelection in 2026. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.CBS News - 4h -
Texas stock-exchange shootout looms as equities markets stake Lone Star claims
The stock-exchange rivalry is adding another battleground: Texas.MarketWatch - Feb. 12 -
Texas Stock Exchange? Why the NYSE Will Launch a New Venture in the Lone Star State
The exchange is backed by BlackRock and Charles Schwab and is targeting a 2026 launch.Inc. - Feb. 13 -
Champions League: Inter are Serie A's lone hope after AC Milan, Juventus and Atalanta upset in playoff round
Inter are contenders to win it all, but all of the other Italian teams were expected to advance to the round of 16CBS Sports - 21h -
Murkowski backs Kennedy for HHS secretary despite 'concerns'
Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) announced she will support Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s bid to head the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) despite having “concerns” about his views on vaccines ...The Hill - Feb. 12 -
Hegseth Takes Aim at Domestic Enemies as Defense Secretary
Pete Hegseth has spent much of his first weeks in office focused on culture wars while saying little about America’s adversaries.The New York Times - Feb. 12 -
Secretary of State Rubio meets with Netanyahu over ceasefire
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the ongoing ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Their meeting comes just one day after three more ...NBC News - 4d -
"Of course" it's safe to fly, transportation secretary says
Duffy called each of the recent incidents "very unique" and also talked about recent layoffs and Elon Musk's efforts to overhaul the air traffic control system.CBS News - 19h -
Transportation secretary says "it's safe to fly, of course"
In a CBS News exclusive, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said people should not be afraid to fly amid a string of aviation incidents this year. He also called for quick investments in FAA ...CBS News - 4h -
Is This Common Herbicide Harming Your Health?
The science on glyphosate, best known as Roundup, still isn’t settled.The New York Times - 1d -
Where Have All The Great French-Canadian NHL Players Gone? Canadiens' Montembeault Is Quebec's Lone Representative At 4 Nations Face-Off
Quebec-born Montreal Canadiens goalie Sam Montembeault might not even play at the 4 Nations Face-Off as Canada's third option.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 10 -
Why McConnell voted against Gabbard; new details on Trump-Putin call
After almost three years of fighting between Russia and Ukraine, President Trump said late Wednesday he is working to end the war. Mr. Trump said Wednesday he spoke with both Russian President ...CBS News - Feb. 12 -
McConnell warns of 'big, lingering concerns' with Trump tariff plan
Former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Wednesday warned of “big, lingering concerns" with President Trump’s tariff plan. "In recent weeks, the president sought to impose sweeping ...The Hill - Feb. 13 -
Trump calls McConnell 'not equipped mentally' after voting against his nominees
President Trump called Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., "not equipped mentally" after the senator voted against several of his nominees to cabinet positions.NBC News - Feb. 13 -
Top Republican Mitch McConnell says he will not run for re-election
The Republican senator has spent 40 years in Congress, but said he has "unfinished business" before he goes.BBC News - 2h -
Mitch McConnell says he won't run for reelection next year
Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, long a powerful Republican leader in the Senate, won't be running for reelection in 2026.CBS News - 2h -
Why Mitch McConnell says he won't seek reelection
Former Senate leader Mitch McConnell announced he will not be seeking reelection. This comes as both chambers of Congress navigate proposals for a budget plan. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.CBS News - 2h -
Inside the House GOP clash over tax cuts
Hardliners are squaring off against their top tax writer as Republicans try to assemble a package President Donald Trump's priorities.Politico - Feb. 9 -
Musk's money looms over GOP primaries
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Musk-funding primary threats scare GOP senators GOP senators are terrified over the prospect of facing ...The Hill - Feb. 10 -
Democrats accuse GOP of reverse Robin Hood 'scheme'
House Democrats wasted no time on Wednesday bashing the Republicans’ newly unveiled budget proposal, accusing GOP leaders of attempting a reverse Robin Hood “scheme” that will transfer trillions of ...The Hill - Feb. 12 -
2 Trump nominees raise red flags for GOP
Republican senators are warning that two of President Trump's nominees for national security positions who have championed radical views will face tough scrutiny. Elbridge Colby, Trump’s pick to ...The Hill - Feb. 13 -
7 most likely GOP successors to Trump in 2028
President Trump raised eyebrows in an interview that aired Monday after he declined to name Vice President Vance as his automatic successor ahead of the 2028 presidential election. “No, but he is ...The Hill - 5d -
GOP lawmakers divided on Musk, seen by some as a liability
Republicans on Capitol Hill are divided over tech billionaire Elon Musk being the public face of President Trump’s aggressive bid to shrink the government, with some souring on Musk’s prominent ...The Hill - 3d -
Democrats grapple for response on education as GOP charges ahead
The Democratic Party is having to take a hard look at its education strategy as Republicans move aggressively on the issue with satisfaction in public education at its lowest point in decades. ...The Hill - 3d -
Medicaid concerns threaten GOP budget resolution
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Medicaid concerns threaten GOP budget resolution House Republicans' budget resolution could be in jeopardy of ...The Hill - 2d -
Ahead of a jubilant CPAC, GOP divisions linger
A day-long gathering that celebrates conservative politics is set to put the newly energized Republican Party fully on display a month into President Trump's second term. The Conservative Political ...The Hill - 1d -
Senate sets budget vote
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Senate tees up budget resolution vote Senate Republicans are set to vote this ...The Hill - 1d -
RFK’s ‘mom army’ has landed on the shores of the political world
For decades, mothers (and all parents) in our country felt that they did not have a true champion by their side in government to fight for the physical and mental wellbeing of their children.The Hill - 5d -
Vinícius Jr. talks on-field conduct: I'm no saint
Vinícius Júnior has admitted that he's "no saint" when it comes to his on-field behaviour, but accused referees of failing to protect him when he's targeted by Real Madrid's opponents.ESPN - Feb. 12 -
Donald Trump Jr invests in ‘steroid Olympics’
US president’s son backs Enhanced Games for athletes using performance drugsFinancial Times - Feb. 13 -
Jays GM: 'Desire is strong' to extend Vlad Jr.
Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins said "the desire is strong" to reach a long-term deal with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who said he won't negotiate after he reports next week.ESPN - 6d -
Catterall's world title dream upset by Barboza Jr
Jack Catterall suffered a split-decision points defeat to Arnold Barboza Jr in Manchester, dealing a major blow to the British light-welterweight's world-title ambitions.BBC News - 4d -
Argentina says it will withdraw from the World Health Organization
A spokesman for President Javier Milei says he has ordered Argentina’s withdrawal from the World Health Organization due to profound differences with the U.N. agencyABC News - Feb. 5
