Thune on controversial Trump nominees: ‘None of this is gonna be easy’

What will be on Senate Republican leader John Thune's plate?

Senate Republicans elected South Dakota's John Thune to replace Mitch McConnell as the new majority leader. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports on how the vote went down and ...

Anthony Richardson exited briefly vs. Texans because he was 'tired, ain't gonna lie'

Richardson had a dismal first half in the 23-20 loss to Houston, going 2-for-15 passing and throwing a costly interception just before halftime.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 27

Former defense secretary addresses nominee's claim about women in combat units

Fmr. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta, who ended the Pentagon's ban on women serving in combat units, addressed Hegseth's claim that women shouldn't serve in combat.

Giant hand's removal from top of building is stirring controversy

The removal of a highly controversial giant hand from the roof of a Wellington, New Zealand building is itself proving controversial.

They Smash Chestnuts as a Sport. Then Controversy Hit.

World Conker Championships is a light-hearted event that has attracted contestants from all over the globe. This year, a cheating scandal took it by storm.

Sports - The New York Times - October 20

You need over $100,000 a year to retire comfortably in 3 U.S. states—none are New York

Retiring comfortably in Hawaii costs more than twice as much as in most other U.S. states.

Business - CNBC - October 19

Commanders cut former first-round pick Jamin Davis, leaving them with none from 2019-22 NFL drafts

It's a new era in Washington, and the old regime's draft picks aren't sticking around

Sports - CBS Sports - October 22

As Payton returns to Big Easy, we revisit Broncos-Saints trade

Coach Sean Payton and New Orleans had 15 magical seasons together, but Denver might have gotten the coach AND the best player from that unusual deal.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 17

Rail to the Reef: an easy train journey to one of the greatest natural wonders

A sleeper train with ‘thoughtful touches’ along the Queensland coast offers diverse and diver-friendly access points to the Great Barrier Reef. Stretching from south-east Queensland to the tip of ...

World - The Guardian - October 18

Voter van makes casting a ballot easy for some Pennsylvania residents

With less than two weeks to Election Day, one Pennsylvania county has unveiled a new mobile voter services van that aims to make voting more accessible for residents.

Illinois bans bets on plays that could be easy to manipulate, at NFL's request

Illinois is banning certain types of betting on NFL games, at the league's request, because of concerns that some bets would be easy for one person to manipulate.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 26

From Anna Kendrick to Dev Patel – how easy is it for actors to direct themselves?

An upsurge in directors starring in their own movies has seen mixed results. Lake Bell, Elia Suleiman and Viggo Mortensen explain the perks and pitfalls of being on both sides of the camera. Since ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

The experts: dentists on 22 quick, easy ways to care for your teeth

When’s the best time to use mouthwash? Are interdental brushes better than floss? And should you scrape your tongue? Here’s the full lowdown on how to avoid decay and protect your gums. It’s easy ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

Anything but Big Easy: New Orleans has a Zion roster problem

There has never been a player like Zion and that makes the blueprint to success all the more challenging.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 5

Josh Giddey's new role 'making things easy' for the Bulls

After being traded to Chicago in June, Giddey is finding a home in the Bulls' fast-paced offense.

Sports - ESPN - November 7

Easy-fit prosthetics offer hope to thousands of Gaza amputees

Children are among the thousands to have lost limbs in Gaza, forcing them to learn a new way of life.

How to start World War III in 8 easy steps

No one wants World War III, of course. But, ironically, the policymakers and pundits who say they want it least are those most likely to start it.

Politics - The Hill - November 8

Why Man City were 'too easy to play through' against Brighton

Match of the Day's Alan Shearer and Micah Richards look at how Brighton's brilliant second-half performance gave them a 2-1 win over Manchester City.

Bruno Fernandes sparks Manchester United to easy victory over Leicester

Eleven days after Manchester United routed Leicester under Ruud van Nistelrooy in the Carabao Cup here, the interim manager signed off with another easy-street win over the Foxes and so ends his ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

Key to Eagles' success is clear; it won't be easy vs. Commanders

Philadelphia is a staggering 23-1 under Nick Sirianni when it does this one thing, but can Philly do it tonight vs. Washington in a showdown for the NFC East lead?

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago

Thune, Cornyn look to clinch top leadership spot with campaign blitz

Senate Republican Whip John Thune (S.D.) has crisscrossed the country this month to campaign with Senate GOP incumbents and challengers, hoping to lock down the votes he needs to put him over the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Daines signals privately he will back Thune in GOP leadership race

National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) Chair Steve Daines (R-Mont.) is telling colleagues that he will support Senate Republican Whip John Thune (R-S.D.) in the race to become next Senate ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

South Dakota Republican says Thune will 'be a great leader' for Senate

Sen. Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) said Sunday that Sen. John Thune (R-S.C.) will “be a great leader” for the Senate as Republicans in the upper chamber prepare for a return to power. “I’ve known John Thune ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

John Thune elected as Senate Republican leader to succeed McConnell

Senate Republicans returned to Washington for the first time since they secured the Senate majority to determine who will be the new party leader in the chamber.

Republicans to vote on Senate leader with Thune, Cornyn and Scott the frontrunners

Republicans on Wednesday will choose between South Dakota Sen. John Thune, Texas Sen. John Cornyn and Florida Sen. Rick Scott to replace outgoing GOP Senate Leader Mitch McConnell. At this point, ...

Live updates: Johnson nominated for Speaker, Thune elected Senate GOP leader

Republicans in the House and Senate elected their leaders Wednesday after securing a trifecta — winning the House, Senate and White House — in last week's election. In the Senate, Sen. John Thune ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

John Thune elected Senate Republican leader as Mitch McConnell steps down

South Dakota Sen. John Thune has been elected to replace Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell as the upper chamber's Republican leader. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.

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