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Democrats look for places to work with Trump 2.0
Democrats say one thing is certain: 2025 won't be 2017, when it comes to the start of the Trump administration. Two months after their grueling and disappointing White House loss to ...The Hill - 45m -
Syria’s International Airport to Reopen as Government Presses for Stability
Tensions are high on Syria’s border with Lebanon. The ouster of President Bashar al-Assad led to worry that violence could spill over into neighboring countries.The New York Times - 47m -
How the Democrats Lost the Working Class
The theory seemed sound: Stabilize financial markets, support the poor and promote a more secure, integrated world. But blue-collar workers were left behind.The New York Times - 7h -
China has cost the U.S. millions of jobs. Trump will change that — not necessarily for the better.
Trump needs to make friends in Asia or his China tariffs will hurt Americans.MarketWatch - 7h -
"Breaking Bad" house up for sale. Here's how much it costs.
Centered on mythical methamphetamine cookers Walter White and Jesse Pinkman, the series wrapped up more than a decade ago, but its legacy continues to draw looky-loos to the home.CBS News - 9h -
How to keep babies warm in cold weather and other winter tips
Much of the UK is facing a cold snap, so here are some tips to cope with low temperatures.BBC News - 13h -
Will ‘pet tech’ products appeal as cost of animal ownership soars?
Accessories include doggy sunglasses and feline ‘Fitbits’ — but there’s a contradiction at the heart of the petcare boomFinancial Times - 17h -
A(nother) Government Plan for Social Care
Health and Social Care Secretary promises to "grasp the nettle on social care reform”BBC News - 1d -
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Keeping warm when budgets are squeezed
A cold snap across the UK comes just as energy prices have risen, so here are a few tips to help you keep warm.BBC News - 1d -
Some Democrats said to be open to backing RFK Jr.
A handful of Senate Democrats are said to be leaving the door open to voting for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to become the next Health and Human Services secretary. As preparations for confirmation ...The Hill - 5h -
The big chill: warming, nourishing culture to help you hibernate until spring
Whether it’s wintry films and music, time-absorbing games or compelling telly and podcasts, with all this goodness to get stuck into there really is no reason to go outside. Wolf Hall: The Mirror ...The Guardian - 10h -
Blinken heads to Asia, Europe on last expected trip as top US diplomat
Secretary of State Antony Blinken will embark on what is expected to be his final overseas trip in office this weekend, traveling to South Korea, Japan and FranceABC News - 19h -
Streeting to unveil extra funding for English hospitals that cut waiting times fastest
Health secretary’s move intended to push NHS leaders to achieve government’s 18-week non-urgent treatment ‘milestone’Financial Times - 22h -
Top Fed official warns of US inflation risk after Trump takes power
Tom Barkin’s comments come just weeks before the president-elect takes office with a vow to raise tariffsFinancial Times - 1d -
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Don’t bet against the Department of Government Efficiency on deregulation
DOGE, the new Department of Government Efficiency, is being criticized by insiders for its lack of regulatory expertise, but supporters argue that it can succeed by empowering agency insiders to ...The Hill - 1d -
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How much will a $10,000 credit card balance transfer cost?
Planning to transfer $10,000 to a new card with a promotional rate? Here's how much the fees could cost you.CBS News - 1d -
Carville slams Democrats' use of 'NPR language' after Harris loss
James Carville slammed what the longtime Democratic strategist called “NPR language” that he said members of his party use as he evaluated why Vice President Harris lost the November election. ...The Hill - 1d -
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Slovakia threatens to cut benefit for Ukrainians
A dispute between Slovakia and Ukraine over Russian natural gas transit has been escalating.BBC News - 1d -
To the moon, an asteroid and beyond: The biggest space missions ahead in 2025
The year 2025 promises to be packed with space exploration, including robotic expeditions to the moon, a new observatory and a rendezvous with an asteroid.NBC News - 1d -
New Orleans had top-of-the-line barriers to prevent car attacks — but didn't use them on New Year's
New Orleans had access to effective anti-vehicle barriers ahead of the Bourbon Street attack on New Year’s Eve revelers that killed at least 14 people and wounded dozens more.NBC News - 1d -
Reinsurance costs fall as sector deploys record capital
Decrease follows two years of bumper profits for providersFinancial Times - 2d -
All Democrats expected to participate in Speaker’s vote
All Democrats are expected to be in the Capitol on Friday for the vote to seat the next Speaker of the House, according to the Democratic whip’s office. The full participation of Democrats is ...The Hill - 2d -
Trump border czar: New Orleans, Las Vegas attackers ‘both on a suicide mission’
President-elect Trump’s border czar Tom Homan said the New Year’s Day attackers in both New Orleans and Las Vegas were on “a suicide mission.” “I think both these incidents, Las Vegas and New ...The Hill - 2d -
Did a Targeting Non-Call Cost Arizona State the Peach Bowl?
Targeting has been college football’s most controversial rule since it was implemented in 2008.The New York Times - 2d -
2025 NFL QB market: Top free agents, trade targets, cut candidates, projected landing spots, contracts, more
Playing matchmaker for big names and needy teamsCBS Sports - 2d -
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Chinese government hackers targeted US Treasury office that administers sanctions – report
Treasury disclosed hack earlier this week, with Washington Post reporting targets were Office of Foreign Assets Control and Office of Financial Research. Chinese government hackers breached the US ...The Guardian - 2d -
Lions cut Jamal Adams from practice squad
The Lions are in desperate need of warm bodies on defense right now, but veteran safety Jamal Adams couldn't stick in Detroit.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Here are 9 states cutting their individual income taxes on Jan. 1
Some states are ushering in lower income tax rates in January, part of a recent push to cut taxes for their residents.CBS News - 3d -
Number of US venture capital firms falls as cash flows to tech’s top investors
Risk-averse financial institutions concentrate money on biggest Silicon Valley VCs in trend that threatens smaller groupsFinancial Times - 3d -
7 rising Democratic leaders to watch
Democrats are scrambling for a new leader to head the party and organize resistance to President-elect Trump following Vice President Harris’s loss in November's election. Several top names have ...The Hill - 3d -
The 40-plus year mission to keep President Carter safe
As a former president, Jimmy Carter had Secret Service protection for the rest of his life. Nicole Sganga has the story of the agents who guarded him around the clock for nearly half a century.CBS News - 3d -
How tariffs could affect health care costs
{beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story How tariffs could affect health care costs President-elect Trump’s proposed tariffs on imports could drastically affect the cost of prescription ...The Hill - 3d