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Secret Service fired at suspects near Yellen’s home
A Secret Service agent fired at suspects who were attempting to open car doors near Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s home in Washington, D.C., early Tuesday morning, a spokesman said in a ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Tiger Woods shares return plans after back surgery: 'When I'm ready to complete and play at this level'
Woods underwent a sixth back procedure two months ago to alleviate pain endured throughout 2024CBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
Secret Service fires shots near Janet Yellen's home, no one hurt
A U.S. Secret Service agent fired shots near the home of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen early Tuesday morning.ABC News - Dec. 3 -
What Kash Patel Could Do to the F.B.I.
The true danger is almost less about the pick and more about what it says of Trump’s approach to his second term.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Designer Cortney Novogratz shares festive DIY holiday card ideas for families
Designer and mom of seven Cortney Novogratz offers creative, easy-to-make holiday greeting card projects perfect for kids or family photo ideas to share with loved ones this season.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Third base not exactly flush with options if Phillies do trade Bohm
With little at third base in free agency after Alex Bregman, who would even be the Phillies' options if they trade Alec Bohm this offseason? Here are some candidates.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Inside Aleppo: Family reunions, nervousness at rebel rule and fear of war
Syria's second city has been captured by the armed rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from government forces.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
What are the BRICS countries — and are they really trying to leave the dollar like Trump says?
In his latest trade-related tirade, President-elect Donald Trump has set his sights on a group of emerging-market countries collectively known as the “BRICS.”MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
Seven months to go - Farrell's Lions to-do list
Andy Farrell has switched from coaching Ireland to leading the British and Irish Lions - what are his priorities in his first days in the job?BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Bill O'Reilly: We need Kash Patel in FBI to 'blow that place up'
Kash Patel, who President-elect Donald Trump has tapped to lead the FBI, is needed more than ever, according to Bill O'Reilly.The Hill - Dec. 3 -
The White House Goes on the Defense, and Israel and Hezbollah Trade Fire
Plus, mail trucks get a “goofy” upgrade.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
The Broncos paid Russell Wilson $39 million to leave — now he's QB for a Super Bowl contender
When the Pittsburgh Steelers made the midseason decision to switch starting quarterbacks, the move wasn’t exactly celebrated.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
What does it actually mean when we talk about the American ‘working class’? | Rebecca Solnit
Everyone I asked gave a different definition – and when a concept is so nebulous, it becomes a political cudgel. In the aftermath of the election, the working class was constantly invoked and ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
‘When the tie goes on Brent takes over’: life as a comedy character lookalike
Is the pay really that good? Do you get bored? What was your worst gig? We ask ‘David Brent’, ‘Nessa’ and ‘Ali G’ what it’s actually like to make your money by being the spit of someone else’s ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
One City’s Approach to Tackling Domestic Violence
San Antonio has long had a high rate of family violence. An unusual court is trying to intervene before the violence turns deadly.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
The ChatGPT secret: is that text message from your friend, your lover – or a robot?
People are turning to chatbots to solve all their life problems, and they like its answers. But are they on a very slippery slope?. When Tim first tried ChatGPT, he wasn’t very impressed. He had a ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Olympian Jordan Chiles says real estate will be her next career—when the time comes
When she is ready to move away from gymnastics and into real estate, Chiles can certainly seek advice from her fellow Olympian Simone Biles.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
‘Harm to children was part of the point’: a harrowing film on US family separations
Errol Morris’s bleak documentary Separated has gained in relevance since it premiered with more ‘state-created orphans’ to come under a second Trump administration. He thought he was working in the ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Inside the Vatican’s secret saint-making process
Canonisation has long been a way for the Catholic church to shape its image. The Vatican is preparing to anoint its first millennial saint, but how does it decide who is worthy?. As a child growing ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Patriots' shocking gamble to try 68-yard field goal on final play a decision no NFL coach had made in 10 years
The Patriots let Joey Slye attempt a record-setting field goal on the final play against the ColtsCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
Does Dragon Age: The Veilguard do enough to renovate BioWare’s rep?
Dragon Age: The Veilguard is the latest game from BioWare after a few rough years. Is it enough to bring back the love from fans?VentureBeat - Dec. 3 -
Octavious Jackson dies at 44: Ex-Florida State DT was member of 1999 national championship team
Jackson was allegedly trying to break up a fight when he was shotCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
3 people killed when 8 shot at a gathering in Chicago's Gage Park neighborhood
Eight people were shot, three fatally, Monday afternoon during a "social gathering" at a residence in Chicago's Gage Park neighborhood, a police official said.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
WATCH: Family dog gives college student special welcome home
Wallace the dachshund couldn't get enough of Lexi, who was returning home for break from Illinois State University.ABC News - Dec. 2 -
Ex-House staffer facing charges for unlawful possession of ammunition: Capitol Police
A former House staffer is facing charges for unlawful possession of ammunition after “officers found four ammunition magazines and eleven rounds of ammunition” in his bag at the Cannon House Office ...The Hill - Dec. 2 -
Visiting Europe's Christmas markets? Here's how to do it — via a river cruise
A river cruise is a convenient way to explore some of the oldest and most famous Christmas markets in Europe, writes contributor Penny Sadler.CNBC - Dec. 2 -
Ravens coach John Harbaugh provides cryptic response when asked about Diontae Johnson's status following DNP
A former Pro Bowler, Johnson was Carolina's leading receiver when the Ravens acquired him in October. In five games with Baltimore, Johnson has just one catch.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
House environment panel poised for Democratic leadership shakeup
Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Grijalva bows out of race for top Dem spot on House climate panel House Natural Resources ...The Hill - Dec. 2 -
White House defends pardon of Hunter Biden amid backlash
Republicans and some Democrats have accused Joe Biden of damaging trust in the justice department.BBC News - Dec. 2 -
Incoming House majority squeezed by Trump's planned appointments
President-elect Donald Trump's selection of a number of House Republicans to fill top posts in his administration is pulling from an already shallow bench.CBS News - Dec. 2 -
House COVID-19 panel releases final report: 3 key takeaways
The House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic released its final report Monday, laying out numerous conclusions from its review of the federal pandemic response, including what the ...The Hill - Dec. 2 -
House Democrat: We should revisit pardon power in Constitution
Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) spoke out after President Biden’s pardoning of his son Hunter on Sunday, saying the decision sparks a conversation about revisiting the pardon power in the ...The Hill - Dec. 2 -
One of the best MVP races in NFL history is unfolding
Three weeks ago, the MVP was Lamar Jackson's to lose. Then Saquon Barkley went superhero and now Josh Allen is making his push. Buckle up for an intense finish.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
Bipartisan bill would study AI's impact on banking, housing
A new bill with bipartisan support would commission studies on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the banking and housing sectors, where lawmakers have been sounding an alarm about ...The Hill - Dec. 2 -
READ: House COVID-19 pandemic panel's final report
The House Oversight and Accountability Committee’s COVID-19 panel issued its final report on Monday ahead of a hearing this week. The report yields five points of bipartisan consensus and seven ...The Hill - Dec. 2 -
NFL playoff picture through Week 13: Bills, Chiefs clinch playoff spots as Lions try to fend off Vikings, Eagles in NFC race
Both the Bills and the Chiefs are officially headed to the playoffs after they locked up their divisions this weekend.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
Target’s Hot Santa Ads Join ‘Hot Frosty’ in Spiced Up Holidays
A new series of ads from Target features Kris K., a “weirdly hot” version of the beloved character, continuing a trend of spicing up holiday favorites.The New York Times - Nov. 28 -
Visa delays crippling lives of hundreds of UK migrants - even when they have British children
Hundreds of migrants living in the UK are facing agonising delays in finding out if they can stay, despite some having British children. Most immigrants in the UK have to apply to extend their ...Yahoo Sports - Nov. 27 -
Who takes charge when Thames Water has no shareholders?
Not literally, but effectivelyFinancial Times - Nov. 26
