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Deadly storms in Texas, Georgia
Tornadoes and large hail slammed the south of the U.S. At least four deaths have been reported after the storms. CBS News' Jason Allen has more, and CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Andrew Kozak ...CBS News - 5h -
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Have Prostate Removal Surgery
The prime minister was diagnosed with an infection from a “benign enlargement of his prostate.”The New York Times - 1d -
Former US lieutenant general warns Musk poses national security risks
A former U.S. lieutenant general warned Sunday that Elon Musk, the tech billionaire who has become intricately involved in President-elect Trump’s transition, may pose national security risks due ...The Hill - 3h -
The greatest political comeback in history
Donald J. Trump, the 45th and soon to be 47th president of the United States, makes a strong case in that his political comeback was the greatest in American, or perhaps all, of history.The Hill - 5h -
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Russian smugglers import luxury cars from Europe despite sanctions
Wealthy customers hit with hefty charges as importers forced to take longer routesFinancial Times - 17h -
Former US president Jimmy Carter dies aged 100
Leader whose time in office was marred by inflation and Iran hostage crisis won praise for his humanitarian workFinancial Times - 23h -
Jimmy Carter, former US president, dies aged 100
The Democrat served a single term as president, a late 1970s period of economic and diplomatic crises.BBC News - 1d -
Former Trump adviser: If Denmark can't defend Greenland, let US buy it to 'become part of Alaska'
Former national security adviser Robert O’Brien said in a Sunday interview that Denmark should let the U.S. “buy” Greenland if it cannot defend the self-governing country, noting the territory will ...The Hill - 1d -
Georgia Inaugurates Mikheil Kavelashvili as President Amid Anti-Western Drift
Even though a figurehead, Mikheil Kavelashvili occupies a symbolic role as the country moves further from the West and toward Russia and China.The New York Times - 1d -
Former Manchester City footballer sworn in as Georgia's president
Former Manchester City footballer Mikheil Kavelashvili has been sworn in as the president of Georgia.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Bolivia's former leader Evo Morales seeks a political comeback from his stronghold in the tropics
Bolivia will elect a new president in August and already, a political battle is looming between two adversaries, the country's former leader Evo Morales and his onetime ally turned rival, President ...ABC News - 1d -
US sanctions former Georgia prime minister amid political turmoil
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on Georgia’s former prime minister and billionaire Bidzina Ivanishvili, accusing him and the ruling party he founded of “undermining” the country’s “democratic and ...The Hill - 2d -
Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who instituted economic reforms, cremated in New Delhi
Manmohan Singh, the former Indian prime minister widely regarded as the architect of the country’s economic reform program, has been cremated after a state funeralABC News - 2d -
Manmohan Singh, Indian Prime Minister, Dies at 92
The country’s first Sikh prime minister, he introduced free-market reforms that turned India into an economic powerhouse and sought reconciliation with Pakistan.The New York Times - 2d -
South Korea impeaches acting President Han Duck-soo, deepening political turmoil
Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok is next in line to take on the mantle of the acting presidency, according to South Korean law.CNBC - 3d -
Make more use of open prisons, former minister says
As he reviews sentencing policy, David Gauke points to Spain where reforms have cut prison numbers.BBC News - 3d -
Brother of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has died at 60
The brother of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has died after suffering from cancer, Downing Street said in a statement FridayABC News - 3d -
India’s former prime minister Manmohan Singh, architect of landmark nuclear deal, dies at 92
India’s former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, widely regarded as the architect of India’s economic reform program and a landmark nuclear deal with the United States, has died.NBC News - 3d -
London-listed miner pauses Mozambique operation amid political unrest
Gemfields makes decision over ruby mining after groups ‘took advantage’ of situation to try to invade its site. The London-listed mining company Gemfields said it had temporarily halted its ruby ...The Guardian - 3d -
Leaders and politicians pay homage to India’s former prime minister, Manmohan Singh
Authorities in India have declared a seven-day mourning period to honor Manmohan Singh as politicians and public paid tributes to the country’s former prime minister widely regarded as the ...ABC News - 3d -
This Was the Year of the Influencer Political Takeover
Politicians fully embraced the creator economy in 2024, blurring the lines between punditry and journalism. By 2028, the lawmakers could become creators themselves.Wired - 3d -
Political leaders and industry titans pay tribute to former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh
Former Indian PM Manmohan Singh’s passing triggered an outpouring of tributes from Indian political figures, world leaders and industry titans.CNBC - 3d -
Manmohan Singh, India's former prime minister, dies at 92
A mild-mannered technocrat, Manmohan Singh became one of India's longest-serving prime ministers. He was chosen to fill the role by Sonia Gandhi, the widow of assassinated Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.CBS News - 3d -
Putin follows Trump’s bitcoin embrace. Can crypto help Russia evade sanctions?
The Russian government has been a historic opponent of bitcoin, banning its use for domestic payments, but has recently come to see the potential benefits of virtual currencies for evading U.S. and ...MarketWatch - 3d -
Manmohan Singh, former Indian prime minister, 1932-2024
As finance minister, he paved the way for a transformative liberalisation of the state-controlled economyFinancial Times - 4d -
India’s former prime minister Manmohan Singh dies
Oxford-educated economist liberalised the country’s economy and paved the way for strong growthFinancial Times - 4d -
India's former prime minister Manmohan Singh, architect of economic reforms, dies aged 92
India’s former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, widely regarded as the architect of India’s economic reform program and a landmark nuclear deal with the United States, has diedABC News - 4d -
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Former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh dies aged 92
The ex-politician was admitted to hospital on Thursday after his health deteriorated. Manmohan Singh, India’s first Sikh prime minister and the architect of the big-bang economic reforms that set ...The Guardian - 4d -
Should Investors Worry About Market Turmoil Under Trump?
Readers have concerns that President-elect Trump’s policy agenda will unsettle stocks. If you’re tempted to make big portfolio moves, revisit 2020.The New York Times - 4d -
Former US President Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after flu
The 42nd president was admitted to hospital on Monday for tests and observation after developing a fever.BBC News - 6d -
Russian ship under US sanctions sinks after engine room blast
Ursa Major ran into trouble in the Mediterranean between Spain and Algeria, with two crew still missing.BBC News - 6d -
The polite way to gift cash this holiday season, according to etiquette pros—you can even use Venmo
Giving and asking for cash for the holidays can feel gauche. But it's within the bounds of good manners when done correctly, etiquette pros say.CNBC - 6d -
Tonga's parliament elects a new prime minister after his predecessor quit this month
Tonga’s parliament has elected Aisake Eke as the country’s new prime ministerABC News - 6d -
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Tonga government elects ’Aisake Valu Eke as new prime minister
The new leader was chosen by secret ballot two weeks after the previous premier resigned abruptly amid a power struggle with the Pacific nation’s royal family. Tonga’s government elected a new ...The Guardian - 6d -
Turmoil between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was building for months
Blake Lively has alleged that her ‘It Ends With Us’ co-star and director Justin Baldoni created a hostile work environment and tried to ruin her reputation. He denied the accusations.NBC News - 6d -
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Dozens of MPs in Justin Trudeau’s Liberal party agree prime minister should resign
Core of the Liberals have abandoned Canada’s prime minister after last week’s resignation of his deputy. Dozens of MPs in Justin Trudeau’s Liberal party have now agreed that Canada’s embattled ...The Guardian - Dec. 23
