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Puerto Rican stars decry 'willful ignorance' at Trump MSG rally
A trifecta of Puerto Rican superstars combined forces in a new opinion piece for the New York Times to condemn the “willful ignorance” of former President Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden on ...Politics - The Hill - November 1 -
Van Jones: Puerto Rican vote 'lit on fire' in Pennsylvania
CNN commentator Van Jones said the Puerto Rican vote has been “lit on fire” in Pennsylvania after a comedian at a former President Trump rally made a joke about the island. “There is an energy. ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Young adults in Puerto Rico are struggling financially. Here's what that means and why some return
More than half of adults ages 18 to 29 in Puerto Rico are financially fragile compared to older generations on the island, and young adults in the U.S.Business - CNBC - November 10 -
Trump Asked for Power. Voters Said Yes.
This was a conquering of the nation not by force but with a permission slip. Now, America stands on the precipice of an authoritarian style of governance never before seen in its 248-year history.Top stories - The New York Times - November 6 -
‘Not a fan’: what UK politicians have said about Donald Trump before – and now
Senior figures who criticised Trump in past have tempered voicing strong views knowing he could return as president. US elections 2024 – live updates US election results 2024: live map and ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
What Auburn coach Bruce Pearl, star player Johni Broome said about midair plane fight that grounded team
'Stuff happens,' said Auburn star Johni Broome postgame on Saturday of the fightSports - CBS Sports - November 11 -
What Pam Bondi, Trump's new AG pick, has said about investigating DOJ prosecutors
Donald Trump's new attorney general pick Pam Bondi appears easily positioned to pick up the mantle on his goal of overhauling DOJ and his pledge for retribution.Top stories - ABC News - 11 hours ago -
These seven states will decide the election. Here’s what we learned reporting on the ground
The White House is won not by popular vote but electoral college votes taken state by state. These races are incredibly close . Spare a thought for beleaguered Pennsylvanians. During the past few ...World - The Guardian - October 26 -
Is The Nintendo Switch 2 Backwards Compatible? Here's What We Know
The Switch 2 is coming. It might not be called that, but Nintendo is gearing up to announce a new console, and a key piece of information about the system was just revealed: It'll be ...Tech - GameSpot - November 6 -
Why Do People Cry? Here’s What We Know.
We’re the only species that sheds emotional tears, but much about them remains an enigma.Top stories - The New York Times - November 15 -
We asked Guardian readers what are some of the tiny things that help them get through the day | First Dog on the Moon
Aside from reading First Dog on the Moon cartoons. Sign up here to get an email whenever First Dog cartoons are published Get all your needs met at the First Dog shop if what you need is ...World - The Guardian - November 1 -
Tony Hinchcliffe defends his Puerto Rico jokes from Trump rally
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe is defending his jokes about Puerto Rico at former President Trump's New York City rally on Sunday after facing significant backlash from figures across the political ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
Latino political strategist responds to Puerto Rico jokes at Trump MSG rally
ABC News speaks with Latino Victory Fund chair Luis Miranda after a comedian at former President Trump's NYC rally called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."Top stories - ABC News - October 29 -
Jennifer Lopez says Puerto Rico joke offended 'every Latino in this country'
Actress and musician Jennifer Lopez said a joke during former President Trump's Madison Square Garden rally on Sunday offended “every Latino in this country,” as she stumped for Vice President ...Politics - The Hill - November 1 -
What we know about Israel's retaliatory attack against Iran
Israel launched its long-anticipated retaliatory attack on Iran on Friday night. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio and Charlie D'Agata have the latest.Top stories - CBS News - October 25 -
What we know about The Washington Post's decision not to endorse a 2024 candidate
The Washington Post is dealing with the fallout from its decision not to endorse a presidential candidate for the first time in 36 years. David Folkenflik, media correspondent at NPR, joins CBS ...Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
What we know about the ballot box fires in Oregon, Washington
New details are emerging about the ballot boxes set on fire in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, that may have destroyed dozens of 2024 election ballots. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has the ...Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
What we know about North Korea's intercontinental missile test
North Korea launched a new ICBM Thursday that's designed to reach the U.S. mainland. The U.S., South Korea and Japan all condemned the launch, which came amid warnings that North Korean soldiers in ...Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
What we know about deadly Orlando mass shooting
A 17-year-old suspect could be charged as an adult after allegedly shooting at least eight people in downtown Orlando as Halloween celebrations continued into early Friday morning. CBS News' Manuel ...Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
What we know about Trump's transition plan, team's next steps
President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is reportedly moving quickly to coordinate his second term. The team includes key Trump donors and two of the former president's sons, CBS News' ...Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
Ocasio-Cortez not going to 'sugarcoat what we are all about to collectively experience'
New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D) reviewed the potential adverse impact of the 2024 election and highlighted freedoms that could be threatened by President-elect Trump’s win in a social ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
What We Learned About Celebrity Culture in the 2024 Election
Hollywood endorsements, once an essential part of a campaign playbook, may have backfired in this election.Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 8 -
What we know about the alleged Iranian plot to assassinate Trump
The Department of Justice has revealed criminal charges in connection with a failed Iranian plot to kill U.S. officials, including President-elect Donald Trump. The DOJ named three individuals in a ...Top stories - CBS News - November 8