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"Gladiator II" actors talk sequel, preparations and more

Actors Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn and Fred Hechinger talk about the upcoming release of "Gladiators II," 25 years after the original "Gladiator" movie, and what it was like working with director ...

Carey Dale Grayson put to death in Alabama's third nitrogen gas execution

An Alabama inmate convicted in a 1994 murder died Thursday in the state's third nitrogen hypoxia execution this year.

Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump’s nominee for US attorney-general

Former congressman says controversy around his nomination had become a ‘distraction’

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Volkswagen workers in Germany prepare to strike within weeks

Executives reject union proposal that would rule out factory closures in the country

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Yanks' Soto on free agency: Open to every team

Yankees star Juan Soto expressed excitement over being a free agent and said he's "open to listen to every single team."

Sports - ESPN - October 31

Secrets and spies — the women at the heart of espionage agencies

Two revealing books explore the unsung work and elusive lives of secretaries and intelligence agents on both sides of the Atlantic

Business - Financial Times - November 2

Soto will take time in free agency, Boras says

Juan Soto will take his time surveying the free agent market before signing with a team, according to his agent.

Sports - ESPN - November 6

Who will lead energy, environment agencies under Trump?

Energy and environment agencies may be helmed during the second Trump administration by officials who have served under the president-elect before. Several ex-Trump officials are among the leading ...

Politics - The Hill - November 10

Ramaswamy: 'We expect certain agencies to be deleted outright'

Tech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, who accepted a role alongside Elon Musk in President-elect Trump’s incoming administration to lead the new "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE), said ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

UK fraud agency opens bribery investigation of Thales

Probe of defence group will be jointly conducted with France’s Parquet National Financier

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Philippine town in the shadow of a volcano is buried in landslides

Residents of a northern Philippine town are picking up the pieces following one of the deadliest storms to hit the country this year

World - ABC News - October 28

Harris or Trump: How UK is preparing for new US president

With two very different candidates in the race, BBC political editor Chris Mason considers future UK-US relations.

Nikki Haley voters prepare to pick sides: From the Politics Desk

Voters who supported Nikki Haley in the Republican presidential primary prepare to make up their mind between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump in the 2024 election.

Politics - NBC News - October 30

What Data Shows About Late Abortions as States Prepare to Vote on Measures

Both sides are trying to make their opponents sound extreme. Here is what studies and data show about when and why abortions happen later in pregnancy.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 31

Asheville Awaits the Return of Tourists as Biltmore Estate Prepares to Reopen

The Biltmore, a popular destination in the area of western North Carolina ravaged by Hurricane Helene, will reopen Saturday. Local travel operators nervously hope it will mark the return of tourists.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

Swing state officials prepare for potential disruptions around December electors meetings

Swing state officials are weighing added security and venue changes for the Dec. 17 Electoral College meetings in the event the election results are being contested.

Politics - NBC News - November 2

Trump, Preparing to Challenge the Results, Puts His 2020 Playbook Into Action

Step by step, Donald J. Trump and his allies are following the strategies that caused chaos four years ago. Election officials say they are ready this time.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 2

How Caleb Williams, Brock Purdy and others are resetting the way quarterbacks prepare

Gormely and his CORTX team help quarterbacks find secret weapons using biomechanics-based training and technology.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

DNC vice chair says ‘we’re prepared’ for close race

Democratic National Committee Vice Chair Ken Martin on Sunday projected confidence going into Election Day on Tuesday, saying Democrats have long prepared for a close race. “I am really confident, ...

Politics - The Hill - November 3

Mikel Arteta handed shock blow as Edu quits Arsenal sporting director role

Brazilian key to club’s on-field improvement under Arteta He is likely to work for Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis Edu has sensationally resigned from his position as Arsenal’s sporting ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Four More Years of Unpredictability? The World Prepares for Trump’s Return.

Donald J. Trump has said he would transform America’s relationship with both allies and adversaries. Notably, he has pledged to end the war in Ukraine in 24 hours, increase tariffs and deport ...

World - The New York Times - November 6

Biden’s climate legacy in focus as US prepares for Trump’s return

Next administration set to take a radically different approach to energy policy

World - Financial Times - November 6

As Trump prepares for 2nd term, what it means for health care issues

Former President Donald Trump is set to return to the White House after winning Tuesday night’s election, and that could mean major changes to the health care landscape.

Chinese exports soar as Beijing prepares for trade tensions with Trump

China could respond to aggressive new tariffs with bigger stimulus action or currency depreciation, say analysts

World - Financial Times - November 7

White House preparing for peaceful transition of power to Trump administration

President Biden will address the nation Thursday morning for the first time since Donald Trump won the presidential election as the Biden administration prepares to leave the White House. CBS News ...

Macron asks if Europe is prepared to defend its interests after Trump's win

France’s president Emmanuel Macron said Europe should not reflect on whether President-elect Trump’s victory is “good,” but instead consider how it will impact the continent's priorities. “I think ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

FirstFT: Trump’s first appointment

Also in today’s newsletter, Fed cuts rates and Citi revamps wealth banker pay

World - Financial Times - November 8

Ireland prepares for 3-week campaign to decide next prime minister

Ireland’s President Michael Higgins has dissolved parliament to clear the way for a Nov. 29 election that will determine who controls government

World - ABC News - November 8

At Women’s March Event, Organizers Say They Are Preparing a ‘Comeback Tour’

At a demonstration on Saturday, the crowd was small and enthusiasm was lacking. But organizers are planning a big march ahead of the inauguration.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 10

Martha Stewart prepares dishes from her 100th book

In 1982 Martha Stewart published her first book, "Entertaining." Now, the lifestyle entrepreneur has released her 100th, "Martha: The Cookbook," which contains some of her favorite recipes. She ...

Trump begins to fill Cabinet positions as he prepares for a second term

President-elect Trump is beginning to fill his top spots in his administration. On Truth Social, Trump announced former ICE director Tom Homan will be his "border czar." He has also nominated New ...

FBI Director Christopher Wray is preparing for a possible forced exit under Trump

One person under consideration for the job is Trump adviser Kash Patel, who is also being considered to lead the CIA, two sources familiar with the matter told NBC News.

Tariff test for EU as Trump prepares to squeeze trade partners

Senior US official urges Brussels to postpone resumption of ‘retaliatory’ levies scheduled for March

Business - Financial Times - November 12

Bitcoin surges as pro-crypto Trump prepares for second term

Bitcoin is surging and some are attributing it to former President Donald Trump winning a second term in the White House. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has more on what a pro-crypto Trump presidency ...

Triumphant Republicans Grapple With Trump’s Influence as They Return to Capitol

The president-elect is to visit Capitol Hill on Wednesday as Republican senators elect a majority leader. His staffing decisions are already depleting the narrow majority the G.O.P. expects in the ...

Top stories - The New York Times - November 12

South America’s ‘made in China’ megaport prepares to transform trade

Beijing-backed project in Peru poses strategic challenge to US as Donald Trump prepares to take office in January

Business - Financial Times - November 13

US charges CIA official with leaking document on Israeli attack preparations

The U.S. has charged a man who worked for the CIA overseas with leaking a classified document last month that assessed Israeli preparations for a counterattack on Iran. The man, Asif William ...

Politics - The Hill - November 13

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