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More cucumbers recalled as salmonella sickens 68 people in 19 states
Feds warn against eating recalled cucumbers and multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads and wraps.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Shares of American Eagle plunge 13% as company issues weak holiday guidance
American Eagle issued weak holiday guidance after reporting its third sales miss in a row.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
OpenAI's active user count soars to 300 million people per week
After months of C-suite changes, tender offers and a soaring valuation, OpenAI has reached a new milestone: 300 million weekly active users.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
Why are people pouring milk down the drain over a cow feed additive?
The new additive aims to cut down on methane emissions from cows, but some have raised safety concerns.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Mysterious illness in Congo has killed dozens of people, health authorities report
A mysterious disease with flu-like symptoms has killed dozens of people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to health officials.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Supreme Court skeptical of challenge to Tennessee ban on transgender youth treatments
The conservative-majority Supreme Court dives into the culture war issue of transgender rights as it weighs whether states can restrict gender transition care for minors.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
With Assad Challenged, a Push to Cut Syria’s Ties to Iran Grows More Unlikely
Even as Israel bombarded Syria, officials say the U.S. and Gulf countries were working to weaken its president’s alliance with Tehran. Rebels’ shock advance has dampened those hopes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Unknown flu-like disease kills at least 79 people in DR Congo
Authorities say those infected have symptoms including headaches, fever and a runny nose.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Defeat the Iranian threat by empowering the people of Iran
It is in America's national security interest to help the people of Iran to replace the Islamic regime.The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Biden heading back to U.S. from Angola after highlighting American investments
President Biden has wrapped up his historic trip to Angola after touring a port on Wednesday where the U.S. has invested billions. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
17 Gifts for People Who Are Perpetually Cold (2024)
From tiny mugs to a backyard hot tub, these picks will make your loved ones feel warm and fuzzy—inside and out.Wired - Dec. 4 -
Kendrick Lamar and SZA announce 2025 North American stadium tour
“Not Like Us,” it’s like themABC News - Dec. 4 -
From Chinese Patriot to American Spy: The Unusual Life of John Leung
He had been hailed by Chinese state media as a model for his efforts to promote Beijing’s interests in the United States. He was in fact an F.B.I. informant.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
A sweet Black Friday deal for retailers this year: ‘People keep spending money’
Despite a consensus that many Americans voted last month based on concerns about financial well-being and cost-of-living pressures, the recent kickoff to the holiday-shopping season is ...MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
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Scottish Budget presents huge challenges for SNP
Finance Secretary Shona Robison is preparing to set out her spending plans for next year.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Sage Toda-Nation: ‘Be with people you love and eat loads of good food’
For the clothing designer, a good Christmas is one where the pressure is off and the gifts are meaningfulFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Comer highlights bill challenging work from home deal for federal employees
Rep. James Comer (R-Ky.) on Tuesday highlighted a bill he previously introduced that challenges a deal for hybrid work protections of federal employees. “THOUSANDS of federal employees just landed ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Justice Dept.’s Apolitical Tradition Is Challenged by 2 Presidents
The post-Watergate norm that political leaders should steer clear of criminal cases is being tested from opposite ends of the political spectrum.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
American families will be big losers if the world ditches the dollar. Here’s what’s at stake.
Pay now or pay later: U.S. must defend its allies or the dollar could lose the reserve currency status that American consumers enjoy.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
How Private Funds Could Hurt Americans Under Trump
The fund managers who backed Donald Trump’s candidacy have welcomed his victory with calls for new directions in policy.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Indian American family subjected to racist rant on United Airlines bus
An Indian American photographer took a video of a woman verbally attacking him and his children with racist slurs on a United Airlines shuttle bus.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Three-fourths of Americans think media is biased: Pew
More than three-quarters of U.S. adults say that news organizations are biased when presenting news on social and political issues, according to a new survey. The survey from the Pew Research ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
‘You’re not American’: Racist rant caught on camera after flight to Los Angeles
An Indian American man recorded a woman’s verbal attack against him and his family after they arrived at Los Angeles International Airport and boarded a shuttle bus. Pervez Taufiq said the woman ...NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Village People singer: 'YMCA' has 'benefited greatly' from Trump's use
A singer and co-writer on the Village People megahit "Y.M.C.A." says the 1978 tune has "benefited greatly" from being a favorite on President-elect Trump's playlist. In a Monday post on Facebook, ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Bowman to Biden: 'Pardon the 40 people who are on death row'
Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.) is urging President Biden to issue clemency to inmates on death row after the president signed a pardon for his son, Hunter, over the weekend. “Don‘t stop at Hunter ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Eye Opener: Millions of Americans impacted by massive winter storm
Winter storm blankets eastern North America in heavy snow, with more to come. Also, President Biden is criticized by both parties for pardoning his son Hunter Biden. All that and all that matters ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
How an American steel takeover became a political firestorm
A Japanese company’s plan to buy US Steel is challenging the country’s long-standing policy towards foreign investmentFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
VAR coach challenges coming to new competitions
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) on Monday approved expanded trials of Football Video Support (FVS), an alternative VAR system which gives coaches the chance to challenge decisions.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Tennessee’s Ban on Transgender Care
On Wednesday, the justices will hear the marquee case of the term, a challenge to a Tennessee law banning several forms of medical care for transgender youths.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
How a Syrian Rebel Went From an American Jail to Seizing Aleppo
Once affiliated with Islamic State and al Qaeda, rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Jawlani professes religious tolerance. Many have doubts.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 2 -
Guinea soccer stadium crush kills 56 people
A controversial refereeing decision sparked violence and a crush at a soccer match in southeast Guinea, killing 56 people, according to a provisional toll, the government said on Monday.ESPN - Dec. 2 -
Guinea stadium stampede kills 56 people following clashes at soccer match
Officials and witnesses say chaos erupted at a soccer game in Guinea after fans protested a referee’s call and thousands of panicked spectators tried to flee the stadium, leaving at least 56 people ...ABC News - Dec. 2 -
Americans expected to spend $13 billion total on Cyber Monday deals
Consumers are focusing on finding deals on Cyber Monday and American spending is expected to rise compared to 2023. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks down the spending trends for 2024.CBS News - Dec. 2 -
Raskin launches challenge to Nadler for top Democratic spot on Judiciary panel
Rep. Jamie Raskin (Md.) launched a bid to be the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee on Monday, challenging Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.) for the post on the powerful panel. The ...The Hill - Dec. 2 -
Trump Wants to Shake Up Health Care. Many Americans Don’t Mind.
Some voters galvanized by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s pledge to “Make America Healthy Again” said they believed the health establishment was dismissive and even corrupt.The New York Times - Dec. 2
