Another Presidential Debate

Lessons from the inside on a tricky presidential transition

Think strategically, communicate clearly and remember that ‘personnel is policy’

Financial Times - 1d

Colorado apartments at center of Venezuelan gang debate to be closed

The Colorado apartment complex where armed alleged members of a Venezuelan gang were seen on video breaking into an occupied unit will be closed.

NBC News - 1d

Boulter suffers another early Grand Slam exit

Katie Boulter's hopes of making a deep run at a major for the first time are ended by Russia's Veronika Kudermetova at the Australian Open.

BBC News - 2d

Biden calls for constitutional amendment on presidential immunity

President Biden on Wednesday said there should be an amendment to the Constitution that makes clear presidents are not immune from crimes committed in office, using his farewell address in part to ...

The Hill - 2d

The China commodities supercycle is over. Will there be another?

Chinese demand for steel and iron ore has finally peaked. The industry hopes the energy transition will spark a new boom, but it will be shaped by geopolitical competition

Financial Times - 3d

Carrie Underwood will sing at Trump's second presidential inauguration

Country superstar Carrie Underwood is slated to perform 'America the Beautiful' before Donald J. Trump is sworn in for the second time as president of the U.S.

Los Angeles Times - 4d

Hamas Has Another Sinwar. And He's Rebuilding.

Militants in Gaza are recruiting new fighters under the leadership of Yahya Sinwar’s younger brother, Mohammed Sinwar, known as “Shadow.”

The Wall Street Journal - 5d

Venezuela’s leader starts another disputed term

Western nations punish President Nicolás Maduro over allegedly fraudulent election

Financial Times - 5d

Biden awards Pope Francis with Presidential Medal of Freedom

President Biden has awarded Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction. Biden, a lifelong Catholic, was scheduled to travel to the Vatican but canceled due to the California ...

NBC News - 5d

Democrats debate strategy, voter protection at first candidate forum

Democrats evaluated candidates for party leadership at their first virtual candidate forum on Saturday with a focus on the Southern region. The highly contested race for DNC chair forced contenders ...

The Hill - 6d

Biden awards Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom

The White House said President Biden bestowed the award to Pope Francis during a phone call in which they also discussed efforts to promote peace and alleviate suffering around the world.

CBS News - 6d

The image that speaks a thousand words about our inhumane migration debate | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett

The birth of a baby boy on a dangerously overcrowded refugee boat should be a wake-up call to all of us. It has become something of a cliche to compare modern photographic compositions to ...

The Guardian - Jan. 11

At Jimmy Carter’s Funeral, a Rare Image of Presidential Unity

President-elect Donald J. Trump becomes part of the club. Melania Trump joins the first ladies.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

Attack on Chad's presidential palace leaves 19 dead

State media in Chad say an attack on the presidential palace left 18 assailants dead and six in custody, with one soldier killed and three wounded

ABC News - Jan. 9

Biden becomes great-grandfather, in likely presidential first

President Biden welcomed his first great-grandchild into the world on Wednesday after his granddaughter Naomi had a cesarean section birth in Los Angeles. Biden, 82, is believed to be the first ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

Lebanon prepares for presidential vote in test of Hizbollah’s power

Parliamentary election follows two years of political deadlock blamed on militant group now weakened by war with Israel

Financial Times - Jan. 8

How Canada's immigration debate soured - and helped seal Trudeau's fate

Immigration has long been a polarising issue in the West but Canada mostly avoided it - until now

BBC News - Jan. 8

Watch live: House GOP holds first presser of 119th Congress amid reconciliation debate

House Republican leaders are holding a news conference Tuesday morning as GOP lawmakers grapple with President-elect Trump's public back-and-forth over whether Congress should pass his agenda in ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

‘Everyone owns the beach’: Australian PM throws shade in cabana debate

Anthony Albanese says using shade structures to reserve space is ‘not on’ as local mayor urges beachgoers ‘to be kind and considerate’. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Ulta Beauty gains on new CEO pick and sales outlook. But analysts debate the threat from rivals.

Ulta said Kecia Steelman, who became its chief operating officer in 2023, would be its new chief executive.

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

Some H-1B workers say they feel insulted by debate over visa holders

In recent days, Trump said he supported H-1B visas. In the past, he’s made comments about the program, saying, “We shouldn’t have it. Very, very bad for workers.”

NBC News - Jan. 6

Congress certifies Trump's presidential victory without melodrama

Politico - Jan. 6

What to know about Venezuela's upcoming presidential inauguration

The next presidential term in Venezuela is set to begin Friday, when the ruling party-controlled congress will host a swearing-in ceremony for President Nicolás Maduro

ABC News - Jan. 6

Why has Elon Musk reignited debate over the UK rape gangs scandal?

Latest intervention by close ally of Donald Trump puts Keir Starmer’s role under the spotlight

Financial Times - Jan. 6

Magic, Messi get Presidential Medal of Freedom

Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Lionel Messi received the Presidential Medal of Freedom during a ceremony Saturday at the White House.

ESPN - Jan. 5

Who Are the Recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom?

The honorees included high-profile figures like Hillary Clinton, the singer Bono and the philanthropist and donor George Soros.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

White House announces Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients

The White House announced the recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor. The 19 honorees include former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, international ...

NBC News - Jan. 4

Which teams, players and stories will dominate 2025 in the NBA? Our experts debate

From coaches on the hot seat to breakout players, our NBA insiders answer some of the biggest questions heading into 2025.

ESPN - Jan. 4

Germany debates menace of ‘firework bombs’ after New Year’s violence

Deaths and clashes with police mar celebrations, with officials calling for tougher curbs on use of powerful fireworks

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Bereaved whale spotted pushing another dead calf

A whale that famously pushed its calf's dead body for 17 days in 2018 appears to be grieving again.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Will Congress get another shot at PBM reform?

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Congress missed a chance at PBM reforms. Will they get another? Lawmakers ended 2024 on the cusp of passing a ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Debate Over U.S. Sanctions on Russia For Ukraine War Intensifies

The president-elect has said he will use sanctions sparingly while vowing to end the war in Ukraine, renewing questions over their efficacy.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Biden to award Presidential Citizens Medal to Cheney, Thompson

Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, and former Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, served as chair and vice chair of the House Jan. 6 select committee.

CBS News - Jan. 2

Are we ready for another pandemic?

After Covid-19, world leaders agreed to work together to strengthen global health systems, but negotiations on a new agreement have stalled. Five years ago, the world was hearing the first reports ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

Biden to award Liz Cheney and others with Presidential Citizens Medal

President Biden on Thursday will award the Presidential Citizens Medal to 20 individuals at the White House, including former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.), who has been an outspoken critic of ...