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California Gov. Newsom calls for special legislative session after Trump win

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) issued a proclamation Thursday to convene a special session of the state Legislature, with the goal of preserving civil rights and enabling potential litigation ...

Politics - The Hill - 7 hours ago

Democrats call for special counsel probe into Kushner over Saudi ties

Correction: This article has been corrected to reflect that lawmakers assess Saudi Arabia has paid Jared Kushner $87 million, and not as previously written. Senior Democrats in the House and Senate ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Louisiana governor calls a special session to address taxes and the courts

Louisiana legislators will meet for a special session beginning Nov. 6 to consider Republican Gov. Jeff Landry’s ambitious attempt to overhaul the state’s tax structure

Southwest’s stock falls after activist calls special meeting to elect new board

Southwest Airlines’ stock took a turn lower Monday, after activist investor Elliott Investment Management called for a special meeting to give shareholders a chance to elect “a completely ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 14

Why the public dismisses Biden’s legislative accomplishments

My take is that Biden’s legislation has not been received well received principally because the American public does not see the direct benefits to them.

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Trump advisers, Congress discuss tariff legislation

Politics - Politico - 4 hours ago

Special Edition: America Votes

An anxious wait begins.

World - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Robert Roberson expected to testify before legislative panel after execution stay

The Texas man will testify before the Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence of the Texas House of Representatives.

French legislators divided over a lawmaker caught buying drugs

French politicians appear deeply divided over the fate of leftist lawmaker Andy Kerbrat, and whether he should resign

World - ABC News - October 23

Have Democrats found a way to win over rural America? Look at what's happening in Wisconsin.

The party’s hot streak in statewide elections faces a crucial test in out-state districts long held by Republicans.

Politics - Politico - October 27

New Mexico Gov says Harris not opposed to ‘bolder and bigger’ immigration legislation

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D) on Sunday defended Vice President Harris’s support for the bipartisan border legislation and pushed back on the suggestion that she was upsetting both ...

Politics - The Hill - October 27

Israel passes laws to restrict the work of a UN agency that is a lifeline for Gaza

Israel’s parliament has passed two laws that severely restrict the U.N. agency responsible for distributing aid in Gaza

World - ABC News - October 29

Mississippi legislative leaders advocate Medicaid expansion, heading to conflict with the governor

Mississippi’s Republican legislative leaders say they plan to push for Medicaid expansion to cover working people who earn to little to afford private insurance

Health - ABC News - October 31

UK will legislate against AI risks in next year, pledges Kyle

Science secretary says voluntary accord with developers of fast-evolving technology is ‘working’

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Graham: Use budget reconciliation to bypass filibuster and pass border security legislation

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), one of President-elect Trump’s strongest allies in the Senate, is calling on Republicans to advance ambitious economic and border security legislation through Congress ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Rep. Zooey Zephyr, trans legislator censured in Montana, wins reelection

Montana state Rep. Zooey Zephyr -- the state's first openly trans lawmaker -- ran for reelection to the state House after she was censured.

WATCH: Special honor for NBA superfans

Jack Nicholson, Spike Lee, Billy Crystal and businessman Alan Horwitz have been inducted as superfans into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts.

The root of the crisis in special needs education

Since legislative changes in 2014, governments have failed to adapt this area of public policy as autism diagnoses increase

World - Financial Times - October 22

Boy restrained unnecessarily at special school, watchdog says

The mother of the boy says she feels vindicated by a watchdog's report into the case.

October's supermoon pairs with a comet for a special nighttime spectacle

October's supermoon is the closest of the year and it's teaming up with a comet for a rare stargazing two-for-one

Tech - ABC News - October 16

Brian Williams to host election night special on Amazon

Brian Williams is making a return to the news business. Amazon announced Thursday that former NBC News anchor and MSNBC host will preside over election night coverage it is planning on its ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

Broncos win in Payton's 'special' return to N.O.

Sean Payton, now in his second season with the Broncos, returned to New Orleans as an opposing head coach for the first time and picked up the win.

Sports - ESPN - October 18

The funding crisis threatening England’s special needs education

Cost of specialist school places is placing huge financial strain on cash-strapped councils

World - Financial Times - October 21

Horrible Histories to receive special Bafta Award

The children’s historical sketch show is rewarded for its "extraordinary cultural and social impact".

Trump pledges to fire special counsel Jack Smith

In an interview Thursday, former President Donald Trump said that if he wins the election, he plans to immediately fire special counsel Jack Smith, the man who is overseeing two key criminal ...

Special Report: Israel launches retaliatory strikes on Iran

Israel is conducting retaliatory attacks in Iran. These retaliatory strikes are in response to previous attacks from Iran, according to the IDF.

Watch: Harris campaigns in Wisconsin with special music guests

Vice President Harris held a campaign rally in the critical swing state of Wisconsin on Wednesday evening, featuring musical guests Mumford & Sons. Artists Gracie Abrams and The National's Matt ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Dragon Age: The Veilguard - Best Warrior Skills And Specialization

When you start Dragon Age: The Veilguard , you have to choose from three distinct classes. One of these happens to be the Warrior, a melee powerhouse that has all the right tools for offense and ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 31

The 'special feeling' created by beating All Blacks

Former England centre Brad Barritt recalls the "special feeling" of beating New Zealand at Twickenham in 2012.

Live Budget special: How will the UK secure growth?

The FT’s top commentators answer your questions about the Budget’s impact

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

William returns to 'special place' Africa for prize awards

The awards event in South Africa will have emotional connections for the Prince of Wales.

'The kid is special!' - Barkley completes incredible reverse hurdle

Watch as Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley reverse hurdles over Jacksonville Jaguars' Jarrian Jones in what head coach Nick Sirianni says was the best play he has ever seen.

Slot lauds 'special' Xabi Alonso ahead of UCL game

Arne Slot has called Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso a "special manager" ahead of Liverpool's Champions League clash against the German champions on Tuesday.

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

Pulisic helps Milan to 'special' win at Real Madrid

Christian Pulisic hailed AC Milan's win at the home of Champions League holders Real Madrid as a "really special night" after the United States star helped set the Italian side on the path to a ...

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Special Edition: What a Trump Victory Means

Plus, what to expect from his foreign policy.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

Qatar's ruler says his nation will vote on abandoning legislative elections after just one poll

Qatar’s ruling emir says his small, energy-rich nation will hold a referendum on ending a short-lived experiment in electing members of the country’s advisory Shura Council

World - ABC News - October 15

Drug companies that violate law would fund medical research under new Democratic legislation

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) have introduced legislation that would require pharmaceutical companies that have entered settlement agreements over violating ...

Politics - The Hill - October 18

Robert Roberson, whose Texas execution was halted, may appear in person at legislative hearing

Robert Roberson, a condemned man whose execution was halted, is expected to appear in person Monday at a legislative hearing in Austin, Texas.

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