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Solar industry using sheep to keep vegetation in check
The solar industry has exploded over the past decade, and that includes putting panels on farmland to capture electricity. Maintaining the land underneath those panels can be a pricey proposition, ...CBS News - 1d -
Canucks hold Ovechkin in check, beat Washington 2-1 to end Capitals' winning streak at 6
Quinn Hughes scored twice and the Vancouver Canucks beat NHL-leading Washington 2-1 on Saturday night, keeping Capitals star Alex Ovechkin 20 goals shy of breaking Wayne Gretzky’s league recordABC News - 2d -
Analyzing Gov. Newsom's fact-checking efforts on wildfires
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is taking to the internet to fight wildfire misinformation. CBS News Sacramento investigative reporter Julie Watts and the CBS News Confirmed team have partnered up to ...CBS News - 4d -
These hedge-fund legends beat their peers. But a simple model beat them.
The top 20 hedge funds of all time outperformed their rivals last year. But they still trailed a simple 60/40 model that is far less expensive.MarketWatch - Jan. 21 -
McDavid, Myers banned 3 games for cross-checks
Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid and Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers have both been suspended three games for illegal cross-checks.ESPN - Jan. 21 -
A Day of Triumph, Jubilation and Gloating in Washington
There were Proud Boys, billionaires, stiletto heels, cowboy hats, Village People, icy cold and happy Canadians at President Trump’s inaugural.The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
Fact-Checking Trump’s 2025 Inaugural Address
In his Inaugural Address, President Trump delivered a more tempered version of election talking points. But in remarks afterward, he reprised his grievances about the 2020 election.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
Trump supporters gather in Washington for inauguration
CBS News' Maurice DuBois speaks with supporters of President-elect Donald Trump who have traveled from Indiana to be in Washington for Inauguration Day. They said, that as he prepares to take ...CBS News - Jan. 20 -
Trump rallied in Washington on eve of inauguration
The president-elect kicked off pre-inauguration festivities Saturday with a series of inaugural balls and a fireworks display.NBC News - Jan. 19 -
Trump arrives in Washington for inauguration
President-elect Trump landed in Washington, D.C., on Saturday evening for his inauguration. He landed at Dulles International Airport in Virginia just after 7 p.m. Trump, incoming first lady ...The Hill - Jan. 19 -
Trump departs for Washington ahead of inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump departed for Washington D.C., alongside his wife and former first lady Melania, ahead of his inauguration.NBC News - Jan. 18 -
It’s almost Inauguration Day. Will there be any checks on Trump’s power?
The U.S. government's system of checks and balances can withstand attempts at presidential overreach, and the Senate, courts, and civil society must do their part to ensure that the Constitution is ...The Hill - Jan. 18 -
Trump Brings a Chill to Washington
A more seasoned Trump prepares to work his will in a more biddable D.C.The New York Times - Jan. 18 -
Flyers Forward Fined For Cross-Checking
This Flyers forward was given a fine for cross-checking.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 17 -
Check Out These Extraordinary New Images of Mercury
New photos of Mercury taken during the joint European and Japanese BepiColombo mission reveal fascinating details of the small rocky planet.Wired - Jan. 16 -
Devils Defender Fined For Cross-Checking Matthew Tkachuk
This Devils defenseman has been fined for cross-checking.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15 -
Fact-checking criticism of California Democrats over fires
The US president-elect has criticised a top California Democrat for challenges fighting the blazes in Los Angeles.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
Fact checking Trump's claims about the California wildfires
President-elect Donald Trump has accused California Gov. Gavin Newsom of prioritizing environmental policies over public safety, and claimed that FEMA lacked the funds to respond to the crisis.CBS News - Jan. 11 -
Midseason check-in: Which picks are we standing by -- or redoing?
South Carolina still the favorite for the title? These are the picks we're standing by -- or picking again.ESPN - Jan. 10 -
MPs urge checks as Shein refuses to answer questions
The chair of a committee of MPs has written to the London Stock Exchange with concerns over the fashion retailer.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Will Meta’s Plan to End Fact Checking Work Politically?
Meta’s plan to end its fact-checking program shows how business leaders are shifting their priorities to adapt to another Trump administration.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Labour’s economic reality check approaches
Rising cost of borrowing piles pressure on UK fiscal rules and government’s promises, but politics make cuts complicatedFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
Meta to end fact-checking on its platforms
Mark Zuckerberg announced Tuesday that Meta is ending its fact-checking program for its platforms, which include Instagram and Facebook. President-elect Donald Trump said Tuesday he believed the ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Midseason check-in: What picks are we standing by -- or redoing?
Kansas to win it all? Florida to bow out early? Here are picks we're standing by .. and those we're making again.ESPN - Jan. 7 -
Meta's fact-checking flip
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Why Meta ditching fact-checking is so significant Meta is rolling out a series of changes to its content ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Fact-Checking Trump’s Press Conference at Mar-a-Lago
The president-elect made inaccurate claims about his predecessor’s energy policies and repeated familiar falsehoods on a number of topics.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
Wednesday Briefing: Meta Set to End Fact-Checking
Plus, 52 places to go this yearThe New York Times - Jan. 7 -
How Jimmy Carter Became a Proud Outsider in Washington
Jimmy Carter was a genuine Washington outsider when he won the White House in 1976. And he remained proudly so, for better or worse.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
Washington Post cutting 4 percent of workforce
The Washington Post plans to cut nearly 4 percent of its total workforce in the coming days, the company said Tuesday. A Post spokesperson said the cuts are part of plans to make larger changes ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Meta to end fact-checking and move to community monitoring
Meta is overhauling its fact-checking programs, ending the current system and adopting a "community notes" style of content moderation, similar to what is used on X. This will apply to posts on ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Jimmy Carter begins final journey to Washington, D.C.
Former President Jimmy Carter's final journey to Washington, D.C., has begun after the lying in repose at the Carter Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Carter will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol until ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Meta ending fact-checking program: Zuckerberg
Social media giant Meta announced a series of changes to its content moderation policies Tuesday, including the elimination of its fact-checking program, in what CEO Mark Zuckerberg said was an ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Meta Reveals Plan to Alter Fact-Checking Program
The move will end a third-party fact-checking system and rely on users to add notes or corrections to posts. It is likely to please the incoming Trump administration and its conservative allies.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
'Beat Liverpool and Forest are in the title race'
When Nottingham Forest face Liverpool at the City Ground next week it will be a top-of-the-table match that barely anyone could have predicted back in August.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
See photos of snow in Washington, D.C.
Multiple inches of snow were recorded in Washington, D.C., and the surrounding area on Monday.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Trump: Washington Post report on tariff policy 'wrong'
President-elect Trump is denying a report in The Washington Post that outlines how his top aides are exploring a tariff plan that would only cover critical imports. The Post report cites three ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Trump critic named new Washington archbishop
Cardinal Robert W. McElroy, a critic of President-elect Trump, was named the new archbishop of Washington on Monday. Pope Francis named McElroy, who is the bishop of San Diego, to replace Cardinal ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Pope names Cardinal McElroy, a progressive, as archbishop of Washington
Pope names Cardinal McElroy, an ideological progressive, as archbishop of Washington at start of Trump administrationABC News - Jan. 6 -
Tragedies highlight need for mental health checks for vets
Two military service members, Shamsud-Din Jabbar and Matthew Livelsberger, have been named as suspects in recent horrific acts, highlighting the need for mental health checks for veterans and ...The Hill - Jan. 4 -
Online traders warned to check tax return status
Deadline looms as Airbnb, eBay and other platforms report individuals’ incomeFinancial Times - Jan. 3
