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Nebraska judge's ruling moves the state closer to legalizing medical marijuana

Nebraska has moved closer to allowing medical marijuana

Health - ABC News - 7 hours ago

The unravelling of the international legal order

An arrest warrant for Israel’s prime minister has exposed divisions among western leaders

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Republicans retake control of US Senate

Republicans gain three seats, guaranteeing them at least 52 out of 100 in the new upper chamber.

Adopted children to have closer contact with birth families

"Letterbox" contact is outdated, a report says, and face-to-face contact should be encouraged, if safe.

Indonesia’s president seeks closer ties to Xi and China

First foreign trip in office signals Beijing’s importance for investment but will be followed by US visit

World - Financial Times - November 8

GOP inches closer to retaining House majority

Control of the House has yet to be determined, as a number of critical races remain too close to call, leaving lawmakers — and voters — waiting to see which party will hold the majority next year. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 9

Israel and Hezbollah move closer to a cease-fire

A cease-fire deal to end the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah was close but not complete Monday, three senior Biden administration officials told NBC News.

Israel and Hezbollah Edge Closer to Cease-Fire

Israel’s security cabinet will consider a deal that could end fighting and push back Hezbollah.

World - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday

Israel, Hezbollah moving closer to ceasefire agreement

There's new hope for a ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. White House officials say talks are moving in a positive direction. But as CBS News foreign ...

10,000 North Korean troops in Russia, inching closer to fight in Ukraine: Pentagon

North Korea has sent about 10,000 troops to train in Russia with the expectation they’ll be sent to fight in Ukraine within “the next several weeks,” the Pentagon said Monday. “We believe that the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Warriors inch closer to NBA history with 3-point barrage vs. Pelicans

The Golden State Warriors' 3-point barrage against the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday inched them closer to NBA history.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 30

Hoping for a weight-loss pill? It could get closer to reality next week.

Viking Therapeutics Inc.’s stock rose 2% Friday as excitement continued to build about data on its oral weight-loss drug the company will present at the upcoming Obesity Week event.

Business - MarketWatch - November 2

Closer look at 2024 battleground state results as vote counting continues

CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett takes a deep dive into the results of the remaining 2024 battleground states. Here's where things stand as of 4 a.m. ET on Wednesday, Nov. 6.

Bitcoin hits record high as Republicans edge closer to full control of Congress

Cryptocurrency surges past $80,000 for first time after Donald Trump’s decisive win

Business - Financial Times - November 11

GOP Rep. Valadao holds Central Valley, California, swing seat

The seat was a top target for Democrats, who were hoping to finally clinch the district.

Politics - Politico - November 12

Republicans inch closer to formally locking up House majority

Politics - Politico - November 11

Proposed port in Nigeria’s southeast is not closer to the Atlantic than Lagos docks

World - Yahoo News - November 18

Cease-Fire Between Israel and Hezbollah Edges Closer, U.S. Envoy Says

Amos Hochstein, the lead U.S. negotiator, said he had made progress on a trip to Beirut and would travel to Israel to try to secure a cease-fire agreement that has so far proven elusive.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago

Shannon Rowbury moves closer to possible 2012 Olympic 1500m medal

Shannon Rowbury was upgraded to third place in the 2012 Olympic women's 1500m, but the bronze medal has not been reallocated yet.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 19

How much closer is Postecoglou to ending Tottenham's wait for a trophy?

With the Spurs as unpredictable as ever, is the trophy drought really going to end soon?

Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago

Menendez Brothers to appear in court in hearing that could bring them closer to release

Erik and Lyle Menendez, who are serving life sentences for the 1989 murder of their parents, will appear virtually in court Monday for a hearing addressing the brothers' habeas corpus petition that ...

Israel launches new airstrikes on Lebanon as leaders draw closer to a ceasefire with Hezbollah

Israeli airstrikes are hitting Lebanon with airstrikes as negotiations progress toward a ceasefire between the country and Lebanon-based Hezbollah militants

World - ABC News - Yesterday

Cease-Fire in Lebanon Takes Effect

The truce is intended to stop more than a year of fighting between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah.

World - The New York Times - 1 hour ago

What will happen to Trump's legal issues after the election?

Donald Trump has more than just the presidency on the line Nov. 5 — the outcome of his various legal troubles hinges on the election, as well.

Politics - NBC News - October 30

Jaywalking Is a New York Tradition. Now It’s Legal, Too.

New Yorkers can cross the street wherever they please without fear of a summons. Some fear the new law could lead to more pedestrian deaths.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Are Ballot Selfies Legal? That Depends on Where You Live.

New York is among the states where ballot selfies are banned, according to a recent report. Californians can snap away.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 31

Florida ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana fails

A ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana in the state of Florida is projected to fall short, according to Decision Desk HQ, although medicinal use is still legal in the Sunshine State. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Florida amendment to legalize recreational marijuana falls short

Amendment 3, which would have legalized the recreational use and manufacturing of marijuana in the state, failed to get the 60% voter support.

What happens to the president-elect's legal cases now?

Donald Trump is facing three criminal cases and a sentencing over a felony conviction.

Legal challenge to Rosebank oil field begins

Campaigners want to stop the Rosebank oil and Jackdaw gas fields, but oil companies say they are vital.

Elon Musk Ramps Up Legal Fight With OpenAI, Microsoft

The billionaire accused the ChatGPT maker of anticompetitive behavior in new court filings.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - November 15

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