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Mega-Farms Are Driving the Threat of Bird Flu
In the West, where herds of thousands of cattle are common, researchers are seeing cases rise at poultry and dairy operations. More than 50 workers have contracted the virus.Wired - 2d -
AI admin tools pose a threat to national security
Even seemingly innocuous tasks designed to enhance efficiency in the military could compromise our safetyFinancial Times - 20h -
EU presses for new powers to combat threat of Chinese import surge
Brussels increasingly concerned it would struggle to fight back in a global trade warFinancial Times - 1d -
No Evidence Drones in Northeast Are a Threat, Officials Say
Numerous sightings of flying objects in recent weeks have raised alarm, but federal law enforcement officials say that at least some were manned aircraft, such as airplanes or helicopters.The New York Times - 2d -
Florida woman arrested for copycat insurance company threat
A Florida woman is being accused of threatening an insurance company, an apparent copycat attempt replicating points of the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports.CBS News - 3d -
Would Pete Hegseth ban women from serving in combat units?
Many veterans are concerned that Pete Hegseth would bar women from serving in ground-based combat units. CBS News' James LaPorta breaks down the concerns.CBS News - 3d -
Women in the military worry about Hegseth's views on women in combat
Women have served in combat roles for the U.S. for more than 30 years, and some veterans and enlisted women worry Pete Hegseth might change that if he's confirmed as defense secretary.CBS News - 3d -
Trump mass deportation threats infuriate immigrant advocates
President-elect Trump’s pledge to enact mass deportations and end birthright citizenship, potentially affecting millions of U.S. citizens, is raising alarm bells among immigrant communities who ...The Hill - 4d -
Progress in Southern California wildfire battle, but threat continues
High winds posed a continuing threat to parts of Southern California hit by explosive wildfires. More than a dozen homes were destroyed or damaged, and thousands remained under evacuation orders or ...NBC News - 5d -
Lawmakers face deepfake threats
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Lawmakers targeted by sexually explicit deepfakes More than two dozen lawmakers have been the victims of ...The Hill - 5d -
For Trudeau, Trump’s tariff threat is a test
President-elect Donald Trump’s recent post announcing his plan to enact a 25 percent tariff on all goods coming into the United States has shaken the Canadian political establishment.The Hill - 5d -
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Hegseth shifts stance on women in combat while working to win over senators
Some of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks returned to Capitol Hill on Tuesday to continue their quest for Senate support ahead of confirmation hearings, including secretary of defense ...CBS News - 6d -
Ernst, Hegseth sidestep question of women in combat after meeting
Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Pete Hegseth are sidestepping questions as to whether President-elect Trump’s pick to lead the Pentagon still thinks women should be allowed in combat roles, following ...The Hill - 6d -
Trump jabs at Canada, Trudeau as tariffs threats continue
President-elect Donald Trump says he looks forward to talking about tariffs with Canada's Justin Trudeau as fears about rising costs in the U.S. grow. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady ...CBS News - 6d -
Is Trump a threat to the US economy? With Larry Summers
Martin Wolf in conversation with the former US Treasury SecretaryFinancial Times - 6d -
Greene says she is safe after bomb threat
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) confirmed she is safe after reports swirled of an email sent to law enforcement containing a bomb threat targeting the lawmaker. "The Rome Police Department's ...The Hill - 6d -
Cyprus and the US double down on a joint effort to combat financial crimes with more training
Cyprus and the U.S. say they’re doubling down on a joint effort to crack down on illicit finance with additional training of Cypriot law enforcement authorities to identify, investigate and ...ABC News - Dec. 9 -
Cheney responds to Trump jail threat: ‘Here’s the truth’
Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) responded to President-elect Trump’s threat that he would throw members who sat on the House committee that investigated rioting at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, ...The Hill - Dec. 9 -
Embrace the fog, savour the dawn, light up your home: readers’ top 10 tips for combating winter gloom
Guardian readers share their tried and tested ways to brighten up the darkest, dampest days. It can be hard to retain a sunny disposition when it’s grey and dismal outside. But even when the ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
Massachusetts Democrat says she was targeted by bomb threat
Rep. Lori Tahan (D-Mass.) shared that she and her family were the target of a bomb threat on Saturday. “This morning, I was made aware of a bomb threat targeting my family and me,” she wrote in the ...The Hill - Dec. 7 -
California Capitol in Sacramento evacuated over threat
The California Capitol was evacuated Friday morning after an email threat, according to local law enforcement. “On December 6, 2024, an email threat was received at the State Capitol,” California ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Canada boosting Arctic presence in face of Russian threats
New plans include more aircraft and drones to grow foothold as other powerful countries seek base in far north. Canada will boost its military and diplomatic presence in the Arctic to counter ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Architects design community solutions for combatting climate disaster
Better social infrastructure can foster resilience in densely-populated urban environmentsFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Russell says Verstappen issued threat in Qatar
George Russell has escalated his war of words with Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen, claiming the Dutchman threatened to "put me on my f--ing head in the wall" during the Qatar Grand Prix.ESPN - Dec. 5 -
Democrats must combat Trump's culture wars, new progressive chair says
The Democratic Party messed up in the 2024 election against Donald Trump and needs a dramatic shift, new Progressive Caucus Chair Greg Casar said.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Trump’s tariff threats could open the door to China
The elephant in the room is China, the other nation Trump has vowed to hit with tariffs.The Hill - Dec. 5 -
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 -
Mexico makes largest fentanyl bust as Trump’s tariff threat looms
Drugs seizure comes after US president-elect says he will impose levies if flow of narcotics is not haltedFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Donald Trump, Elon Musk and the threat to press freedom
A second term for Trump has chilling implications for critical independent journalism and the media the industry . Donald Trump’s second term promises to deliver historic threats to US press ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Why Trump’s tariff threats will hit stocks sooner than you think
Trump’s trade team could be even more hawkish this time around.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
With Threats to Encryption Looming, Signal’s Meredith Whittaker Says ‘We’re Not Changing’
At WIRED’s The Big Interview event, the president of the Signal Foundation talked about secure communications as critical infrastructure and the need for a new funding paradigm for tech.Wired - Dec. 3 -
Trump's Threat Over an Imaginary Currency Risks Backfiring on the U.S. Dollar
After his 100% tariffs warning to Brics nations, some economists say the president-elect risks accelerating the pursuit of alternatives to the greenback.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3 -
Trump threat and mounting dangers in Mexico drive migrant rush towards US
People waiting in Tapachula by Guatemala border fear Trump’s election could worsen crisis and spur northward flight. Outside the migration office, Tito subtly pointed out the watchful human ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Gazans displaced by war now face threat of winter
Palestinians displaced by the war are living on Gaza's coast, exposing them to harsh winter storms.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Dollar climbs after Trump’s Brics tariff threat and French political woes
Currency on course for biggest daily rise since November 5 US presidential electionFinancial Times - Dec. 2 -
Ontario’s ad campaign seeks to counter Trump tariffs threat
Canadian province is US’s third-biggest trade partner and its automotive industry is intertwined with that of its southern neighbourFinancial Times - Dec. 2 -
Trump Tariff Threat Spurs Malaysian Warning to China Not to ‘Rebadge’ Products There
A senior trade official cautions Chinese companies to not invest there if they only want to mask their merchandise’s country of origin.Inc. - Dec. 2 -
How the EU should deal with Trump’s tariff threat
Brussels must try to ensure its response to the US does not trample on trade rulesFinancial Times - Dec. 2
