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Trump and Republicans in Congress eye an ambitious 100-day agenda
Republicans swept to power on Election Day and now control the House, the Senate and the White House, with plans for an ambitious 100-day agenda come JanuaryTop stories - ABC News - 9 hours ago -
Trump eyes bypassing Congress if Republicans don’t sign off on his Cabinet picks
How far can Donald Trump go to push through some of his controversial Cabinet picks, like former Rep. Matt Gaetz?Top stories - ABC News - November 19 -
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At COP29, Keir Starmer Announces the UK’s Ambitious Climate Targets
The prime minister announced more ambitious climate targets, charting a very different course from the United States, which is expected to roll back its energy transition plans.World - The New York Times - November 12 -
Keir Starmer to unveil ambitious new UK climate goal at Cop29
Exclusive: Target is 81% emissions cut compared with 1990, but activists say it must be backed by plan of action. Keir Starmer will announce a stringent new climate goal for the UK on Tuesday, the ...World - The Guardian - November 11 -
Samantha Harvey’s ‘beautiful and ambitious’ Orbital wins Booker prize 2024
The British author’s novel about astronauts on the International Space Station was chosen unanimously as the winner, says judging chair Edmund de Waal. • ‘This is a book we need now’: Sara Collins ...World - The Guardian - November 12 -
Interior Chinatown review – ambitious, yet tiring, adaptation of Charles Yu’s novel
There's a lot going in this entertaining, yet overstuffed, new series based on the award-winning meta mystery book. Though written in the form of a teleplay, Interior Chinatown, the 2020 National ...World - The Guardian - November 19 -
Senegal's ruling party secures majority in parliament, paving the way for ambitious reforms
Senegal’s ruling party has secured a resounding victory in the country’s legislative elections, winning 130 of 165 seats, according to provisional results announced Thursday by the national vote ...World - ABC News - November 21 -
The Races for Congress
We preview next week’s elections and what a divided or united government might mean for each party.Top stories - The New York Times - November 1 -
Sanders eyes entitlement fights
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Sanders gears up for heath fights in new year Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) said he'll join the Senate Finance ...Politics - The Hill - November 22 -
Doubts mount over Britain’s ambitious growth plans — with warnings of further tax rises possible
Doubts are mounting over the Labour government's flagship growth and investment agenda, with one analyst warning further tax rises could be on the horizon.Business - CNBC - November 19 -
GOP senators brush off concerns about Thune’s relationship with Trump
The new Senate majority leader has been critical of the president-elect, but even conservative senators expressed confidence that he would work well with Trump.Politics - Politico - November 13 -
The races that could decide control of Congress
The margins in the House and the Senate between Republicans and Democrats are razor-thin with a few key races likely to decide the balance of power for Congress. CBS News correspondent Jarred Hill ...Top stories - CBS News - November 4 -
Congress returns after election break
Lawmakers returned to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday following a six-week election break. Republicans are preparing to govern with majorities in both chambers while Democrats look to regroup. Scott ...Top stories - CBS News - November 12 -
FirstFT: Republicans complete Congress sweep
Also in today’s newsletter, France boycotts COP29 and renowned conservative lawyer diesWorld - Financial Times - November 14 -
How new members are shaping Congress
With orientation underway, Scott MacFarlane breaks down how the newest members of Congress are preparing to make an impact.Top stories - CBS News - November 15 -
Can Matt Gaetz return to Congress?
Now that former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) has withdrawn from consideration to be President-elect Trump’s attorney general, questions are swirling about whether he will return to the House — or if he ...Politics - The Hill - November 22 -
Gaetz says he will not return to Congress
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) said Friday he will not return to Congress after resigning his House seat last week, despite having withdrawn from consideration to be President-elect Trump’s ...Politics - The Hill - November 22 -
Congress pushing for disaster aid deal
Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Congress pushing for disaster aid deal Lawmakers are navigating partisan divides as they seek ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
Sources: Steelers eye WRs as deadline nears
The Steelers were trying to acquire Christian Kirk and remain in the mix to trade for a wide receiver as Tuesday's deadline approaches, according to sources.Sports - ESPN - November 3 -
CMC back at practice as Niners eye RB's return
In what is the most significant step he's taken in his recovery from Achilles tendinitis, San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey returned to practice Monday.Sports - ESPN - November 4 -
Sources: Madrid eye Jan. deals, keen on TAA
Real Madrid are considering making signings in the winter transfer window with Trent Alexander-Arnold their preferred option to address their defensive issues, sources told ESPN.Sports - ESPN - November 8 -
Santos eye Neymar return after earning promotion
Santos secured its return to the top tier of Brazilian soccer next year when it hopes that star striker Neymar will be back at the club which achieved a global following with Pelé.Sports - ESPN - November 13 -
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Real Sociedad's Zubimendi
Arsenal will be looking to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.Sports - ESPN - November 14 -
Eye Opener: Dangerous smog chokes India, Pakistan
Record-breaking levels of smog in India and Pakistan are visible from space and posing a health risk to millions. Meanwhile, in Australia, an emperor penguin found on a tourist beach miles from ...Top stories - CBS News - November 16 -
Ranking 134 College Football Teams With an Eye on the Future
A pivotal showdown on Saturday could lead to a new No. 1 team.Sports - The New York Times - November 18 -
Eye Opener: Bomb cyclone slams Northwest
A powerful bomb cyclone slams the Northwest with heavy snow and hurricane force winds. Also, new details about sexual misconduct allegations against two of President-elect Trump's Cabinet picks. ...Top stories - CBS News - November 21 -
Novartis Lifts Sales Outlook as it Eyes U.S. Expansion
The pharma company raised its guidance on higher revenue expectations for key treatments and product launches, and is looking at potential mergers and acquisitions for U.S. growth.Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 21 -
Eye Opener: Storms batter both U.S. coasts
As the Northeast is hit with a major winter blast, the Pacific Northwest braces for another powerful storm. Meanwhile, Trump announces a new pick for attorney general. All that and all that matters ...Top stories - CBS News - November 22 -
Sources: Ex-Giant Jones to eye playoff contender
Former Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is expected to clear waivers Monday and have a new home on a one-year deal soon, sources told ESPN.Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago -
Lawrence eyes return, but not ruling out surgery
Trevor Lawrence isn't ruling out having surgery on his sprained left shoulder before the season ends, but the Jaguars QB also is adamant that he wants to get back on the field as soon as possible.Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago -
Eye Opener: Record number of Thanksgiving travelers
A record-breaking number of travelers face bad weather and traffic as they make their final push to the Thanksgiving dinner table. Also, the FBI investigates threats against members of the incoming ...Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
Eye Opener: Northeast braces for another winter storm
The Northeast is bracing for snow as another storm is affecting travel across the U.S. Also, a woman stowed away on a flight to Paris. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
Factors that could affect the balance of power in Congress
Republicans hold a slim majority in the House, while the Democrats' margin in the Senate is slimmer. Seats are being vacated, districts redrawn, and the pull of presidential candidates are all ...Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
Control of Congress up for grabs on Election Day
In addition to electing a new president, control of Congress will also be determined on Election Day. Democrats hold a narrow majority in the Senate while Republicans have a slim advantage in the ...Top stories - CBS News - November 3 -
José Andrés threatens to challenge Maryland Republican in Congress
Celebrity chef José Andrés could trade the kitchen for Congress if he follows through on a threat to challenge a Maryland Republican, saying the state "deserves better." "I will retire and run for ...Politics - The Hill - November 5 -
How Congress will look after Election Day
CBS News projects that Republicans have flipped the Senate and could take control of the House. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has a look at what the makeup of Congress will ...Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
Where the fight for control of Congress currently stands
With Republicans in control of the Senate, CBS News rates control of the House as lean Republican as of Thursday evening. Controlling the lower chamber would give President-elect Trump a unified ...Top stories - CBS News - November 7
