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Baseball Hall of Fame: Does death change how voters view candidates? On the perspective of Dick Allen and more

Narratives can change about a player's career after his death, fair or not

CBS Sports - 5d

Is the Urban Shift Toward Trump Really About Democratic Cities in Disarray?

Big cities have faced serious problems lately. But there’s little evidence those problems are what drove voters to the right in November.

The New York Times - 6d

Dismissal of Trump’s criminal cases does not prevent future prosecutions in 2029

Both cases involve dismissals “without prejudice,” an important legal distinction.

The Hill - 6d

Where does the Syrian Civil War go from here?

Even the brightest experts, with the most well-connected contacts, didn’t see such a decisive military maneuver coming nearly 14 years into the Syrian Civil War.

The Hill - 6d

Does Linda McMahon need to be an educator to lead the Department of Education?

President-elect Donald Trump's education secretary nominee, Linda McMahon, is under a microscope for her lack of experience in schools.

ABC News - 6d

The Civil War in Ethiopia That Never Really Ended

A rare look inside a region still reckoning with the toll of war crimes, even as new conflicts roil the nation.

The New York Times - 6d

How does the new Club World Cup work & why is it so controversial?

Everything you need to know about the revamped Club World Cup set to take place in summer 2025.

BBC News - Dec. 5

Republican rep 'really impressed' after meeting with Hegseth

Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) said on Wednesday that he was "really impressed" with Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's nominee to lead the Pentagon, after the former Fox News host met with the ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

MLB free agency: Where does the starting pitching market stand after signings of Blake Snell, Yusei Kikuchi and others?

Six of the top 20 free-agent starting pitchers have already inked new deals. What can we learn from their contracts?

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

Does the UFC even care if Conor McGregor fights again?

Dana White said "late 2025" for Conor McGregor's return before his sexual assault verdict. Has that changed? And really, does it even matter?

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

In defense of criticism: A theater critic asks what good does it do in an upside-down world

A theater critic reflects on his profession at a time when its very survival seems on the line and champions a return of critical thinking.

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4

New PS5 Update Out Now, Here's What It Does

The latest PlayStation 5 firmware update has landed, and while it doesn't have any massive new features or improvements, the update has some notable and useful inclusions.. First off, the update ...

GameSpot - Dec. 4

Will the Athletics really raise payroll? Six trade candidates who could help usher in new Sacramento team

The A's reportedly intend to raise payroll to $100 million for the 2025 season

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

Multivitamins promise glowing skin, better sleep and a longer life. But who do supplements really benefit? | Donna Lu

For healthy people, pills, patches and gummies just create ‘expensive urine’. But for those with nutrient deficiencies, vitamin supplements have clear benefits. Supplements are no cottage industry: ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

What does the EU’s rightward shift mean for green policy?

Plus, carbon removal business Heirloom announces $150mn fundraising in boost to nascent sector

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Does Shohei Ohtani still owe his manager Dave Roberts a new Porsche?

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts joked that Shohei Ohtani may still owe him a new Porsche, which the Japanese superstar seemed to hint at early in 2024 season

ABC News - Dec. 4

Signing with Dodgers was really easy decision for 2-time Cy Young winner Blake Snell

Two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell says it was a really easy decision to sign with the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers

ABC News - Dec. 3

FACT FOCUS: Vermont ruling does not say schools can vaccinate children without parental consent

Social media users are misrepresenting a Vermont Supreme Court ruling, falsely claiming that it gives schools permission to vaccinate children even if their parents do not consent

ABC News - Dec. 3

Biden does complete reversal with pardon for son

President Biden’s decision to give his son a full and unconditional pardon represented a stunning reversal for the outgoing commander in chief, who previously had insisted he would do no such thing ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Is Enron really back in business? Here's what to know.

A new Enron website appeared on Monday to proclaim its relaunch. It's been 23 years since the energy company went up in smoke.

CBS News - Dec. 3

What are the BRICS countries — and are they really trying to leave the dollar like Trump says?

In his latest trade-related tirade, President-elect Donald Trump has set his sights on a group of emerging-market countries collectively known as the “BRICS.”

MarketWatch - Dec. 3

What does it actually mean when we talk about the American ‘working class’? | Rebecca Solnit

Everyone I asked gave a different definition – and when a concept is so nebulous, it becomes a political cudgel. In the aftermath of the election, the working class was constantly invoked and ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

What does the recent surge in Jewish-themed films mean for awards season?

Films such as 'Schindler's List' and 'Gentleman's Agreement' have won top Oscar gold. But how will the range of Jewish-centric films fare this awards season?

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 3

Starmer: UK does not need to choose between US and EU

It's "plain wrong" to suggest Donald Trump's return to the White House means the UK needs to pick a side, the PM says.

BBC News - Dec. 3

Is Hamilton's form a concern for Ferrari? And does Russell deserve more credit?

BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your questions before the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.