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Google to change map names for Gulf of Mexico and Denali when US updates them based on Trump order
Google says it will take its cue from the U.S. government if it has to change the names of the Gulf of Mexico and Denali on its Maps serviceABC News - 2d -
King involved in name change of Agincourt submarine that sparked 'woke' row
The name was changed to HMS Achilles reportedly over concerns that the original may have offended the French.BBC News - 1d -
Mexico to question Google over Gulf name change after Trump order
Claudia Sheinbaum says US government does not have right to change name of Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America. Mexico will send a letter to Google to question its decision to change the name of the ...The Guardian - 1d -
Google Maps to make Trump geographic name changes
Google says it will update the names of Denali and the Gulf of Mexico in Google Maps to reflect the executive order by President Donald Trump on inauguration day to change them to Mount McKinley ...NBC News - 2d -
Navy submarine name change is woke nonsense, says Shapps
HMS Agincourt has been renamed Achilles amid reports the defence ministry did not want to offend France.BBC News - 3d -
Changing Tunes
The artists we love are always changing. But there’s part of all of us that’s impervious to external forces.The New York Times - 5d -
Feds implement ‘Gulf of America,’ ‘Mount McKinley’ name changes
The federal government is formally implementing President Trump’s directive to rename the Gulf of Mexico and Denali. The Interior Department issued a press release saying that the “the Gulf of ...The Hill - 6d -
Hamas names next Israeli hostages set to be released
Four are due to be freed in a second exchange of hostages for Palestinian prisoners held in Israel.BBC News - 6d -
Trademark office rejects 'Utah Yetis' team name
Utah Hockey Club said it still expects to announce a permanent name and identity before the 2025-26 NHL season despite having "Utah Yetis" refused by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.ESPN - 6d -
Hamas names 4 Israeli hostages they plan to release
Hamas has handed over the names of the four Israeli hostages set to be released Saturday. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more.CBS News - 6d -
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AP says it will use Trump’s name change for Denali but not Gulf of Mexico
The Associated Press said in updated guidance that it will use President Trump’s name change for Denali but not the Gulf of Mexico. In an announcement Thursday, Amanda Barrett, the AP’s vice ...The Hill - 6d -
Democrats name their DOGE Subcommittee members
House Democrats have named their members to sit on the governmental efficiency and waste subcommittee aligned with the "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE), a sign that they’re willing to ...The Hill - Jan. 22 -
Watch Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton react to Trump announcing Gulf of Mexico name change
During his inaugural address, Donald Trump said he would sign an executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America." Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton could be seen visibly reacting ...NBC News - Jan. 20 -
Trump’s inaugural regime change
Vibes speak volumes as new president lays out a radical agendaFinancial Times - Jan. 20 -
Naeher named U.S. Soccer Female Player of Year
Chicago Red Stars goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher was voted the 2024 U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year, edging out Naomi Girma with 40.8% of the vote.ESPN - Jan. 19 -
A Major Change in College Football
General managers — once purely the domain of professional sports — are taking over.The New York Times - Jan. 19 -
How Vuori Became One of the Hottest Names in Fashion
The 10-year-old company has ridden the popularity of its tech pants to the top rungs of the athleisure market. But “it’s still early days,” Vuori’s founder says.The New York Times - Jan. 18 -
Trump's inauguration will feature some of the biggest names in tech
Some of the nation's most prominent technology industry CEOs are planning to attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
NHL Nugget: How The NHL's Flames Got Their Name
Calgary's NHL team kept the Flames nickname after relocating from Atlanta, but how did the name come to be?Yahoo Sports - Jan. 17 -
Trump names pick for Air Force secretary
President-elect Trump on Thursday named Troy Meink, a top spy chief who has previously served as a missile engineer, as his pick for secretary of the Air Force. Trump said in a statement on Truth ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
Alexandra Turvey named 2024 NCAA Woman of the Year
Alexandra Turvey, a 21-time All-American swimmer from Pomona College, is honored with the 2024 NCAA Woman of the Year Award. Turvey joins "CBS Mornings Plus" for her first interview since receiving ...CBS News - Jan. 16 -
Biden announces aircraft carriers will be named for Bush, Clinton
The latest line of U.S. carriers is named for Gerald R. Ford, and another of the multi-billion-dollar ships bears John F. Kennedy's name.CBS News - Jan. 14 -
Which recent films failed at the name game?
Here's a rundown of some of this season's more well-wrought movie titles — along with a few missed opportunities.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 13 -
They say a name like mine can hold you back in life, but I will never change it | Xaymaca Awoyungbo
An unusual name can have a detrimental impact on your life and finances – but in my experience, it also has advantages. Growing up, there was a wearying and familiar pattern for me on the first day ...The Guardian - Jan. 13 -
Experts Name ‘Worst in Show’ Products at CES 2025
Some gadgets debuting at the giant trade show put your data at risk and cause waste, privacy advocates say.Inc. - Jan. 9 -
Can Trump Change the Name of the Gulf of Mexico?
Presidential naming powers usually stop at the water’s edge.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
USMNT great Agoos named Portland Thorns GM
Former U.S. team defender and Hall of Famer Jeff Agoos was named the new president of soccer operations and general manager for the Portland Thorns on Tuesday.ESPN - Jan. 8 -
3 Big Sabres Named Top Trade Candidates
These three Sabres have been named among the NHL's top trade candidates.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7 -
Trump wants to change Gulf of Mexico's name to "Gulf of America"
President-elect Donald Trump said renaming the gulf is "appropriate," blasting Mexico for the migrants crossing the southern border.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Here's what Trump said on Jan. 6 pardons, Gulf of Mexico name change and Israeli hostages in Gaza
President-elect Donald Trump held a press conference a day after the 2024 election results were certified by Congress. Trump announced a deal with Dubai developer DAMAC Properties to build data ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Trump says he plans to change Gulf of Mexico's name to "Gulf of America"
President-elect Donald Trump said Tuesday that he is planning on changing the Gulf of Mexico's name to the "Gulf of America."CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Ulta Names Steelman CEO, Kimbell to Retire
Ulta Beauty has named Kecia Steelman as its chief executive, succeeding David Kimbell, as the company aims to reaccelerate its growth amid a global slowdown in the beauty market.The Wall Street Journal - 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 -
Robinson named U.S. men's player of the year
United States men's national team and Fulham defender Antonee Robinson has been voted the 2024 U.S. Soccer Male Player of the Year.ESPN - 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 -
Dash names new coach Gautrat in rebuild attempt
The Houston Dash named Fabrice Gautrat as their new head coach on Friday.ESPN - Jan. 3 -
Indian village that changed its name to honor Jimmy Carter pays tribute
A village in India named after the late former President Jimmy Carter fondly remembers his visit almost 50 years ago.NBC News - Jan. 3 -
Names of 425,000 suspected Nazi collaborators published
The names of Dutch people investigated for working with the Nazis during World War 2 are available online for the first time.BBC News - Jan. 2 -
Elon Musk changes his name to Kekius Maximus on X
The world's richest man sparks speculation after changing his name and using a picture of Pepe the Frog.BBC News - Jan. 1
