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Putin's Ukraine drone barrages are increasingly backfiring on his closest ally

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko thus far appears to have kept his nation out of the worst of the spiraling war engulfing his neighbors to the east and south.

ABC News - Dec. 5

Jags QB Lawrence to IR, likely ending his season

The Jaguars are placing quarterback Trevor Lawrence on injured reserve, likely ending his season.

ESPN - Dec. 4

Biden, in Angola, Can't Escape Questions About His Son's Pardon

The president’s three-day visit was meant to be a capstone on the administration’s efforts to strengthen ties with the oil-rich nation.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4

Bob Dylan trusts Timothée Chalamet will be 'completely believable' as the singer in his biopic

Bob Dylan endorsed Timothée Chalamet's lead casting in the folk singer's biopic 'A Complete Unknown,' calling him a 'brilliant actor.'

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4

Tapped by Trudeau to Steer Foreign Affairs, She’s Now His Possible Successor

Mélanie Joly, Canada’s top diplomat, has already faced off against India and China, with Donald Trump up next. She’s also considered a top contender to replace Justin Trudeau.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Clinton says Hunter Biden pardon is not the same as his half-brother's

Former President Bill Clinton suggested Wednesday that his decision to pardon his half-brother Roger Clinton was not comparable to President Biden's pardon of his son, Hunter Biden. The New York ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

Hegseth meets with Republicans as his candidacy hangs in the balance

President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary has faced sexual assault and workplace misconduct allegations.

NBC News - Dec. 4

What President Biden should have said about the pardon of his son

President Biden has granted a full pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, in order to protect his son from potential prison time for tax evasion and lying on a gun application.

The Hill - Dec. 4

Trump Considers DeSantis for Defense Secretary as His Support for Hegseth Falters

President-elect Donald J. Trump is weighing his options, even as Pete Hegseth meets with senators to muster support. Accusations of past misconduct have threatened his nomination from the start.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

How would Donald Trump carry out his mass deportation scheme?

Trump deported 1.5 million people in his first term; it’s now suggested he’ll remove 1 million a year in his second term. When Donald Trump takes office in January, his administration plans to ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

Randy Newman on why he sold his publishing and what he learned from his biography

The 81-year-old songwriter and composer is the subject of a new biography by former Times pop music critic Robert Hilburn.

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4

Trump's children won't have White House roles in his second term

As President-elect Donald Trump assembles a senior staff and Cabinet for his second administration, there are notable absences: his children.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Flames honor the late Johnny Gaudreau and welcome his family back to Calgary

The Calgary Flames paid tribute to longtime star Johnny Gaudreau before their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, months after the All-Star was killed while biking on a New Jersey road this summer

ABC News - Dec. 4

Tiger Woods has no firm answers on a deal with Saudis or his future as a player

Tiger Woods doesn't have a clear view of the future, whether that's his playing schedule for the PGA Tour's negotiations with the Saudi funders of LIV Golf

ABC News - Dec. 3

Biden not answering questions about pardoning his son Hunter

It's been two days since President Biden announced his decision to pardon his son Hunter, and the elder Biden has still not answered questions about the move. President-elect Donald Trump's ...

CBS News - Dec. 3

Dak Prescott shares his hope for Mike McCarthy’s Cowboys future

"[I’m] almost feeling helpless like I can’t help him in this situation, especially a guy you believe in so much and you believe in being your head coach,” Prescott told Yahoo Sports.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

12:30 Report — Did Biden puncture his legacy?

{beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s Tuesday. The U.S. Capitol Christmas tree will be lit later today! 🎄 I love the holiday festivities. Here’s what else is happening: Trump’s Patel nomination has had a ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Stephen King to Shut Down His 3 Radio Stations in Maine

The author, who owns the small independent stations in Bangor, said that the decision was prompted by a desire to get his business affairs in order.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Lawmakers react to President Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden

Some Democrats are criticizing President Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden, in fears that it could undermine trust in the court system. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest.

CBS News - Dec. 3

Will Elon Musk Ever Collect His Full Tesla Pay Package?

The electric vehicle maker vowed to appeal after a Delaware judge rejected the tech mogul’s massive compensation deal for a second time.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Biden Arrives in Angola on His Only Trip as President to Sub-Saharan Africa

The president arrived in Angola, where he will highlight American commitment to Africa in the economic competition against China.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Elton John says he has lost his eyesight and struggles to see his new stage musical

Elton John says he struggled to watch his new musical because he has “lost his eyesight” after contracting an infection

ABC News - Dec. 2

Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son slammed by senior Democrats

US president accused by members of his own party of undermining the rule of law over Hunter Biden

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Ex-Kansas Police Detective Found Dead on First Day of His Trial

Roger Golubski, who had been accused of raping and terrorizing Black women, was found dead on his back porch on Monday as his federal trial was set to begin.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

How Biden Changed His Mind on Pardoning Hunter: ‘Time to End All of This’

The threat of a retribution-focused Trump administration and his son’s looming sentencings prompted the president to abandon a promise not to get involved in Hunter Biden’s legal problems.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Florida woman who zipped boyfriend into suitcase sentenced to life in his murder

A Florida woman was sentenced Monday to life in prison for zipping her boyfriend into a suitcase and leaving him to die of suffocation amid a history of domestic and alcohol abuse.

NBC News - Dec. 2

Democrats in Congress Criticize Biden’s Pardon of His Son Hunter

Lawmakers in the president’s own party, many of them moderates, said his decision to pardon his son was selfish and would further damage Americans’ waning faith in democracy and the rule of law.

The New York Times - Dec. 2

How Stellantis CEO's Cost-Cutting Mantra Cost Him His Job

Carlos Tavares’s abrupt exit from the Jeep maker came amid concerns over his renewed efficiency drive.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 2

One of the Best N.F.L. Kickers Ever Has Suddenly Lost His Direction

Justin Tucker has now had multiple crucial misses on either field goals or extra point attempts in four of the Ravens’ five losses.

The New York Times - Dec. 2

The AI Version of Panasonic’s Founder Revives His Management Expertise for a New Audience

The chatty digital replica of Kōnosuke Matsushita, who started the electronics giant in 1918, offers an online path to lessons from the man once called the ‘god of management.’

Inc. - Dec. 2

Ben Jennings on Joe Biden’s pardon for his son, Hunter – cartoon

The Guardian - Dec. 2

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why has Joe Biden pardoned his son?

Hunter Biden faced up to 17 years in prison on federal tax charges

BBC News - Dec. 2

Read Biden's pardon of his son Hunter Biden

President Joe Biden announced that he was pardoning his son Hunter Biden, who faced sentencing later this month for two federal cases.

NBC News - Dec. 2

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