Initial Ecstasy Freedom

After the initial ecstasy of freedom, released Israeli hostages face a long road to recovery

Fifteen Israeli hostages were released from more than 15 months of captivity in Gaza over the past two weeks

ABC News - 8h

Activists call for boycott of Target following rollback of DEI initiatives

Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

CBS News - 21h

Trump initial second-term approval rating among lowest in decades

President Trump has the lowest approval rating among all elected presidents since 1953, with 47 percent support, according to a Gallup poll released Thursday.

The Hill - 23h

Trump wiped out dozens of Biden climate initiatives in first-week blitz

President upended US efforts to combat climate change and accelerate clean energy development, according to FT analysis

Financial Times - 1d

Federal Agencies Ordered to End Initiatives That Support ‘Gender Ideology’

The directive was another step in the Trump administration’s campaign to root out “woke” ideology from the federal government.

The New York Times - 1d

Newsom unveils private-sector initiative to help rebuild Los Angeles

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) announced a private sector effort entitled “LA Rises” to rebuild Los Angeles communities on Tuesday after days of devastation caused by wildfires. Newsom selected ...

The Hill - 2d

Acting US Attorney for DC initiates 'review' of office's Jan. 6 investigation

Trump appointee Ed Martin was a promoter of his "Stop the Steal" campaign and was seen on the U.S. Capitol grounds on Jan. 6.

ABC News - 3d

Lebanon ceasefire deal extended as initial deadline passes

Lebanon and the US said the agreement will remain in place until 18 February.

BBC News - 4d

There’s a method to Trump's madness; Democrats must respond with bold initiatives

President Trump's bold actions, including pardons and mass deportations, have sparked controversy and division, while Democrats must stand for comprehensive change in health care and other areas to ...

The Hill - 4d

These Companies are Pulling Back on DEI Initiatives

DEI policies originated as a counterweight to discriminatory corporate practices.

Inc. - 6d

Target rolls back DEI initiatives, the latest big company to retreat

Target joins Walmart, Meta, McDonald's and a wave of other major companies pulling back on DEI programs.

CNBC - 6d

Target rolls back DEI initiatives, the latest big company to retreat

Target on Friday said it’s rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion programs — including some that aim to make its workforce and merchandise better reflect its customers.

NBC News - 6d

Freedom is bittersweet for Palestinians released from Israeli jails

Dozens of Palestinian women and teenagers were released from Israeli prisons this week as part of a deal between Israel and Hamas to pause the war in Gaza

ABC News - Jan. 24

Game Developers Fear AI Threats as Studios Push Initiatives

A new survey reveals how deeply AI technology has penetrated the video game business, and how many workers hate it.

Inc. - Jan. 23

Behind Trump's AI initiative worth billions

President Trump announced a private sector investment to build data centers in the United States that will support artificial intelligence. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.

CBS News - Jan. 22

Trump Announces $100 Billion Stargate A.I. Initiative With OpenAI, Oracle and SoftBank

OpenAI, Oracle and SoftBank formed a new joint venture called Stargate to invest in data centers, building on major U.S. investments in the technology.

The New York Times - Jan. 21

Oracle shares jump 7% on involvement in AI infrastructure initiative that Trump will announce

Oracle will be involved in a joint venture for artificial intelligence infrastructure in the U.S. that President Trump will announce.

CNBC - Jan. 21

Game Developers Are Getting Fed Up With Their Bosses’ AI Initiatives

A survey of video game developers released Tuesday indicates that a growing number of them fear artificial intelligence will have a negative impact on the industry as a whole.

Wired - Jan. 21

Enrique Tarrio, Pardoned by Trump, Helped Initiate Capitol Riot

Until President Trump’s pardon, Enrique Tarrio was serving a 22-year prison term, the longest sentence handed down to any of the nearly 1,600 people charged in connection with Jan. 6.

The New York Times - Jan. 21

Magnitude 6 earthquake shakes Taiwan, with initial reports of minor injuries, damage

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6 struck southern Taiwan

ABC News - Jan. 20

Global trade will survive ‘initial shock’ of Trump’s rule, says Malaysia PM

Anwar Ibrahim argues that the US has lost ground to China in south-east Asia

Financial Times - Jan. 20

Biden awards Pope Francis with Presidential Medal of Freedom

President Biden has awarded Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction. Biden, a lifelong Catholic, was scheduled to travel to the Vatican but canceled due to the California ...

NBC News - Jan. 12

Biden Awards Medal of Freedom to Pope Francis

President Biden, a Catholic, awarded the medal with distinction to the pontiff, to whom he has turned for personal guidance.

The New York Times - Jan. 12

Biden awards Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom

The White House said President Biden bestowed the award to Pope Francis during a phone call in which they also discussed efforts to promote peace and alleviate suffering around the world.

CBS News - Jan. 11

Meta and Amazon axe diversity initiatives joining US corporate rollback

The companies are among the latest major corporations to alter their diversity programmes since Trump's re-election.

BBC News - Jan. 11

Freedom Caucus members to huddle with Trump on strategy

Members of the House Freedom Caucus say they will make the case for their preferred policies and strategy when they meet with President-elect Trump at Mar-a-Lago on Friday to discuss his ambitious ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

5.8-magnitude earthquake shakes El Salvador; no initial reports of damage

A strong earthquake drove frightened residents of El Salvador’s capital into the streets, but there was no immediate report of damage or deaths

ABC News - Jan. 9

Export-Import Bank launches initiative to counter China's mineral dominance

The federal government is launching an initiative to support foreign minerals projects that exclude China as part of an effort to bolster U.S. supply chains. The Export-Import Bank (EXIM), a ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

Democrats are the party of religious freedom, not obligatory faith-talk

Democrats are advised to connect with voters by expressing their faith in an authentic way, but not to impose their religious beliefs on others, and to respect religious freedom and separation of ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

DMC and Niko Moon launch initiative for addiction support at concerts

DMC of Run-DMC and country star Niko Moon join forces with "One Million Strong" to create sober-friendly spaces at concerts, helping fans and artists affected by addiction.

CBS News - Jan. 6

Magic, Messi get Presidential Medal of Freedom

Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Lionel Messi received the Presidential Medal of Freedom during a ceremony Saturday at the White House.

ESPN - Jan. 5

Who Are the Recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom?

The honorees included high-profile figures like Hillary Clinton, the singer Bono and the philanthropist and donor George Soros.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

Biden honours Wintour, Bono and Soros with Medal of Freedom

Campaigners, politicians and athletes are among those receiving the US's highest civilian award.

BBC News - Jan. 4

Hillary Clinton, George Soros and others to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

Among the recipients of the top civilian honor are NBA legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson, fashion icon Anna Wintour, U2 singer Bono and actor Denzel Washington.

NBC News - Jan. 4

Lionel Messi and Magic Johnson Among Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipients

The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the United States’ highest civilian honor.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

White House announces Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients

The White House announced the recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor. The 19 honorees include former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, international ...

NBC News - Jan. 4

Biden awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Hillary Clinton, 18 others

The nation's highest civilian honor will be presented to 19 people at the White House later Saturday.

CBS News - Jan. 4

Biden to award Hillary Clinton, RFK, Denzel Washington and others Medal of Freedom

President Biden on Saturday awarded 19 individuals with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, honoring a slew of prominent figures in politics, fashion, entertainment and activism. Among those being ...

The Hill - Jan. 4

Johnson initially fails to secure speakership on first ballot

Two House Republicans joined Rep. Thomas Massie in opposing Johnson for speaker on the floor.

Politico - Jan. 3

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