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Hoda Kotb Departs NBC’s ‘Today’ Amid Lots of Praise and Tears
Special guests, including Simone Biles and Oprah Winfrey, offered tributes to the longtime host, capping off a week that “Today” had called a “Hoda-bration!”The New York Times - 12h -
Global Warming Is Wreaking Havoc on the Planet’s Water Cycle
In 2024, natural disasters related to variations in the water cycle caused more than 8,700 deaths and at least $550 billion of economic loss.Wired - 20h -
Demystifying the Department of Government Efficiency
This week we break down the new government committee being led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy.Wired - 1d -
Justice Department finds Tulsa Race Massacre was ‘systemic’ and ‘coordinated’
The Department of Justice found in a newly released report that though the Tulsa Race Massacre was a “systematic” and “coordinated” attack that transcended mere mob violence, any legal ...The Hill - 9h -
Newsom calls for independent investigation of LA Department of Water and Power
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) called for an independent investigation of the Los Angeles Department Water and Power on Friday amid reported water supply issues during this week's wildfires. In ...The Hill - 9h -
Trump announces new ambassador, Justice Department, VA nominees
President-elect Trump announced on Thursday his latest batch of presumptive nominees to serve in his forthcoming administration. Trump announced his pick of Christine Jack Toretti, Pennsylvania’s ...The Hill - 1d -
Lack of water frustrates firefighters on the front lines
As homes continued to burn in the Pacific Palisades area, firefighters were frustrated by lack of water pressure. A fire captain said some homes could have been saved if more water were available. ...NBC News - 1d -
Trump keeps saying send water from the north to LA fires. That's not the problem
As fires spread across Southern California, Trump urged Newsom to send in water from Northern California despite some experts saying water supply is not the problem.ABC News - 1d -
California wildfires: Water supply becomes flashpoint in Trump-Newsom fight
The blazes burning across the Los Angeles region are not only devastating property and lives, but also fueling political argument over how to fight the fires, with President-elect Trump blaming ...The Hill - 1d -
Is a Macy’s near you closing? Beleaguered department store is closing 66 locations.
Macy’s Inc. unveils a list of more than 60 stores slated to close this year as the retailer struggles to right itself amid diminishing foot traffic at remaining stores and breathe new life into its ...MarketWatch - 1d -
BlackRock departs climate investment group
Asset management firm BlackRock is leaving a climate-focused investing group, the group confirmed. “We are disappointed to see any investor withdraw, but as a voluntary initiative, we respect any ...The Hill - 1d -
Microsoft confirms performance-based job cuts across departments
Microsoft is cutting a small percentage of jobs across departments, based on performance, the company confirmed to CNBC on Wednesday.NBC News - 1d -
Why Richmond residents in Virginia are under a boil water advisory
More than 200,000 people in Richmond, Virginia, are under a boil water advisory after a storm impacted a water facility. Greg Schneider, a writer for the Washington Post, joins CBS News with the ...CBS News - 1d -
Trump calls on Newsom to ‘open up the water main’
In a post online Thursday, President-elect Trump called on California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) to “open up the water main” as fires in Los Angeles continue to rage. “Governor Gavin Newscum should ...The Hill - 1d -
YMCA helps Virginia residents enduring water crisis
Residents in Richmond, Virginia, are still without running water after a storm knocked out power at a treatment facility. Jody Alexander, the president of the YMCA of Greater Richmond, joins CBS ...CBS News - 1d -
Can the Justice Department Survive a Trump Wrecking Ball?
Over the next four years, the rule of law will face a profound test.The New York Times - 1d -
Microsoft confirms performance-based job cuts across departments
Microsoft said it's cutting a small percentage of jobs across departments, based on performance.CNBC - 1d -
Water tanks went dry in Pacific Palisades, hampering efforts to fight fire
Demand for water to fight the Palisades Fire led all three of the area's water tanks and some fire hydrants to temporarily dry up in the last roughly 24 hours.NBC News - 2d -
Rugby star killed in November floods found in 7ft of water, inquest hears
An inquest into Tom Voyce's death hears his car was found in the River Aln, four days before his body.BBC News - 2d -
Thousands without water in Republic of Ireland
Irish national weather forecaster Met Éireann has issued a fresh orange warning in the Republic.BBC News - 3d -
U.S. Defense Department bans Tencent and other Chinese companies
Washington seeks to restrict sharing of advanced technology, deeming it a threat to national security.CBS News - 3d -
Jimmy Carter's casket departs from the Carter Presidential Library
Watch as a departure ceremony is held for former President Jimmy Carter at his presidential library before his remains are transported to the U.S. Capitol to lie in state.NBC News - 3d -
Thames Water junior creditors accuse rivals of ‘predatory’ loan conditions
Class B bondholders have filed their own restructuring plan for the troubled utilityFinancial Times - 3d -
Meloni in hot water over government talks with Musk’s SpaceX
Italian premier accused of currying favour with world’s richest man at expense of European satellite initiativeFinancial Times - 3d -
Minneapolis Promises Police Overhaul in Deal With Justice Department
With only two weeks left in the Biden administration, officials hurried to finalize a plan in the city where George Floyd was murdered.The New York Times - 4d -
‘Forever Chemicals’ Reach Tap Water via Treated Sewage, Study Finds
Wastewater, even after treatment to make it drinkable, contains high levels of PFAS, according to researchers.The New York Times - 4d -
Pope Appoints Nun to Lead Vatican Department
Sister Simona Brambilla was appointed as the prefect of a Vatican office that oversees religious orders, but she may not be alone at the top.The New York Times - 4d -
Climate crisis ‘wreaking havoc’ on Earth’s water cycle, report finds
Global heating is supercharging storms, floods and droughts, affecting entire ecosystems and billions of people. The climate crisis is “wreaking havoc” on the planet’s water cycle, with ferocious ...The Guardian - 4d -
California Police Department Agrees to Reforms After Federal Inquiry
The Antioch Police Department was under investigation by the Justice Department after racist text messages between its officers were released in 2023.The New York Times - 5d -
Comfortable, confident Waters steps up in Warriors' win vs. Grizzlies
Lindy Waters III always keeps a level-handed mindset, even if he doesn't play much. That's why he's able to contribute whenever his name is called upon.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Justice Department resolves investigation of Antioch Police Department over racist texts
The Department of Justice announced on Friday it has resolved a biased policing investigation of California's Antioch Police Department, where racist texts allegedly sent by officers sparked ...NBC News - Jan. 4 -
Trump taps ex-Fox News contributor to join State department
President-elect Trump announced Friday that former Fox News contributor Tammy Bruce is slated to join his State Department later this month. “It is my great honor to announce that Tammy Bruce will ...The Hill - Jan. 4 -
Don’t bet against the Department of Government Efficiency on deregulation
DOGE, the new Department of Government Efficiency, is being criticized by insiders for its lack of regulatory expertise, but supporters argue that it can succeed by empowering agency insiders to ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Biden Expected to Permanently Ban Oil Drilling in Some Federal Waters
The move, expected as early as Monday, relies on a 70-year-old law that could make it difficult for the Trump administration to reverse it.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
Federal Judge Keeps Poland Spring’s Water Origin Lawsuit on Docket
A class action suit filed in 2017 that claims ‘not one drop’ of the popular bottled water brand comes from a natural spring will proceed, though some claims were dismissed.Inc. - Jan. 2 -
Watch live: Las Vegas Police Department gives update on Cybertruck explosion
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) will brief the press Thursday afternoon on their investigation into a Tesla Cybertruck that exploded early Wednesday morning in front of ...The Hill - Jan. 2 -
Waters details brief Luka altercation in Warriors-Mavericks game
In the latest episode of "Dubs Talk," Golden State Warriors reserve Lindy Waters III told NBC Sports Bay Area's Monte Poole about his brief altercation with Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Dončić.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 1 -
Waters stands by viral quote after career night vs. Pelicans
First-year Golden State Warriors forward Lindy Waters III doubled down on his viral "I got a strap on me" quote with NBC Sports Bay Area's Monte Poole on the latest episode of "Dubs Talk."Yahoo Sports - Jan. 1 -
Justice Department asks Supreme Court to reinstate anti-money laundering law
The Justice Department asked the Supreme Court to issue an emergency order reinstating a federal anti-money laundering law as a legal battle plays out in a lower court. Passed in 2021, the ...The Hill - Dec. 31
