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Tulsi Gabbard questioned on international affairs and intelligence issues at hearing
Tulsi Gabbard faced questions on intelligence matters, surveillance, and Edward Snowden at her confirmation hearing. NBC News' Sahil Kapur has details on how senators focused their questioning for ...NBC News - 2h -
Federal Spending Freeze Threatens Ecosystems and Public Safety
A White House memo ordered a halt to federal assistance and a review to align spending with Donald Trump’s priorities. Many legal experts say the order is unconstitutional.Wired - 1d -
Roman Abramovich’s tax affairs must be investigated, MPs say
Cross-party group on tax calls for HMRC to act after Guardian investigation finds former Chelsea owner may owe up to £1bn. Roman Abramovich may owe HMRC £1bn, analysis shows Revealed: how ...The Guardian - 7h -
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David Sedaris: ‘I’m shocked by people who take selfies in public. I’d sooner masturbate in public’
The US humourist on men’s shorts, cringeworthy moments – and why he wants to fist-fight Dick Van Dyke. You just got back from Egypt. What was that like? . There are 6 million cats in Egypt that ...The Guardian - 1d -
McCarthy launching public affairs firm with political allies
Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) is launching a public affairs firm with several of his political allies following his departure from Congress. Watchtower Strategy will be a “full-service ...The Hill - 1d -
Movement Network Foundation launches public mainnet for Movement blockchain
The Movement Network Foundation, the organization dedicated to fostering innovation and advancing the adoption of MoveVM technology, is firing up its mainnet for blockchain apps including games. ...VentureBeat - 2d -
Trump halts new renewables on public lands
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Trump pauses renewables approvals on public land, water The Trump administration is pausing approvals for new renewable energy ...The Hill - 6d -
I feel guilty for having an emotional affair. How do I continue in my long-term relationship? | Leading questions
You don’t have to run screaming from this experience, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. Focus instead on how you’ll handle the attraction from here. Read more Leading questions ...The Guardian - Jan. 23 -
Tensions over how Southport details went public
Questions continue over why UK authorities did not publish key details about Axel Rudakubana earlier than they did.BBC News - Jan. 22 -
Advocates launch Medicaid defense
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Advocates roll out efforts to shield Medicaid Liberal advocacy groups are ramping up efforts to protect the ...The Hill - Jan. 21 -
UCL as it happened: Barcelona battle back in epic nine-goal affair, Liverpool march on
Despite twice trailing by two goals, Barcelona claimed a remarkable win. Elsewhere, Liverpool edged past Lille and Atletico earned a comeback victory vs. Leverkusen.ESPN - Jan. 21 -
SEC launches 'crypto task force'
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is launching “a crypto task force.” In a Tuesday press release, the SEC described the task force as “dedicated to developing a comprehensive and clear ...The Hill - Jan. 21 -
Panarin, Shesterkin Help Rangers Past Senators in Low-Scoring Affair
New York Rangers winter Artemi Panarin rides a four-game goal streak versus Ottawa with eight goals and 13 points for 21 points over their last 14 matchupsYahoo Sports - Jan. 21 -
Veterans Affairs secretary pick Doug Collins makes opening remarks in confirmation hearing
President Donald Trump’s pick for Secretary of Veterans Affairs, former Rep. Doug Collins, made his opening remarks during his confirmation hearing.NBC News - Jan. 21 -
Starmer to make statement on Southport public inquiry
The prime minister is due to speak after Axel Rudakubana pleaded guilty to the murders of three girls last year.BBC News - Jan. 21 -
Keir Starmer orders public inquiry into Southport attack
PM says country ‘failed in its duty’ after teenager admits murdering three girls at children’s holiday club. Keir Starmer has ordered a public inquiry into the failings that allowed an “extremely ...The Guardian - Jan. 20 -
Sirianni's confounding public behavior is relished by his players
Sirianni often takes the heat for his players' missteps even when it makes him look foolish. His players know it.ESPN - Jan. 19 -
Trump launches cryptocurrency with price rocketing
Hours after its launch, the market capitalisation for $Trump reached nearly $5.5bn (£4.5bn).BBC News - Jan. 18 -
Trump launches first official cryptocurrency
President-elect Trump launched his first official cryptocurrency, which shot up in value quickly to kick off his inauguration weekend. “My NEW Official Trump Meme is HERE! It’s time to celebrate ...The Hill - Jan. 18 -
Fixing the missing ‘N’ in ‘NPR’: Public media must serve the American public at large
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have pledged to defund the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and NPR must seek to understand the reasons it is regularly targeted by reflecting on its name and ...The Hill - Jan. 17 -
Pasadena public health emergency over wildfire ashes
Pasadena, California, residents are under a public health emergency over concerns of ashes from the Eaton fire affecting the air quality. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports. Also, meteorologist ...CBS News - Jan. 16 -
Eagles slug their way past Packers in unsightly wild-card affair
Philadelphia rode the strength of its defense, while Jordan Love threw three interceptions and Green Bay ends the season 0-6 against the NFC's elite this season.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 13 -
How Elon Musk has meddled in European affairs
From bashing Keir Starmer to promoting the AfD, the X owner is not shy about intervening. A limited – at best – understanding of the continent of Europe and its component countries has not ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
Meloni says Italy’s military has ‘no public alternative’ to Musk’s Starlink
Italian premier defends talks with billionaire’s SpaceX company and rejects accusations he poses ‘a danger to democracy’Financial Times - Jan. 9 -
Carter's grandson: He was the same in public and private
Jason Carter, the former president's grandson, delivered a eulogy filled with humor and personal remembrances on Thursday, telling mourners that the 39th president was the same man in public as he ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Trump expected to tap GOP House Foreign Affairs Africa director for NSC post
President-elect Trump is expected to tap Joe Foltz, staff director for the Republican side of the House Foreign Affairs subcommittee on Africa, to lead the Africa desk at the National Security ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Back to office disputes spread across UK public sector
Staff at Land Registry to take industrial action after being ordered back to their desks three days a weekFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
LA official on California wildfires: This is a public safety emergency
Los Angeles councilmember, Traci Park, who represents one of the areas under siege from the intense wildfires, joins TODAY to share an update and break down what people should know about the ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Ditching of Facebook factcheckers a ‘major step back’ for public discourse, critics say
Mark Zuckerberg’s decision regarding Meta platforms condemned as ‘a full bending of the knee’ to Donald Trump. Mark Zuckerberg’s decision to ditch factcheckers on Facebook and “prioritise free ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Remembering Jimmy Carter's public health legacy
From fighting tropical diseases to championing mental health care, Jimmy Carter's decades of public health work reflect a legacy of enduring change.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
House Foreign Affairs chair moving ICC sanctions bill amid Israeli arrest warrants
Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fla.), the new chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, is planning to move legislation this week to sanction the International Criminal Court (ICC) after it issued an ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Biden signs bill to increase Social Security benefits for millions of public workers
The Social Security Fairness Act repeals two provisions that reduced Social Security benefits for some public workers who also receive pensions.CNBC - Jan. 6 -
Biden signs bill to boost social security payments for millions of public workers
President says Social Security Fairness Act will benefit ‘Americans who have worked hard all their lives’. Joe Biden has signed into law a measure that boosts social security payments for current ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
Thousands of creative works enter public domain
The start of 2025 means thousands of iconic characters and creative works have entered the public domain, including the classic cartoon strongman Popeye. Here's why these characters are now ...CBS News - Jan. 4 -
Ohio governor signs bill to charge public for police video footage
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) signed a new measure into law earlier this week that permits police departments to charge the public to release camera footage from its officers — including dash, body or ...The Hill - Jan. 4 -
French Quarter fully reopens to the public with increased security days after attack
The younger brother of the driver in the New Year’s Day terrorist attack on Bourbon Street said he’s shocked by his brother’s actions and there were no red flags beforehand.NBC News - Jan. 3 -
Meta global affairs chief Clegg to be replaced by Republican Kaplan
Move comes just ahead of Donald Trump’s return to the White HouseFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
These works enter the public domain in 2025
Here are the new books and characters joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.CBS News - Jan. 1
