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C.I.A.’s Chatbot Stands In for World Leaders

The spy agency is trying to give its teams better tools and make it easier for the private sector to develop technology for their secretive work.

The New York Times - Jan. 18

Bereaved maternity families' treatment shocking, says Streeting

Health secretary responds to bereaved parents in Leeds, following investigation showing 56 deaths at NHS trust may have been preventable.

BBC News - Jan. 17

McCarthy: Fetterman 'should be leader of the Democratic Party'

Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) said Democrats should follow the lead of Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.), who has openly supported some of the GOP rhetoric on immigration. “Listen to ...

The Hill - Jan. 17

India is staring at an 'oil shock' as U.S. sanctions on Russian crude loom

India is now staring at the possibility of an oil shock after the U.S. decided to implement sweeping sanctions on Russia's oil industry.

CNBC - Jan. 17

Mark Carney runs for leader of Canada's Liberal Party

The former central banker for the UK and Canada pitched himself as a someone who can help a country navigate economic challenges.

BBC News - Jan. 16

Microsoft leaders meet with Trump, Musk at Mar-a-Lago

Microsoft’s top leaders met with President-elect Trump, Vice President-elect JD Vance and Elon Musk at Mar-a-Lago on Wednesday, a company spokesperson confirmed to The Hill. Microsoft CEO Satya ...

The Hill - Jan. 16

Pence lands in Taiwan for meetings with president, tech leaders

Former Vice President Mike Pence arrived in Taiwan on Thursday, two sources familiar with the trip told The Hill. Pence plans to meet with Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te and Vice President Hsiao ...

The Hill - Jan. 16

Azerbaijan’s Leader, Emboldened, Picks a Rare Fight With Putin

Russia’s president is said to have blamed birds or a Ukrainian drone for a Dec. 25 crash of an Azerbaijani plane. Azerbaijan says Russian air defenses were at fault.

The New York Times - Jan. 16

5 Ways Highly Effective Leaders Delegate With Accountability

Delegating a lot? ‘By when’ are two magic words that you can never overuse.

Inc. - Jan. 15

How Financial Shock Therapy Has Changed the Premier League

Profit and sustainability rules caused chaos last year — but clubs have learned their lessons.

The New York Times - Jan. 15

Zheng out in biggest Melbourne shock so far

Zheng Qinwen admits it was not her day as she was beaten in the Australian Open second round in the biggest shock of the tournament so far.

BBC News - Jan. 15

Meeting with grooming victims 'shocking', says Kemi Badenoch

The Tory leader has been calling for a fresh inquiry into grooming gangs.

BBC News - Jan. 14

Premier League star's wife reveals 'shocking' social media abuse

The wife of Arsenal striker Kai Havertz shares screenshots after receiving messages following the team's FA Cup loss to Manchester United.

BBC News - Jan. 13

Brit Fearnley shocks Kyrgios on Aus Open return

Britain's Jacob Fearnley produced an Australian Open shock on Monday by knocking out Nick Kyrgios on his much-anticipated return at his home Grand Slam.

ESPN - Jan. 13

Oliviero Toscani, Benetton's shock photographer, dies aged 82

Toscani was the creative force behind shock ad campaigns of the 1990s including a priest and nun kissing.

BBC News - Jan. 13

Venezuela’s leader starts another disputed term

Western nations punish President Nicolás Maduro over allegedly fraudulent election

Financial Times - Jan. 13

Druse Leader Aims to Secure Place for Syrian Minorities

Despite assurances from the rebels-turned-leaders, members of some religious groups worry what life will be like for them in a post-Assad Syria.

The New York Times - Jan. 12

Spurs avoid FA Cup shock vs. 5th-tier Tamworth

Premier League Tottenham Hotspur needed extra time to beat fifth-tier Tamworth 3-0 in the FA Cup third round on Sunday.

ESPN - Jan. 12

'There is going to be shock and awe with executive orders'

Republican Sen. John Barrasso predicted Donald Trump will hit the ground running.

Politico - Jan. 12

Trump's talk of expansion puts world leaders on alert

President-elect Trump’s talk of territorial expansion has rattled world leaders at an already precarious time in global politics. Trump doubled down last week on his suggestions that the U.S. buy ...

The Hill - Jan. 12

'Nobody gave them a chance' - Plymouth shock Brentford

Plymouth Argyle interim boss Kevin Nancekivell hopes their win at Brentford will help put his side's season back on track.

BBC News - Jan. 11

Lebanon’s Prime Minister Meets With Syrian Leader

The visit by Prime Minister Najib Mikati was the first official trip by the Lebanese leader to meet with the new government of Syria.

The New York Times - Jan. 11

Plymouth move on from Rooney with famous FA Cup shock at Brentford

. They might have pulled the plug on the documentary a week too soon. It’s been a strange two weeks for Plymouth.. First they sacked Wayne Rooney. Then, despite being managerless, they broke their ...

The Guardian - Jan. 11

‘Tottenham are going to hate it’: Tamworth up for FA Cup shock

Players believe tight changing room with an electric heater could give them the chance to catch Spurs cold on Sunday. At Old Trafford for the draw it was like: “Wow.” There was the massive ...

The Guardian - Jan. 11

Gas supply worry and player's 'dementia shock'

Saturday's headlines include the nation's winter gas supply and Dean Windass's "shock" dementia diagnosis.

BBC News - Jan. 11

Shocking images of Southern California wildfires destruction after savage blazes

The destruction in Southern California is hard to comprehend after multiple fires blazed through parts of Los Angeles County. CBS News' Elise Preston has more on the terrifying sights.

CBS News - Jan. 10

Gun-wearing leader sparks attention at Ghana inauguration

Yahoo News - Jan. 10

Venezuelan opposition leader detained ahead of Maduro's inauguration

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado was detained amid antigovernment protests in Caracas on Thursday, a day before President Nicolás Maduro is expected to be sworn in to a third full ...

The Hill - Jan. 9

Mozambique tense as opposition leader returns from exile

Yahoo News - Jan. 9

It’s time for Lebanon’s leaders to take responsibility for the country’s future

For decades, politicians in Beirut have blamed their inaction on outside forces

Financial Times - Jan. 9

Palisades restaurant owner "in shock" after pizzeria burned down

The wildfires raging throughout Los Angeles County have burned more than 21,000 acres of land with zero signs of slowing down. Kristina Levy, a restauranteur in the Palisades whose business burned ...

CBS News - Jan. 8