Newsom Calls Special

California Gov. Newsom calls for special legislative session after Trump win

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) issued a proclamation Thursday to convene a special session of the state Legislature, with the goal of preserving civil rights and enabling potential litigation ...

Politics - The Hill - 8 hours ago

Newsom calls for big boost in funding for California's film and TV tax credit, throwing Hollywood a lifeline

Gov. Gavin Newsom has unveiled plans to increase the cap on California's film and TV tax credit program to $750 million as Hollywood struggles to compete with rivals.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 27

Democrats call for special counsel probe into Kushner over Saudi ties

Correction: This article has been corrected to reflect that lawmakers assess Saudi Arabia has paid Jared Kushner $87 million, and not as previously written. Senior Democrats in the House and Senate ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Louisiana governor calls a special session to address taxes and the courts

Louisiana legislators will meet for a special session beginning Nov. 6 to consider Republican Gov. Jeff Landry’s ambitious attempt to overhaul the state’s tax structure

Southwest’s stock falls after activist calls special meeting to elect new board

Southwest Airlines’ stock took a turn lower Monday, after activist investor Elliott Investment Management called for a special meeting to give shareholders a chance to elect “a completely ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 14

Newsom on new Trump nickname: 'What an embarrassment'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) shrugged off a new nickname he was given by former President Trump, calling the Republican presidential nominee “an embarrassment.” Newsom joined MSNBC’s "Inside ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Phillips 66 to close oil refinery after Newsom law

Phillips 66 announced Wednesday it will close its 650-acre oil refinery complex near the Port of Los Angeles by the fourth quarter of 2025, days after Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed a new law ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

Will Newsom's expanded tax credit program save California's film industry?

Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled plans over the weekend to raise the cap on California's film and TV tax credit program. Will it save Hollywood from ruin?

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 28

Newsom signs executive order to curb electricity costs for Californians

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Wednesday signed an executive order that aims to provide residents with some respite amid rising electricity prices. That anticipated relief would be achieved ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Special Edition: America Votes

An anxious wait begins.

World - The New York Times - 2 days ago

WATCH: Special honor for NBA superfans

Jack Nicholson, Spike Lee, Billy Crystal and businessman Alan Horwitz have been inducted as superfans into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts.

The root of the crisis in special needs education

Since legislative changes in 2014, governments have failed to adapt this area of public policy as autism diagnoses increase

World - Financial Times - October 22

Boy restrained unnecessarily at special school, watchdog says

The mother of the boy says she feels vindicated by a watchdog's report into the case.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs a law aimed at preventing gas prices from spiking

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law aimed at preventing gas prices from spiking at the pump

Former San José mayor wins California House seat, dealing blow to Newsom

Former San José Mayor Sam Liccardo is projected to win California’s 16th Congressional District against fellow Democrat Evan Low, according to Decision Desk HQ. Liccardo's victory is notable given ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

October's supermoon pairs with a comet for a special nighttime spectacle

October's supermoon is the closest of the year and it's teaming up with a comet for a rare stargazing two-for-one

Tech - ABC News - October 16

Brian Williams to host election night special on Amazon

Brian Williams is making a return to the news business. Amazon announced Thursday that former NBC News anchor and MSNBC host will preside over election night coverage it is planning on its ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

Broncos win in Payton's 'special' return to N.O.

Sean Payton, now in his second season with the Broncos, returned to New Orleans as an opposing head coach for the first time and picked up the win.

Sports - ESPN - October 18

The funding crisis threatening England’s special needs education

Cost of specialist school places is placing huge financial strain on cash-strapped councils

World - Financial Times - October 21

Horrible Histories to receive special Bafta Award

The children’s historical sketch show is rewarded for its "extraordinary cultural and social impact".

Trump pledges to fire special counsel Jack Smith

In an interview Thursday, former President Donald Trump said that if he wins the election, he plans to immediately fire special counsel Jack Smith, the man who is overseeing two key criminal ...

Special Report: Israel launches retaliatory strikes on Iran

Israel is conducting retaliatory attacks in Iran. These retaliatory strikes are in response to previous attacks from Iran, according to the IDF.

Watch: Harris campaigns in Wisconsin with special music guests

Vice President Harris held a campaign rally in the critical swing state of Wisconsin on Wednesday evening, featuring musical guests Mumford & Sons. Artists Gracie Abrams and The National's Matt ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Dragon Age: The Veilguard - Best Warrior Skills And Specialization

When you start Dragon Age: The Veilguard , you have to choose from three distinct classes. One of these happens to be the Warrior, a melee powerhouse that has all the right tools for offense and ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 31

The 'special feeling' created by beating All Blacks

Former England centre Brad Barritt recalls the "special feeling" of beating New Zealand at Twickenham in 2012.

Live Budget special: How will the UK secure growth?

The FT’s top commentators answer your questions about the Budget’s impact

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

William returns to 'special place' Africa for prize awards

The awards event in South Africa will have emotional connections for the Prince of Wales.

'The kid is special!' - Barkley completes incredible reverse hurdle

Watch as Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley reverse hurdles over Jacksonville Jaguars' Jarrian Jones in what head coach Nick Sirianni says was the best play he has ever seen.

Slot lauds 'special' Xabi Alonso ahead of UCL game

Arne Slot has called Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso a "special manager" ahead of Liverpool's Champions League clash against the German champions on Tuesday.

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

Pulisic helps Milan to 'special' win at Real Madrid

Christian Pulisic hailed AC Milan's win at the home of Champions League holders Real Madrid as a "really special night" after the United States star helped set the Italian side on the path to a ...

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Special Edition: What a Trump Victory Means

Plus, what to expect from his foreign policy.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

Mike Tomlin on huge crowd of Steelers fans in Las Vegas: "It was special to be part of"

Steelers fans took over the Raiders' home stadium in Las Vegas on Sunday, with so many of them in attendance that it often sounded like a Steelers home game.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 14

Zoe Saldaña on new physical extremes in "Special Ops: Lioness" season 2

Zoe Saldaña discusses taking on more physically demanding scenes in season 2 of "Special Ops: Lioness," revealing how she pushes herself to new limits.

Two Key Prosecutors in Trump Documents Case Leave Jack Smith’s Office

The departures amount to a tacit acknowledgment that any trial in that case will not happen for many months, if not years.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 16

Brian Williams to Host Live Election-Night Special on Amazon Prime Video

The one-night special marks the streaming service’s first foray into original live-news programming.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 17

Hamas' Yahya Sinwar killed by IDF in Gaza, Israel says | Special Report

Yahya Sinwar has been killed by Israeli forces, Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz said. Hamas' top leader and apparent architect of the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks against Israel was killed during an ...

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