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Jimmy Carter's state funeral to be held Jan. 9 at Washington National Cathedral
The funeral for former President Jimmy Carter, who died on Sunday at the age of 100, will be held on Jan. 9 at Washington National Cathedral.ABC News - 18m -
Wall Street Journal backs Trump on H-1B visas: 'Enlightened nationalism'
The Wall Street Journal backed President-elect Trump’s stance on visas for highly skilled workers amid a contentious debate between Trump’s Silicon Valley supporters and the anti-immigrant ...The Hill - 30m -
Wales Six Nations blow as hooker Lake out for up to 12 weeks
Wales have injury hooker problems for the Six Nations with injured captain Dewi Lake ruled out until the end of the tournament.BBC News - 1h -
MLB rumors: Tigers target big-name free-agent bats after surprise playoff run, Nationals bring back old friend
Here are your hot stove rumors for Monday, Dec. 30CBS Sports - 1h -
Biden marks Carter's death with National Day of Mourning, amid sweeping tributes
Reaction to the death of former President Jimmy Carter paid tribute to his service to the country and his contributions around the world after the White House.ABC News - 6h -
Brazilian film 'I’m Still Here' tops box office, forcing nation to reckon with dictatorship trauma
Brazilian-made dramas rarely last long in local cinemasABC News - 12h -
Playing to Win: How a First Nation Turned Around Its Fortunes
Steered by an entrepreneurial chief, Membertou First Nation in Nova Scotia led the largest investment by Indigenous people in Canada’s seafood industry.The New York Times - 18h -
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 29, 2024
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, the annual correspondents' roundtable and Dr. Leana Wen join Major Garrett.CBS News - 22h -
Josh Bell, Nationals agree to deal: Washington brings back switch-hitting slugger to fill DH role, per report
Bell, who had 23 doubles and 19 home runs in 2024, spent 2021 and part of 2022 with WashingtonCBS Sports - 14h -
12/29: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dr. Leana Wen discusses the bird flu outbreak and what health policy could look like in the new administration. Plus, philanthropist and author ...CBS News - 21h -
Face the Nation: Wen, Bhave, Rubenstein
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on... the bird flu and the economy.CBS News - 22h -
Transcript: Aditya Bhave on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 29. 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Aditya Bhave, senior economist at Bank of America, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 29, 2024.CBS News - 23h -
Transcript: Dr. Leana Wen on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 29. 2024
The following is the full transcript of an interview with Dr. Leana Wen on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 29, 2024.CBS News - 23h -
Full interview: David Rubenstein on "Face the Nation"
Watch Major Garrett's full interview with co-founder of the Carlyle Group and author David Rubenstein about his new book, "The Highest Calling: Conversations on the American Presidency."CBS News - 1d -
College Football Playoff bracket predictions: Second-chance expert picks to crown 2025 national champion
With the first round complete, some of our CBS Sports experts adjust their 2024-25 College Football Playoff bracketsCBS Sports - 1d -
Transcript: Philanthropist and author David Rubenstein on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 29, 2024
The following is the full transcript of an interview with David Rubenstein, philanthropist and author, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 29, 2024.CBS News - 1d -
Elon Musk Is a National Security Risk
His cozy relationship with Chinese leaders and reported contacts with Russian officials is a cause for alarm.The New York Times - 1d -
Wyoming gov OKs sale of state land for Grand Teton National Park
Under the agreement, the federal government will pay the appraised value of $62.5 million for the property, while privately raised funds will supply the rest.CBS News - 2d -
America's case for Greenland. It's key to US national security in the Arctic.
The 1951 Defense of Greenland Agreement provides a legal and historical basis for the United States to assert greater control over Greenland, which is increasingly critical for national security ...The Hill - 2d -
A New Coach, Olympic Gold and Retirements: the U.S. Women’s National Team’s 2024
It was a year of change, a year of goodbyes and a year of re-establishing the team on the world stage, columnists for The Athletic write.The New York Times - 2d -
South Korea opposition-controlled National Assembly votes to impeach acting president
South Korea’s opposition-controlled National Assembly has voted to impeach acting President Han Duck-sooABC News - 3d -
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Germany's president dissolves parliament, sets national election for Feb. 23
Germany is headed for a national election seven months earlyABC News - 3d -
The Bald Eagle Is (Finally) the National Bird of the United States
The bird of brown and white feathers has long represented the United States as a majestic and soaring symbol, but only this week did a law make it official.The New York Times - 3d -
National Trust warns UK's most precious heritage at risk from extreme weather
A blurring of the distinctions between seasons is also a challenge for insects and their predators.BBC News - 3d -
The National Mall, Central Park and More Venues the N.H.L. Should Use
The league’s Winter Classic showcase should move beyond outdoor stadiums and into popular landmarks, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - 4d -
It’s Time to Move Past AI Nationalism
Countries must collaborate if we’re going to create a less fearful future for artificial intelligence.Wired - 4d -
US officials use National Menorah Lighting to promote peace, unity
U.S. officials and religious leaders spoke about peace and hope at the National Menorah Lighting hosted in front of the White House Wednesday to mark the beginning of Hanukkah. “We can all benefit ...The Hill - 4d -
Bald eagle officially declared US national bird after 250 years
The bird has been a national emblem in the US for years, but it never had an official status in the country's 248-year history.BBC News - 5d -
Pope Francis urges all nations to 'silence the sounds of arms' in Christmas address
Pope Francis in his traditional Christmas message on Wednesday urged “all people of all nations” to find courage during this Holy Year “to silence the sounds of arms and overcome divisions."NBC News - 5d -
The bald eagle is officially America's national bird after Biden's signature
The bald eagle has landed in U.S. Code as President Joe Biden signed a bill Tuesday making the predator the official national bird.NBC News - 5d -
Biden signs a bill officially making the bald eagle the national bird of the US
President Joe Biden has made it official: The bald eagle is now the national bird of the United StatesABC News - 5d -
Major international crisis ‘much more likely’ in Trump’s second term, says his ex-national security adviser
John Bolton delivers scathing critique of Trump’s lack of knowledge or coherent strategy: ‘I’m very worried’. A major international crisis is “much more likely” in Donald Trump’s second term ...The Guardian - 6d -
Panel fails to reach consensus on national security risk of U.S. Steel sale
A government panel has failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of a nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel.CBS News - 6d -
National Security Committee Forgoes Decision on U.S. Steel Acquisition
The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States kicked a decision over the merger with Japan’s Nippon Steel to President Biden, who is expected to block the deal.The New York Times - 6d -
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 22, 2024
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," a deal was finally reached to fund the government, but was last week's Capitol Hill chaos preview of what's to come in 2025? Reps. Tony ...CBS News - Dec. 22
