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Education nominee McMahon grilled amid Trump's vow to kill department
WWE co-founder Linda McMahon was in the hot seat on Capitol Hill as she faced questions over her education secretary nomination.ABC News - 1h -
Trump calls McConnell 'not equipped mentally' after voting against his nominees
President Trump called Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., "not equipped mentally" after the senator voted against several of his nominees to cabinet positions.NBC News - 2h -
Questions raised over Rachel Reeves's CV and expenses
The BBC has established the Chancellor left the Bank of England nine months earlier than she states in her LinkedIn profile.BBC News - 8h -
Joe Cocker, Mariah Carey and Outkast are Rock Hall nominees
Also on the ballot for the Class of 2025 are Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Maná, Billy Idol and the White Stripes, among others.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Documentary shorts nominees home in on gun violence, celebrate female musicians
This year's nominees examine the aftermaths of gun violence and two female musicians — one a trailblazer and the other just getting started.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Hot Inflation Raises Stakes of Trump’s Tariffs
Economists warn that enacting tariffs at a time of persisting price pressures is a risky move.The New York Times - 7h -
2 Trump nominees raise red flags for GOP
Republican senators are warning that two of President Trump's nominees for national security positions who have championed radical views will face tough scrutiny. Elbridge Colby, Trump’s pick to ...The Hill - 12h -
Sen. McConnell's health concerns raise questions over ability to serve
The recent concerns over the health of Republican Senator Mitch McConnell are reigniting debate about when it's time for lawmakers to step aside. NBC News' Ryan Nobles has more on the concerns.NBC News - 20h -
Trump Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum May Raise U.S. Manufacturing Costs
Duties of 25 percent on steel and aluminum will flow through to car buyers, beer drinkers, home builders, oil drillers and other users of metal goods.The New York Times - 21h -
Trump's labor nominee once worked at Planned Parenthood, risking further GOP ire
Labor secretary nominee former Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer listed on her questionnaire for a Senate committee that she worked at a Planned Parenthood clinic when she was in her early 20s.NBC News - 1d -
Trump Deputy Attorney General Nominee Decries Treatment of His Client
Mr. Blanche made clear that his prior work as a personal lawyer for the president informed his approach to the job of deputy attorney general.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump unveils nominees for CFPB director, comptroller of the currency
President Trump sent a new list of nominations to the Senate on Tuesday, unveiling his picks to lead several key financial regulatory agencies in his second administration. Jonathan McKernan was ...The Hill - 1d -
2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees include Mariah Carey, Oasis and Phish
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday unveiled their 2025 nominees for induction, which include Chubby Checker, OutKast and Mariah Carey.CBS News - 1d -
Chubby Checker, Phish and Outkast Among Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees
Billy Idol, the Black Crowes and Maná will also appear on the ballot for the first time, alongside Oasis, Joe Cocker, Mariah Carey and others.The New York Times - 1d -
A Turn as Trump Made Sebastian Stan an Unlikely Oscar Nominee
He is attracting different attention, and some leading man hardware, after standout performances in “The Apprentice” and “A Different Man.”The New York Times - 1d -
Questions raised over Lord Mandelson’s work with Chinese ‘influence operation’
New ambassador to US and his consultancy firm under spotlight over links to agency said to have aim of co-opting western businesspeople. Peter Mandelson’s face appeared at the top of the screen. ...The Guardian - 1d -
Chinese cranes at U.S. ports raise homeland security concerns
A yearlong congressional investigation found that automated cranes built by ZPMC for U.S. ports could potentially be monitored by the Chinese government.CBS News - 1d -
Chinese cranes at U.S. ports raise national security concerns
Ship-to-shore cranes are essential to operations at U.S. ports, so a congressional investigation into their connection to a Chinese-owned company is sparking serious security concerns. Carter Evans ...CBS News - 1d -
Reeves faces cutting spending or raising taxes as UK growth disappoints
Chancellor’s fiscal headroom has been wiped out, according to preliminary forecasts by watchdogFinancial Times - 2d -
Trump FBI pick Kash Patel accused of directing staff purge while still a nominee
Sen. Dick Durbin alleged that Kash Patel's orders are being carried out by officials including Trump aide Stephen Miller and acting deputy AG Emil Bove.CNBC - 2d -
Strong Storm Expected to Soak Southern California, Raising Fears of Mudslides
It could be the biggest storm the area has seen so far this winter.The New York Times - 2d -
Israel's fatal shooting of a pregnant Palestinian woman raises fears in the West Bank
Palestinians say the fatal shooting of a pregnant 23-year-old in a refugee camp in the northern West Bank signals a worrying trend toward more lethal, warlike tactics by Israel in the occupied ...ABC News - 2d -
Hydratac raises $3M for ‘extremely realistic’ shooter game
Hydratac, with just seven people working on a next-generation "extremely realistic" shooter game, has raised $3 million.VentureBeat - 2d -
Phynd raises $10M for subscription-free smart TV cloud gaming platform
Phynd raised $10 million for its subscription-free smart TV cloud gaming platform. It comes from a man with an interesting pedigree.VentureBeat - 2d -
Waterlily Raises $7 Million to Help Aging Americans Plan for Care
Most Americans are unprepared to cover long-term care. This startup’s AI model could change that.Inc. - 2d -
Israeli Hostages’ Accounts of Abuse Raise Alarms for Remaining Captives
Freed hostages have told of starvation, and relatives of others held in Gaza say officials have relayed accounts of torture.The New York Times - 2d -
Former Treasury employee says DOGE access raises "real security questions"
Elon Musk's access to the Treasury's payment system is raising concerns about federal funding and personal data. Major Garrett speaks to a former Treasury employee about the role of the agency and ...CBS News - 2d -
Revelations of Israeli spyware abuse raise fears over possible use by Trump
After WhatsApp claimed 90 users were targeted last year, experts concerned over how US could use cyberweapons. Even as WhatsApp celebrated a major legal victory in December against NSO Group, the ...The Guardian - 3d -
Can Trump bring unions into the GOP fold? His labor nominee presents a major test
President Donald Trump has repeatedly challenged Senate Republicans with his Cabinet picksABC News - 3d -
Vance proves pivotal in pushing through controversial Trump nominees
Vice President Vance has quickly become President Trump's liaison to the Senate, which has paid dividends as the GOP-led body moves to confirm even Trump's most controversial Cabinet picks. The ...The Hill - 3d -
New Zealand raises ‘concern’ as Cook Islands prepares to sign China deal
Deputy PM says New Zealand hasn’t been adequately consulted on an agreement the Cook Islands leader is expected to sign in Beijing this week. A diplomatic row has erupted between two tight-knit ...The Guardian - 3d -
Trump’s FBI nominee Kash Patel under fire over Shein stake
Controversial official discloses stock in owner of Chinese fast-fashion retailer that has been accused of forced labourFinancial Times - 4d -
GOP gains in voter registration raise red flags for Democrats
Republican gains in voter registration are raising red flags for Democrats in key states, underscoring the inroads the GOP made across the country in 2024. Active registered Republicans now ...The Hill - 5d -
Oscar nominees Fernanda Torres and Walter Salles on Brazil’s 1970s junta and ‘resistance through affection’
The actress and director discuss ‘I’m Still Here’, their portrait of a family torn apart by political persecution — but still defiantFinancial Times - 5d -
Anduril in talks to raise money at $28 billion valuation as defense-tech booms
Anduril has signed a term sheet to raise up to $2.5 billion at a valuation of $28 billion, according to sources close to the company.CNBC - 6d -
Trump Trade Nominee Defends Plan to Reorder International Trade
Jamieson Greer advocated restructuring the international trading system and defended the president’s aggressive actions against Canada and Mexico as he testified before the Senate.The New York Times - Feb. 6 -
How RaMell Ross made best picture nominee 'Nickel Boys' as 'visceral' as real life
In our first episode back after the Oscar nominations, we chat with 'Nickel Boys' filmmaker RaMell Ross and costume designer Arianne Phillips of 'A Complete Unknown.'Los Angeles Times - Feb. 6 -
Oscars flashback: Raising a glass to 'Sideways'
20 years ago, the adapted screenplay winner got the prize ahead of 'Before Sunset,' 'Million Dollar Baby,' 'Finding Neverland' and 'The Motorcycle Diaries.'Los Angeles Times - Feb. 6