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Lindsey Vonn places impressive sixth in first World Cup downhill in six years
Vonn, 40, finishes sixth in first in World Cup downhill American was 0.58sec behind Italy’s Brignone Six years later it’s “Wow, Lindsey, wow!”. The racecourse commentator broadcasting Lindsey ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
‘This place instilled constant fear in us’: the man who lived next door to the brutal Homs security unit for 50 years
For 50 years Taha Tadmori had a window to the surveillance complex of the Assad regime. As Syria starts a new chapter, he recalls the horrors he witnessed and the family he lost. The three floors ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
Why Meta had to 'bend the knee to Trump' ahead of his inauguration
Meta's moderation policy to allow more "free expression" was viewed as the latest effort to appease President-elect Donald Trump, which could help AI efforts.CNBC - Jan. 11 -
Yokoyama puts Birmingham ahead after 32 seconds
Birmingham winger Ayumu Yokoyama slots under Zach Jeacock after just 32 seconds to put the League One leaders 1-0 up against Lincoln in their FA Cup third-round tie.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
Lindsey Vonn impresses skiing into 6th place in her first World Cup downhill race since 2019
Lindsey Vonn has skied into an impressive sixth place in her first World Cup downhill race for six yearsABC News - Jan. 11 -
Lindsey Vonn places 6th in first World Cup downhill in 6 years
Lindsey Vonn nearly made the podium, while Federica Brignone broke Vonn's age record.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 11 -
Ukraine doubles down on Kursk ahead of Trump taking office
Ukraine is leaning into its efforts to hold onto the Russian territory of Kursk amid intense pressure from Russian and North Korean forces to take it back, apparently gambling that the region could ...The Hill - Jan. 11 -
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Bird flu outbreak confirmed in Scotland with protection zone in place
A 3km protection zone is in place around a premises in Angus after an outbreak of the H5N1 virus.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Biden buys time for immigrants ahead of Trump inauguration
The Biden administration on Friday bolstered a key humanitarian program for immigrants, buying time for beneficiaries before President-elect Trump is sworn in. The Department of Homeland Security ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
UK ‘well placed’ to obtain enough gas this winter, says biggest network operator
National Gas comments come after Centrica says low temperatures have strained suppliesFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
The First Berserker: Khazan Demo Launching Soon, Two Months Ahead Of Release
Publisher Nexon has announced that The First Berserker: Khazan is getting a demo on January 16, and players will be able to spend as much time as they want in it.. The game's official Twitter ...GameSpot - Jan. 10 -
Smithsonian to display Trump photograph ahead of inauguration
Visitors at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C., will soon get a double dose of President-elect Trump, as the museum installs a second photograph of him ahead of the ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
Questions mount over budget cuts made ahead of L.A.-area wildfires
Los Angeles city leaders are facing mounting questions over whether the city was prepared as the wildfires, including the Palisades Fire, broke out. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is also facing criticism ...CBS News - Jan. 10 -
New Orleans ramps up security ahead of Super Bowl, Mardi Gras
One week after the deadly attack on Bourbon Street in the early morning hours of New Year's Day, New Orleans has brought in a security expert to help guide the city's plans in the near future. As ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Evening Report — Washington pauses to honor Carter, but tough battles lie ahead
{beacon} Evening Report Thursday, Jan. 9 © Greg Nash DC unites for Carter farewell, but tough battles ahead THE POLITICAL BATTLES IN WASHINGTON paused for a moment on Thursday, as past, current ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
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 -
Everton, P'borough clash to go ahead despite snow
Everton's FA Cup third-round match against Peterborough on Thursday night is set to go ahead despite icy conditions on Merseyside.ESPN - Jan. 9 -
SEIU Joins Forces With AFL-CIO Ahead of New Trump Era
A marriage between the service employees union and the A.F.L.-C.I.O. could better equip organized labor to deal with a less-friendly administration.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Jaguars QB Lawrence says 'we need to get some juice back in this place' with new coach
Even though he was wearing a sling on his left arm, Trevor Lawrence was able to point plenty of fingers — most of them at himselfABC News - Jan. 9 -
Obama and Trump chat ahead of Carter funeral
Former President Obama and President-elect Trump chatted and laughed after being seated next to each other at the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
UK presses ahead with gene editing plans despite EU warnings
Environment secretary tells FT that moves to adopt technology are ‘the right thing to do’Financial Times - Jan. 9 -
5 things to watch ahead of DNC's first leadership race forum
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is set to host four candidate forums this month as the party looks to replace outgoing Chair Jaime Harrison. Eight candidates are running to take the helm of ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
KKR grandee donates to Merz’s CDU ahead of German polls
Johannes Huth was long-term backer of struggling liberal FDPFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
Eagles injury update: Jalen Hurts returns to practice ahead of playoffs
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts returned to practice on Wednesday as the Eagles prepare to host the Packers in the wild card round.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9 -
Venezuelan opposition leader rallies support in Panama ahead of Maduro inauguration
Self-exiled Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González is rallying regional support for the opposition's claims that he won the July election against President Nicolás MaduroABC News - Jan. 8 -
Iran puts on show of force with war games ahead of Trump's second term
Weeks before Trump's inauguration, Iran is preparing for potential threats to its nuclear facilities – and for the possible domestic reaction.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
What’s Behind Meta’s Makeover Ahead of Trump’s Second Term?
Mark Zuckerberg is positioning his company for a second Trump term — and revealing the hollow identity at its core.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Port strike looms ahead of Trump inauguration
Tens of thousands of longshoremen could walk off the job from Maine to Texas next week if their union and management can’t resolve long-running contract issues. A damaging strike that kicks off a ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
‘Trump Is at His Absolute Worst in a Crisis’: Three Columnists Imagine the World Ahead
What are the biggest challenges and opportunities facing Trump and his team in foreign policy and national security?The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Obamacare Enrollment Hits Record Ahead of Trump’s Return
Almost 24 million Americans have signed up for plans offered under the Affordable Care Act, driven by subsidies that are expiring and that Congress may not renew.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Biden administration achieves fourth record-breaking ACA enrollment ahead of exit
The Biden administration has achieved a fourth consecutive record year in HealthCare.gov Marketplace enrollment, one week before the final sign-up deadline and its imminent exit from office. Nearly ...The Hill - Jan. 8