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House passes Laken Riley Act to amp up border enforcement and put pressure on Democrats
The Republican-led House passed its first bill, the Laken Riley Act, a strict border measure named for the 22-year-old Georgia nursing school student who was murdered.NBC News - 1d -
McDonald’s Abandons Some DEI Policies, Following Other Big Companies Caving to Pressure Groups
Despite its apparent successes in diversifying the company, McDonald’s joined the growing list of big corporations revising or dropping DEI programs amid conservative attacks.Inc. - 1d -
Withings unveils health mirror and advanced blood pressure monitor
Withings, a connected health company, has expanded its cardiovascular products with BPM Vision, an advanced blood pressure monitor.VentureBeat - 1d -
Bitcoin drops below $97,000 as Treasury yields pressure risk assets
Bitcoin slumped on Tuesday as a spike in Treasury yields weighed on risk assets broadly.CNBC - 23h -
Biden signs Social Security Fairness Act into law
President Joe Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law Sunday, marking what is expected to be one of the last major pieces of legislation of his presidency.ABC News - 2d -
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Biden signs bill to increase Social Security benefits for millions of public workers
The Social Security Fairness Act repeals two provisions that reduced Social Security benefits for some public workers who also receive pensions.CNBC - 2d -
World Cup award adds pressure to Saudi Arabia’s construction challenge
Sporting plans bulk out kingdom’s project pipeline as it seeks to reduce dependence on oil revenuesFinancial Times - 2d -
Biden signs Social Security bill that enhances benefits for millions
New law means police officers, teachers and others with public pensions will now collect their full Social Security benefits.CBS News - 2d -
Venezuelan Regime Hunts for Foreign Hostages to Pressure Its Rivals
Maduro has turned up the heat on the incoming Trump administration by recently seizing 50 foreigners, several of them American passport holders.The Wall Street Journal - 2d -
Mike Vrabel interviewed with Jets to put pressure on Patriots, could be eyeing move to New England in 2025
The ex-Titans coach has a history with New EnglandCBS Sports - 2d -
Biden signs Social Security Fairness Act
President Joe Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act, which will increase the benefits of Social Security for millions of public workers.NBC News - 2d -
Forged by pressure, Chiquis lets her artistry flourish on 'Diamantes'
After a decade of putting in the work as a musician, Janney Marín 'Chiquis' Rivera has hit a new stride in her sound.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Tulip Siddiq under rising pressure to resign over property scandal
Anti-corruption minister received accommodation from a developer with links to ousted Bangladeshi governmentFinancial Times - 3d -
Ukraine launches major new counteroffensive in Kursk amid Russian pressure
Ukrainian forces have launched a major new offensive in Russia's Kursk region, a region that Ukraine captured parts of over the summer but has, in the past couple of months, struggled to hold amid ...The Hill - 3d -
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Israel’s Military Pounds Gaza as Pressure Mounts for Cease-fire
Gaza’s health ministry said that 88 people had been killed over the past day. Israeli and Hamas officials have been holding indirect cease-fire talks via mediators in Qatar.The New York Times - 3d -
What’s going to happen with Social Security and Medicare in 2025?
What retirees should know about these important benefits heading into the new year.MarketWatch - 4d -
Polyphenols: the natural chemicals that could give you a small waist, healthy heart and low blood pressure
Can the compound found in plants slow the ageing process and help tackle Alzheimer’s? Food writer Giulia Crouch finds out . . . . There’s a new buzzword in town when it comes to health: ...The Guardian - 4d -
Israel faces mounting pressure over detention of Gaza hospital chief after raid
Israel faced mounting pressure Saturday over its detention of Gaza hospital chief Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, during a raid on Kamal Adwan hospital.NBC News - 4d -
The Papers: Social care 'cop-out' and 'Nice Littler earner'
Labour's social care reforms and Luke Littler's darts world title win lead Saturday's newspapers.BBC News - 4d -
Social Security Fairness Act set to get Biden's signature
Legislation granting full Social Security benefits to nearly 3 million retirees will soon get become law, advocates say.CBS News - 4d -
Postecoglou shrugs off pressure with Spurs in need of January business
Tottenham’s injury-decimated squad will be tested to the maximum against Newcastle but the manager will not panic. January can be the crucial month in the lifespan of a Tottenham manager. During ...The Guardian - 5d -
A(nother) Government Plan for Social Care
Health and Social Care Secretary promises to "grasp the nettle on social care reform”BBC News - 5d -
Algerian social media influencer detained in France accused of calling for attacks
The French interior minister has announced the arrest of a social media influencer from Algeria who is accused of calling for attacks in FranceABC News - 5d -
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Streeting defends 2028 timescale for long-term social care plans
The first steps to creating a National Care Service are announced - but critics say the pace of the plan "feels far too long".BBC News - 5d -
Later acquires social influencer app Mavely for $250M
Later, an influencer marketing and social media management firm, is acquiring social influencer app Mavely for $250 million.VentureBeat - 5d -
Streeting denies government is delaying tackling UK social care crisis
Veteran Whitehall troubleshooter Louise Casey to lead review into one of the country’s most intractable political problemsFinancial Times - 5d -
The Papers: Sara Sharif's dad 'attacked in prison' and social care 'shake-up'
Friday's papers carry a variety of stories, including news the government is launching a commission to reform social care.BBC News - 5d -
Parker Jones becomes social media scapegoat in Georgia's Sugar Bowl loss
A sideline interference penalty cost Georgia 15 yards, earning Parker Jones instant infamy.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
China’s central bank plans policy overhaul as pressure mounts on economy
People’s Bank of China will start to behave more like US Fed in using one main interest rate to steer demand for creditFinancial Times - 5d -
What CCTV and social media videos reveal about New Orleans attack
BBC Verify’s Jake Horton looks at how the attack in New Orleans unfolded.BBC News - 6d -
Carter Vail Takes the Leap From Social Media to Rock Star
He built a huge audience with ridiculous (and catchy) songs on social media. Despite negotiating a record deal and landing a European tour, he has no plans to change.The New York Times - 6d -
Social pressure holds back sales of alcohol-free drinks, research finds
Other challenges include price and taste expectations, with Gen Zers most likely to succumbFinancial Times - 6d -
German solar sector in distress as glut of panels heaps pressure on industry
Wave of bankruptcies hits key European market as double-digit growth rate slowsFinancial Times - 6d -
Beamer, Bielema continue feud on social media
South Carolina coach Shane Beamer and Illinois coach Bret Bielema continued their exchange Wednesday on social media after several testy moments during Tuesday's Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.ESPN - 6d -
Biden: New Orleans attacker's social media posts indicated ISIS ties
President Biden on Wednesday said the individual who carried out an attack in New Orleans that killed at least 15 people posted videos on social media hours earlier indicating they were inspired by ...The Hill - 6d -
Ambulance pressures remain as critical incident in Wales ends
Bosses urge people to be mindful of calling 999 unnecessarily amid "significant pressures".BBC News - Jan. 1
