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New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim reveals a surprise in his Senate floor desk
Kim found found in his desk the name of Sen. Daniel K. Inouye, the only U.S. senator to receive both the Medal of Freedom and Medal of Honor. He called him an "AAPI trailblazer."NBC News - 4h -
Question of intent makes genocide hardest crime to prove
International courts have set an extremely high standard of proof when it comes to showing intent to commit genocide. The definition of genocide outlined in a 1948 UN convention is quite vague ...The Guardian - 5h -
London’s loss of stock market lustre is a question of liquidity
Many of the popular arguments for leaving the LSE are weaker than they soundFinancial Times - 9h -
Johnson spending deal throws Speakership into question as floor vote approaches
Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) handling of an end-of-year spending deal is throwing his grasp on his gavel into uncertain territory ahead of a critical Jan. 3 Speaker vote, as some GOP lawmakers ...The Hill - 12h -
The questions facing England before Women's Ashes
BBC Sport consider what England have learned from their tour of South Africa with the Women's Ashes coming up in January.BBC News - 15h -
Andy Kim reveals surprise after opening Senate floor desk drawer
Sen. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) says his desk on the Senate floor contained a serendipitous surprise — it once belonged to one of his political heroes. The New Jersey Democrat — who was appointed to the ...The Hill - 1d -
How the Yankees rebounded after losing Juan Soto with floor-raising, high-upside moves
The Yankees' Plan B looks pretty good on paper as they've acquired plenty of talent after Soto's departureCBS Sports - 1d -
The ultimate Muji experience – across seven floors
In Ginza, the Japanese brand distils its vision in a ‘retail theme park’Financial Times - 1d -
Maxey scores 40, George adds 33 as 76ers top Hornets 121-108 to spoil Ball's return to the floor
Tyrese Maxey scored 40 points, Paul George added 33 points as the Philadelphia 76ers spoiled LaMelo Ball’s return to the floor with a 121-108 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday nightABC News - 2d -
Meet the N.B.A.’s Most Unapologetic Team: ‘No Friends on the Floor’
It’s been a long time since the league has had a team as feisty as the Houston Rockets.The New York Times - 6d -
Departing Senators Take to Floor for Ritual of Farewell Addresses
The farewell address is a Senate ritual that reflects the culture of the chamber, which prizes tradition, individual relationships, lofty debates and long-winded speeches.The New York Times - 6d -
Questions over Andrew's judgement and finances raised again
The prince making a "close confident" of someone now suspected of being a Chinese spy raises questions over the royal's judgement, writes BBC royal correspondent Sean Coughlan.BBC News - 6d -
Killing Floor 3 Release Date Confirmed For March 2025
Announced during The Game Awards , Killing Floor 3 is launching on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC in March 2025. The sequel is releasing nearly 10 years after Killing Floor 2, taking place ...GameSpot - 6d -
Three Questions From Cutting-Edge Climate Science
An annual gathering of scientists this week offered a glimpse into the latest efforts to answer some of the most intriguing questions about our warming planet.The New York Times - Dec. 12 -
Warriors react to bright lights, brighter floors of NBA Cup
Ahead of Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets, the Golden State Warriors weighed in on the bright lights -- and brighter courts -- that come with the NBA Cup.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 11 -
Jeffries: No Dems will support Johnson for Speaker on House floor
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is expected to keep his gavel in the next Congress after receiving glowing reviews from President-elect Trump. But if there is any kind of revolt from Johnson’s ...The Hill - Dec. 11 -
Hegseth faces questions about women's role in the military
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Defense Department, continued meeting with senators on Capitol Hill in an effort to gain enough support for confirmation. Hegseth is ...CBS News - Dec. 10 -
Investigators of C.E.O.’s Killing Are Questioning a Man in Pennsylvania
A law enforcement officer said a suspect had been identified by someone who spotted him in a restaurant in Altoona.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Giants' Nabers questionable with hip flexor injury
Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers is questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints after suffering a hip flexor injury during Thursday's practice.ESPN - Dec. 6 -
The Big Question: is the US economy exceptional — or overhyped?
Three FT pieces this week explore the soaraway, world-beating success of American business. But can it last?Financial Times - Dec. 6 -
LeBron (foot) questionable for Lakers-Hawks
LeBron James, who has played in all 22 games for L.A. so far, is listed as questionable for the Lakers' game Friday against the Hawks because of soreness in his left foot.ESPN - Dec. 5 -
Belfast Health Trust questioned over hospital delays
Belfast's new maternity hospital at the Royal Victoria site is almost a decade behind schedule.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
South Korea’s Lawmakers Question Military About Yoon’s Martial Law Order
The military has spent decades trying to rehabilitate its image and win public trust after a brutal past. Its role in President Yoon’s martial law raised a specter from that era.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Secret Service leader erupts at GOP lawmaker over 9/11 questioning
Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe and Rep. Pat Fallon (R-Texas) engaged in a shouting match that persisted over gavel banging, as Rowe accused the lawmaker of politicizing the 9/11 ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
A player’s foreseeable death raises existential questions for college football
If the purpose of universities is to cultivate the mind, it is nearly impossible to deny that football, by degrading the brain, is antithetical to the process. “It is clearly the duty of the ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Steph, Draymond ruled out for Dubs-Rockets game; Wiggs questionable
Warriors stars Steph Curry and Draymond Green won't suit up for Golden State's game against the Houston Rockets on Thursday.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Pete Hegseth’s Troubles at Work Raise Questions About Leadership
President-elect Donald J. Trump’s choice for defense secretary led two nonprofits into debt, and episodes of drinking continued into his days as a Fox News personality.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Biden, in Angola, Can't Escape Questions About His Son's Pardon
The president’s three-day visit was meant to be a capstone on the administration’s efforts to strengthen ties with the oil-rich nation.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
Tyrese Haliburton says Pacers are putting an 'embarrassing' product on the floor and need a 'reality check'
Indiana is 9-13 after making the Eastern Conference finals last seasonCBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
Former PlayStation Boss Questions Whether Proprietary Consoles Make Sense Anymore
Although he stepped down from his position as Chairman of Sony Interactive Entertainment in 2019, Shawn Layden hasn't been shy about sharing his views about the future of the gaming industry. And ...GameSpot - Dec. 4 -
Lucy Letby questioned over suspicious deaths of babies in Liverpool
Jailed neonatal nurse’s lawyer condemns ‘leaking by police’ as possible link to Liverpool Women’s hospital emerges. Lucy Letby maintains her innocence, her lawyer said on Wednesday as he condemned ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Hegseth says he won't back down as questions about nomination mount
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump’s pick for Defense secretary, said Wednesday that he won’t back down amid growing scrutiny over his nomination. Hegseth posted a photograph of himself in the ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Trump's controversial Cabinet picks raise questions about lower ethical standards
The former president has shown he has no qualms about putting his most loyal confidants in his administration, no matter their baggage.ABC News - Dec. 4 -
Lucy Letby questioned in jail over more baby deaths at two hospitals
Police confirm serial killer nurse is being interviewed about cases at a second centre, Liverpool Women’s hospital. Cheshire police have interviewed Lucy Letby in prison under caution over the ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Biden not answering questions about pardoning his son Hunter
It's been two days since President Biden announced his decision to pardon his son Hunter, and the elder Biden has still not answered questions about the move. President-elect Donald Trump's ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
House Democrat to force floor vote this week to release Matt Gaetz ethics report
Rep. Sean Casten is forcing a floor vote to require the House Ethics Committee to release a report on its investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Watch live: Joe Manchin gives final speech from Senate floor
Sen. Joe Manchin (I-W.Va.) is set to give his final remarks from the Senate floor on Tuesday afternoon. Manchin, who announced just over a year ago that he would not seek reelection, has held his ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Hegseth dodges questions on alleged sexual, financial misconduct
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense, dodged more questions on alleged sexual and financial misconduct carried out while he served as the head of a veterans' ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
President Biden in Angola, not answering questions about Hunter Biden pardon
The fallout from President Biden's pardon for his son, Hunter, has followed the president on his trip to Angola where he's been peppered with questions about the move. Biden had previously said ...CBS News - Dec. 3
