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Takano to take helm of Congressional Equality Caucus

Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) will take the reins of the Congressional Equality Caucus, a coalition of House Democrats supportive of LGBTQ rights, in the 119th Congress, the group announced Friday. ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Trump blasts UK energy policy and ‘windmills’ after company blames windfall tax for less drilling

President-elect Trump is criticizing the United Kingdom’s energy policy and saying it should get rid of windmills after a company blamed the country’s windfall tax for its early exit from drilling ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Blackpool 'needs arena' to attract biggest stars

Former councillor and musician Tony Williams says Blackpool desperately needs a larger music venue.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Emmy winner Kit Connor talks starring in Broadway's "Romeo and Juliet"

Known for his Emmy-winning role in "Heartstopper" and playing young Elton John in "Rocketman," Kit Connor now stars as Romeo in a bold, contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare's iconic play.

CBS News - Jan. 3

Hindenburg Research shorts Carvana, calling company's turnaround a 'mirage'

The report centers on Carvana's practice of loan sales as well as the business relationship between CEO Ernie Garcia III and his father, Ernest Garcia II.

CNBC - Jan. 3

How far Gavin & Stacey stars went to keep finale a surprise

BBC News - Jan. 3

Bumrah takes final-ball wicket after altercation

Indian captain Jaspit Bumrah dismisses Usman Khawaja with the final ball of the day following an altercation with 19-year-old Austalian batter Sam Konstas on day one of the fifth Test at the Sydney ...

BBC News - Jan. 3

Germany’s biggest companies top 25 per cent female leadership for first time

Mandatory quota law passed in 2020 has improved equality but country remains behind western peers

Financial Times - Jan. 3

LeBron, Curry 3rd at positions in All-Star voting

Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo is the early leader in fan balloting for the NBA All-Star Game, and LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers seems well on his way toward extending his record and ...

ESPN - Jan. 2

It Took 11 Seasons, but This N.F.L. Player Is Finally Becoming a Star

Kyle Van Noy has had fractured ribs, a herniated disc, and a fractured orbital socket during his career. It has all made him more resilient.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Report: Giants wouldn't include Eldridge in trades for stars

The San Francisco Giants reportedly were unwilling to include top prospect Bryce Eldridge in potential trades for star MLB players.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

Sabres Should Strike Big Trade For Rangers Star

The Sabres have an interesting target from the Rangers worth considering.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2

49ers star Deebo reveals his votes for NFL MVP, OPOY awards

San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver Deebo Samuel revealed his votes for NFL MVP and Offensive Player of the Year.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2

China Hits Dozens of U.S. Companies With Trade Controls

The move was the latest escalation in the back and forth between Beijing and Washington over products considered vital to national security.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

China hits dozens of U.S. companies before expected Trump tariffs

China's Ministry of Commerce adds 28 U.S. entities to export control list to "safeguard national security and interests."

CBS News - Jan. 2

How a German Proverb Explains a Golf Star’s Long-Awaited Breakthrough

From the onset of Xander Schauffele’s relationship with golf, motivational allegories and philosophical adages were fed into his psyche.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Tesla shares fall as company reports first decline in annual deliveries

Reduced European subsidies, a US shift to lower-priced hybrids and Chinese competition have squeezed EV maker. Tesla reported its first decline in annual deliveries on Thursday, as the automaker ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

Hi-Fi Rush Studio Officially Reborn At PUBG Company

Tango Gameworks is dead; long live Tango Gameworks Inc. That's the new "reborn" name of the Hi-Fi Rush studio, which is now officially a part of PUBG publisher Krafton Inc. Tango began last year ...

GameSpot - Jan. 2

Nominate a company for CNBC's 2025 Disruptor 50 list

CNBC is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Disruptor 50 list — our annual look at the most innovative venture-backed companies.

CNBC - Jan. 2

Prospective nurse, football star among victims of New Orleans terror attack

Officials have not yet released the names of the 15 people killed in the New Orleans New Year’s Day attack, but families and friends have begun sharing information about them online. New Orleans ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

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 - Jan. 2

Brooke Eby’s Humor About Living With A.L.S. Made Her a TikTok Star

After being diagnosed with A.L.S. in 2022, Brooke Eby could have turned inward. Instead, she opened up — and found a fan base online.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

U.S. Companies Vouched for China During Trump's First Term. Not Anymore.

American companies have largely gone silent about the importance of the U.S.-China relationship—they no longer see China as the land of opportunity.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2

Ex-Princeton football star killed in truck attack

Former Princeton football player Tiger Bech, an All-Ivy League kick returner, was among those killed in the deadly pickup truck attack early Wednesday in New Orleans.

ESPN - Jan. 1

Prescott taking security seriously amid break-ins

Even before a number of high-profile athletes were targeted by robberies over the past few months, Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has taken security seriously.

ESPN - Jan. 1