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The Hill - Politics
Dan Evans, former Washington governor and senator, dies at 98
Dan Evans, the former governor of Washington who also served in the Senate, died Friday night at his home in Seattle at the age of 98. Evans was a popular three-term Republican governor. He served ...7 hours ago -
Politico - Politics
Fetterman on pager attack in Lebanon: ‘If anything, I love it’
"I thought what Israel chose to do about blowing up the pagers and walkie talkies and after targeting and eliminating membership and leadership of Hezbollah, I absolutely support that,” Fetterman ...8 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
A Changed Montana May Decide Control of the U.S. Senate
Republicans are trying to seize control of the U.S. Senate by ousting Jon Tester, the last Democrat holding statewide office in a state that not long ago had many of them.16 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Daniel J. Evans, 98, Washington State Governor Who Went to Senate, Dies
A moderate Republican, he championed education, civil rights and environmental causes as a three-term governor and on Capitol Hill. He was eyed as a potential vice president.21 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Dan Evans, former senator and Washington state governor, dies at 98
Dan Evans created the nation's first state Department of Ecology, which President Richard Nixon used as a model for the Environmental Protection Agency.Yesterday -
The New York Times - World
How a U.S. Ally Uses Aid as a Cover in War
The United Arab Emirates is expanding a covert campaign to back a winner in Sudan’s civil war. Waving the banner of the Red Crescent, it is also smuggling weapons and deploying drones.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
This is the most expensive U.S. city to retire—and it isn't in California or Hawaii
Spending your post-work years in these cities won't come cheap. Here are the 13 least affordable U.S. cities to retire in 2024, according to WalletHub.Yesterday - California -
NBC News - Top stories
Back to the Cold War: Russia uses Mexico as a hub for spying on the U.S.
In a return to Cold War tactics, Russian intelligence has built up a large presence in Mexico to oversee its spying on the United States, say U.S. officials.Yesterday - Russia -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Taiwan Looks at Options as U.S. Weapons Supply Is Hit by Gaza and Ukraine
Delayed shipments have raised questions about what the island democracy can do to stockpile arms ahead of a potential conflict with China.Yesterday - Ukraine -
The New York Times - Business
2 Stole $230 Million in Cryptocurrency and Went on a Spending Spree, U.S. Says
Malone Lam, 20, and Jeandiel Serrano, 21, schemed to obtain 4,100 Bitcoin from a single victim, federal prosecutors said.Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
U.S. soldier who crossed into North Korea sentenced to time served
Travis King, the U.S. soldier who ran across the Demilitarized Zone and into North Korea last year, was sentenced Friday to a prison term that amounts to the time he has already served.Yesterday - North Korea -
The New York Times - Business
Motel 6 Is Sold to Oyo, an Indian Hotel Company Expanding in the U.S.
A roadside chain for more than 50 years, Motel 6 was owned by Blackstone, the private equity giant. Oyo will pay $525 million in an all-cash deal.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Israel strikes Beirut despite U.S. warning against escalation
Tensions are escalating in the Middle East after the Israeli military carried out a strike in Lebanon's capital Friday. The IDF claims the attack targeted a senior Hezbollah commander. BBC ...2 days ago - Israel -
CBS News - Top stories
U.S. soldier who crossed into North Korea pleads guilty to desertion
Travis King fled into North Korea in July 2023 while taking part in a guided tour of the Korean Demilitarized Zone.2 days ago - North Korea -
The Hill - Politics
GOP senator suggests Mark Robinson should take legal action or leave the race
Republican Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) suggested that North Carolina’s GOP gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson should take legal action against the media or exit the race. “If the reporting on ...2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Tab for Trump's tax proposals is adding up. Can the U.S. afford them?
Former President Donald Trump has unveiled a flurry of proposed tax cuts aimed at seniors, homeowners, tipped workers and more.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
NBC News - Politics
Missouri Democratic Senate Candidate won’t endorse in presidential race
Missouri Democratic Senate Candidate Lucas Kunce joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the state of his campaign against Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Missouri’s abortion amendment ballot initiative.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Tech
What the U.S. Has Argued in the Google Ad Tech Antitrust Trial
As the government wraps up its case, it has built a picture of how Google has become dominant among companies that buy and sell ads online.2 days ago - Google -
Inc. - Business
U.S. to Distribute $3 Billion in Grants to 25 Battery Makers
support 12,000 production and construction jobs2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Czechs vote in Senate and regional elections in the aftermath of massive flooding
Czechs are voting in a two-day vote for a third of the seats in Parliament’s upper house, the Senate, and to select their representatives in regional elections2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Israel conducts "targeted strike" in Beirut after U.S. warns against escalation
The White House earlier warned both Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group against "escalation of any kind" following pager and walkie talkie explosions targeting Hezbollah members.2 days ago - Israel -
The New York Times - Top stories
E.U. Will Offer $39 Billion Loan for Ukraine Without U.S. Help
Plans for a larger sum collapsed when Hungary blocked changes requested by Washington as the price for a joint initiative.2 days ago - Ukraine -
CBS News - Top stories
U.S. nuclear plant Three Mile Island to reopen, sell power to Microsoft
The firm announced the 20-year deal would involve the restart of the plant's Unit 1 reactor, which was shut down half a decade ago.2 days ago - Microsoft -
CNBC - Business
UAE hoping to expand $1 trillion partnership with U.S. through AI, Investment
The visit is also expected to feature meetings with key U.S. business leaders and tech executives.2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Philippine senator says China should do more to help fight cybercrime gangs
China should do more to battle the illegal online gambling and scam call centers run by Chinese criminal syndicates in Southeast Asian countries often using forced labor, a Philippine senator who ...2 days ago - China -
NBC News - Top stories
Harris could win the presidency but lose the Senate, giving Republicans a veto over her agenda and judges
If Kamala Harris defeats Donald Trump and wins the presidency, she may still face a Republican Senate that could block her nominees and agenda.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Mexico president blames U.S. for surging cartel violence
Two warring factions of the Sinaloa cartel appear to be fighting for power since two of its leaders were arrested in the U.S.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
If US Senators are openly Islamophobic, what hope is there? | Representative Ilhan Omar
Senator Kennedy’s remarks were just the tip of the iceberg. It is incumbent upon all of us to call out hate speech when we see it. On Tuesday, Senator John Kennedy told the only Muslim American ...2 days ago -
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Yahoo Sports - Sports
Former Ottawa Senator Named New NHL Captain
The well-liked former Senator forward is now a veteran of 1155 NHL games, fourth among all active American players.3 days ago - NHL -