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WATCH: Congress hears more testimony about UFOs: ‘We are not alone’

Wednesday’s joint congressional hearing by subcommittees of the House Oversight Committee was titled, "Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena: Exposing the Truth."

US Congress to hold second hearing on UFOs in attempt to ‘pull back curtain’

House committee’s hearing will have ‘expert witnesses’ to shed light on unidentified anomalous phenomena. The United States Congress will hold a hearing on Wednesday to discuss the topic of UFOs ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Watch live: House convenes hearing on UFOs

The House Oversight Committee will hear testimony Wednesday from a number of witnesses about their experience with unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs) — or UFOs. It marks the first ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Senate and House races to watch that'll decide control of Congress

A handful of congressional races could decide who has control of the Senate and the House of Representatives. Currently, Democrats control the Senate and Republicans control the House, but both ...

Watch Live: Texas inmate absent from hearing after his execution was paused

Death row inmate Robert Roberson didn't appear before Texas state lawmakers after his execution was halted last week.

Big issues, surprise races and ticket-splitting: 5 things to watch in the battle for Congress

The close and uncertain battle for the White House has taken center stage this year.

The Races for Congress

We preview next week’s elections and what a divided or united government might mean for each party.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

GOP senators brush off concerns about Thune’s relationship with Trump

The new Senate majority leader has been critical of the president-elect, but even conservative senators expressed confidence that he would work well with Trump.

Politics - Politico - Yesterday

Congress wants telemedicine flexibilities to stay

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Congress wants telemedicine flexibilities to stay A bipartisan coalition of lawmakers in both the House and ...

Politics - The Hill - October 16

The races that could decide control of Congress

The margins in the House and the Senate between Republicans and Democrats are razor-thin with a few key races likely to decide the balance of power for Congress. CBS News correspondent Jarred Hill ...

Congress returns after election break

Lawmakers returned to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday following a six-week election break. Republicans are preparing to govern with majorities in both chambers while Democrats look to regroup. Scott ...

FirstFT: Republicans complete Congress sweep

Also in today’s newsletter, France boycotts COP29 and renowned conservative lawyer dies

World - Financial Times - 16 hours ago

Sara Sharif had more than 70 injuries, court hears

Sara,10, had more than 70 new external injuries, along with internal injuries and older wounds.

Trump hears from undecided Latino voters

Former President Donald Trump attended a Univision town hall with Latino voters a week after the television station held a similar event with Vice President Kamala Harris. Town hall moderator ...

Sara Sharif suffered fractures before death, court hears

A fracture to Sara Sharif’s neck bone could have been caused by strangulation, the Old Bailey hears.

Elehear Beyond Review: Super Big Hearing Aids

At nearly twice the size of some competitors, Elehear’s new hearing aids certainly make a statement.

Tech - Wired - October 18

The Best Hearing Aids of 2024, Reviewed by Experts

These WIRED-tested and audiologist-approved devices will help you hear sounds more clearly. Never miss out on a dinner conversation again.

Tech - Wired - October 21

Why Robert Roberson didn't testify at Texas hearing

Robert Roberson's lawyers explained why the death row inmate didn't testify at the Texas committee hearing set after his execution was paused. CBS News' Nikki Battiste has more.

Harvey Weinstein's retrial moved to next year, lawyer plans to hire a private investigator

Harvey Weinstein's retrial on sex crimes charges in Manhattan won't start until next year and a new allegation against the former movie mogul will be included in the case

Entertainment - ABC News - October 23

Concerns over Brianna's mobile use, inquest hears

The murdered teenager's family and school has shown concern but Brianna did not engage with support.

People Are Hooked on Costco Hearing Aids, and This Is Why

Devoted customers come for the free hearing aid cleanings and leave with full carts.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - November 2

Supreme Court to Hear Louisiana Congressional Map Dispute

The case, which will not affect this election cycle, involves a legal fight over how the state draws its voting maps and could determine the political power of Black voters there.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 4

Sara Sharif’s stepmum was ‘possessed’, court hears

A father accused of killing Sara Sharif says his daughter was abused by her stepmum, a court hears.

The chance to hear a unique Beatles bootleg — for $250,000

How a superfan’s desire to tell the story of the Fab Four in Canada unearthed the recording of a 1965 gig

Business - Financial Times - 5 days ago

These Guys Hacked AirPods to Give Their Grandmas Hearing Aids

Three technologists in India used a homemade Faraday cage and a microwave oven to get around Apple’s location blocks.

Tech - Wired - Yesterday

I Can’t Wait for Matt Gaetz’s Confirmation Hearings

Trump’s choice to lead the Justice Department is a flagrant provocation that is, like a pulpy B movie, so bad it’s good.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 hours ago

Congress’ to-do list grows while on the campaign trail

As Congress enters a critical stretch to the November elections, a lengthy to-do list of critical funding items is piling in its absence. Congressional leaders have faced pressure from all sides to ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

The cowboy state US election battle that will matter from Kyiv to Beijing

Montana is at the heart of an expensive high-stakes fight for control of the American Senate

World - Financial Times - October 21

Morning Report — Who will lead the GOP in the next Congress?

In today’s issue: Two weeks out from Election Day, Republican leaders in the House and Senate are already eyeing potential leadership shake-ups for the 119th Congress. IN THE HOUSE, Republicans are ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Congress must be proactive, not reactive, with disaster recovery

Sen. Thom Tillis has led a bipartisan group of senators in calling for Congress to pass a disaster funding package to assist victims of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, as the SBA disaster loan fund ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

In their own words: Lawmakers on what it's like in a 'chaos' Congress

Polarizing

In the Race for Congress, a Reporter Starts ‘With a Blank Notebook’

Catie Edmondson, who has been covering Capitol Hill for The New York Times since 2018, tries to glean patterns that will determine control of the House.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 28

What if Democrats Win the White House and Congress on Tuesday?

If Democrats win the White House and Congress, they might finally make lasting changes to voting rights and abortion access.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

Will Your Elected Officials in Congress Accept the Results of the Election?

We’ve asked every member of Congress whether they’ll accept the results as called by the Associated Press. Use our tool to see how your representatives answer.

Tech - Wired - October 31

Closing arguments in battle for Congress focus on abortion and immigration

Both parties are zeroing in on different issues as they make their closing arguments in the battles for the House and Senate, with Democrats leaning into abortion and Republicans focusing on ...

Politics - NBC News - October 31

Factors that could affect the balance of power in Congress

Republicans hold a slim majority in the House, while the Democrats' margin in the Senate is slimmer. Seats are being vacated, districts redrawn, and the pull of presidential candidates are all ...

Control of Congress up for grabs on Election Day

In addition to electing a new president, control of Congress will also be determined on Election Day. Democrats hold a narrow majority in the Senate while Republicans have a slim advantage in the ...

José Andrés threatens to challenge Maryland Republican in Congress

Celebrity chef José Andrés could trade the kitchen for Congress if he follows through on a threat to challenge a Maryland Republican, saying the state "deserves better." "I will retire and run for ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

How Congress will look after Election Day

CBS News projects that Republicans have flipped the Senate and could take control of the House. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has a look at what the makeup of Congress will ...

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