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In a Political Year, Some Deaths Spoke to the Struggles for Democracy

Among the notable figures who died in a sometimes polarizing 2024, many championed justice, equal rights and political freedom.

The New York Times - 4d

The Death of Net Neutrality Is a Bad Omen

While Americans might not mourn the loss of net neutrality, an appeals court’s ruling sets a troubling precedent for consumer protections in every industry.

Wired - 5d

Luke Littler sails into blockbuster world darts final with Michael van Gerwen

MvG thrashes Dobey 6-1; Littler demolishes Bunting 6-1 Teenager finishes with 105 average in brutal display Today in Focus podcast: how Britain fell in love with darts Deep down, we all knew ...

The Guardian - 5d

Lawmakers react to terrorist attack, Johnson awaits House speaker vote

Lawmakers are reacting to the terrorist attack in New Orleans that killed at least 14 people and injured dozens. This comes as the House prepares to vote for a new speaker and as a new Congress ...

CBS News - 5d

How New Orleans is reacting to the terrorist attack on Bourbon Street

New Orleans officials and residents are coping after a terrorist attack left 14 people dead and dozens injured. Oliver Thomas Jr., a member of the New Orleans City Council, joins CBS News with more ...

CBS News - 5d

Quincy Wilson's world

This 16-year old knows a thing or two about history books. Unlike his classmates, he’s re-writing them.

NBC News - 5d

Ágnes Keleti, the world's oldest Olympic medal winner, dies at age 103

Ágnes Keleti, a Holocaust survivor and the oldest living Olympic medal winner, has died. She was 103.

The Hill - 5d

Bugatti Mistral Sets New World Speed Record for Fastest Convertible

Yahoo News - 5d

Palestinians report deaths in Israeli strike on southern Gaza Strip

Yahoo News - 5d

Predictions for the World Juniors medal round: Who wins it all?

We're down to the final eight teams. Here's how it will play out next, including who takes home the hardware.

ESPN - 5d

German officials call for clampdown on illegal ‘firework bombs’ after five deaths

Explosives brought in from Poland and the Czech Republic are combined with household items for a bigger bang. German officials have called for a clampdown on illegally imported and homemade ...

The Guardian - 5d

Aleksey Bugaev: Russian footballer’s spiralling story ends with death in Ukraine

Once one of the most talented defenders in Russia, Bugaev opted to fight in war rather than serve long prison sentence. Faced with a severe shortage of soldiers for the war in Ukraine, Vladimir ...

The Guardian - 5d

World's most popular YouTuber MrBeast announces engagement

The world's most popular YouTuber, known for his grand stunts, says he opted for an intimate proposal.

BBC News - 5d

Shipowners switch to smaller vessels as world trade reroutes from China

Attacks on Red Sea ships have also hit demand for bulkiest carriers

Financial Times - 6d

White House reacts to deadly New Orleans attack that killed at least 15

With just a few weeks left in office, President Biden huddled with his homeland security team after the deadly attack in New Orleans that killed at least 15 people. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.

CBS News - 6d

Luke Littler dismantles Aspinall to make PDC world championship last four

Littler’s 5-2 win sets up semi-final with Stephen Bunting ‘The crowd wanted a comeback, I just wanted to finish it’ Nathan Aspinall probably thinks he just took part in a game of darts. And ...

The Guardian - 6d

Biden reacts to New Orleans attack with 'anger and frustration'

President Biden said Wednesday that his reaction to the New Orleans attack that killed 10 people and injured dozens of others was “one of anger and frustration.” Speaking to reporters on the ...

The Hill - 6d

U.S. beats Canada, wins group at world juniors

The U.S. scored a 4-1 victory over Canada to take the top spot in Group A at the world junior hockey championship on Tuesday.

ESPN - 6d

Trump reacts to deadly New Orleans truck attack

President-elect Donald Trump has put out a social media post about the truck attack that killed at least 10 people early on New Year's Day in New Orleans. CBS News senior White House and political ...

CBS News - 6d

Nicola Jennings on Putin, Trump and Musk’s impact on world politics this year – cartoon

The Guardian - 6d

‘Best league in the world’: Rebecca Knaak joins Manchester City in WSL

Defender to cover for injured Alex Greenwood German 28-year-old signs 18-month deal at club Manchester City have moved quickly to fill the void left by the injured Alex Greenwood by signing ...

The Guardian - 6d

‘We can be weirdos too’: the Black mermaids creating their own fantasy worlds

Mermaiding has gained popularity in the US – and Black mermaids are using the activity to advocate for aquatic safety, raise environmental awareness and connect to African spirituality. Dressed in ...

The Guardian - 6d