Former Freedom Caucus chair on Johnson: ‘I'm going to keep my options open’

"Shred Sisters" author Betsy Lerner opens up about writing her first novel

From the March sisters in "Little Women" to Cinderella and her wicked stepsisters, the relationship between female siblings is a favorite in works of fiction. One of the latest novels to enter that ...

CBS News - 37m

Backup QB rankings for NFL playoff teams: Chiefs' Carson Wentz headlines emergency options for postseason

Which contenders are best-suited to weather injury under center?

CBS Sports - 40m

Jon Gruden landing spots: NFL teams eyeing former coach for 2025 openings, per report

Which clubs could be interested?

CBS Sports - 49m

Americans keep flocking to Florida—3 young people share what it's like living there: 'My money goes a long way'

Florida's population has continued to boom despite costs going up and hurricanes intensifying.

CNBC - 1h

Former FBI profiler on deadly truck incident in New Orleans

At least 10 people have been killed and dozens of others are hurt after a man slammed a truck into a Bourbon Street crowd in New Orleans early New Year's Day. Former FBI agent and profiler Mary ...

CBS News - 1h

Critic wrongly jailed by former president of Philippines hopes to return to politics

Leila de Lima enraged Rodrigo Duterte when she began investigating killings carried out during his ‘war on drugs’. Leila de Lima, one of fiercest critics of the former Philippine president Rodrigo ...

The Guardian - 1h

My Two Best Friends Started Dating Each Other. I’m Livid!

Feeling slighted after a former flame paired up with an old friend she met through him, a middle-aged reader cut off contact with both. So why does he feel so bad?

The New York Times - 1h

Premier League January transfer window opens

The Premier League transfer window opened on Wednesday, giving clubs the opportunity to improve their squads for the remainder of the 2024-25 season.

ESPN - 1h

Former NYPD detective on deadly truck incident in New Orleans

At least 10 people are dead after a truck hit a crowd of people early New Year's Day on New Orleans' Bourbon Street. "This man was trying to run over as many people as he could," New Orleans Police ...

CBS News - 1h

As a child, I couldn’t wait to change my Iranian nose. Now I’ve learned to see its beauty | Bea Dero

I photograph people with non-western features, and pay homage to our profiles and the history in our faces. “So when are you getting your nose job?” was a question 11-year-old me would often hear ...

The Guardian - 3h

Tossing Speaker Johnson would be a huge mistake

A drawn-out battle over the Speaker’s gavel would be the worst way to begin the 2025 legislative session.

The Hill - 3h

‘Should I feel guilty?’ My elderly neighbor and friend of 5 years left me her $1 million home. Do I split it with her two sons?

“I have plenty of money.”

MarketWatch - 3h

How to Start (and Keep) a Healthy Habit (2025)

Whether you want to run a marathon or learn to play the guitar, here’s how to set yourself up for success.

Wired - 3h

Morning Report — Five Johnson holdouts to watch

In today’s issue: What do the holdouts want? What can sway them? Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) fate rests with a handful of House Republicans who, despite a clear endorsement from ...

The Hill - 4h

Here's what's open and closed on New Year's Day 2025

New Year's Day is observed by banks and delivery services, but holiday policies for individual retailers vary. Here's what to know.

CBS News - 5h

In Gaza we were the happiest family I could imagine. Then came the worst days of my life | Fadwa al-Masry

I am an academic, a mother, no threat to anyone. Yet those I love have been injured and killed, and I have endured indescribable hardships. I am a Palestinian mother with a bachelor’s degree in ...

The Guardian - 9h

Trump says he thinks Johnson has the votes to get confirmed

President-elect Trump firmly believes House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will get a second term. “No one else can get the votes,” he told reporters Tuesday. On Monday, Trump offered Johnson his ...

The Hill - 11h

Former Hostages in Iran Crisis Recall Jimmy Carter’s Quest to Free Them

The Iran hostage crisis became a symbol of a failed presidency, but for some of those who lived it, Jimmy Carter was the one who brought them home at the expense of his political career.

The New York Times - 12h

Trump says he would make calls for Mike Johnson

The president-elect also plans to attend Jimmy Carter's funeral.

Politico - 12h

Former President Jimmy Carter to be honored over 6-day funeral schedule

Preparations have started for the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at age 100. Events are set in Carter's hometown of Plains, Georgia, and in Washington, D.C. Mark ...

CBS News - 15h

The 40-plus year mission to keep President Carter safe

As a former president, Jimmy Carter had Secret Service protection for the rest of his life. Nicole Sganga has the story of the agents who guarded him around the clock for nearly half a century.

CBS News - 15h

Showdown over House Speaker after Trump endorses Johnson

Even though President-elect Trump has endorsed him, House Speaker Mike Johnson faces a showdown over whether he will continue in the role. A vote is scheduled in the House on Friday. NBC News' Gabe ...

NBC News - 15h

Louisville wins Sun Bowl 35-34 after Washington fails on 2-point conversion going for win

Washington narrowly missed a 2-point conversion and onside kick recovery in a thrilling Sun Bowl finish.

Yahoo Sports - 16h

Whitehouse calls for ‘war machine’ to spar against GOP as DNC chair election looms

Politico - 1d

Trump endorses Johnson for speaker

Politico - 2d

Former FBI and CIA head prods Senate to reject Patel, Gabbard

Politico - 5d

Read the Gaetz report here — plus the Ethics chair’s dissent

Politico - Dec. 23

At Trevi Fountain in Rome, Tourists’ Coins Go to Good Cause

Who gets to spend the millions of euros in change tossed into the Roman landmark?

The New York Times - 5h

Arizona State rose from the ashes to the CFP, but there's only one way to keep the party going

A sleeping giant since the days of Jake Plummer, Arizona State hopes its historic 2024 season "activates the valley"

CBS Sports - 15h

Republicans raising questions about Johnson's reelection as House speaker

Republican Rep. Chip Roy said Tuesday that he doesn’t think House Speaker Mike Johnson has the necessary votes to remain speaker in Friday's leadership election.

ABC News - 17h

Six former Florida State players suing coach Leonard Hamilton over failed NIL payments

The complaint includes multiple text-message exchanges between players and some between players and Hamilton.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Former Freedom Caucus chair on Johnson: ‘I'm going to keep my options open’

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