How George Santos Became A Member of Congress Despite Lying about His Personal Background

How an American steel takeover became a political firestorm

A Japanese company’s plan to buy US Steel is challenging the country’s long-standing policy towards foreign investment

Financial Times - 7h

Democrats in Congress Criticize Biden’s Pardon of His Son Hunter

Lawmakers in the president’s own party, many of them moderates, said his decision to pardon his son was selfish and would further damage Americans’ waning faith in democracy and the rule of law.

The New York Times - 22h

The war on woke: How a gay rights index once touted by big brands became a conservative target

As June’s Pride Month festivities were nearing a conclusion, Tractor Supply released a statement that put LGBTQ+ rights proponents on alert.

NBC News - 1d

‘All he needs is a bit of daylight’: how Saquon Barkley became the NFL’s most dangerous weapon

The running back could end up setting the single-season rushing record as the Eagles start to take shape as a Super Bowl contender. Baltimore Ravens nose tackle Travis Jones dropped the fabulous ...

The Guardian - 12h

Goodell speaks to Congress about the security issue of drones on NFL game days, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the meeting says NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has met with congressional leaders to speak to them about the ongoing security issue of drones on game days

ABC News - 3h

Here's how the last-place Panthers can still win the NFC South despite a 3-9 record

There is still a path for the Panthers to reach the postseason

CBS Sports - 22h

How Biden Changed His Mind on Pardoning Hunter: ‘Time to End All of This’

The threat of a retribution-focused Trump administration and his son’s looming sentencings prompted the president to abandon a promise not to get involved in Hunter Biden’s legal problems.

The New York Times - 20h

Jerry Jeudy talks about going up against his former teammate Pat Surtain

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy talks about going up against his former teammate Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain.

Yahoo Sports - 15h

Monsters obsessed him as a child. Now Robert Eggers is about to unleash his own 'Nosferatu'

Remaking the immortal silent horror classic, the director of "The Witch" and "The Lighthouse" is finally ready to share his longtime passion project.

Los Angeles Times - 10h

The Australian city that became a global food and drink powerhouse

Yahoo News - 6h

Meet the new members: 'Johnny O' makes the short trip to DC

Politico - 6d

A top GOP senator predicts Trump’s picks will get FBI background checks

Politico - 21h

Amazon Prime Members Get These 18 Free Games In December

Amazon has revealed all the PC games that'll be available this month through its Prime Gaming service, and in total, you can look forward to 18 games in December. The first batch of games are now ...

GameSpot - 4h

Republican senators torn over FBI background checks for Trump Cabinet picks

Republicans senators returned to Washington after Thanksgiving recess to a renewed peppering of questions about President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks.

ABC News - 3h

Consumer watchdog proposes crackdown on personal data sales

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on Tuesday rolled out a new proposal aimed at cracking down on data brokers selling Americans' sensitive information. Under the proposed rule, the ...

The Hill - 10h

Lawsuit Claims Apple Spies on Employees’ Personal Devices

A digital advertising specialist says the tech giant forces people to install software that lets the company track their personal information, while also preventing them from discussing their ...

Inc. - 2h

George Osborne is a walking ad for a wealth tax. Labour should target the inheritocracy | Polly Toynbee

‘Tax wealth, not work’ would be a powerful message for Starmer and Reeves – are they bold enough to pursue it?. Now he’s retired from casting millions of people into poverty, George Osborne has ...

The Guardian - 15h

Ocasio-Cortez first person to hit a million followers on Bluesky

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) is the first person to hit a million followers on the social platform Bluesky, according to the platform. Other than Bluesky’s own account, Ocasio-Cortez’s ...

The Hill - 19h

Vote for BBC Sports Personality World Sport Star of the Year

Voting is now open for BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of the Year 2024 - meet the nominees and vote for your favourite.

BBC News - 14h

Israel, Hezbollah exchanging strikes despite ceasefire

Last week's ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is in a fragile spot with Israel on Monday launching its largest wave of airstrikes across Lebanon since agreeing to the deal. Israel's military ...

CBS News - 4h

Guéhi writes 'Jesus' on armband despite warning

Crystal Palace's Marc Guéhi wrote "Jesus loves you" on his rainbow-coloured captain's armband on Tuesday despite a reminder from the FA about religious messages.

ESPN - 1h

Guehi writes on rainbow armband despite FA reminder

Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi writes 'Jesus loves you' on his rainbow captain's armband for Tuesday's match at Ipswich Town.

BBC News - 27m

Octavious Jackson dies at 44: Ex-Florida State DT was member of 1999 national championship team

Jackson was allegedly trying to break up a fight when he was shot

CBS Sports - 20h

Congress faces shutdown dilemma that could mess with Trump's first 100 days

Congress faces a Dec. 20 deadline to avert a government shutdown and is expected to kick the funding fight til early 2025 when President-elect Donald Trump will be in office.

NBC News - 9h

Congress readies another funding punt ahead of pre-Christmas shutdown deadline

Politico - 1d

Congress preps for spending sprint amid Biden pardon fallout

Politico - 1d

Israel says it has been fired upon from Lebanon, despite ceasefire

Yahoo News - 1d

Pres. Biden’s pardon for Hunter was always an ‘open’ option despite public denials

President Biden issues a full and unconditional pardon of his son Hunter Biden despite repeatedly insisting he would not do so. NBC News Correspondents Ken Dilanian and Mike Memoli report on the ...

NBC News - 23h

Week 13 Takeaways: Broncos continue to win despite uncharacteristic defensive lapse

NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each game.

ESPN - 5h

Fighting resumes in eastern Congo despite ceasefire between army and rebels

Fighting between the Congolese army and the M23 rebel group has resumed in eastern Congo ahead of potential mediation talks

ABC News - 8h

Yemen's Houthis say they targeted Israel despite Lebanon ceasefire

Yahoo News - 5h

Bears president says there will be no changes at GM, Ryan Poles will be point person in coaching search

Chicago fired coach Matt Eberflus after Thanksgiving

CBS Sports - 1d

Social Science Says Disclosing ‘Unsavory Personal Information’ Is Better Than Not Telling the Truth

Authenticity is in vogue. Even so, leaders should be measured in what they disclose.

Inc. - 12h

Groups urge Congress to rein in federal bureaucracy after Supreme Court slashes agency authority

A coalition of 19 conservative and libertarian groups sent a letter to congressional leaders Wednesday urging them to act after a major Supreme Court decision clawing back federal agency power. The ...

The Hill - 11h