Mcbride Advances in Bid to Become First Openly Trans House Member

Shunned and shamed, Pakistan’s trans community finally gets help for TB

Often forced into sex work, trans people are at higher risk of tuberculosis but face abuse when they seek treatment. Now screening and outreach work are helping tackle the disease. Two years ago, ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

Johannesburg’s shuttered main library becomes symbol of city in decay

One of the greatest repositories of Africana is yet to reopen four years after it was closed for restoration

Financial Times - Jan. 3

South Korean officials abandon bid to arrest impeached president after stand-off

Yoon Suk Yeol faces probe into alleged treason and abuse of power over failed attempt to impose martial law

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Biden Plans to Block Takeover Bid of U.S. Steel by Japan’s Nippon

The president’s announcement of the fate of the iconic Pennsylvania-based company, which became a contentious political issue in an election year, is expected as soon as Friday.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Parker Jones becomes social media scapegoat in Georgia's Sugar Bowl loss

A sideline interference penalty cost Georgia 15 yards, earning Parker Jones instant infamy.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

Notre Dame beats Georgia 23-10 in the Sugar Bowl and advances to CFP semifinal against Penn State in the Orange Bowl

ABC News - Jan. 2

It Took 11 Seasons, but This N.F.L. Player Is Finally Becoming a Star

Kyle Van Noy has had fractured ribs, a herniated disc, and a fractured orbital socket during his career. It has all made him more resilient.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Biden awards Presidential Citizens Medal to key members of House Jan. 6 committee

President Joe Biden awarded Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., and former Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., who served as chair and vice chair of the now-defunct House Jan. 6 committee, with the Presidential ...

NBC News - Jan. 2

Inter continue to overcome Lautaro Martinez's attacking woes, advance to Supercoppa Italiana final

The Nerazzurri managed to beat Atalanta 2-0 in the semifinals as the Argentine continues to struggle

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

Wayne Osmond, member of the singing Osmond family, dies aged 73

Utah-born singer dies at hospital after ‘massive stroke’, making him first of hugely successful US pop group to die. Wayne Osmond, the smooth baritone of pop group the Osmond Brothers and later the ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

Here’s How Mike Johnson’s Speakership Bid Could Come Undone

The House must choose a speaker before it can swear in new members and certify Donald J. Trump as the winner of the 2024 presidential election. Last time, it took four days and 15 votes.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Canadian forests becoming more prone to severe wildfires: Study

The treacherous combination of rising temperatures and dried-up fuels has made Canadian forest much more prone to severe wildfires in recent decades, a new study has found. Driving these dangerous ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

How Jensen Huang and 3 Nvidia Board Members Became Billionaires

Longtime Nvidia board member Tench Coxe is among the company’s newly minted billionaires.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Biden awards Presidential Citizens Medal to members of House Jan. 6 committee

Watch live coverage as President Biden delivers remarks and awards the Presidential Citizens Medal to several individuals, including former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney and Rep. Bennie Thompson for their ...

NBC News - Jan. 2

Colorado attorney general launches bid for governor

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser (D) announced Thursday he’s running for governor in 2026 to succeed term-limited Gov. Jared Polis (D). “There are many reasons why I’m running to lead this ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Bengals become first team in NFL history hit with this brutal scheduling quirk after being flexed in Week 18

The NFL hit the Bengals with a brutal scheduling quirk that no other team has ever had to deal with

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

Trans rights to be marquee fight for House Republicans

How the GOP is responding to Rep.-elect Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender House member, is a preview of what’s to come.

Politico - Jan. 2

Olmo's season at risk as LaLiga dismiss Barça bid

Barcelona could lose Dani Olmo for the second half of the season after LaLiga said the Catalan club are not in a position to extend the Spain international's registration ahead of Tuesday's deadline.

ESPN - Jan. 2

Can France become a global AI powerhouse?

Momentum has been slowing but the country boasts enviable technical skills and a burgeoning entrepreneurial culture

Financial Times - Jan. 2

Virgin Australia crew members allegedly raped and robbed in Fiji

Two Virgin Australia crew members were allegedly victims of rape and theft in the early hours of New Year’s Day, officials in Fiji said.

NBC News - Jan. 2

House prices rose by 4.7% in 2024, says Nationwide

Housing market activity remained "remarkably resilient" despite affordability challenges, the lender says.

BBC News - Jan. 2

Suspect questioned over alleged sexual assault of Virgin Australia flight crew member in Fiji

Airline sends support staff to Nadi after reports of assault during a night out in the early hours of 1 January. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email A suspect known to Fijian ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

Ohio State dominates Oregon to win Rose Bowl, advances in College Football Playoff

Ohio State dominated top-ranked Oregon 41-21 to win the Rose Bowl and advance in the College Football Playoff. They will next face Texas in the Cotton Bowl.

NBC News - Jan. 2

No. 6 Ohio State routs top-ranked Oregon 41-21 in the Rose Bowl, advances to CFP semifinals

No. 6 Ohio State roared into the College Football Playoff semifinals with a 41-21 victory over No. 1 Oregon in the 111th Rose Bowl

ABC News - Jan. 1

How did Scotland become a Hollywood hotspot?

From superhero blockbusters to romantic comedies, Scotland has become an increasingly familiar filming location.

BBC News - Jan. 2

Rizzi: All members of Saints safe following attack

Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi said all members of the organization are safe following a "senseless" attack early Wednesday in the French Quarter.

ESPN - Jan. 1

New Orleans City council member describes meeting officers shot in truck attack

New Orleans City Council Member Oliver Thomas spoke with CBS News' Kati Weis about his visit with the police officers who were shot during Wednesday morning's truck attack on Bourbon Street.

CBS News - Jan. 1

New Orleans city council member on bollards and the New Year's Day truck attack

New Orleans City Council Member Eugene Green spoke with CBS News' Kati Weis about the traffic bollards that were being upgraded when a driver plowed through a group on Bourbon Street early on New ...

CBS News - Jan. 1

‘It wasn’t the easiest decision’: Eagles set to rest Saquon Barkley amid record bid

Sirianni: Barkley will ‘probably be somebody that rests’ Running back is 101 yards short of NFL rushing record Saquon Barkley appears set to sit out the Philadelphia Eagles final regular-season ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1

House to vote on rule making it harder to oust speaker

The threshold that allowed a single member to trigger a no-confidence vote to remove the speaker will be increased to nine members.

CBS News - Jan. 1

Belgium becomes first EU country to ban sale of disposable vapes

Products banned on health and environmental grounds, while Milan outlaws outdoor smoking . Belgium has become the EU first country to ban the sale of disposable vapes in an effort to stop young ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1

Trump endorses Mike Johnson to remain as House Speaker

President-elect Trump rang in the new year at his Mar-a-Lago home, less than three weeks before Inauguration Day, telling reporters that he would attend President Carter’s funeral and reiterated ...

NBC News - Jan. 1