Meet the Cabinet: What to know about Pam Bondi, Trump’s pick for attorney general

Canadian Cabinet ministers meet with Trump's nominee for commerce secretary in bid to avoid tariffs

Two top Canadian Cabinet ministers have met with President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for commerce secretary at Mar-a-Lago as Canada tries to avoid sweeping tariffs when Trump takes office

ABC News - 22h

Canadian Ministers Meet Trump Aides at Mar-a-Lago to Discuss Border, and Tariffs

President-elect Donald J. Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on Canadian exports unless the country stops the flow of migrants and fentanyl to the U.S.

The New York Times - 1d

Mozambique Unrest: What to Know

More than 250 people have died in this southern African nation as protesters disputing the results of the presidential election clash with the police and military.

The New York Times - 2d

What to Know About Gaza’s Humanitarian Crisis Amid Cease-Fire Push

Human rights organizations and residents describe the situation in the enclave as getting more desperate. Here is a closer look.

The New York Times - 15h

Tariff threat looms over meeting between Canadian ministers and Trump's Cabinet picks

Canadian Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc and Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly met with Howard Lutnick and Doug Burgum, Trump's picks to the lead the departments of commerce and interior, respectively.

NBC News - 21h

Trump aides meet with top Canadian officials in Florida amid icy relationship

President-elect Donald Trump's incoming administration members are set to meet with a pair of top Canadian officials in Florida as Trump continues to mock the country's Prime Minister Justin ...

CBS News - 1d

What We Know About the Plane Crash in Kazakhstan

The Embraer 190 was traveling to Grozny, Russia, but crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing 38 people onboard. Investigators are focusing on Russian air defense as the likely cause.

The New York Times - 1d

What we know about the Azerbaijan Airlines crash

The White House has said the flight may have been hit by missiles fired by a Russian air-defence system.

BBC News - 1d

What We Know About the Ship Finland Seized Over Fears of Russian Sabotage

Finland seized an oil tanker that authorities believe might have deliberately cut vital undersea cables. Finnish authorities believe the tanker may be linked to Russia.

The New York Times - 1d

What to know about returning unwanted holiday gifts

The National Retail Federation expects about 17% of sales to be returned this year.

CBS News - 1d

‘Who knows what they’re going to do?’: US cannabis industry braces itself for Trump administration

The industry looks back wistfully on a past year of promise but little delivery, and wonders what next under Trump. For those awaiting the end of cannabis prohibition in the US, 2024 began on a ...

The Guardian - 1d

Democratic strategist calls for ‘new generation of leaders’ as party plots response to Trump’s victory

Strategist who aided resurgence after Reagan urges focus on ‘fundamentals’ – but cautions against leftward drift. Republicans jubilant after winning the White House with a candidate who promised to ...

The Guardian - 1d

Israel’s attorney-general orders probe into Sara Netanyahu

Prime minister’s wife accused of harassing witnesses and obstructing justice in her husband’s corruption cases

Financial Times - 1d

What to know about the newest bills Biden signed into law

President Biden celebrated the holidays with a bill-signing blitz on Christmas Eve. The 50 measures becoming law include the "Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act," championed by Paris Hilton, the ...

CBS News - 2d

Israel's attorney general orders investigation into Netanyahu's wife

The probe will focus on the findings of a recent investigative news program on alleged actions of Sara Netanyahu, the prime minister's wife, officials said.

CBS News - 2d

Israeli attorney general wants investigation into Sara Netanyahu

Yahoo News - 2d

Israeli attorney general orders probe into report that alleged Netanyahu's wife harassed opponents

Israel’s attorney general has ordered police to open an investigation into Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife on suspicion of harassing political opponents and witnesses in the Israeli ...

ABC News - 2d

What to know about after-Christmas sales from Amazon, Walmart and more

Bargain hunters are busy amid seasonal discounts and "going out of business" sales by at least two retailing chains.

CBS News - 2d

Artemi Panarin Does Not ‘Know What To Say’ About Chris Kreider Benching

Artemi Panarin was asked about Chris Kreider getting scratched and his answer was short as he really did not know what to say.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

What to know about this year's post-holiday sales as retailers brace for returns

Millions of Americans are expected to do online shopping during their off time between Christmas and New Year's Day and in stores, several clearance products will be hitting shelves. Jordyn Holman, ...

CBS News - 2d

What to know about the Panama Canal's history amid Trump comments

Here's what to know about the United States' involvement with building and operating the Panama Canal.

CBS News - 2d

Chelsea vs. Fulham prediction, pick, lineup, odds: Where to watch Premier League, live stream, what to know

The Blues look to rebound from the draw at Everton when they host Fulham on Boxing Day

CBS Sports - 2d

Fate of Trump's Cabinet picks unclear as Republicans prepare to take power in Senate

The fate of President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet is still unclear after Republican senators spent much of December carefully dodging questions

ABC News - 3d

Looking for Private Equity (or a Merger) in 2025? Here’s What You Should Know

Trump’s deregulatory push, interest rate cuts, and the PE ‘bullwhip effect’ are expected to influence M&A in 2025.

Inc. - 3d

Five things you might not know about snow

Did you know that snow is not white? Or that it falls at three miles an hour? Sarah Keith-Lucas has these facts and more.

BBC News - 3d

NYC Subway Fire: What We Know About the Fatal Burning of a Woman

The woman, who has not been identified, died after a man set her on fire on an F train on Sunday morning. The police have charged a man from Guatemala with murder and arson.

The New York Times - 4d

What to know about FSA, HSA and maximizing contributions

Americans who still have money in their Flexible Spending Account have until Dec. 31 to spend it before they lose it. CBS News contributor Javier David discusses tips on contributing to an FSA and ...

CBS News - 4d

Everything to know about platinum and palladium, the other precious metals

Platinum and palladium can be valuable alternative investments, but their volatility could make them more risky.

CBS News - 4d

How Trump’s tariffs can generate both economic and political reform in China

If Trump is allowed by Elon Musk to stick to his guns, he can apply to China the principle he announced for his domestic opponents: “Success will be our retribution.”

The Hill - 4d

5 things to know about Trump's threats to retake the Panama Canal

President-elect Trump is sparking a new feud with Panama over an old topic: the vital maritime canal connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. What Trump is proposing would be a massive shift in ...

The Hill - 4d

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni: What you need to know

The feud between Lively and Baldoni is alleged to have started during filming of It Ends With Us.

BBC News - 4d

What is neijuan, and why is China worried about it?

The buzzword – which went viral after a student was filmed working on his laptop while riding his bicycle – reflects a mix of competitiveness and hopelessness amid China’s slowing economy. On the ...

The Guardian - 4d

Here's what to know about the Corporate Transparency Act ruling

The Corporate Transparency Act, or CTA, requires businesses to register with FINCEN, or face fines. Here's what to know.

CBS News - 5d

Meet the Cabinet: What to know about Chris Wright, Trump’s pick for secretary of energy

President-elect Donald Trump announced Chris Wright, chairman and CEO of Liberty Energy, as his choice to be his secretary of energy. NBC News campaign embed Alex Tabet takes a look into Wright’s ...

NBC News - 5d

Texas attorney general sues NCAA over transgender athletes competing in women's sports

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the NCAA, accusing the association of misleading fans by allowing transgender athletes to participate in women’s events.

NBC News - 5d

What to know about holiday travel before Christmas Day

Denver International Airport is prepared to receive Americans hoping to travel for the holidays. CBS News Colorado's Ashley Portillo has more on what's expected for those traveling this season.

CBS News - 5d

What to know about Mangione not-guilty plea on state charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder

Luigi Mangione, the suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing, entered a not-guilty plea at his arraignment on New York state murder and terrorism charges Monday. CBS News ...

CBS News - 5d

Netflix is airing 2 NFL games on Christmas Day. Here's what to know

Netflix will have one of its biggest days since the site launched in 1998 when it carries two NFL games for the first time on Christmas

ABC News - 5d

What Is It About the Doechii Aesthetic?

Intentionally visible face tape, braids as scalp-to-scalp tethers: Recent looks by the Grammy-nominated rapper have inspired fascination and at least one nail-art tribute.

The New York Times - Dec. 21

Meet the Cabinet: What to know about Pam Bondi, Trump’s pick for attorney general

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