Senators Continue to Wait for House Lawmakers to Sort It Themselves on Spending
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Holiday spending rose 3.8%, with apparel and restaurants strong, Mastercard says
Holiday spending rose 3.8% from a year ago, topping last year’s growth, as consumers were “willing and able” to spend, if there was a good deal, Mastercard SpendingPulse said.MarketWatch - 1h -
‘I’m betting on another 22 spins around the sun’: I’m 65 and have $3.9 million. How much should I realistically spend on a house?
“I have zero debt, no upcoming tax liabilities and no inheritance on the horizon.”MarketWatch - 6h -
Oscars 2025: Will directors continue to look across the globe?
The academy's directors branch may be the most adventurous group of Oscar voters. Who will they nominate at the Oscars this year?Los Angeles Times - 15h -
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 questionsABC News - 1d -
Here's why business leaders are spending big on Trump’s inaugural committee
Top CEOs and their companies are pledging to donate millions of dollars to President-elect Donald Trump’s inaugural committee, as they seek to get on his good side and make inroads before he takes ...NBC News - 2d -
Here's why business leaders are spending big on Trump's inaugural committee
Donations to President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural committee offer a "unique opportunity" to curry favor with the White House, experts told CNBC.CNBC - 2d -
Warning signs for conservatives who want to draft Trump in their spending war
Hardliners openly admit they felt they lost every funding fight this year. They’re hoping the incoming president turns that around.Politico - 2d -
Musk pressure ‘nothing new’ for Congress, GOP senator says
Politico - 3d -
Social Security measure passes Senate, sending it to Biden
Politico - 5d -
Thune unveils Senate GOP committee assignments
Politico - 5d -
House passes government spending package after Trump, Musk fueled chaos
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House Republicans float a debt limit, spending pact deal — with themselves
Politico - 6d -
My mother is giving my son $100K for a down payment. Can she wait until the last minute to put the money in his account?
“She really doesn’t want to send it to them until they’re ready to make the purchase.”MarketWatch - 6h -
Retiring Democrat wants to make room for new generation: Some lawmakers 'just stay forever'
Rep. Annie Kuster (D-N.H.) is leaving Congress with the goal of opening doors for a younger generation in leadership. “I’m trying to set a better example,” Kuster told The Boston Globe in a report ...The Hill - 9h -
Congress has the power to block Trump from taking office, but lawmakers must act now
Democrats need to take a stand against Electoral College votes for a person disqualified by the Constitution.The Hill - 13h -
Lamar Jackson continues historic MVP push as Ravens manhandle Texans
Jackson set the NFL record for most career rushing yards and also threw a pair of touchdowns.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Israel targets Gaza hospital as lawmakers extend state of emergency
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The Evening: Signs of Trouble for Trump’s Spending Cuts
Plus, celebrating “Chrismukkah.”The New York Times - 2d -
NFL continues ratings domination with big Saturday showing, CFP first round delivers strong numbers
The CFP's four opening-round games went head-to-head with a pair of NFL games on Saturday.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
GOP lawmaker says House 'better off' without 'volatile' members
Republican Rep. Don Bacon (Neb.), who won a hotly contested general election race last month, said the House GOP will be “better off” without “volatile” lawmakers in the next Congress. Bacon did ...The Hill - 2d -
Trump won last week's spending battle on points
Donald Trump's intervention in the funding fight led to the passage of a vastly scaled-back continuing resolution, demonstrating his power and ability to disrupt the status quo, while the ...The Hill - 2d -
Cowboys' Jerry Jones wants NFL to continue playing on Christmas no matter the day: 'We're going to be there'
The NFL doesn't care what day Christmas is on; it will ensure its schedule lines up for there to be gamesCBS Sports - 2d -
Lawmakers introduce bold new policy allowing workers to take time off for extreme weather events: 'No worker must run risks'
Yahoo News - 2d -
House conservatives raised concerns about Johnson to Trump before spending fiasco
A handful of conservative House Republicans were voicing concerns about Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to President-elect Trump even before last week’s government funding fiasco, multiple sources on ...The Hill - 2d -
As the wealthy keep spending, here’s why the middle class is in for a tough 2025
Over the last year, middle-income Americans have started to behave more like lower-income consumers, an economist noted. More inflation and a tight job market in 2025 stand to increase pressure on ...MarketWatch - 2d -
'Nosferatu' continues Christmas horror tradition
'Nosferatu' continues Christmas horror traditionNBC News - 2d -
Battlegrounds, primaries and potential retirements mark the key Senate races to watch in 2026
Republicans are defending a slim Senate majority in 2026, but Democrats still have a tough fight ahead to take control of the chamber.NBC News - 2d -
Sorting Fact From Fiction as Fear Engulfs Bangladesh’s Hindus
Reports of vandalism and mob violence are real, but wilder accusations emanating from India muddy the picture.The New York Times - 2d -
Why the Cowboys will continue to start Cooper Rush over Trey Lance despite being eliminated from the playoffs
Dallas has won four of five games, but will not be in the postseasonCBS Sports - 2d -
El Salvador lawmakers overturn mining ban
President Nayib Bukele had called prohibition ‘absurd’ despite pushback from environmental and social groupsFinancial Times - 3d -
Italy's Meloni vows to continue controversial Albania migrant policy
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KAT continues to ball, Cade Cunningham makes All-Star case & Zach LaVine joins Jimmy Butler on the trade block
Vincent Goodwill and The Athletic’s James Edwards react to Karl Anthony-Towns’ fast start in New York and whether or not the Knicks can translate this into playoff success. Then, Vince and James ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Coreweave, Klarna may break IPO slump in 2025 — but OpenAI, SpaceX will wait it out
Initial public offerings may pick up the pace after a three-year slowdown, but economic headwinds and ample money to stay private could dampen the revival.MarketWatch - 3d -
College basketball rankings: Duke continues to rise in Coaches Poll, undefeated Oklahoma moves up
Undefeated Tennessee remains No. 1 in this week's Coaches PollCBS Sports - 3d -
Atlético's Hitman bursts from Spider’s shadow to end 18-year wait at Barça | Sid Lowe
Diego Simeone summons Alexander Sørloth from the bench to finish off anyone daring to hold up his title charge. The first time Diego Simeone met Alexander Sørloth, he told him he had come up with a ...The Guardian - 3d -
Naughty or Nice? Sorting NFL's projected 2024 playoff teams ahead of Christmas Day
Which clubs are for real?CBS Sports - 3d -
Gaetz floats possible bid for Rubio's Senate seat
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) openly floated the idea of running for Sen. Marco Rubio’s (R-Fla.) Senate seat during a Turning Point USA event Sunday in Arizona. “Many have asked which perch I ...The Hill - 3d -
READ: House Ethics report on Gaetz allegations
The House Ethics Committee on Monday released its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), who has faced allegations of sexual misconduct and illicit drug use, among other violations. Gaetz, who ...The Hill - 3d -
The Spy Who Didn’t Love Amazon, or Why You’ll Have to Wait for Your James Bond Fix
It’s been a minute since 007 has graced the silver screen, not because of a supervillain, but because of a conflict between the franchise producer and the tech giant’s algorithmic approach to content.Inc. - 3d -
Clutch forced fumble seals Cowboys win over Bucs as Dallas continues late-season surge
The Cowboys have now won four of their last five even though they're no longer in playoff contention. The Bucs' playoff hopes took a hit with a loss.Yahoo Sports - 4d
