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Rahm Emanuel steps down as Japan ambassador ahead of Trump inauguration
President Biden’s ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel, will leave his position in Tokyo on Monday and return to the U.S., a traditional changing of the guard ahead of the swearing-in of a new ...The Hill - 8h -
CBS’ Jim Nantz will reach a rare broadcasting milestone when he calls his 500th NFL game Sunday
Jim Nantz has called many signature events during his nearly 40 years at CBS Sports.NBC News - 13h -
UFC fighter Viktoriia Dudakova slaps her coach after he tried to console her following TKO loss
The Russian fighter was not happy with her team at UFC Fight NightCBS Sports - 1d -
Myles Smith’s awkward moment when he first heard his song on the radio
Myles Smith’s awkward moment when he first heard his song on the radioBBC News - 2d -
DeSantis rebuffs idea he could take Rubio's Senate spot: 'Absolutely not'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) threw cold water on the idea that he could appoint himself to fill Sen. Marco Rubio’s (R-Fla.) seat, which he is vacating to become President-elect Trump's secretary ...The Hill - 2d -
Delayed firing of Tom Telesco suggests he was cleared out for next coach
On Tuesday, the Raiders fired coach Antonio Pierce but not G.M.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Trump announces new ambassador, Justice Department, VA nominees
President-elect Trump announced on Thursday his latest batch of presumptive nominees to serve in his forthcoming administration. Trump announced his pick of Christine Jack Toretti, Pennsylvania’s ...The Hill - 3d -
Trudeau says he joked about a trade for Vermont or California when Trump raised annexing Canada
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he jokingly suggested a trade for Vermont or California in response to President-elect Donald Trump's signaling an interest in annexing Canada.NBC News - 3d -
Laken Riley Act overwhelmingly clears first hurdle in Senate with help from Democrats
The Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly cleared a key procedural hurdle toward passing the Laken Riley Act, a bill aimed at curbing crime by migrants, in the first vote of the year by the chamber. ...The Hill - 3d -
Can Low Unemployment Last Under Trump?
Hiring has slowed, but joblessness remains at levels defying economic norms. Big policy changes under a new administration could test that resilience.The New York Times - 3d -
Zelenskyy urges western allies ‘not to drop ball’ when Trump returns
Ukrainian leader appeals for sustained military support as US president-elect seeks ‘new chapter’ in Europe. Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged Ukraine’s western allies “not to drop the ball” and to ...The Guardian - 3d -
How Pamela Anderson made herself the 'hero' of her own story — and of 'The Last Showgirl'
In this episode of The Envelope, 'The Last Showgirl' star Pamela Anderson reflects on her life in the spotlight and John Magaro delves into the making 'September 5.'Los Angeles Times - 3d -
American Airlines’ Ex-CEO Always Follows This 1 Ironclad Rule When He Flies. You Should, Too
Doug Parker, a 20-year airline industry veteran, shares the one rule he and his family always follow when they fly.Inc. - 3d -
Elon Musk’s rage-fests on X make it clear that he wants something. I think I know what it is | Emma Brockes
The billionaire appears to have a David Brent-like desire to be seen as an entertainer. Please let him get back to conquering Mars. What, as they say, is Elon Musk’s deal? There will be a lot of ...The Guardian - 3d -
Justice Alito says there was no discussion of Trump's pending case when the two spoke
The call took place a day before Trump asked the Supreme Court to halt his sentencing, though Samuel Alito said they did not discuss the emergency application.NBC News - 4d -
Live updates: Trump, senators talk agenda
President-elect Trump arrived late Wednesday afternoon at the Capitol, along with former first lady Melania Trump. Both stopped in the Rotunda to pay their respects to former President Carter, who ...The Hill - 4d -
Sam Altman’s Younger Sister Files Lawsuit Claiming He Sexually Abused Her
OpenAI’s chief executive and founder denies the allegations, which are similar to claims his sister has long made online.The New York Times - 4d -
Senators introduce measure making daylight saving time year-round standard
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) reintroduced legislation to make daylight saving time year-round on Tuesday, touting bipartisan support for the measure. “I hear from Americans constantly that they are ...The Hill - 4d -
Lisa Kudrow discovered a hidden note from Matthew Perry in a gift he gave her
Lisa Kudrow revealed she recently discovered a hidden gift from Matthew Perry — a note from her late friend and co-star that was left for her in an iconic “Friends” prop. Appearing on an episode of ...NBC News - 4d -
Cartel threatens to kill famed singer: "Last time you will receive a warning"
Photos of a banner threatening the lives of Natanael Cano and several other artists circulated on social media over the weekend.CBS News - 4d -
CFTC chair to step down when Trump takes office
The chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is slated to resign on Jan. 20, coinciding with President-elect Trump’s inauguration, leaving a vacancy for the federal regulatory ...The Hill - 5d -
GOP senator: Biden's eleventh-hour actions 'slap in the face' to Trump voters
Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) says that President Biden’s moves in the final days of his presidency to ban offshore drilling, grant clemency to hundreds of Americans convicted of crimes, and ...The Hill - 5d -
How ‘Tariff Man’ Trump Might Start Slowly When He Imposes Import Duties
Trump aides are reportedly discussing a plan to restrict pledged duties on all imports to an initial list of products considered critical to national security, reducing the risk of resurgent ...Inc. - 5d -
Hims & Hers donates $1 million to Trump's inauguration fund
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Meta both announced $1 million donations, and Amazon and Apple CEO Tim Cook have also reportedly contributed.CNBC - 5d -
Axelrod: 'Pretty clear' Trump has no desire to work with Democrats
Veteran Democratic strategist David Axelrod says it is “pretty clear” President-elect Trump has no desire to work with Democrats on bipartisan solutions, pointing to Trump's social media posts and ...The Hill - 5d -
Controversial Trump picks like Sebastian Gorka likely to bypass Senate scrutiny
Sebastian Gorka failed security screenings during Trump's first term, but could return as White House counterterrorism chief.CBS News - 5d -
Trump to meet with Senate Republicans on Wednesday
President-elect Trump will be on Capitol Hill on Wednesday at the invitation of Senate Republican leadership, according to three sources familiar with the invitation. GOP leaders haven’t released ...The Hill - 6d -
Key senator says Trump pick RFK Jr. 'wrong' on vaccines
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story GOP senator says Trump pick RFK Jr. ‘wrong’ on vaccines Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy (La.), the incoming chair ...The Hill - 6d -
Novak Djokovic still feels trauma when he travels to Australia because of his deportation in 2022
Novak Djokovic says he still feels a bit of trauma when he travels to AustraliaABC News - 6d -
Morning Report — Senate GOP leader eyes Trump tutorial
In today’s issue: © The Associated Press | J. Scott Applewhite Senate GOP leader eyes Trump tutorial President-elect Trump exults in the power he envisions with Republican control of the White ...The Hill - 6d -
Harris readies to certify Trump’s election win – and her decisive defeat
Kamala Harris is readying on Monday to certify the 2024 election results, affirming President-elect Trump’s victory as well as her decisive defeat to him after a whirlwind run for ...The Hill - 6d -
Thune says he'll help Trump understand "what's realistic" in the Senate
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said he's committed to helping Donald Trump "achieve success" when he returns to the White House.CBS News - Jan. 5 -
Americans know little about Thune as he prepares to lead Senate GOP: Survey
Americans know very little about the new Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) as he prepares to lead the Senate that will operate under a Republican majority, according to a survey that was ...The Hill - Jan. 5 -
Trump announces Middle East appointment: Hopefully she's learned her lesson
President-elect Trump tapped Morgan Ortagus, a former State Department spokesperson, to serve as deputy special presidential envoy for Middle East peace in his next administration. Trump noted in ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Cops Say Man Was Playing Video Games While Driving 107MPH When He Was Busted
A Missouri man was busted by cops after getting caught driving 107mph while playing video games behind the wheel, authorities said.. The Claycomo Police Department said in a release that the man, ...GameSpot - Jan. 3 -
He Wasn’t a ‘Bot,’ but Quickly Became Her Partner
Veronica Fitzpatrick and Kevin Fay met through the dating app Hinge in November 2022, and less than a year later, they became engaged.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Trump announces new treasury and ambassador nominees
President-elect Trump announced several appointments for his Treasury Department and choices for ambassadors for two European countries. In multiple Thursday Truth Social posts, Trump outlined who ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Trump claims a mandate, but he won’t have much time to fulfill it
The vanquished party is always one election away from redemption.The Hill - Jan. 1
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