Us Regulators Open Probe into Reports of Jeep Suvs Pickups Catching Fire

Starbucks Reverses Its Open-Door Policy for Bathroom Use and Lounging

Starbucks said visitors to the coffee shops would be required to buy something in order to use the restroom or stay in the store, as the company’s new chief executive responded to a decline in sales.

The New York Times - 8h

A pink powder is being used to fight California fires. It's getting everywhere

The bright substance blanketing areas of Los Angeles County has long been used to stop wildfires from spreading.

BBC News - 1d

Cowboys, Mike McCarthy have yet to open contract talks as current deal set to expire, per report

McCarthy's contract runs out on Tuesday and will then become coaching free agent

CBS Sports - 1d

California fires could be costliest disaster in US history, says governor

Gavin Newsom accuses Donald Trump of spreading disinformation after president-elect calls emergency response ‘incompetent’

Financial Times - 2d

US leadership in AI requires open-source diplomacy

Rather than treating open models as a threat, the new administration should embrace them as an opportunity.

The Hill - 2d

Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz give US a double threat at Australian Open

This year marks the first time in nearly 20 years that both an American man and woman are seeded in the top four of a major. Analyzing a grand slam draw before the tournament begins is a fraught ...

The Guardian - 2d

Newsom issues executive order suspending environmental regulations to help L.A. rebuild after fires

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) tells NBC News Correspondent Jacob Soboroff about the executive order he plans to sign to help people in the Los Angeles area affected by wildfires rebuild their ...

NBC News - 2d

Santa Anita racing ppd., track used for fire relief

A flare-up of the wildfire on the west side of Los Angeles that prompted new evacuations has caused Santa Anita to cancel horse racing this weekend.

ESPN - 3d

Hyundai unveils new electric SUV amid uncertainty

It's an uncertain time in the electric vehicle market, but Hyundai Motors is preparing to release a highly anticipated new electric SUV. The company's global CEO opened up about the new vehicle and ...

CBS News - 3d

The quest to catch the Cairngorms' mysterious lynx

Two cats have been captured and a search goes on for two more in the UK's largest national park.

BBC News - 3d

For TV reporters covering fires in L.A., the tragedy gets personal

Journalists telling the fire story to the nation are keeping emotions in check as they deal with the massive losses, and requests to check if friends' homes are still standing.

Los Angeles Times - 3d

Climate change parches Western US, providing fuel for fires

Climate change is making the Western United States drier, which can fuel wildfires like those affecting Los Angeles. With higher temperatures come parched landscapes full of vegetation that can ...

The Hill - 3d

Report: 49ers must hold open search to fill OC job before promoting Kubiak

While Kyle Shanahan promoted Klay Kubiak to San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator earlier this week, the NFL requires all teams to interview at least two external minority candidates.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Treasury yields jump after US jobs report smashes expectations

Bank of America says ‘gangbusters’ figures will dash hopes for further Federal Reserve rate cuts

Financial Times - 4d

'I have nothing to go back to' - reporter tells of LA fires heartbreak

Lucy Sherriff had covered fires before for the BBC - this time one reduced her own home to ash.

BBC News - 4d

US regulator plans to toughen customer protection on crypto accounts

CFPB proposes to put digital wallets under same standard as bank accounts

Financial Times - 4d

Appeals court denies effort to block release of Smith's final report on Trump probes

The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals has denied an effort to block the release of special counsel Jack Smith's final report on his two investigations into Donald Trump.

ABC News - 4d

Storied Russian SUV from Lada gets a big power boost

Yahoo News - 4d

"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home to Los Angeles fires

Ventimiglia, a 47-year-old father to be, is among the celebrities affected by the destructive blazes that broke out Tuesday morning.

CBS News - 5d

"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home in Los Angeles fires

Actor Milo Ventimiglia has revealed his family's Malibu home burnt down in the Los Angeles fires -- an eerie reflection of the tragedy that befell his character on the NBC drama series "This Is ...

CBS News - 5d

LA fires poised to be costliest blazes in US history

Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story California wildfire costs could be $52-$57B: analysis The total cost of the damage from ...

The Hill - 5d

BBC reporter assesses destruction on fire-ravaged street

At least five people have died as a result of the Eaton fire as the blaze remains 0% contained, officials say.

BBC News - 5d

Extremism in US military is ‘sleeping danger’ says author of Pentagon report

New Year’s Day attacks by US service members highlight threat, says Bishop Garrison who led DoD investigation. The decorated combat veteran who led the Biden administration’s efforts to counter ...

The Guardian - 5d

WATCH: ABC TV reporter battles ‘vicious’ winds amid LA fires

Leanne Suter, of ABC News' Los Angeles station KABC, reports from the Eaton Fire in Southern California.

ABC News - 6d

Watch: Ferocious and explosive fire burns behind CBS reporter

Flames are seen climbing trees and embers fly as wind gusts continue to fuel wildfires in LA.

BBC News - 6d

US probing Teslas over driverless feature

The U.S. government is probing Tesla over a driverless feature in its electric vehicles, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The NHTSA cited Tesla's "Smart ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Traffic has gotten way worse in these US cities, report finds

You're not imagining it. Traffic congestion worsened last year in just about every American city studied by navigation and GPS company TomTom.

The Hill - Jan. 7

3 Red Wings Catching Fire With New Coach

These Detroit Red Wings players are hot since Todd McLellan took over.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

1st human bird flu death in US reported

The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed the first human bird flu death in the United States on Monday.

ABC News - Jan. 7

Louisiana reports first human death in US from bird flu

Patient was over age 65 and reported to have underlying medical conditions, state health department says. A patient in Louisiana has become the first human in the US to die of bird flu .. The ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

Gunmen open fire on bar customers, killing 7 and wounding 5

Gunmen burst into the bar La Casita Azul and opened fire at customers, leaving bloodied bodies strewn on the floor according to local media.

CBS News - Jan. 6

Video: Plane wing catches fire during terrifying landing

Yahoo News - Jan. 5

Chiefs open practice window for starting cornerback Jaylen Watson, per report

Watson was placed on injured reserve after an injury in Week 7

CBS Sports - Jan. 3

Kohli & Smith in catch controversy

Australia's Steve Smith claims a catch that would have dismissed Virat Kohli first ball, but the officials rule in favour of the Indian batter on day one of the fifth Test.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Gunmen open fire outside New York nightclub, injuring at least 10

Police are searching for four male suspects after gunmen fired at least 30 shots outside a nightclub in Queens, New York, on Wednesday night injuring ten people. The incident is not believed to be ...

NBC News - Jan. 2

At least 10 shot outside Queens nightclub as multiple gunmen open fire

At least 10 people were shot when three to four gunmen opened fire on a group standing outside a Queens nightclub where a private event was taking place Wednesday night, the New York City Police ...

NBC News - Jan. 2

Chinese government hackers targeted US Treasury office that administers sanctions – report

Treasury disclosed hack earlier this week, with Washington Post reporting targets were Office of Foreign Assets Control and Office of Financial Research. Chinese government hackers breached the US ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2