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Democrats slam Kevin McCarthy over his vow to remove them from committees
Three House Democrats swiftly pushed back at Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy's threat to strip them of their committee assignments if he is elected speaker. After Republicans narrowly won control of the House in the midterm elections, McCarthy this weekend doubled down on his pledge to remove several prominent House Democrats from their committee assignments if he becomes speaker.
Paul Ryan calls himself a 'never-again-Trumper' and says Republicans will lose in 2024 with Trump on ticket
Former House Speaker Paul Ryan said Republicans would lose in 2024 if they backed Donald Trump for president.
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DeSantis closes gap with Trump in new poll
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) is closing the once-yawning polling gap with former President Trump as he inches closer to a 2024 White House bid. A new Harvard CAPS-Harris Poll survey shared exclusi…
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Gay bar shooting suspect faces murder, hate crime charges
Hundreds of people have gathered in a Colorado Springs park to honor five people killed and 17 wounded in a weekend shooting at a gay nightclub.
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Supreme Court dismisses challenge to Texas state legislative maps | CNN Politics
The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a challenge to Texas state legislative maps that critics say intentionally dilute minority voting power and result in an illegal racial gerrymander.
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Prosecution rests in Trump Organization tax fraud case
Prosecutors in the Trump Organization’s criminal tax fraud trial have rested their case. They are pinning their hopes for convicting Donald Trump’s company largely on the word of two top executives who cut deals before testifying that they schemed to avoid taxes on company-paid perks.
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Ukraine nuclear power plant attacked by Russia, worker tells CBS News, as IAEA warns of "close call"
"We were fortunate a potentially serious nuclear incident did not happen. Next time, we may not be so lucky," the IAEA chief warned.
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Ilhan Omar, Eric Swalwell hit back at McCarthy over pledge to block them from House committees
Reps. Ilhan Omar and Eric Swalwell lashed out at Republican Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy for pledging to block them from serving on House committees next Congress.
Trump White House bid has hardly any Senate GOP support
Only one Republican senator has announced publicly that he will support former-President Trump’s 2024 reelection bid, a sign of the uphill battle Trump faces in his quest to win the Republican pres…
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Ukraine to civilians: Leave liberated areas before winter
Ukrainian authorities are evacuating civilians from liberated areas in the southern Kherson and Mykolaiv regions.
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Colorado LGBTQ club shooting: Suspect used legally purchased assault-style rifle
A suspect is in custody after five people were killed and 17 were injured in a shooting at Club Q, an LGBTQ nightclub in Colorado Springs, officials said.
Twitter reinstates Marjorie Taylor Greene’s personal account
Twitter reinstated the personal account for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) Monday, reversing the ban put in place in January over Greene violating the platform’s COVID-19 misinformation policy…
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Russia's 'General Armageddon' under pressure to deliver on battlefield after retreat
Russia's leading war hawks rallied behind the humiliating decision for Moscow's forces to retreat from the Ukrainian city of Kherson this month, but the commander who argued in favour of the move is now under growing pressure to prove it was worth it.
Russia to build attack drones for Ukraine war with the help of Iran, intelligence assessment says | CNN Politics
Iran and Russia have reached an agreement to begin the production of attack drones in Russia, according to a new intelligence assessment from a country that closely monitors Iran’s weapons program.
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Ocasio-Cortez, Democrats slam Boebert for tweet offering ‘prayers’ after Club Q shooting
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) joined dozens of other lawmakers in slamming a message from Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) mourning the victims of a deadly shooting at an LGBTQ nightclub in C…
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The 2024 Senate battle has begun and the electoral map does not favor Democrats
West Virginia, Montana, Ohio and Arizona are considered the most vulnerable Democrat-held seats as Republicans look ahead to the next battle for the Senate.
Georgia court declines to halt Saturday early runoff voting
A Georgia appeals court ruling means that counties can offer early voting this coming Saturday in the U.S. Senate runoff election between Democratic Sen.
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Anti-abortion groups blame GOP silence for election defeat
The divisions among anti-abortion groups and Republican leaders threaten to undercut a movement that for decades has shaped party platforms, tipped the scales in primaries, and helped steer the federal judiciary rightward.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 271
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 271st day, we take a look at the main developments.
GOP's lackluster fundraising spurs post-election infighting
Republicans are engaged in a round of finger-pointing as both parties sift through the results of Democrats’ stronger-than-expected showing in the midterm elections.
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Maricopa County elections official moved to undisclosed location on Election Day due to threats | CNN Politics
Maricopa County Board of Supervisors Chairman Bill Gates was moved to an undisclosed location on Election Day due to threats to his safety, his spokesperson on Monday confirmed to CNN.
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Top U.S. House Republican McCarthy plans special committee on China
Kevin McCarthy, the Republican leader in the U.S. House of Representatives, said on Sunday he would form a select committee on China if he is elected speaker of the chamber, accusing the Biden administration of not standing up to Beijing.
Juan Williams: McConnell wins Round One over Trump
Let’s get ready to rumble. The fight for the future of the broken Republican Party now comes down to a cage match between Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and former President T…
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Obama to campaign for Warnock on Dec. 1 before Ga. runoff
Former President Barack Obama will campaign again for Sen. Raphael Warnock as the Georgia Democrat tries to withstand a strong challenge from Republican Herschel Walker.
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Progressives, once skeptical of Biden, rally around his chief of staff
Once-sidelined liberals see Ron Klain as a critical conduit between them and the West Wing.
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Biden opens holidays, pardons turkeys Chocolate and Chip
It's holiday time at the White House, and President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, are plunging into the season.
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Man injured in Colorado mass shooting says he'll go back to Club Q, a place he's called home
The Colorado Springs shooting at an LGBTQ nightclub, Club Q, has been declared a hate crime. A witness and mother of a victim speak out.
10 million Ukrainians without power, Kyiv says; Evidence of 'gross sabotage' found at Nord Stream blast site
The U.N. warns that a greater humanitarian crisis lies ahead for Ukraine.
Raphael Warnock spent $1M in campaign cash on security despite dark money 'defund police' ties
EXCLUSIVE — Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-GA) has shelled out large sums in campaign money this election cycle for security despite him having close ties to liberal dark money groups aligned with the "defund police" movement, filings show.
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Cold and dark: Kyiv readies for 'worst winter of our lives'
The lack of electricity turned Anastasia Pyrozhenko’s apartment into a deathtrap. Without electricity, there’s no water and no way to cook food, and the woman and her husband won’t even have time to run to the shelter from their 21st floor in the event of missile strikes, because the elevator isn’t
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Biden’s ‘pandemic is over’ comment comes back to haunt him as he seeks $10B in new COVID funding
Republicans are signaling opposition to President Biden's request for another $10 billion in funding to fight COVID, two months after Biden said the pandemic is over.
South Carolina Supreme Court agrees to hear appeal by former Trump White House aide Mark Meadows to block grand jury subpoena
A Georgia grand jury is investigating possible crimes related to efforts by Donald Trump and others to overturn the 2020 election of President Joe Biden.
'It's over': Twitter France's head quits amid layoffs
Twitter Inc's head of French operations, Damien Viel, said he was quitting the social media platform, whose new owner Elon Musk recently fired top executives and enforced steep job cuts at the company.
Indonesian quake kills at least 162 and injures hundreds
An earthquake has toppled buildings on Indonesia’s densely populated main island, killing at least 162 people and injuring hundreds.
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1 dead, 17 hospitalized after SUV crashes into Apple Store in Massachusetts
Authorities have opened a criminal investigation into the incident, District Attorney Tim Cruz confirmed on Monday.
www.cbsnews.comSEC chair riles Wall Street, Republicans — even some Democrats
The SEC chair has drawn widespread ire thanks to an ambitious regulatory agenda poised to shake up much of corporate America.
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White House helping defeated Dems find jobs after congressional losses
President Biden's administration is helping to find new jobs for Democratic lawmakers and staffers who lost their midterm elections and gave Republicans control of the House.
Former MSNBC host hires lawyer after her dismissal from network: Report
Tiffany Cross, whose contract was not renewed at MSNBC, is now reportedly looking to sue the network over her departure.
www.washingtonexaminer.comDemocrats confront bleak odds for immigration deal before 2023
Party leaders are pushing hard for legislation aiding the undocumented population known as "Dreamers" before Republicans take the House. But GOP senators have little interest.
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Jayapal: Biden should run for reelection
Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) is coming down strongly on the side of those who think President Biden should run for a second White House term in 2024. “He was not…
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‘Master of Silly Business’ among 5 dead in Colorado shooting
Daniel Aston would let loose on a typical night at Club Q in Colorado Springs as a bartender and entertainer, sliding across the stage on all fours.
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Why Disney brought back Bob Iger and booted his handpicked replacement
Bob Chapek's rocky tenure came to an abrupt end Sunday. Bob Iger, his popular predecessor, takes the reins once again.
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In quest to get Trump, secrecy strikes again
IN QUEST TO GET TRUMP, SECRECY STRIKES AGAIN. Think back five years to the frenzy of news reporting and commentary over what was called Trump-Russia "collusion" — the allegation that the 2016 Trump campaign conspired with Russia to fix the presidential election. Most of the coverage, and especially…
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Democrats split on whether Biden's age makes him too old for White House or the 'Tom Brady’ of politics
Many Democrats say President Biden is too old to run again in 2024, but others are defending him, as the White House insists he will seek re-election in two years.
California announces end of ‘peak fire season’ after subdued year
The US state’s latest season bucks climate change-induced trend of wildfires that have grown in scope and intensity.
Biden sending federal aid as NY digs out from huge snowstorm
President Joe Biden is sending federal aid to western New York to help state and local authorities clean up from the massive storm that dumped more than 6 feet of snow in western and northern New York.
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Senate Democrats restart talks to try to help DACA recipients during lame-duck session | CNN Politics
Senate Democrats are racing against the clock to try to strike an agreement with Republicans to provide a pathway to citizenship for recipients of the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.
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Consumers could pay price if railroads, unions can't agree
Consumers could quickly start seeing higher gas prices and shortages of some of their favorite groceries if railroads aren’t able to agree on contracts with al 12 of their unions ahead of next month’s deadline after the latest rejection vote Monday.
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4 people found dead following reported hostage situation in Oklahoma
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation said the deaths are being investigated as homicide. One other person was wounded.
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Lawmakers seek to end slavery for the incarcerated, which is legal in most states
Story at a glance Rep. Nikema Williams (D-Ga.) and Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) have offered legislation called the Abolition Amendment. The legislation from Williams and Merkley would amend the 13th…
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As Biden ramps up for a Trump rematch, Democrats worry he'd lose to another Republican | CNN Politics
Top Democrats see Republicans’ unenthusiastic greeting of Donald Trump’s third White House bid with a combination of schadenfreude and perhaps some other German word for terrifying, unintended consequences: They love seeing the former president struggle, but privately some tell CNN they worry...
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US seeks expansion of military presence in Philippines
U.S. and Philippine officials say the United States is seeking an expansion of its military presence in the Philippines.
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Obama to campaign for Warnock before Georgia Senate runoff
Former President Barack Obama will once again return to the Peach State to campaign for Sen. Raphael Warnock ahead of a December runoff election. The runoff was triggered under Georgia law despite Warnock leading Walker by about 36,000 votes.
Who is Rob Schenck: Can the man behind the bombshell 2014 Supreme Court leak be trusted?
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito denied any allegation that he revealed in advance the decision of a 2014 case surrounding contraceptives and religious rights after a former anti-abortion activist said he learned of the final decision weeks before its announcement.
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NASA capsule buzzes moon, last big step before lunar orbit
NASA's Orion capsule has reached the moon, whipping around the far side and passing within about 80 miles.
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Dueling probes into Trump and Biden could define the 2024 campaign | CNN Politics
A storm of investigations targeting leaders of both political parties will shape the 2024 campaign, but risks angering voters who just showed their frustration with their priorities being ignored.
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Pentagon promotes critical race theory, gender identity 'insanity': GOP report
The U.S. military has popularized critical race theory and gender identity ideologies within its ranks in response to diversity initiatives launched by the Biden administration.
Ukraine says will look into alleged shooting video
In the nearly nine-month invasion, Moscow’s forces have committed widespread abuses and alleged war crimes, according to the U.N., rights groups and journalists.
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Gov. Baker says Washington's 'inability' to fix immigration will cost Massachusetts $139 million
Massachusett's Gov. Charlie Baker is once again asking for assistance with the strain migrants have place on the state's shelter system, this time in the form of $139 million.
Photos: Indonesia quake kills scores, reduces homes to rubble
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake killed more than 160 people and injured hundreds in Indonesia’s West Java province on Monday.
Jan. 6 sedition trial of Oath Keepers founder goes to jury
Hundreds of people have been convicted in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol that left dozens of officers injured, sent lawmakers running for their lives and shook the foundations of American democracy.
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Egypt hails el-Sisi, Erdogan handshake as new beginning in ties
The two leaders ‘confirmed the depth of historical ties between the two countries’, the Egyptian presidency says.
Rail union rejects Biden deal, sets stage for December strike
Members of a key rail union voted to reject a tentative contract agreement negotiated by the Biden administration, raising the risk of a strike that would shut down the nation’s railroads. Tr…
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Paul Ryan invents a new category of anti-Trumpism | CNN Politics
You know all about the “Never Trumpers” – that rump group of Republicans who have loudly spoken out against former President Donald Trump and what he has done to the GOP.
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Why 218 may not be the magic number for Kevin McCarthy to become speaker
Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has already positioned himself as the next House speaker for when Republicans take control of the lower chamber next year, unveiling his party’s agenda and announcing plans to remove high-profile Democrats from their committee assignments.
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Why the GOP's Biden probes could backfire
And while some of Biden’s critics say it’s time for the octogenarian to step aside, his allies believe that he’s ready for another go in 2024.
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Feds offer $1B to keep California's last nuclear plant open
The Biden administration has announced preliminary approval to spend up to $1.1 billion to help keep California’s last operating nuclear power plant running.
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What is at stake in Georgia's U.S. Senate runoff?
For the second time in less than two years, a U.S. Senate race in Georgia will go to a runoff - this time between incumbent Democrat Raphael Warnock and his Donald Trump-backed Republican challenger Herschel Walker.
NBA champion Golden State Warriors are sued over FTX collapse
The Golden State Warriors were sued on Monday by an FTX customer who accused the reigning National Basketball Association champions of fraudulently promoting the now-bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange.
Millions of lives under threat in Ukraine this winter - WHO
Millions are at risk as winter sets in as many are without power, a WHO official warns.
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Oil rebounds from early plunge after Saudis deny OPEC+ output report
Oil prices rebounded from early losses on Monday after Saudi Arabia denied a report it was discussing an increase in oil supply with OPEC and its allies.
Here’s how many hours Americans need to work to make rent: Zillow
Story at a glance A new report revealed that American workers making an average hourly wage must work more hours than before the pandemic to cover the typical monthly rent. Workers need to w…
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Lawmakers urge action after report of other high court leak
The Senate Judiciary Committee chairman is among those urging action in response to a report that a former anti-abortion leader knew in advance the outcome of a 2014 Supreme Court case involving health care coverage of contraception.
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Two Estonian citizens arrested in $575 mln cryptocurrency fraud, money laundering scheme
Two Estonian citizens were arrested in Tallinn, Estonia, on an 18-count indictment for their alleged involvement in a $575 million cryptocurrency fraud and money laundering conspiracy, the U.S. Justice Department said on Monday.
Arizona election official in hiding after receiving death threats
An Arizona election official has been forced into hiding after receiving death threats for his handling of the 2022 midterm elections.
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'Window-shopping' GOP elites weigh Trump -- and the alternatives -- at high-profile Vegas gathering | CNN Politics
Former President Donald Trump and his likely 2024 challengers are set to address the Republican Jewish Coalition this weekend in the first major gathering of GOP establishment since the party’s lower-than-expected results in this month’s midterms.
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Mike Hollins, UVA football player wounded in shooting that killed 3 teammates, gets out of hospital
Brenda Hollins, the mother of running back Mike Hollins, tweeted: "Mike has been discharged!!! HALLELUJAH."
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100M euros pledged to Moldova, hit hard by war in Ukraine
French President Emmanuel Macron said more than 100 million euros was raised at a donors conference on Monday to help assist Europe’s poorest country, Moldova, which is suffering massive blackouts, an acute energy crisis, heavy refugee flows and potential security threats from the war in neighboring
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Top CNN programming boss to exit network
Michael Bass, a top programming executive at CNN, is leaving the outlet, CEO Chris Licht confirmed on Monday. “Throughout his nearly decade-long run at this organization, Michael has demonstr…
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Activists plan Thanksgiving protest at Plymouth Rock against 'genocide' of indigenous people
Activists will gather for the 53rd National Day of Mourning at Plymouth Rock this Thanksgiving to protest "racism" and "genocide" of indigenous people.
Europe rushes to fill up on Russian diesel before ban begins
European traders are rushing to fill tanks in the region with Russian diesel before an EU ban begins in February, as alternative sources remain limited.
Idaho college murders: Police say no evidence victim had stalker
Authorities said they are aware of reports that one of the slain University of Idaho students, 21-year-old Kaylee Goncalves, had a stalker.
Disney blindsided Chapek with CEO decision after reaching out to Iger on Friday
Disney's board reached out Bob Iger on Friday over concerns about the company's soft earnings report this month.
Doctors struggle with exceptions to abortion bans
In states with abortion bans, people experiencing pregnancy complications can be caught in medical and legal limbo.
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'No fowl play': Biden makes fun of Republicans at Thanksgiving turkey pardoning
President Joe Biden poked fun at Republicans for their midterm elections performance as he pardoned this year's national Thanksgiving turkeys, Chocolate and Chip.
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Shunned by the West, Russia’s IT sector goes on the defensive
Russia has tried to stem a brain drain by offering IT workers new benefits, but some fear the industry is doomed.
Biggest rail union rejects contract, raising possibility of nationwide strike during holidays
The SMART Transportation Division voted down a tentative contract.
In Brazil, Twitter users fear effect of Musk’s rule
Experts are concerned about the billionaire’s monetisation and moderation plans and a lack of social media regulation.
Former acting solicitor general expects Trump to be indicted by special counsel
Former acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal said he expects former President Trump to be indicted by a special counsel appointed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) to oversee two federal investigat…
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The case for a Hunter Biden special counsel in wake of Trump investigation
Republicans led by Donald Trump are renewing their calls for Attorney General Merrick Garland to appoint a special counsel into Hunter Biden following a move to appoint one to investigate the former president.
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Man who threatened New York City synagogue had gun and hunting knife, was not 'idle threat': Mayor
Christopher Brown allegedly threatened to "shoot up a synagogue and die."
Here are the oldest US presidents to ever hold office
Story at a glance President Biden turned 80 on Sunday. Should Biden run for re-election in 2024 and win, he would be 86 years old at the end of his second term. Former President Trump,…
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Explainer: Ukrainian nuclear plant shelled: Here's what we know
Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, which is under Russian control, was rocked by shelling on Sunday, drawing condemnation from the U.N. nuclear watchdog which said such attacks risked a major disaster.
NASA's Orion spacecraft makes its closest approach to the moon as part of Artemis mission | CNN
NASA’s Orion spacecraft passed about 80 miles (130 kilometers) above the lunar surface early Monday, a monumental moment in the mission designed to test the US space agency’s ability to one day return astronauts to the moon.
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Disney shares rise after Iger replaces Chapek as CEO
Investors approved of Disney's decision to replace Bob Chapek as CEO with his predecessor, Bob Iger.
Saudi Arabia denies report it is discussing oil production increase
Saudi officials on Monday denied reports the kingdom is backtracking on planned cuts to oil production after The Wall Street Journal reported Riyadh is mulling an increase. “It is well known, and n…
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How to help Colorado Springs mass shooting victims, families
With 19 people injured during the Colorado Springs mass shooting this weekend and countless families impacted, here's how you can help the victims.
FIFA quashes LGBTQ armband support at World Cup with yellow card threat
Seven European teams competing at the FIFA World Cup scrapped plans to wear rainbow-printed armbands in support of LGBTQ rights, citing threats from FIFA to impose sanctions if the players went thr…
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Off-duty Vermont sheriff's deputy shot multiple times by police after gunfight in New York
The deputy and a man from Utica, New York, had exchanged gunfire around 3 a.m. Sunday when Saratoga Springs Police ran onto the scene, ordered the deputy to drop his weapon, and shot him several times.
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Key takeaways from the COP27 climate summit in Egypt
This year's U.N. climate summit featured visits by world leaders, proposals by business leaders, and negotiations by nearly 200 nations about the future of global action on climate change.
Iran protests: Security forces intensify deadly crackdown in Kurdish areas
Machine guns on trucks have been seen heading to one city, amid reports of dozens killed in a week.
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This crypto cold storage stock could more than double following the FTX collapse, JPMorgan says
Investors are looking for alternatives after the FTX debacle highlighted the drawbacks involved in holding digital assets on an exchange.
Thanksgiving travelers could run into weather trouble on both coasts | CNN
While the weather may start off mostly tranquil this week, a nor’easter could snarl travel after Thanksgiving.
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Tell us who’s shaking up race, politics and policy in America
POLITICO will highlight 40 people who had the biggest impact in 2022 — and we want your help choosing who should be on our next Recast Power List.
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Club Q Colorado shooting: Attack was ended by dad and show performer
An army veteran describes flooring the suspect and urging a performer at the LGBT venue to kick him.
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White House to prioritize finding jobs for Democrats who lost their midterm elections: Report
White House chief of staff Ron Klain has requested the Presidential Personnel Office to find jobs within the Biden administration for Democrats who were ousted from their House seats in the midterm cycle, according to reports.
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"Unprecedented": IAEA head on the current threat of nuclear catastrophe in Ukraine
Rafael Mariano Grossi, head of the U.N.'s nuclear watchdog, tells Lesley Stahl about the situation at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, which has been shelled repeatedly since March.
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Biden opens holidays, pardoning turkeys Chocolate and Chip
For the second time, the president played his part in the 75-year tradition of issuing a presidential pardon to keep a pair of turkeys off the holiday dinner table.
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Why are Schiff, Swalwell, and Omar on McCarthy's hit list to lose committee assignments?
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) is threatening to remove a handful of Democrats from their committee assignments once the GOP takes control of the House in January should the California Republican be elected House speaker.
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Gay club shooting suspect evaded Colorado’s red flag gun law
“We need heroes beforehand — parents, co-workers, friends who are seeing someone go down this path,” said Colorado state Rep. Tom Sullivan.
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Senate Democrat calls on Biden to hold Saudi crown prince ‘accountable’ after immunity decision
Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) is urging President Biden to hold Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman “accountable” for the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, criticizing the administration’s choice …
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Iran players decline to sing national anthem
Iran decline to sing their national anthem before their World Cup match with England in apparent expression of support of anti-government protests in their homeland.
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Gisele Fetterman blasts portrayal as her husband's puppeteer: 'The right wing hates women'
Gisele Fetterman, the wife of Sen.-elect John Fetterman (D-PA), is fighting back against criticism by claiming "the right wing hates women."
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Seven European World Cup captains ditch OneLove armband following FIFA pressure
The captains of England, Wales, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany and Denmark will not wear 'OneLove' armbands at the World Cup under pressure from FIFA, their associations said in a joint statement on Monday.
No thaw in tariffs after U.S.-China meetings
Many business groups remain eager for relief.
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Humans will live on the moon "in this decade," NASA official says
"We're going to be sending people down to the surface and they're going to be living on that surface and doing science," NASA official Howard Hu said.
www.cbsnews.comA major step toward dispensaries
The Cannabis Control Board is slated to take up some conditional adult-use retail dispensary license applications when it meets this morning.
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Jen Psaki dealt a blow in free speech court case
Former White House press secretary Jen Psaki was dealt a legal blow Friday in her bid to quash a subpoena pertaining to a free speech case championed by Big Tech skeptics.
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DraftKings says no evidence systems were breached following report of a hack
The company said it has identified less than $300,000 of customer funds that were affected by unusual activity.
New York schools embrace thousands of migrant children with needs beyond the classroom
New York City public schools have enrolled more than 7,200 children this year who were placed in repurposed hotels or homeless shelters with their parents.
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Russia-Ukraine updates: Kyiv says found Kherson torture sites
Ukraine news from November 21: Ukrainian authorities say they found suspected torture sites in Kherson city.
GOP faces choice in House Homeland race: Target border crisis or investigate Biden
The next leader of the House Homeland Security Committee will determine whether Republicans aggressively beef up border security and strive to end the record-high influx of illegal immigrants or hold the Biden administration's feet to the fire for its actions since taking office.
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Supreme Court takes Jack Daniel's case against dog toy maker
Whiskey maker alleges "Bad Spaniels" toy infringes on company trademark by parodying its signature bottle.
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Key lessons we learned from Covid that scientists are now applying to the flu
For nearly three years, the medical and scientific world scrutinized Covid. That research helped experts gain a new understanding of a much older virus: the flu.
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3 ways you may be able to boost your vaccine response
The most important thing is to get vaccinated no matter the circumstances, doctors say.
China's Guangzhou locks down millions in 'zero-COVID' fight
The southern Chinese metropolis of Guangzhou has locked down its largest district as it tries to tamp down a major COVID-19 outbreak, suspending public transit and requiring residents to present a negative test if they want to leave their homes.
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OR Gov. Kate Brown tests positive for COVID-19 after trip to Vietnam
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown and her husband contracted coronavirus after attending the Vietnam-United States Trade Forum overseas. The governor says they are recuperating at home.
1 dead, at least 16 hurt after SUV crashes into Massachusetts Apple store
The vehicle went straight through to the back of the store in Hingham, pinning some shoppers and employees against the wall
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Beijing facing 'most severe Covid test' as China reports first deaths in six months
Three deaths have been reported in Beijing where cases have been rising despite China's strict zero-Covid policy.
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Leader of the Madres de Plaza de Mayo in Argentina dies at 93
Hebe de Bonafini became a human rights campaigner when her two sons were arrested and disappeared under Argentina’s military dictatorship.
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Poll: 1 in 7 parents have not talked about vaccines with their child’s doctor
Some parents have completely avoided talking about their children’s vaccines during the pandemic, new research shows. One in seven parents in the United States say they have not talked about vaccin…
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The Social Security Administration told POLITICO that roughly 44,000 disability claims have referenced a prior Covid infection, though it is not necessarily the reason for the application.
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Wall Street slips as concerns rise of stricter China COVID curbs
Investors fear China could resume stricter measures to fight COVID after it said it faces its most severe test of the pandemic.
Opinion | Adele reminds us how Vegas made artist residencies cool
Unlike other more legendary big names who have secured a steady residency gig, the singer is still at the top of her game, with stratospheric record sales.
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