Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman has declared he will not support the confirmations of Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence and RFK Jr as health secretary. Fetterman, who previously faced backlash for backing Pam Bondi, emphasized his careful consideration of the stakes involved in these nominations. Both Gabbard and Kennedy Jr were subjects of skepticism in their hearings.
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Before founding Microsoft, Bill Gates experienced a humbling moment at Harvard, realizing some peers were better at math than him. Despite this, his drive and quest for challenges never waned. Gates eventually left Harvard to co-found Microsoft, leading to immense success. Notably, he solved the 'pancake problem,' impressing with his brilliance.
President-elect Donald Trump provoked controversy by refusing to extend Christmas greetings to federal death-row inmates whose sentences were commuted by President Joe Biden. Trump harshly criticized the clemency decision, telling the inmates to 'GO TO HELL.' He also addressed international issues, targeting China, Canada, and promoting US interests in the Panama Canal and Greenland.
Hamas officials accused Israel of delaying aid deliveries to Gaza, impacting the truce and hostage exchange deal, which Israel denied as "fake news." The deal, mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the US, hinges on the release of hostages and prisoners, with aid trucks entering Gaza. Amid the ongoing war and destruction, displaced Palestinians, including over 376,000 returning to northern Gaza, face severe challenges. US President Trump claims credit for the agreement, with Netanyahu invited to the... Expand
Federal agents have discovered over 150 explosive devices and arrested Virginia man Brad Spafford for possessing an unregistered short-barreled rifle. The investigation, initiated by a neighbor's tip, uncovered Spafford's extensive collection and far-right extremist beliefs, marking the FBI's biggest find of 'finished explosive devices.'
A South Korean court has overturned the impeachment of Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and reinstated him as acting president. Han assumed the role after President Yoon Suk Yeol was impeached for imposing martial law, leading to a major political crisis. The constitutional court has yet to decide on Yoon's impeachment.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum declared Mexico will not tolerate any invasion of its sovereignty following the US designation of drug cartels as terrorist organizations. She emphasized collaboration, not subordination, and hinted at expanded legal actions against US gunmakers. Rising tensions involve increased drug seizures and troop deployments as both nations combat narcotics smuggling.
New Year horror in New Orleans: Contradictory claims came from government officials about the attack as the mayor called it a terror attack but the police chief and an FBI agent confirmed that it was not a terror attack. Social media users claimed the FBI was already covering it up.
An elderly woman died seven months after suffering severe injuries from a revolving door accident at Trump Hotel in Las Vegas. The family is suing the hotel for negligence, claiming non-compliance with safety regulations. The lawsuit seeks over $15,000 in damages for physical, emotional, and economic distress. The hotel settled another dispute in 2020 after a window washer working on the building fell to his death in 2018.
Harvard University and other top US institutions are facing major financial disruptions due to President Trump's federal funding cuts and policy changes. As mass firings, hiring freezes, and halted programs take effect, the US scientific enterprise's future remains uncertain and other countries seek to attract American talent.