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Geraldo Rivera Slaps Trump Supporters With A Reality Check After Biden’s Pardon
The former Fox News host and one-time Trump pal pointed out a double standard.
2 min read - USWPIX New York City, NY
Three college students killed in Tesla Cybertruck crash in California
All three were home visiting family for the holidays, according to those who knew the victims.
2 min read - USCNN
‘Stop talking and get a lawyer’: Inside the descent of a Colorado dentist accused of fatally poisoning his wife
A smiling James Craig appears in an online video promoting his Colorado dental practice, saying his approach “begins with sincerely listening to the patient and wanting to find out more about where they’re coming from and what they’re looking for and what they want.”
8 min read - WorldThe Telegraph
‘I knew she was going to die’, says mother of lawyer killed by methanol poisoning in Laos
The mother of a British lawyer who died of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos has described her race from the UK to be by her daughter’s side as she underwent brain surgery.
3 min read - OpinionThe New Republic
Trump’s Latest Appointments Are Some of the Least Qualified Yet
Donald Trump isn’t even trying to pretend anymore.
2 min read - USFox News
Woman vanishes on shopping trip before Thanksgiving in 'very suspicious' disappearance: family
Jayna Lang has been missing from Park County, Colorado, since Nov. 24. Her family said Lang told them she was going shopping at the Outlets at Silverthorne.
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Intel's CEO steps down as the chipmaker tries to restore investor confidence
Intel's share price has almost halved this year but jumped 3% at the market open Monday after Pat Gelsinger's retirement was announced.
3 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
Photos show Jill Biden's final White House Christmas decorations as first lady
Jill Biden unveiled her final White House Christmas decorations as first lady, centered on the theme "A Season of Peace and Light."
4 min read - PoliticsThe Daily Beast
Biden Gets Blowback From Own Party Over Pardon of Son Hunter
Two elected Democrats condemned President Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter, who was facing prison time after being convicted of firearms-related felony charges and pleading guilty to tax charges. “I am disappointed that he put his family ahead of the country,” Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, a rising star in the party who was given a prominent speaking slot at the Democratic National Convention, posted to X on Sunday. “This is a bad precedent that could be abused by later Presidents and
2 min read - USYahoo News
Hannah Kobayashi missing persons case: Family questions LAPD claims that she ‘intentionally’ missed connecting flight
A 31-year-old woman from Hawaii has been reported missing in Los Angeles since Nov. 11.
5 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Oracle stock is set for its best year since the dot-com boom after a 75% surge
Oracle shares have roughly tripled from their late-2022 low, making the cloud-computing specialist more valuable than Costco or Netflix.
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Tesla just announced over 25 holiday updates. These are the highlights.
Tesla owners will finally be able to adjust climate controls and open the frunk from their Apple Watch.
3 min read - USThe Daily Beast
Diddy Rejected Opportunity to Quietly Settle Cassie Ventura Suit
Sean “Diddy” Combs could have settled singer Cassie Ventura’s claims of rape and abuse before she went public—but he refused, according to a new report. The accusations were the beginning of the end for the entertainer, who was hit with federal racketeering and sex trafficking charges after Ventura accused him of raping and repeatedly abusing her over the course of their more than decade-long relationship. In a new Law & Crime podcast, The Rise and Fall of Diddy, set to premiere Wednesday, it wa
2 min read - LifestyleThe Daily Beast
Scouted: The Best Travel Tuesday Deals to Grab During Cyber Week
Scouted selects products independently. If you purchase something from our posts, we may earn a small commission. With Deals Week in full swing, ‘tis the season of epic sales. While many of us don’t think twice about snagging clothes, accessories, home decor, beauty essentials and the like this time of year, don’t forget to take advantage of the many travel deals available during this time. Many hotels, cruise lines, and booking sites offer can’t-miss deals on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, alon
1 min read - EntertainmentSalon
With impaired vision, Elton John couldn't see opening night of his new West End production
The singer told the crowd at the London premiere of "The Devil Wears Prada" that he could only hear the show
2 min read - LifestyleBusiness Insider
The Grinch loves knee surgery. That's it. That's the meme.
An absurd meme about the Grinch is burning up middle schools. It's also inevitably spawned a meme coin. Doesn't make sense? I'll try to explain.
4 min read - BusinessSalon
Cyber Monday expected to see record spending
Consumers are expected to spend $13.2 billion on the biggest online shopping day of the year
2 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
10 of the best Trader Joe's products for a holiday party, according to a private chef
From cheeses to frozen appetizers, these Trader Joe's products are a private chef's essentials for holiday parties.
7 min read - PoliticsThe Daily Beast
The Kremlin Celebrates Trump’s Cabinet Picks
The incoming Trump administration fills Russian state TV propagandists with glee. In mid-November, when president-elect Donald Trump started to announce his future appointees, state TV host Olga Skabeeva gushed, “All of them are totally wonderful!” Evgeny Popov, Skabeeva’s husband and the co-host of Russia’s 60 Minutes, concurred, describing Trump’s picks as his “radical dream team” and gleefully noting, “All of them personally despise Zelensky.” He cautiously added, “They aren’t friends of Russ
4 min read - EntertainmentBusiness Insider
'Dune: Prophecy' episode 3 reveals Tula Harkonnen's shocking backstory. Emma Canning breaks down that devastating twist.
"Dune: Prophecy" episode 3 focuses on young Tula Harkonnen's relationship with Orry Atreides. Star Emma Canning breaks down Tula's pivotal choice.
7 min read - USKTLA articles
New top prosecutor Hochman to take office Tuesday
Los Angeles County District Attorney-elect Nathan Hochman will officially take the reins on Tuesday, as he’s set to be sworn in on the front steps of the Hall of Justice. Hochman replaces District Attorney George Gascón, who lost his reelection bid in a landslide. The former federal prosecutor Hochman told LAist that he’s excited for […]
2 min read - EntertainmentKTLA articles
Disneyland looking to ‘amplify’ its lands following Bayou Country retheme
More changes could be coming to the lands within Disneyland and Disney California Adventure following the revamp of Bayou Country, formally known as Critter Country. The “Happiest Place on Earth” is apparently considering ways to “amplify” areas such as Frontierland, Adventureland, and Star Wars: Galaxy Edge following the changes made at Bayou Country. Along with […]
3 min read - BusinessThe Daily Beast
Apple Employee Accuses Company of Spying on Workers
Apple is being sued by a worker after being accused of spying on its staff through their own iClouds and personal devices, and breaking other laws. The California suit alleged that the company can “engage in physical, video and electronic surveillance of them” via employment policies, even when they’re off the clock, first reported by Semafor. The lawsuit, filed by advertising tech employee Amar Bhakta, claimed that the company violated California law in multiple ways.
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
'Of course I support the pardon of my son,' Jill Biden tells reporter
First lady Jill Biden said she supports the pardon for her son, Hunter Biden, when asked about it during a holiday event at the White House on Monday.
2 min read - OpinionThe New Republic
Is Kash Patel Heading Toward a Tough Confirmation?
Some Republicans have expressed concern about replacing the current FBI Director Chris Wray with Patel, a slavish Trump loyalist.
1 min read - WorldFox News
COVID 'most likely' leaked from Wuhan lab, social distancing 'not based on science,' select committee finds
The Congressional Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic released its final 520-page report on Monday, revealing details the origin of the virus.
2 min read - CelebrityFox News
Margot Robbie worried Leonardo DiCaprio slap would get her arrested during 'Wolf of Wall Street' audition
Margot Robbie thought she ruined her career after she went off script while auditioning for "The Wolf of Wall Street." The actress slapped Leonardo DiCaprio instead of kissing him.
3 min read - OpinionThe New Republic
Trump’s Press Secretary Once Opposed Election Denialism
Karoline Leavitt deleted tweets praising Mike Pence for certifying an election she now says was stolen.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Daily Beast
Trump’s Press Secretary Pick Praised Mike Pence on Jan. 6 in Deleted Posts
Donald Trump’s incoming press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, deleted posts praising then-Vice President Mike Pence for certifying Trump’s loss in 2020. Leavitt, then 23 and fresh out of Trump’s White House press office, retweeted a video of Pence calling Jan. 6 “a dark day in the history of the United States Capitol,” CNN reported Monday. “Love him or hate him, he kept the wheels of democracy moving & pushed forward to certify his own loss,” she wrote. “Thank you, Mr. Vice President. It was an hon
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
Biden administration to announce $725M weapons package to Ukraine months before Trump is sworn in
The Biden administration is announcing a $725 million weapons package for Ukraine less than two months before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, a U.S. official says.
2 min read - ScienceSpace
VideoTime-Lapse Of Artemis 1 Spacecraft Re-Entering Earth Atmosphere
See how Orion spacecraft from NASA's Artemis 1 mission enters Earth's atmosphere after its successful mission around the moon. Footage shows 25 minutes of re-entry and parachute footage time-lapsed to 1 minute here. Credit: Space.com | footage courtesy: NASA | edited by Steve Spaleta
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Elon Musk and Sam Altman cofounded OpenAI, but now they're locked in a legal battle. Here's the history of their working relationship and feud.
Elon Musk asked a judge to block OpenAI's attempt to transition from nonprofit to for-profit. It's not the first time he's feuded with CEO Sam Altman.
12 min read - PoliticsFox News
Biden blocks new mining in region that produces about 40% of nation's coal: 'It's a disaster'
The Biden administration is blocking mining in a key region that produces nearly half of the nation's coal over alleged "climate change" concerns.
4 min read - PoliticsINSIDER
Trump will decide the future of government money for healthcare plans. Letting it expire could save money, but the middle class might pay more.
Biden's enhanced Affordable Care Act subsides lowered costs for millions. Trump could let the subsides expire in 2025.
5 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Stellantis' CEO is out after a tumultuous year. Here's how things got so bad at the Jeep maker.
Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigned from his position after months of pressure from various stakeholders to fix falling sales.
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
Single House race stands between Republicans and 1-seat majority
House Republicans could begin next year with just a one-seat majority after losses in California and New York.
2 min read - USThe Daily Beast
Officials Debunk Hegseth’s Claim That Alleged Victim Was a Serial Accuser
Prosecutors in California have disputed Pete Hegseth’s claim that his alleged victim previously accused additional men of rape. According to a bombshell report in the New Yorker, Monterey County District Attorney had “no such evidence” to support that Hegseth’s “Jane Doe” levied “false” sexual assault claims against others. A copy of the public records request, reviewed by the Daily Beast, shows the office specifically wrote “we know of no record” of “another case where the same complainant made
2 min read - USFox News
FBI offers $15K reward for Maine teenager last seen more than 2 months ago
The FBI has teamed up with Maine State Police in an effort to locate teenager Stefanie Damron, who was last seen in late September and has a history of running away.
2 min read - OpinionThe Daily Beast
Opinion: After Hunter, Biden’s Real Power Move Would Be to Pardon Trump
President Joe Biden’s pardon of Hunter Biden ended the nearly decade-long prosecution of his only surviving son and immediately provoked the expected storm of criticism. The criticism, whether from Republicans or Democrats is unjustified. As pardons go, this one was well within norms, righteous, and gives us a glimpse of how this ultimate exercise of executive power can potentially be used to heal and even protect. The Presidential pardon power smacks of Kings and rulers, not democratic leaders.
5 min read - PoliticsFox News
Liberal media voices defend Biden for Hunter pardon, mock conservative outrage
Liberal commentators defended President Biden for issuing a blanket pardon to his son Hunter after months of insisting he would not pardon him or commute his sentence.
4 min read - OpinionSalon
"Wicked" reminds us we'd all better be ready to defy gravity. Especially Black women
The full musical may be tough to stomach right now but Cynthia Erivo's triumphant film flight is the uplift we need
9 min read - WorldKTLA articles
Shen Yun group accused of abusive labor practices
The Shen Yun dance group is facing allegations of forced labor and child labor in a lawsuit filed by a former dancer for the troupe. Chun-Ko Chang, who lives in Taiwan but formerly danced for the group, claims Shen Yun runs “a sophisticated operation that is designed to identify and recruit vulnerable people to work […]
1 min read - EntertainmentFox News
Elton John has ‘lost my eyesight’ following severe infection
Elton John says he no longer has his eyesight following a severe infection, which he revealed in September, first losing vision in his right eye.
2 min read - USFox News
Biden still believes 'no one is above the law,' White House says in wake of Hunter pardon
The White House defended President Biden's May social media post that "no one is above the law" following Biden pardoning his son, Hunter Biden.
4 min read - LifestyleKTLA articles
Most fun cities in U.S. Ranked. Here’s where Los Angeles landed
Do Angelenos have the most fun? Well, it might depend on your idea of a good time. A new study by Wallet Hub ranked Los Angeles 18th on its list of Most Fun Cities in America but the City of Angels did finish first in a couple of key metrics. According to the study, Los […]
2 min read - WorldFox News
Pro-Putin leader backs harsh crackdown as over 40 people hospitalized amid protests in Georgia
Dozens are hospitalized after massive protests broke out across Georgia following the pro-Putin government's move halting decadeslong talks on joining the EU amid increasing ties with Russia.
3 min read - PoliticsFox News
MSNBC posts another critical ratings low among critical demo
MSNBC had lowest-rated, non-holiday weekday among the advertiser-coveted demographic of adults age 25-54 in 20 years last Tuesday as the liberal network continues to struggle.
2 min read - ScienceSpace
VideoOTD In Space - December 2: NASA Launches SOHO Sun-Watching Satellite
On Dec. 2, 1995, NASA launched the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory, also known as SOHO. This sun-monitoring satellite is a collaborative project between NASA and the European Space Agency that has been operational for more than 20 years. Its main objective was to investigate the physics behind how the sun works. It also provides useful data for predicting space weather events like solar flares and coronal mass ejections, which can cause problems for satellites and other infrastructure on Eart
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Dr. Oz Has Some Pretty Shady Conflicts of Interest
Trump’s pick to run Medicare and Medicaid is involved with a number of businesses that are involved with both.
2 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
BlackRock is on the verge of making a bigger bet on Wall Street's hottest trade
BlackRock is close to making a $12 billion acquisition that would take it deeper into the world of private credit.
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