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Politics5d ago"I will take the secret about the escape from Brazil to my grave," admitted Flávio Bolsonaro in an exclusive with The New York TimesThe former presidential candidate spoke for the first time after leaving his country and questioned the election result, following Lula's victory. He also denied having received help from other governments to reach the United States.Clarín
Politics5d agoHinojosa vows to protect Texas citizens from data centersTexas Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa (D) vowed to protect Texans from data center projects after she is sworn into office in January. “Well, we have always been a pro-business state in Texas, but what changes now with me as governor is it has to be a partnership that benefits Texans,” Hinojosa said during an appearance on…The Hill
Politics5d agoDemocratic Gains Could Advance an Alternative to the Electoral CollegeLawmakers in states with new total Democratic control said they would try to join an effort to try to elect the next president effectively by popular vote. But momentum has stalled before.NYT US
Politics5d agoTrump blames stock market nose-dive on Dems’ midterm victories — and this gripe is actually accurateTech stocks have tumbled as investors worry that Democrats will curb AI growthThe Independent World
World5d agoNew details, bodycam video of deadly Citibank shootingCBS News
World5d agoGeorgia competition honors exemplary young trade workersThe Georgia Skills Challenge, an annual series of competitions, brings together the state's best young tradespeople. There is glory at stake, but also money from real jobs. Tony Dokoupil has more.CBS News
Politics5d agoWashington voters approve transgender athlete banWashington voters are projected to reverse the state’s long-standing policy that has allowed transgender girls to compete on girls’ and women’s school sports teams, according to Decision Desk HQ.  The ballot measure will require students to submit documentation from a healthcare provider verifying their sex before playing on a girls’ team. It’s a major loss…The Hill
Politics5d agoWhite House denies Hegseth and Rubio to leave jobs after Republican election lossesUS media reports there are calls to replace Pete Hegseth, who also faces a possible impeachment vote, while Marco Rubio is rumoured to be eyeing a presidential run.BBC World
Politics5d ago2 House Democrats float idea of Blanche impeachmentTwo House Democrats are already floating the impeachment of Attorney General Todd Blanche after the GOP’s sweeping midterm election defeats, suggesting Democrats could win enough Republican support in the Senate to remove him from office. Reps. Hank Johnson (D-Ga.) and Deborah Ross (D-N.C.) voiced their support for impeaching Blanche on Thursday, just two days after…The Hill
Politics5d agoCongress wants to spread anarchy in the name of democracy: Bhupender YadavHe added that instead of creating confusion over the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the opposition should present facts to the publicThe Hindu
Politics5d agoDemocrat Jessica Killin flips longtime GOP-held Colorado House seatDemocrat Jessica Killin is projected to unseat Rep. Jeff Crank (R-Colo.) in Colorado’s 5th Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Killin’s win marks a political first for the Colorado Springs-area district, which has never elected a Democrat since its creation in 1973. The Army veteran, who previously served as chief of staff to…The Hill
Politics5d agoRubio places additional sanctions on Cuba, targeting ‘illicit’ shipping networkThe Trump administration announced another wave of sanctions against Cuba Thursday, targeting 10 individuals and entities tied to the country’s government, military and oil industry. The State Department accused Cuba’s “ruling elite” in its announcement of “hoarding the island’s energy, shipping, and technology resources for its own enrichment, leaving the Cuban people to contend with…The Hill
Politics5d agoTrump focuses on White House decor for second straight day in post-midterm remarksThe president signed a proclamation that he said would prevent major changes to the Oval Office and the Cabinet Room by future presidents without congressional approval.NBC News
Politics5d agoTop Democrat vows ‘vigorous’ oversight of PentagonWelcome to The Hill’s Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security   The Big Story  Top Democrat vows ‘vigorous’ oversight of Pentagon Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.), the ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), pledged on Wednesday to conduct “vigorous” oversight of the Pentagon, including seeking testimonies from senior…The Hill
Politics5d agoHegseth vows to keep fighting from Pentagon, defends Iran warU.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a video message on Thursday vowing to fight efforts in Congress to impeach him and defending the Iran war as “courageous and…Japan Today
Politics5d agoTexas went so blue Talarico got more early votes than Paxton got in totalSenator-elect James Talarico and Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa in Texas defeated Republicans in an election upsetThe Independent World
Politics5d agoCalifornia governor commutes sentences of more than 500 people on death rowGavin Newsom cites state values and flaws in the legal system as he grants largest mass clemency in US history.Al Jazeera [en]
Politics5d agoICE detains Berkeley student and asylum seeker at San Francisco airportUna estudiante de administración fue detenida en San Francisco por sobrepasar su estancia legal. La UC Berkeley y abogados buscan su liberación. El ICE intensifica detenciones en aeropuertos. Albornoz Hernández, sin antecedentes, espera audiencia migratoria. Su detención genera críticas.Clarín
World5d agoDolly Parton's manager moves to drop complaint accusing late singer's nephew of threatening estateDolly Parton’s longtime manager has moved to drop a complaint that accused the late singer’s nephew of threatening her estate and its employeesThe Independent World
Business5d agoOn Wall Street, Democrats' midterm victory bursts the AI bubbleThe Nasdaq, the index that includes many technology stocks, lost more than 5% during trading on Thursday. Results from the US midterm elections have deepened mistrust toward most companies connected to artificial intelligence and data centers.Le Monde [en]
Politics5d agoTrump signs order preventing future presidents from changing Oval OfficeThe order comes after Trump made a series of big changes to the decor of the Oval Office and tore down the White House East Wing.BBC World
World5d agoThe new voice of Boston Logan Airport on winning contest: "I am so honored"Massport, the agency that runs Boston Logan Airport, says that more than 6,000 people auditioned to be the new voice of the airport. HVAC pipefitter Chris Donisi of Burlington, Massachusetts, took home the highest honor of becoming the new voice of the airport. He joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.CBS News
Politics5d agoPolitical twists and turns of the 2026 midtermsCBS News' Michael George breaks down the top political headlines from the lead-up to the 2026 midterm elections.CBS News
Politics5d agoVoters pass 44 ballot measures to restrict data centers on Election DayVoters passed 44 measures to restrict data centers on Election Day amid concerns over their power usage and potential job losses tied to artificial intelligence. CBS News' Megan Cerullo has more.CBS News