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Politics5d agoMeta, TikTok, Google sue California over child online safety restrictionsMeta, TikTok and Google filed separate lawsuits against California over a new law seeking to tighten restrictions on child social media usage, arguing the legislation violates the companies’ First Amendment rights. California’s bipartisan “Digital Age Assurance Act,” which goes into effect Jan. 1, bans social media platforms in the Sunshine State from providing “an addictive…The Hill
Sci & Tech5d agoEnglish teacher on how she uses AI to help students learnMany schools are pushing artificial intelligence out of the classroom, worried that students will use AI instead of thinking for themselves. But some educators are embracing the technology and say it is helping students learn. Meg Oliver reports from DREAM East Harlem Middle School in New York City.CBS News
Politics5d agoTrump moves to make Oval Office a national monument to prevent future major changesTrump indicated the proclamation would have to be ratified by Congress.ABC News
Politics5d ago"Never heard of them": Meet the incoming House Dems who shocked even their own partyTuesday's blue tsunami is poised to sweep an unusually large cohort of House Democrats into office who are virtually unknown outside of their districts.Why it matters: Obscure though these incoming lawmakers may be on Capitol Hill, they are poised to play a major role in determining the direction of the Democratic Party.House Democrats' progressive and centrist wings are both looking to recruit as many of these so-called "wave babies" as possible to grow their strength for the ideological fights ahead, Axios reported on Wednesday.Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), a co-chair of the Congressional Axios
Business5d agoWhy markets experienced massive tech sell-offA day after investors gave U.S. stocks a big post-election boost, the markets saw a massive sell-off over concerns about the future of artificial intelligence. Kelly O'Grady breaks it down.CBS News
World5d agoThe Cuban Archdiocese of Camagüey receives second shipment of humanitarian aid from the USThe Archdiocese of Camagüey received a new shipment of aid from the US with food and hygiene products, intended for the most vulnerable. Caritas volunteers in Camagüey will distribute the kits in the Santa Cruz parish, prioritizing the elderly, people with disabilities, and children.Clarín
World5d agoAn error on a form or a missing screw: the obstacles keeping thousands of families in New York sheltersAround 14,200 people are now eligible to seek housing with municipal subsidies, but the relocation takes an average of 236 days. An investigation revealed how inspections and paperwork prolong the wait for those trying to leave shelters.Clarín
Politics5d agoAbdul El-Sayed has already found something he wants to work with Trump onThe senator-elect from Michigan, who has accused Israel of genocide in Gaza, has backed Trump’s idea to cut $4 billion in aid to the Middle Eastern countryThe Independent World
Politics5d agoGOP’s McKinney wins election for Newhouse’s open Washington seatRepublican Amanda McKinney, a Yakima County commissioner, is projected to win the race for Washington’s 4th Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. McKinney defeated Air Force veteran John Duresky (D) in the battle for the seat, which covers a large portion of the eastern half of the Evergreen State. Eastern Washington is more rural…The Hill
Politics5d agoTrump says voters should blame themselves for stock market routPresident Trump said Thursday night that voters had themselves to blame for the stock market's historic sell-off.Why it matters: Two days after Republicans lost the midterm elections in historic fashion, the president is lashing out at the voters who rejected his candidates and message. Driving the news: Stocks plunged Thursday, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq sinking more than 5% as AI-linked stocks sold off.Investors are skittish about the future for AI development — and the data centers that power the technology — after Tuesday's blue wave ushered in candidates who campaigned on restricting AI.WAxios
Politics5d agoMarco Rubio denies plans to resign as 2028 speculation growsUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed reports on Thursday that he planned to leave the administration after Republican midterm losses, telling The New York Times he intended to serve through the end of President Donald Trump’s term. Rubio, a potential 2028 presidential candidate, declined to discuss his plans.France 24 [en]
Politics5d agoFailed GOP redistricting in South Carolina, Indiana would have backfired: DDHQRepublicans across the country redrew congressional maps for their benefit ahead of the 2026 midterms, but it failed to yield them gains in most places. An analysis shared Thursday shows it could have been worse. Republicans in both South Carolina and Indiana rejected efforts to implement GOP-friendly maps that could eliminate all Democratic seats, which…The Hill
Politics5d agoTrump agenda likely to be curbed with Democrats in chargeInvestigations, a struggle to confirm nominees and maybe some bipartisanship lie ahead for President Trump.CBS News
DisasterBreaking5d agoUSPS employee in custody after allegedly shooting 2 coworkers in Iowa post officeCBS News
Business5d agoFears about an AI crackdown after midterms sparks a $2 trillion rout in tech stocksNPR News
Business5d agoAdvance Auto Parts outlines $8.5B FY2026 sales and raises free cash flow outlook to ~$150MAdvance Auto Parts has outlined its financial projections for Fiscal Year 2026, targeting $8.5 billion in sales and raising its free cash flow outlook to approximately $150 million. This update provides insight into the company's expected future financial performance.Seeking Alpha Tech
Politics5d agoTrump Moves to Make Oval Office a National MonumentThe president’s announcement reinforced his post-midterm elections preoccupation on White House renovation projects.NYT US
World5d agoMexican singer-songwriter Silvana Estrada tapped as LA Philharmonic’s first Latin music chairThe appointment completes the 29-year-old Latin Grammy winner's journey from the Veracruz coffee town of Coatepec to an artistic leaderhip role for one of the world's premier orchestras. The post Mexican singer-songwriter Silvana Estrada tapped as LA Philharmonic’s first Latin music chair appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
Business5d agoStocks plunge over AI restriction fears as Democrats win control of CongressCBS News
Politics5d agoMelania hosts Russia and Ukraine at the White House as Trump touts 'big agreement'The unprecedented meeting between Russian and Ukrainian officials hoped to build on a six-day truce in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky. Ukrainian Volodymyr Zelensky awarded Melania a national honor for her role in brokering the ceasefire, which a Ukrainian official presented to her at the White House.Le Monde [en]
Politics5d agoThese are the races in the House and Senate that haven't been called yetDemocrats are poised to have a strong majority in the upcoming Congress. The final numbers are still being determined. Here's where things stand in the races that are waiting to be called by the AP.NPR News
Politics5d agoThese 5 Midterm Races Tell the Story of the Democrats’ Blue WaveThe districts are very different, but they all explain how the Democrats won so big.NYT US
Politics5d agoTrump’s first move after midterms? Ensuring future presidents can’t change his Oval OfficeUS President Donald Trump on Thursday signed a proclamation that he says will prevent future changes to the Oval Office and Cabinet Room, throwing up a potential barrier to future presidents who might want to restyle the iconic office that Trump has gradually filled with gold flourishes. The proclamation was Trump’s first official action after his party was swept aside in midterm elections on Tuesday. Sitting on the Resolute Desk as he signed the document was a red baseball cap with “VETO” on...South China Morning Post
Business5d agoTrump-backed critical minerals deals may be under pressure after Democratic sweep - BloombergCritical minerals deals previously supported by the Trump administration may face challenges due to a recent Democratic electoral victory. This suggests potential shifts in government policy and priorities affecting strategic industries.Seeking Alpha Tech