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Politics5d agoThe Major U.S. Cities That Have Elected Democratic Socialist MayorsNithya Raman’s win in Los Angeles adds to the list of major cities with democratic socialist leaders.NYT US
Politics5d agoHegseth defiant amid impeachment threatDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth put out a new video amid a potential impeachment battle. NBC News’ Garrett Haake reports.NBC News
Politics5d agoNithya Raman, the progressive propelled to the Los Angeles mayoralty by the Mamdani effectNithya Raman, with a background in neighborhood activism and urban planning, assumes the mayoralty of Los Angeles, marking a progressive turn in the city. Her leadership reflects the strengthening of the progressive Democratic wing, driven by platforms of social justice and urban improvements.Clarín
World5d agoFormer Guardians catcher Bo Naylor says he was unaware there are bets on pitchesThe testimony of a former teammate of two pitchers accused of illegal betting reveals a lack of knowledge about betting on individual pitches. The pitchers face conspiracy charges for receiving payments to facilitate bets, while suspended and out on bail.Clarín
Politics5d agoCalifornia Governor commutes all death sentencesGovernor Gavin Newsom issued the broadest commutation of death sentences in modern American history. In an open letter, Newsom said he’ll reduce every death sentence in the state to life without the possibility of parole. NBC News’ Laura Jarrett has more on what happens next.NBC News
Politics5d agoDeSantis calls midterms close to "extinction-level" for GOP, says corruption focus workedFormer Republican congressman from Louisiana Garret Graves and Communications Director for the Democratic House majority PAC CJ Warnke join "The Takeout."CBS News
World5d ago‘Let’s Go, Bahhston’: Logan Airport Chooses Its New VoiceA pipe fitter from Massachusetts beat out thousands of other applicants to provide the voice that welcomes travelers to Boston Logan Airport.NYT US
Politics5d agoTrump seeks national monument status for iconic White House rooms{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment   The Big Story  Trump makes Oval Office a national monument President Trump signed a proclamation Thursday seeking to designate two iconic White House spaces, the Oval Office and Cabinet Room, as national monuments.  © Alex Brandon, Associated Press Trump said Congress would have to ratify the proclamation,…The Hill
Politics5d agoNithya Raman wins LA mayoral race, becoming city’s first South Asian mayorDSA-backed Raman will lead the second-largest US city, promising action on homelessness and affordable housing.Al Jazeera [en]
World5d agoWATCH: Meet the man who's the new voice of Boston's Logan airportChristopher Donisi, an HVAC pipe fitter, will be the man behind the first voice travelers hear when they land in Beantown in the near future.ABC News
Business5d agoMexico’s 2026 growth outlook improves in Banxico and Citi surveysMedian forecasts rise in surveys by Banxico and Citi, with 2027 growth seen near 1.9% and year-end inflation just under 4%. The post Mexico’s 2026 growth outlook improves in Banxico and Citi surveys appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
Politics5d agoHegseth in ‘trouble’ as Trump faces music on Iran war, midtermsDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s future leading the Pentagon looks increasingly uncertain as his critics within the administration blame him for helping push President Trump into a war that contributed to massive midterm losses Tuesday.  Two sources familiar with the discussion said the president is asking allies about Hegseth’s standing. One of those sources said the…The Hill
Sci & Tech5d agoGoogle, Meta, and TikTok sue California to stop law restricting their use by minorsLas plataformas digitales Google, Meta y TikTok impugnan una ley californiana que restringe funciones "adictivas" para menores de 16 años. Las compañías alegan que la normativa vulnera su libertad de expresión y citan protecciones legales vigentes para evitar su implementación.Clarín
Politics5d agoNvidia CEO called in by lawmakers over ties to alleged Chinese spyNvidia CEO Jensen Huang has been asked by three House Republican committee chairs to brief Congress behind closed doors about his reported ties to a woman accused of spying for China.Why it matters: The request escalates the scrutiny of the Nvidia CEO over his alleged relationship with Alice Huang, a businesswoman accused of spying for China.Catch up quick: Jensen Huang and Alice Huang purportedly had a "close" relationship, per reporting from the New York Times. The Times also reported that President Trump was briefed by intelligence officials about their relationship and the allegations thatAxios
Politics5d agoChamber of Progress’s ‘to-do list’ for Democrats{beacon} Technology Technology   The Big Story  Chamber of Progress’s ‘to-do list’ for Dems  The center-left technology policy group Chamber of Progress is laying out its policy priorities for Democrats, as the party prepares to take back control of the House and Senate next year. © Illustration / Samantha Wong; and Adobe Stock In a memo…The Hill
Politics5d agoVoters reject data centers on Election Day as 44 ballot measures to restrict them passAmericans strongly rejected data centers on Election Day, with 44 ballot measures to restrict their operation passing. Joe Brettell, founder of Forward Energy Public Relations, joins "The Takeout."CBS News
Politics5d agoHow North Carolina Democrats flipped several House seats in historically GOP districtsAll of these seats were in districts redrawn in 2023 to favor Republican candidates.NPR News
Politics5d agoDemocratic socialist defeats incumbent Karen Bass in Los Angeles mayor's raceThe results mean America's two most populous cities - New York and Los Angeles - will be led by democratic socialists.BBC World
Politics5d agoHegseth Lashes Out at Critics Calling for His FiringIn a new video, the defense secretary vowed to “finish what we have started.” Some Republicans say the Iran war was a big factor in their party’s midterm losses.NYT US
Military5d agoArmy honors soldiers who faced down Fort Stewart gunmanActing Secretary of the Army Adam Telle and Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Christopher LaNeve presented awards to eight of the soldiers who in 2025 subdued a Fort Stewart shooter.Military Times
World5d agoWATCH: Jaguars face injury-ravaged Ravens in Thursday Night Football matchupESPN’s Jeremy Fowler previews the Jaguars-Ravens matchup, Baltimore’s quarterback injuries and Trevor Lawrence’s strong start to the season.ABC News
Politics5d agoRepublicans lose midterms despite redistricting pushDemocrats won a strong majority in the House despite a Republican push to gain seats through congressional redistricting. CBS News election law expert David Becker breaks it down.CBS News
Politics5d agoMississippi Senate election: Democrat Scott Colom narrowly leads Republican Cindy Hyde-SmithThe Mississippi Senate election could be determined by the mail-in ballots received after Election Day, whose legality was upheld by the Supreme Court.CNBC
Business5d agoCentrus outlines $450M-$500M 2026 revenue and $350M-$500M capital spend as Oak Ridge first centrifuge completes ahead of year-end targetCentrus has projected significant revenue and capital expenditure for 2026, coinciding with the early completion of its first centrifuge at Oak Ridge. This matters as it provides insight into the company's financial outlook and operational progress.Seeking Alpha Tech