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• Last chance to save on Gordon Ramsay's favorite cookware – up to 52% off for Cyber Monday - Get up to 52% off pot and pan sets, roasting pans, woks and more
• Trump Renames Institute of Peace for Himself - Workers installed the president’s name on the Washington institute, thrusting it back into the spotlight as it is set to host the signing of a peace deal between Rwanda and Congo.
• Adams issues orders blocking NYC from boycotting Israel as clash with Mamdani grows - NYC mayor Eric Adams signs orders blocking BDS movement funding and boosting synagogue protection before leaving office in challenge to successor.
• Bank of Japan faces a policy dilemma as government bond yields keep hitting new highs - Experts said the rise in yields is due to inflation running above target, hawkish remarks from the Bank of Japan and an expansionary fiscal policy.
• Terence Crawford snaps on WBC in explosive, 9-minute response to fee dispute: 'Who the f*** do you think I am?' - The No. 1 pound-for-pound boxer in the world erupted Wednesday after the WBC stripped him of its super middleweight title over a sanctioning fee dispute.
• New York state blocks second Long Island school district from adopting transgender bathroom ban - New York state blocked Locust Valley School District's transgender bathroom ban, marking the second Long Island district prohibited from enforcing such restrictions.
• Steve Cropper, Blues Brothers guitarist and Stax Records legend, dies at 84 - Legendary guitarist Steve Cropper, known for Blues Brothers and Booker T. & the MG's, dies at 84. The Memphis music icon helped shape soul music history.
• Former F.D.A. Commissioners Sound Alarm on Plan to Change Vaccine Policy - Twelve former commissioners, in a New England Journal of Medicine article, said they were “deeply concerned” by a leaked memo from the agency’s vaccine regulator.
• US Institute of Peace officially renamed for Trump as White House moves to dismantle agency: 'Congratulations' - Trump administration renames U.S. Institute of Peace as Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace as State Department calls president "greatest dealmaker" in American history.
• Massive 14-foot shark dies after being stranded on Massachusetts beach during migration - Thresher shark strandings increase during fall as the marine animals struggle to navigate Cape Cod waters while migrating South for the winter season.
• Farmers roll into Mexico City on tractors to fight water law reform - Dozens of farmers brought traffic to a halt Wednesday as they blocked access to the Congress of the Union in Mexico City, protesting a proposal to overhaul the National Water Law. The farmers argue the reform, which includes stricter contro
• What to Know About Putin’s Visit to India as Oil Trade Dries Up - The Trump administration, which crippled Russia’s oil sales to India with sanctions, will be watching Mr. Putin’s talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
• Millionaires in America: How common is it to have a 7-figure net worth? - How many millionaires are there in America, and how can you join their ranks? Here’s a closer look at millionaires in the U.S. and their financial habits.
• Richard Gere says Dalai Lama’s words couldn’t change Trump: ‘What he’s done is astonishing’ - Actor Richard Gere doubted even the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, could change President Donald Trump's mind on things when speaking to Variety.
• Kenny Chesney admits he 'snapped' and punched fan in the mouth during concert performance - Kenny Chesney reveals he punched a fan who physically picked him up during a 2007 concert, sharing the shocking story on Howard Stern's radio show.
• Trump's South Korea tariff cuts are major boost for Hyundai and GM - The Trump administration said the tariff rate for vehicles from South Korea will drop to 15% as part of a trade deal.
• Trump’s Former Campaign Manager Assisted Honduran Presidential Candidate - Brad Parscale advised the campaign of Nasry Asfura, a right-wing candidate who was endorsed by the U.S. president.
• Feds arrest felon illegal immigrant after seizing tens of millions in meth stashed in blackberries - Massive methamphetamine bust in Atlanta area nets 1,585 pounds of drugs hidden in blackberry shipments, leading to federal charges against repeat offenders.
• Emmer slams Walz, demands accountability over alleged retaliation tied to Minnesota fraud - Congressman Tom Emmer demands accountability from Gov. Tim Walz over billion-dollar fraud scandal, alleging whistleblower retaliation.
• Top Democrat says President Trump will be given 'credit' for border finally being secured - House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries acknowledged that the border crisis has been solved under President Donald Trump's watch during a Wednesday CNN interview.
• Republican Anger Erupts at Johnson as Party Frets About Future - A small group of G.O.P. women have been among the most vocal in raising what their colleagues say is a broader frustration with the speaker.
• Tacoma man, others arrested after human trafficking bust at I-5 truck stop - Collaboration among multiple departments results in a major trafficking-related crackdown in Pierce County
• Dem congressman pardoned by Trump accuses Biden-era DOJ of weaponizing indictment - Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, accused the Biden-era DOJ of weaponizing his indictment after receiving a "full and unconditional" pardon from President Donald Trump.
• BlackRock reveals $38T U.S. debt may boost gold’s biggest rival - The world's largest asset manager, BlackRock (NYSE: BLK), thinks that the rising national debt of the U.S. could be good for gold's biggest rival. The U.S. national debt has surpassed $38 trillion as the gap between government spending and
• Model, DJ linked to violent Tren de Aragua gang leader sanctioned by Trump administration - U.S. officials sanctioned Venezuelan entertainer Jimena Araya Navarro, accusing her of laundering funds and supporting the violent Tren de Aragua gang.
• Deshaun Watson takes major step in return as Browns begin to settle on Shedeur Sanders - The Cleveland Browns activated Deshaun Watson's 21-day practice window following dual Achilles injuries while Shedeur Sanders remains the starter.
• Amy Schumer dropped 50 pounds to battle disease that 'can kill you' if untreated - Comedian Amy Schumer opens up about her health journey, Cushing syndrome recovery, and using Mounjaro medication after losing 50 pounds for her wellbeing.
• The Steakhouse Chain Dominating Sales In America Isn't LongHorn Or Outback - You can order a nice beefy meal at plenty of chain steakhouses, but not all of these eateries can brag about making over $5 billion in sales throughout 2024.
• New Mexico man jailed for threatening Trump on social media - Tyler Leveque was sentenced to roughly 10 months in federal prison for using social media to issue violent threats against President Trump.
• Apple names Amar Subramanya new VP of AI, replacing John Giannandrea - Apple on Monday named veteran researcher Amar ​Subramanya as its vice president of AI,‌ replacing John Giannandrea. Apple — a laggard in the AI ‌race — has been slow to add AI features to its products in comparison to rivals such as Samsun
• Man accused of trespassing at Travis Kelce’s Kansas home sentenced to probation, hit with fine - A man accused of trespassing at Travis Kelce’s Kansas home received probation and a $1,000 fine after a diversion deal allowed him to avoid a criminal conviction.
• Trump warns US may launch land operations inside Venezuela ‘very soon,’ says regime sent ‘killers’ to America - President Donald Trump warns Venezuela sent 'killers and gang members' to U.S., as he vows aggressive response to fentanyl crisis killing hundreds of thousands.
• Dollar General earnings, Fedspeak, jobless claims: What to Watch - Asking for a Trend host Josh Lipton previews several of the biggest stories to come tomorrow, Thursday, December 4, including earnings results from Dollar General (DG), Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), and Ulta Beauty (ULTA); commentary fr
• Suspect arrested twice after allegedly carrying out two separate unprovoked assaults only minutes apart - Portland man arrested twice in one week for random assaults, including unprovoked attack on 69-year-old woman, after being released from jail.
• Americans want US to lead globally but doubt military can win major wars overseas, survey finds - New Reagan Institute survey reveals Americans want stronger global leadership but question military readiness, with only 49% confident in armed forces.
• Erika Kirk rejects argument gun violence was the root problem that led to Charlie's assassination - Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk pushed back against the notion that gun violence is the root problem that led to the assassination of her husband in September.
• Mexican President Sheinbaum's legal adviser is selected as the new attorney general - Mexico’s Senate on Wednesday selected Ernestina Godoy, a longtime legal adviser to President Claudia Sheinbaum, as the country’s next attorney general. The appointment came after Alejandro Gertz Manero stepped down last Friday. Godoy had
• Living Large: Giant Anacondas Blew Up 12 Million Years Ago - Recently unearthed fossilized vertebrae shows the resilience of the massive snakes
• Thunderbirds pilot ejects safely as F-16C crashes during California training mission over controlled airspace - Thunderbirds pilot ejects safely from F-16C during California training mission. Air Force investigates crash as aviator recovers in stable condition.
• The Tennessee 'waltz': Republicans and Democrats dance around special election results meaning - Tennessee special election results spark debate over 2026 midterms as Republicans maintain House seat despite heavy Democratic spending and efforts.
• Comer accuses Oversight Dems of 'cherry-picking' Epstein Island files: 'Chasing headlines' - House Oversight Chairman James Comer accuses Democrats of selectively releasing Epstein materials, claiming some images were already published months ago.
• U.S. Military’s Boat Strikes Planning Takes On New Significance - The details could raise questions about who was responsible for a follow-up strike on Sept. 2 — the commander who ordered it or the defense secretary.
• Illegal immigrant with prior DUIs, deportation order, suspected in crash killing 8-year-old California girl - An 8-year-old girl was killed in a head-on California crash allegedly caused by a driver with prior DUI charges and a deportation order, according to ICE.
• Federal probe targets alleged Minnesota Somali fraud ‘network’ as COVID-aid crime rings persist - SBA launches federal probe into Somali community groups linked to $1 billion Minnesota COVID fraud scandal involving Gov. Tim Walz's administration.
• Major county sheriff rejects ICE detainer on illegal immigrant who killed young boy in hit-and-run - The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office rejected an immigration detainer on a criminal illegal immigrant responsible for a felony hit-and-run that resulted in the death of a young boy.
• Church sparks controversy with empty Nativity scene and ICE enforcement message: 'Politicizing Christmas' - Massachusetts Catholic Church sparks controversy with Nativity scene featuring missing Holy Family and an 'ICE was here' sign, drawing criticism from community members.
• Anthropic CEO: Some AI companies ‘YOLOing,’ pulling the ‘risk dial too far’ - Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warns that some competitors are taking overspending risks too far.
• Student senate rejects Turning Point USA chapter re-establishment at California Lutheran University - California Lutheran University student senate rejects Turning Point USA chapter in 2-11-1 vote, citing concerns over controversial rhetoric on campus.
• Scott Bessent calls out NY Times' Trump reporting during paper's summit, says it's not paper of record - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent predicted The New York Times will lose credibility over decades after criticizing its Trump health coverage at the 202 DealBook Summit.
• Trump backs release of second Caribbean strike footage as scrutiny over ops intensifies - Trump said he supports releasing footage of second military strike on an alleged drug boat in Caribbean waters, amid growing scrutiny over operations in the region.