Breaking down 2024's biggest legal stories
Musk and Ramaswamy ignite MAGA war over skilled immigration and American 'mediocrity'
Trump world warriors Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have ignited an intra-MAGA battle with their proposals to increase immigration visas for high-skill workers.
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OpenAI whistleblower's mother wants suicide death investigation reopened
OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji's death was ruled a suicide — but his family is calling on police to reopen their investigation, saying it "doesn't look like a normal situation."
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Ukrainian drone attack was underway before Azerbaijani plane crashed, Russian aviation chief says
The Russian official didn’t comment on statements blaming Wednesday’s Azerbaijan Airlines crash on Russian air defenses responding to a Ukrainian attack.
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Henry Winkler Reveals Connection to Timothée Chalamet
The "Happy Days" star said it was "amazing" to meet the young actor.
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South Korea's opposition-controlled National Assembly votes to impeach acting President Han
South Korea’s opposition-controlled National Assembly has voted to impeach acting President Han Duck-soo.
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Guatemalan migrant accused of torching sleeping woman on NYC subway indicted on murder and arson charges
The man accused of torching a sleeping woman on a Brooklyn subway train was officially indicted in court for murder and arson on Friday morning.
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Simone Biles wears outfit made out of photos of husband Jonathon Owens to Bears game
The Olympian repped her man from head to toe on Thursday night at the Bears vs. Seahawks game.
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Prebiotic Supplement Recall in 25 States As FDA Issues Risk Warning
Customers who purchased the supplement are advised to discontinue use immediately and inspect their product to identify if it matches the recalled batches.
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Millions in California Warned About Going Outside
Air quality alerts and burning bans are currently in place.
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What to know about returning unwanted holiday gifts
The National Retail Federation expects about 17% of sales to be returned this year.
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More severe weather predicted for the South, rain and snow in Northwest as travelers hit airports
Another round of severe thunderstorms are in the forecast for the southern U.S. and an atmospheric river is still dishing out heavy rain and snow in the Pacific Northwest as millions of travelers make their post-holiday getaways. CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Grant Gilmore has a look at the weather and CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has a report from Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
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Kevin O'Leary Favors Merging US and Canadian Economies: 'I Like This Idea'
Since winning the 2024 election, Trump has warned of imposing additional tariffs on U.S. imports from China, Canada and Mexico.
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What is gold's relationship to the U.S. dollar?
The dollar doesn't have an official relationship with gold, but it's one of many factors influencing the price.
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NPR and PBS Stations Brace for Funding Battle Under Trump
Republicans in Congress have tried to defund public media for decades. With the help of Elon Musk, could they finally make good on their threat?
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Seven Companies Hit With Chinese Sanctions Over US Support for Taiwan
The sanctions freeze any assets the targeted companies may hold in China and bar Chinese entities and individuals from conducting business with them.
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Watch as Rutgers pulls off fake tush push for touchdown in new twist on controversial play
That sound you're hearing is football coaches opening their notebooks and writing that play down for future use.
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Italian Journalist Is Detained While Reporting in Iran
Cecilia Sala, 29, was arrested on Dec. 19, but news of her detention only became public on Friday. The reason for the arrest of Ms. Sala, a well-known reporter, has not been made public.
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"48 Hours" reports on investigation into South Texas mom's mysterious death
A medical examiner said Maria Muñoz, a mother of two from South Texas, died from a combination of drugs but couldn't determine how they entered her system. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports on the case and shares how investigators used the mom's own journal entries to piece together what they believe happened.
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What Stranger Does for Train Passenger Delights Internet: 'Sisterhood'
"Watching interactions such as this makes my heart feel whole," commented one user.
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Yankees Urged To Sign Japanese Phenom To Complete Juan Soto Backup Plan
The New York Yankees need to be the team to win the Roki Sasaki sweepstakes in order to make up for losing Juan Soto.
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Mark Consuelos And Kelly Ripa React To Phrases Used By Most “Successful” Couples On ‘Live’: “I Don’t Think I’d Ever Say That”
Kelly and Mark have their very own love language.
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‘Wicked’ Comes To Digital, But When Will the ‘Wicked’ Movie Be Streaming On Peacock?
No one mourns the Wicked digital release.
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NYC Applebee’s jacked up price of already-expensive New Year’s Eve ball-drop tickets
If you're in need of some last-minute New Year's Eve plans — and you've got some serious dough to spend — you're in luck.
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Man Goes for Walk, Unprepared for What Follows Him Home
Social media users swooned over the followers shown in the clip, with one saying that "you're theirs now."
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Illegal migrant indicted on murder charges after woman is burned to death on subway
The illegal migrant accused of burning a New York City subway rider to death on Sunday has been charged with murder and other crimes.
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Cat Owner's DIY Nap Hammock Delights Internet: 'Cozy'
"I never thought I would be glad they peed on my comforter, but there you are," the poster told Newsweek.
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JB Smoove reveals failed ‘SNL’ sketch he wrote for Johnny Knoxville: ‘He’ll do crazy crazy s – – t’
"I wrote that for Johnny Knoxville, when he was gonna be the host,” JB Smoove said.
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Gray Wolves Make Remarkable Comeback in California
The state estimates at least 30 pups were born this year, bringing its gray wolf population to at least 70 animals.
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NASA spacecraft safe after historic closest-ever approach to sun
NASA's Parker Solar Probe hurtled through the sizzling solar atmosphere and passed within a record-breaking 3.8 million miles of the sun's surface.
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'MAGA Got Played' by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy: Jasmine Crockett
Donald Trump supporters have been clashing on social media over legal immigration to the United States.
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Utah man accidentally triggers avalanche, rescues trapped brother
The unidentified pair of brothers and their father were snowmobiling on Christmas Eve when the avalanche swept through.
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Yankees Star Cuts Ties, Agrees To $15 Million Deal With AL Contender, Per Report
New York Yankees star second baseman Gleyber Torres has reportedly agreed to terms on a deal with the Detroit Tigers.
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Bird Flu Updates: Virus Mutation in First U.S. Severe Human Case May Increase Transmission in People
The virus in the first severe human bird flu case in the U.S. was found to have mutated. Follow Newsweek's live blog for updates.
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CDC Issues Update on Bird Flu 'Mutations' in Humans
The CDC said it has found mutations in the first severe case of bird flu in the U.S.
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Systane eye drops recalled due to potential fungal contamination
Fungal contamination of an eye product is known to potentially cause eye infections, which may be vision- or life-threatening, according to the FDA.
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Sofia Richie shares four-figure fashionable parenting hack with daughter Eloise
"Wear shoes that keep your child entertained ✅," she captioned an Instagram photo of her daughter playing with her pricy shoes by Alaïa.
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Simone Biles rocks custom Jonathan Owens outfit in sweet ‘TNF’ moment
Simone Biles rocked a custom Jonathan Owens hooded sweatshirt and matching pants to support the Bears safety in a game against the Seahawks on Thursday.
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R.I.P. Dick Capri: Comedian Who Performed With Frank Sinatra Dead At 93
The comedian passed away after spending one more Christmas with his family.
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Fire erupts at Bryant Park’s holiday market in NYC
A raging fire engulfed a stall at Bryant Park's iconic holiday market Friday morning, sending huge plumes of black smoke rising above the Manhattan skyline.
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Democratic pols ditch Twitter after Elon Musk takeover, report shows
Democratic lawmakers have shown a sharp decline in X usage in the roughly two years since Elon Musk bought the company.
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Yankees Predicted To Swing Blockbuster Trade For Former First Round Pick
The New York Yankees could fill their hole at third base in a blockbuster trade for Detroit Tigers infielder Jace Jung.
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Tesla’s Stock is Soaring Even as Its Car Sales Sag
Sales of the company’s cars are flagging, but investors are focusing on the potential of autonomous driving and Mr. Musk’s ties to President-elect Donald J. Trump.
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Hair Spray Recall in 12 States As FDA Issues Risk Warning
A hair spray has been recalled as it contains a prohibited ingredient.
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Meet the Americans who dominated the 2024 Paris Olympics
This past year was filled with champions galore as Team USA showed up in Paris for the 2024 Games prepared for total domination. Nearly 600 U.S. athletes competed to bring home 126 medals.
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Red Sox Linked To Potential Shocking Signing Of $152 Million Slugger
The Boston Red Sox may end up as potential suitors in the Pete Alonso sweepstakes, which would throw a wrench in the New York Mets' plans.
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Here’s One Sin Baby Boomers Aren’t Actually Committing
Parents are helping adult children with money. You just won’t hear about it online.
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I’m a neurosurgeon — my easy recipe is a powerhouse for boosting memory and preventing dementia
The easy recipe can be made for breakfast or lunch and can help prevent dementia and Alzheimer's.
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Red Sox, Tigers Favored In $200 Million Sweepstakes For Postseason Legend
The Alex Bregman sweepstakes could come down to a bidding war between the Boston Red Sox and the Detroit Tigers.
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