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The New Yorker

Pete Hegseth's Secret History

A whistle-blower report alleges that Pete Hegseth faced removal from past leadership roles due to financial mismanagement, sexist conduct, and repeated intoxication at work.

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USPS

USPS Delivered 99.2M Ballots

According to their 2024 post-election analysis report, the USPS delivered over 99.22 million ballots with 99.88% reaching election officials within a week, despite scrutiny and logistical challenges.

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USA Today

Trump Weighs Jan. 6 Pardons

Equating Hunter Biden to the Jan. 6 rioters, Trump demanded similar pardons for those charged in the attack, while other GOP members criticized the president’s exoneration of his son.

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PBS

Transgender Minor Case to SCOTUS

The Supreme Court will soon decide whether TN's ban on gender-affirming care for trans minors violates the 14th Amendment, a case that could impact similar laws across the country.

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Associated Press

What To Know About Syrian Civil War

A rebel offensive led by a jihadi group has captured Aleppo, reigniting Syria's civil war and heightening regional instability amid involvement of foreign powers like Russia and Israel.

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ABC News

Progress in JonBenét Ramsey Case

The investigation of JonBenét Ramsey’s unsolved murder is finally progressing, with a multi-faceted team of experts using modern science to revisit evidence and follow new leads.

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NBC News

Attempt To Limit Trump Militarily

Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Richard Blumenthal are urging Biden to issue a policy directive limiting Trump's ability to deploy U.S. military troops domestically at whim.

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Reuters

French Government Faces Collapse

The French government is on the brink of collapse as right- and left-wing parties both submit no-confidence motions against PM Michel Barnier, jeopardizing the country’s economy.

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MSNBC

He Had Every Right To Do It

Katie S. Phang asserts that Hunter Biden’s criminal cases were the direct result of a political campaign by Trump and his “fanatical supporters” to attack and undermine Joe Biden.

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Fox News

He Is the Liar in Chief

Jonathan Turley argues that Hunter Biden’s pardon was planned and marks years of public deception by his father, leaving behind a legacy of broken promises and ethical controversies.

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The Hill

House COVID Final Report Issued

The final report on COVID-19 highlights three key takeaways: the suspected lab leak origin, ineffective early pandemic mitigation efforts, and failure of EcoHealth Alliance and the NIH.

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SCOTUSblog

SCOTUS Hears Flavored Vape Case

The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether the FDA unfairly denied applications to market flavored e-cigarettes, debating if the products’ benefits for adult smokers outweigh risks to youth.

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New York Post

DE Judge Rejects Musk Again

A Delaware judge reaffirmed the rejection of Elon Musk's $56 billion Tesla pay package, citing improper board conduct and insufficient shareholder transparency despite a vote to reinstate it.

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WPIX

NYC Chokehold Trial Concludes

Closing arguments concluded Monday in the trial of Daniel Penny, the Marine Corps veteran charged in the subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely, with a verdict expected as soon as this week.

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Rolling Stone

Elton John Says He's Lost His Vision

Elton John made a shocking on-stage revelation that he has completely lost his sight due to a severe eye infection, marking the latest in a string of health challenges for the music legend.

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NPR

Belgium Protects Sex Workers

Belgium has made history as the first country to grant sex workers comprehensive labor rights, including formal contracts, maternity leave, pensions, and the ability to refuse clients.

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BBC

Found: Beatles' Breakup Notes

Lost court documents involving The Beatles have resurfaced and will be auctioned Dec. 12, offering new insight on their infamous split and mismanagement that ended an era.

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CBS News

Word of the Year: Brain Rot

Oxford University Press named "brain rot" as its 2024 word of the year, reflecting concerns over the mental impact of materialism and overconsuming trivial online content.

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Variety

Full Frontal Was Margot Robbie's Idea

Reminiscing on her breakout role in "The Wolf of Wall Street," Margot Robbie revealed that it was her idea to appear nude in the film, along with an improvised slap to DiCaprio at her audition.

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Sports Illustrated

Rodgers Ripped by Jet Fans

Aaron Rodgers faced major fan backlash for deflecting blame onto his teammates after the NY Jets' 26-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, despite his own underperforming record this season.

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