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February 9, 2024

Senate Republicans prepare for long haul in fight over Ukraine, Israel aid

The Ukraine-Israel aid package's movement in the Senate is in flux as Republicans negotiate amendments. It could be a drawn-out process.

February 8, 2024

American people 'exhausted' by lawmakers 'kicking the ball' on immigration: Border town mayor

McAllen, Texas, Mayor Javier Villalobos accused Republicans and Democrats of caving to election-year politics rather than compromising to curb the border crisis.

February 8, 2024

Brett Favre says Toby Keith told him he quit chemo, was 'OK' with 'whatever happens'

Brett Favre revealed he spoke with Toby Keith two weeks before the country singer died, telling him he was "OK" with "whatever happens."

February 8, 2024

Israel, Ukraine foreign aid bill clears first hurdle in Senate without border and immigration provisions

Senate advances $95B foreign aid bill for Ukraine, Israel, Gaza, and Taiwan as Republican border amendments in limbo.

February 8, 2024

Blinken leaves Middle East without hostage deal, says Hamas proposal has 'absolute non-starters'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken departed the Middle East with little progress made in negotiating a hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas.

February 8, 2024

How sneaky scammers are using AI to get you to buy fake Super Bowl tickets

Beware of counterfeits if you're shopping for Super Bowl tickets. Scammers are looking for victims hoping to score last-minute tickets.

February 8, 2024

Caitlyn Jenner rips 'narcissist' Lia Thomas' attempt to overturn policy on transgender athletes

Caitlyn Jenner took issue with former collegiate swimmer Lia Thomas' decision to take legal action after the World Aquatics ruling concerning transgender athletes.

February 8, 2024

Republican rage against McConnell rises after border deal debacle, Ukraine funding push

Sen. McConnell faced scrutiny as the GOP opposed the emergency border bill with aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, which was defeated in a 50-49 vote.

February 8, 2024

Adopting fast-growing new tech could help companies transition to 4-day workweek

The growth of artificial intelligence could soon result in unexpected benefits, with its productivity-enhancing features, leading a charge to a four-day workweek.

February 7, 2024

Longshot Biden challenger Marianne Williamson drops out of race: 'Much to be grateful for'

Democrat presidential candidate Marianne Williamson announced she is suspending her presidential campaign challenging President Biden in 2024.