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Published: Mon, 01/08/24

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The Final NFL Playoff Picture Is Set

NFL

As Week 18 approaches in the 2024 NFL season, 20 teams are still vying for the Super Bowl, with nine already in the playoffs and five more spots yet to be decided, amid fluctuating seed positions.

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Deputy Unaware of Austin Hospitalization

USA Today

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin transferred duties to Deputy Kathleen Hicks without informing her of his hospitalization, leading to Hicks unknowingly assuming responsibilities while on vacation.

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Israel War Expansion Alarms U.S.

The Washington Post

The U.S. is alarmed by Israel's consideration of expanding military operations into Lebanon, prompting Biden to send top aides to the Middle East to prevent a full-scale war.

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Oregon Teacher Finds Alaska Jet Door

The Oregonian

A Portland teacher named "Bob" found the door plug from an Alaska Airlines flight in his backyard, aiding the National Transportation Safety Board's investigation into why it detached after takeoff.

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Concerns Raised Over Musk's Drug Usage

The Wall Street Journal

Elon Musk's ongoing use of drugs including LSD, cocaine, ecstasy, and ketamine, raises concerns among executives at Tesla and SpaceX about potential harm to his health and the companies' futures.

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Why Obama Fears Biden Complacency

Axios

High-level Democrats, including Obama, are concerned that Biden's reelection campaign is too complacent and lacking urgency, potentially underestimating the threat of losing to Trump.

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The Northeast Braces for Round 2

NPR

A winter storm is bringing heavy snow to the Northeast, with a storm forecasted in the central U.S., leading to significant Midwest snowfall and severe thunderstorms, including tornadoes, in the South.

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Boebert is Back in Trouble

The Guardian

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert has denied allegations she punched her ex-husband in a Colorado restaurant after he reported an incident of domestic violence to the police.

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Florida GOP Set to Vote on Chair

Associated Press

The Republican Party of Florida plans to vote on removing Chairman Christian Ziegler, who faces a rape accusation, as Governor Ron DeSantis focuses on the upcoming Iowa presidential caucus.

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NYTimes Sounds Trump Alarm

The New York Times

The Times' Editorial Board cautions that re-electing Trump in 2024 risks significant harm to American democracy and global stability due to his past actions and disregard for democratic norms.

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Caddyshack's Cindy Morgan Gone at 69

TMZ

Cindy Morgan, celebrated for her memorable roles in films like "Caddyshack" and "Tron," has passed away at 69, leaving behind a rich legacy of notable performances in both film and television.

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Austin Need for Privacy Backfired

Politico

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's failure to inform key officials about his hospitalization backfired, sparking controversy and concerns over transparency after failing to inform officials.

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Luttig: 14th Amend. Violation is Clear

The Hill

Former federal judge Luttig stated Trump's violation of the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause is clear, and the Supreme Court will likely decide on his disqualification from future presidential runs.

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Poll: Record Low in Satisfaction

Gallup

A record low 28% of U.S. adults are satisfied with democracy, marking a decline from 35% post-Jan. 6 Capitol riot, with satisfaction varying across political parties and education levels.

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Will DeSantis Fold on January 15?

The Hill

There is speculation that DeSantis might drop out of the race if he loses the Iowa caucuses to Trump on January 15, a decision he is expected to announce either that night or the next morning.

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Stefanik Mimics "Hostage" Descriptor

NBC News

Rep. Elise Stefanik refused to commit to certifying the 2024 election results, linking it to the election's constitutionality and criticized Democratic attempts to remove Trump from the ballot.

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"Tidy Mouse" Caught on Tape

BBC

A retired postman, Rodney Holbrook, captured a mouse on camera tidying up his shed every night, a phenomenon he's nicknamed the Welsh Tidy Mouse, continuing for two months.

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Barbie, Oppenheimer, and Succession

The Hollywood Reporter

At the 2024 Golden Globes, 'Oppenheimer,' 'Barbie,' and 'Poor Things' won awards, with new categories introduced and overseen by a diverse group of international journalists after the HFPA's replacement.

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Hasan's Surprise Announcement

Mediaite

Mehdi Hasan announced his departure from MSNBC and the end of his show during the final episode, amidst network changes and after speculation about the sidelining of Muslim anchors.

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How Trump Win Could Elevate His No. 2

The New Yorker

Legal challenges and debates intensify over the Constitution possibly disqualifying Trump from the 2024 election, potentially placing his running mate in office if he wins but cannot serve.

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Utah Funds Health Care for Immigrant Children

For the Left

Utah is providing taxpayer-funded health insurance to 2,000 children who arrived in the U.S. illegally, following California's lead to ease access to medical services for immigrant families.

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Smith’s New Evidence on Trump's Jan. 6 Actions

For the Right

Trump displayed indifference to halting the Capitol riot and focused on TV, even after learning of Pence’s relocation for safety, as revealed by testimonies including his deputy chief of staff.

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