Supreme Court to hear case that could vastly expand presidential powers – NPR

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Lead: The Supreme Court on Monday heard argument in a high-stakes challenge over whether President Trump lawfully removed Rebecca Kelly Slaughter from her seat on the Federal Trade Commission. Slaughter, first appointed in 2018 and reappointed by President Biden for a term through 2029, was told in March that her service was “inconsistent” with the … Read more

Trump Flags $72bn Netflix–Warner Bros Deal as Potential Problem

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US President Donald Trump said on Sunday in Washington DC that Netflix’s announced $72bn (£54bn) agreement to acquire Warner Bros Discovery’s film studio and HBO streaming assets “could be a problem,” signaling an unusual level of White House attention on the proposed tie-up. The companies disclosed the deal on Friday, saying franchises such as Harry … Read more

One UI 8.5 beta program: Supported Galaxy devices

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Lead Samsung has launched a traditional One UI 8.5 beta program this year that is not restricted to Galaxy Z foldables. The initial rollout covers six markets — the US, the UK, Korea, Germany, Poland and India — and, at launch, only the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra are eligible. The company has excluded … Read more

Trump: Netflix’s $72B Warner Bros. Purchase ‘Could Be a Problem’ Over Market Share

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Lead President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Netflix’s announced plan to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for $72 billion “could be a problem” because of the combined companies’ market share. Speaking on the red carpet at the Kennedy Center Honors, he said regulators and the administration will review the deal after Netflix disclosed the proposed … Read more

Watch the 2026 Golden Globes Nominations Livestream

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The 2026 Golden Globe nominations will be revealed early Monday morning, with Marlon Wayans and Skye P. Marshall set to make the announcement at 5:15 a.m. PT/8:15 a.m. ET. Eleven categories will be unveiled exclusively on CBS Mornings at 5:30 a.m. PT/8:30 a.m. ET, and the full slate of nominees across 28 categories — including … Read more

Andy Reid on fourth down: I was wrong in hindsight, I messed that one up

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Lead Chiefs head coach Andy Reid accepted responsibility after a pivotal fourth-down call late Sunday night that shifted momentum in a 10-10 game. With the score tied in the fourth quarter he elected to go for fourth-and-1 at Kansas City’s own 31-yard line; Patrick Mahomes’ pass fell incomplete and the Texans converted the takeaway into … Read more

Indiana Redistricting Faces Crucial State Senate Test

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Lead Lawmakers in the Indiana Senate are set to take up a Republican-drawn congressional map in a committee hearing Monday that could determine whether the plan reaches a final vote later this week. The proposal, introduced last week and already passed by the GOP supermajority in the state House, would reshape Indianapolis and northwest Indiana … Read more

Starmer to Host Zelenskiy as Leaders Seek Pivotal Shift in Ukraine Talks

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Lead On December 8, 2025, in London, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy alongside French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The early‑afternoon meeting at Downing Street aims to steer US‑led negotiations toward a settlement designed to protect Ukraine from future Russian aggression. British officials frame the gathering … Read more

Horoscope for Monday, December 08, 2025 – Chicago Sun-Times

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Lead: On Monday, December 8, 2025, the Moon moves through Leo and there is no Moon Alert, meaning no astrological restrictions on shopping or major decisions today. The day’s chart favors bold feelings but also raises frictions around authority, money and close relationships. Expect short tempers and prickly conversations in public and private settings, while … Read more

China’s exports rise 5.9% in November as U.S. shipments plunge 29%

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Lead China’s exports rebounded in November, rising 5.9% year-on-year to $330.3 billion after a 1.1% decline in October, according to customs figures released Monday. Shipments to the United States, by contrast, fell nearly 29% year-on-year in November, marking an eighth consecutive month of double-digit declines to that market. Imports grew 1.9% to about $218.6 billion, … Read more

Netflix Co‑CEO Met With Trump About Warner Bros. Deal, Reports Say

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Lead: In November, Netflix co‑CEO Ted Sarandos reportedly met with former President Donald Trump to discuss Netflix’s $82.7 billion proposal to acquire Warner Bros. The meeting, first reported by Bloomberg and The Hollywood Reporter and later covered by TechCrunch on December 7, 2025, reportedly left Sarandos with the impression the president would not immediately oppose … Read more

19 Everyday Habits Quietly Undermining Your Health

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Health experts and behavior specialists are increasingly warning that 19 common daily routines can chip away at wellbeing over time. Drawing on recent reporting and expert commentary, the list highlights small, often overlooked behaviours—from an ‘‘all‑or‑nothing’’ approach to skipping brief movement—that accumulate into measurable risks. These habits are widespread across ages and settings, and they … Read more