New Zealand: John Oliver's Bird of the Century backing ruffles feathers
US chat show host John Oliver's campaign in support of the pūteketeke is causing some controversy.
2023-11-10 02:56
The designated hitter hasn't always lived up to its title after 2 full MLB seasons in both leagues
The universal designated hitter has been part of Major League Baseball for two full seasons and, much to the chagrin of some National League traditionalists, the sport has survived and even thrived
2023-11-10 02:54
Biden's team says progress on big public works projects may hinge on the outcome of the 2024 vote
The Biden administration says it's started 40,000 construction projects since the passage of major infrastructure legislation two years ago
2023-11-10 02:52
Democrats postpone a subpoena vote in the Supreme Court ethics probe after a blowup with Republicans
Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee have abruptly adjourned a meeting without an expected vote on subpoenas for two conservatives who helped arrange luxury travel and other benefits for Supreme Court justices
2023-11-10 02:50
Top US accident investigator says close calls between planes show that aviation is under stress
The nation’s top accident investigator says a surge in close calls between planes at U.S. airports this year is a clear warning sign that aviation is under stress
2023-11-10 02:48
FBI head cites a 'potential conflict of interest' in the selection process for a new headquarters
The FBI director has told staff in an internal message that he's concerned about a “potential conflict of interest” in the process used by the Biden administration to select a Maryland site for the bureau’s new headquarters
2023-11-10 02:47
Furry Road: Remembering the Krushed Kitty Novelty Toy Scandal
In the late 1980s, thousands of cars were adorned with a seemingly crushed stuffed cat. Not everyone found it funny.
2023-11-10 02:25
Pastor's suicide brings grief, warnings of the dangers of outing amid erosion of LGBTQ+ rights
A small-town Alabama mayor and pastor killed himself after a conservative news site reported he had a social media persona where he dressed in women’s clothing while wearing a wig and makeup
2023-11-10 02:19
Iceland's Blue Lagoon spa closes temporarily as earthquakes put area on alert for volcanic eruption
The Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, one of Iceland’s biggest tourist attractions, has closed temporarily as a swarm of earthquakes put the island nation’s most populated region on alert for a possible volcanic eruption
2023-11-10 01:59
Donald Trump’s lawyers ask judge to end civil fraud trial, seeking verdict in ex-president’s favor
Donald Trump’s lawyers are urging a judge to put an immediate end to the New York civil fraud trial that threatens his real estate empire
2023-11-10 01:53
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds says DeSantis, not Trump, is the best Republican to win the 2024 election
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds says it “feels good to get in the game” after endorsing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for president
2023-11-10 01:49
US House Republican spending plan hits new snag as shutdown looms
WASHINGTON Republicans who control the U.S. House of Representatives delayed another 2024 spending bill on Thursday, leaving their
2023-11-10 01:45