Russia-Ukraine war: Drone attacks continue on Kyiv and eastern Ukraine
Air raid sirens sound shortly before midnight as the latest in a wave of attacks by Russia over the New Year period begins.
Read morePope Benedict XVI: Lying in state at the Vatican begins
Tens of thousands of people are expected to pay their respects to Benedict XVI before his funeral on Thursday.
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Opinion: What McCarthy’s silence about George Santos reveals
GOP Rep.-elect George Santos has been making headlines since December 19 — when The New York Times published its jaw-dropping article documenting his litany of false claims…
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Analysis: This is McCarthy’s problem
House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy is hoping all’s well that ends well when it comes to becoming speaker of the chamber. The current minority leader and former…
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Not long after the announcement, a group of GOP hardliners put out a letter saying some of the concessions are insufficient
House GOP leader Kevin McCarthy outlined some of the concessions that he has agreed to in his campaign for speaker on a Sunday evening conference call —…
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George Santos Goes to Washington as His Life of Fantasy Comes Into Focus
Mr. Santos, under scrutiny for lies about his background, is set to be sworn into Congress on Tuesday even as records, colleagues and friends divulge more about…
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India Emerges as Key Global Player Amid Russia’s War in Ukraine
The invasion of Ukraine, compounding the effects of the pandemic, has contributed to the ascent of a giant that defies easy alignment. It could be the decisive…
Read more13 bison dead after semi-truck crashes into the animals outside of Yellowstone National Park
Police said the bison were struck on a highway in Montana, and some had to be later euthanized due to severe injuries.
Read moreMega Millions jackpot reaches $785 million, sixth highest in lottery history
The next drawing of Mega Millions comes with a $785 million jackpot and will be held Tuesday night.
Read moreToday in History for January 2nd
Highlights of Today in History: West Virginia mine blast; JFK declares he’s running for President; Japan captures Manila, Philippines during WWII; Lindbergh baby trial begins; Annie closes…
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Here are the top stories for Sunday, January 1: Brazil’s president is sworn in; officers are attacked in New York; California hit with powerful storm; polar plunge…
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Royal Australian Mint’s prized first coin of 2023 celebrates ‘creatures of the deep’
Collectors from across Australia travelled to the nation’s capital for the chance to take home the first pressed coin of the new year.
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The most important New Year’s resolution you’ll make: write a will
More than half of Australia’s population haven’t written a will. Here’s why legal experts say you should and how to get started.
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‘Ready for change’: Linda Burney unveils draft date for Indigenous voice referendum
Indigenous Australians Minister Linda Burney says the referendum on the Indigenous voice to parliament could be held as early as August.
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Former Pope Benedict XVI remembered in Australia
In Australia, politicians, Catholic leaders and churchgoers are mourning the loss of the former pope, but church abuse survivors say the sentiment is inappropriate.
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‘Celebrating New Year’s in the air’: Unexpected start to 2023 for Australian passengers on diverted flights
The travel plans of Australian passengers have been disrupted after two flights made landings earlier than expected.
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