Catering Thanksgiving for the Bidens: A 26-Year Relationship “`

We opened a family-friendly restaurant and sports bar on Nantucket in 1997, aiming to create a welcoming community hub. Nantucket’s reputation attracts the wealthy, but we cherished the island’s strong sense of local support. Starting a restaurant was challenging, but community assistance helped us secure funding. Our commitment to treating every customer with equal respect, […]

Menendez Brothers’ Resentencing Hearing Postponed “`

A Los Angeles judge has adjourned the Menendez brothers’ resentencing hearing until next year, delaying a decision on their potential release after over three decades in prison for the murder of their parents. The 1989 shotgun killings of Jose and Kitty Menendez in their Beverly Hills home garnered significant public attention. Prosecutors claimed the brothers […]

Deadly Clashes Erupt as Imran Khan Supporters Storm Islamabad in Protest

In Islamabad, supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan breached the shipping container barriers securing the capital on Tuesday, resulting in at least six fatalities amid the ensuing violence. Protesters clashed with security forces, disregarding the government’s warning of lethal force. The deceased included four security personnel and a civilian, killed when a vehicle […]

Walmart Reverses Diversity and Inclusion Programs Amid Conservative Pushback “`

Facing pressure from conservative activists, Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, is scaling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, following a trend among major corporations. Walmart’s changes, confirmed Monday, are extensive. These include ending a five-year commitment to a racial equity center established in 2020, withdrawing from a prominent LGBTQ+ rights index, and ceasing […]

Science-Driven Global Solutions: A Path Forward “`

At the TIME100 Talks in London, three leading figures examined the critical challenge of translating scientific breakthroughs into practical, global solutions—from environmental sustainability to space exploration. In a discussion led by TIME’s Phil Caldwell, Ceres Power’s CEO, space scientist and communicator Margaret Aderin-Pocock, and Michael Short, former chief scientific advisor for the U.K. Department for […]

COP29: A Disappointing but Crucial Climate Deal “`

The UN climate conference, COP29, concluded without universal satisfaction. Developed nations’ commitment to substantially increase annual climate funding for developing countries fell short of expectations. The lack of stronger commitments to reduce fossil fuel emissions also drew criticism, and delegates remained deeply divided on new carbon market regulations. The late conclusion time, after extensive negotiations, […]

Election Interference Case Against Trump Dismissed

WASHINGTON — On Monday, Special Counsel Jack Smith requested a federal judge dismiss the case against President-elect Donald Trump, citing long-standing Justice Department policy protecting presidents from prosecution while in office. This court filing concludes the Justice Department’s attempt to hold Trump accountable for what prosecutors described as a criminal conspiracy to retain power before […]

Safe Thanksgiving Food Preparation Tips

The holidays are upon us, a time when many Americans accustomed to simpler meals prepare elaborate feasts. This isn’t easy. Food poisoning outbreaks increase in November and December, according to the CDC. Undercooked stuffing and contaminated gravy from holiday gatherings have caused illness and even death, CDC investigations reveal. Preparing large meals safely can be […]

24 Dead After Two Boats Sink off Madagascar

Somalia’s government reported on Sunday that 24 people perished after two boats capsized off the coast of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean. According to Somalia’s Foreign Minister, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, 46 individuals were rescued from the disaster. He stated that authorities are diligently working to ensure the safe return and proper care of the survivors. […]

Earth’s Temporary Mini-Moon Departing

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A small asteroid, which has been orbiting Earth for the past two months, is departing. The asteroid’s trajectory will shift on Monday due to the sun’s gravitational pull. However, a brief return visit is anticipated in January. NASA plans to utilize a radar antenna to study the 33-foot (10-meter) asteroid, […]

Erdoğan Seeks to Extend His Rule in Turkey “`

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Turkey’s leader for over two decades, has navigated numerous crises that would have toppled lesser leaders: economic downturns, a coup attempt, a refugee influx, a failed assassination attempt, corruption allegations, international criticism, and a war. A shrewd populist, Erdoğan skillfully manages alliances and rivalries, prioritizing electoral success above all else. By weakening […]

US Hit by Sweeping Storms, Thanksgiving Storm Expected “`

A storm system brought heavy snow and record rainfall to California, triggering minor landslides and street flooding. Simultaneously, blizzard or winter storm warnings were in effect across the Northeast and central Appalachia. Another weather system is anticipated to reach the Pacific Northwest during Thanksgiving week, persisting into Tuesday, and bringing rain and higher-elevation snowfall, according […]

Developing Nations Reject Draft Climate Funding Deal, Jeopardizing COP29 “`

BAKU, Azerbaijan — Negotiations between developed and developing nations at the UN climate talks entered overtime on Saturday, with intense discussions focused on securing funding for climate change mitigation and adaptation in developing countries. However, a draft proposal faced significant opposition, particularly from African nations and small island states, leading to several nations leaving the […]