America's billions in aid to Ukraine isn't charity but it can't be wasted

  (USA TODAY) : A Special Inspector General in Ukraine will help us make better investments to deter Russia and protect America's national security interests.            ..

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'We are fed up': Youth climate activists occupy McCarthy office to protest shutdown effort

A group of youth climate activists occupied House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's office in Washington, D.C. on Thursday to condemn the Republican leader and his caucus for pushing the U.S. government to the brink of a destructive

Republican moderates stymie McCarthy on agriculture, FDA bill

House Republicans failed to pass legislation to fund Agriculture, Rural Development and the Food and Drug Administration late Thursday night after more than two dozen moderate Republicans came out against a provision that would

There's one 'lucky' group of homeowners in America's housing market, says a Zillow economist

It's those who are downsizing, as prices have gained nearly 50% since the pre-pandemic days, Zillow's Skylar Olsen told MarketWatch.

New California law raises minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour, will be highest in industry

“That’s a romanticized version of a world that doesn’t exist,” Newsom said. “We have the opportunity to reward that contribution, reward that sacrifice and stabilize an industry.”

2023 People's Choice Country Awards: Complete winners list

Toby Keith received the Icon Award at the 2023 People's Choice Country Awards on Thursday night. Here is a look at the complete winners list.

Democratic officials urge leaders to denounce No Labels in internal email

"We need to do everything we can to stop this effort NOW, and not wait until they name a ticket and this becomes a runaway train," a Democratic Party official in Utah said in an email obtained by CBS News.

Metropolitan police says officers back on armed duty after protest

More than 100 firearms officers had handed in their accreditation after a colleague was charged with murder over 2022 shooting of Chris Kaba The Metropolitan police service has announced its firearms officers are back on normal

The second presidential primary debate failed to yield a clear alternative to Trump as front-runner to secure the Republican nomination.

The second presidential primary debate failed to yield a clear alternative to Trump as front-runner to secure the Republican nomination.

House overwhelmingly approves Ukraine aid

The House late Thursday night overwhelmingly approved $300 million in new aid to Ukraine. The 311-117 vote came after House GOP leaders on Wednesday stripped the Ukraine assistance from a Pentagon funding bill. All "no"

Lions beat Packers on TNF, take early control of NFC North

The Lions move to 3-1 on the season and are positioning themselves for a shot at their first NFC North crown.

How to watch The Ryder Cup? TV channel and live stream details plus odds and full schedule

The Ryder Cup is back, with Europe and the USA doing battle in Rome as Rory McIlroy and teammates seek to avenge their 2021 defeat against a star-studded Team USA

With Argentina ravaged by inflation, presidential candidate touts the US dollar

TIGRE, Argentina — Millennials and zoomers wave bright yellow "Don't Tread On Me" flags at truckers and bus drivers enthusiastically beeping their horns while passing the rally. The man of the hour, distinguished by a

Republican Says Biden Impeachment Inquiry Belongs on 'Back Burner'

Representative Ken Buck, a conservative from Colorado, on Thursday said that he thinks "there is nothing worse than a shutdown" at the moment for Congress.

Japan to release second batch of wastewater from Fukushima nuclear plant next week

UN-approved release to go ahead despite China’s ban on all Japanese sea imports following first batch Japan will begin releasing a second batch of wastewater from the crippled Fukushima nuclear plant from next week, its operator has

Trump begs Fox News to 'stop with the bad debates and negative ads'

Donald Trump Thursday night took a swipe at Fox News and the GOP debates, calling on an end to the primary and on those in the media to "stop with the bad debates and negative ads." Trump on Thursday suggested that some of

Members of the Biden family capitalized on Joe Biden's political success by invoking the Biden name to bolster their business pursuits in deals worth millions of dollars, a practice that extended beyond Hunter Biden, a Wall Street Journal examination show

Members of the Biden family capitalized on Joe Biden’s political success by invoking the Biden name to bolster their business pursuits in deals worth millions of dollars, a practice that extended beyond Hunter Biden, a Wall Street

A divided government panel recommended that Congress impose substantialrestrictions ona powerful spying program, arguing the tool threatens Americans' privacy.

A divided government panel recommended that Congress impose substantial restrictions on a powerful spying program, arguing the tool threatens Americans’ privacy.

Experts Answer Questions About Sex Most Of You Are Probably Wondering About But Might Be Too Shy To Ask

"I'm a 31-year-old woman who has never had sex. I had some health issues in college, so I feel like I missed the boat. The more time that passes, the more concerned I am to admit my inexperience to any future partner. If I

Man shot as tempers flare in New Mexico over statue of Spanish conquistador

Chaos erupted Thursday as a gunshot rang out during a protest in northern New Mexico where officials had planned to install a statue of Spanish conquistador Juan de Onate, an event that county officials had already postponed

Rasmus Hojlund must do what six other Manchester United players have failed to do

Man Utd made Rasmus Hojlund the seventh most expensive player in their history in the summer and he has made a bright start to life at Old Trafford.

'SPY x FAMILY' Season 2 trailer teases the return of the eclectic, deadly Forger family

Crunchyroll has released the trailer for Season 2 of "SPY x FAMILY," teasing the return of the eclectic but deadly Forger family.

Train strikes today: Everything you need to know about September and October rail industrial action

‘This is a political dispute caused by the government,’ claims train drivers’ union

House passes homeland security appropriations bill

The House passed the Homeland Security appropriations bill on Thursday, making it the fourth government funding bill the House has passed.

Danushka Gunathilaka's girlfriend: Sri Lankan cricket star thanks woman who wouldn't let go of his hand - after he was found not guilty of 'stealthing' his Tinder date

Sri Lankan international cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka was found not guilty of sexual assault without consent at Sydney Downing Centre District Court on Thursday.

Trump said in a legal filing that he wouldn't seek to move the state racketeering case against him to a federal jurisdiction, a surprise move that would mean his Georgia trial would likely be televised.

Trump said in a legal filing that he wouldn’t seek to move the state racketeering case against him to a federal jurisdiction, a surprise move that would mean his Georgia trial would likely be televised.

Beijing and Washington are paving the way for Chinese leader Xi to visit the U.S., moving ahead with high-level official exchanges and taking other steps to improve the tone of their turbulent relations.

Beijing and Washington are paving the way for Chinese leader Xi to visit the U.S., moving ahead with high-level official exchanges and taking other steps to improve the tone of their turbulent relations. 

David Montgomery runs wild as Lions beat Packers 34-20 to take early command of NFC North

David Montgomery rushed for 121 yards and three touchdowns, and the Detroit Lions asserted themselves as the team to beat in the NFC North, dominating the first half and beating the Green Bay Packers 34-20

Lions carve up Packers behind David Montgomery's 3 touchdowns, 121 rushing yards

The Detroit Lions picked up a big win over the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night, 34-20. David Montgomery ran all over the opposing defense.

'Bachelor in Paradise': Why did Sam leave Clayton's season of 'The Bachelor'?

"Bachelor in Paradise" star Sam appeared on Clayton's season of "The Bachelor," but left on the first night after only one conversation with him.

House GOP approves Homeland Security funding bill

House Republicans late Thursday night approved legislation to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for fiscal year 2024. The legislation cleared the chamber in a 220-208 vote. Passing the bill will not help prevent a

U.S. readout excludes Canada as Blinken meets India's top diplomat

Canada PM Justin Trudeau said there are "credible allegations" the Indian government orchestrated the extra-judicial slaying of a Sikh separatist in Canada.

House approves bill providing $300 million in aid to Ukraine

The House voted to provide $300 million in aid to Ukraine, passing the measure as a standalone bill after it was stripped from the annual defense spending bill in an effort by GOP leaders to appease hardline conservatives and secure

A bipartisan group of senators is introducing a resolution pressing Russia to release Wall Street Journal correspondent Evan Gershkovich as he hits six months in detention after being arrested while on a reporting trip.

A bipartisan group of senators is introducing a resolution pressing Russia to release Wall Street Journal correspondent Evan Gershkovich as he hits six months in detention after being arrested while on a reporting trip.

House passes defense appropriations after multiple failures

After two failed rule votes, a procedural vote then having to go back to the Rules Committee to strip Ukraine funding out of the bill, and another procedural vote, the House finally passed its version of the annual Pentagon funding