"Miscarriage of justice:" White House press secretary explains Biden pardon
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White House defends Hunter Biden pardon amid backlash : Republicans and some Democrats have accused Joe Biden of damaging trust in the justice department.
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Quick Glance: Biden's Pardon for Hunter: Political Fallout and Criticism
- Joe Biden unexpectedly announced a sweeping pardon for his son Hunter Biden, which also covers future charges.
- The decision has prompted fierce allegations of hypocrisy from Republicans, while a Democratic governor expressed disappointment over the impact on Biden's reputation.
- Biden's actions may have fundamentally altered the rules governing the use of presidential pardons, increasing the potential for political misuse.
- Trump and his supporters could use Biden's decision as justification for similar actions during his next term.
NFL’s Azeez Al-Shaair Apologizes For Viral Hit On Trevor Lawrence—But Criticizes ‘Racist And Islamophobic’ Attacks
forbes.com/sites/maryroeloffs/2024/12/02/nfls-azeez-al-shaair-apologizes-for-viral-hit-on-trevor-lawrence-but-criticizes-racist-and-islamophobic-attacks/
Quick Glance: Trevor Lawrence Injured: Jaguars QB Out After Dirty Hit
- Trevor Lawrence exited the game against the Texans in the second quarter due to a significant hit, suffering a concussion.
- Chaos ensued as referees intervened following a brawl, leading to Azeez Al-Shaair's ejection for the foul.
- Mac Jones stepped in as quarterback, nearly leading the Jaguars to victory before a 23-20 loss.
- Coach Doug Pederson stated Lawrence is in concussion protocol but it's too early to discuss shutting him down for the season.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Saturday that he plans on firing current FBI director Christopher Wray and replacing him with longtime ally Kash Patel ... Show more
Quick Glance: Republican Senators Rally Behind Kash Patel for FBI Director
- Several Republican senators expressed support for Kash Patel's nomination as FBI Director.
- Concerns were raised regarding potential politicization of the FBI under Patel's leadership.
- Senators Bill Hagerty and Ted Cruz praised Patel as a necessary reformer for the FBI.
- Democratic senators cautioned against the possible weaponization of the FBI with Patel in charge.
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AMD's Radeon RX 8800 XT "RDNA 4" GPU allegedly offers strong RT & rasterization uplifts while keeping the power consumption at a minimum
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AMD Radeon RX 8800 XT "RDNA 4" GPU Allegedly Offers 45% Faster RT Performance Than 7900 XTX, On-Par With RTX 4080 In Raster & Lower Power Too
AMD Radeon RX 8800 XT "RDNA 4" GPU Allegedly Offers 45% Faster RT Performance Than 7900 XTX, On-Par With RTX 4080 In Raster & Lower Power Too
Quick Glance: Zephyr Unveils Radeon RX 6000 Graphics Cards
- Zephyr has launched a new series of Radeon GPUs featuring RDNA2 architecture.
- The Radeon RX 6000 cards include models such as the RX 6900 XT, RX 6800 XT, and RX 6800, along with three RX 6600 models.
- The RX 6650 XT is the only model with a white PCB, while the others have black PCBs.
- The new cards are expected to primarily be available in the Chinese market, although their availability in other regions may be limited.
Elon Musk buying Twitter might not have been such a bad move after all: xAI and the billionaire's growing political power could be giving X a valuation boost
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X: "eXit" by Dunja Hayali and Sawsan Chebli - dozens of celebrities leave the platform
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Quick Glance: Celebrities Exit X Due to Toxic Environment
- More than 60 German celebrities and institutions announce their departure from the platform X.
- Notable figures include Dunja Hayali and Jo Schück, along with several NS memorial sites.
- The criticized conditions involve an unmoderated environment that promotes hate and incitement.
- Alternatives like Bluesky, TikTok, and Instagram are being considered as new platforms.
Wedding photographer and family shocked by sickening 'racist' insults from fellow United passenger: video
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Quick Glance: Taufiq Family Faces Racist Abuse on United Flight
- Pervez Taufiq and his Indian American family were harassed by a fellow passenger after their United Airlines flight landed in Los Angeles.
- The woman shouted racist insults during the bus ride to the terminal, which Taufiq captured on video.
- United staff were alerted, leading to the woman's removal from the bus after Taufiq confronted her about her abusive behavior.
- Taufiq, a wedding photographer, received numerous supportive messages following the incident.
Quick Glance: Intel Initiates Change Following Gelsinger's Departure
- Pat Gelsinger has retired as Intel's CEO, with David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus appointed as interim co-CEOs.
- Gelsinger led Intel through a challenging period marked by significant layoffs and cost-cutting measures.
- His tenure was plagued by multiple product delays and missed opportunities in the Artificial Intelligence sector.
- The restructuring aims to refocus on the product division while the board searches for a new CEO.
The Netherlands' Sifan Hassan and Botswana's Letsile Tebogo were voted world athletes of the year 2024 after scooping multiple medals at the Paris Olympics ... Show more
Olympic champions Hassan, Tebogo named world athletes of the year | Reuters
Olympic champions Hassan, Tebogo named world athletes of the year | Reuters
Quick Glance: Olympic Champions Hassan and Tebogo Named Athletes of the Year
- Sifan Hassan and Letsile Tebogo were named Athletes of the Year by World Athletics.
- Hassan achieved three Olympic medals in Paris, including gold in the marathon.
- Tebogo became the first African Olympic champion in the 200m and also received an award.
- Other athletes recognized for their exceptional performances included Armand Duplantis and Yaroslava Mahuchikh.
Elton John Says He’s Lost His Eyesight After An Infection: Speaking at the opening of his new musical in London, the musician revealed he wasn’t able to see the ...
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Quick Glance: Elton John Discusses Vision Issues Post Eye Infection
- Elton John was unable to see his own musical performance due to an ongoing eye infection.
- He mentioned that his vision problems have limited his ability to attend previews of the show.
- Despite these challenges, he remains hopeful about his healing process and potential recovery of his sight.
- John has previously created significant works, including scores for "The Devil Wears Prada" and "Tammy Faye."
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FULL STORY: Ipswich release statement after captain Sam Morsy refused to wear Rainbow armband against Nottingham Forest | The Sun
Quick Glance: Ipswich Captain Morsy Refuses Rainbow Armband
- Sam Morsy, captain of Ipswich Town, declined to wear a LGBTQ+ rainbow armband for religious reasons.
- The Premier League and its clubs celebrated LGBTQ+ inclusion through the Rainbow Laces campaign, which has been significant since 2013.
- Ipswich Town respected Morsy's choice while reaffirming their commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and support for the Rainbow Laces campaign.
- The club aims to foster a respectful environment for all individuals, both on and off the pitch.
Internal transactions at food giant ADM spark a sprawling criminal probe Internal transactions at food giant ADM spark a sprawling criminal probe | Reuters
From Kai Madison to Don Jr: Who’s who in the Trump clan: Donald Trump Jr. takes on the role of fiery agitator, Lara Trump steers the Republican Party as co-chair ...
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Crockett to Republicans criticizing Hunter Biden pardon: ‘Take a look in the mirror’
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Israel threatens to 'respond with force' after Hezbollah fires towards IDF in 'ceasefire violation'
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Quick Glance: Israeli Strikes Result in Casualties in Lebanon
- Israeli attacks have killed two individuals, including a security officer, as violations of the ceasefire with Hezbollah continue.
- Hezbollah retaliated by targeting an Israeli military base, citing repeated breaches of the ceasefire agreement.
- Reports suggest Israel is using the ceasefire period to advance into new areas in Lebanon, while Hezbollah has responded with rocket fire.
- Despite US assurances regarding the ceasefire, Israel has violated the agreement over 54 times and threatens further escalation.
The first reviews are in for #CreatureCommandos - currently it's Fresh at 100% on the Tomatometer, with 10 reviews: Creature Commandos: Season 1 | Rotten Tomatoes
Democrats frustrated as Biden pardons son Hunter, reverses stance: The 82-year-old president said in a statement that his son's prosecution on charges of tax ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/12/02/nation/democrats-frustrated-biden-reverses-course-pardons-hunter/
Trump warns ‘hell to pay’ if Gaza hostages not freed before his inauguration: US President-elect Donald Trump on Monday warned Gaza militants of massive ...
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US screened record 3.08 million airline passengers on Sunday, agency says US screened record 3.08 million airline passengers on Sunday, agency says | Reuters
Progress Being Made on JonBenét Ramsey Case, Sources Say: People familiar with the case say that new techniques are being applied to the investigation into the ...
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Hunter Biden pardoned: Hypocrisy in the White House has consequences: With the pardon of his son Hunter, President Biden bids farewell to the White House as a ...
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49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (knee) potentially out for season 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (knee) potentially out for season | Reuters
Quick Glance: McCaffrey May Miss Season Due to Knee Injury
- Christian McCaffrey suffered a PCL injury during the game against the Buffalo Bills, potentially ending his season.
- He had already missed the first eight games of the season due to a calf/Achilles injury.
- Backup Jordan Mason is expected to step into the starting role as McCaffrey may be sidelined.
- McCaffrey played only four games this season, accumulating 202 rushing yards and 146 receiving yards.
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Raskin challenges Nadler for top Democratic spot on House Judiciary panel: Rep. Jamie Raskin, who served as the lead Democratic prosecutor in Donald Trump's ...
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‘Major compromise’: How Ukraine’s Zelenskyy shifted goals to end Russia war: For the first time, Zelenskyy has said the war could end without Ukraine getting ...
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Quick Glance: Zelenskyy's Strategy Shift to End Ukraine War
- President Zelenskyy seeks a swift end to the war with Russia, proposing diplomatic solutions for the return of occupied territories.
- He calls for NATO security guarantees for the regions currently controlled by Ukraine to conclude the 'hot phase' of the conflict.
- Public opinion in Ukraine is shifting towards favoring a quick resolution to the war, even with territorial concessions.
- Zelenskyy emphasizes the need for direct communication with incoming US President Trump, while Ukraine's NATO membership remains a key aspect of his peace strategy.
🔊 Russian and Syrian jets have struck the rebel-held city of Idlib in northern Syria as President Bashar al-Assad vows to crush insurgents who swept into the ... Show more
Hunter Biden, Syria, Panama Canal and space junk | Reuters
Hunter Biden, Syria, Panama Canal and space junk | Reuters
After Joe Biden’s pardon, Hunter Biden’s lawyer files to dismiss cases : The U.S. President’s full and unconditional pardon ‘requires dismissal of the indictment ...
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NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss is battling 'internal' health issue, urges men to get blood work
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Roger Golubski, ex-KCKPD detective accused of abuse, dead ahead of trial start: Authorities rushed to the former Kansas City, Kansas, police detective's ...
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Quick Glance: Former Detective Dies by Suicide Before Trial Starts
- Roger Golubski, a former Kansas police detective, was found dead at home before he was set to stand trial for kidnapping and raping two women.
- His attorney reported that Golubski was despondent over recent media coverage of the case.
- The allegations against him date back to the 1980s and include complicity with a drug kingpin in trafficking underage girls.
- The credibility of the alleged victims is central to the upcoming trial, as prosecutors have limited evidence beyond their testimonies.
💻✨ Cyber Monday is calling! 🔥 Don’t miss our top tips for finding the best deals and saving big. Shop smart, save more! 💸 #CyberMonday Learn more: The Best Tech Deals Today | Digital Trends
Quick Glance: Cyber Monday 2024: Key Details and Shopping Insights
- Cyber Monday 2024 is scheduled for Monday, December 2.
- Sales events often begin before the holiday and can last up to a week.
- Major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Target will offer significant discounts on tech, toys, and more.
- The quality of Cyber Monday deals has become comparable to Black Friday offerings.
Chicago Cubs agree with left-hander Matthew Boyd on a 2-year, $29 million contract
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