Senators call for federal probe into Musk’s contact with Russia
Musk’s reported relations with Russia “pose serious questions” about US national security, the Democratic senators argue.
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Malcolm X’s family sues FBI, CIA and NYPD over his murder
The family of the murdered black civil rights activist accuse the agencies of having a role in his death.
Democrats’ Message at COP29 Climate Talks: Don’t Panic
American officials are seeking to assure the world that U.S. climate action won’t end with the return of Donald Trump as president.
The Tudor effect: the English historic houses profiting from Wolf Hall
An increasing interest in Henry VIII and the new BBC drama about his reign have boosted visitor numbers for castles and palaces used as filming locations and connected to the king A capricious and cruel autocrat handing out privileges and punishments, women struggling to assert themselves, the populist mob at the gate – and through…
‘This is perfect’ – my ideal winter cottage, in north Wales
This cosy homestead offers all the simple pleasures for a winter escape: great scenery, log burners, no wifi and a pile of paperbacks The lane gets steeper and narrower, the roar of the river louder. We turn to cross the old stone bridge and, two farm gates later, are bouncing up through a forest of gnarly oak and moss-swaddled…
Paul beats Tyson, 58, on points in drab contest
Jake Paul leaves a permanent stain on two-time heavyweight champion Mike Tyson’s boxing legacy with a tedious points win in Texas.
Man who killed gay US student sentenced to life
Samuel Woodward stabbed gay, Jewish college student Blaze Bernstein more than 28 times
Trump cabinet picks battle misconduct claims and controversy
The president-elect’s nominees for defence secretary, attorney general and health secretary are under heavy scrutiny.
Karoline Leavitt to become youngest White House press secretary
Trump has tapped his 27-year-old campaign press secretary to stand behind the podium in the White House briefing room.
United by loyalty, Trump’s new team members have competing agendas
This week has revealed much about Trump’s ambition but also hinted at tests and headaches that may lay ahead.