Andrea Mitchell
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Andrea Mitchell
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Midwest Independent. Not the NBC lady.
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“I had not given any thought of playing again until about 48 hours ago, to be honest with you,” a candid Philip Rivers said while standing in front of a group of reporters at the Indianapolis Colts facility.
‘Dadgummit, let’s freaking go’ – Philip Rivers returns to the NFL with Colts | CNN
“I had not given any thought of playing again until about 48 hours ago, to be honest with you,” a candid Philip Rivers said while standing in front a group of reporters at the Indianapolis Colts facil...
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December 11, 2025 at 5:28 AM
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Using U.S. forces to take control of a merchant ship is unusual and marks the Trump administration's latest push to increase pressure on Maduro, who has been charged with narcoterrorism. n.pr/44RqD1k
Trump says the U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
Using U.S. forces to take control of a merchant ship is unusual and marks the Trump administration's latest push to increase pressure on Maduro, who has been charged with narcoterrorism.
n.pr
December 11, 2025 at 5:29 AM
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Batteries are getting cheaper and allowing solar power to be used beyond daylight hours, according to a new analysis from clean energy think tank Ember
Cheaper Battery Storage Enabling ‘Anytime’ Solar, Ember Says
Batteries are getting cheaper and allowing solar power to be used beyond daylight hours, according to new analysis from clean energy think tank Ember.
bloom.bg
December 11, 2025 at 5:30 AM
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The Trump administration has announced plans for a new militarized zone in California, along the U.S.–Mexico border to "support ongoing border security operations."
Trump administration reveals new militarized zone plan for California-Mexico border
Some 760 acres of public land in San Diego and Imperial counties is being transferred to the Navy to support border security, plan says.
www.axios.com
December 11, 2025 at 6:17 AM
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Trump launches gold card program for expedited visas with a $1 million price tag reut.rs/48RVxbe
Trump launches gold card program for expedited visas with a $1 million price tag
President Donald Trump's administration officially launched his "Trump Gold Card" visa program on Wednesday to provide a pathway, with a steep price, for non-U.S. citizens to get expedited permission to live in the United States.
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December 11, 2025 at 6:25 AM
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Oil tanker seized by US near Venezuela was falsely flying Guyana flag, government says reut.rs/4iSjnZ0
Oil tanker seized by US near Venezuela was falsely flying Guyana flag, government says
Guyana's maritime authority said on Wednesday that supertanker Skipper carrying Venezuelan oil, which was seized by the United States, was falsely flying Guyana's flag.
reut.rs
December 11, 2025 at 6:40 AM
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Over 30 sanctioned ships in Venezuela at risk after US tanker seizure reut.rs/4q6sjfK
Over 30 sanctioned ships in Venezuela at risk after US tanker seizure
More than 30 U.S.-sanctioned oil vessels doing business in Venezuela could face punishment by Washington after the Coast Guard seized a supertanker carrying Venezuelan crude for export, according to shipping data.
reut.rs
December 11, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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With more instances of Donald Trump appearing fatigued or forgetful, Americans are again seeing evidence of a president who lacks the energy to do his demanding job, @dgraham.bsky.social argues.
The Enfeebling of the President
Trump is showing signs that he’s lost the physical stamina to do the job.
bit.ly
December 11, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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Sherrone Moore, the University of Michigan’s former head football coach, was being held at the county jail in Ann Arbor, Michigan, early Thursday, hours after he was fired over what the university described as an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.
Michigan Football Coach Is Detained After Being Fired
The University of Michigan fired Sherrone Moore earlier in the day, an abrupt end to his career there, one of the highest profile jobs in college football.
nyti.ms
December 11, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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"The Trump administration's seizure of an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela is one of the most dramatic twists yet in a military pressure campaign against Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro," writes Stephen Collinson | Analysis https://cnn.it/4oN5Jrc
December 11, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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Home health workers and caregivers play a vital role in the health-care system as America ages and demand surges.

But government funding cuts, worker shortages, and immigration limits are adding new pressures to an industry already struggling to keep up. https://wapo.st/3KUJQZd
December 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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A pregnant woman's ride to a San Francisco hospital in a Waymo this week took an unexpected turn when she gave birth in the robotaxi, according to the company.
Woman gives birth in Waymo on her way to San Francisco hospital
Waymo said the mother and baby safely arrived at the hospital, and the car was removed from service for cleaning.
nbcnews.to
December 11, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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"How much money do you have invested in stocks and funds?"

Under $50K: 16%
$50-$100K: 5%
$100-$250K: 4%
$250-$500K: 4%
Over $500K: 5%

No money invested: 60%

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December 9, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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He’s back: The Colts are signing QB Philip Rivers to their practice squad, per The Insiders.

The Hall of Fame semifinalist, age 44, rejoins the Indy QB room to support Riley Leonard and serve as a potential option down the road. A dramatic return.

The Hall of Fame may have to wait…
December 9, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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Navy recovers fighter jet, helicopter that crashed into South China Sea
Navy recovers fighter jet, helicopter that crashed into South China Sea
A sunken F/A-18F Super Hornet and a MH-60R Sea Hawk that crashed off the USS Nimitz in back-to-back incidents have been recovered.
www.stripes.com
December 9, 2025 at 9:42 AM
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A powerful wave dragged a group of swimmers out to sea along the rocky, western coastline of the Spanish island of Tenerife, leaving four dead and one missing, authorities say.
Powerful wave kills 4 and leaves 1 missing at seawater pool on Spain's Tenerife island
Bordered by volcanic rock on one side and cemented off from the sea on the other, the pool at Isla Cangrejo is very popular with foreign vacationers.
nbcnews.to
December 9, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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South Korea scrambles fighter jets as Chinese, Russian warplanes enter air defence zone reut.rs/4iOciZx
South Korea scrambles fighter jets as Chinese, Russian warplanes enter air defence zone
South Korea's military said it had scrambled fighter jets when Chinese and Russian military planes entered and left its air defence zone on Tuesday.
reut.rs
December 9, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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Global leaders commit $1.9 billion to eradicate polio amid funding cuts reut.rs/4a51DY4
Global leaders commit $1.9 billion to eradicate polio amid funding cuts
Global leaders pledged $1.9 billion to advance polio eradication on Monday, accelerating efforts to protect 370 million children from polio each year amid significant funding cuts.
reut.rs
December 8, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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NEW: President Trump plans to announce a $12 billion aid package for American farmers Monday, a White House official says.
Trump to announce $12 billion in aid to farmers
The announcement comes after China recently started buying U.S. soybeans again after a tense trade war halted the purchases in a blow to American farmers.
nbcnews.to
December 8, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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As affordability concerns mount, Hill Republicans are struggling to act
As affordability concerns mount, Hill Republicans are struggling to act
Top GOP leaders in Congress are keeping expectations low for major new economic legislation.
dlvr.it
December 8, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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NASA has announced when the longest total solar eclipse of the century will occur—and you won’t have to wait long. Here’s what you should know. www.wired.com/story/the-lo...
The Longest Solar Eclipse for 100 Years Is Coming. Don’t Miss It
NASA has announced when the longest total solar eclipse of the century will occur—and you won’t have to wait long. Here’s what you should know.
www.wired.com
December 8, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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Indiana Republicans threaten to thwart Trump's redistricting onslaught
Indiana Republicans threaten to thwart Trump's redistricting onslaught
The Hoosier State GOP lawmakers are poised to block the president’s mid-cycle redistricting scheme Monday.
dlvr.it
December 8, 2025 at 10:04 AM
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Nasdaq’s main gauge tracking companies with business exposure to grid infrastructure is on track for its largest annual gain since 2021.
Grid Tech Stocks Are Poised to Soar Even Further Amid AI Bubble Fears
Companies that service power grids are surging, and analysts at JPMorgan and elsewhere see that trend continuing amid the AI boom and push for electrification.
bloom.bg
December 8, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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The Supreme Court hears arguments in a case about President Trump's firing of a Federal Trade Commissioner. At stake is a 90-year precedent limiting the president's power over independent agencies. n.pr/49X9yGK
Supreme Court to hear case that could vastly expand presidential powers
The Supreme Court hears arguments in a case about President Trump's firing of a Federal Trade Commissioner. At stake is a 90-year precedent limiting the president's power over independent agencies.
n.pr
December 8, 2025 at 10:39 AM