The 2024 Game Awards recap: All winners and most surprising reveals Astro Bot, Balatro, and Metaphor Re: Fantazio claimed the most trophies at The Game Awards in a night dominated by sweeps, surprising reveals and fourth-wall breaks. Read more on NPR
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NPR News: Wray is out. Patel may be in. What’s it mean for the FBI?
Wray is out. Patel may be in. What’s it mean for the FBI? FBI Director Christopher Wray announced yesterday that he will resign before President-elect Trump takes office. This comes after Trump announced he would appoint loyalist Kash Patel to lead the Bureau. President-elect Trump’s pick to lead the FBI, Kash Patel, held several national…
NPR News: What was the worst year of your life and what did you learn from it? We want to hear
What was the worst year of your life and what did you learn from it? We want to hear All Things Considered wants to hear your stories. What was your worst year ever, how did you get through it, and what did you learn from it? Read more on NPR
NPR News: At 18, India’s Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest World Chess Champion ever
At 18, India’s Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest World Chess Champion ever Dommaraju unseated China’s Ding Liren to become the new world chess champion. “Every chess player wants to experience this moment, and very few get the chance,” Dommaraju said after the match. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Ukraine Struggles to Keep the Power On Under Russian Bombardment
Ukraine Struggles to Keep the Power On Under Russian Bombardment Russia continues to pound Ukraine with missile strikes, often targeting infrastructure like power plants. That has caused Ukrainians to endure power cuts even during the harsh winter. Our correspondent visits a power plant to see what it takes to keep the lights on in war….
NPR News: Trump invites China’s Xi to next month’s inauguration
Trump invites China’s Xi to next month’s inauguration President-elect Donald Trump is breaking with precedent in inviting a foreign head of state to his inauguration. Read more on NPR
NPR News: FBI missed ‘basic step’ in its intelligence efforts ahead of Jan. 6 Capitol riot
FBI missed ‘basic step’ in its intelligence efforts ahead of Jan. 6 Capitol riot The long-awaited report from DOJ Inspector General office comes nearly four years after a crowd of Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 to try to prevent Congress from certifying Joe Biden’s election win. Read more on…
NPR News: This drug is the ‘breakthrough of the year’ — and it could mean the end of the HIV epidemic
This drug is the ‘breakthrough of the year’ — and it could mean the end of the HIV epidemic That’s the title that Science magazine is bestowing upon the medication called lenacapavir — a twice yearly injectable that prevents infection by the HIV virus. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Trump says Kari Lake will lead Voice of America. He attacked it during his first term
Trump says Kari Lake will lead Voice of America. He attacked it during his first term If successful, Trump’s move would install a loyalist at the helm of the network. A U.S. judge found Trump appointees illegally violated Voice of America’s journalistic independence in his first term. Read more on NPR
NPR News: FAA chief Mike Whitaker announces that he will step down in January
FAA chief Mike Whitaker announces that he will step down in January Mike Whitaker says he will step down as head of the Federal Aviation Administration on Jan. 20. It’s not unusual for FAA administrators to resign at the change of administration, though some have stayed longer. Read more on NPR