Ex-DC Metro contractor logged in to sensitive system from Russia, watchdog finds
A former Washington, DC, Metro transit system contractor retained access to "critical and sensitive" Metro data from his computer in Russia after he left his job in a breach that raises broader security concerns about one of the nation's largest transit systems, according to a report released Wednesday.
2023-05-18 04:57
Senate Finance chair pushes GOP megadonor for answers about financial ties with Clarence Thomas
Senate Finance Chairman Ron Wyden is pushing back on assertions from GOP megadonor Harlan Crow that the panel lacks authority to request personal tax information and travel records from him as part of a probe into whether hospitality he provided to Justice Clarence Thomas could have triggered violations of US tax law.
2023-05-18 04:57
1,100-year-old Hebrew Bible sells for $38M at auction in New York
A 1,100-year-old Hebrew Bible that is one of the world’s oldest surviving biblical manuscripts has sold for $38 million in New York
2023-05-18 04:52
Zac Gallen Killed a Bird With a Warmup Toss
Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen hit a bird with a warmup toss. It did not survive.
2023-05-18 04:52
Bernardo Silva strikes twice to stun Real Madrid and send Manchester City to Champions League final
Manchester City has an opportunity to win its first ever Champions League trophy after delivering a masterful performance against European giant Real Madrid on Wednesday.
2023-05-18 04:47
Who's who in the debt limit fight: Meet the four negotiators who could save the US from default
President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy are turning to a select group of negotiators to help broker a deal to increase the nation’s borrowing authority and avoid the economic carnage that would ensue if a deal is not reached soon
2023-05-18 04:46
Ukraine Recap: Black Sea Grain Deal to Be Extended by Two Months
An agreement ensuring Ukrainian grain shipments from Black Sea ports will be extended by two months. Wheat prices
2023-05-18 04:29
Suspect in University of Idaho quadruple killings, Bryan Kohberger, indicted by grand jury on murder and burglary charges
The suspect in the fatal stabbing last year of four University of Idaho students has been indicted by a grand jury on murder and burglary charges, a court official told CNN.
2023-05-18 04:28
U.S. FTC expands probe into pharmacy benefit managers
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission said on Wednesday it had sought information from two companies that negotiate drug
2023-05-18 04:23
Whiteboard: NBA Draft Lottery winners and losers, and rethinking the 2019 NBA Draft
The NBA Draft Lottery rewarded the Spurs and left us with some other clear winners and losers. We're breaking it all down and reflecting on the 2019 Draft.The Nuggets absolutely rolled the Lakers for three quarters before a few key adjustments allowed LeBron and company to close the gap in ...
2023-05-18 03:58
Biden administration invests in carbon capture, upping pressure on industry to show results
The Biden administration is announcing an investment of $251 million in carbon capture and storage projects in seven states
2023-05-18 03:57
Angelina Jolie unveils fashion venture aimed at sustainability, assisting refugees
Angelina Jolie announced a new fashion venture Wednesday
2023-05-18 03:48