The Supreme Court on Monday turned back a push by the state of Utah to wrest control of vast areas of public land from the federal government, marking a small victory for land conservation advocates who worry that similar efforts may escalate in a Republican-controlled Washington. … [Read more...] about Supreme Court rejects Utah’s push to wrest control of public land from the federal government
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Is the Nationals rebuild on schedule?
James A. Pittman-USA TODAY Sports Exploring the Nationals rebuild, and looking at the results so far. Watching the Washington Commanders win their first playoff game in 19 years in what was supposed to be a rebuilding year made me think about the progress of the Nationals rebuild. 2019 is beginning to feel like a long time ago, and the Nats have not had a winning season … [Read more...] about Is the Nationals rebuild on schedule?
Europe must combat antisemitism as thousands of Jews abandon the continent, top Jewish leader says
Governments across Europe need to immediately take action against a precipitous rise in antisemitism that's driving thousands of Jews to abandon the continent, the leader of a prominent European Jewish organization said Monday. … [Read more...] about Europe must combat antisemitism as thousands of Jews abandon the continent, top Jewish leader says
Washington Times Opinion Editor Charles Hurt departing to become Fox News host
Charles Hurt is stepping down as opinion editor of The Washington Times to take over hosting duties at Fox News' weekend morning show. He will continue to write his regular column for The Times. … [Read more...] about Washington Times Opinion Editor Charles Hurt departing to become Fox News host
Big bet: Political betting market Kalshi hires Donald Trump Jr.
Donald Trump Jr., son of the president-elect, has linked up with online betting market Kalshi, which broke new legal ground last year in becoming the first U.S. bookmaker to allow largely unrestricted gambling on election outcomes. … [Read more...] about Big bet: Political betting market Kalshi hires Donald Trump Jr.