NYT: California Democrat Flips Seat in the Last House Race to Be Called
Though the G.O.P. has won more than the 218 seats necessary to control the House, President-elect Trump wants two of the Republican House members to serve in his administration. A third, Matt Gaetz, resigned last month after Mr. Trump announced that he intended to nominate him for attorney general. (Mr. Gaetz later withdrew from consideration after considerable opposition surfaced to his potential nomination.)
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UPI: High-fructose corn syrup in foods might speed cancer
The new research shows that fructose differs from other sugars (such as glucose) in the way that it aids and abets cancer cells.
BBC: Secretary of State begins process of repealing Legacy Act
The secretary of state for Northern Ireland has begun the process of formally repealing the controversial Legacy Act.
The act, which was brought in by the Conservative government, introduced a ban on inquests and civil actions related to incidents during the Troubles.
It also sought to offer a conditional amnesty for people suspected of Troubles-related crimes in exchange for co-operating with a new information recovery body.
Labour pledged to repeal the Legacy Act if they won the general election in July.
Last Updated: 04.Dec.2024 22:30 EST