Senate sends Biden an $895 billion defense policy bill that raises troop pay and aims to counter China's power
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate sends Biden an $895 billion defense policy bill that raises troop pay and aims to counter China's power.
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ReutersChip industry groups slam expected rules in private letter to Biden
A half-dozen trade groups from the semiconductor and manufacturing industries sent a private letter to U.S. President Joe Biden complaining that new export controls expected this week were rushed through without consulting them. The Biden administration on Monday released regulations on where computing chips from Nvidia can be placed around the world, setting up a three-tier system in which most nations will need to obtain licenses to build AI data centers with U.S. chips. In a letter to Biden dated January 13 that was not released publicly, trade groups including the Semiconductor Industry Association, which represents chip firms, and SEMI, which represents firms that make tools to manufacture chips, complained about that rule as well as another rule that could come as early as this week.
- The Hill
Senate advances Laken Riley bill past second hurdle
The Laken Riley Act on Monday cleared a second procedural hurdle in the Senate as talk turns to an amendment push by Democrats in order to potentially make alterations to the bill. Senators voted 82-10 on the motion to proceed to the legislation, allowing the chamber to begin debate. The legislation would mandate federal detention…
- The Hill
Democrats’ hopes of derailing Trump nominees fading fast
Democrats’ hopes of defeating any of President-elect Trump’s Cabinet nominees appear to be fizzling as Senate committees prepare for the first week of hearings. Senate Democrats have yet to reveal more evidence to back up the allegations against Pete Hegseth, Trump’s pick to head the Pentagon, and a recently completed FBI background check isn’t moving…
- Associated Press
Minnesota Legislature could be headed for a rocky start to its 2025 session
The 2025 session of the Minnesota Legislature could be headed for a rocky start when it convenes Tuesday, with House Democrats threatening to boycott opening day and House Republicans saying they'll try to recall lawmakers who fail to show up. The messy power struggle is unusual for a state that historically has prided itself on clean politics, but where Republicans chafed at being frozen out in 2023 and 2024, when Democrats controlled both chambers and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz completed the trifecta of power. The House came out of the November election tied 67-67, though, and top leaders from both parties worked out most of a power-sharing agreement that presumed a tie.
- The Daily Beast
Dems Say Hegseth Hearing Will Get Heated: ‘A Lot of Baggage’
Democrats are anticipating a “heated” hearing as they prepare to grill President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, during Tuesday’s confirmation hearing. Several members of the panel were also frustrated that they had not been given access to the FBI’s background check on Hegseth, an unusual break from previous hearings for Cabinet-level officials. Democratic lawmakers on the Senate Armed Services Committee huddled for a strategy session with Senate Majority Leader C
- Evening Standard
The 'virgin' Sophie Rain set to make $60m on adult site: The rise and backlash of OnlyFans' biggest star
After earning $43 million in 2024, Sophie Rain will surpass that this year amid fierce ethical debates about her child-like looks and controversial pals
- People
Son and Girlfriend Found Dead in Home Had Been Living with His Parents' Slain Bodies for Months
William Vosler and his wife Eileen Vosler were found dead inside a freezer along with notes stating when they'd died
- The Daily Beast
Trump Snubs Elon With Decision on White House Digs
Elon Musk is reportedly set to receive office space in the White House complex for his incoming work as co-head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), but he won’t be wall-to-wall with President-elect Donald Trump. Citing two sources that have been briefed on the plans, The New York Times reports that Musk will set up camp at the Eisenhower Executive Office, a separate building adjacent to the White House. It’s still not clear whether Musk’s DOGE partner, Vivek Ramaswamy, will also h
- SETHLUI.COM
7-year-old Jalan Besar wanton mee eatery gets chased out of premises
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- CNN
59 degrees Fahrenheit might not sound that chilly. In Thailand’s capital, it’s a shock to the system
Tropical beaches, cold drinks by the pool and extreme heat are some of the things one might associate with Thailand. Yet, a rare recent cold snap has seen residents of the kingdom’s capital throwing on extra layers and enjoying the cool winter breeze.
- People
Newlywed Wife Is Allegedly Stabbed to Death by Husband After Traveling Overseas to Meet up with Him: Authorities
Marvil Facturan-Kocjančič, a native of the Philippines, was killed seven days after arriving in Slovenia
- Evening Standard
David Beckham stepped in to stop row between Prince Harry and James Corden over ‘cruel comment’ about appearance
England footballer calmed down ‘raging’ actor after Harry’s ‘cruel joke’
- Hello!
Princess Kate just debuted a new hair style for 2025 - everyone's going to copy
Kate Middleton looked amazing in her new birthday portrait on Instagram and the wife of Prince William sported a brand new hair style.
- The Telegraph
Man Utd’s signing of Diego Leon is more significant than it might seem
There was an understandable sense of frustration among a number of Manchester United scouts on that day in August 2023 when Chelsea completed the signing of Moisés Caicedo from Brighton for a British record £115 million.
- The Telegraph
Pep Guardiola ‘splits with wife’ after 30 years
Pep Guardiola and his wife have separated after 30 years together in a “totally cordial” split, according to reports in Spain. The Manchester City manager, 53, is said to have drifted apart from Cristina Serra after living in different countries for at least five years.
- The Telegraph
Man Utd made David Raya look foolish – by copying Harry Kane
Manchester United’s players scored the goals in their penalty shoot-out victory over Arsenal, but the assist for each of their strikes should probably be awarded to an Englishman based more than 500 miles away from the Emirates Stadium: Harry Kane.
- Evening Standard
Deborra-Lee Furness 'fuming' at Blake Lively following split from Hugh Jackman
The Australian producer considered the American actress a friend while she and The Greatest Showman actor were together
- Evening Standard
Liverpool: Arne Slot explains referee confrontation over Nottingham Forest time-wasting
The Liverpool manager was seen tapping his watch throughout the 1-1 draw
- SETHLUI.COM
NALE The Nasi Lemak Company: Is this spot’s “best nasi lemak in the world” worth the price?
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- Fortune
Chinese EV brands make their presence known at the Singapore Motor Show
BYD's new luxury supercar, the Yangwang U9, stole the show with its "dance" in a massive booth near the exhibition's entrance.