Don’t wash your turkey and other Thanksgiving tips – Chicago Tribune

President Trump's administration is significantly downsizing the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), cutting approximately 1,500 employees, nearly 90% of its workforce, to around 200. The agency, created post-2008 financial crisis to enforce consumer protection laws, will shift its focus primarily to mortgage issues, while reducing attention to medical debt, student loans, and digital payments. This move has faced criticism from former CFPB Director Rohit Chopra, who claims the cuts are aimed at weakening the agency's...

During a press conference in Dallas regarding Karmelo Anthony, accused of fatally stabbing 17-year-old Austin Metcalf, chaos erupted as Metcalf's father, Jeff, was escorted out. Anthony, who faces first-degree murder charges, had his bond reduced to $250,000 after the incident at a track meet. The conference, initially addressing fundraising controversies and Anthony's mother's statement, devolved into accusations of racism and bigotry, with organizer Dominique Alexander criticizing Jeff Metcalf's presence and defending the family's integrity regarding...

Debate turns to oil and gas pipelinesThe debate centers on oil and gas pipelines, with Bloc Quebecois leader Yves-Francois Blanchet accusing Mark Carney of inconsistency regarding pipeline policies in Quebec. He highlights Carney's conflicting statements and criticizes his lack of support for Quebec, while also emphasizing the need for a strong stance against Trump. In response, Carney advocates for building energy infrastructure, including pipelines, and stresses the importance of cooperation with provinces to achieve these...

Donald Trump has made significant moves regarding transgender participation in sports, pledging to eliminate what he terms "transgender insanity" from schools and signed executive orders to reinforce biological definitions of sex, particularly in athletics. His administration's orders empower federal agencies to penalize institutions that allow transgender athletes to compete in women’s sports, with a focus on compliance with Title IX. This marks a shift from previous interpretations that included gender identity, and while legal challenges...

US-Italy Trade TalksDuring her visit to Washington, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and former President Donald Trump expressed optimism about a potential trade deal between the US and Europe, with Trump asserting it would be a "fair deal." Meloni, the first European leader to visit since Trump's tariffs were imposed, aimed to strengthen her position as a bridge between the EU and the US amid strained relations, while also addressing issues like immigration and defense...

Florida State University ShootingAt least six individuals were hospitalized following a shooting at Florida State University's Student Union in Tallahassee, with one victim in critical condition and five others seriously injured. A suspect is in custody, and the university has canceled classes and sports events due to the incident, which prompted police to respond to an active shooter alert around midday. President Trump and Florida Governor DeSantis expressed their condolences, as students reported hearing multiple...