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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been ruled out of the game against the Washington Commanders due to a concussion. Hurts had a brief appearance in the game, helping the Eagles secure a 21-7 lead with one completion for 11 yards and three rushes for 41 yards before being replaced by Kenny Pickett. Stay updated on Eagles and NFL news at Newsweek Sports. Full Article

Senator Rand Paul expressed his support for President-elect Trump's Cabinet nominees, stating he will work to quickly confirm them. As the chair of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Paul aims to push through key picks like Kristi Noem and Russ Vought. Despite controversial selections like Kash Patel and Tulsi Gabbard, Paul remains optimistic about the incoming administration's Cabinet choices. Full Article

On a brilliant day three years ago in Chicago, Adewale Ezekiel Ogunyemi was buried after dying in a work accident at Rich Products Corp. as a temporary worker through a staffing agency. The investigation revealed that many temporary workers, including those in the country illegally, face dangerous conditions and have suffered severe injuries or death, with staffing agencies shielding companies from accountability. Illinois has led efforts to regulate staffing agencies, with federal, state, and local...

During a “Saturday Night Live” skit, Colin Jost roasted his wife Scarlett Johansson, joking about their relationship and their newborn son. The couple, who met on the set of “SNL” in 2017 and wed three years later, welcomed their son, Cosmo, in August 2021. Jost also cracked jokes about Johansson in previous episodes, including one written by Michael Che that referenced Johansson's AI character in 'Her.' Full Article

The bird flu outbreak has seen a rise in human cases, with at least 64 confirmed infections and concerning indicators of the virus' spread, including detections in wastewater and dangerous mutations. Experts warn that the situation is becoming increasingly precarious, with the virus evolving to better fit human receptors and potentially leading to a pandemic. The widespread circulation of the virus in animals, such as cows and poultry, raises the risk of exposure to humans,...

In a recent interview, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith expressed regret for voting Democrat and criticized the party's platform, particularly their focus on defunding the police and open borders. Smith also questioned President Biden's decision to pardon his son, Hunter, and called for a more positive and inclusive message from politicians. Overall, Smith emphasized the importance of prioritizing the needs of all Americans, regardless of political affiliation. Full Article