Stephen A. Smith regrets backing VP Harris, 'open' to voting GOP: 'Not interested' in the 'fear mongering'

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

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,...

Joe Manchin of West Virginia, who left the Democratic Party and registered as an independent, criticizes the party as "toxic" and out of touch with mainstream America. He blames progressives for pushing the party too far left and emphasizes the need for common-sense solutions on issues like gun control and the federal budget. Despite considering a third-party run for president, Manchin ultimately decides against it, citing the challenge of getting on the ballot in all...

Bluesky, a social media platform that emerged from Twitter and championed by former CEO Jack Dorsey, has experienced rapid growth following the U.S. presidential election as users seek alternatives to other platforms like X and Meta's Threads. With a user base exceeding 25 million, Bluesky faces challenges with the influx of bots and harmful content. The platform's decentralized approach and focus on user control have attracted users looking for a different social networking experience. Full...