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The Kansas City Chiefs will look to build on their lead in the AFC West when they face the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday. The Chiefs' offense has dealt with injuries to multiple impactful starters throughout the year, but they'll finally get one back on Friday. Coach Andy Reid confirmed on Wednesday that running back Isiah Pacheco will be active against the Raiders barring any setbacks. Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images Pacheco has been out since Week 2 with a fractured fibula. In his absence, the Chiefs signed running back Kareem Hunt, who has exceeded expectations since joining the team. When discussing how Pacheco will fit into the offense in his return, especially with the emergence of Hunt, offensive coordinator Matt Nagy teased a committee approach for the offense. Related: Mahomes Reveals Isiah Pacheco 'Pop' Prediction "Well, the best part about that is you don't just have one where they're getting worn down to where they might be 50-60 percent in the third quarter," said Nagy. "Now you have two guys that are working off of 100 percent and they're both really good players with experience that know this offense. Whether somebody has a couple good, strong runs or a nice catch or a good protection, that's more in-game [and] situationally a feel, but when they're up and running, we feel pretty strong about who they are and how much they can help us." In eight appearances this season, Hunt has 577 rushing yards and five touchdowns. He's on-pace to finish the year with 1,226 yards, which would surpass Pacheco's career-best season total. Related: Mahomes Reveals Secret Behind 'The Moment' Preparation
ABC projects that Democrat Adam Gray will win the race for California's 13th Congressional District , unseating incumbent Republican John Duarte and flipping the final unresolved seat in the 2024 election. With all 435 House races projected, ABC News estimates Republicans will hold 220 seats and Democrats 215 in the 119th Congress. But it's not clear how vacancies -- or, illness or other absences -- will impact the day-to-day division of power when the House convenes on Jan. 3. President-elect Donald Trump initially tapped three House Republicans for positions in his upcoming administration: Florida Reps. Matt Gaetz and Mike Waltz, and New York Rep. Elise Stefanik. Gaetz has already resigned from Congress and withdrew last month from consideration to serve as President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general. And though he won reelection to his seat last month, he said he won't serve another term. MORE | Democrat Adam Gray projected to win California's 13th Congressional District Republicans could have a 217-215 majority while their seats are vacant -- the narrowest GOP majority in history -- and special elections to fill those seats can take months to complete. In this case, any single Republican can hold Johnson hostage: Losing just one Republican on a vote would result in a 216-216 tie. The speaker acknowledged the thin majority, which could pose a challenge in passing Trump's agenda. "Well, just like we do every day here, we've developed an expertise in that. We know how to work with a small majority. That's our custom now," Johnson said. "So, yes -- do the math. We can, we have nothing to spare. But all of our members know that we talked about that today, as we do constantly, that this is a team effort that we've got to all row in the same direction." But several elderly Democrats have missed votes recently, which could give Republicans a little more breathing room next year. In California's 13th District, Duarte conceded to Gray on Tuesday, according to the Turlock Journal. "I'm a citizen legislator, and I didn't plan on being in Congress forever," Duarte told the newspaper. "But whenever I think I can make a difference, I'll consider public service in different forms, including running for Congress again." Gray released a victory statement on X Tuesday evening, extending his gratitude and saying the "final results confirm this district is ready for independent and accountable leadership that always puts the Valley's people ahead of partisan politics." ABC News' Marilyn Heck and Benjamin Siegel contributed to this report.Saquon stamps Eagles as legitimate Super Bowl contender
After 27 years, more than 3 million meals and countless tailgates, Mother’s Federal Hill Grille is set to close. The South Baltimore bar and restaurant, a gathering place for Ravens fans, said in a Wednesday press release that it will shutter its doors on Jan. 19, 2025. Two other Mother’s locations, in Arnold and Timonium, will remain open. “While it is difficult to turn the page, we know it is the right decision,” owner Dave Rather said in a statement. He opened the Federal Hill flagship in 1997 at 1113 S. Charles St., a block from Cross Street Market and a half-mile from M&T Bank Stadium. A year later, when the Ravens started playing at The Bank, Mother’s launched its Purple Patio, an outdoor space that came to be known for gameday tailgates with DJs and drink specials. After the team’s 2013 Super Bowl victory, Baltimoreans , singing along to Queen’s “We Are the Champions” as bartenders showered the crowd with purple silly string. Alongside beer and mixed drinks, Mother’s served a pub grub menu with options like “Baltimore’s Best Buffalo Chicken” and a “Double Phat Crab Cake Dinner.” The restaurant has been sold to an “undisclosed buyer,” the release said, and will undergo renovations after Mother’s closes. Reached by phone Wednesday, Rather said the decision to close was “bittersweet,” but added, “it’s just time for a change.” He plans to hand the Mother’s brand to a younger generation of managers, including his 30-year-old stepson, Terry Tragas, who has worked for the company since he was 15. The next phase for the local restaurant chain is likely to include an expansion outside of the city. Rather said he’s eyeing “multiple areas” for growth, including the Timonium region and Howard County. He said the Federal Hill spot came with “challenges” but did not elaborate, saying only that there are “more moving parts down in the city than the other locations, so it makes it more difficult to run.” The bar and grille took its name from Rather’s college nickname, Mother. The Towson University alum started out by throwing parties and then launched a social club called Mom’s that took revelers down to New Orleans. Mother’s was the brick-and-mortar extension of the concept. “From Day 1, we had a line to get in,” he said of the bar. “We’re very thankful. I never thought it would be as busy as it was.”
The Greater Idaho movement, an effort to make eastern Oregon part of Idaho, released a letter Wednesday asking President-elect Donald Trump to get involved. “Unlike typical politicians, you (Trump) have a unique ability as a practical problem-solver to get things done and your support can bring a peaceful resolution to Oregon’s longstanding east-west divide,” the letter reads. The movement stems from residents of rural and conservative counties in eastern Oregon disagreeing with the politics of Democrat-voting populations in coastal cities. “Only 25% of Oregonians who are registered to vote are registered Republican ... The left has far more control over the ways that Oregonians are educated and persuaded than the right does. They control K-12, universities, Facebook, Google, media, and newspapers. Plus, Californians are moving in faster than you can educate them,” the Greater Idaho movement website states. The Greater Idaho movement has existed for years, but gained traction in 2020 as tensions rose around the states’ differing pandemic restrictions, as reported by Stateline — a member of the nonprofit news network States Newsroom with Idaho Capital Sun. As of 2024, 13 counties in eastern Oregon have voted for varying measures in support of negotiations to move the border. But ultimately, the proposal would need to be approved by legislature in Oregon and Idaho and U.S. Congress. Idaho Rep. Barbara Ehardt, R-Idaho Falls, has previously supported the movement. In 2023, Ehardt sponsored House Joint Memorial 1, a bill passed by Idaho’s House of Representatives to open interstate discussion on the matter. A similar bill, Senate Joint Memorial 2, was introduced in Oregon but didn't progress. No further legislation has appeared in either state. In October 2023, Ehardt also traveled with Idaho Rep. Judy Boyle, R-Midvale, to Oregon to talk with leaders of the Greater Idaho movement and Oregon Rep. Vikki Breese-Iverson. "It's become clear to the people of eastern Oregon that our own state government is not going to listen to us and enact what we've voted for, which is moving the border," Matt McCaw, executive director of the Greater Idaho movement, said in a press release Wednesday. "But we believe that President Trump, whom the people here overwhelmingly voted for, can help us achieve the self-determination we have a right to by bringing attention and support to our cause."
A new year brings new 2025 makeup trends to obsess over, and this year's most popular looks are bolder than ever. After an era of and , makeup is back in full force and meant to be noticed. According to celebrity makeup artist , making a statement is especially important in 2025. “Glam is making a comeback,” says Luna, whose clients include Megan Fox, Jennifer Coolidge, and Mel B. “More and more I'm getting requests from clients to raise the bar when it comes to makeup. ‘Blah’ is out. Women want to be seen." global makeup artist agrees, adding that high shine and sparkle is going to be everywhere. It's also the easiest way to add extra flair to a look, which anyone can execute—no matter their skill level. “Shimmer is a huge 2025 trend, and I couldn’t be happier about it,” he says. “It was all over the runways and social media as well. Oh, and most importantly, 's makeup looks! We’re having fun with makeup again, and I can’t think of an easier way to quickly amplify your eye look. Anybody can do it. What I love about the shimmer trend is that you can apply a soft, subtle amount or really pack it on for a full glam look.” If you're more of a makeup minimalist, fear not! Good skin will always be in. According to celebrity makeup artist , hydrated and healthy skin is great to wear alone or as prep for makeup. “Hydration is key—your base needs to be hydrated to start off,” says Ortega, whose clients include Christina Aguilera, Lana Del Rey, and Becky G. “This comes from the right moisture products, products that protect your skin barrier, and of course, drinking enough water! I love the .” Ready to get glammed in 2025? Ahead, professional makeup artists share their top 2025 makeup trends for the new year. When it comes to makeup in 2025, more is more. “From a bold liner to a smokey eye, making a statement is back on the table with no negotiations,” says Luna, who created this disco-inspired eye for Jojo. “Expect a shift in makeup as a whole. Glam is here to take up some space.” Get the look using a palette with plenty of bold colors and finishes, like the or . Chinchilla says a perfectly flushed face will never go out of style, but it looks especially fresh in 2025. “Sheer to medium coverage with a glowy gorgeous finish is the name of the game next year,” he says. “It’s the ‘got ready in 5 minutes look' but still serving face.” To recreate, create a stained “wash of color” on the eyes, lips, and cheeks. “The runways are loving this look, and so are celebrities like and ,” he says. According to Luna, glowy is still very much in for 2025. Try the trend with glam to match. For the best light-reflecting products, we recommend the or . Pro tip: Don't forget to add some highlighter to the shoulders and collarbone. “Wearable modern retro eyes are huge for 2025,” says Chinchilla. “We’ve been seeing it all over the runways and on celebs like , , and —all of whom have been bringing the glam back. I think we’ve all been doing the natural no makeup look for so long that we’re ready to pull out our makeup and have some fun while expressing ourselves.” Don't be intimidated by the geometric shape—Chinchilla recommends the , which makes drawing lines a breeze. “They’re super creamy and glide on, but once they dry, they last for up to 36 hours," he says. "It’s the only pencil liner I trust for my celebrity clients, and they’re amazing in the waterline as well. They simply do not budge.”Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.
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NoneKey posts 4.11am ‘LOL WUT’: Musk, Rogan weigh in on ABC chair’s speech 3.52am Parliament set to pass social media ban for under 16s 3.43am Trump transition says cabinet picks were targeted by bomb threats, swatting attacks 3.31am What’s making headlines Hide key posts Posts area Latest 1 of 1 Latest posts Latest posts 4.11am ‘LOL WUT’: Musk, Rogan weigh in on ABC chair’s speech By Josefine Ganko The world’s biggest podcaster Joe Rogan and the world’s richest man Elon Musk have responded to a National Press Club address given by ABC chair Kim Williams. Speaking in Canberra yesterday, Williams was asked about Joe Rogan’s influence on the US election, and if the ABC should be trying to capture the “bro market”. Williams opened by saying he was not well placed to answer the question because he is “not a consumer or enthusiast of Mr Rogan and his work”. The ABC boss then launched an attack on the popular podcaster: I think that people like Mr Rogan prey on people’s vulnerabilities. They prey on fear. They prey on anxiety. They prey on all of the elements that contribute to uncertainty in society, and they entrepreneur fantasy outcomes and conspiracy outcomes as being a normal part of social narrative. I personally find it deeply repulsive, and to think that someone has such remarkable power in the United States is something that I look at in disbelief. I’m also absolutely in dismay that this can be a source of public entertainment, when it’s really treating the public as plunder for entrepreneurs that are really quite malevolent.” The clip of the attack was shared to X by an account called @wideawake_media, where it caught the attention of Rogan himself. Rogan shared the clip with the caption “LOL WUT”. Musk then weighed in, adding his own message to Rogan’s post. Musk wrote, “From the head of Australian government-funded media, their Pravda”. Pravda was the official newspaper of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. 3.52am Parliament set to pass social media ban for under 16s Children younger than 16 are all but set to be banned from social media, with federal parliament poised to enact the world-first legislation. The Senate is expected on Thursday to pass the laws that would ban young people from platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok with bipartisan support. However, there has been concern that the proposal has been rushed through parliament without proper scrutiny, given that Australia would be the first country to implement such a ban. Loading The ban would come into effect one year after the laws pass the parliament, with trials of age-verification technology still being carried out by the federal government. Criticism had been levelled at the ban after an inquiry into the laws ran for just three hours, with people only given one day to hand in submissions and a lack of consultation with young people themselves. While the bill has enjoyed bipartisan support, several coalition members have broken ranks to raise concerns. Tasmanian Liberal MP Bridget Archer crossed the floor to vote against the ban in the House of Representatives, while coalition senator Matt Canavan has also criticised the laws. AAP 3.43am Trump transition says cabinet picks were targeted by bomb threats, swatting attacks A number of President-elect Donald Trump ’s most prominent Cabinet picks and appointees have been targeted by bomb threats and “swatting attacks,” Trump’s transition team said Wednesday. The FBI said it was investigating. “Last night and this morning, several of President Trump’s Cabinet nominees and Administration appointees were targeted in violent, unAmerican threats to their lives and those who live with them,” Trump transition spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said in a statement. She said the attacks ranged from bomb threats to swatting, in which attackers initiate an emergency law enforcement response against a target victim under false pretences. The tactic has become a popular one in recent years. President-elect Donald Trump arrives to speak at a meeting of the House GOP conference, followed by Elise Stefanik. Credit: nna\advidler “In response, law enforcement and other authorities acted quickly to ensure the safety of those who were targeted. President Trump and the entire Transition team are grateful for their swift action,” Leavitt said. Among those targeted were Elise Stefanik, Trump’s pick to serve as the next ambassador to the United Nations, Matt Gaetz, Trump’s initial pick to serve as attorney general, and former New York congressman Lee Zeldin, who has been tapped to lead the Environmental Protection Agency. Susie Wiles, Trump’s incoming chief of staff, and Pam Bondi, the former Florida Attorney General whom Trump has chosen as Gaetz’s replacement, were also targeted, according to a law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity amid the ongoing investigation. Wiles and Bondi did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The FBI said in a statement that it was “aware of numerous bomb threats and swatting incidents targeting incoming administration nominees and appointees” and was “working with our law enforcement partners. We take all potential threats seriously, and as always, encourage members of the public to immediately report anything they consider suspicious to law enforcement.” AP Advertisement 3.31am What’s making headlines By Josefine Ganko Good morning and welcome to the national news blog. My name is Josefine Ganko, and I’ll guide our coverage through the early afternoon. It’s Thursday, November 28. Here’s what’s making news this morning. Independent senator Lidia Thorpe was suspended from the chamber for a day for throwing papers at Senator Pauline Hanson in fury, after the latter was accused of spreading hatred by Senator Fatima Payman. Labor and the Coalition have joined forces to rush through changes to political donations in a deal that has outraged Senate crossbenchers. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has intervened to scupper a deal with the Greens over environmental reform that Labor promised at the last election. Overseas, a number of president-elect Donald Trump’s most prominent Cabinet picks and appointees have been targeted by bomb threats. Latest 1 of 1 Latest Most Viewed in National Loading
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British Columbia’s new official Opposition leader is facing the first major test of his leadership. Thirteen BC Conservative MLAs have written a letter to Leader John Rustad demanding action to restore “confidence in the core values” of the Conservative caucus, and singling out one of their caucus colleagues. The letter, first obtained by CKNW Radio host Jas Johal , comes just weeks after the fledgling BC Conservative party came within three seats of forming a majority government in B.C.’s provincial election. The issue revolves around Surrey-Cloverdale Conservative MLA Elenore Sturko’s response to the Nov. 22 ouster of Vancouver Police Board vice-chair Comfort Sakoma-Fadugba, following a series of posts she made on social media. In screenshots of the Instagram stories posted to Reddit , Sakoma-Fadugba suggested Christianity underpins Canadian culture and values, raised concerns about secular education “erasing Christian values from the lives of our children,” and mused that exposure to Diwali celebrations in schools could lead to Hinduism becoming the “dominant cultural influence.” The posts also raised concerns about gender transitioning among children and a “woke culture that pits children against their parents,” and criticized “mass immigration” and a “growing aversion to assimilation.” Police board Chair Frank Chong subsequently said he asked for Sakoma-Fadugba’s resignation, stating the social media posts “do not reflect the value of the Board and are inconsistent with our code of conduct.” In their letter to Rustad, the MLAs express dismay that Sturko subsequently appeared in a CBC interview where she “endorsed the resignation on the basis that these views were ‘offensive’ and undermined trust in police.” “Under your leadership, the Conservative Party of BC has consistently denounced ‘cancel culture’ and stood for the Charter rights of British Columbians to enjoy free expression and freedom of religion,” the letter states. The MLAs then add that “there are unanswered questions regarding the extent to which Ms. Sturko’s statements were vetted in advance by senior staff.” The letter claims Sturko’s comments caused Sakoma-Fadugba “undue harm” and calls on Rustad to “invite” the Surrey MLA to apologize to her and to “advance conciliatory discussions” with the former board member. In the alternative, it asks Rustad to apologize on the party’s behalf. Rustad has previously pledged that his MLAs would be free to speak their minds. Signatories to the letter include MLAs from around the province, including South Surrey MLA Bruce Chapman who was forced to apologize for resurfaced social media comments in which he called Palestinians “little inbred walking talking breathing time bombs.” Sturko declined to comment, while Rustad’s communications staff said there was no update to share at this time. The full list of signatories includes:
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump threatened the United States's closest neighbours with big tariffs this week, in a move that has reminded many of the unpredictable tactics the president-elect deployed during his first tenure in the White House. Trump said Monday he would use an executive order to impose 25 per cent tariffs on all goods coming from Canada and Mexico until the two countries stop drugs and migrants from illegally crossing the U.S. border. The announcement, made on Truth Social, brought swift responses from officials and industry in both countries who are bracing for chaos during Trump's second tenure. He has long used the threat of import taxes to pressure other countries to do his bidding, saying this summer that "the most beautiful word in the dictionary is 'tariff.'" It's unlikely the move would violate the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement, which was negotiated during the first Trump administration. Laura Dawson, an expert on Canada-U. S. relations and the executive director of the Future Borders Coalition, said the president can impose tariffs under his national security powers. This type of duty has a time limit and can only be made permanent through Congressional approval, but for Trump, national security powers are like a "get out of jail free card," Dawson said. "This is exactly what happened in the last Trump administration," Dawson said. "Everyone said, 'Well, that is ridiculous. Canada is the U.S.'s best security partner. What do you mean our steel and aluminum imports are somehow a source of insecurity?'" But within the global trade system, she said, no country challenges another's right to define their own national security imperatives. Trump's first administration demonstrated how vulnerable Canada is to America's whims when the former president scrapped the North American Free Trade Agreement. The U.S. is Canada's closest neighbour and largest trading partner. More than 77 per cent of Canadian exports go to the U.S. Negotiation of CUSMA, commonly dubbed "the new NAFTA," was a key test for Ottawa following Trump's first victory. The trilateral agreement is up for review in 2026 and experts suspect this week's tariff announcement is a negotiating tactic. Scott Bessent, Trump's pick for treasury secretary, said in a recent op-ed that tariffs are "a useful tool for achieving the president's foreign policy objectives." "Whether it is getting allies to spend more on their own defence, opening foreign markets to U.S. exports, securing co-operation on ending illegal immigration and interdicting fentanyl trafficking, or deterring military aggression, tariffs can play a central role." During the initial CUSMA negotiations in 2018, Trump floated the idea of a 25 per cent tariff on the Canadian auto sector — something that would have been crippling for the industry on both sides of the border. It was never implemented. At the time, he did use his national security powers to impose a 25 per cent tariff on steel and 10 per cent tariff on aluminum imports, casting fear of an all-out trade war that would threaten the global economy. The day after announcing those levies, Trump posted on social media "trade wars are good, and easy to win." Former U.S. trade representative Robert Lighthizer recounted in his book that the duties sent an "unmistakable signal that business as usual was over." "The Trump administration was willing to ruffle diplomatic feathers to advance its trade agenda." It led to a legendary clash between Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Trump at the G7 in Quebec. Trudeau said Canada would impose retaliatory measures, saying the argument that tariffs on steel and aluminum were a matter of national security was "kind of insulting." Trump took to social media, where, in a flurry of posts he called Trudeau "very dishonest and weak." Canada and other countries brought their own duties against the U.S. in response. They targeted products for political, rather than economic, reasons. Canada hit yogurt with a 10 per cent duty. Most of the product impacted came from one plant in Wisconsin, the home state of then-Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan. The European Union, Mexico and Canada all targeted U.S. whiskey products with tariffs, in a clear signal to then Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and his home state of Kentucky’s bourbon industry. Ultimately, Canada and Mexico were able to negotiate exemptions. Carlo Dade, the director of trade and trade infrastructure at the Canada West Foundation, said Trump is returning to the White House with more experience and a plan. But he suspects Americans will not like the blow to their bank accounts. Trump’s new across-the-board tariff strategy would not only disrupt global supply chains, it would also cause a major shakeup to the American economy. It's unclear if Trump will go through with them, or for how long, after campaigning on making life more affordable and increasing the energy market. "I think it will be short-term," Dade said. "The U.S. can only inflict damage on itself for so long." This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 26, 2024. — With files from The Associated Press Kelly Geraldine Malone, The Canadian PressNone
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