ON THIS DAY: In 2019 former President Jimmy Carter became the longest-living chief executive in American history; at 94 years and 172 days ... Show more
Mitch Albom: No matter who's in your NCAA bracket, the underdog is in your heart: Who doesn't love an underdog story, right? Oakland U. is just the latest ...
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Is Nuclear Proliferation Back? | by Joseph S. Nye, Jr. - Project Syndicate: Joseph S. Nye, Jr. considers lessons from his own work on preventing the spread of ...
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Quick Glance: Putin Warns of Nuclear Weapons Use if Sovereignty Threatened
- President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia is prepared to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty or independence is at risk.
- Putin has emphasized his willingness to use nuclear weapons multiple times, especially following the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
- He cautioned the West against further involvement in the Ukraine conflict, highlighting the risk of nuclear escalation.
- Putin underlined Russia's readiness to use all means to safeguard its interests in Ukraine and issued a warning against escalation.
Joy Behar says she accidentally emailed Jimmy Fallon (not Jimmy Kimmel) to congratulate him on hosting Oscars
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The diaries of presidents offer history, and sometimes state secrets: Many presidents have used journals to confide in themselves, express raw opinions — and ...
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Joe Biden needs to bring the ‘Misery Index’ back into the campaign conversation | GUEST COMMENTARY
baltimoresun.com/2024/03/19/joe-biden-needs-to-bring-the-misery-index-back-into-the-campaign-conversation-guest-commentary/
Medals, jewelry and veggies: Japan’s race prizes run the gamut: Japan's marathons try everything to offer runners experiences they can’t get elsewhere.
japantimes.co.jp/community/2024/03/25/voices/marathon-race-gimmicks/
Joe Starkey: Keith Dambrot’s dad would be proud of his son’s Duquesne miracle: Keith Dambrot was introduced as Duquesne’s new basketball coach just before April ...
post-gazette.com/sports/joe-starkey/2024/03/20/dukes-ncaa-tournament-byu-atlantic-10/stories/202403200030
On Feb. 18, 2023, Jimmy Carter entered hospice care at his home in Georgia.
Since then, the former U.S. president has celebrated his 99th birthday and enjoyed ... Show more
Is Nuclear Proliferation Back? | by Joseph S. Nye, Jr. - Project Syndicate: Joseph S. Nye, Jr. considers lessons from his own work on preventing the spread of ...
project-syndicate.org/commentary/nuclear-proliferation-risk-rising-ahead-of-2026-npt-review-conference-by-joseph-s-nye-2024-03
Donald Trump worst US president of all time according to poll: In his own perception, Donald Trump was the most successful president in US history - simply ...
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Carter Center calls for cease-fire in Sudan on eve of conflict's one-year anniversary - UPI.com
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From Social Security checks to national parks, here’s how a government shutdown would (or wouldn't) disrupt the United States. tinyurl.com/4h73f75j
Biden critics list immigration as top reason for opposition: Gallup: When it comes to criticism of President Biden, his detractors are most concerned over his ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4467263-biden-critics-list-immigration-as-top-reason-for-opposition-gallup/
A year after Jimmy Carter entered hospice care, advocates hope his endurance drives awareness
chicagotribune.com/2024/02/18/a-year-after-jimmy-carter-entered-hospice-care-advocates-hope-his-endurance-drives-awareness/
Everything you need to know about Egypt's decades-old peace treaty with Israel: Egypt has threatened to void its decades-long peace treaty with Israel if Israel ...
apnews.com/article/israel-egypt-peace-treaty-hamas-war-rafah-46df917a975ed4c4f88d5de01a8508e0
Opinion | Trump’s Carter Problems vs. Biden’s Reagan Possibilities: If Biden can’t convince enough voters that he is up to the presidency into his mid-80s ...
nytimes.com/2024/02/11/opinion/donald-trump-joe-biden-election.html
Charles D. Ferris, a champion of deregulation at the FCC, dies at 90: Appointed by President Jimmy Carter, he pared back government regulations while leading the ...
washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2024/02/26/charles-ferris-dead-fcc/
President Jimmy Carter becomes the first president to live to see White House ornament honoring his legacy.
Luntz: Biden is weakest incumbent since Carter: Republican pollster Frank Luntz on Thursday called President Biden the “weakest incumbent” since former President ...
thehill.com/elections/4442418-luntz-biden-weakest-incumbent-since-carter-2024-election/
Longtime NPR 'Morning Edition' host Bob Edwards dies at age 76: Bob Edwards anchored National Public Radio's “Morning Edition” for just under 25 years.
detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/television/2024/02/12/longtime-npr-morning-edition-host-bob-edwards-dies-at-age-76/72575644007/
Quick Glance: The Voice We Woke Up To: Remembering Bob Edwards
- Bob Edwards began at NPR as a newscaster, hosted All Things Considered, and became a defining voice of Morning Edition.
- Bob Edwards, the veteran broadcaster and iconic Morning Edition host, has passed away, leaving a lasting impact on NPR's sound.
- NPR's Susan Stamberg reflects on Edwards' integral role in the daily lives of millions of Americans through his distinctive voice.
- Margaret Low, who worked with Edwards, praises his deep understanding of the personal connection that defines audio journalism.
What the childhood homes of US presidents looked like: Some US presidents, like Jimmy Carter, were raised on farms with no electricity or running water. Others ...
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Black History Month: Things to know : Black History Month is one of the nation’s oldest organized history celebrations, celebrating the contributions of the ...
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Quick Glance: Congressional Black Caucus: Black History Month and the Power of Truth
- The CBC kicked off Black History Month with a promise to address persistent challenges despite community successes.
- Led by Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.), the CBC represents over a third of the US population and 20+ million Black Americans.
- The group pledged to fight daily for Black rights, dismantle barriers, and create a thriving future for all.
- The CBC emphasized that honoring black history also means speaking truth to power and combating threats to black rights.
What the U.S. recognizing a Palestinian state after Israel's war in Gaza would mean
nbcnews.com/news/world/us-recognize-palestinian-state-biden-israel-war-gaza-rcna136708
Quick Glance: Eden Golan to Represent Israel at Eurovision 2024 in Sweden
- Singer Eden Golan, 20, from Tel Aviv, chosen to represent Israel at Eurovision in May, despite ongoing criticism due to the Gaza conflict.
- Golan won 'Hakochav Haba' and will perform 'I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing' by Aerosmith.
- Her song is a tribute to the missing, including hostages in Gaza kidnapped by Hamas.
- Golan will represent Israel with a song that must include Hebrew lyrics this year, reflecting the current situation.
We Ignore the Ongoing Collapse of American Democracy at Our Peril: Fascism can happen here and we know this because it is happening here. And unless more people ...
commondreams.org/opinion/fascism-threatens-democracy-in-us
Biden is out-Cartering Carter’s failed economy: Biden’s economy has been tepid at best — a far cry from the “strong economy” the administration keeps trying ...
thehill.com/opinion/finance/4429279-biden-is-out-cartering-carters-failed-economy/
Biden’s third-year job approval worst since Carter: Gallup: President Biden’s average job approval rating during his third year in office was the lowest of any U ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4430328-bidens-third-year-job-approval-worst-since-carter-gallup/
Ukraine needs American weapons, not more GOP drama: The GOP’s moral collapse threatens global security.
theatlantic.com/newsletters/archive/2024/01/ukraine-needs-american-weapons-not-more-gop-drama/677314/
Opinion | Iran May Be the 2024 Election Spoiler: In 1980 Tehran helped bring down Jimmy Carter. Will it do the same to Joe Biden?
wsj.com/articles/iran-may-be-the-2024-election-spoiler-biden-jimmy-carter-26b64002
Trump says ‘Jimmy Carter is happy now,’ thanks to Biden: Former President Trump mocked former President Carter on Monday during his Iowa caucus victory speech ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4412019-trump-jimmy-carter-biden-rosalynn/
Joe Biden Gets Ominous Warning From Polls: Biden's low popularity rate among American voters is a huge challenge for the Democrat seeking reelection on November ...
newsweek.com/joe-biden-approval-rating-polls-jimmy-carter-1864211
King: Natural gas policy throwback to Carter years: The Biden administration is weighing a move that will curtail the growth in natural gas exports ...
bostonherald.com/2024/01/27/king-natural-gas-policy-throwback-to-carter-years/
A 'make or break' year for small businesses; seniors enjoy VR; another milestone for former President Carter | Hot off the Wire podcast
omaha.com/news/nation-world/a-make-or-break-year-for-small-businesses-seniors-enjoy-vr-another-milestone-for-former/article_4b9b257f-e9a7-5b34-9a02-3af3e427bd8c.html
On This Day, Jan. 23: Elizabeth Blackwell becomes 1st woman to earn medical degree in U.S. - UPI.com
upi.com/Top_News/2024/01/23/On-This-Day-Elizabeth-Blackwell-becomes-1st-woman-to-earn-medical-degree-in-US/5751705976741/
Trump falsely claims ‘no terrorist attacks’ and ‘no wars’ during his presidency: There were terrorist attacks during Trump’s presidency -- and Jimmy Carter wins ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/01/13/trump-falsely-claims-no-terrorist-attacks-no-wars-during-his-presidency/
There are major shortcomings with zero-based budgeting: Strategic thinking is sacrificed for “cost savings" under zero-based budgeting, a reader says.
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‘This is a tragic loss:’ St. James mourning death of senior student-athlete Carter Carroll
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Quick Glance: Tragic Loss: St. James Mourns Senior Student-Athlete's Passing
- St. James is mourning the loss of a student-athlete.
- The senior student-athlete passed away over the weekend.
- The school will provide grief counselors for students and faculty this week.
- Prayers are requested for the Carroll family and the entire Saint James community.
Biden’s 30X30 Conservation Plan Falls Far Short of What Is Needed: To the delight of oil drillers, miners, trophy hunters, ranchers, farmers, loggers ...
commondreams.org/opinion/biden-s-conservation-plan-falls-short
U.S. does not support Taiwan independence, Biden says: The U.S. President made the comments after Taiwanese voters rebuffed China and gave the ruling party a ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-us-does-not-support-taiwan-independence-biden-says/
Quick Glance: Taiwan's Call to China: Accept Reality
- Voters reject Beijing's calls not to vote for Lai, ensuring him a comfortable victory, despite China's ruling Communist Party considering him a dangerous separatist.
- Lai of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) promises to defend the island from China's 'intimidation' and urges Beijing to accept the result.
- The island's Foreign Ministry urges Beijing authorities in a statement to respect the election results, face reality, and give up suppressing Taiwan to bring positive interactions between both sides back on track.
- Both Lai and Hsiao were the targets of disinformation efforts during the campaign linked to China, according to experts.
Today in History: Supreme Court’s Citizens United decision: On Jan. 21, 2010, a bitterly divided U.S. Supreme Court, in Citizens United v ...
chicagotribune.com/history/citizens-united-20240121-r2owqlrshndnhluiplgxj3csly-story.html
Smallpox was wiped out – other diseases can be too: How do we arrive at a world free of infectious diseases? As new tools and approaches are developed ...
thenationalnews.com/opinion/comment/2024/02/08/neglected-tropical-diseases-ntd-last-mile/
Israel: The incorruptible judge follows Netanyahu's call to The Hague: Aharon Barak criticized Netanyahu's judicial reform. But now the Prime Minister needs him ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/israel-barak-netanjahu-internationaler-gerichtshof-den-haag-suedafrika-1.6330927
Iran needs to know US won’t accept its destabilizing actions: Washington’s policy of containment, defense and deterrence to prevent the Gaza war from spreading ...
politico.eu/article/iran-joe-biden-gaza-houthis-us-wont-accept-its-destabilizing-actions/
Biden Needs to Act Like His House Is on Fire, Because It Is: A key indicator for why the president’s re-election prospects look so grim is that voters associate ...
thedailybeast.com/biden-needs-to-act-like-his-house-is-on-fire-because-it-is
The history of the Iowa caucuses, briefly explained: Iowa is the first contest on the 2024 GOP primary calendar. It became that way by accident.
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Black History Month: This is what you need to know about Black History Action Month
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Is Joe Biden Really the New Jimmy Carter? | by Barry Eichengreen - Project Syndicate
project-syndicate.org/commentary/joe-biden-predicament-similar-to-jimmy-carter-by-barry-eichengreen-2024-01
Conspiracy theories shift into overdrive as Super Bowl nears: Myriad baseless rumors emerged on social media — everything from claims that Swift has played a ...
mercurynews.com/2024/01/31/conspiracy-theories-shift-into-overdrive-as-super-bowl-nears/
Lost Liverpool restaurant loved by generations for its seafood: It also welcomed famous faces through its doors
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/nostalgia/lost-liverpool-restaurant-loved-generations-28536908
Did Jimmy Carter admit that Taiwan is part of China in his 1978 speech?: Verdict: Missing context
rfa.org/english/news/afcl/jimmy-carter-taiwan-01232024144217.html
Can Guyana Beat the Resource Curse?: Oil wealth has helped some countries, and ruined others. AQ reports from Georgetown on policymakers’ efforts to find the ...
americasquarterly.org/article/can-guyana-beat-the-resource-curse/
It's a privilege to cover the caucuses; how the Des Moines Register is gearing up to do it
desmoinesregister.com/story/opinion/columnists/from-the-editor/2024/01/14/how-the-des-moines-register-is-gearing-up-to-cover-the-iowa-caucuses/72201362007/
Quick Glance: Trump Triumphs in Iowa; DeSantis and Haley Battle for 2nd Place
- While the Republican race for second continues, Iowa Democrats hold quieter caucuses.
- Iowa and New Hampshire, the first two states with nominating contests, tend to produce different winners.
- A majority of Iowa voters historically lean towards religious conservatism and rural living.
- Iowa is a closed system, allowing only Republicans to participate.
Joe Biden has a Jimmy Carter problem
deccanherald.com/opinion/joe-biden-has-a-jimmy-carter-problem-2847691
Ohio State's 'Top Gun' to lead through tough times - President Carter shares his plans
dispatch.com/story/news/education/2024/01/12/president-ted-carter-shares-his-plans-as-he-begins-role-as-ohio-state-universitys-top-gun/72095110007/
Joseph Hendrie, 98, Dies; Key Figure in the Three Mile Island Crisis: He was chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in 1979, when America faced its worst ...
nytimes.com/2024/01/06/us/joseph-hendrie-dead.html
Gen X and President Biden: Reality bites: The president is most unpopular among members of Generation X, who lean more conservative than those in other ...
npr.org/2023/12/27/1217878506/gen-x-conservative-disapprove-biden
A look at the more than 100 influential figures who died this year: The world said goodbye to political figures, entertainers and many other notable figures this ...
apnews.com/article/deaths-2023-d87db779f2b68d310774c558302b7a8c
Andrew L. Stigler: Would Ronald Reagan abandon Ukraine to Russia?: Four decades ago, a Republican president supported a different victim of Russian aggression: ...
chicagotribune.com/opinion/commentary/ct-opinion-ukraine-us-funding-ronald-reagan-afghanistan-soviets-cold-war-20240104-f6exp4yoavcnxhh6a7x4r2jxge-story.html
Biden Knew Carter Was in Trouble in 1979. Now He’s in the Same Boat.: Both presidents faced inflation and foreign-policy challenges as they sought a second term.
wsj.com/politics/elections/biden-knew-carter-was-in-trouble-in-1979-now-hes-in-the-same-boat-74c96cdb
Notable figures who died in 2023: Remembering some of the most notable deaths of the past year: Harry Belafonte With a life spanning from music to civil rights ...
thehill.com/homenews/4383661-notable-figures-2023/
What is hospice care? 6 myths about this end-of-life option: It has been one year since Jimmy Carter entered hospice, which often is for patients facing ...
npr.org/2023/12/28/1221648271/hospice-care-myths-jimmy-carter-end-of-life
Marvel’s What If…? Writer Explains Season 2’s Wasp Cameo: What If...? head writer A.C. Bradley has offered context for the Wasp's surprising appearance in ...
superherohype.com/tv/561612-marvel-studios-what-if-season-2-wasp-cameo-explained
Six Americans who left lasting legacies in 2023: Remembering their compassion, convictions and courage reminds us that self-absorbed, self-interested cynics need ...
thehill.com/opinion/civil-rights/4382731-six-americans-who-left-lasting-legacies-in-2023/
Interest in Jimmy Carter’s Sunday school lessons continues to grow: Jimmy Carter gave his last Sunday school lesson several years ago, but Jan Williams still ...
ajc.com/news/interest-in-jimmy-carters-sunday-school-lesson-continues-to-grow/4HOCUOYXDRFRNBWL6F75LB2PGA/
In Pics | Dignitaries, family members gather to remember former first lady Rosalynn Carter
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Quick Glance: Rosalynn Carter's Funeral in Hometown
- Funeral held at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Georgia
- Pastor Tony Lowden highlights her global humanitarian work
- Jimmy Carter leaves hospice to attend the memorial service
- Family and friends share affectionate stories and anecdotes
From the Archives: Former President Jimmy Carter spoke with Democracy Now! in 2007 about the situation in Israel-Palestine ... Show more
Vince Carter, Shawn Marion, Rick Barnes among first-time Hall of Fame noms: Eligible candidates also include former Mavs coach Dick Motta.
dallasnews.com/sports/mavericks/2023/12/21/former-mavs-shawn-marion-vince-carter-among-nominees-for-naismith-basketball-hall-of-fame/
Rosalynn Carter remembered by Joe and Jill Biden for "inspiring a nation and the world"
axios.com/2023/11/19/rosalynn-carter-tribute-joe-jill-biden
Quick Glance: Jimmy Carter Faces Life Alone After Rosalynn's Passing
- Rosalynn Carter, aged 90, underwent major surgery in Atlanta.
- The surgeon warned Jimmy Carter about the dangers of the operation due to Rosalynn's advanced age.
- After learning of Rosalynn's survival, Jimmy made the decision to retire and spend time with her.
- This marked the moment when he truly retired from executive meetings at the Carter Center.
Letters: Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter set best example as citizens: Striking difference between stories on Jimmy and Rosalyn Carter's dedication to country and ...
denverpost.com/2023/11/30/carters-led-by-example/
Amy Carter, Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter's daughter, shared an emotional love letter Jimmy wrote to Rosalynn 75 years ago while away in the Navy.
Biden’s Challenge for 2024: Biden heads into 2024 with worse polling than any President since Jimmy Carter at this point in his first term ...
time.com/6358571/biden-2024-polls-age/
WATCH LIVE: Biden touts clean energy investment and jobs during visit to Pueblo, Colorado
pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-biden-touts-clean-energy-investment-and-jobs-during-visit-to-pueblo-colorado
Quick Glance: Biden Calls Out Boebert as Leader of 'MAGA Movement' in Colorado
- Biden singles out Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) as a leader of the 'MAGA movement' during his visit to her congressional district.
- Biden visits wind tower manufacturer CS Wind in Pueblo, Colo., emphasizing Boebert's role in the 'MAGA movement'.
- Biden mentions Boebert as one of the leaders of the extreme 'MAGA movement' and highlights her voting record against the IRA.
- Biden joins CS Wind workers on stage, emphasizing the positive impact of the company on the population, including in Boebert's district.
Michelle Obama Accused of Being 'Jealous' of Melania Trump: Amid continued discussion around Trump's choice of attire to Rosalynn Carter's funeral ...
newsweek.com/michelle-obama-accused-being-jealous-about-melania-trump-1849195
Billy Baldwin's Melania Trump Message Goes Viral: The outspoken actor wrote about the former first lady's attendance at Rosalynn Carter's funeral.
newsweek.com/billy-baldwin-melania-trump-rosalynn-carter-1848286
Family of Former First Lady Says Goodbye in Her Georgia Church: Rosalynn Carter’s intimate funeral was held at the Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Ga. ...
nytimes.com/live/2023/11/29/us/rosalynn-carter-funeral
The final hours of Rosalynn Carter’s life, in the town where it began: The 96-year-old former first lady will be buried next week after services in Atlanta and ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2023/11/22/rosalynn-carter-funeral-final-moments/
Quick Glance: The Final Moments of Rosalynn Carter's Life
- Rosalynn Carter's health declined as Jimmy Carter sat by her side.
- Jimmy Carter expressed his love and gratitude to his wife.
- He was seen praying.
- Jimmy Carter now lies beside his wife in the hospital bed, allowing them to see and talk to each other.
Jimmy Carter’s most exciting moment was ‘when Rosalynn said she’d marry me’: After former president Jimmy Carter won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 ...
washingtonpost.com/history/2023/11/20/rosalynn-carter-jimmy-carter-marriage-nobel/
Quick Glance: Jimmy Carter's Most Exciting Moment
- When Jimmy Carter won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002, he named something else as his most exciting experience: when Rosalynn said she'd marry him.
- Carter had achieved many things in his life, including his presidency, work with Habitat for Humanity, and advocacy for human rights.
- The longest presidential marriage in U.S. history ended with the death of Rosalynn Carter after over 77 years of marriage.
- Jimmy knew immediately that he would marry Rosalynn, despite her initial reluctance.
Exclusive: Biden emails 800k student loan borrowers about forgiven debt: "I hope this relief gives you a little more breathing room," the Tuesday email ...
axios.com/2023/11/28/biden-student-loan-relief-email
Melania Trump makes rare – and ironic – public appearance: She gave a speech at the National Archives after her husband’s attacks over the Mar-a-Lago case
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/melania-trump-citizenship-archives-speech-b2465318.html
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