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Trump brings the weight of the presidency on a perceived enemy — and a private American

With an executive order targeting the government's former top cybersecurity official, Chris Krebs, President Trump has brought the weight of the presidency and DOJ down on a perceived enemy — and a private American.

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler says lack of competition in set-top boxes has meant consumers pay more to get TV services.

FCC Wants To Replace Your Cable TV Box With An App

The FCC has seen the future of cable TV, and it looks like the apps on your smartphone. The agency will vote later this month on a proposal to free consumers from the set-top box.

The U.S. Capitol Building is seen at sunrise as the remains of U.S. Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick lays in honor in the Rotunda on Feb. 3.

Acting Capitol Police Chief Promises 'Significant' Changes Following Deadly Riot

The Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol exposed a number of security shortfalls at the seat of American democracy. Acting Chief Yogananda Pittman released a video statement Friday evening.

Jacob Chansley, the "QAnon Shaman" known for his painted face and horned hat, was taken into custody in Arizona in connection with the assault on the U.S. Capitol on Jan 6.

U.S. Now Says No Direct Evidence Of 'Kill/Capture Teams' So Far In Capitol Riot

The top U.S. prosecutor for the District of Columbia cited a "disconnect" after federal prosecutors in Arizona said there was "strong evidence" that pro-Trump rioters intended to kill officials.

Competing yard signs near Evans City, Pa., four days before the election. The campaigns of President Obama and Republican Mitt Romney each raised more than $1 billion during the race.

Most Expensive Presidential Campaign Ended In Sprint To Spend

A campaign marked by money, fundraisers (including the infamous one that produced Mitt Romney's "47 percent" moment) and superPACs finished with spending sprees across the board, according to final campaign finance reports. In all, more than $2 billion was spent on the presidential race.

Culinary wizard Alton Brown emphasizes the science of cooking, with tasty results in mind.

Alton Brown: Easy as Pie

In the first of a series to help with the mad dash of holiday cooking, Alton Brown, host of The Food Network show '"Good Eats" and author of "I'm Just Here for More Food," offers some baking tips. He explains the secrets and science behind a perfect pie crust.

A worker operates a forklift to move household waste at a facility that stores recyclable materials in Seoul, South Korea. In 2019, more than 130 million metric tons of single-use plastics were thrown away, according to a new report.

20 Companies Are Behind Half Of The World's Single-Use Plastic Waste, Study Finds

More than 130 million metric tons of single-use plastics were thrown out in 2019, according to a new report that puts Exxon Mobil atop a list of the companies that produce it.

Deion Sanders, left, reacts as he sits with television reporter Andrea Kremer, at his agent's suburban home in Winnetka, Ill., April 23, 1989. Sanders was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the first round of the NFL draft. Sanders became the NFL draft's first fashion icon by accessorizing a black and white track suit with a loads of sparkling gold jewelry and dark shades.

At the NFL draft, players share the stage with fashion

Wearing a track suit on NFL draft night like Deion Sanders did would be scoffed at today with top players gathering for a televised event that has become as much runway show as sporting event.

Apprehension in Denmark ahead of talks about Greenland with Vance

Leaders from Denmark and Greenland will meet with top U.S. officials in Washington on Wednesday to try to find a way out of a crisis caused by President Trump repeated demands to annex Greenland.

Theater owners love Beyoncé and Taylor Swift's movies as much as fans do

Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé topped the box office over the weekend but took in far less than Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour did in its opening weekend. Doesn't matter — theater owners still win.

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