A massive Norway spruce has been lit up in a tradition that ushers in Christmastime in New York City. Mayor Bill de Blasio flipped the switch Wednesday night to light the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. (Nov. 29)
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2nd possible gene-edited pregnancy reported
A Chinese researcher who claims to have helped make the world’s first genetically edited babies says a second pregnancy may be underway. Researcher He Jiankui spoke publicly for the first time about the controversial experiment in Hong Kong. (Nov. 28)
Pompeo: No intel link between prince, Khashoggi
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said he’s seen “no direct reporting connecting the Crown Prince” of Saudi Arabia to Jamal Khashoggi’s murder. Pompeo also urged senators to support U.S. involvement in the Saudi-led war in Yemen. (Nov. 28)
Supporters celebrate Hyde-Smith’s Miss. Senate win
Supporters of U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith of Mississippi are celebrating after the Republican won a runoff against Democrat Mike Espy on Tuesday. (Nov. 28)
Steer too beefy to become burgers
Knickers the steer is too big to be made into burgers, so he’s getting to live out his days on the farm instead. (Nov. 28)
Analyst: GM preparing for changing auto market
Analysts see the annoucement by GM to cut up to 14,000 jobs as a sign of a changing North American auto market where consumers are buying fewer cars and more SUVs and trucks. (Nov. 27)
This is the song Michael Buble sings in the shower
Michael Buble stomps so hard while singing in the shower that he damaged his home bathroom. (Nov. 26)
Activist Ai Weiwei and director Barry Jenkins discuss free speech
At a recent gala held by literary group Pen America, activist Ai Weiwei and director Barry Jenkins gave their personal opinions about the significance of freedom of speech. (Nov. 26)
Driver ‘proud’ to be part of ‘BlacKkKlansman’
At the Gotham Awards in New York, stars including Adam Driver, Ethan Hawke and Glenn Close discuss the importance of working on independent films. (Nov. 27)
Becky G: ‘I’ve struggled with loving my butt’
Becky G lists her favorite buttocks exercises. (Nov. 26)