Maryland Governor Pardons Over 100,000 Cannabis Convictions
Maryland Governor Wes Moore pardoned over 100,000 cannabis convictions on Monday.
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Video: GOP official suing Kari Lake for defamation speaks out… ‘She surrendered‘
Stephen Richer, the Republican Maricopa County Recorder who oversaw Kari Lake’s 2022 election loss, took her to court over her repeated false claims that Richer rigged the election against her. Now he’s speaking out after Kari Lake made what Richer’s attorney calls an “unequivocal admission” in the case.
Video: Elon Musk reacts to Don Lemon’s questioning: ‘You are upsetting me‘
CNN’s Oliver Darcy breaks down key moments from the Elon Musk interview that led Don Lemon to lose his programming spot on the X platform.
Video: Laborers’ Union releases new ad endorsing Biden
The Laborers’ International Union of North America has put out a new ad endorsing President Biden in 2024. Politico’s Eugene Daniels discusses.
Video: How Russia duped two Republicans with propaganda laundered through fake news sites
Rachel Maddow explains how Russia is using real-looking, fake news sites to introduce propaganda in American discourse by giving fake stories the appearance of legitimate sourcing, fooling some Republicans into resharing false information that they want to believe is true.
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Video: A Country at War with Itself | Putin’s Russia
Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has brought war back to Europe and is transforming Russia itself— dissent is crushed, propaganda is raging and fear is everywhere. Filmed over 12 months with unparalleled access, VICE News documents how this war is pushing the country from authoritarianism to dictatorship.
Video: Supreme Court Ethics | Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
John Oliver discusses the Supreme Court, the ethically questionable gifts some of the justices receive, and an offer for Clarence Thomas that could ruin John’s life. Genuinely. You’ll see.
Video: Biden’s 2024 State of the Union Address, RFK Jr. Bizarrely Defends Flying on Epstein’s Plane
Jimmy addresses the latest news, like the White House briefing dozens of social media influencers on Biden’s State of the Union address, RFK Jr.’s response to flying on Jeffrey Epstein’s plane and Boeing failing to give investigators a list of their door specialists.
Video: A man deliberately got 217 Covid shots. Here’s what happened
A 62-year-old German man deliberately got 217 Covid-19 vaccine shots in the span of 29 months, according to a new study, going against national vaccine recommendations. That’s an average of one jab every four days. CNN’s Meg Tirrell reports.
Video: Mayorkas fires back at Gov. Abbott following criticism of Biden’s border actions
On State of the Union with Dana Bash, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas reacts to Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s criticism of President Joe Biden’s border actions. #CNN #News
Video: Insane blizzard slams California – Strands hundreds on Donner Pass Atmospheric River
One of the most intense #blizzards I have been in anywhere in the country slammed #California for multiple days. Interstate 80 was turned into a parking lot stranding hundreds with intense winds with heavy blowing snow. Semi-trucks littered the road as CHP and CalTrans tried to get everyone unstuck on Donner Pass. Earlier in the day white out conditions and heavy #snow caused motorists to get stuck all over the pass. We pulled out many vehicles. Plows worked overtime trying to keep up as feet of snow fell. Winds were well over 100 mph on the pass at times.
Unveiling the Truth: The Power of Objective Evidence and the Pitfalls of Fallacious Arguments
Unlock the secrets to discovering truth by demanding objective evidence and steering clear of fallacious arguments. Explore the power of critical thinking, verifiable sources, and cross-verification, while learning to recognize and avoid common fallacies. Embrace a mindset that values evidence over rhetoric for a more informed and rational approach to unraveling the complexities of the world.
Michigan Dems Vote “Uncommitted” | Biden Talks Ceasefire Over Ice Cream | GOP Targets Birth Control
President Biden’s awkward ice cream moment came one day before some Democrats in Michigan used their primary votes to protest his support of Israel’s actions in Gaza, while Republicans are pushing state-by-state birth control bans and blocked a bill that would have protected access to contraception nationwide.
Biden Talks Ceasefire Over Ice Cream & CPAC’s Panels Sound Insane | The Daily Show
Michael Kosta has the scoop on Biden’s ice cream shop press conference on Gaza, and why this year’s Conservative Political Action Conference felt like the worst rock concert ever. Plus, Ronny Chieng places his bets on Baconators after Wendy’s announces new surge pricing.
Hear Russia’s warning after Macron said Western troops in Ukraine ‘cannot be ruled out’
NATO and leaders from multiple countries said there are no plans for troops on the ground in Ukraine, after French President Emmanuel Macron floated the possibility of sending European forces.
Unraveling the Appeal to Belief Fallacy: Navigating the Perils of Popular Opinion
Dive into the intricacies of the Appeal to Belief fallacy, where the allure of popular opinion can cloud rational judgment. Explore real-world examples and understand the implications of prioritizing consensus over evidence. Uncover the importance of critical thinking in navigating the complexities of belief systems and fostering intellectual integrity.
Trial over Black teen’s dreadlocks begins in Texas
A trial is getting underway in Texas concerning Darryl George, a Black Texas teenager who was repeatedly suspended from school for refusing to remove his dreadlocks. The case will decide if George’s hairstyle is protected under the state’s new CROWN Act. Cheyanne Mumphrey, national education reporter for the Associated Press, joined CBS News to discuss the case.
Video shows latest US airstrikes against Iranian-backed targets in Yemen
The Pentagon has released new video showing the US launching airstrikes against Iranian-backed targets in Yemen on February 3, 2024.
See Russian media’s coverage of Tucker Carlson’s visit
Far-right journalist Tucker Carlson is visiting Russia amid an upcoming major shakeup in the Ukrainian troops. CNN’s Senior Interntional Correspondent Frederik Pleitgen and Simon Shuster, author of “The Showman,” a book about Zelensky, join Erin Burnett to discuss.
🚨Fake News Alert🚨 Viral Posts Misuse Rat Study to Make Unfounded Claims About COVID-19 Vaccines and Autism
COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy benefits both mother and baby. Side effects are generally mild, and studies don’t show negative effects on the baby. A criticized study that gave COVID-19 vaccines to pregnant rats doesn’t show that vaccines cause autism or that people shouldn’t get COVID-19 vaccines, contrary to claims.
Drone video shows moment Ukrainian artillery strikes Russian forces
CNN senior international correspondent Frederik Pleitgen is on the ground in Eastern Ukraine where he speaks to members of the Ukrainian National Guard who explain the latest battlefield strategies in the ongoing conflict against Russia.
‘Almost like firing cannonballs‘: See what Ukrainian unit is shooting amid ammo shortage
On Ukraine’s front lines, ammunition is running low while US funding remains stalled in Congress. CNN’s Fred Pleitgen takes a closer look at the desperate situation on the ground.
Top Houthi leader claims they are at war with the U.S.
The U.S. military attacked Houthi targets inside Yemen for the fifth time in retaliation for attacks in the Red Sea. The Biden administration formally redesignated the Houthis as a terrorist organization. NBC News’ Richard Engel spoke with a top commander of the Houthis who claims they are at war with the U.S.
Unrelenting winter storm impacting tens of millions across the U.S.
Snow and ice that froze over the Pacific Northwest continues to make its way across the country. Over the last week, at least 47 people have died from the winter storms. NBC News’ Emilie Ikeda reports from outside Buffalo, New York where more snow is set to hammer the Northeast.
Organ & Body Donations: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
John Oliver discusses the systems in place for donating our organs and bodies, why those donations don’t always go where we might think they’re going, and which airline is the Greyhound bus of the sky.
Cross-country winter storm alerts
At least 15 states are under winter storm alerts as the East Coast braces for snow.
‘I never thought I’d be here’: Fmr law enforcement officers reflect on Jan 6, three years later
Three years after the January 6 insurrection, former DC Metro & Capitol police officers, Sgt. Aquilino Gonell, Ret. Officer Michael Fanone & Officer Harry Dunn, join Morning Joe reflect on the traumatic events and its lasting impact— highlighting the ongoing challenges in accountability and narrative of the day.
Russia attacks Ukraine with ballistic missiles provided by North Korea, U.S. says
A White House spokesperson said U.S. intelligence officials have determined that Moscow has acquired ballistic missiles from North Korea and fired at least one of them into Ukraine on December 30. The U.S. is now concerned Iran will soon agree to sell Russia missiles. Geoff Bennett reports.
Why renting over buying might be the favored choice in today’s real estate landscape
Buying has almost always been favored over renting when it comes to housing. For generations, the prevailing wisdom has been that renting is a waste of money. But what about now, with a tough real estate market characterized by elevated listing prices and interest rates? Geoff Bennett discussed that with David Leonhardt, author of, “Ours Was the Shining Future: The Story of the American Dream.”
Doctors unionize as healthcare services are consolidated into corporate systems
As recently as the early 80s, about three of every four doctors in the U.S. worked for themselves, owning small clinics. Today, some 75 percent of physicians are employees of hospital systems or large corporate entities. Some worry the trend is leading to diminished quality of care and is one reason doctors at a large Midwestern health provider decided to unionize. Fred de Sam Lazaro reports.
Artificial Intelligence | 60 Minutes Full Episode
From January 2019, Scott Pelley’s interview with “the oracle of AI,” Kai-Fu Lee. From this past April, Pelley’s report on Google’s AI efforts. And from this past March, Lesley Stahl’s story on chatbots like ChatGPT and a world of unknowns.
Schumer: Democrats won’t let Republicans defund the FBI
Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-NY, discusses where he sees areas of compromise with mainstream Republicans and why he says extremism doesn’t work with American voters.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Is “Tired” of “Stupid People,” Congress Is Most Unproductive in History
Jimmy addresses the latest news, like more than 300,000 air fryers sold at Walmart, Target and Kohl’s being recalled and Congress on track to be one of the most unproductive in modern history.
Ford Saves the Tonight Show Holiday Block Party – in Partnership with Ford | The Tonight Show
A huge winter storm knocks out the power at Jimmy and The Roots’ holiday block party, but the new 2024 Ford F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid with Pro Power Onboard saves the day.
Weekend Update: Christmas Joke Swap 2023
Weekend Update anchors Colin Jost and Michael Che tackle the week’s biggest news and make each other read jokes they’ve never seen before live on air to close out 2023.
Political experts examine America’s divisions heading into 2024 election
All this year, Judy Woodruff has been exploring the deep divisions we see playing out every day in the country. She’s distilled much of that reporting into a special airing Tuesday night on PBS. For that, she recently sat down with a panel to talk through their concerns heading into another contentious election year. It’s for her series, America at a Crossroads.
Slaughterhouse children: The dark truth behind the meat you eat
In towns across America, children working in dangerous jobs in slaughterhouses is an open secret. Data from the Labor Department says that children are illegally working at alarming rates. NBC News takes you inside these slaughterhouses in an investigation that spans six states, two countries, dozens of interviews and thousands of pages of public records.