Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 964

Activist and Congressman Bobby Rush retiring after decades in House

A Chicago political legend, Bobby Rush held firm control of a seat in the U.S. House for 30 years with a backstory unlike any other. At 76, Rush is ready to step back. Scott MacFarlane takes a look at his career.

Suspect in Idaho murders willing to waive extradition hearing, attorney says

Bryan Kohberger could be back in Idaho as soon as this week, his Pennsylvania public defender said.

New Year's celebrations ring in 2023 in U.S. and around the world

New Year's celebrations across the globe marked an end to a year that brought war in Europe, a new chapter in the British monarchy and global worries over inflation.

CBS Weekend News, December 31, 2022

Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI dies at 95; Rubik's Cube continues to inspire new generations of problem solvers

Storm in California causes rock slides while dumping heavy rain and snow

A powerful storm is bringing drenching rain or heavy snowfall to much of California as the state gets ready to usher in a new year.

Atmospheric river bring flooding, landslides into New Year's weekend

The storm began sweeping across the northern part of the state Friday.

Mega Millions jackpot soars to $785 million

The first Mega Millions drawing of 2023 will be a big one. The jackpot grew to a whopping $785 million after there was no winning ticket in Friday night's drawing.

Anita Pointer, founding member of the Pointer Sisters, dies at age 74

"Heaven is a more loving beautiful place with Anita there," her family said in a statement.

Rubik's Cube continues to inspire new generations of problem solvers

In an age of high-tech toys and gadgets, the Rubik's Cube is still captivating children and adults alike nearly 50 years since its creation. Nancy Chen has more with the inventor of the cube, Erno Rubik.

No COVID-19 restrictions for hundreds of thousands in New York's Times Square for New Year's

In New York City, New Year's Eve celebrations and crowds are returning after two years of scaled-back festivities. But the threat from COVID-19 is not gone. Charlie De Mar has more.