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Instead, that department would be run by an appointee of the state Board of Education. The elected state superintendent runs the state Department of Education and serves as the administrative lead for the state Board of Education. In some areas, he answers to the authority of the state board; in others, he does not. The governor appoints the state board, which approves the wording of state education policies. Thurmond said that even under the current structure, underfunding of the state Education Department limits its effectiveness.

Trump says U.S. could have direct oversight in Venezuela for years, New York Times reports The Senate on Thursday voted to advance a resolution that could limit President Trump's ability to continue military action in Venezuela without congressional approval. It comes as the president told the New York Times that he could see the U.S. having direct oversight of Venezuela for years. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.

Graham Norton has been the voice of Eurovision in the UK since 2009 Ray Burmiston/BBCGraham Norton has spoken out about the controversy that continues to surround the Eurovision Song Contest ahead of this year’s event. During an interview on Thursday’s edition of Lorraine Kelly’s talk show, the host pointed out to Graham that ahead of Eurovision 2026, “we’ve had countries pulling out for all sorts of different reasons”. Graham Norton speaking to Lorraine Kelly on Thursday morning Ken McKay/ITV/ShutterstockAdvertisement“Can we not just make it a festival of happiness, joy and unification?” she asked the presenter, who has been a pivotal part of the BBC’s Eurovision coverage since 2009. “That’s what it started as,” he responded, admitting he thought it was “sad that we’re in this situation”. And when you’re in the arena it’s very hard to see people being booed, it’s horrible.

LOADING ERROR LOADINGConan O’Brien delivered a reality check to the “F Trump” comedians who, he says, are consumed by anger. O’Brien made the remarks after he was asked about his “very interesting observations about Trump” and how his “presidency has impacted comedy.”AdvertisementThe former “Conan” host went on to declare that comedians who are “so angry” about Trump are surrendering their “best weapon.”“Some comics go the route of ‘I’m going to just say ‘F Trump’ all the time’ or that’s their comedy. And I think well now, a little bit, you’re being co-opted because you’re so angry,” he explained. You’ve been lulled into just saying ‘F Trump. I don’t need to be funny.’ And I think, well, if you’re a comedian, you always need to be funny.

On Wednesday in Minneapolis, a federal agent fatally shot a motorist, 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good. Multiple unmarked federal vehicles are idling nearby. Secretary Noem alleged the motorist “was blocking the officers in.” Bystanders are blowing whistles and yelling at federal agents. President Trump and others said the federal agent was hit by the SUV, often pointing to another video filmed from a different angle. The federal agents on scene do not appear to rush to provide emergency medical care.

USC quarterback Husan Longstreet stands on the sideline during a win over Michigan State at the Coliseum on Sept. 20. When Husan Longstreet arrived at USC a year ago, the expectation was the five-star freshman would be the Trojans’ future at quarterback. But after just one season at USC, Longstreet is leaving. Longstreet entered the NCAA transfer portal Thursday, throwing the Trojans’ future plans at football’s most important position into question. But after a delicate dance of courting both quarterbacks, USC pivoted to Longstreet and managed to flip him from the Aggies.

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Behind the Onscreen F-BombThis four-letter obscenity has a distinct way of adding emphasis, rhythm and shock value. But using it in a PG-13 movie can be complicated. Julia Jacobs explores the rule that has been maintained for decades by the Motion Picture Association and how filmmakers make do. By Julia Jacobs, Gabriel Blanco and Joey SendaydiegoJanuary 9, 2026

Photo: washingtonpost.com, photo editor: Dastan ShanayTraveling across the Mangystau region of western Kazakhstan can feel more like a lunar expedition than a road trip. Driving off-road in four-wheel-drive vehicles, travelers pass bleached rock formations, broad plateaus and vast empty plains that show little sign of human presence, the Washington Post reported. Photo: washingtonpost.com, photo editor: Dastan ShanayMangystau’s isolation is striking. Photo: washingtonpost.com, photo editor: Dastan ShanayThe main gateway to the region is Aktau, a Caspian Sea port city designated the 2025 Culture Capital of the Turkic World. According to Kazakhstan’s Bureau of National Statistics, about 409,000 visitors stayed in accommodations in Mangystau last year, representing roughly 9 percent of all resort-area visits nationwide.

Democrats will also choose a nominee for governor to run against incumbent GOP Gov. There’s seemingly less drama in the outcome of the Senate primaries in North Carolina, where former Democratic Gov. Cassidy’s opposition includes State Treasurer John Fleming and state Sen. Blake Miguez. In Arizona, there is a crowded GOP primary for governor battling to challenge Democratic Gov. September 8: New HampshireThe GOP primary in New Hampshire features two former senators seeking comebacks with John E. Sununu and Scott Brown.

Vance responds to ICE officer's fatal shooting of woman in Minneapolis Vice President JD Vance defended the ICE officer who fatally shot a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday, saying the officer faced an "attack on federal law enforcement.”

Abigail Marsh, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Georgetown University, studies extraordinary altruism — people who jump in to rescue strangers in emergencies or donate a kidney to someone they don’t know. I don’t know his name. I don’t think I said thank you. The altruists I’ve worked with said that their decision was very kind of intuitive. If you enjoy spending time with other people, help in ways that are extroversion-friendly, like volunteering at a soup kitchen.

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Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dismissed Trump as having hands “stained with the blood of Iranians” as supporters shouted “Death to America!” in footage aired by Iranian state television. AdvertisementIran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks on Iranian state television in Tehran, Iran on Sept. 23, 2025. Iranian state media alleged “terrorist agents” of the U.S. and Israel set fires and sparked violence. Trump warned last week that if Tehran “violently kills peaceful protesters,” America “will come to their rescue.”AdvertisementIn an interview with talk show host Hugh Hewitt aired Thursday, Trump reiterated his pledge. “I’m not sure that it would be appropriate at this point to do that as president,” Trump said.