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A Gallup survey published Tuesday found that 42 percent of U.S. adults approve of Biden’s job as president, down slightly from the 44 percent he recorded in August’s poll, but up from his all-time low of 38 percent in July. Biden’s 42 percent approval rating in the September of a midterm election year is the same as Reagan’s was in 1982, as well as Bill Clinton’s in 1994. Biden is two points ahead of Donald Trump’s approval rating ahead of his first midterm election, but three points behind Barack Obama’s 45 percent approval rating in September 2010 and Jimmy Carter’s in 1978....

President-elect Joe Biden has expressed support for another round of legislation, and members of his newly announced economic team have highlighted the need for a second stimulus—and fast. Former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen, Biden’s pick for Treasury Secretary, told Bloomberg TV in October that relief is needed immediately and will likely be required even after the outbreak is over. “While the pandemic is still seriously affecting the economy we need to continue extraordinary fiscal support, but even beyond that I think it will be necessary,” Yellen said, adding that the government can “afford to have more debt....

On Monday, Paxton filed a motion seeking a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction to block the Biden administration’s requirement that all employees of federal contractors be vaccinated against the coronavirus by December 8. It described Biden’s mandate as an “unprecedented overreach” that will force those who work with federal contractors “to choose between their fundamental constitutional rights and their livelihoods.” The motion calls the mandate part of the president’s “unconstitutional efforts to revitalize his ‘flagging vaccination campaign’ at the cost of individual liberty....

Biden’s message came as the U.N. Security Council met Monday to discuss the crisis in a last-ditch effort to avoid armed conflict breaking out. “If Russia is sincere about addressing our respective security concerns through dialogue, the United States and our Allies and partners will continue to engage in good faith,” Biden said in a statement. “If instead Russia chooses to walk away from diplomacy and attack Ukraine, Russia will bear the responsibility, and it will face swift and severe consequences,” the president said....

Yes, he conceded, Ohio State transfer Joe Burrow has all the measurables and intangibles the Tigers want in a quarterback. He emphasized, however, that there will still be a four-man competition in fall camp at LSU. “The addition of Joe Burrow,” he said, “has added to the competition that we already have at quarterback. We feel that Justin (McMillan), Myles (Brennan) and Lowell (Narcisse) are three excellent quarterbacks, but we’re going to let this thing play out and let the best man win....

The 34-year-old quarterback, who was sent from the Ravens to the Broncos in a trade this offseason, participated in his first training camp practice with his new team Thursday. “There is an energy about coming here and an excitement that I feel about coming to this new team and getting another chance to be a starting quarterback in this league,” Flacco said. “I don’t think you can ever take for granted how awesome it is to get to do what I’m doing and what we are all doing, so I’m definitely excited about it and ready to go....

But as is the case with Joe Namath, he does everything with style. So when the Hall of Fame quarterback attends a cold-weather Super Bowl, he does it in style. MORE: What Does John Fox Say? | Transit apocalypse He's the Ric Flair of the NFL.

Tying a career-high in points, the big man had a career game and led the team to a comfortable 123-110 victory. After being down early, by as 10 in the first half, the 76ers took control of this game behind a 47-point third quarter. It was a game for the ages by the 76ers center. A superhuman effort but if you ask him, he was “okay”. He’s clearly being modest....

Using a dominant defensive effort and a strong performance from Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, Miami easily took care of Philadelphia in Game 1, winning 106-92. Miami now leads the second-round series 1-0. Harden finished the game with just 16 points on 5-of-13 shooting (38.5 percent) in a little over 34 minutes of action. He did have nine rebounds and five assists but also recorded a game-high five turnovers. Harden got to the free-throw line just four times (he did make all four of his attempts) and shot just 28....

The video was shared on the TikTok page nickandsoph on December 6 and has since been viewed over 3.6 times. It was posted with the caption: “Sound still has potential… Got taken down for bullying #joelosteen #notbullying #happyholidays’ #fyp#blowthisup @worldstar@hasandpiker.” The 16-second video begins with the man and Osteen linking arms as they smile and look up at the camera for a video. The man then begins talking and says: “I’m here with Joel Osteen” before insulting the preacher....

The organization announced Thursday that it has signed Logano to a multiyear agreement. No other details were released. MORE: Tony Stewart cleared by grand jury | Marijuana use key to decision | Ward family not happy with ruling Logano, who has a career-high four wins this season and is second in the Chase for the Sprint Cup standings, will continue to drive the No. 22 Shell-Pennzoil Ford in Sprint Cup and run select Nationwide Series races for the organization....

Speaking to media members after the game, Calipari was confronted with his most difficult question of the night, and the source of the question caught a lot of people, including Calipari, off guard. MORE: Watch out for Kentucky’s stud freshmen A young Sports Illustrated for Kids reporter asked Calipari how Malik Monk, who had just scored 23 points on 7-of-11 shooting from 3-point range, stacked up against some of Calipari’s other top recruits....

There wasn’t much else said about the reboot or what direction it’s heading in, but the involvement of the original creator would be a nice sign that the project at least has his blessing. Best case scenario, he can help bring the magic that turned his version of The Thing into a cherished horror classic. Carpenter revealed the possiblity of his contribution during an online Q&A, remarking: “I think [Jason Blum’s] gonna be working on The Thing....

Some critics have pointed to these videos as examples of why the Democrat makes a poor candidate as he contests a hard-fought U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania against Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz. However, supporters of Fetterman have argued that these videos have been doctored and do not accurately represent the scenes at his rallies. Newsweek Fact Check looked into both sides of the narrative. Last week, Fetterman vowed to debate Oz as the pair have stepped up attacks on one another in the run-up to November’s election....

Harkes’ departure from FC Cincinnati, first reported by Goal on Friday evening, came as a surprise to the team’s player’s and staff, with sources saying that a power struggle between the former U.S. national team captain and team president and general manager Jeff Berding. U.S. under-20s fall flat in loss to Panama Cincinnati assistant coach Alan Koch was named the team’s new head coach. Koch was hired by the club in December after having been the head coach of USL side Vancouver Whitecaps II....

The third-year guard from Wisconsin called the Broncos from his home in Seattle this week to notify them he wouldn't be returning to the team following its bye. PHOTOS: Shocking retirements | Replacing Fox no easy fix | Week 10 power rankings Then he announced on Twitter that he was calling it a career, saying, "Football was fun but my head hurts-haha kidding roger goodell. I'm on to new things, thanks to everyone along the way!...

The symbol of Chelsea Football Club. But the truth is, he is not a nice guy. In fact he is not even a good guy. But he is one of the best defenders out there and it can be clearly seen that he is the perfect example of last-inch defending. If you forget everything he has done off-field, he is a man to be given credit. He loves the club with all his heart and his performance has never been below par....

Harden reportedly wants to be traded to either the Philadelphia 76ers or another contender in the NBA, and the former MVP had a clear message after the Rockets were swept aside by defending champions the Lakers 117-100 on Tuesday. The Rockets star walked out of his postgame news conference, not before telling the media: “I love this city. I literally have done everything that I can. This situation is crazy....

The trip comes as Biden hopes to find a diplomatic path with Saudi Arabia after years of taking a hardline stance against the country over the death of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. But now, he may move to strengthen diplomacy in pursuit of a solution to high gas prices ahead of the midterm elections later this year. Meanwhile, 9/11 Families United, an organization consisting of family members of those killed in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, is pressuring Biden to demand transparency from Saudi officials on the trip....