Trump To Pick Former Fox News Anchor As U.N. Ambassador

Having trouble viewing this email? [Click here]( [Like us on Facebook]( [View on Instagram]( [Follow us on Twitter]( [View our videos on YouTube]( [Listen]( It's expected to be a busy Friday, with announcements from Trump's U.N. ambassador pick to developments in the Mueller-Russia investigation. Here's what you need to know today. 5 by 5 1. [Trump To Pick Heather Nauert, Former Fox News Anchor, As U.N. Ambassador, Source Says]( President Trump is expected to make the decision today. If confirmed, Nauert would replace Nikki Haley, who is leaving the post at the end of the year. 2. [Benefits Bill For Locked Out Workers Passes Mass. House Amid National Grid Dispute]( The bill would require the state to establish "a benefit program for any individual who is involuntarily unemployed during the period of the negotiation of a collective bargaining contract because of an employer's lockout." 3. [The Mueller Russia Investigation: A Full Docket Of Developments Set For Today]( Robert Mueller faces deadlines in two federal courts in cases, a former FBI director heads into a closed-door interview, and a former Trump campaign adviser gets out of prison. Here's what you need to know. 4. [Contemporary Women's Workspace 'The Wing' Will Open Boston Location]( The trendy, women only co-working space will occupy approximately 10,500 square feet at 699 Boylston St. in the Back Bay, and stretch across two penthouse floors. 5. [MIT Has No 'Compelling Case' To Cut Ties With Saudi Arabia, Report Says]( MIT is among dozens of universities that accept funding from the Saudi government, but the school began reviewing its relationships with Saudi Arabia in October following the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. What's it like outside? [Bright, Sunny, Cold Weather Continues]( It looks sunny, cold and dry over the next week. There should not be any chance of precipitation until sometime late next week or during the following weekend. Tell me more [Poll: Republicans Are Only Group That Mostly Sees Mueller Probe As A 'Witch Hunt']( Seven in 10 Republicans would categorize the investigation as a "witch hunt," while a majority of independents and 4 in 5 Democrats see the investigation as "fair." [Senate Confirms Kathy Kraninger As CFPB Director]( While some praised the choice, there have been objections by critics who highlighted her lack of experience in consumer protection. [Kevin Hart Bows Out As Oscars Host Amid Backlash Over Past Tweets]( "I'm sorry that I hurt people... My goal is to bring people together not tear us apart. Much love & appreciation to the Academy. I hope we can meet again." [Commentary: The Women Of Harvard Deserve Better]( Several fraternities and sororities are suing the university over a 2016 rule that discourages students from joining single-gender clubs. It is unlikely, however, that these suits will help women, writes Lauren Stiller Rikleen. Bookmark this [Harvard 'French Fry Guy' Holds His Ground About Cutting Down]( Despite social media backlash, Harvard professor Eric Rimm explains why he still believes Americans should eat fewer fries, and parents should be careful how they train their children's eating habits. Other stories we're reading - Elizabeth Warren Stands By DNA Test. But Around Her, Worries Abound. ([New York Times]( - An Eye-Scanning Lie Detector Is Forging A Dystopian Future ([Wired]( - A Planned Salmon Farm, Which Would Be Among The World's Largest, Raise Hopes And Fears In Maine ([Boston Globe]( - Outcry Over Trillium's Labor Practices Forces Company To Increase Employee Pay ([Eater Boston]( We value your feedback so [let us know what you think of the new look](. Love this newsletter? Forward it to a friend and have them sign up [here](. Want more stories from WBUR delivered to your inbox? Sign up for some of our other newsletters [here](. [Like us on Facebook]( [Follow us on Twitter]( [View on Instagram]( WBUR, 890 Commonwealth Ave., Boston, MA 02215 [SafeUnsubscribe™ {EMAIL}]( [Forward this email]( | [Update Profile]( | [About our service provider]( Sent by wburtoday@wbur.org in collaboration with [Constant Contact]( [Try it free today](