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Federal workers laid off by DOGE sound off as they look for new jobs
Federal workers, some of whom are veterans, were filled with despair and frustration as they searched for jobs after Donald Trump and Elon Musk's cuts to the workforce.ABC News - 2d -
'They've radicalized me': Federal workers fight back as Trump dismantles their work
While protests against Trump and Musk's cuts to the federal government are happening around the country, much of the organizing has been happening online.NBC News - 1d -
Avalanche Buries Road Workers’ Camp in India, Killing 8
Rescuers working in extreme conditions evacuated 46 other construction workers trapped beneath feet of snow.The New York Times - 1d -
Toughen UK worker rights bill to curb ‘rogue employers’, MPs say
Recommendations by parliamentarians come as ministers consider amendments to flagship legislationFinancial Times - 1d -
Democrats Invite Fired Federal Workers to Trump’s Congressional Address
The move comes as lawmakers hear from constituents over President Trump’s and Elon Musk’s efforts to slash federal spending and cull the civil service ranks.The New York Times - 1d -
Oscars 2025: Mikey Madison recognizes sex workers in best actress speech
Mikey Madison won the best actress Oscar for "Anora," and recognized the sex worker community in her speech.ABC News - 20h -
Low-paid workers to get right to 80% of salary in sick pay
Those currently earning less than £123 a week are currently not eligible for sick pay.BBC News - 12h -
UK’s lowest-income workers to become eligible for sick pay
About 1.3mn Britons to benefit from legislative plan set to be laid out by ministersFinancial Times - 13h -
DOGE’s Latest Victim: Federal Tech Workers in Office 18F
Mark Cuban has some advice for the fired employees, who focused on tasks like building the login tool for key government programs.Inc. - 6h -
Commentary: 'Anora's' Oscars triumph is a much-needed win for workers, in Hollywood and beyond
Sean Baker got his fairy-tale ending, investing his speeches with meaningful shout-outs on an Oscar night that celebrated unseen laborers as well as glamour.Los Angeles Times - 7h -
Democrats invite fired federal workers to Trump's address to Congress
The firings were part of the sweeping cuts spurred by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE.CBS News - 4h -
USAID worker put on leave speaks out on DOGE cuts
One of the first federal agencies affected by the Trump administration's efforts to downsize the federal workforce was the U.S. Agency for International Development, which oversees aid programs ...CBS News - 1h -
Ex-USAID worker talks about emotional toll of firings, impact on family
President Trump is giving the heads of federal agencies until next week to submit plans for eliminating more government jobs. The thousands being cut in the mass firing are much more than numbers ...CBS News - 1h -
James Cameron: Trump reelection 'like watching a car crash over and over'
Oscar-winning filmmaker James Cameron said Thursday he is "sickened" by President Trump's reelection, adding it is "like watching a car crash over and over and over." Speaking on “The F#$%ing News” ...The Hill - 3d -
Bolsonaro: Is it all over for the 'Trump of the Tropics'?
The former Brazilian president may struggle to stage a comeback.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
Roll Over Shakespeare: ChatGPT Is Here
Theater productions Doomers and McNeal tackle AI’s impact on humanity and the creative process.Wired - Feb. 21 -
Trump and Europe Clashed Over Ukraine
Also, the virtuoso Roberta Flack died at 88. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
Maresca: Chelsea are over-reliant on Palmer
Enzo Maresca believes Chelsea are over-reliant on Cole Palmer and rejected criticism of the midfielder's body language in recent games.ESPN - 6d -
Growing concern over measles outbreak
In Texas, officials are reporting that one unvaccinated child has died of measles. Officials say at least 124 people have been infected and 18 people hospitalized. Almost all have been babies and ...NBC News - 5d -
Volkswagen to Recall Over 60,000 Vehicles
Failure to display the gear position triggered a recall of thousands of Volkswagen vehicles.Inc. - 2d -
Trump and Zelenskyy at a crossroads over Russia
In the wake of Friday's unprecedented, seemingly made-for-TV Oval Office exchange among President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelenskyy, America's ...CBS News - 1d -
2025 NFL Draft: Titans receiving trade calls about No. 1 pick, expect 'big return' for coveted spot, GM says
The draft begins with TennesseeCBS Sports - 6d -
Travis Kelce retirement rumors: Chiefs GM expects star TE back next season, says he's 'fired up' about playing
Kelce, 35, mulled retirement following Super Bowl LIXCBS Sports - 6d -
Nick Chubb landing spots: Browns GM Andrew Berry says team does 'expect' running back to enter open market
The four-time Pro Bowl running back and Cleveland could be parting ways after seven seasonsCBS Sports - 6d -
Swiss Re expects L.A. wildfires to cost the global insurance industry $40 billion, making them the costliest U.S. fires ever
Swiss Re said that its losses from the Los Angeles wildfires would come in under $700 million and that it had no plans to “pull back” from California.MarketWatch - 4d -
How Walmart won over wealthy shoppers
The discounter has gained traction with upper-income shoppers with a larger online assortment and faster online options, like home deliveries.CNBC - Feb. 20 -
Madrid appeal over Bellingham ban dismissed
The Appeals Committee of the Spanish Football Federation on Friday dismissed Real Madrid's appeal against Jude Bellingham's two-match ban.ESPN - Feb. 21 -
Woman in court over McCann family stalking charges
Julia Wandel, 23, had claimed she was the missing child prior to her arrest at Bristol Airport.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
Rickelton stars in South Africa win over Afghanistan
Ryan Rickelton scores his maiden one-day international century as South Africa claim a comfortable 107-run win over Afghanistan in the Champions Trophy.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
Move over H5N1: The next pandemic is already here
The widespread use of antibiotics in industrial animal agriculture is contributing to the rise of antibiotic resistance, with over 35,000 Americans expected to die this year from a preventable ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
A New, Trendy Move Is Taking Over the N.B.A.
Nearly every young perimeter player is feverishly working on adding the “Euro stop” to his game.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
AP sues over White House access restrictions
The Associated Press sued White House officials Friday for restricting the wire service’s access to the Oval Office and Air Force One over its refusal to use “Gulf of America” in its AP Stylebook. ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Sacred Heart wins 60-59 over Merrimack
Led by Anquan Hill's 17 points, the Sacred Heart Pioneers defeated the Merrimack Warriors 60-59ABC News - Feb. 21 -
Iona earns 65-60 victory over Manhattan
Led by Dejour Reaves' 18 points, the Iona Gaels defeated the Manhattan Jaspers 65-60ABC News - Feb. 21 -
Three arrested over man's 2002 disappearance
Northumbria Police says it has arrested two men and a woman on suspicion of murder.BBC News - Feb. 22 -
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Inglis fires Australia to victory over England
England's Champions Trophy begins with a damaging defeat as Australia pull off an epic chase of 352 to counter Ben Duckett's 165 in Lahore.BBC News - Feb. 22 -
Rashford, Asensio inspire Villa to win over Chelsea
Aston Villa's Marco Asensio bagged a brace and fellow newcomer Marcus Rashford had two assists as their side roared back from a goal down to beat Chelsea 2-1.ESPN - Feb. 23 -
Kohli guides India to comfortable win over Pakistan
Virat Kohli hits an unbeaten century as India beat Pakistan by five wickets in the Champions Trophy.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
Trump, Again, Chooses Loyalty Over Leadership
The firing of the nation’s top military officer is the latest example of the president prioritizing fealty over sound policy and expertise.The New York Times - Feb. 24