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Federal employees again told to provide weekly accomplishment email
The Office of Personnel Management sent out a new email over the weekend that once again asked federal workers to send five bullet points on what they did last week. CBS News White House reporter ...CBS News - 2d -
3 Ways to Drive Employee Productivity and Engagement From the ‘Father of the 401(k)’
Employers need to educate their workers about financial wellness in a way that supports their near- to long-term financial needs.Inc. - 2d -
Guggenheim Lays Off 20 Employees as Financial Challenges Persist
The museum has suffered from rising costs and lower attendance. The cuts followed those at the Brooklyn Museum, which trimmed 10 percent of its staff this month.The New York Times - 2d -
Elon Musk Says Government Needs Innovation. His Former Employees Disagree
Some who saw Musk move fast and break Twitter are worried about what he’s doing to the government.Inc. - 2d -
Judge reverses Trump firing of employee appeals board member
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that the Trump administration’s firing of a federal employee appeals board member was unlawful. U.S. District Judge Rudolph Contreras ruled in favor of Cathy Harris, ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump illegally removed member of board protecting government employees, judge rules
President Donald Trump unlawfully removed a member of a federal office that protects government employees from partisan interference, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.ABC News - 1d -
FAA union president says DOGE fired essential employees without assessment
Dave Spero, the president of a union representing employees of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), said at a Tuesday hearing that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) fired ...The Hill - 1d -
OPM walks back memo on firing probationary employees, leaving decision to agencies
The Office of Personnel Management on Tuesday updated its guidance to department heads that demanded the firing of federal workers, adding that it's up to the agency on whether to boot their hires. ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump administration rescinds guidance directing agencies to fire probationary employees
A federal judge last week ordered the Office of Personnel Management to retract instructions to other agencies on dismissing recently hired or promoted employees.NBC News - 1d -
Trump Administration Plans to Eliminate More Than 80,000 Veterans Affairs Employees
The job reductions would be a major escalation of the downsizing that has already occurred at the department, which provides health care and many other services to veterans.The New York Times - 13h -
Trump’s Cuts to Federal Work Force Push Out Young Employees
The loss of early career workers has raised concerns about the impact on the next generation of civil servants.The New York Times - 2h -
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Can Europe afford to defend itself without the US?
Also in this newsletter: The EU’s peace offering in Trump’s trade warFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
This is the year the Oscars found God – but can they keep the faith?
From Conclave to The Brutalist to A Real Pain, films about religion are unusually well represented at the Academy Awards – some with decidedly unorthodox themes • Warning: contains spoilers . ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
How Expert Advisors Can Drive Innovation and Trust
Scientific advisory boards can be a huge competitive advantage for innovative tech companies. Here’s how my business has benefited.Inc. - Feb. 22 -
Vietnam can escape the middle-income trap
The nation’s unique advantages will propel it forwardFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
Can Canadians get the world drinking tree sap?
The largest producer of maple syrup now wants you to drink the sap, which it calls maple water.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Can UK banks stay the course on their climate pledges?
Lenders warn that slow government action may force a rethinkFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
Can you dispute your tax bill with the IRS?
Receiving an unexpected tax bill from the IRS doesn't mean you're automatically obligated to pay it.CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Can I fix my energy prices?
Gas and electricity bills will rise again on 1 April, when the latest energy price cap takes effect.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
Here's how Trump can still win in Ukraine
Team Trump is struggling to find a solution to the war in Ukraine, with President Trump refusing to blame Putin and instead placing blame on Ukraine and NATO, despite a Quinnipiac University Poll ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
The Biggest Upcoming Games That You Can Preorder Now
We're only two weeks into 2025, and we've already seen some exciting big releases, including Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 , Civilization VII , and Dynasty Warriors Origins , and Donkey Kong ...GameSpot - Feb. 26 -
Can Europe go it alone on Russia sanctions?
Washington’s coercive economic diplomacy is undergoing massive changeFinancial Times - Feb. 27 -
Can Starmer rise to meet his Bismarck moment?
Labour will use the geopolitical crisis to defy its own members about the new priorities for a rearming economyFinancial Times - Feb. 27 -
How Starmer can tread the Trump tightrope
Also in this week’s newsletter, delivering the skills needed to power an infrastructure boomFinancial Times - 6d -
Europe at a crossroads: can the EU meet its challenges?
FT correspondents discussed how Europe will respond to geopolitical and economic dangersFinancial Times - 6d -
With Video Mapping, Destination Weddings Can Happen Anywhere
Some couples are using video mapping — or projections — to create visual experiences intended to transport guests to another place.The New York Times - 6d -
Can I take out a HELOC with low equity?
A HELOC can be a good borrowing option in today's rate environment, but can you qualify with low home equity?CBS News - 5d -
How The Power of 3s Can Improve Your Communication
Third times a charm isn’t just a saying, it’s a hint. Good things come in threes.Inc. - 4d -
Can Europe secure peace in Ukraine without the US?
With relations between Washington and Kyiv in tatters, we examine what can realistically be achieved for Zelenskyy. Russia-Ukraine war – latest news updates Britain and France are trying, with ...The Guardian - 3d -
Zelenskyy says U.S.-Ukraine relationship can be salvaged
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday that he believes he will be able to salvage his relationship with the United States.NBC News - 3d -
Is it true that … doing pilates can lengthen your muscles?
Is the goal of a ‘long and lean’ physique promised by influencers attainable? Or does long and lean essentially just mean lean?. Pilates has been hailed as something of a wonder exercise in recent ...The Guardian - 3d -
Arsenal can 'change narrative' of season - Timber
Jurrien Timber says Arsenal can "change the narrative" of their season if they can beat PSV Eindhoven in their Champions League last-16 tie.BBC News - 2d -
How Trump can strengthen the US Navy
The idea of the Shipyard Accountability and Workforce Support plan is to allow the Navy and its shipbuilders more flexibility in how they spend money.The Hill - 2d -
Can international aid survive in a crumbling world order?
As western governments dramatically scale back budgets, remaining funding is likely to be a more obvious tool of geopolitical interestsFinancial Times - 2d -
Arteta: Arsenal can still go to a 'different level'
Mikel Arteta has insisted that Arsenal still have "gears to take the game to a different level" despite their injury crisis.ESPN - 2d -
Big 12 preview: Can Colorado reinvent itself?
We're previewing the most volatile conference in the country: The Big 12.ESPN - 17h -
Work Has Given Me Tech Neck. This Device Is Helping Undo the Damage
Hours of screen time lead to stiffness, pain, and brain fog. I tested the Chirp Wheel to see if it could help—and the results were surprising.Wired - Feb. 20 -
Domestic abuse experts to help police in 999 call rooms after murders
The pilot in five police force areas comes after Raneem Oudeh and her mother were murdered in 2018.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
Donald Trump halting anti-bribery laws will harm, not help US companies
President’s order means a race to the bottom rigged against US, argues anti-corruption watchdog Transparency International. Bribery is not a victimless crime. Stories listing the amount paid or the ...The Guardian - Feb. 21