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DOGE Was Created to Save the Government Money. It May End Up Costing Billions Instead
DOGE reports it has saved $130 billion, but between lost tax income and severance costs, the unit may wind up costing the U.S.Inc. - 4d -
Do Tesla’s Woes Signal a Nearing End to DOGE?
Remarks by the president and others by Elon Musk, indicate the Tesla CEO may need to leave DOGE and focus on reversing his company’s sliding fortunes.Inc. - 19h -
DOGE Is Trying to Gift Itself a $500 Million Building, Court Filings Show
The documents reveal a DOGE affiliate is attempting to transfer the headquarters of an independent think tank, the United States Institute of Peace, to the government at no cost.Wired - 1d -
CFPB, the consumer watchdog agency, under fire by President Trump, DOGE | 60 Minutes
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a watchdog agency created to protect consumers, is under fire by President Trump and DOGE. Its new head ordered work to stop and funding to end.CBS News - 2d -
What are today's savings interest rates?
You can open a high-yield savings account today and start earning more on the money you save.CBS News - 22h -
Trump’s Tariffs Are Coming, but at a Cost to U.S. Alliances
President Trump is already showing signs of concern that his targets may team up against him.The New York Times - 15h -
UNAIDS director proposes that President Trump make an 'amazing deal' to end HIV
The head of the U.N. AIDS agency says the sudden loss of American money has been “devastating” for efforts to stop HIV and will cost many lives of the world’s most vulnerable peopleABC News - Mar. 24 -
49ers owner says team had quiet offseason to save money for Brock Purdy extension
The 49ers know it's going to take a boatload of money to retain Brock Purdy.Yahoo Sports - 16h -
More money? Game-time guarantees? What is holding up Antoine Griezmann’s decision on his Atletico Madrid future?
Antoine Griezmann (34) is yet to make a decision on his future. The former France international’s contract at Atletico Madrid expires at the end of the season and while there are talks over an ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Fired Federal Workers Get Love—and Jobs—From State Governments
As DOGE layoffs near 100,000, state and local governments are actively recruiting former federal employees for openings that need their skills.Inc. - 1d -
Why moving 2x Pro Bowler may end up being best move for Cowboys OL in 2025
With so many questions surrounding so many offensive linemen, the Cowboys would be wise to take a flexible approach to the OL in 2025.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
To Secure $40 Billion, OpenAI Must Complete For-Profit Transition by End-Year
SoftBank can reduce funding to $20 billion if OpenAI fails to fully transition by the deadline.Inc. - 3d -
OpenAI closes $40 billion funding round, largest private tech deal on record
OpenAI on Monday announced the close of its $40 billion financing, the most money raised in a single round by a private tech company.CNBC - 22h -
Majorities in Michigan support state-level DOGE, disapprove of Musk: Survey
A majority of Michigan voters support the idea of a state-level agency to make government more efficient, but are critical of Elon Musk's federal Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) efforts.The Hill - 18h -
The hidden cost of predictable investment rebalancing
Those basis points add upFinancial Times - 6h -
Biggest cost from Trump’s tariffs is uncertainty for Asian carmakers
Companies forced to make billion-dollar bets in face of unpredictable politicsFinancial Times - 1d -
OpenAI funding round could be cut by $10 billion if for-profit conversion doesn't occur by year-end
If OpenAI doesn't restructure into an independent for-profit company by Dec. 31, its mega-financing round could be slashed by $10 billion.CNBC - 1d -
Musk’s Doge gains access to federal payroll system despite staff warnings
Officials said accessing system that processes 276,000 employees’ salaries could put unit at risk of cyber-attacks. Members of Elon Musk ’s so-called “department of government efficiency” (Doge) ...The Guardian - 1d -
SpaceX Faces Fresh Competition for $5.6 Billion in Government Contracts
Rocket Lab and startup Stoke Space were selected to compete for Department of Defense contracts through 2029.Inc. - 4d -
Purdue Pharma submits opioid lawsuit settlement plan, including up to $7 billion cash from Sacklers
Members of the Sackler family who own the OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma would hand over the company and up to $7 billion in cash in the latest plan to settle thousands of lawsuits over the toll of ...ABC News - Mar. 19 -
How could a goalkeeper save Rashford's penalty? - MOTD analysis
Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart shares his perspective on the approaches a keeper can take to save a stuttering penalty run-up, following Marcus Rashford's composed finish for Aston Villa in the ...BBC News - 2d -
DOGE staffer who resigned over past social media posts reinstated with higher access: Filing
A Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staffer who resigned over racist posts that resurfaced on social media last month was reinstated to oversee the slashing of waste, fraud and abuse in ...The Hill - 19h -
FA lobbies UK government to make ‘tailgating’ at turnstiles a criminal offence
Governing body hopes law will be in place for Euro 2028 FA: ‘Enforcing entry points is a huge drain on resources’ The Football Association has stepped up its lobbying of the government to make ...The Guardian - 1d -
Tariffs will likely raise much less money than White House projects, economists say
White House trade adviser Peter Navarro said tariffs would raise about $600 billion to $700 billion a year. Economists say that's nearly impossible.CNBC - 15h -
Germany’s spending push drives up borrowing costs across Eurozone
Investors warn that higher bond yields could make it harder for members of the bloc to increase defence spendingFinancial Times - 2d -
How Much Does America Spend?
We explore what federal government spends its money on.The New York Times - 1d -
Surfshark Coupons and Deals: Up to 87% Off Plans
Save up to 86% with a Surfshark coupon code, get 3 months of VPN free, and more special offers from WIRED.Wired - 4d -
Elon Musk says backlash against his DOGE government cuts is hurting Tesla stock
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said Sunday that his involvement in the Trump administration could be hurting the automaker’s stock price.NBC News - 1d -
Elon Musk says backlash against his DOGE government cuts is hurting Tesla stock
Shares of Tesla entered Monday down more than 34% year to date, and the stock has been cut nearly in half from its peak in December.CNBC - 1d -
Bucs set up visit with top-end SEC edge rusher ahead of NFL Draft
Bucs set up visit with top-end SEC edge rusher ahead of NFL Draft who could play a major role in 2025.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Musk’s Doge to fire all local workers and US diplomats from USAID, sources say
Unofficial Trump adviser’s cost-cutting team to finalize shuttering the foreign aid agency on which millions depend. US politics live – latest updates Elon Musk ’s cost-cutting team is ...The Guardian - 18h -
Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road? To Get to Its Summer Home.
Chicken rentals are soaring as Americans look to make their egg sourcing as local as their backyard. Just don’t expect to save money.The New York Times - 4d -
The US government’s round-up of student protesters is genuinely shocking | Jameel Jaffer
These are the kinds of scenes we expect to see in the world’s most repressive regimes. And they won’t stop at foreign students. The defining feature of American democracy, you could be forgiven for ...The Guardian - 2d -
The UK Government Wouldn’t Ban Smartphones in Schools. These Parents Stepped Up.
In Britain, amid growing evidence of harm to young people from extreme content online, a “Smartphone Free Childhood” campaign is going viral.The New York Times - 1d -
How the housing crisis is driving up council tax
The cost of temporary accommodation is adding further pressure to council budgets.BBC News - 1d -
Loyola comes up short in the NIT semifinal against Chattanooga, ends the season 25-12
Loyola came up one win short of playing for a championship to end its 2024-25 season. In a National Invitation Tournament semifinal Tuesday at Indianapolis’ Hinkle Fieldhouse, the Ramblers didn’t ...Yahoo Sports - 6h -
DOGE Accesses Federal Payroll System Over Objections of Career Staff
Elon Musk’s team gains visibility into sensitive information about hundreds of thousands of government workers despite security concerns raised by IT officials.The New York Times - 2d -
DOGE Demands Deep Cuts at Humanities Endowment
The National Endowment for the Humanities, which supports museums, scholarship and historical sites, could see grants curtailed and staffing slashed by up to 80 percent.The New York Times - 12h -
OpenAI Closes Deal That Values Company at $300 Billion
The start-up’s valuation, which has nearly doubled in six months, shows continued enthusiasm for A.I. among investors.The New York Times - 1d -
AirDoctor Coupon Code: Up to 25% Off Air Purifiers
Save on top products at AirDoctor when you use our promo codes, like up to 25% off select air filters.Wired - 1d