DOGE plans to cut VA contracts may harm veterans' care, employees say

German election winner Merz moves step closer to forming government

Conservative bloc and SPD to start full coalition talks as chancellor-in-waiting plans to revive ailing economy. Germany’s conservative election winner, Friedrich Merz, came a step closer on ...

The Guardian - 4h

Social Security Workers Aren’t Allowed to Read This Story

New internet restrictions at the embattled SSA have cut off access to WIRED, along with other “general news” websites like The Washington Post and The New York Times.

Wired - 2d

Aid operations in Gaza imperiled as millions of promised USAID dollars do not arrive

The Trump administration’s cuts to USAID have frozen hundreds of millions of dollars in contractual payments to aid groups, leaving them paying out of pocket to preserve the fragile Gaza ceasefire, ...

ABC News - 1d

What will it take for a former president to speak out against Trump?

The silence from former occupants of the Oval Office has been deafening as the incumbent cuts a destructive path. The stadium announcer called on the crowd to give a warm welcome to “a very special ...

The Guardian - 11h

Tesla facilities face wave of attacks as Elon Musk delves into politics

As Elon Musk attempts to drastically cut the federal workforce and delves further into the corridors of American power, the Tesla CEO's electric carmaker facilities have come under fire — literally.

NBC News - 1h

Sunday shows preview: House GOP unveils bill to avert shutdown; Trump's tariffs teeter

House Republicans have unveiled a 99-page, six-month stopgap funding bill to avert a government shutdown and increase defense funding while seeking cuts for nondefense programs, which is likely to ...

The Hill - 2h

What Grand Theft Auto V’s PC update says about furnishing older games with current tech

Despite being a decade old, the PC version of Grand Theft Auto V is getting updates. And that's smart for the future of the series.

VentureBeat - 3d

Juan Soto says some teams offered more money than Mets in free agency

The sweepstakes to sign Juan Soto was packed with powerful teams, and Soto said it wasn't the Mets who offered the most money.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

‘Startup Nation’ Groups Say They’re Meeting Trump Officials to Push for Deregulated ‘Freedom Cities’

The architects of projects like Próspera are drafting legislation to create US cities that would be free from federal regulations.

Wired - 1d

Powell says Fed is awaiting 'greater clarity' on Trump policies before making next move on rates

Powell reiterated statements he and his colleagues have made recently counseling patience on monetary policy.

CNBC - 1d

Bengals are telling Trey Hendrickson what they seemed to be saying at combine. Maybe we should have believed them

Losing Hendrickson could be integral to keeping Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins — and a deeper look at his production could explain the Bengals' approach.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

White House crypto czar says public has 'lost out on over $17 billion'

Crypto czar David Sacks argued taxpayers have lost out on billions because earlier administrations never took advantage of bitcoin in the government's possession.

ABC News - 1d

Gene Hackman died of heart disease, his wife died of hantavirus about 1 week prior, authorities say

Authorities have revealed that actor Gene Hackman died of heart disease and showed severe signs of Alzheimer’s disease a full week after his wife died of hantavirus in their home

ABC News - 22h

Sony Music says over 75,000 items removed in battle against AI deepfakes

Label uses scale of problem to argue against UK government’s proposed loosening of rules

Financial Times - 10h

Passan: Two major teams, two minor ballparks -- and what it says about the sport

When Opening Day arrives, the A's and Rays will begin life in temporary homes.

ESPN - 10h

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton says elbow injuries are 'severe,' surgery would be season-ending if needed

Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton is expected to begin the season on the IL due to elbow injuries, but could be out a significant amount of time.

Yahoo Sports - 6h

Gene Hackman, Betsy Arakawa died of natural causes days apart, officials say

Officials have revealed a tragic timeline for how legendary actor Gene Hackman spent his final days. Both Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa died of natural causes, with her dying days before him ...

CBS News - 9h

Florida teen kidnapped and possibly dismembered after meeting man on social media, police say

A Florida teenager was kidnapped and possibly dismembered after meeting up with a man she met through a social media application last month.

NBC News - 6h

This solid market indicator says to buy stocks now and enjoy double-digit gains

Gold/platinum ratio has an impressive record. It’s turned bullish on U.S. equities.

MarketWatch - 8h

These are the 10 best countries for working women—the U.S. isn't in the top 10: 'It really should be doing better,' expert says

The Economist compared working conditions for women across the 29 countries in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development.

CNBC - 8h

Gaza War Led to Deaths of More Than 3 Dozen Hostages, Officials Say

Israel’s leaders promised that their military campaign in Gaza would help save the lives of hostages. At least 41 have died in captivity, some killed by Hamas and others in Israeli airstrikes.

The New York Times - 8h

Tim Walz says he and Harris were too ‘safe’ during 2024 presidential campaign

Former vice-presidential candidate claims pair should have held more in-person events around the US. Tim Walz has said he and Kamala Harris were too “safe” during their 2024 election campaign, with ...

The Guardian - 5h

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton says elbow injuries are 'severe,' raises possibility of season-ending surgery

Stanton has received platelet-rich plasma injections and will open the regular season on the injured list

CBS Sports - 6h

Treasury’s Bessent Defends Tariffs, Warns of a Coming ‘Detox Period’

The Treasury Secretary says that “access to cheap goods isn’t the essence of the American Dream.” But being profitable to grow and sustain a business is.

Inc. - 1d

Columbia University loses $400mn in US government grants

Federal agencies say the ivy league institution failed to protect Jewish students from harassment

Financial Times - 1d

Hollywood's DEI commitments were slipping even before Trump. Now they're vanishing fast

There's been a slow retreat for years from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at studios and entertainment companies, experts say.

Los Angeles Times - 1d

Actor Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa died of natural causes one week apart

The 95-year-old actor's Alzheimer's means it is "quite possible" he was unaware of his wife's death, say officials.

BBC News - 23h

Trump Administration Sends Politically Charged Survey to Researchers

Scientists on overseas projects must say whether they work with communist governments and help combat “Christian persecution.”

The New York Times - 20h

Twelve injured in shooting at Toronto pub

The three male suspects entered the pub and opened fire "indiscriminately" police say.

BBC News - 12h

Louisiana execution recharges debate on death by nitrogen gas

Jessie Hoffman is trying to halt his March 18 execution, saying nitrogen gas protocol is shrouded in secrecy.

The Hill - 10h

Trump’s ‘chaotic’ policy approach is creating opportunity for investors

There could be “quite a shift in the world order,” says Mike Cudzil, a portfolio manager at Pimco.

MarketWatch - 10h

Stephen A. Smith Comments on Postgame Confrontation With Lebron James

The ESPN commentator says the Lakers star started a tense discussion about his son, Bronny James.

The New York Times - 8h

Man holding Palestinian flag still on Big Ben tower

A man says he will come down from the tower at the Palace of Westminster "on his own terms".

BBC News - 13m

Newsom breaks with party on transgender athletes in women's sports, sparking backlash

California's Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, an LGBTQ ally, broke with his party, saying that transgender athletes playing in female sports is "deeply unfair."

ABC News - 1d

Stuart Pearce in hospital after medical emergency on plane

Stuart Pearce is in "great spirits" after the ex-England defender suffered a medical emergency on a flight, says Talksport's Sam Matterface.

BBC News - 10h

Xavi: I was too emotionally connected in Barça job

Former Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández says he was too emotionally connected to the Catalan club to deliver the sustained success demanded from him.

ESPN - 2h

Pasadena high school seniors, Steve Carell has a surprise for you: Free prom tickets

'Despicable Me' star Steve Carell announced some SoCal high school students affected by the wildfires won't have to worry about prom tickets this year. 'It's a pretty good deal,' he says.

Los Angeles Times - 3d

KTLA taps Melvin Robert to take over 'Morning News' post of the late Sam Rubin

Journalist Melvin Robert says he is 'overjoyed and humbled' to join the KTLA family as he fills the post held by longtime anchor Sam Rubin, who died last year.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

Want to Live Longer, Healthier, and Happier? Then Cultivate Your Social Connections

Chronic loneliness can increase cortisol and inflammation and weaken your immune system, says social scientist Kasley Killiam. She argues it’s time to accept that good quality social connections ...

Wired - 1d

Switzerland told it must do better on climate after older women’s ECHR win

Council of Europe says Swiss government failing to respect human rights court’s ruling on emissions. Europe live – latest updates The Swiss government has been told it must do more to show ...

The Guardian - 1d

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