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E.P.A. Demotes Career Employees Overseeing Science, Enforcement and More
A spokeswoman for the agency said the change was “common practice.” Others said it injects partisanship into jobs that have always been neutral.The New York Times - 6h -
The Power of Unlearning: The Science of Changing Your Mind
How successful leaders master the art of adaptability.Inc. - 1d -
More than 1,000 EPA employees are told they could be dismissed immediately
The Trump administration notified more than 1,000 Environmental Protection Agency workers that they could be dismissed because they are "probationary/ trial period employees."NBC News - 17h -
RFK Jr says he'll ‘follow the science.' The question is, whose science?
To be clear, the evidence that Kennedy claimed he wanted to see has long been out there.The Hill - 1d -
More than 1,100 EPA employees warned of immediate termination
"It's bad. I've been with the agency for over 33 years and I've never seen anything like this," said Marie Owens-Powell, president of the union that represents more than 8,500 EPA employees.CBS News - 3d -
The Treasury official who oversees payments resigns suddenly.
Elon Musk has deployed engineers to Treasury to find a way to shut down payments unilaterally.The New York Times - 4d -
EPA dismisses science advisers
Presented by American Petroleum Institute — The Trump administration this week dismissed members of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee and Science ...The Hill - 4d -
EPA dismisses clean air, science advisory boards
The Trump administration dismissed members of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee and Science Advisory Board on Tuesday, a day before the ...The Hill - 4d -
The Science of Motivating Teams When They Need It Most
Praise is a simple method you can use to inspire your team.Inc. - 5d -
Senate Confirms Lee Zeldin to Head E.P.A.
The former New York congressman has little experience in environmental policy. He is expected to follow orders to weaken climate rules.The New York Times - 5d -
The Perfect Cacio e Pepe Recipe, According to Science
Italian scientists have drawn from thermodynamic principles to prevent a famous pasta from turning into a gooey mess.The New York Times - 6d -
The $8 Billion Children’s Vaccine Fund R.F.K. Jr. Would Oversee
If confirmed by the Senate to be the nation’s health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. would have vast powers over immunization policies for children and adults.The New York Times - 6d -
Would You Get Sick in the Name of Science?
Since the pandemic, drug trials that purposely make people vomit, shiver and ache have become a research area of growing interest. All that’s needed: brave volunteers.The New York Times - 6d -
Insights from Trump’s Inauguration and the Science of Social Proximity
Who you choose to surround yourself with says a lot about you.Inc. - Jan. 28 -
More than 50 career civil servants at USAID are placed on administrative leave
The action targeted senior leadership across the agency, including top lawyers, three sources told NBC News.NBC News - Jan. 28 -
Amazon taps Whole Foods CEO to oversee grocery business
Amazon named Jason Buechel, who currently serves as CEO of Whole Foods, to oversee its larger worldwide grocery business.CNBC - Jan. 27 -
Amazon taps Whole Foods CEO to oversee grocery business
Amazon has tapped Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel to oversee its sprawling grocery business, the company announced Monday.NBC News - Jan. 27 -
Top DOJ official, Trump border czar in Chicago overseeing immigration enforcement 'efforts'
A top Department of Justice (DOJ) official and President Trump’s “border czar” were in Chicago overseeing “immigration enforcement efforts,” according to officials. “The DEA, along with our ...The Hill - Jan. 26 -
Trump Stocks E.P.A. With Oil, Gas and Chemical Lobbyists
Top political appointees are already at the E.P.A. preparing to erase the agency’s climate rules and pollution controls. Many of them have tried it before.The New York Times - Jan. 25 -
U.S. Security Contractors Going to Gaza to Oversee Truce, Officials Say
The contractors have been enlisted to do weapons checks on vehicles carrying displaced Palestinians back to their homes in the north under the terms of the new cease-fire.The New York Times - Jan. 23 -
Universal TV studio chief Pearlena Igbokwe to oversee NBC Entertainment
The moves consolidates control of NBC and studios on the West Coast.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 23 -
Trump issues more immigration orders, while enforcement details remain unclear
President Donald Trump signed more executive orders aimed at shutting down the southern border, but the details on how migrants would be blocked from crossing remain unclear.NBC News - Jan. 23 -
Two Industry Executives Join E.P.A. to Help Oversee Chemical Rules
Nancy Beck and Lynn Ann Dekleva worked in the first Trump administration, where they fought chemical restrictions.The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
Rubio Oversees Halt to Foreign Aid and Meets With Asian Diplomats on Day 1
Marco Rubio told State Department employees that changes under President Trump “are not meant to be destructive, they’re not meant to be punitive.”The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
Lee Zeldin, Trump’s E.P.A. Nominee, Is Short on Environmental Experience
Mr. Zeldin, a Trump loyalist, would be charged with dismantling climate rules and perhaps the agency itself. He faced questions from the Senate Thursday.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
Here's the science behind the Los Angeles wildfires
Epic events like the Southern California wildfires do not have a singular cause.ABC News - Jan. 14 -
In a First, the E.P.A. Warns of ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Sludge Fertilizer
Levels of PFAS in sewage sludge used as fertilizer can pose risks that sometimes exceed safety thresholds “by several orders of magnitude,” the agency said.The New York Times - Jan. 14 -
As Djokovic's career nears the end, his unrivaled greatness stands out even more
While Djokovic is adamant he will keep playing, this could be his last Australian Open, and it's worth enjoying his legendary career.ESPN - Jan. 13 -
The Evolving (and Inexact) Science of Wildfire Evacuation
As extreme wildfires become the new norm, scientists are trying to crack how to save lives.Wired - Jan. 10 -
How Gen AI Helps Small Businesses Recruit Better Employees, and More Efficiently
A new survey reveals a large number of small companies haven’t used AI much—or at all. Those that have report significant hiring benefits as a result.Inc. - Jan. 9 -
Suicide Squad Developer Let Go Of More Employees At The End Of 2024 - Report
Rocksteady, the studio behind Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, reportedly laid off six more workers at the end of 2024.. According to a report from Eurogamer , those who were impacted were ...GameSpot - Jan. 7 -
Harris oversees certification of Trump's election win
Lawmakers gathered inside a peaceful Capitol for a joint session of Congress on Monday as Vice President Kamala Harris oversaw the certification of her defeat to President-elect Donald Trump and ...CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Five things you may have missed from Week 18: Bryce Young has career day, backup QBs shine and more
Some things you may have missed from the weekend finaleCBS Sports - Jan. 6 -
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Want to Be More Successful This Year? Science Says Tackle Only 1 Goal at a Time
New year, new you? Absolutely. But research shows that’s much more likely to happen if you make one change at a time.Inc. - Jan. 6