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Canadian premier says he will cut off electricity exports to US 'with a smile on my face'
Ontario Premier Doug Ford said Monday he is prepared to cut off electricity exports to the U.S. if President Trump’s 25 percent tariffs on Canadian goods go through. “If they want to try to ...The Hill - 3d -
House Republican says he 'can't guarantee' staff cuts won't impact veterans
Rep. Greg Murphy (R-N.C.) on Monday defended the budgets and workforce cuts at the Department of Veterans Affairs, as he said he “can’t guarantee” veterans’ benefits and care would be immune from ...The Hill - 2d -
Fired NOAA workers say cuts could hinder weather forecasts and programs to keep people safe
The Trump administration cut about 600 workers at the National Weather Service and NOAA. That could hinder work on programs designed for public safety, former employees said.NBC News - 2d -
Republicans can't meet their own budget target without cutting Medicare or Medicaid, budget office says
The House GOP has ordered the Energy and Commerce Committee, which oversees Medicare and Medicaid funding, to cut $880 billion in a bill to advance Trump's agenda.NBC News - 22h -
DOGE plans to cut VA contracts may harm veterans' care, employees say
Despite a backlash, Elon Musk’s DOGE is planning to terminate 585 VA contracts, some of which appear to be central to patient safety.NBC News - 13h -
GOP budget goals impossible without Medicare and Medicaid cuts, budget office says
Republicans are expected to fall short of their goal to slash the budget by $1.5tn despite Donald Trump’s assurances. Republicans cannot reach their budget goal of slashing at least $1.5tn in ...The Guardian - 10h -
The 2-point shot is less and less utilized in the NBA. The debate about whether that's good rages on
The NBA is on the cusp of accomplishing something that it hasn’t seen beforeABC News - Feb. 25 -
Trump's on-again, off-again tariffs are partly off again: From the Politics Desk
Another roller-coaster day for President Donald Trump’s tariff plans. Plus, why speed has proven to be Trump’s ally in his efforts to slash the government.NBC News - 1h -
Can UK banks stay the course on their climate pledges?
Lenders warn that slow government action may force a rethinkFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
Bank accounts for $20B climate program frozen
Click for more from The Hill. {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Bank accounts for $20B climate program frozen The bank accounts of nonprofits administering a $20 ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
Banks leads UNC Asheville against Presbyterian
UNC Asheville hosts the Presbyterian Blue Hose after Josh Banks scored 30 points in UNC Asheville's 87-82 victory against the Longwood LancersABC News - Feb. 25 -
The World Bank Pivoted to Climate. That Now May Be a Problem.
The Trump administration’s deep cuts to clean-energy programs are raising concerns about U.S. commitments to the lender.The New York Times - Feb. 25 -
UK banks risk an outbreak of boardroom exuberance
Three cheers for a steady 2024 but this is no time for complacencyFinancial Times - Feb. 27 -
HMRC to ditch Barclays as government’s bank in favour of Lloyds
UK tax authority to retain NatWest and Citigroup but drop Barclays from £334mn contractFinancial Times - 4d -
Trump’s Russia policy is a dangerous anachronism
This anachronism imposes on the contemporary world a scheme of the two spheres of control, one of which does not actually exist.The Hill - Feb. 24 -
Paramount Pulls Back on D.E.I. Policies
The company has a merger with Skydance pending before the Federal Communications Commission, whose chief has criticized diversity, equity and inclusion hiring programs.The New York Times - Feb. 26 -
The Dark Heart of Trump’s Foreign Policy
The journalist Fareed Zakaria discusses the worldview emerging from Trump’s foreign policy decisions regarding Ukraine, Gaza, China and beyond.The New York Times - 5d -
Elon Musk becomes a new power center at CPAC
Elon Musk stole the show at CPAC, a surprise guest who wielded a chainsaw to symbolize his government cuts.NBC News - Feb. 21 -
Colorado Snowboarder Becomes Fourth Avalanche Victim in a Week
The victim was traveling on a terrain feature known as The Nose near Silverton, Colo., when the avalanche occurred on Thursday, officials said.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
McConnell becomes maverick for Trump, GOP Senate
Sen. Mitch McConnell’s (R-Ky.) decision to conclude his storied political career marks the end of an era for Senate Republicans, especially as the longtime GOP leader increasingly signals he’s a ...The Hill - Feb. 22 -
Andreeva becomes youngest WTA 1000 winner in Dubai
Mirra Andreeva makes history by becoming the youngest player to claim a WTA 1000 title after winning the Dubai Tennis Championships.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
Sainz becomes director of F1 drivers' body
Carlos Sainz has become a director of the Formula 1 drivers' body, the Grand Prix Drivers' Association.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
Prop Will Stuart has become the cornerstone of England’s scrum
‘I’ve just tried to keep my head down and do my job,’ says the Bath tighthead after seeing off Scotland in Calcutta Cup. Not all heroes wear capes and Will Stuart is not the type you would expect ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
The Gavel: Courts become Trump’s only backstop
Happy Wednesday. Welcome to The Gavel, The Hill’s new weekly look at the intersection of courts and national politics. We’re Zach Schonfeld and Ella Lee, The Hill’s courts team. For months, we’ve ...The Hill - Feb. 26 -
Al-Assad Becomes a Punchline in Syria’s Comedy Scene
Comics had already been trying to foster stand-up in Syria before Bashar al-Assad’s fall. Now, they are telling jokes in a liberated country, while warily eyeing the new government.The New York Times - Feb. 27 -
‘Conclave’ Has Become a Primer Into the Election of a New Pope
“Conclave,” an Oscar nominee, has provided a peek at the Vatican’s secret rituals at a time when the faithful are praying that life will not imitate art.The New York Times - 4d -
Site of Ziggy Stardust pub could become housing
The site of a famous 1970s rock venue is at the centre of plans for a new community in south London.BBC News - 19h -
Hurricane-proof skyscrapers vulnerable to less powerful windstorms, study finds
Tall buildings fare poorly in derechos, say experts, raising questions over their resilience as climate crisis worsens. Skyscrapers built to withstand major hurricanes fare much more poorly in less ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
How to watch the ICC Champions Trophy: Schedule, where to stream for less and more
Here's how to watch every match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 23 -
Budweiser brewer is selling less beer and making more money
The maker of Budweiser increased prices and operated more efficiently.MarketWatch - Feb. 26 -
Flu shot less effective this season for some kids, CDC report suggests
Overall effectiveness against flu hospitalization was still high, the CDC said.CBS News - Feb. 27 -
You'll Spend Much More--Or Less--On This Game Depending On The Weather
A Good Snowman is Hard to Build is a delightful Sokoban-like puzzle game that challenges you to build a snowman in increasingly complex environments. Originally released in 2015, for the game's ...GameSpot - Feb. 27 -
Tax refunds in 2025 are about $1,000 less than in 2024. Here's why.
IRS data shows that the average refund check so far is about $2,200, or $1,000 less than a year earlier. Here's what experts say.CBS News - Feb. 27 -
Booker reportedly 'shocked' by Suns coach's request to talk less
Now we know why Booker was advocating for 'constant communication' on Thursday after a loss to the Pelicans.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Exile is ‘a little bit less than death’ for lawyer forced to flee Guatemala
Virginia Laparra spent two years in prison after reporting her suspicion that a judge leaked sealed details of a case. A Guatemalan anti-corruption prosecutor forced into exile after being pursued ...The Guardian - 1d -
Colleges of further education in England will get less funding than promised
Reduction to two-thirds of budgeted top-up payments for additional students a sign of looming government squeezesFinancial Times - 1d -
A private spacecraft is about to land on the moon — the second in less than a week
For the second time in a week, a privately built U.S. spacecraft aims to land on the moon. The robotic lander was developed by the company Intuitive Machines.NBC News - 1d -
As Trump pivots to Russia, allies weigh sharing less intel with U.S.
Some U.S. allies are considering scaling back the intelligence they share with Washington in response to the Trump administration’s conciliatory approach to Russia.NBC News - 15h -
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Revlon One-Step Volumizer Plus Review: Hot Looks for Less
This blow-dry brush performs just as well as its pricey competitors, give or take a little frizz.Wired - 13h -
EastEnders gets ratings bump for 'flawless' live episode
The show, which saw viewers vote for two storylines for the first time, received praise from critics.BBC News - Feb. 21