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Dr. Oz Pushed for AI Health Care in First Medicare Agency Town Hall
Dr. Oz, who now controls the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and its $1.5 trillion budget, promoted the idea that AI avatars could replace frontline health care workers.Wired - 2d -
DOGE’s AI Monitoring of Federal Workers Is Alarming — but Not Illegal
Employee surveillance isn’t new, but after gutting several agencies, Elon Musk’s team is now using AI to monitor communications, which could involve secure data that could leak.Inc. - 1d -
DHS Wants Workers to Quit. The $25,000 Buyout Has Hidden Costs
Severance payments are mostly uncharted territory for federal workers. Here’s what you need to know.Inc. - 21h -
Have you seen examples of health care fraud, waste or abuse? Tell us about it.
New York Times reporters are looking into cases of unnecessary and wasteful spending in government health programs.The New York Times - 17h -
China Says Shoppers Will Offset Trump Tariffs, But Doubts Remain
If sky-high U.S. tariffs hurt China’s exports, domestic spending will help make up for it, Beijing says. But shoppers were skittish even before the trade war.The New York Times - 20h -
Canada Will Use Its Retaliatory Tariff Earnings to Aid Workers and Businesses
But exactly what the country will do remains unclear and the scale of the current disruption makes decision-making difficult.The New York Times - 1d -
Beloved Zurich Zoo gorilla euthanized after years of declining health
The Zurich Zoo's beloved gorilla of more than 40 years has been put downABC News - 1d -
Plunge in Oil Prices Threatens Russia’s Vast Spending on Ukraine War
The lower revenues, a result in part of President Trump’s trade war, could prove more damaging to the Russian economy than the penalties the United States and its allies have already imposed.The New York Times - 18h -
Elon Musk's DOGE Is Getting Audited
The Government Accountability Office’s audit examines DOGE’s handling of data at a number of federal agencies, according to sources and records reviewed by WIRED.Wired - 1d -
US DOGE Service Agreement With Department of Labor Shows $1.3 Million Fee—and Details Its Mission
The unsigned agreement between the US DOGE Service and the Department of Labor provides significant insight into DOGE’s work with federal agencies.Wired - 1d -
Birmingham’s bin worker strike highlights gap between rich and poor
Wealthy residents of UK’s second city can afford private rubbish collection as deprived areas watch waste pile upFinancial Times - 12h -
How Workplaces Are Still Failing Women (and How to Fix the Problem)
Women feel significantly less valued than their male colleagues and it’s costing businesses billions.Inc. - 22h -
Juventus ready to make a strong push for Barcelona outcast facing uncertain future
In a move that could shake up Barcelona’s wage structure, Juventus are making a serious push to secure the signing of Ansu Fati, a player who has fallen out of favour under Hansi Flick. According t...Yahoo Sports - 1h -
CFB's best receivers for 2025: Who lines up after the clear No. 1?
It's no surprise that Jeremiah Smith tops our list, but after that, the voting was wide open.ESPN - 19h -
Here’s how Apple could prevent iPhone prices from going up due to tariffs
Morgan Stanley sees room for Apple to expand India production and kill of lower-end storage configurations that are less profitable.MarketWatch - 2h -
Vásquez, Bogaerts help short-handed Padres beat Athletics 2-1, win series
Randy Vásquez gave up one hit over five innings and Xander Bogaerts had three hits and scored both of San Diego’s runs in a 2-1 victory over the AthleticsABC News - 1d -
Trump floats plan for undocumented farm and hotel workers to work legally in the U.S.
Trump said in a Cabinet meeting that workers vouched for by employers would "go out" and "they’re going to come back as legal workers.”NBC News - 9h -
Zimbabwe makes first compensation payments to white farmers over land seizures
Zimbabwe has started compensating white farmers who lost land during chaotic and often-violent land reforms more than 20 years ago, Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube saidABC News - 15h -
A Frenzy at Trader Joe’s: ‘Everyone’s Here for the Tote Bags’
For a second year, a limited run of mini canvas tote bags had people waiting in line outside Trader Joe’s stores. At some stores, they sold out in less than an hour.The New York Times - 1d -
White House ends funding for key US climate body: ‘No coming back from this’
Nasa cuts contract that convened USGCRP, which released assessments impacting environmental decision-making. The White House is ending funding for the body that produces the federal government’s ...The Guardian - 1d -
Chicago Blackhawks put up 3 goals in 93 seconds in a 5-2 win: ‘That’s what our team is capable of doing’
BOSTON — Nick Foligno rarely gets to talk about a win, much less one in which he scores twice and the Chicago Blackhawks post three goals in 93 seconds en route to a 5-2 victory. As captain, he’s ...Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Hundreds of Video Game Workers Join New Union as Trump Attacks Labor Rights
The United Videogame Workers union is open to any gaming worker in the US and Canada and will focus on industry-wide job loss.Wired - 11h -
Basketball is Tomos Williams’ secret weapon in Lions charge
For those of you who like to spend time selecting your favourite pass of the Premiership season, there may already be a winner. Tomos Williams’s flicked no-look pass to set up a try in Gloucester’s ...Yahoo Sports - 1h -
Madonna and Elton John make up after 20-year feud: 'Forgiveness is a powerful tool'
Elton John and Madonna's relationship is on the mend after a public feud that lasted for years. Madge says she and the Rocket Man have 'buried the hatchet.'Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Inflation is Falling Because People Are Traveling Less
The CPI fell last month as gas prices dropped sharply; so did airfares and hotel rooms, a sign prices cooled ahead of tariffs.Inc. - 15h -
34 Viral TikTok Gifts That Are Actually Worth a Look (2025)
We’re testing the gadgets that keep showing up in our feeds. Here's what deserves the hype—and would make awesome presents.Wired - 19h -
RFK Jr. considering 'framework' for Medicaid, Medicare coverage of GLP-1s
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he is considering a “regulatory framework” for Medicare and Medicaid to cover GLP-1 medications to treat obesity. Kennedy said ...The Hill - 9h -
In Cabinet Meeting, Musk Seems to Drastically Lower DOGE’s Savings Goal
Musk said his group was on pace to cut $150 billion from the federal budget in one budget year. That would be a sharp drop from his previous stated goal of $1 trillion.The New York Times - 7h -
Asus ROG Flow Z13 (2025) Review: The Ultra-Portable Gaming PC
This 2-in-1 gaming laptop might not have the best performance-to-price ratio, but it delivers a thinner, lighter, quieter, and cooler experience than its peers.Wired - 2d -
You Can Play the New Game in ‘Black Mirror’—and It’s an Adorable Nightmare
The creator of Thronglets, featured in season 7 of the Netflix series, says the game makes it feel like a Mogwai “effed up your life.”Wired - 1d -
Fantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 29
Our Fantasy Bundesliga writers have each selected a squad of 10 outfield players for Matchday 29.In order to make our teams more variable, all formations are allowed, each squad cannot cost more ...Yahoo Sports - 23m -
How to Retain Your Frontline Workers
In uncertain economic times, these employees have added concerns you can address.Inc. - 13h -
House Votes to Require Proof of Citizenship in Federal Elections
Conservatives have long argued for stronger laws to combat voter fraud, something that election experts say is exceedingly rare.The New York Times - 12h -
Eintracht Frankfurt laud keeper Kaua Santos for preserving 1-1 draw against Tottenham
Bundesliga Europa League representatives Eintracht Frankfurt took a 1-1 draw from their trip to White Hart Lane in last night’s opening quarter final leg against Tottenham Hotspur. Speaking with ...Yahoo Sports - 56m -
UK economy expands by 0.5% in February, more than expected
U.K. GDP rose by 0.5% on a monthly basis, far more than the 0.1% forecast by analysts.CNBC - 32m -
Germany hides ‘Black Zero’ statue as era of spending begins
Incoming chancellor Friedrich Merz has loosened deficit rules in a country deeply averse to public debtFinancial Times - 3h -
Detroit Red Wings all but eliminated, fall 4-1 to Florida Panthers
Detroit Red Wings take early lead, but are all but eliminated as Florida Panthers comeback for 4-1 victory.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Israeli Airstrike in Gaza City Leaves Many Dead, Health Officials There Say
The strike on a home left other bodies buried under the rubble, according to the Gazan authorities. The Israeli military said it had been targeting a Hamas operative.The New York Times - 16h
