Fight over Trump's spending powers boosts shutdown odds

US shutdown of HIV/Aids funding ‘could lead to 500,000 deaths in South Africa’

USAid cuts to clinics dispensing antiretroviral drugs will be ‘death sentence for mothers and children’, expert warns. Sweeping notices of termination of funding have been received by organisations ...

The Guardian - 12h

The Watergate-Inspired Law That’s Being Used to Fight DOGE

Here's how the 1974 Privacy Act is being used in legal battles against DOGE—and how you can protect yourself from government surveillance.

Wired - Feb. 20

Ros Atkins on... the fight for Ukraine's critical minerals

The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at why the US wants access to Ukraine's minerals.

BBC News - Feb. 20

World champion Dubois out of Parker fight with illness

Heavyweight Daniel Dubois' world title defence against Joseph Parker on Saturday is in doubt with reports that the champion is ill.

BBC News - Feb. 21

Morning Report — Senators muscle forward in the budget fight

In today’s issue: Congress is giving President Trump two possible options to anchor his agenda in a budget. With House GOP leadership still working on their single “big, beautiful” budget bill ...

The Hill - Feb. 21

Flight then fight - travelling Bakole misses weigh-in

Martin Bakole misses the weigh-in for his heavyweight bout with Joseph Parker as he was still making his way to Saudi Arabia just 24 hours before the fight.

BBC News - Feb. 21

Bernie Sanders Isn’t Giving Up His Fight

The senator worries that too many Democrats remain reluctant to shake up the system. But he does not regret defending Joseph R. Biden Jr. until the very end.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Scotland's first 'slap fight' event cancelled

Experts warned competitors faced an 'elevated risk' of concussion if they participated in bouts.

BBC News - 6d

How animals can help fight climate change

It's widely known that humans' use of fossil fuels has contributed to the increase of planet-warming greenhouse gases. But animals might hold a key in combating climate change. Researchers on ...

CBS News - 6d

Trilogy fight should happen before Canelo, Benavidez

Dmitry Bivol vs. Artur Beterbiev 2 was as good, if not better, than their first fight. Let's finish the trilogy now before other big bouts get in the way.

ESPN - 4d

Is New York Winning the Fight Against Rats?

The city’s next phase of trash control begins next month, which invites the question: Is containerization working?

Inc. - 4d

Powerful quantum computers in years not decades, says Microsoft

It says a new chip it has created could end up being as important a breakthrough as the semiconductor.

BBC News - Feb. 19

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

Motorola Moto G Power 2025 Review: Nearly There

Motorola’s newest budget phone retains many of the hallmarks of its excellent predecessor but regresses on performance.

Wired - 3d

5 Powerful Ways to Create an Inspiring Work Culture

To retain top talent and remain competitive, follow these strategies for building a modern work culture.

Inc. - 3d

Power outage leaves most of Chile in darkness for hours

A sweeping power blackout left most of Chile in darkness for several hours

ABC News - 2d

Chile Declares Curfew as Power Outage Sweeps Country

Most residents had power restored by midnight but the situation remained unstable. President Gabriel Boric blamed power companies for not acting faster.

The New York Times - 2d

Amazon Unveils Alexa+, Powered by Generative A.I.

Amazon is aiming to catch up in generative artificial intelligence and to reboot its virtual assistant, which has been leapfrogged by powerful chatbots.

The New York Times - 2d

Flower power! Female in Focus awards – in pictures

This year’s prizes go to female photographers exploring autism, breast cancer and the lesbian community at Sappho’s rock Continue reading...

The Guardian - 1d

What to know about a series of powerful volcanic eruptions

The Kilauea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island erupted Wednesday for the 11th time in two months. The USGS said it lasted nearly 13 hours. Scientists are concerned about another possible eruption ...

CBS News - 1d

Why is YouTube boosting anti-US, pro-Chinese communist propaganda?

YouTube appears to be actively promoting pro-Chinese government and anti-American content while suppressing voices critical of China's communist regime.

The Hill - Feb. 21

Singapore regulator to inject $4bn into stock market to boost listings

Authorities also announce tax incentives as part of package designed to revive struggling equity market

Financial Times - Feb. 21

'Severance' memes are everywhere as show boosts Apple TV+ viewership

"Severance", which launched in 2022 and returned for season two in January, has become Apple TV+'s biggest hit, surpassing the popular comedy "Ted Lasso".

NBC News - Feb. 21

China taps tech talent to boost AI data centre boom

Beijing is pooling resources from the private and state sectors to accelerate adoption of the fast-developing technology

Financial Times - 6d

How to close loopholes on Chinese e-commerce and boost US retailers

A well-calibrated approach — one that prevents Shein and Temu from exploiting loopholes while incentivizing compliance and supporting vetted sellers on U.S. platforms — would best serve the United ...

The Hill - 6d

Stock splits tend to boost a company’s shares. Here’s how to find candidates.

Stock splits make companies more attractive investments and boost share prices. Here’s how to find likely candidates.

MarketWatch - 6d

The Fed’s job is not to boost the stock market. Here’s what it should be doing.

Getting inflation down to 2% should be the Fed’s No. 1 concern.

MarketWatch - 6d

Substack boosts video capabilities amid potential TikTok ban

As TikTok's future in the U.S. remains in limbo, San Francisco startup Substack is going after video creators in a move to expand its platform.

CNBC - 5d

UK ministers head to India in search of trade deal they hope will boost economy

Business secretary says negotiations – now in their 15th round – are a ‘top priority’ for Labour government. Ministers are relaunching negotiations with India this week in an attempt to clinch a ...

The Guardian - 5d

UK and India relaunch trade talks in bid to boost investment opportunities

British government has pinpointed world’s most populous country as key export market for its businesses

Financial Times - 5d

North Koreans on Chinese Tuna Boats Boost Revenue for Kim Jong-un

Thousands of miles from home, North Koreans work on Chinese tuna longliners in the Indian Ocean for pay that goes to their leader, a new study says.

The New York Times - 4d

A British politician is charged with taking bribes to boost Russia's agenda in Ukraine

Yahoo News - 4d

Berkshire Posts Gain in Profits, Boosted by U.S. Treasury Holdings

Warren Buffett’s conglomerate held $334 billion in cash at the end of 2024, helping to stabilize earnings in the face of declines at more than half of the nearly 200 businesses it operates.

The New York Times - 4d