Fired National Park worker can't afford Crohn's drug without health insurance

DOGE boss Musk doubles down on federal worker threat: Submit what you did list or get fired

Elon Musk has been tasked by President Donald Trump with slashing federal government spending and the federal employee headcount, an effort known as DOGE.

CNBC - Feb. 25

Fired Yosemite workers say upside-down U.S. flag was a call to protect public lands

Laid-off employees who hung a U.S. flag upside-down at Yosemite National Park say the action was a call to protect the nation's public lands.

NBC News - Feb. 25

More large-scale federal firings expected, sources say, creating concern among workers

Sources tell CBS News that the Trump administration plans to issue a new memo in the coming days directing agencies to prepare for large-scale firings. Meanwhile, Elon Musk will be at President ...

CBS News - Feb. 26

USAID workers given 15-minute windows to clear out after Trump firings

Hundreds of U.S. Agency for International Development employees, or USAID, began clearing out their offices in Washington, D.C., on Thursday. USIAD workers spoke with CBS News and Caitlin ...

CBS News - 6d

Judge orders Trump admin to rescind memo directing mass firing of federal workers

The order by Judge William Alsup, who called the OPM directive "illegal," does not reinstate any recently dismissed government employees, but it could affect future attempts at firings.

NBC News - 6d

US judge temporarily blocks White House from ordering mass firing of federal workers

Ruling deals blow to efforts by Donald Trump and Elon Musk to shrink government workforce

Financial Times - 6d

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 - 1d

DOGE could be the answer to the US affordable housing crisis

Every dollar lost to waste, fraud and abuse comes at a staggering cost to the families and individuals who rely on the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The Hill - 6d

Are socially distanced chickens laying more affordable eggs?

Pasture-raised hens aren’t any more immune to bird flu, and their premium eggs aren’t getting cheaper. But prices have held steady while conventional egg costs explode.

NBC News - 13h

Defending Europe without the US

European capitals are attempting to fill the security gap

Financial Times - Feb. 21

I can't accept Nunez's work-rate - Slot

Liverpool manager Arne Slot says he "can't accept" striker Darwin Nunez's work-rate in his past two games.

BBC News - Feb. 26

Liverpool's Slot 'can't accept' Nunez's work rate

Arne Slot has explained his frustrations with Darwin Núñez after he left the Uruguay international on the bench during Liverpool's 2-0 win over Manchester City.

ESPN - Feb. 26

The steady progress of Tommy Paul can't be ignored

After three ATP tour titles in 2024 and now in the top 10 for the first time in his career, American Tommy Paul knows he's capable of even more.

ESPN - 5d

Simms identifies position 49ers can't continue to ‘cheat' on

Former NFL quarterback and current NBC analyst Chris Simms understands why Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch tend to go cheap at one position.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Here's why Trump tariffs may raise your car insurance premiums

The Trump administration’s tariff policies may raise auto insurance premiums for motorists, according to a new Insurify analysis.

NBC News - Feb. 24

Here's why Trump tariffs may raise your car insurance premiums

If they take effect, tariffs are expected to raise costs for auto insurers to repair or replace cars, meaning motorists pay higher premiums.

CNBC - Feb. 24

Insurance companies denying some additional breast cancer screenings

Millions of American women are at high risk for breast cancer but many insurances don’t cover the costs of follow-up screenings needed to detect the disease. Typically, the companies cover one ...

NBC News - Feb. 24

As Poverty Rises in New York City, 1 in 4 Can’t Afford Essentials

The share of New Yorkers in poverty is nearly double the national average, according to a report from Columbia University and an anti-poverty group.

The New York Times - Feb. 26

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces creation of an "affordability czar"

Treasury Secreatry Scott Bessent described the new role as "someone who picks the five or eight areas where this administration can make a big difference for working class Americans."

CBS News - 3d

Cuomo’s First Mayoral Campaign Promise: A Plan to Tackle Affordability

Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has jumped into the New York City mayoral race. His first proposal focuses on affordability.

The New York Times - 2d

Student Loan Borrowers Blocked from Affordable Repayment Plans

The Education Department has pulled down all applications for borrowers seeking to enroll in income-driven repayment programs. Here’s what to know.

The New York Times - 2d

How to choose the best car insurance coverage for your needs

There are multiple ways to find the best car insurance coverage you need now. Here's how to get started.

CBS News - 1d

The U.S. is appointing an 'affordability czar' — here’s what that means for you

As the federal government vows to to tackle rising prices, there are key steps consumers can take to bring monthly costs down.

CNBC - 17h

First-time driver's guide to car insurance: What to expect

Understanding car insurance basics is a vital first step for every new driver. Here's everything to consider now.

CBS News - 17h

Series of explosions on buses in a parking lot rattles Israel

JERUSALEM — A series of explosions on three buses in a parking lot rattled central Israel on Thursday in what authorities suspected was a militant attack.

NBC News - Feb. 20

One Hyde Park residents sue over ‘corrosion’

Owners of luxury London development take Laing O’Rourke unit to court for £35mn

Financial Times - 6d

Taylor-Serrano 3 at Croke Park 'unlikely' - Hearn

Eddie Hearn admits it is "unlikely" that Croke Park will stage Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano's trilogy fight.

BBC News - 5d

Highland Park parade shooter pleads guilty

Robert Crimo III, the man accused of killing seven people and wounding several others at an Illinois Fourth of July parade in 2022, has changed his plea to guilty on the first day of his trial. CBS ...

CBS News - 2d

Highland Park parade shooter's change of plea

Robert Crimo III, who faces dozens of charges in the Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting, has changed his plea to guilty. This comes as the defendant's trial got underway in Illinois. CBS ...

CBS News - 2d

Accused Highland Park shooter pleads guilty

The accused gunman Robert Crimo III entered a guilty plea just before his trial was slated to begin today. Crimo faces 69 counts of murder from the July 2022 mass shooting in Highland Park, ...

NBC News - 2d

'He can't believe it!' - Rohit drop denies Axar hat-trick

Watch as India's Axar Patel is denied a hat-trick as captain Rohit Sharma drops the ball at slip in their opening game against Bangladesh in the Champions Trophy.

BBC News - Feb. 20

Kelce plans to play in '25: 'Can't go out like that'

Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce plans to play this season, he said in a text message to Pat McAfee.

ESPN - 6d

The Draft 'unicorn' that NFL teams just can't figure out

The NFL could soon have its own two-way superstar, but Draft prospect Travis Hunter is such a rarity that teams are unsure what to do with him.

BBC News - 2d

MLB Park Factors: Pitcher's parks that will affect your fantasy baseball teams in 2025

Fantasy baseball analyst Dalton Del Don unveils his Park Factor findings for 2025.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20

Trudeau after Canada hockey win over US: 'You can't take our country — and you can't take our game'

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took a veiled swipe at President Trump on Thursday, after Canada defeated the U.S. in the 4 Nations Face-Off men's hockey championship game. “You can’t take ...

The Hill - Feb. 21

Map shows drug overdose death trends by state

Data shows overdose deaths decreased by 4% between 2022 and 2023. The trend continued into 2024.

CBS News - Feb. 21

Trump’s FDA Cuts Are Putting Drug Development at Risk

New SEC filings from pharmaceutical companies reveal Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s cost-cutting measures could slow drug research and delay FDA approvals.

Wired - 2d

Vance blasts Canada on drug trade as tariffs begin

Vice President JD Vance is calling out Canada, suggesting the U.S. ally needs to do more to prevent drugs from entering the country through its border. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports on the ...

CBS News - 1d

The cyber insurance reckoning: Why AI-powered attacks are breaking coverage (and what comes next)

Cybersecurity insurance is increasingly critical, particularly as AI transforms (and simplifies) hackers' methodologies.

VentureBeat - Feb. 20

Trying to cancel my washing machine insurance leaves me in a spin – the Edith Pritchett cartoon

The Guardian - Feb. 22

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