Judge orders some federal agencies to reinstate thousands of probationary workers

A federal judge ordered that the departments of Veterans Affairs, Defense, Energy, Interior, and Treasury reinstate probationary employees who were terminated last month.

NBC News - Mar. 13

Judge orders 6 federal agencies to rehire fired probationary workers

U.S. District Judge William Alsup extended relief to fired workers at the Departments of Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Defense, Energy, Interior and Treasury.

CBS News - Mar. 13

The Fallout From The Leaked Signal Chat, Explained

Will the F.B.I. and the Justice Department investigate if the move by senior members of President Trump’s administration to share defense secrets over the Signal messaging app violated federal ...

The New York Times - 1d

What to know about the U.S. military's Pituffik Space Base in Greenland

The remote Pituffik Space Base in northwestern Greenland, which Vice President JD Vance is visiting on Friday, is the U.S. Department of Defense’s northernmost installation

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What to know about the U.S. military's Pituffik Space Base in Greenland

The remote Pituffik Space Base in northwestern Greenland, which Vice President JD Vance is visiting on Friday, is the U.S. Department of Defense’s northernmost installation

ABC News - 6h

After Amy Gleason’s sudden rise to prominence, mystery surrounds DOGE acting administrator

Amy Gleason, a nurse turned health care technology consultant, was recently named the acting administrator for DOGE. How much control she has at DOGE is unclear.

NBC News - Mar. 9

Mark Sears got his 3-point groove back for BYU in Sweet 16: How can he follow it up?

Mark Sears hadn't made more than one three in the last five games for Alabama basketball. To beat BYU, he had 10, and head coach Nate Oats is why.

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Emptying the Notebook: Lobos defense on point in quarterfinal win, but fast break game stalls

Mar. 14—EDITOR'S NOTE — This is a somewhat abbreviated, tournament edition of ETN, which usually runs only after regular season games. LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Here are some extra notes, quotes, stats, ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Social Distance

On the five-year anniversary of Covid, a look at the ways we vowed our lives and relationships would change afterward — and how they still might.

The New York Times - Mar. 15

Sources: Rockets' Thompson (ankle) out 2 weeks

Rockets emerging two-way force Amen Thompson will be sidelined for 10 to 14 days because of a left ankle sprain, sources told ESPN.

ESPN - Mar. 9

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Inflation rate hits 2.8% in February, less than expected; SpaceX Crew 10 mission set for launch, could pave way for return of Starliner astronauts.

CBS News - Mar. 20

Cooper Jaguars lose to Sacred Heart, 78-61, in quarterfinals of 2025 KHSAA Sweet 16

Sacred Heart attacked on defense and swarmed the backboards on its way to a victory over Cooper on Friday in a Sweet 16 quarterfinal at Rupp Arena.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15

DOGE Has Deployed Its GSAi Custom Chatbot for 1,500 Federal Workers

Elon Musk’s DOGE team is automating tasks as it continues its purge of the federal workforce.

Wired - Mar. 7

No DOGE, No Deal: A Battle Over Elon Musk’s Team Risks a Government Shutdown

The government is headed toward a shutdown unless a deal is reached by March 14. And disagreements over DOGE may be the biggest roadblock.

Inc. - Mar. 8

DOGE Could Substantially Increase Wait Times for Patents and Trademarks

The already lengthy backlog is getting much longer. If the agency downsizes through DOGE, that could get worse.

Inc. - Mar. 16

NOAA's Storm Prediction Center facility among planned DOGE cuts

A core government facility tracking severe thunderstorms and tornadoes is listed on the DOGE website as a planned office closure.

ABC News - Mar. 18

Judge blocks DOGE's access to sensitive Social Security systems

A federal judge granted a temporary restraining order in the challenge brought by unions who argued DOGE's access was unlawful.

CBS News - Mar. 20

Federal judge blocks DOGE's access to Social Security records in blistering ruling

Judge Ellen Hollander said DOGE is "essentially engaged in a fishing expedition" and its methods are like "hitting a fly with a sledgehammer."

NBC News - Mar. 20

Judge blasts Social Security fraud 'fishing expedition' by Elon Musk's DOGE

The judge's order blocks the agency from granting DOGE access to systems containing personally identifiable information.

ABC News - Mar. 20

As DOGE Cuts Ripple, Federal Employees Flock to Reddit for Information and Support

The social media platform’s policies on moderation, rules, and civility make it a haven for government workers under DOGE pressure.

Inc. - Mar. 21

Department of Education staff told offices will be closed Wednesday

The email sent to Department of Education staff said offices will be closed "for security reasons."

CBS News - Mar. 11

Department of Education workforce slashed in half

The Department of Education says more than 2,100 civil service workers will lose their jobs. The department says all of its divisions are impacted by the reduction. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell ...

NBC News - Mar. 11

What is the US Department of Education and what does it do?

Donald Trump signed an executive order to undo the federal department on Thursday. Donald Trump has taken the overwhelming step of undoing the Department of Education on Thursday by signing an ...

The Guardian - Mar. 20

Second Serve: Your new weekly tennis briefing

A new teenage superstar emerges, Britain has a top-10 star again and Miami Open talking points - this is the first edition of our weekly tennis snapshot.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Uchenna Nwosu says whether or not he will give Cooper Kupp the No. 10 jersey

Will No. 10 be switching hands in 2025?

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

In Ukraine, it's Putin's way or the highway

Russian President Vladimir Putin is intent on having it be his way or the highway in Ukraine, while Team Trump is attempting to get Putin to the negotiation table by giving in to every Russian demand.

The Hill - Mar. 13

OPM Watchdog Says Review of DOGE Work Is Underway

The acting inspector general says the Office of Personnel Management is investigating whether any “emerging threats” have arisen as Elon Musk’s DOGE works to rapidly transform government systems.

Wired - Mar. 10

Inside DOGE’s Plan to Invade the Treasury—and Throttle USAID

Court filings show that from the earliest days of the second Trump administration, Elon Musk’s DOGE had a plan to infiltrate US Treasury payment systems—and turn them against USAID.

Wired - 2d

'We're All Buying Into What We're Doing Here': Rod Brind'Amour, Taylor Hall, Frederik Andersen On Bounce Back Win In Anaheim

The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Anaheim Ducks 5-2 Sunday night at Honda Center to cap off their road trip with six out of a possible eight points.Taylor Hall led the way for the Canes with a ...

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