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It’s time for Americans to withhold their taxes | Judith Levine
The point is not to deprive the government of funds. It’s to expose the regime’s criminality. Political power boils down to two things: votes and money. But when money buys presidents, senators and ...The Guardian - Feb. 20 -
USDA Layoffs Derail Projects Benefiting American Farmers
The blanket firing of Department of Agriculture scientists has thrown a host of climate science and crop projects into chaos.Wired - Feb. 20 -
Why 'Severance' would fall flat with the American workforce
While there’s no polling data asking about whether we’d be willing to become “severed,” don’t expect Americans to clamor for it any time soon.The Hill - Feb. 21 -
American suspected of killing her newborn baby in Paris
An 18-year-old American student is suspected of throwing her newborn baby out of a third-floor hotel window, Paris prosecution sources told CBS News.CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Meet the House un-American activities caucus
Four House GOP members have asked Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to sue three small civil society organizations for allegedly aiding illegal aliens, drawing comparisons to the House Un-American ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
Protesters Display Upside-Down American Flag at Yosemite
Organizers said the inverted flag, historically used as a sign of distress, was meant to draw attention to the Trump administration’s cuts to the National Park Service.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
Democrats warn of ‘largest Medicaid cut in American history’
House Democrats are ramping up their attacks on the GOP’s budget plan, warning that the massive spending blueprint would translate into the steepest Medicaid cut in the program’s history. Behind ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
Inside the gold bar grifting scheme that's defrauding Americans
Victims of gold bar scams reported losses of $126 million in 2024.ABC News - 6d -
WATCH: American tourists found dead in Belize hotel
An investigation is underway into the deaths of Kaoutar Naqqad, 23, Imane Mallah, 24, and Wafae El-Arar, 26, who were staying at the Royal Kahal Beach Resort.ABC News - 6d -
Trump's continues the American tradition of abandoning allies
It would be nice to rationalize America’s decisions, from Vietnam onward, to cut and run as necessary or inevitable, but we see the same scenario playing out in Ukraine.The Hill - 5d -
Everyday Americans, not executives, will feel the pain of Medicaid cuts
These aren’t just budget cuts — they’re an assault on your health care.The Hill - 5d -
Schiff: Millions of Americans 'downright ashamed' of Trump
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), a longtime critic of President Trump, said he thinks millions of Americans are ashamed of the president “for the first time” over his efforts to strike a deal with ...The Hill - 5d -
Why Americans are planning an "economic blackout" day
Activists are planning an "economic blackout" day on Feb. 28 to limit spending at major retailers. The move is part of a growing protest to rising prices across the nation. Betty Lin-Fisher, a ...CBS News - 5d -
Majority of Americans say income not matching inflation: Poll
A majority of Americans say their income is not matching pace with inflation, a new survey found. According to the CBS News/YouGov poll released Thursday, 77 percent of respondents say their income ...The Hill - 4d -
Poll: 70 Percent of Americans Believe In Climate Change
A new AP poll shows that Americans are catching on.Inc. - 4d -
Why Americans are participating in an "economic blackout" day
Many Americans are protesting inflation and higher prices by refusing to spend money on Feb. 28 at major retailers. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.CBS News - 4d -
Picking the Women’s College Basketball All-American Team
Two freshman sensations are included in The Athletic’s top 10.The New York Times - 1d -
Slim majority of Americans support Ukraine, poll finds
Poll conducted before meeting with Trump and Zelenskyy says 52% of respondents ‘personally support’ Ukraine. A US poll taken before the diplomatic meltdown in the Oval Office on Friday between ...The Guardian - 1d -
Americans apply for UK citizenship in record numbers
Donald Trump’s election and British tax changes believed to be behind 40% rise in applicationsFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump Said Tariffs Are Coming
Also, Cuomo entered the New York mayoral race as a front-runner. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday.The New York Times - 1d -
Revenge of the killer tomato tariffs
President Trump’s tariffs will take their toll on fresh-food prices — and the confidence of the American consumer.MarketWatch - 4h -
Yahoo Sports AM: Canada beats the USA, again
In today's edition: Canada wins the 4 Nations Face-Off, Wemby's season is over, the Boston three party, MLS' 30th season kicks off, and more.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21 -
McDavid delivers Canada 4 Nations title in OT
Connor McDavid scored at 8:18 of overtime in the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game to give Canada a 3-2 victory over the U.S. on Thursday night.ESPN - Feb. 21 -
As Connor McDavid Delivered for Canada, the Symbolism was Unmistakable
The Canadian player’s winner on Thursday night appropriately evoked memories of Sidney Crosby’s Golden Goal, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Trump dominates Liberal leadership debate in Canada
The debate is the first of two in the race to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as Liberal Party leader.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
Trump revives Canada’s Liberals in electoral turnaround
US president’s taunts galvanise governing party and upend Conservative opposition’s strategyFinancial Times - 5d -
What’s Behind Trump’s Love-Hate Relationship With Canada
Canada is one of the United States’ largest trading partners, but President Trump wants to either take it or leave it.The New York Times - 1d -
Consumers turn to buying or renting hens as egg prices soar, but it may not help you save
Amid the rising costs of eggs, some consumers are looking for alternatives. Across the country, some hatcheries said they're seeing more interest in buying chickens, but experts warn you may not ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
February consumer confidence posts biggest drop since 2021 in latest sign of slowing economy
Consumers grew more pessimistic about the economic outlook in February as worries brewed about a slowing economy and rising inflation, the Conference Board reported Tuesday.NBC News - Feb. 25 -
Amid risks to Education Dept., borrowers should 'immediately' take key actions, consumer advocates say
Amid the threats to the Education Dept. and reports that Musk's DOGE had gained access to student loan borrower data, consumer advocates are issuing warnings.CNBC - Feb. 25 -
February consumer confidence posts biggest drop since 2021 in latest sign of slowing economy
The board's Consumer Confidence Index slipped to 98.3 for the month, down nearly 7% and below the Dow Jones forecast for 102.3.CNBC - Feb. 25 -
Third of emissions cuts must come from consumers, says UK climate watchdog
Government advisers call for an overhaul of domestic heating systems and suggest airfares could riseFinancial Times - 6d -
House Democrats join legal fight against Trump's efforts to dismantle consumer protection agency
House Democratic leaders are getting directly involved in one of the legal battles against the Trump administration, filing an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit seeking to block the dismantling ...NBC News - 4d -
DOGE plans to wind down consumer protection agency and fire nearly all staff, employees say
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Trump-appointed leadership plans to fire nearly all its 1,700 employees while “winding down” the agency, according to testimony from employees.NBC News - 4d -
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau drops lawsuits against Capital One and Berkshire, Rocket Cos. units
The moves are the latest sign of the abrupt shift at the agency since acting CFPB director Russell Vought took over this monthCNBC - 4d -
Target warns February sales were soft, adding to concerns about consumer health
Target’s weak first-quarter guidance added to concerns about consumer health after weak January spending numbers and a slide in consumer confidence.CNBC - 8h -
Is the U.S. facing a constitutional crisis?
Some Democrats are concerned over President Trump's use of executive power and are warning of a "constitutional crisis." The Trump administration rejects these claims, saying the president follows ...CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Residents could be out of their homes 'for a year'
Godstone residents affected by the sinkholes attend a meeting to discuss what happens next.BBC News - Feb. 25