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OPM instructs agencies to turn over plans for mass government layoffs

A Wednesday memo from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) directs agencies across government to turn over plans for widespread layoffs of federal ...

The Hill - 5d

Man's brain turned to glass by Vesuvius ash cloud 2,000 years ago

The pea-sized brain was found in the skull of a 20-year-old man killed in the volcanic eruption.

BBC News - 4d

Venture capital trusts have little reason to celebrate turning 30

Fundraising for the tax-efficient assets is up 10 per cent this year — but they remain a niche choice

Financial Times - 3d

Joseph Wambaugh, cop-turned-best-selling-author, dies at 88

Unlike those on 'Dragnet' and other cop shows, Wambaugh's fictional officers were often compromised and deeply flawed characters

Los Angeles Times - 3d

Black Leaders on Why They’ve Turned Against Eric Adams

The mayor is losing support from a crucial cohort whose members say he is damaging the political prospects of other Black officials.

The New York Times - 2d

How Zelensky’s Oval Office Meeting Turned into a Showdown With Trump

The question hovering over Washington was whether the confrontation was a spontaneous outburst or a planned verbal smack down.

The New York Times - 2d

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith turns up political talk, triggering 2028 speculation

Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith is taking on a new role in Democratic politics as the party searches for its identity after its loss to President Trump in November. Smith expressed interest in ...

The Hill - 1d

Fears of ICE Raids Turn Streets Quiet in Heavily Hispanic Part of NYC

In Corona, a once-vibrant New York City enclave home to generations of Latino immigrants, the threat of mass deportations has made many residents afraid to go outside.

The New York Times - 1d

Young adults increasingly struggling offline turn to ASMR videos, report finds

Visceral videos of people playing with slime or braiding hair soothe those who feel overwhelmed by in-person contact. Younger adults are increasingly overwhelmed by in-person interaction and ...

The Guardian - 1d

SEC turns a new leaf with flurry of crypto probe endings

The ending of multiple Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) investigations into cryptocurrency firms is sending a strong signal that the agency’s approach to enforcement is quickly changing ...

The Hill - 20h

Trump turns toward Russia, breaking with decades of U.S. policy

The extraordinary pivot is upending decades of hawkish foreign policy, raising questions about the future of post-World War II global security project.

NBC News - 11h

Zelensky Turns to Diplomacy in Russia-Ukraine War After Clash With Trump

After a startling clash with President Trump, who has echoed the Kremlin view of the war, Ukraine’s leader is trying to shore up European support and smooth over relations with Washington.

The New York Times - 4h

Florence Pugh, fake snow and wedding gowns: Best pictures from London Fashion Week

Florence Pugh opened Harris Reed's show, while Richard Quinn's runway saw models in wedding dresses walking through fake snow.

BBC News - Feb. 23

TGL scores, results: The Bay Golf Club stays undefeated as Rory McIlroy's squad remains in playoff picture

The top of the table is set as the bottom three teams will battle out for the final playoff spot next week

CBS Sports - 6d

Federal job cuts disrupt a stable retirement picture for many workers, including Black Americans

Black Americans are one of the groups with a higher than average share of federal jobs, which are valued for their benefits and stability.

CNBC - 4d

Digic Pictures releases documentaries behind Amazon and Blur’s Secret Level game-based film anthology

Digic Pictures released three cool videos documenting how they made their episodes for Amazon's Secret Level game-based films.

VentureBeat - 3d

Mikey Madison wins Best Actress, "Anora" wins Best Picture at 97th Academy Awards

"Anora" was the big winner at Sunday night's Oscars with star Mikey Madison picking up Best Actress and the film taking home Best Picture. "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Kevin Frazier has a ...

CBS News - 18h

The scandal sinking an Oscars campaign

Offensive posts by Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón have caused controversy

BBC News - 4d

A Guide to the Documentary Oscar Nominees

A quick guide to the nominated films and why you should watch them.

The New York Times - 3d

Josh Seftel's mom on the Oscars

Filmmaker and "Sunday Morning" contributor Josh Seftel asks his mother, Pat, about this year's Academy Award contenders and the joy of going to the movies.

CBS News - 1d

The full list of Oscar winners

Anora scooped the most honours, while Conclave, The Brutalist, Wicked and Emilia Pérez also took prizes.

BBC News - 1d

Olympic stars compete for British titles in Birmingham

Olympic stars Katarina Johnson-Thompson and Georgia Hunter Bell will compete for British titles at the UK Athletics Indoor Championships in Birmingham.

BBC News - Feb. 21

Rickelton stars in South Africa win over Afghanistan

Ryan Rickelton scores his maiden one-day international century as South Africa claim a comfortable 107-run win over Afghanistan in the Champions Trophy.

BBC News - Feb. 21

‘It’s quite incredible’: the Lancashire village with five Michelin stars

Aughton, near Ormskirk, has been called Britain’s culinary capital and become a global destination for foodies. It has been called the culinary capital of Britain, with no less than five Michelin ...

The Guardian - Feb. 23

Devils Stars Make Franchise History In Blowout Win

The New Jersey Devils played the Nashville Predators on Feb. 23, and it could not have gone better. The Devils defeated Nashville by a 5-0 final score and are now tied with the Carolina Hurricanes ...

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24

The Best Young M.L.B. Star at Every Position

In 2024, Bobby Witt Jr. joined a group that had only included Lou Gehrig, Ted Williams, Mickey Mantle, Jimmie Foxx, Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker.

The New York Times - 6d

Something Unexpected Is Spewing Stars Into the Milky Way

Fast-moving stars in the Milky Way indicate there could be a supermassive black hole in the neighboring Large Magellanic Cloud—something that has never been detected in a smaller galaxy.

Wired - 6d

Michelle Trachtenberg, star of "Gossip Girl," dies at 39

Michelle Trachtenberg was found in her New York City apartment, and the death is not believed to be suspicious, police said.

CBS News - 5d

"Gossip Girl" star Michelle Trachtenberg dies at 39

Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, who starred in "Gossip Girl" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," has died at age 39. The death is not believed to be suspicious, police said.

CBS News - 5d

WNBA All-Star Diana Taurasi announces retirement

The WNBA's all-time leading scorer, Diana Taurasi, is calling it a career after playing for 20 seasons. The 42-year-old played for the Phoenix Mercury and led the team to 3 championships. CBS ...

CBS News - 5d

Gene Hackman: the star of every scene he was in

From The Conversation to The Royal Tenenbaums, the actor rode America’s new wave to become the gold standard for characterful acting with heft. • Gene Hackman found dead with his wife – news • ...

The Guardian - 4d

Sabres Should Consider Targeting Blues Star

The Buffalo Sabres are at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings as we continue to inch closer to the NHL trade deadline. With this, it is apparent that they won't be in the market for ...

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Eggheads star Chris Hughes dies aged 77

The show paid tribute to the "great" quizzer, who also won Mastermind and Brain of Britain.

BBC News - 4d

'Hoosiers' star Hackman found dead at age 95

Gene Hackman, the prolific Oscar-winning actor whose films included what is considered one of the greatest sports movies of all time in "Hoosiers," has died at the age of 95.

ESPN - 4d

Sabres Young Star Generating Trade Interest: Report

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Wolves star Edwards suspended after 16th tech

Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards has been issued an automatic one-game suspension after picking up two technical fouls in Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers, giving him ...

ESPN - 3d