Is The Government Backing Down Over Benefits

FIA impose immediate rule change over rear wing ahead of Chinese Grand Prix

The governing body has reacted after the opening race of the season in Melbourne, with McLaren and Ferrari accused of using a ‘mini-DRS trick’

Yahoo Sports - 7h

Independent government oversight is dying

The more than 45 years of bipartisan support for independent oversight — oversight that has demonstrably improved government services and saved billions of taxpayer dollars — may be coming to an end.

The Hill - 5d

Albanian opposition protests TikTok ban alleging censorship ahead of election

Albania’s opposition has protested the left-wing government’s decision to shut down TikTok, calling the move censorship ahead of May 11 parliamentary elections

ABC News - 2d

Congress must save the good journalists at VOA

President Trump's sudden decision to shut down US government-funded entities such as the Voice of America is understandable, but it is crushing for a number of journalists there who have not ...

The Hill - 9h

Heathrow looks at building shorter third runway in bid to cut costs

London’s hub airport is preparing a detailed expansion plan after winning government backing

Financial Times - Mar. 8

How to stop the fruitless search for welfare savings

Governments chase illusory short-term cuts when what’s needed are routes back into lasting employment

Financial Times - Mar. 8

Scotland’s last oil refinery needs up to £13bn for green transition, finds study

Government-backed task force outlines nine project options for a future industrial complex at Grangemouth

Financial Times - 5d

Ex-Philippines President Duterte arrested on ICC warrant over drug killings

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested on order of the International Criminal Court in connection with a case of crime against humanity filed against him, the Philippine ...

CBS News - 6d

GOP's Burchett berates CNN anchor over spending cuts coverage

Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) on Tuesday attacked CNN’s coverage of the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) spending cuts and accused the network of trying to rally its viewers against ...

The Hill - 6d

TSA union sues Noem over stripping of bargaining rights

The union for Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) employees is suing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after she said she was ending a collective bargaining agreement signed last year. ...

The Hill - 4d

Judge Orders Musk and His Team to Turn Over Records and Answer Questions

Mr. Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency has largely been shrouded in secrecy, but court cases are one way opponents of President Trump’s overhaul efforts have sought clarity.

The New York Times - 4d

Ocasio-Cortez Lashes Out at Schumer Over His Support for G.O.P. Measure

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized Senator Chuck Schumer for siding with Republicans on a plan to avert a government shutdown. Her tough language drew talk of a primary challenge.

The New York Times - 2d

Vokietaitis scores 17 as FAU takes down Charlotte 64-59 in American Athletic Conference Tournament

Matas Vokietaitis had 17 points in Florida Atlantic's 64-59 victory over Charlotte on Thursday in the second round of the American Athletic Conference Tournament. The fifth-seeded Owls (18-14) ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Breaking Down Avalanche's Remaining Schedule -- And Their Chances At Rising In Hyper-Competitive Central Division

The Colorado Avalanche have been one of the NHL's toughest teams of late, going 10-3-1 since Jan. 28. That stretch of hockey has allowed the Avs to vault over the Minnesota Wild for third place in ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Trump’s Tariffs by Whim Keep Allies and Markets Off Balance

Investors sent stock prices down on Thursday amid the uncertainty over what President Trump’s inconstancy means for the global economy.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

Jim Cramer explains what Apple investors should do with the sinking stock

Shares dropped over 5% after Wall Street analysts revised down iPhone sales estimates.

CNBC - Mar. 10

Back home and healthier, Houston QB Conner Weigman optimistic he can live up to five-star pedigree

Weigman's injuries over the last two seasons went well beyond what he revealed publicly

CBS Sports - Mar. 9

Senate votes to avoid government shutdown

The Senate voted mostly along party lines Friday afternoon to pass the House Republican-drafted bill to fund government through September, avoiding a government shutdown only hours before funding ...

The Hill - 3d

With Democrats' help, Senate votes to avert a government shutdown

The Senate passed a House-approved government funding bill that averts a government shutdown that was set to be triggered at the end of the day Friday.

ABC News - 2d

The Players Championship: J.J. Spaun takes 1-shot lead over Bud Cauley into final round; Rory McIlroy 4 shots back

Windy conditions flustered several players, including defending champion Scottie Scheffler, who let his irritation show several times.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Maresca warns fans over ‘PlayStation’ expectations after Cucurella calms noise

Some Chelsea supporters remain standoffish with Enzo Maresca, even after seeing their side creep back into top four. The sense remains that Stamford Bridge regulars will take some convincing on the ...

The Guardian - Mar. 9

Eddie George relishes challenge in taking over at Bowling Green

Eddie George was pondering the next steps in his burgeoning career as a college football coach while driving back from the NFL scouting combine. He got a sign in the most unlikely of places.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Ocasio-Cortez knocks Schumer over spending bill support

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York has been on the airwaves making it clear she strongly disagrees with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and other Democrats who are backing the ...

CBS News - 3d

Starmer tells global leaders to 'keep the pressure' on Putin over ceasefire in Ukraine

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has told allies to “keep the pressure” on Russian President Vladimir Putin to back a ceasefire in Ukraine, hailing Ukraine as the “party of peace.”

NBC News - 2d

Trey Kaufman-Renn, Cam Heide lift Purdue basketball to Big Ten Tourney win over USC

Purdue fell behind by double digits in the first half, but came back and eventually held on to beat USC to advance to the quarterfinals.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Canada’s New PM Tells Trump: If Want a Fight, We’ll Kick Your Butt

Former central banker Mark Carney has managed the financial crisis and Brexit. He’s not backing down from a trade war with the U.S.

Inc. - Mar. 10

Trump Expands Trade Threats in Global Game of Chicken

Trade wars with allies could spiral as the president tries to get trading partners to back down from retaliation with new threats of his own.

The New York Times - 4d

Death Toll in 1999 Columbine School Shooting Climbs to 14 With Homicide Ruling

Anne Marie Hochhalter, who was paralyzed from the waist down when she was shot in the chest and back, died on Feb. 16. A coroner classified the death as a homicide.

The New York Times - 3d

Rangers growing frustrated with questionable calls on Matt Rempe: ‘He’s not really doing anything’

With a ginormous target on his back, Rangers fourth liner Matt Rempe continues being called for questionable penalties in big games down the stretch.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

How Thomas Haugh sparked Florida basketball late in SEC Tournament win over Missouri

UF forward Thomas Haugh played with high energy and sank some big FTs down the stretch to help Florida basketball hold off a pesky Missouri team in the SEC Tournament

Yahoo Sports - 2d

These 13 growth stocks are expected to roar back from their declines so far this year

These companies are expected by analysts to increase revenue by at least double the rate of the S&P 500. Their stocks are expected to rise at least 29% over the next 12 months.

MarketWatch - Mar. 10

Pulisic scores again to help Milan fight back to beat Como 2-1 in Serie A

Christian Pulisic scored again to help AC Milan earn another comeback victory in Serie A with a 2-1 home win over Como

ABC News - 2d

Vance gives House GOP closing pitch on Trump-backed funding bill ahead of vote

Vice President Vance delivered a closing pitch in favor of Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) government funding bill during the House GOP’s private conference meeting Tuesday, hours before the lower ...

The Hill - 6d

White House crypto czar says public has 'lost out on over $17 billion'

Crypto czar David Sacks argued taxpayers have lost out on billions because earlier administrations never took advantage of bitcoin in the government's possession.

ABC News - Mar. 7

2-year yield ends at highest in over 2 weeks as traders assess stagflation risk

Yields on U.S. government debt finished mixed on Monday after February retail sales came in below expectations and raised continued questions about the strength of the economy.

MarketWatch - 3h

Schumer clashes with liberal colleagues over House GOP funding bill

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) surprised Washington Thursday by announcing on the Senate floor that he would vote to advance a House Republican-drafted six-month government funding ...

The Hill - 3d