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Thousands of Israelis line streets for funeral of Bibas family killed in Gaza
National outpouring of grief comes amid reports that deal reached to resume ceasefire with Hamas. Thousands of Israelis have lined the route of a funeral procession for two small children and their ...The Guardian - 13h -
Boat Crew Spots Thousands of Dolphins in a California Bay ‘Superpod’
The bay looked “like it was boiling,” said a boat captain with a whale-watching company in Monterey Bay, Calif. He captured video of thousands of dolphins swimming off the coast.The New York Times - 2h -
This Founder Left OpenAI to Launch a Competitor. It Aims to Bring AI to the Masses
Mira Murati, OpenAI’s former CTO, has taken the wraps off her new company, Thinking Machines Lab. Here’s what to know about its goals.Inc. - Feb. 19 -
What Do the Mass IRS Layoffs Mean for Your Business Tax Filings?
The IRS just laid off at least 6,000 employees, which could lead to slower processing times–or lax enforcement.Inc. - 5d -
Request to block mass firing of probationary employees denied by judge
A judge has denied labor unions' request to temporarily block the administration from carrying out mass firing of probationary employees and deferred resignation offers.ABC News - 5d -
Trump administration mass layoffs can continue, judge rules
A judge allowed the Department of Government Efficiency's federal workforce cuts to continue on Friday. Probationary workers and IRS staff are on the chopping block as the Defense Department ...CBS News - 5d -
Mass federal layoffs deliver a gutting one-two punch to America's veterans
President Donald Trump’s sweeping efforts to purge the federal workforce have dealt a striking one-two punch to an already largely vulnerable population: America’s veterans.NBC News - 5d -
What do we know about Trump administration and DOGE's mass firings?
A federal judge is giving President Trump the go-ahead to continue mass firings of thousands of federal employees, for now. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro and CBS News congressional ...CBS News - 5d -
FDA rehires staff to its medical devices division after mass layoffs
Around 180 FDA medical device workers were laid off earlier this month by DOGE.NBC News - 2d -
Mass casualty attack on police officers thwarted with alleged suspect's arrest
A 21-year-old suspect allegedly planned an attack on police "similar to the 2016 Dallas ambush," the FBI's Houston office said.ABC News - 2d -
21-year-old accused of planning 'mass casualty attack' on Texas police
Authorities in Texas said they thwarted a "mass casualty attack"and arrested a 21-year-old on charges of making terroristic threats against Corpus Christi police.NBC News - 1d -
Did Musk’s Mass Email Neglect Numerous Digital Employee Monitoring Options?
Some evidence suggests federal agencies can also use automated worker performance apps employed by private companies—but the technology may have been ignored by Musk, who disconcerted employees ...Inc. - 1d -
Former Blackwater CEO: 'No indication' government interested in mass deportation memo
Editor's note: This report has been updated to reflect the estimated number of illegal immigrants in the U.S. Blackwater founder Erik Prince said while his mass immigration proposal seeking to ...The Hill - 11h -
Mass Federal Firings May Imperil Pets, Cattle and Crops
The terminations, which hit agencies involved in protecting the nation’s food supply and agricultural products, could have long-lasting consequences, experts said.The New York Times - 12h -
Democrat introducing bill to rehire veterans caught up in Trump mass firings
Rep. Derek Tran (D-Calif.) is introducing legislation that would require the government to rehire veterans who were terminated without reason under the Trump administration's mass layoffs across ...The Hill - 9h -
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 - 9h -
Federal agencies told to submit "reorganization plans," prepare for mass firings
The Office of Management and Budget and the Office of Personnel Management asked agencies to submit plans for downsizing by March 13.CBS News - 5h -
2025 Fantasy Baseball Draft Prep: Top 30 position battles, from Diamondbacks closer to Dodgers center fielder
Kristian Campbell, Aroldis Chapman are among those competing for jobsCBS Sports - 5d -
We're buying the dip in an AI data center play still under pressure post-DeepSeek
We see this as an opportunity.CNBC - 5d -
Mark Williams' agent disputes Lakers rescinding trade for Hornets center due to failed physical
Williams suggested to reporters that the Lakers canceled the trade after having second thoughts about what they gave up in the nixed deal.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Kennedy Center says J6 Prison Choir is not a 'confirmed event,' despite what Steve Bannon says
The Kennedy Center downplays CPAC comments from longtime Trump ally Steve Bannon that a choir composed of Jan. 6 rioters will perform at the Kennedy Center.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Juan Soto hits homer to deep center field in 1st spring training at-bat with Mets
Soto followed that up with a run-scoring fielder's choice in the second inning.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Mitchell Robinson injury update: Knicks center hopes to make season debut this week, per report
Robinson has been out since May due to ankle surgeryCBS Sports - 3d -
NYC Mayor Eric Adams to close Roosevelt Hotel migrant center targeted by Musk, Trump admin
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the city will close the Roosevelt Hotel migrant center in Manhattan, a frequent target of Elon Musk and the Tump administration.NBC News - 2d -
Kennedy Center affirms Conan O'Brien's Mark Twain Prize ceremony moving forward amid Trump upheaval
While drama has surrounded the Kennedy Center following President Trump's takeover as its board chair, a night of comedy honoring Conan O'Brien has not been caught in the crossfire. The annual Mark ...The Hill - 1d -
Singer-musician Rhiannon Giddens calls off Kennedy Center show, citing Trump takeover
Award-winning singe-musician Rhiannon Giddens has become the latest artist to call off an appearance at the Kennedy Center, which has been in upheaval since President Donald Trump took officeABC News - 11h -
While We Wait For State Of Decay 3, This Punishing New Zombie Game Is Hitting All The Right Notes
I've long appreciated State of Decay as the exciting middle ground between an approachable zombie game like Days Gone or Dead Rising , and unforgiving survival sims like DayZ and Project ...GameSpot - 5d -
German voters head to polls facing world of change as far right waits in the wings
Europe holds its breath as world’s third largest economic power and most populous EU country faces crossroads. German election live – latest updates German voters go to the polls today but it ...The Guardian - 3d -
2025 NFL combine: Ashton Jeanty to skip on-field drills, Boise State RB will reportedly wait until pro day
Another star will sit out on-field work in IndianapolisCBS Sports - 2d -
Warren Buffett’s waiting for a ‘wild swing’ to the downside for stocks, says veteran Berkshire watcher
Warren Buffett didn’t tip his hand in his annual letter to investors on Saturday, but it’s become apparent that he’s waiting for a big-time downturn in stocks before deploying his vast and growing ...MarketWatch - 2d -
Ravens GM calls allegations against Justin Tucker 'serious, concerning' as team waits on NFL investigation
The NFL has begun speaking to massage therapists who have accused the Ravens kicker of inappropriate behavior.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Your Boss Wants You Back in the Office. This Surveillance Tech Could Be Waiting for You
Warehouse-style employee tracking tech has expanded into job after job. Now, as millions are called back to the workplace, it’s finally coming for the American office worker.Wired - 15h -
Block's Bitkey rolls out bitcoin inheritance fix for 'multibillion-dollar problem waiting to happen'
After announcing its bitcoin inheritance product in November, Block's Bitkey is rolling out the offering on Wednesday.CNBC - 10h -
‘She’s still waiting by the phone’: My grandmother gave her life savings to a man she met online. What now?
“Up until the moment she was scammed, we considered her the wealthy one in our family.”MarketWatch - 2h -
Our guide for what to see during Frieze Los Angeles
It's the sun in the middle of L.A. art week's solar system. Here are our favorite exhibitions and events happening at Frieze and beyond.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 18 -
China's Alibaba sees revenue surge on back of artificial intelligence, e-commerce
Chinese e-commerce firm Alibaba Group Holding posted its fastest revenue growth in over a year, beating analyst expectations as it capitalizes on the artificial intelligence boom in ChinaABC News - 6d -
Walmart Racks Up Sales Record but Sees Slower Growth Ahead
The retail giant continues to attract shoppers from across the income spectrum, but faces headwinds from stubborn inflation and the risk of tariffs.The New York Times - 6d -
Gordon Ramsay restaurant sees 477 lucky cat thefts
The cat figurines known as maneki-neko feature within the TV chef's Lucky Cat restaurants.BBC News - 6d -
With RFK Jr. in charge, supplement makers see chance to cash in
The FDA is already limited in policing claims of health benefits by makers of supplements and herbal remedies — a $70 billion industry. Get ready for even less regulation.CBS News - 5d -
Haberman: Trump, advisers see Musk as 'useful heat shield' for criticism
New York Times White House correspondent Maggie Haberman says President Trump and his advisers have identified tech giant Elon Musk as a “useful heat shield” for criticism on his administration's ...The Hill - 5d