Musk is just an adviser with no power to make decisions, White House claims

White House holds press briefing

Watch live coverage as White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt holds a press briefing.

NBC News - 1d

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 - 2h

Trump Claims Power to Fire Administrative Law Judges at Will

The Justice Department said a law protecting the officials from arbitrary removal is an unconstitutional intrusion on presidential authority.

The New York Times - 15h

Grassley starts talks with White House on moving judicial nominees

Politico - 21h

Sinn Féin to boycott White House St Patrick's Day celebrations

First Minister Michelle O'Neill says her decision not to travel to Washington DC for the annual festivities is one of principle.

BBC News - 2h

White House Social Media Accounts Post Shocking Deportation Memes

The Trump administration used the White House’s official social media accounts to post a political themed message for Valentine’s Day.

The New York Times - 2h

White House pushes back on criticism of Trump spending cuts

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Friday said Americans support the massive job and spending cuts President Trump has enacted across the federal government since returning to the Oval ...

CBS News - 1h

Elon Musk becomes a new power center at CPAC

Elon Musk stole the show at CPAC, a surprise guest who wielded a chainsaw to symbolize his government cuts.

NBC News - 3h

With Just 3 Words, Delta Air Lines Taught a Powerful Lesson in Handling a Crisis

The airline is offering affected customers $30,000 without forcing them to give up their rights.

Inc. - 5h

Fox News, CNN and Other Outlets Urge White House to Drop AP Ban

Dozens of major news organizations, including some conservative outlets, urged the Trump administration to stop blocking The Associated Press from press events.

The New York Times - 21h

Elon Musk rebuffs claims that Tesla could invest in Nissan

Japanese carmaker’s shares rise almost 10% after reports that a group wants US EV firm to put in money. Elon Musk has rebuffed the idea that Tesla could put money into the struggling carmaker ...

The Guardian - 9h

Elon Musk in row with Danish astronaut over claim Biden abandoned ISS pair

Musk claimed without evidence Nasa’s Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were left stranded on orbital outpost for ‘political reasons’. Elon Musk has become embroiled in a heated row with a Danish ...

The Guardian - 4h

Can you trust Elon Musk and his ‘DOGE’ claims about government fraud?

American people deserve answers about what these Washington outsiders-turned-insiders are up to

MarketWatch - 30m

Astronauts vs. Musk: Public spat ensues over claims that politics delayed a flight to Earth

Elon Musk and astronaut Andreas Mogensen exchanged barbs after Musk suggested that two NASA astronauts were abandoned on the space station “for political reasons.”

NBC News - 1h

MLB 26-and-under power rankings, Nos. 20-16: Bobby Witt Jr., Lawrence Butler, Pete Crow-Armstrong already making an impact

The Twins, Royals, Athletics, Cubs and Cardinals make up the next tier of the 2025 rankings.

Yahoo Sports - 1h

Let’s not leave the baby-making debate to Musk and Vance – the left has a stake in this too | Gaby Hinsliff

Rightwingers calling for higher birthrates may be disturbing, but having children is the ultimate gesture of confidence in the future for us all. Roses are red, violets are blue. Rightwing ...

The Guardian - 13h

Boosted by Musk and Trump, German far-right party looks likely to make historic gains

It is a pivotal moment for Germany's far-right AfD ahead of national elections Sunday. The party is polling at 21% — likely enough for second place.

NBC News - 4h

What to know about Mitch McConnell's decision to retire

Former Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell will not seek reelection in 2026. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small reports.

CBS News - 18h

Stop criticising Trump and sign $500bn mineral deal, US official advises Kyiv

National security adviser says Ukraine is wrong to push back against Trump’s approach to peace talks with Russia. White House officials have told Ukraine to stop badmouthing Donald Trump and to ...

The Guardian - 22h

This country was just named the most relaxing destination on Earth

Yahoo News - 7h

Germany's AfD insists it is not just a party of the east anymore

Yahoo News - 5h

The House GOP budget resolution is in trouble

Politico - 2d

Google Ad-Tech Users Can Target National Security ‘Decision Makers’ and People With Chronic Diseases

Google enables marketers to target people with serious illnesses and crushing debt—against its policies—as well as the makers of classified defense technology, a WIRED investigation has found.

Wired - 1d

Tony Hawk on turning down $500,000 for Pro Skater: 'The best financial decision of my life'

Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk once turned down half a million dollars for Pro Skater. He says it was the "best financial decision" of his life.

CNBC - 12h

How To Make A Water Elevator In Minecraft

A water elevator might not be one of the first base upgrades you make in Minecraft , but it's incredibly useful once you understand how to design one. What it does is allow you to vertically ...

GameSpot - 11h

Elon Musk Zeroes In on the I.R.S.

The tech mogul’s cost-cutting initiative is seeking sensitive taxpayer data, drawing concerns about privacy, potential political retribution and more.

The New York Times - 3d

Woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann charged with stalking

Julia Wandel allegedly sent letters, calls, WhatsApps and visited family of missing girl . A woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann has been remanded in custody after being charged with stalking ...

The Guardian - 4h

Voltron Data just partnered with Accenture to solve one of AI’s biggest headaches

Voltron Data partners with Accenture to revolutionize enterprise data processing with GPU-powered analytics engine Theseus, promising up to 100x performance gains for AI-driven companies facing ...

VentureBeat - 1d

‘We’re Just Keeping Everybody Alive’: The Damage Done by the U.S.A.I.D. Freeze

Testimonials from around the world show that Trump’s foreign aid funding freeze has been damaging and chaotic.

The New York Times - 8h

Trump stuns Senate GOP with House budget endorsement

“Did not see that one coming,” Senate Majority Leader John Thune said.

Politico - 2d

Republicans question giving Cruz broad subpoena power at Senate Commerce

Politico - 1d

What Patriots' latest roster move says about team's power structure

The Patriots' release of Sione Takitaki offers a clue as to who's really in charge of personnel decisions in New England, says Phil Perry.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

OpenAI Uncovers Evidence of A.I.-Powered Chinese Surveillance Tool

The company said a Chinese operation had built the tool to identify anti-Chinese posts on social media services in Western countries.

The New York Times - 4h

OpenAI Uncovers Evidence of A.I.-Powered Chinese Surveillance Tool

The company said a Chinese operation had built the tool to identify anti-Chinese posts on social media services in Western countries.

The New York Times - 4h

Tesla recalls more than 375,000 vehicles for power steering issue

Tesla is recalling more than 375,000 vehicles in the United States due to a power steering issues, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced Friday.

NBC News - 1h