Nebraska government system shutdown disrupts the Legislature, DMV and other offices

Here's how Musk's access to Treasury system may impact Social Security, other government payments

The new Department of Government Efficiency now has access to a federal system responsible for $6 trillion in annual payments.

CNBC - 1d

Shutdown fears grow as Trump battles multiply

The odds of a government shutdown are surging as President Trump battles Democrats over efforts to freeze funding and Republicans brawl internally over the size and scope of potential cuts. With a ...

The Hill - 1d

Jeffries vows to use government shutdown fight to combat Trump orders

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said Monday that Democrats will use the coming battle over government funding as a vehicle to block President Trump’s early efforts to gut federal ...

The Hill - 3d

Nebraska lands Notre Dame transfer OL Rocco Spindler

Nebraska landed its 16th transfer addition of the offseason in former Notre Dame offensive lineman Rocco Spindler.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Nebraska’s spring game likely canceled as transfer portal has made it detrimental

The spring game has a long tradition at Nebraska. Last year the event drew 60,452 to Memorial Stadium, fourth-highest in the nation behind spring games at Ohio State, Alabama and Penn State. The ...

Yahoo Sports - 5d

OPM denies federal government website shutdown reports: 'False rumors'

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) said it gave no orders to shut down government websites amid confusion over complying with a new Trump administration policy requiring agencies to scrub any ...

The Hill - 6d

Musk Aides Lock Government Computer Systems, Sources Say

Some employees at OPM have reportedly had their access revoked to the department’s data systems by Musk and aides.

Inc. - 6d

‘Disrupt or be disrupted’, mainstream parties warned as voters turn to populists

Research shows voters losing faith in traditional centre-left and centre-right to deliver meaningful change. Voters in western democracies are turning away from mainstream political parties and ...

The Guardian - Jan. 30

Cook retires after 722 volleyball wins at Nebraska

Nebraska women's volleyball coach John Cook retired Wednesday, and the school hired former player Dani Busboom Kelly to replace him.

ESPN - Jan. 30

Extreme demand took down LA's water system during the Palisades Fire. Here's how other U.S. cities can prepare

Some 20% of hydrants failed during the fight to save the Pacific Palisades from LA's massive fire on Jan. 7. Here's how other U.S. cities can better prepare.

CNBC - Jan. 30

Trump offering "deferred resignation" to government workers unwilling to return to office

Millions of federal workers are weighing an offer from the Trump administration to participate in a "deferred resignation program." CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand has the latest.

CBS News - Jan. 29

OPM sued over privacy concerns with new government-wide email system

Two federal employees are suing the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to block the agency from creating a new email distribution system — an action that comes as the information will reportedly ...

The Hill - Jan. 28

Just Stop Oil disrupts Sigourney Weaver West End play

Two people are arrested after protesters walked on stage during Monday's performance of The Tempest.

BBC News - Jan. 28

Tennessee Legislature Meets With Trump Playbook on its Agenda

A special session that began on Monday pairs disaster aid with two priorities for both the president and Gov. Bill Lee of Tennessee: tougher immigration laws and school vouchers.

The New York Times - Jan. 27

Snoozing on the couch can disrupt your sleep. These expert tips can help.

Falling asleep on the couch is a small habit that can have a big impact on your sleep, leaving you wide awake when you move into bed for the night.

CBS News - Jan. 27

What Is DeepSeek and Why Is It Disrupting the AI Sector?

DeepSeek is a powerful new rival to American artificial intelligence heavyweights like OpenAI and Meta. Here’s what to know about its surge.

Inc. - Jan. 27

Vance defends Hegseth: 'Pete is a disrupter'

Vice President Vance defended new Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, calling him a “disrupter” who will prove "incredibly necessary." Vance joined CBS News’s “Face the Nation” on Sunday for a sit-down ...

The Hill - Jan. 26

Government workers dismayed by Trump's return-to-office mandate

When the Trump administration announced a return-to-office mandate this week, it stated Americans “deserve the highest-quality service from people who love our country.”

NBC News - Jan. 25

Amazon Willing to Discuss Quebec Shutdown With Canadian Officials

Amazon.com said it is open to talks with officials from the Canadian and Quebec governments about the decision to shut down operations in the country’s French-speaking province, which would lead to ...

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 24

Hungary threatens to disrupt Russia sanctions unless Ukraine reopens gas transit

Viktor Orbán floats new demand as EU rushes to renew restrictions on Moscow

Financial Times - Jan. 24

Europe live: Micheál Martin appointed as Irish taoiseach following disruption in Dáil

TDs gathered in parliament for ceremony which had been due to take place yesterday. Full story: Irish parliament elects Micheál Martin as PM Donald Trump should be wary of giving Vladimir ...

The Guardian - Jan. 23

Provision of UK public services disrupted by government buildings ‘left to crumble’

Spending watchdog says maintenance backlog totals £49bn, dominated by schools, NHS and MoD properties

Financial Times - Jan. 22

Trump sworn in as 47th president as US braces for a new era of disruption and division

Trump promises a blitz of executive orders, radical shake-up of the global order and ‘revolution of common sense’. Donald Trump inauguration – live updates The United States was launched on a ...

The Guardian - Jan. 20

TikTok Says Service Will Return as Users React to Shutdown

The app went dark nationwide on Saturday night, but the company indicated it was in the process of restoring the service after assurances from President-elect Donald J. Trump.

The New York Times - Jan. 19

Rivian and Plug Power close government loan deals just before Trump takes office

Just in time, clean-energy companies Rivian Automotive Inc. and Plug Power Inc. have closed loan agreements with the Biden administration that will fund the construction of manufacturing plants in ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 17

Jack Hoffman, young cancer patient and Nebraska football fan, dies

The nation was introduced to Jack at Nebraska's 2013 spring game, after the coaching staff invited him to run a play. He scooted 69 yards to the end zone.

CBS News - Jan. 16

Nebraska fan Jack Hoffman dies of cancer at 19

Jack Hoffman, the young Nebraska football fan who ran for a touchdown during the 2013 Cornhuskers' spring game and became a catalyst for pediatric brain cancer fundraising, died Wednesday after a ...

ESPN - Jan. 16

TikTok Prepares for U.S. Shutdown From Sunday

Unless the nation’s highest court grants a reprieve, the popular social video platform will wind down on Jan. 19.

Inc. - Jan. 15

British activist investor seeks to disrupt Singapore takeover

Palliser Capital accuses OCBC of treating insurer’s minority shareholders unfairly as activist campaigns pick up in Asia

Financial Times - Jan. 15

Alleged Clark stalker disruptive in court hearing

The man who allegedly stalked Caitlin Clark, Michael Lewis, is being held on $50,000 bail and ordered not to have any contact with Clark after a disruptive hearing Tuesday in Indianapolis.

ESPN - Jan. 14

Ryanair calls for airport alcohol limit amid jump in in-flight disruptions

Airline demands passengers be limited to two drinks on the ground as it pursues suit against customer behind diversion

Financial Times - Jan. 13

Oscar nominations delayed again as L.A. fires disrupt awards season

Oscar nominations for the 97th Academy Awards have been delayed again due to Los Angeles-area fires. The announcement is now set for Jan. 23, with voting extended to Jan. 17.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 13

The Pitched Battles for Partisan Control in State Legislatures

As state legislatures convene, they face the same political polarization seen in Congress. Some are in near-deadlock.

The New York Times - Jan. 13

My Employees’ Juice Cleanses Are Disrupting Their Work

Is it my place to say anything?

Inc. - Jan. 13

Heavy rain disrupts day one at Australian Open

Play on day one of the Australian Open is disrupted by heavy rain and thunderstorms in Melbourne.

BBC News - Jan. 12

Zheng wins indoors as Day 1 of the Australian Open is disrupted by rain

Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen made the most of the indoor conditions under a roof at Rod Laver Arena to advance to the second round of the Australian Open in straight sets while it poured with rain ...

ABC News - Jan. 11

Red Wings Have Their New Future Shutdown Center

The Detroit Red Wings have a future shutdown center on their hands.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 11

Los Angeles wildfires disrupt television, entertainment industry

Jimmy Kimmel Live and other TV productions went dark Wednesday as fires spread. It's unclear when they'll resume.

CBS News - Jan. 8

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