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Border Patrol apprehensions hit historic low in February
Government data obtained by CBS News shows Border Patrol apprehensions hit a 25-year low in February as the number of illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border declined. CBS News immigration and ...CBS News - 5h -
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USAID cuts could send global health into chaos
The Trump administration's decision to end almost all foreign aid spending from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is poised to plunge global health into chaos. The ...The Hill - 1d -
Starmer’s call for ‘coalition of the willing’ sends reminder to US
Phrase holds memories of 2003 US-led invasion of Iraq in which UK played supporting role. Russia-Ukraine war – latest updates Few resonant phrases are repeated in politics without a ...The Guardian - 1d -
Judge wants additional arguments on Eric Adams corruption charges potentially being dropped
The federal judge weighing whether charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams should be dropped has appointed outside attorney Paul Clement for more arguments. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
How the FDA's approval for food additives works, and why experts say a loophole allows companies to bypass it
Experts say that for decades, a legal loophole has allowed companies to include chemical additives that could be potentially dangerous to consumers' health.CNBC - Feb. 23 -
Travis Hunter's possible double duty gives the NFL's annual scouting combine a different look
Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter is creating a distinctly different atmosphere as this year's NFL scouting combine beginsABC News - Feb. 24 -
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 announcement teased in Call of Duty easter egg
A room full of skateboards on Black Ops 6's map "Grind" teases a new announcement for the venerable skateboarding franchise.ESPN - 6d -
Auburn's Hugh Freeze diagnosed with prostate cancer, will continue coaching duties while undergoing treatment
The Tigers program is entering its third year under the direction of FreezeCBS Sports - 3d -
Measles outbreak in Southwest sickens nearly 100 people
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Measles oubreak sickens dozens in Texas, New Mexico An outbreak of measles is wreaking havoc in the South ...The Hill - 6d -
Motorola Moto G Power 2025 Review: Nearly There
Motorola’s newest budget phone retains many of the hallmarks of its excellent predecessor but regresses on performance.Wired - 6d -
Why ‘Emilia Pérez,’ a Film About Mexico, Flopped in Mexico
The polarizing movie is up for 13 Academy Awards on Sunday. But in Mexico, it has been widely criticized for its depiction of the country.The New York Times - 3d -
Fresno State sits two players for 'eligibility matter' amid investigation into betting activity, per report
The 5-22 Bulldogs sat two players Saturday amid yet another potential college basketball betting investigationCBS Sports - Feb. 22 -
Fresno State sits 2 of its top scorers amid reported investigation into betting activity on men's games
The Bulldogs are 5-23 overall and 1-16 in the Mountain West.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 22 -
‘I stripped away this caricature that I created’: Pamela Anderson on makeup, activism and gardening
The star of Baywatch and The Last Showgirl answers questions from Observer readers and famous fans including Stella McCartney, Liam Neeson, Ruby Wax and Naomi Klein. Pamela Anderson, makeup-free ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
Louisiana college student dies in off-campus event, university halts fraternity initiation activities
Caleb Wilson, a 20-year-old junior at Southern University and A&M College, died Thursday after attending an off-campus event in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.NBC News - 3d -
‘I need to survive’: rower attempting to cross Pacific activates emergency beacon off Queensland near Cyclone Alfred
Australian navy ship heading to Coral Sea after Aurimas Mockus calls for help one week out from reaching Queensland. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking ...The Guardian - 1d -
China’s factory activity growth hits 3-month high in February, as millions return to work after holidays
China has struggled to boost growth amid tepid domestic demand and a prolonged real estate downturn, leaving exports as a key driver of growth.CNBC - 12h -
Trump's birthright order to remain blocked; Pentagon to cut $50B
The Pentagon is in the cost-cutting crosshairs of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency as Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth orders officials to find $50 billion in cuts to the defense ...NBC News - Feb. 20 -
Hegseth wants massive Pentagon cuts, but many obstacles stand in his way
To come anywhere close to Hegseth’s target, the Pentagon bureaucracy will engage in yet another cut drill, with many promising programs falling on the cutting room floor while legacy activities ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Hegseth previews Pentagon staffing cuts, targets probationary employees
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the Pentagon is preparing for a hiring freeze and an “aggressive” effort to fire civilian employees as the Trump administration’s axe to the federal workforce ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Trump fires top US military officer in Pentagon shake-up
President removes CQ Brown and other senior leaders who he blames for pushing diversity, equity and inclusion policiesFinancial Times - Feb. 22 -
Pentagon to fire 5,400 probationary workers, institute hiring freeze
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed the Pentagon to come up with plans to cut 8% from the defense budget in each of the next five years, sources familiar with his plans told CBS News.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Trump Fires Joint Chiefs Chairman Amid Flurry of Dismissals at Pentagon
The decision to fire Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., a four-star fighter pilot, upends a tradition in which the Joint Chiefs chairman traditionally remains in place as administrations change.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Hegseth responds to blowback over Friday night Pentagon purge
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Sunday defended the purge of top-level military officials amid blowback to the Friday night firings. The firing of Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. CQ Brown Jr., ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
Agencies push back on Musk email, including FBI, Pentagon, State, Intel
Several federal agencies have advised employees not to respond to Elon Musk’s email demanding federal workers list five accomplishments from the past week or risk losing their jobs. The email ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
Retired general says Trump Pentagon firings 'extremely destabilizing'
Retired Gen. George Casey said Sunday that recent Pentagon firings by President Trump are “extremely destabilizing” to the military. “That’s extremely destabilizing at — at a time that’s a lot ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
Trump's No. 2 Pentagon pick won't say if Russia invaded Ukraine
Stephen Feinberg, President Trump’s pick to be deputy secretary of Defense, declined to say during his confirmation hearing on Tuesday whether Russia invaded Ukraine. In separate exchanges with ...The Hill - 6d -
Palantir’s Alex Karp Says He’s Fine With Pentagon Budget Cuts
Nevermind that Palantir’s stock price dropped and DOGE is slashing government contracts. Karp thinks his defense tech firm will thrive in a meritocracy.Inc. - 6d -
Transgender service members to be separated from military, Pentagon memo says
Transgender troops will be removed from the U.S. military unless they obtain a waiver, according to the Pentagon's memo.CBS News - 4d -
Hegseth Orders Pentagon to Stop Offensive Cyberoperations Against Russia
The defense secretary’s instructions, which were given before President Trump’s blowup with the Ukrainian president, are apparently part of an effort to draw Russia into talks on the war.The New York Times - 23h -
Trump Administration Has Fired Health Inspectors at Some Border Stations
Scientists worry that the losses may open the door to human, plant and animal diseases that would otherwise have been caught.The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
Man dies at Manchester airport after arrest by Border Force officers
Police watchdog is investigating death of 27-year-old who showed ‘unusual behaviour’ at security check. A 27-year-old man has died at Manchester airport after being arrested by Border Force ...The Guardian - Feb. 20 -
Border Patrol chief discusses asylum policy changes, possible DOGE cuts
A new administration is bringing new changes to enforcement at the U.S-Mexico border as illegal crossings drop to a five-year low. Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke to Michael Banks, the new chief of ...CBS News - Feb. 20 -
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Over 20 people are missing after local clashes at the Kenya-Ethiopia border
Kenya has deployed heavy security at its border with Ethiopia after an attack by armed men in what authorities describe as cross-border clashesABC News - Feb. 24 -
Border crossings drop as Trump weighs reviving Title 42 policy
President Trump is crediting his sweeping crackdown on immigration for a continued drop in illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo ...CBS News - 6d -
Full interview: Border Patrol chief on Trump's immigration, deportation and asylum policies
U.S. Border Patrol chief Mike Banks sat down for an exclusive interview with CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez to discuss the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, ...CBS News - 6d
