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Trump administration reportedly warns European companies to comply with anti-DEI order
The Trump administration has reportedly sent letters to European companies asking them to comply with a U.S. executive order banning DEI initiatives.CNBC - 12h -
Trump executive order on Smithsonian targets funding for programs with 'improper ideology'
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order on the Smithsonian Institution that targets funding to programs that contain what he calls “divisive narratives” and “improper ideology.”ABC News - 3d -
Trump executive order targets the Smithsonian over 'divisive, race-centered ideology'
President Trump threatened to block funding for Smithsonian exhibitions that discuss racism and ordered the restoration of monuments taken down because of their celebration of racist figures.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
UAW's Shawn Fain slams Trump executive order targeting federal unions
UAW president Shawn Fain said Trump's order to end collective bargaining for swath of federal workers would cost 700,000 people their union contracts.CBS News - 2d -
Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Parts of Trump’s Anti-DEI Orders
A U.S. district court ruled that the Labor Department can’t require federal grant recipients and contractors to prove they aren’t running programs that run counter to recent executive edicts.Inc. - 2d -
Judges temporarily block Trump orders targeting prominent law firms
Federal judges in D.C. on Friday partially blocked two executive orders signed by President Donald Trump targeting the Jenner and Block and WilmerHale law firmsABC News - 2d -
Law Firm Skadden Arps Seeks Deal to Avert Trump Executive Order
The discussions come as President Trump has taken aim at WilmerHale, another big law firm. Other major firms are said to be trying to cut deals with the White House.The New York Times - 3d -
Law Firms Jenner & Block and WilmerHale Sue Trump Administration to Block Executive Orders
The president has targeted firms that he claims have “weaponized” the legal system. On Friday, Jenner & Block and WilmerHale fought back in court, while Mr. Trump said he’d reached a deal with ...The New York Times - 2d -
FCC Orders Investigation Into Disney’s DEI Practices
The chairman, Brendan Carr, sent a letter to the company accusing it of violating equal employment opportunity regulations.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump targets Smithsonian funding for programs with "improper ideology"
President Trump signed an executive order targeting funding for Smithsonian Institution programs that he says contain "divisive, race-centered ideology."CBS News - 2d -
Democrats Fired from F.T.C. Sue President Trump Over Dismissals
Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya, who were fired from the agency this month, accused President Trump in a lawsuit of executive overreach.The New York Times - 3d -
Governor signs ban on DEI in Ohio public colleges despite opposition by students and teachers
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Republican Gov. Mike DeWine has signed legislation to ban diversity, equity and inclusion programs and make other sweeping changes to public colleges and universities in Ohio.NBC News - 1d -
CFPB, the consumer watchdog agency, under fire by President Trump, DOGE | 60 Minutes
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a watchdog agency created to protect consumers, is under fire by President Trump and DOGE. Its new head ordered work to stop and funding to end.CBS News - 7h -
Trump admin live updates: Trump says 3rd term isn't a joke, despite term limit
President Donald Trump did not rule out seeking a third term for president when asked by NBC on Sunday, saying, “There are methods which you could do it."ABC News - 4h -
Trump Administration Extends DEI Ban to French Businesses
The policy comes in the form of a DEI questionnaire issued to French companies.Inc. - 1d -
The history of Voice of America
The Congressionally funded broadcaster is both a global information source and an American foreign policy tool. Now, with an executive order, the Trump administration silenced VOA for the first ...CBS News - 53m -
FCC chair opens investigation into Disney and ABC for DEI practices
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr has opened an inquiry into Disney and ABC's DEI programs, marking the second investigation of a major media company.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Top US law firms balk at backing Perkins’ challenge to Trump sanctions
Legal industry split over whether to join amicus brief against president’s order for fear of retaliationFinancial Times - 15h -
Judge blocks dismantling of CFPB, orders employees reinstated
The judge's order requires the Trump administration to reinstate terminated CFPB employees among other steps.ABC News - 2d -
Ron Johnson calls on John Roberts to ‘rein’ in ‘activist judges’
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) called on Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts to “rein those judges in” who have issued orders blocking parts of President Trump’s agenda. “You’ll notice the activist ...The Hill - 2h -
FDA Approved Artificial Blood Vessel Despite Warnings
The agency OK’d an artificial vessel to restore blood flow in patients, even though its own scientists flagged questionable study results and potentially fatal ruptures of the product.The New York Times - 5d -
For Perfect Wedding Day Music, Couples Give D.J.s ‘Do Not Play’ Lists
Some couples create wedding “do not play” lists, for reasons ranging from the personal to the political.The New York Times - 1d -
Suns-Rockets live updates: Phoenix tries to keep pace in play-in hunt
The Phoenix Suns host the Houston Rockets Sunday in 11th place in the West, one game out of the 10th and final play-in spot.Yahoo Sports - 4h -
An Executive Editor Who Was the Last of His Kind
When Max Frankel ascended to The Times’s top spot in 1986, he set out to respect traditions as the paper entered a period of vast transformation.The New York Times - 1d -
The Best Racing Games To Play In 2025
The best racing games have always been technical showpieces on each generation of hardware, with most console makers having their own prestigious franchise to parade around in front of the ...GameSpot - 15h -
After right thumb injury, Rockets rookie Reed Sheppard cleared to resume playing
Slightly ahead of schedule, rookie guard Reed Sheppard (right thumb avulsion fracture) is medically cleared and available to play for the Rockets.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Pension Funds Push Forward on Climate Goals Despite Backlash
At a time of resistance to environmental, social and governance goals, pension funds have become a bulwark against efforts to sideline climate risks.The New York Times - 13h -
Young stroke survivor finds passion in theater despite disability
March is brain injury awareness month, and WJZ is highlighting a Baltimore high school student who suffered a stroke at the age of 9.CBS News - 5h -
The Observer view on JD Vance: spurned in Greenland and humiliated at home, the vice-president should resign
His foolish foreign trip and the response to the Signal chat leak reflect the irresponsibility of White House team. Not for the first time, JD Vance, America’s outspoken vice-president, has made a ...The Guardian - 23h -
GOP senator says Trump ‘doesn’t bluff’ as the president says he’s ‘pissed off’ at Putin
Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) exclusively joins Meet the Press to discuss Donald Trump’s negotiating tactics as the president says he may impose secondary tariffs on Russian oil.NBC News - 14h -
UNAIDS director proposes that President Trump make an 'amazing deal' to end HIV
The head of the U.N. AIDS agency says the sudden loss of American money has been “devastating” for efforts to stop HIV and will cost many lives of the world’s most vulnerable peopleABC News - 6d -
Sidney Crosby's OT power-play goal carries Pittsburgh past Ottawa 1-0
Sidney Crosby scored a power-play goal in overtime and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Ottawa Senators 1-0 on Sunday. Crosby has eight goals and 15 points during a 10-game point streak. Crosby ...Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Alvarado has go-ahead 3-point play in the Pelicans' 98-94 win over the Hornets
Jose Alvarado had a go-ahead three-point play on a reverse layup with 31 seconds left and the New Orleans Pelicans outlasted the Charlotte Hornets 98-94 on Sunday night. With New Orleans down ...Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Super Bowl Halftime Show Complaints Focused on Lack of DEI for White People
The FCC received 125 complaints about Kendrick Lamar’s concert, according to public records obtained by WIRED, with many focusing on the lack of white performers.Wired - 3d -
In Trump era, companies are rebranding DEI efforts, not giving up
Most companies are continuing related work, but shifting the language.CNBC - 16h -
Play Connections: Sports Edition. Tackle Today’s Puzzle.
Group sports terms that share a common thread.The New York Times - 14h -
Orbán to host Netanyahu in defiance of ICC arrest order
Five-day visit to Hungary this week will be Israeli leader’s first since warrant to member of international courtFinancial Times - 17h -
Navigating Trump-Era Market Volatility: How to Invest Amid Uncertain Times
People with bond and international stock funds have held their own, despite a shaky U.S. stock market and the uncertainty and turmoil flowing from the White House.The New York Times - 2d -
Tax Tips for Those Who Haven’t Filed Their 2024 Returns
Despite the turmoil at the I.R.S., tax returns are still due on April 15. And, yes, there are still options for lowering last year’s taxable income.The New York Times - 2d -
Dodgers stay perfect with a 7-3 win over the Tigers despite Roki Sasaki's rocky start
The Los Angeles Dodgers extended their perfect start to the season with a 7-3 victory over the Detroit TigersABC News - 1d