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Judge extends block on firing head of whistleblower protection office by three days
A federal judge on Wednesday extended an order barring President Trump from firing the head of an office designed to protect government whistleblowers by three days as she weighs further relief. ...The Hill - 16h -
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 - 15h -
Fired USAid workers and HIV activists hold ‘die-in’ to protest Trump and Musk
Dozens of demonstrators lie down in government office building to warn against dismantling foreign aid agency. Fired USAid employees and advocates for people with HIV staged a protest in a ...The Guardian - 15h -
DOJ doubles down on Supreme Court intervening in Trump firing case
The Justice Department doubled down on its demand that the Supreme Court step in to greenlight President Trump’s firing of a government whistleblower office head, warning in a Wednesday letter that ...The Hill - 13h -
How Walmart won over wealthy shoppers
The discounter has gained traction with upper-income shoppers with a larger online assortment and faster online options, like home deliveries.CNBC - 6d -
Rickelton stars in South Africa win over Afghanistan
Ryan Rickelton scores his maiden one-day international century as South Africa claim a comfortable 107-run win over Afghanistan in the Champions Trophy.BBC News - 5d -
Madrid appeal over Bellingham ban dismissed
The Appeals Committee of the Spanish Football Federation on Friday dismissed Real Madrid's appeal against Jude Bellingham's two-match ban.ESPN - 5d -
Woman in court over McCann family stalking charges
Julia Wandel, 23, had claimed she was the missing child prior to her arrest at Bristol Airport.BBC News - 5d -
Move over H5N1: The next pandemic is already here
The widespread use of antibiotics in industrial animal agriculture is contributing to the rise of antibiotic resistance, with over 35,000 Americans expected to die this year from a preventable ...The Hill - 5d -
A New, Trendy Move Is Taking Over the N.B.A.
Nearly every young perimeter player is feverishly working on adding the “Euro stop” to his game.The New York Times - 5d -
AP sues over White House access restrictions
The Associated Press sued White House officials Friday for restricting the wire service’s access to the Oval Office and Air Force One over its refusal to use “Gulf of America” in its AP Stylebook. ...The Hill - 5d -
Sacred Heart wins 60-59 over Merrimack
Led by Anquan Hill's 17 points, the Sacred Heart Pioneers defeated the Merrimack Warriors 60-59ABC News - 5d -
Defense Department to Cut Over 5,000 Workers
The firings are the first of what is expected to be a vast wave of layoffs by the Pentagon.The New York Times - 5d -
Iona earns 65-60 victory over Manhattan
Led by Dejour Reaves' 18 points, the Iona Gaels defeated the Manhattan Jaspers 65-60ABC News - 5d -
Three arrested over man's 2002 disappearance
Northumbria Police says it has arrested two men and a woman on suspicion of murder.BBC News - 4d -
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Rashford, Asensio inspire Villa to win over Chelsea
Aston Villa's Marco Asensio bagged a brace and fellow newcomer Marcus Rashford had two assists as their side roared back from a goal down to beat Chelsea 2-1.ESPN - 4d -
Kohli guides India to comfortable win over Pakistan
Virat Kohli hits an unbeaten century as India beat Pakistan by five wickets in the Champions Trophy.BBC News - 3d -
Trump, Again, Chooses Loyalty Over Leadership
The firing of the nation’s top military officer is the latest example of the president prioritizing fealty over sound policy and expertise.The New York Times - 3d -
Murkowski knocks Musk over ‘absurd weekend email’
Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) slammed Elon Musk over an “absurd weekend email” sent to federal employees requiring they send the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) a list of what they ...The Hill - 3d -
GOP scrambles to win over moderates on budget resolution
Senate passage of a budget resolution designed to execute large parts of President Trump’s policy agenda throws the ball back to the House, where GOP leaders are hoping to move swiftly on ...The Hill - 3d -
Alarm over Musk's latest demands for federal employees
Elon Musk posted on social media about federal workers having to document their work or risk losing their jobs. This comes as more details emerge about USAID worker firings and as Musk persists on ...CBS News - 2d -
Europe and US clash over Ukraine in G7 and UN
EU and Trump administration differ over blaming Russia in rival draft resolutionsFinancial Times - 2d -
Deadline looms for federal workers over Musk’s demand
President Trump praised Elon Musk’s demand for federal workers to outline in an email what they accomplished last week – or face dismissal. But there is also confusion after the Trump ...NBC News - 2d -
The Russian over-50s fighting and dying in Ukraine
Grandfathers are among contract soldiers being killed on the front line, data showsFinancial Times - 2d -
Tuchel holds talks with White over England future
England head coach Thomas Tuchel holds talks with Arsenal defender Ben White ahead of naming his first squad next month.BBC News - 2d -
Leadership fallout over California wildfire preparedness
Questions are mounting regarding accountability over a lack of preparedness for the L.A. wildfires as the city's leaders face backlash over recent administrative moves.CBS News - 1d -
21 federal employees resign in protest over DOGE
Twenty-one employees at Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency resigned Tuesday, saying in a letter sent to White House chief of staff Susie Wiles that they "will not lend our expertise to ...CBS News - 1d -
Fenerbahce hit back over Mourinho racism claim
Fenerbahce have rejected Galatasaray's accusation that Jose Mourinho made racist statements following Monday's league derby.ESPN - 1d -
Federal workers in limbo over DOGE cuts
Federal workers are criticizing layoffs by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. 80 percent of the federal workforce is outside of Washington. Meanwhile, Musk is defending his directive ...NBC News - 1d -
Musk business entanglements loom over CFPB siege
Elon Musk’s plans to add payment services to X, his social media platform, are looming large over the Trump administration’s push to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), The ...The Hill - 1d -
Starmer and Badenoch clash over defence spending
The prime minister announced the UK will reallocate aid funds to boost military spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027.BBC News - 23h -
Luka on first game against Mavs: 'Glad it's over'
Luka Doncic sounded more relieved than triumphant after leading the Lakers to a win in his first meeting against his former team.ESPN - 19h -
Reports: UNO hoops bans over gambling probe
Four New Orleans players who have been suspended since late January are under investigation for possible NCAA violations related to sports gambling, according to multiple reports.ESPN - 15h -
Watch: Michelle Trachtenberg on the red carpet over the years
The actress, best known for her roles in the TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl, has died aged 39.BBC News - 14h -
Pope’s Illness Is Surrounded by Intrigue Over Possible Resignation
A secret meeting, and echoes of Benedict’s exit, have heightened talk that Francis could resign, too. But the possibility is anyone’s guess.The New York Times - 13h -
Real Madrid match paused over Asencio chants
Real Madrid's Copa del Rey game at Real Sociedad was briefly suspended Wednesday, following chants from the crowd aimed at Madrid defender Raúl Asencio.ESPN - 1h -
As Israel uses US-made AI models in war, concerns arise about tech’s role in who lives and who dies
U.S. tech giants have quietly empowered Israel to track and kill many more alleged militants more quickly in Gaza and Lebanon through a sharp spike in artificial intelligence and computing servicesABC News - Feb. 18 -
Roki Sasaki's first live batting practice draws a crowd at Dodgers camp: 'Everybody's excited to watch it'
The Japanese phenom threw 27 pitches across two simulated innings on Wednesday at spring training.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20 -
Live Nation expects a big 2025, boosted by stadium shows, but sees some bumps in the first quarter
Live Nation Entertainment Inc. reported a dip in fourth-quarter sales Thursday, but that figure still came in above expectations, and the Ticketmaster parent said it expected bigger gains this year ...MarketWatch - 6d