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CFPB employees say Trump administration plans to 'wind down' agency
Several employees at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) said in a series of court filings Thursday that the Trump administration plans to “wind down” the agency, appearing to directly ...The Hill - 5d -
As Phase One of the Israel-Gaza Truce Winds Down, What’s Next?
Israeli forces are supposed to begin withdrawing from the Philadelphi Corridor, a sensitive border zone between Gaza and Egypt, this weekend.The New York Times - 5d -
Trump’s directives deal fatal blow to America’s offshore wind industry
Economic case looked bleak even before the president’s re-election sent a chill through sectorFinancial Times - 4d -
Blizzards, strong winds hit Midwest as East Coast prepares for storms
Six people have been killed in two states in a powerful March storm, officials said, as the severe weather system that brought blizzards to the Great Plains and high winds to the South continued to ...NBC News - 13h -
Southern Miss vs. Georgia Southern prediction, odds, time: 2025 Sun Belt Tournament picks from proven model
SportsLine's model simulated the Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Southern Miss Golden Eagles in a 2025 Sun Belt Conference Tournament second-round matchup on Wednesday 10,000 timesCBS Sports - 15h -
‘The impact has been devastating’: how USAid freeze sent shockwaves through Ethiopia
Ethiopia was the largest recipient of US aid assistance in sub-Saharan Africa before Donald Trump froze funding last month. From food and health to support for refugees and sexual abuse survivors, ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
How do I know young women are not OK? Their devastation over a doomed anglerfish | Emma Beddington
The death of one of the sea’s uglier creatures has led to an outpouring online. What is it about this unfortunate creature that has evoked such big feelings?. Here’s an unexpected addition to our ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
Yankees Part With Tradition: Facial Hair Is Now Allowed
The team is ending its longstanding policy on facial hair and will allow “well-groomed beards moving forward,” Hal Steinbrenner said.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
WorldShards generates $6.2M as part of Open Loot partnership
LowKick Games says its MMORPG WorldShards has generated millions in partnership with Open Loot.VentureBeat - 2d -
Miami targeting Duke assistant Jai Lucas to replace Jim Larrañaga as Hurricanes coach
Lucas is considered the front-runner for a job with high appeal despite going through a brutal transition this seasonCBS Sports - Feb. 23 -
Hurricanes Reportedly Offered Rantanen 'Nine Digit' Deal, Will He Be In Carolina After NHL Trade Deadline
A Sportsnet report Saturday night indicated that Carolina Hurricanes right winger, Mikko Rantanen, was considering a massive contract extension offer from the team – specifically, a financial ...Yahoo Sports - Feb. 23 -
If Jai Lucas is Miami's next coach, Duke's rout of Hurricanes offers glimpse of what's possible
Lucas had the defensive scout for Tuesday's game and played a large hand in recruiting Duke's rosterCBS Sports - Feb. 26 -
Lowe’s sees surprise sales growth amid DIY strength and post-hurricane rebuilds
Home-improvement retailer’s CEO is “prepared for anything” regarding tariffs and sees homeowners tapping into record equity to fund larger projects.MarketWatch - Feb. 26 -
Jai Lucas leads No. 2 Duke to blowout win over Miami amid reported deal to take over Hurricanes program
Jai Lucas is reportedly set to take over as Miami’s head coach next season.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 26 -
First Trump threatened to nuke hurricanes. Now he’s waging war on weather forecasters | Arwa Mahdawi
How do you stop people worrying about the climate emergency? By sacking anyone whose job it is to keep an eye on it. Chalk up another win for Project 2025. Some politicians go whichever way the ...The Guardian - 1d -
Murray State Racers square off against the Southern Illinois Salukis
Southern Illinois Salukis (12-15, 7-9 MVC) vs. Murray State Racers (13-14, 7-9 MVC) Carbondale, Illinois; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Racers -1.5; over/under is 137.5 BOTTOM ...ABC News - Feb. 19 -
Weather tracker: six cyclones swirl simultaneously in southern hemisphere
Bianca, Garance and Honde churn across Indian Ocean as Alfred, Rae and Seru spin through south-west Pacific. An uncommon meteorological event unfolded on Tuesday when six named tropical cyclones ...The Guardian - 6d -
In wake of southern California wildfires, a diverse small business community looks to rebuild
Business owners in Altadena hope to see the diverse community that their organizations thrived in rise from the ashes.CNBC - 5d -
Boats collide on river in southern China, killing at least 11 people
A small ferry was hit by an oil spill cleaning vessel on a river in southern China, state media said on Friday night, killing 11 people while five more are missingABC News - 5d -
Bethune-Cookman knocks off SWAC leader Southern, 70-69
Led by Trey Thomas' 20 points, the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats knocked off SWAC leader Southern 70-69ABC News - 4d -
Mitchell scores 19 as Jackson State downs Texas Southern 67-52
Led by Jayme Mitchell's 19 points, the Jackson State Tigers defeated the Texas Southern Tigers 67-52ABC News - 4d -
L.A. County Sues Southern California Edison over Eaton Fire
The county says electrical equipment owned by the electric utility is to blame for the blaze that killed 17 people and destroyed 9,400 buildings.The New York Times - 14h -
Big Ten men’s Bracketology: Michigan State surges as regular season winds down
Tom Izzo’s club is rounding into form at the perfect time.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24 -
DOGE plans to wind down consumer protection agency and fire nearly all staff, employees say
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Trump-appointed leadership plans to fire nearly all its 1,700 employees while “winding down” the agency, according to testimony from employees.NBC News - 5d -
Trump administration, Musk’s DOGE plan to fire nearly all CFPB staff and wind down agency, employees say
Employees testified that CFPB leaders and Elon Musk's DOGE want to wind down the agency to five employees, the minimum required under law.CNBC - 5d -
Video shows Princess Cruises ship tilting in high winds, injuring 16 and emptying pools
A Princess Cruises ship hit rough waters in New Zealand last week, dramatically tilting the ship and leaving 16 people with minor injuries.NBC News - 2d -
Thunderstorms and strong winds hit New Orleans' Mardi Gras plans as severe weather affects millions
Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans could be cancelled as severe storms rumble through the South, bringing strong winds and the threat of tornadoes on Tuesday.NBC News - 1d -
Late Night Laughs at DOGE’s Work Force Demand
“It’s like the government is being run by BuzzFeed,” Jimmy Kimmel said on Monday about Elon Musk’s work-tracking request to federal employees.The New York Times - Feb. 25 -
Inside a gallery that remembers the forced Japanese internment
It's been 83 years since President Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066 that authorized the forced internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. A new exhibit shows the importance of ...CBS News - 4d -
Shakira tour forces Monterrey to move CCC game
Shakira's Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran world tour is making waves beyond the music industry, forcing Monterrey's Rayados to relocate their CONCACAF Champions Cup last-16 tie against Vancouver Whitecaps.ESPN - 4d -
Multiple wildfires erupt in the Carolinas, force evacuations
Brush fires that erupted amid dry and windy conditions caused officials in both North and South Carolina to order evacuations Saturday.CBS News - 4d -
Afghans hiding in Pakistan live in fear of forced deportation
Pakistani officials have set a deadline to expel foreign nationals living illegally in the country.BBC News - 3d -
Multiple wildfires in North and South Carolina force evacuations
Emergency unfolds amid warnings throughout south-east over dry and windy conditions that exacerbate wildfires. Fire officials on Sunday were battling to contain the blazes ravaging North and ...The Guardian - 3d -
Wildfires erupt across the Carolinas forcing some to evacuate
A state of emergency was issued Sunday after officials say they responded to more than 175 wildfires across the Carolinas over the weekend. In some cases, residents were forced to evacuate. ...CBS News - 2d -
TKO, Saudis join forces for new boxing promotion
TKO Group, the parent company of WWE and UFC, is joining forces with the Saudi General Entertainment Authority to create a new boxing promotion, it was announced Wednesday.ESPN - 21h -
Parents angry after pupils forced to dump a GCSE
The school says children were feeling overworked but some parents have branded the change unfair.BBC News - 6h -
Why Dune: Part Two should win the best picture Oscar
Like its predecessor, Denis Villeneuve’s second instalment is a true blockbuster that harnesses the full power of the art form. It’s a beautiful film to behold. A common complaint I’ve heard about ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
Should Broadcom really buy parts of Intel? It could be ‘extremely lucrative.’
Broadcom would only be interested in Intel’s core PC- and server-chip units, Piper Sandler speculated.MarketWatch - Feb. 21 -
MSNBC cancels Joy Reid show as part of overhaul under new administration
MSNBC is canceling Joy Reid’s evening news show as part of the network’s overhaul under the new presidential administration. Reid’s final show is planned for sometime this week, a source familiar ...The Hill - Feb. 23
