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Why Trump’s Tariffs Are Rattling Even Meta
Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, would not seem to be in the line of fire from tariffs. But President Trump’s trade actions are hitting even social networking businesses.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump admin argues judge can't order return of mistakenly deported man
Government lawyers say a federal judge has no control over Kilmar Abrego Garcia and no authority to arrange for his return.CBS News - 1d -
What Is a Student Visa? The Rights and Risks Amid Trump’s Crackdown.
Federal immigration officials are rescinding the legal status of some international students, using rarely invoked powers.The New York Times - 1d -
Gen. Timothy Haugh, head of NSA and Cyber Command, is fired
Gen. Timothy Haugh had just last week testified on Capitol Hill about the Signal leak in which a journalist had been added to a group chat with high-ranking members of the Trump administration.CBS News - 3d -
Trump’s Tariffs Are Already Reducing Car Imports and Idling Factories
A few carmakers have closed factories, laid off workers or shifted production in response to the auto tariffs that took effect last week.The New York Times - 5h -
Maryland/DC Football: Top Linebackers in 2027
Who are the top in-state football players within the Class of 2027? Maryland Varsity answers that question now!Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Maryland/DC Football: Top Middle Linebackers in 2027
Who are the top in-state football players within the Class of 2027? Maryland Varsity answers that question now!Yahoo Sports - 9h -
Inside the mine housing the federal government's retirement records, now in DOGE's spotlight
A mine in Pennsylvania is largely still how the federal government manages the documents of the 100,000 or so retirements from federal service each year.NBC News - 22h -
Stock Market Chaos Over Tariffs Could Take Toll on Economy
A big hit to portfolios would be felt acutely by higher-income Americans, whose spending has recently been the biggest driver of the economy.The New York Times - 11h -
Watch live: House Democrats speak as criticism mounts over Trump tariffs, workforce cuts
House Democratic leaders are holding a press conference Tuesday morning as criticism mounts over President Trump's tariff agenda and sweeping overhaul of the federal government. The presser follows ...The Hill - 6h -
‘Everything is political’: how film can guide us through difficult times
As Trump’s divisive second term threatens the liberties of many Americans, movies from Z to Spartacus to V for Vendetta have become more and more relevant. From its opening frame, Costa-Gavras’s ...The Guardian - 13h -
4/8: CBS Mornings Plus
President Trump threatens new tariffs on China amid rising trade tensions. Also, new studies suggest a possible link between weight loss drugs and a lower risk of dementia.CBS News - 3h -
Gas leak at Iranian coal mine kills 7 workers
A gas leak at a coal mine in northern Iran killed seven workers, three of whom were Afghanis, state media said TuesdayABC News - 11h -
The White House is using tariffs to restore manufacturing. Data suggests it will take time.
Data about Trump's tariffs suggests the U.S. economy is not ready for a wholesale shift to manufacturing, and that it would take years to ramp up production capabilities.NBC News - 4d -
Trump adviser fires back at Bill Ackman: 'Nuclear winter' talk 'completely irresponsible'
White House National Economic Council (NEC) Director Kevin Hassett said in a Monday interview that billionaire hedge fund investor Bill Ackman “should ease off the rhetoric” after he warned that ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump caused the stock market crash — Democrats must hold his feet to the fire
We’ve never before had a president so intent on simultaneously undoing our form of government and the infrastructure of our economic life.The Hill - 8h -
'Wi-Fi Keeps Going Down': Donald Trump's Return-to-Office Mandate Is Going Terribly
Dozens of federal employees tell WIRED the return-to-office order has resulted in widespread chaos, plummeting productivity, and significantly reduced services to the public.Wired - 1d -
Exclusive: Inside the limestone mine used to process federal retirements
The Office of Personnel Management handles retirement paperwork for the entire federal government out of an old limestone mine in Pennsylvania. The process is set to be overhauled by Elon Musk’s ...NBC News - 22h -
Trump, Tariffs and Carney: Canada Polls Show Liberals With Early Election Lift
The Liberal Party, which not long ago seemed destined to crash in federal elections under Justin Trudeau, is experiencing a reversal of fortune. Here’s what a close review of polls shows.The New York Times - 1d -
DC, get ready for Randy Fine: ‘Hardest right hook in the business’
“Somebody punches him, he throws the biggest haymaker that's around at his opponents,” said Florida state Sen. Joe Gruters, “and that goes for Republicans and Democrats.”Politico - 22h -
Israeli military says 15 aid workers in Gaza killed due to 'sense of threat'
The Israeli military said an initial investigation of the killing of 15 emergency workers in south Gaza showed the incident occurred “due to a sense of threat.”NBC News - 10h -
Democrats unveil legislation raising federal minimum wage to $17 an hour
Rep. Bobby Scott (D-Va.) and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) introduced the Raise the Wage Act of 2025 on Tuesday in both chambers with hopes of increasing the federal minimum wage. The bill would ...The Hill - 56m -
Father and daughter who died in caravan fire named
Lee Baker, 48, and his 10-year-old daughter Esme Baker died following the fire in Ingoldmells.BBC News - 2d -
Days of severe storms leave 18 dead as rising rivers threaten US south and midwest
Power and gas shut off in regions as flooding worsens, threatening waterlogged and badly damaged communities . After days of intense rain and wind killed at least 18 people in the US south and ...The Guardian - 2d -
Mark Cuban: Tariffs, DOGE cuts could result in 'far worse situation than 2008'
Billionaire investor Mark Cuban predicted the United States economy would be in a “far worse situation than 2008” if President Trump’s tariffs stay in place and Elon Musk’s Department of Government ...The Hill - 23h -
Apr 3: CBS News 24/7, 1pm ET
President Trump slaps minimum 10% tariffs on all U.S. trading partners; Cat reunited with homeowner months after Palisades Fire in Southern California.CBS News - 1d -
Video Shows Aid Workers Killed in Gaza Under Gunfire Barrage, With Ambulance Lights On
The U.N. has said Israel killed the workers. The video appears to contradict Israel’s version of events, which said the vehicles were “advancing suspiciously” without headlights or emergency signals.The New York Times - 3d -
Federal prosecutors lob additional counts against Sean 'Diddy' Combs in sex trafficking case
Federal prosecutors have filed additional counts of sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution against music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
China Downplays the Trade War’s Effects on Its Economy
Faced with economic disruption, Beijing is presenting itself as too powerful to succumb to U.S. pressure and casting itself as a responsible champion of fair trade.The New York Times - 1d -
NBA Nuggets fire coach Michael Malone
The Denver Nuggets fired NBA championship-winning head coach Michael Malone on Tuesday in a shock move that comes just three games away from the start of the playoffs."It is with our utmost respect ...Yahoo Sports - 39m -
Firefighters in Northern Ireland mop up after fire swept through forest
Firefighters in Northern Ireland are mopping up after a significant fire swept through forest land in the southeastern corner of the province overnightABC News - 2d -
Gaza air strikes follow heaviest rocket fire by Hamas in months
A journalist is reportedly killed in a strike at a hospital compound after 10 rockets are fired into Israel.BBC News - 1d -
Nuggets fire Michael Malone, GM in shocking moves before playoff stretch
With three games left in the regular season, the Denver Nuggets fired coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth on Tuesday.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Michael Malone's firing from the Nuggets left the NBA world in complete shock
The Denver Nuggets fired Malone just two seasons after he won a championship.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Nuggets fire coach Malone, also won't extend GM
The Nuggets, in fourth place in the West, fired coach Michael Malone and said they will not extend GM Calvin Booth's contract.ESPN - 12m -
The Nuggets tragically fired Michael Malone the same season he achieved a rare record
The timing of Michael Malone's Nuggets firing is a little too ironic.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Apr 8: CBS News 24/7, 10am ET
Stocks rebounding after wild day on Wall Street; Supreme Court lifted a federal judge's order that blocked the Trump administration from using the Alien Enemies Act to deport migrants to El Salvador.CBS News - 3h -
Justice Dept. Raises Executive Privilege to Try to Muzzle Fired Pardon Attorney
A fight over the testimony of Elizabeth G. Oyer could have a ripple effect on whether other fired Justice Department lawyers speak publicly about their experiences.The New York Times - 23h -
New and soon-to-be retirees are ‘terrified’ of market turmoil over tariffs, Sen. Schiff says
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) on Meet the Press says people have seen their “retirement savings on fire” following President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs.NBC News - 2d -
Ivan Juric out at relegated Southampton for his 2nd firing of the season
Ivan Juric was fired by Southampton on Monday after the last-placed Premier League club was relegated — marking his second sacking of the season. Simon Rusk was named Southampton's interim manager ...Yahoo Sports - 1d