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Trump says the federal workforce is too big. Here's what to know.
The federal government is the nation's largest employer, yet the size of its workforce hasn't kept up with U.S. population growth, experts say.CBS News - 6d -
Trump Signs Order Targeting Federal Benefits for Migrants: What to Know
Most undocumented immigrants are ineligible for federal benefits already. But here’s what the directive could mean in practice.The New York Times - 1h -
Here Is What to Know About U.S. Foreign Aid and the Trump Freeze
Critics say a Trump administration order calls into question the United States’ global standing and reliability.The New York Times - Feb. 9 -
Trump has signed an executive order on IVF. Here's what to know
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that aims to help families hoping to expand their families through in vitro fertilization by reducing costs for the procedureABC News - 1d -
Trump, Musk's latest moves to shrink the federal workforce explained
President Trump and right-hand man Elon Musk have rolled out a series of moves to cull the federal workforce, forging ahead with numerous methods to fire employees that have already sparked legal ...The Hill - 5d -
President Trump said he spoke with Putin about ending war in Ukraine. Here's what to know.
It's been nearly three years since Russia invaded Ukraine. Now, President Trump said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to start negotiating the end of the war.CBS News - Feb. 13 -
Too few tents entering Gaza threatens the truce. Here’s what’s happening
Three weeks into the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the number of tents and temporary homes entering Gaza risks falling short of the goals set for the deal’s first phaseABC News - Feb. 12 -
The Big Idea: how do our brains know what’s real?
From seeing things to hearing voices, there’s a finer line between hallucination and reality than you might suppose. When did you last hallucinate? “The visionary tendency is much more common among ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
Trump says 'too early' to name Vance as successor
President Trump said that it’s too early to name Vice President Vance as his successor in 2028, saying that while his No. 2 is skilled, so are a number of other people who could be future leaders ...The Hill - Feb. 10 -
Hochul to Weigh Removing Mayor Eric Adams. Here’s What to Know.
After four top aides to Mayor Eric Adams resigned, calls for him to step down are growing.The New York Times - 2d -
Musk launches Grok 3 AI chatbot. Here's what to know.
Musk's xAI claims its chatbot outperforms other AI models in assertions that have not been independently verified.CBS News - 2d -
Here's what to know about a text scam demanding payment for unpaid tolls
If you've recently received a text telling you to pay an unpaid toll fee, you're not alone. The messages are likely from the latest so-called smishing scam sweeping the country. Here's what to know ...CBS News - 1d -
Fogel reflects on time in Russian prison; Trump empowers Musk to slash federal workforce
Marc Fogel, an American school teacher who was detained in Russia for more than three years, was welcomed at the White House Wednesday night where he said he's still processing his time in ...CBS News - Feb. 12 -
Trump isn’t the first president to slash the federal workforce. How he’s doing it is a different story.
President Bill Clinton slashed the size of the federal government a few decades ago, but he used a different approach than that of President Donald Trump.MarketWatch - 3h -
CDC losing tenth of workforce in purge of federal employees
CBS News has learned the mass firings ordered by President Trump across the federal government have now reached the Centers for Disease Control. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder has ...CBS News - 6d -
What to know about Elon Musk's DOGE and its latest impact on federal agencies
Katie Drummond, the global editorial director at Wired, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain what to know about the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, which is run by Elon Musk, its ...CBS News - Feb. 10 -
Oscar presenters will include Emma Stone and Cillian Murphy. Here's what to know about the show
After devastating wildfires tore through Los Angeles, the 97th Academy Awards are going forwardABC News - Feb. 5 -
Do you have enough insurance if a natural disaster strikes? Here's what to know about coverage.
Thousands of Californians who lost their homes in the devastating wildfires are learning that they're underinsured and won't get compensated for all of their losses. National consumer correspondent ...CBS News - Feb. 12 -
A far-right party is heading for its strongest result yet in Germany's election. Here's what to know
Alternative for Germany appears to be heading for its strongest national election result yet this month and is fielding its first candidate to lead the countryABC News - Feb. 13 -
Is Humana dropping your Medicare Advantage plan? Here’s what you need to know.
The cuts will mean turmoil and confusion for many beneficiaries, as well as the risk of higher premiums, fewer benefits or both.MarketWatch - 5d -
Texas measles cases are up, and New Mexico now has an outbreak. Here's what you need to know
The measles outbreak in rural West Texas has grown to 58 cases as of TuesdayABC News - 2d -
Why did the Delta plane crash and flip in Toronto? Here's what we know.
An investigation is underway into the Delta plane that crash-landed Monday in Toronto. What caused it remains to be seen, but here's what we know so far.CBS News - 1d -
A YouTuber in India is facing backlash over comments he made on a comedy show. Here's what to know
A famous YouTuber in India is facing public outrage and a police investigation after he made an allegedly obscene remark on a YouTube show last weekABC News - 18h -
Here’s what junk bonds are saying now about the value of Treasury bonds
High-yield bond holders aren’t asking for much of a premium above ultra-safe U.S. Treasurys. Time to own quality.MarketWatch - Feb. 8 -
Does an ARM loan make sense this February? Here's what experts say
Depending on your financial goals and timeline, it could be worth getting an ARM loan this month, experts say.CBS News - Feb. 12 -
Microsoft Says AI Kills Critical Thinking—Here’s What That Means for You
As more advanced artificial intelligence tools take over routine work chores, experts warn we need to keep our brains engaged with more challenging tasks.Inc. - 2d -
'Elon Musk doesn't even know my job exists,' fired federal worker says
Among the hundreds of people protesting in front of the U.S. Capitol on Monday were recently fired federal workers left devastated and uncertain by their terminations.ABC News - 3d -
Trump, the Panama Canal and China’s Role: What We Know
The canal’s two biggest ports are operated by a Hong Kong company with global reach. The Trump administration sees a Chinese threat to U.S. security.The New York Times - Feb. 7 -
Trump accelerates Guantánamo Bay migrant directive: What to know
Trump administration officials are rapidly moving forward with President Trump’s directive to turn Guantánamo Bay into a facility that could hold up to 30,000 migrants who are being deported from ...The Hill - Feb. 9 -
What to know about Trump plan to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports
President Trump says that new 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports will be announced Monday. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.CBS News - Feb. 10 -
What to know about the possibility of Trump serving a third term
Murmurs from President Trump and his allies have stirred up questions of the incumbent possibly seeking a third term in office, even as he’s currently constitutionally barred from doing so. Trump ...The Hill - Feb. 10 -
What we know about Trump's steel and aluminum tariffs
President Trump signed a proclamation Monday imposing 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum goods coming into the U.S. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has the details.CBS News - Feb. 10 -
What to know about Trump's ultimatum for Hamas about hostages
President Trump is demanding Hamas release all of its remaining hostages from Gaza by this weekend or "all hell with break out." CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest ...CBS News - Feb. 11 -
What to know about Trump's meeting with Jordan's King Abdullah II
President Trump met with Jordan's King Abdullah II and reiterated his intention to displace around two million Palestinians so that the Gaza Strip can be developed. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.CBS News - Feb. 11 -
What to Know About the Anti-Bribery Law Trump Is Targeting
Federal prosecutors and securities regulators have gone after large companies for violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, which prohibits them from bribing foreign officials.The New York Times - Feb. 12 -
Healthy Returns: What to know about Trump's NIH funding cuts
Here's what to know about Donald Trump’s NIH funding cuts. Americans are struggling with rising costs and high anxiety around reproductive care, a report says.CNBC - Feb. 12 -
What to know about Trump's executive order on foreign bribery practices
President Trump is pausing a federal law that criminalized foreign bribery practices among U.S. citizens and businesses. CBS News contributor Sam Vinograd has more.CBS News - Feb. 12