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Next Likely Chancellor Promises a Tougher Germany
Friedrich Merz, whose conservative party is ahead in polls before Sunday’s election, sees an “epochal rupture” with a United States that is more aligned with Russia.The New York Times - 6d -
Bruins' Lindholm (knee) likely out for rest of year
Bruins defenseman Hampus Lindholm will need another surgery on his injured knee and is unlikely to return this year, general manager Don Sweeney said.ESPN - 3d -
Sources: Vitor Roque loan to Palmeiras likely off
Vitor Roque's transfer from Barcelona to Palmeiras is set to fall through due to the Royal Spanish Football Federation's [RFEF] regulations which prevent Real Betis cutting his loan short, various ...ESPN - 1d -
Gold £4.8m toilet raid 'sounded like explosion'
Three men are standing trial over the theft of a gold toilet which had been part of an exhibition.BBC News - 4h -
Government finances in surplus but pressure builds on Reeves
Chancellor faces a rising challenge to keep her tax and spending plans on track after missing forecasts.BBC News - 5d -
DOGE Sparks Surveillance Fear Across the US Government
The US government has increased the use of monitoring tools over the past decade. But President Donald Trump’s employee purges are making workers worry about how their data could be abused.Wired - 5d -
Why Republicans are at odds about how to fund the government
The Republican-controlled Senate adopted a $340 billion budget blueprint. Next week, the GOP-led House will advance its own proposal. There are some differences in strategy, and President Trump ...CBS News - 4d -
China government spending on citizens lags economic peers
Relatively low expenditure that directly supports individual consumption could undermine growth effortsFinancial Times - 3d -
Germany has voted. But what kind of government will it have?
The country faces weeks or even months of coalition negotiations after no party won a majority. It has been a extraordinary election in Germany, and the result has been keenly awaited around the ...The Guardian - 3d -
How will Germany’s Merz build his coalition government?
CDU leader has vowed to seal negotiations with the Social Democrats by AprilFinancial Times - 1d -
Moving fast and breaking things doesn't work in government
Breaking a social media company is not like dismantling the infrastructure, social programs or oversight mechanisms of one of the largest and most powerful countries in the world.The Hill - 1d -
Elon Musk's approach to government spending sparks debate
As head of the Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk has taken an aggressive approach to budget cuts. Economist Oren Cass weighs in on whether this strategy is reform or reckless ...CBS News - 1d -
DOGE Is Working on Software That Automates the Firing of Government Workers
Operatives working for Elon Musk’s DOGE appear to be editing the code of AutoRIF—software designed by the Defense Department that could assist in mass firings of federal workers, sources tell WIRED.Wired - 1d -
How the Wayback Machine is preserving outdated government websites
The Wayback Machine is helping preserve the record of government websites before they were changed by the Trump administration. CBS News Confirmed's Rhona Tarrant reports.CBS News - 1d -
It’s the Kemi delusion: the more the Tories run towards Reform, the more their voters will run to the Lib Dems | John Harris
The genius of UK Conservatism used to be how it responded to chaos using the balm of tradition. Secondhand Trumpism will only alienate its voters further. What times these are. As Donald Trump’s ...The Guardian - 3d -
The moment I knew: I thought I was too cool for love. My rock idol knew better | Trent Dalton
Trent Dalton had a crush on his sophisticated colleague Fiona. The lead singer of his favourite band helped him find the words to tell her. Find more stories from The moment I knew series ...The Guardian - 4d -
Emotionally Intelligent People Use a Brilliant 5-Word Question to Think Clearly and Make Better Decisions
Truly successful people know that the key to clear thinking isn’t taking emotions out of the picture: It’s balancing emotions with logic effectively.Inc. - 3d -
Asus Announces Fragrance Mouse That Probably Smells Better Than Your Sweat-Soaked One
Asus has announced a new mouse, and while it looks like a casual device that'll appeal to any cottagecore enthusiast with its soft pastel colors, it does have a neat trick up its proverbial sleeve ...GameSpot - 2d -
NFL Combine preview: Is Travis Hunter a better WR or CB? + Jim Harbaugh interview | Football 301
The guys are at the NFL Combine in Indy talking about the prospects they'll have their eyes on this week. Then, Nate sits down with Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh to talk about Justin Herbert.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
California Bill Seeks Age Minimum on Anti-Aging Skin Care Products
Revamped legislation would require anyone purchasing the products to provide proof that they are 18 or older.The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
Ecuador will seek foreign military aid to combat drug cartels as violence surges
The government of Ecuador has taken another step in its effort to gain help from foreign military forces to combat drug cartels and various organized crime groupsABC News - 6d -
McConnell announces he will not seek re-election in Senate floor speech
Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., marked his 83rd birthday on the Senate floor as he announced that he will not be seeking re-election to Congress in 2026.NBC News - 6d -
Hochul to Seek New Oversight, but Won’t Remove Adams for Now
Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York announced that she will not remove Mayor Eric Adams at this time but will seek to increase state supervision of New York City’s affairs.The New York Times - 5d -
Navy seeks new generation of skilled workers to ramp up submarine production
While the president is cutting jobs, a search is on for a new generation of workers to build nuclear submarines. The Navy has ordered 29 nuclear subs, and the company that makes them has school ...CBS News - 5d -
Europe seeks to replace imported Russian fertilisers with local manure
Commission expected to approve greater use of Renure, a product based on dung, to lower costs and boost efficiencyFinancial Times - 5d -
UK’s development investment arm spent £7mn on business class flights
Criticism of agency’s travel costs and big pay rises comes as pressure grows on aid budgetFinancial Times - 5d -
What Do the Mass IRS Layoffs Mean for Your Business Tax Filings?
The IRS just laid off at least 6,000 employees, which could lead to slower processing times–or lax enforcement.Inc. - 5d -
Musician seeks help to recover ancient violin stolen in pub
The instrument is worth a six-figure sum but also holds a lot of emotional value.BBC News - 5d -
Is Xi’s Sudden Embrace of Business for Real? China Is Left Guessing.
The uncertain reaction to Xi Jinping’s display of warmth made sense: Executives are eager for a reset after years in the cold but ever wary of meddling.The New York Times - 4d -
Emboldened Kremlin Steps Up Efforts to Seize Businesses in Russia
The legal onslaught on Moscow’s second-largest airport has been seen as part of the Kremlin’s wartime drive to seize control of key assets still in private hands.The New York Times - 4d -
The New York Yankees’ repeal of their facial hair policy is simply business
Ending their decades-long ban on facial hair and bringing beards back to the Bronx had to be done to prop up New York’s declining competitive advantage. One of the last vestiges of George ...The Guardian - 4d -
How these Black-owned businesses are keeping Atlanta trailblazer's legacy alive
Black-owned business leaders in Atlanta are finding creative ways to infuse culture and history into their inviting spaces.CBS News - 4d -
Buffett seeks to reassure shareholders over record cash pile
Billionaire investor trimmed equity portfolio and put money in Treasury billsFinancial Times - 4d -
Brookfield buys National Grid’s renewables business in US for $1.7bn
Asset manager upbeat on sector despite Donald Trump’s anti-green agendaFinancial Times - 2d -
Why American Businesses Aren’t Raring to Get Back Into Russia
The White House promised “incredible opportunities” if Moscow ended the war in Ukraine. But Russia’s economy is struggling and the business environment is unpredictable.The New York Times - 2d -
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Vintage Clothing Fanatics Are Seeking Out Ultra-Distressed Pieces
So-called thrashed clothes — garments resembling something closer to rags — are coveted by vintage fanatics.The New York Times - 2d -
These are the 2025 CNBC Changemakers: See the full list of women transforming business
CNBC reveals the 2025 Changemakers list, an annual list spotlighting women whose accomplishments have left an indelible mark on the business world.CNBC - 2d -
Joann closing all of its remaining stores and going out of business
Fabric and crafts retailer Joan is closing all of its remaining stores after failing to find a buyer that would keep them open.CBS News - 1d -
New York lieutenant governor says he will not seek reelection
New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado said on Monday he would not run for reelection with Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026 but said he would explore other options to represent New York in state government. “I ...The Hill - 1d
