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Trump administration orders federal funding freeze on loans, grants and more aid
The freeze could have wide-ranging implications, with the White House noting that $3 trillion was spent in 2024 on federal assistance programs.CBS News - Jan. 28 -
Trump administration targets thousands of programs in funding freeze
A new memo from the Office of Management and Budget reveals the potential scope of the Trump administration's plans to freeze federal funding.Politico - Jan. 28 -
Trump’s strict foreign funding freeze sparks panic among international aid groups
Nearly 60 senior USAID employees were placed on leave.ABC News - Jan. 28 -
Trump IG firings leave in doubt future of oversight
President Trump’s mass firing of 17 inspectors general late Friday flouted the law and sparked widespread condemnation from those who see it as an effort to block oversight of his administration. ...The Hill - Jan. 28 -
'I was born in a concentration camp'
A Holocaust survivor has said her mother feared the day she gave birth would be her "last on earth".BBC News - Jan. 27 -
Trump's move to freeze Biden-approved funding draws howls from Democrats
Democrats are sounding the alarm over President Trump's move to freeze funding approved in two of President Biden's signature laws. Trump issued an executive order pausing the disbursement of funds ...The Hill - Jan. 27 -
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U.S. stock futures fall ahead of Fed meeting, key earnings week for Big Tech
U.S. stock futures sank Sunday night, ahead of a big week for Big Tech earnings and the Federal Reserve’s meeting.MarketWatch - Jan. 27 -
Report: Ryan Pressly waives no-trade clause to join the Chicago Cubs
Pressly is slated to make $14 million in the last year of his contract, and Houston could use the money it saved in the trade to upgrade its outfield.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 27 -
Rubio orders freeze of new funding for nearly all U.S. foreign aid programs
The secretary of state's order made exceptions for military aid to Israel and Egypt.CBS News - Jan. 24 -
Freezing temperatures in the southern U.S. impacts Hurricane Helene survivors
Four months after Hurricane Helene hit, survivors in North Carolina are facing a new challenge with freezing temperatures sweeping the South. Some survivors say they feel forgotten amid everything ...CBS News - Jan. 23 -
FirstFT: US rates could remain on hold for the ‘foreseeable future’
Also in today’s newsletter: Davos gloom, and Trump warns Putin to reach Ukraine ‘deal’ soonFinancial Times - Jan. 23 -
Fed to keep rates on hold for ‘foreseeable future’, Pimco says
US central bank will wait for more details of Trump’s policies before resuming cuts, says bond manager’s investment chiefFinancial Times - Jan. 23 -
Dangerous winter storm with snow and freezing temperatures sweeps across southern U.S.
Texas is one of eight states under winter storm warnings because of expected snow and freezing temperatures. Parts of the South haven't seen similar conditions in decades. CBS News' Janet Shamlian ...CBS News - Jan. 21 -
Ukraine's Zelenskyy questions the U.S.' commitment to Europe's future
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called into question the U.S.' commitment to its allies in Europe.CNBC - Jan. 21 -
Taiwan lawmakers risk alienating Trump with defence funds freeze
US president has claimed Washington is providing ‘insurance’ for TaipeiFinancial Times - Jan. 21 -
Mother of Missing U.S. Journalist Asks Syria’s New Leaders for Help
Debra Tice, whose son Austin was abducted near Damascus in 2012, said the rebel group that toppled the Assad regime promised support in helping to find him.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
Mother of missing U.S. journalist Austin Tice returns to Syria with praise for its new leaders
The mother of American journalist Austin Tice said Monday that the incoming Trump administration had offered its support in finding her son, who went missing in Syria in 2012.NBC News - Jan. 20 -
As Truce Takes Hold, Gazans and Israelis Express Elation Tinged With Doubt
After 470 days of death, a tentative cease-fire began on Sunday in Gaza. But Palestinians could not be sure that the war had ended, and Israelis fear that many hostages will still remain in Gaza.The New York Times - Jan. 19 -
Preparations urged as much of U.S. braces for arctic blast, freezing temperatures and a potent snowstorm
Preparations are underway as an arctic blast dives into the nation's interior and southern regions and pushes a snowstorm into the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast that will be followed by lethal cold.NBC News - Jan. 19 -
Oracle May Hold TikTok’s Future in Its Hands
The company is one of the app’s leading server providers, managing the data centers where billions of 40-second videos are stored.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
On a Raid With Syria’s New Security Forces
After the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, The New York Times joined a group of former rebel soldiers trying to enforce law and order in a country grappling with the ghosts of its past.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
Polar vortex set to freeze the U.S. as far as the Deep South
A deep freeze, thanks to the polar vortex dipping down from Siberia, will bring frigid temperatures to nearly 300 million Americans.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
Oil ends lower, with U.S. prices failing to hold above $80 a barrel
Oil futures settled lower on Thursday, pulling back as news of an Israel-Hamas cease-fire deal helped to ease some worries about risks to global supplies — though the agreement has reportedly hit a ...MarketWatch - Jan. 16 -
Lessons from Syria’s volatile past for its uncertain future
Syria has faced such transitions before. Unless secular, pro-democracy advocates learn from the past, we risk falling into the same traps.The Hill - Jan. 16 -
Many U.S. adults doubt Trump will be able to bring down costs
Many U.S. adults are skeptical about President-elect Donald Trump's ability to bring down costs.CBS News - Jan. 16 -
U.S.-China Rivalry Could Boost Space Startup Funding
After commercial space startups pulled in $8.6 billion in 2024, more venture capital firms are likely to make investments in new companies as Sino-Amercian tensions go orbital.Inc. - Jan. 15 -
Oil futures settle at a 5-month high as U.S. tightens sanctions on Russian oil
U.S. and global benchmark crude-oil prices settled Monday at their highest since August as investors focused on the potential supply hit from further tightening of U.S. sanctions on Russia’s oil ...MarketWatch - Jan. 13 -
ISIS Says It Inspired New Orleans Attack, but Doesn’t Claim Responsibility
The attacker who killed 14 pedestrians on Bourbon Street was “influenced by the discourse and messaging of the Islamic State,” the terrorist group said in a bulletin dated Thursday.The New York Times - Jan. 13 -
Syria's Alawites, Sect of the Assads, Fear for Their Future
They say disparate violent incidents in the past two months—including alleged extrajudicial killings and the destruction of a religious shrine—are beginning to resemble a pattern of anti-Alawite acts.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 12 -
Underhill an injury doubt for Six Nations
England flanker Sam Underhill is an injury doubt for the Six Nations after his club Bath announced he requires ankle surgery.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Winter storm brings heavy snow, freezing rain to southern U.S.
A brutal winter storm is bringing heavy snow and freezing rain to the southern and central United States. Winter storm warnings stretch from Texas to North and South Carolina. CBS News ...CBS News - Jan. 10 -
Don’t Underestimate the Enduring Power of ISIS
The terrorist attack in New Orleans serves as a grim reminder that the group is still able to transform personal crises into public tragedy.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Former Penguins Second-Round Pick Waived By Seattle
Former second-round pick and Penguins forward has struggled in 2024-25Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9 -
U.S. Funding Dispute With World Anti-Doping Agency Boils Over
After the Biden administration withheld funding to the agency, saying it had lost confidence in its ability to police elite athletes, WADA removed the United States from its board.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
USWNT host 'Futures Camp' along-side senior camp as Emma Hayes evaluates the state of America's talent pool
The two camps bring a combined 50 players together in January as Hayes looks to guide the future of the programCBS Sports - Jan. 8 -
No talk of Beal waiving no-trade clause, per agent
Suns guard Bradley Beal has not discussed waiving his no-trade clause, with his agent telling ESPN that "Bradley's total focus is on helping the Suns turn things around."ESPN - Jan. 8
