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'Keep your hands off our Social Security,' lawmakers warn amid DOGE budget cuts
As the Trump administration seeks to make massive cuts to federal spending, certain lawmakers and advocates say Social Security shouldn't be a target.CNBC - Feb. 11 -
Trump Orders Plans for ‘Large Scale’ Work Force Cuts and Expands Musk’s Power
The latest executive order by the president made clear that the billionaire’s cost-cutting team will have continuing oversight of the Civil Service.The New York Times - 6d -
My no-plastic life: I tried to cut out single-use items for a month – and it almost broke me
Sourcing fruit and veg without wrapping was hard enough, but finding an eco-friendly way to brush my teeth was its own world of pain. And as for my 6pm crisps fix – forget it. The scale of plastic ...The Guardian - 6d -
Farah Griffin: Trump 'giving himself distance' by putting Musk in charge of massive cuts
Former White House staffer Alyssa Farah Griffin said President Trump is “giving himself distance” by placing Elon Musk in charge of controversial cuts to federal spending at various agencies. ...The Hill - 6d -
Biogen beats estimates on cost cuts and new drugs like Leqembi, but profit outlook falls short
Biogen expects Leqembi and new rare disease and depression treatments to help offset revenue lost from multiple sclerosis products.CNBC - 6d -
Ratcliffe believes latest Manchester United job cuts will help club avoid going bust
Co-owner feels finances left him with little choice Action designed to make United profitable in two years Sir Jim Ratcliffe believes his decision to cut about 200 more jobs at Manchester ...The Guardian - 6d -
Oil giant Chevron to lay off thousands in bid to cut up to 20% of global workforce
No 2 US oil firm aims for $3bn in cost cuts through 2026 and seeks to simplify business after production challenges. Chevron will lay off 15-20% of its global workforce by the end of 2026, the US ...The Guardian - 6d -
The Guardian view on spending cuts: behold the grim return of slash-and-burn government | Editorial
Spending public money carefully is a virtue in itself, but running down the public sector can cause huge problems later on. Slash-and-burn government is back in vogue. Whether it is Elon Musk and ...The Guardian - 6d -
UCL Team of the Week: Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior, USMNT's Weston McKennie make cut after impressive outings
Erling Haaland features as well for his performance against Real MadridCBS Sports - 6d -
USAid cuts sow feeling of betrayal among Yazidis, 10 years after IS genocide
Figures who backed rights of religious minorities in first Trump term fall silent as vital work halted on the ground. During the first Trump administration, Mike Pence , the vice-president, ...The Guardian - 5d -
Ray Dalio to the Trump administration: Cut debt now or face an 'economic heart attack'
Dalio stressed that governments are responsible, and that leaders should make a pledge to reduce the U.S. budget deficit from 7.5% to 3% of GDP or resign.CNBC - 5d -
Ray Dalio to the Trump administration: Cut debt now or face an 'economic heart attack'
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Hedge fund titan Ray Dalio issued a fresh warning about the U.S. economy, warning of dire consequences if the Trump administration does not cut the country’s debt.NBC News - 5d -
Nearly 100K protest Belgian plans to cut social services in strategy to reduce debt
Close to 100,000 protesters have thronged the center of Brussels while airports and public transport were largely paralyzed as trade unions took their ire to the streets over drastic plans of the ...ABC News - 5d -
House GOP panel passes budget blueprint with $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, steep spending reductions
The Republican-controlled House Budget Committee voted along party lines to advance a massive budget blueprint to slash taxes and spending by trillions of dollars.NBC News - 4d -
Job Cuts Hit HR Tech Companies. Here’s What’s Next for the Job Market
HR tech starts eating its own, but there is hope for the future of work.Inc. - 4d -
CDC to lose one-tenth of workforce under Trump team probationary job cuts
Nearly 1,300 probationary employees at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — roughly one-tenth of the agency’s workforce — are being forced out under the Trump administration’s action.NBC News - 4d -
Congo reportedly asks NBA to cut ties with Rwanda, which is central to the Basketball Africa League
Kigali, Rwanda's capital, has hosted the first four BAL FinalsCBS Sports - 4d -
French group issues Valentine's Day warning that cut flowers have a variety of pesticides
Those Valentine flowers might come with a bit more than vivid colors and a nice scentABC News - 4d -
Qatari royal cannot force sale of world’s largest cut blue diamond, High Court rules
Judge dismisses claim over 70-carat ‘Idol’s Eye’ gemstone that split Gulf state’s ruling familyFinancial Times - 4d -
Trump to cut off funding for schools and universities with Covid vaccine mandates – US politics live
President signs executive order to fulfill campaign promise as administration sparks outcry with continued gutting of federal workforce. Inside Trump’s ‘unprecedented’ crackdown on US consumer ...The Guardian - 4d -
Steelers release veteran pass rusher in cost-cutting move months after acquiring him from Packers
Cutting Preston Smith saves Pittsburgh $12 million in cap spaceCBS Sports - 3d -
'Tough week on the wrist': Jordan Spieth ready for some rest after Genesis missed cut
Spieth was playing his third consecutive event after returning to the PGA Tour following wrist surgery.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Protesters target Tesla showrooms in US over Elon Musk’s government cost-cutting
Demonstrations across the US against tycoon’s ties to Trump highlight potential risks to firm’s reputation and sales. . Protesters gathered outside Tesla dealerships across the US on Saturday in ...The Guardian - 2d -
CDC 'disease detectors' among hundreds fired as Trump administration ramps up agency cuts
The Trump administration terminated hundreds of employees at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, including fellows responsible for key public health roles, sources said.NBC News - 1d -
Women are hurting after 4 years of Biden — Congress must not let Trump’s 2017 tax cuts expire
Women are already dealing with the 20 percent cost of inflation after four years of Bidenomics; we don’t need new economic sabotage shrinking incomes and spiking costs further.The Hill - 1d -
Top House Democratic super PAC targeting Republicans over proposed Medicaid cuts
A top House Democratic super PAC is targeting Republicans over their proposed cuts to Medicaid. In a release Tuesday, House Majority PAC said lower chamber Republicans have gone “full Matt Bevin” ...The Hill - 9h -
NY Democrats demand RFK Jr. restore cuts to 9/11 survivor program
New York Democratic Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand wrote a Monday letter to newly minted Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., urging him to reverse recent cuts to ...The Hill - 8h -
Bonds issued by defense contractors are being snapped up, as stocks fall on talk of spending cuts
Bond spreads have tightened in recent weeks as stocks have slumped on fears that “DOGE” will target the Pentagon.MarketWatch - 6h -
Southwest Airlines to cut 1,750 corporate positions in first nonvoluntary layoffs in its 53-year history
Southwest Airlines said it seeks to cut costs and create a leaner, more competitive company.MarketWatch - 5h -
Judge won't block Musk and DOGE from accessing data, making cuts at 7 agencies
A judge on Tuesday declined to stop Elon Musk and DOGE from accessing data systems at seven federal agencies.CBS News - 3h -
Trails, bathrooms, wait times: How National Park staffing cuts could impact your next visit
While thousands of seasonal staff are expected to be hired, the loss of other employees could make your next national park visit feel different.The Hill - 2h -
Tom Izzo ties Bob Knight for Big Ten wins record as No. 9 Michigan State storms past Oregon to stop skid
Jase Richardson's huge game was a fitting tribute to Izzo's legacy as the Spartans rallied to beat OregonCBS Sports - Feb. 8 -
Super Bowl 59: Heat's Erik Spoelstra wants Pat Riley to throw 'big ass party' if Chiefs pull off three-peat
Riley has the term 'three-peat' trademarked, so he's in line for a big payday if Kansas City beats the EaglesCBS Sports - Feb. 9 -
Los Angeles Rams 2025 NFL offseason preview: Some big questions (Cooper Kupp, Matthew Stafford?) after a division title
At least one franchise legends is on his way out. What other changes could be in store for L.A.?Yahoo Sports - 6d -
I was a evangelical Christian for 35 years – until my transgressive big sister gave me the courage to break free | Josie McSkimming
My sister Dorothy Porter was a bohemian gay poet; I was a respectable church handmaiden. But she cracked the door open for me to start seeing the world differently. Get our weekend culture and ...The Guardian - 6d -
Where to watch USC, JuJu Watkins vs. UCLA, Lauren Betts: TV channel, tip time, live stream for Big Ten duel
The No. 6 Trojans will attempt to hand the No. 1 Bruins their first loss of the seasonCBS Sports - 6d -
Victor Wembanyama Reading a Book Before the All-Star Game Isn’t a Joke. It’s a Masterclass in How to Kill Stress Before a Big Event
This neuroscience hack can help you at work, too.Inc. - 6h -
UK steel industry fears ‘devastating blow’ from Trump tariffs; Brussels vows to react; FTSE 100 hits record high – business live
US president says 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium imports to be introduced this week as Chinese tariffs come into effect. Trump to announce 25% aluminum and steel tariffs as China’s levies ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
Bill Belichick shows up to NFL honors with 24-year-old girlfriend, who gets roasted by Snoop Dogg
Their relationship is still going strong.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 7
