USAID personnel told to stay away from DC headquarters after Elon Musk's shutdown comments

US meteorologist fired from TV station after criticizing Elon Musk salute

Sam Kuffel’s departure comes after far-right radio host slams her condemnation of X owner’s apparent Nazi salute. A Milwaukee meteorologist has been fired from her TV station after she criticized ...

The Guardian - Jan. 23

Elon Musk's father calls claims Elon made Nazi salute 'rubbish'

Errol Musk laughed and defended his son against allegations of making a Nazi salute, calling the accusation "absolute nonsense" and "rubbish."

The Hill - Jan. 23

Reddit Users Boycott X Links After Elon Musk’s Gesture at Inaugural Event

A boycott of links to Mr. Musk’s social media platform spread on Reddit this week, after he made a gesture that some likened to a Nazi salute. Others worried about censorship.

The New York Times - Jan. 22

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich ‘attacking his rehab’ after stroke, remains away from team: ‘His improvement continues’

The Spurs are in Paris this week for a pair of games against the Indiana Pacers.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 22

Reddit Users Are Not Linking to X.com After Elon Musk’s Apparent Fascist Salute

Another potential rebellion is brewing at Reddit after Trump’s tech bro in chief’s antics at Monday’s inauguration.

Inc. - Jan. 22

Elon Musk's gesture at Trump rally draws scrutiny

He made the gesture while thanking supporters for contributing to Trump's victory.

BBC News - Jan. 20

How could Elon Musk influence Donald Trump?

Several tech CEOs were present at President Trump's inauguration, including X's Elon Musk. Walter Isaacson, who has spent significant time with Musk and wrote his biography, joins CBS News with his ...

CBS News - Jan. 20

TikTok is back after shutdown. Under Trump, here’s what comes next.

The app still likely needs to find a buyer for its It’s been an eventful weekend for U.S. TikTok users, as the app went dark late on Saturday and is now back online as of midday Sunday.

MarketWatch - Jan. 20

Ulbrich returning as Falcons DC after Jets stint

Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich has been named the Falcons new defensive coordinator, returning to Atlanta where he coached as an assistant from 2015 to 2020.

ESPN - Jan. 19

Shutdown at Mexico toxic waste plant after Guardian investigation revealed pollution in nearby homes

Mexican officials ordered facility to shut down after report on very high levels of pollutants in surrounding neighborhood. Revealed: US hazardous waste is sent to Mexico – where a ‘toxic ...

The Guardian - Jan. 18

Elon Musk to speak at Trump's inauguration weekend rally

Elon Musk is among the speakers who will precede President-elect Donald Trump at his pre-inaugural rally in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, according to a source familiar with the planning.

NBC News - Jan. 17

Durbin seeks information from Patel personnel files at national security agencies

Sen. Dick Durbin (Ill.), the top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee, asked a suite of agencies that previously employed Kash Patel to turn over information on possible misconduct of ...

The Hill - Jan. 16

Source: Barça convince Araújo to stay after talks

Ronald Araújo has been convinced to stay at Barcelona after a meeting with sporting director Deco on Tuesday, a source has confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN - Jan. 15

TikTok Prepares for U.S. Shutdown From Sunday

Unless the nation’s highest court grants a reprieve, the popular social video platform will wind down on Jan. 19.

Inc. - Jan. 15

The SEC Is Suing Elon Musk. It’s All in the Timing

Less than a week before Donald Trump takes office, the SEC has filed a complaint against his most prominent benefactor.

Wired - Jan. 15

Will China Let Elon Musk Buy TikTok?

As the popular video app faces a ban in the United States, Chinese officials are said to be weighing options to save it — including a sale to the tech mogul.

The New York Times - Jan. 14

Elon Musk Is an ‘Evil Person,’ Steve Bannon Says

The comments highlighted rifts within the U.S. right wing and between two men who have been influential advisers to President-elect Donald J. Trump.

The New York Times - Jan. 13

Mapping Elon Musk’s Global Empire

From tunnels to Tesla factories to SpaceX launch facilities, there’s barely a place on Earth that doesn’t feel the gravitational pull of humanity’s wealthiest reply guy.

Wired - Jan. 13

How Elon Musk has meddled in European affairs

From bashing Keir Starmer to promoting the AfD, the X owner is not shy about intervening. A limited – at best – understanding of the continent of Europe and its component countries has not ...

The Guardian - Jan. 11

UK security officials monitor Elon Musk's posts

A Home Office team is tracking the reach and impact of posts by the tech mogul and others for security risks.

BBC News - Jan. 10

Why Elon Musk had to drop his ‘DOGE’ pledge to cut $2 trillion from the federal budget

We told you he would months ago, when he made the promise.

MarketWatch - Jan. 10

Elon Musk’s Quest for Domination Has Gone Global

Having established power over Republican politics in the US, the industrialist is now intervening in European politics—and is himself becoming a leader of the international far right.

Wired - Jan. 9

Before Elon Musk and DOGE, there was Jimmy Carter

Jimmy Carter's Inspector General Act of 1978 led to the creation of the Department of Justice's Inspector General, which has since issued reports critical of the FBI's role in the 2016 election, ...

The Hill - Jan. 9

FirstFT: Elon Musk moves against Keir Starmer

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Financial Times - Jan. 9

U.K. Special Forces Allowed to ‘Get Away with Murder’ in Afghanistan, Inquiry Told

Evidence released by an official inquiry into alleged war crimes painted a disturbing picture of an elite fighting force with a culture of impunity.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

SAS had golden pass to get away with murder, inquiry told

In a closed-door hearing, a former senior UK Special Forces officer tells a public inquiry he believes the SAS "was carrying out murders".

BBC News - Jan. 8

Jimmy Butler trade rumors: Heat receiving 'poo-poo platter' offers, Grizzlies among teams told to stay away

Butler is going to want major money this offseason, and that's scaring teams off

CBS Sports - Jan. 7

Ros Atkins on...Elon Musk's political interventions

The BBC's Analysis Editor looks at Elon Musk's involvement in politics outside the US.

BBC News - Jan. 7

Elon Musk Is Roiling European Politics

The Trump ally has flooded X with posts criticizing European politicians, causing a diplomatic conundrum for the continent’s leaders.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7

Elon Musk’s Dishonest Demagogy on Grooming Gangs

The billionaire is exploiting old atrocities to undermine his enemies.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

European leaders denounce Elon Musk's influence on the continent

Tech billionaire Elon Musk is getting wide pushback in European capitals as he tries to extend his recent political success in other countries.

NBC News - Jan. 6

Starmer hits back at Musk over comments on historic sex abuse cases

UK prime minister says ‘line has been crossed’ as Emmanuel Macron also expresses alarm about billionaire’s interventions

Financial Times - Jan. 6

U.K. prime minister condemns "lies and misinformation" after attacks from Elon Musk

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is defending his record and several other European leaders are expressing concerns about Elon Musk's involvement in their domestic politics as Musk continues to ...

CBS News - Jan. 6

U.K.’s Starmer Slams ‘Lies and Misinformation’ After Elon Musk Attacks

Without naming Mr. Musk directly, Prime Minister Keir Starmer denounced the billionaire’s spreading of falsehoods about a child sex abuse scandal.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Keir Starmer attacks those ‘spreading lies’ over child sex grooming gangs after comments from Elon Musk – UK politics live

Prime minister’s speech announcing NHS reforms derailed by questions over inflammatory claims from Elon Musk. Starmer is now summarising some of the measures in the elective reform plan.. Here is ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

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