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Youngkin: I have 'extraordinary empathy' for federal workers at risk of losing jobs
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) said on Monday that he has empathy for the state’s federal workers at risk of losing their jobs as a result of the Trump administration’s efforts to cut down the ...The Hill - 12h -
'I thought Rangers manager job would never come' - Ferguson
Former captain Barry Ferguson expresses surprise at being asked to take charge of Rangers until the end of the season following manager Philippe Clement's departure.BBC News - 10h -
Starbucks asks office workers to stay at home as it announces 1,100 job cuts
Corporate lay-offs are the first for coffee shop chain since 2018Financial Times - 8h -
German federal election 2025: what’s at stake?
Everything you need to know about the parties, policies and voting in Sunday’s pollsFinancial Times - 3d -
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German voters shift to the right in Sunday’s elections
Centre-right leader Friedrich Merz set to become Germany’s next chancellorFinancial Times - 1d -
What the German election result means for Europe
Also in this newsletter: Emmanuel Macron tries to woo TrumpFinancial Times - 1d -
Five key takeaways from the German election
Friedrich Merz's conservatives have won, but the vote has thrown up some fascinating stories.BBC News - 13h -
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 - 4d -
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Germany at a crossroads: the reprise of the far right – photo essay
Germany is experiencing a political shift that is alarming many citizens. The photographer Fabian Ritter has spent years documenting the rise of the far-right AfD party and more extreme groups. ...The Guardian - 3d -
The Unabashedly Provocative Youth Driving Germany’s Far Right
A new band of influencers unafraid of confrontation has helped elevate the Alternative for Germany party to second in pre-election polls.The New York Times - 1d -
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 - 1d -
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Monday Briefing: Conservatives Near Victory in Germany
Plus, a pharaoh’s tomb was unearthed.The New York Times - 1d -
The Papers: 'Zelensky offers to quit' and 'Germany turns Right'
Volodymyr Zelensky's offer to step down as president of Ukraine features heavily in Monday's papers.BBC News - 1d -
The top 10 games in the Madden NFL franchise
Not every Madden game is created equally. Here's a ranking of the best entries in the venerable franchise.ESPN - 3d -
Woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann charged with stalking
Julia Wandel allegedly sent letters, calls, WhatsApps and visited family of missing girl . A woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann has been remanded in custody after being charged with stalking ...The Guardian - 3d -
The N.F.L. Draft Has a New Consensus Top Prospect
The two-way star Travis Hunter has been surpassed in the rankings.The New York Times - 3d -
Ranking the top five portal WR classes
NC State transfer KC Concepcion is a big reason why Texas A signed the best WR class out of the transfer portal.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Who still makes the federal minimum wage of $7.25?
Some states have raised minimum wage for employees as the federal level has stayed at $7.25 an hour since 2009. The Trump administration has not signaled plans to boost the minimum wage, so what ...NBC News - 3d -
As the U.S. Exits Foreign Aid, Who Will Fill the Gap?
China could reap the soft-power advantage, but like Western governments, the country is cutting back on aid. Philanthropies say they cannot replace the United States.The New York Times - 3d -
Trump fires top general in Pentagon shake-up
The new defence secretary earlier accused Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff CQ Brown of having a "woke" focus.BBC News - 3d -
Trump shakes up top military leadership
Late Friday night, President Trump fired General Charles "C.Q." Brown, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called for the firing last year due to Brown's ...CBS News - 2d -
Top Wall Street analysts are bullish on these dividend stocks
TipRanks' analyst ranking service highlights three dividend-paying stocks, including McDonald's and Ares Capital.CNBC - 1d -
Who could steal Virginia Tech's at-large bid?
As Duke's chances of a 2-seed slip and Louisville makes a jump, let's talk potential bubble teams and those who could take the Hokies' spot.ESPN - 1d -
Wrexham top Mansfield to continue promotion push
Wrexham moved maintained their push for promotion from League 1 with a 2-1 win over Mansfield Town on Sunday.ESPN - 1d -
Top 25 rankings, play of the week and what to watch
As college baseball is in full swing, here's how the top 25 looks.ESPN - 14h -
The 25 M.L.B. Rookies Who Will Shape the 2025 Season
These prospects may be new to the big leagues, but they should still deliver plenty of value, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - 11h -
Ranking the Top 150 N.F.L. Free Agents
There are plenty of stars available, including quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers and Sam Darnold, and wide receivers Tee Higgins and Stefon Diggs.The New York Times - 11h -
Hegseth fires several top military attorneys
Major changes are happening at the Pentagon after a string of firings over the weekend. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired some of the military's top lawyers, cutting the judge advocates general ...CBS News - 5h -
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Man charged in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing to appear in Manhattan court
Luigi Mangione faces state-level murder and terrorism charges, as well as federal counts. Luigi Mangione is scheduled to appear in Manhattan state court on Friday in the 4 December killing of ...The Guardian - 3d -
Man found guilty of attempted murder in Salman Rushdie stabbing trial
Jury convicts Hadi Matar, 27, charged with trying to kill author at literary gathering in New York state in 2022. A jury on Friday afternoon convicted the man who was charged with stabbing and ...The Guardian - 3d -
Man United handed Sociedad in UEL; Spurs get AZ
Manchester United have been drawn to face Real Sociedad in the Europa League round of 16, while Tottenham Hotspur will take on AZ Alkmaar.ESPN - 2d -
Man killed intervening in knife attack on French police officers
Macron says knife attack is ‘without any doubt an act of Islamist terrorism’. A 69-year-old man who intervened when a suspected terrorist attacked police officers with a knife shouting “Allahu ...The Guardian - 2d -
Nothing has made me laugh as much as Man City's form - McCausland
Comedian and Strictly Come Dancing winner Chris McCausland shares his love for Liverpool before their Premier League match with Manchester City.BBC News - 2d -
Liverpool breezes by Man City; EPL lead up to 11
Liverpool took another step towards the Premier League title with a 2-0 win at Manchester City after talisman Mohamed Salah scored their first goal and set up Dominik Szoboszlai for the second as ...ESPN - 1d
