America Still Building

Mass federal layoffs deliver a gutting one-two punch to America's veterans

President Donald Trump’s sweeping efforts to purge the federal workforce have dealt a striking one-two punch to an already largely vulnerable population: America’s veterans.

NBC News - 5d

'Captain America' dives in second weekend, 'The Monkey' adds to Neon's successes

“Captain America: Brave New World” soared on opening weekend, but crash-landed in its second go-around with audiences

ABC News - 4d

How John Oliver became one of America's leading comedians

John Oliver used to bomb often doing stand-up comedy on stage. Now he has his own TV show, where he delivers searing, satirical takes on America.

CBS News - 3d

Weather tracker: temperatures hit record highs across South America

Rio de Janeiro reached 44C, its highest temperature for more than a decade, last Monday. While North America grappled with widespread cold and wintry conditions last week, South America – now in ...

The Guardian - 3d

'Captain America' dives in second weekend, 'The Monkey' adds to Neon's successes

“Captain America: Brave New World” soared on opening weekend, but crash-landed in its second go-around with audiences.

NBC News - 3d

Democrats need to make a compelling case to win back America

Voters have little idea what Democrats stand for, only who they stand against.

The Hill - 3d

Europe Prepares to Face Russia as Trump’s America Steps Back

Europeans are debating additional funding and contemplating troops in Ukraine as American support appears ever more at risk.

The New York Times - 3d

Telework has quietly solved one of America’s biggest employment challenges

The rise of remote work has allowed older individuals with disabilities to remain active in the labor market, contributing to a more inclusive workforce, while in-office mandates threaten to ...

The Hill - 2d

Wall Street and Silicon Valley Are Betting Big on Trump’s America

Citadel, JPMorgan and Apple are leaning into the president’s agenda.

Inc. - 2d

Trump’s Iron Dome for America system is now reportedly called Golden Dome

The initiative, established by executive order, is touted to protect US skies from attacks, much like Israel’s system. Donald Trump ’s Iron Dome for America initiative for a missile defense ...

The Guardian - 1d

Under Trump, America’s New Friends: Russia, North Korea and Belarus

When it comes to the war in Ukraine, President Trump finds common cause with the world’s outlier states and stands against traditional U.S. allies like Britain, France, Germany, Canada, Japan and ...

The New York Times - 1d

Trump’s ‘Gulf of America’ debacle is no joke – this is how authoritarians get started

The move has disturbing historical precedents, and retaliation against the Associated Press signals more restrictions to come. Last week, the Associated Press sued White House officials for ...

The Guardian - 1d

George Conway: Trump 'wants to have revenge on the United States of America'

Conservative lawyer George Conway said President Trump’s bold changes to the federal government reveal an effort to “destroy” its institutions and exact “revenge” on the country. “This is an ...

The Hill - 1d

Gulf of America or Gulf of Mexico? How Some Communities Are Responding

President Trump’s order changing the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America prompted communities along the coast to think about the basin in a way many never had before.

The New York Times - 22h

Cheekface leans into the DIY mentality that makes it 'America's local band'

The L.A.-based indie rock band dabbles in everything from ska to crabcore on its new album, 'Middle Spoon,' released on Tuesday.

Los Angeles Times - 21h

Democrat in Fox News op-ed: Trump 'making America expensive again'

Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.) went after President Trump in a Wednesday Fox News op-ed, accusing him of “making America expensive again.” “One month into his term, President Trump is making America ...

The Hill - 19h

Desi Lydic: Trump Just ‘Put a Cover Charge on America’

“It’s $5 million to get in, but he’ll waive it if you bring in three hot girls with you,” Lydic said of President Trump’s “gold card” visa idea on the “Daily Show.”

The New York Times - 11h

MapQuest trolls Trump by letting users rename 'Gulf of America'

MapQuest has entered the chat.

The Hill - 4h

Three billionaires: America’s oligarchy is now fully exposed | Robert Reich

As Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk alter US media, the connections between wealth and power are in plain sight. One of the unacknowledged advantages of the horrendous era we’ve entered is ...

The Guardian - 1h

They’ve Been Waiting Years to Go Public. They’re Still Waiting.

Some tech companies are delaying or pulling their listing plans as the Trump administration’s tariff announcements and other changes cause market volatility and uncertainty.

The New York Times - Feb. 18

Walmart’s Gloomy Sales Forecast Shows Customers Are Still Feeling the Inflation Squeeze

The company’s earnings forecast for the fiscal year fell below analysts’ expectations.

Inc. - Feb. 20

Hodgetts-Still named WBA's women's full-time manager

Siobhan Hodgetts-Still is named the first full-time head coach of West Bromwich Albion's women's team.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Mikaela Shiffrin, still finding form, struggles in return to giant slalom races

American Alpine skiing star Mikaela Shiffrin did not qualify for the second run of Saturday’s World Cup giant slalom race in Sestriere, Italy, finishing 33rd in the first run as she continues her ...

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Can we lower toxic polarization while still opposing Trump?

I am highly critical of Trump because I believe he amplifies us-versus-them hostility.

The Hill - 5d

Pope Francis' condition still 'critical,' Vatican says in latest health update

Pope Francis rested overnight in the hospital, the Vatican said earlier Sunday, adding that his night "passed peacefully."

ABC News - 3d

Pope still in critical condition on 10th day in hospital, Vatican says

Pope Francis was still in critical condition on the 10th day of his hospitalization for a complex lung infection, with early stages of kidney failure, the Vatican said.

CBS News - 3d

Browns guard Joel Bitonio still undecided on whether to play in 2025: 'It's not easy'

Bitonio has been playing through multiple injuries in recent seasons

CBS Sports - 3d

Still the 'plan' to hold budget plan vote this week, Johnson says

Politico - 3d

Domino’s earnings missed on everything. Here’s why the quarter was still a win.

Domino’s saw carryout pizza sales increase but delivery sales fall, a sign its low-income customers are still hurting the most.

MarketWatch - 2d

Can Europe still count on the US coming to its defence?

Trump has engaged Putin and hinted the US may not defend European allies, causing alarm about Nato's future.

BBC News - 1d

DOGE has a new 'acting administrator,' but Elon Musk is still in charge

Last Wednesday, President Donald Trump made it clear: Elon Musk is in charge of DOGE. But on Tuesday, Amy Gleason was named DOGE acting administrator.

NBC News - 1d

Pope Francis still in critical condition as Argentines pray for him in Rome

Pope Francis remained in critical condition as Argentines and Romans gathered in the Eternal City to pray for his recovery from double pneumonia.

CBS News - 1d

Why I’m Still Here should win the best picture Oscar

Walter Salles’s true-story drama reflects on a dark chapter from Brazil’s authoritarian past that has a chilling resonance for the world we live in today. There are many reasons Walter Salles’s ...

The Guardian - 1d

Mavericks-Lakers takeaways: Lakers win but still have work to do

For the first time since the blockbuster trade shocked the NBA, Luka Doncic and the Lakers faced the Mavericks.

ESPN - 1d

Standard Chartered still sees bitcoin hitting $500,000 despite recent selloff

Bitcoin earlier this week sank to a three-month low below $90,000 amid declines in global equity markets.

CNBC - 4h

Nvidia’s Earnings Fueled AI Bulls but Still Gave the Bears More Ammo

The AI stock saw sales surge 78 percent on huge chip demand.

Inc. - 4h

DOGE says it's now saved $65B in federal funds, but that's still impossible to verify

DOGE has updated its website to say it's slashed $65 billion in federal funding -- but they only provide records for $9.6 billion in savings from contract terminations.

ABC News - 6h