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DOGE onslaught pushed layoff announcements to highest point since 2020
An unofficial but closely watched gauge of the labor market found February had the most layoff announcements since early in the pandemic, led by massive federal workforce cuts.NBC News - 9h -
Layoff announcements soar to the highest since 2020 as DOGE slashes federal staff
U.S. employers announced 172,017 layoffs for the month, up 245% from January and the highest monthly count since July 2020CNBC - 10h -
Unemployment claims rise to 242,000, the highest in 3 months
Figures do not include layoffs ordered by the Department of Government Efficiency. Analysts expect those to show up in coming weeks.CBS News - Feb. 27 -
Number of Americans filing for unemployment rises to 242,000, highest in 3 months
Applications for U.S. jobless benefits rose to a three-month high last week but remained within the same healthy range of the past three yearsABC News - Feb. 27 -
UK asylum claims hit highest level since 1979
More than 108,000 people claimed asylum in the UK in 2024, according to new statistics.BBC News - Feb. 27 -
Copper waiting to leave warehouses hits highest level since 2021
Traders prepare to deliver metal to US before imposition of tariffs as Trump’s plans distort mineral marketsFinancial Times - 5d -
Raiders make Crosby NFL's highest-paid non-QB
DE Maxx Crosby has agreed to a three-year, $106.5 million extension with the Raiders that makes him the highest-paid non-QB in NFL history, sources told ESPN.ESPN - 17h -
Layoffs soar to highest level since 2020, led by Musk's DOGE cuts
Job cuts spiked in February, marking their highest point since July 2020, due to firings of government workers directed by DOGE.CBS News - 9h -
Trump makes investment announcement
Watch live coverage as President Trump makes an investment announcement at the White House.NBC News - 3d -
These Books Are Absolutely Unreadable. That’s the Point.
A new exhibition at the Center for Book Arts in New York features a range of items — transistor radios, lanterns, cigarette lighters and more — designed to look like books.The New York Times - Feb. 23 -
Bengals to 'reward' Ja'Marr Chase as NFL's highest-paid non-QB, give update on Tee Higgins contract situation
Bengals exec Duke Tobin is pushing to re-sign the trio of Chase, Higgins and Trey HendricksonCBS Sports - Feb. 26 -
ElevenLabs’ new speech-to-text model Scribe is here with highest accuracy rate so far (96.7% for English)
ElevenLab's Scribe pricing makes it competitive for businesses that require high-volume transcription services with API-based integration.VentureBeat - Feb. 26 -
Saquon Barkley, Eagles reportedly agree to $41.2M extension, making him highest paid RB in NFL history
The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to a two-year, $41.2 million extension with Saquon Barkley, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history, ESPN reports.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Eagles reportedly make $41m Saquon Barkley highest-paid running back in history
28-year-old signs two-year contract extension Barkley helped Philly win Super Bowl The Philadelphia Eagles have reportedly made Saquon Barkley the highest-paid running back in NFL history ...The Guardian - 2d -
Saquon Barkley contract extension: Highest-paid RBs in NFL after Eagles star resets market for position
Barkley is the first $20 million a year running backCBS Sports - 2d -
Maxx Crosby extension: 10 highest-paid non-quarterbacks in NFL after Raiders star gets record deal
The Raiders pass rusher made history off the fieldCBS Sports - 8h -
College football's highest-paid coaches: Oregon's Dan Lanning enters top five with amended contract
The Ducks rewarded their coach with a new deal on the heels of a Big Ten title win in the 2024 seasonCBS Sports - 5h -
Balatro - Game Pass Announcement Trailer
Balatro is available on Xbox Game Pass starting today! This release comes alongside the 4th "Friends of Jimbo" update, bringing exciting new collaborations with titles like Critical Role, Bugsnax, ...GameSpot - Feb. 24 -
Pokémon Champions! | Official Announcement Trailer
Get ready to experience everything you love about Pokémon battles all in one place—in Pokémon Champions. This new, battle-focused game will feature familiar mechanics such as Pokémon types, ...GameSpot - Feb. 27 -
Microsoft announces Skype will close in May
The internet chat and phone service, which is owned by Microsoft, made the announcement on X.BBC News - 6d -
Trump announces US crypto reserve
President Trump announced Sunday that the U.S. would be creating a crypto reserve to boost the growing industry. “A U.S. Crypto Reserve will elevate this critical industry after years of corrupt ...The Hill - 4d -
UK announces £1.6bn missile deal
The PM announced "a number" of allies had signed up to his plan following the Lancaster House summit.BBC News - 4d -
Watch live: Trump investment announcement
President Trump on Monday afternoon is expected to announce that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) plans to spend $100 billion in U.S. chip manufacturing plants on Monday. The ...The Hill - 3d -
Eagles make Saquon Barkley NFL's highest-paid RB ever on two-year extension worth over $20M per year
Another big payday for Philly's star ball carrierCBS Sports - 2d -
Maxx Crosby extension: Raiders make All-Pro pass rusher highest-paid non-QB in NFL history, per report
Crosby surpasses Justin Jefferson as the highest-paid non-quarterbackCBS Sports - 1d -
Mitch McConnell announces he will not seek reelection
Longtime Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell confirmed reports he will not seek reelection next year.ABC News - Feb. 20 -
Bears announce Ben Johnson's full coaching staff
New Bears head coach Ben Johnson has assembled his full staff for the 2025 season.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20 -
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Bettman to announce 1st-round picks for 1st time
On Saturday, the NHL formally announced the draft will take place June 27-28 at L.A. Live's Peacock Theatre, confirming a report from ESPN's Greg Wyshynski in December, and commissioner Gary ...ESPN - Feb. 23 -
PM announces £200m support fund for industrial site
Sir Keir Starmer's announcement comes ahead of the refinery's planned closure this summer with the loss of more than 400 jobs.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
Trump announces Dan Bongino as Deputy FBI Director
President Trump announced Sunday that he would be choosing radio and podcast host Dan Bongino, a longtime Trump ally, as the deputy FBI director. “Great news for Law Enforcement and American ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
Apple announces $500 billion investment in U.S.
Apple has announced a $500 billion investment in the U.S. over the next four years. The company also said it will hire 20,000 additional workers in the U.S. CBS MoneyWatch Correspondent Kelly ...CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Vivek Ramaswamy announces run for Ohio governor
Former Republican presidential candidate and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy announced his run for Ohio governor. Ramaswamy previously signaled his plans to run for governor after exiting from ...NBC News - Feb. 25 -
Acting I.R.S. Commissioner Doug O’Donnell to Announce Retirement
Doug O’Donnell, a 40-year veteran of the I.R.S., was elevated last month after the last commissioner stepped down at the beginning of President Trump’s term.The New York Times - Feb. 25 -
Guardians owner Dolan, 94, dies, team announces
Lawrence J. Dolan, owner of Cleveland's major league baseball team since 2000, has died at age 94, the Guardians announced in a statement on Monday, adding that Dolan died Sunday night of natural ...ESPN - Feb. 25 -
Man Utd announce up to 200 more redundancies
Manchester United have announced plans to make up to another 200 staff redundant as part of their continuing cost-cutting measures.ESPN - Feb. 25 -
WNBA legend Diana Taurasi announces retirement
Three-time WNBA champion and two-time WNBA Finals MVP Diana Taurasi announced her retirement from professional basketball Tuesday.NBC News - Feb. 25 -
Trump Announces Inquiry That Could Lead to Tariffs on Copper
Tariffs, if they are imposed, could boost U.S. production of a valuable resource but also raise costs for automakers, construction companies and others.The New York Times - Feb. 25 -
Trump announces US ‘gold card’ visa scheme
Wealthy foreigners will be able buy ‘route to citizenship’ for $5mn, president saysFinancial Times - Feb. 26 -
WNBA All-Star Diana Taurasi announces retirement
The WNBA's all-time leading scorer, Diana Taurasi, is calling it a career after playing for 20 seasons. The 42-year-old played for the Phoenix Mercury and led the team to 3 championships. CBS ...CBS News - Feb. 26
