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Trump's controversial Cabinet and senior staff picks face uncertain future

President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks are facing an uncertain future as his selections received mixed reviews in recent days — and a handful sent shockwaves through Washington.

Ask for Angela: Staff had no clue, says pub worker

A pub worker warns failures in the Ask for Angela safety scheme could put vulnerable women at risk.

How Warriors' new blood on coaching staff already paying dividends

While the Golden State Warriors retooling their roster is getting the headlines, the revamped coaching staff is having as big of an impact on the success of the team.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago

Stealth sackings: why do employers fire staff for minor misdemeanours?

Hard line on conduct could prevent bigger lapses but may prompt claims of disguised cost savings

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

Associated Press to cut 8% of staff through layoffs and buyouts

Agency president says fewer than half of cuts should affect news division as 121 people reportedly given buyout offers. The Associated Press announced on Monday that it plans to reduce its ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Union calls Democratic party staff layoffs after record fundraising ‘callous’

Leadership accused of betraying party values after sudden announcement of layoffs without severance. The union representing workers at the Democratic National Committee (DNC) has accused the ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Why some Ohio school districts are arming teachers and staff with firearms

Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.

A Cash-Starved Russian Ally Detains Western Miners' Staff in Tax Raid

Resolute Mining agreed to pay Mali’s government $160 million, after the country’s authorities detained the Australian mining company’s chief executive and two other employees.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 9 hours ago

Streeting orders review to end 'toxic' NHS staff row

The health secretary says fears over physician associates need looking at, but laments nature of debate.

English smacking ban being considered by government

Government ministers are considering outlawing physical punishment of children, Department for Education confirms.

UK Considers New Smartphone Bans for Children

A proposed law would tighten up phone bans in schools and limit how tech companies use children’s data, but experts are unconvinced these measures would make kids safer or healthier.

Tech - Wired - October 22

Federal Ban on Fake Reviews Goes Into Effect

A Federal Trade Commission rule prohibiting the sale or purchase of online ratings is live, opening to door to lawsuits for violations.

Business - Inc. - October 22

Forest owner banned for spitting towards officials

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis was given a five-match stadium ban for spitting on the floor as the referee walked past him.

Report shows steady increase in abortions in states with bans

Since the end of Roe v. Wade in 2022, the number of women receiving abortions has increased steadily and consistently in nearly every state that has banned it, according to a new comprehensive ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

Veterans demand better payout for gay ban

Leading charities have written to the prime minister, calling the average payments "unacceptably low".

Williams, facing ban, practicing; has Lions' 'trust'

Lions receiver Jameson Williams continues to practice and be around the team as he awaits an official ruling on a possible two-game suspension from the NFL.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

U.K. Plans Disposable Vape Ban in England

The measure, which echoes plans in Scotland and Wales, aims to protect young people’s health and reduce environmental damage.

World - The New York Times - October 24

Lions WR Williams: PED ban 'complete surprise'

The NFL suspended Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams for two games for violating its PED policy.

Sports - ESPN - October 24

Warner's leadership ban lifted by Cricket Australia

David Warner's lifetime leadership ban is lifted by Cricket Australia, leaving him free to captain in domestic cricket.

The track that caused so much chaos on the dancefloor it got banned

In the early 2000s many UK clubs banned Pow! - which critics compared to Sex Pistols' God Save the Queen.

I'm open-minded on England smacking ban, says Education Secretary

Bridget Phillipson tells the BBC that legislation would not be introduced "any time soon".

Apple banned from selling iPhone 16 in Indonesia

Government says US company’s investment in the country has fallen short

Business - Financial Times - October 28

FirstFT: Twin scandals hit PwC’s Asia profits

Also in today’s newsletter, the fallout from the Madison Square Garden rally and what happened to Project 2025?

World - Financial Times - October 29

As Schools Ban Phones, More Kids Are Using Smartwatches

Many parents are unable or unwilling to send their children to school with a phone. Smartwatch use among kids is booming, but experts warn the devices could be yet another “electronic umbilical cord.”

Tech - Wired - October 29

What is Unrwa and why has Israel banned it?

The agency provides aid for Palestinians in Gaza and elsewhere, and has long been criticised by Israel.

Why Israel's UNRWA ban could be devastating for Palestinians

UNRWA, United Nations refugee agency for Palestinians, provides far more than humanitarian aid.

Interfering Yankees fans banned from Game 5

Two Yankees fans have been banned from attending Game 5 of the World Series after interfering with Dodgers star Mookie Betts in Game 4.

Sports - ESPN - October 30

15 attorneys general call for national ban on price gouging

Fifteen attorneys general called on congressional leaders to support a national ban on price gouging in a letter sent Wednesday. The letter — addressed to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

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