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Inside the DHS task force scouring 1.5 million foreign students' social media
The task force is looking for grounds to revoke visas of foreign students studying in the U.S.NBC News - 1d -
Trump's 'buy' tip on social media before tariffs pause made money for investors
President Donald Trump offered some financial advice on Wednesday morning that ended up making a lot of money for any lucky investor who listened to himABC News - 1d -
Feeling’s mutual: Japan ambassador’s love of UK makes him social media star
Pint at the pub, vinegar on fish and chips, and Welsh national anthem are all part of a day’s diplomacy for Hiroshi Suzuki. Hiroshi Suzuki’s connection with the UK started in the 1990s when he ...The Guardian - 36m -
‘Do you want to show strength here?’: Russia’s ads recruiting Chinese mercenaries
More than 150 Chinese nationals are fighting for Russia in Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said, recruited via videos on social media. The videos are across Chinese social media. Some are slickly ...The Guardian - 23h -
How X Is Benefiting as Musk Advises Trump
The social media platform has experienced a return in advertisers and new exposure as an official source of government news.The New York Times - 4d -
5 potential trade destinations for T.J. Watt amid Steelers contract stall
With T.J. Watt possibly teasing his exit from Pittsburgh on social media, here are five speculative landing spots if the Steelers decide to trade him.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Warren Urges S.E.C. to Investigate Trading Around Trump’s Tariff Pause
The president told his social media followers it was a “GREAT TIME TO BUY” hours before announcing a reversal on tariffs that sent markets soaring.The New York Times - 12m -
Trump ignites ‘insider trading’ accusations after global tariffs U-turn
US president posted it was ‘a great time to buy’ on social media just hours before pausing tariff impositions. Business live – latest updates Donald Trump is facing accusations of market ...The Guardian - 1d -
Life in Shanghai, China’s commercial capital, goes on but anti-US sentiment is hardening
Chinese companies are relieved Trump’s wider tariffs have been paused but on social media, posts are full of defiance. On Thursday morning in Shanghai, as shoppers filled the luxury malls and ...The Guardian - 8h -
“The Pitt” Has Found a Loyal Fanbase
The series, which wrapped up its first season, has built up a rabid following, with social media memes and fan crushes on its star, Noah Wyle.The New York Times - 4h -
“The Pitt” Has Found a Loyal Fanbase
The series, which wrapped up its first season, has built up a rabid following, with social media memes and fan crushes on its star, Noah Wyle.The New York Times - 26m -
Judges block DOJ from removing plaintiffs in Alien Enemies Act deportation case
Federal judges in New York and Texas temporarily blocked the deportations of certain Venezuelan migrants facing removal under Trump's invocation of the Alien Enemies Act.CBS News - 1d -
Cash App owner Block pays $40 million in settlement over 'serious compliance deficiencies'
New York state’s top financial regulator struck a $40 million settlement with Block Inc., the parent of Cash App, over anti-money laundering failures.NBC News - 12h -
Hackers breach Morocco's social security database in an unprecedented cyberattack
Morocco’s social security agency says troves of data were stolen from its systems during a cyberattack this week that resulted in personal information being leaked on the Telegram messaging appABC News - 19h -
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment projected to be lower in 2026, estimates find. But tariffs may change that
New government inflation data points to a lower Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2026 compared to the 2.5% increase beneficiaries saw in 2025.CNBC - 19h -
Pressuring Migrants to ‘Self-Deport,’ White House Moves to Cancel Social Security Numbers
By placing migrants in Social Security’s “death master file,” the Trump administration is seeking to cut off their access to credit cards, bank accounts and other financial services.The New York Times - 2h -
Roberts halts court orders blocking Trump firing of labor boards' members
President Trump removed Cathy Harris from the Merit Systems Protection Board and Gwynne Wilcox from the National Labor Relations Board.CBS News - 1d -
Local media praise Chelsea ace for “phenomenal” moment vs Legia Warsaw, even a team-mate applauded
Levi Colwill received praise from the Polish media after Chelsea’s 3-0 win against Legia Warsaw on Thursday night.After an all too familiar uninspiring first half performance the Blues upped their ...Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Arizona Cardinals tried trading for Calais Campbell last year
When Campbell was on the trade block in Miami last year, the Cardinals wanted to trade for him.Yahoo Sports - 10h -
Robert W. McChesney, Who Warned of Corporate Media Control, Dies at 72
In over a dozen books, he explored the failures of journalism and the internet, blaming capitalism and calling for the nationalization of Facebook and Google.The New York Times - 22h -
Social Security Rolls Back Restrictions on Filing for Benefits by Phone
The agency’s plan to curtail phone services, which was expected to send tens of thousands to its offices each week, had been widely criticized.The New York Times - 21h -
Stress about Social Security and the economy has seniors taking benefits early
Older Americans are dipping into their savings at a faster rate due to inflationMarketWatch - 12h -
Trump’s New Plan for Social Security Death List, and China’s Counterattack on Tariffs
Plus, Hollywood stunts in the spotlight.The New York Times - 3h -
Johni Broome issues statement on NBA draft after All-American season at Auburn
Broome was a consensus first-team All-American, averaging 18.6 points, 10.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 2.1 blocks on 51% shooting from the field.Yahoo Sports - 9h -
2025 WNBA Draft: Sky GM says Ariel Atkins trade had nothing to do with this year's class
A number of general managers spoke to the media Thursday in a pre-draft conference callCBS Sports - 13h -
Plurality of voters wary of CEOs' support for Trump, while a similar share say media is too critical
Last month’s national NBC News poll found a near-majority of voters see CEOs of large corporations as being too supportive of President Donald Trump, while about the same share of voters also said ...NBC News - 17h -
Detroit Lions Podcast: Bisch and Brown discuss mock drafts from the national media
Detroit Lions Podcast: Bisch and Brown break down mock draft targetsYahoo Sports - 3h -
Russian media report Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff will meet Putin for Ukraine talks – Europe live
Kremlin is also quoted as saying the pair will talk about Ukraine and ‘may discuss Putin’s meeting with Trump’. Ukrainian defence minister Rustem Umerov has offered an update on talks and ...The Guardian - 1h -
Trump administration adds immigrants to Social Security dead list to encourage self-deportation
Immigrant workers put on the list will not be able to legally hold jobs or use financial servicesMarketWatch - 12h -
China braces for strong winds, with lighter people warned they may blow away
State media is warning that people weighing less than 50kg (110lbs) may be "easily blown away".BBC News - 4h -
Egged on by his family, Devo's Mark Mothersbaugh finally opens MutMuz Gallery to the public
Devo's 'social scientist' and Hollywood composer wonders 'Why Are We Here?' in his debut art show at MutMuz Gallery in ChinatownLos Angeles Times - 3h -
Lightning strikes five students in western Japan and leaves one unconscious, reports say
Media reports say that a lightning strike in western Japan has injured five students at a school playground, including one who remains unconsciousABC News - 18h -
MLB could draw greater private equity interest as uncertainties lie ahead
MLB teams have been slowly attracting private equity investors as the league braces for potential changes to player salaries and media rights deals.CNBC - 2h -
SignalGate Is Making People Rethink Who’s in Their Group Chats
From a national security breach to The Group Chat series on TikTok, the messy dynamics of group communication are igniting questions around trust and the rules of social connection.Wired - 1d -
Slot on Salah, Bradley and ambition
Liverpool boss Arne Slot has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against West Ham (kick-off 14:00 BST). Goalkeeper Alisson Becker is available for Sunday's home game and ...Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Tindall on Howe's illness, Gordon's return and Man Utd
Newcastle United assistant manager Jason Tindall has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game at home against Manchester United (16:30 BST). Alexander Isak has trained this ...Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Interminable slow play at Masters putting off viewers and players
It was no surprise Rory McIlroy did not stop to talk to the media after posting a first-round 72 at Augusta on Thursday. Not only had the Northern Irishman just blown four shots in his final four ...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Why Trump’s Tariffs Are Rattling Even Meta
Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, would not seem to be in the line of fire from tariffs. But President Trump’s trade actions are hitting even social networking businesses.The New York Times - 6d -
Top Pro Bono Leader Resigns from Paul Weiss, a Firm Hit in Trump’s Crackdown on Big Law
Steven Banks, who once ran New York’s social services department, said he wanted to return to helping the homeless. He leaves within weeks of the elite firm striking a deal with President Trump.The New York Times - 1d -
Florida charges Trump assassination attempt suspect Ryan Routh
Florida has hit Trump assassination attempt suspect Ryan Wesley Routh with charges of attempted first-degree murder and terrorism, according to an arrest warrant. In a Thursday post on the social ...The Hill - 11h
