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Don’t eliminate USAID — fold it into State to maximize resources
The institution itself is not what’s important; it’s ensuring that these efforts overseas continue to make America safer, stronger and more prosperous.The Hill - 23h -
The inspirations behind big Netflix Games and pushing transmedia boundaries
Netflix Games did a panel on the inspirations behind big-effort games at Netflix and the shows they're based on.VentureBeat - 20h -
Mattel to lay off 120 workers in latest cost-cutting move
Mattel said the job cuts are part of an effort to save money as the company optimizes for growth.Los Angeles Times - 19h -
Trump suggests US could run Ukraine's power plants
The US president says peace efforts are "very much on track", a day after Russia's president declined to agree a full ceasefire.BBC News - 9h -
When Is Daylight Saving Time?
The twice-yearly ritual has roots in cost-cutting strategies of the late 19th century. A recent effort to end it has stalled in Congress.The New York Times - Mar. 3 -
Federal Grant Program Opens Door to Elon Musk’s Starlink
Under new rules from President Trump’s Commerce Department, a $42 billion high-speed internet effort will no longer favor fiber-optic cable.The New York Times - Mar. 6 -
DOGE's secrecy to be tested in court with sworn testimony, depositions
Over the next week, several judges have ordered top Trump administration officials to testify about efforts to reduce the size of the federal government.ABC News - Mar. 7 -
Democrats introduce bill forcing Trump administration to rehire fired veterans
Democrats want to force President Donald Trump's administration to rehire veterans who were laid off amid efforts to reshape the federal government and its workforce.ABC News - Mar. 10 -
Social Security payments scrutinized by DOGE amid search for fraud
DOGE is sifting through Social Security payments in an anti-fraud effort that has some worried the administration could deny payments to vulnerable older Americans.ABC News - Mar. 10 -
L.A. Prosecutor Says He Opposes Releasing the Menendez Brothers
Erik and Lyle Menendez still have paths to freedom. But the new district attorney is trying to roll back an effort by his predecessor to ease their punishment for killing their parents.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
How a hidden benefit of a Wells Fargo asset cap removal could save the bank billions
The bank paid $2.5 billion more in remediation efforts in 2023 than in 2018, which was a year before Charlie Scharf became CEO.CNBC - Mar. 11 -
Ukraine Supports 30-Day Cease-Fire as U.S. Says It Will Resume Military Aid
The deal announced on Tuesday delivered new momentum to efforts to halt the fighting, with the ball for any truce now in Russia’s court, said Secretary of State Marco Rubio.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Judges Are Pushing Back on Trump’s Actions. Here’s a Look at Key Rulings.
Taken as a whole, the rulings represent an effort to thwart President Trump’s serial attempts to increase his power and the executive branch’s dominion over the government.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Alibaba launches new version of AI assistant tool as competition heats up
The launch comes as its latest effort to gain an edge amid growing competition in AI application front, further intensified by the emergence of DeepSeek.CNBC - Mar. 13 -
Dr. Mehmet Oz testifies about his past health advocacy at Senate confirmation hearing
He is expected to face questions about potential cuts to Medicaid amid GOP efforts to slash the size of the federal government and his advocacy for privatizing Medicare.NBC News - 6d -
Serbia's capital Belgrade on edge ahead of a major rally testing the ruling populists
Serbia’s capital Belgrade is on edge ahead of a major rally this weekend with populist authorities of President Aleksandar Vucic ramping up efforts to dissuade people from attendingABC News - 6d -
There can be no ‘Israel exception’ for free speech | Kenneth Roth
Trump should reverse his misguided effort to deport Mahmoud Khalil. The Trump administration’s threatened deportation of Mahmoud Khalil seems to reflect a dangerous disregard for freedom of ...The Guardian - 5d -
Science Amid Chaos: What Worked During the Pandemic? What Failed?
As the coronavirus spread, researchers worldwide scrambled to find ways to keep people safe. Some efforts were misguided. Others saved millions of lives.The New York Times - 5d -
Syrian Druse Pilgrims Pay Rare Visit to Israel
As part of an effort to deepen its influence in southern Syria, Israel has been seeking stronger ties with the Druse religious minority that holds sway there.The New York Times - 4d -
Inconsistency Strikes Again For The Ottawa Charge
A recurring storyline for the Ottawa Charge since their inaugural season has been their struggle to piece together a full 60-minute effort. This game proved to be no exception.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Hundreds protest Tesla showrooms over Musk's DOGE work
Hundreds of protestors gathered outside of Tesla showrooms on Saturday to showcase their disdain for CEO Elon Musk and his work with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in an effort to ...The Hill - 4d -
Netanyahu Moves to Fire Israel’s Domestic Intelligence Chief
The Israeli prime minister’s effort to remove the Shin Bet chief is raising concerns about whether he was seeking to undermine the agency’s independence.The New York Times - 3d -
Telcos race to transition from 'dumb pipes' to tech players with help from AI
Telcos are talking up efforts to transform themselves into tech players, touting advances in AI, 5G and 6G networks, satellite internet and even smart cities.CNBC - 3d -
Some Federal Office Leases Restored After Pushback to Musk Team’s Cuts
The chaotic effort to reduce the government’s real estate portfolio is another example of the setbacks the administration has faced as officials try to carry out President Trump’s agenda.The New York Times - 3d -
Coldwater swimming team caps off season at state finals; Otto earns all-state honors
The Coldwater Cardinals enjoyed a record breaking weekend at the MHSAA state finals, an effort led by Cooper Otto, who took all-state honorsYahoo Sports - 2d -
Trump previews Putin call, including potential negotiation topics
President Donald Trump plans to speak on Tuesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid the U.S. president’s efforts to end Russia’s war in Ukraine.ABC News - 2d -
What’s Next for Mahmoud Khalil? A Fight to Keep His Case in New York.
The Trump administration’s effort to have his case heard in Louisiana could let some of America’s most conservative judges set a precedent on deportations.The New York Times - 2d -
Mississippi reports first outbreak of highly pathogenic bird flu strain in US since 2017
Mississippi state and federal officials have confirmed an outbreak of a strain of bird flu not reported in the U.S. since 2017, with quarantine and depopulation efforts already underway. In a ...The Hill - 2d -
Records show many federal workers were fired and rehired at 18 agencies
More than 24,000 federal probationary employees who worked across 18 agencies were fired as part of President Trump's efforts to reduce the size of government.CBS News - 1d -
Social Security Employees Warn of Damage From DOGE
Current and former employees, both Republican and Democratic, are raising alarms about the damage cost-cutting efforts could do to the agency’s ability to serve the public.The New York Times - 1d -
Pam Bondi Calls Tesla Vandalism ‘Domestic Terrorism,’ Promising Consequences
The attorney general echoed remarks by President Trump, as protesters against Elon Musk and his efforts to shrink the government have defaced and destroyed Tesla vehicles.The New York Times - 1d -
Israel Resumes Attacks in Gaza After Stalled Cease-Fire Talks With Hamas
While the Israeli government has stopped short of a ground invasion for now, its new strikes in Gaza seem to be an effort to force concessions from Hamas.The New York Times - 1d -
Florida Mayor Drops Threat to Evict Cinema Over Showing of ‘No Other Land’
After an emotional city meeting, the mayor of Miami Beach dropped his effort to end a theater’s lease over its showing of “No Other Land.”The New York Times - 21h -
Arizona executes man by lethal injection for 2002 murder
Aaron Gunches, who had dropped legal efforts to halt his execution, was sentenced to death for the 2002 murder of Ted Price, his girlfriend's ex-husband.CBS News - 17h -
Indiana State alumni make a gift in support of ISU women’s basketball
Indiana State University alumni Charlie and Terri Lentz have made a gift to the women’s basketball program to assist student-athletes in efforts to achieve excellence on the court and in the ...Yahoo Sports - 15h -
Trump Should Stop Iran’s Nuclear Threat With a Deal
The Trump administration should back away from threats and engage Iran in an effort to bring a diplomatic halt to its nuclear weapons capability.The New York Times - 9h -
$100 billion Arizona chips project will break dependence on China, Taiwan's president says
Taiwan’s President hailed TSMC's massive investment in Arizona as the “best model” for efforts to build supply lines for chips that don’t rely on China.NBC News - 4h -
Netanyahu Expected to Fire Shin Bet Chief Despite Protests
Israelis have been demonstrating against the move, which many see as part of an effort to reduce checks on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing government.The New York Times - 2h -
3/14: America Decides
Trump speaks on “law and order” at Justice Department; Former federal employee let go due to Musk’s efforts to downsize government shows up to work for freeCBS News - 1h -
What Pausing Strikes on Energy Sites Would Mean for Ukraine and Russia
An agreement to suspend such attacks will affect a strategy key to both countries’ efforts to weaken the other. It would also be a significant step toward de-escalation.The New York Times - 1h
