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Republicans want Musk to shut up about Social Security
Senate Republicans want Elon Musk to stop talking about Social Security, and the Department of Government Efficiency to leave it alone. Musk’s statement that Social Security is a “Ponzi scheme” and ...The Hill - Mar. 20 -
NY Republican slams Social Security office closure plan: 'Slap in the face'
Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) on Thursday slammed a New York Social Security office closure plan. "The decision to close the only Social Security Hearing Office in the Hudson Valley is a slap in the ...The Hill - Mar. 20 -
The watchful AI that never sleeps: Hakimo’s $10.5M bet on autonomous security
AI security startup Hakimo raises $10.5M to transform physical security with autonomous agents that monitor existing cameras 24/7, detecting threats and saving businesses $125,000 annually compared ...VentureBeat - 1d -
How Americans are spending their retirements at sea
The U.S. is seeing a surge of retirements as more than 4 million people will turn 65 this year. Some are choosing a life at sea for their golden years. CBS News' Nancy Chen has more.CBS News - Mar. 10 -
Consumer Spending Rose Weakly in February
Tepid gains after a January dropoff indicate growing caution among U.S. shoppers amid stock market plunges and DOGE job cuts.Inc. - Mar. 17 -
Rachel Reeves: I will not 'tax and spend'
In an interview with the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg, the chancellor opened up on the public finances and how she's finding the job.BBC News - Mar. 22 -
Countries can't be forced into Ukraine peace coalition - minister
The UK and France are leading efforts to set up a "coalition of the willing" to protect Ukraine.BBC News - Mar. 9 -
Mitch McConnell made our country worse
Despite his decades towering over Washington as a top GOP leader, he is now eclipsed by President Trump’s takeover of his party.The Hill - Mar. 10 -
Much of the country is bracing for the risk of severe weather
Intense storms with winds gusting up to 90 mph and hail the size of baseballs are forecast to strike a large area of the Midwest and the South on Friday, the National Weather Service warned.NBC News - Mar. 14 -
A Love Worth an Early Retirement and a Cross-Country Move
Dr. Raymond Parungao and Andrew Chen have had a bicoastal relationship for most or their 15 years together.The New York Times - Mar. 14 -
Countries hit by Trump tariffs ponder retaliation or negotiation
Canada has shown it’s possible to face down threats from WashingtonFinancial Times - Mar. 17 -
Trump Administration to Confront Countries With New Tariff ‘Number’
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent provided new details into how President Trump will roll out a sweeping and elusive tariff measure planned for April 2.The New York Times - Mar. 18 -
Map shows U.S. travel advisories by country
Questions have surfaced around the safety of traveling to the Dominican Republic and other Caribbean tourist destinations, including Turks and Caicos Islands.CBS News - Mar. 18 -
One country is celebrating the 'world's ugliest animal'
The blobfish, a deep-sea creature that has been described as the world’s ugliest animal, was named New Zealand’s Fish of the Year.NBC News - Mar. 19 -
Finland named as happiest country for eighth year
Access to nature and a strong welfare system are cited as factors as Nordic nations dominate the rankings.BBC News - Mar. 20 -
Why European countries are revising US travel guidance
Germany, the UK, Denmark, and Finland have updated their travel advisories for the US due to the Trump administration's immigration enforcement crackdown, with warnings for transgender and ...The Hill - Mar. 21 -
Trump administration to cut vaccine aid to developing countries
Administration plans to end funding to Gavi, a global health organization that helps provide life-saving care for children. The Trump administration is planning to end funding for Gavi, a global ...The Guardian - 2d -
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries
A 281-page spreadsheet obtained by The Times lists the Trump administration’s plans for thousands of foreign aid programs.The New York Times - 2d -
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries
A 281-page spreadsheet obtained by The Times lists the Trump administration’s plans for thousands of foreign aid programs.The New York Times - 2d -
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries
A 281-page spreadsheet obtained by The Times lists the Trump administration’s plans for thousands of foreign aid programs.The New York Times - 2d -
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries
A 281-page spreadsheet obtained by The Times lists the Trump administration’s plans for thousands of foreign aid programs.The New York Times - 2d -
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries
A 281-page spreadsheet obtained by The Times lists the Trump administration’s plans for thousands of foreign aid programs.The New York Times - 2d -
Only seven countries worldwide meet WHO dirty air guidelines, study shows
Annual survey by IQAir based on toxic PM2.5 particles reveals some progress in pollution levels in India and China. Nearly every country on Earth has dirtier air than doctors recommend breathing, ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
Syrian leader signs constitution that puts the country under an Islamist group's rule for 5 years
Syria’s interim president has signed a temporary constitution that leaves the country under Islamist rule for five years during a transitional phaseABC News - Mar. 13 -
Texas high school soccer: Big Country’s area round UIL playoff matchups (March 24-25)
Find out when, where and who the Big Country's best boys and girls Texas high school soccer squads will take on in the area round of the UIL playoffs.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Knoxville-area batting cage biz hits a home run on 10BEST awards for best in the country
Looking for a little batting practice? Here's where to find one of the best batting cages in the country, according to the USA TODAY 10BEST awards.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Here's what to know about Social Security's new overpayment rule
The policy could lead to hardship for some elderly Americans, Social Security advocates say. Here's what to know.CBS News - Mar. 10 -
Social Security to curtail some toll-free phone services
Social Security will no longer let people change bank information by phone, alleging the practice is behind direct deposit fraud.CBS News - Mar. 13 -
Social Security says it will no longer accept bank changes over the phone
Those who need to change their direct deposit information with Social Security will have to do it online or in-person.The Hill - Mar. 14 -
Here’s how many ‘dead people’ really collect Social Security
Less than one-third of 1% are erroneously reported deaths that need to be corrected, according to the Social Security AdministrationMarketWatch - Mar. 17 -
Here’s how many Social Security workers are taking a buyout — so far
The Social Security Administration announced earlier this year it intended to cut its 57,000-person workforce by about 12%.MarketWatch - Mar. 18 -
Social Security Administration to emphasize in-person office visits to curb identity fraud
New identity proofing procedures to be implemented by the Social Security Administration will require more individuals to visit the agency's offices in person.CNBC - Mar. 19 -
UK cyber security watchdog warns on future risk of quantum computer hacking
National Cyber Security Centre urges businesses to migrate to stronger encryption methods by 2035Financial Times - Mar. 20 -
Released JFK files reveal Social Security numbers of former staffers
The Social Security numbers of at least two former congressional staffers were revealed by this week's release of declassified JFK records.ABC News - Mar. 20 -
Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris lose security clearance after Trump order
The US president also confirmed he was revoking the security clearance of Joe Biden and "any other member" of the Biden family.BBC News - 6d -
Who is Frank Bisignano, Trump's nominee to oversee Social Security?
President Trump's nominee to head the Social Security Administration told lawmakers in a Senate hearing he hasn't considered privatizing it.CBS News - 3d -
Social Security chief nominee vows to run agency "in the right fashion"
President Trump's nominee to oversee the Social Security Administration faced lawmakers' questions about his plans for the retirement program.CBS News - 3d -
Social Security chief nominee vows to run agency "in the right fashion"
President Trump's nominee to oversee the Social Security Administration faced lawmakers' questions about his plans for the retirement program.CBS News - 3d -
Who is Frank Bisignano, Trump's nominee to oversee Social Security?
President Trump's nominee to head the Social Security Administration told lawmakers in a Senate hearing he hasn't considered privatizing it.CBS News - 3d
