DOGE Plans to Rebuild SSA Code Base in Months, Risking Benefits and System Collapse

Social Security systems contain tens of millions of lines of code written in COBOL, an archaic programming language. Safely rewriting that code would take years—DOGE wants it done in months.

Wired - 2d

We Mapped DOGE’s Silicon Valley and Corporate Connections

If Elon Musk is America's CEO, DOGE is the Silicon Valley executive branch.

Wired - 2d

How DOGE Is Changing the Process for SBA Loans

Elon Musk’s DOGE recently announced that the SBA will be placing new age requirements on business loans amid sweeping staffing cuts.

Inc. - 16h

Elon Musk says xAI has acquired X in deal that values social media site at $33 billion

In a social media post on Friday, Elon Musk said his startup xAI has acquired his social media company X.

CNBC - 4h

DOGE Was Created to Save the Government Money. It May End Up Costing Billions Instead

DOGE reports it has saved $130 billion, but between lost tax income and severance costs, the unit may wind up costing the U.S.

Inc. - 1d

Finding health advice on social media is easier than knowing which claims to trust

In the corners of social media dominated by wellness content, influencers recommend an assortment of treatments and products to support weight loss, fight exhaustion or promote other desired health ...

ABC News - Mar. 22

CFPB, the consumer watchdog agency, under fire by President Trump, DOGE | 60 Minutes

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a watchdog agency created to protect consumers, is under fire by President Trump and DOGE. Its new head ordered work to stop and funding to end.

CBS News - 5h

"Buena Vista Social Club" serenades Broadway

In 1996, a group of elderly, mostly forgotten Cuban musicians recorded an album that became a critical and commercial phenomenon worldwide. Now, the Grammy Award-winning album has inspired a ...

CBS News - Mar. 10

Power Rankings: Latest updated poll, plus each team's strength of schedule

As the playoff field solidifies, here's how our panel voted, along with each team's slate through April 17.

ESPN - 5h

Final Four should be an all-timer: Stunning metrics make these teams special

Ken Pomeroy's numbers didn’t just have Duke, Houston, Florida and Auburn as the nation's best teams; it had them ahead of the pack by a wide margin.

Yahoo Sports - 51m

Why this Michigan State basketball team was so special to Tom Izzo

Michigan State coach Tom Izzo said he wasn't sure if he's ever been more proud of a team, that this sqaud "gave me everything they had."

Yahoo Sports - 44m

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle calls OKC Thunder the 'best team on the planet right now'

Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle calls Oklahoma City Thunder the 'best team on the planet right now.'

Yahoo Sports - 3h

Musk’s xAI Buys Social Media Platform X for $45 Billion

Elon Musk said on X that ‘xAI and X’s futures are intertwined.’ He bought Twitter for $44 billion in 2022.

Inc. - 2d

Experts say US weather forecasts will worsen as DOGE cuts balloon launches

With massive job cuts, the National Weather Service is reducing vital weather balloon launches in eight northern locations

ABC News - Mar. 22

DOGE efforts should be counted alongside megabill’s cost-cutting, Thune says

Politico - 5d

What Each N.F.L. Team’s Draft Hat Pin Means

The embellishment is meant to highlight a bit of local flavor, but some are more recognizable than others.

The New York Times - 12h

JuJu Watkins Isn’t on the Court, but She’s Still Inspiring This U.S.C. Team

The Trojans are a woman down without their superstar, but they still expect to live up to their billing as the top seed.

The New York Times - 12h

Fantastic finishes, team title highlight Bloomington's day at indoor state track

Bloomington scores big as Cougar boys repeat, South girls 3rd; Owen Valley also brings home a high jump champ

Yahoo Sports - 2h

The Yankees' new torpedo bats propel team to record-breaking start

The biggest revelation from Major League Baseball’s opening weekend was not the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 5-0 dominance, the four home runs hit already by Eugenio Suárez or Miami’s three consecutive ...

NBC News - 30m

2/23/2025: The Justice Department; CFPB; John Oliver

First, a report on the upheaval at the Justice Department. Then, a look at why the CFPB is under fire by President Trump, DOGE. And John Oliver: The 60 Minutes Interview.

CBS News - 3h

When was the last time a Big Ten team won men's March Madness? Drought continues with MSU elimination

With Michigan State basketball's elimination from the NCAA Tournament, the Big Ten national championship drought continues. Who was the last? Here's more:

Yahoo Sports - 3h

How should this Ole Miss basketball team be remembered? Let them tell you.

OXFORD – A five-hour drive from Atlanta back to Oxford with a stop for gas provides a lot of time to think. And, given what I witnessed first-hand over the last week or so, I needed every minute of ...

Yahoo Sports - 2h

Where is Final Four 2025? Location, schedule, dates, teams, March Madness times, TV channel, where to watch

All the info you need to enjoy the 2025 Final Four as the NCAA Tournament nears its primary destination

CBS Sports - 3h

WATCH: Gwyneth Paltrow and Meghan Markle shut down feud rumors

The actress and Duchess of Sussex appear together on social media poking fun at their alleged rift.

ABC News - 3d

The Sandbox unveils Alpha Season 5 featuring Jurassic World, Teletubbies and more

The Sandbox, the Web3 social gaming platform and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, is launching Alpha Season 5 on March 31.

VentureBeat - 2d

Snow White, Rachel Zegler and a toxic debate that's not going away

The 23-year-old star of Disney's remake has become a battleground on social media.

BBC News - 1d

Pension Funds Push Forward on Climate Goals Despite Backlash

At a time of resistance to environmental, social and governance goals, pension funds have become a bulwark against efforts to sideline climate risks.

The New York Times - 12h

UK cladding fund fix would enable 90,000 affordable homes, councils say

Letter to ministers points out that schemes to reimburse dangerous material removal exclude social housing

Financial Times - 4h

Kristi Noem’s Rolex at El Salvador Prison Draws Attention

Kristi Noem’s trip to a prison in El Salvador drew social media attention for the homeland security secretary’s choice to wear a gold Rolex in such a setting.

The New York Times - 2d

Use this 1 mental hack to develop the personality trait that is key to living a long, happy life

If you're not someone who follows through on doctor's appointments or social obligations, this could hurt your chances of living a longer more joyful life.

CNBC - 1d

Tony Hawk Hopes Enthusiasm for Vert Skating Can Bring it Back to Olympics

With the help of social media, a new generation is resurrecting the sport’s most spectacular form. Tony Hawk hopes Olympic organizers are paying attention.

The New York Times - 7h

Fantasy Baseball Week 2 Preview: Top 10 sleeper hitters include Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Wilyer Abreu

The Reds and Athletics are among the teams with the best hitter matchups this week

CBS Sports - 4h

CBS Reports presents "Reverb | Generation Climate"

A generation that grew up witnessing a world with a rapidly changing climate is coming of age. Now, Gen Z climate activists are bringing a sense of urgency to mobilizing social and political ...

CBS News - 2d

Elon Musk’s xAI Acquires X, Because of Course

Social platform X struggled after Elon Musk took over, but its fortunes improved dramatically after US President Donald Trump won reelection. Now it will be become part of Musk's AI startup xAI.

Wired - 2d

Elon Musk sells X to his own xAI for $33 billion in all-stock deal

Elon Musk has sold social media site X to his own xAI artificial intelligence company in a $33 billion all-stock deal, the billionaire announced on Friday

ABC News - 2d

Getting in touch with the Fortnite generation | Cody ‘Clix’ Conrod interview

I spoke with Cody "Clix" Conrod, who has millions of followers on social. He has been playing Fortnite since a young age and now he is world famous.

VentureBeat - 11h

Trump calls 'never ending' Signal leak story 'old and boring,' blasts media

President Trump slammed the media for its “never-ending” coverage of the Signal group chat leak, calling it “old and boring.” In a post Sunday on Truth Social, Trump praised Sen. Markwayne Mullin ...

The Hill - 5h