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RFK Stadium site provision included in federal spending bill, a win for the Commanders and NFL
The Washington Commanders are another step closer to the possibility of returning to the franchise’s old home in the nation’s capitalABC News - 12h -
Federal spending bill would transfer site of RFK Stadium to DC in a step toward building new stadium for Commanders
Federal spending bill would transfer site of RFK Stadium to DC in a step toward building new stadium for CommandersABC News - 12h -
With Sports Gambling Surging, Federal Regulation Is Discussed
With the industry’s popularity on the rise, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing to discuss its effect on athletes, the public and the integrity of games.The New York Times - 16h -
GOP senator: Federal employees will help DOGE push
Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) said federal employees will help with "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) efforts by sharing their ideas for changes within the government "We are reaching to ...The Hill - 19h -
Brazil great Ronaldo eyes federation presidency
Former Brazil striker Ronaldo Nazário will run for the presidency of the country's football confederation (CBF), the 48-year-old said on Monday.ESPN - 22h -
Ronaldo to run for Brazil federation presidency
Brazil legend Ronaldo announces he will run for the presidency of the country's football association and wants to "recover the prestige" of the national team.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
DOGE takes aim at federal workers
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Federal employees fear push to shrink workforce President-elect Trump said he ...The Hill - 1d -
Spain federation elects Louzan as president
Rafael Louzan is the new president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) after being elected on Monday.ESPN - 1d -
Federal workers brace for change amid DOGE rhetoric
President-elect Trump’s focus on the federal workforce has sparked alarm among employees as they take center stage in discussions about transforming government. "Department of Government ...The Hill - 2d -
Drone outrage grows as federal agencies keep mum
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Outrage over drones grows as federal agencies stay mum Officials ...The Hill - 4d -
Winners and losers of Labour spending review
Funding tug of war looms between Treasury and Downing Street as party’s political machinery tightensFinancial Times - Dec. 11 -
Infowars Sale to The Onion Rejected by Federal Bankruptcy Judge
The Onion’s bid for the conspiracy website was supported by the families of victims of the Sandy Hook shooting and a nonprofit focused on ending gun violence.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
Cotton blocks federal shield law for journalists
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) blocked a federal shield law that would protect journalists from revealing their sources and material to the government. In the Senate on Tuesday, Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) ...The Hill - Dec. 11 -
Federal judge temporarily blocks Kroger-Albertsons merger
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the merger of grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons after a three-week hearing. The Federal Trade Commission sued over the $25 billion deal in February, ...CBS News - Dec. 10 -
Government department spends £1,200 on two folders
It comes as Chancellor Rachel Reeves asks departments to highlight savings they can make in the next few years.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
Mexico federal congressman shot dead in Veracruz state
Benito Aguas from president Claudia Sheinbaum’s Morena party is latest victim of spate of political violence. A Mexican federal congressman has been assassinated, in the latest killing in an ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Reeves vows to cut 'waste' in spending review
The chancellor says "efficiency savings" will ensure enough funding for key public services.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
Romero criticises Spurs board for lack of spending
Tottenham defender Cristian Romero criticises the club's board for a lack of investment following Sunday's disappointing 4-3 defeat home by Chelsea.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
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Federal court blocks ACA coverage for Dreamers
A federal court in North Dakota has blocked Affordable Care Act (ACA) coverage for immigrants that came into the U.S. illegally as children, also known as “Dreamers.” U.S. District Judge Daniel M. ...The Hill - Dec. 10 -
Johnson needs Dems to pass a stopgap spending bill. Here's what they want.
Given his thin margins in the House and conservatives who tend to always oppose short-term funding fixes, he will almost certainly need to get House Democrats on board.Politico - Dec. 9 -
Ro Khanna supports cutting defense spending in Trump's DOGE
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) said that there could be “huge bipartisan cooperation” for President-elect Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) committee in the new year — at least when it ...The Hill - Dec. 9 -
Dodgers make no apologies for record spending, unprecedented deferred deals
L.A. owes more than $1 billion in deferred money to a star-studded roster. Here's how the Dodgers are doing it.ESPN - Dec. 8 -
Spending on TikTok Shop Rises as App Faces Ban
TikTok Shop sales had reached $100 million on Black Friday.Inc. - Dec. 8 -
Trump says ‘we're not touching’ Social Security in proposed cuts to government spending
During an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, President-elect Donald Trump says he’ll make the federal government “more efficient,” but he does not plan to touch federal entitlements like ...NBC News - Dec. 8 -
Elon Musk spends $277 million to back Trump and Republican candidates
Elon Musk was the largest donor in the 2024 election cycle, spending at least $277 million to back President-elect Donald Trump and other Republican candidates.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
TikTok Ban or Sale Upheld by Federal Appeals Court
The D.C. Circuit denied TikTok’s petition to overturn the ruling that requires it to break with parent company ByteDance or be banned.Inc. - Dec. 6 -
Starmer to launch major government spending review
Ministers told to make their case for money from tight public fundsFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Federal appeals court upholds TikTok ban
A panel of federal judges voted unanimously to uphold a law that could ban TikTok in the United States if the app's Chinese parent company does not sell to an American owner. NBC News' Savannah ...NBC News - Dec. 6 -
It’s Not Too Late to Rein In Holiday Spending
Research suggests that you’ll spend less than you otherwise would by setting a strict budget — even if you go over the budget.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Blackburn unveils 'DOGE Acts' to cut spending, freeze federal hiring and salaries
Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has unveiled her “DOGE Acts” to cut spending and freeze federal hiring, as well as salaries. “Senator Blackburn is planning to introduce a package of bills – known ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk meet with Republicans to talk DOGE spending cuts
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy began swapping ideas in person with congressional Republicans about ways they could slash federal spending and regulations.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Musk and Ramaswamy pitch spending advisory board to lawmakers on Capitol Hill
NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles, Senior Capitol Hill Correspondent Garrett Haake and CNBC Senior Washington Correspondent Eamon Javers join Meet the Press NOW to report on Elon Musk ...NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Black Friday showed consumers are still eager to spend — at the right price
Retailers again saw sales hit new heights from Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday, even as shoppers remain cautious about where and when to spend this holiday season.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
EU Defense Spending Expected to Hit $342.6 Billion in Boon to Arms Makers
European Union countries are expected to increase their combined defense spending this year, which is likely to boost sales among arms contractors.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
A sweet Black Friday deal for retailers this year: ‘People keep spending money’
Despite a consensus that many Americans voted last month based on concerns about financial well-being and cost-of-living pressures, the recent kickoff to the holiday-shopping season is ...MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Gamers May Spend More Time Watching Games Than Playing Them
Over the last decade, streamers have taken on greater prominence in the gaming landscape and some have even attracted significant fan followings. Now, a new report suggests that players are ...GameSpot - Dec. 3 -
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Americans expected to spend $13 billion total on Cyber Monday deals
Consumers are focusing on finding deals on Cyber Monday and American spending is expected to rise compared to 2023. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks down the spending trends for 2024.CBS News - Dec. 2 -