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Inside Trump’s War on the I.R.S.: Dropped Audits and a Skeleton Staff
President Trump is planning to gut the work force while trying to turn the I.R.S. into a more political agency.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Steve Kornacki: The voter trends shaping the first big battleground state race of 2025
The Wisconsin Supreme Court election on April 1 will offer an early test of the political environment after November's presidential election.NBC News - Mar. 11 -
What are tariffs and why is Trump using them?
Tariffs are a central part of Trump's political vision, but economists fear they could spark a trade war.BBC News - 6d -
Michelle Mone and Doug Barrowman accuse Covid inquiry of 'cover-up'
She says husband Doug Barrowman and her are targets of a "politically motivated witch hunt".BBC News - 5d -
Communication is now even more important to getting renewable projects off the ground, experts say
IBM's Christina Shim discussed the importance of communicating a sustainable project's business value, given the current political climate.CNBC - 4d -
Democrats: Defend the rule of law, not oligarchs
Enforcing the laws on behalf of consumers, workers and small businesses isn’t just the right thing to do — it is also a powerful political signal.The Hill - 4d -
Palm Beach Society Goes On, With and Without Trump
At a pair of benefits on this exclusive island, many well-heeled guests were holding their tongues when it came to politics.The New York Times - 4d -
Mark Carney sworn in as first new Canadian prime minister in nine years
The economist and political newcomer takes office just days after being elected Liberal leader.BBC News - 4d -
Lynch: The PGA Tour doesn’t own a major. For private equity, that’s a big problem
Now that private equity is in the game, a debate that was once a tedious mix of politics and peevishness has real commercial meaning.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
In address about vision for DOJ, Trump complains about prior probes
President Trump complained about the federal investigations into him and vowed retribution against his political foes.CBS News - 4d -
Mark Carney sworn in as Canada's new prime minister
Carney, a former Goldman Sachs executive with no experience in politics, becomes Canada's 24th prime minister.CBS News - 4d -
Democrats lost the immigration high ground. For what?
Democrats, in opposing President Trump’s cruel immigration policies, ended up reflexively adopting a politically disastrous agenda of their own.The Hill - 3d -
US shoppers cut spending as economic outlook concerns mount
Tariffs, market volatility and political uncertainty threaten to undermine key driver of growth in world’s largest economyFinancial Times - 2d -
Why the Arabic ‘Sesame Street’ and Other Cuts Are Not Really About Fraud
As President Trump and Elon Musk cut federal programs, they often equate political and policy differences with corruption.The New York Times - 2d -
West Virginia governor calls for investigation over NCAA Tournament snub: 'Robbery at the highest levels'
West Virginia's political leadership says it wants answers and transparency after WVU missed the tourneyCBS Sports - 1d -
The Tesla is no longer a progressive status symbol
From celebrities to school teachers, some Tesla owners are offloading their vehicles due to CEO Elon Musks's political influence.NBC News - 1d -
Top Trump advisers get involved as the fight to win his presidential library site heats up
The search for President Donald Trump’s post-administration presidential library site is intensifying in South Florida, with Trump's son Eric and a top Trump administration adviser, Steve Witkoff, ...NBC News - Mar. 8 -
Cooper Flagg Tracker: Duke star freshman fights through foul trouble in win over rival North Carolina
Flagg dealt with some adversity in Duke's regular-season finale on SaturdayCBS Sports - Mar. 9 -
UFC 313 -- Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira: Results, winners, highlights, fight card, complete guide
There is a new champion in the light heavyweight division after Saturday night in Las VegasCBS Sports - Mar. 9 -
No disease is deadlier in Africa than malaria. Trump's US aid cuts weaken the fight against it
Malaria season begins this month in a large part of AfricaABC News - Mar. 9 -
UFC 313 fight fall out: Next options for Alex Pereira, Magomed Ankalaev and Justin Gaethje after Saturday
The UFC would be wise to salvage what they can of Pereira's heavyweight runCBS Sports - Mar. 9 -
Verstappen bids for 5th title and Hamilton's at Ferrari as F1 prepares for a close fight in 2025
Lando Norris will have to defy plenty of history to win the Formula 1 title this yearABC News - Mar. 10 -
Sixty years after Bloody Sunday, civil rights leaders in Selma continue fight
Election of Trump and threats to democracy front of mind as activists remember peaceful marchers attacked by police. What would John Lewis do today?. On a Sunday morning 60 years ago, activists ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Canada’s New PM Tells Trump: If Want a Fight, We’ll Kick Your Butt
Former central banker Mark Carney has managed the financial crisis and Brexit. He’s not backing down from a trade war with the U.S.Inc. - Mar. 10 -
The Worst 7 Years in Boeing’s History—and the Man Who Won’t Stop Fighting for Answers
Fatal crashes. A door blowout. Grounded planes. Inside the citizen-led, obsessive campaign to hold Boeing accountable and prevent the next disaster.Wired - Mar. 11 -
GOP senator knocks 'false' Tucker Carlson allegation he's fighting against JFK assassination files release
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) is denying an accusation from conservative pundit Tucker Carlson that he worked to block the release of sensitive government information related to the assassination of ...The Hill - Mar. 11 -
‘We’re on the edge of chaos’: families with trans kids fight for care as bans take hold
A federal judge blocked Donald Trump’s executive order banning trans youth healthcare, but access remains uncertain. Aryn Kavanaugh was sitting in her living room in South Carolina when her ...The Guardian - 6d -
Live Updates: Trade Fight Widens as Europe and Canada Retaliate Against Trump Tariffs
As President Trump’s global tariffs on metals took effect, the European Union and Canada announced billions of dollars in levies on American goods. Economists worried that the trade war could over ...The New York Times - 6d -
Boxing results, events, start times: Keith Thurman knocks out Brock Jarvis to kick off busy week of fights
There are a slew of events throughout the week, starting on Wednesday morning in AustraliaCBS Sports - 6d -
Suns' Mason Plumlee, Rockets' Steven Adams ejected after fight breaks out early in matchup in Houston
The two centers locked up while jostling for position in the paint before suddenly throwing each other down to the court at the Toyota Center.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Bracketology Bubble Watch: North Carolina in action, Mountain West trio fight for NCAA Tournament lives
A look at the bubble teams in action during Thursday's conference tournaments, including a double-bubble gameCBS Sports - 5d -
Colorado State men's basketball fights off Nevada to reach Mountain West semifinals
It was an ugly, grinder of a basketball game but Colorado State kept Nevada at arms length to advance to the Mountain West men's basketball semifinalsYahoo Sports - 5d -
‘They shouldn’t have to fight alone’: the families on the frontline of the Navajo Nation missing people crisis – photo essay
The disproportionate violence against Indigenous people is deeply felt on and around the reservation, where families must become their own investigators. Words and photography by Wayan Barre . On ...The Guardian - 4d -
Four months after daughters’ deaths, parents of Laos backpackers face ‘horror scenarios’ amid fight for answers
As the UK, Australia and Denmark mount joint diplomatic push, grieving families fear Laos’ investigation into the suspected methanol poisonings won’t deliver justice. The poolside bar at the Nana ...The Guardian - 4d -
Arman Tsarukyan: Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314 'just a hype fight'
Arman Tsarukyan is not interested in Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314. Chandler (23-9 MMA, 2-4 UFC) meets rising lightweight contender Pimblett (22-3 MMA, 6-0 UFC) in a five-round ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
White House vows to fight ruling that requires government reinstate fired probationary workers
The White House on Friday vowed to appeal the federal court rulings that required the Trump administration to reinstate probationary government employees who judges said were fired unlawfully at ...The Hill - 4d -
With mass rehirings ordered and a plea to the Supreme Court, Trump's court fights scale new heights
Judges this week ordered the government to reinstate thousands of workers, while the administration turned to the Supreme Court for help rolling back judicial powers.NBC News - 4d -
Edgar Berlanga misses weight for first fight since Canelo Alvarez loss: 'Damn, man — I can't do it'
Berlanga will be ineligible to win the WBO NABO super middleweight title in Saturday's comeback bout against Jonathon Gonzalez-Ortiz.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Pep Guardiola is relishing the fight to secure Champions League football now his players must lift
Although the 24/25 season has been a disappointment for Manchester City there is still plenty for Pep Guardiola’s side to play for. City have made the quarter-finals of the FA Cup and a testing tie ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Late late show from Las Palmas secures draw and vital point in La Liga relegation fight
Las Palmas has come from behind to score two late goals in a thrilling 2-2 draw at home with Alaves in La LigaABC News - 4d