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Indiana U. fired cybersecurity professor XiaoFeng Wang on day FBI searched his homes: Union
XiaoFeng Wang's research at Indiana University focused on security and privacy issues in mobile and cloud computing, and privacy issues in human genomic data.CNBC - 4d -
Karen Read murder case: Fired investigator Michael Proctor to loom over retrial as jury selection begins
Karen Read, whose murder trial ended in a hung jury last year, returns to court this week as prosecutors try again to convict her in the 2022 killing of her boyfriend, John O' Keefe.NBC News - 4d -
Malaysia fire: huge blaze erupts near Kuala Lumpur as gas pipeline explodes
Inferno spread to nearby homes, trapping residents, while full extent of damage still being assessed. A fireball erupted from a burst gas pipeline outside Malaysia’s largest city, injuring 145 ...The Guardian - 3d -
Musk’s Doge to fire all local workers and US diplomats from USAID, sources say
Unofficial Trump adviser’s cost-cutting team to finalize shuttering the foreign aid agency on which millions depend. US politics live – latest updates Elon Musk ’s cost-cutting team is ...The Guardian - 3d -
Thousands of Ford Kuga hybrid drivers ‘left in limbo’ after fire risk warnings
Carmaker reportedly has yet to announce plan for repairs after telling motorists not to charge their cars. Thousands of drivers have reportedly been left in limbo after warnings that their car ...The Guardian - 3d -
U.S. reaffirms commitment to Taiwan as Beijing conducts live fire drills in East China Sea
Chinese military extended into second day a joint exercise involving its army, navy and rocket forces near the coast of Taiwan.CNBC - 3d -
Italian police increase security at Tesla dealerships after 17 cars destroyed in Rome fire
State police anti-terrorism unit investigating whether blaze in Torre Angela was started by anarchists. Italy’s interior ministry has written to police forces across the country to increase ...The Guardian - 2d -
U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Officials Fire Coach and Director Following Athletes' Allegations of Sexual Abuse
This comes several months after former biathlete Grace Boutot accused the coach, who trained her in the 2000s, of sexual abuseYahoo Sports - 2d -
‘They can’t beat us on the pitch’ – Barcelona chief Laporta fires back at La Liga over Dani Olmo situation
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has provided his response to La Liga’s statement regarding the club’s financial situation.And, safe to say, the Spanish patron was in no mood to hold back…Barca,...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee fires coach, director over sexual abuse allegations of young biathlete
Gary Colliander has been accused of sexually abusing Grace Boutot to the point that she attempted suicideCBS Sports - 2d -
Trump fires at least 3 national security aides following a meeting with far-right activist Laura Loomer
Loomer met with Trump and other top White House officials in the Oval Office on Wednesday, two sources familiar with the meeting told NBC News.NBC News - 1d -
Trump says he 'sometimes' takes Laura Loomer's advice, downplays her role in NSC firings
President Trump on Thursday said he “sometimes” listens to the recommendations of far-right activist Laura Loomer, even as he denied she was responsible for the ouster of multiple national security ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump administration fires staff of program that helps low-income homes pay for heat
The Trump administration has laid off the entire staff of a $4.1 billion program that helps low-income households nationwide pay for heatABC News - 1d -
Who is Laura Loomer, the far-right influencer behind Trump’s national security firings?
The white nationalist has been in Trump’s orbit for years, although the White House has tried to sideline her at times. Laura Loomer, a rightwing extremist and political influencer known for her ...The Guardian - 19h -
Survivor of migrant center fire that left 40 dead in Mexico remembers it 'every day'
Groups representing the families as well as victims' relatives say that none of the criminal cases against 11 defendants, including eight officials, have gone to trial.NBC News - 15h -
Laura Loomer’s Role in NSC Firings Shows Rising Sway of Fringe Figures on Trump
President Trump has always solicited information from dubious sources. But now, in his second term, he has fewer people around him who try to keep those voices away.The New York Times - 11h -
'Sometimes you have to walk through fire': Tariffs get backing in Trump heartland
As economic uncertainty swirls and the markets take a hit, many in this deeply Republican area back the president's plan.BBC News - 5h -
California wildfire threatening forest home of world’s oldest tree
Silver fire leading to fears about Methuselah, a nearly 5,000-year-old bristlecone pine in eastern part of state. Firefighters have managed to make “strong progress” containing a fire burning ...The Guardian - 3d -
Miners express concerns over recent Trump actions
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Safety official firings cause concerns for miners Reported firings at federal offices are creating concerns about the safety and ...The Hill - 3d -
Trump quickly works to concentrate power and muzzle critical voices
Moving at a rapid-fire clip, Donald Trump has been concentrating power in his hands, pushing the bounds of executive authority.NBC News - 6d -
UCLA shows poise, growth in clutch win over LSU
UCLA caught fire from beyond the arc to hold off LSU and advance to the program's first NCAA Final Four.ESPN - 5d -
Red Cross outraged over killing of eight medics in Gaza
The ambulance team came under fire last Sunday in what Hamas said was an Israeli military attack.BBC News - 5d -
Motivation for coaching change in Memphis reportedly was to 'optimize' Ja Morant
Morant was no fan of the Grizzlies' new offense, which was forced on coach Taylor Jenkins by management, who fired Jenkins.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
The Wraparound: Has Oilers' Leon Draisaitl Ended The Hart Trophy Race?
There are lots of rapid-fire NHL and hockey topics to discuss on The Hockey News Wraparound Show.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Elon Musk Visits CIA to Discuss DOGE Cuts
A federal judge ordered the agency to reconsider its firings of employees who had been assigned to diversity recruiting.The New York Times - 4d -
French court leaves Marine Le Pen’s political career on the brink
Far-right leader has limited legal options as ruling fires starting gun on race to succeed Emmanuel MacronFinancial Times - 4d -
Acquiescing to Trump is a surefire way to lose
The media is significantly muted. Anti-Trump commentators and anchors have been fired. Criticism of the administration has been curtailed.The Hill - 3d -
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Musk renews threats to fire federal employees; Blue Origin launches 10th space tourism flight.CBS News - 3d -
At least 6 hurt in Boston after truck hits pedestrians
Boston police and fire officials said that a truck reportedly struck several poles and was wedged between a pole and a building.The Hill - 3d -
San Antonio, site of 2025 Final Four, has special connection for Houston coach Kelvin Sampson: 'Like a reboot'
Hours after being fired from Indiana, Sampson found himself on the line with Spurs coach Gregg PopovichCBS Sports - 2d -
Kennedy Guts Teams That Share Health Information With the Public
The health secretary had promised “radical transparency,” but fired communications teams in the Health and Human Services Department.The New York Times - 2d -
Explosion ignites car in busy central Amsterdam square, Dutch police says
Amsterdam police said a car caught fire on the central Dam Square on Thursday afternoon following an explosion in the vehicle.NBC News - 1d -
Ja Morant game winner: Buzzer-beater gives Grizzlies win over Heat
Ja Morant beat the buzzer to give the Memphis Grizzlies their first win since the team fired coach Taylor Jenkins.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Thousands of Federal Workers Are Losing Their Jobs. That’s a Golden Opportunity for Small Businesses Looking for Talent
A recruiting expert explains how small businesses can find and hire fired federal workers with valuable, in-demand skills.Inc. - 1d -
Russian Strike Kills 18, including 9 Children, Ukraine Says
The missile strike was the latest in a series of attacks that have caused civilian casualties, despite continuing cease-fire talks.The New York Times - 3h -
An AI-based drone that speeds up the detection and monitoring of wildfires is presented in Germany
A company that specializes on early wildfire detection has developed a new, AI-based drone that it says will help speed up the detection, location and monitoring of firesABC News - Mar. 28 -
Justice Department purge under Trump administration | 60 Minutes
President Trump says his administration is cleaning up a Justice Department corrupted by politics. Amid the firings and resignations, one leader described a workplace of "confusion" and "fear."CBS News - 5d
