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Senate Democrats insist on voting on 30-day government funding bill
Senate Democrats say they will not vote for the House-passed six-month government funding package, which would boost defense spending and cut nondefense programs, unless they first get a vote on a ...The Hill - 10h -
Senate Democrats say they will reject GOP's funding bill as shutdown draws near
After meeting with his conference, the Senate minority leader said "Republicans do not have the votes" to advance the House-approved measure, which requires 60 to pass.NBC News - 10h -
Climate Group Funded by Bill Gates Slashes Staff in Major Retreat
Breakthrough Energy, an umbrella group for energy and environmental efforts funded by Mr. Gates, is resetting for the Trump era.The New York Times - 11h -
Schumer says Democrats will block GOP funding bill, raising shutdown alert
Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Wednesday that Senate Democrats will not provide the votes to pass the House-approved deal to fund the government.ABC News - 7h -
US government closer to shutdown after Senate Democrats oppose bill
Republican-controlled House of Representatives had passed the measure on TuesdayFinancial Times - 7h -
MPs scrap judge sign-off in assisted dying bill
Activists suggest replacing judges with a three-person panel featuring a senior legal figure.BBC News - 7h -
Government Shutdown Looms With Senate Democrats Opposing 6-Month Funding Bill
The top Senate Democrat said his members were not ready to provide the votes to allow the Republican-written stopgap spending measure to pass ahead of a Friday night deadline. There is still time ...The New York Times - 7h -
Bridgestone and Michelin test advances in puncture-free tyres
Innovation by world’s biggest suppliers potentially smooths path for self-driving vehiclesFinancial Times - 4d -
This Is the Greatest Threat to Free Speech Since the Red Scare
Mahmoud Khalil’s detention is a frightening sign of an authoritarian slide.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump's FDA nominee faces Senate questions after agency layoffs and resignations
Dr. Marty Makary will answer questions from a Senate panel about his plans to lead the Food and Drug AdministrationABC News - 6d -
Chaos at the V.A.: Inside the DOGE Cuts Disrupting the Veterans Agency
Clinical trials have been delayed, contracts canceled and support staff fired. With deeper cuts coming, some are warning of potential harms to veterans.The New York Times - 3d -
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Education Department guts its workforce as it looks to wind down agency
Around 3,000 people work in the department's Washington headquarters, and roughly 1,000 are staffed in 10 regional offices across the country.NBC News - 1d -
Judge declines to block DOGE from taking over African development agency
A federal judge on Tuesday declined to block the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from taking over the U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF). U.S. District Judge Richard Leon ...The Hill - 1d -
Federal Agency Dedicated to Mental Illness and Addiction Faces Huge Cuts
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has already closed offices and could see staff numbers reduced by 50 percent.The New York Times - 2h -
The folly of America’s R&D cuts
Gutting of federal agencies risks derailing the Trump administration’s growth objectivesFinancial Times - 2d -
Trump to slash workforce at US education department
Halving of staff thought to be precursor to campaign pledge of shutting down the agencyFinancial Times - 1d -
Aaron Jones to re-sign with Vikings on a two-year, $20 million deal, per report
Jones was one of the NFL's top free agent pickups last yearCBS Sports - 3d -
LB Nick Bolton staying in Kansas City on three-year deal
Nick Bolton won't become a free agent after all.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Southwest Airlines Just Announced an End to Its Most Beloved Perk. It’s Truly the End of an Era
After five decades, the airline is eliminating free checked bags for most passengers.Inc. - 1d -
Reeves delays plan to reform cash Isas until after Spring Statement
City executives have urged chancellor to lower cap on tax-free savingsFinancial Times - 17h -
House unveils stopgap measure to keep government funded, avert shutdown
The continuing resolution bill will go to the House Rules Committee on Monday and a floor vote is expected Tuesday.CBS News - 4d -
The two big questions looming over the shutdown fight: From the Politics Desk
Two big questions are looming over the shutdown fight as Republican lawmakers try to pass a stopgap bill to fund the government.NBC News - 2d -
Vice President JD Vance urges GOP to fall in line as shutdown looms
House Republicans are slated to vote Tuesday on their spending bill that would fund the government at current levels through September 2025.ABC News - 1d -
What Does a Shutdown Have to Do With the Budget or Elon Musk? Here’s a Guide.
A short-term spending bill, a 10-year budget plan and Musk’s cost-cutting team are all progressing at once.The New York Times - 1d -
House funding vote puts Senate Democrats in a bind: From the Politics Desk
Senate Democrats are in a politically precarious position after the House passed a stopgap bill to avoid a government shutdown.NBC News - 1d -
Give new dads the same job rights as mums, MP says
Campaigners say the Employment Rights Bill is a big opportunity to improve job security for new dads.BBC News - 20h -
An Elon Musk stablecoin? Democrats warn of a Big Tech crypto takeover.
Stablecoin bill could lead to a “privatization of the dollar,” according to crypto skeptic Sen. Elizabeth Warren.MarketWatch - 9h -
'Free-scoring French leave Irish history tilt in tatters'
Ireland hosted France in the Aviva Stadium seeking to make history. Instead a signature achievement has slipped from their grasp for the third time in 17 months.BBC News - 4d -
Not so demure any more: The rise of 'free the nipple' fashion
Stars like Charli XCX have made see-through outfits all the rage at big events, but not everyone's a fan.BBC News - 4d -
Is the LA Kings’ Failure to Attract Free Agents a Cause for Concern?
Leading up to the NHL trade deadline there was considerable chatter that the LA Kings were very much in on Finnish star Mikko Rantanen. Esteemed and very connected SportsNet NHL analyst Elliotte ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Football Daily | Manchester United, Arsenal and a game of (free-kick) inches
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! . Football Daily can’t help but yearn for the days when footballers weren’t particularly interested in walls. Back in 1978, the players of West ...The Guardian - 2d -
How 49ers hope reported free-agent addition Farrell fits offense
Luke Farrell will be tasked with filling a role the San Francisco 49ers had hoped recent draft picks would.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Dalai Lama says his successor will be born outside China in the ‘free world’
New book by spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism will raise the stakes in a dispute with Beijing over control of Tibet. The Dalai Lama’s successor will be born outside China, the spiritual leader ...The Guardian - 2d -
MLS Power Rankings: Miami stays top, Galaxy in free fall
While Miami wins without Lionel Messi, the reigning champion is bottom of the league.ESPN - 1d -
Pakistani forces battle to free hundreds of hostages on hijacked train
Terrorists in explosive vests have reportedly threatened Pakistan train passengers' lives if officials refuse to release imprisoned militants.CBS News - 18h -
These free-agent signings didn't break the bank — but they were right on the money
There were only a couple perceived blue-chip talents that hit the market this spring, but that doesn't mean there weren't chances to get better. These teams did.Yahoo Sports - 17h -
Pakistan operation to free hostages after train hijacking ends with dozens killed
Security services claim to have rescued about 190 people being held by Baloch Liberation Army in remote area. An operation to rescue hundreds of people taken hostage when a train was hijacked by ...The Guardian - 10h -
Bill Belichick reportedly called Marco Rubio to express his interest in the North Carolina job
North Carolina's hiring of the former New England Patriots head coach began among United States senators.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Funding bill skips measure to avert physician pay cuts, a blow to GOP Doctors Caucus
A key Republican said inclusion of the language would be a “line in the sand” necessary for his support.Politico - 4d
