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Exclusive: Inside the limestone mine used to process federal retirements
The Office of Personnel Management handles retirement paperwork for the entire federal government out of an old limestone mine in Pennsylvania. The process is set to be overhauled by Elon Musk’s ...NBC News - 1d -
As RFK Jr. Champions Chronic Disease Prevention, Key Research Is Cut
Two significant programs that invested in research on diabetes, dementia, obesity and kidney disease have ended since the start of the Trump administration.The New York Times - 1d -
Gallego rips Noem for rifle handling, deportations
Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) criticized Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after she posed with a rifle in Phoenix amid the Trump administration’s deportation crackdown. “Human ...The Hill - 21h -
Why the US mortgage market is addicted to big government
Government guarantees on securitised home loans make them generally low risk — but Trump’s policymaking raises concernsFinancial Times - 2d -
Trump tariffs spark US government debt sell-off
The cost of borrowing for the US government rose as confidence in the economy waned.BBC News - 46m -
Germany's Merz seals government deal bringing end to months of stalemate
The conservatives under Friedrich Merz reach a coalition agreement with the Social Democrats to govern Europe's biggest economy.BBC News - 2h -
How Musk and Trump Are Working to Consolidate Government Data About You
Elon Musk’s team is leading an effort to link government databases, to the alarm of privacy and security experts.The New York Times - 20m -
Inside the mine housing the federal government's retirement records, now in DOGE's spotlight
A mine in Pennsylvania is largely still how the federal government manages the documents of the 100,000 or so retirements from federal service each year.NBC News - 1d -
For opioid victims, payouts fall short while governments reap millions
Pharmaceutical companies accused of fueling the nation's opioid crisis are paying state and local governments billions of dollars in legal settlements. But how much are victims getting?CBS News - 1d -
Government considers nationalising British Steel
There are fears among ministers that the company's blast furnaces could run out of raw materials within days.BBC News - 7h -
Facing a government crackdown on dissent, Turkey's protesters put aside their differences
The arrest of an opposition presidential candidate last month has triggered the largest anti-government protests Turkey has seen in more than a decade, uniting demonstrators from different walks of ...ABC News - 3d -
A rebel group begins handing weapons over to the Colombian government as peace talks advance
Colombia's defense ministry says a rebel group called the Commoners of the South has begun handing its weapons over to the governmentABC News - 3d -
Civil rights-era government agency to be purged
A memo reviewed by CBS News said Trump appointees are considering closing the Community Relations Service, which was created as part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.CBS News - 2d -
Government rejects 'buy British' campaign to combat tariffs
Ministers say telling people what to buy is not the answer to US tariffs but they will back UK manufacturers.BBC News - 1d -
EU recalibrates response to US tariffs after ‘black day’ for markets
Also in this newsletter: Foot-and-mouth disease returns to central EuropeFinancial Times - 1d -
Stress & sugary drinks - study shows 75% of academy players have gum disease
Academy footballers in England are more likely to have major problems with tooth decay and poor oral hygiene, a new study says.BBC News - 17h -
‘Some of these diseases are in the Bible’: despair as cuts halt progress on age-old tropical illnesses
They are debilitating afflictions that people don’t know about, don’t understand and struggle to pronounce. Now health workers fear they will surge in Africa as USAID-funded drug distribution ...The Guardian - 9h -
UK government attempt to keep Apple challenge private rejected
Privacy rights campaigners welcome ruling by Investigatory Powers TribunalFinancial Times - 2d -
Kennedy Attends Funeral of Texas Girl Who Died of Measles
The health secretary has faced harsh criticism for his handling of the outbreak, embrace of alternative treatments and tepid endorsement of vaccination.The New York Times - 1d -
Bryson DeChambeau is searching for the perfect driver at Augusta National
The two-time U.S. Open champion is on the hunt for a driver that can handle his speed, and he's excited about the process.Yahoo Sports - 17h -
There's a hilarious story behind how Puka Nacua's Instagram username became 'pukaizded'
If you've ever wondered why Puka Nacua's Instagram handle is 'pukaizded', there's a funny backstory involving his momYahoo Sports - 2h -
How Alzheimer's research could be impacted by Trump health agency cuts
As the Trump administration makes cuts to federal health agencies, some Alzheimer's experts are worried about the impact on research and patients with the disease.CBS News - 2d -
What to know about measles, symptoms and the MMR vaccine
A recent outbreak of measles is prompting questions about the life-threatening disease and how to prevent it. Here's what to know.CBS News - 12h -
Deloitte Layoffs Reflect Private Sector Fallout From DOGE Cuts to Government Contracts
One of the top 10 U.S. consulting firms is preparing for layoffs as $65 billion worth of federal contracts with private companies are targeted for cuts and cancellations.Inc. - 4d -
Op-ed: First test in Trump's tariffs war is underway. Our government is set to fail it
One thing the Trump White House fact sheet on tariffs does not offer is a coherent implementation plan. That's a dangerous foundation for long-term policy.CNBC - 3d -
Germany to send ‘clear signal’ of ‘strong, effective government’ under new coalition, says Friedrich Merz – Europe live
Presumed future chancellor says coalition has ‘strong plan’ after negotiations as polling shows popularity of far-right AfD. Earlier today I brought you Donald Trump’s comments overnight on ...The Guardian - 33m -
Inside Isomorphic Labs, the secretive AI life sciences startup spun off from Google DeepMind
Isomorphic Labs is the secretive AI life sciences startup spun out of Google DeepMind with the goal of solving all disease with AI-powered drug discovery.CNBC - 1h -
Republican senator floats using violence against journalists who report 'fake news'
Markwayne Mullin recounted how a reporter fatally shot a former congressman in 1890, adding there might be less "fake news ... if we could still handle our differences that way."NBC News - 2d -
Trump risks losing ground with voters on the economy
The anxiety stemming from President Trump’s tariffs is opening him up to new vulnerabilities on an issue that has long been seen as one of his strengths: his handling of the economy. Polls released ...The Hill - 1d -
Aston Villa’s Emi Martínez riles PSG by wearing World Cup triumph cap
Argentinian provokes French club on arrival in Paris Emery praises ‘mature’ goalkeeper before quarter-final Unai Emery insisted Emiliano Martínez will handle the heat in Aston Villa’s Champions ...The Guardian - 21h -
Chris Mason: What can Starmer do in a world buffeted by Trump?
The government is leaning into this moment of turbulence but can it make a difference.BBC News - 1d -
RFK Jr. says he plans to tell CDC to stop recommending fluoride in drinking water
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday said he plans to tell the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention soon to stop recommending fluoridation in communities nationwide.NBC News - 1d -
Amid all the warnings about a ‘dementia tsunami’, here are the things you should know | Devi Sridhar
When we dig into new research we see why all the alarming headlines are written, but also that science is bringing new hope . Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias were the leading cause of ...The Guardian - 1d -
RFK Jr. wants CDC to stop recommending fluoride in water
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert. F. Kennedy Jr. wants the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to stop recommending fluoride in America's drinking water. CBS News medical ...CBS News - 15h -
Ousted FDA vaccine chief says U.S. measles elimination status under threat as cases climb
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s “tepid endorsement” of measles vaccination puts the U.S. at risk of losing its elimination status of the disease as early as January, the Food and Drug ...NBC News - 15h -
UK to scrap or merge more quangos in anti-regulation drive
Government wants to close superfluous agencies and bring responsibility for decisions back in-houseFinancial Times - 3d -
From the 60 Minutes Archive: Wounds of War
From 2017, 60 Minutes reports on the Syrian government’s destruction of hospitals.CBS News - 2d -
UK to dilute rules for smaller private equity firms and hedge funds
Government proposes lighter regulatory regime in push to encourage investmentFinancial Times - 2d -
Starmer pledges centralised service for researchers to mine health data
Announcement follows recommendation in UK government-commissioned review last yearFinancial Times - 1d -
Sierra Leone declared an emergency over a powerful synthetic drug but women were left behind
A year ago, Sierra Leone's government declared a public health emergency over the cheap synthetic drug called kushABC News - 4d