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Republicans dig in heels against restricting Trump powers in shutdown talks

Top Republicans are digging in their heels against restricting President Trump’s powers in funding negotiations with Democrats, as both sides struggle to strike a deal to avert a government ...

The Hill - Feb. 26

Restricting power across US-Canada border risks grid stability, watchdog warns

Any move to stymie electricity flows amid trade war would create a ‘big problem’, regulator Nerc says

Financial Times - 14h

AP sues over White House access restrictions

The Associated Press sued White House officials Friday for restricting the wire service’s access to the Oval Office and Air Force One over its refusal to use “Gulf of America” in its AP Stylebook. ...

The Hill - Feb. 21

Bill restricting transgender student athletes stalls in the Senate

Politico - 2d

UK lifts restrictions on Syria’s central bank

Twenty-four entities, including oil companies and banks, removed from sanctions list

Financial Times - 2h

Associated Press sues three top Trump officials over access restrictions

"The press and all people in the United States have the right to choose their own words and not be retaliated against by the government," the AP said in its lawsuit.

CBS News - Feb. 21

To Identify Suspect in Idaho Killings, F.B.I. Used Restricted Consumer DNA Data

New records show that the F.B.I. identified Bryan Kohberger as a potential murder suspect after tapping consumer databases that were supposed to be off limits.

The New York Times - Feb. 25

How RFK Jr. could restrict abortion medication access

Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has suggested that he is open to restricting access to abortion medication, the primary method used for abortions across the U.S. ...

The Hill - Feb. 27

Microsoft calls on Trump to loosen AI chip export restrictions

Microsoft is calling on the Trump administration to loosen Biden-era restrictions on artificial intelligence (AI) chip exports that it argues could undermine U.S. leadership on the technology. The ...

The Hill - Feb. 27

Amazon Restricted Vaginal Health Products for Being ‘Potentially Embarrassing’

Big Tech’s restrictions on adult content are crippling businesses and organizations focused on sexual health, according to a new report shared exclusively with WIRED.

Wired - 6d

Georgia Senate advances bills to restrict gender-affirming care

Senate Republicans in Georgia have advanced two bills restricting gender-affirming care for transgender people

ABC News - 2d

State Department unveils visa restrictions on foreign officials in immigration crackdown

The State Department unveiled visa restrictions on foreign government officials who are thought to be responsible for aiding illegal immigration into the U.S., part of a wider effort by President ...

The Hill - 23h

The Power of Adaptive Leadership

The modern marketplace rewards leaders who are agile, forward-thinking, and willing to evolve with change.

Inc. - 2d

Luka Doncic is likely off his minutes restriction as the Lakers return to work against Charlotte

Luka Doncic is going back to work with the Los Angeles Lakers, and he’s likely back to full speed as well

ABC News - Feb. 19

Yankees update facial hair policy: What other teams have had unusual rules and restrictions?

Between the Cincinnati Reds' hair policy and the Chicago Bulls' headband ban, the Yankees aren't the only ones with a history of antiquated rules.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21

Supreme Court rejects challenges to abortion clinic 'buffer zone' laws that restrict protesters

The Supreme Court declined to consider overturning a 24-year-old precedent that upheld "buffer zone" laws limiting how close protesters can get to abortion clinic entrances.

NBC News - Feb. 24

Supreme Court declines to take up challenge to Tennessee law restricting drag shows

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear a challenge to a Tennessee law restricting some drag performances, allowing the first-in-the-nation law to remain largely intact. In a brief, unsigned ...

The Hill - Feb. 24

Georgia House keeps hate crimes protection as it seeks to restrict transgender sports participation

Georgia’s state House has backed away from changes to the state’s hate crimes law that could have removed protections for crimes against transgender people

ABC News - 6d

Thune says Senate will consider bill to restrict trans athletes 'early next week'

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) says legislation to prevent transgender athletes from participating in girls’ and women’s sports will go to the Senate floor “early next week,” ...

The Hill - 5d

European Central Bank cuts rates again, says policy is becoming 'meaningfully less restrictive'

The ECB cut interest rates by 25 basis points and struck a more hawkish tone in its communication.

CNBC - 4h

Maduro surrenders to Trump but clings to power

Nicolas Maduro, the communist Venezuelan tyrant, has offered to the new Trump administration fully paid return flights for migrants, deported of Tren de Aragua criminals, increased oil production, ...

The Hill - Feb. 23

Powerful tornado causes damage in Oklahoma

Severe weather is threatening the southern U.S., affecting everything from flights in Texas to Mardi Gras celebrations in Louisiana. The National Weather Service confirmed a powerful tornado in ...

CBS News - 1d

Brisbane, Australia, Braces for Powerful Cyclone

The tropical storm, named Alfred, is on track to bring dangerous winds and flooding along the coast of southeastern Queensland, including the country’s third-largest city.

The New York Times - 34m

At Tom Ford, the Power of a Perfect Suit

The latest Tom Ford collection makes a strong case for them.

The New York Times - 1h

Powerful quantum computers in years not decades, says Microsoft

It says a new chip it has created could end up being as important a breakthrough as the semiconductor.

BBC News - Feb. 19

Trump Claims Power to Fire Administrative Law Judges at Will

The Justice Department said a law protecting the officials from arbitrary removal is an unconstitutional intrusion on presidential authority.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Elon Musk becomes a new power center at CPAC

Elon Musk stole the show at CPAC, a surprise guest who wielded a chainsaw to symbolize his government cuts.

NBC News - Feb. 21

Is there no limit to Trump’s ever-expanding presidential powers?

Donald Trump has made clear that he intends to bend the federal bureaucracy to his will.

The Hill - Feb. 24

Motorola Moto G Power 2025 Review: Nearly There

Motorola’s newest budget phone retains many of the hallmarks of its excellent predecessor but regresses on performance.

Wired - Feb. 25

5 Powerful Ways to Create an Inspiring Work Culture

To retain top talent and remain competitive, follow these strategies for building a modern work culture.

Inc. - Feb. 25

Power outage leaves most of Chile in darkness for hours

A sweeping power blackout left most of Chile in darkness for several hours

ABC News - Feb. 25

The Dubious Theory Behind Trump’s Power Grab

If the president gets his way, it will mark a significant change in the operations of the national government and a major shift in power.

The New York Times - Feb. 26

Chile Declares Curfew as Power Outage Sweeps Country

Most residents had power restored by midnight but the situation remained unstable. President Gabriel Boric blamed power companies for not acting faster.

The New York Times - Feb. 26

Amazon Unveils Alexa+, Powered by Generative A.I.

Amazon is aiming to catch up in generative artificial intelligence and to reboot its virtual assistant, which has been leapfrogged by powerful chatbots.

The New York Times - Feb. 26

Flower power! Female in Focus awards – in pictures

This year’s prizes go to female photographers exploring autism, breast cancer and the lesbian community at Sappho’s rock Continue reading...

The Guardian - Feb. 27

What to know about a series of powerful volcanic eruptions

The Kilauea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island erupted Wednesday for the 11th time in two months. The USGS said it lasted nearly 13 hours. Scientists are concerned about another possible eruption ...

CBS News - Feb. 27