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If millions of dead people are stealing from Social Security, then why can’t the DOJ find any of them?
Why the ‘dead people collecting Social Security’ narrative just won’t dieMarketWatch - 5h -
Social Security Lists Thousands of Migrants as Dead to Prompt Them to ‘Self-Deport’
By placing migrants in Social Security’s “death master file,” the Trump administration is seeking to cut off their access to credit cards, bank accounts and other financial services.The New York Times - 1d -
The Social Security Administration Is Gutting Regional Staff and Shifting All Public Communications to X
The SSA’s shift to Elon Musk’s X comes as the agency plans to cut its regional office workforce by roughly 90 percent, WIRED has learned.Wired - 1d -
SignalGate Is Making People Rethink Who’s in Their Group Chats
From a national security breach to The Group Chat series on TikTok, the messy dynamics of group communication are igniting questions around trust and the rules of social connection.Wired - 2d -
China Secretly (and Weirdly) Admits It Hacked US Infrastructure
Plus: The Department of Homeland Security begins surveilling immigrants' social media, President Donald Trump targets former CISA director who refuted his claims of 2020 election fraud, and more.Wired - 18h -
Homeland Security Email Tells a US Citizen to 'Immediately' Self-Deport
An email sent by the Department of Homeland Security instructs people in the US on a temporary legal status to leave the country. But who the email actually applies to—and who actually received ...Wired - 3h -
JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon Warns of ‘Considerable Turbulence’ Ahead for Economy
JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon, known for his frankness, is tiptoeing around tariffs as he and other leaders of big banks reveal their latest earnings.The New York Times - 1d -
‘Completely out of touch’: golf and dinners for ‘king’ Trump as economy melts down
Casual attitude as markets fall suggests man detached from anxieties of ordinary voters – and surrounded by yes men. After lighting a fuse under global financial markets, Donald Trump stepped ...The Guardian - 18h -
Bessent Takes Tricky Center Stage as Trade Wars Roil U.S. Economy
The Treasury secretary received counsel and criticism from some of his predecessors over President Trump’s policies.The New York Times - 12h -
Lebanese judge questions former top security chiefs over Beirut port blast
Lebanon’s lead investigator into the 2020 Beirut port blast has questioned two former security chiefs, including Maj. Gen. Abbas Ibrahim, who appeared in court for the first timeABC News - 1d -
Trump recognizes that domestic mining is a national security issue
In the modern geopolitical chess game, America’s mineral vulnerability is not just an economic liability but a strategic one.The Hill - 10h -
Putin’s war chest under threat as oil prices slide
Donald Trump’s tariff war adds pressure to Russian economyFinancial Times - 1d -
Argentina secures $20bn IMF deal by relaxing currency controls
Fund to give unusually large upfront transfer to libertarian President Javier MileiFinancial Times - 1d -
Boulter & Burrage secure GB's BJK Cup Finals place
Katie Boulter and Jodie Burrage produce a superb doubles performance to help Great Britain beat the Netherlands 2-1 and reach the Billie Jean King Cup Finals.BBC News - 10h -
State Department says Maryland man mistakenly deported is "alive and secure"
In a filing on Saturday, the U.S. State Department, however, did not address a judge's demands that the Trump administration detail what steps it is taking to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the ...CBS News - 6h -
Trump’s Trade War Is Strengthening China’s Soft Power
President Trump’s tariffs are boosting China’s global image even as they threaten to decimate its economy.Wired - 2d -
BlackRock's Larry Fink says U.S. is very close to a recession and may be in one now
The asset management executive spoke to CNBC about the state of the economy, which has been rattled by tariffs from the Trump administration.CNBC - 1d -
Trump Tariffs Muddle Campaigning for Canada’s Conservatives
Pierre Poilievre’s 25-point lead in the polls evaporated, and he struggled to switch voters’ focus to the economy, crime and other issues.The New York Times - 19h -
Trump’s China trade war a ‘boon’ for Brazil but sends US farmers reeling
Latin America’s largest economy is poised to extend its lead as China’s top food supplierFinancial Times - 1h -
Egged on by his family, Devo's Mark Mothersbaugh finally opens MutMuz Gallery to the public
Devo's 'social scientist' and Hollywood composer wonders 'Why Are We Here?' in his debut art show at MutMuz Gallery in ChinatownLos Angeles Times - 1d -
Malik Beasley disagrees with Giannis Antetokounmpo's shimmy after late-game block
The Pistons guard took his frustration to social media after the Bucks forward performed his signature celebration.ESPN - 9h -
Trump administration says man mistakenly deported to El Salvador is 'alive and secure' in first update
The Trump administration provided a Saturday wellness report for the Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador in their first daily update mandated by a court order. U.S. District Judge Paula ...The Hill - 6h -
Former ASU QB Jayden Daniels comments on 5-star Brayden Burries' commitment to Arizona
Something out of nothing? Jayden Daniels takes to social media and praises Brayden Burries' commitment to Arizona.Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Utah's Perfect Power Play Secures First-Ever Win Over Divisional Rival Dallas Stars
At this point in the season, if you’re eliminated from the playoffs, you’re left without your main reason for playing: the Stanley Cup.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
Argentina says it will lift the country's strict currency controls with help from the IMF
Argentine President Javier Milei’s economy minister says the libertarian government would lift the country’s strict capital and currency controls in a few daysABC News - 1d -
Chris Riddell on Donald ‘Captain America’ Trump wielding his tariff shield – cartoon
Is the president really ready to do battle with China after causing global chaos and undermining the US economy?. You can buy a copy of this cartoon Continue reading...The Guardian - 12h -
How Brexit, a Startling Act of Economic Self-Harm, Foreshadowed Trump’s Tariffs
Britain’s decision to leave the European Union in 2016 was sold to voters as a magic bullet that would revitalize the country’s economy. Its impact is still reverberating.The New York Times - 1h -
Warren Urges S.E.C. to Investigate Trading Around Trump’s Tariff Pause
The president told his social media followers it was a “GREAT TIME TO BUY” hours before announcing a reversal on tariffs that sent markets soaring.The New York Times - 1d -
Karl Rove urges Trump to avoid tariff ‘happy talk’ amid economic uncertainty
Longtime Republican operative and Fox News contributor Karl Role urged President Trump and his administration to avoid “happy talk” around tariffs amid the uncertainty around the country’s ...The Hill - 11h -
Trump Will End Temporary Protections for Afghans and Cameroonians
More than 10,000 people will be put on track for deportation in May and June as a result of the Department of Homeland Security’s action.The New York Times - 1d -
Europe must choose between America and China
In a multi-polar world, old certainties about the US security guarantee and access to markets no longer holdFinancial Times - 1d -
Tokenization of the market, from stocks to bonds to real estate is coming, says BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, if we can solve one problem
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink thinks tokenization of stock and bond markets will revolutionize financial ownership and investing, but there's a security challenge.CNBC - 16h -
British Government Takes Control of Country’s Last Major Steel Mill
London says it acted to prevent the plant’s Chinese owners from closing the plant, threatening jobs and national security.The New York Times - 8h -
Manchester Arena Bomber’s Brother Is Accused of Attack on Prison Guards
Hashem Abedi allegedly stabbed the officers with homemade weapons inside a high-security prison.The New York Times - 2h -
Ecuador votes in knife-edge election during wave of violence
Daniel Noboa faces Luisa González in repeat of 2023 election, with security voters’ main concernFinancial Times - 1h -
Meghan Daum prided herself on candor. Then the invites stopped coming
Meghan Daum writes about being "the toast of the town," only to see invites evaporate as her views fell out of step with social arbiters. But our critic suggests other issues could be at play.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
“The Pitt” Has Found a Loyal Fanbase
The series, which wrapped up its first season, has built up a rabid following, with social media memes and fan crushes on its star, Noah Wyle.The New York Times - 1d -
Israel says it will expand its offensive across most of Gaza
Israel's defence minister also said it had taken over a "security zone", which separates the southern cities of Rafah and Khan Younis.BBC News - 14h -
The Real ID deadline is just weeks away. Here's what travelers need to know
Travelers will need a Real ID-compliant license or other accepted form of identification like a passport to get through security before a domestic U.S. flight.CNBC - 17h -
Angel City gets a road victory against the Dash
Angel City, which improved to 2-0-2, scores twice in the first half and after surrendering a goal in the second half Alyssa Thompson secures the win.Yahoo Sports - 4h
