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Burn pit fund for veterans on chopping block in GOP spending bill
Democratic lawmakers and veterans’ groups are fuming over a provision in a stopgap federal spending bill passed by House Republicans this week that would cut a Department of Veteran Affairs fund ...The Hill - 2d -
Trump signs spending bill that united Republicans but divided Democrats
President Trump signed Congress' bill to keep the government open on Saturday. The vote for the six-month spending bill united Republicans but left Democrats bitterly divided. Willie James Inman ...CBS News - 1d -
Takeaways From The Times Interview With Chuck Schumer About the Federal Spending Bill
The day after angering many Democrats’ by backing a Republican spending bill, Schumer argued that he can still lead his party in the Senate, even amid furious backlash.The New York Times - 21h -
‘Absolutely Ridiculous’: Democrats Seethe at Schumer for Backing G.O.P. Spending Bill
Senator Chuck Schumer, the minority leader, continued to face criticism from members of his own party after he reversed course and allowed the stopgap spending bill to come to a vote.The New York Times - 9h -
European leaders push defense spend amid uncertainty over Trump aid to Ukraine
European leaders have upped the ante on defense spending plans as they look to support Kyiv and fill a potential void of U.S. aid.CNBC - Mar. 7 -
Toast, Shift4 lead drop in fintechs as investors exit stocks tied to consumer spending
Fintech stocks are under pressure as investors worry about companies heavily reliant on consumer spending.CNBC - 3d -
Ocasio-Cortez warns Senate Democrats over advancing stopgap spending measure
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) urged her Democratic colleagues in the Senate to vote against the House-passed stopgap spending measure, warning them to be weary of "procedural games." “It ...The Hill - 4d -
Some Senate Democrats split over spending bill to avert government shutdown
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Republicans don't currently have the votes to pass the short-term spending bill. Some Democrats say they are split over whether to support the stopgap ...CBS News - 4d -
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How Americans are spending their retirements at sea
The U.S. is seeing a surge of retirements as more than 4 million people will turn 65 this year. Some are choosing a life at sea for their golden years. CBS News' Nancy Chen has more.CBS News - 6d -
House spending bill facing Senate opposition with government shutdown deadline 2 days away
House Republicans' six-month spending bill will need Democratic support in the Senate to pass into law before Friday's government shutdown deadline. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small ...CBS News - 4d -
Democratic leaders amp up pressure on Senate colleagues to oppose GOP spending bill: ‘Stand with us’
The leading Democrats in the House are ramping up the pressure on Senate Democrats to oppose the GOP’s spending bill, warning that the proposal would slash crucial public services to vulnerable ...The Hill - 4d -
House Democrats bash Senate colleagues for backing GOP spending bill: ‘Huge slap in the face’
House Democrats are furious at their fellow Democrats in the Senate for supporting a Republican spending bill, saying Minority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) and other aisle-hopping senators are ...The Hill - 3d -
‘Not quite yet beautiful’: Republicans at odds over spending cuts after meeting Trump
Senate Republicans aren’t seeing eye to eye with their colleagues in the House over places to cut spending in order to pay for their extension of the 2017 Trump tax cuts. GOP members of the Senate ...The Hill - 2d -
Bitcoin falls as much as 6.5% as volatility continues after Trump's bitcoin reserve plan
President Donald Trump's executive order to create a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve disappointed investors.CNBC - 6d -
Canada’s parochial panic about Trump’s America is ridiculous
Much of the alarmist rhetoric in Canada stems from a fundamental failure to grasp the evolution of U.S. strategic thought.The Hill - 6d -
Applivery raises funds from Supercell for device and software management
Applivery, a tech platform for endpoint management and app distribution, has received a strategic investment from Supercell.VentureBeat - 4d -
Rory McIlroy pushes for more international focus: 'Golf isn't just played in America'
Ahead of The Players, McIlroy endorsed the best stars playing in more tournaments in more countries.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Boss of bankrupt Northvolt urges Europe to invest in homegrown battery sector
Industry executives criticise ‘strategic failure’ by Swedish government and Brussels for allowing start-up to failFinancial Times - 4d -
How a reverse mortgage affects generational wealth
When used strategically, a reverse mortgage can support generational wealth while allowing you to age in place.CBS News - 3d -
In a Europe Adrift, Macron Seizes the Moment
The French president’s prescriptions for “strategic autonomy” and a European force for Ukraine are suddenly timely in a world with a less dependable America.The New York Times - 3d -
Detroit Red Wings opt out of practice, focus on Hurricanes alert, 'stealing from teammates'
The Detroit Red Wings are trying for two in a row when they take on the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
‘Focus on PSG, respect the opponent’ – Luis Enrique’s message to PSG fans ahead of Le Classique
Speaking at Paris Saint-Germain’s pre-match press conference ahead of the second Classique clash of the Ligue 1 season, manager Luis Enrique followed the club’s recent communication strategy surro...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
2025 NBA title tiers: Ranking league's 12 realistic contenders as playoff picture comes into focus
The Celtics, Thunder and Cavs are in Tier 1, but who could challenge those three this spring?CBS Sports - 1d -
Kohl’s stock tumbles on weak outlook as sales slide. Retailer is taking action, CEO says.
Kohl’s has “identified key areas of focus,” CEO Ashley Buchanan said.MarketWatch - 5d -
Spirit Airlines to Go Premium After Bankruptcy
Spirit plans to turn its focus toward more wealthy travelers.Inc. - 4d -
Memphis basketball March Madness predictions: Projecting where Tigers could land
The Memphis basketball team's March Madness picture is coming into focus. Or, is it?Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Congressional Black Caucus members condemn spending bill as ‘blank check’ for Trump, Musk
Members of the Congressional Black Caucus have condemned the House-passed spending bill and vowed to vote against it when it comes up in the Senate, even as other Democrats say they’ll support ...The Hill - 2d -
Boosted defence spending will come at cost of manifesto pledges
Government should level with public about which promises it cannot afford to keepFinancial Times - 6d -
Americans are spending more and more time at home
COVID-19 spurred more Americans to stay home. But this trend didn't start or end with the pandemic, research shows.CBS News - 6d -
How DOGE is already changing the spending process in Congress
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has done significant work in exposing wasteful government programs, but this has created a difficult situation for the Trump administration as they ...The Hill - 4d -
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Germany’s Merz agrees spending deal with Greens
Agreement paves way for flagship defence and infrastructure package to be adopted by parliament next weekFinancial Times - 2d -
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Trump Signs Spending Bill to Fund Government
The bill was passed just hours before a midnight deadline to avoid a lapse in funding, which would have shut down the government.The New York Times - 1d -
Auto Legends adds $1M to its funding round in Coinbase Ventures deal
Auto Legends, a social drag racing Web3 game, has added $1 million in a strategic investment from Coinbase Ventures' Base Ecosystem Fund.VentureBeat - Mar. 6 -
The UK is reassessing its nuclear deterrent because of Trump
The first seven weeks of Trump’s second term have unbalanced fundamental strategic assumptions that the United Kingdom and Europe have relied on for decades.The Hill - 2d -
Get out, get back, get real: What inspectors general should learn from DOGE
DOGE, created with a focus on efficiency and waste reduction, has identified $105 billion in taxpayer savings, and IGs should consider reforming their practices to include separate headquarters and ...The Hill - 3d -
UNC basketball wants 'revenge' in rematch with Duke at ACC Tournament
Following UNC basketball's win against Wake Forest at the ACC Tournament, the Tar Heels' immediately shifted their focus to No. 1 Duke.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
New Orleans Saints listed among the biggest losers of free agency
This Pro Football Focus analyst wasn't impressed by the Saints' offseason moves. They were listed among free agency's biggest losers.Yahoo Sports - 2d
