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Pentagon aims to cut up to 60,000 civilian jobs through buyouts, attrition
The Pentagon plans to cut 50,000 to 60,000 civilian jobs over the next several months via voluntary resignations and not replacing workers who leave, a senior defense official confirmed Tuesday. ...The Hill - Mar. 18 -
With Orders, Investigations and Innuendo, Trump and G.O.P. Aim to Cripple the Left
The president and his allies in Congress are targeting the financial, digital and legal machinery that powers the Democratic Party and much of the progressive political world.The New York Times - Mar. 19 -
Trump signs executive order aiming to dismantle Department of Education
President Trump signed an executive order directing Education Secretary Linda McMahon to begin dismantling the Department of Education, calling for Congress to support its full elimination.NBC News - Mar. 20 -
JuJu Smith-Schuster aims for another Super Bowl appearance with Chiefs
Smith-Schuster is back with Kansas City after helping the Chiefs reach the Super Bowl last season. JuJu has played in multiple Super Bowls in KC.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
WIAA basketball: Marshfield aiming for history in Division 1 championship game
Marshfield downs Waunakee 57-47 at the Kohl Center to earn the right to compete for a first state title in program history.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Atletico Madrid aiming to complete summer deal for Manchester United target
Atletico Madrid plan to sign defenders this summer, and one of the possible arrivals could be someone that is taken away from Manchester United.At the end of the season, Atleti are expected to part ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Manchester United aiming to get rid of at least 10 senior players this summer
Manchester United are reportedly plotting to axe at least 10 members of their first-team squad during the upcoming summer transfer window.United are expected to be busy when the window opens, ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Microsoft’s AI Agents Aim to Make Cybersecurity Teams’ Work Easier
The new tools will help detect the most urgent risks faster, from phishing emails to potential insider threats.Inc. - 3d -
Minnesota Iditarod finisher aims to encourage more women of color
This year's Iditarod route was 120 miles longer than normal as the route had to be changed due to a lack of snow. But Emily Ford still finished 18th out of 33 mushers in her first go at it.CBS News - 3d -
Transgender Americans aim to block Trump's passport policy change
Transgender Americans are asking a judge to block Trump's policy requiring them to receive passports that list their birth sex.NBC News - 2d -
College softball: Ridgewater Warriors aim a little higher in '25
Mar. 25—WILLMAR — Things were a lot better for the 2024 Ridgewater softball team. Now, head coach Callie Danielson wants more in 2025. The Warriors qualified for regional competition for the first ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
A longtime fan, Ben McCollum aims to restore winning at Iowa
Ben McCollum grew up a fan of the Iowa men’s basketball team. McCollum was introduced as Iowa’s new head coach on Tuesday, a day after his hiring was announced by the university. The Iowa native, ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Cuban on Musk, Trump approach: 'Ready fire aim is no way to govern'
Businessman and television personality Mark Cuban said in an interview with The Hill that the approach to governing taken by tech mogul Elon Musk and President Trump in his second term is “ready ...The Hill - 2d -
How California legislators aim to sweeten film tax credits for Hollywood
The proposed legislation would increase to 35% the amount of qualified production the credit would cover. Los Angeles has been losing productions to other states and countries with generous programs.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Trump aims to overhaul U.S. elections in executive order with new requirements
Trump has signed an executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections and mandating that all ballots be received by Election Day.CBS News - 1d -
Trump aims to overhaul U.S. elections in executive order with new requirements
Trump has signed an executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections and mandating that all ballots be received by Election Day.CBS News - 1d -
Trump aims to overhaul U.S. elections in executive order with new requirements
Trump has signed an executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections and mandating that all ballots be received by Election Day.CBS News - 1d -
Macron and Starmer aim for scaled-back Ukraine peacekeeping plan
Also in this newsletter: Why the air you are breathing could be deadlyFinancial Times - 1d -
Ronaldo Nazario to lead a soccer taskforce aiming to eradicate racism, discrimination and violence
Brazil’s two-time World Cup winner Ronaldo Nazario will lead a special taskforce created to try to eradicate racism, discrimination, and violence in South American soccer, the sport's continental ...Yahoo Sports - 9h -
Angel City's Leroux takes mental health break
Sydney Leroux has said she will take a "step away from soccer for my mental health" one day before her club, Angel City, begin their NWSL campaign.ESPN - Mar. 17 -
The best solution to deepfake images: TAKE IT DOWN
The Senate has passed the TAKE IT DOWN Act, a bill that would criminalize sharing, hosting or threatening to publicize non-consensual intimate images, and Melania Trump has spoken out in support of ...The Hill - 6d -
Lies Of P Expansion Will Take Up To 20 Hours, Isn't Related To That Cutscene
The Lies of P expansion will take up to 20 hours to complete, but don't expect it to be about the story tease at the end of the base game. Neowiz has confirmed that Lies of P: Overture will take ...GameSpot - 1d -
Trump Wants Europe to Defend Itself. Here’s What It Would Take.
Replacing what the Americans do for the NATO alliance would take money, personnel, time and cooperation. None of those is easy.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
Influencer under fire for taking baby wombat from its mother
An American influencer is under fire in Australia for sharing a social media video of herself taking a baby wombat from its mother.ABC News - Mar. 13 -
Najee Harris takes subtle jab at Steelers during Chargers press conference
Najee Harris praised the Chargers' training facility while subtly taking a jab at the Steelers.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Steelers WR DK Metcalf willing to take 'backseat' to George Pickens
DK Metcalf is willing to take a backseat and learn from veteran Steelers receivers like George Pickens and Calvin Austin III.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Received a low home equity loan appraisal? Take these steps now
Experts recommend taking certain steps after getting a lower-than-expected home equity loan appraisal.CBS News - Mar. 17 -
Seahawks should take a chance on free-agent WR Michael Gallup
The Seattle Seahawks hosted free-agent WR Michael Gallup on a visit. They should take a chance on the un-retired playmaker.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Hamilton takes first Ferrari pole for China sprint race
Lewis Hamilton takes his first pole position for Ferrari as he heads sprint qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix.BBC News - Mar. 21 -
Sooners take the series against Mississippi State with a 7-3 win Sunday
Behind a two-way contribution from relief pitcher Dylan Crooks, the Sooners take two of three from Mississippi StateYahoo Sports - 4d -
Florida basketball assistant coach Kevin Hovde taking Columbia HC job
Florida basketball assistant coach Kevin Hovde will move on to the Ivy League at the end of the season, taking the head coaching job at ColumbiaYahoo Sports - 3d -
One mock draft has the Pittsburgh Steelers taking a QB in the opening round
While the team works on trying to sign Aaron Rodgers to a contract, the Pittsburgh Steelers need to take a long look at Jaxson Dart.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Inflation takes it easy
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Inflation cools in Trump’s first month After a week of rising economic fears, the ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
Mascherano hopeful on Messi but won't take risks
Inter Miami CF head coach Javier Mascherano said he is optimistic Lionel Messi could make the roster for the match against Charlotte FC on Sunday night at Chase Stadium, though added he was ...ESPN - Mar. 9 -
Senate Democrat: This is 'best time' to take on 'tyrant' Trump
Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) said the current fight over a Republican spending bill was the "best time" for Democrats to take on President Trump, coming less than two months into his presidency. ...The Hill - Mar. 14 -
Lawrence O'Donnell taking break: 'I'm exhausted at Day 52' of Trump administration
MSNBC host Lawrence O'Donnell announced he'd be taking a week off from his nightly show, citing his "exhaustion" with the first few weeks of President Trump's second term. “I’m exhausted at Day 52, ...The Hill - Mar. 13 -
How the Social Security Administration plans to take back overpayments to Americans
The Social Security Administration plans to take back overpayments to beneficiaries from their upcoming checks. CBS MoneyWatch associate managing editor Aimee Picchi has more.CBS News - Mar. 11
