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Judge Says Trump Administration Memos Directing Mass Firings Were Illegal

A federal judge in California ordered the retraction of the memos. He suggested, but did not order, that the layoffs be stopped.

The New York Times - 4d

Russia offers to restore direct air links with the US, during Istanbul talks

Russia’s Foreign Ministry says it has suggested restoring direct air links between Russia and the United States during the latest round of consultations with Washington

ABC News - 4d

How Canadians Are Directing Their Ire at the U.S. Over Trump’s Tariffs

Canadians are shunning American products and abandoning trips to the United States to protest the economic punishment President Trump has threatened to impose with tariffs.

The New York Times - 3d

Pentagon Sending Combat Forces to the Border in Line With Trump Directive

The troop mobilization indicates that President Trump is breaking with recent presidents’ practice of limiting deployments along the U.S.-Mexico border mostly to small numbers of active-duty ...

The New York Times - 2d

Trump’s directives deal fatal blow to America’s offshore wind industry

Economic case looked bleak even before the president’s re-election sent a chill through sector

Financial Times - 2d

Chicago Is on a Path to N.H.L. Failure, and It Must Find a New Direction

A team that is eight seasons removed from its last playoff appearance is still years away from its next one, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 2d

Hegseth calls for DOD civilian employees to comply with OPM email directive

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said on Sunday he is now directing all department civilian employees to respond to emails from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) asking for a recap of what ...

The Hill - 1d

UN rights chief laments 'shift in direction' in United States

The U.N. human rights chief has expressed concern about a “fundamental shift in direction” taking place in the United States when it comes to human rights

ABC News - 1d

Is "The White Lotus" impacting tourism?

"The White Lotus" appears to be inspiring tourists to visit the locations where the hit HBO show is made. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.

CBS News - 1d

Should Men Wear White Jeans?

Our critic explains why Frenchmen love crisp denim, and what you can learn from them about how to style these statement pants without looking too contrived — on either side of Labor Day.

The New York Times - Feb. 24

Renée Fleming to make directing debut at Aspen Festival this July in Mozart's 'Cosi fan tutte'

Soprano Renée Fleming will make her directing debut in Mozart’s “Così fan tutte” at the Aspen Festival with three performances from July 21-26

ABC News - Feb. 19

Trump to sign more executive orders today, despite legal pushback on several of his directives

Trump is slated to sign more executive orders this afternoon. Several of his directives have already faced pushback during his first month in office.

NBC News - Feb. 21

Arizona AD apologizes for offensive chants directed at BYU players during Wildcats' controversial loss

Saturday night's game in Tucson got tense late, and ended with a dust-up

CBS Sports - Feb. 23

Neymar scores stunning Olimpico: Brazilian star quiets the crowd with huge goal direct from corner for Santos

Neymar celebrated the goal with a shrug, acting like the moment was commonplace for the star

CBS Sports - Feb. 24

Rapids-LAFC game halted after derogatory term allegedly directed at Chido Awaziem

Colorado Rapids defender Chido Awaziem has alleged that an opponent used a derogatory term towards him on the field during his team’s Concacaf Champions League second leg match at Los Angeles FC on ...

Yahoo Sports - 6d

CONCACAF investigating LAFC's Sergi Palencia for allegedly directing derogatory comment at Chidozie Awaziem

Tuesday's Champions Cup match was halted late in the second half after the alleged incident happened.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Jeff Bezos’ Directive for Washington Post Opinion Pages Leads to Editor David Shipley’s Exit

David Shipley, The Post’s opinion editor, is resigning after trying to persuade Jeff Bezos to reconsider the new direction.

The New York Times - 5d

Judge orders Trump admin to rescind memo directing mass firing of federal workers

The order by Judge William Alsup, who called the OPM directive "illegal," does not reinstate any recently dismissed government employees, but it could affect future attempts at firings.

NBC News - 4d

How U.S. foreign policy is changing under Trump after Hegseth's Russia directive

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's directive to U.S. Cyber Command on pausing planning against Russia, including offensive digital actions, signals a shift in foreign policy under the Trump ...

CBS News - 21h

Musk to meet with House Republicans

Politico - 5d

Betty White is getting her own postage stamp

Legendary TV icon Betty White will be honored in March with a stamp, the U.S. Postal Service announced.

CBS News - Feb. 21

Tuchel holds talks with White over England future

England head coach Thomas Tuchel holds talks with Arsenal defender Ben White ahead of naming his first squad next month.

BBC News - Feb. 25

Buttler steps down as England's white-ball captain

Jos Buttler says it is "the right decision" for him and the team as he resigns as white-ball captain following England's Champions Trophy exit.

BBC News - 4d

House budget resolution is 'screw America bill,' House Democrat says

Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.) on Sunday called a budget resolution that was recently adopted by House Republicans a “screw America bill.” “It's the screw America bill, and let me tell you why,” ...

The Hill - 1d

What's in the House GOP budget plan?

The House is expected to vote on a budget plan this week. It will be a key test to see if Republicans can unify around President Trump's agenda. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion ...

CBS News - Feb. 24

House budget resolution vote expected

The House of Representatives is expected to vote on a budget plan that would extend cuts to several parts of government spending. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.

CBS News - Feb. 25

Will Johnson's budget plan pass in the House?

House Speaker Mike Johnson says the lower chamber is very close to having enough votes to pass the budget plan that President Trump endorsed. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.

CBS News - 6d

I Need Aimee Lou Wood’s Leopard-Print Sunglasses in ‘The White Lotus’

Yahoo News - Feb. 24

Claims of white genocide 'not real', South African court rules

Donald Trump has been raising the alarm over the number of white farmers killed in the country.

BBC News - Feb. 25

Buccaneers' Rachaad White's lawyers say FBI is investigating alleged extortion attempt

The Tampa Bay running back's lawyers say they will exercise all legal avenues to protect his rights

CBS Sports - 6d

Lewis Hamilton dismisses ‘older, white men’ criticising his move to Ferrari

Seven-time champion says winning is his ‘No 1 priority’ Eddie Jordan and Bernie Ecclestone scornful of signing Lewis Hamilton has delivered a stinging rebuke to criticism of his move from ...

The Guardian - 5d

White Island volcano eruption: criminal convictions for island owners thrown out

Twenty-two people died in the 2019 New Zealand disaster, mostly US and Australian cruise ship passengers on a walking tour. The owners of an island volcano in New Zealand where 22 tourists and ...

The Guardian - 4d

Black woman who retired at 30: Financial independence is 'not just for white guys'

Persistent wage and wealth gaps make it harder for Black Americans to retire on a similar timeline to their white peers. Blogger hopes to inspire change.

CNBC - 3d

'The White Lotus' critiques luxury tourism while also promoting it with partnerships

HBO's anthology is a class satire that skewers high-end tourism, but for Season 3, it also has served as an ad for luxury travel with partnership and marketing deals.

Los Angeles Times - 1d

Trump stuns Senate GOP with House budget endorsement

“Did not see that one coming,” Senate Majority Leader John Thune said.

Politico - Feb. 19

House Democrat planning 'Bad DOGE Act'

Rep. Dave Min (D-Calif.) is planning to introduce a bill titled "Bad DOGE Act” in the House against the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), arguing that it is engaged in an "abuse of ...

The Hill - Feb. 24

Meet the House un-American activities caucus

Four House GOP members have asked Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to sue three small civil society organizations for allegedly aiding illegal aliens, drawing comparisons to the House Un-American ...