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Musk Wields Scythe on Federal Work Force, With Trump’s Full Blessing

The president defended Elon Musk’s role in seeking to slash budgets and cut payrolls as the young aides burrowing into federal agencies came under scrutiny.

The New York Times - 1h

How Going to Commercial During the Super Bowl Works

TV advertising is the lifeblood of the league, but knowing when to pause the games is a task undertaken by N.F.L. executives, network producers and on-field officials.

The New York Times - 1h

'My university course made me who I am - now it's being cut'

Universities are cutting jobs to make financial savings, with students and staff bearing the brunt.

BBC News - 4h

Stage and film actor Tony Roberts, who often starred in Woody Allen movies, dies at 85

Tony Roberts, a versatile, Tony Award-nominated theater performer at home in both plays and musicals and who appeared in several Woody Allen movies — often as Allen’s best friend — has died

ABC News - 6h

Who's pulling the strings in the DR Congo crisis?

As M23 rebels advance in DR Congo, regional players meet to defuse the escalating crisis.

BBC News - 7h

Justice Department agrees not to reveal names of FBI agents who worked Jan. 6 cases

In a court filing Friday, the Justice Department agreed not to reveal the names of FBI personnel who took part in the Jan. 6 investigations. This comes as anonymous FBI agents sued to keep their ...

CBS News - 9h

All USAID humanitarian work has effectively stopped, officials say

Current and former USAID officials blasted the Trump administration's gutting of the agency, saying it has left critical partners in the lurch and staff in limbo.

ABC News - 10h

Trump touches on tariffs, DOGE and Jan. 6 investigators in press conference

NBC News' Yamiche Alcindor reports on what President Trump discussed in his wide-ranging press conference with the prime minister of Japan. Reporters questioned the president on DOGE's actions, ...

NBC News - 13h

Many workers would take a pay cut to work from home — some would forgo at least 20% of their salary

Workers cite the work-life balance afforded by hybrid or fully remote jobs as the biggest benefit.

CNBC - 14h

DOJ reaches agreement over release of list of FBI agents who investigated Jan. 6

The DOJ and attorneys representing a group of FBI employees have reached a temporary deal to prevent the public release of a list of agents who investigated Jan. 6.

ABC News - 14h

Chappell Roan responds to writer who criticized her Grammy speech

The pop star named best new artist at Sunday's Grammy Awards challenged her critic to donate $25,000 to struggling musicians.

Los Angeles Times - 15h

Patrick Mahomes, the Super Bowl’s final boss who evolved towards greatness

The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback is one win away from a third-straight championship. But he is a different player from when he first lit up the NFL. Patrick Mahomes is the final boss. Somehow, ...

The Guardian - 16h

GOP state AGs campaign group brings back leader who resigned in Jan. 6 aftermath

A group that dedicated to electing Republicans to state attorney general positions has brought back a former executive director who resigned in the aftermath of Jan. 6

ABC News - 16h

'This is a dream come true': Five unlikely Super Bowl heroes who made history on the biggest stage

We caught up with one-hit wonders and former teammates about the Super Bowl's most unlikely, historic performances.

ESPN - 16h

As the war on DEI intensifies, some companies hold the line while others work behind the scenes

Trump's hostility toward DEI has elevated the stakes for corporations already grappling with how to navigate the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion.

CNBC - 17h

Who Will Win the Super Bowl? N.F.L. Coaches Made Their Picks.

Can Kansas City pull off the three-peat, or will Philadelphia get its revenge? Coaches from around the league gave their unfiltered opinions.

The New York Times - 18h

The N.B.A. Trade Deadline Moves Were Wild. Who Were the Big Winners?

An unprecedented week has reshaped the league for years to come, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 18h

Who could be Indiana's next men's basketball coach? Likely (and unlikely) candidates

Could Brad Stevens take the reins in Bloomington with Mike Woodson expected to leave the Hoosiers after this season?

ESPN - 19h

3 Blackhawks Who Could Follow Taylor Hall Out Via Trade

The Chicago Blackhawks already traded Taylor Hall. Are there any other players who are going to follow him out the door?

Yahoo Sports - 21h

Castles, beaches, derelict towns and coffins: All in a day's work on 'Nosferatu' set

Production designer Craig Lathrop had plenty of time to consider ideas inspired by a gothic era. But that doesn't mean the forces of time — and nature — helped him along.

Los Angeles Times - 22h

ICC condemns sanctions by Trump administration and pledges to continue its work

ABC News - 1d

Bill Belichick shows up to NFL honors with 24-year-old girlfriend, who gets roasted by Snoop Dogg

Their relationship is still going strong.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Elon Musk’s DOGE Is Working on a Custom Chatbot Called GSAi

The chatbot is part of Elon Musk and President Donald Trump’s ambitions to use AI and other technologies to cut costs and modernize the US government.

Wired - 1d

Johnson urges Senate to wait for House to "do its work" on Trump agenda

House Republicans met for several hours with Trump Thursday, after GOP senators planned move forward with their own plan to enact Trump's priorities.

CBS News - 1d

Unity is working with Toyota on the next-gen human machine interface for cars

Unity was chosen by Toyota Motor to help it deliver a graphical user interface for Toyota’s next human-machine interface for cars.

VentureBeat - 1d

Susan F. Wood, Who Quit F.D.A. Over Contraception Pill Delay, Dies at 66

She left the agency saying politics had slowed the approval of the morning-after pill for over-the-counter use. Her resignation drew national attention.

The New York Times - 1d

'A Love Supreme' at 60: Musicians celebrate the timeless work of jazz genius

Musicians celebrate the 60th anniversary of John Coltrane's jazz masterpiece 'A Love Supreme'

Los Angeles Times - 1d

DOGE Teen Owns ‘Tesla.Sexy LLC’ and Worked at Startup That Has Hired Convicted Hackers

Experts question whether Edward Coristine, a DOGE staffer who has gone by “Big Balls” online, would pass the background check typically required for access to sensitive US government systems.

Wired - 2d

NOAA Employees Told to Pause Work With ‘Foreign Nationals’

An internal email obtained by WIRED shows that NOAA workers received orders to pause “ALL INTERNATIONAL ENGAGEMENTS.”