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Slack outage takes down widely used messaging app

Slack platform outage left users unable to use the collaboration messaging app, throwing a wrench in the work day.

CBS News - 5h

EU and UK in talks about Europe-wide defence funding amid fear of US pullback

Donald Trump’s re-engagement with Russia has given new urgency to European discussions

Financial Times - 2d

Trudeau Uses Canada’s Hockey Win Over U.S. to Send a Message to Trump

Canada beat the U.S. in a championship game with added meaning because of political tensions caused by President Trump’s taunts and economic threats.

The New York Times - 5d

NFL combine: Is Travis Hunter best as a wide receiver or cornerback?

The intrigue surrounding Hunter isn’t just about where he’ll be drafted, but how an NFL team will choose to deploy him.

Yahoo Sports - 21h

Trump backs Musk and DOGE in wide-ranging first Cabinet meeting

President Trump held his first Cabinet meeting at the White House on Wednesday and weighed in on a wide range of topics.

CBS News - 8h

Pope asks for prayers in message from hospital

The pontiff is receiving hospital treatment as the Vatican warns his condition is still critical.

BBC News - 3d

Crockett delivers blunt message to Musk: 'F--- off'

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) delivered a short and blunt message to tech billionaire Elon Musk on Tuesday when approached by a reporter outside the Capitol. “If you could speak directly to Elon ...

The Hill - 1d

Dynasty Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Rankings: Tee Higgins a volatile assets, plus how to rank young WRs

Updated wide receiver rankings for Dynasty leagues

CBS Sports - 1d

Macron's message to Trump: 'You can’t be weak in the face of Putin'

French President Emmanuel Macron says he intends to tell Donald Trump that it’s in the joint interest of Americans and Europeans not to “be weak” in the face of Russia’s Vladimir Putin, amid ...

ABC News - 5d

Minister sacked over WhatsApp messages faces standards probe

Andrew Gwynne is investigated over "actions causing significant damage to the reputation of the House".

BBC News - 5d

Canada’s Hockey Victory Sends a Message to Trump: Hands Off

The routine friendly bet between leaders of Canada and the United States before hockey games was replaced by taunts and heightened stakes on Thursday.

The New York Times - 4d

Pope Francis shares message after a peaceful night in the hospital

Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni's one-line statement early Sunday didn't mention if Francis was out of bed or eating breakfast. "The night passed quietly, the pope rested."

CBS News - 3d

Beware of text messages about unpaid tolls, FBI and state authorities warn

Drivers should be on the lookout for scam text messages warning of an unpaid road toll bill, according to recent warnings from authorities.

The Hill - 3d

Booker says firing Joint Chiefs chairman sends 'dangerous message' to the military

Booker says firing Joint Chiefs chairman sends a ‘dangerous message’ to the military on political loyalty.

NBC News - 3d

European Council chief Costa shares solidarity message with Ukraine

Yahoo News - 2d

Ex-leader of Reform in Wales accused of taking bribes for pro-Russia messages

Nathan Gill made comments and wrote media articles on Ukraine while an MEP, court hears

Financial Times - 2d

Musk's email ultimatum leads to mixed messages: From the Politics Desk

Federal employees started another work week receiving mixed messages from the top after Elon Musk's weekend email ultimatum.

NBC News - 2d

Republicans who got an earful from constituents have message for Trump and DOGE

After hearing from constituents at town hall meetings in their districts last week, one Republican congressman says he wants to convey their concerns about DOGE to Trump.

ABC News - 1d

Confusion among federal workers over mixed messages on Elon Musk email

There were new mixed messages from the White House with special advisor Elon Musk now threatening "termination" for federal employees who don't respond to an email asking what they did last week. ...

CBS News - 1d

Gabbard Says More Than 100 Intelligence Officers Fired for Chat Messages

The chats had been set up to discuss sensitive security matters. But a group of employees used them for discussions that contained sexual themes, intelligence officials said this week.

The New York Times - 14h

Gabbard moves to fire 100+ intel officers over explicit chat messages

Tulsi Gabbard, the director of national intelligence, has moved to fire more than 100 intelligence officers over explicit chats they allegedly sent around in an internal agency messaging board. ...

The Hill - 11h

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sends pointed message after Canada beats USA in 4 Nations Face-Off

Trudeau was fired up after the Canadians' win on Thursday night in Boston

CBS Sports - 5d

Caleb Williams kept messaging Ben Johnson during Super Bowl 59, Bears coach says

Johnson says the 2024 No. 1 overall pick is 'hungry' as they begin working together

CBS Sports - 10h

Tulsi Gabbard fires more than 100 intelligence officers over messages in a chat tool

Tulsi Gabbard said she fired more than 100 intel officers for using a government chat tool to discuss topics including polyamory, gender transition, and their political views.

NBC News - 7h

Defending Europe without the US

European capitals are attempting to fill the security gap

Financial Times - 5d

The US is now the enemy of the west

Washington has decided to abandon both Ukraine and its postwar role in the world

Financial Times - 1d

Ukraine agrees minerals deal with US

Kyiv hopes agreement on jointly exploring resources will improve relations with Trump administration

Financial Times - 1d

US Republicans lost in Germany’s elections

American election meddling did not boost the far-right AfD’s prospects.

The Hill - 12h

If You’re Not Using a CRM, What Are You Waiting for?

Combine your CRM with direct marketing, and join the J.Crew and IKEA club.

Inc. - Feb. 19

Mexico to reform constitution in wake of US terrorism designations

Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum says she will propose reforms to the country’s constitution to protect Mexico’s sovereignty after U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration designated six ...

ABC News - 6d

The Watergate-Inspired Law That’s Being Used to Fight DOGE

Here's how the 1974 Privacy Act is being used in legal battles against DOGE—and how you can protect yourself from government surveillance.

Wired - 6d

Using Ted Danson in ‘A Man on the Inside’ as Fashion Inspiration

A sartorial remaking, inspired by Ted Danson’s character on “A Man on the Inside.”

The New York Times - 6d

US moves to dismiss SpaceX discrimination lawsuit

Elon Musk has objected to allegations that rocket maker unlawfully discriminated against asylum seekers and refugees

Financial Times - 6d

Can Europe afford to defend itself without the US?

Also in this newsletter: The EU’s peace offering in Trump’s trade war

Financial Times - 5d

DOGE Sparks Surveillance Fear Across the US Government

The US government has increased the use of monitoring tools over the past decade. But President Donald Trump’s employee purges are making workers worry about how their data could be abused.

Wired - 5d