Khanna Eyes Defense Department Contracting Excess Property for Doge Action

US education department plans to cut half its workforce

The mass layoffs will impact nearly 2,100 people who are set to be placed on leave from 21 March.

BBC News - 2d

Trump says McMahon made decisions on mass layoffs at Education Department

President Trump on Wednesday said Education Secretary Linda McMahon was behind the mass layoffs at the agency, not mentioning tech billionaire Elon Musk while defending the overhaul. “When we cut— ...

The Hill - 1d

Why student-loan borrowers ‘are going to feel the brunt’ of the Education Department layoffs

The cuts come during what was already set to be a period of mass upheaval for the student-loan system.

MarketWatch - 1d

Trump Firings Gut Education Department’s Civil Rights Division

Many of the office’s cases over the decades have served as a catalyst for broader policy change and social reforms.

The New York Times - 1d

What Trump's Department of Education dismantle means for the future of AI in schools

The U.S. education ecosystem is seeking ways to counteract diminished federal support through technology and, more specifically, artificial intelligence.

CNBC - 1d

Democratic-led states sue over dismantling of Education Department

The suit from 20 states and the District of Columbia comes two days after the federal agency fired more than 1,300 employees.

CBS News - 23h

Democratic Attorneys General Sue Over Gutting of Education Department

The Trump administration cut about half the agency’s work force, saying the move would enable it to deliver services more effectively. The attorneys general called the layoffs “reckless and illegal.”

The New York Times - 22h

Postal Service Reaches Deal With Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency

The U.S. Postal Service has long struggled with its finances. President Trump and Mr. Musk have both suggested it should be privatized.

The New York Times - 15h

Trump to speak at Justice Department to lay out his vision

Trump is speaking on "ending the weaponization of justice against Americans for their political leanings," White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.

CBS News - 1h

What to do while waiting for stock market-minded Trump to say enough is enough

Don't close your eyes. Just keep looking. Maybe the cavalry is on the horizon, it's just the rhetorical smoke that's blocking it.

CNBC - 4d

Max Fried ready to step up for Yankees after losing Gerrit Cole: 'I can't try to fill anyone else's shoes'

With Cole out for the year with Tommy John surgery, all eyes are on the newly signed Fried

CBS Sports - 3d

Luke Clanton wins two events, PGA Tour card, seeks national title for FSU

Luke Clanton and FSU won at the Seminole Intercollegiate but now eye another shot at a national title.

Yahoo Sports - 16h

Wisconsin basketball March Madness prediction: A look at where the Badgers could land after Northwestern win

The Badgers' 70-63 win over Northwestern on Thursday registers as a Quad 2 victory in the eyes of the selection committee.

Yahoo Sports - 15h

How do athletes manage sleep, and how can you improve yours?

For World Sleep Day, BBC Sport examines how athletes get their shut eye and explores the best sleep hygiene tips

Yahoo Sports - 11h

Patriots agree to deal with DT Milton Williams after initial reports had Panthers close

The Eagles are losing a key piece of their championship defense.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Lions agree to deal with free-agent CB D.J. Reed after coming up short in playoffs

The Lions are reshuffling the defense after a playoff loss.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Giants signing ex-Dolphins safety Jevon Holland to 3-year, $45.3M deal, including $30M guaranteed

The safety was one of the top defensive backs in free agency

CBS Sports - 3d

49ers' purge continues with release of DE Floyd

The 49ers released defensive end Leonard Floyd on Tuesday.

ESPN - 2d

2025 NFL free agency: Joey Bosa reportedly agrees to 1-year, $12.6 million deal with Bills

The Bills found quite a defensive-line reinforcement.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Chargers signing DT Naquan Jones

The Chargers continue to add to the defensive tackle room.

Yahoo Sports - 20h

Jets sign Byron Cowart

The Jets announced the signing of another defensive piece on Thursday.

Yahoo Sports - 5h

Will Canadians Warm Up to Mark Carney, the Liberal Party Front-Runner Eyeing Trudeau’s Job?

Mark Carney has pitched himself as the fix-it man who can set Canada back on track. As he seeks to lead the Liberal Party, the country’s biggest challenge may be President Trump.

The New York Times - 6d

ACC tournament bracket, schedule: Cooper Flagg, Duke look to extend dominance with eyes on NCAA title

Can anyone stop Cooper Flagg and Duke?

Yahoo Sports - 5d

The Players Championship first and second round tee times, how to watch: Scottie Scheffler eyeing three-peat at TPC Sawgrass

Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffele will be paired up for the first two rounds this week in Florida.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

After a Musk post, Canada professor convicted in absentia plunges back in public eye

Hassan Diab, who maintains innocence in 1980 Paris attack, fears extradition fight as rightwing media seizes on his case. Until recently, Hassan Diab’s life in Ottawa had begun to settle back into ...

The Guardian - 3d

As Trump eyes Greenland, election tests Arctic island's ambitions for independence from Denmark

With President Donald Trump setting his sights on acquiring Greenland, voters in the general election were thinking about the future status of the Arctic island.

NBC News - 3d

NWSL Power Rankings: 2025 season nears as Orlando Pride, Washington Spirit eye title game return

Here's how the NWSL clubs rank ahead of the campaign kicking off

CBS Sports - 2d

‘My career flashed before my eyes’: Steven McRae’s devastating onstage injury and proud return as Romeo

When the Royal Ballet star snapped his achilles tendon during a performance in 2019, he feared for his future in dance. A new documentary charts his gruelling recovery. Debuting in the role of ...

The Guardian - 11h

Eye Opener: Plane catches fire at Denver airport after making emergency landing

A plane bursts into flames at Denver's airport with more than 170 people on board, and we have the latest on how everyone survived. Also, President Trump threatens to target alcohol from Europe as ...

CBS News - 4h

Women's Bracketology: Stephen F. Austin seals spot, but all eyes on Ivy Madness

With the final two teams in the field facing off Friday, the center of the Bracketology universe is Providence, Rhode Island.

ESPN - 1h

‘A new phase’: why climate activists are turning to sabotage instead of protest

Tougher laws said to be inspiring clandestine attacks on the ‘property and machinery’ of the fossil fuel economy. It was raining and the sparkling lights of the City of London shone back from the ...

The Guardian - 6d

$1 billion in unclaimed tax refunds to expire soon: How to claim your money

The IRS warns that an estimated $1 billion in tax refunds from the 2021 tax year may become the property of the U.S. Treasury if over 1.1 million Americans do not file their tax returns by April ...

The Hill - 3d

Players Championship 2025: Scottie Scheffler's three-peat quest, Ludvig Åberg's ascension lead storylines

There's a lot to talk about at this week as action gets underway at TPC Sawgrass

CBS Sports - 3d

Bin workers in Birmingham begin indefinite all-out strike

The action follows weeks of on and off striking from the city's refuse workers.

BBC News - 3d

Watch: Jamie Oliver calls for more support for dyslexic children

The TV chef and campaigner met with the education secretary to ask for government action.

BBC News - 2d

How Closely Did You Follow Sports This Week? Take Our Quiz.

N.F.L. and N.H.L. stars changed teams in an action-packed stretch.

The New York Times - 1d

Vikings add Allen, Fries to strengthen both lines

The Vikings strengthened their defensive and offensive lines Tuesday, agreeing to deals with free agent defensive tackle Jonathan Allen and guard Will Fries.

ESPN - 2d