Average springtime temperatures rising across U.S.

While there are still a few more weeks of winter, warmer temperatures are sweeping the U.S. Data from the nonprofit Climate Central shows that over the past few decades, temperatures in spring have been rising steadily, bringing with it a host of challenges. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff reports.

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Weather tracker: temperatures hit record highs across South America

Rio de Janeiro reached 44C, its highest temperature for more than a decade, last Monday. While North America grappled with widespread cold and wintry conditions last week, South America – now in ...
The Guardian - 4d
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 - Feb. 21
Trump Plans to Use Military Sites Across the Country to Detain Undocumented Immigrants

The move would be a drastic escalation by the White House to militarize immigration enforcement.
The New York Times - Feb. 21
324 contaminants found in drinking water systems across US: Research

A survey of nearly 50,000 water networks nationwide revealed a staggering 324 different contaminants flowing out of American taps — with detectable levels of various pollutants showing up in nearly ...
The Hill - 2d
Temperatures set to plummet this weekend

Yahoo News - 7h
The rise of browser-use agents: Why Convergence’s Proxy is beating OpenAI’s Operator

A new wave of AI-powered browser-use agents is emerging, promising to transform how enterprises interact with the web. These agents, including OpenAI's Operator and Convergence's Proxy, can ...
VentureBeat - 6d
Fantasy basketball: Don't be surprised if ... Tyrese Maxey averages 30 PPG

Eric Karabell forecasts what lies ahead for three players coming out of the All-Star break.
ESPN - Feb. 21
Accessibility Is Taking a Hit Across the Sciences

Confusion has ensued about the future of programs and research supporting people with disabilities as a result of President Trump’s executive order.
The New York Times - 6d
DeepSeek spreads across China with Beijing’s backing

AI start-up’s models are being rapidly adopted by state-owned enterprises, hospitals and local governments
Financial Times - 2d
Map shows measles cases across U.S.

Measles cases are popping up across the United States, including an outbreak in Texas that has led to the death of a child.
CBS News - 7h
Hot streak or cold spell? NCAA Tournament temperature check for 11 bubble teams as March begins

Some of college basketball's top at-large candidates are trending in divergent directions as March arrives
CBS Sports - 10h
The average IRS tax refund is more than 32% lower so far this season, early filing data shows. Here's why

The average IRS tax refund is more than 32% lower so far this season, according to early filing data. Here's what to know.
CNBC - 2d
Fed Flags Rising Inflation Risks and Rising Uncertainty About Trump’s Policies

Rates cuts are still on the menu, but like many businesses, Fed officials are having a tough time judging the impact of Trump’s tariff and immigration plans.
Inc. - Feb. 20
Maps show NOAA's spring weather outlook across U.S.

Much of the country is forecast to see warmer-than-average temperatures and drought conditions this spring, according to NOAA.
CBS News - Feb. 21
Game investments and M&A totaled $17.5B across 985 deals in 2024 | DDM

As the games industry moves on from “survive til 25,” 2024 games investment and M&A data revealed recovery and improvement, DDM said.
VentureBeat - Feb. 21
Chinese medical devices are in health systems across U.S., and the government and hospitals are worried

Chinese-made medical devices are found in almost every corner of the medical ecosystem, from hospitals to clinics, and the government is getting more concerned.
CNBC - 4d
Tesla sales slid by nearly 50% across Europe at the start of 2025

A drop in new registrations for Tesla came even as sales of battery-electric vehicles rose an overall 34% in the region, with Volkswagen and SAIC Motor increasing their market share.
MarketWatch - 3d
How Trump's tariffs on Mexico and Canada will sweep across the U.S., state by state

From Maine to Montana to New Mexico, states across the U.S. will face significant economic issues from President Donald Trump's trade war on Mexico and Canada.
CNBC - 3d
Texas measles outbreak worsens with 124 cases across nine counties

Highly contagious disease spreads among Mennonite community as 18 people hospitalized. A measles outbreak in rural west Texas has grown to 124 cases across nine counties, the state health ...
The Guardian - 2d
Costco announces new locations for 2025 across 5 states: Here's where

All but one of the announced U.S. locations are scheduled to open in March.
The Hill - 1d
GPs to offer online appointments across the day in reform deal

UK health secretary says deal will end ‘8am scramble’ to see a doctor and free up phone lines
Financial Times - 20h
The political rise of the anti-vax movement

As traditional parties decline, vaccine scepticism has become one of the anti-establishment forces filling the vacuum
Financial Times - 2d
Britain’s household energy bills to rise from April

Regulator Ofgem lifts quarterly price cap 6.4% following increase in wholesale costs
Financial Times - 3d
Testosterone replacement therapy is rising in popularity. What is it?

Testosterone replacement therapy, also known as TRT, has surged in popularity, but there are potential risks. Here's what to know.
CBS News - 3d
Progressives tap a rising star to deliver their response to Trump

Politico - 2d
Restructuring activity rises as companies feel the squeeze

Consultants predict a wave of work this year from UK businesses facing financial pressure
Financial Times - 1d
Rough sleeping rises for third year in a row in England

The number of people sleeping rough in England has risen by a fifth in a year, according to new snapshot estimates.
BBC News - 1d
Can Starmer rise to meet his Bismarck moment?

Labour will use the geopolitical crisis to defy its own members about the new priorities for a rearming economy
Financial Times - 1d
Unemployment claims rise to 242,000, the highest in 3 months

Figures do not include layoffs ordered by the Department of Government Efficiency. Analysts expect those to show up in coming weeks.
CBS News - 1d
Inflation Is Rising. What Will That Mean for Trump’s Tariffs?

Consumer sentiment has turned south as high prices weigh on households. Could that crimp big pieces of the president’s economic agenda, including tariffs?
The New York Times - 15h
Employee Fears of an Economic Downturn Rise on Latest Data

Though recent bumps in joblessness, growth, and inflation data remain minor, workers still worry that Trump’s tariffs, mass federal employee layoffs, and spending cuts could tank the economy.
Inc. - 9h
Sen. Booker says ‘we are seeing real crises’ across U.S. from Trump and Musk cuts: Full interview

Democratic Sen. Cory Booker (N.J.) says Americans are feeling the “pain” of federal cuts from the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency headed by billionaire Elon Musk.
NBC News - 5d
Bitcoin slides below $90,000 amid crypto selloff; Tesla sales almost halve across Europe – business live

Bitcoin has tumbled below $90,000 to hit the lowest since mid-November, as rising volatility hits crypto market. Full story: Tesla sales almost halve in Europe as Musk faces criticism over Trump ...
The Guardian - 3d
Trial begins in Germany for 4 alleged Hamas members accused of seeking weapons caches across Europe

A trial has begun in Germany for four alleged Hamas members suspected of organizing weapons caches across Europe
ABC News - 3d
Tens of thousands of Palestinians seek shelter after Israeli assaults across the West Bank

Nearly 40,000 Palestinians driven from their homes by Israel's month-long offensive in the West Bank have scattered across nearby villages and towns, trying to find shelter
ABC News - 22h
The Odds of a City-Killing Asteroid Hitting Earth Keep Rising

The likelihood of 2024 YR4 colliding with the our planet in 2032 have ticked up to over 3 percent. Is it time to start worrying?
Wired - Feb. 20
Jobless Claims Rise a Little, But Do Not Yet Reflect DOGE Layoffs

Unemployment claims for the week of Feb. 15 were slightly more than expected, but don’t yet reflect the aggressive efforts of Elon Musk’s group.
Inc. - Feb. 20
StanChart CEO says bonus cap led to ‘grotesque’ banker pay rises

Lender reduces chief executive’s basic pay by 40% but higher reward possible after UK’s abolition of cap
Financial Times - Feb. 21
Men: Mizzou likely isn't done rising after beating Alabama

Alabama's defensive struggles are Missouri's gain this week. Plus, Wisconsin, Michigan State surge as Purdue, Memphis drop and Louisville returns.
ESPN - Feb. 21