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Reeves confirms 15% cut to Civil Service running costs
Savings will be from back office and administrative roles rather than front-line services, chancellor tells the BBC.BBC News - 1d -
Postal Service signs cost-cutting deal with DOGE
The United States Postal Service said it has signed a deal with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to cut costs at the agency. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy told congressional leaders ...The Hill - Mar. 13 -
Department of Education workforce slashed in half
The Department of Education says more than 2,100 civil service workers will lose their jobs. The department says all of its divisions are impacted by the reduction. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell ...NBC News - Mar. 11 -
Civil Service reforms will be radical, minister vows
Measures including linking the pay of senior civil servants to performance are expected to be unveiled this week.BBC News - Mar. 9 -
House bill lets Secret Service cover local costs of protecting Trump
A bill introduced in the House would allow the Secret Service to reimburse local law enforcement agencies for the costs of protecting President Trump. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.) reintroduced a bill ...The Hill - 4d -
Justice Department office that prosecutes public corruption slashed in size, sources say
The Trump administration is slashing the size of the Justice Department's unit that oversees prosecutions of public officials accused of corruption, three sources told NBC News.NBC News - Mar. 11 -
The Rachel Reeves Weekender: Civil Service Cuts Confirmed
What could the Spring Statement mean for the UK?BBC News - 1d -
Childcare costs fall for the first time in 15 years – but nurseries are worried
The Coram charity's survey shows annual nursery costs for a child under two in England have fallen.BBC News - 4d -
NZ prodigy, 15, youngest to run sub-four-minute mile
Aged 15, New Zealand's Sam Ruthe becomes the youngster person in history to run a sub-four-minute mile.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Civil servants told to deliver or leave as Labour overhauls Whitehall
Highest-paid mandarins at top of organisation will face stricter performance monitoringFinancial Times - Mar. 9 -
Unions on alert as Labour prepares to unveil ‘Trumpian’ plan for civil service
Performance-related pay, exit process for poor performers and more digitalisation among proposed measures intended to revolutionise Whitehall. Highly controversial plans to revolutionise Whitehall ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
UK cracks down on civil service credit cards after spending quadruples
Officials will have to reapply for procurement cards as part of war on waste in WhitehallFinancial Times - 6d -
DHS gutting offices that offer civil rights and immigration liaison services
The Department of Homeland Security said the offices "function as internal adversaries that slow down operations."CBS News - 2d -
DHS gutting offices that offer civil rights and immigration liaison services
The Department of Homeland Security said the offices "function as internal adversaries that slow down operations."CBS News - 2d -
The Papers: 'Reeves wields axe on Civil Service' and 'boxing says bye George'
A mix of stories make up the front of the Sunday papers.BBC News - 1d -
Defense Department webpage on Jackie Robinson's military service suddenly missing amid DEI purge
A Department of Defense webpage describing baseball and civil rights icon Jackie Robinson’s military service is now missingABC News - 4d -
NHS England looks to slash central staffing by half
Announcement comes as ministers start to bring senior leadership of health service body into central governmentFinancial Times - Mar. 10 -
Republicans' reckless assault on clean energy will cost them
The GOP spending bill is a slash-and-burn blueprint for enacting President Trump’s extreme agenda, and it will throw American industries and families into chaos.The Hill - Mar. 14 -
Could Starmer's regulation shake-up mean a 'bonfire of the quangos'?
The PM will pledge to slash the costs of regulation with an "active government" in a speech later.BBC News - Mar. 13 -
VOTE: Naples Daily News Athlete of the Week sponsored by Elevate Home Services for March 3-15
There are 10 athletes are up for this week's award, which is sponsored by Elevate Home Services. Voting will close at 10 a.m. on Thursday.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Senate Republicans tell Musk to send his cuts to Congress
The DOGE chief was told that legislative action could enshrine his slashing.Politico - Mar. 5 -
Conte endures worst Serie A run in 15 years after Venezia 0-0 Napoli
Antonio Conte is currently living through his worst run of results in Serie A in close to 15 years, dating back to his time with Atalanta in 2010, following the 0-0 draw between Venezia and Napoli ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Government debt costs in richest nations at highest since 2007
Payments by OECD countries outstrip amount spent on defence, police services and housing, report finds. Business live latest updates The cost of government debt payments in the world’s richest ...The Guardian - 4d -
Alphabet aims to slash cost of new nuclear with small reactor deployments, CIO says
Alphabet's Google unit struck a deal last October to buy power from small modular reactors under development by Kairos Power.CNBC - Mar. 10 -
While Trump slashes jobs, his golf trips are costing taxpayers millions | Mohamad Bazzi
The US president is condemning ‘waste’ and firing workers – while cashing in by traveling to his own resorts. It’s no secret that Donald Trump loves to golf, especially at his own resorts. But ...The Guardian - Mar. 17 -
Alibaba-affiliate Ant combines Chinese and U.S. chips to slash AI development costs
Alibaba-affiliate Ant Group is using both Chinese and U.S.-made semiconductors to make its AI more efficient, according to a source familiar with the matter.CNBC - 10h -
State Reforms + the State of Reform
We look at plans for a civil service shake-up and at division in Reform UK.BBC News - Mar. 9 -
The Bengals told us exactly who they are by extending Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins
By giving Chase 15 percent more than Justin Jefferson -- and keeping Tee Higgins -- the Bengals want to blind you with fireworks.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Heathrow Airport reopens after nearby fire — but travelers told to expect delays
British Airways said it expects around 85% of its Saturday Heathrow schedule to run as planned, but warned customers to expect delays.CNBC - 1d -
Media advocates warn Trump’s cuts to Voice of America embolden autocrats
Order to slash funding to pro-democracy broadcasters part of efforts to radically reduce government servicesFinancial Times - Mar. 16 -
Poll shows strong disapproval of Musk cost-cutting as US agencies end leases
‘Department of government efficiency’ to terminate 793 leases as poll says 60% of voters disapprove of Musk agency. US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump and Elon Musk face ...The Guardian - Mar. 14 -
15 Best Free VR Games To Play In 2025
2025 is one of the best times to be a VR gamer, and thanks to the power of new devices and the hard work of developers, you can access an array of high-quality titles at absolutely zero cost. While ...GameSpot - Mar. 14 -
Mistakes cost Mavs in baseball season opener
Mar. 17—MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake High School baseball team opened the 2025 season with a 5-2 loss to Mt. Si (Snoqualmie) on Friday afternoon. Moses Lake coach Donnie Lundgren told his team after ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
A 15-year-old New Zealander has becomes the youngest athlete to run a sub 4-minute mile
New Zealander Sam Ruthe became the youngest athlete to run a sub-four minute mile when he broke the mark Tuesday 24 days short of his 16th birthday. Ruthe ran 3 minutes, 58.35 seconds in a paced ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Longtime Harris supporters torn on possible 2028 presidential run
Many of former Vice President Kamala Harris' long-time national supporters told ABC News they are lukewarm on a potential 2028 presidential run.ABC News - 5d -
Reeves orders £2bn Whitehall cuts to help repair public finances
Chancellor’s civil service efficiency drive comes as government faces pressure from Trump administration over tech taxFinancial Times - 1d -
Cheltenham festival crowds will be down this week for third year running
CEO says accommodation costs affecting attendance Course claims that changes will spark revival in 2026 Cheltenham racecourse has effectively confirmed that crowds at its showpiece meeting will ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Millions take on labor and costs of aging loved ones' long-term care
Nearly 70% of Americans aged 65 and older will require some form of long-term care during their lifetime, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. An estimated 53 million ...CBS News - 6d -
Beatings, bribery, boredom: one man’s struggle to survive Syria’s brutal civil war
At 18, Mustafa was told his only way out of prison was to join the regime forces. After 14 years, his past as one of Assad’s fighters could get him killed. Mustafa was 16 when he was detained and ...The Guardian - Mar. 13 -
Dolphins bring in Alexander Mattison to bolster running back room, AP source says
The Miami Dolphins added a power-running veteran to their running back room on Thursday, agreeing to a deal with Alexander Mattison, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13
