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The Papers: 'Benefits turmoil' and 'deal or no steel'
A backlash over proposed reform to the welfare system leads many papers, as does news of Trump's tariffs beginning.BBC News - 3d -
The Papers: 'Benefit cut for 1m' and 'Putin must not play games'
A mix of stories make up the front of Saturday's papers, with a focus on government spending cuts and the war in Ukraine.BBC News - 1d -
Senators to Trump Social Security nominee: 'You will be responsible' if benefits are interrupted
As the Social Security Administration cuts staff, that could impact the agency's ability to pay millions of benefit checks each month, Democratic senators warn.CNBC - 3d -
'Wealthy tax dodgers' could benefit from IRS layoffs, Democrats warn
Democrats says "wealthy tax dodgers" could see less IRS scrutiny amid agency layoffs. Here's what to know.CNBC - 4d -
Could Starmer be in for a benefits rebellion as tribes clash in his own party?
Labour may have ditched its factional in-fighting - but deep welfare cuts could reignite tensions.BBC News - 17h -
They lost their federal jobs and now can’t get jobless benefits: ‘You’re left watching your bank account slowly bleed’
Fired federal workers are having trouble getting unemployment benefits — and some experts fear that could spell trouble for the broader economy.MarketWatch - 17h -
'Wealthy tax dodgers' could benefit from IRS layoffs, Democrats warn
As the IRS faces mass layoffs, Congressional Democrats warn those staffing cuts could undermine the agency’s progress in collecting unpaid funds from “wealthy tax dodgers.”NBC News - 4d -
Kleptocrats to benefit from Trump DoJ’s anti-corruption pause, experts warn
Former prosecutors criticize Pam Bondi’s decision to halt enforcement of bribery laws as short-sighted and dangerous. A radical makeover at the US department of justice has seen key drives to fight ...The Guardian - 5d -
Danish Paper Artist Specializes in Large Paper Flowers
Some of the paper flowers created by Marianne Eriksen Scott-Hansen are as large as five feet across.The New York Times - 3d -
Danish Paper Artist Specializes in Large Paper Flowers
Some of the paper flowers created by Marianne Eriksen Scott-Hansen are as large as five feet across.The New York Times - 3d -
These tax cuts and benefits could help caregivers in crisis — can they get through Congress?
The financial burden of caring for ailing loved ones could be eased through two bipartisan legislative proposals introduced this week.MarketWatch - 1d -
Trump wants to go after criminal networks. A new approach to sanctions is needed.
President Trump has designated international drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, and a National Security Presidential Memorandum has been issued to intensify sanctions against Iran, ...The Hill - 5d -
The Papers: North Sea 'catastrophe' and beaming Kate pictured
The collision of ships lead many papers as the search for the remaining sailor is called off, with others reporting on Kate returning to the Commonwealth event.BBC News - 5d -
The Papers: 'Jail.. then hell' and ceasefire 'if Putin agrees'
Several papers lead on the emotional tribute John Hunt shared in court about wife Carol and daughters Louise and Hannah.BBC News - 4d -
How a hidden benefit of a Wells Fargo asset cap removal could save the bank billions
The bank paid $2.5 billion more in remediation efforts in 2023 than in 2018, which was a year before Charlie Scharf became CEO.CNBC - 4d -
The Papers: Ukraine's 'high-stakes talks' and 'nonsense planning delays' shake-up
This week's planned talks between Kyiv and Washington lead some papers, with others reporting on UK planning reforms.BBC News - 6d -
A Sydney caravan laden with explosives was a ‘fake terrorism plot’. Here’s what we know
Police say they believed soon after the caravan’s discovery in January that it was a ‘con job’, alleging it was fabricated by criminals for personal benefit. Follow our Australia news live blog ...The Guardian - 5d -
I moved to the sauna capital of the US. Could I take the heat?
A thriving sauna culture is growing in frosty Minnesota as people warm to the health benefits and sense of community. How much do you spend on health and wellness a month? First there was the ...The Guardian - 1d -
What is the International Criminal Court, which Duterte arrested?
The International Criminal Court has had former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte arrested on a warrant containing charges of murder as a crime against humanity over deadly anti-drugs crackdowns ...ABC News - 3d -
Australia cops say apparent antisemitic terror wave was a "criminal con"
Australian police say a wave of seemingly antisemitic attacks and threats was really a "fabricated terrorist plot, essentially a criminal con job."CBS News - 5d -
'Worrying' number of teens lose disability benefits
More than 124,000 young people have had claims for adult disability benefits refused, the BBC finds.BBC News - 4d -
Democrats Demand Answers on DOGE’s Use of AI
Members of the House Oversight Committee sent dozens of requests to federal agencies on Wednesday about their use of AI software—and how Elon Musk could benefit.Wired - 3d -
Democrats Demand Answers on DOGE’s Use of AI
Members of the House Oversight Committee sent dozens of requests to federal agencies on Wednesday about their use of AI software—and how Elon Musk could benefit.Wired - 3d -
US regulator backtracks on request to delay Amazon Prime trial
Federal Trade Commission lawyer had initially cited ‘extremely severe’ resource shortfall before changing tackFinancial Times - 3d -
Rodrigo Duterte, former Philippine president, is arrested on International Criminal Court warrant
Ex-Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested Tuesday on an Interpol arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court amid accusations that he committed crimes against humanity during ...NBC News - 5d -
Children in UK as young as 11 targeted by sextortion criminals, data reveals
Internet Watch Foundation says ‘worrying’ trend shows criminals are casting their nets wider to trap victims. • Our son was targeted by sextortionist online – here’s what we did . Children as ...The Guardian - 6d -
Tories announce policy to deport all foreign nationals with criminal convictions
Policy would apply to those seeking asylum as well as anyone who had been charged with or convicted of immigration offences. All foreign nationals in the UK who receive a criminal conviction would ...The Guardian - 5d -
South Korea charges air force pilots with criminal negligence in accidental bombing of village
South Korean military investigators charged two Air Force pilots on Thursday with criminal negligence over an accidental bombing of a village last week.NBC News - 2d -
Rock, Paper, Grenade — an unflinching portrait of 1990s Ukraine
Artem Chekh’s latest novel is a provocative and moving exploration of his country’s coming of ageFinancial Times - 5d -
Are there benefits to Trump's tariffs?
America's largest primary aluminum producer, Century Aluminum, applauded Trump's reinstatement of a 25% tariff on aluminum imports.The Hill - 3d -
Foreign criminals to face Home Office tagging
The move will target offenders and others thought to pose a threat to the public, who can not be deported.BBC News - 1d -
White House says Canada would 'benefit greatly' from becoming 51st state
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters that Canada would "benefit greatly" from becoming the 51st state as tensions continue over tariffs.NBC News - 4d -
Reuters beclowns itself, to Hamas’s benefit
Reuters retracted a report that falsely claimed a victim of a Palestinian terrorist attack was a member of Mossad, Israel's top intelligence agency, despite lacking evidence to support this claim.The Hill - 5d -
Does cutting welfare benefits work?
The government is to set out details of how it will save billions of pounds from the working welfare bill.BBC News - 1d -
Rules for repaying Social Security benefits are about to get stricter. Here's what to know.
If you receive more Social Security benefits than you are owed, you may face a 100% default withholding rate from your monthly checks once a new policy goes into effect.NBC News - 5d -
MS patients in England to benefit from major roll out of take-at-home pill
Cladribine tablet for those with active multiple sclerosis will reduce hospital visits and free up appointments. Thousands of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) in England are to become the ...The Guardian - 4d -
The Papers: 'Starmer's shock NHS takeover' and Putin's ceasefire terms
Starmer to axe NHS England, while Putin says "there are nuances" in response to a proposed 30-day Ukraine ceasefire.BBC News - 2d -
How oral health may be linked to heart and brain health
New research suggests a connection between oral bacteria and Alzheimer's disease, raising concerns for those with poor dental health. With nearly 700 species of bacteria in our mouths, experts say ...CBS News - 1d -
Diego Maradona medics go on trial accused of criminal negligence
Seven health professionals who worked with football legend in days before his death face trial in Argentina. An Argentinian neurosurgeon and six other medical professionals have gone on trial in ...The Guardian - 4d
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