Trump commends Zelensky ahead of White House talks
The US leader plays down earlier frictions and predicts a “very good meeting” on Friday.
Day: February 28, 2025
Musk claims USAID’s Ebola prevention efforts have restarted after DOGE cuts. Officials disagree
‘There was a waiver for Ebola, but USAID funds have never been back online,’ a current official said
Stabbing suspect arrested at University of Virginia and a victim is in critical condition
Police at the University of Virginia say a stabbing suspect has been arrested, and one person has been taken to a hospital.
Israel’s military admits ‘complete failure’ in preventing Hamas’s Oct 7 attack
Israel’s military admits failure in preventing the October 7 Hamas attack, with overconfidence and misjudgments highlighted in an internal report. In total, the conflict resulted in significant casualties on both sides. Ceasefire talks continue in Cair…
Iowa lawmakers vote to remove gender identity protections from civil rights code
Iowa lawmakers voted to remove gender identity protections from the state’s civil rights code Thursday despite massive protests by opponents and human rights advocates who say it could expose transgender people to discrimination in numerous areas of life.
N. Korea showcases ‘counterattack’ abilities with new missile tests
Nuclear-armed North Korea said on Friday it had tested strategic cruise missiles to warn its enemies of its “counterattack” capabilities and readiness of its nuclear might, as neighboring South Korea prepares for its “Freedom Shield” military exercise…
Nations salvage funding deal to reverse wildlife decline – BBC.com
Nations salvage funding deal to reverse wildlife decline BBC.comCop16 nature summit agrees deal at 11th hour but critics say it is not enough The GuardianBiodiversity Talks in Rome End The New York TimesGreen diplomacy …
Nations salvage funding deal to reverse wildlife decline – BBC.com
Nations salvage funding deal to reverse wildlife decline BBC.comCop16 nature summit agrees deal at 11th hour but critics say it is not enough The GuardianBiodiversity Talks in Rome End The New York TimesGreen diplomacy …
Microsoft Releases a Copilot App For Mac
Microsoft has released a native Copilot app for macOS, offering AI-powered text and image generation, dark mode, and a Command + Space shortcut. The Verge reports: Microsoft is launching this new Copilot Mac app in the US, UK, and Canada today, and the…
Musk urges retired air traffic controllers to come back as he continues to slash federal workforce
Billionaire’s plea came hours before FAA announced a recruitment drive for entry-level positions