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Europe’s open-border dreams meet German politics
Brussels is preparing to scrutinize Germany’s border practices as Friedrich Merz’s government weighs whether to extend internal Schengen checks.
Trump promised RFK Jr. would ‘restore faith in American health care.’ A year in, trust has plummeted
Trust in government health agencies has plummeted, according to health policy and research group KFF, with declines across the political spectrum. And experts told CNN that they fear things could get worse.
Munich Security Conference warns of era of 'wrecking-ball politics'
As heads of state and government gather in Munich, a new report warns that the international order is under growing pressure, alliances are becoming more fragile, and geopolitical tensions are intensifying.
PFAS Chaos and the Politics of Liability
The latest version of the legislature's PFAS legislation exempts certain local governmental entities while leaving manufacturers and other private businesses fully subject to strict liability, raising serious equal protection concerns.
Trump news at a glance: White House rejects climate science and opens door to more pollution
Administration revokes bedrock scientific determination that removes government’s ability to limit pollution from cars and trucks
CIA pitches Chinese military officers on helping the US in new video amid officer purge in China
The CIA is ramping up its efforts to recruit Chinese spies by releasing a new Mandarin-language video on Thursday that appeals directly to the country’s military officers who may be disillusioned with the corruption in their current government and President Xi Jinping’s extensive purges of top generals.
Federal judge stops Trump plans to cut public health funding to Colorado, other Democratic-led states
The federal government had planned to cut grants that funded HIV prevention work and sexually transmitted disease surveillance in Colorado
Department of Homeland Security on track to shut down with lawmakers leaving Washington and an unresolved ICE fight
A bitterly divided Washington is headed for its third government funding lapse of President Donald Trump’s second term — this time, a partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security over the issue of federal immigration enforcement.
Former Las Vegas business owner faces prison time for not paying $1.2M in taxes
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A former business owner pleaded guilty Thursday to not paying employment taxes on behalf of the cleaning company she owned, causing a tax loss to the government of $1.2 mil…
Health care is now the engine of US job growth
Health care has quietly become the backbone of the U.S. labor market, propping up job growth as hiring stalls or reverses in sectors such as finance, retail, tech and government, The Wall Street Journal writes. Nearly all of the jobs added in January came from health care or health care-related roles, reflecting surging demand driven […]
RFK Jr. pledged more transparency. Here’s what the public doesn’t know anymore
Health experts say the federal government now shares less public health data, even after Robert F_ Kennedy Jr_ promised “radical transparency.”.
Ohio Democratic governor candidate Amy Acton makes pitch for addressing health care costs
At a press conference Tuesday, Ohio Democratic governor candidate Dr. Amy Acton said she’ll bring a whole-of-government approach to dealing with rising health care costs if she’s elected.
Kosovo’s parliament approves new gov’t ending yearlong political deadlock
Securing international loans and reforming health and education systems among the top priorities of the new government.
‘They put me on there to die’: conservatives unleash on GOP’s failures to carry out DOGE cost-cutting
The budget-slashing Department of Government Efficiency that upended the federal government at the start of President Donald Trump’s second term has stalled out on Capitol Hill, a reality that’s left conservative lawmakers fuming.
Kosovo's new Parliament approves new government ending political deadlock
PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) — Kosovo's new Parliament on Wednesday swiftly approved a new government led by Prime Minister Albin Kurti, ending a yearlong political deadlock in the Balkan country.
New York’s municipalities call out for help on Tin Cup Day
Tin Cup Day is an opportunity for local governments to hold out their figurative tin cup and ask the state for more funding to address community needs.
New York’s municipalities call out for help on Tin Cup Day
Tin Cup Day is an opportunity for local governments to hold out their figurative tin cup and ask the state for more funding to address community needs.
Only one House Dem voted in favor of voter ID, proof of citizenship in US elections
The House of Representatives passed a bill aimed at enhancing election security ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Venezuelans rally more openly as they navigate changing political landscape
As people participate in more protests, they’re demanding the government release political prisoners as it has pledged to do.
John Kitzhaber Is Still Fighting for His Oregon Health Plan
Today, surging health costs break budgets of people, businesses and governments alike. And the godfather of the state’s largest health insurance plan feels its stewards have lost their way.
U.K. Government Bonds Enter Period of Political Risk
The rise in yields reflects worries among that a successor to Starmer would would be tempted to spend more heavily on public services than currently planned, pushing government debt higher.
Humana’s Profit Outlook Adds to Health Insurance Gloom
Humana Inc. forecast profit that fell short of Wall Street’s expectations for the year, the latest insurer to disappoint investors as the industry grapples with rising costs and government pressure.
TrumpRx Opens for Business
The new government website is aimed at helping patients use their own money to buy prescriptions. Will it help them pay less?
Thai coffee chains cut default sugar content in coffee and tea drinks in a new health push
The Thai government is urging coffee chains to cut sugar in drinks by half to combat health issues.
Thai coffee chains cut default sugar content in coffee and tea drinks in a new health push
The Thai government is urging coffee chains to cut sugar in drinks by half to combat health issues. Starting Wednesday, nine major chains will reduce sugar in some beverages.
Scientists in Reading for workshops say climate change is here
Reading Uni hosts the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and Met Office to discuss weather.
Top medical groups join forces to review vaccine science as CDC faces criticism
The American Medical Association is launching an effort to evaluate vaccine safety and effectiveness independently of U.S. government health agencies
The Epstein files might bring down a government. Just not the US government.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is hanging by a thread.
MSU receives $7.54 million for Space Science Center
As Morehead State University continues to make national news for the work of students and faculty in its space science programs, it will now have even more resources to continue its mission. The MSU Space Science Center will receive a $7.54 million Community Project Funding earmark secured by U.S. Rep. Harold "Hal" Rogers (KY-05). The federal funding will provide payload operations for government and commercial space stations, allowing students to continue aerospace education and engineering in partnership with NASA and private space science companies. Learn about Space Systems Engineering at MSU by contacting Dr. Malphrus at b.malphrus@moreheadstate.edu or calling 606-783-2212.
Data breach exposes personal data of 25M Americans
Conduent data breach impact soars from 10 million to over 25 million affected Americans in massive government contractor cybersecurity incident involving sensitive data.
Utah Gov. Cox blames media after Trump calls Team USA athlete ‘loser’ for political comments
Utah Gov. Cox blamed journalists when asked about President Trump calling a Team USA athlete a “loser” for their criticism of the United States government.
Sterling Stays Weaker Even as U.K. Government Bond Yields Fall Amid Political Uncertainty
Pressure has mounted on the government over the appointment of Peter Mandelson, former British ambassador to Washington.
Judge gives Trump administration more time to unfreeze billions in funding for NY tunnel project
The Trump administration will need to unfreeze more than $16 billion earmarked for a major New York infrastructure project by Thursday unless a federal appeals court allows the government to continue withholding the funds, a federal judge ruled Monday.
Iowa lawmakers advance bill blocking local civil rights protections for transgender Iowans
House Study Bill 664 would block local governments from enforcing civil rights protections that go beyond what is written into state law.
What we know about science and tech figures named in the Epstein files
Newly released government records are now giving a much clearer look at how science and tech figures like Elon Musk may have connected to Jeffrey Epstein.
How the Epstein files are upending U.K. politics : Consider This from NPR
The latest disclosure from the U.S. Department of Justice’s investigation of Jeffrey Epstein is threatening the U.K. ruling government.New documents have led Peter Mandelson, a former ambassador to the U.S., to resign from Britain’s House of Lords and from the Labour Party.The fallout has already claimed two key staff members close to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and some in his own party are calling for him to step down too.Edward Luce, chief U.S. commentator for the Financial Times, helps explain the scandal – and why the reaction in the U.K. differs from the U.S.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Jordan-Marie Smith and Connor Donevan, with audio engineering by Hannah Gluvna. It was edited by Patrick Jarenwattananon and Michael Levitt. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
What happened in Iowa politics the week of Feb. 2-6
Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's State Government Reporter Katarina Sostaric review the latest from the Iowa Legislature.
What parents need to know about Trump Accounts: An FAQ
There has been a lot of attention paid to the new Trump Accounts – especially the promised $1,000 federal government contributions for eligible newborns and the public declarations by companies and philanthropists that they will be making contributions, too.
Federal government turns to fresher data to rein in Medicare Advantage upcoding
CMS is taking a new approach to limit one of the ways insurers are boosting profits in Medicare Advantage.
Chinese robot makers ready for Lunar New Year entertainment spotlight
In China, humanoid robots are serving as Lunar New Year entertainment, with their manufacturers pitching their song-and-dance skills to the general public as well as potential customers, investors and government officials.
Patient private capital is needed to help Asia plug its healthcare gaps
Governments have reached the threshold of what public finance alone can deliver.
Trump, California and the multi-front war over the next election
Local elections administrators across California say they have been preparing for once unthinkable threats to the midterms, from their own federal government.
Building Health Resilience in Burundi Through the America First Global Health Strategy - United States Department of State
On February 6, the United States and the Government of the Burundi signed a five-year bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that advances the America First Global Health Strategy while protecting Americans from infectious disease threats. Through the MOU, working with Congress, the Department of State intends to provide more than $129 million over the next […]
Haiti’s transitional council hands power to US-backed prime minister
Move comes after council tried to oust PM Fils-Aime and the US recently deployed warship to waters near Haiti’s capital.
Abbott discusses workforce, insurance costs with Laredo small business
Gov. Greg Abbott met with business and government leaders in Laredo to discuss workforce development, infrastructure needs and challenges facing small businesses.
AIPAC allies picked a candidate to target in New Jersey. They may have boosted a stronger critic of Israel
During a forum last month, Analilia Mejia was the only person running in the Democratic primary for New Jersey’s 11th District who raised her hand when asked if she agreed with human rights groups that say Israel has committed a genocide in Gaza, a charge the Israeli government rejects.
Former Scottish health secretary Jeane Freeman dies aged 7X
The former SNP politician was a key figure in the Scottish government's response to the Covid pandemic.
Business Lookahead: Near, far, wherever markets are
STORY: From Japan's snap election to key U.S. data, these are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week. :: Japan votesJapan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is hoping for a stronger mandate as voters head to the polls on Sunday.The closely-watched lower house election is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable in years.A strong showing by Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party would allow her to expand stimulus.That could heighten concerns about Japan's finances and push up government bond yields further in a selloff that could ripple out overseas.:: AI winners and losersCisco Systems and Germany's Siemens Energy report earnings on Wednesday.They've benefited from the AI boom in different ways, but now Barclays says that trade is "seeing extreme dispersion."That’s been evident in sliding software and data analytics stocks, which have plunged as traders focus on the existential threat posed by increasingly powerful AI models.AI enablers, companies contributing to the global AI data center build-out, meanwhile, have fared better. :: Delayed data dumpA double dose of major U.S. economic reports should give investors a critical view of the economy, following a delay by the recently ended three-day government shutdown.The January non-farm payrolls report, now due on Wednesday, is expected to show an increase of 70,000 jobs, according to a Reuters poll. Then, on Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics is set to release the January consumer price index, one of the most closely watched measures of inflation.
New Orleans City Council panel signs off on Steve Nelson as Public Works director
The New Orleans City Council’s Governmental Affairs Committee gave its seal of approval to Mayor Helena Moreno’s appointment of Steve Nelson as the director of the city’s Department of Public Works. The full council will still need to vote to confirm Nelson’s appointment.
Five things America, and California, might not know about Gavin Newsom
Governor’s memoir reportedly offers revelations but also draws attention to details of Newsom’s early years that may have been forgotten.
Trump expands his power to hire and fire 50,000 federal workers
Trump campaigned on a pledge to strip job protections from federal workers deemed by the president's team to be 'influencing' government policy.
Celebrity coaches and video applications: Here’s what we’re learning about Trump’s ‘Patriot Games’
The Trump administration is planning to match teen participants with celebrity coaches for its celebratory “Patriot Games” athletic contest scheduled this fall, according to spokesperson for the non-profit group leading the federal government’s celebrations.
International science cooperation must go on, say research leaders
Science leaders in Europe and Canada say international cooperation must go on amid geopolitical turmoil. At the same time, Europe and like-minded countries should continue to enhance and diversify international partnerships, a Science|Business conference hears. Hugh Brady, president of Imperial College London, told delegates that Europe’s response to the current geopolitical climate should be to “diversify in terms of research partnerships and build resilience and scale into our own system.”A first priority should be for the EU to sort out the scope of the upcoming European Competitiveness Fund and ensure that, together with the next iteration of Horizon Europe, it can drive the development and scale up of new technologies. The EU and the countries associated to the Horizon Europe programme represent “the world's most successful research innovation ecosystem,” Brady said. In order to mitigate the negative effects of shifting geopolitics, the EU together with the UK, Switzerland, Canada, South Korea and others should talk about “building resilience” and address their own “regional needs,” he added. Responding to TrumpUnder Donald Trump’s leadership, the US government has slashed science budgets and shut down international research programmes. Nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. While Europe may persuade a few thousand disgruntled scientists to move across the ocean to work on topics that have been de-funded in the US, it’s unclear what should happen next with transatlantic scientific cooperation more broadly.“Now is the time for us to show [US researchers] our support as much as we can,” Brady said.The European Research Council (ERC), the EU’s basic science funder, has seen a surge in applicants from the US. According its latest data, US-based researchers submitted 347 proposals to the last three big funding rounds, up from 158 in the previous set of calls. The European Commission has also launched a €22.5 million pilot call in 2025 for the Marie Skłodowska Curie Actions, the EU’s researcher training scheme. It plans to extend this support with a €51.25 million call in 2027 as part of the Choose Europe initiative, which is intended to make the continent a more attractive place to pursue a career in research. Related articlesData corner: US researchers are choosing EuropeEU-India deal highlights growing alignment on technology policyMeanwhile, in the private non-profit sector, the Volkswagen Foundation is experimenting with a new type of grant that would allow US researchers to split their time between the US and Germany. While these schemes are useful, Europe should not bet on an exodus of scientists from the US. “The idea that we might all see them flocking over to Europe is naïve and counterproductive,” said Maria Leptin, president of the ERC, also speaking at the Science|Business conference on February 5. “We need research in the US to be as healthy as possible. I really admire those who are staying there with a will to fight and an optimism that the world will turn into a better place again,” Leptin said. Preserving dataDespite political disruption, academics have found ways to continue cooperating and sharing research data. Leslie Weir, president of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions and Canada’s national librarian, said the US cuts have raised concerns about research data security, after ideologically sensitive databases were limited or deleted by the Trump administration. But international organisations teamed up to ensure that the data is not lost. “It's interesting to see that researchers and libraries across North America are collaborating to make sure that data at risk is duplicated elsewhere outside [the US],” Weir said.
Exclusive | Trump Administration to Make It Easier to Fire 50,000 Federal Workers
A rule expected to be completed on Thursday would create a government-employee category that offers fewer job protections.
9/11 health program finally wins permanent funding as Trump signs bill
The 9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act was included in a new round of government funding signed Feb. 3 by President Trump.
Trump’s environmental, small business chiefs visit Palisades, echo federal order to speed up permitting
The EPA’s Lee Zeldin and SBA’s Kelly Loeffler visited the Palisades, where they echoed the need for faster permitting facilitated by the federal government, amid pushback defending loca…
California leaders decry Trump call to 'nationalize' election, say they're ready to resist
California officials say they are ready to resist should the federal government attempt to assert control over the state’s voting system, as President Trump has suggested it should.
Whistleblower complaint centers on sharing of classified intelligence and reporting of a potential crime, watchdog says
A complaint filed last year by a US intelligence community whistleblower that is now being scrutinized by lawmakers includes claims that the distribution of a highly classified intelligence report had been “restricted for political purposes” and that an intelligence agency lawyer had failed to report a potential crime to the Justice Department, a government watchdog told lawmakers earlier this week.
Carney’s government is cutting hundreds of environment and science jobs. Here’s what that means for Canadians
Scientists and labour leaders are warning that cuts to Environment and Climate Change Canada could significantly impact the health and safety of Canada's wildlife, environment and people.
Trump admin. attorney leaves Minnesota after telling judge her job ‘sucks’ amid crush of immigration cases
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement attorney detailed to Minnesota to help handle the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities has been removed from her post after telling a judge that the job “sucks” because of the crushing workload and the government’s apparent inability to comply with court orders.
Trump’s Call to ‘Nationalize’ Elections Adds to State Officials’ Alarm
Some top state election officials, who run voting across the country, worry that the federal government has become hostile to them and their work.
CA Democrats blast spending plan without health insurance subsidies as Trump pushes alternative
The spending package approved this week keeps the federal government funded, but it does not address the expiration of key Affordable Care Act health care subsidies.
Trump says states are agents of federal government in elections
President Donald Trump on Tuesday claimed that “a state is an agent for the federal government in elections,” as he defended his call for Republicans to nationalize elections.
US House passes $1.2 trillion spending package to end government shutdown
The spending package only funds the Department of Homeland Security for two weeks, through February 13.
DC Wrap: Government shutdown over; Iranian drone shot down; Clintons to testify
A look at the day's biggest stories in national politics
House passes budget bill to end partial government shutdown
The measure funds most of the federal government through Sept. 30, while providing the Department of Homeland Security with short-term funding for two weeks. Lawmakers will return to negotiate potential changes for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement as Democrats demand more restrictions on its operations.
House passes funding bill to reopen government and sends it to Trump for his signature
The House on Tuesday passed a sprawling spending package that will end the partial government shutdown — but created another funding cliff for the Department of Homeland Security in two weeks.
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Which House GOP lawmaker voted against ending shutdown?
Only one Republican ultimately voted against advancing a government funding bill, which moved ahead on a 217-215 vote.
The Review of Politics is pleased to welcome Thom Brooks to our editorial advisory board.
Professor Brooks serves as Principal of Collingwood College and holds a personal Chair in Law, Ethics and Government at Durham University, whe...
UK’s Mandelson to resign from House of Lords over Epstein ties
Police are looking into allegations Peter Mandelson may have passed sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein.
Judiciary Committee advances efforts to limit foreign influence by Cuba, China on Florida governments
Legislation would increase disclosure requires for those advocating for countries of concern and restricting the awarding of contracts.
Former Farming Leaders Warn U.S. Agriculture Could Face ‘Widespread Collapse’
A group of past government officials and the former heads of farming associations issued a dire warning to members of Congress.
Live updates: Trump to meet Colombia’s president as Republicans signal swift end to government shutdown
Millions Of Legal Immigrants Are About to Lose Access To Government Loans for Small Businesses
The Small Business Administration is cutting off lending to any business with any amount of non-citizen ownership, excluding more than 5 million business owners from federal loans.
Government shutdown could end today. Live updates
The House of Representatives is readying a vote on a government funding package to end the partial shutdown over DHS reforms.
Illinois joins World Health Organization network, after Trump administration withdraws from group
Joining the World Health Organization’s Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network is the state’s latest move into an area that was previously the domain of the federal government, before the…
In Trump’s Fraud Crackdown, Political Foes Face Harshest Scrutiny
State officials say the president’s actions are a new form of retribution, even as the White House has pardoned allies charged with defrauding government.
More than 10,000 Ph.D. science experts left U.S. government jobs last year
Trump says federal government should 'take over' state elections
Trump repeated without evidence his long-running claim that U.S. elections are beset by widespread fraud.
Deal to Reopen Government on Shaky Ground in the House
Some hard-line House Republicans have balked at the deal Senate Democrats struck with President Trump to fund the government, complicating its path to enactment.
Plan to end government shutdown survives key House hurdle after Trump quells GOP rebellion threats
The House is preparing for a crucial vote on a Senate compromise to end the partial government shutdown.
DoJ Makes Appalling Mistakes In Release of New Epstein Files
The government included nude photos and failed to redact the names of some victims in its latest document drop.
Here’s What to Know About the Partial Government Shutdown
A bipartisan spending deal couldn’t clear Congress in time to prevent a lapse in federal funding for some departments. The House must pass it to fully reopen the government.
All eyes on Johnson as House returns amid partial government shutdown
The speaker faces tough days ahead trying to pass a federal funding package and prevent a prolonged partial government shutdown
Column: Minneapolis killings expose government lies, brutality
Minneapolis killings expose government lies, brutality
CalMatters’ “visionary” co-founder, Dave Lesher, retires
Co-founder Dave Lesher turned CalMatters into one of California’s most influential newsrooms — and launched new tools to make your government transparent
EU reaffirms commitment to science-based multilateralism
Countries are meeting in Geneva for the first Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution plenary.
Speaker Johnson must sell conservatives on funding deal Democrats pushed for — or risk lengthy government shutdown
House Speaker Mike Johnson is back in Washington this week with a tough ask for his fellow Republicans: accept a funding deal that Democrats pushed for or risk another painful, prolonged government shutdown.
What happened in Iowa politics the week of Jan. 26-30
Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's State Government Reporter Katarina Sostaric review the latest from the Iowa Legislature.
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Partial US government shutdown likely to continue amid funding standoff
Speaker Mike Johnson is ‘convinced’ the impasse over homeland security funding will be resolved by Tuesday
Q&A: Commissioner Justin Rodriguez explains why county government is becoming a political battleground
Texas' largest counties have frequently run up against the state's GOP in its quest to innovate, putting a bigger spotlight on their leaders.
India hands Apple a win by letting foreign firms fund equipment for manufacturers
India's government on Sunday handed a major win to Apple by allowing foreign companies to freely provide machines to their contract manufacturers set up in certain areas for five years, without fearing any tax risk.
World Laureates Summit: Can science give a blueprint for our future?
In a landmark convergence of intellect and governance, the World Laureates Summit (WLS) opens on Sunday in Dubai, gathering over 150 of the world's most eminent scientists, policymakers, and institutional leaders.Convened alongside the 2026 World Governments
Can Pakistan Contain the Violent Politics of Blasphemy?
The government’s ban on Tehreek-e-Labbaik reduced blasphemy violence but will take work to maintain.