Posts by Kevin Harson
‘Shadow government’? Billionaire Elon Musk’s grip on U.S. government spending raises questions
The world’s richest man, acting as an unelected “efficiency” consultant to President Trump, has in recent days managed the rare feat of overshadowing his boss — presuming to storm into and begin closing out government agencies at will. After two weeks of chaos caused by Trump’s own unilateral executive orders to radically alter the federal…
Read MoreCelebs who called off their divorces and got back together
Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek’s network of contributors Keeping a marriage together in Hollywood has proven to be a challenging feat. Over the years, many celebrities have filed for divorce and ended relationships — only to decide they do want to stay with their original partner. However, while some couples last the test of…
Read MoreHomeowners “freaking out” over how kitchen turned out—then realize mistake
A video about a couple who initially believed their newly installed kitchen was the wrong color—only to realize later they’d made a “simple” mistake—has gone viral on TikTok. The video, posted by user @thecollinsreno_61, has received over 172,000 views since it was shared on February 1. The clip documents the homeowners’ initial panic as they…
Read MoreCan Elon Musk shut down a federal agency? Yes, if presidential rule replaces constitutional governance
WASHINGTON — Can Elon Musk close a federal agency, send its employees home and halt spending programs that were approved by Congress? Yes, at least for now. That question and answer have shaken Washington because they highlight the stark difference between conservative constitutional governance and one-man rule led by the president. Musk described the U.S. Agency for…
Read MoreSenate panel backs Kennedy’s nomination as health secretary
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s nominee to lead the sprawling federal bureaucracy responsible for the healthcare of millions of Americans, received the backing of a key Senate committee on Tuesday despite his history of denying the science supporting vaccinations and support of disproved medical conspiracy theories. GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Louisiana physician, who…
Read MoreTexas announces action against squatters
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has pledged to prioritize legislation addressing squatting reform this year. This follows a surge in reported incidents between homeowners and squatters, spurring demand for stricter legislation across the country. Newsweek contacted Abbott’s office, state Sen. Paul Bettencourt and state Rep. Angie Chen Button for comment by email on Tuesday. Why It…
Read MoreIs Donald Trump dismantling Department of Education? What to know
The Trump administration is discussing an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, according to reports. Newsweek has contacted the White House and the Department of Education for comment via email. Why It Matters On the campaign trial, Trump repeatedly pledged to shut down the Department of Education, which he says has been infiltrated…
Read MoreSlow traffic, fast food: study links road delays with unhealthy eating
Have you ever been hungry, stuck in traffic, and decide to pick up some fast food for dinner? If you have, you are not alone, as researchers have found that traffic delays lead to an increase in visits to fast food restaurants. “In our analysis focusing on Los Angeles County, unexpected traffic delays beyond the…
Read MoreColumn: Many will lie about the consequences of Trump’s tariffs. The markets won’t
Thank God for the stock market. The market is one of the only things Donald Trump can be expected to listen to — likely more than polls and certainly more than his advisors — even when he doesn’t want to hear what it’s saying. During his first term, Trump routinely took credit for every new…
Read More‘My home has become a cemetery.’ Amid cease-fire, Gazans unearth their dead from rubble
KHAN YUNIS, Gaza Strip — For Samar and Abdullah al-Farra, a Palestinian mother and son, a half-ruined house in the southern Gaza Strip is the only home they have. It is also a tomb. Like thousands of families all over Gaza, 38-year-old Samar and her 17-year-old son are trying to recover the remains of loved ones buried…
Read MoreDog found alone in snow with bleeding paws finds warm foster home
A dog who was discovered alone in brutal conditions has finally got the happy ending she deserves after finding a loving foster home. Rescue shelter Stray Rescue of St. Louis, based in Missouri, shared the devastating story of a dog they lovingly named Dippin Dottie, who was found outside, alone, and in freezing conditions in…
Read MoreUS warship fires laser weapon in stunning photo
A U.S. warship, which is currently deployed in the Western Pacific Ocean, was pictured firing its laser at a drone target last week. Newsweek has contacted the Pentagon and the U.S. Navy for further comment by email. Why It Matters The destroyer, USS Preble, completed a switch of home port in October last year when…
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