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A version of this story appeared in CNN’s What Matters newsletter. To get it in your inbox, sign up for free here.CNN —The lack of a defined, public and overarching plan for President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency effort to drastically shrink the federal workforce has meant that information has seeped out here and there.

DOGE and the ‘arson of a public asset’

Musk and DOGE try to slash government by cutting out those who answer to votersFor decades, conservatives in Congress have talked about the need to cut government deeply, but they have always pulled back from mandating specific reductions, fearful of voter backlash.Now, DOGE is trying to do exactly that.

Live updates: Trump downplays business concerns about uncertainty from his tariffs

Stock futures fell again Monday, after the S&P 500 had its worst week in months amid fears about President Donald Trump's tariff policy.Mark Carney won the race to replace Justin Trudeau as Canada's prime minister, as the country tries to navigate a trade war with the U.S.

5 things to know before the stock market opens Monday

Marcia Fulton has waited 37 years for David Wood to be executed for her daughter’s murder, but lawyers who believe he’s innocent keep filing appealsTwo months ago, Marcia Fulton received a knock on her door in El Paso, Texas, from lawyers for David Wood – a name she knows all too well.

Changing US law keeps victims’ families – and people on death row – waiting decades for closure

March 9 (UPI) -- Mickey 17 is the No. 1 movie in North America, earning $19.1 million in receipts this weekend, BoxOfficeMojo.com announced Sunday.Coming in at No. 2 is Captain America: Brave New World with $8.5 million, followed by Last Breath at No.

'Mickey 17' tops North American box office with $19.1M

Kamala Harris' former running mate had an interesting chat with CNN's Kasie Hunt.Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) hesitated Wednesday when asked by CNN’s Kasie Hunt, “Who do you think the leader of the Democratic Party is right now?” (Watch the video below.)

Tim Walz Was Asked Who Leader Of Democratic Party Is, And His Reaction Is Telling

WASHINGTON (AP) — Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday the Trump administration had finished its six-week purge of programs of the six-decade-old U.S. Agency for International Development, and said he would move the 18% of aid and development programs that survived under the State Department.

Secretary of State Rubio says purge of USAID programs complete, with 83% of agency’s programs gone

CNN —America’s nearly five-year economic boom is starting to show its age.Cracks are forming in the economy’s foundation: Layoffs are mounting, hiring is slowing, consumer confidence is eroding and inflation is picking up speed. Although all of those things would almost certainly be happening if former Vice President Kamala Harris had won the election, the uncertainty that President Donald Trump’s economic policy has unleashed is exacerbating those problems.

Cracks are forming in America’s economy. Trump is a big reason why

When Loni Long thinks of her cousin , she's taken back to when she was 14 years old.That was when she first met Benita, a confident girl who was a year her junior but who seemed decades more mature.For Loni, a shy teen scarred by years of abuse and foster care, Benita was a revelation.

Benita Long disappeared. So why wasn't she added to this missing person database?

Plus: I make sacrifices, my wife makes excusesDEAR ABBY: I have a 7-year-old great-granddaughter, “Emma.” She’s beautiful, smart, happy and just wonderful.Her dad (my grandson) and her mother are no longer together; they share custody.

Dear Abby: How do I teach a 7-year-old that she doesn’t need a man?

Leverkusen are already down 3-0 after the first leg and will now be without their attacking superstar for several weeksBayer Leverkusen's hopes in the Bundesliga and Champions League were today handed a devastating blow with the news that Florian Wirtz has suffered a ligament injury in his right knee that will sideline him for several weeks.

Florian Wirtz injury: Knee issue forces Bayer Leverkusen superstar out for Champions League vs. Bayern Munich

CNN —Doechii’s big year just got a lot bigger.The rapper has been named Billboard’s 2025 Woman of the Year and will be honored at an event taking place later this month, the publication announced on Monday.A newcomer in the rap genre, Doechii has skyrocketed in popularity with her viral hits “No Scrubs” and “Denial is a River,” which peaked at the No.

Doechii named Billboard’s 2025 Woman of the Year

The Norwegian explorer – who in 1990 became the first to reach 90 degrees north without the help of machine nor beast – journeys into the past to uncover the myths, politics and pure joy of the northernmost point on EarthJust before reaching the north pole in 1990, Erling Kagge dropped to his knees on the ice.

The North Pole: The History of an Obsession by Erling Kagge review – an adventure that can’t be topped

March Madness is upon us, and basketball fans nationwide are gearing up for the excitement. This annual NCAA basketball tournament isn’t just about buzzer-beaters and bracket-busters; it’s also a prime time for watch parties. In recent years, a growing number of enthusiasts have been pairing the thrill of the games with cannabis products, creating a unique and enjoyable viewing experience.

Hoops & Highs: How Cannabis is Elevating March Madness Watch Parties

BERLIN -- Germany's Greens, whose support is needed for the prospective next government's plans to loosen debt rules for defense spending and draw up a huge infrastructure investment fund, said Monday that they won't support the package as things stand.Conservative leader Friedrich Merz, who won last month's German election, is trying to put together a coalition with outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz's center-left Social Democrats.

Germany's prospective new government struggles to win support for defense plans

Advanced transmission technologies could sidestep permitting challenges and clear the bottleneck holding up hundreds of gigawatts’ worth of renewable-energy projects.US electricity consumption is rising faster than it has in decades, thanks in part to the boom in data center development, the resurgence in manufacturing, and the increasing popularity of electric vehicles.

The cheapest way to supercharge America’s power grid

Plus: Is it worse to say 'I know that' or to lie and pretend it's news to me?DEAR MISS MANNERS: I was hospitalized for 17 days due to complications from a cancer-related surgery. During that time, my sister drove 80 miles a day to see me.

Miss Manners: I can’t go no-contact but my sister is driving me crazy

Which Sun Joe lawn mower is best?Lawn mowers play a significant role in landscaping and choosing the right one can be challenging. Sun Joe is a well-known brand that produces a variety of lawn mowers. Whether you want a manual, electric or battery-powered mower, Sun Joe has what you need.

Best Sun Joe lawn mower

We are in an era of disruption. The geopolitical context is increasingly adversarial, power is more widely distributed, and relationships among leading powers have become more competitive.”These are the opening lines of Science Diplomacy in an Era of Disruption, a report published last month by the American Association for the Advancement of Science, based in Washington DC, and the Royal Society in London.

Science diplomacy can help to heal global rifts — if research is respected

Have you ever wondered how Elon Musk, a self-proclaimed independent thinker, built a billion-dollar empire off taxpayer dollars?Elon Musk has mastered the art of leveraging government support to line his pockets. Millions admire him for his technological innovations, but the truth behind **Elon Musk's $38 Billion** wealth reveals a complex relationship with public funds.

How Elon Musk Turned Taxpayer Dollars into His $38 Billion Empire

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WINDSOR, Ontario — Business was brisk last weekend at Gina’s Café.Some customers might have come for the espresso or a chicken parm panini, but Gina Korva mentioned something else.The owner of the restaurant on Erie Street in Windsor’s Little Italy was serving lots of U.S. residents, who had come, she said, to show their love for Canadians.

'Feels like a betrayal:' Canadians just over the Detroit River react to Trump tariffs

CNN —Federal judges hearing Trump administration litigation have increasingly gone beyond the case at hand to reflect on potential threats to democracy or offer dramatic assertions about the state of America.Democratic and Republican appointees alike, these judges are giving voice to a simmering concern in judicial circles about the erosion of constitutional norms during the first weeks of the second Trump administration.

Growing judicial voices challenge Trump’s erosion of constitutional norms

A Florida teenager was arrested and charged on Sunday in connection with what police called online threats to "shoot up" a high school, before seizing a collection of guns and protective vests.The 17-year-old was arrested after police in Sanford, less than an hour north of Orlando, were alerted to a video allegedly featuring him threatening to launch an attack on nearby Seminole High School.

Police arrest teen and seize guns after online threats to 'shoot up school'

The Pittsburgh Steelers decided they would break precedent and make a blockbuster trade, acquiring D.K. Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks for a second round draft pick. Not only did they make the big move, but the Steelers also signed Metcalf to a massive 4-year, $132 million contract extension.

Steelers Should Trade Top Playmaker Following Blockbuster Move

Americans tend to live sicker, shorter lives in hundreds of rural counties where doctor shortages are the worst and poor internet connections mean little or no access to telehealth servicesBOLIGEE, Alabama (KFF Health News/InvestigateTV) — Green lights flickered on the wireless router in Barbara Williams’ kitchen.

Millions in US live in places where doctors don’t practice and telehealth doesn’t reach

Lawmakers have until Friday to pass a continuing resolution or face government shutdownTariffs are a ‘key part’ of Trump’s strategy to ‘level the playing field’: Real estate brokerReal estate broker Katrina Campins joins ‘Fox News Live’ to forecast the potential effects of President Donald Trump’s tariffs on the housing market.

Trump's eighth week in office set to continue break-neck level of actions, rallying GOP to avoid shutdown

‘I’m literally just a girl.’Cars make all kinds of weird noises, and when they do, most people assume the worst.Maybe it’s a wheel bearing going bad, an issue with the suspension, or something that requires an expensive repair.

‘This is the video my mechanic sent me after I brought my car in for a banging noise’: Mechanic puts woman’s Mazda CX5 on a lift. You won’t guess what he finds

Editor’s Note: Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter. Get news about destinations, plus the latest in aviation, food and drink, and where to stay.CNN —The year is 1947 and the world is continuing its long crawl out of the shadows of war.

Sydney to London with 7 stops along the way? Qantas’ historic Kangaroo Route is back (sort of)

CNN —Boy did Americans and other visitors make good use of US National Park Service sites in 2024 — enough to set a record.The NPS has reached a new overall milestone, with almost 331.9 million recreation visits logged at all of its 433 units, which include famous national parks such as Yellowstone but also places such as parkways, battlefields, national seashores, memorials and historic sites.

The most visited US National Park sites in 2024 are …

CNN —In a battle of this NBA season’s two leading MVP candidates, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander got one up on Nikola Jokić with a huge 40-point performance to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a dominant 127-103 win over the Denver Nuggets.The Thunder took a narrow three-point lead into the fourth quarter but pulled away down the stretch with an impressive scoring outburst, plus key defensive stops, to add some gloss to the scoreline.