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In the first weeks of the Trump administration, over two million federal workers faced abrupt changes to job protections and telework policies, with an offer to resign by Feb. 6 in exchange for pay until late September. Concerns arose over potential brain drain and diminished government quality as experienced employees leave, despite the administration expecting 5 to 10 percent of the workforce to take the offer. Federal workers voiced skepticism over the legality and motives...

William E. Leuchtenburg, a prominent historian known for his work on Franklin D. Roosevelt, passed away at the age of 102. His extensive writings, spanning eight decades, helped Americans understand the significant changes that shaped their nation. His notable books, including "Franklin D. Roosevelt and the New Deal, 1932-1940," highlighted Roosevelt's impact on the federal government and the American people. Leuchtenburg's liberal and internationalist perspective influenced the nation's historical interpretation during the mid-20th century, solidifying...

Timothée Chalamet underwent a physical transformation, gaining 20 pounds and learning to sing and play guitar like Bob Dylan for his role in A Complete Unknown. Despite not meeting Dylan, he saw him perform live and received his approval for the film. Chalamet's dedication to his craft paid off with a Golden Globe nomination and an Oscar nomination for Best Actor. Full Article

Bold and the Beautiful reveals Finn may be Luna's father, causing tension between Li and Poppy. Li suspects Finn's involvement due to past history and Finn's strange reactions. If confirmed, Finn's life will be upended, impacting his marriage to Steffy and relationships with family members. Full Article

Madonna has criticized the Trump administration for its anti-LGBTQ+ agenda, expressing sadness over the dismantling of freedoms that have been fought for and won over the years. This comes after Trump signed an executive order restricting transgender military service, leading to backlash from GLAAD's President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis. Additionally, Madonna's message follows Selena Gomez's frustration over mass deportations of undocumented immigrants and reflects her ongoing disdain for Trump since his election in 2024....

Rachael Kirkconnell and Matt James are not back together following their recent breakup, with Rachael clarifying that they are "definitely not" reconciling. Despite rumors of a potential reunion, Rachael confirmed on social media that they are not back together, debunking speculation of a reconciliation. Rachael emphasized the importance of protecting her peace and hinted that the truth behind their split may eventually come to light, but made it clear that a reconciliation with Matt is...