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Straits Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Straits Times
US Supreme Court keeps Doge records blocked in watchdog group's challenge
The US Supreme Court extended its block on orders requiring Doge to turn over its records to a watchdog. PHOTO: REUTERS WASHINGTON - The US Supreme Court extended on June 6 its block on judicial orders requiring the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) to turn over records to a government watchdog group that sought details on the entity established by President Donald Trump and previously spearheaded by his billionaire former adviser Elon Musk. The court put on hold Washington-based US District Judge Christopher Cooper's orders for Doge to respond to requests by Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington for information about its operations. The judge concluded that Doge likely is a government agency covered by the federal Freedom of Information Act (Foia). The brief, unsigned order said that portions of one of the judge's decisions 'are not appropriately tailored' and that 'separation of powers concerns counsel judicial deference and restraint in the context of discovery regarding internal Executive Branch communications.' The court sent the case back to a lower appeals court to narrow the judge's directives. The court's three liberal justices - Ms Sonia Sotomayor, Ms Elena Kagan and Ms Ketanji Brown Jackson - dissented from June 6's decision. In a separate case, the Supreme Court on June 6 permitted Doge broad access to personal information on millions of Americans in Social Security Administration data systems while a legal challenge plays out. Doge has played a central role in Mr Trump's efforts to downsize and reshape the US government including by slashing the federal workforce and dismantling certain agencies. The watchdog group, called Crew, said its intention was to shed light on what it called Doge's secretive structure and operations. Mr Musk formally ended his government work on May 30 and his once-close relationship with Mr Trump has since unraveled publicly, a split that followed Mr Musk's recent attacks on the president's sweeping tax and spending Bill and played out dramatically on social media on June 5. Crew sued to obtain an array of records from Doge through the Foia statute, a law that allows the public to seek access to records produced by government agencies. It sought information on Doge's activities over its role in the mass firings and cuts to federal programmes pursued since the Republican president returned to office in January. The Trump administration contends that Doge is an advisory entity and not subject to Foia. In response, Crew sought information to determine whether Doge is subject to Foia because it wields the kind of authority of an agency independent of the president. Mr Cooper ruled in April that Doge must turn over some records sought by Crew and that the group was entitled to question Doge official Amy Gleason at a deposition. The US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit declined on May 14 to put Mr Cooper's order on hold. The administration urged the Supreme Court to act, saying that the judge's orders intruded on the powers of the executive branch and compromised the ability of a wide array of advisers to provide candid and confidential advice to the president. Crew told the justices that siding with the administration in the dispute would give the president 'free reign' to create new entities that would 'functionally wield substantial independent authority but are exempt from critical transparency laws.' In one of his decisions, Mr Cooper said Doge's operations have been marked by 'unusual secrecy.' In another, the judge said that the language of Mr Trump's executive orders concerning Doge suggests that it is 'exercising substantial independent authority.' REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
MLS club claims to have suffered illness, like the Crew, in CONCACAF final
VANCOUVER (WCMH) — One year after the Columbus Crew fell in the CONCACAF final while suffering from stomach issues, another Major League Soccer team claims to have fell victim to the same fate. The Vancouver Whitecaps made it to its first CONCACAF Champions Cup final, taking on Liga MX's Cruz Azul on Sunday at Estadio Olimpico Universitario in Mexico City. Vancouver lost 5-0, mirroring the Crew's convincing defeat to Pachuca 3-0 in the 2024 final. On Thursday, Vancouver confirmed another similarity: their team had played through wide-spread illness. Advertisement 'Following the team's return from Mexico, a significant number of Whitecaps FC players and staff reported gastrointestinal symptoms,' Vancouver said in a statement. Meredith Gaudreau surprises Monahan with prestigious NHL award The Whitecaps canceled training on Wednesday and held a modified session on Thursday for players who had been cleared by the club's medical team and an infectious disease consultant. In Sunday's final, Vancouver failed to register a single shot and had less than one-third of possession throughout the match. The Whitecaps also had just two touches in Cruz Azul's box. Upon their return to central Ohio after losing to Pachuca, Columbus Crew Coach Wilfried Nancy informed members of the media that multiple Crew players and staff members were dealing with a similar bout of stomach illness. See previous coverage in the video player above. Advertisement Former Crew star Cucho Hernandez commented on social media about the news. 'Should I be surprised?' he said. Despite the CONCACAF loss, the Whitecaps lead the MLS Western Conference standings with just one loss in 15 games. The Crew will play the Whitecaps at home on June 14 at 7:30 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to NBC4 WCMH-TV.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Whitecaps say 'significant number' of players, staff are ill following CONCACAF Champions Cup defeat in Mexico
Earlier this week, the Vancouver Whitecaps dropped the Concacaf Champions Cup final with an embarrassing 5-0 loss to Cruz Azul. But in the week since, Vancouver's situation has gotten a little more unsettled. The White announced Thursday that a "significant number" of players and staff developed "gastrointestinal symptoms" following the team' return from Mexico. The team said that it had cancelled practice on Wednesday as a result of the widespread illness, calling it a "precautionary measure" after consulting with medical staff. Advertisement "The health and well-being of our players and staff remain our top priority. Each player has been provided with an individualized program by the medical and performance staff to support their continued preparation and recovery," the team said in the statement. "We are actively monitoring the situation and will provide updates as more information becomes available." Players who were cleared had individual closed sessions in place of team practice on Wednesday. Per the club, each player has an "individualized program" to address their personal recovery. The Whitecaps aren't the only MLS team whose Concacaf tournament was marred by tummy troubles: A similar situation happened last year with Columbus Crew. A huge number of Crew players and staff struggled with a gastrointestinal illness ahead of the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup final against Pachuca, also held in Mexico. The team doctor later surmised that the team had suffered food poisoning. Columbus went on to lose the game 3-0. Advertisement "My players gave everything knowing that they were sick," Crew head coach Wilfried Nancy said at the time, adding that much of the team and staff had been suffering from diarrhea the day before the game. Nancy later said that he believed the tournament's final should take place at a neutral site, pointing to the food poisoning illness. Regardless of the malady, MLS teams have not had a very good run in the Concacaf Champions Cup (formerly known as the Concacaf Champions League). Since the tournament was changed to its modern format in 2008, only one MLS club — the Seattle Sounders — have won the cup. The other titles have all gone to Liga MX squads. Advertisement Going forward, it's not entirely clear how many players the Whitecaps will be able to field for the next few games. In addition to the players out with illness, Vancouver has nine players that will be leaving the club during the international window — the second most in MLS. Vancouver hosts the Sounders on Sunday, before traveling to play the Crew on June 14.
India Today
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Kareena Kapoor, 44, lets in on fitness secrets: Dinner by 6 pm, early workouts
Kareena Kapoor shared her sleep and fitness routine at 44. (Photo credit: Instagram/kareenakapoorkhan) India Today Entertainment Desk Kareena Kapoor said she follows early dinners by 6 pm and sleeps before 10 pm She said that workouts help stabilise her mood The actor added that her family enjoys cooking together Kareena Kapoor Khan, at 44, swears by early dinners and early morning workouts. In a recent interview with Nod magazine, she opened up about the sleep and fitness routine that she follows, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic. The actor also explained how she doesn't skip her workouts as it helps not just with her physical health, but also her mental health. Describing her routine as 'almost monastic', the 'Crew' actor said that she has her dinner by 6 pm and is off to bed before 10 pm. "Dinner by 6 pm, lights out by 9.30 pm, morning workouts before the world wakes up," she revealed. She further added that her friends are aware of her routine and don't expect her at parties. "My friends know not to expect me at parties. And they respect that. They know I'll be watching Schitt's Creek on low volume," she added. Kareena Kapoor also claimed that her workouts have helped her stabilise her mood, especially in the post Covid-19 era. She said, "If I don't work out, I'm in a bad mood. Post-COVID, I realised how important fitness is - not for vanity, but for well-being. It's my mood stabiliser, my anchor." The actor also added that the family loves spending time in the kitchen. She said one Indian meal a day is non-negotiable for her. "We love cooking together as a family. Saif, the kids, me - we're all in the kitchen. Saif is obsessed with Kerala cuisine. He's always trying out new recipes - idiyappams , coconut-based stews, everything. I need my one proper Indian meal a day. Non-negotiable," she explained. On the work front, Kareena Kapoor Khan was last seen in 'Singham Again'. The actor is presently shooting for director Meghna Gulzar's 'Daayra', in which she is sharing the screen with Malayalam actor-director Prithviraj Sukumaran. Kareena Kapoor Khan, at 44, swears by early dinners and early morning workouts. In a recent interview with Nod magazine, she opened up about the sleep and fitness routine that she follows, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic. The actor also explained how she doesn't skip her workouts as it helps not just with her physical health, but also her mental health. Describing her routine as 'almost monastic', the 'Crew' actor said that she has her dinner by 6 pm and is off to bed before 10 pm. "Dinner by 6 pm, lights out by 9.30 pm, morning workouts before the world wakes up," she revealed. She further added that her friends are aware of her routine and don't expect her at parties. "My friends know not to expect me at parties. And they respect that. They know I'll be watching Schitt's Creek on low volume," she added. Kareena Kapoor also claimed that her workouts have helped her stabilise her mood, especially in the post Covid-19 era. She said, "If I don't work out, I'm in a bad mood. Post-COVID, I realised how important fitness is - not for vanity, but for well-being. It's my mood stabiliser, my anchor." The actor also added that the family loves spending time in the kitchen. She said one Indian meal a day is non-negotiable for her. "We love cooking together as a family. Saif, the kids, me - we're all in the kitchen. Saif is obsessed with Kerala cuisine. He's always trying out new recipes - idiyappams , coconut-based stews, everything. I need my one proper Indian meal a day. Non-negotiable," she explained. On the work front, Kareena Kapoor Khan was last seen in 'Singham Again'. The actor is presently shooting for director Meghna Gulzar's 'Daayra', in which she is sharing the screen with Malayalam actor-director Prithviraj Sukumaran. Join our WhatsApp Channel
Hindustan Times
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kareena Kapoor Khan reveals husband Saif Ali Khan's current ‘obsession', calls THIS the happiest part of their house
If there's one thing that Bollywood's OG diva Kareena Kapoor Khan is passionate about, apart from her acting career and the craft of performing, it is food. The actor is a self-proclaimed foodie, like most of the Kapoor clan. So much so that a show has been made on Kareena, her family and their love for food which will soon arrive on the digital platform. Lucky for Kareena, she is married to Saif Ali Khan who, according to his wife, is the best cook in their family. Well, in a recent interview, Bebo revealed that the brick-stoned kitchen of their luxurious Bandra apartment is the 'happiest part of their house'. A post shared by Kareena Kapoor Khan (@kareenakapoorkhan) In a chat with The Nod, Kareena Kapoor Khan opened up about her love for food and her husband Saif Ali Khan's current obsession. Bebo shared, 'We love cooking together as a family. Saif, the kids (Taimur Ali Khan and Jehangir Ali Khan aka Jeh), me—we're all in the kitchen.' Kareena went on to reveal, 'Saif is obsessed with Kerala cuisine. He's always trying out new recipes—idiyappams, coconut-based stews, everything. Me? I need my one proper Indian meal a day. Non-negotiable.' Kareena has time and again shared how khichdi is her comfort food. But another favourite on her list is her mother Babita Kapoor's Sindhi curry and aloo tuk. Meanwhile, for her cheat days, Bebo enjoys devouring pizza and we have witnessed proof of the same on social media several times. Well, on the work front, Kareena shined on the silver screen twice last year with Crew, alongside Tabu and Kriti Sanon, and Rohit Shetty's Singham Again, the latest instalment of his cop universe. Up next, Kareena is joining forces with filmmaker Meghna Gulzar for her next film Daayra. The gritty crime drama will also star Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran.
