IRS funding cut would increase US deficit, slow service By Reuters

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Cuts in funding for the Internal Revenue Service, long eyed by Republicans in Congress, would increase the federal deficit by $140 billion over a decade, slow service and reduce complex audits of big companies, Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo said on Tuesday. Adeyemo told reporters that the IRS faced a $20 billion … Read more

Anthropic bets on personalization in the AI arms race with new ‘styles’ feature

Join our daily and weekly newsletters for the latest updates and exclusive content on industry-leading AI coverage. Learn More Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence company backed by major tech investors, announced today a significant update to its Claude AI assistant that allows users to customize how the AI communicates — a move that could reshape … Read more

Netanyahu unveils Lebanon ceasefire deal after year of conflict

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced plans for a ceasefire with Hizbollah, raising hopes of an end to the year-long hostilities between Israeli forces and the Lebanese militant group. In a pre-recorded television address … Read more

Christine Brown’s Daughter Spills ‘Sister Wives’ Family Secrets

The reality TV star is implying that her father, Kody Brown, suffered verbal and physical abuse at the hands of his first wife, Meri Brown, during their marriage. The shocking allegation comes days after Kody labeled Meri his “favorite ex-wife,” reflecting emotionally on their 30-year union.  Meri Brown and Kody Brown announced their split in January … Read more