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Trump administration ramps up threat to cut school funding over DEI
The Trump administration threatened to cut school funding if states don’t certify that they do not have unlawful diversity, equity and inclusion practices.NBC News - 4h -
4/3: America Decides
Stock market plunges after Trump’s tariff announcement; Inside El Salvador’s CECOT mega-prisonCBS News - 2h -
Amazon tells White House it's interested in buying TikTok
Amazon has expressed interest in buying TikTok ahead of deadline for ByteDance to sell the social media app or face a U.S. ban.CBS News - 3h -
Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?BBC News - 4h -
Overall ski champion Brignone breaks leg in crash with home Olympics approaching
Freshly crowned overall World Cup skiing champion Federica Brignone has broken multiple bones in her left leg during a giant slalom crash at the Italian championshipsABC News - 9h -
South Korea's Constitutional Court upholds impeachment of President Yoon, ousting him from office
This starts a 60-day countdown where an election must be held to select the next president.CNBC - 1m -
Chinese manufacturers warn of price hikes after tariffs
A manufacturer in China that makes apparel for the American market is warning of a price increase after President Trump’s announcement on tariffs. NBC News' Janis Mackey Frayer visits one of the companies to talk about how the tariffs will impact ...NBC News - 2h -
What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of the retired Yankees player Brett Gardner, died from carbon monoxide poisoning while on vacation in Costa Rica. Here’s why the gas is so dangerous.The New York Times - 7h -
Spanberger confirmed as Democratic nominee for Virginia governor's race
Former Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) was confirmed Thursday as the presumptive Democratic nominee in the 2025 gubernatorial race in Virginia. She is the lone Democrat running to be governor, according to the Democratic Party of Virginia (DPVA), ...The Hill - 1h -
Nike, Lululemon and Other Consumer Stocks Hit Hard by Trump’s Tariffs
Many sportswear brands shifted production away from China to avoid tariffs imposed years ago, but now they face punishing levies targeting alternative manufacturing hubs.The New York Times - 10h -
Tornadoes Sweep Across the South and Midwest, Killing at Least 7
After hail, heavy rains and more than 30 tornadoes drenched the region, officials warned that a “generational flooding” disaster was possible.The New York Times - 3h -
Your guide to the men's Final Four: Auburn-Florida, Duke-Houston (with picks!)
Here's how each team can win Saturday's semifinals, plus their potential flaws and predictions for both games.ESPN - 1h -
USA expected to host Women's World Cup in 2031, could be joined by other Concacaf nations
FIFA will formalize the hosting rights for both World Cups in 2026CBS Sports - 4h -
Canada’s Carney Puts Tariffs on U.S.-Made Cars as Stellantis Plant Pauses Production
Mark Carney, a former central banker, also called on “like-minded countries” to form a new trading order without the United States.The New York Times - 4h -
Five best NBA player props, odds for Thursday, April 3: LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo picks, bets, more
SportsLine's computer model has revealed five free NBA prop picks for Thursday after evaluating the latest NBA oddsCBS Sports - 6h -
The Reds have lost 1-0 in each of their last three games. No team had done that since 1960
The Cincinnati Reds’ re-creation of the dead-ball era has them doing something that hadn’t happened in the major leagues in 65 years. Cincinnati has lost 1-0 in each of its last three games. According to Sportradar, no team had lost by that ...Yahoo Sports - 17m -
Trump Administration Sends Harvard a List of Demands to Protect Federal Funds
The list was similar to one sent to Columbia University last month after the government canceled $400 million to the school. Harvard may have $9 billion on the line.The New York Times - 1h -
Trump sued over China tariffs
President Trump was sued Thursday over the 20 percent tariffs he imposed on Chinese goods in the weeks leading up to Wednesday’s broader announcement. It marks the first known legal challenge against Trump’s tariffs, which have fulfilled a ...The Hill - 3h -
4/3: CBS Evening News
Markets nosedive as fallout from Trump tariff announcement begins; Woman helps bring first hospital in 150 years to majority-Black Louisville neighborhoodCBS News - 1h -
How Trump’s Tariffs Will Impact Wine Drinkers and Producers
American consumers are likely to see fewer choices on the shelves, and small producers may be the hardest hit.The New York Times - 6h -
Hoots and grunts from bonobos show signs of complex communication, researchers say
The peeps, hoots and grunts of wild bonobos, a species of great ape living in the African rainforest, can convey complex thoughts in a way that mirrors some elements of human language, a new study suggests.NBC News - 9h -
Giannis' NBA 1st of 35-17-20 keys Bucks' win
Giannis Antetokounmpo became the first player in NBA history to have 35 points, 17 rebounds and a career-high 20 assists as the Bucks beat the 76ers 126-113 Thursday night.ESPN - 4m -
For India, Donald Trump's tariffs could have been worse
Also in this newsletter, the weight-loss drug Mounjaro makes its India debut and stock markets on ‘liberation day’Financial Times - 2h -
'Grateful and honoured': Tom Cruise pays tribute to Val Kilmer
At CinemaCon in Las Vegas, Cruise led the crowd in a moment of silence to honour Kilmer.BBC News - 6h -
American businesses share differing perspectives of Trump's tariffs
The Southern Shrimp Alliance, which represents the U.S. shrimp industry is praising the Trump administration's tariffs on nearly all foreign imports. American business owners who import products, like JesusDoll.com, are not as happy. Leann Bosarge ...CBS News - 3h -
Pentagon watchdog launches probe of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over use of Signal app
The use of the Signal messaging app by top Trump officials came to light after The Atlantic's editor was added to a group chat about planned Houthi strikes.CNBC - 7h -
Trump admin live updates: Trump unveils 'gold card' with his face on it
"For $5 million, this can be yours," he said, adding that he was the "first buyer."ABC News - 6m -
2025 Atlantic hurricane season forecast released
A new forecast from researchers at Colorado State University predicts the 2025 hurricane season will be busier than an average year.CBS News - 2h -
UK promises rapid review of NHS drug-pricing rebate
Under the scheme, drugmakers discount the price of medicines sold in bulk to the healthcare systemFinancial Times - 9h -
The Papers: 'Tariff turmoil' and 'bland American cheese'
Most the papers lead on the fallout from Trump's announcement of a raft of tariffs that has wiped trillions from global markets.BBC News - 3h -
Women's March Madness: Where to watch 2025 Final Four, preview for South Carolina vs. Texas and UCLA vs. UConn
UConn may be the only No. 2 seed, but make no mistake, these Huskies are not underdogsCBS Sports - 4h -
Trump says other countries are trying to 'make a deal' after tariffs announced
Trump reacted for the first time on Thursday to the fallout from his tariff announcement, which included markets nosediving and foreign leaders threatening retaliation.ABC News - 1h -
‘Oh Sh*t’: Entrepreneurs Are Hurting Over Trump’s Trade War
Wednesday’s so-called “Liberation Day” unveiled sweeping tariffs that left the world stunned. Founders are now trying to figure out how to navigate Trump’s choppy tariff waters.Inc. - 8h -
Trump Imposes Tariffs on Remote Islands
Some of the more sparsely populated territories in the world that do little trade with the United States have been caught up in the trade war.The New York Times - 5h -
Prince Harry Expresses ‘Relief’ Over Charity Commission’s Sentebale Investigation
A British regulator said it would examine concerns about Sentebale, the charity Harry co-founded, looking at its chair as well as its trustees.The New York Times - 10h -
Women's March Madness: Flau'jae Johnson will return to LSU, won't declare for 2025 WNBA Draft, per report
Johnson is a junior, but was eligible for the draft because she'll turn 22 later this yearCBS Sports - 4h -
Tottenham's Postecoglou on thin ice with his future more uncertain than ever
Following a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur's Ange Postecoglou is running out of options to save his team's disappointing season.ESPN - 4h -
Don’t believe reasoning models’ Chains of Thought, says Anthropic
New research from Anthropic found that reasoning models willfully omit where it got some information.VentureBeat - 4h -
Elon Musk will remain adviser to Trump even after DOGE work concludes, Vance says
On Air Force One on Thursday, President Trump said Elon Musk can stay "as long as he'd like," but he added there will be a point when "Elon's gotta have to leave."CBS News - 6h -
Trump’s tariffs are a ‘negotiating tool’ and won’t be in effect ‘long term’: Republican lawmaker
Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) says he believes President Trump’s tariffs could be an “effective negotiating tool.” Rep. Lawler also discusses the legislation he co-sponsored to allow new parents to vote by proxy, saying they should not be “precluded ...NBC News - 6h -
What comes next after South Korean president’s removal?
Ruling against Yoon Suk Yeol means election will be held in May amid highly polarised climateFinancial Times - 58m -
College Basketball Crown bracket 2025: Scores, schedule as UCF advances to semifinals with win vs. Cincinnati
The Knights will join Boise State and Nebraska in the semifinals of the College Basketball Crown tournament in Las VegasCBS Sports - 2h -
2025 PFL World Tournament 1 video: Jesus Pinedo throttles Adam Borics for Round 1 TKO
Peru's Jesus Pinedo said his pressure would be too much for Adam Borics to handle, and he was right. In the co-feature of 2025 PFL World Tournament 1 at Universal Studios Florida in Orlando, Fla., Pinedo (24-6-1) made quick work of a very durable ...Yahoo Sports - 19m -
Arsenal star defender Gabriel to miss rest of seasn with injury: What do Gunners do vs. Real Madrid?
A major hamstring injury, suffered Wednesday in the win over Fulham, will keep the Brazilian international out the rest of the campaignCBS Sports - 4h -
Ange Postecoglou on Tottenham supporters' chants during Chelsea clash: 'It just doesn't affect me'
Tottenham's boss said his gesture towards the fans was because he wanted to hear them cheerCBS Sports - 5h -
Friday Briefing: Trump’s Tariffs Rattle the Markets
Plus, Bruce Springsteen’s “Lost Albums.”The New York Times - 6h -
Fan jeers and a cupped ear - is Postecoglou feeling the friction?
Ange Postecoglou had a torrid night as Tottenham lost at Chelsea, facing the fury of his own fans. He cupped his ear towards them when he thought they had equalised - so has that made things worse?BBC News - 4h -
Grizzlies vs. Heat odds, line, prediction, start time: 2025 NBA picks, April 3 best bets from proven model
SportsLine's model simulated Memphis Grizzlies vs. Miami Heat 10,000 times and revealed its NBA picks for Thursday's matchupCBS Sports - 6h -
Influencers 'new' threat to uncontacted tribes, warns group after US tourist arrest
North Sentinel is home to a tribe that does not have contact with the outside world.BBC News - 7h -
Miami coach on ref call: A red here or on the moon
Javier Mascherano questioned the decision to not send off Nathan Ordaz, saying it would have prompted a red card "here and in China and the moon."ESPN - 3h -
Denmark and Greenland show united front against US 'annexation' threats
The Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says the US "cannot annex other countries".BBC News - 5h -
At least 27 killed in Israeli bombing of shelter in Gaza City, rescuers say
Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians flee from southern city of Rafah in one of war’s biggest mass displacements. An Israeli bombing of a school turned shelter in Gaza City has killed at least 27 people, rescuers said, and hundreds of thousands ...The Guardian - 9h -
This A.I. Forecast Predicts Storms Ahead
The A.I. prediction world is torn between optimism and gloom. A report released on Thursday decidedly lands on the side of gloom.The New York Times - 1h -
OU baseball tips cap to LSU's Kade Anderson, who pitched a gem in SEC series opener win
LSU’s Kade Anderson pitched a gem Thursday on a cold, wet night at L. Dale Mitchell Park, striking out 14 OU hitters in nine shutout innings.Yahoo Sports - 16m -
WATCH: Galápagos tortoise at Philadelphia zoo becomes oldest first-time mother of species
A 97-year-old Galápagos tortoise named Mommy has given birth to four critically endangered Western Santa Cruz Galápagos tortoise hatchlings.ABC News - 2h -
Nets' Jordi Fernandez reacts to unfortunate Anthony Edwards' injury
Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez gave his reaction to the play where Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards twisted his ankle.Yahoo Sports - 10m -
4/03: CBS Mornings Plus
Deadly storms devastate communities throughout the South and Midwest, leaving residents reeling. Also, Tucker Wetmore celebrates chart-topping single and debut album announcement.CBS News - 2h -
WATCH: At least 6 killed in storms as more than 30 reported tornados slam multiple states
Amid a multi-day event, millions are facing a severe weather outbreak and flooding rain from Texas to West Virginia.ABC News - 2h -
Crikey! Zookeeper Robert Irwin strips down to his crocodile-hunters in new underwear ads
Robert Irwin, son of late 'Crocodile Hunter' Steve Irwin, is stripping down to his underwear for a new clothing campaign. At 21, he isn't a kid anymore.Los Angeles Times - 7h -
Ship owner takes legal action over North Sea crash
The Solong cargo ship struck the Stena Immaculate tanker off the East Yorkshire coast on 10 March.BBC News - 6h -
Tariffs roil Big Tech
{beacon} View Online Technology Technology The Big Story Why Trump's tariffs are roiling Big Tech President Trump’s sweeping new tariffs are poised to strike a blow at the tech industry, as massive import taxes on China and Taiwan disrupt trade ...The Hill - 5h -
Trump’s chaos-inducing global tariffs, explained in charts
The US president’s announcement has caused market chaos and threatens a trade war and US recession. Donald Trump ’s announcement of a long slate of new tariffs on the US’s trading partners has caused chaos in global markets and threatens a ...The Guardian - 7h -
What is ‘Qatargate,’ the Latest Furor Embroiling Israel?
Police questioned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid claims that members of his team worked simultaneously for the state of Qatar. He is not a suspect, but two of his media advisers have been arrested.The New York Times - 6h -
Lawsuit Challenges Trump’s Legal Rationale for Tariffs on China
A nonprofit group said the president misapplied a law in imposing those levies and portrayed its filing as the first lawsuit to challenge the Trump administration over its tariffs.The New York Times - 2h -
Michael Hurley, singer-songwriter and 'Godfather of freak folk,' dies at 83
Hurley, a favorite of Cat Power and Lucinda Williams, was 'the purveyor of an eccentric genius and compassionate wit.'Los Angeles Times - 2h -
25 Best Cross-Platform Games To Play With Friends In 2025
Over the past several years, the gaming industry has adapted to meet more of the community's needs, something that's evidenced when looking at how many great cross-platform games now exist. While some industry trends have been met with negativity, ...GameSpot - 9h -
Yoon Suk Yeol impeachment verdict live: South Korea court votes unanimously to remove president from office
Court says its decision was unanimous, amid security high in capital months after Yoon imposed martial law and triggered country’s worst political crisis in decades. Report: South Korea president Yoon Suk Yeol removed from office Yoon ...The Guardian - 3m
