Insurance Giant Aviva Agrees to Buy Direct Line for 46 Billion

Comcast expands partnership with Olympics, extends media rights through 2036

Comcast gained the rights to broadcast the Olympic Games through 2036 as part of a new $3 billion agreement with the International Olympic Committee.

CNBC - 21h

Taxpayers will suffer if Thames Water collapses, warns regulator

Ofwat says placing Thames under government control could end up costing taxpayers billions of pounds.

BBC News - 18h

NBC to broadcast Olympics in the U.S. through 2036

Comcast NBCUniversal signs deal with IOC for U.S. broadcast rights worth $3 billion.

Yahoo Sports - 16h

Trump and DOGE Create Anxiety but Opportunity for Federal Contractors

By cutting federal employees, the Trump administration may increase its reliance on firms that take in billions through government contracts.

The New York Times - 6h

If You Have to Ask About This Harlem Dinner Party, You’re Not Invited

Members-only clubs and private restaurants have become powerhouses for socializing and networking. But there are some spaces you can’t buy your way into.

The New York Times - 6d

Japan to Send Trade Minister to the U.S. Amid Tariff Tensions

The minister, Yoji Muto, is expected to negotiate with U.S. officials ahead of global tariffs that could damage Japanese businesses, including automotive giants.

The New York Times - 4d

Alphabet aims to slash cost of new nuclear with small reactor deployments, CIO says

Alphabet's Google unit struck a deal last October to buy power from small modular reactors under development by Kairos Power.

CNBC - 3d

Manchester United to replace Old Trafford with new 100,000-seater stadium

Soccer giant Manchester United plans to say goodbye to its storied Old Trafford stadium and build a new 100,000-seat stadium nearby.

NBC News - 3d

Best Sheets for Every Bed and Budget, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

Is linen worth the splurge? Should you buy bamboo or silk sheets? We tested dozens of sheets to find our favorites, and we break it all down.

Wired - 3d

Apple Paused a Big Update to Siri and Fessed Up to Its Woes. It’s a Lesson for All Innovators

Apple lags behind its peers in releasing more sophisticated AI. The tech giant just admitted it’s proving a harder nut to crack than first expected.

Inc. - 2d

Volkswagen’s Profit Under Pressure From Tariffs and Competition

The German auto giant’s earnings fell last year as it pushed ahead with a restructuring in the face of tariff uncertainty in the United States and lost market share in China.

The New York Times - 2d

Trump Poses With a Tesla, a Move Aimed Solely at Helping Musk

President Trump has spent years bashing electric vehicles. But with Elon Musk by his side, he said he would buy a bright red one.

The New York Times - 2d

Rapper Bhad Bhabie spent a chunk of her riches on a $5.2 million California mansion

5 months after buying the home, Bhad Bhabie has claimed that she made a staggering $75 million from her OnlyFans account.

MarketWatch - 1d

Ben Jennings on Elon Musk and the backlash against Tesla – cartoon

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The Guardian - 21h

Wells Fargo’s stock dips even as analyst proclaims ‘good entry point’ for investors

RBC Capital says Wells Fargo’s stock is a good buy after the recent financial-stock selloff — but it continued to fall along with most bank stocks Thursday.

MarketWatch - 19h

China Condemns CK Hutchison-BlackRock Panama Canal Deal

The Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison’s planned sale of ports in Panama to a group led by BlackRock, the American finance giant, is under fire from Beijing.

The New York Times - 5h

What happens to gift cards when a chain like Joann or Dollar General closes stores? Here’s what shoppers can do.

Fabrics giant Joann is closing, and the store has stopped taking gift cards — upsetting many customers. Here’s what shoppers should know.

MarketWatch - 2h

Mercedes’s Most Affordable Sedan Will Be Electric

The German luxury carmaker said its latest compact sedan solved problems that had kept people from buying electric vehicles.

The New York Times - 1h

‘I’m deeply disturbed’: My portfolio lost 20%. With Trump’s trade war, do I sell my stocks and buy gold?

“With the current state of domestic and global affairs, I’m at a loss as to how to keep my economic stability in check.”

MarketWatch - 17h

‘It’s been a scary ride’: My family has $800K in stocks. We lost 2 years of market gains in a few weeks. Do we sell — or buy?

“I’m considering encouraging my family to liquidate part of their real-estate holdings to further invest in equities.”

MarketWatch - 5h

FDA Nominee Marty Makary to Face Grilling Over Cutbacks and Policy Shifts

Dr. Marty Makary will testify before the Senate health committee on Thursday. Lawmakers may press him over staff reductions and changes in agency direction on issues like vaccines.

The New York Times - Mar. 6

How the Immigration Crackdown Threatens Elderly Care

The U.S. relies heavily on immigrant workers to care for its aging population, with nearly 30 percent of direct care workers coming from other countries. As the demand for caregivers grows, ...

The New York Times - 5d

Trial Set for Men Accused of Targeting Iranian Dissident in New York

Prosecutors say the men helped direct a murder-for-hire scheme aimed at Masih Alinejad. The trial is expected to show Iran’s efforts to punish those who criticize it, no matter where they are.

The New York Times - 4d

Washington Post restructuring newsroom; columnist resigns

The Washington Post is planning a major overhaul of the outlet's newsroom as part of a new direction the company is headed under billionaire owner Jeff Bezos. Executive Editor Matt Murray wrote to ...

The Hill - 3d

Ratcliffe’s straight-talking gunslinger act dissolves into double-speak | Barney Ronay

On Manchester United’s job losses, finances and new stadium, it takes hawk-like focus to work out what the co-owner is actually saying. A core strength of Ineos is direct accountability. Matrix ...

The Guardian - 2d

Judge appears likely to grant request to reinstate thousands of fired probationary workers

BALTIMORE — A federal judge in Maryland suggested Wednesday that he might direct that thousands of fired federal workers get their jobs back, at least temporarily, after hearing arguments that ...

NBC News - 1d

Trump White House has asked U.S. military to develop options for the Panama Canal, officials say

The Trump White House has directed the U.S. military to draw up options for increasing the American troop presence in Panama to achieve President Trump’s goal of “reclaiming” the Panama Canal.

NBC News - 1d

Trump White House has asked U.S. military to develop options for the Panama Canal, officials say

The Trump White House has directed the U.S. military to draw up options for increasing the American troop presence in Panama to achieve President Trump’s goal of “reclaiming” the Panama Canal.

NBC News - 1d