Soaring Global Debt Interest Costs Outstrip Defence Spending
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US allies in Asia must also rethink their defence
Trump’s foreign policy shake-up has profound implications for Japan and South KoreaFinancial Times - 6d -
Scheffler happy form improving for Masters defence
World number one Scottie Scheffler is confident he is getting back to his best after relatively slow start to the season as he recovers from a hand injury.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Kremlin slams European decision to dramatically boost defence
Yahoo News - 1d -
Israel’s defence minister threatens to annex territory in Gaza
Israel Katz says parts of strip will come under ‘permanent’ IDF control if Hamas does not release remaining hostagesFinancial Times - 1d -
Elon Musk meets defence officials in Pentagon visit
The White House denied media reports that Musk would receive a briefing on classified reports about China.BBC News - 1d -
Crystal Palace open contract talks with Oliver Glasner amid Leipzig interest
Austrian’s work with Eagles attracts Bundesliga interest Jean-Philippe Mateta trains in Marbella after head injury Crystal Palace have opened talks with Oliver Glasner over extending his ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Some NFL cap casualties who could interest Eagles in free agency
The Eagles will likely play the compensatory pick game this offseason so here are some cap casualties who could interest them.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 8 -
Federal Reserve keeps interest rates steady as economic uncertainty rises
The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady as it weighs the impact of Trump’s tariffs and federal workforce cuts on inflation and the economy. The central bank warned that economic ...NBC News - 2d -
The Dangerously High Cost of Tolerating Trump
Making government more efficient is an admirable goal. But this administration is bent on destroying it, putting our lives and businesses at risk.Inc. - Mar. 11 -
Echoing a Roman Emperor, Croatia Tries to Cap Soaring Prices
Diocletian, who once ruled territory that now includes Croatia, tried and failed to rein in inflation by dictating prices. Today’s government hopes its own such plan will succeed.The New York Times - Mar. 9 -
Stocks tank and egg prices soar under Trump | Lloyd Green
Once again, the American economy is under the gun and under a microscope. In 2016, voters in the UK opted to leave the European Union hoping that the day after would deliver something better. ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Egg prices soar as inflation cools in first full month of Trump term
Inflation report arrives as markets slide and recession fears grow.ABC News - Mar. 12 -
Man City stumble, Forest soar in Champions League chase
Manchester City failed to ease fears of missing out on next season's Champions League after twice blowing the lead to draw 2-2 against Brighton, while third-placed Nottingham Forest thrashed ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Can March Madness Still Soar Without Caitlin Clark?
Women’s basketball is as hot as ever and includes stars in every corner of America. But it will be “nearly impossible” to replicate Clark’s effect.The New York Times - 4d -
Fed faces threat from US consumers’ soaring inflation expectations
University of Michigan survey shows American households’ outlook for price growth is at its highest since the early 1990sFinancial Times - 3d -
Israeli strikes on Gaza add to soaring child death toll
Hospitals say high proportion of women and children among dead in latest strikes. Israel–Gaza war – latest updates At least 91 Palestinians have been killed and many more injured in a third ...The Guardian - 1d -
How much does a $200,000 home equity loan cost per month in 2025?
Home equity loan rates have declined, making a $200,000 loan more affordable. Here's what it could cost monthly now.CBS News - Mar. 13 -
Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins winners and losers: Bengals' rich WRs may cost others
Some fascinating NFL business concluded Sunday as Bengals WRs Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins agreed to extensions. This could cost their teammates.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Close Brothers swings to loss as banks brace for potential car finance redress costs
FTSE 250 bank set aside £165mn to cover costs of potential motor finance mis-selling after sector-wide regulatory probeFinancial Times - 4d -
House GOP budget plan would cut domestic spending by $13 billion
House Speaker Mike Johnson has unveiled his plan to avert a government shutdown by Friday night. The short-term stopgap bill would fund the government until Sept. 30, increase defense spending by ...CBS News - Mar. 10 -
House votes to avoid government shutdown by passing temporary spending bill
The House of Representatives has passed a short-term funding bill to avert a government shutdown. The stopgap bill funds the government until Sept. 30. The measure increases defense spending by $6 ...CBS News - Mar. 11 -
Why 49ers' recalibration doesn't mean halt to 2025 spending
While 49ers general manager John Lynch has emphasized a recalibration of San Francisco's spending habits, that doesn’t mean there will be a change in philosophy.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 9 -
Congressional Republicans unveil spending plan to avert government shutdown
Congressional Republicans unveiled their plan for a spending bill to avert a government shutdown as the deadline approaches this Friday. NBC News’ Yamiche Alcindor reports.NBC News - Mar. 9 -
GOP gets the upper hand on spending, with improbable help from the hard right
Many hard-right members voted Tuesday for their first stopgap spending bill ever. “I’m as stunned as anybody else,” said Rep. Andy Biggs.Politico - Mar. 11 -
Gulf soccer clubs slash spending as they focus on younger talent
Soccer teams in the Gulf cut transfer spending by nearly half in 2024 compared to the previous year, prioritizing younger talent instead of aging superstars.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Rams lead the NFL in this free agency spending stat for 2025 (so far)
No team in the NFL is paying its 2025 free-agent signings more per year than the Rams, who also rank 8th in total spendingYahoo Sports - 4d -
German MPs approve €500bn spending boost to counter ‘Putin’s war of aggression’
Historic levels of spending on military and infrastructure secured in Bundestag with last-minute backing of Greens. Europe live – latest updates Germany’s parliament has voted in favour of ...The Guardian - 4d -
Next UK interest rate cut may not come until August after hawkish Bank of England hold – business live
Monetary Policy Committee votes 8-1 to leave UK interest rates unchanged at 4.5%. Bank of England says companies freezing hiring plans as it keeps interest rates on hold In the property ...The Guardian - 2d -
"Person of interest" named in case of missing student in Dominican Republic
24-year-old Joshua Riibe has been named a "person of interest" in the missing person case of Sudiksha Konanki who disappeared in Punta Cana last week.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Bolton says ceasefire not in Ukraine's interest, but Zelensky 'had to agree'
Former national security adviser John Bolton said on Wednesday that a ceasefire deal with Russia is not "in Ukraine’s interest," but the war-torn country’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky, “had to ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
Argentina star admits he is flattered by Aston Villa interest
Villarreal and Argentina defender Juan Foyth has revealed he’s flattered by transfer interest from Aston Villa manager Unai Emery.Speaking about his future, Foyth made it clear that he remains ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Trump makes rare admission of Musk’s conflicts of interest after Pentagon visit
President says plans for potential war with China would not be shared with billionaire due to his business interests. US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump said on Friday that plans ...The Guardian - 21h -
Premier League clubs interested in Ndicka: defender could leave Roma
Evan Ndicka has reportedly drawn considerable interest ahead of the summer.Having joined Roma as a free agent in 2023, Ndicka is looking to complete his second season in the Italian capital with ...Yahoo Sports - 11h -
Barcelona’s interest in explosive winger still alive despite failing last summer
According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, it has come to light that Barcelona remain interested in securing the services of Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao, despite having multiple names on ...Yahoo Sports - 9h -
Agent ordered to pay costs to former Chelsea director after losing High Court Case bid
Football agent Saif Alrubie has lost his latest court battle with former Chelsea director Marina Granovskaia and has been ordered to pay her £150,000 in costs.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Report: Tennessee Titans one of three teams to express interest in a Tee Higgins trade
A report surfaced Friday that the Tennessee Titans may be one of three teams interested in a potential trade for wide receiver Tee HigginsYahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Of interest to Jaguars? 4 Mid-round RB options who ESPN draft analyst likes
Of interest to the Jaguars? ESPN draft analyst Jordan Reid mentioned four mid-round running back options he likes.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Germany OKs huge boost in defense spending as Europe gears up for new era
Germany’s parliament approved plans for a massive spending surge on Tuesday, throwing off decades of fiscal conservatism in hopes of reviving economic growth and scaling up military spending for a ...NBC News - 4d -
KPMG to merge dozens of partnerships in overhaul of global structure
Consolidation of subscale operations comes as Big Four firms re-examine operating modelFinancial Times - Mar. 10 -
Global sea ice reaches new record low
Yahoo News - Mar. 11
