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USDA cancels $1 billion in local meal funding for schools and food banks
The USDA said it is promoting wiser government spending, but schools say it will make it tougher to serve healthy meals.CBS News - 22h -
What will a tripolar world look like?
It will not go down well for US markets or for relations with traditional alliesFinancial Times - 2d -
Funeral held for Slimming World founder
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Reflecting on five years since the COVID-19 pandemic changed the world
On this day five years ago, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, shutting down daily life, crippling the economy and reshaping public health. More than 1.1 million ...CBS News - 1d -
‘Global weirding’: climate whiplash hitting world’s biggest cities, study reveals
Swings between drought and floods striking from Dallas to Shanghai, while Madrid and Cairo are among cities whose climate has flipped. Climate whiplash is already hitting major cities around the ...The Guardian - 17h -
Farage warns against 'infighting' and defends MP's suspension
The Reform UK leader acknowledges the row has "dented" the "sense of unity" in his party.BBC News - 3d -
Stocks slide as Trump warns of US economy 'transition'
Investors are nervous about the possibility of a US recession, say experts.BBC News - 1d -
3 warning signs about the future of government oversight
Taken together, these three elements will show the American public whether the Trump administration is serious about federal oversight.The Hill - 23h -
Major US airlines warn demand is slowing
In addition to two major crashes, airlines point to the uncertain economic future, plummeting government travel and reductions to corporate travel.ABC News - 18h -
Airline CEOs warn domestic travel demand is slowing
Airline CEOs say economic uncertainty and a drop in government travel is driving down domestic travel demand.CNBC - 21h -
Iran criticises 'bullying countries' after Trump letter for nuclear talks
Trump says he offered Iran a chance to negotiate on their nuclear programme or face military action.BBC News - 3d -
President Trump Called Out Canada. The Country’s National Hero Stayed Silent.
Wayne Gretzky is known as the “Great One.” But his allegiance to Trump has left many Canadians feeling deeply betrayed.The New York Times - 3d -
Two-thirds of arms imports to Nato countries in Europe come from US
Continent’s deep reliance on American-made weapons underscored by Sipri dataFinancial Times - 2d -
Big majority of EU countries push for ‘concrete’ defence deal with UK
Also in this newsletter: Greenland votes on its futureFinancial Times - 1d -
How to fix America’s broken healthcare system? Follow this country’s example.
Why copying Germany’s system would give Americans less costly, more efficient medical treatmentMarketWatch - 23h -
Britain's Matt Weston is the slider to catch at men's skeleton world championship in Lake Placid
Matt Weston’s lead in the men’s skeleton world championship grew to 1.65 seconds going into the fourth and final run later Friday at Mount Van HoevenbergABC News - 5d -
Germany’s Greens vow to block Merz’s flagship spending package
Party officials reject €500bn infrastructure fund plan and change to debt borrowing rules to fund defence spendingFinancial Times - 2d -
How to qualify for a credit card hardship program this spring
If you need extra help with your credit card debt, there are a few ways to qualify for a hardship program now.CBS News - 31m -
Let it drape: good riddance to skinny menswear
But be warned: there is a big difference between roomy and baggyFinancial Times - 1d -
Germans hold 1-2-3 spots midway through 2-man world bobsled championship, with US in medal hunt
Take the season’s biggest races in the sliding sports of bobsled, skeleton and luge, meaning either the Olympics or the world championships, and there have been 59 instances of sliders from one ...ABC News - 3d -
FIFA, Infantino can have a World Cup halftime show: Just end it in 15 minutes
I don't mind FIFA adding a Super Bowl-style halftime show during the 2026 World Cup final -- as long as they don't mess with the most important thing in soccer: halftime can't be longer than 15 ...ESPN - 3d -
Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump have taken the 2026 World Cup for themselves | Leander Schaerlaeckens
The tournament will be leveraged for the glorification of a leader to a degree not seen since Benito Mussolini dominated the 1934 World Cup in Italy. Two men held a press event in the Oval Office ...The Guardian - 8h -
With Myles Garrett staying, what will the Browns do for a quarterback?
Three years ago, the Browns broke the bank to get Deshaun Watson in the fold.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
2025 World Series betting, predictions, odds, best bets: Top longshot MLB futures picks include Red Sox, Cubs
SportsLine MLB expert Nick Stellini has revealed his 2025 World Series longshot picks and MLB future predictionsCBS Sports - 4d -
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How to Clean Vinyl Records (2025): Vacuums, Solution, Wipes
Those clicks and pops aren't supposed to be there! Give your music a bath with this handy guide.Wired - 4d -
No, printing your Social Security record won’t protect you — but doing this will
The key to your financial life is more accessible than you realize.MarketWatch - 2d -
Bills quarterback Allen agrees record £255m contract extension
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen agrees a new contract extension until 2030 worth up to a reported $330m (£255m) that will make him one of the highest paid players in NFL history.BBC News - 2d -
Share of UK lending to first-time buyers reaches record high
Trend driven by rents rising faster than house prices as landlords leave the marketFinancial Times - 1d -
Federal judge orders Doge to release internal records for transparency
Musk said social media posts were sufficient documentation for agency that is changing face of government. US politics live – latest updates A federal judge has ruled that Elon Mus k’s ...The Guardian - 1d -
PwC cuts record number of UK partners and halts tech apprenticeship scheme
Moves come as consultants strain to protect annual profit pool of close to £1mn per partnerFinancial Times - 12h -
Why Kohl’s worst stock drop on record may have been excessive
New Kohl’s CEO Ashley Buchanan has a “meaningful” opportunity to drive improvements at the retailer, says analyst firm Jefferies.MarketWatch - 2h -
Tuesday Briefing
World markets fall.The New York Times - 1d -
Ex-Cyclone Alfred floods live updates: emergency disaster relief payment for loss of income approved; Brisbane and NSW flooding; flood evacuation warnings – latest news
Follow today’s news live. Full report: residents warned to head for high ground as flood waters rise Send us your photographs and videos of ex-Cyclone Alfred Get our breaking news email , ...The Guardian - 2d -
Reader callout: Brides and grooms — are you paying too much for your wedding?
Costs are spiralling for what could be the happiest day of your lifeFinancial Times - 4d -
Manchester United reveals plans for new 100,000-seater stadium
Arena is expected to cost at least £2bn and be the ‘centrepiece’ of a major regeneration projectFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump Doubles Tariffs on Canada’s Steel and Aluminum
Small manufacturers in the U.S. will likely be hurt by resulting cost increases. The president is unmoved.Inc. - 1d -
I’m 73 and own two rental properties in Florida. When is the best time to sell?
“Those costs can’t possibly be passed on to the tenants, as they are impossibly high.”MarketWatch - 5h -
Most adults greatly underestimate the realities of aging and long-term care
Misperceptions of long-term care needs and costs are cause for concernMarketWatch - 2h -
Helen Schreider, Intrepid World Traveler, Is Dead at 98
She and her husband were the first people to travel the length of the Americas in an amphibious vehicle. But he was recognized for their accomplishments long before she was.The New York Times - 5d -
The Trump Doctrine: The World Is a Zero-Sum Game
Whoever pays the most into the pot is the loser. Whoever gets the most is the winner.The New York Times - 4d
