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Fan waits 29 years for beer saved for trophy win
John Booth finally opens a can given to him in expectation of a league title in 1996.BBC News - 3d -
Labour unveils disability benefits cuts that aim to save over £5bn
Move risks stoking biggest backbench rebellion of Keir Starmer’s premiershipFinancial Times - 3d -
The Unlikely Friendship That Saved Lucy’s, a Homey New York Tavern
When Lucy’s, a homey New York tavern, closed down and underwent a renovation, some longtime patrons feared the worst.The New York Times - 3d -
Benefits crackdown unveiled with aim to save £5bn a year by 2030
Measures include restricting eligibility for disability payments and cutting benefits for health conditions.BBC News - 2d -
Mexico City bans violent bullfights in bid to save animals, and tradition
Mexico City lawmakers overwhelmingly approve legislation to keep the bullfighting tradition alive, while also keeping the bulls alive.CBS News - 1d -
A.I. Saved His Life by Discovering New Uses for Old Drugs
Scientists are using machine learning to find new treatments among thousands of old medicines.The New York Times - 1d -
Ways to spend — and save — as interest rates stay high and tariffs mount
Consumers should brace for borrowing costs to stay elevated, prices to rise and stock markets to remain on edge for at least a little longer, analysts say.NBC News - 19h -
Nations League: Merino saves Spain in Netherlands, Germany roar back at Italy
Arsenal’s makeshift striker on target again in 2-2 draw Goretzka gives Germans the edge in quarter-final Spain snatched a stoppage-time equaliser against the 10 men of the Netherlands to ...The Guardian - 18h -
Researchers Rush to Save US Government Data on Trans Youth—Before It Disappears
In the face of the Trump administration's anti-trans efforts, researchers and volunteers around the world are backing up federally-funded studies, and vowing to keep the resources online.Wired - 8h -
Vini Jr. saves Brazil with late winner vs. Colombia
A last-minute goal by Vinícius Júnior secured Brazil's 2-1 win over Colombia in World Cup qualifying on Thursday, helping his team and millions of fans avoid more disappointment.ESPN - 1h -
How rookie goaltender Dustin Wolf saved the Calgary Flames' season
The Northern California native, and 214th overall pick in 2019, has his team right in the playoff mix.ESPN - 1h -
Plastic pollution leaves seabirds with brain damage similar to Alzheimer’s, study shows
Blood tests on migratory chicks fed plastics by their parents show neurodegeneration, as well as cell rupture and stomach lining decay. Ingesting plastic is leaving seabird chicks with brain damage ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Tony's takes: Oats failed to stop bleeding in Alabama's loss to Florida
The signage inside Bridgestone Arena for this year’s SEC Tournament resembles that of a vintage boxing poster. After sparring back and forth for a half, the Gators drew first blood following the ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Pope Francis no longer in immediate danger, Vatican says
Latest medical update for 88-year-old pontiff said he was responding well to treatment in hospital . Pope Francis is no longer in immediate danger and is responding well to treatment in hospital, ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Good Morning, Illini Nation: Explaining two blowouts to the Terps
Mar. 15—Illinois now has a dozen losses after Friday night's 88-65 defeat in the Big Ten tournament quarterfinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Seven of those 12 losses have been by ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Derby disappointment for Celtic
Scottish PremiershipSunday, March 16, 2025Celtic Park, Glasgow CELTIC…2(Maeda 48, Hatate 73) RANGERS…3(Raskin 3, Diomande 37, Igamane 88) It proved to be a day of derby disappointment for Celtic a...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Pope seen praying at hospital chapel in photo released by Vatican
Francis pictured for first time since he was admitted to hospital more than a month ago with pneumonia. The Vatican has released the first photograph of Pope Francis since the 88-year-old was ...The Guardian - 4d -
Tate Which Illini team will show up for NCAA tournament?
Mar. 17—If the Illinois men's basketball team's 88-65 loss to Maryland in the Big Ten tournament this past Friday night "felt like Duke," there are significant and worrisome reasons. The 110-67 ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Steve Reich: ‘We all wish art could counter the direction of US politics. But it can’t’
Now 88, the minimalist composer has reissued his life’s work. He answers your questions about Bowie, the Grateful Dead, spirituality – and his complicated friendship with Philip Glass. Why does ...The Guardian - 1d -
Romanian far-right presidential hopeful barred from poll rerun
Clashes erupt in Bucharest over the ban on Calin Georgescu, whose unexpected presidential election first-round win was annulled.BBC News - Mar. 9 -
Bracketology: North Carolina, Oklahoma among teams with work to do entering conference tournaments
A look at teams whose at-large status remains up in the air in the final week before Selection SundayCBS Sports - Mar. 10 -
Artisans in Japan Uphold the Indigenous Ainu Culture
Jewelry makers and an embroiderer are among the craftspeople whose creations reflect the Indigenous people’s heritage.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Thief who murdered Amazon driver jailed for at least 30 years
Mark Ross given 30-year minimum term for killing driver whose van he was trying to steal in crash.BBC News - Mar. 14 -
Two Astronauts on an 8-Day Mission That Turned Into a 9-Month Odyssey
An interview with Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, whose planned short mission to space turned into an adventure lasting much, much longer.The New York Times - Mar. 14 -
Winners and losers of Rams' first wave of moves in free agency
Who's benefitted most from the Rams' initial moves of free agency and whose stock has taken a hit?Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Draft List for New Travel Ban Proposes Trump Target 43 Countries
A draft circulating inside the administration lists three tiers of countries whose citizens may face restrictions on entering the United States.The New York Times - 6d -
Virgil van Dijk on family life, Arne Slot and uncertain Liverpool future
Interview: The Reds’ captain, whose Anfield future is unclear, opens up ahead of Sunday’s Carabao Cup final with NewcastleYahoo Sports - 6d -
What to Know About Colleges Offering Free Tuition
Dozens of schools say they provide free tuition to students whose families earn under a certain income. How does it work?The New York Times - 4d -
Kirsty Coventry elected first female president of International Olympic Committee
Kirsty Coventry succeeds Thomas Bach, whose term ended after 12 years in the role.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
NCAA tournament expansion? Coaches in Cleveland 1st-round games weigh in on its potential
Coaches whose teams will be playing Friday in the NCAA tournament in Cleveland gave their thoughts on the possibility of tournament expansion.Yahoo Sports - 7h -
How to cut Britain’s rising welfare bill
Reforms rather than quick fixes will save more money in the long termFinancial Times - Mar. 9 -
Reeves delays plan to reform cash Isas until after Spring Statement
City executives have urged chancellor to lower cap on tax-free savingsFinancial Times - Mar. 12 -
1Password Coupon: Get Up to 50% Off in March
Save up to 50% on business and personal memberships with a 1Password promo code.Wired - Mar. 13 -
D.C. Is Becoming Another Hollowed-Out Company Town
The government tried to save Detroit. Now it’s letting Washington wither.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
What are the Pip and universal credit changes and who is affected?
The government says changes to the welfare system will save £5bn and get people into work.BBC News - 2d -
My mother, 63, inherited $100,000. Is she too old to invest in the stock market?
“Are the only options to create a CD ladder or leave it in a high-interest savings account?”MarketWatch - 1d -
12 Best Early Amazon Spring Sale Deals (2025)
Now’s your chance to save on headphones, tablets, and home gadgets.Wired - 1d -
One Doctor’s Quest for the Truth About Convicted Killer Lucy Letby
Dr. Shoo Lee’s research was used to help convict a British nurse of murdering babies, but he says it should never have been cited.The New York Times - 11h -
Celtics vs. Lakers: Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown show NBA's hottest new duo that title still runs through Boston
Boston's duo outplayed LeBron James and Luka Dončić to end the Lakers' streakCBS Sports - Mar. 9 -
Warriors' Stephen Curry becomes first NBA player to make 4,000 3-pointers, and 5,000 is within his reach
Only Curry and James Harden have eclipsed 3,000 made 3-pointersCBS Sports - Mar. 14