'It's the beginning': Kremlin plays it cool ahead of more U.S. talks, says Biden 'messed things up badly'

These stock-market sectors are dominating the S&P 500 so far this year as investors play defense

It may be time for investors to shore up portfolios with defensive stocks — but their appeal goes beyond just providing protection.

MarketWatch - 1d

Titans, who hold No. 1 pick in NFL Draft, reveal what position Travis Hunter would play as a starter

Head coach Brian Callahan was asked about how he would handle the two-way Colorado star

CBS Sports - 1d

Texas QB Quinn Ewers played through torn oblique injury for 12 games during 2024 season, per report

Despite the injury, Ewers led Texas to an SEC Championship Game appearance and lengthy run through the College Football Playoff

CBS Sports - 1d

Eagles' Nick Sirianni insulted by critics of 'Tush Push' and those who call the play automatic

Sirianni defended the Eagles using the controversial play

CBS Sports - 20h

Did John Lithgow blow his 'Harry Potter' cover? Actor confirms he will play key role in HBO reboot

It seems John Lithgow spilled the (Bertie Bott's Every Flavor) beans about his involvement in HBO's in-the-works 'Harry Potter' series. 'A total surprise to me,' he says.

Los Angeles Times - 19h

Barcelona, Atletico Madrid play out dramatic 4-4 thriller in Copa del Rey semifinal first leg

The wild game featured everything but a winner as the return leg will decide the fate of the two teams

CBS Sports - 15h

Rare video captures super pod of 2,000 dolphins breaching and playing off California

A California boat captain has captured rare video of a super pod of more than 2,000 dolphins breaching off the coast of Monterey Bay, including the more elusive northern right whale dolphin.

NBC News - 16h

Melania Trump doesn’t want to play the role of first lady – but she doesn’t mind making $28m | Arwa Mahdawi

She has been all but absent from Washington since her husband returned to the White House. Instead, her energy has been poured into monetising her status. ( Wide-brimmed ) hats off to Melania ...

The Guardian - 8h

Aaron Rodgers has a preferred landing spot: QB wants to play for this NFC team with Davante Adams, per report

The four-time MVP seems to have his eyes set on joining this NFC contender

CBS Sports - 6h

Vanderbilt guard Mikayla Blakes eager to grow thanks to attention from her record-setting play

Vanderbilt freshman Mikayla Blakes knows each time she drops the ball in the basket it will bring more attention

ABC News - 4h

Meet the musician who taught Timothée Chalamet to play guitar like Bob Dylan

New York musician Larry Saltzman isn't really a movie fan, but he'll be sure to watch the Oscars this year

ABC News - 4h

Despite running fewer plays, college football games are actually getting longer ... so who's to blame?

An annual look at key numbers from Dennis Dodd also reveals targeting penalties are doing their job

CBS Sports - 1h

NHL Power Rankings: Red Wings ride scorching hot power play into playoff position

The Red Wings have been rolling thanks to an elite power play

CBS Sports - 34m

Bonus season: how does yours measure up?

Our annual survey of FT readers shows bonus payouts are on the rise, but so too are tax concerns and school fees

Financial Times - 5d

Here Are the Digital Clues to What Musk Is Really Up To

What will DOGE do with access to personal data on almost all Americans?

The New York Times - 5d

Why the Price of Gold Keeps Going Up

The precious metal, considered a haven asset, is usually sought out by investors during times of turmoil.

The New York Times - 4d

Bernie Sanders Isn’t Giving Up His Fight

The senator worries that too many Democrats remain reluctant to shake up the system. But he does not regret defending Joseph R. Biden Jr. until the very end.

The New York Times - 4d

Evening Report — Hegseth moves to shake up Pentagon

{beacon} Evening Report TRUMP FIRST 100 DAYS © Virginia Mayo, Associated Press Hegseth moves to shake up the Pentagon DEFENSE SECRETARY PETE HEGSETH is moving to overhaul the Pentagon through ...

The Hill - 4d

Trump Administration Shakes Up ICE Leadership

The leadership change comes as the president aims to make good on a promise of mass deportations and arrests of undocumented immigrants across the United States.

The New York Times - 4d

Trump fires top general in Pentagon shake-up

The new defence secretary earlier accused Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff CQ Brown of having a "woke" focus.

BBC News - 4d

Trump shakes up top military leadership

Late Friday night, President Trump fired General Charles "C.Q." Brown, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called for the firing last year due to Brown's ...

CBS News - 4d

John Oliver loves performing stand-up most

Comedian John Oliver tells 60 Minutes that performing stand-up is his "favorite place to be" and explains why bombing on stage is helpful for comedians.

CBS News - 2d

Now is the time for Europe really to step up on Ukraine

The future of the post-1945 security order hangs in the balance

Financial Times - 2d

House Democrats are ramping up their attacks on the GOP agenda

Politico - 2d

The seven bills due to go up in April

A number of bill rises will come into force at the start of what some commentators have described as "awful April".

BBC News - 1d

Technology is speeding up tax season, but not the audit process

Politicians on both sides of the political aisles should relish giving their constituents a much-deserved psychological rest after completing their tax-return filing duties.

The Hill - 1d

These 3 Reasons Are Why Workplace Friendships Are Drying Up

Short job tenures, Zoom, and layoff uncertainty are accelerating people’s distance from one another at work.

Inc. - 23h

Musk meets with Johnson as DOGE tension heats up

Politico - 4h

Amazon's Souped-Up Alexa+ Arrives Next Month

Alexa+ will cost $20 a month but will be free for Amazon Prime members. It'll eventually arrive on nearly every Alexa device the company has shipped.

Wired - 2h

As Truce Talks Stall, Fears Mount for Israeli Hostages in Gaza After 500 Days

“I was in Gaza. I survived. Keith survived. Others will not,” said Aviva Siegel, who with her husband was taken hostage on Oct. 7, 2023. She urged the Israeli government to secure the release of ...

The New York Times - 5d

Federal worker fired by Trump administration talks about losing her dream job amid major cuts

Katie Sandlin thought she landed her dream job at the NIH as an educator. She spent her life savings to move from Alabama to just outside Washington, D.C. After only a few weeks on the job, she was ...

CBS News - 5d

Hunter Schafer reveals new passport misgenders her: Trump's anti-trans orders 'not just talk'

Transgender actor Hunter Schafer says she was 'shocked' upon learning her new passport, issued under the Trump administration, incorrectly identifies her.

Los Angeles Times - 4d

'Ted Lasso' actor Cristo Fernández talks of going back 'home' in his new movie

Actor Cristo Fernández and fellow co-stars talk about the new movie “Las Tres Sisters,” about 3 sisters’ unlikely pilgrimage and road trip back to Mexico.

NBC News - 4d

Ukraine Promises Swift Deal for Minerals as Trump Cuts Kyiv Out of Peace Talks

President Trump on Friday continued to bash President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine and pressure him for mineral rights.

The New York Times - 4d

Micah Parsons contract: Cowboys have not started talks with All-Pro linebacker yet, per report

Dallas is apparently taking its time with Parsons

CBS Sports - 4d

Steve Witkoff: from property developer to global spotlight as Trump’s tough-talking troubleshooter

His friendship with the president dates back to a late-night encounter in a deli. Now he is a loyal envoy brokering the Gaza ceasefire and peace talks on Ukraine. With the first phase of the ...

The Guardian - 4d

Live updates: Trump, Macron talk Russia-Ukraine war; Musk email reply now voluntary

President Trump appeared alongside French President Emmanuel Macron for a press conference Monday afternoon at the White House, after meeting on the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of ...

The Hill - 1d