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Search for earthquake survivors enters critical phase
Crews in Myanmar and Thailand are sifting through massive piles of rubble for anyone left alive after Friday's catastrophic 7.7 magnitude quake. NBC News International Correspondent Janis Mackey ...NBC News - 8h -
An AI-based drone that speeds up the detection and monitoring of wildfires is presented in Germany
A company that specializes on early wildfire detection has developed a new, AI-based drone that it says will help speed up the detection, location and monitoring of firesABC News - 3d -
Hegseth Pledges to Step Up Military Cooperation With Japan and Deter China
The U.S. defense secretary sought to reassure its ally over security ties and vowed to speed up the creation of a joint “war-fighting headquarters” to deter China.The New York Times - 16h -
Why Is Dining Alone So Difficult?
With solo reservations on the rise but many restaurants still restricting tables to two or more, solitary Americans often feel left out or stigmatized.The New York Times - 3d -
Here's the biggest news you missed this weekend
A Democratic senator says the party's brand is 'problematic.' And the NCAA men's and women's tournaments are getting down to business.NBC News - 10h -
Columbia alumni rip up diplomas to protest activist Mahmoud Khalil’s arrest
Group of Sipa graduates demonstrate against government’s jailing of graduate student, who spoke up for Palestinians. A handful of alumni from Columbia University’s school of international and ...The Guardian - 14h -
With 17 Words, Duke University Basketball Star Cooper Flagg’s Mom Taught a Brilliant Lesson in How to Raise Successful Kids
You want to be successful. What would you do for your kids?Inc. - 22h -
Southwest Airlines Just Abandoned Another Big Advantage. Will Passengers Even Notice?
Sometimes you need to let go of the thing that made you great.Inc. - 21h -
Call a doctor, then Call God: Johni Broome's Willis Reed act—and haymaker—punches Auburn's Final Four ticket
The injured Broome will be sore in the morning but just showed why he's a NPOY candidateCBS Sports - 4h -
38 Londres Street: On Impunity, Pinochet in England and a Nazi in Patagonia by Philippe Sands review – war crimes revisited
In the final part of a bravura trilogy detailing the struggle to bring war criminals to account, Sands tracks a former SS commander to Chile, where he found a friend in Augusto Pinochet. This is ...The Guardian - 1h -
Bergamot Comedy Festival shows comedy only gets better when diverse stand-ups have 'an even playing field'
Up-and-coming comedians of all stripes will perform and participate in panels at nonprofit Crow comedy club March 31 through April 5.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
DOGE Was Created to Save the Government Money. It May End Up Costing Billions Instead
DOGE reports it has saved $130 billion, but between lost tax income and severance costs, the unit may wind up costing the U.S.Inc. - 1d -
Can U.S. figure skating carry this momentum to the Olympics?
With less than a year until the Olympics, the world titles from Ilia Malinin, Alysa Liu and Madison Chock and Evan Bates have even more weight.ESPN - 4h -
Why Are We Living in the Golden Age of ‘Gut Soda’?
Fans of brands like Olipop and Poppi say it’s simple: Now more than ever, they need a guilt-free treat. And if it says it has fiber? All the better.The New York Times - 4d -
Why Taking a Strategic Pause Is the Secret to Peak Productivity
It might seem counterintuitive, but taking a pause in the workday drives results.Inc. - 17h -
Why China Is Wary of a Trump-Xi Summit
It could take months for agreement on a meeting between President Trump and Xi Jinping, China’s top leader, as Chinese officials seek a scripted encounter.The New York Times - 3h -
Purdue Pharma submits opioid lawsuit settlement plan, including up to $7 billion cash from Sacklers
Members of the Sackler family who own the OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma would hand over the company and up to $7 billion in cash in the latest plan to settle thousands of lawsuits over the toll of ...ABC News - Mar. 19 -
5 Best Phones You Can’t Buy in the US (2025), Tested and Reviewed
Wondering what you’re missing out on? Here are our favorite smartphones not officially sold stateside, available in markets like the UK and Europe.Wired - 3d -
Calling all fashion models … now AI is coming for you
As fashion brands create AI ‘twins’ with models’ permission, some believe this is just another form of exploitation. The impact of AI has been felt across industries from Hollywood to publishing – ...The Guardian - 16h -
La Liga round-up: Lewandowski shines for Barca, Real keep up the pressure, Atletico stutter
Barcelona and Real Madrid emerged victorious on matchday 29 of La Liga, continuing their relentless battle in a thrilling title race.Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid’s title aspirations took another hit ...Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Aaron Judge, Jazz Chisholm Jr. keep Yankees’ power surge going as Brewers get embarrassed again
NEW YORK — As reporters asked various Yankees hitters whether they were into the torpedo bats some members of the team have been using, Aaron Judge questioned why he would bother. “Why try to ...Yahoo Sports - 7h -
'The White Lotus' girls' trip is a disaster—these 3 red flags mean yours might be, too
If your friend isn't as comfortable going to museums or eating meals by themselves as you are, you probably won't travel well together.CNBC - 18h -
How Earth, Wind & Fire made its masterpiece
The veteran R&B group released 'That's the Way of the World' in March 1975. Here's why the album still matters.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Mike Tomlin denies Metcalf-Pickens similarities: 'One is a big man, one is tall.'
Mike Tomlin broke down why he doesn’t buy into the narrative that George Pickens and DK Metcalf are too similar.Yahoo Sports - 45m -
How Student Loan Stress Can Add to Workplace Anxiety
Nearly 10 million student loan borrowers are now delinquent, months after an end to the pandemic-era repayment freeze.Inc. - 2d -
Work checks can cut illegal migration, says Cooper
The government has unveiled plans to expand work eligibility tests to workers in the "gig economy".BBC News - 17h -
Tony Hawk Hopes Enthusiasm for Vert Skating Can Bring it Back to Olympics
With the help of social media, a new generation is resurrecting the sport’s most spectacular form. Tony Hawk hopes Olympic organizers are paying attention.The New York Times - 12h -
They’re in Hot Water in Idaho. Here’s Why That’s a Good Thing.
Nearly 500 buildings in the state capital get their heat from a clean, renewable source located deep in the ground.The New York Times - 5d -
Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road? To Get to Its Summer Home.
Chicken rentals are soaring as Americans look to make their egg sourcing as local as their backyard. Just don’t expect to save money.The New York Times - 1d -
Why it's so hard to fix the U.S. air traffic control problems
The U.S. has a severe shortage of air traffic controllers. There are currently 10,800 certified controllers but the country needs to have more than 14,000.CNBC - 1d -
Why tariffs could push car prices even higher
Tariffs will likely push car prices past the record highs seen in recent years.CNBC - 1d -
Why businesses judge AI like humans — and what that means for adoption
Enterprises adopting AI aren’t just signing a “utility contract” for revenue growth; they’re entering an “emotional contract.”VentureBeat - 1d -
Why this Michigan State basketball team was so special to Tom Izzo
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo said he wasn't sure if he's ever been more proud of a team, that this sqaud "gave me everything they had."Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Why Arsenal will present a major problem for Chelsea this summer transfer window
Chelsea are set to be caused major issues by Arsenal this coming summer transfer window as the clubs face some big transfer battles.Chelsea are going to be busy in the upcoming transfer window and ...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Why I have had enough of listening to the RFU rebels
Remember this phrase? “Respect the will of the people and get behind your country”. Of course that was about Brexit, but it could equally apply to the recent failed vote of no-confidence in the ...Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Why Norway is edging towards a fresh EU membership bid
Also in this newsletter: Ireland’s pharma industry braces itself for Donald Trump’s tariffsFinancial Times - 2h -
Turkey’s young ‘hope of millions’ held in jail as Erdoğan cracks down on protests
Popular student demonstrator Berkay Gezgin, 21, snatched off street by police outside office of detained Istanbul mayor. When 21-year-old Berkay Gezgin left the interior of Istanbul city hall, a ...The Guardian - 1d -
Bill O’Boyle: Baseball volunteers are Hall of Famers
Mar. 31—PLYMOUTH — On Barnes Street in Plymouth, a real baseball field sits on what once was — a sandlot field of dreams. On my weekly drives through the Homeland, my car seems auto-programmed to ...Yahoo Sports - 3h
