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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 -
RFK Jr. wants artificial dyes out of America’s food, but it's not clear they’re harmful, scientist says
A priority for the Trump administration is to rid the food system of artificial dyes. Here's what experts say about if FD&Cs are safe to consume.CNBC - 3d -
'A massive ship came out of the blue': Sailor describes the crash
As questions remain over how the tanker collision happened, here is a timeline of how it unfolded.BBC News - Mar. 11 -
New Bedford Half Marathon is Sunday: What's closed, where to park, and how to watch
The New Bedford Half-Marathon is set to return on Sunday. What streets will be closed, where do you park, and how do you watch? Here's what to know.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
'It's a money game now' — How LSU is using NIL to keep up in ever-evolving college football world
After falling short of expectations for three seasons, LSU drummed up as much as it could in fundraising to get the Tigers back in the national picture. Here's a deep dive into how that all works ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
‘Kids can bypass anything if they’re clever enough!’ How tech experts keep their children safe online
From hacking screen time settings to bypassing website restrictions, young people make responsible parenting in the age of tech feel like a game of whack-a-mole. Here’s how to do it successfully . ...The Guardian - 2d -
Congress must end legalized theft on US highways
Marine veteran Stephen Lara lost his life savings in a highway stop by Nevada State Police, who seized his cash, highlighting the need for the Fifth Amendment Integrity Restoration Act to protect ...The Hill - 6d -
Can the free press be saved? | Katrina vanden Heuvel
It will take a new movement of responsible readers and benefactors to protect independent media. When Disney announced yet another round of layoffs at ABC News last week, it came on the heels of ...The Guardian - 5d -
Canada to impose 25% retaliatory tariffs on $21 billion worth of U.S. goods
Canada will impose 25% tariffs on more than $20 billion worth of U.S. goods in retaliation for the Trump administration's steel and aluminum duties.CNBC - 6d -
'Pokémon Go' sells to Saudi-backed Scopely in $3.5-billion deal
Scopely, a mobile game company, will purchase 'Pokémon Go' and other games from developer Niantic in a deal worth $3.5 billion, the companies announced Wednesday.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Predicting the Premier League stretch, from Champions League race to relegation
With the just nine matchdays left in the 2024-25 Premier League season, how will things shake out for Arsenal, Man City, Chelsea and others? Let's predict how the final stretch plays out.ESPN - 4h -
Fred Couples says he will play in the 2025 Masters but will it be his last trip to Augusta?
After limping to rounds of 80-76 at the 2024 Masters, the 1992 champion questioned internally if Augusta National wished he'd step aside.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Your 401(k) may need some all-weather protection
With retail investors in the grip of stock-market turmoil, a fund that protects against all kinds of financial risks seems like a good idea. Is it?MarketWatch - 4h -
Trump is ending Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden
President Donald Trump is ending U.S. Secret Service protection for former President Joe Biden's adult children, Hunter and Ashley Biden.ABC News - 5h -
Russia behind arson attack on Ikea store in Lithuanian capital, says prosecutor
People suspected of involvement in 2024 Vilnius attack also accused of links to crimes in Poland. Lithuanian prosecutors have blamed the Russian military intelligence service for being behind an ...The Guardian - 1d -
5 reasons why the 'boring' Detroit Pistons are worthy of your attention (and Shaq's too)
Here are five things worth knowing about the 2024-25 Detroit Pistons, who’ve been one of the best stories in the NBA all season long.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Understanding Trump's 2024 comeback
When President Trump left office in January 2021, he said he would "be back in some form." A new book, "Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump's Return to Power," examines the president's ...CBS News - 6d -
Peruvian fisherman lost for 95 days in Pacific Ocean returns home
Maximo Napa, a Peruvian fisherman who spent 95 days lost in the Pacific Ocean, eating roaches, birds and sea turtles to survive, is returning home to his family.NBC News - 1d -
Brock Purdy nearly doubles his 2024 salary, with performance-based pay
49ers quarterback Brock Purdy earned the paltry (by NFL starter standards) sum of $985,000 in 2024.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Top 10 Lions in performance-based pay bonuses for 2024
These 10 Lions players earned the biggest performance-based pay bonuses for the 2024 seasonYahoo Sports - 4d -
Dee Alford earns performance-based pay from the 2024 NFL season
Falcons free-agent CB Dee Alford earns performance-based pay from 2024 NFL seasonYahoo Sports - 4d -
Sixers explain importance of final 15 games of tough 2024-25 season
The Philadelphia 76ers explain the importance of the final 15 games of what has been a tougher than expected 2024-25 season.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Nets vs. Celtics game preview: How to watch, lineups, broadcast info
Here is the game preview of the Brooklyn Nets' matchup against the Boston Celtics on Saturday.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Nets vs. Hawks game preview: How to watch, lineups, broadcast info
Here is the game preview of the Brooklyn Nets' matchup against the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Connecticut's 'lax' homeschooling rules could have aided boy's abuse, some education advocates say
After a Connecticut woman was accused of holding her stepson captive for two decades, education advocates said the state’s largely unregulated homeschooling system could allow abusive parents to ...NBC News - 4d -
How the SailGP Championship Is Like Formula 1 on Water
From towering catamarans racing at 60 M.P.H. to $12.8 million in prize money, here’s everything to know about the global competition.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Ukraine’s supporters move to ‘operational phase’ in ceasefire planning, Starmer says
‘Coalition of the willing’ will meet again on Thursday to discuss how a truce could be guaranteedFinancial Times - 3d -
Here’s the level that could be an attractive entry point for stocks, says Morgan Stanley’s Mike Wilson
A Morgan Stanley analyst identifies the point where investors might find an attractive entry point to get back in the market.MarketWatch - Mar. 10 -
RFK Jr. has made several claims about measles. Here's what the science says
RFK Jr. has claimed measles can be treated with vitamin A and that severe infection is linked to poor diet. But many experts who spoke with ABC News disagreed.ABC News - 4d -
AI that can match humans at any task will be here in five to 10 years, Google DeepMind CEO says
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis said he thinks artificial general intelligence, or AGI, will emerge in the next five or 10 years.CNBC - 1d -
AI that can match humans at any task will be here in five to 10 years, Google DeepMind CEO says
LONDON — Artificial intelligence that can match humans at any task is still some way off — but it’s only a matter of time before it becomes a reality, according to the CEO of Google DeepMind.NBC News - 1d -
Sarepta’s stock slammed after patient dies of liver failure. Here’s what Wall Street is saying.
More than 800 people have been treated with Elevidys, the only approved treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, the company said.MarketWatch - 4h -
De Blasio: 'Unclear' message hurt Democrats in 2024
Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) said Thursday that Democrats lacked a clear message during the 2024 campaign cycle, leading in part to their defeat in the race for the White House. In ...The Hill - 5d -
Deal Makers Restaff for the Trump Era
Clients increasingly want to know how to navigate shifting diplomatic alliances, unexpected conflicts and an unpredictable American administration.The New York Times - 1d -
Abuse by Guildhall tutor in 1980s left me in despair, says opera singer
Idit Arad calls for better protection for music students as London college admits failing in its duty of care to her. It should have been the start of a great career in classical music for Idit ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Tories say rights act should not apply to deportations
Kemi Badenoch previously criticised how some foreign criminals and illegal migrants were using the act.BBC News - Mar. 9 -
UFC Fight Night 255: How to watch Leon Edwards vs. Sean Brady, start time, London fight card, odds, more
The UFC is back in one of the world's most iconic cities Saturday with UFC Fight Night 255 in London. Here's how to watch UFC Fight Night 255 with a British former champion in the headlining spot, ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Why Olympic medalist Omari Jones’ path to becoming ‘America’s next boxing superstar’ will be so difficult
2024 bronze medalist Omari Jones is the latest American boxer who will attempt turning Olympic success into professional dollars. But with the way the sport is changing, can the old formula still ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
4 Broncos make PFF’s list of Top 101 players from 2024 season
These players stood out for the Broncos and ranked among the NFL's best in 2024.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
How Foreign Aid Cuts Are Setting the Stage for Disease Outbreaks
Organizations funded by the United States helped keep dangerous pathogens in check around the world. Now many safeguards are gone, and Americans may pay the price.The New York Times - Mar. 9
