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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 -
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 - Mar. 12 -
'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 - Mar. 12 -
Bill Chisholm agrees to buy Boston Celtics for record $6.1 billion
Symphony Technology Group managing partner Bill Chisholm agreed to buy the NBA's Boston Celtics at a $6.1 billion valuation, he announced Thursday.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Congestion Pricing Is at Risk. So Is the M.T.A.’s $68 Billion Plan.
The M.T.A. has a five-year capital budget proposal for critical upgrades to the subway, buses and commuter railroads. The catch: It depends on $14 billion in federal funding.The New York Times - 2d -
Want to boost UK’s investment culture? Exempt stocks-and-shares Isas from IHT
I doubt the government will go for my idea, but it could increase investment in UK plc — and make people richerFinancial Times - Mar. 8 -
DNC to make first major post-election investment into Wisconsin Supreme Court race
The Democratic National Committee is set to announce its earliest-ever new election cycle investment in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race.ABC News - Mar. 18 -
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 - Mar. 13 -
Assisted dying bill is ‘flawed and dangerous’ after changes, says group of Labour MPs
Bill, which passed committee scrutiny on Tuesday, has ‘insufficient protections’ for most vulnerable. UK politics live – latest updates Labour MPs opposed to assisted dying have called the ...The Guardian - 2d -
Mount St. Mary's rolls in First Four, to face Duke
Dola Adebayo and Jedy Cordilia led Mount St. Mary's to a first-round matchup versus Duke after beating American, who lost leading scorer Matt Rogers to a knee injury.ESPN - Mar. 20 -
With a charged win over US, Canada proved they’re a complete squad
Despite losing their best player to injury and their head coach to a red card, Canada hardly lost a step as they beat their northern neighbors on their own turf. American positives from a ...The Guardian - 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 - Mar. 14 -
'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 - Mar. 14 -
‘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 - Mar. 16 -
2025 March Madness cheat sheet: NCAA Tournament highlights and how to win your bracket
Here’s how to catch the college basketball’s most chaotic three weeks on television and streaming, plus what to know about tip-off time, the Final Four and moreYahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Florida basketball vs. Maryland tickets in 2025 NCAA Tournament Sweet 16: Prices, how to buy
Want to buy tickets to Florida basketball’s NCAA Tournament 2025 Sweet 16 game vs. Maryland in San Francisco? Here’s how, including prices for March Madness.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Why You Should Sign Up for an I.R.S. Identity Protection PIN
With employees from the so-called Department of Government Efficiency poking around in agency systems, faith in data security isn’t what it once was. The tool, an identity protection PIN, can help.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
We don’t need the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — we have courts
President Trump has dropped several cases filed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, leading to calls for 1 million lawyers to help consumers instead of a government agency.The Hill - Mar. 15 -
Mall staple Forever 21 files for bankruptcy protection, again
Forever 21 has filed for bankruptcy protection for a second time as traffic in U.S. shopping malls fades and competition from online retailers like Amazon, Temu and Shein intensifiesABC News - Mar. 17 -
House bill lets Secret Service cover local costs of protecting Trump
A bill introduced in the House would allow the Secret Service to reimburse local law enforcement agencies for the costs of protecting President Trump. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.) reintroduced a bill ...The Hill - Mar. 19 -
Use of pesticides on UK farms to be cut by 10% by 2030 to protect bees
Campaigners welcome long-delayed proposals to reduce pesticide-related harms to pollinators. The use of pesticides on UK farms is to be reduced by 10% by 2030 under government plans to protect bees ...The Guardian - Mar. 21 -
DHS ends protected status for over a half-million migrants
The Department of Homeland Security has announced it's revoking the Temporary Protected Status of over half a million migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela. This new order applies to ...NBC News - 6d -
World Athletics mandates cheek swabs to ‘doggedly protect female category’
Coe seeks to ensure ‘integrity of female women’s sport’ Aim is to be ready for September world championships Sebastian Coe has vowed to “doggedly protect the female category and do whatever it ...The Guardian - 3d -
Utah passes new protections for children of influencers after Ruby Franke case
Utah on Tuesday passed new protections for children of social media influencers after the child abuse conviction of former YouTube star Ruby Franke. Republican Gov. Spencer Cox signed a law that ...The Hill - 1d -
Congressional Black Caucus calls on Lutnick to protect Minority Business Development Agency
The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) has sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce demanding Secretary Howard Lutnick protect the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) from President ...The Hill - 17h -
Congressional Black Caucus calls on Lutnick to protect Minority Business Development Agency
The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) has sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce demanding Secretary Howard Lutnick protect the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) from President ...The Hill - 17h -
43-year-old American moved abroad 16 years ago and is happier than ever—how she lives comfortably on $44,000 a year
Nicole Brewer has spent over a decade teaching English as a second language in Nizwa, Oman.CNBC - Mar. 20 -
Firebirds Sign 2024 U-18 Draft Pick
Earlier today, the Flint Firebirds announced the signing of 2024 U-18 OHL Priority Draft selection Josh Bonnyman to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21 -
How Texas oil workers, technology are helping build a new renewable boom
This story was produced in partnership with the Pulitzer Center. It is part four in a four-part series. Read part one here, part two here and part three here. On any other day, David Rodriguez’s ...The Hill - 4d -
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 - Mar. 15 -
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 -
Yankees become first MLB team valued at more than $8 billion, plus which club saw 50% increase over last year
Forbes has estimated the average club is valued at $2.6 billionCBS Sports - 2d -
NHL Power Rankings: Capitals reign at No. 1, plus pickups for the fantasy playoffs
As the playoff field solidifies, here's how our panel voted. And here's one fantasy player to target per team.ESPN - 6d -
Jordan Henderson: ‘I looked at how far it was to Berlin and I hired a van’
Recalled England midfielder discusses his last-minute dash, as a fan, to the Euro 2024 final – and his World Cup dream. Jordan Henderson wanted to be part of it. He felt he deserved to be part of ...The Guardian - 5d -
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 - Mar. 16 -
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 - Mar. 17 -
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 -
How did that Notre Dame football freshman defensive end come so far so fast?
No amount of advice anyone offered prepared Bryce Young for the 2024 Notre Dame football season, one that seemingly lasted forever and saw Young thriveYahoo 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 - Mar. 15
