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Fresh doubt cast on authenticity of Rubens painting in National Gallery
Exclusive: Art historian points to ‘bad craftsmanship’ in 17th-century work entitled Samson and Delilah . Doubts about whether Peter Paul Rubens painted the Samson and Delilah picture in the ...The Guardian - 2d -
Spain unleashed! Pups, plaster casts and pigeon painters – in pictures
Despite losing his studio contents in the recent Spanish floods, Ricardo Cases has a new solo exhibition that demonstrates his eye for an arresting image Continue reading...The Guardian - 2d -
Megyn Kelly casts doubt on White House selecting press pool
Conservative commentator Megyn Kelly cast doubt on a recent decision by the White House to take control of the press pool covering President Trump's daily activities. "So, I will say for the ...The Hill - 8h -
The Cryptocurrency Scam That Turned a Small Town Against Itself
How did a successful, financially sophisticated banker gamble his community’s money away?The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
The Top 6 Hidden Fees Fleecing Small Businesses
Beware of “free” financial services. They’re often accompanied by other hard-to-spot add ons or markups. By one estimate, small businesses were overcharged by $153 billion.Inc. - 3d -
Small Business Owners Express a More Uncertain Outlook
The National Federation of Independent Business report for January recorded its third highest level of uncertainty, as its index leaped 14 points due to worries about taxes, trade wars, and untamed ...Inc. - 2d -
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's L.A. home is ransacked
In an exclusive gated neighborhood in L.A., the home of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban was broken into. It's not yet clear what was taken.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 19 -
Bieber, Carell skate in benefit game for L.A. fires
Musician Justin Bieber was among a host of celebrities who laced up their skates, along with Hockey Hall of Famer Mark Messier, on Sunday afternoon to support relief funds for the Los Angeles fires ...ESPN - 4d -
Max Christie returns home to L.A. … as a visitor with the Mavericks
The former second-round draft pick of the Lakers was back at Crypto.com Arena working out before a game, which happened to be against his former team.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Commentary: 'Captain America: Brave New World' is a political thriller that shies away from politics. Why it feels like a step backward
In 'Captain America: Brave New World,' Sam Wilson talks about the pressure of wondering if he'll ever be enough. The same question applies to the movie.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 19 -
Greenland’s Big Moment
Ignored for most of its existence, the huge ice-bound island has been thrust into a geopolitical maelstrom. It’s trying to make the most of it.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
Germany Is in Big Trouble
Its economy is trapped in a vicious cycle and nobody seems to know what to do about it.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Kerr's new-look small-ball lineup faces stiff challenges
Steve Kerr's new small-ball lineup presents Golden State with serious challenges as the Warriors make a playoff push down the stretch.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20 -
Can Tech Save Small Ski Resorts From Extinction?
The small Colorado company Entabeni Systems is quietly working to upend the ski industry with a business model built on handshake deals made in ski resort parking lots.Wired - 5d -
The Small Business Administration is a failed experiment that should be ended now
The SBA was an experiment that never really succeeded. Considering how everything in the federal government is now being scrutinized, now may be the right time to end that experiment.The Hill - 2d -
These small changes could boost your investment gains by millions of dollars
The very best way to invest in the stock marketMarketWatch - 2d -
Some small businesses are on the brink after Trump's spending cuts affect contracts
"My company has been left behind," one small business founder said.ABC News - 1d -
England Under-18s to 'Small Black', via four lost stone
Tom Rowland was a powerhouse England under-18 prop. Eight years later and four stone lighter, he is about to become part of the first sub-85kg New Zealand team.BBC News - 1d -
Cortez Masto, Grassley push for grants for small police departments
Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) are pushing to launch a grant program to boost resources for small law enforcement departments across the country. Dubbed the ...The Hill - 1d -
Small Businesses Aren’t the Target of This Week’s Consumer Boycott, but They’re Not Off the Hook
The February 28 ‘economic blackout’ signals growing frustration with the economy.Inc. - 1d -
1 Small Change Will Help You Learn Better, According to a Psychology Professor
Entrepreneurs are lifelong learners by definition. There’s a simple way to improve comprehension. Not enough people use it.Inc. - 14h -
Economic Blackout: Does Paying in Cash Really Help Small Businesses?
A large consumer boycott aims to hit back at big businesses and banks. But many small companies have moved away from cash.Inc. - 2h -
In wake of southern California wildfires, a diverse small business community looks to rebuild
Business owners in Altadena hope to see the diverse community that their organizations thrived in rise from the ashes.CNBC - 2h -
No extension for Vlad Jr., Devers vs. Bregman drama in Boston & can Ohtani parallel park? | Baseball Bar-B-Cast
Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman react to Vladdy not signing an extension in Toronto, 3B drama in Boston, Manfred's latest appearance before the press and play a game of The Good, The Bad, The Uggla.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20 -
Is Toronto's gamble with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. a massive mistake? | Baseball Bar-B-Cast
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is poised to hit free agency next winter. Did the Blue Jays miss their opportunity?Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20 -
Kremlin casts doubt on Trump claim Russia would accept European troops in Ukraine
Spokesperson reiterates position as sources say Putin is committed to Russian control of Ukraine’s political future. The Kremlin has appeared to reject Donald Trump’s claim that Vladimir Putin is ...The Guardian - 3d -
Yankees make SHOCKING announcements, MLB tries out the ABS in Spring Training | Baseball Bar-B-Cast
Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the Yankees changing their tune when it comes to beards and their losses, MLB giving the Automated Ball-Strike challenge system a try and thirty things they ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Is MLB's automated ball-strike system revolutionizing the strike zone or imposing on tradition? | Baseball Bar-B-Cast
Fans and players alike want to see if ABS is an asset or merely an annoying intrusion.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
The best MLB team setup for the future, a baseball-style 4 Nations tournament | Baseball Bar-B-Cast
Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss their 26-and-under power rankings for 2025, answer your emails—including whether MLB should adopt a 4 Nations-style tournament—and make their picks for The ...Yahoo Sports - 1h -
Milei wins senate votes despite memecoin scandal
Libertarian secures electoral reform after his most difficult week since becoming Argentina’s presidentFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Yin triumphs at LPGA Thailand despite Iwai's 61
Angel Yin made seven birdies in a bogey-free final round to hold off a fast-finishing Akie Iwai to win the LPGA Thailand tournament by one shot.ESPN - 5d -
Despite invite, Venus 'not playing' Indian Wells
During an appearance in Denmark on Sunday, former world No. 1 Venus Williams said she would not play at the upcoming BNP Paribas Open in California, a decision the tournament confirmed in a social ...ESPN - 4d -
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Despite critics’ claims, the world still stands with Ukraine
Overall, past and current actions suggest an ongoing global effort to continue helping Ukraine.The Hill - 2d -
Arteta defiant about title despite Forest draw
Mikel Arteta has refused to concede the Premier League title, despite seeing Arsenal fall 13 points behind leaders Liverpool with a 0-0 draw against Nottingham Forest.ESPN - 1d -
Hayes: USWNT 'future is exciting' despite 1st loss
USWNT coach Emma Hayes played down the significance of the team's first loss since she took charge last year, when going down 2-1 to Japan in the SheBelieves Cup on Wednesday.ESPN - 21h -
Thailand Deports Dozens of Uyghurs to China Despite Pleas
Rights groups criticized the Thai government for sending the Uyghurs, a persecuted Muslim minority, back to China, where they face the risk of torture and imprisonment.The New York Times - 19h -
FireAid distributes first $50 million to L.A. wildfire relief groups
These grants coming from the massive benefit concert in January will prioritize immediate recovery services for displaced residents, workers, small-business owners and first responders.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 18 -
'We are history.' Hood Historian serves as the memory bank for L.A.
Hood Historian's passion for sharing the history of Southern California through the lens of "a Black dude from the hood" has built a true community.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 19 -
L.A. DA does not support overturning Menendez brothers' murder convictions
Los Angeles' top prosecutor rejected a bid by Erik and Lyle Menendez to challenge their murder convictions, telling reporters Friday that evidence cited by the brothers did not meet the standards ...NBC News - 6d
