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Cuba hit by widespread blackouts after national energy grid collapses
Large areas of western Cuba, including Havana, lose power in latest blackouts to hit island nation after substation fails . Cuba’s national electrical grid collapsed late on Friday, leading to ...The Guardian - 9h -
Russia bombards Ukraine energy grid after Zelenskyy says team will hold talks with US
Officials say Russia targeted Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in a large-scale missile and drone bombardment during the nightABC News - Mar. 7 -
British man killed in Kenya after being hit by president's speeding motorcade
A British national has been killed in Kenya after being hit by a government vehicle that was part of the president’s motorcadeABC News - 1d -
Parts of L.A. Urged to Evacuate as ‘Widespread’ Rain and Snow Hit California
A storm soaking the state on Wednesday and Thursday is bringing new danger to the area hit by wildfires earlier this year.The New York Times - 2d -
Mass blackouts in storm-hit eastern Australia
Residents are warned power may not return for days as further heavy rainfall is forecast.BBC News - 6d -
Briton dies in Kenya after being hit by vehicle in president’s motorcade
Edgar Charles Frederick, 79, was killed in the hit-and-run incident in Nairobi on Thursday. A British national has died in Kenya after being struck by a government vehicle that was part of the ...The Guardian - 1d -
5 children killed and 2 others are missing after a dam collapses in Zimbabwe dam
Officials in Zimbabwe say five children were killed after a dam collapsed in eastern ZimbabweABC News - 2d -
Watch Energy Secretary Chris Wright speak live about Trump's energy agenda
Wright is member of Trump's National Energy Dominance Council, the former CEO of Liberty Energy and a former board member of the nuclear startup Oklo.CNBC - 5d -
Trump administration empties Guantánamo of migrants, flies all back to US
The Trump administration’s plans to detain migrants in Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, hit another roadblock this week after all 40 such individuals held there were sent back to the United States, with no ...The Hill - 2d -
Rangers' Collapse Against Senators Is Costly In Heated Playoff Race
The New York Rangers had two points in the palm of their hands against the Ottawa Senators on Saturday afternoon, but squandered the opportunity after a late-game collapse, leading to a 4-3 ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Braves' Austin Riley leaves Grapefruit League game after pitch hits him in the right hand
Riley got hit by a pitch from Jackson Rutledge in the first inning of the Braves’ game with the Washington Nationals. Riley held out his right hand immediately afterward in apparent pain before ...Yahoo Sports - 23h -
Swedish Battery Maker Northvolt Collapses, a Blow to Europe
The company and its assets will be sold after it filed for bankruptcy in Sweden, sinking Europe’s best hope for competing against Asian rivals.The New York Times - 3d -
Prince William: PL 3 p.m blackout is 'irritating'
Prince William has said he finds the 3 p.m blackout rule "irritating" and is a hindrance to his Aston Villa fandom.ESPN - 1d -
What to know about the collapse of Portugal's government
Portugal has slid back into more political uncertainty after its third government fell in as many years when Prime Minister Luis Montenegro lost a confidence vote in ParliamentABC News - 3d -
Trump’s tariff fight may be making this early recession signal go haywire
Bonds issued by retailers with “junk” credit ratings have been hit by selling as consumer confidence falls, but the selloff isn’t widespreadMarketWatch - 2d -
UK energy industry complains about 6pm Friday emails from regulator
Lobby group hits out at ‘unreasonable and unprofessional’ behaviour by OfgemFinancial Times - 4d -
Nissan pushes out chief Uchida after collapse of Honda merger talks
Chief planning officer Ivan Espinosa to take helm as Japanese carmaker revamps leadership for turnaroundFinancial Times - 4d -
Portugal faces fresh elections after government collapses over ethics scandal
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro loses confidence vote over consultancy he tried to transfer to his familyFinancial Times - 3d -
U.S. influencer who snatched baby wombat leaves Australia after outcry
An American influencer who uploaded a video of her grabbing a baby wombat, triggering widespread outrage, has left Australia.NBC News - 1d -
What Technicolor’s Collapse Teaches Us About Cognitive Lock-in
After 110 Years, the visual effects company behind movies like Dune and Wizard of Oz, shut down.Inc. - Mar. 7 -
Byrd gets first ECU hit 3 years after amputation
East Carolina's Parker Byrd, whose right leg was amputated below the knee after a boating accident three years ago, got his first hit as a college player when he singled in the Pirates' 12-0 win ...ESPN - 23m -
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France takes over Six Nations lead after crushing Ireland 42-27 in Dublin
France has replaced Ireland’s hand on the Six Nations rugby trophy after a momentous 42-27 win in DublinABC News - Mar. 8 -
Aston Villa Fan Prince William Calls TV Blackout ‘Irritating’
Football Blackout at 3pm Frustrates Prince WilliamPrince William has voiced his frustration over the long-standing rule that prevents football matches from being televised in the UK if they kick ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Clay Holmes strikes out eight, Mets hit two home runs in 7-6 win over Nationals
The Mets scored six runs in the first inning on two home runs and Clay Holmes dazzled with eight strikeouts, as New York beat the Washington Nationals, 7-6, in spring training action.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
British man killed by president's convoy in Kenya hit-and-run
The car did not stop after hitting Edgar Charles Frederick, 79, on a road in the capital, Nairobi.BBC News - 1d -
NCAA National Quarter-Finals Set After Three Advance
Minnesota-Duluth, Clarkson, and St. Lawrence punched their tickets into the NCAA national tournament quarter-finals with a trio of decisive wins in the opening round.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Flooding, mudslides and a tornado hit wildfire-ravaged California
Southern California, which was scorched by wildfires in January, was hit by more extreme weather. A rare tornado touched down in Pico Rivera, which is in the L.A. area. Meanwhile, in Riverside ...CBS News - 1d -
Fabrizio Romano: Chelsea Strike £33.5m Deal After Man Utd Talks Collapse
Chelsea Secure Stunning Transfer Coup Over Manchester UnitedChelsea have successfully pulled off an incredible transfer hijack, swooping in to secure Portuguese wonderkid Geovany Quenda from under ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
US energy groups call on Trump to take steadier approach on policy
Executives seek more predictable long-term rules after executive order whirlwind on climate, LNG, drilling and windFinancial Times - 4d -
'My best friend went to work - and was crushed to death by rubbish'
Months after a deadly collapse, some seek compensation, saying Kiteezi dumpsite is still unsafe.BBC News - 6d -
Musk visits National Security Agency after urging 'overhaul' of U.S. cyberespionage hub
Elon Musk paid an unannounced visit to the National Security Agency on Wednesday and met with its chief, days after he called for an "overhaul" of the U.S.'s top cyberespionage hub.NBC News - 1d -
FAA restricting non-essential helicopter operations around Reagan National after deadly crash
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday announced it would permanently restrict “non-essential” helicopter operations around Washington, D.C.’s Ronald Reagan Washington National ...The Hill - 1d -
Gaza ceasefire close to collapse as aid stops
The ceasefire in Gaza is perilously close to collapsing. Food shortages have become acute, and Palestinians living in the territory are struggling to feed their families. All aid into the territory ...CBS News - Mar. 8 -
Formula 1 picks, odds, grid, start time: 2025 Australian Grand Prix predictions, F1 bets by proven model
SportsLine's model analyzes Max Verstappen, Lando Norris and the rest of the starting grid's chances at the F1 Australian GP 2025 as Lewis Hamilton makes his Ferrari debutCBS Sports - 2h -
Trump administration sends a clear message to the oil and gas industry: 'You're the customer'
The officials leading Trump's energy agenda downplayed climate change and called for more energy production to support economic growth and national security.CNBC - 4h -
NWSL's BOS Nation to be renamed after backlash
Boston's 2026 NWSL franchise announced Friday that it will officially change its name following a highly-ridiculed launch last fall.ESPN - 14m -
Van Jones on Democrats' 'volcanic anger' with Schumer: 'We need alpha energy'
CNN political commentator Van Jones weighed in on the “volcanic anger” Democrats have with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) after he voted to advance the GOP-backed spending bill, ...The Hill - 2h -
Fernandes hits back at Ratcliffe over 'overpaid' jibe
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes said it is not the players' fault for the contracts signed off by the club as he hit back at claims by co-owner Jim Ratcliffe that some are "overpaid".And ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Man Arrested on Suspicion of Manslaughter After Ship Hits Tanker in North Sea
The 59-year-old man was arrested after a container ship struck an oil tanker in the North Sea on Monday. A crew member was presumed dead after an extensive search was called off.The New York Times - 3d
