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Chinese researchers report a pig kidney transplant and a first-step liver experiment
Chinese researchers are reporting new steps in the quest for animal-to-human organ transplantsABC News - Mar. 26 -
Morning Report — Trump’s tariffs deepen US economic uncertainty
In today’s issue: President Trump’s rollout of steep tariffs aimed at allied trading partners on Wednesday sparked international head-shaking and renewed warnings at home about lasting U.S. ...The Hill - 23h -
FirstFT: Fallout from Trump tariffs deepens as nations race to offer concessions
Also in today’s newsletter, the US pivot away from Europe and South Korea’s president removedFinancial Times - 5h -
Global stock sell-off deepens after tariff rout
European markets follow Asia down as investors seek refuge from Trump’s tariff blitzFinancial Times - 3h -
Proposed foreign aid cuts could lead to millions of HIV deaths, study says
A new study shows how cuts to foreign aid could lead to millions of HIV/AIDS deaths and soaring rates of infections, undoing decades of progress against the virus.CBS News - 6d -
China's factory activity growth at 1-year high, official survey shows, as stimulus measures kick in
Chinese policymakers pledged to step up stimulus push to achieve a growth target of "around 5%" this year and cushion the impact of an escalating trade war.CNBC - 4d -
Germany sees Ukraine truce efforts as deadlocked, China says talks are encouraging
Germany’s chief diplomat is describing U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to secure a truce in the three-year war between Russia and Ukraine as deadlockedABC News - 3d -
QVC is betting on TikTok to help revive its live shopping business
QVC Group, the owner of the QVC and HSN TV networks, is teaming up with TikTok Shop for 24/7 live shopping streams in an effort to revive its business.CNBC - 1d -
Judge orders restoration of legal aid to unaccompanied migrant children
A Northern California judge ruled Tuesday that the Trump administration must temporarily restore legal aid to unaccompanied migrant children in the U.S., effectively blocking a stop-work order ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump, aides meet about TikTok deal ahead of ban deadline
President Trump will host a meeting with top aides Wednesday to discuss potential investors for acquiring TikTok ahead of the April 5 deadline, according to a source familiar with the meeting ...The Hill - 1d -
Former Biden chief of staff blames aides for Trump debate performance
Former President Biden’s chief of staff, Ron Klain, blames the senior aides for the poor debate performance last summer against then-candidate Donald Trump. Klain, who was interviewed for a new ...The Hill - 1d -
Strong earthquake rocks Thai capital of Bangkok, prompting evacuations
A strong 7.3 magnitude earthquake has rocked the Thai capital, causing buildings to swayABC News - Mar. 28 -
After an earthquake, how long can trapped victims survive?
For those trapped in rubble after an earthquake, survival depends on many factors, including weather and access to water and airABC News - 3d -
‘Beware a dollar confidence crisis’ — DB
Taking another look at the puzzling greenback pukeFinancial Times - 23h -
Cunha on Wolves future: 'Need to take next step'
Wolves forward Matheus Cunha has said that he is keen to leave the club this summer, saying he has "made it clear that I need to take the next step."ESPN - 3d -
Meta's head of AI research stepping down
The head of Meta’s artificial intelligence research division said she plans to step down, vacating a high-profile position at the parent company of Facebook and Instagram at a time of intense ...ABC News - 2d -
BBC Verify: What satellite images reveal about Myanmar's quake
Myanmar's military government says at least 2,000 people were killed in last week's 7.7 magnitude quake.BBC News - 3d -
Myanmar military fires at Chinese Red Cross quake relief convoy
The Myanmar military said its troops fired shots in the air after the convoy did not stop.BBC News - 1d -
House Republicans torpedo Johnson effort to block proxy voting for new parents
A group of House Republicans rebelled against GOP leaders on Tuesday over their effort to block a vote on allowing proxy voting for new parents — thwarting other party priorities in the process and ...The Hill - 2d -
Senators revive efforts to strip tech companies of key legal protection
Senators from both sides of the aisle are reigniting efforts to crawl back technology companies' legal immunities with hopes bipartisan support in Congress could push the bill across the finish ...The Hill - 1d -
Albert Rusnák scores late to rally Sounders to 1-1 draw with Earthquakes
Albert Rusnák scored late in the second half to rally the Seattle Sounders to a 1-1 draw with the San Jose Earthquakes at PayPal ParkABC News - 5d -
Russia bans Elton John Aids Foundation over its support for LGBTQ+ rights
Designation as ‘undesirable organisation’ exposes nonprofit’s staff and partners to possible criminal prosecution. Russian authorities on Thursday banned the Elton John Aids Foundation (EJAF), ...The Guardian - 20h -
Will Cuylle Feels Honored After Winning 2024-25 Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award
Will Cuylle has been named the winner of the 2024-25 Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award.Yahoo Sports - 16h -
Tsunami warning issued after 7.1 magnitude earthquake hits near country of Tonga
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake has caused slight damage in Tonga and brief evacuations before the threat of a tsunami passedABC News - 4d -
Jen Salke to step down from her role at Amazon MGM Studios
Jen Salke, head of Amazon MGM Studios, will step down from her role, according to an internal email from the company. She will start her own production entity.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 27 -
Georgia House Democrat steps down as state party chair
Rep. Nikema Williams (D-Ga.), the chair of the state Democratic Party in Georgia, announced to state committee members Monday she would step down from her role following a party rules change to ...The Hill - 3d -
Mets’ Frankie Montas takes positive step in lat strain recovery
Starting pitcher Frankie Montas has been sidelined with a high-grade lat strain since his first bullpen session of the spring in mid-February, but he recently took a crucial step in his recovery.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Wolves top Pistons on fight night in Minneapolis
The Pistons showed up to Target Center on Sunday ready to literally fight. But, for the first quarter, the Timberwolves looked more ready to go to bed. Until Donte DiVincenzo decided to step into ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Kovac hails "sensational" Beier after brace against Mainz
Maximilian Beier stepped up in the absence of Serhou Guirassy, scoring twice as Borussia Dortmund beat Mainz 3-1 on Sunday.BVB coach Niko Kovac was understandably delighted with what he saw from ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
FA lobbies UK government to make ‘tailgating’ at turnstiles a criminal offence
Governing body hopes law will be in place for Euro 2028 FA: ‘Enforcing entry points is a huge drain on resources’ The Football Association has stepped up its lobbying of the government to make ...The Guardian - 2d -
Trump's executive order on elections sparks backlash
Democrats are stepping up their opposition to one of President Trump’s latest executive orders, which would require proof of citizenship in order to register to vote. The order directs state and ...The Hill - 1d -
Treasury secretary to meet with House Republicans as Trump eyes new tariffs
It's the latest meeting House GOP conference chair Lisa McClain has set up with members of Trump's Cabinet in an effort to keep lawmakers in the loop on White House plans.NBC News - 3d -
'I feel guilty for not being in Myanmar - our people need us the most now'
They fled war - now Myanmar's diaspora feel helpless watching their country struggle after the quake.BBC News - 3d -
Myanmar Quake Death Toll Tops 2,000 as Help Is Slow for War-Torn Sagaing
As deaths mount, some volunteers complained of being blocked by Myanmar’s military from reaching a rebel stronghold that was badly hit.The New York Times - 3d -
Netanyahu pushes Israel to brink of constitutional crisis
Mass protests and strike threats rock country amid fears prime minister will defy Supreme CourtFinancial Times - 3d -
How Trump is exploiting Big Law’s identity crisis
Firms like Paul Weiss have hired star lawyers to expand in dealmaking. Fear of losing business has made them less willing to have a fight with the governmentFinancial Times - 1d -
What Happens When There’s a Real National Security Crisis?
In its first military action, the Trump administration showed itself to be reckless and unserious.The New York Times - 1d -
Kraken Blank Canucks in Dominant 5-0 Victory, Deepening Vancouver's Wild Card Struggles
The Vancouver Canucks' playoff hopes took another significant blow on Wednesday night at Rogers Arena as they were shut out 5-0 by the Seattle Kraken in their final matchup of the season. With ...Yahoo Sports - 14h
