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English authority led by Ben Houchen told to improve use of public money
Tees Valley Combined Authority to be issued with a “best value” notice by ministersFinancial Times - 1d -
Tennessee Valley Authority, the nation's largest public utility, appoints a new CEO
The Tennessee Valley Authority has promoted one of its top executives to CEO as President Donald Trump has begun turning his attention back to the nation's largest public utilityABC News - 3d -
Save NPR and PBS — but without the government money
The best strategy for public broadcasting would be to take their own decisive steps to ditch federal funding and move on.The Hill - 20h -
AI race gives Washington another reason to be tough on TikTok
It is pouring US money into China’s artificial intelligence ecosystemFinancial Times - 1d -
Not that Norfolk! Mislabelled shipments led to Trump tariffs on uninhabited islands and remote outposts with no US trade
Exclusive : Aquarium systems, Timberland boots and recycling plant parts were mislabelled as coming from remote Norfolk Island or Heard and McDonald islands. Tariffs send US markets tumbling to ...The Guardian - 7h -
Three ways Trump's move may affect you and your money
The UK has been hit with 10% tariffs by the US, but there is uncertainty as to the impact of them.BBC News - 18h -
‘A Tiny Bit of Math’ Might Improve Your Heart Health, Study Suggests
Your average daily heart rate is a useful metric; so is your daily step count. Combining the two might be even better.The New York Times - 2d -
PwC China plans to spin off cyber security arm
Partner-led buyout would improve liquidity and mark strategic pivot away from consultingFinancial Times - 6h -
Isomorphic Labs, Google’s A.I. Drug Business, Raises Money From Thrive
The company, which uses artificial intelligence to develop new treatments, now counts the venture capital firm Thrive Capital as a backer.The New York Times - 3d -
Democratic senator said Signal chat could have led to lost US lives
Democratic Sen. Mark Warner said had information been leaked from national security officials' Signal chat on plans to bomb the Houthis, lives could have been lost.ABC News - 4d -
Georgia Tech coach Nell Fortner, who led US women to Olympic gold in 2000, announces retirement
Nell Fortner announced Monday she is retiring following 15 seasons as a college basketball head coach, including the last six at Georgia Tech. Fortner also was the first coach and general manager ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Thousands of US health agency workers laid off in overhaul led by RFK Jr
Trump administration begins reducing Health and Human Services workforce as Kennedy plans up to 10,000 job cuts. Thousands of Health and Human Services (HHS) employees across the country are being ...The Guardian - 2d -
Musk’s X asks Supreme Court to shield users from US government
Billionaire backs case brought by Coinbase client whose data was surrendered to authoritiesFinancial Times - 2d -
SignalGate Is Driving the Most US Downloads of Signal Ever
Scandal surrounding the Trump administration’s Signal group chat has led to a landmark week for the encrypted messaging app’s adoption—its “largest US growth moment by a massive margin.”Wired - Mar. 27 -
I study happiness for a living: 25 'short rules' for young people to make life happier, uncomplicated and successful
Gretchin Rubin, happiness researcher and bestselling author of "The Happiness Project" shares her favorite life tips that take little time, energy or money.CNBC - 2d -
Zambia remove US-based players due to Trump immigration policy fears
Orlando Pride’s Barbra Banda among removals Immigration crackdowns led to decision The Zambia women’s national team have decided to remove their four US-based players from their squad for ...The Guardian - 1d -
Chef Robotics raises $20.6 million to continue building AI robot arms
Chef Robotics has raised $20.6 million in a Series A funding round led by Avataar Ventures, the company told CNBC.CNBC - 3d -
Pilar Viladas, Architecture and Design Journalist, Dies at 70
Schooled in art history, she brought authority and a human perspective to her writing and editing for Architectural Digest, HG, The Times and other publications.The New York Times - Mar. 28 -
'Google AI presented my April Fool's story as real news'
Journalist Ben Black was "shocked" to discover his fake news from five years ago used by AI.BBC News - 1d -
Unmarked Vans. Secret Lists. Public Denunciations. America’s Police State Has Arrived.
Those of us who’ve seen secret police in action can’t shake a feeling of dreadful familiarity.The New York Times - 2d -
US health secretary and agency sued by 23 states and DC over $11bn funding cut
Lawsuit alleges department’s ending of wide array of grants is ‘unlawful’ and poses ‘serious harm to public health’. Twenty-three states and the District of Columbia are suing the US Department of ...The Guardian - 1d -
US car dealers fret as Trump’s tariffs set to take effect
Threat of levies has led to robust sales but analysts expect business to plummet as they begin to hitFinancial Times - 2d -
Pope Francis’ Health Continues to Improve, Vatican Says
A little over a week after returning to the Vatican guesthouse to convalesce, the pope was showing gradual improvements in his movements and speech.The New York Times - 2d -
Amazon joins list of TikTok suitors as deadline for a U.S. buyer nears
Amazon has made a late bid to purchase TikTok, a person familiar with the ongoing White House-led discussions told NBC News.NBC News - 1d -
Deutsche Bank’s asset manager fined €25mn over greenwashing scandal
Penalty against DWS imposed by German prosecutors follows €19mn settlement with US authorities in 2023Financial Times - 2d -
Bethesda And ZeniMax Union Votes To Authorize A Strike
After two years of contract negotiations with parent company Microsoft, ZeniMax Workers United members have voted in overwhelming favor to authorize a strike. The union announced the news earlier ...GameSpot - 2d -
USMNT's Adams: Pro-rel would improve MLS
USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams has voiced his support for bringing promotion and relegation to MLS, saying it would improve the competitiveness of the league.ESPN - 22h -
I've told Fernandes he is going nowhere - Amorim
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says he has told Bruno Fernandes he will not allow him to leave this summer.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
I've told Fernandes he is going nowhere - Amorim
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says he has told Bruno Fernandes he will not allow him to leave this summer.BBC News - 3d -
Ben Yedder attempts soccer comeback in Iran after suspended prison sentence
Former France international Wissam Ben Yedder is trying to revive his career in Iran after almost a year on the sidelines and a suspended prison sentence for sexually assaulting a woman. Ben ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
US health agency layoffs gut mine safety, infertility and smoking programs
Thousands lost jobs as sweeping cuts reshape public health, leaving experts and lawmakers scrambling . Experts in everything from mine safety to smoking and infertility were hit by mass layoffs ...The Guardian - 2d -
Dodgers don't boast MLB's highest payroll. They can thank deferred contracts to Ohtani, Betts
The central takeaway from the shower of Monopoly money is the Dodgers' extensive use of deferred salaries that substantially lower the present-day value of contracts.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Authorities investigate damaging fire at New Mexico's GOP headquarters
Federal authorities are investigating an early morning fire that damaged the entryway to the headquarters of the Republican Party of New Mexico in AlbuquerqueABC News - 4d -
Top tennis players ask for more money, influence
Twenty leading tennis players signed a letter sent to the heads of the four Grand Slam tournaments seeking more prize money and a greater say.ESPN - 8h -
Bears coach Ben Johnson shares message for his team
New Bears head coach Ben Johnson wants his team to forget about last year.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Bears HC Ben Johnson explains what to expect from Eric Bieniemy
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson discussed Eric Bieniemy joining the coaching staff.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Bears HC Ben Johnson emphasizes importance of passing game EPA
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson discussed the emphasis on passing game EPA heading into 2025.Yahoo Sports - 22h
