Europe is still dithering about defense

Friday Briefing: A ‘Watershed Moment’ for Europe

Plus, Bong Joon Ho’s “Mickey 17.”

The New York Times - 3h

Who still makes the federal minimum wage of $7.25?

Some states have raised minimum wage for employees as the federal level has stayed at $7.25 an hour since 2009. The Trump administration has not signaled plans to boost the minimum wage, so what ...

NBC News - Feb. 22

What it means for Pope Francis to still be in ‘critical’ condition

A statement from The Vatican said that Pope Francis is still in critical condition though he showed slight improvement. NBC News’ Claudio Lavanga and Dr. John Torres report on the assessment of ...

NBC News - Feb. 24

Here's how Trump can still win in Ukraine

Team Trump is struggling to find a solution to the war in Ukraine, with President Trump refusing to blame Putin and instead placing blame on Ukraine and NATO, despite a Quinnipiac University Poll ...

The Hill - Feb. 25

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 - Feb. 26

Fyre Festival is still a byword for epic failure

But that hasn’t stopped the notorious luxury music experience from attempting a comeback

Financial Times - 5d

Fudd still pondering return to UConn, turning pro

UConn guard Azzi Fudd is still weighing the "pros and cons" of a possible return to UConn next season or turning pro, she told reporters Saturday.

ESPN - 5d

Could Zelensky still do a deal with Trump?

The Ukrainan president says he’s "ready to sign" a minerals deal.

BBC News - 4d

Why the fate of Ukraine still matters to America

As the Trump administration works to end the conflict, it should keep in mind why the fate of Ukraine matters here in America.

The Hill - 3d

Arteta: Arsenal can still go to a 'different level'

Mikel Arteta has insisted that Arsenal still have "gears to take the game to a different level" despite their injury crisis.

ESPN - 2d

Pizza boosts Greggs but sausage roll still king

The bakery chain has grown its revenue and profits by moving away from its traditional roots.

BBC News - 2d

Tiny Love Stories: ‘Serendipity Still Exists’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

The New York Times - 1d

Superb Barça stopper Szczesny: Best 'still to come'

Wojciech Szczęsny promised his best is still to come after starring in 10-man Barcelona's 1-0 Champions League round of 16 first-leg win against Benfica in Lisbon on Wednesday.

ESPN - 11h

Saints hire former Chargers coach Brandon Staley to be their defensive coordinator

The Saints' new defensive coordinator is a familiar face to NFL fans.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21

Can JJ Redick transform the Lakers’ defense? | Good Word with Goodwill

Just a couple of months ago, few considered the Lakers legitimate contenders. Has that changed?

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 25

Russia and Indonesia hold talks to strengthen ties on defense and security

A top Russian security official and Indonesia’s defense minister have held talks in Jakarta as Moscow’s war on Ukraine entered its fourth year

ABC News - Feb. 25

Starmer commits to raise UK defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027

Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the U.K. will raise defense spending to 2.5% of gross domestic product by 2027

ABC News - Feb. 25

U.K. to Raise Defense Spending to 2.5% of G.D.P. by 2027, Starmer Says

Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is set to meet with President Trump on Thursday, said he would increase British spending on defense to 2.5 percent of G.D.P. by 2027.

The New York Times - Feb. 25

Defense Dept. Schools Pause Pride Clubs and Remove Books

Clubs for Hispanic and Asian students were also among the student groups put on hold as officials raced to interpret Trump administration orders.

The New York Times - Feb. 27

How European nations are appealing to Trump, boosting defense spending

European nations that are part of NATO are boosting their defense spending and are appealing to President Trump's demands on contributions. Charlotte Howard, The Economist's executive editor, joins ...

CBS News - Feb. 27

CNBC's Inside India newsletter: How India's emerging as a formidable player in defense

India is beefing up its defense spending as tensions between the country and China grow. The subcontinent is relying on renewed U.S.-India ties for equipment.

CNBC - 6d

European leaders jump to Zelensky's defense after contentious meeting with Trump

European leaders jumped to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s defense after his contentious meeting with President Trump in Washington that started with a warm tone but derailed swiftly. The ...

The Hill - 6d

Luigi Mangione's search, arrest at Pennsylvania McDonald's were illegal: Defense

A defense attorney for Luigi Mangione, the man charged with killing the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, insists a police search and arrest late last year were illegal.

ABC News - 6d

Defense Health Agency head forced to abruptly retire: Report

The head of the Defense Health Agency (DHA), the health system for millions of service members and their dependents, was forced to abruptly retire Friday, Reuters reported. Army Lt. Gen. Telita ...

The Hill - 5d

GOP governors rush to Trump's defense after ‘jarring’ spat with Zelensky

Red state governors were quick to throw their support behind President Trump following a tense back-and-forth with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office Friday afternoon, citing ...

The Hill - 5d

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has paused cyber offensive against Russia

The change comes amid President Trump's efforts to negotiate an end to the Russia-Ukraine war.

CBS News - 4d

EU leaders prepare 'concrete' measures on defense financing, sources say

The EU is expected to announce "concrete" measures on boosting defense financing this week, sources said, as Europe and the U.S. clash over support for Ukraine.

CNBC - 3d

Defense Department changes Fort Moore's name back to Fort Benning

The base, originally named for Lt.-Gen. Henry Benning, a Confederate general and Southern secessionist who opposed freeing slaves, will now honor a World War I Cpl. Fred Benning.

CBS News - 3d

Could Jalon Walker transform the Cardinals' defense | Football 301

Walker's innate talent makes him a natural fit for the Cardinals.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

EU president aims for €800 billion of defense funding. How it would work.

European Union President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday proposed a funding program that she says could mobilize close to €800 billion ($844 billion) of defense spending.

MarketWatch - 2d

McConnell: Failure to reach spending deal a 'disaster' for national defense

Former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is warning that failure to reach a spending deal with critical adjustments for federal spending levels and priorities would be a “recipe for ...

The Hill - 2d

Can the Lakers' defensive renaissance topple the Thunder? | The Kevin O'Connor Show

The Lakers now stand as serious contenders. But is that enough to get them past the Thunder?

Yahoo Sports - 2d

GOP senators grill Trump defense nominee on Iran, Taiwan, NATO

Republican members of the Senate Armed Services Committee led by Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) grilled Elbridge Colby, President Trump’s pick to serve as undersecretary of Defense for policy, over his ...

The Hill - 2d

Knicks' loss to Warriors shows three-point woes go beyond defense

The Knicks' lack of three-point defense this season has been well-documented, but their loss to the Warriors on Tuesday goes beyond that.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard retires at age 29

Sam Hubbard was born and raised in Cincinnati, played his college football at Ohio State and then was drafted by the Bengals in 2018.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Inside St. John's rapid rise: Defense, relentlessness and the Rick Pitino effect

From a middling Big East team to their first outright title in 40 years, here's how the Red Storm have emerged as contenders.

ESPN - 1d

South Korea signs security agreement with Poland to boost economic and defense cooperation

South Korea and Poland have signed a cooperation agreement as the democratic allies find themselves united in their security concerns despite the vast geographical distance between them

ABC News - 1d

Will defensive issues cost Nikola Jokić the MVP award? | The Big Number

The contrast between Jokić's offensive genius and his deficiencies under the basket, make his case less clear-cut than stats might suggest.

Yahoo Sports - 7h

Can Europe afford to defend itself without the US?

Also in this newsletter: The EU’s peace offering in Trump’s trade war

Financial Times - Feb. 21

Europe’s elite fears Trump, Musk and the truth

The EU's ruling class has become fanatical in its desire to censor.

The Hill - Feb. 21

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