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Ex-British ambassador to US who criticized Trump urges Starmer not to concede on retaliatory tariffs
Former United Kingdom Ambassador to the United States Kim Darroch urged British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to take a robust stance against President Trump’s threats of retaliatory tariffs, saying ...The Hill - 11h -
Chair of African charity says Prince Harry orchestrated bullying campaign
The chairperson of an African charity co-founded by Prince Harry has accused him of orchestrating a bullying and harassment campaign to try to force her outABC News - 20h -
Sam Kerr avoids Football Australia sanction as path cleared to retain Matildas captaincy
‘Additional context’ not in public sphere helps inform FA’s decision Striker included in training squad for South Korea friendlies Matildas striker Sam Kerr will be free to return as national ...The Guardian - 11h -
Fear at isolated Antarctica base as man accused of attacking colleague, threats
South African officials say a member of a research team at an isolated Antarctica base has been put under psychological evaluation after he allegedly assaulted and sexually harassed colleaguesABC News - Mar. 18 -
South Carolina’s used to dominating. It’s been a narrower path to this Final Four
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — It’s become almost a norm around this time in the calendar for Dawn Staley and top-seeded South Carolina to gather at midcourt and accept trophies for their accomplishments. ...Yahoo Sports - 9h -
These South Carolina stars are used to winning. But they know Final Four won't be easy
South Carolina women's basketball seniors Bree Hall and Sania Feagin have never not made a Final Four. They are still hungry for back-to-back titles.Yahoo Sports - 8h -
Top US law firms balk at backing Perkins’ challenge to Trump sanctions
Legal industry split over whether to join amicus brief against president’s order for fear of retaliationFinancial Times - 19h -
Defending champion South Carolina returns to Final Four, beating Duke 54-50 in March Madness
Chloe Kitts scored 14 points and defending national champion South Carolina reached the Final Four of the women’s NCAA Tournament for a fifth straight year, beating Duke 54-50ABC News - 13h -
Sanctions hurt EU more than Putin, says senior German politician
Centre-right premier of Saxony latest to question curbs on Russia over Ukraine invasionFinancial Times - 23h -
Australia open door for Kerr's return as Matildas captain
Football Australia on Monday opened the door for Sam Kerr's return as Matildas captain, saying they would take no further action over a drunken altercation that landed her in a UK court.Football ...Yahoo Sports - 8h -
Rubio Says He Has Revoked 300 or More Visas in Trump’s Deportation Push
The secretary of state said he was trying to expel “lunatics” who had taken part in campus movements, as well as criminals. Some are permanent U.S. residents.The New York Times - 2d -
After 120 Years Stored in a Museum, an Indigenous Shrine Returns Home
Taken from a First Nation community in Canada, the shrine recently began a more than 3,000-mile journey back from the American Museum of Natural History in New York.The New York Times - 1d -
Hegseth says US is setting up a ‘war-fighting’ base in Japan
Trump’s defence secretary uses Tokyo trip to call for a strengthening of the deterrence against ChinaFinancial Times - 1d -
‘They Will Label Us as Spies’: The Afghan Students Abandoned by America
Students at the American University of Afghanistan in Qatar fear having to return to their Taliban-ruled homeland after aid and visa cutoffs by the Trump administration.The New York Times - 19h -
NBC News Exclusive: Trump says he's 'very angry' at Russia's Putin
In an exclusive interview with NBC News, President Trump said he's 'pissed off' at Russia's president amid ongoing talks to end the war in Ukraine, and raised the possibility of new sanctions ...NBC News - 9h -
Greenland prime minister says US will not get Greenland
The prime minister of Greenland is pushing back against assertions by U.S. President Donald Trump that America will take control of the island territoryABC News - 14h -
The Free Press' Mr. Basketball returned home, became leader to push BHS to D-I title
Transferring to his hometown school, Abdi Sharif, this year's recipient of the Free Press' Mr. Basketball award, guided BHS to first crown since 2016.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
What to Wear for Your Media Appearance
Four tips to help you brand yourself and feel comfortable on camera.Inc. - 2d -
Wounded Palestinians dying over lack of supplies, US surgeon who worked in Gaza says
Dr Mark Perlmutter says doctors are working without soap, antibiotics or x-ray facilities, as Israel has resumed its offensive against Hamas.BBC News - 15h -
US airstrikes pound Yemen's capital overnight, killing at least 1, Houthi rebels say
Suspected U.S. airstrikes struck around Yemen’s rebel-held capital overnight, and the Iranian-backed Houthis say at least one person was killedABC News - 2h -
Experts say US weather forecasts will worsen as DOGE cuts balloon launches
With massive job cuts, the National Weather Service is reducing vital weather balloon launches in eight northern locationsABC News - Mar. 22 -
'Greedy landlords are cashing in and forcing us out of town'
The construction of the Sizewell C nuclear power plant on the Suffolk coast is a key part of the government's growth programme, but some residents in the area say it's causing a housing problem.BBC News - 8h -
Fantastic finishes, team title highlight Bloomington's day at indoor state track
Bloomington scores big as Cougar boys repeat, South girls 3rd; Owen Valley also brings home a high jump champYahoo Sports - 8h -
Donald Trump says he is ‘very angry’ with Vladimir Putin over Ukraine
US president says his Russian counterpart’s questioning of Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s credibility could delay ceasefire. Donald Trump has said he is “pissed off” with Vladimir Putin over his approach to ...The Guardian - 6h -
Trump says he is ‘not joking’ about seeking a third term in office
President has repeatedly mused about a move that would breach the US ConstitutionFinancial Times - 11h -
UK cladding fund fix would enable 90,000 affordable homes, councils say
Letter to ministers points out that schemes to reimburse dangerous material removal exclude social housingFinancial Times - 10h -
43-year-old American who never plans to return to the U.S. shares her No 1. piece of advice for moving abroad
Nicole Brewer, 43, has lived abroad for 16 years. To follow in her footsteps, she says, you'll have to ignore naysayers and do thorough research.CNBC - 1d -
A Journey on South Africa’s Blue Train
On a trip from Cape Town to Pretoria, a reporter grapples with the whiplash of traveling through South Africa’s two worlds, from majestic mountains to struggling shantytowns.The New York Times - 6d -
Homeownership is ‘an investment,’ Maryland governor says. High prices mean fewer young adults can benefit
Since 1980, median home prices have increased much faster than median household incomes, research finds. For some, that is putting home ownership out of reach.CNBC - 19h -
Brazil in ‘privileged’ position to withstand trade war, says finance minister
Fernando Haddad maintains commodity exporter’s links to China, US and EU will shield it from protectionismFinancial Times - 1d -
Iran has rejected direct negotiations with the US in response to Trump's letter
Iran’s president says Tehran had rejected direct negotiations with the United States in response to a letter from President Donald Trump over its rapidly advancing nuclear programABC News - 21h -
Doctor cites pope's 'surprising improvement' after surviving life-threatening crises
The pope's doctor says Francis has shown ‘’a truly surprising improvement’’ since returning to the Vatican to convalesce after surviving a life-threatening bout with double-pneumoniaABC News - 1d -
AI was enemy No 1 during the Hollywood strikes, now it's being used in Oscar-winning films
Tech companies say AI will make productions cheaper and faster - but many in Hollywood think it will replace their jobs.BBC News - 4h -
Rocket crashes back to Earth just moments after launch in Norway
The Spectrum rocket's first test flight lasted 30 seconds but researchers say it will still provide useful data.BBC News - 16h -
Starmer and Trump discuss 'productive negotiations' on economic deal
The call comes after sources at No 10 say the government is prepared to retaliate against US tariffs if needed.BBC News - 5h -
Trump threatens secondary tariffs on Russian oil if no deal on Ukraine
US president says he is ‘pissed off’ with Vladimir Putin for dragging feet in ceasefire talksFinancial Times - 6h -
3 Types of Words That Make You Instantly More Memorable, According to a Stanford Psychologist
People will be more likely to remember what you say when you use these types of words.Inc. - 1h -
Why These Islanders Hunt Dolphins
The residents of Fanalei Island, in the Solomon Islands, say the lucrative hunts will help them buy land elsewhere and move off their sinking home.The New York Times - 4d -
As Lady Gaga announces Mayhem Ball tour, surf company says she lifted its Mayhem trademark
Lady Gaga's announcement of the Mayhem Ball tour comes a day after Mother Monster was sued by a California surf company that uses 'Mayhem' as its logo.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
FirstFT: German borrowing spree may complicate defence spending in rest of EU
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump threatens more Russia sanctions and the WhatsAppification of workFinancial Times - 4h
