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Senate Republicans push Trump for debt ceiling plan
The Louisiana senator has been tapped to consult with the president on a strategy for avoiding a federal default.Politico - 9h -
‘Calm today, but turbulence ahead’: U.S. job openings show stable labor market ahead of Trump job cuts and tariffs
Job openings in the U.S. rose slightly in January, but far fewer companies are hiring compared with a few years ago, and it’s taking people a lot longer to find work.MarketWatch - 2h -
Here’s how ‘DOGE’ cuts, safety fears and a slowing economy are combining to hurt airlines
American Airlines now sees a much bigger Q1 loss, and Southwest said less government travel hurt revenue.MarketWatch - 2h -
Tracking NFL free agency: Live updates on every signing, trade, cut and rumor
Free agency has kicked off with the legal negotiation window and there has already been plenty of action.ESPN - 2h -
Britain's Matt Weston is the slider to catch at men's skeleton world championship in Lake Placid
Matt Weston’s lead in the men’s skeleton world championship grew to 1.65 seconds going into the fourth and final run later Friday at Mount Van HoevenbergABC News - 4d -
Loyola Marymount beats San Diego 100-74 in second round of West Coast Conference Tournament
Will Johnston had 27 points to lead Loyola Marymount to a 100-74 victory over San Diego in the second round of the West Coast Conference TournamentABC News - 3d -
For Black Women, Adrienne Adams Is More Than Just Another Candidate
The New York City Council speaker, who officially launched her mayoral campaign on Saturday, would be the first woman to lead City Hall.The New York Times - 2d -
LeBron James leaves late with groin injury as Lakers lose 111-101 to Celtics
LeBron James exited early with an injury as Jayson Tatum scored 40 points to lead the Celtics to a 111-101 win over the Lakers.NBC News - 2d -
When could Liverpool seal Premier League title?
Liverpool's march to the Premier League title seems inevitable now after they increase their lead at the top of the table to 15 points. When could they be confirmed as champions?Yahoo Sports - 1d -
ICE arrests Palestinian activist who led Columbia protests, lawyer says
Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia University's student encampment protests, has been arrested by ICE, his lawyer says.CBS News - 1d -
Dan Hurley, after a difficult season, sees a path for UConn to three-peat
The countdown to March Madness is on. UConn got off to a rough start this year, but Coach Dan Hurley hopes to lead the team to a third straight title.CBS News - 1d -
Mark Carney Will Be Canada’s Next Prime Minister. Here’s What to Know.
Mark Carney, a former central banker, now heads the Liberal Party and will soon lead Canada, tasked with responding to President Trump’s threats.The New York Times - 1d -
Henley's chip-in eagle beats Morikawa at Bay Hill
Russell Henley, who trailed Collin Morikawa by three with five holes to play, took the lead with a chip-in eagle on No. 16 and won the Arnold Palmer Invitational.ESPN - 1d -
Protests grow over Columbia University pro-Palestinian activist's arrest
A judge is slamming the brakes on the Trump administration's attempt to deport a pro-Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia University's 2024 student encampment protests.CBS News - 13h -
The U.S. Is Trying to Deport Mahmoud Khalil, a Legal Resident. Here’s What to Know.
Mr. Khalil, who helped lead protests at Columbia University against high civilian casualties in Gaza, was arrested by immigration officers and sent to a detention center in Louisiana.The New York Times - 2h -
Fiona Hill says decision to stop sharing intelligence with Ukraine has "emboldened Russia"
Fiona Hill, who served as a top National Security Council official in the first Trump administration, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the White House's decision to stop sharing ...CBS News - 2d -
Trump puts pressure on Zelensky ahead of Saudi Arabia talks
Presented by GE Aerospace {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Heading into Jeddah talks, Trump puts pressure on Zelensky President Trump is inflicting ...The Hill - 18h -
At Least 12 Injured in Toronto Pub Shooting
The pub, Piper Arms, was hosting its opening night on Friday when three men walked in and “opened fire indiscriminately” before escaping by car, the police said.The New York Times - 2d -
US-flagged oil tanker collides with container ship in North Sea
A U.S.-flagged oil tanker has collided with a Portuguese container ship in the North Sea, north of England, with both ships catching on fire, according to officials.ABC News - 23h -
Long Island Wildfires Began With Backyard S’mores, Police Say
The wildfires began accidentally when someone in Suffolk County tried to light a fire to make s’mores, officials said. They were fully contained by Monday.The New York Times - 19h -
CNBC Daily Open: U.S. markets slump as Trump dismisses economic fears
Aiming to boost the economy, U.S. President Donald Trump is firing off a salvo of policies and causing collateral damage within the country’s own borders.CNBC - 15h -
Peer raises $10.5M for metaverse engine, launches 3D personal planets
Peer announced today it's raised new funding to build its AI-powered metaverse engine and launched its "personal planets" feature.VentureBeat - 5d -
Government shutdown looms amid budget showdown in Congress
Congress is staring down a deadline to fund the government by the end of the week, as the familiar threat of a shutdown looms over Washington. Nikole Killion explains.CBS News - 16h -
House Republicans Work to Hold Together in Vote on Spending Bill
Republicans were pressing rank-and-file lawmakers to fall in line behind a stopgap measure that would mostly keep government funding at current levels through September.The New York Times - 1h -
Trump’s Call to Scrap ‘Horrible’ Chip Program Spreads Panic
The president’s attack on the key tenet of the Biden administration’s industrial policy has set off concerns that he may claw back its funding.The New York Times - 1h -
Good Job Games raises $23M to make better match-3 games in Turkiye
Good Job Games, a fast-growing mobile game company based in Turkey, has secured $23 million in a seed funding round.VentureBeat - 4h -
Court recommends charges against NYC Mayor Adams dropped
A court-appointed lawyer has advised a federal judge that corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams should be dropped. Meantime, sources tell NBC News two federal prosecutors in ...NBC News - 3d -
When Is Daylight Saving Time?
The twice-yearly ritual has roots in cost-cutting strategies of the late 19th century. A recent effort to end it has stalled in Congress.The New York Times - Mar. 3 -
Fossil Fuels Are the Future, Chris Wright Tells African Leaders
Chris Wright’s remarks were welcomed at a time when countries across the region have felt whipsawed by cuts to longstanding African energy initiatives.The New York Times - 4d -
Africa Received Billions in U.S. Aid. Here’s What It Will Lose.
The United States spent decades responding to conflicts and disease in Africa. The continent is now expected to be the hardest hit by the Trump administration’s aid cuts.The New York Times - 1d -
March Madness: Breaking down the race for NCAA men's tournament No. 1 seeds
Auburn remains the clear-cut No. 1 overall seed and Duke seems like a lock, but the other two spots are up for grabs heading into conference tournament week.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Nissan, Facing Mounting Challenges, Replaces Its C.E.O.
The automaker said on Tuesday that Makoto Uchida would step down. The company has said it would slash global production capacity and cut thousands of jobs.The New York Times - 35m -
US in exploratory talks with DR Congo over mineral deal
Central African nation seeks military support against rebel offensive in exchange for natural resourcesFinancial Times - 3d -
NIH terminating active research grants related to LGBTQ+, DEI studies
The National Institutes of Health is terminating several active research grants related to studies involving LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity and DEI.ABC News - 3d -
'England need to finish the fight standing among Roman wreckage'
England need to find the tries to stave off another cliff-hanger conclusion against Italy in the Six Nations on Sunday.BBC News - 3d -
Trump’s immigration policy: ‘Give me your oligarchs, your rich...’
What happened to America’s heart? Have we forgotten that we are a nation of immigrants?The Hill - 3d -
UK troops may need to protect peace in Ukraine for 'many years'
Former national security adviser says the UK needs to be "willing" to deploy troops for potentially quite a long period.BBC News - 3d -
'Does it always have to be so dramatic, Scotland?'
Scotland earn their second win of the 2025 Six Nations, but only after doing things the hard way, writes Tom English.BBC News - 2d -
The Gulf state purging tens of thousands of its citizens
Kuwait has stripped nationality from 42,000 people after suspending the region’s only parliament last yearFinancial Times - 2d -
England shine in the sun but Cardiff cauldron awaits
England delivered the scoreline and style that fans craved, but they will face a stiff test to repeat that feat on the final day of the Six Nations.BBC News - 1d
