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FirstFT: Critics see chance to close US accounting regulator
Also in this newsletter, Nato’s new chief warns of ‘dire threat’ of a bad Ukraine peace deal and China hits back against chip sanctionsFinancial Times - 1d -
College playoff bracket offers last dress rehearsal and one more chance to see where the SEC stands
The next set of College Football Playoff rankings will be released Tuesday night under heavy scrutiny before the final bracket is set on SundayABC News - 1d -
Miami's playoff hopes nosedive as Alabama rises in the latest College Football Playoff rankings
Miami’s playoff hopes took a nosedive while Alabama’s got a boost in the last rankings before the College Football Playoff bracket is set next weekendABC News - 16h -
Nearly 30% of US drugstores closed in one decade, study shows
New research shows that nearly three out of 10 U.S. drugstores that were open during the previous decade had closed by 2021ABC News - 19h -
US closes investigation into E. coli outbreak linked to onions in McDonald's Quarter Pounders
The federal government has closed its investigation into an EABC News - 19h -
UK regulator opens door to Shein London listing
Financial Conduct Authority values disclosure over ‘corporate behaviour’, says Nikhil RathiFinancial Times - 1d -
UK auditors refuse to sign off Tees Valley regeneration project’s accounts
Accountants Mazars could not get sufficient assurance of Ben Houchen’s body before deadlineFinancial Times - 1d -
Will the far right in France seize the chance to topple the government?
Triggered by an austerity budget, a no-confidence vote threatens fresh instability – and Macron’s future. Don’t get This is Europe delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up here With threats ...The Guardian - 8h -
Given second chances, NFL quarterbacks are thriving this season
Judging by the standings alone, the stakes of Sunday’s Week 13 matchup between Tampa Bay and Carolina were remarkably low.NBC News - 5h -
GOP lawmakers already divided over sweeping Trump policy bill
John Thune wants a two-step strategy that addresses immigration and energy first, and then taxes later. Key House Republicans aren’t on board that plan.Politico - 1h -
UK medicines regulator needs more resources, drugmakers say
Report by industry group finds MHRA’s ‘capacity and predictability’ is biggest factor deterring investmentFinancial Times - 14h -
Deutsche Bank chief calls for relief on regulation and ‘rethink’ on tax
Call comes amid discontent with Germany’s ruling coalition ahead of snap election in FebruaryFinancial Times - 7h -
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FirstFT: South Korea’s Yoon Suk Yeol faces calls to resign after failed martial law order
Also in this newsletter, France’s Michel Barnier faces no-confidence vote, and Bank of England governor hints at rate cutFinancial Times - 8h -
Dak Prescott: Mike McCarthy ‘deserves a chance’ to stay with Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys quarterback spoke one-on-one with Yahoo Sports senior NFL reporter Jori Epstein about the future of his head coach and why he believes the former Super Bowl champion should ...Yahoo Sports - 21h -
New Bears coach Thomas Brown preached accountability for a team that needed it — then he went a step further
Brown began his tenure as interim head coach by owning up for some of the team's costly end-of-game mistakes. Then he drove home the message: "it’s about the response."Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Critical Role May Expand Into Video Games
In March 2025, the Critical Role team will celebrate the 10th anniversary of their wildly popular live play series that led to an independent media empire that includes The Legend of Vox Machina ...GameSpot - 1d -
Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese, Bueckers' WNBA debut and a WNBA Finals rematch: Top 10 WNBA games for 2025
The WNBA released its 2025 schedule, and we're already looking forward to Chicago-Indiana, Paige Bueckers' debut and a New York-Minnesota rematch.ESPN - 1d -
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In defense of criticism: A theater critic asks what good does it do in an upside-down world
A theater critic reflects on his profession at a time when its very survival seems on the line and champions a return of critical thinking.Los Angeles Times - 21m -
Hamas and Fatah are near an agreement on who will oversee postwar Gaza
Palestinian officials say Fatah and Hamas are closing in on an agreement to appoint a committee of politically independent technocrats to administer the Gaza Strip after the warABC News - 1d -
Parthenon Sculptures deal 'close', ex-Greek official says
Sir Keir Starmer met the Greek PM for talks at Downing Street - but it was not clear if the issue was discussed.BBC News - 1d -
Judge closes Hunter Biden gun case after presidential pardon
Hunter Biden’s federal gun case was brought to a close by a judge Tuesday following the presidential pardon by his father. In a terse order, U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika terminated all ...The Hill - 1d -
XDefiant Shuts Down In June 2025, Ubisoft Closes Two Offices
Ubisoft has announced that XDefiant will shut down on June 3, 2025. Additionally, Ubisoft is closing down its office in Osaka, Japan, as well as San Francisco.. Ubisoft explained that starting ...GameSpot - 19h -
Syrian rebels close in on symbolic victory in city synonymous with government brutality
Syrian rebel forces were on Wednesday within six miles of the central city of Hama, a city freighted with past horrors for antigovernment forces.NBC News - 8h -
Most Rural Hospitals Have Closed Their Maternity Wards, Study Finds
Labor and delivery units are losing money and struggling to find staff, in rural areas and large cities alike.The New York Times - 3h -
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Almost 30 Percent of U.S. Drug Stores Closed in a Decade, Study Says
Closures by big chains and independent stores hit poorer neighborhoods hardest, researchers found.Inc. - 51m -
Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive
CFPB regulation meant to save consumers $10 billion a year has resulted in higher costs for some, as banks react by hiking interest rates and charging new fees.CNBC - 1d -
Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive
Banks that issue credit cards used by millions of consumers raised interest rates and introduced new fees over the past year in response to an impending regulation that most experts now believe ...NBC News - 1d -
College basketball rankings: Louisville faces Ole Miss in SEC/ACC Challenge with chance for big win at home
The Cardinals, 5-2 under first-year coach Pat Kelsey, are favored vs. the Rebels, ranked No. 23 in the Top 25 And 1CBS Sports - 1d -
Can Cowboys reach playoffs? Dak Prescott and his teammates 'believe in it,' so let's examine their chances
Dallas has a winnable schedule down the stretchCBS Sports - 19h -
NFL playoff picture: How Seahawks vs. Cardinals will affect divisional race, including 49ers' chances
How much will Sunday's Seattle-Arizona outcome swing the NFC West race? The SportsLine Projection Model has the answerCBS Sports - 4h -
Joe Biden criticized by some supporters for pardoning son Hunter: ‘Selfish move’
Some Democrats express disappointment in Biden for setting ‘bad precedent’ but others leap to his defence. Joe Biden has been criticised by some of his own supporters for issuing a pardon to ...The Guardian - 2d -
'Wrong,' 'unwise': Senate Democrats rebuke Biden over Hunter pardon
Multiple Senate Democrats have rebuked President Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden, calling it improper and saying it risks further eroding trust in government. “President Biden’s ...The Hill - 1d -
Following Hunter Biden pardon, prosecutors push back against criticism of charges
A day after President Biden pardoned his son Hunter Biden, prosecutors rebutted the president's allegation that their charges were motivated by politics.ABC News - 1d