Former foster child forced to use a trash bag now works to give real bags to thousands

Why Is Chocolate So Expensive Right Now?

Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and other climate impacts are throttling cocoa production and driving up chocolate prices.

Wired - 6d

For Fearful Immigrants, It’s the Card They All Want Right Now

Distributed by a legal aid group, the “red card” lays out key rights and protections. Demand for them has surged since President Trump returned to office.

The New York Times - 6d

Germany Election Votes Are Cast. What Happens Now?

The country appears headed for a coalition government. But the process of building one could take months.

The New York Times - 5d

Now is the time for Europe really to step up on Ukraine

The future of the post-1945 security order hangs in the balance

Financial Times - 5d

Our Favorite Internal SSD Is on Sale Right Now

Need more storage? Take $40 off the 2-TB, or $20 off the 1-TB WD_Black SN770 right now.

Wired - 3d

Should you open a 6-month CD now?

A 6-month CD can still be advantageous for savers to open now. Here's why.

CBS News - 3d

The World Bank Pivoted to Climate. That Now May Be a Problem.

The Trump administration’s deep cuts to clean-energy programs are raising concerns about U.S. commitments to the lender.

The New York Times - 3d

The Biggest Upcoming Games That You Can Preorder Now

We're only two weeks into 2025, and we've already seen some exciting big releases, including Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 , Civilization VII , and Dynasty Warriors Origins , and Donkey Kong ...

GameSpot - 2d

DOGE is now dramatically raising the potential for a government shutdown

Adding Musk's cuts to spending talks could help satisfy hard-liners but alienate Democrats whose votes will be needed to fund the government.

Politico - 1d

Because of AI, Consultants Are Now Expected to Do More

Here’s what consultants and firms should do to survive this fundamental shift.

Inc. - 15h

Every Game Delayed Right Now (2025 Edition)

Death, taxes, and video games getting delayed--it seems these are the three constants in 2025, with a number of high-profile video games getting delayed past their initial release dates. Some of ...

GameSpot - 10h

Ukraine’s double agony — Putin and now Trump

The country is torn over whether it could keep fighting without American support. Alec Russell reports from Kyiv on the stresses of a nation under siege

Financial Times - 4h

'Real life Squid Game': Kim Sae-ron's death exposes Korea's celebrity culture

Analysts say they are not optimistic that the ruthless "cancel culture" surrounding the industry will change.

BBC News - Feb. 19

Dortmund eases past Sporting Lisbon as Champions League focus turns to Real Madrid and Man City

Borussia Dortmund’s routine elimination of Sporting Lisbon was a tame warmup for the Real Madrid-Manchester City showdown in the Champions League playoffs round Wednesday

ABC News - Feb. 19

After Champions League capitulation to Real Madrid, has Manchester City's empire fallen?

Man City lost 6-3 to Real Madrid on aggregate, and exited the Champions League earlier than it has in more than a decade.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 19

Unit Network raises $18M for decentralized platform enabling real-world and digital asset trading

Unit Network, a decentralized financial ecosystem enabling tradING of real-world and digital assets through tokenization, has raised $18 million.

VentureBeat - Feb. 20

UEFA Champions League draw result, bracket: Liverpool vs. PSG, Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid lead the action

Bayern Munich will face Bayer Leverkusen, while Barcelona face Benfica and Arsenal get PSV

CBS Sports - Feb. 21

Could Vinícius Júnior really leave Real Madrid for Saudi Arabia? Here's what we know

Vinícius Júnior is among the biggest stars at one of the world's top clubs, yet talk of a $1bn Saudi move won't go away. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN - Feb. 21

UEFA Champions League bracket predictions, picking every knockout round match: Can anybody stop Real Madrid?

Will it be an El Clasico final, or will Barcelona's side of the bracket get thrown into chaos?

CBS Sports - Feb. 21

The Playbook, Inning 7: Fantasy baseball managers must adjust to real-life trends

How to go from fantasy baseball novice to expert in one season? Part 7 dives into MLB's new normal and how fantasy managers need to adjust.

ESPN - Feb. 21

Toxic Town: Jodie Whittaker is absolutely flawless as she battles real-life injustice

The hasty regeneration of Corby’s old steelworks poisoned a generation. Now the story of how it came to court is told in a harrowing, if slightly melodramatic, new Netflix series. Jack Thorne ...

The Guardian - Feb. 22

From page to pitch: How Harry Potter's Quidditch became a real-life sport

Now called Quadball, the sport was made famous by JK Rowling's bespectacled wizard.

BBC News - 6d

Where to watch Real Madrid vs. Girona, odds: La Liga live stream, prediction, how to watch, lineups

Carlo Ancelotti's team will be back at the Santiago Bernabeu after winning vs. Manchester City

CBS Sports - 6d

Sen. Booker says ‘we are seeing real crises’ across U.S. from Trump and Musk cuts: Full interview

Democratic Sen. Cory Booker (N.J.) says Americans are feeling the “pain” of federal cuts from the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency headed by billionaire Elon Musk.

NBC News - 5d

Hugging Face launches FastRTC to simplify real-time AI voice and video apps

Hugging Face's new FastRTC library enables Python developers to build real-time voice and video AI applications in just a few lines of code.

VentureBeat - 2d

DOGE Staffers at HUD Are From an AI Real Estate Firm and a Mobile Home Operator

Elon Musk's men at HUD come from the real estate sector. They have access to vast stores of personal and financial data—and control over who can access which HUD systems.

Wired - 2d

Karen Huger of 'Real Housewives of Potomac' gets one-year jail sentence for DUI

'Real Housewives of Potomac' star Karen Huger will serve time for driving under the influence, the Maryland State's Attorney's Office confirmed to The Times.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

Endrick fires Real Madrid to 1-0 win in first leg of Copa del Rey semifinals

Kylian Mbappé’s replacement Endrick scored a first-half goal and Real Madrid won 1-0 at Real Sociedad in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals

ABC News - 2d

Ref reports 'Die' chants made at Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio in Copa semifinal

A referee says Real Sociedad fans chanted “Die” at Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio during the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals

ABC News - 1d

Don't call them 'extras.' For one night, Hollywood's background actors are the real stars

While you won't get famous as a background actor — if you do it right — it's possible to make a living doing it in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Times - 1d

Which 2024 breakouts were real? Garrett Crochet, Mark Vientos, Michael King, more look to double down in 2025

Were these standout seasons the start of something new or a blip on the radar?

CBS Sports - 1d

Behind Verstappen-Norris ‘pub fight’ banter lies F1’s real battle in 2025

Nothing sums up pre-season testing better than drivers finding various different ways to say “It’s too early to tell how competitive we are going to be” while cracking awkward jokes in press ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Chiefs’ Travis Kelce commits to play in 2025: ‘Got a real bad taste in my mouth’

Kansas City star tight end returning to play in 2025 Kelce confirmed return with tweet to ESPN pundit Kansas City Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce is returning to the field next season.. ...

The Guardian - 1d

Chiefs' Travis Kelce confirms plans to return for 2025 season: 'Got a real bad taste in my mouth'

Pat McAfee shared a text Kelce sent to him, and then Kelce's "New Heights" podcast posted a video

CBS Sports - 1d

Trump signals U.S. and U.K. could reach 'real trade deal' without tariffs

U.S. President Donald Trump signaled the U.K. could broker a "real trade deal" and escape tariffs.

CNBC - 1d

‘Real Housewives’ star Kyle Richards makes emotional update to $8.5 million California home after split from husband

Richards said she’s trying to move on from her 27-year marriage to her now estranged husband.

MarketWatch - 23h

Republicans consider cuts and work requirements for Medicaid, jeopardizing care for millions

Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage for some of the 80 million U.S. adults and children enrolled in the safety net program

ABC News - Feb. 18