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German parliament in race against time to sign off on new defence fund
Friedrich Merz, expected to be next chancellor, has spoken of urgent need for ramped-up defence, but ‘blocking minority’ could form in future Bundestag. Germany’s outgoing parliament could be asked ...The Guardian - 6h -
Starmer cuts aid to fund increase in defence spending
The prime minister sets out plans to increase defence spending to 2.5% of national income by 2027.BBC News - 6h -
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EU and UK in talks about Europe-wide defence funding amid fear of US pullback
Donald Trump’s re-engagement with Russia has given new urgency to European discussionsFinancial Times - 1d -
The Anonymous YouTubers Street-Racing Through New York
In January, a 20-year-old man that police believe to be an internet-famous street racer known as Squeeze was sentenced to five years in prison for unrelated crimes. Many more still speed through ...Wired - 1d -
Friday Briefing: Germans Are Choosing New Leadership
Plus, volcano tourism in Sicily.The New York Times - 5d -
Willingness to ease off ‘debt brake’ may decide the German election
Rule dating from 2009 that limits borrowing looks vulnerable as main political parties promise to revive stalled economy. Germany is used to running its economy with the brake on. Ever since the ...The Guardian - 4d -
Murray State Racers square off against the Southern Illinois Salukis
Southern Illinois Salukis (12-15, 7-9 MVC) vs. Murray State Racers (13-14, 7-9 MVC) Carbondale, Illinois; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Racers -1.5; over/under is 137.5 BOTTOM ...ABC News - 6d -
Is New York Winning the Fight Against Rats?
The city’s next phase of trash control begins next month, which invites the question: Is containerization working?Inc. - 1d -
'Drag Race' alum Shangela accused of 2017 sexual assault in new lawsuit
Darius Jeremy “DJ” Pierce, known by his drag persona Shangela, has been accused of sexually assaulting a crew member of a movie he was filming in 2017, according to a lawsuit filed Monday in a New ...NBC News - 10h -
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Former Jupiter star Ben Whitmore launches first fund at new venture
Brickwood’s UK Value Fund will focus on underpriced UK companiesFinancial Times - 1d -
New Tips ETF aims to solve the funds’ Achilles heel
In 2022, Bloomberg’s total return Tips index lost almost 12%, even though US inflation hit 6.45%Financial Times - 15h -
Companies are unprepared for new tax trade-off in 2025
As the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is set to expire later this year, companies are preparing for potential trade wars and tariffs, and the White House is weighing a strategy that could include a tariff ...The Hill - 1d -
Fable Delayed To 2026, New Gameplay Shown Off
Microsoft and Playground Games have announced that the new Fable game has been delayed to 2026. This update from the head of Xbox Games Studios, Craig Duncan, on the official Xbox podcast .. "We ...GameSpot - 8h -
New German leader signals seismic shift in transatlantic relations
Friedrich Merz heralds a new era for Europe without the US as a key partner, writes Europe editor Katya Adler.BBC News - 1d -
Musk’s ‘Doge’ claim about USAid funds for India sets off political firestorm
Apparently baseless claim that $21m was given to help voter turnout seized on by Trump and Modi government . Elon Musk’s “department of government efficiency” has been accused of setting off a ...The Guardian - 1d -
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'Beyond the Gates' is making Black history at a critical time on screen and off
“Beyond the Gates,” CBS's new daytime soap opera premiering this week, is the first all-Black daytime soap on TV.NBC News - 14h -
How to watch Sunday's Cup race at Atlanta: Start time, TV info and weather
The 1.54-mile track produced the closest three-wide finish in NASCAR history a year ago.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
NASCAR at Atlanta race: Where to watch, start time, lineup, preview, pick to win for the Ambetter Health 400
NASCAR returns to Atlanta one year after the closest three-wide photo finish in Cup Series historyCBS Sports - 3d -
'It was time': Yanks welcome new facial-hair rule
New closer Devin Williams and several former Yankees stars helped nudge owner Hal Steinbrenner into changing the franchise's decades-old policy on facial hair.ESPN - 3d -
Luka Doncic is likely off his minutes restriction as the Lakers return to work against Charlotte
Luka Doncic is going back to work with the Los Angeles Lakers, and he’s likely back to full speed as wellABC News - 6d -
Trump calls US hockey team ahead of 4 Nations Face-Off final against Canada
President Donald Trump has called the U.S. hockey team to wish players good luck ahead of their 4 Nations Face-Off final against CanadaABC News - 5d -
Australian and New Zealand militaries are monitoring 3 Chinese warships off Australia
The Australian and New Zealand militaries are monitoring three Chinese warships that are moving unusually far south along Australia’s east coast on an unknown missionABC News - 5d -
Want to stay sane? Try switching off your news alerts
As much as we need to stay informed, that relentless ping of potential horrors can’t be good for us. How are you not going mad?” is a thing I’ve heard recently. “How are you not talking about this ...The Guardian - 2d -
New York Public Radio to Lay Off About 7% of Staff
The elimination of 21 full-time roles is the latest in a series of reductions at the organization.The New York Times - 3h -
This New Drug Could Help End the HIV Epidemic—but US Funding Cuts Are Killing Its Rollout
Lenacapavir, a twice yearly injection that prevents HIV transmission, was named the breakthrough medicine of 2024. But without US foreign aid dollars, its delivery to millions worldwide is under ...Wired - 4d -
European soccer review: Villa's new signings kick Chelsea while they're down
Chelsea slip further away from a Champions League spot thanks to a beating from Aston Villa.ESPN - 2d -
Ohio university displays 'biological' sex bathroom signs in wake of new state law
One of Ohio’s largest universities has begun displaying signs limiting restroom use to “biological men” and “biological women” following the enactment of a new state law.NBC News - 8h -
New York Red Bulls go into win now mode and lean on experienced players as new MLS season kicks off
The Red Bulls made a surprise run to MLS Cup last season, losing to the LA Galaxy in the finalCBS Sports - 4d -
USA vs. Canada: Brady Tkachuk is making the most of time in 4 Nations Face-Off
An iconic fight, an injury and a key goal, Tkachuk has been in the middle of everythingCBS Sports - 4d -
China denies it didn't give timely warning of live-fire drills off Australia
China’s Defense Ministry says that Australia made “unreasonable accusations” and deliberately hyped the situation after three planes headed to New Zealand changed course in midflight because of ...ABC News - 2d -
New York Gov. Hochul won't remove Mayor Eric Adams 'at this time'
The DOJ is seeking to dismiss its criminal case against Eric Adams, citing the need for the mayor's cooperation on Trump immigration policies.CNBC - 5d -
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The New York Giants are at a crossroads: Is it time to draft a quarterback? | Football 301
With the Giants holding the third pick in the draft, the chatter around possibly selecting a new quarterback grows louder. But should they trade down?Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Tim Westwood inquiry report: what new allegations against him have emerged?
The document contains a series of previously unpublished claims, including 22 from members of the public. The independent inquiry into what the BBC knew about the former Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood’s ...The Guardian - 3h -
Merz examines using outgoing parliament to loosen debt brake
German election winner says he will hold talks with other parties to adopt constitutional change in next 30 daysFinancial Times - 1d -
Ukraine parliament affirms no elections during wartime in rebuff to Trump
The resolution is a rebuff to U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, who suggested Zelenskyy is illegitimate because he has not held elections.ABC News - 12h -
4 Nations Face-Off: Where to watch USA vs. Canada in final, schedule, TV channel, scores, start time, rosters
An epic rivalry caps off the inaugural version of this well-received tournamentCBS Sports - 5d
