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Milei wins senate votes despite memecoin scandal
Libertarian secures electoral reform after his most difficult week since becoming Argentina’s presidentFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Yin triumphs at LPGA Thailand despite Iwai's 61
Angel Yin made seven birdies in a bogey-free final round to hold off a fast-finishing Akie Iwai to win the LPGA Thailand tournament by one shot.ESPN - 4d -
Despite invite, Venus 'not playing' Indian Wells
During an appearance in Denmark on Sunday, former world No. 1 Venus Williams said she would not play at the upcoming BNP Paribas Open in California, a decision the tournament confirmed in a social ...ESPN - 3d -
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Despite critics’ claims, the world still stands with Ukraine
Overall, past and current actions suggest an ongoing global effort to continue helping Ukraine.The Hill - 1d -
Arteta defiant about title despite Forest draw
Mikel Arteta has refused to concede the Premier League title, despite seeing Arsenal fall 13 points behind leaders Liverpool with a 0-0 draw against Nottingham Forest.ESPN - 20h -
Hayes: USWNT 'future is exciting' despite 1st loss
USWNT coach Emma Hayes played down the significance of the team's first loss since she took charge last year, when going down 2-1 to Japan in the SheBelieves Cup on Wednesday.ESPN - 8h -
Thailand Deports Dozens of Uyghurs to China Despite Pleas
Rights groups criticized the Thai government for sending the Uyghurs, a persecuted Muslim minority, back to China, where they face the risk of torture and imprisonment.The New York Times - 6h -
LGBTQ health groups sue Trump over orders targeting diversity, transgender rights
Nine LGBTQ, health and HIV organizations sued the Trump administration Thursday over three executive orders targeting transgender people and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, which ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
As banks retreat from DEI, Citi is making these changes to its diversity and hiring practices
Citigroup says it will no longer require “diverse slates of candidates and diverse panels of interviewers.”MarketWatch - 6d -
Deere shareholders reject anti-DEI proposal, as Trump pressures Apple to abandon diversity plans
Shareholders of Deere & Co. voted overwhelmingly to reject a proposal seeking to curb the farming-machinery maker’s diversity, equity and inclusion plans — the latest sign of investor resistance to ...MarketWatch - 1d -
Cynthia Erivo is Jesus: Here's the Hollywood Bowl 2025 lineup, led by 'Jesus Christ Superstar'
The Los Angeles Philharmonic unveils the Hollywood Bowl's 2025 season lineup, including Cynthia Erivo in "Jesus Christ Superstar" as well as Gustavo Dudamel's penultimate season.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 18 -
Why Merle Oberon, 'Hollywood's first South Asian star,' kept her race a secret
Golden Age film star Merle Oberon comes alive in a new biography, sparked in part by the 2023 news that she was half Asian, a secret she kept all of her life.Los Angeles Times - 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 - 23h -
What to know about the lives and deaths of Hollywood icon Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa
Gene Hackman has been found dead along with his wife in their New Mexico homeABC News - 2h -
England find a way to win to stay in title mix
England's grinding win over Scotland opens up a route to a potentially glittering prize.BBC News - 5d -
Sources: Rams allowing G Jackson to find trade
The Rams have given guard Jonah Jackson permission to seek a trade, sources told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Wednesday.ESPN - 1d -
Finding a way to restore trust in Britain’s water industry
The system is a natural monopoly but has become a regulatory mazeFinancial Times - 1d -
Reporter's Notebook: Finding wonder all around us
In troubled times, the desire to reach for signs of order is natural. And sometimes, nature helps out with the task. John Dickerson offers a glimpse.CBS News - 1d -
Sharon Van Etten Finds Her Way Home
For her seventh album, the indie singer-songwriter comes to New Jersey to play on her old turf and process the past.The New York Times - 1d -
Illinois plays through a demanding stretch with a virus hindering multiple players
The Fighting Illini are dealing with all sorts of setbacks on and off the court as they face the most demanding part of their schedule.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 19 -
Amid Navy's demand for subs, recruitment efforts for shipbuilders begins in schools
It's part of a national effort by shipyards and the Navy to bring on 100,000 skilled workers over the next 10 years.CBS News - Feb. 20 -
Ofgem demands action from energy firms over back billing
The energy regulator is demanding to know how many people have been sent back bills.BBC News - 6d -
‘It’s blackmail’: Ukrainians react to Trump demand for $500bn share of minerals
Ukraine’s lithium deposits are among biggest in Europe and the US is looking for ‘payback’ for previous military assistance. Drawing in the snow with his finger, Mykola Hrechukha sketched out how ...The Guardian - 5d -
Keir Starmer lays down Ukraine peace demand ahead of Trump talks
Kyiv ‘must be at the heart of negotiations’ says PM as foreign secretary announces new Russia sanctions. Keir Starmer has raised the stakes before a crucial meeting in Washington with the US ...The Guardian - 5d -
U.S. Pressing Tough Demands in Revised Deal for Ukraine’s Minerals
The Trump administration wants revenues from Ukraine’s natural resources, according to a draft obtained by The New York Times, with no security guarantee in exchange.The New York Times - 5d -
Elon Musk demands federal workers explain their jobs or be sacked
Billionaire steps up efforts to cull government employees with emailed deadlineFinancial Times - 5d -
The Papers: 'PM lays down peace demand' and 'New breed of danger dog'
A mix of stories lead Sunday's papers, with a focus of the prime minister's upcoming trip to the US.BBC News - 5d -
Elon Musk demands federal employees justify their work or resign
Federal employees are on edge after weeks of mass firings and President Donald Trump urging Elon Musk and his DOGE team to “get more aggressive” on government cuts. Musk and his team emailed ...NBC News - 4d -
Musk demands federal employees list accomplishments or lose job
Elon Musk faces new resistance from inside the Trump administration over an ultimatum he sent to more than 2 million federal workers, asking them to justify their work or resign. Some agencies told ...NBC News - 3d -
Pushback to Latest DOGE Demand May Signal Limits for Elon Musk
Pushback against Elon Musk’s latest demand to government employees reveals potential limits to his harsh approach to management and cost-cutting.The New York Times - 3d -
Some agency heads push back on demands for federal employees that Musk touted
Several federal agency leaders appointed by President Trump told employees not to reply to an Office of Management and Budget email demanding more details on accomplished tasks. Elon Musk previewed ...CBS News - 3d -
U.S. Votes Against U.N. Resolution Demanding Russian Withdrawal from Ukraine
The United States opposed a resolution demanding Russian withdrawal from Ukraine, but won Security Council approval of one calling for peace without assigning blame, exposing fissures between allies.The New York Times - 3d -
Federal workers demand help from Congress after firings, Musk's ultimatum
Federal workers are struggling to figure out what is happening with their jobs after Elon Musk's ultimatum to document their work or resign. Some are showing up at town halls nationwide, demanding ...CBS News - 2d -
Israel Strikes Syria Hours After Country’s Leader Demands Withdrawal
The attacks in southern Syria are part of a new policy aimed at protecting what Israel calls its “security zone” in the region. Syria’s new government has condemned that policy.The New York Times - 2d -
GOP chair demands staff call West Bank by biblical name
The Republican chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee instructed GOP staff to refer to the West Bank by its biblical name, Judea and Samaria. The term is still used by Israel’s government to ...The Hill - 1d -
US intelligence chief criticises UK demand for Apple data ‘back door’
Tulsi Gabbard said move would make Americans more vulnerable to ‘cyber exploitation’Financial Times - 1d -
US intelligence head 'not told' about UK's secret Apple data demand
Tulsi Gabbard said she was seeking further information from the FBI and other US agencies.BBC News - 1d -
Nvidia sales grow 78% on AI demand, company gives strong guidance
Nvidia reported fourth-quarter earnings that beat Wall Street expectations. The company also provided strong guidance for the current quarter.CNBC - 1d -
More than 100 House Democrats demand answers on Energy Department firings
Rep. Sean Casten (D-Ill.) led more than 100 House Democrats in a letter denouncing the firing of Energy Department civil servants as illegal and blasting Energy Secretary Chris Wright for “stunning ...The Hill - 16h
