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DOGE onslaught pushed layoff announcements to highest point since 2020

An unofficial but closely watched gauge of the labor market found February had the most layoff announcements since early in the pandemic, led by massive federal workforce cuts.

NBC News - 8h

Inside MrBeast’s $100K, 100 Million View NBA All-Star Stunt

YouTube powerhouse MrBeast’s viral stunt in the middle of Sunday’s NBA All-Star Tournament has already earned the league more than 100 million views on its own social channels, in the latest ...

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 19

NBA rookie report: How top prospects of 'weak draft' are panning out

Slam dunk runner-up Stephon Castle and Hawks top pick Zaccharie Risacher highlight a rookie class that is starting to hit its stride in the second half of the season.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 19

Spurs star Victor Wembanyama to miss rest of NBA season with blood clot

Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will miss remainder of NBA season due to a blood clot in his shoulder, the team said.

NBC News - Feb. 20

Steph perfectly recreates viral Iguodala NBA Finals moment

Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry recreated a viral Andre Iguodala NBA Finals moment during his emotional jersey retirement ceremony.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24

How LaVine, Kings made NBA history in blowout win over Hornets

Zach LaVine and the Kings made NBA history in Sacramento's blowout 130-108 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night at Golden 1 Center.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24

10 NBA questions keeping me up at night | Kevin O'Connor Show

Are you tossing and turning at night thinking about all the unanswered questions going on in the NBA right now with just 6 weeks left in the regular season? Kevin O'Connor is dealing with some BAD ...

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 25

NBA roundtable: Grading Luka's L.A. start as Lakers host Mavs

Luka Dončić will face his former team on Tuesday for the first time since the trade. Our team of NBA experts dissects every angle of the deal and matchup.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 25

KD shares honest response to teaming up with Steph, LeBron in NBA

Kevin Durant shared an honest response to if he, Steph Curry and LeBron James have ever discussed teaming up in the NBA.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 26

Why ex-NBA vets Cousins, Williams see Warriors as true ‘contenders'

DeMarcus “Boogie” Cousins and Lou Williams detailed to Chandler Parsons why they believe the Golden State Warriors are making a serious push to be the last team standing during the 2024-25 NBA season.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 26

NBA Power Rankings: Most important stretch for all 30 teams

Our NBA insiders break down this week's Power Rankings and the most important games for all 30 teams for the rest of the regular season.

ESPN - Feb. 27

The Trade™, three weeks on: Dončić, Davis and the art of the NBA breakup

As much as the basketball itself has started to round into shape for the Lakers and Mavs after the biggest trade in NBA history , the wounds have only just begun to heal. “A lot of emotions, not ...

The Guardian - Feb. 27

They are the youngest, most inexperienced team in the NBA — and a favorite to win it all

The Oklahoma City Thunder is the youngest team in the NBA. And a top contender to win it all.

NBC News - Feb. 27

The international mini-contest format worked for hockey. Could it work for the NBA or MLB?

The NHL scored big by going global to fight midseason doldrums, leaving North America's other major pro sports leagues to ponder what they could do to re-energize their dreary all-star breaks.

NBC News - 6d

The coffee business keeping NBA star Jimmy Butler busy off the court

Jimmy Butler's 14-year career with the NBA has brought him to some of the country's biggest cities. Now, he's heading to San Francisco as one of the newest members of the Golden State Warriors. But ...

CBS News - 5d

NBA insiders after Embiid ruled out for the season: What's next for the 76ers?

Joel Embiid will continue to look for a solution to his left knee injury. What does it mean for the Philadelphia 76ers' draft and free agency plans?

ESPN - 4d

Where Tatum ranks among NBA's all-time greats on 27th birthday

As Jayson Tatum celebrates his 27th birthday, here's a look at where the Celtics star ranks among NBA legends in key stat categories.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Warriors convert Spencer to standard NBA contract, sign Key to two-way

Warriors point guard Pat Spencer has played his way to a permanent role with Golden State for the remainder of the 2024-25 NBA season.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

To 50K and beyond! LeBron stretches his NBA scoring record to new frontier

LeBron James sank a 3-pointer early in Tuesday night's game against the Pelicans to become the first in NBA history to score 50,000 points.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Man posing as NBA player rep swallows $769,000 in stolen Tiffany jewelry

The Texas man allegedly asked jail staff if he would be "charged with what's in my stomach."

CBS News - 1d

Kyrie's devastating injury, LeBron & Steph reinvigorating the regular season and NBA awards

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Dan Titus react to Kyrie Irving's devastating injury, LeBron James and Stephen Curry breathing life back into the regular season and who will ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

NBA contenders don't fear the Thunder -- here are 22 reasons they should

Underestimate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and West-leading OKC at your own peril.

ESPN - 11h

'Hello, Eric, it's Oprah.' Author Eric Puchner is latest member of Winfrey book club

Eric Puchner is a well-regarded fiction writer whose new novel, “Dream State,” tells a story about life’s unexpected and improbable plot twists

ABC News - Feb. 18

Knicks Notes: Miles McBride's dynamic first start of season, latest on OG Anunoby

With the Knicks heading to Cleveland to play the Cavaliers on Friday, here are a few notes from the team's win against the Bulls on Thursday night.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21

Walmart’s Latest Employee Video Looked Familiar. So I Went Back to the Archives

If you see a big company doing the same thing over and over again, maybe it’s time to consider copying it in your business.

Inc. - Feb. 21

‘Like a giant Squid Game’: soul searching in South Korea after latest celebrity suicide

Death of actor Kim Sae-ron sparks renewed calls for changes to ease pressure on celebrities who face intense scrutiny from media and fans alike . On Friday, the South Korean columnist Yang ...

The Guardian - Feb. 22

Hamas to free 6 more Israeli hostages from Gaza Strip in latest step of ceasefire

Hamas is set to free six more Israeli hostages from the Gaza Strip

ABC News - Feb. 22

China's latest action plan shows it's trying to boost foreign investment amid geopolitical tensions

China is trying yet again to boost foreign investment, amid geopolitical tensions and businesses' calls for more concrete actions.

CNBC - Feb. 24

Lucca keeps Italy’s spot-kick spat burning with latest penalty drama | Nicky Bandini

After Ademola Lookman’s miss in midweek, Lorenzo Lucca invited further criticism in ignoring his Udinese teammates. This was the week of the undesignated penalty taker in Italian football. On ...

The Guardian - Feb. 24

Let them eat fruit: Manchester United close staff canteen in latest cost-cutting

Sir Jim Ratcliffe also trims food offering at training base CEO apologises over U-turn on further redundancies Sir Jim Ratcliffe will close the staff canteen at Old Trafford and replace the free ...

The Guardian - Feb. 24

Bracketology: Michigan State makes big move up to a No. 2 seed in latest NCAA Tournament projection

The Spartans jumped two seed lines in Jerry Palm's bracket after their big win vs. Michigan

CBS Sports - Feb. 24

Robinhood says SEC dismissed crypto unit investigation in latest sign of easier regulation for industry

The Securities and Exchange Commission is dropping its investigation into Robinhood's crypto arm, the company said Monday.

CNBC - Feb. 24

February consumer confidence posts biggest drop since 2021 in latest sign of slowing economy

Consumers grew more pessimistic about the economic outlook in February as worries brewed about a slowing economy and rising inflation, the Conference Board reported Tuesday.

NBC News - Feb. 25

Mel Kiper Jr. makes new Patriots prediction in latest 2025 mock draft

Best player or best fit? The Patriots have a tough choice with the No. 4 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 25

February consumer confidence posts biggest drop since 2021 in latest sign of slowing economy

The board's Consumer Confidence Index slipped to 98.3 for the month, down nearly 7% and below the Dow Jones forecast for 102.3.

CNBC - Feb. 25

Middle East latest: Hamas will return bodies of 4 dead Israeli hostages in exchange for prisoners

Hamas says it will return the bodies of four Israeli hostages early Thursday in exchange for Israel releasing hundreds of Palestinian prisoners

ABC News - Feb. 26

Latest QB rumors involving Matthew Stafford, Aaron Rodgers, plus seven players who could draw trade interest

Everything you need to know around the NFL for Feb. 26

CBS Sports - Feb. 26

Trump’s latest DOGE order aims to cut costs through federal contracts, travel

President Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order directing agency leaders to work with staff from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to cut costs through contracts, employee ...

The Hill - Feb. 27

Onana v De Gea verdict after Man Utd keeper's latest error

Manchester United's Andre Onana is in the spotlight as a result of his error against Ipswich - but how does he stack up against the man he replaced, David de Gea?

BBC News - Feb. 27

Latest news on Pope Francis' health as more details emerge about his hospital stay

The Vatican provided more details on Pope Francis' health, including the latest on tests performed and how he is progressing. CBS News' Seth Doane reports.

CBS News - Feb. 27

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