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Ice arrests Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia protests, lawyer says
Mahmoud Khalil’s arrest comes as Trump vows to deport foreign students involved in protests against Israel’s war. A prominent Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia University’s student ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Simon Fisher-Becker, British actor known for 'Doctor Who' and 'Harry Potter,' dies at 63
'Doctor Who' and 'Harry Potter' actor Simon Fisher-Becker has died at age 63. He was 'always kind, gracious and interested in everyone,' his agent said.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
French lawmaker who uses a wheelchair wins a change in voting rules that discriminated against him
French lawmakers have agreed unanimously to change the way they vote, opting to eliminate a balloting method that discriminated against a parliamentarian who uses a wheelchair because it required ...ABC News - 4d -
Stanford professor who co-founded 4 startups: How to use AI as a 'force multiplier' to start a business
"You don't want to compete with someone who has an AI at their shoulder," says Steve Blank. He has co-founded four startups, one of which sold for $329 million.CNBC - 2h -
The Age of Diagnosis by Suzanne O’Sullivan review – do no harm
A doctor’s brilliant study of the dangers of overdiagnosis, from ADHD to long Covid. We swim in oceans of quackery. The media is flooded with misinformation about health and pseudo-diagnoses based ...The Guardian - 5d -
Kurdish Fighters Called a Truce, but Turkey Kept Up Lethal Strikes
Turkey is still bombing armed Kurdish insurgents in Iraq and Syria, even after their leader urged them to lay down their arms and disband, and their group declared a cease-fire.The New York Times - 3d -
UK economy shrinks in January; stocks and euro jump on German debt deal – as it happened
UK economy unexpectedly contracts by 0.1% in January in blow to the chancellor ahead of spring statement; Friedrich Merz declares: ‘Germany is back’. Let’s look at the GDP figures in more detail.. ...The Guardian - 2d -
‘A computer’s joke, on us’: writers respond to the short story written by AI
Sam Altman, the OpenAI boss, has declared its new model ‘good at creative writing’. We asked writers including Tracy Chevalier, Kamila Shamsie and David Baddiel if they agree. This week has seen ...The Guardian - 2d -
Texas AG says courts can’t force state agencies to update trans people’s IDs
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton declared Friday that state court orders to change the sex markers on Texas birth certificates, driver’s licenses and other state-issued IDs are no longer valid.NBC News - 2d -
What Syria’s New Temporary Constitution Says
The declaration, signed by interim president Ahmed al-Shara, guarantees individual freedoms but gives Mr. al-Shara abundant power and keeps Islamic law as its legal foundation.The New York Times - 2d -
Massive dust storms cause fatal crashes in Texas
The mayor of Amarillo has declared a state of disaster after a massive dust storm caused multiple fatal crashes. The storms sparked apocalyptic scenes, including destructive winds knocking over ...NBC News - 2d -
“I don’t know what the problem is” – Former Chelsea defender unhappy with current player
One former Chelsea defender has declared his unhappiness with one current player after his latest display in a Chelsea shirt.The news comes after Chelsea were defeated by Arsenal in the Premier ...Yahoo Sports - 8h -
Oregon State Baseball: Beavers Top Grand Canyon 6-4
PROMO: Join BeaversEdge.com and get 30 DAYS FREE!MORE: Day 5 Nuggets: Jaheim Patterson Impresses | WATCH: Day 5 Interviews | WATCH: Day 5 Practice Video | Arizona LB Locks In Official Visit | ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
AI frenzy leads US venture capital to biggest splurge in three years
Investor excitement over fast-developing technology has seen a flurry of massive funding rounds this yearFinancial Times - Mar. 9 -
Survivors of Tokyo bombing 80 years ago want compensation
Japan is remembering the 105,000 people killed in a single night, 80 years ago Monday, in the U.S. firebombing of the Japanese capitalABC News - Mar. 9 -
Raiders reach 2-year, $16 million deal with Jeremy Chinn: Report
The Raiders reached a two-year, $16 million deal with safety Jeremy Chinn on Monday, according to the NFL Network.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Kohl's shares plunge 20% as retailer gives rough outlook for the year ahead
Kohl's posted a beat on revenue for the fourth quarter on Tuesday, but issued disappointing guidance for the year ahead.CNBC - 5d -
Portugal’s Government Falls in No-Confidence Vote After Just a Year
The vote in Parliament will force new elections, the third in little more than three years.The New York Times - 5d -
Source: RB Dillon heads to Philly on 1-year deal
Running back A.J. Dillon will join the Eagles on a one-year deal, a source confirmed to ESPN.ESPN - 4d -
WATCH: Exploring a 130-year-old shipwreck in Lake Superior
Explorers have discovered the wreck of a cargo ship, the Western Reserve, that sank in a storm over 130 years ago in Lake Superior.ABC News - 4d -
Paperless Post’s New Brand Collab Is 325 Years in the Making
The 15-year-old digital invitation company has a fresh take on collaborations. It’s very old school.Inc. - 4d -
Bears to sign former Commanders WR Olamide Zaccheaus to 1-year deal
The Bears are signing former Washington Commanders wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus to a one-year deal, according to Tom PelisseroYahoo Sports - 3d -
Giants bringing back G Aaron Stinnie on one-year deal: reports
The Giants continue adding onto their offensive line depth, bringing back Aaron Stinnie on a one-year pact.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Report: Bears extend OG Jonah Jackson's contract by a year
The Bears have given offensive guard Jonah Jackson a one-year contract extension through 2027.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
VOTE: Who'll be Shore Conference girls lacrosse Sophomore of the Year of 2025 season?
Time to vote on who'll be the Shore Conference girls lacrosse Sophomore of the Year for the 2025 season.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Louisville basketball's Pat Kelsey named Naismith Coach of the Year semifinalist
Louisville basketball's Pat Kelsey is one of 10 semifinalists vying for the Naismith Coach of the Year Award. Here's what to know.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
BBC & ITV agree new four-year Six Nations rights deal
The BBC and ITV agree a new four-year deal for the Men's Six Nations to remain on free-to-air TV until 2029.BBC News - 2d -
Eagles agree to a one-year deal with versatile return man Avery Williams
Eagles agree to a one-year deal with versatile return man Avery Williams after parting ways with Britain CoveyYahoo Sports - 2d -
Are there still medical concerns for Tim Patrick after a healthy bounceback year?
Are there still medical concerns for Tim Patrick after a healthy bounceback year now that Detroit has re-signed the wideout?Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Source: RB Hunt returns to Chiefs on 1-year deal
Running back Kareem Hunt is returning to the Chiefs on a one-year contract worth up to $2.5 million.ESPN - 2d -
Bucs bring back favorite target of Baker Mayfield on one-year deal
Bucs bring back favorite target of Baker Mayfield in Sterling Shepard for another year together.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Falcons sign former Chargers defensive lineman to two-year contract
The Atlanta Falcons have signed veteran defensive lineman Morgan Fox to a two-year contract, NFL Network reportedYahoo Sports - 2d -
Cardinals sign WR Simi Fehoko to a one-year deal
The Cardinals signed wide receiver Simi Fehoko to a one-year deal, the team announced Friday.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Former Patriots QB re-signs with Chiefs on one-year deal
Former New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe reportedly signed a one-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Rams bring back No. 3 RB Ronnie Rivers with 1-year deal
The Rams are keeping Ronnie Rivers, their No. 3 running back last season, with a 1-year dealYahoo Sports - 20h -
An American wins the L.A. Marathon for the first time in 31 years
Matt Richtman, a former Montana State University star, is the first American to win Los Angeles Marathon in over 30 years.Yahoo Sports - 20h -
Bengals extend Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins for four years apiece
The Bengals are keeping both Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins with each getting rich four-year extensionsYahoo Sports - 10h -
Vote: Readers' choice for Livingston County boys basketball Player of the Year
Before the Livingston Daily reveals its choice for Livingston County boys basketball Player of the Year, readers can vote for their selection.Yahoo Sports - 6h -
Texans, Derek Stingley Jr. agree to three-year contract extension
Stingley has reset the cornerback market, as initial numbers indicate he'll earn $30 million per year.Yahoo Sports - 55m -
Source: Dodgers, Roberts agree on 4-year deal
Manager Dave Roberts and the Los Angeles Dodgers are in agreement on a four-year extension that will set an MLB record for average annual value, a source told ESPN on Monday, a deal that will run ...ESPN - 6d
