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Hong Kong Stadium’s Debut Marred by Food Chaos at Rugby Sevens
(Bloomberg) -- Tens of thousands of partying rugby fans from around the world tested Hong Kong’s new 50,000-seat stadium over the weekend, and there was one common topic of conversation: how the ...Yahoo Sports - 1h -
Seven ejected as Timberwolves, Pistons altercation spills into front row
Tension had been building for a few plays when Pistons rookie Ron Holland fouled Naz Reid, then Reid confronted Holland and it was on.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
Seven ejected following scuffle in Minnesota Timberwolves-Detroit Pistons game
Five players and two coaches were ejected from the Minnesota Timberwolves-Detroit Pistons game after a scuffle broke out in the second quarter.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
Yoko Ono is now getting acclaim, but why do rock stars’ female partners get so much abuse? | Barbara Ellen
Ono was blamed for splitting the Beatles and taking John Lennon from his true calling. Let’s hope things are getting easier for women who date famous musicians. More than 50 years after John Lennon ...The Guardian - 18h -
2/23/2025: The Justice Department; CFPB; John Oliver
First, a report on the upheaval at the Justice Department. Then, a look at why the CFPB is under fire by President Trump, DOGE. And John Oliver: The 60 Minutes Interview.CBS News - 4h -
Bernardo: Winning FA Cup won't redeem season
Bernardo Silva has said he believes even winning the FA Cup won't redeem Manchester City's season.ESPN - 4h -
Nintendo Is Changing the Way Digital Games Work
During its Nintendo Direct event Thursday, the company revealed “Virtual Game Cards,” which will allow players to share games or play across multiple systems. It also teased Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.Wired - 3d -
For John Green, It’s Tuberculosis All the Way Down
The best-selling author “got a little emotional” while talking with The Times about tuberculosis. Listen to the conversation.The New York Times - 2d -
Nick Pivetta dazzles in Padres debut as San Diego completes four-game sweep of Braves to start 2025 season
Pivetta suffocated the Braves, allowing just one hit in seven shutout inningsCBS Sports - 1h -
GOP senator says Trump ‘doesn’t bluff’ as the president says he’s ‘pissed off’ at Putin
Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) exclusively joins Meet the Press to discuss Donald Trump’s negotiating tactics as the president says he may impose secondary tariffs on Russian oil.NBC News - 14h -
CFPB, the consumer watchdog agency, under fire by President Trump, DOGE | 60 Minutes
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a watchdog agency created to protect consumers, is under fire by President Trump and DOGE. Its new head ordered work to stop and funding to end.CBS News - 6h -
UNAIDS director proposes that President Trump make an 'amazing deal' to end HIV
The head of the U.N. AIDS agency says the sudden loss of American money has been “devastating” for efforts to stop HIV and will cost many lives of the world’s most vulnerable peopleABC News - 6d -
A Shark’s Sounds Are Recorded for What Is Believed to Be the First Time
Researchers in New Zealand have made what they believe is the first recording of a shark actively making noise.The New York Times - 2d -
The First Berserker Khazan Is More Than Another Soulslike
Our Souls expert Tamoor joins Kurt on the GameSpot show to share his thoughts on The First Berserker Khazan.GameSpot - 1d -
The Premier League's unlikely pretenders to Champions League riches
The battle for a place in the Champions League is the focus of attention in the final two months of the Premier League season with the title race and relegation battle seemingly a foregone ...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
James Bond should not be a woman due to franchise’s ‘profound sexism’, says Helen Mirren
Actor says she is opposed to the possibility of a female 007 and that cinema should focus on telling stories of ‘extraordinary’ real female spies. Helen Mirren has said that James Bond should never ...The Guardian - 3h -
The Sex Pistols announce first North American tour in 2 decades
The Sex Pistols will tour North America for the first time since 2003 this fallABC News - 2d -
WSL: Chelsea drop first home-points of season
Chelsea dropped points at home for the first time in the Women's Super League (WSL) this season after an injury-time West Ham equaliser at Kingsmeadow on Sunday.ESPN - 7h -
Rashford: First Villa goals mark steady progress
Marcus Rashford has pointed to his "step by step" progress since joining Aston Villa after he scored his first goals for the club on Sunday.ESPN - 4h -
A Fungi Pioneer’s Lifelong Work on Exhibit
Mushrooms in 19th-century watercolors: The paintings of a self-taught female mycologist are featured at the New York State Museum.The New York Times - 5d -
Cavaliers reach 60 wins for 3rd time in franchise history, but 1st without LeBron James
Reaching 60 wins is far from the ultimate goal for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Cleveland's 127-122 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday afternoon gave the Cavaliers at least 60 wins for ...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Mensik upsets Djokovic to win Miami Open
Czech teenager Jakub Mensik upset Novak Djokovic 7-6 (7/4), 7-6 (7/4) to win the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, denying the Serb his 100th career title.Mensik started strongly breaking ...Yahoo Sports - 26m -
Gaia to Shut Down After More Than a Decade of Mapping the Milky Way
After more than a decade of mapping the stars, the European spacecraft was shut down on Thursday. But its legacy lives on.The New York Times - 3d -
Officials hopeful Brussels summit will pave way to UK-EU defence pact
Row over fish quotas to arise at post-Brexit reset talks on May 19Financial Times - 1d -
Texas Rangers' Kellie Fischer paving the way for women in the MLB
Outside of making sure the Rangers' historic season went smoothly, Fischer's work stretches beyond Arlington.CBS News - 4h -
March Madness 2025: Duke is a better than even-money favorite to win the Final Four
Duke is -110 to win it all after being the most impressive team in the NCAA tournament so far.Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Mitchell magic as Cavs down Clippers to bag 60th win
Donovan Mitchell led from the front as the Cleveland Cavaliers bagged their 60th win of the NBA season with a 127-122 victory over the in-form Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.Cleveland coach ...Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Rashford scores first two Villa goals within space of five minutes
Marcus Rashford scores his first two goals for Aston Villa in the space of five minutes against Preston North End in their FA Cup quarter-final.BBC News - 13h -
Head of Amazon’s TV and Film Steps Down
Jennifer Salke held the position for seven years. The tech giant named separate chiefs for television and movies.The New York Times - 3d -
Mikey Madison hosts 'SNL' after Oscar win, but mostly plays supporting role
Fresh off her Oscar win for 'Anora,' Mikey Madison guest hosted 'Saturday Night Live,' but was mostly relegated to supporting roles in sketches.Los Angeles Times - 20h -
Espaillat sues Manhattan Dem leader over attempted expulsion
Ethics committee’s allegations that Espaillat cheated on a party vote is the latest battle in a long-running feud between Manhattan power players.Politico - 6d -
Justin Tucker allegations: Ravens president addresses NFL investigation into kicker accused of misconduct
Tucker has been accused of inappropriate behavior by 16 massage therapistsCBS Sports - 7h -
A European startup scrubs its attempt to launch an orbital rocket on its first test flight
A private European aerospace company has scrubbed the first test flight of its orbital launch vehicleABC News - 6d -
Primoz Roglic wins Volta a Catalunya title as late charge denies Juan Ayuso
Roglic wins final stage in Barcelona for second title Local favourite Ayuso has to settle for runners-up slot Primoz Roglic made a late charge to take the lead from the local favourite Juan ...The Guardian - 13h -
They Shared a Commitment to Sobriety. Then, to Each Other.
Greg Reck and Emily Starkey met at a 12-step meeting seven years ago and bonded over their similar backgrounds and career pursuits.The New York Times - 3d -
Pistons-T'Wolves melee featuring Donte DiVincenzo, Naz Reid, Ron Holland spills into stands, results in 7 ejections
It wasn't the Malice in the Palace. But a dust-up between the Pistons and Timberwolves on Sunday quickly escalated and spilled into the stands, resulting in the ejection of seven players and coaches.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
How Climate-Resilient Chickens Could Help Fight Poverty
An initiative in Zambia is showing that a profit-seeking company can help rural farmers battling extreme weather breed chickens that lay more eggs.The New York Times - 1d
