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2025 NFL offseason previews: 32 teams' needs, free agents, draft picks, salary cap space and more
Now that the 2024 season is over and the Philadelphia Eagles have been crowned Super Bowl champs, it’s time to turn our attention to the building blocks of the 2025 season for the entire league.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Sources: Ford opts to stay in L.A., but with Rams
Defensive lineman Poona Ford and the Rams have agreed to a three-year deal worth just under $30 million with $17 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN.ESPN - 2d -
L.A.’s Clear Skies Conceal a ‘Toxic Soup’
Scientists collecting water, air and soil samples in neighborhoods ravaged by fires say they’re concerned about long-term health risks for residents.The New York Times - 9h -
At the Forum, rockers Deftones show why they've stayed ahead of their time, 30 years and counting
The Sacramento-raised metal band has never been bigger, or more definitional for what young people want out of heavy music.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Friendship review – Tim Robinson spirals in a darkly hilarious comedy
SXSW film festival: The star of I Think You Should Leave brings a similar brand of comedy to this strange and genuinely funny film about a friendship breakup. Few adult experiences sting as much ...The Guardian - 10h -
Israeli police raid Palestinian bookshop in East Jerusalem twice in a month
Books about Banksy and by Noam Chomsky and Ilan Pappé were removed, and one of the owners detained. Israeli police have raided the leading Palestinian bookshop in East Jerusalem for the second time ...The Guardian - 1d -
An Intel deal now seems less likely. These clues may hold the key to its future.
Investors appear to be now be discounting recent M&A speculation that Intel will split in two.MarketWatch - 4d -
Bringing Diverse Voices to Book Publishing
Sally Kim, president and publisher at Little, Brown and Company, wants to give everyone a seat at the table.The New York Times - 5d -
Book excerpt: "The Antidote" by Karen Russell
The bestselling author of "Swamplandia!" and "Vampires in the Lemon Grove" returns with a Nebraska Dust Bowl-era tale of a prairie witch, who stores the memories that townsfolk don't want to carry.CBS News - 3d -
The week's bestselling books, March 16
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, March 16, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - 11h -
Lightening Up
Daylight saving time begins tomorrow, and the days are getting lighter and more expansive. If we want to, we can, too.The New York Times - 4d -
It’s getting ‘uncomfortably difficult’ to find a job. Here are the bright spots in this labor market.
Why the latest report is giving job hunters the jitters: longer stretches of unemployment and more part-time work.MarketWatch - 4d -
America needs a serious opposition
Democrats should spend less time on gimmicks and more on communicating what they actually stand forFinancial Times - 3d -
High rate of army dropouts pushes German forces to ‘breaking point’
Bundeswehr numbers are shrinking at a time when Berlin is pledging to do more for European defenceFinancial Times - 1d -
NHS to offer take-at-home tablet for multiple sclerosis
Broadening access to cladribine should help more patients avoid hospital and free up clinic time.BBC News - 22h -
Cheltenham festival crowds will be down this week for third year running
CEO says accommodation costs affecting attendance Course claims that changes will spark revival in 2026 Cheltenham racecourse has effectively confirmed that crowds at its showpiece meeting will ...The Guardian - 2d -
New-look Cheltenham festival delivers day of drama for smaller audience
Crowds were down but the action on and off the track was a better experience for both committed and once-a-year fans . Once the gasps had subsided following a Champion Hurdle that upended every ...The Guardian - 1d -
Cheltenham festival: Marine Nationale lands poignant win on day two – as it happened
It was an emotional afternoon as Marine Nationale and Jazzy Matty – winners for late jockey Michael O’Sullivan in 2023 – both won again at Cheltenham. Preview: 2.40 The Coral Cup Handicap Hurdle , ...The Guardian - 6h -
Mao Zedong’s first Little Red Book had blue cover and less propaganda
Rare early editions of book by communist party chairman, who shunned the idea of wealth, set to fetch £1m at auction. The thoughts of Mao Zedong , published in 1964 under the title Quotations , ...The Guardian - 4d -
Phoenix starting lineup: William Byron claims NASCAR Cup pole
Spire Motorsports placed all three of its cars in the top 10.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
David Squires on … Mr Infantino’s trip to Washington and meeting with Donald Trump
Our cartoonist on two larger than life presidents coming together to discuss Coldplay, a portal to hell and much more. Buy a copy of this cartoon in our Print Shop David’s new book, Chaos ...The Guardian - 1d -
Chelsea vs. Leicester City: Odds, live stream, pick, prediction, where and how to watch, TV channel
Enzo Maresca hosts his former side on Sunday as the Blues look to boost their chances of a Champions League spotCBS Sports - 3d -
Is College Basketball’s Ultimate Insider In On the Bit?
Jon Rothstein has built an outsized reputation on social media with a steady pace of breaking news and his now-famous taglines.The New York Times - 6h -
Nvidia’s GTC 2025 will feature AI’s brightest minds and draw 25K attendees in person
Nvidia today announced GTC 2025, the world’s premier AI conference, will return March 17 to March 21 to San Jose, California.VentureBeat - Mar. 5 -
Why are UEFA Champions League games an hour later? Daylight savings time in U.S. shifts kickoff times
The time difference will impact the second leg of the round of 16CBS Sports - 1d -
'Gracias Gustavo': Details of the L.A. Phil's plans for Dudamel's final season
A golden era at the Los Angeles Philharmonic approaches its end as the organization announces its final season under Music and Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel before he departs for the New York ...Los Angeles Times - 6d -
They Can Still Make Art and Music After Fleeing the L.A. Fires
Two evacuees took items with them that allowed them to play songs and paint after losing their homes.The New York Times - 4d -
Rams free agency needs: L.A. could be targeting a big-name cornerback
With plenty of salary-cap space to work with, Rams general manager Les Snead could target free-agent wide receiver Stefon Diggs or Davante Adams to fill the Cooper Kupp void.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
L.A. Prosecutor Says He Opposes Releasing the Menendez Brothers
Erik and Lyle Menendez still have paths to freedom. But the new district attorney is trying to roll back an effort by his predecessor to ease their punishment for killing their parents.The New York Times - 2d -
Menendez brothers' cousin pleads for release as L.A. district attorney opposes resentencing
Lyle and Eric Menendez, serving life sentences for killing their parents, have hit another obstacle in their bid for release. The Los Angeles district attorney has officially opposed their request ...CBS News - 1d -
Arellano: They just started a Spanish-language magazine for L.A. In 2025. Why?
El Clasificado, the largest Spanish-language weekly in the United States, has started a new lifestyle magazine in an era where many print publication are dying.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Marilyn Manson lists restored, midcentury modern L.A. home for $2.75 million
Rocker Marilyn Manson listed the Glendale, Calif., property 3 months after dropping a lawsuit against his former fiancée, Evan Rachel Wood.MarketWatch - 15h -
Parts of L.A. Urged to Evacuate as ‘Widespread’ Rain and Snow Hit California
A storm soaking the state on Wednesday and Thursday is bringing new danger to the area hit by wildfires earlier this year.The New York Times - 4h -
Book excerpt: "Dream Count" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
In her long-awaited return to fiction, the author of "Americanah" presents her intricately-woven novel that explores love, ambition, family expectations, and the forces that shape women's choices.CBS News - 3d -
Book Review: ‘Careless People,’ by Sarah Wynn-Williams
“Careless People,” a memoir by a former Facebook executive, portrays feckless company leaders cozying up to authoritarian regimes.The New York Times - 2d -
King's Commonwealth message of unity in 'uncertain times'
At a time of global tensions, King Charles emphasises the importance of countries working together.BBC News - 4d -
How Baron Davis found his voice as rapper Bart Oatmeal
Baron Davis, the South Central L.A. legend, is navigating the transition of life after hoops with his second love: rapping.ESPN - 3d -
John Mulaney returns to late night with Netflix's 'Everybody's Live.' Here's what we know
After the success of last year's "Everybody's in L.A.," comedian John Mulaney is returning to the late-night format on Netflix with "Everybody's Live."Los Angeles Times - 2d -
What would change if daylight saving time became permanent?
For the next eight months, most of us will be observing daylight saving time. But what if this became our permanent time?The Hill - 3d -
Cheltenham festival day one tips: Brighterdaysahead can upset Constitution Hill in Champion Hurdle
The favourite has seen off every challenge in all his races, but could be facing his sternest opponent so far. Constitution Hill has seen off every challenge with ease in winning all 10 of his ...The Guardian - 2d
