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Education Department Fires 1,300 Workers, Gutting Its Staff

The layoffs mean that the department will now have a work force of about half the size it did when President Trump took office.

The New York Times - Mar. 12

UK watchdogs scrap diversity and inclusion rules for financial firms

Decision by FCA and PRA comes as government’s growth push forces regulators to rethink policies

Financial Times - Mar. 12

From Mexico cartel safe house to US streets: BBC tracks deadly fentanyl targeted by Trump tariffs

As the president tries to force Mexico to stop the flow of drugs, cartel members tell Quentin Sommerville they will not be deterred.

BBC News - Mar. 12

Inside the Pakistan Train Hijacking Standoff

Pakistani security forces declared an end to ethnic separatists’ seizure of a train carrying more than 400 people.

The New York Times - 6d

In a Europe Adrift, Macron Seizes the Moment

The French president’s prescriptions for “strategic autonomy” and a European force for Ukraine are suddenly timely in a world with a less dependable America.

The New York Times - 6d

Republicans use legislative sneak play to tie Democrats' hands on tariffs

House Republicans successfully blocked Democrats from forcing votes and debate on President Donald Trump's controversial tariffs.

ABC News - 6d

Trent Alexander-Arnold ruled out of Carabao Cup final to hand Liverpool injury crisis

Alexander-Arnold was forced off against PSG, with Liverpool facing Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Sean 'Diddy' Combs pleads not guilty, jury selection to begin May 5

Sean "Diddy" Combs pleaded not guilty Friday to a superseding indictment that charges him with forcing one of his employees into sex acts.

ABC News - 5d

'Terrifying and exhausting' - passengers describe escape from burning plane

Witnesses share their exhausting and terrifying escape after a plane forced to make an emergency landing caught fire.

BBC News - 5d

Sean 'Diddy' Combs pleads not guilty to updated indictment

The new allegations include that the rapper forced an employee into sex acts - something his lawyers deny.

BBC News - 5d

The two sides of tennis star Aryna Sabalenka: Terminator on the court, goofball off of it

Aryna Sabalenka is an imposing force on the court with her power game and serious face, but she has a goofy personality off the court

Yahoo Sports - 4d

U.S. launches multiple strikes against Houthi targets as Trump issues warning

President Trump said the U.S. would use "overwhelming lethal force" until Houthis cease shipping attacks.

CBS News - 3d

U.S. airman charged with killing woman missing since August in South Dakota

An airman was charged with second-degree murder in connection with the killing of a woman on an Air Force base last year, authorities said.

NBC News - 2d

The truth about Tren de Aragua, the gang at the center of Trump's immigration crackdown

The Trump administration says the group should be treated as an invading force. Critics say it’s a pretext for the administration’s anti-immigrant narrative.

NBC News - 1d

Google Seals $32 Billion Deal for Cyber Start-Up Wiz

The acquisition could make the Silicon Valley giant a bigger force in cybersecurity, and arrives months after an earlier round of talks collapsed.

The New York Times - 1d

Trump funding cuts will ‘kneecap’ US innovation, universities warn

Academic institutions have been forced to freeze new hires and limit PhD places

Financial Times - 7h

How will the universe end? A changing understanding of dark energy may provide a new answer

Scientists are homing in on the nature of a mysterious force called dark energy, and nothing short of the fate of the universe hangs in the balance

ABC News - 2h

As Utility Bills Soar, New Yorkers Face the Cost of a Greener Future

The utility that serves New York City and Westchester County has filed a request to raise its rates to help pay for the shift to cleaner energy, sparking dismay among residents.

The New York Times - Mar. 9

Long Island Wildfire Is Under Control, Officials Say

The last of four blazes that began in Suffolk County on Saturday has been put out, but Long Island and the Hudson Valley still faced a high fire risk on Sunday, officials said.

The New York Times - Mar. 9

Dramatic video shows thick smoke, flames after Pennsylvania plane crash

Dramatic video captured smoke and flames after a plane crashed in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Emergency crews responded to the site, and according to the Federal Aviation Administration, five ...

NBC News - Mar. 9

Measles case confirmed in Maryland resident who recently travelled abroad

A Maryland resident with recent international travel has confirmed to be infected with a case of measles. The Maryland Department of Health and Howard County health officials announced Sunday that ...

The Hill - Mar. 10

Brush fire on Long Island that has scorched 400 acres is 80% contained

A brush fire on New York’s Long Island that has burned 400 acres and prompted a response from 80 fire departments and 600 personnel is now 80% contained, according to Suffolk County officials.

NBC News - Mar. 10

‘Anchors, Under Your Desks!’: Tornado Hits Orlando TV Station

Crews at the Fox 35 station were on the air sharing updates about tornado warnings for Seminole and Volusia counties when one struck their news studio on Monday morning.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

What is next for the Menendez brothers?

Los Angeles County’s top prosecutor said Monday that he had withdrawn a recommendation to reduce the prison terms of Erik and Lyle Menendez, who are serving sentences of life without parole for the ...

NBC News - Mar. 10

Ice accessed car trackers in sanctuary cities that could help in raids, files show

Westchester county has laws limiting cooperation, but Ice has accessed trove of data that holds license plate readers. As Donald Trump’s administration ramps up its crackdown on undocumented ...

The Guardian - Mar. 11

Centerville edges Deubrook Area, only high seed to win on opening day of State B girls tourney

No. 5 Bennett County, No. 6 Sanborn Central-Woonsocket and No. 7 Dell Rapids St. Mary pull upsets on opening day of State B girls basketball tourney

Yahoo Sports - 5d

California judge facing re-trial for wife's murder says death was accidental

After the case of an Orange County judge charged with murder for fatally shooting his wife ended in a mistrial Monday, Jeffrey Ferguson, the man in the center of the legal battle spoke exclusively ...

NBC News - 5d

Flooding, mudslides and a tornado hit wildfire-ravaged California

Southern California, which was scorched by wildfires in January, was hit by more extreme weather. A rare tornado touched down in Pico Rivera, which is in the L.A. area. Meanwhile, in Riverside ...

CBS News - 5d

Lady Jackets' rally comes up one short

Lee County softball has started the 2025 season with a very unfavorable schedule, and the Lady Jackets finally overcame it to get their first win of the season on Wednesday. They came a run short ...

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Brennan hopes for improved away form following return

Ciaran Brennan hopes Newport County can replicate their strong Rodney Parade form when they play away from home. The Exiles beat Harrogate Town 3-0 in south Wales on Saturday to earn a 10th home ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Students learn through competition and commitment

ASHTABULA — The addition of a dual meet season for area high school quiz bowl teams about a decade ago has helped increased participation throughout the county. More than 110 names are on the ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Family of missing Pitt student requests authorities declare her dead

The family of Sudiksha Konanki has requested that she be declared deceased, the Loudoun County sheriff's office in Virginia tells CBS News. Konanki disappeared in the Dominican Republic earlier ...

CBS News - 1d

Fani Willis violated open records law, judge finds

Fulton County, Ga., District Attorney Fani Willis was found to be in violation of the state’s Open Records Act as outlined in a judge’s Friday ruling ordering her to present requested documents and ...

The Hill - 1d

Morgantown, University, Clay-Battelle set for quarterfinals of boys state basketball tournament

Mar. 18—CHARLESTON — Monongalia County will be well-represented this week in Charleston as all three public high schools have qualified for the 2025 WVSSAC boys' basketball tournament. Rivals ...

Yahoo Sports - 22h

Blue Devils roll past East Robertson behind Collins’ no-hitter

Lebanon opened the Wilson County Invitational on Monday with an 11-0 shutout of East Robertson as Case Collins pitched a five-inning no-hitter at Brent Foster Field. The right-hander struck out ...

Yahoo Sports - 21h

Tomorrow's Top 25 Today: Duke poised to leap Auburn for No. 1 spot in college basketball rankings

Florida and St. John's could also rise in this week's top 10 as part of a shakeup near the top

CBS Sports - Mar. 9

The Players Championship first and second round tee times, how to watch: Scottie Scheffler eyeing three-peat at TPC Sawgrass

Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffele will be paired up for the first two rounds this week in Florida.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 10

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