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Brewers acquire Quinn Priester from Red Sox as they seek boost for injury-riddled pitching staff
Quinn Priester is going from Boston to Milwaukee in a trade that sends the Red Sox outfield prospect Yophery Rodriguez, a competitive balance selection in the upcoming draft and a player to be named.Yahoo Sports - 15h -
Thumbs up, cheers, nice one! Is ‘thank you’ really in danger of dying out?
Nearly a fifth of young people claim to feel uncomfortable saying ‘thank you’ – but will happily send a grateful thumb emoji instead. Name: “Thank you.”. Age: Dates to the 14th century . ...The Guardian - 17h -
France have 'great chance' against New Zealand despite weakened side: ex-All Black Cruden
Former New Zealand fly-half Aaron Cruden believes France will pose a serious threat to the All Blacks in July despite sending a depleted outfit on this year's three-Test tour. France's visit to New ...Yahoo Sports - 6h -
Philippine volcano spews ash plume into the sky, prompting school closures
A restive Philippine volcano has erupted briefly on a central island, sending a 2.4-mile plume of ash and debris into the sky and forcing authorities to suspend classes in four villages due to ashfallABC News - 1h -
Pope Francis makes surprise appearance in St Peter’s Square for jubilee mass
Pontiff makes first public appearance in the Vatican since his release from hospital two weeks ago. Pope Francis has made a surprise appearance in St Peter’s Square during a special jubilee mass ...The Guardian - 1d -
Camping in the wild heart of Italy – en suite rooms and fabulous restaurant optional
In the rugged Maiella national park, a secluded campsite offers everything from pitches to hotel-style rooms, guided walks to Abruzzo hospitality. There was a shift in atmosphere as a pewter cloud ...The Guardian - 1d -
The English neighbourhood that claims to hold the secret to fixing the NHS
With public satisfaction in the NHS just 21%, one area has a plan to shake up its services that could reduce GP waiting lists, as well as unblock hospital beds - but can it really work nationwide?BBC News - 9h -
Supreme Court gives boost to Trump administration's deportation plans under Alien Enemies Act
The ruling said a judge can't block Trump’s plan nationwide but made clear that people swept up must have a chance to challenge their seizures before they can be deported.NBC News - 9h -
The Affordable Car Is About to Go Extinct in the US
As President Donald Trump’s tariffs set in, it may well be time to say goodbye to the under-$30,000 car.Wired - 2d -
Trump’s Tariffs Are Threatening the US Semiconductor Revival
While the White House carved out a narrow exemption for some semiconductor imports, President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs still apply to GPUs and chipmaking equipment.Wired - 2d -
US closes in on critical minerals deal with DR Congo
Trump’s Africa adviser agrees ‘path forward’ to drive American mining investment as Tshisekedi government seeks to shore up supportFinancial Times - 1d -
Are US tariffs just the beginning? With Abraham Newman
There are other tools of economic coercion in the modern global economyFinancial Times - 1d -
Why the US mortgage market is addicted to big government
Government guarantees on securitised home loans make them generally low risk — but Trump’s policymaking raises concernsFinancial Times - 1d -
Stocks fall in Asia ahead of US openings
Stocks have fallen in Asia and Australia amid economic turmoil stemming from President Trump’s sweeping tariffs. At 9:26 p.m. Eastern time Sunday, Japan’s Nikkei 225 was down close to 1,990 points, ...The Hill - 1d -
US defends tariffs on remote island of penguins and seals
A group of islands, occupied only by penguins and seals, has been swept up in Trump's trade war.BBC News - 1d -
The Lions offense was last in the NFL in using the pistol formation
The Lions offense was in the pistol formation less than any other NFL team in 2024, and there are a few reasons why.Yahoo Sports - 16h -
Death toll rises from weekend storms in US
A 16-year-old volunteer firefighter trying to rescue people in the storm was among the 20 killed.BBC News - 16h -
The US and Syria: Between strategic success and unfinished business
The United States must adopt a balanced approach to Syria, engaging with the transitional government while maintaining diplomatic relations with other countries to establish lasting stability in ...The Hill - 14h -
Ben Jennings on the price of a trade deal with the US – cartoon
Continue reading...The Guardian - 15h -
Trump says US to engage in 'direct talks' with Iran
Sitting next to Israel's prime minister, he said direct talks with Iran would start Saturday.ABC News - 12h -
Shopify CEO to Employees: Use AI Now
Tobi Lütke posted a memo with his AI-related directives to X because he said it was ‘in the process of being leaked.’Inc. - 10h -
Is the US heading for a recession? Three warning signs to watch
Michelle Fleury explains the factors to watch in the economy after President Trump’s tariff announcements.BBC News - 1h -
Prosecutors seek 7 years in prison for disgraced former Rep. George Santos in federal fraud case
The 87-month sentence proposed by prosecutors is on the high end of court guidelines for such cases. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for April 25.NBC News - 3d -
Belgian prince loses bid for benefits on top of £300k royal allowance
Court rejects claim by Prince Laurent, who said he was acting out of "principle" rather than for money.BBC News - 16h -
She Reclaimed America’s No. 1 Tennis Ranking. Now She Has an Opportunity.
Jessica Pegula’s 2024 clay-court season was derailed by injury. That gives her a free hit for 2025.The New York Times - 18h -
Facing Pushback, Trump Threatened More Tariffs
Also, the Supreme Court halted an order to return a wrongly deported man. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday.The New York Times - 10h -
How a surgeon tried to avoid justice for years after stabbing colleague
Jonathan Peter Brooks tried to manipulate the forensic process, prison staff and the courts, a judge says.BBC News - 3h -
South Korea to hold presidential election on 3 June
This comes after the constitutional court removed Yoon Suk Yeol as president and upheld his impeachment.BBC News - 42m -
Nuclear boom sparks urgent call for investment in new uranium mines
Currently identified resources are forecast to be used up by the 2080sFinancial Times - 3h -
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.CBS News - 17h -
Rockets clinch top-three playoff seed in West, on verge of securing No. 2 spot
After Sunday’s win, the Rockets (52-27) have clinched a top-three seed in the 2025 West playoffs and home-court advantage in at least the first round.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Judicial blocks on Trump spark battle over nationwide injunctions
The Trump administration’s repeated losses in courts have sparked Republican efforts to limit the reach of the judiciary, something Democrats argue is designed to hamstring reviews of lawless ...The Hill - 22h -
Illinois basketball lands another international big man
Montenegro pro forward David Mirkovic has committed to a Fighting Illini men's basketball front court that includes fellow Balkans, the Ivisic twins.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
US market plunges for second day after Trump’s sweeping tariffs
The U.S. stock market took another nosedive for a second day after President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on countries around the world.NBC News - 3d -
The White House is using tariffs to restore manufacturing. Data suggests it will take time.
Data about Trump's tariffs suggests the U.S. economy is not ready for a wholesale shift to manufacturing, and that it would take years to ramp up production capabilities.NBC News - 3d -
The 3 Words Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Use to Spark Real Change
‘Be the change’ isn’t just a quote—it’s a powerful leadership strategy rooted in science and everyday actions.Inc. - 1d -
Used Tesla Market Heats Up as Owners Sell to Protest Elon Musk
Teslas that have been sold or traded in during the backlash against the company’s chief executive have become bargains on lots.The New York Times - 1d -
US judge scolds Trump officials for failing to return man deported in error
The scathing opinion comes as a deadline looms to return the man from a prison in El Salvador.BBC News - 1d -
Retaliation or restraint: how should Keir Starmer react to US tariffs?
Tit-for-tat levies on American goods may appeal to voters but would risk adding to UK’s economic headwinds. Keir Starmer has said he wants to shelter Britain from the storm of Donald Trump’s ...The Guardian - 1d -
Goldman Sachs sees US recession if full tariffs go into effect
And it’s almost 50-50 even if they don’tFinancial Times - 1d
