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What we know and don’t know about the asteroid hurtling toward Earth

Asteroid 2024 YR4, a 50- to 90-meter-wide Earth-approaching object, is likely not going to hit our planet in 2032.

The Hill - Feb. 23

Germany to move toward 'independence' from US, new leader says

Friedrich Merz's CDU party emerged as the largest party in Germany's parliament, the Bundestag, earning 28.6% of the vote.

ABC News - Feb. 24

Wildfire Burning on Table Mountain Moves Toward Cape Town

Firefighters have battled a blaze on the slopes in the national park for days. The fire spread overnight toward Cape Town’s central business district.

The New York Times - Feb. 26

Supreme Court leans toward reviving straight woman's reverse discrimination claim

The Supreme Court appeared likely to allow a woman to pursue a claim that she was discriminated at work because she is straight.

NBC News - Feb. 26

Supreme Court appears sympathetic toward straight woman’s ‘reverse discrimination’ case

The Supreme Court on Wednesday appeared to lean toward reviving a straight woman’s “reverse discrimination” case brought over claims she was passed over for a promotion and demoted in favor of gay ...

The Hill - Feb. 26

Congress barrels toward shutdown deadline with few signs of progress

The government runs out of funding on March 14, and averting a shutdown will likely require bipartisan support in both the House and Senate.

CBS News - Feb. 27

Trump turns toward Russia, breaking with decades of U.S. policy

The extraordinary pivot is upending decades of hawkish foreign policy, raising questions about the future of post-World War II global security project.

NBC News - 3d

Supreme Court gravitates toward gun industry in bid to end Mexico lawsuit

The Supreme Court gravitated toward the American firearm industry Tuesday in its fight to end a $10 billion lawsuit brought by the Mexican government over claims the gunmakers are fueling cartel ...

The Hill - 2d

The Guardian view on Israel’s aid blockade: pushing Palestinians toward catastrophe | Editorial

A pan-Arab coalition resists US-Israeli policy on Gaza, while Donald Trump’s reported Hamas talks signal a potential reversal of longstanding strategy. Israel’s decision to block aid to Gaza, as ...

The Guardian - 1d

House conservatives working toward CR after meeting with Trump

President Trump met Wednesday with members of the House Freedom Caucus to discuss unifying around a plan for a continuing resolution to keep the government open ahead of a looming shutdown ...

The Hill - 1d

Tesla’s EU Sales Drop as Anger Toward Elon Musk Grows

February numbers show the U.S. electric-car maker is struggling to attract buyers in the region. Mr. Musk’s politics aren’t helping.

The New York Times - 1d

Scientists create "woolly mouse" in step toward recreating woolly mammoth

Scientists at a Dallas-based biotech company has unveiled a genetically engineered woolly mouse that they hope is a step toward eventually bringing back the wooly mammoth. The results haven't yet ...

CBS News - 15h

The Power of Adaptive Leadership

The modern marketplace rewards leaders who are agile, forward-thinking, and willing to evolve with change.

Inc. - 3d

Pereira and the mystery of punching power

The UFC's light heavyweight king, Alex Pereira, may hold the key to unlocking enormous punching power.

ESPN - 7h

Fed Flags Rising Inflation Risks and Rising Uncertainty About Trump’s Policies

Rates cuts are still on the menu, but like many businesses, Fed officials are having a tough time judging the impact of Trump’s tariff and immigration plans.

Inc. - Feb. 20

SEC, Big Ten to push for seeding changes to 2025 College Football Playoff

The two leagues will push CFP executives to alter the seeding of the upcoming postseason, aligning the seeds based directly on the selection committee’s rankings.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 19

The College Football Playoff Could Get the Change That Everybody Wants

The subjectivity baked into the process of determining a national champion is both maddening and alluring, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Feb. 22

LAGC beats Bay to secure top playoff seed in TGL

Los Angeles Golf Club handed Bay Golf Club its first loss in TGL action and secured the No. 1 seed in the playoffs by dominating singles to rally for a 5-3 victory Monday.

ESPN - 3d

The political rise of the anti-vax movement

As traditional parties decline, vaccine scepticism has become one of the anti-establishment forces filling the vacuum

Financial Times - Feb. 26

The ex-spymaster shaping Turkey’s rise

Foreign minister Hakan Fidan says in rare interview that Ankara would join post-Nato European security pact

Financial Times - 1d

Milwaukee Bucks Bobby Portis Jr. suspended 25 games over drug policy violation

Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis, Jr., will miss Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers after the NBA announced he violated the league's anti-drug policy.

NBC News - Feb. 20

Giannis' new weapon: Can his midrange game elevate the Bucks? | The Kevin O'Connor Show

If Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to shoot efficiently from midrange, the Bucks could turn traditional defensive schemes upside down.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20

Bucks' Bobby Portis suspended 25 games for taking banned substance, agent says it was 'honest mistake'

Portis' agent says the positive test was the result of a medication mix-up

CBS Sports - Feb. 21

Bucks overcome Antetokounmpo's foul trouble and hold on for a 104-101 victory over Wizards

Kyle Kuzma scored 19 points in his return to Washington, and the Milwaukee Bucks overcame Giannis Antetokounmpo’s foul trouble to beat the Wizards 104-101

ABC News - Feb. 21

Bucking trend, McDonald's vows no egg surcharges as it preps $1 Egg McMuffin Day

McDonald's is leaning into its reputation as a breakfast value offering, vowing to reject a surcharge on meals with eggs while announcing a special one-day discount on Egg McMuffins.

NBC News - Feb. 25

Giannis Antetokounmpo's 28 points, 19 rebounds lead Bucks to 121-112 win over Nuggets

Antetokounmpo went just over the 32-minute limit Doc Rivers is trying to keep him under to manage his left calf strain.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 28

Agent: Lakers wrong in failing Williams' physical

The agent of Hornets center Mark Williams issued a statement Thursday disputing the Lakers' decision to fail his physical, leading to their trade being rescinded two weeks ago.

ESPN - Feb. 21

'Locked in' Luka explodes as Lakers win in Denver

Luka Doncic had his best game with the Lakers, exploding for 32 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists as Los Angeles won in Denver for the first time in nearly three years.

ESPN - Feb. 23

Why the Lakers are betting big on small ball

The Lakers' victory against the Nuggets showcased the potential impact of a small-ball lineup.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 25

It’s Time to Consider the Lakers as N.B.A. Title Contenders

At this point, the team’s success should no longer be surprising, Los Angeles is legitimately good, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Feb. 26

Buss: Keeping Lakers' Luka talks quiet was key

Jeanie Buss didn't want to risk "blowing up" her team if word of Los Angeles' talks to acquire Luka Doncic leaked out, but now that Doncic is a Laker, Buss is more than happy to discuss the deal.

ESPN - 6d

Doncic leads Lakers to sixth straight win

Luka Doncic scores 29 points as the Los Angeles Lakers continue their revival with victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Curry makes history as Warriors beat Kings

Steph Curry becomes the first Golden State Warriors player in NBA history to reach 700 20-point career games after helping his side to a 132-108 win against the Sacramento Kings.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 22

Why Butler's eye-opening Warriors impact is not exaggerated

Since Jimmy Butler's arrival, the Golden State Warriors have undergone numerous positive changes, some of which defy logic.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24

Kuminga's return will have to wait for Warriors' homestand

Jonathan Kuminga’s return from his nagging sprained right ankle will have to wait until the Golden State Warriors’ upcoming homestand.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Neighbours cancelled again, two years after revival

The series will finish at the end of 2025, after 40 years and more than 9,000 episodes.

BBC News - Feb. 21

Yahoo Sports AM: Canada beats the USA, again

In today's edition: Canada wins the 4 Nations Face-Off, Wemby's season is over, the Boston three party, MLS' 30th season kicks off, and more.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21

Trump again floats unconstitutional third term

The 22nd Amendment limits U.S. presidents to two terms in office, but that hasn't stopped President Trump and his supporters from raising the idea of a third term. Josh Chafetz, professor of law ...

CBS News - Feb. 21

Trump, Again, Chooses Loyalty Over Leadership

The firing of the nation’s top military officer is the latest example of the president prioritizing fealty over sound policy and expertise.

The New York Times - Feb. 24

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