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Democratic leaders amp up pressure on Senate colleagues to oppose GOP spending bill: ‘Stand with us’
The leading Democrats in the House are ramping up the pressure on Senate Democrats to oppose the GOP’s spending bill, warning that the proposal would slash crucial public services to vulnerable ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
Taiwan's leader says tougher measures needed to counter stepped-up Chinese infiltration and spying
Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te says tougher measures are needed to counter stepped-up Chinese infiltration, spying and other efforts to weaken the island’s defensesABC News - Mar. 13 -
Guatemala steps up patrols along border as US extends border security goals south
As the United States government works to effectively extend its border security objectives south into Central America, countries like Guatemala have come under renewed scrutiny and pressure to step ...ABC News - 6d -
Illinois wins offensive showdown against Iowa to set up Big Ten Tournament quarterfinal matchup with Maryland
INDIANAPOLIS — Illinois coach Brad Underwood and his players knew they might be in for an offensive showdown when they matched up with Iowa on Thursday night in the second round of the Big Ten ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Inter Milan Wingback Called Up For Netherlands UEFA Nations League Squad – Defender Not In Squad
Inter Milan wingback Denzel Dumfries has been called up for the Netherlands, while Stefan de Vrij is not in the squad.The entire squad list selected by Oranje coach Ronald Koeman for the Nations ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Official: Real Madrid gem called up to replace legendary figure in Brazil national team
The first international break of 2025 is just around the corner and players have already begun receiving call-ups to their respective national teams.Brazil NT coach Dorival Jr. also announced his ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Inter Milan Wingback Receives Strange Poland Call-Up Amid Injury Problems
Inter Milan wingback Nicola Zalewski has received a call-up from Poland manager Michal Probierz for upcoming international fixtures in March.According to FCInterNews, the 23-year-old should join ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Hawaii men’s volleyball sweeps Penn State in warm up for huge USC test
GEORGE F. LEE / GLEE @STARADVERTISER.COM Hawaii’s Kainoa Wade, left, and Justin Todd put up a block against Penn State’s Matthew Luoma. 1 /4 GEORGE F. LEE / GLEE @STARADVERTISER.COM Hawaii’s Kainoa ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Germany OKs huge boost in defense spending as Europe gears up for new era
Germany’s parliament approved plans for a massive spending surge on Tuesday, throwing off decades of fiscal conservatism in hopes of reviving economic growth and scaling up military spending for a ...NBC News - 2d -
Purdue Pharma submits opioid lawsuit settlement plan, including up to $7 billion cash from Sacklers
Members of the Sackler family who own the OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma would hand over the company and up to $7 billion in cash in the latest plan to settle thousands of lawsuits over the toll of ...ABC News - 1d -
I don’t wear makeup but my wedding is coming up – can I go bare-faced?
It’s radical to choose to cry, laugh and hug without regard for running mascara, writes advice columnist Jessica DeFino. Hi Ugly, . I haven’t worn makeup in years but my wedding is coming up in ...The Guardian - 1d -
How would I survive the apocalypse? By stocking up on the key item most preppers forget | Emma Brockes
With France about to advise its citizens on how to survive an ‘imminent threat’, it’s time to wise up to what the real essentials are. It’s a fairly strong indication that your US presidency is not ...The Guardian - 1d -
Champions League giants draw up transfer plans that could be bad news for Arsenal & Liverpool
Real Madrid are reportedly making their transfer plans for the summer, and it could end up being bad news for Arsenal and Liverpool.Among Real’s top targets are Liverpool right-back Trent ...Yahoo Sports - 7h -
Red Roses World Cup build-up starts now as John Mitchell springs selection surprises
John Mitchell has sprung a number of selection surprises for England’s Women’s Six Nations opener against Italy on Sunday as he ramps up preparations for this year’s Rugby World Cup.Yahoo Sports - 4h -
On Good Footing After a Polo Tournament
A few months after Dr. Orion Mercaitis leased a polo pony from Olivia Stringer in Aiken, S.C., their relationship took off at a gallop.The New York Times - 6d -
Salah seals comeback win for Liverpool against Southampton to stretch lead
The view from the top looks beautiful for Liverpool, 16 points clear after another comeback against Southampton. From Arne Slot’s elevated position up in the Anfield directors’ box, however, he ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
India beat New Zealand by four wickets to win Champions Trophy – live reaction
India chase down 252 to win after Black Caps make 251-7 Sign up for our newsletter, The Spin | And email Taha 5th over: New Zealand 37-0 (Young 10, Ravindra 25) A stunner from Ravindra: he ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
England 47-24 Italy: Six Nations 2025 – live reaction
Rugby union updates from Twickenham (3pm GMT) Get in touch! Email Daniel with your thoughts They’ve gone 60 metres in a flash! After Varney was isolated and spilled in contact, England were ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Militants say 182 people taken hostage as train hijacked in Pakistan
Baloch Liberation Army claims to have killed 20 soldiers after blowing up tracks in south-western Balochistan region. A separatist militant group in Pakistan’s south-western Balochistan province ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
A moment that changed me: Crohn’s left me in constant pain. An operation restored my appetite for life
Eating with my family was a source of joy and pleasure until illness ravaged my digestive system. After my stoma was fitted, everything tasted amazing again. Growing up, I always loved food. On ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Bayern coach Kompany says Kane 'better with age'
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane earned praise from coach Vincent Kompany on Tuesday after scoring one goal and setting up another in a 2-0 victory at Bayer Leverkusen that saw them book their ...ESPN - Mar. 12 -
Inside Trump's meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte
President Trump is meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte Thursday after calling on Europe to step up its defense resources and become more self-reliant. CBS News senior national security ...CBS News - Mar. 13 -
Iowa coach Fran McCaffery ejected during Big Ten Tournament game against No. 24 Illinois
Iowa coach Fran McCaffery was ejected after drawing two technical fouls midway through the second half of a Big Ten Tournament second-round game against No. 24 Illinois on Thursday night. As the ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Purdue/USC winner to play Illinois
© Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images Purdue and USC will wrap up the Big Ten Tournament day two in the fourth and final game on Thursday night.The teams now know who they'll be playing against on ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Game Wrap | Purdue 76 , USC 71 | Purdue wins late, Heide flies in
Purdue had to crawl, bite, and scratch its way back in the second half after falling behind USC early in the second half. With just under four minutes left in the game, Braden Smith finally pushed ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Experience: I moved in with my partner the day we met – now we’re married
Four days after she arrived I thought: this is it. I bought an engagement ring. The first time I saw Rachel was on Bumble. We matched, but then both ended up taking a break from dating apps. So ...The Guardian - 6d -
Thomas Tuchel comments on “fully available” Chelsea player will still scare fans a little
Thomas Tuchel has just announced his first England squad, and we’re not sure whether to be happy or sad.Reece James has got his first call-up since March 2023 after a couple of injury devastated ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Sauk Valley Athlete of the Week: Newman's Briar Ivey
Mar. 14—Name: Briar Ivey School: Newman Central Catholic Sport: Wrestling Year: Senior Why he was selected: He was the state runner-up at 157 pounds in Class 1A after winning the Oregon Sectional ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Man City edge Chelsea with UWCL quarter-final first-leg win
Manchester City got one leg up on domestic rival Chelsea after their 2-0 win in the first leg of their Women's Champions League quarter-final tie. Scorers: Miedema 61', 89'Neither City nor Chelsea ...Yahoo Sports - 18h -
Neurologic Complications of Flu in Kids May Be Up This Year
This is a MedPage Today story. Public health officials are looking into reports of a small potential uptick in neurologic complications of influenza in children -- particularly a rapidly ...ABC News - Feb. 25 -
VistaPrint Coupon: Get Up to $50 Off
From personalized gifts to business essentials, WIRED can help you save with our selection of VistaPrint promo codes.Wired - Mar. 7 -
Private Prisons Are Ramping Up Detention of Immigrants and Cashing In
The Trump administration is expected to use thousands more beds in these facilities as part of its mass deportation effort.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
Advocates gear up for fight to preserve Education Department
President Trump's battle to end the Department of Education is about to turn into a war as advocates prepare to defend the federal agency through litigation and civic action while he readies an ...The Hill - Mar. 8 -
Vance ramps up his clout in Trump world
Vice President Vance’s clout is on the rise, taking on the role of pot stirrer at the White House and on the world stage. His attack dog role was on full display during an Oval Office meeting with ...The Hill - Mar. 8 -
The right-to-repair movement is growing as wins stack up
But six states have passed right-to-repair laws, protecting consumers’ abilities to repair or modify their products.NBC News - Mar. 9 -
Ja'Marr Chase's asking price keeps going up
The Bengals have yet to write any literal new checks to receiver Ja'Marr Chase.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 9 -
Healthcare salaries fail to keep up with workers’ commitment
Purpose and prospects rank ahead of pay, though higher wages would improve satisfactionFinancial Times - Mar. 10 -
Government vows to clean up England's largest lake
Environment Secretary Steve Reed pledges "only rainwater" will enter Windermere as part of its plan.BBC News - Mar. 10 -
Stephen Moore: Tariffs 'are not a pick-me-up' for economy
President Trump’s former economic adviser, Stephen Moore, criticized the president’s approach to tariffs, saying the strategy does not provide the boost the already “wobbly” U.S. economy needs. “I ...The Hill - Mar. 10 -
