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Legal Experts Question Trump’s Authority to Cancel Columbia’s Funding
The government has demanded drastic changes to the university before it will consider reinstating $400 million. Lee C. Bollinger, the school’s former president, calls it an “existential threat.”The New York Times - 2d -
Schumer postpones book tour, citing "security concerns" after funding vote
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's postponements come amid expected protests in response to his vote to advance a Republican measure to avert a shutdown.CBS News - 2d -
Schumer postpones book tour after backlash for supporting GOP funding bill
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has postponed his book tour over security concerns. The decision comes just days after he faced opposition from his party for supporting the Republican spending ...CBS News - 2d -
Schumer defends funding vote: 'I'm the best leader for the Senate'
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Tuesday defended his vote on the yearlong spending bill last week and his spot atop the Senate Democratic caucus, maintaining that he has no plans ...The Hill - 1d -
Radio Free Europe sues after Trump administration halts funding
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty sued Kari Lake and the Trump administration Tuesday over efforts to defund the organization. Last week, President Trump signed an executive order aimed at ...The Hill - 1d -
Elon Musk’s xAI and Nvidia join BlackRock and Microsoft’s $30bn AI fund
Tech groups and financial institutions join forces in plans to build data centres and energy projects to underpin AI boomFinancial Times - 13h -
EU to exclude US, UK and Turkey from €150bn rearmament fund
Victory for France-backed ‘Buy European’ approach to defence spendingFinancial Times - 13h -
U.S. Threatens to Cut Off M.T.A. Funds Over Subway Safety
Sean Duffy, the U.S. transportation secretary, demanded a long list of details about crime in the subway and on buses in New York.The New York Times - 10h -
Democrat calls for Schumer’s removal over support of Republican funding bill
Maryland’s Glenn Ivey is first Democratic lawmaker to publicly demand that the Senate minority leader step down. A Democratic congressman has become the first to publicly call for Chuck Schumer ...The Guardian - 10h -
UK Treasury omits defence from National Wealth Fund priority sectors
Decision comes even as government joins other European countries in seeking to raise military spendingFinancial Times - 11h -
These funds offer exposure to SpaceX after successful return of NASA astronauts
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have finally returned to Earth aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule.MarketWatch - 10h -
Should 401(k) investors follow the advice of top fund managers?
It’s not a simple “buy” signal.MarketWatch - 9h -
Trump funding cuts will ‘kneecap’ US innovation, universities warn
Academic institutions have been forced to freeze new hires and limit PhD placesFinancial Times - 8h -
How to Spend Less Time on Social Media (or Leave It Altogether)
If you’re feeling overwhelmed but don’t quite have the willpower to curb your online habit, your phone can help you manage your time online.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Neither history nor language are neutral in this time-travel mystery
Kirsten Menger-Anderson's time-travel mystery, 'The Expert of Subtle Revisions,' explores the way history is affected by how it is told and who does the telling.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Judge formally sentences Adnan Syed to time served in 'Serial' podcast case
A Maryland judge formally sentenced Adnan Syed on Friday to the time he’s already served in prison, appearing to finally close the “Serial” podcast case.NBC News - 5d -
Oklahoma Sooners make NCAA Tournament for first time under Porter Moser
The Oklahoma Sooners men's basketball team has made the NCAA Tournament for the first time under fourth-year head coach Porter Moser.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Fashion-retailer Forever 21 files for bankruptcy for a second time
Forever 21's U.S. retail operator plans liquidation sales after filing Chapter 11 for the second time in six years.CBS News - 2d -
In a swipe at Southwest, Frontier is offering free checked bags for a limited time
Let down by the end of Southwest's free checked luggage move? Frontier is hoping to entice you onto their planes with a new limited-time deal.The Hill - 1d -
'Spending Time': Office productivity moves into area restaurants during March Madness
It's time to be honest. With March Madness kicking off this week, office productivity might take a dip. Where will you take your late lunch Thursday?Yahoo Sports - 16h -
Bracketology: Alabama contending for the fourth No. 1 after beating overall top seed Auburn
The Tigers remain the No. 1 overall seed in Jerry Palm's bracket despite the lossCBS Sports - Mar. 9 -
Sony and Nintendo play the long game over Trump tariffs
Despite the recent sell-off, the broader outlook for gaming remains strongFinancial Times - Mar. 12 -
BofA says this tech stock can work even in a recession. We just bought more shares
Salesforce should be able to continue to grow despite the impact of tariffs and a possible recession.CNBC - Mar. 12 -
F1 weather forecast: Rain expected for Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne
Despite scorching conditions for qualifying, wet weather is expected for the race at Albert ParkYahoo Sports - 3d -
How to spot a low performer
It’s a lot harder than it should be despite decades of corporate effortFinancial Times - 3d -
How Memphis helped North Carolina (controversially) slip into the 2025 NCAA Tournament over WVU, Indiana
The Tar Heels will play in the First Four, despite their poor Quad 1 recordCBS Sports - 2d -
How Dan Bongino Would Run the F.B.I., According to Dan Bongino
The newly appointed deputy director of the F.B.I. has a long history of criticizing the bureau and its leadership. He has promised “dramatic change.”The New York Times - Mar. 6 -
Price growth cooled more than expected in February, before Trump ramped up tariffs
The president took office promising to immediately lower inflation, but economists say his expanding trade war threatens progress on price hikes.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Farms, Food Banks Cut Off Guard By Spending Cuts
Promising a return to “fiscally responsible initiatives,” the Agriculture Department ended two Biden-era programs that paid farmers to provide food to schools and low-income families.The New York Times - 6d -
Norris leads McLaren 1-2 in Melbourne qualifying
Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri delivered on McLaren's preseason promise by locking out the front row of the grid for Sunday's season-opening Australian Grand Prix.ESPN - 4d -
Bundesliga breakout star emerges as Luka Modric’s long-term successor at Real Madrid
Real Madrid have reportedly set their sights on one of the most promising midfielders in German football, Angelo Stiller. According to Fichajes, the Spanish giants are closely monitoring the ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Sterling’s Arsenal Struggles: A Lost Cause or Poor Management?
Raheem Sterling: A Story of Unfulfilled Potential at ArsenalFading Impact at ArsenalRaheem Sterling’s season at Arsenal has been a microcosm of frustration, an unfulfilled promise in a squad that ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Trump Says He’ll Release JFK Assassination Files on Tuesday
Mr. Trump did not provide additional details on what the trove of files would include, but he has long promised to release them unredacted.The New York Times - 2d -
AI scammers on Amazon duped investors out of millions with 'passive income' scheme, FTC alleges
The company promised better returns than the stock market, with a co-founder appearing in TikTok videos with wads of cash alongside an image of Warren Buffett.CNBC - 1d -
DOJ's National Security Division pulls all-nighter to prep release of JFK files
The DOJ has been in a scramble trying to meet President Trump's promise Monday to release declassified information from the JFK assassination investigation today.ABC News - 1d -
West Virginia coach Rich Rodriguez bans players from dancing on TikTok: 'We try to have a hard edge'
Rodriguez doesn't have issue with players using the app -- just dancingCBS Sports - Mar. 11 -
Why should I tip servers who earn $20 an hour?
“It seems the whole point of tipping was to make up for low wages, and that is no longer an issue.”MarketWatch - Mar. 12 -
UEFA responds to referee decision on Julian Alvarez's double-touch penalty, provides additional video
The European confederation issued a statement the day after the round of 16CBS Sports - 6d -
Tornado outbreak live updates: 40 dead in cross-country storm system
A new tornado watch was issued Sunday for parts of West Virginia, Ohio and Pennsylvania.ABC News - 3d -
Who can help me with my Social Security problem now that staff and services are being cut?
Readers have a range of issues — and a lot of trouble getting answers.MarketWatch - 2d