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Senators Investigate Private Equity Role in Soaring Fire-Truck Costs
Fire departments say prices for new engines have soared and orders are backlogged for years. Two senators are investigating whether investors who have disrupted the industry are the reason.The New York Times - 1d -
DOJ fires longtime spokesman who worked on Trump investigations
Robert Mueller and Jack Smith investigated Trump for the DOJ on questions of obstruction of justice, election interference and retention of classified records.CNBC - 4d -
24,000 pounds of eggs destroyed after semi-truck catches fire in Mokena, Illinois
The fire happened around 8:30 p.m. near La Grange Road.CBS News - 3d -
KKR names ex-US general Petraeus chair of Mideast business
CIA veteran to help spearhead private equity group’s expansion in oil-rich regionFinancial Times - 2d -
Warren Urges S.E.C. to Investigate Trading Around Trump’s Tariff Pause
The president told his social media followers it was a “GREAT TIME TO BUY” hours before announcing a reversal on tariffs that sent markets soaring.The New York Times - 5d -
Possible motives surface after fire at Pennsylvania governor's residence: Sources
An overnight fire at the governor's residence in Pennsylvania is being investigated as arson, the Pennsylvania State Police said Sunday.ABC News - 2d -
Attackers Target Prisons in France, Burning Vehicles and Firing Shots
The office of France’s counterterrorism prosecutor said it would begin an investigation into the violence. The justice minister blamed drug traffickers.The New York Times - 1d -
‘We were all in it together’: Jacob Elordi on his wartime epic The Narrow Road to the Deep North
The Saltburn and Priscilla star talks about his first Australian lead role and the physical costs of playing a PoW on the Burma-Thailand railway . Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email ...The Guardian - 1d -
Suspect Charged in Arson at Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence
A man was charged with setting fire to the residence, forcing Gov. Josh Shapiro and his family to flee. Investigators said they found beer bottles with gasoline inside the house.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump official who oversaw dismantling of USAID leaves US state department
Under Pete Marocco’s lead, nearly all USAID staff was fired, with funding slashed and contractors dismissed. Pete Marocco, the Trump administration official who played a major role in dismantling ...The Guardian - 2d -
Ospreys count cost of European elimination
Ospreys are left to count the cost of the end of their European adventure after an agonising Challenge Cup defeat 20-18 defeat against Lyon.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Counter-terrorism police lead investigation into prison officer attack by Manchester bomber
Counter-terror police say they are keeping an "open mind" as they investigate the attack at HMP Frankland.BBC News - 3d -
Texas GOP braces for explosive Senate primary
Texas Republicans are bracing for an explosive Senate primary next year in the latest chapter of an ongoing civil war that has divided the state party. Members of the GOP raced quickly to endorse ...The Hill - 3d -
The battle for the Senate takes shape, with both parties waiting on governors to boost their chances
The fight for the Senate in 2026 is beginning to take shape, with more candidates launching campaigns in recent days and additional announcements expected in the coming weeks.NBC News - 3d -
The 2026 Senate map starts to come into focus: From the Politics Desk
The next battle for the Senate majority has come into clearer focus in recent weeks, with candidates in both parties making their intentions known in high-profile races across the map.NBC News - 1d -
7-woods take a starring role at the 2025 Masters
More and more elite golfers are relying on a modern piece of golf equipment to handle the challenges of Augusta National.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Szczesny: Will accept No. 2 role if Flick wishes
Barcelona goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny said on Monday he will accept being dropped for Marc-André ter Stegen if that is what coach Hansi Flick decides.ESPN - 23h -
Firing the Watchdogs | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Hampton Dellinger, former head of a federal watchdog agency, was among the first to be fired by President Trump. So were 18 inspectors general and the chief of the board that protects federal ...CBS News - 4d -
How Tariffs Could Cause Car Insurance Costs to Rise
New tariffs are expected to push up prices of vehicles and car parts, and that could raise premiums as much as 16 percent. Here are some tips on how to try to keep costs down.The New York Times - 5d -
US star McKennie, Tonali, Fagioli among 13 players being investigated for illegal gambling
Italian media reports say United States midfielder Weston McKennie is among 13 soccer players being investigated for illegal online bettingABC News - 4d -
What soaring uncertainty means for the U.S. economy
As experts and business leaders say the lack of clarity around the tariffs is every bit as challenging as the levies themselves, data shows economic uncertainty is the highest it has been in years.NBC News - 1d -
6 Dead After Private Plane Crashes in Hudson Valley
Two surgeons, two of their children and the children’s partners died in the crash in the town of Copake, close to Hudson, N.Y.The New York Times - 2d -
New audio from deadly helicopter crash investigation
New audio from the immediate aftermath from the New York City helicopter crash that killed five Spanish tourists on Thursday. It comes as a member of the victims' family speak out for the first ...NBC News - 3d -
The mounting cost of the final send-off
Undertakers can be adept at upselling — but funerals needn’t be flashy affairsFinancial Times - 4d -
Trump's ongoing 25% auto tariffs expected to cut sales by millions, cost $100 billion
Expectations include millions of less vehicle sales, higher new and used vehicle prices and increased costs of more than $100 billion for the industry.CNBC - 4d -
Ipswich's first XI vs. Chelsea cost less than Cole Palmer, but they almost won
Chelsea have spent billions in the transfer market, but they almost lost to an Ipswich Town side whose entire squad cost less than Enzo Fernandez.ESPN - 3d -
Stutzle's power-play goal in OT gives Senators 4-3 win over Flyers
Tim Stutzle capped a two-goal effort with the power-play winner 1:40 into overtime to lead the Ottawa Senators to a 4-3 comeback win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Sunday. With a playoff spot ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Stutzle Scores Twice Including Overtime Winner as Senators Defeat Flyers 4-3
Tim Stutzle scored twice, including the overtime winner, as the Ottawa Senators defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 on Sunday afternoon at Canadian Tire Centre. Thomas Chabot chipped in with a ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Blackstone joins Vanguard to expand into individuals’ portfolios
Big asset managers seek to bolster private offeringsFinancial Times - 1d -
10 million at risk of fire weather across the Plains, West and South
Around 10 million people remain under fire alerts in an area stretching from South Dakota down to Texas and Arizona on Sunday afternoon.NBC News - 3d -
3/9/2025: Firing the Watchdogs; The Settlement; A Method to this Madness
First, a report on the significance of President Trump firing independent government watchdogs. Then, a look inside the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy case. And, Dan Hurley: The 60 Minutes Interview.CBS News - 2d -
England’s busiest A&E department grapples with soaring demand for elderly care
A Leicester hospital is trialing a fresh approach to caring for older patients as demographic shifts loomFinancial Times - 3d -
Meet the Blue Origin crew Gayle King is soaring to space with
Here's a look at the women expected to join Blue Origin's upcoming mission, which has a target launch date of Monday, April 14, and what they have to say about the epic journey.CBS News - 3d -
Harvard has $2.2 billion in grants frozen by Trump administration after rejecting demands
The Trump administration has zeroed in on colleges in a crackdown on diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the United States.CNBC - 1d -
'Everybody in the organization was miserable': Inside the Nuggets' shocking dual firings
With less than a week left in the regular season, Denver fired its head coach and GM, ending a yearslong cold war, and risking the NBA's most precious commodity: the prime of three-time NBA MVP ...ESPN - 5d -
Shapiro says 'arsonist set fire' to Pennsylvania governor's house
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) said an “arsonist set fire” to the governor’s residence early Sunday morning, prompting his family to evacuate. The governor and his family were present in a ...The Hill - 3d -
The significance of Trump firing independent government watchdogs | 60 Minutes
President Trump has fired heads of offices and agencies tasked, since Watergate, with protecting federal workers and whistleblowers. Scott Pelley reports on what's happening to independent watchdogs.CBS News - 2d -
Vance responds to fire at Shapiro's residence: 'Really disgusting violence'
Vice President JD Vance on Sunday responded to a fire at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s (D) residence, calling it “really disgusting violence.” “Thanks be to God that Governor Shapiro and his ...The Hill - 2d -
The return of the firing squad is a defeat for death penalty supporters | Austin Sarat
The method is a vivid reminder of the brutality of state killing. That undermines the pro-capital-punishment narrative. South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi by firing squad on 11 April. Mahdi had ...The Guardian - 1d -
Palm Sunday Attack Leaves Sumy Residents Doubtful of a Ukraine-Russia Cease-Fire
People in the Ukrainian city struck on Palm Sunday have little hope of a cease-fire.The New York Times - 1d
