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Treasury Secretary Bessent says a 'detox' period for the economy does not have to be a recession
The Trump administration is aiming for a "smooth transition" as it looks for ways to cut government spending.CNBC - 1d -
Russia Says It Has Retaken Key Kursk Town From Ukraine
Ukrainian officials have not confirmed a retreat from the town in Russia’s Kursk region, parts of which were captured by Kyiv’s forces last summer.The New York Times - 2d -
Putin says he's open to ceasefire, but wants to eliminate 'causes of this crisis'
Russian President Vladimir Putin said he is open to a 30-day ceasefire, as proposed by the U.S., but suggested vague terms for his support, including wanting to eliminate the root “causes of this ...The Hill - 1d -
Arizona Democrats say they'll vote against GOP bill to avert shutdown
A pair of Senate Democrats from a key battleground state on Thursday said that they would vote against the GOP’s six-month spending bill, raising questions about the possibility of a government ...The Hill - 1d -
Rays say they 'cannot move forward' with new stadium: 'Our commitment ... is unwavering'
Owner Stu Sternberg blamed events 'no one could have anticipated'CBS Sports - 1d -
Putin says any Ukraine ceasefire should ‘lead to long-term peace’
Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed in principle with U.S. ceasefire proposals, but said there were details that needed to be worked out, perhaps in a phone call with president Trump.NBC News - 1d -
Duke coach says Cooper Flagg playing in ACC tourney is 'not worth it'
Flagg's sprained ankle looms large for the Blue Devils with March Madness right around the corner. But Jon Scheyer appears to be taking the right approach.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Steelers announce DK Metcalf trade, say he'll wear No. 4
Wide receiver DK Metcalf is officially a member of the Steelers.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Dollar General says some customers can no longer afford staples
Dollar General's core customer base of low-income Americans are still getting hit by inflation, with retailer seeing little improvement ahead.CBS News - 1d -
Diana Taurasi says goodbye to one of the greatest careers in women's basketball history
Diana Taurasi wanted to take her time before deciding whether to retireABC News - 1d -
Former MTV host Matt Pinfield says he's recovering from stroke
The former VJ told the Hollywood Reporter that he "intends to come back swinging" after two months in a coma.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Adam Schefter says Cooper Kupp would like to join Broncos
"I think if Cooper Kupp had his way, I think he would like to be in Denver," Adam Schefter said on Altitude Sports 92.5 FM.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Football's 3pm TV blackout is irritating, says Prince William
Fotball Association patron Prince William criticises the rules which stop football matches being televised on Saturday afternoons.BBC News - 1d -
Breanna Stewart has arthroscopic surgery on right meniscus, AP source says
Breanna Stewart had arthroscopic surgery on her right meniscus, a person familiar with the procedure told The Associated Press on Thursday. Stewart will be back for New York Liberty training camp, ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
OLB Pat Jones II says signing with Panthers is a 'full-circle moment'
New Panthers OLB Pat Jones II is now home.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Diana Taurasi and the challenge of saying goodbye and discovering what’s next
PHOENIX — As Diana Taurasi recently boarded a flight to New York, her 7-year-old son, Leo, had a question. “Is retirement sad?” he said. In late February, Taurasi, a 20-year veteran of the Phoenix ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Has Tesla stock hit bottom? Here’s what the options market is saying.
Signs are appearing that investors could begin to build a long position in Tesla.MarketWatch - 1d -
Irish prime minister says "tariffs are damaging" amid Trump trade standoff
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin described the U.S. and Ireland's economic relationship as a "two-way street."CBS News - 1d -
Connecticut man says he was held captive by stepmother for 20 years
A 32-year-old man told police he intentionally set fire to a home in Waterbury, Connecticut, in order to escape the house, where he alleged that he was held captive for about 20 years. His ...CBS News - 1d -
Schumer says he will vote yes on GOP funding bill
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called it a “Hobson’s choice” and that the Republican bill is a “terrible option” but indicated he would vote yes on the funding bill to prevent a government ...NBC News - 1d -
Putin backs idea of Ukraine ceasefire, but says terms must be discussed
Russia's Vladimir Putin said he agrees in principle with a U.S. proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, but that the terms need to be worked out.CBS News - 1d -
Social media platforms must be ‘brought to heel’, says UK schools leader
Headteachers’ conference to be told that rise in bullying, abuse and malicious use of deepfakes is being reported. Social media operators must be “brought to heel” for the misery and disruption ...The Guardian - 1d -
‘Yes, Chef,’ You Say? Restaurant Workers Have Feelings About That.
The phrase, which traces to 19th-century France, has become popular in casual conversation thanks to “The Bear,” and offers a lens into shifting hierarchies in kitchens.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump tariffs are proving ‘big headache’ for tech giants, says Foxconn
World’s biggest contract electronics manufacturer highlights disruption caused by trade policy to groups including Apple and AmazonFinancial Times - 1d -
Schumer Says He’ll Vote for GOP Spending Bill to Avert Government Shutdown
Many Democrats had agitated for the party to hang together and block the measure in defiance of President Trump, but the leader said doing so would prompt a shutdown that would only empower Mr. Trump.The New York Times - 1d -
California judge facing re-trial for wife's murder says death was accidental
After the case of an Orange County judge charged with murder for fatally shooting his wife ended in a mistrial Monday, Jeffrey Ferguson, the man in the center of the legal battle spoke exclusively ...NBC News - 1d -
Sam Darnold says he'll learn from his late-season struggles
In 2024, Sam Darnold and the Vikings beat all but two of the teams on their schedule.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Hamas says it will release American hostage, agrees to restart Gaza ceasefire talks
Hamas on Friday said it agreed to release American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander and the bodies of four other Americans, following a proposal from mediators to resume negotiations with Israel over ...The Hill - 1d -
Putin backs a Ukraine ceasefire in principle, but says details need to be discussed
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia supports a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine that was proposed by the U.S., but has conditions it wants to discuss. CBS News' Holly Williams has the latest.CBS News - 1d -
Social Security says it will no longer accept bank changes over the phone
Those who need to change their direct deposit information with Social Security will have to do it online or in-person.The Hill - 1d -
Trump says he's asked Putin to spare Ukrainian troops' lives
President Trump said he strongly requested that Russian President Vladimir Putin spare the lives of Ukrainian soldiers surrounded by Russian troops, in a statement posted to his social media site. ...The Hill - 1d -
Sununu says he'd win NH Senate race if he runs
Former New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu (R) expressed confidence that he would win retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s (D-N.H.) seat if he decided to run in the 2026 race. “My biggest fear is that I ...The Hill - 1d -
Mahmoud Khalil ‘felt as though he was being kidnapped’, lawyers say
Lawyers demand in updated lawsuit that Columbia University graduate be released from custody. Mahmoud Khalil felt as though he was being kidnapped when he was handcuffed and shackled and rushed ...The Guardian - 1d -
Witness says missing Pitt student rescued from powerful wave — then vanished
A man who might've been the last person to see Sudiksha Konanki, a University of Pittsburgh student who went missing last week while on spring break in the Dominican Republic, said he rescued her ...NBC News - 1d -
Hamas says it will release U.S.-Israeli hostage and 4 bodies, but Israel is wary
Hamas said it accepted a proposal from mediators to release one living American-Israeli hostage and the bodies of four dual-nationals, but Israel cast doubt on the offer.CBS News - 1d -
Avengers Director Says Future Of Entertainment Lies In The Blending Of Gaming And Linear Storytelling
The last decade alone has seen a major shift in how entertainment is produced and consumed, and while the future isn't set in stone, Avengers: Endgame and The Electric State directors Joe and ...GameSpot - 1d -
Iran using drones and apps to enforce women's dress code, UN says
Iranian officials are encouraging people to report women who refuse to obey the Islamic republic's dress code, according to a UN report.BBC News - 1d -
Myles Garrett says he's happy to be back with Browns, that it's about winning and not money
Myles Garrett wants to see the Browns move towards being a contender.Yahoo Sports - 22h -
Germany is back, says Merz after historic spending deal
Germany's conservative leader clinches an major financial agreement ahead of a crunch vote in parliament.BBC News - 22h -
Elon Musk visits NSA after saying agency needs ‘overhaul’
Tech billionaire and senior President Trump adviser Elon Musk visited the National Security Agency (NSA) this week after calling for an "overhaul" of the agency earlier this month. Musk, who is ...The Hill - 22h