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Hegseth indicates US backing for Taiwan – but it is transactional Trump who has the final word
Defence secretary’s trip to Asia shows the Trump administration is engaged with the region, but analysts warn Taipei to tread carefully . On Tuesday China’s military launched joint drills around ...The Guardian - 1d -
Israel announces plan to seize ‘large areas’ in Gaza – latest updates
Defence minister Israel Katz says large areas of the territory will be seized and added to the security zones of Israel. Airstrikes continued on Gaza on Wednesday morning after the Israeli defense ...The Guardian - 1d -
What to do with Garnacho?
Watching Anthony Elanga blitz through Manchester United's defence to score the decisive goal for Nottingham Forest on Tuesday was tough for the visitors' fans. The forward rarely showed such ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Republicans grill PBS, NPR chiefs as Democrats mock proceedings
The two public media entities have become frequent targets in the GOP's efforts to reduce government spending.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 26 -
Inflation Remained Sticky Ahead of Trump’s Escalating Trade War, PCE Data Shows
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure showed underlying price pressures persisting in February, as inflation-adjusted spending stayed muted.The New York Times - 6d -
Weak oil price adds to strain on Saudi mega-projects
Kingdom prepares to unwind production cuts but puts at risk its ambitious spending planFinancial Times - 3d -
The people vs Musk: billionaire transforms Wisconsin court contest
State election has become most expensive judicial race in US history as Tesla boss spends unprecedented amountFinancial Times - 3d -
Former Alabama basketball starter, March Madness standout to reenter NCAA transfer portal
The former Alabama basketball guard starter over 30+ games with the Crimson Tide prior to spending a season in the Big 12.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Levy on Spurs transfers: We won't overspend
Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy has defended the team's transfer spending and described the 2024-25 season as "highly challenging."ESPN - 2d -
Panthers to host Cleveland Browns in joint practice before season kicks off
The Cleveland Browns will spend some time in the Queen City before next season kicks off.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
'I'm my hardest critic': Soccer star from Hanson scaling new heights for club and country
The Thayer Academy product is busy juggling her pro career with the Utah Royals and an increasing role on the USWNT.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
People smugglers exploited fragmented policing on small boats, PM says
UK-hosted talks, seen as the first of their kind, aim to increase international co-operation.BBC News - 3d -
Aston Martin shares pop as Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll invests more cash
Stroll's stake in the company is poised to increase to roughly 33% from about 27.7% as part of the transaction.CNBC - 3d -
AMC bets on premium screens as Hollywood slate boasts big blockbuster titles
Hollywood’s blockbuster slate is heating up, and AMC Entertainment is increasing the number of its premium screens to meet demand.NBC News - 3d -
Netanyahu gives testimony to Israel police over ‘Qatar Gate’ trial
Prime minister’s mounting legal troubles bring him into increasing conflict with legal and investigatory bodiesFinancial Times - 3d -
How much has the minimum wage gone up?
Three and a half million low-paid workers saw their wages increase on 1 April.BBC News - 2d -
NFL changes kickoff rule to spot ball at 35-yard line after touchbacks
The league is hoping to increase the number of kickoff returns by encouraging teams not to kick the ball into the end zone.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
NFL owners approve slight change to kickoffs in 2025
Touchbacks will now come out to the 35-yard line instead of the 30 in an attempt to increase the number of returns.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
US utility plans to raise bills despite Trump’s vow to slash energy costs
Dominion proposes 14% price increase for consumers in 2026 amid growing electricity demand from AI data centresFinancial Times - 2d -
Jardine Matheson, giant of Hong Kong commerce, charts new course as investor
Outsiders now run many listed subsidiaries as storied group increases focus on shareholder returnsFinancial Times - 1d -
Minimum wage rises do not seem to boost UK productivity
Big increases in statutory wage floor has raised workplace intensity, shutting some jobseekers out of employmentFinancial Times - 1d -
Monthly mortgage payments soar to record high
Monthly housing payments soar with a 5.3% increase due to home prices and mortgage rates going up.The Hill - 1d -
Turkish students call on consumers to ‘buy nothing’ following crackdown
Boycott campaign aims to increase pressure on President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan after arrest of opposition leaderFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump's tariffs are expected to raise consumer prices, but a key question remains: By how much?
As the U.S. president weighs increasing tariffs on imports, economists find that prices across many categories could rise as a result.CNBC - 1d -
Alcohol makes male fruit flies more attractive
Alcohol increases the release of chemical sex signals and makes males more attractive to females.BBC News - 1d -
'Absolutely nothing good' coming out of Trump's tariff announcement: Analysts react to latest U.S. levies
Analysts generally had a pessimistic take on the announcement, with some even predicting an increased risk of a recession for the U.S.CNBC - 12h -
Vance confident TikTok will be sold in US as deadline looms
Despite the increasing number of potential buyers, neither the app nor its Chinese owner have confirmed they will do a deal.BBC News - 6h -
Jackets' Souare headed to transfer portal following RS-freshman season
Big man makes decision to look for new program after seeing minutes and production increase as 2024-25 season progressedYahoo Sports - 5h -
Oil slides as Opec+ lifts output and tariffs spark global growth fears
Unexpected increase in supply comes as concern over world economy hits several commoditiesFinancial Times - 2h -
WATCH: World's oldest llama comforts sick children
Whitetop, 27, spends his days patiently playing with children with chronic and serious medical conditions at the Victory Junction camp in North Carolina.ABC News - 3d -
Pope's work during convalescence includes clearing path for saints from Venezuela, Papua New Guinea
The Vatican says Pope Francis spends part of his days at his desk working and concelebrates Mass daily in his private chapelABC News - 2d -
Susan Crawford Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Election, Despite Elon Musk’s Millions
Susan Crawford defeated Brad Schimel for a State Supreme Court seat in a race that shattered spending records and maintained a liberal majority on the court.The New York Times - 1d -
Norway urged to scrap ban on $1.8 trillion wealth fund investing in weapons makers
The debate over how Norway's wealth fund should respond to the security landscape comes at a time of higher defense spending and soaring industry profits.CNBC - 1d -
Trump has gone too far — and Americans are noticing
Trump's actions on immigration, executive orders, spending, tariffs and the Department of Government Efficiency have alienated many Americans, who are concerned about his disregard for democratic ...The Hill - 1d -
Jamion Christian returns from overseas to replace Phil Martelli Jr. as Bryant’s basketball coach
Jamion Christian will move to the Rhode Island school after spending the last two seasons as coach of Pallacanestro Trieste of the Italian Professional Basketball League.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
Why a stock market selloff may trigger a US recession
The American economy is increasingly reliant on the spending of high-income households, which could pose a risk to the economy if the stock market experiences a correction.The Hill - 41m -
US embassy in Syria tells Americans to leave, warns of 'potential imminent attacks'
The American embassy in Syria has warned all U.S. citizens to leave the country due to "the increased possibility of attacks" during the Eid al-Fitr holiday.ABC News - 5d -
Here's what Andy Reid believes could help an aging Travis Kelce be productive in 2025
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid believes tight end Travis Kelce's production could increase if his teammates are healthier in 2025.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Homeownership is 'an investment,' Maryland governor says. High prices mean fewer young adults can benefit
Since 1980, median home prices have increased much faster than median household incomes, research finds. For some, that is putting homeownership out of reach.CNBC - 3d -
Traveling to the U.S. Under Trump: Visas, Border Control and What to Know
With increasing news reports of travelers being denied entry, understanding what might prompt extra scrutiny is key. Here’s what to know.The New York Times - 2d
