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Fact-Checking Dr. Oz’s Health Advice on Supplements, Weight Loss and More
We evaluated his claims about probiotics, weight loss, heart health and more.The New York Times - 4d -
Cracks are emerging in the idea of America's economic exceptionalism
The U.S. economy and equity markets may be underperforming this year due to a surge in policy uncertainty, a decline in consumer sentiments, a delay in business investment, and a gradual weakening ...The Hill - Mar. 11 -
Is a $100,000 home equity loan a good idea now?
For some homeowners, a $100,000 home equity loan offers an advantageous way to borrow a large sum now. Here's why.CBS News - 5d -
A pitch-black art gallery — now that’s a bright idea
Empty Gallery, a ‘black-cube’ arts space situated in a Hong Kong high-rise, has a reputation for immersive, experimental experiencesFinancial Times - 8h -
As Children, They Fled the Nazis Alone. Newly Found Papers Tell Their Story.
Just under 10,000 Jewish children fled to Britain from Europe from December 1938 to September 1939. Not much was known about their journeys, until recently.The New York Times - 11h -
The clock is ticking on the TikTok ban — will the US champion freedom or protectionism?
Lucrative as it is for Big Tech, the U.S. must fight the urge of using its enemies’ tactics: Defending democracy is the one thing that banning TikTok will not do.The Hill - Mar. 11 -
Jaguars way too early 53-man roster prediction after first wave of NFL free agency
After the first wave of NFL free agency, here is a way too early projection of the Jaguars' 53-man roster.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Trump on if he's expecting recession this year: 'I hate to predict things like that'
President Trump faced a slew of questions about the economic ripple effects of his tariff policy during an interview with Maria Bartiromo on Fox News, including whether he worried about a looming ...The Hill - Mar. 9 -
Can anyone stop Scottie Scheffler? Who are some sleeper picks? Previewing the Players storylines
From Scheffler's attempt at a three-peat to Colin Morikawa's chances to get back in the winner's circle, we have five big topics to keep an eye on this week.ESPN - 6d -
Most say Trump too erratic in economic moves: Survey
Most Americans think President Trump is too “erratic” in implementing his trade agenda as he slaps tariffs onto the country's top trading partners and they want him to combat high prices, according ...The Hill - 6d -
Ontario premier says he needs 'to sit down as quickly as possible' with Trump on tariffs
Ontario Premier Doug Ford said Monday that he needs "to sit down as quickly as possible" with President Trump regarding tariffs. ‘We're seeing inflation happening already, and it's unnecessary. We ...The Hill - Mar. 10 -
Champ Week takeaways: No. 1 seeds set, South Carolina again the favorite, trouble at Notre Dame
Now that No. 1 seeds and host teams are decided, do we believe in UCLA and Texas? Just how far can Duke and TCU go? And what's wrong at Notre Dame?ESPN - Mar. 10 -
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy accuses Putin of seeking to prolong war amid buildup of forces
Ukrainian president maintains his troops are still fighting in Russia’s Kursk region and warns that Moscow is ‘doing everything’ to prevent a ceasefire. What we know on day 1,117. See all our ...The Guardian - 3d -
Former NASA astronaut: 'We're a good 15 years away from going to Mars'
Former NASA astronaut José Hernández said Monday that travel to Mars is “a good 15 years away.” “As I've always said … space travel is not trivial, and so what we need to do next is, we're going to ...The Hill - 1d -
Tiles that are too good to be left in the bathroom
Taking their cues from mosques and palaces, cathedrals and chapter houses, interior designers are adding a glazed gleam to unexpected walls, doors and exteriorsFinancial Times - Mar. 8 -
Plenty of big names missed the cut at the 2025 Players Championship. See the list here
Many notables won’t sleep so easy thinking about what went wrong at TPC Sawgrass.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Here's How Much Remedy Is Spending On Its Upcoming Games
Finnish game developer Remedy has published its annual report for 2024 , and included in the document is the disclosure of how much money the company is spending on its upcoming games. This is ...GameSpot - 6d -
Rick Pitino explains why he doesn’t view his St. John’s comeback as a ‘redemption’ story
NEW YORK — Rick Pitino doesn’t look at his return to college basketball’s biggest stage as a redemption story. He said as much Saturday after leading St. John’s to its first Big East Tournament ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
How much does cryptocrime pay?
Long ‘pig butchering’, short ransomware was the trade of 2024Financial Times - 5d -
China says it’s willing to cooperate with the U.S. on fentanyl
China is willing to do more to address U.S. concerns about illicit fentanyl trade, an official from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs told reporters Wednesday.CNBC - Mar. 12 -
Democrats’ hatred of Trump makes them their own worst enemies
Hatred of Trump has become their go-to position on just about everything; it’s what energizes them. It’s what dictates what they say and do.The Hill - Mar. 12 -
Why has derby tide turned for Rodgers and Celtic?
After consecutive derby defeats, Brendan Rodgers admits he has " a wee bit of thinking to do" about Celtic's performances against Rangers.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Why has derby tide turned for Rodgers and Celtic?
After consecutive derby defeats, Brendan Rodgers admits he has " a wee bit of thinking to do" about Celtic's performances against Rangers.BBC News - 3d -
James Small knew what was happening when he saw Christopher Bell slow on pit road at Las Vegas
Joe Gibbs Racing had talked for years about what to do if a team car needed to have a wheel tightened after leaving its pit stall.Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Social Security Employees Warn of Damage From DOGE
Current and former employees, both Republican and Democratic, are raising alarms about the damage cost-cutting efforts could do to the agency’s ability to serve the public.The New York Times - 18h -
Prince William Reveals Key Role His Kids Play in His Soccer Superstitions — and How He Secretly Goes on Fan Forums
"I do have a bit of superstition about where I sit when I’m watching," the royal said about his soccer rituals on Friday, March 14Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Sir Jim Ratcliffe: I would leave United if I was abused as much as Glazers
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has said he would leave Manchester United if he was abused as much as the Glazer family.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Davon Godchaux restructures contract: How much money will Saints pay new DT this season?
How much money will the New Orleans Saints pay defensive lineman Davon Godchaux this season after restructuring his contract?Yahoo Sports - 7h -
Oracle won some big cloud contracts. Here’s why its stock is falling.
Oracle Corp. regaled Wall Street on Monday with talk about the future, enormous demand and some very large cloud-services contracts, but its stock continued a downward trend over concerns about ...MarketWatch - Mar. 11 -
Trump's Treasury chief on 200% EU tariff threat: 'Not sure why that's a big deal' for markets
Treasury Secretary Bessent did not answer when CNBC asked if Trump's announcement was "premeditated," or whether the Cabinet secretary knew about it in advance.CNBC - 6d -
Michigan State basketball pinpoints mistakes that cost Big Ten tourney loss to Wisconsin
Michigan State basketball locker room was abuzz as players talked about plays that could have changed the outcome of their semifinal loss to WisconsinYahoo Sports - 3d -
College basketball rankings: Gonzaga heading to its 26th straight NCAA Tournament after winning WCC title
The Zags removed any doubt about playing in the Big Dance by beating Saint Mary's to win the WCC TournamentCBS Sports - Mar. 12 -
Putin gives Trump bare minimum on Ukraine but the war goes on
Trump made a big deal of his conversation with Putin, but there is little to shout about, Sarah Rainsford writes.BBC News - 20h -
EPA Cancels $20 Billion in Climate Grants
Here is what we know about the billions in funds that have led to federal investigations, lawsuits and frozen bank accounts for climate nonprofit groups.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Trump’s right, Putin can take the hard or easy way on Ukraine. He has to prove he wants peace | David Lammy
The G7 meeting in Canada was a vital show of unity that put the ball firmly in Russia’s court. There’s not a shred of ambiguity about that. In diplomacy, focus is often on where we disagree. But ...The Guardian - 4d -
Tired of 'getting punked,' Michigan basketball flexes muscle as it stuns Maryland at buzzer
"We're thinking about one thing right now, that's beat Wisconsin," said Rubin Jones. "We're playing for a championship, that's what we came here for."Yahoo Sports - 3d -
When does Michigan play in March Madness? Date for game vs UC San Diego in Denver
Michigan basketball will face UC San Diego in the first round of March Madness. Here's what we know about when the game will be.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Meta's Community Notes will use tech from Elon Musk's X
Meta’s upcoming Community Notes feature for monitoring misinformation will use some technology developed by Musk’s X for its similar service.NBC News - 6d -
Inside Trump's call with Vladimir Putin
President Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin held a call Tuesday about the war in Ukraine amid continued fighting there. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more on what we know ...CBS News - 1d -
Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh brace for upcoming food reductions as aid agencies cut funding
Rohingya refugees in crammed Bangladeshi camps say they are worried about a U.S. decision to cut food rations by half beginning next month, while a refugee official says the reduction will impact ...ABC News - Mar. 8
