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If Ukraine Loses Starlink, Here Are the Best Alternatives
OneWeb, Project Kuiper, and IRIS2 could all, in time, replace Elon Musk's satellite communications system in Ukraine, but they will struggle to replicate Starlink's coverage and usability.Wired - 4d -
Trump's populist platform gives way to billionaires' agenda
Inside President Donald Trump’s MAGA movement, the populists and politicians are starting to take swings at the plutocrats — namely billionaire White House adviser Elon Musk.NBC News - 3d -
X users report a series of outages
Hours after a series of outages that left X unavailable to thousands of users, Elon Musk is claiming that the social media platform is being targeted in a “massive cyberattack."ABC News - 23h -
Top Law Firms Defend Overhaul of America’s Business Court
After backlash from Elon Musk and companies like Meta, Big Law is publicly supporting a bill seeking to reform the Delaware Court of Chancery.The New York Times - 3h -
Trump Says He’ll Buy a Tesla as More Americans Say They Won’t
Tesla shares tumbled on Monday and have fallen 45 percent this year so far. Part of the reason is Elon Musk’s DOGE work for President Trump.Inc. - 2h -
AI made its way to vineyards. Here's how the technology is helping make your wine
As AI continues to grow, experts say that the wine industry is proof that businesses can integrate the technology efficiently to supplement labor without displacing a workforceABC News - 1d -
College basketball rankings: How Michigan State can make its case for a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament
The Spartans would need help, but an opportunity to move up to the top line is not out of reachCBS Sports - 1d -
The Rays get 120 hours to make the Yankees’ spring stadium their own. Here’s how they’ll do it
When Tampa Bay players leave Steinbrenner Field following the Yankees’ spring training home finale on March 23, their staff will launch a 120-hour transformation of the ballpark for the Rays’ ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
The Rays get 120 hours to make the Yankees' spring stadium their own. Here's how they'll do it
When Tampa Bay players leave Steinbrenner Field following the New York Yankees’ spring training home finale on March 23, their staff will launch a 120-hour transformation of the ballpark for the ...ABC News - 1d -
Bill Gates: My 'favorite' author's newest book is a must-read—it shows how food can become more affordable
"How to Feed the World," a book about global food supply, is the latest book from Vaclav Smil — who can count Bill Gates as one of his biggest fans.CNBC - 3d -
The Populist vs. the Billionaire: Bannon, Musk and the Battle Within MAGA
President Trump has made clear he wants to keep both men and their allies within his movement, but the tensions are growing.The New York Times - 1d -
How Trump's threats have revived Canada's Liberal Party
Justin Trudeau's party was headed for near-certain defeat - until the US president said he wanted to make Canada the 51st state.BBC News - 2d -
The Guardian view on Modi redrawing India’s electoral map: deepening a dangerous north-south divide| Editorial
The Hindu nationalist prime minister’s push could shift power northward to his political advantage but risks escalating political tensions. When Narendra Modi’s alliance won a narrow majority in ...The Guardian - 1d -
Migrant dies attempting to cross English Channel
The Kuwati man, in his sixties, suffered a cardiac arrest on the boat that was carrying him from northern France, officials said.BBC News - 2d -
Stephen Miller defends Trump on possible recession: Not our job to make 'prognostications'
White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller defended President Trump’s response to questions about a possible recession over the weekend and said it wasn’t the president’s job to forecast ...The Hill - 3h -
How federal lands can be used to ease the housing crisis
President Trump's pledge to open up federal land for housing construction could alleviate the housing market's top financial worry, which is inflation, by making homeownership more affordable.The Hill - 22h -
Nuggets' Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with league's first 30-20-20 triple-double
Nikola Jokic sat in front of his locker, calmly scrolling through his phone, seemingly unimpressed that 30 minutes earlier he made NBA history.NBC News - 2d -
'Deli Boys' aims to flip the script on the stories of guys behind the counter
The stars of Hulu's new crime comedy, Saagar Shaikh and Asif Ali, joined series creator Abdullah Saeed to discuss how their show breaks assumptions about South Asians.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Push-up power! The exercise you need for a healthy, happy life – and eight ways to make it easier
Fast, free and phenomenally effective, push-ups are an unbeatable way to build the muscle you need every day – all the way into old age. Here’s how to master them, even if you’ve previously ...The Guardian - 2d -
A Cheeto Shaped Like the Pokemon Charizard Sells for Nearly $90,000
A “Flamin’ Hot” snack with an uncanny resemblance to a fire-breathing Pokémon was a hit on the auction block. First it needed a custom case.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump’s Tariffs Could Help Tesla, by Hurting Its Rivals More
The electric car company led by Elon Musk builds all the cars it sells in the United States in California and Texas, shielding it from tariffs that could devastate competitors.The New York Times - 3d -
Fire Damages 4 Tesla Cybertrucks in Seattle
Federal and local law enforcement authorities are investigating what caused the Sunday night fire, which came after a series of attacks against Tesla in rebuke of its chief executive, Elon Musk.The New York Times - 18h -
OPM Watchdog Says Review of DOGE Work Is Underway
The acting inspector general says the Office of Personnel Management is investigating whether any “emerging threats” have arisen as Elon Musk’s DOGE works to rapidly transform government systems.Wired - 19h -
Marco Rubio announces 83% of USAID programs terminated
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday announced the cancellation of 83% of USAID programs. Rubio said the remaining programs will be run under the State Department and thanked Elon Musk's ...CBS News - 18h -
Eric Schmidt Joins Relativity Space as C.E.O.
The former Google chief executive is taking a controlling interest in Relativity Space, which aims to build low-cost, reusable rockets to compete against Elon Musk’s SpaceX and to reach Mars.The New York Times - 14h -
Senate Democrats leery of blocking GOP bill fear shutdown politics have changed
Senate Democrats are leery of blocking a House Republican-drafted six-month government funding bill, fearing that a government shutdown may backfire on them politically by giving Elon Musk and the ...The Hill - 7h -
A cranky Kevin Costner and a resilient Uma Thurman: 5 juicy stories from Maureen Dowd's 'Notorious' interviews
Maureen Dowd's 'Notorious' features conversations with everyone from Uma Thurman to Elon Musk, from Paul Newman to Mel Brooks. Here are five of the juiciest tidbits and anecdotes.Los Angeles Times - 7h -
Trump orders likely to drive species’ extinction, wildlife advocates warn
In addition to layoffs and hiring freezes, a ‘God squad’ can effectively veto ESA protections for endangered species. Donald Trump ’s administration , backed by House Republicans and Elon Musk ...The Guardian - 2h -
Bills QB Josh Allen gets new deal with reported record $250 million guaranteed
NFL MVP Josh Allen was rewarded Sunday with a contract extension that is reportedly worth $330 million, which would make him among the league’s highest-paid players.NBC News - 1d -
Bills quarterback Allen agrees record £255m contract extension
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen agrees a new contract extension until 2030 worth up to a reported $330m (£255m) that will make him one of the highest paid players in NFL history.BBC News - 1d -
Bills reward Allen with new contract after NFL MVP season. Deal is worth $330M, AP source says
NFL MVP Josh Allen was rewarded with a contract extension worth $330 million, with an NFL record $250 million of it guaranteed, which makes him among the league’s highest-paid playersABC News - 1d -
Sources: Panthers' Horn gets historic deal for DB
Jaycee Horn has reached a four-year deal that averages $25 million per season, making him the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history, sources told ESPN.ESPN - 1h -
No one’s buying Hunter Biden’s terrible paintings any more? I wonder why | Arwa Mahdawi
It’s tough being a nepo baby – especially when your daddy suddenly loses his influence. Poor Hunter Biden. His dad, who issued him an unconditional pardon as one of his last acts as US president, ...The Guardian - 4h -
Trump Offers South African Farmers Expedited Citizenship
The president falsely claimed on social media that the South African government was confiscating farmland, echoing previous statements that the country was mistreating white people.The New York Times - 3d -
How to Care for a Loved One With Dementia: 5 Expert Tips
Gene Hackman was cared for by his wife in his final years. Her unexpected death highlights the essential and challenging job of those who care for Alzheimer’s patients.The New York Times - 2d -
Powell says Fed is awaiting 'greater clarity' on Trump policies before making next move on rates
Powell reiterated statements he and his colleagues have made recently counseling patience on monetary policy.CNBC - 3d -
Celtic's 'physical beast' Maeda makes mark yet again in Scottish Cup win
Celtic forward Daizen Maeda has been described as a "machine" and a "physical beast" and is having the season of his career.BBC News - 1d -
WATCH: Endangered cheetah sanctuary breaks ground in Africa
Cheetah Conservation Fund founder Laurie Marker discusses her organization’s fight to save cheetahs throughout the continent.ABC News - 3d -
Drexel Dragons and Elon Phoenix meet in CAA Tournament
Elon Phoenix (17-14, 8-10 CAA) vs. Drexel Dragons (17-14, 9-9 CAA) Washington; Saturday, 12 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Dragons -1; over/under is 129.5 BOTTOM LINE: Drexel squares off ...ABC News - 3d -
Giants make the right moves to fix their defense in free agency — up next, quarterback
Giants GM Joe Schoen knew that fixing the defense was among the offseason’s top priorities. Free agency was his first chance to see that through.Yahoo Sports - 1h
