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Trump is whitewashing US history and embracing 'alternative facts'
It’s impossible for the Smithsonian to truthfully tell the American story without mentioning racism, sexism and other forms of discrimination, bigotry and flaws.The Hill - 2d -
Trump dashes Ukrainians’ hopes of returning home
Population from Russian-occupied territories watch peace talks with dread as US embraces Moscow’s land demandsFinancial Times - 1d -
Fact-Checking Trump’s Claim About Egg Prices
As he announced sweeping tariffs, President Trump claimed there had been a large decline in the price of eggs. That’s not the whole picture.The New York Times - 2h -
Fantasy Baseball: Jurickson Profar's 80-game PED suspension makes Lars Nootbaar a prime waiver wire target
There may be no use holding onto Profar anymore, but there are alternativesCBS Sports - 2d -
A $90m litmus test - Wisconsin court vote becomes referendum on Musk
The priciest judicial contest in US history will indicate voter sentiment towards President Trump's billionaire ally.BBC News - 2d -
Trump Took a Wrecking Ball to Southeast Asia’s Role as an Alternative to China
Punishing tariffs on Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and others in the region threaten their position as major manufacturing hubs for the American market.The New York Times - 2h -
How Trump Is Inspiring Wannabe Authoritarians Everywhere
President Trump has turned a central precept of American diplomacy on its head, embracing fellow leaders who abandon democratic principles.The New York Times - 4d -
NFL updates uniform policy, allows teams to wear throwback or alternate jerseys more than ever before
Get used to seeing the Eagles' Kelly Green and the Bucs' creamsicles more oftenCBS Sports - 2d -
Trump makes history by pardoning a corporation
Companies involved in financial crimes don’t have to worry about accountability under this president, as least when it comes to crypto, for reasons that he has no incentive to ever make known.The Hill - 2d -
The history of Voice of America
The Congressionally funded broadcaster is both a global information source and an American foreign policy tool. Now, with an executive order, the Trump administration silenced VOA for the first ...CBS News - 3d -
Which MLB players are using torpedo bats? Yankees lead the way, but other stars have embraced unique bat shape
Expect to see torpedo bats in every MLB clubhouse before long.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
US stocks plunge on fears of economic hit from tariffs
Slump in US dollar is ‘vote of no confidence in Trump’Financial Times - 6h -
What is the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 and how is Trump using it?
President Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members kicked off a legal battle.CBS News - 6d -
Trump's massive 46% Vietnam tariffs pummel Nike, American Eagle and Wayfair
The country became a popular alternative for furniture, apparel and toymakers trying to avoid the crossfire of U.S. trade tensions with BeijingCNBC - 48m -
US stock markets tumble as investors shaken by Trump tariffs
Dollar hits six-month low after president announces sweeping tariffs on US’s largest trade partners. Trump condemned as global markets tumble – live updates US stock markets tumbled on ...The Guardian - 1h -
Spotify Sells Itself to Advertisers as an Alternative to ‘Doom Scrolling’
After finally achieving profitability, the streaming platform wants to be a healthy alternative to “doom scrolling.”The New York Times - 19h -
Germany decides to leave history in the past and prepare for war
Russian aggression and US isolationism push a once hesitant Germany to invest heavily in defence.BBC News - 3d -
Trump’s Order to the Smithsonian Distorts Teaching of American History
The assumption that there is a standard, agreed-upon truth about the country’s past is a fantasy; but when declared by a sitting president, it becomes a provocation.The New York Times - 2d -
Melania Trump extols 'strength that is based in love' at awards ceremony honoring courageous women
Melania Trump is extolling the power of harnessing "love as a source of strength during challenging times," as she honored eight women with awards for their bravery. "Love has inspired me to ...The Hill - 1d -
Ravens CB Marlon Humphrey is a fan of the Steelers' jailbird bumblebee alternate jerseys
Baltimore Ravens Pro Bowl cornerback Marlon Humphrey is a fan of the Steelers' jailbird bumblebee alternate jerseysYahoo Sports - 2d -
What are tariffs and why is Trump using them?
Tariffs are a key part of Trump's political vision, but economists fear they could spark a trade war.BBC News - 1d -
Former GOP lawmakers, officials oppose Trump use of Alien Enemies Act for deportations
A group of former Republican lawmakers and officials is opposing President Trump’s use of the Alien Enemies Act for deportations. The group of conservatives, along with the State Democracy ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump tariffs drive imports into US foreign trade zones
Policy uncertainty fuels surge in use of approved facilities that temporarily exempt businesses from paying leviesFinancial Times - 2d -
The NFL will allow teams to wear alternate uniforms four times per season
Thanks to the NFL's updated uniform policy, the Baltimore Ravens could wear Purple Rising or All-Black alternate jerseys four times per season.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Trump’s Tariffs Could Reshape the US Tech Industry
Apple, Amazon, and other tech companies reliant on global supply chains stand to lose the most from President Trump’s trade policies, but some software firms expect more demand for their services.Wired - 14h -
Hegseth says US is setting up a ‘war-fighting’ base in Japan
Trump’s defence secretary uses Tokyo trip to call for a strengthening of the deterrence against ChinaFinancial Times - 4d -
Zambia withdraw four US-based players for China trip
Zambia withdraw four US-based players for an upcoming tournament in China because of "travel measures" introduced by Donald Trump's administration.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
US stocks sink in 1st trading after Trump's tariffs announcement
Trump's new tariffs elicited threats of retaliation from foreign leaders.ABC News - 2h -
Yankees’ Giancarlo Stanton declines to blame torpedo bats for elbow injuries, gives rehab update
NEW YORK — Giancarlo Stanton embraced the torpedo bats long before they became the talk of MLB. The Yankees slugger used the bowling-pin-shaped bats last season, including during a torrid playoff ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Neil Young says he may be barred from returning to US over Donald Trump criticism
The US-Canadian dual citizen speculates he may be ‘barred or put in jail to sleep on a cement floor’ after his European tour, after years of speaking against Trump. Neil Young has shared his ...The Guardian - 1d -
Housing crisis spurs alternatives to building homes, from 3D printing to walls made from hemp
Businesses and lawmakers are trying to address the U.S. affordable housing crisis by turning to alternative ways to build homesABC News - Mar. 26 -
Zambia remove US-based players due to Trump immigration policy fears
Orlando Pride’s Barbra Banda among removals Immigration crackdowns led to decision The Zambia women’s national team have decided to remove their four US-based players from their squad for ...The Guardian - 20h -
SignalGate Is Driving the Most US Downloads of Signal Ever
Scandal surrounding the Trump administration’s Signal group chat has led to a landmark week for the encrypted messaging app’s adoption—its “largest US growth moment by a massive margin.”Wired - 6d -
Eric Trump: Countries that rush to negotiate trade deal with US ‘will win’
Eric Trump, one of President Trump's sons, advised the many countries that will face new tariffs on goods imported to the U.S. to act quickly to negotiate with his father. "I wouldn’t want to be ...The Hill - 2h -
’I don’t think anybody could beat us’: The oral history of 1994-95 UConn, the team that changed women’s basketball
As the Huskies pursue their 12th national title, it's time to look back at their first, 30 years ago this week.ESPN - 2h -
What Wall Street expects from Trump’s ‘liberation day’
US President Donald Trump is expected to announce the substance of his trade policyFinancial Times - 1d -
Ex-Costa Rica president says US visa revoked after criticism of Trump
Óscar Arias, 84, who won Nobel peace prize in 1987, said US president was behaving like ‘a Roman emperor’. Former Costa Rican president and Nobel winner Óscar Arias said on Tuesday that the US had ...The Guardian - 1d -
World markets and US dollar suffer worst monthly losses since 2022 as Trump tariffs fuel recession fears – business live
Shares slide after President Donald Trump says new reciprocal tariffs expected this week will include all nations, and Goldman Sachs say US recession more likely. Wall Street shrinks in response ...The Guardian - 3d
