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Doctor Stabbed in Chest; 'Hypnotic' Doc Faces Second Hearing; Nurse Assaulted
This is a MedPage Today story. A patient at Provident Hospital in Chicago allegedly stabbed an emergency physician in the chest. (FOX 32) A physician in the U.K. is facing a second hearing over ...ABC News - Feb. 25 -
Gold hits record high over $3,000 amid rising geopolitical tensions; Pound at $1.30 against weakening US dollar – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as gold hits $3,027 per ounce. Gold is continuing to hit new heights this morning – it’s now trading at $3,027 per ounce. . “In the ...The Guardian - 3d -
Watchdogs fired by Trump raise alarms over future of independent oversight
President Trump has fired several independent government watchdogs. They're now sharing warnings about what it could mean for federal oversight.CBS News - Mar. 9 -
The Gaza ceasefire must be restored
Donald Trump is the one world leader with significant leverage over Israel’s premierFinancial Times - 1d -
BBC joins White Helmet volunteers in Syria as they respond to deadly attacks
The BBC accompanies the civil defence group as they respond to violence in Syria's coastal region.BBC News - 6h -
Republican congressman faces extended boos and jeers at rowdy town hall
Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., faced a rowdy crowd at a town hall with constituents, the latest such event to go viral on social media as Republicans face backlash over President Donald Trump's mass ...NBC News - Mar. 14 -
Yale, Ivy League and other March Madness upset seekers face uncertain future amid college upheaval
Nobody does the underdog thing at March Madness better than the Ivy League. These days, that means nobody does it better than Yale.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Oil prices resume slide, ending lower as tariff fears spark stock-market tumble
Oil futures ended lower Monday, dragged down by fears rising global trade tensions could spark a recession or a slowdown as U.S. equities suffered their worst day of 2025.MarketWatch - Mar. 10 -
Oil ends higher, a day after tariff-induced recession fears pulled prices to 6-month lows
Oil futures finished higher Tuesday, a day after ending at six-month lows as fears of a global economic slowdown from rising trade tensions prompted a global selloff for equities and other assets ...MarketWatch - Mar. 11 -
Oil tallies back-to-back gains as Middle East flare-ups lift risk of supply disruption
Crude futures notched back-to-back gains on Thursday, with prices finding support from growing tensions in the Middle East that raise the risk of supply disruptions in the oil-rich region.MarketWatch - 1d -
Palestinian activist who led student protests at Columbia faces deportation
Over the weekend, Columbia University grad Mahmoud Khalil was arrested and is facing deportation. He is a green card holder, but the Trump administration says the arrest stems from his involvement ...CBS News - Mar. 10 -
Four months after daughters’ deaths, parents of Laos backpackers face ‘horror scenarios’ amid fight for answers
As the UK, Australia and Denmark mount joint diplomatic push, grieving families fear Laos’ investigation into the suspected methanol poisonings won’t deliver justice. The poolside bar at the Nana ...The Guardian - Mar. 14 -
Benjamin Netanyahu says he will sack Israel’s domestic spy chief
Prime minister’s move could spark more turmoil as fallout over intelligence failures before October 7 attack continuesFinancial Times - 5d -
Kurds in Iraq, Syria celebrate Newroz festival of spring
Kurds in Iraq and Syria this week have marked the Newroz festival, a traditional celebration of spring and renewal, at a time when many are hoping that a new political beginning is on the horizonABC News - 48m -
Iranian singer who urged women to go without hijab is lashed over alcohol conviction
Iranian officials have flogged a popular singer who posted a song online urging women to remove their mandatory headscarves over a conviction for possessing and consuming alcoholABC News - Mar. 7 -
‘The streets are empty, no one dares go outside’: Syria’s Alawites terrorised by revenge killings
Hundreds of civilians murdered by militant groups, throwing doubt over new government’s ability to control the country - and US willingness to lift sanctions. When armed men entered Hayan’s house ...The Guardian - 6d -
Auto suppliers face more dire circumstances than automakers amid Trump tariffs
Auto suppliers face more dire circumstances than automakers over President Donald Trump's tariffs, but their problems could quickly impact the broader industry.CNBC - 2d -
This Space Spy Agency’s AI Shift May Hint at Your Company’s Future
Facing staff losses after DOGE cuts, one federal intelligence agency is speeding up its AI tool deployment. It could be a model for how your company boosts workers’ efficiency.Inc. - Mar. 12 -
Oracle’s Role in TikTok’s Future Gets Capitol Hill Scrutiny
Top congressional aides met with Oracle on Tuesday to talk about TikTok, which faces a ban in the United States unless it is sold to a non-Chinese owner by early April.The New York Times - 2d -
Oracle’s Role in TikTok’s Future Gets Capitol Hill Scrutiny
Top congressional aides met with Oracle on Tuesday to talk about TikTok, which faces a ban in the United States unless it is sold to a non-Chinese owner by early April.The New York Times - 2d -
White House says Canada would 'benefit greatly' from becoming 51st state
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters that Canada would "benefit greatly" from becoming the 51st state as tensions continue over tariffs.NBC News - Mar. 11 -
Elon Musk calls Sen. Mark Kelly a 'traitor' over his social media posts in support of Ukraine
Kelly, a former Navy combat pilot, responded to the tech billionaire’s remark by saying “he’s not a serious guy” and should “go back to building rockets.”NBC News - Mar. 10 -
Syria’s Interim President Calls for Unity Amid Fresh Fighting
More than 1,000 people have been killed in clashes in the coastal provinces of Syria, according to one war monitoring group.The New York Times - Mar. 9 -
Over 400 killed in Israeli strikes, Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry says
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas fell apart Monday night as Israel launched deadly airstrikes on Gaza. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio and Weijia Jiang have the latest.CBS News - 3d -
Shares of iRobot tank 30% after Roomba maker raises doubt about its survival
The Roomba maker faces mounting debt and sputtering revenue growth, as well as heightened competition from robotic vacuum makers based in China.CNBC - Mar. 12 -
Universities impose hiring freezes in face of uncertainty over federal funding
At least two Ivy League universities abruptly stopped hiring faculty Monday, partly prompted by fear that federal grant funding will be cut.NBC News - Mar. 10 -
Dr. Oz to face Senate hearing over nomination to head Medicare, Medicaid
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the former surgeon and television host, was nominated to head the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.CBS News - Mar. 14 -
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Beijing faces pushback over ambitious hydropower project plans
China’s leaders must balance making the best use of limited water with local, environmental and diplomatic concernsFinancial Times - 18h -
Celtic Face Decision on Daizen Maeda as European Clubs Show Interest
Daizen Maeda’s Future at Celtic Uncertain as European Clubs CircleCeltic’s impressive domestic and European campaign has seen Daizen Maeda emerge as one of their most influential players, but his ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13 -
Report: Aaron Rodgers may prefer retirement over playing for New York Giants
The New York Giants are patiently waiting for QB Aaron Rodgers to make a decision on his future but that may include retirement over playing for them.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Trump administration mulling new travel restrictions on citizens from dozens of countries
New memo lists 41 countries – including Afghanistan, Cuba and Syria – that could face new restrictions, evoking first-term Muslim ban. The Trump administration is considering issuing travel ...The Guardian - 6d -
Wall Street stocks drop as investors fret over US economic slowdown
Tech shares hit as Tesla gives up all its post-election gainsFinancial Times - Mar. 10 -
Democracy Is on the Line in Israel and America
The rule of law is in danger in both America and Israel if some red lines are not drawn and defended.The New York Times - 4d -
Israel’s Newest Army Recruits: the Ultra-Orthodox
Israel’s Newest Army Recruits: the Ultra-OrthodoxThe New York Times - 5d -
Syrians Demand Better Protection Amid a Spate of Kidnappings
When the new government took over, it dismissed the Assad regime police and other forces, leaving a security vacuum. Now, many residents fear going out after dark.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Frenkie de Jong tells fans to ‘manage expectations’ over his Barcelona role
Barcelona and Frenkie de Jong look to be edging closer to an agreement over his future at the club.The Dutch international has endured persistent injury issues over the last 18 months as he battles ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Netanyahu seeks to dismiss Israel's internal security chief as power struggle boils over
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will seek to dismiss the head of the internal security serviceABC News - 4d -
Among American Jews, a Schism Over Pro-Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil’s Arrest
Some organizations applauded the move. But the raid chilled other American Jews, even some who consider themselves supporters of Israel.The New York Times - Mar. 11 -
Eruption at Alaska's Mount Spurr is likely and scientists say preparations should begin
Scientists are urging people who live in southcentral Alaska to begin preparing for a possible eruption of the Mount Spurr volcano.NBC News - 1d