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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 - 3d -
Accused drug trafficker wanted in U.S. is captured in Mexico
One of Guatemala's most wanted drug traffickers, Aler Baldomero Samayoa Recinos, was captured in Mexico and awaits extradition to the U.S., officials said.CBS News - 3d -
Price growth cooled more than expected in February, before Trump ramped up tariffs
The president took office promising to immediately lower inflation, but economists say his expanding trade war threatens progress on price hikes.NBC News - 3d -
India's inflation rate dips to cooler-than-expected 3.61% in February, below central bank's target
The lower inflation reading could give the Reserve Bank of India room to cut rates and support its slowing economy.CNBC - 3d -
UK retail sales rise ‘modestly’ as consumers remain cautious
Shoppers continued to cut volume of goods they purchased in February, industry data indicatesFinancial Times - 5d -
Kevin Durant trade rumors: Suns want three first-round picks, young player in return, per report
Durant was reportedly upset that the Suns included him in trade talks in FebruaryCBS Sports - 5d -
Mercury to retire Diana Taurasi's No. 3 jersey, induct her into Ring of Honor during 2026 WNBA season
Taurasi, the WNBA's all-time leading scorer, announced her retirement in FebruaryCBS Sports - 2d -
Why this week's positive inflation reports won't look as good to the Fed
On the surface, February's inflation data released this week brought some encouraging news.CNBC - 2d -
Bracketology: Alabama contending for the fourth No. 1 after beating overall top seed Auburn
The Tigers remain the No. 1 overall seed in Jerry Palm's bracket despite the lossCBS Sports - 6d -
Warriors pass rugged pre-playoff quiz in physical win vs. Pistons
The Golden State Warriors summoned enough scrap to wrestle out a 115-110 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday at Chase Center.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 8 -
'I couldn't cope if I passed rare skin condition to my kids'
A genetic testing service based in Devon is praised by a woman with a rare skin condition.BBC News - 4d -
House narrowly passes six-month funding bill as shutdown deadline nears
Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republicans voiced confidence that they can push through a stopgap funding bill and avert a government shutdown at the end of this week.NBC News - 4d -
Fantasy Baseball: Should you draft or pass on these 6 polarizing hitters?
Scott Pianowski examines the hitters with the widest range of opinions this fantasy draft season.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
US House passes vote to extend federal funding until end of September
Legislation on stop-gap measure now moves to the Senate to avoid a government shutdownFinancial Times - 4d -
House GOP Passes Spending Bill to Avert Government Shutdown
Approval of the bill sent it to the Senate, where Republicans need the cooperation of several Democrats to move it past a filibuster and to passage before a midnight deadline on Friday.The New York Times - 4d -
Bondi's deadline passes on finding 2nd amendment violations of Biden's actions
Attorney General Pam Bondi is looking into whether Biden administration policies infringe on Americans' right to bear arms.ABC News - 3d -
Republicans fear time is running out to pass Trump’s agenda
House and Senate Republicans are sinking deeper into an impasse over how to advance President Donald Trump’s vast legislative agenda.Politico - 2d -
Fears for human rights as Peru passes ‘simply brutal’ anti-NGO law
Experts say legislation will prevent vulnerable people from accessing justice in latest government-backed crackdown. Human rights groups in Peru have voiced alarm over a controversial anti-NGO law ...The Guardian - 1d -
US Senate passes stop-gap funding bill to avert government shutdown
Democrats led by Chuck Schumer paved the way for passage of Republican measureFinancial Times - 7h -
Former Sonic and Seattle fixture Slick Watts passes away at 73
Donald “Slick” Watts, a fan favorite for the SuperSonics and later a beloved teacher and coach in Seattle, has died. Watts had been in poor health following a stroke in 2021. Watts was signed by ...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Rising mental ill health behind higher welfare bill, report says
The government is identifying cuts to the welfare budget ahead of the Spring Statement, with the PM working to rally MPs to support the move.BBC News - 3d -
Movie Review: Russo brothers' sci-fi ‘The Electric State’ is big, ambitious and dull
The Russo brothers bring Simon Stålenhag's illustrated novel “The Electric State” to life in the new big budget Netflix filmABC News - 3d -
Million-dollar wage earners have already stopped paying into Social Security for 2025
In 2025, Social Security payroll taxes apply to wages up to $176,100. Workers with $1 million in annual wages have already stopped paying those taxes for the year.CNBC - Mar. 7 -
QB1 & only: Giants ink DeVito, lone QB on roster
The Giants have re-signed quarterback Tommy DeVito to a one-year, $1 million deal. DeVito is the only quarterback on New York's roster, with the team expected to add a veteran in free agency.ESPN - Mar. 8 -
The Last Of Us Season 2's New Trailer Shows The Rift Between Joel And Ellie
It's fitting that the new trailer for The Last of Us Season 2 begins with Joel and Ellie at a physical distance, because there's an emotional gulf between them by the final scene shown. The ...GameSpot - Mar. 8 -
Djokovic upset in another early Indian Wells exit
Novak Djokovic, who was ousted in the third round last year, fell 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 to Botic Van De Zandschulp in the second round of the BNP Paribas Open on Saturday.ESPN - Mar. 8 -
Trump administration resumes immigrant family detentions
The Trump administration has resumed family detention of immigrants, a legal nonprofit said, reigniting a controversial practice largely curtailed under the Biden administration. Fourteen families ...The Hill - 2d -
Author Brendan DuBois sentenced to prison for possession of child sex abuse material
Bestselling mystery writer Brendan DuBois has pleaded guilty to charges of possessing child sexual abuse material and has been sentenced to 3 1/2 to seven years in prisonABC News - 1d -
Olivia Smith is the embodiment of Amber Whiteley’s Liverpool: Liberated, confident, revived
Olivia Smith likes playing on the right wing. That is exactly what the 20-year-old Liverpool winger said through a wry smile after Liverpool’s 3-1 Women’s Super League (WSL) win against Manchester ...Yahoo Sports - 18h -
Blind date: ‘He was very handsome, with a great set of teeth and a bold look. I knew it would be a night to remember’
Lewis (left), 26, a digital video executive, meets Max, 23, a business management trainee. What were you hoping for? To meet someone nice, and if it seems like there’s a mutual interest there, ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
NASCAR 2025 race schedule, results: Complete list of Cup Series race dates, winners, tracks, locations
The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series will feature both an international and grassroots flairCBS Sports - 6d -
When is 2025 NFL free agency? Date, start time, explaining the legal tampering period, top 50 free agents
Free agency unofficially kicks off Monday, March 10CBS Sports - 5d -
2025 WWE WrestleMania 41 card, date, matches, rumors, predictions, match card, start time, location
WrestleMania takes place in Las Vegas on April 19 and 20CBS Sports - 3d -
Iowa baseball shifts dates and times of upcoming Big Ten series vs. Michigan State
As Iowa baseball enters its second Big Ten series this weekend vs. Michigan State, a notable scheduling shift has been made to the series.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
2025 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament: Conference dates, tv times, winners, automatic bids, where to watch
Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 women's conference tournamentsCBS Sports - 1d -
Tiger Woods reportedly dating Vanessa Trump, Donald Jr.'s ex-wife
Trump's daughter, Kai, and Woods' children attend the same high school in Palm Beach, Florida.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
UFC 314 -- Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes: Fight card, date, odds, location, rumors, complete guide
Volkanovski and Lopes fight for the vacant featherweight title on a stacked cardCBS Sports - 1d -
Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump's Kids Will Compete at Same Junior Tournament Next Week amid Dating News
Charlie Woods and Kai Trump are both slated to compete in the Junior Invitational in South CarolinaYahoo Sports - 1d -
When does March Madness start? NCAA Tournament schedule, dates and host cities
The March Madness tournament is just days away, with Selection Sunday approaching to reveal the bracket. Here is how to watch.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Blind date: ‘Did we kiss? After the night we had, it would’ve been rude not to’
Adrian, 35, who works in advertising, meets Catherine, 36, a yoga teacher. What were you hoping for? Someone cute for my national press debut, and hopefully a connection, too. Continue ...The Guardian - 19h