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Voters wary about the economy, DOGE and Democrats President Donald Trump’s election to a second term sparked an upswing in positive feelings about the direction of the nation, but voters are ...NBC News - 1d -
Canada's Carney heads to Europe in search of 'more loyal partners' as Trump targets his country
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with France's President Macron during his first official overseas trip as U.S. President Trump attacks his economy.NBC News - 1d -
U.S. retail sales barely rise, but investors see glimmer of good news in seemingly weak report
Retail sales barely rose in February, in another sign the economy might be weakening as businesses and consumers digest rapid-fire changes being made by the Trump White House.MarketWatch - 23h -
I adore my children. I’m also scared that one day my son will kill me
In the UK, more than 170 women have been murdered by their sons in the past 15 years. An anonymous mother reveals what it is like to be frightened of your child while desperately wanting to support ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
Keir Starmer’s poll ratings leap after Trump withdraws support for Ukraine
Around 30% of voters say they prefer Labour for dealing with ‘allies against threats to the UK’ in boost to party leader. Keir Starmer’s approval ratings have shot up since Donald Trump returned to ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
After 80 years of transatlantic ties, Europe forges a new alliance
Germany, France and UK sweep away old rules in pledge to do ‘whatever it takes’ to defend Europe from Russian threat. When he rose to his feet at prime minister’s questions on Wednesday, Keir ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
One person in hospital but all crew accounted for after North Sea ships collide, says local MP – live
Graham Stuart says other 36 mariners across both crews are ‘safe and accounted for’. Full story: UK coastguard scrambled after ship collision Transport secretary Heidi Alexander has expressed ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Tories announce policy to deport all foreign nationals with criminal convictions
Policy would apply to those seeking asylum as well as anyone who had been charged with or convicted of immigration offences. All foreign nationals in the UK who receive a criminal conviction would ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
‘Eiffel Tower of the north’? Manchester United unveil 100,000-seat new stadium project
Officials say plan will create 92,000 jobs and 17,000 homes Architect Norman Foster puts ‘vast umbrella’ over ground A new 100,000-seat stadium that will be the largest in the UK. A venue ...The Guardian - 6d -
Expelled! review – turning the tables on the private school class hierarchy
Nintendo Switch, iPhone/iPad, Mac, PC (version played); Inkle Inkle’s latest game revels in lying, stealing and blackmail as you resort to any means necessary to avoid expulsion from a posh ...The Guardian - 6d -
Out of Putin’s war and Trump’s treachery, a new Europe is being born | Nathalie Tocci
The EU has its Trojan horses and Nato’s cornerstone has crumbled. But European allies, including the UK, are bound by an urgent shared purpose. Moscow’s immense military mobilisation is clearly not ...The Guardian - 6d -
How not to be deported: India’s nurses seeking work abroad learn how to migrate safely
Kerala is providing lessons on how not to be scammed by employment agencies as US and UK step up immigration raids. On a warm February morning, Devika, 24, sits with more than 60 classmates in the ...The Guardian - 6d -
Trump tariffs of 25% on steel and aluminium come into effect globally as Europe says it will retaliate – business live
Brussels countermeasures to target €26bn of US goods from April while UK takes ‘pragmatic’ approach; US tariffs cover wide range of household goods such as tin foil. Full story: Trump tariffs on ...The Guardian - 5d -
Jonathan Powell: the veteran negotiator being lauded over US-Ukraine detente
Insiders say UK national security adviser avoids limelight, but it found the ‘calm operator’ this week. In the topsy-turvy world in which Keir Starmer and his aides operate, the US putting the ...The Guardian - 4d -
Ed Davey calls on Keir Starmer to back Canada against Trump attacks
Lib Dem leader says PM should make public show of support for ally against ‘shocking attacks’ on its sovereignty. The leader of the UK’s Liberal Democrats has called on the prime minister to ...The Guardian - 4d -
Aid workers warn ‘people are dying and they’re going to continue dying’ as funding cuts hit
Moves by US, UK and other donors to cut aid mean ‘high malnutrition rates, starvation and death’, say experts. Cuts to food assistance by the US, Britain and others are already leading to more ...The Guardian - 3d -
Russell T Davies: gay society in ‘greatest danger I’ve ever seen’ after Trump win
Exclusive: Doctor Who writer says he feels ‘a wave of anger heading towards us’ and hostility in UK as well as US. Russell T Davies has said gay society is in the “greatest danger I have ever ...The Guardian - 1d -
Flight cancellations at Germany’s Hamburg Airport affect more than 40,000 passengers after strike
Flight cancellations at Hamburg Airport after a surprise strike by workers affected more than 40,000 passengers on Sunday, a day before a planned wider protest across Germany amid new contract ...NBC News - Mar. 9 -
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 - Mar. 10 -
Refusing to fight: Israelis against the war in Gaza – video
For many Israelis, military service is a rite of passage that lasts two to three years. Being such a formative part of the social contract in Israel, it is unusual for eligible young people to ...The Guardian - 6d -
Source: Chiefs open up cap via Mahomes, Jones
The Chiefs have restructured the contracts of quarterback Patrick Mahomes and defensive tackle Chris Jones, freeing up $49.446 million in salary cap space, a source told ESPN.ESPN - 5d -
Sources: Saints' Mathieu, Jordan take pay cuts
Tyrann Mathieu and Cameron Jordan will sign new deals with expected pay decreases instead of the traditional restructures the Saints have used on several players' contracts this offseason to free ...ESPN - 4d -
Bruno Fernandes hits back at Sir Jim Ratcliffe: ‘It’s not nice to hear you’re not good enough’
Bruno Fernandes has hit back at Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s claims that some Manchester United players are “overpaid” by insisting those were the contracts the club gave them.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Longo: Sporting director crucial for Milan as Theo has already blocked summer exit
Theo Hernandez’s future remains very uncertain as AC Milan have been unable to reach an agreement on the contract renewal. According to a report, the left-back has also blocked a potential summer ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Lyon fans send message to Nicolás Tagliafico
Nicolás Tagliafico (32) is expected to leave Olympique Lyonnais when his contract expires at the end of the seaon, however, the club’s fans have now called for him to stay. The Argentina internati...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Inter to Lock Up Manchester United and Napoli Target
Inter are in advanced talks to renew the contract of Francesco Pio Esposito, who is being tracked by Manchester United and Leicester City because of his strong performances with Spezia in Serie ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Slot: “The Only Thing I Know Is I Want Van Dijk Here Next Season”
Van Dijk’s Contract Future Uncertain as Slot Pushes for StayVan Dijk Casts Doubt Over His Liverpool FutureVirgil van Dijk has added further uncertainty to his Liverpool future, admitting that he is ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Gophers basketball: Revenue sharing delays potential renovations to Williams Arena
In 2023, the Gophers athletics department contracted with an architectural design firm to explore the feasibility of renovations to Williams Arena or, to a lesser likelihood, building a new venue ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Panthers' Jaycee Horn speaks on being the highest-paid DB in NFL history
Jaycee Horn worked hard to get his record-breaking contract extension. And now, he wants to work even harder to get the Panthers some more wins.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Roma Haven’t Gotten a Lot from Late Summer Signings
Roma shored up their backline in peculiar fashion last summer, bringing in two veteran defenders after deadline day since they were out of contract, Mats Hummels and Mario Hermoso, significantly ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Golden Knights sign G Hill to 6-year, $37.5M deal
The Golden Knights have signed goaltender Adin Hill to a six-year contract extension through the 2030-31 season, a deal that averages $6.25 million per year.ESPN - 3d -
Report: Crystal Palace Midfielder Close to New Deal
Will Hughes Set to Extend Crystal Palace Stay Amid Transfer InterestCrystal Palace are edging closer to securing the long-term future of Will Hughes, with reports suggesting that advanced contract ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Real Madrid eye €60 million La Liga talent as Trent Alexander-Arnold alternative – report
Real Madrid have made it an absolute priority to sign Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold in the summer transfer window.The England international’s contract with the Reds expires at the end ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Le'Veon Bell's former high school removes his name from its field
Six years after he made news during free-agency week by signing a significant contract with the Jets, former NFL running back Le'Veon Bell is making news during free-agency week for different reasons.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Bruno hits back at Ratcliffe's 'overpaid' comments
Bruno Fernandes has hit back at Sir Jim Ratcliffe's suggestion that some Manchester United players are overpaid by telling the British billionaire "the club agrees to do the contracts."ESPN - 3d -
Arsenal & Bayern keen on Williams - Saturday's gossip
Arsenal and Bayern Munich are in competition to sign Spain winger Nico Williams, while Newcastle striker Alexander Isak says he is likely to speak to the club about a new contract.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
The 49ers bring back Kyle Juszczyk days after cutting him, AP source says
Fullback Kyle Juszczyk is returning to the San Francisco 49ers on a two-year, $8 million contract just days after being cut, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Saturday. ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Could Steven Stamkos return to Lightning? There is now a precedent
TAMPA — It’s one thing to help out the Nashville Predators when they’re looking to unload some contracts and bring defenseman Ryan McDonagh back into the fold. The Lightning weren’t the same after ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Leeds handed blow in their pursuit of 27-year-old wide player
Bright Osayi-Samuel has been linked with a move away from Turkish club Fenerbahce at the end of the season.The 27-year-old Nigerian right back will be out of contract in the summer and he has been ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Report: “Van Dijk New Deal Closer Than Widely Assumed”
Van Dijk Edging Closer to New Liverpool ContractLiverpool are increasingly optimistic about securing a new contract for Virgil van Dijk, as speculation surrounding a potential move abroad has been ...Yahoo Sports - 2d
