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FirstFT: Tesla warns Trump administration it is ‘exposed’ in trade war
Also in today’s newsletter, top Senate Democrat backs Republican funding bill, and China criticises Panama ports dealFinancial Times - 3d -
Trump administration official says peace talks with Russia were ‘positive’
Special Envoy Steve Witkoff recently met with Russian officials about continued peace negotiations, and he said the meeting was “positive.” “This morning, I met with President Putin,” Witkoff said ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump shows optimism before Putin call; Administration defies court order, deports Venezuelans
President Trump will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin Tuesday about the war in Ukraine. Mr. Trump told reporters Sunday that he thinks he has a very good chance to end the war. CBS News' ...CBS News - 7h -
IOC board puts boxing back on the Olympic program for LA in 2028
Boxing is set to be on the program for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles after years of disputes over how the sport is run. International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach said Monday that ...Yahoo Sports - 7h -
Intel’s new CEO is putting his money where his mouth is
Lip-Bu Tan will purchase about $25 million in stock shortly after taking over as CEO, giving him immediate financial alignment with the moves he makes at Intel.MarketWatch - 6h -
NOAA set to fire 1,029 more employees
Staffing levels at the nation's already hobbled weather, climate and oceans agency could take a further nosedive in the days ahead. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will ...The Hill - Mar. 10 -
First steps to dismantle Education Department begin
The Department of Education is cutting its workforce by nearly 50% as the Trump administration proceeds with plans to dismantle the agency. The bulk of the department's responsibilities include ...CBS News - 5d -
'We will just die in silence': US aid cuts hit Ethiopia's fragile Tigray region
Aid agencies distributing U.S. food aid in Ethiopia's war-affected Tigray region say they have had to stop feeding millions of people because of the Trump administration's restrictions on foreign aidABC News - 4d -
Democratic Attorneys General Sue Over Gutting of Education Department
The Trump administration cut about half the agency’s work force, saying the move would enable it to deliver services more effectively. The attorneys general called the layoffs “reckless and illegal.”The New York Times - 4d -
White House vows to fight ruling that requires government reinstate fired probationary workers
The White House on Friday vowed to appeal the federal court rulings that required the Trump administration to reinstate probationary government employees who judges said were fired unlawfully at ...The Hill - 3d -
Broncos have filled key needs in NFL free agency
After addressing their key needs during free agency, the Broncos can go best player available in the NFL draft.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
NFL free agency: Browns starter Bailey Zappe signs with Chiefs
After starting one game for the Browns in 2024, Bailey Zappe is heading back to the Chiefs in NFL free agencyYahoo Sports - 3d -
NFL free agency: Browns long snapper Charley Hughlett signs with Eagles
After 11 seasons with the Browns, long snapper Charley Hughlett is heading to the Eagles in NFL free agencyYahoo Sports - 3d -
Washington Commanders named a free agency Day 4 winner
The Washington Commanders were named free agency winners on Day 4 after re-signings.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Musk visits National Security Agency after urging 'overhaul' of U.S. cyberespionage hub
Elon Musk paid an unannounced visit to the National Security Agency on Wednesday and met with its chief, days after he called for an "overhaul" of the U.S.'s top cyberespionage hub.NBC News - 3d -
Arthur Kaliyev Leaves Road Trip After Suffering Injury
Arthur Kaliyev left the New York Rangers’ road trip as he undergoes further evaluation and testing on an upper-body injury.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
LS Jon Weeks leaves Houston after 15 seasons to join 49ers
Long snapper Jon Weeks has spent his entire career in Houston, playing 15 seasons for the Texans.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
U.S. influencer who snatched baby wombat leaves Australia after outcry
An American influencer who uploaded a video of her grabbing a baby wombat, triggering widespread outrage, has left Australia.NBC News - 3d -
Defender Casey Toohill leaves Buffalo Bills after one season
Toohill has a new home:Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Arsenal now in contact with reps of attacker Mikel Arteta really likes – journalist
Arsenal are in contact with the representatives of Athletic Bilbao forward Nico Williams ahead of the summer transfer window, according to German journalist Christian Falk.However, the Gunners will ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
America's allies hit back as Trump administration imposes 25% tariffs on metals imports
The U.S. raised tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 25% as President Trump digs in on trade policies that have rocked financial markets.NBC News - 6d -
Trump 2.0 is leaving investors 'overwhelmed' — and strategists warn the volatility isn't over
Global markets have seen choppy trade as investors react to the U.S. President’s tariff policies.CNBC - Mar. 7 -
7-round Broncos mock draft after first wave of NFL free agency
Following the first wave of NFL free agency, here is our updated 7-round mock draft for the Broncos.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Where Jacksonville Jaguars' depth chart sits after initial wave of NFL free agency moves
The Jacksonville Jaguars were busy in NFL free agency, so here's a projected look at their depth chart.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Bears' updated 2025 salary cap space after first wave of free agency
The Bears made a slew of moves during the first week of free agency. Here's an updated look at their 2025 salary cap.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
7-round Arizona Cardinals mock draft after 1 week of NFL free agency
With the first week of free agency in the books, check out this seven-round mock draft simulation for the Cardinals.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
NFL free agency: Bears' updated 2025 roster after first wave of moves
Here's a look at where the Bears roster stands following the first wave of free agency.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Panthers 2025 mock draft 6.0: Projecting 7 rounds after the 1st wave of free agency
The Panthers' initial dip into free agency opened up a chance to trade back in our latest seven-round mock draft.Yahoo Sports - 8h -
After 'terrible' season, Mike Williams eager to win with Jim Harbaugh and Chargers
A year after leaving the Chargers as a salary-cap casualty, Mike Williams is eager to work alongside Justin Herbert and be a deep-ball threat for the team.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Former SSA commissioner expects 10,000 workers to accept buyout
Roughly 10,000 workers could leave the agency as DOGE seeks to cull the federal workforce, ex-commissioner Martin O'Malley says.CBS News - 3d -
Bucs lose swing tackle Justin Skule to Vikings
Bucs lose swing tackle Justin Skule to Minnesota Vikings in free agency leaving them searching for a replacement.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Baby wombat grabber Sam Jones leaves Australia after intense backlash including from PM and immigration minister
Montana-based hunting influencer flies out of Australia on Friday after home affairs minister said he couldn’t ‘wait to see the back of this individual’. A US hunting influencer who caused outrage ...The Guardian - 3d -
Trump administration briefing: US president to speak to Putin this week; Democrats train fire on Musk
Russian president ‘accepts the philosophy’ of US’s Ukraine ceasefire terms, says US envoy; Musk’s popularity falls – key US politics stories from Sunday at a glance. US president Donald Trump ’s ...The Guardian - 18h -
From sleeping in doorways to reporting on homelessness: the journalist chronicling an American crisis
Kevin Fagan, who spent decades at the San Francisco Chronicle, argues in a new book that ‘atrociously unforgivable’ US poverty must be addressed. The veteran journalist Kevin Fagan spent decades ...The Guardian - 4d -
Details on judge's ruling that some government workers must be reinstated after mass firings
A federal judge in Maryland has ordered the Trump administration to temporarily reinstate thousands of probationary federal employees who were recently fired. CBS News congressional reporter ...CBS News - 3d -
2 trades highlight 49ers post-free agency mock draft
The San Francisco 49ers use the trade market to make six picks in a three-round NFL mock draft after the first big free agency wave.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Five best 2025 NFL free agency moves: These teams and players shine
Here are the five best moves after the first wave of free agency. One calculated risk. An offensive line fortified. A star goes West.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Tennessee Titans bottom out in PFF's post-free agency power rankings
After the first wave of free agency, Pro Football Focus remains skeptical about the Tennessee Titans, placing them dead last in their power rankings.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Cuba suffers another widespread power outage, leaving millions in the dark
Millions are in the dark after a power outage in Cuba occurred on Friday night.CBS News - 2d -
