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Meet Chonkus: the CO2-chomping alga that could help tackle the climate crisis
Synechococcus elongatusis soaks up carbon dioxide for its photosynthesis and stores more than other strains. Chonkus may sound like a champion Sumo wrestler but it is the nickname for a ...The Guardian - Feb. 27 -
Nvidia’s stock is in a funk. Earnings didn’t help, but here’s what could.
Can Nvidia’s GTC conference give the stock a boost? One analyst thinks a bigger catalyst might be simply psychological.MarketWatch - 6d -
AI Could Help Address the Accountant Shortage—but Adoption Rates Remain Low
A new report from Wolters Kluwer suggests that the tax industry still has a ways to go around automation.Inc. - 5d -
Chris Mason: Starmer is helping to shape talks but path to peace could be long
The gathering of European leaders took on greater significance after Trump and Zelenksy's flare up in the Oval Office, political editor Chris Mason writes.BBC News - 3d -
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Most people don't get enough exercise, could "exercise snacks" help?
The American Heart Association recommends at least two and a half hours of physical activity a week, but 80% of people fall short. A growing trend called "exercise snacks" offers a solution with ...CBS News - 21h -
Pakistan Needs Support Fighting Terrorism. A Happy Trump Could Help.
The president’s praise of the Pakistani government for its role in capturing a “top terrorist” signaled a possible strengthening of counterterrorism ties.The New York Times - 14h -
High-rise flats could help Labour hit its housing target
The government must tackle leasehold and encourage high-density developmentFinancial Times - 3h -
Firing squad could become Idaho’s main execution method if governor signs bill
State senate passes bill as its sponsor suggests shooting someone is more effective and humane than other methods. Death by firing squad could become Idaho ’s primary method of execution under a ...The Guardian - 14h -
Breaking down Grok 3: The AI model that could redefine the industry
Grok-3 still hasn't fully shipped yet. But it will surely set the tone for how other AI labs release future models.VentureBeat - Feb. 20 -
US and UK in talks on trade deal that could spare Britain from tariffs
Donald Trump says America is looking to forge pact as ‘quickly as it can be done’Financial Times - 6d -
Caleb Williams kept messaging Ben Johnson during Super Bowl 59, Bears coach says
Johnson says the 2024 No. 1 overall pick is 'hungry' as they begin working togetherCBS Sports - Feb. 26 -
Ben Johnson says he would pawn his family jewels for 10 Bears Super Bowls
Johnson already has three kids, so his focus is now on a Lombardi TrophyCBS Sports - Feb. 26 -
Zelensky says he'd step down 'if it brings peace'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that he would step down from the presidency if it meant achieving a lasting peace in Ukraine. “If to achieve peace, you really need me to give up ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
Sanders says it’s a 'horrible suggestion' for Zelensky to step down
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) said it’s a “horrible suggestion” for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to step down after his disastrous meeting with President Trump. Sanders joined NBC News’s ...The Hill - 3d -
Trump changed conversation on Ukraine ‘for the better’, says UK
Keir Starmer reiterates Britain is ‘ready and willing’ to put troops on the ground in Ukraine to secure peaceFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
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Trump says US is working on trade deal with the UK
US President suggested that Britain could escape tariffs if agreement struckFinancial Times - 6d -
‘It allowed us to survive, to not go mad’: the CIA book smuggling operation that helped bring down communism
From George Orwell to Hannah Arendt and John le Carré, thousands of blacklisted books flooded into Poland during the cold war, as publishers and printers risked their lives for literature. The ...The Guardian - Feb. 22 -
Most say health care costs, inflation biggest issue facing Americans: Pew
A new survey from Pew Research Center has found that most Americans think inflation, health care cost, and the federal budget deficit are major issues confronting the nation. Of those polled, 45 ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Fed’s Barkin says interest rates may have to rise to combat inflation headwinds
Barkin said he understands that the fight against inflation has been long, but that “it is critical that we remain steadfast.”MarketWatch - Feb. 25 -
Most Americans say income is not keeping up with inflation, CBS News poll finds
Most Americans believe their incomes aren't keeping pace with inflation, according to a new CBS News poll. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto unpacks the findings.CBS News - 6d -
Inflation will move toward 2% target, but risks to outlook are rising, says Fed's Musalem
The risks for higher inflation are on the rise, St. Louis Federal Reserve President Alberto Musalem said Monday.CNBC - 2d -
Trump's Mexico, Canada tariffs are 'clearly' going to cause inflation, says shipping giant Maersk
There will 'clearly' be an inflationary impact from President Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, according to shipping giant Maersk.CNBC - 1d -
U.S. economy is still growing, ISM says, even as Trump tariffs generate ‘great uncertainty’ and fuel further inflation
The large service side of the U.S. economy that employs most Americans grew in February, but businesses said they were nervous about the Trump tariffs and were already facing higher costs.MarketWatch - 21h -
Tense moments between Trump, Maine governor on transgender executive order, reporters say
Reporters covering President Trump's working session with U.S. governors are noting his tense exchange involving Maine Gov. Janet Mills regarding the executive order on transgender athletes. CBS ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Deal reached to end illegal strike by New York state prison workers, governor says
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced an agreement to end a wildcat strike that has roiled the state’s prison system for more than a weekABC News - 6d -
‘You have full backing across the UK’: Zelenskyy leaves Downing Street after meeting with Starmer – live
Ukrainian president has held talks with PM Keir Starmer ahead of defence summit with European leaders tomorrow. ‘He defended our honour’: Ukrainians react to Zelenskyy’s clash with Trump ...The Guardian - 4d -
Zelenskyy says he would ‘quit for peace’ as he refuses US demand for Ukraine minerals
Ukrainian president says US military aid was a ‘grant’ rather than a debt but adds that he wants Trump to be ‘on our side’. Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he is not willing to cave in to intense US ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
Simu Liu says 'The Last Breath' saturation diving training demanded intensity and camaraderie
Simu Liu co-stars in a new survivalist escape movie about deep-sea divers battling the elements to rescue their crewmate.NBC News - 5d -
Trump’s ‘beautiful’ tariffs will weaken trade and worsen inequality
If Trump continues to focus on increasing consumption taxes as he cuts taxes for the super-rich, the wealth gap will continue to blow up.The Hill - 23h -
This New Drug Could Help End the HIV Epidemic—but US Funding Cuts Are Killing Its Rollout
Lenacapavir, a twice yearly injection that prevents HIV transmission, was named the breakthrough medicine of 2024. But without US foreign aid dollars, its delivery to millions worldwide is under ...Wired - Feb. 21 -
2025 Fantasy Baseball Draft Prep: Shohei Ohtani and others could help you achieve numbers needed to win Roto
Breaking down the benchmarks for winning Roto numbersCBS Sports - 6d -
Ukraine should 'tone it down,' sign Trump mineral deal, Waltz says
National Security Adviser Mike Waltz said Thursday that officials in Kyiv "need to tone it down" after a fierce back and forth Trump and Zelenskyy.ABC News - Feb. 20 -
Zelenskyy says he's willing to step down in exchange for peace in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he would be willing to resign from his post in exchange for peace in Ukraine or NATO membership. Zelenskyy's comments come ahead of the third ...NBC News - Feb. 23 -
Zelenskyy says he would step down in exchange for peace, NATO membership
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday he would be ready to give up the presidency if it brought peace and NATO membership.CBS News - Feb. 23 -
Trump has changed Ukraine debate ‘for the better’, says Downing Street
Starmer’s spokesperson says US intervention ‘could bring lasting peace’ as No 10 treads carefully before White House visit. Donald Trump has changed the global conversation around Ukraine “for the ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
Market froth needs to settle down, Jim Cramer says
CNBC's Jim Cramer on Monday described how he thinks froth is disrupting the market, saying trendier stocks need to cool off before others can bounce back.CNBC - Feb. 24 -
CFPB employees say Trump administration plans to 'wind down' agency
Several employees at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) said in a series of court filings Thursday that the Trump administration plans to “wind down” the agency, appearing to directly ...The Hill - 5d -
Ben Stiller says Obama turned down speaking role on 'Severance'
Ben Stiller has revealed that former President Obama counts himself among the fans of "Severance" but still turned down a role on the popular Apple TV+ show. The "Zoolander" star, who's an ...The Hill - 20h
