Weekly mortgage demand surges 11% higher, as interest rates dropped for the sixth straight week

Record spring break travel expected despite higher costs

AAA says on average domestic air fares are up 7% from last year, while gas is cheaper. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave found some last-minute deals.

CBS News - 21h

Coming soon: Lower GST rates in India

Also in this newsletter: the (un)ease of doing business, and Kaustubh Kulkarni’s mantra

Financial Times - 3d

Congress keeps a distance on Trump’s tariff rate disputes

President Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico, as well as his exemption of North American trade agreement-protected goods, has led to a hands-off approach from Congress, which has been reluctant ...

The Hill - 1d

Poster Player of the Week: Taryn Borgen of Columbia Falls

Mar. 14—This week's poster player of the week presented by Corwin Motors goes to Taryn Borgen of the Columbia Falls Wildkats. Taryn had a great week at the Class A divisionals and helped lead ...

Yahoo Sports - 27m

Arellano: They just started a Spanish-language magazine for L.A. In 2025. Why?

El Clasificado, the largest Spanish-language weekly in the United States, has started a new lifestyle magazine in an era where many print publication are dying.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

2025 NFL free agency: QB Jacoby Brissett lands with sixth different team, to back up Pro Bowler, per report

Brissett is on the road again

CBS Sports - 1d

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 - 4d

Major US airlines warn demand is slowing

In addition to two major crashes, airlines point to the uncertain economic future, plummeting government travel and reductions to corporate travel.

ABC News - 2d

Democrats Demand Answers on DOGE’s Use of AI

Members of the House Oversight Committee sent dozens of requests to federal agencies on Wednesday about their use of AI software—and how Elon Musk could benefit.

Wired - 1d

Putin, in No Hurry for Cease-Fire, Demands Ukrainian Concessions

President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia laid out a series of conditions that Ukraine might reject, but displayed a willingness to continue talks with President Trump.

The New York Times - 17h

Putin’s Cease-Fire Demands, and a Democratic Flip on the Shutdown

Plus, two astronauts’ long wait for a ride home.

The New York Times - 2h

From Maid to Mortgage Mogul: How Patty Arvielo Built a Billion-Dollar Lending Empire

Patty Arvielo built her company, New American Funding, to weather uncertainty and she still finds time to pay it forward.

Inc. - 3d

30-year vs. 15-year mortgage loans: Which is better during inflation?

Experts say both can make financial sense during inflation, depending on your circumstances and goals.

CBS News - 1d

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China and Canada impose retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods; Transgender Army major sees support from peers.

CBS News - 2d

First NHS vape clinic treating addicts as young as 11

Pilot scheme could be rolled out across England to help tackle growing nicotine problem impacting adolescents

Financial Times - 2d

5 dead, 11 injured after 17 vehicle pileup in Austin

Two adults were taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries, officials said.

CBS News - 2h

Cameron Norrie crashes to straight-sets defeat at Indian Wells by Tommy Paul

Norrie loses 6-3, 7-5 to American 10th seed in third round Former British No 1 hits double fault on match point It has been three and a half years since Cameron Norrie departed the Indian Wells ...

The Guardian - 4d

NASCAR: Christopher Bell wins his third straight race of 2025 at Phoenix

Bell beat his teammate Denny Hamlin over the final two laps.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

MLS champs Galaxy lose 4th straight to start year

Cedric Teuchert scored a goal with an assist as St. Louis City picked up their first win of the season and extended the misery of the defending champion Los Angeles Galaxy with a 3-0 victory Sunday ...

ESPN - 4d

Ratcliffe’s straight-talking gunslinger act dissolves into double-speak | Barney Ronay

On Manchester United’s job losses, finances and new stadium, it takes hawk-like focus to work out what the co-owner is actually saying. A core strength of Ineos is direct accountability. Matrix ...

The Guardian - 2d

Penguins Top Blues In 5-3 Thriller To Win Third Straight

For the third consecutive game, the Pittsburgh Penguins were pretty steeply outshot by their opposition.

Yahoo Sports - 6h

Maggie Haberman: Stock market drop not something Trump, aides can ‘explain away’

New York Times political correspondent and CNN contributor Maggie Haberman said the drop in the stock market is not something President Trump or his aides can “explain away.” Haberman joined CNN’s ...

The Hill - 2d

'The Bondsman' star Kevin Bacon on the role he has no interest in resurrecting

In the L.A. Times studio at the 2025 SXSW Film and TV Festival, Bacon talked about 'The Bondsman,' 'Tremors' and his love for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Los Angeles Times - 6d

Trump Wants to Kill Carried Interest. Wall Street Will Fight to Keep It.

President Trump has been trying to eliminate the tax loophole, which benefits Wall Street, but Congressional Republicans may stand in the way.

The New York Times - 5d

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 ...

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