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Tennis participation grows to more than 25M players in the US even as pickleball's popularity surges
The U.S. Tennis Association says participation in the sport around the United States rose to 25.7 million players in 2024ABC News - Feb. 19 -
Texas to eliminate spring game, joining growing list of college football teams opting for NFL-style OTAs
Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian is the latest coach to do away with the traditional formatCBS Sports - Feb. 20 -
Warren Buffett’s growing cash pile and 3 other things to watch for in Berkshire’s investor letter
Investors are awaiting Berkshire Hathaway Chairman Warren Buffett’s annual investor letter, in which he typically expounds on Berkshire’s performance along with anecdotes and vignettes about ...MarketWatch - Feb. 21 -
Yankees throw out one of baseball's most notorious traditions: Players can now grow beards
For the first time in nearly 50 years, the New York Yankees are allowing players to grow "well-groomed beards."CNBC - Feb. 21 -
Patricia Arquette on Trump, communes, art and ageing: ‘When I was growing up the whole world was pretty creepy’
She won hearts with True Romance – and an Oscar for Boyhood. The actor reflects on her TV show Severance, political chaos in the US and why human beings are a disaster. If escaping the world by ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
Trump will meet French and UK leaders as uncertainty grows about US ties to Europe
President Donald Trump holds talks this week with French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at a moment of deep uncertainty about the future of transatlantic relationsABC News - Feb. 24 -
LaVar Ball says 'everyone heard' about his amputated foot: 'If I wanted to, I'd grow it back!'
LaVar Ball — father of NBA players LaMelo and Lonzo Ball as well as rising hip-hop star LiAngelo — confirms on TikTok that his right foot has been amputated.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24 -
How digitally native companies like Rothy's are growing profitably in a new era for retail
Flats maker Rothy's is growing profitably after expanding into wholesale and building its store fleet. In 2024, it saw sales grow 17%.CNBC - Feb. 25 -
How digitally native companies like Rothy's are growing profitably in a new era for retail
Direct-to-consumer footwear brand Rothy’s just recorded its best year on record after the company appointed retail veteran Jenny Ming, one of the co-founders of Old Navy, as its CEO.NBC News - Feb. 25 -
Japanese auto sector’s $18bn Mexico bet grows risky under Trump tariff threat
New deals on pause as threatened duties undermine premise for investmentFinancial Times - 6d -
Tesla Stock Falls 8% as Concerns About Elon Musk’s Political Role Grow
The electric-car maker’s stock has had a bumpy ride since the victory of President Trump, who has given Tesla’s chief, Elon Musk, a role in Washington.The New York Times - 6d -
Vanderbilt guard Mikayla Blakes eager to grow thanks to attention from her record-setting play
Vanderbilt freshman Mikayla Blakes knows each time she drops the ball in the basket it will bring more attentionABC News - 6d -
T.J. Maxx parent sees broad sales grow, as demand from all income groups rose
Full-year outlook was below current expectations, as it assumes a ‘small negative impact’ from China tariffs.MarketWatch - 6d -
Ukraine’s economy could grow by 5% next year if hostilities end, EBRD says
European reconstruction bank will help rebuild country if peace is agreed but a lasting end to conflict is needed. The war-torn Ukrainian economy could expand by 5% next year if a ceasefire is ...The Guardian - 5d -
As Texas measles outbreak grows, here's what to know about the disease, vaccines and response
The measles outbreak in Texas has quickly grown to 146 cases. One child has died. NBC News answers readers' questions about the disease, vaccines and government response.NBC News - 3d -
NFL combine 2025: Jalen Milroe's hands grow by more than half an inch since Senior Bowl last month
Milroe's hands have grown by 5/8 inchesCBS Sports - 3d -
House budget resolution is 'screw America bill,' House Democrat says
Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.) on Sunday called a budget resolution that was recently adopted by House Republicans a “screw America bill.” “It's the screw America bill, and let me tell you why,” ...The Hill - 2d -
What's in the House GOP budget plan?
The House is expected to vote on a budget plan this week. It will be a key test to see if Republicans can unify around President Trump's agenda. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion ...CBS News - Feb. 24 -
House budget resolution vote expected
The House of Representatives is expected to vote on a budget plan that would extend cuts to several parts of government spending. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.CBS News - Feb. 25 -
Will Johnson's budget plan pass in the House?
House Speaker Mike Johnson says the lower chamber is very close to having enough votes to pass the budget plan that President Trump endorsed. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.CBS News - Feb. 25 -
The huge risks facing Starmer at Trump meeting
When Sir Keir Starmer touches down in Washington next week, he will be treading a fine diplomatic line.BBC News - Feb. 20 -
Georgia Republican faces crowd angered by DOGE layoffs
Rep. Rich McCormick faced a crowd at a town hall in Roswell, Georgia, that expressed anger about the layoffs and cuts implemented by Elon Musk's DOGE team.NBC News - Feb. 21 -
Delta faces first lawsuit in Toronto plane crash
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first lawsuit in ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Transcript: Steve Witkoff on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of an interview with Steve Witkoff, President Trump's Middle East special envoy, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 23, 2025.CBS News - Feb. 23 -
Face the Nation: Curtis, Van Hollen, Gottlieb
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on...Republican Sen. John Curtis of Utah says Elon Musk needs to bring a "dose of compassion" to his treatment of federal workers who are being fired ...CBS News - Feb. 23 -
The fragile ceasefire in Gaza faces a key deadline. Will it last?
The first phase of the ceasefire that paused 15 months of brutal warfare between Israel and Hamas militants is set to end on SaturdayABC News - Feb. 24 -
Flick hopeful Yamal is fit to face Atleti in Copa
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick is optimistic Lamine Yamal will be fit to face Atlético Madrid in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinal at the Olympic Stadium on Tuesday.ESPN - Feb. 25 -
Arenado says trip to face Yanks not a 'showcase'
Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado made the three-hour, cross-state drive to play in an exhibition game Wednesday against the Yankees, among the teams that may be open to acquiring him in a trade.ESPN - 5d -
5 obstacles facing the GOP tax agenda
The House voted Tuesday to pass a budget resolution that will act as the blueprint for the GOP’s domestic agenda, with the extension of President Trump's 2017 tax cuts at the center. While the bill ...The Hill - 5d -
Abortion medication faces RFK Jr. scrutiny
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story How RFK Jr. could restrict abortion medication Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ...The Hill - 4d -
Trump-Ukraine deal faces doubts on Capitol Hill
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Lawmakers skeptical of Trump’s Ukraine deal Lawmakers in both ...The Hill - 4d -
Mexico sends cartel suspects to U.S. to face charges
Mexico has sent 29 cartel suspects detained in Mexico to the U.S. to face charges. This comes as Mexico navigates potential new tariffs on goods sent to the U.S.CBS News - 4d -
Faces of the Combine: Effort, intensity and memorable expressions
300 draft prospects are in Indianapolis, each with a crucial opportunity to showcase his skills.ESPN - 2d -
How Spitalfields reflects the ever-changing face of London
What can east London's Spitalfields show us about the changing patterns of immigration in the UK?BBC News - 1d -
Chipotle praised for ‘quality and size’ as it faces a ‘choppier’ consumer
Chipotle Mexican Grill’s stock rose Monday after the restaurant chain picked up a fresh upgrade from Morgan Stanley and the company’s chief executive reiterated comments about managing the impact ...MarketWatch - 1d -
Lyon boss faces lengthy ban for confronting ref
Paulo Fonseca's red card is the latest incident in an ongoing row of respect of match officials in France.ESPN - 1d -
USWNT to face China in pair of April friendlies
The United States women's national team will face China in a pair of games this spring as head coach Emma Hayes continues to evaluate players who will help her squad on the road toward the 2027 ...ESPN - 16h -
Raducanu could face Gauff at Indian Wells
Britain's Emma Raducanu will play world number three Coco Gauff in the second round at Indian Wells - if she can beat Japan's Moyuka Uchijima.BBC News - 12h -
In Face of Trump Tariffs, Mexico Embraces Nationalism
Before the tariffs went into effect, approval ratings for President Claudia Sheinbaum rose and companies began marketing “Made in Mexico” products.The New York Times - 6h
