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Tom Robbins, comic novelist of US counterculture, dies aged 92
Author of books including Even Cowgirls Get the Blues and Another Roadside Attraction, was known for his outlandish tales of sex, drugs and mysticism. Tom Robbins, whose novels read like a hit of ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
Yrjö Kukkapuro, renowned Finnish chair designer, dies aged 91
‘Almost every Finn has sat on a chair he designed,’ his studio says, with his postmodern creations gracing galleries around the world. Yrjö Kukkapuro, a renowned Finnish designer whose postmodern ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
Asil Nadir, Polly Peck tycoon turned fugitive, dies aged 83
Once one of Britain’s richest men and a Conservative party donor, Nadir was found guilty in the UK of stealing millions from Polly Peck to fund a lavish lifestyle. Turkish Cypriot businessman Asil ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
Silent Witness creator Nigel McCrery dies aged 71
The writer who also created crime drama New Tricks was diagnosed with a terminal illness last year.BBC News - Feb. 10 -
China unveils ‘silver trains’ for ageing tourists to keep economy on track
Rail services catering to the elderly come as Beijing grapples with declining population and slower growthFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
Waterlily Raises $7 Million to Help Aging Americans Plan for Care
Most Americans are unprepared to cover long-term care. This startup’s AI model could change that.Inc. - Feb. 11 -
Almost half of school-age children in Australia found to have problems with sleep
Among those aged five to 12, 45% had a problem with sleep patterns compared with 37% of those between 13 and 17. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news ...The Guardian - Feb. 11 -
Man City's lack of belief and ageing team exposed by ruthless Real Madrid
Manchester City's lack of belief and ageing squad is exposed by ruthless Real Madrid to leave their Champions League hopes in danger, writes BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNultyBBC News - Feb. 12 -
Todd Blanche: Nomination to serve as deputy AG is 'my American dream'
Todd Blanche delivered his opening statement at a Senate confirmation hearing for him to serve as deputy attorney general, which he called his "American dream."NBC News - 6d -
Los Angeles’ art world steps into a dangerous new age of climate risk
Amid the devastation of the LA wildfires, cultural institutions are assessing a near future of increasingly extreme conditionsFinancial Times - 4d -
Minn. AG among those challenging Musk, DOGE's authority in latest lawsuit
Attorneys general from 14 states are challenging the authority of Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency.CBS News - 4d -
Jockey Michael O’Sullivan dies aged 24 after fall in race at Thurles
Irish jockey suffered injuries at 6 February meeting Friends pay tribute to his ‘dedication’ and ‘kind nature’ Racing was in mourning for one of its brightest young talents on Sunday after the ...The Guardian - 2d -
Connecticut AG: Musk’s DOGE work in 'utter violation' of Constitution, Appointments Clause
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong said tech billionaire Elon Musk’s actions through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are in “utter violation” of the Constitution and its ...The Hill - 4h -
Trump Trade Nominee Defends Plan to Reorder International Trade
Jamieson Greer advocated restructuring the international trading system and defended the president’s aggressive actions against Canada and Mexico as he testified before the Senate.The New York Times - Feb. 6 -
Wall Street Prepares to Defend Carried Interest, a Favored Tax Break, Again
President Trump called for ending the so-called carried interest loophole, which saves financiers billions. It’s a tax break that has survived time after time.The New York Times - Feb. 7 -
Du Plessis successfully defends middleweight belt in rematch with Strickland in UFC 312
Dricus Du Plessis didn’t like the way his first meeting with Sean Strickland ended in a split decision a little more than a year ago, so he made sure there was no doubt on Sunday at UFC 312 in SydneyABC News - Feb. 9 -
Ange Postecoglou defends Tottenham players in wake of Villa FA Cup exit
Injury-hit side beaten 2-1 in fourth round at Villa Park ‘The players are tired. They have been outstanding’ Ange Postecoglou made a passionate defence of his injury‑ravaged Tottenham squad ...The Guardian - Feb. 9 -
‘Maybe they deserve to be a bit lucky’: Slot defends lineup after Plymouth loss
Liverpool manager rests senior players for later in season Muslic’s ‘biggest moment yet to come’ in league survival Arne Slot defended his team selection after a weakened Liverpool lineup was ...The Guardian - Feb. 9 -
As Musk, Trump administration target CFPB, Democrats defend consumer watchdog
The agency is at a virtual standstill as Elon Musk's DOGE and the White House's Russell Vought take over.ABC News - Feb. 10 -
Court dismisses case against Trump's co-defendants in documents probe
A federal appeals court granted the Justice Department's request to drop the case against two of President Trump's co-defendants in the Mar-a-Lago documents probe.CBS News - Feb. 11 -
Powell defends Fed’s authority over US monetary policy
Central bank chief vows to ‘focus on the data’ rather than get dragged into political debatesFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
Some Republicans defend courts against Trump administration attacks
After Vance’s comments that “judges aren't allowed to control the executive's legitimate power,” some Republican lawmakers find themselves defending the judicial branch.ABC News - Feb. 11 -
Musk defends DOGE alongside Trump in striking Oval Office moment
Elon Musk on Tuesday defended the work of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) alongside President Trump, who invited Musk to speak and sat at the resolute desk as the tech mogul gave a ...The Hill - Feb. 11 -
Musk defends government cuts in surprise White House appearance
The tech billionaire was questioned by reporters on what Democrats have called a "hostile takeover" of government.BBC News - Feb. 11 -
Musk Joins Trump To Defend Aggressive Cost-Cutting Moves
Billionaire Elon Musk, who leads President Trump's Department of Government Efficiency, pledged full transparency in his efforts to cut wasteful federal government spending. It comes as Democrats ...NBC News - Feb. 11 -
Justice Sotomayor defends courts amid criticism from Trump and his allies
Liberal Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor said that courts must use their “soft power” to persuade people to comply with rulings on contentious issues.NBC News - 6d -
Will any Swedish politician defend the group most terrorised by the Örebro gun massacre?
In one generation, Sweden has become polyglot and cosmopolitan – but denial has met the wave of white supremacism sweeping the country. It was the worst mass shooting in Swedish history. Ten people ...The Guardian - 6d -
As Trump pushes whirlwind agenda, DOJ is challenged to defend his orders in court
As Donald Trump presses his breakneck effort to remake the government, the flurry of lawsuits pushing back have seemingly overwhelming the lawyers defending his orders.ABC News - 6d -
Elon Musk defends federal cuts, insists he has no conflict of interest
During a joint press conference appearance with President Trump Tuesday in the Oval Office, Elon Musk said his DOGE group was fighting waste, and defended the deep cuts that he has been making. ...CBS News - 6d -
Elon Musk defends DOGE as Trump orders agencies to comply with cuts
Elon Musk, the world's wealthiest man, took questions for the first time since the president gave him broad authority to overhaul the executive branch.CBS News - 6d -
CVS CEO defends pharmacy middlemen, accuses drugmakers of 'monopolistic' practices
CVS CEO David Joyner's comments come as lawmakers on both sides of the aisle and President Donald Trump have signaled interest in cracking down on PBMs.CNBC - 6d -
Google defends scrapping AI pledges and DEI goals in all-staff meeting
Exclusive: Google executives gave employees details on dropping the company’s promise against weaponized AI and nixing diversity goals. Google ’s executives gave details on Wednesday on how the ...The Guardian - 6d -
Barça defender Cubarsi pens new deal until 2029
Barcelona centre-back Pau Cubarsí has signed a contract extension through June 2029, the LaLiga club announced on Thursday.ESPN - 5d -
Trump defends Vance's stance on censorship overseas: 'Europe has to be careful'
President Trump on Friday played defense when asked about Vice President Vance's recent scolding of European leaders about the impacts of immigration and what he decried as restrictions on free ...The Hill - 3d -
Cook Islands PM defends signing of wide-ranging deal with China
Mark Brown says Beijing deal that covers trade, investment, oceans, infrastructure and transport complements ties with New Zealand. The Cook Islands says it has signed a deal to expand relations ...The Guardian - 1d -
Delaware Bill Seeks to Defend Its Place as the Corporate State
After a bruising battle with Elon Musk, the state where most of the S&P 500 is incorporated, is making itself more pliable for boards and big shareholders.Inc. - 2h -
Trump defends excluding Ukraine from peace talks in Saudi Arabia
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with top Russian officials in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday to discuss the war in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he will not accept any ...CBS News - 54m -
Paul Plishka, whose Metropolitan Opera career spanned 51 years, dies at age 83
Paul Plishka, a powerful bass with a ready smile and hearty laugh who sang 1,672 performances at the Metropolitan Opera over 51 years, has diedABC News - Feb. 5
