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American academics seek exile as Trump attacks universities
Professors flee elite US institutions in the face of what many characterise as a direct assault on education and scienceFinancial Times - 4d -
Who actually runs Columbia University? | Arjun Appadurai and Sheldon Pollock
Trustees aren’t academics – and they’re often political wolves in sheep’s clothing. We need reform to save the American university as we know it. Late on Friday evening, the trustees of Columbia ...The Guardian - 3d -
Americans react to the president's trade policy
Five Americans share their view on the sweeping import taxes the president has announced.BBC News - 1d -
Brace yourself: Trump’s trade war is about to make Americans poorer
It’s a mad quest, and working Americans will pay dearly for it.The Hill - 11h -
Top 100 2027 recruit Kaneilius Purdy reflects on FSU commitment
The Lake Wales (Fla.) High School star loves the academics and athletics opportunities available to him at FSU.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Trump has gone too far — and Americans are noticing
Trump's actions on immigration, executive orders, spending, tariffs and the Department of Government Efficiency have alienated many Americans, who are concerned about his disregard for democratic ...The Hill - 2d -
More Americans worried about financial issues: Gallup
More Americans are now worried about financial issues, including affordability, inflation and the federal budget deficit, along with health care and Social Security, according to a survey released ...The Hill - 1d -
American businesses share differing perspectives of Trump's tariffs
The Southern Shrimp Alliance, which represents the U.S. shrimp industry is praising the Trump administration's tariffs on nearly all foreign imports. American business owners who import products, ...CBS News - 1d -
Sex Pistols announce first North American tour in 22 years
The Sex Pistols, the legendary English punk band, last went on a North American tour in 2003.CBS News - Mar. 28 -
UNC basketball commit stands out at McDonald's All-American practice
UNC basketball commit Caleb Wilson earned praise at the McDonald's All-American practice.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
More Americans Cannot Afford Medical Care: Gallup Poll
A new survey found that 11 percent of Americans said they could not pay for medication and medical treatments.The New York Times - 2d -
Congo commutes death sentences of 3 Americans convicted in failed coup
Malanga's 21-year-old son Marcel was among the Americans convicted for participating in the coup plot that left six deadCBS News - 2d -
Death Sentences Commuted for 3 Americans Over Failed Congo Coup
The three Americans had their sentences reduced to life imprisonment ahead of an expected visit from a Trump official.The New York Times - 2d -
For Chinese auto part suppliers, Americans are picking up the tab for Trump's tariffs
President Donald Trump's auto tariffs will most likely be shouldered by American consumers, Chinese auto parts suppliers say.NBC News - 2d -
'Americans are getting sicker,' according to RFK Jr. Here's what the data shows.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said a restructure is needed at HHS due to Americans "getting sicker." But are they? Here's what the data shows.ABC News - 12h -
'The Penguin Lessons,' starring a teacher's pet, has feel-good movie moments down cold
Supremely dry and subtle, Steve Coogan saves this real-life story, about an adopted penguin and an academic rescued from his loneliness, from sentimental excess.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 28 -
Yuval Noah Harari: ‘How Do We Share the Planet With This New Superintelligence?’
The academic and author discusses what to expect from the singularity, the need for AI self-correcting mechanisms, and what hope there is for superintelligence safeguarding democracy.Wired - 3d -
US embassy in Syria tells Americans to leave, warns of 'potential imminent attacks'
The American embassy in Syria has warned all U.S. citizens to leave the country due to "the increased possibility of attacks" during the Eid al-Fitr holiday.ABC News - 6d -
Americans are beginning to fear dissent. That’s exactly what Trump wants | Robert Reich
Attacks on the pillars of civil society are chilling speech. But American democracy was built on criticism. I was talking recently to a friend who’s a professor at Columbia University about what’s ...The Guardian - 4d -
Meet the 2025 McDonald's All-American rosters for the boys East and West teams
Cameron Boozer, AJ Dybantsa and more take center stage at the 2025 McDonald's All-American game. Check out the teams in their East and West uniforms.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
How to watch 2025 McDonald's All American Game events
The McDonald's All American Games will hold its annual Sprite Jam Fest and boys and girls games between Monday and Tuesday. See the schedule here.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Meet the 2025 McDonald's All-American rosters for the girls East and West teams
Aaliyah Chavez, Sienna Betts and more take center stage at the 2025 McDonald's All-American game. Check out the teams in their East and West uniforms.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Breaking down the 2025 McDonald's All American girls' game
Everything you need to know about the 2025 McDonald's All American girls' game on Tuesday (6:30 p.m. ET, ESPN2).ESPN - 3d -
Trump’s Tariff Agenda Bets on Americans Giving Up Cheap Goods
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent argues that the American dream is about more than cheap televisions, but inflation-weary consumers might disagree.The New York Times - 2d -
How did Arkansas basketball recruits perform in McDonald's All-American Game?
Two Arkansas basketball signees and one big-time target played in the McDonald's All-American Game. Here's our scouting report from the action in Brooklyn.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Aaliyah Chavez wins girls McDonald's All-American 3-point contest
Aaliyah Chavez, the No. 1 high-school recruit in the country and Oklahoma basketball commit, won the McDonald's All-American 3-point contest.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
South Of Midnight Review - A Love Letter To The American Deep South
South of Midnight is a remarkable celebration of the myths, sounds, culture, and language of the American Deep South, using the framework of a 3D action-platformer to spin a yarn about contending ...GameSpot - 1d -
What Does Gen Z Want in France? American Beauty Brands.
Young American beauty brands have become more relevant than their legacy French competitors, according to some Gen-Z customers at a cosmetics pop-up.The New York Times - 11h -
DWU's Emma Yost earns NAIA All-American third team honors
Mar. 31—MITCHELL — Dakota Wesleyan University women's basketball player Emma Yost was named an NAIA All-American on Monday, earning a spot on the third team. The 6-foot sophomore forward from ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Almost 40 percent of Americans report facing extreme weather: Survey
Nearly 40 percent of Americans experienced extreme weather last year — and those who did were more likely to be concerned about climate change, according to new polling. Gallup found that 37 ...The Hill - 3d -
Social Security isn't the third rail of American politics any more
Team Trump seems to have concluded that Social Security is no longer the “third rail of American politics” — that they can touch it and live to tell the tale. It will be up to voters to prove them ...The Hill - 3d -
Local notebook: Mayville State's Mackenzie Hughes earns All-American honors
Apr. 1—GRAND FORKS — Mayville State's Mackenzie Hughes, a former Thompson High School standout, has been named to the NAIA All-American team. Hughes averaged 20.9 points and shot 45.1 percent from ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
More Americans see permanent Gaza ceasefire as priority: Survey
More Americans now see a permanent ceasefire in Gaza as a priority, according to a new The Associated Press-NORC Research Center poll. When asked about the level of importance of negotiating a ...The Hill - 3d -
Four-Star Ezavier Crowell Pledges to 2026 Navy All-American Bowl
Running back Ezavier Crowell (Jackson, AL/ Jackson High School), the four-star prosect has officially accepted his invitation to the 2026 Navy All-American Bowl.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Quarterback Landon Duckworth Commits to 2026 Navy All-American Bowl
Quarterback Landon Duckworth (Jackson, AL/ Jackson High School), the four-star prosect has officially accepted his invitation to the 2026 Navy All-American Bowl.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Shadarius Toodle Accepts Navy All-American Bowl Invitation
Auburn commit Shadarius Toodle (Mobile, AL/ Cottage Hill Christian School), the four-star prosect has officially accepted his invitation to the 2026 Navy All-American Bowl.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Arkansas signees, five-star target to play in McDonald's All-American Game
Before they head to Fayetteville to start their college careers, five-star guards Darius Acuff Jr. and Meleek Thomas will have all eyes on them in the McDonald's All-American Game on Tuesday ...Yahoo Sports - 3d
