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Oil Gains on Heightened Geopolitical Risks, Supply Concerns
Oil futures were higher in European trade, on signs of tightness in the market and growing geopolitical concerns and despite a stronger dollar.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Shohei Ohtani says he never gambled on sports
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani on Monday said he never bet on baseball or any other sport and said his interpreter Ippei Mizuhura had stolen money from his account.CNN - Top stories -
Shohei Ohtani addresses media amid gambling probe
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani spoke to the media for the first time since his interpreter was fired after his lawyers accused the interpreter of stealing millions from Ohtani to use for gambling purposes. Ohtani said Monday he did not bet ...CBS News - Top stories -
Leadership shakeup at Boeing amid safety investigations
Boeing announced Monday that its CEO, Dave Calhoun, will step down at the end of the year. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave explains what the news means for the aviation giant.CBS News - Top stories -
Oil Inches Lower With Focus on Geopolitical Risks, OPEC+ Policy
Oil prices inched lower after the UN passed a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and OPEC+ delegates reportedly said they see no need to change supply policy at a review meeting next week.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Ferguson boss sacked as more ferry delays 'likely'
David Tydemen was head of the company building two delayed and over-budget CalMac ferries.BBC News - Top stories -
Nuggets' Porter backs brother amid betting probe
Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. said he's sure younger brother Jontay would never do anything to jeopardize his budding NBA career.ESPN - Sports - NBA -
Chevron manager jailed in Venezuela amid crackdown on government critics
The Associated Press has learned that a former Venezuelan fighter pilot jailed in Venezuela in February for his ties to a prominent human rights attorney is an employee of U.S. oil firm ChevronABC News - World -
UN calls for humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza amid urgent efforts to avoid famine
António Guterres says Palestinian people ‘remain stuck in a non-stop nightmare’ as Israel stands accused of blocking aid. Middle East crisis – live updatesAntónio Guterres, the UN secretary general, has again called for a humanitarian ...The Guardian - World - United Nations -
Amid Kate frenzy, hospital responds to Catherine's reported medical-records breach
As public interest into Kate Middleton's health intensifies, the London Clinic responds to a report that her medical records were illegally accessed.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Self: Thoughts were on next season amid KU slide
Kansas coach Bill Self said he wasn't surprised by the Jayhawks' early exit from the NCAA tournament, as injuries left them with just eight healthy scholarship players.ESPN - Sports -
Israeli defense minister to visit D.C. amid tensions over Gaza
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant will visit Washington to meet with senior U.S. leaders on Sunday, the Israeli government announced, as tensions continue to rise between the Biden administration and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
Thousands celebrate Palm Sunday in Jerusalem amid war in region
Thousands of Christians celebrated Palm Sunday in Jerusalem, kicking off the first day of Holy Week while the war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas persists in the region. Swarms of the faithful attended the traditional ...The Hill - Politics -
Sinopec’s profit fell in 2023 amid oil market volatility
The company said it expects international oil prices to “fluctuate at medium to high levels” in 2024.MarketWatch - Business -
Boeing CEO, other executives stepping down amid safety crisis
Three senior Boeing executives including its CEO are stepping down, the company said Monday, as the company continues to deal with an ongoing scandal and federal investigation into the safety of its passenger jets.NBC News - Top stories -
Ericsson to lay off 1,200 employees in Sweden amid mobile markets’ slump
The Swedish telecoms company has said a slowdown in investment in mobile infrastructure will continue impacting its sales in 2024.MarketWatch - Business -
Muslims observe Ramadan amid tension of Israel-Hamas war
Muslims are observing the holy month of Ramadan while the war in Gaza continues. Imtiaz Tyab takes a look at how the ongoing bloodshed is affecting observances at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in East Jerusalem.CBS News - World - Israel -
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Chick-fil-A adjusts chicken quality standards: What to know about the changes
What to know about the chicken changes hitting Chick-fil-A.ABC News - Top stories -
Wilf, Vikes eye playoff contention amid QB change
Speaking to reporters on Monday for the first time since Minnesota finished its 2023 season with a 7-10 record, Vikings owner/president Mark Wilf was adamant that "we believe the way we're building this is going to get to sustained success."ESPN - Sports - NFL -
Binance executive detained in Nigeria amid a crypto crackdown has escaped custody
Authorities in Nigeria say an executive of global cryptocurrency exchange Binance has escaped custody in the West African nation where a criminal investigation has been launched against the platform accused of being used for money launderingABC News - World - Crypto -
Stocks Finish Lower, Led by Nasdaq
U.S. stocks finished lower, with the S&P 500 creeping further from its recent record highs.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Mick Mulvaney defends Ronna McDaniel amid NBC turmoil
Former White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney is dismissing criticism NBC News is facing from some of the network's biggest stars over its decision to hire former Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel as a paid contributor. "This ...The Hill - Politics -
Biden administration’s Gaza strategy panned as ‘mess’ amid clashing goals
Strain of aiming to influence Israel’s actions without leverage and also avoiding starvation is showing, say analysts. Israeli PM’s handling of US relations under scrutinyThe Biden administration’s policy on Gaza has been widely criticised as ...The Guardian - World - Joe Biden -
NBC Drops Former RNC Chief Ronna McDaniel Amid Backlash
Hiring of former Republican National Committee Chairwoman sparked an unprecedented on-air backlash from anchors and commentators.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Japan dietary supplement recalled amid investigation into two deaths and 100 hospitalisations
Cholesterol-lowering supplements containing ‘beni koji’ recalled by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical over possible link to kidney disease. A nationwide recall of a dietary supplement that lowers cholesterol has been issued in Japan amid concerns it could ...The Guardian - World - Japan -
Rishi Sunak doesn’t help his chances amid a dire public realm
Despite voter concerns, PM will pledge to cut spending — moving the Tory platform further away from BritonsFinancial Times - World -
Gambling scandal underscores Shohei Ohtani's separateness
The Japanese superstar debuts in L.A. after accusing his interpreter and friend of stealing millions.ESPN - Sports -
Amid air raids and electricity shortages, a Ukrainian artist paints the Russian invasion
For Sana Shahmuradova Tanska, art-making became a compulsive way to process the anxiety of living in a war zone. To look at Sana Shahmuradova Tanska’s paintings is to sense that something is awry, without quite knowing why. A series of canvases ...The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
NFL mock draft: Trades galore as one of the best QB prospects slides outside the top 10
Charles McDonald and Nate Tice's latest mock draft has five quarterbacks off the board in the top 13, a big-time weapon for Aaron Rodgers and some steals in the second half of the first round.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
Cardona sends FAFSA recommendations to states as applications lag amid multiple problems
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona sent a letter to governors Tuesday outlining recommendations to help increase completion of Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms and ease stress on students in the process. The new FAFSA ...The Hill - Politics -
NBC Drops Former RNC Chief Ronna McDaniel Amid Backlash
Hiring of former Republican National Committee Chairwoman sparked an unprecedented on-air backlash from anchors and commentators.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
NHL Power Rankings: Avalanche cling to the top spot amid stellar stretch
Nathan MacKinnon and company are playing their best hockey at the right time.CBS Sports - Sports - NHL -
Migrants using deadly Arizona border crossing amid Texas crackdown
As Texas continues its crackdown on illegal border crossings, many migrants are attempting to cross the border in Arizona. But that crossing can be much more dangerous. Camilo Montoya-Galvez gets a first-hand look at the risky route.CBS News - Top stories - Arizona -
Ad Forecaster Raises 2024 Prediction Amid Improving Economic Outlook
While the U.S. ad market in 2023 was ‘relatively resilient,’ the outlook for 2024 looks stronger, according to Magna.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Amid wars and White House race, celebs weigh risks of speaking out
Celebrities went all in during the 2020 and 2016 White House races, but they are proceeding with more caution this election cycle with an expected Biden-Trump rematch looming as multiple wars rage around the world. Annie Lennox knows firsthand ...The Hill - Politics -
Tesla has had a ‘nightmare’ first quarter amid weak China demand
Wedbush’s Dan Ives trims his stock-price target for Tesla to $300 from $315 after a “perfect storm” of issues.MarketWatch - Business - China -
NYC plans to test gun scanners in subway system amid increased crime
New York City plans to test weapons detection technology in the subway system in response to transit crime, the mayor announced Thursday.ABC News - Top stories -
Rockets' Tari Eason taunts Warriors with trash talk amid playoff push
Rockets forward Tari Eason taunted the Warriors with trash talk amid Houston bearing down on Golden State for the Western Conference's final play-in tournament spot.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
Israeli delegation visit to Washington to be rescheduled amid diplomatic strains
NBC News Foreign Correspondent Raf Sanchez joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the diplomatic relationship between the U.S. and Israel as the war in Gaza continues.NBC News - Politics - Israel