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Stocks are falling but are they getting any cheaper? It's hard to say right now
In moments of widespread uncertainty, a stock's price-to-earnings ratio may be difficult to trust.CNBC - 19h -
She Reclaimed America’s No. 1 Tennis Ranking. Now She Has an Opportunity.
Jessica Pegula’s 2024 clay-court season was derailed by injury. That gives her a free hit for 2025.The New York Times - 20h -
Paige Bueckers Was a UConn Legend. Now She’s a National Champion, Too.
The story of UConn and the narrative of women’s basketball emergence cannot be told without Bueckers.The New York Times - 20h -
Even Though It's Not Now, PWHL Remains In Viivi Vainikka's Future
Viivi Vainikka, one of the top available players on the market for the 2025 PWHL Draft, signed a contract with Brynäs in the SDHL, confirming she would not be declaring for the draft.Yahoo Sports - 16h -
Florida Republicans won. Now let’s get back to work.
Republicans Jimmy Patronis and Randy Fine won special elections in Florida, despite being out-fundraised. The media is wrong in characterizing the contests a close and spelling doom for Republicans ...The Hill - 16h -
Inside the mine housing the federal government's retirement records, now in DOGE's spotlight
A mine in Pennsylvania is largely still how the federal government manages the documents of the 100,000 or so retirements from federal service each year.NBC News - 11h -
‘Natty or Not’ Influencer Kenny Boulet Wants People to Be More Honest About Steroids
The fitness influencer Kenny Boulet, who asks gymgoers if they’re “natty or not,” wants people to be more honest about their steroid use.The New York Times - 5d -
Masters Tournament 101: History, tradition, records and terminology at Augusta National Golf Club
Take a look at some answers to frequently asked questions of the Masters Tournament and Augusta National.Yahoo Sports - 20h -
Inside Payton Pritchard's rise with the Boston Celtics and the trade that never happened
He very nearly ended up playing somewhere else, having asked for a trade from Boston earlier in his career.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Trump Blocked America’s Front Door to China. Now He’s Closing Back Doors.
The U.S. tariffs on transshipment countries like Vietnam and Cambodia are so steep that they could force a major reassessment of global supply chains.The New York Times - 4d -
What next for climate activism now Just Stop Oil is ‘hanging up the hi-vis’?
After three years, thousands of arrests and a state crackdown on protests, the group is ending direct action after a polarising campaign. On the morning of Valentine’s Day 2022, Hannah Hunt stood ...The Guardian - 3d -
Crocs' big bet on personalization paid off. Here's how it happened - and what investors are keeping an eye on now.
Crocs made cultural resurgence driven by personalization and celebrity partnerships. But its acquisition of HeyDude could present a threat to future growth.CNBC - 2d -
They once thought playing Coachella was 'unattainable' and 'legendary.' Now these SoCal musicians prepare to take its stage
Coachella is right around the corner. This is how these musicians, who were born and raised in the Southern California region, are getting ready.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Americans who want to retire now ‘don’t look at the day-to-day fluctuations,’ Sec. Bessent says
Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent on Meet the Press responds to Americans who have seen their 401(k)s hit by President Trump’s tariffs and stock market uncertainty, claiming those who want to retire ...NBC News - 1d -
Alabama baseball drops SEC series at Auburn, now 7-5 in conference play
The Alabama Crimson Tide dropped the SEC baseball series to the Auburn Tigers this past weekend, winning only one-of-three games.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
We passed the 1.5C climate threshhold. We must now explore extreme options | Sir David King
We do not have the luxury of rejecting solutions before we have thoroughly investigated their risks, trade-offs and feasibility. As a lifelong scientist, I have always believed that if something is ...The Guardian - 1d -
Vote now for Gadsden Times boys and girls Athlete of the Week of March 31-April 4
Alabama high school sports: Vote for Gadsden Times boys and girls Athlete of the Week of March 31 to April 4, with spring sports in full swing.Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Fantasy Baseball: Rafael Devers is fine, and so is your struggling stud you should not trade now
The most extreme example can be the most demonstrative oneCBS Sports - 19h -
CEOs think the U.S. is 'probably in a recession right now,' says BlackRock's Larry Fink
The asset management executive also said that the he thinks the tariffs of President Donald Trump could put upward pressure on inflation.CNBC - 15h -
Eli Tomac on May 2025 return: 'Goal as of now is MX Round 1, would love to sneak in the last round of SX'
Eli Tomac is back on the bike, practicing to return in May.Yahoo Sports - 12h -
Florida coach Todd Golden and Jim Valvano now share eerily similar March Madness history
Okay, this is absolutely fascinating March Madness history.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Republican Plan to Kill California’s E.V. Policies Hits Senate Snag
The Trump administration asked Republicans in Congress to stop California’s ban on new gas-powered cars. The Senate parliamentarian said it wasn’t allowed.The New York Times - 3d -
What will happen on 'The White Lotus' finale? Fans share their theories
We asked readers to tell us what they thought would happen on 'The White Lotus' Season 3 finale. They ranged from simple to elaborate.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
The Holocaust Story I Said I Wouldn’t Write
For years, my friend’s father asked me to recount his childhood escape from the Nazis. Why did it take me this long?The New York Times - 2d -
Stay in LA campaign holds rally to encourage local film production
A grassroots organization holds a rally to bring attention to the struggling entertainment industry and asks state and local government officials to join forces to boost local production.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Bryson DeChambeau interview: My new driver design will be huge throughout golf
Bryson DeChambeau laughs when he is asked if he would prefer an extra five million followers on social media – or to win another major.Yahoo Sports - 14h -
Which draft prospect does Les Snead remember missing on? He went all the way back to 2010
Les Snead was asked which prospect he missed on during the pre-draft process and he quickly recalled Jimmy Graham in 2010Yahoo Sports - 13h -
The 2028 Summer Games in ... Oklahoma? Here are the Olympic events being held outside California
Oklahoma City officials are being asked to provide a $34.5 million guarantee to host canoe slalom and softball events for Los Angeles' 2028 Summer Games.Yahoo Sports - 13h -
Trey McBride vows to try to break his hurdling habit
After Trey McBride signed a four-year, $76 million extension, he was asked whether he had a new clause in his contract banning hurdling.Yahoo Sports - 8h -
Elite 2026 RB recruit Javian Osborne compares Notre Dame to a historic NFL franchise
When asked what he thinks about Notre Dame’s football program, elite 2026 RB Javian Osborne compared the Irish to the Dallas Cowboys.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
A Tariffs Cheat Sheet
An escalating global trade war has tanked markets and plunged corporate America into chaos. DealBook asked economists, investors and other experts to help make sense of what’s next.The New York Times - 2d -
Sanders on law firms making deals with Trump: 'Absolute cowardice'
Sen. Bernie Sanders slammed law firms coming to deals with President Trump in an interview that aired Sunday. “What do you make of the law firms cutting deals?” CBS News’s Robert Costa asked ...The Hill - 1d -
'Appalling attitude from the players'
Celtic fans, we asked for your views on the 1-0 defeat to St Johnstone at the weekend. David: It was obvious from kick off that the Celtic players were complacent and their opponents were much ...Yahoo Sports - 22h -
'We are so far off the required level'
Hearts fans, we asked for your views on the 1-0 defeat to Dundee United at the weekend. The next two games are crucial for Neil Critchley, our form doesn't deserve top six as it stands. You know ...Yahoo Sports - 22h -
Trump on possibility of sending American inmates to El Salvador prison: 'I love that'
President Trump said Sunday he would “love” to send American inmates to El Salvador’s mega-prison but first needs to check if it’s legal. Speaking with reporters on Air Force One, Trump was asked ...The Hill - 18h -
Wonder drug or waste of money? The truth about fish oil supplements
We asked experts on what are the benefits and risks of taking the highly touted supplement. This is what they said. Fish oil is a perennial wellness topic, partly because there’s so much ...The Guardian - 18h -
Donald Trump says he is not looking at pausing tariffs as US markets close after rocky day – business live
US president, when asked about considering a pause in global tariffs, says ‘We’re not looking at that’. Trump threatens additional 50% tariffs on China over retaliatory levies Volatility grips ...The Guardian - 13h -
Inter boss Simone Inzaghi believes Bayern Munich are favourites for Champions League clash
Serie A champions Inter take on Bayern Munich tomorrow in the quarter-final of the UEFA Champions League and Simone Inzaghi was asked about the clash today.The first leg will be played at the ...Yahoo Sports - 13h -
Madonna and Elton John make peace after decades-long strained relationship
Briton apologised for his ‘big mouth’ and asked for forgiveness, saying he had written a song for the female star. Madonna has said she has “buried the hatchet” with Sir Elton John and hinted she ...The Guardian - 11h -
Report: Chelsea gather information on Serie A star with big summer move a possibility
Chelsea have asked for information on AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan as they weigh up a possible move according to reports.It’s set to be a busy summer for the Blues, with it believed the club ...Yahoo Sports - 2h
