Russia Begins Assault on Ukrainian-Occupied Town of Sudzha in Kursk Region

Moscow’s military advances on the town of Sudzha may deprive Kyiv of a bargaining chip in peace talks.

The New York Times - Mar. 11

Big 12 is getting roasted for its 'assault to the eyes' basketball court

Emblazoned with hundreds of stylized Big 12 logos, the court has become the butt of jokes for college basketball fans.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

NYC Subway Crime Report Shows Random Assaults Outnumber Robberies

While crime remains rare in the New York City subway, a surge in unpredictable attacks, not motivated by theft, signals a worrisome shift.

The New York Times - Mar. 14

Sean Combs’s Lawyers Say Video of Hallway Assault Was Altered

The video, a critical piece of the prosecution’s case, shows the music mogul beating and kicking his girlfriend at a hotel in 2016.

The New York Times - Mar. 14

Slowly, Ukrainian Women Are Beginning to Talk About Sexual Assault in the War

Thousands of women may have been raped by Russian soldiers, experts say, but have kept quiet for fear of the stigma. But that is changing.

The New York Times - Mar. 15

The US assault on free speech is not going to end with Mahmoud Khalil

The significance of the Trump administration’s arrest and threat to deport the Palestinian activist cannot be overstated. It’s 2027 and you’re doom-scrolling in your apartment while eating a single ...

The Guardian - Mar. 15

East African Housekeepers Face Rape, Assault and Death in Saudi Arabia

East African leaders and Saudi royals are among those profiting off a lucrative, deadly trade in domestic workers.

The New York Times - Mar. 16

‘I aggressed you’: Jonathan Majors reportedly admits to assault in audio recording

Actor known for his Creed III and Marvel roles seemingly confirms strangling his ex-girlfriend in recording. Jonathan Majors evidently admitted to battering ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari in an ...

The Guardian - Mar. 18

JPMorgan changes DEI to DOI as companies respond to Trump assault on ‘equity’

Bank is latest big company to adjust approach to diversity following US president’s election

Financial Times - 6d

Russia accuses an 'unfriendly state of planning the 2004 Moscow concert hall assault

Yahoo News - 6d

Russia accuses an 'unfriendly state' of planning the 2004 Moscow concert hall assault

One year since the Moscow concert hall attack killed 145 people, Russian officials have asserted that it was planned and organized by “the special services of an unfriendly state.”

ABC News - 6d

Ukraine war briefing: Russia launches deadly drone assault on Kyiv

Overnight raid triggers fires in capital; talks involving Ukrainian, US and Russian officials due to start in Saudi Arabia. What we know on day 1,124. Russia launched an overnight drone attack on ...

The Guardian - 5d

Gérard Depardieu to appear in Paris court over sexual assault allegations

Actor, 76, denies claims made by assistant director and set designer who worked with him on Les Volets Verts. Gérard Depardieu will become the most high-profile French person to stand trial on ...

The Guardian - 4d

Gérard Depardieu Trial Begins Over Sexual Assault Allegations

The French actor faces charges in a case involving two women working on the set of a movie in which he starred.

The New York Times - 3d

Gérard Depardieu appears in Paris court for trial on sexual assault charges

Actor is expected to testify on Tuesday over allegations by two women who worked with him on 2021 film. The French actor Gérard Depardieu has appeared in court in France on trial for allegedly ...

The Guardian - 3d

Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy sues woman who accused him of assault

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy is suing his former girlfriend who accused him of attacking her

ABC News - 3d

Gérard Depardieu Takes the Stand in Trial Over Sexual Assault Allegations

The French actor testified in court for first time against accusations that he groped a co-worker, after years of serious allegations over his behavior.

The New York Times - 2d

FirstFT: White House targets Jenner & Block in assault on law firms

Also in today’s newsletter, interview with FOMC member Austan Goolsbee and Vance plans visit to Greenland

Financial Times - 2d

Gérard Depardieu denies allegations of sexual assault at combative trial

The two legal teams have clashed repeatedly in court as the French film star's lawyer has questioned the credibility of the two plaintiffs.

BBC News - 1d

Best Merino Wool Clothing (2025): Base Layers, Hoodies, Jackets & More

Merino is one of the best fabrics you can wear. We explain the different blends, what GSM means, and how to care for your clothes.

Wired - Mar. 6

3 Bulgarians convicted of spying for Russia across Europe from base in UK

Three Bulgarian nationals have been convicted by a London jury of spying for Russia

ABC News - Mar. 7

Hundreds of Civilians in Syria Take Shelter at Russian Air Base

Footage and satellite images reviewed by The Times show civilians in the compound. Thousands have fled violent unrest in the country’s coastal region.

The New York Times - Mar. 11

Brock Purdy nearly doubles his 2024 salary, with performance-based pay

49ers quarterback Brock Purdy earned the paltry (by NFL starter standards) sum of $985,000 in 2024.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 12

U.S. airman accused of killing woman on South Dakota military base

An active-duty U.S. Air Force member has been arrested on murder charges in the death of a South Dakota woman who went missing in August.

CBS News - Mar. 17

McDonald's Introducing A Minecraft-Themed Meal And Toys Based On The Movie

Ahead of the release of A Minecraft Movie next month, McDonald's has revealed new tie-in Happy Meals that'll come with one of several collectibles. Each one of these also comes with a matching ...

GameSpot - Mar. 20

Two men convicted in Iranian plot to kill U.S.-based critic

Two men have been convicted of murder-for-hire as part of an Iranian government plot to silence a critic in the United States, federal prosecutors said Friday.

NBC News - 6d

Trump officials to take ‘private visit’ to US space base in Greenland

National security adviser and second lady will travel to Arctic island coveted by US president

Financial Times - 4d

Trump's move to end an immigration program hits a powerful Republican base of voters

The Trump administration’s decision to revoke temporary legal status for thousands of Cuban immigrants is putting Cuban American Republicans in a tough spot.

NBC News - 1d