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Trump’s Battles With Colleges Could Change American Culture for a Generation
Many in higher education worry Trump’s efforts to bend academia to his will could end American leadership in research and science. Universities are not finding many allies to defend them.The New York Times - 3d -
How a Toxic Work Culture Can Amplify Security Threats
From high turnover rates to blame games, a poor work environment can undermine cybersecurity efforts.Inc. - 3d -
TikTok becomes a tool of choice in cat-and-mouse game between migrant smugglers and authorities
Social media apps like TikTok have become an essential tool for smugglers and migrants alikeABC News - 6d -
Japan becomes the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after host nations
Japan has become the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama StadiumABC News - 3d -
Donatella Versace defied expectations to become a fashion icon of her own
When she took over after her brother Gianni’s murder, few expected her to last 27 years and become a household name. News: Donatella Versace hails brother as she bows out as creative director ...The Guardian - Mar. 13 -
Don’t Fool Yourself Into Thinking It Will Stop With Mahmoud Khalil
The arrest and detention of Mahmoud Khalil show that the culture war is no longer just a culture war.The New York Times - Mar. 16 -
White House says Canada would 'benefit greatly' from becoming 51st state
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters that Canada would "benefit greatly" from becoming the 51st state as tensions continue over tariffs.NBC News - Mar. 11 -
New York Giants' draft plans should become clearer after Colorado Pro Day
The New York Giants' draft plans will become clearer after seeing CB Travis Hunter and QB Shedeur Sanders at Colorado's pro day on April 4Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Texas army base poised to become mass deportation hub under Trump plan
Reports of Fort Bliss being used for detention as well as expulsion purposes spark outrage from critics. The huge US army base of Fort Bliss at the Texas-Mexico border is poised to become a ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
Steph Curry becomes 1st player in NBA history to hit 4,000 career three-pointers
The greatest shooter in NBA history, Stephen Curry, has etched his name atop another list, becoming the first player in the league’s history to hit 4,000 career three-pointers.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Curry has 28 points, Kerr becomes Warriors' regular-season victory leader in 97-94 win over Knicks
Stephen Curry had 28 points, seven rebounds and five assists two days after becoming the first player in NBA history with 4,000 3-pointers and a day after turning 37, leading the Golden State ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Curry has 28 points, Kerr becomes Warriors' regular-season victory leader in 97-94 win over Knicks
Stephen Curry had 28 points, seven rebounds and five assists two days after becoming the first player in NBA history with 4,000 3-pointers and a day after turning 37, leading the Golden State ...ABC News - Mar. 15 -
Matt Richtman becomes first American man to win LA Marathon in 31 years
25-year-old was competing in only his second marathon Tejinesh Tulu of Ethiopia takes women’s title Matt Richtman won the 40th annual Los Angeles Marathon on Sunday, becoming the first American ...The Guardian - Mar. 16 -
The super-sub revolution – Barcelona’s forgotten star is quietly becoming Flick’s special weapon
The role of an impact substitute in football has become increasingly rare in today’s game. In the past, players like Ole Gunnar Solskjaer were known for coming off the bench to change the course of...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
TikTok becomes a tool of choice in cat-and-mouse game between migrant smugglers and authorities
At a time when legal pathways to the U.S. have been slashed and criminal groups are raking in money from migrant smuggling, social media apps like TikTok have become an essential tool for smugglers ...NBC News - 6d -
The bright side of a transatlantic rift
Culturally, it’s not the worst thing if Europe and America have less to do with each otherFinancial Times - Mar. 15 -
The real ‘root causes’ of the Ukraine war
Although political culture is never the immediate cause of aggression, it is a powerful facilitator thereof.The Hill - 4d -
George Foreman Turned a Home Grill Into a Culinary Heavyweight
The former boxer transformed American cooking, and himself, with an appliance that remains a cultural touchstone.The New York Times - 1d -
George Foreman Turned a Home Grill Into a Culinary Heavyweight
The former boxer transformed American cooking, and himself, with an appliance that remains a cultural touchstone.The New York Times - 14h -
George Foreman Turned a Home Grill Into a Culinary Heavyweight
The former boxer transformed American cooking, and himself, with an appliance that remains a cultural touchstone.The New York Times - 14h -
Starting the day with a healthy breakfast is becoming a pricey luxury
The rise in costs comes as consumers signal that they are increasingly tapped out and worried about the impact of potential tariffs on the economy.CNBC - Mar. 8 -
Salah becomes Liverpool's third-highest scorer
Mohamed Salah is up to third on the list of Liverpool's all-time scorers, scoring his 242nd goal in the Champions League vs. Paris Saint-Germain.ESPN - Mar. 8 -
Social Security is about to become a big problem for Trump
As we look to the midterm elections next year, Trump will be dealing with 2.5 million people in Social Security’s disability backlog who aren't receiving a basic governmental function.The Hill - Mar. 12 -
Have the Methods of Soccer’s Greatest Coach Become Outdated?
Pep Guardiola is having a tough season. But he’s confident it is only temporary.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
D.C. Is Becoming Another Hollowed-Out Company Town
The government tried to save Detroit. Now it’s letting Washington wither.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
Houthi Drones Could Become Stealthier and Fly Farther
A new report documented efforts to smuggle hydrogen fuel cell components into Yemen that will provide Houthi fighters a technological leap ahead.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
Ken Roczen becomes a United States citizen
Ken Roczen: 'It is not very often you leave the house as a German and come back as an American.'Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Golf’s War of Words Is Becoming Apparent at the Players Championship
After a devastating loss last week, Collin Morikawa skipped his post-round interview. But it’s opened a wound in the sport.The New York Times - Mar. 15 -
Whitham, 14, becomes youngest player in NWSL
McKenna Whitham, 14, became the youngest-ever footballer to play in the NWSL after coming off the bench in NJ/NY Gotham FC's season opener against Seattle Reign.ESPN - 6d -
‘Fiscal rules’ has become a stock phrase
Government’s internal debate will only move forward when focus shifts to income tax or reversing national insurance cutsFinancial Times - 3d -
Garrett set to stay with Browns and become highest-paid non-QB in NFL history
Deal will reportedly be worth $40m a year Defensive end had requested trade from Browns Bills release Von Miller in cost-saving move Myles Garrett is set to become the highest-paid ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Want to boost UK’s investment culture? Exempt stocks-and-shares Isas from IHT
I doubt the government will go for my idea, but it could increase investment in UK plc — and make people richerFinancial Times - Mar. 8 -
'Size bias is ingrained in our culture': Women on life after weight-loss jabs
Women who have quickly lost weight say strangers are now more likely to smile at them or strike up a conversation.BBC News - Mar. 9 -
Flamboyance, creativity, club culture – and no smart phones: why the 1980s are all the rage again
A series of major exhibitions focusing on the era has unleashed a wave of nostalgia for those who were there and curiosity from the young who envy its freedom. In the future everyone will blame the ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
‘Everyone knew who he was’: James Hamilton, the ‘eccentric aristo’ who catalysed British club culture
He outed Norman Cook as Fatboy Slim, imported turntablism and made BPM a staple of dance journalism. Pete Tong and Paul Oakenfold remember a pivotal figure. Norman Cook can remember the first time ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
With live-action 'Snow White,' Disney finds itself again in culture war crosshairs
Disney's live-action 'Snow White' has faced a difficult road to its opening next week, with external controversies dogging it at every step.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 12 -
'Country music is so incredibly camp': Chappell Roan on unsung LGBTQ country culture
Pop star Chappell Roan highlighted LGBTQ contributions to country music in an Apple Music interview posted Friday.NBC News - Mar. 14 -
Union Leader Athlete of the Month: Manchester's Grumblatt leaves records, new culture behind at Rivier
Mar. 14—Looking back, Lyric Grumblatt realizes that she was one-dimensional. She was a decent player while at Manchester Memorial High School but scored most of her points from beyond the 3-point ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Australian beach culture used to feel off limits to me. This summer I claimed the beach as my own
I was a non-swimmer, living miles away from Sydney’s glittering water belt. Taking up ocean racing felt like a badge of not only belonging to, but thriving in, this city of water. It’s 7:45 am on a ...The Guardian - Mar. 15 -
‘The younger me would have sat up and nodded’: Adolescence writer Jack Thorne on the insidious appeal of incel culture
Researching mine and Stephen Graham’s Netflix drama, I realised the brains of under 16s are unable to cope with ideas as dangerous as those in the ‘manosphere’. The government needs to ban ...The Guardian - 5d
