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Underfunding threatens suicide prevention lifeline's mission
Nationwide, calls increased 40% soon after the three-digit number was officially launched in 2022.CBS News - 5h -
Tariffs driving India to strike trade deals, finance minister says ahead of UK talks
Nirmala Sitharaman says turmoil forcing countries to seek accords beyond old ideological and political ties. India is seeking to strike more trade deals with other countries at a time of “global ...The Guardian - 1d -
Experts, critics raise questions after Trump says 'this is a great time to buy' before pausing tariffs
In the wake of President Donald Trump’s announcement Wednesday afternoon that he was pausing country-by-country tariffs by 90 days, some experts — as well as critics of Trump and social media users ...NBC News - 5h -
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 - 5d -
Congress has power over tariffs, but stopping Trump isn't likely as of now
Stock market indices have sharply fallen on the heels of President Trump imposing higher tariffs on more than 180 countries.CNBC - 5d -
This Mexican zombie movie faces the apocalypse through children's eyes
'Párvulos: Children of the Apocalypse,' which hits theaters across the country on Friday, is a Mexican take on the zombie genre.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Iran's currency falls to record low against the dollar as tensions run high
Iran’s rial currency traded at a record low against the U.S. dollar as the country returned to work after a long holidayABC News - 4d -
A dark hour for American science
Other countries have a chance to attract US talent driven out by Trump’s policiesFinancial Times - 3d -
Row as Badenoch backs Israel barring two UK MPs
Abtisam Mohamed and Yuan Yang say they were "astounded" to be denied entry to the country while on a trip to visit the West Bank.BBC News - 3d -
4/2: CBS Evening News Plus
These countries are getting slapped with reciprocal tariffs from the U.S.; Reporter's Notebook: How a government contract became a political weaponCBS News - 3d -
How Italy could decide the EU’s response to tariffs
The country will effectively have deciding vote on whether to hit back hard against US tariffsFinancial Times - 2d -
The Pandemic Is Not the Only Reason U.S. Students Are Losing Ground
For years, the country’s lowest-scoring students were steadily improving on national tests. Starting around 2013, something changed.The New York Times - 2d -
Arkansas baseball: Hogs climb to No. 1 in USA TODAY Coaches Poll
For the first time this spring, Arkansas baseball is the top-ranked team in the country after a dominant weekend sweep over Missouri.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Why Earthquake Relief Is Slow to Reach Myanmar
Critics say the country’s often-incompetent military government has delayed and restricted the arrival and distribution of crucial aid.The New York Times - 2d -
It was about censorship, says MP denied entry to Israel
Abtisam Mohamed and Yuan Yang were barred entering from the country over the weekend.BBC News - 2d -
US to hold direct nuclear talks with Iran, Trump says
The US president says negotiations have taken place at a "very high level" between the two countries.BBC News - 1d -
Boy, 16, killed in UK street had fled war in Syria
Ahmad Mamdouh Al Ibrahim was injured in a bomb attack in his home country before coming to the UK.BBC News - 1d -
What are reciprocal tariffs, slated to go into effect Wednesday?
President Trump's reciprocal tariffs on dozens of countries go into effect Wednesday. Here's what to know about the import taxes.CBS News - 1d -
Ta'Niya Latson commits to Dawn Staley, South Carolina in transfer portal
Dawn Staley and South Carolina women's basketball landed Ta'Niya Latson, the leading scorer in the country, on Tuesday through the transfer portal.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
MSU hoops listed among top schools in WSJ most valuable rankings
Michigan State basketball is listed as one of the most valuable programs in the country, according to the Wall Street JournalYahoo Sports - 1d -
The US trade demands that go far beyond tariffs
Countries grapple with Washington’s attempt to change ‘non-tariff barriers’ from VAT to food rules and even currency valuationsFinancial Times - 23h -
4/8: America Decides
White House says nearly 70 countries are looking to negotiate tariffs; Virginia governor’s race breaks fundraising recordsCBS News - 21h -
95 pounds as freshman, Brighton's Noah Shand gained weight to become elite swimmer
A 95-pound cross country runner entering high school, Brighton's Noah Shand put on weight and became a dominant swimmer.Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Japanese market walks a geopolitical tightrope
Country finds itself caught precariously between two rivals, each demanding its loyaltyFinancial Times - 19h -
German centrist parties reach coalition deal as Trump tariffs loom over Europe
The agreement paves the way for Germany's CDU, CSU and SPD to form the country's new government with Friedrich Merz as chancellor.CNBC - 13h -
Targeting of cartels as terrorists puts new defensive tools in play
The terrorism designations also might encourage more countries to ramp up their security cooperation with the United States.The Hill - 11h -
Tariff Uncertainty Is Freezing M&A and Dealmaking. It May Not Thaw for a While
Trump may have paused ‘reciprocal’ tariffs on most countries for now, but continued uncertainty has been freezing mergers and acquisitions.Inc. - 9h -
US stocks soar as Donald Trump backs down in global trade war
Washington pauses most tariffs against countries that have not retaliated but increases levies on ChinaFinancial Times - 6h -
Baker Tilly in talks to buy US rival as accounting dealmaking heats up
Acquisition of Moss Adams would make private-equity backed firm the country’s sixth-largest accountancyFinancial Times - 4h -
Canada Will Use Its Retaliatory Tariff Earnings to Aid Workers and Businesses
But exactly what the country will do remains unclear and the scale of the current disruption makes decision-making difficult.The New York Times - 2h -
India Passes Contentious Bill Increasing Oversight of Muslim Land Trusts
The legislation passed by Parliament on Friday would allow non-Muslims to help administer so-called Waqfs. The move fueled concerns that the rights of Muslims are being infringed on.The New York Times - 5d -
More Than 500 Law Firms Back Perkins Coie in Fight With Trump
The firms signed a legal brief supporting Perkins Coie, calling the president’s actions a threat “to the rule of law.” The largest firms declined to sign.The New York Times - 5d -
He became 'The Luckiest Man in America' after outwitting a TV game show
The show was called 'Press Your Luck' and, in 1984, an Ohio man won a windfall on it, as dramatized in this retro-styled media satire starring Paul Walter Hauser.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
China accuses US of unilateralism, protectionism and economic bullying with tariffs
China on Monday accused the U.S. of unilateralism, protectionism and economic bullying with tariffs, while calling on representatives of American companies including Tesla, to “take concrete ...ABC News - 2d -
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sets November special election for deep-blue House seat
Democrats had accused Abbott of delaying calling a special election for the seat after Rep. Sylvester Turner, D-Texas, died in early March.NBC News - 2d -
Media Outlets Face Fallout from Dubious 90-Day Tariff Pause Report
The report, that President Trump was considering a pause on his expansive tariffs, spread on social media and was amplified by CNBC and Reuters. The White House called the claim “fake news.”The New York Times - 2d -
Kalulu Welcomes Permanent Switch from Milan to Juventus
Juventus will decide whether to keep Francisco Conceiçao and Randal Kolo Muani in the summer, and will have to negotiate with PSG for the latter, but the call about keeping Pierre Kalulu was ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Detroit Tigers injury update: Manuel Margot to 10-day IL; Matt Vierling resumes throwing
The Detroit Tigers called up outfielder Brewer Hicklen to replace Manuel Margot, who was placed on the 10-day IL with knee inflammation.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Democrats demand information from Microsoft, Google on AI deals
A pair of Senate Democrats are calling on Microsoft and Google to share more information on their separate partnerships with artificial intelligence (AI) companies, expressing concerns the ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump tariffs could have "devastating impact," small businesses say
Small business owner Emily Ley says new U.S. tariffs on China will devastate her stationery store, calling the added costs "catastrophic."CBS News - 1d
