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‘Loser’: Musk endures wave of gloating on X after liberal judge wins Wisconsin race
Democrats seize on result as a referendum on Musk and an emphatic repudiation of Trump’s richest supporter and ally. Democrats were tasting unfamiliar triumphalism on Wednesday after the election ...The Guardian - 2d -
Democratic Sen. Bennet says he supports Trump’s threat to impose secondary tariffs on Russia
Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) says President Trump’s back and forth relationship with Russia is “crazy” but would support his call for secondary tariffs should peace talks with Ukraine fall through.NBC News - 5d -
The Memo: Trump’s third-term suggestion alarms some Democrats while others roll their eyes
President Trump is leaving the door open to the idea of seeking a third term — even though that door is apparently firmly closed by the Constitution. His suggestion is eliciting divergent reactions ...The Hill - 4d -
Trumpism is sinking democratic values. It’s Starmer’s job to steer the UK back to safety | Polly Toynbee
US tariffs hit this week just as other costs start to bite in Britain. To meet these challenges, Labour will finally have to change. The prime minister may pretend to “ like and respect ” Donald ...The Guardian - 4d -
House comes to a halt after GOP lawmakers join Democrats in a bitter fight on remote voting
WASHINGTON — A band of Republican lawmakers sank an effort Tuesday by Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., to kill a plan to allow remote voting for lawmakers who become new parents, a bitter dispute that ...NBC News - 3d -
Steve Kornacki: Democratic base 'a lot more motivated' to turn out for Wisconsin Supreme Court race
NBC News National Political Correspondent Steve Kornacki crunches the numbers as voters cast their ballots in Wisconsin's Supreme Court election.NBC News - 3d -
Democratic-backed Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race over Musk-backed Schimel
The election could set the ideological balance of Wisconsin's highest court.ABC News - 3d -
After months of surrender, the Democrats have finally stood up to Trump – thank you, Cory Booker | Emma Brockes
Watching the New Jersey senator hold court for 25 hours felt radical and cathartic. One of the problems beleaguering political opponents of Donald Trump has been finding a form of protest that, ...The Guardian - 2d -
Democrats vow to fight Trump tariffs 'tooth and nail' and slam 'chaotic trade war'
"Trump's done a lot of bad things. This is way up there," Chuck Schumer said of the administration's tariff policy.ABC News - 2d -
Obama: Democratic ideals have eroded because ‘we got pretty comfortable and complacent’
Former President Barack Obama discusses the state of democracy and civic engagement at a Hamilton College speaking event.NBC News - 12h -
Man, 84, dies weeks after XL bully attack
The man had been critically injured as he walked home on 24 February, Cheshire Police say.BBC News - 4d -
Sen. Cory Booker holds an overnight speech taking aim at the Trump administration
Sen. Cory Booker delivered an overnight speech on the Senate floor to criticize the Trump administration's actions.NBC News - 3d -
Acquiescing to Trump is a surefire way to lose
The media is significantly muted. Anti-Trump commentators and anchors have been fired. Criticism of the administration has been curtailed.The Hill - 3d -
Question Everything needs to be Notre Dame WBB coach Ivey's mantra, too
After a NCAA Tourney Sweet 16 thud and lots of roster turnover, Niele Ivey has much to confront in a critical offseasonYahoo Sports - 3d -
Is star big man Kristaps Porzingis key to the Boston Celtics title hopes?
Just how critical is the availability of the Latvian center to the Celtics' odds of repeating as champs this summer?Yahoo Sports - 3d -
3x Grammy winner is tired of Jerry Jones, 'Every year is our year' Cowboys fandom
Kelly Clarkson made headlines this week after publicly criticizing Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones for the team's continued underperformance.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
England to be 'accountable' for fitness - Edwards
New head coach Charlotte Edwards will make England players “accountable” for their fitness following criticism during a dismal winter.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
England to be 'accountable' for fitness - Edwards
New head coach Charlotte Edwards will make England players “accountable” for their fitness following criticism during a dismal winter.BBC News - 2d -
In shaky times, investors should hold their nerve
Trying to time the market can risk missing out on critical days that boost returnsFinancial Times - 2d -
Bill Gates Reflects Upon the 50-Year-Old Computer Code That Reshaped Technology
The Microsoft cofounder is remembering the code he wrote a half century ago—code that played a critical role in creating the company.Inc. - 1d -
Impeaching judges should never be off the table
The anti-federalists, who were critics of the proposed Constitution of 1787, saw danger in total judicial independence.The Hill - 1d -
Knives out for Mike Waltz as Trump fires national security officials
Maga critics circle around hawkish foreign policy adviser who was at centre of ‘Signalgate’ fiascoFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump Is on Shaky Legal Ground With Mass Layoffs at H.H.S., Experts Say
Job and program cuts at the Department of Health and Human Services have teed up court challenges and prompted bipartisan criticism in Congress.The New York Times - 2h -
Teachers Warn AI Use Makes Students Less Smart. What Does This Mean for Future Hiring?
If a whole generation is effectively subcontracting critical thinking to AI, what happens when those skills are needed in the workplace?Inc. - 1h -
23andMe bankruptcy: With America's DNA put on sale, market panic gets a new twist
Genetic testing company 23andMe's bankruptcy has led to a new consumer privacy issue: what happens to the DNA of millions of Americans when it goes on sale?CNBC - 5d -
Urgent health warning about 'stealth' cholesterol
New research is sounding the alarm about "stealth" cholesterol, which is undetectable by traditional tests. As NBC News Medical Reporter Erika Edwards reports there is hope to treat it.NBC News - 5d -
Liverpool Injury Update: Alexander-Arnold, Alisson and Gravenberch Latest
Liverpool Injury Update: Alexander-Arnold, Alisson and Gravenberch Return Dates RevealedLiverpool are entering the final stretch of their Premier League title push, but injuries are starting to ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Last Chance: 109 Best Amazon Spring Sale Deals for March 2025
Amazon's sale event ends tonight, so this is your last chance to save on our favorite WIRED-tested home and tech gadgets.Wired - 4d -
Putin Keeps Pushing, With Trump and in Ukraine War
The Russian leader’s drones are deluging Ukrainian cities, while his negotiating tactics test the patience of the friendliest White House he has faced in decades.The New York Times - 4d -
Braves' Profar gets 80-game ban for PED violation
Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar was suspended for 80 games by Major League Baseball on Monday after a positive test for the performance-enhancing drug chorionic gonadotropin.ESPN - 3d -
Mission Space: Suni Williams & Butch Wilmore Back on Earth After an Epic Mission
The two NASA astronauts tell us how they handled the unexpected after a ten day test flight turned into a nine month stay in space.NBC News - 3d -
Ireland finalise coaching team for summer tour
The Irish Rugby Football Union [IRFU] finalise Ireland interim head coach Paul O'Connell's coaching team for this summer's Test series.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Can Kentucky Derby favorite Journalism beat the 'Baffert behemoths' at Santa Anita?
Journalism is the early favorite to win the Kentucky Derby, but he will face a tough test in the Santa Anita Derby against Citizen Bull and Barnes.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Texas measles outbreak nears 500 cases as virus spreads among day care kids
Six young children at a Texas day care center have tested positive for measles — a dreaded scenario with the potential to accelerate an already out-of-control outbreak.NBC News - 13h -
After a few detours, French boys rise to the occasion of cheese-making in 'Holy Cow'
Directed by Louise Courvoisier, this satisfying import combines a peek into ancient dairy processes with a time-tested tale of belated maturity and growing up.Los Angeles Times - 15h -
Appeals Court Orders Thousands of Voters to Verify Information in Contested N.C. Election
The ruling was a win for the Republican who narrowly lost a State Supreme Court race in November. The case has tested the boundaries of post-election litigation.The New York Times - 11h -
Mikel Arteta outlines the key to beating Real Madrid – ‘We are better than them’
As Arsenal prepare to face Real Madrid in what is undoubtedly their biggest test of the season, Mikel Arteta is exuding calm and excitement. The Spanish manager is well aware of the magnitude of ...Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Cory Booker breaks record for longest Senate speech with Trump condemnation
In speech that began Monday night, Democratic senator warns of ‘grave and urgent’ danger of Trump administration. Cory Booker , the Democratic US senator from New Jersey, has broken the record for ...The Guardian - 3d -
Republicans Invoke Newsom in a Hearing on Transgender Sports
California Democrats rejected two Republican bills that would have banned transgender athletes from female sports. In a rare turn, Republicans tried to use the Democratic governor’s own words to ...The New York Times - 3d
