Schumer Again Defends Decision to Avoid Shutdown Amid Calls to Resign

Senator Chuck Schumer of New York, the minority leader, said a government shutdown would have been “10 or 20 times worse” than the Republican stopgap spending bill.

The New York Times - 5d

Mascherano defends handling of Messi fitness

Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano revealed the team controlled Lionel Messi's fatigue well to avoid any injury.

ESPN - Mar. 16

Browns avoid rebuild with Myles Garrett contract extension. Is it right decision? | Ulrich

Myles Garrett has no regrets about requesting a trade. Whether the Browns will regret extending him instead of rebuilding remains a question.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

MiLaysia Fulwiley helps defending champion South Carolina outlast Maryland 71-67 in March Madness

South Carolina avoided becoming the first defending champion to lose this early in the tournament since Louisville knocked off Brittney Griner and Baylor in 2013 in the Sweet 16.

Yahoo Sports - 15h

Trump defends cuts to federal workforce and Department of Education

President Trump said he felt "very badly" for the federal workers who have lost their jobs under his administration but defended the decision by claiming "many of them don't work at all." Trump ...

NBC News - Mar. 12

No second thoughts: Premier League defender’s decision to join Real Madrid was made long ago

Real Madrid appear to have secured a significant signing for next season, as Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold is reportedly on his way to the Spanish giants. The English right-back has ...

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Mikel Arteta defends ‘brave’ White for England snub during Southgate reign

Defender has not played for country since 2022 White now back in frame under Thomas Tuchel Mikel Arteta has defended Ben White’s “brave” decision to make himself unavailable for England under ...

The Guardian - Mar. 14

Defendant in U.S.S. Cole Bombing Case Signs Plea Offer

The Saudi prisoner agreed to the settlement to avoid a death-penalty trial, his lawyer said, but it has yet to reach the defense secretary.

The New York Times - Mar. 11

NI's 'decision-making' lacking in Sweden - O'Neill

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says his side "need to defend better" after a 5-1 friendly defeat to Sweden in Stockholm on Tuesday night.

BBC News - 3d

Vibrant Six Nations leaves Andy Farrell with tricky decisions on Lions selection

England finished strong while Ireland appear to be fading, but the head coach must avoid an over-reliance on recency bias. The streets of Cardiff on Saturday night made the last days of the Roman ...

The Guardian - Mar. 17

GOP lawmakers booed at town halls defend hosting events despite advice from leaders

House Republicans who faced hostile crowds and viral confrontations at town halls in their districts are defending their decision to hold the events — despite recommendations from House GOP leaders ...

The Hill - 6d

RFK Jr. defends HHS job cuts: 'We're not cutting front-line workers'

Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended the administration's decision to cut 10,000 jobs at the department on Thursday, confirming that essential employees would ...

The Hill - 1d

RFK Jr. defends HHS job cuts: 'We're not cutting front-line workers'

Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended the administration's decision to cut 10,000 jobs at the department on Thursday, confirming that essential employees would ...

The Hill - 1d

E.P.A. Offers a Way to Avoid Clean-Air Rules: Send an Email

Invoking an obscure provision, it said power plants and others could write to ask for exemptions to mercury, arsenic and other restrictions and that “the president will make a decision.”

The New York Times - 2d

E.P.A. Offers a Way to Avoid Clean-Air Rules: Send an Email

Referring to a little-known provision, it said power plants and others could write to seek exemptions to mercury and other restrictions and that “the president will make a decision.”

The New York Times - 1d

E.P.A. Offers a Way to Avoid Clean-Air Rules: Send an Email

Referring to a little-known provision, it said power plants and others could write to seek exemptions to mercury and other restrictions and that “the president will make a decision.”

The New York Times - 1d

E.P.A. Offers a Way to Avoid Clean-Air Rules: Send an Email

Referring to a little-known provision, it said power plants and others could write to seek exemptions to mercury and other restrictions and that “the president will make a decision.”

The New York Times - 1d

E.P.A. Offers a Way to Avoid Clean-Air Rules: Send an Email

Referring to a little-known provision, it said power plants and others could write to seek exemptions to mercury and other restrictions and that “the president will make a decision.”

The New York Times - 1d

White House defends decision to deport alleged gang members amid legal fight

Over the weekend, the Trump administration cited a rarely-used 18th-century law to justify the deportations of suspected gang members. As Ed O'Keefe reports, the president's moves sparked a legal ...

CBS News - Mar. 17

Paul Weiss chair says Trump executive order could have destroyed law firm

Brad Karp defends decision to cut a deal with White House in note to colleagues

Financial Times - 5d

Trump says McMahon made decisions on mass layoffs at Education Department

President Trump on Wednesday said Education Secretary Linda McMahon was behind the mass layoffs at the agency, not mentioning tech billionaire Elon Musk while defending the overhaul. “When we cut— ...

The Hill - Mar. 12

How corporate America is ditching DEI without abandoning inclusion

Companies are shifting their focus from DEI initiatives to evidence-based decision-making frameworks to avoid controversy and maintain support from all stakeholders.

The Hill - Mar. 18

Real Madrid turn down opportunity to sign 29-year-old Manchester City defender

Real Madrid have an important decision to make regarding their defence as they look to strengthen their squad for the future. While Trent Alexander-Arnold is the primary target for a defensive ...

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Liverpool keen on signing 29-year-old, decision may already have been made

Liverpool are reportedly one of the clubs keen on a potential free transfer swoop for Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah this summer.The 29-year-old is very close to the end of his contract ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Manchester United defender Patrick Dorgu adopts new name following family request

Manchester United star Patrick Dorgu has made the decision to by a new name, adding Chinazaekpere to the back of his shirt.Dorgu joined United during the winter transfer window from Serie A side ...

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Fallout continues from Schumer's support for GOP bill

Some House and Senate Democrats appear divided over Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's decision to help Republicans avoid a government shutdown. Nine other Democrats joined Sen. Schumer in ...

CBS News - Mar. 17

‘I’m not stepping down’: Chuck Schumer defies Democrats’ calls over funding bill

Party leader faces backlash over his decision to support Republican-led bill to avoid government shutdown. Chuck Schumer defied calls to give up the top Democratic position in the Senate after he ...

The Guardian - 5d

Senate votes to avoid government shutdown

The Senate voted mostly along party lines Friday afternoon to pass the House Republican-drafted bill to fund government through September, avoiding a government shutdown only hours before funding ...

The Hill - Mar. 14

No. 1 seed Florida makes late comeback to survive against eighth-seeded UConn

The No. 1 seed Florida Gators made a late comeback to avoid an upset Sunday, surviving against the defending champion No. 8 seed Connecticut Huskies with a 77-75 win.

NBC News - 5d

Manchester United insist season-ticket price increases are ‘fair and reasonable’

Chief executive Omar Berrada says 5% rise is necessary Fan group MUST criticises decision not to freeze prices Manchester United have defended their decision to raise season-ticket prices ...

The Guardian - Mar. 17

Who Will Defend the Defenders of the Constitution?

The president and his allies are encouraging a campaign of menace.

The New York Times - Mar. 22

Tyrone boost hopes of avoiding drop by beating Donegal

Tyrone keep alive their hopes of avoiding relegation from Division One by beating understrength Donegal 0-25 to 0-19 at Letterkenny.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

Manchester United hike season ticket prices for third straight year

Manchester United have defended their decision to increase season ticket prices for a third consecutive season despite calls from fans for a freeze.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Steelers must avoid the 'Kenny Pickett mistake' in 2025 NFL Draft

The Steelers are in a similar situation as the 2022 NFL Draft, and Pittsburgh should avoid drafting another Kenny Pickett in 2025.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Chelsea consider ‘penalty fee’ to avoid Sancho signing

Chelsea are considering paying Manchester United a ‘penalty fee’ to avoid the permanent signing of Jadon Sancho.Chelsea signed Sancho on loan from Manchester United last summer with an obligation ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

Jerome Powell delivers remarks on interest rate decision

Watch live coverage as Fed chair Jerome Powell delivers remarks on the next interest rate decision. It is the first decision of the Trump administration.

NBC News - Mar. 19