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Hugging Face Acquires Pollen Robotics to Unleash Open Source AI Robots
Hugging Face has acquired the open source robot startup Pollen Robotics to help “democratize” robotics.Wired - 1d -
Mountains of trash and 'cat-size' rats as garbage workers strike in U.K.'s second-largest city
In Britain's second largest city of Birmingham, a long running strike by garbage truck workers has led to huge piles of trash and a rat infestation.NBC News - 2d -
As Ukraine’s Politics Heat Back Up, a Former President Sees an Opening
Petro O. Poroshenko, who led the country before Volodymyr Zelensky, said that peace talks could be smoothed if opposition figures were included in the government.The New York Times - 2d -
NASCAR takeaways: Kyle Larson breezes to 'flawless' Food City 500 win at Bristol
Kyle Larson led 411 laps during the Food City 500, dominating his way to his second NASCAR Cup Series victory of the season Sunday.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Blazers sign coach Billups to new multiyear deal
The Trail Blazers have signed coach Chauncey Billups to a multiyear contract extension after he led Portland to a 22-18 record since Jan. 19.ESPN - 1d -
What happens when love tips over into the infatuated state of ‘limerence’?
A neuroscientist decided to study the addiction-like obsession of limerence, while overcoming it himself. I never really gave much thought to the nature of love until it became a problem.. ...The Guardian - 3d -
UND women's basketball adds Kansas State transfer Finley Ohnstad
Apr. 12—GRAND FORKS — The NCAA Transfer Portal flows in two directions and the UND women's basketball program was on the receiving end this time. After eight UND players entered the transfer portal ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Golden State Warriors jersey history - No. 10 - Craig Claxton
During his time suiting up for the Warriors, Claxton wore only jersey No. 10 and put up 11.7 points, 2.9 rebounds, 5.7 assists, and 1.7 steals per game.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Visas revoked for students at universities in Southern states amid crackdown
The Trump administration's revocation of student visas and, in separate action, termination of students from a tracking system for foreign scholars, has spread to the South.NBC News - 2d -
Former Purdue women's basketball guard Rashunda Jones transfers to Michigan State
Former Purdue guard Rashunda Jones heads to Big Ten Conference adversary.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Trump official who oversaw dismantling of USAID leaves US state department
Under Pete Marocco’s lead, nearly all USAID staff was fired, with funding slashed and contractors dismissed. Pete Marocco, the Trump administration official who played a major role in dismantling ...The Guardian - 1d -
Golden State Warriors jersey history - No. 10 - David Lee (2010-15)
During his time suiting up for the Warriors, Lee wore only jersey No. 10 and put up 16.7 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
To Fight Federal Job Cuts, Energy Experts and States Try a New Argument
In letters to multiple agencies, the focus is on how job reductions at E.P.A., Interior and other agencies would hurt President Trump’s “energy dominance” agenda.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump Administration Memo Proposes Cutting State Department Funding by Nearly Half
The draft plan is part of a process involving the agency and the White House. It would eliminate almost all funding for international organizations that include the United Nations and NATO.The New York Times - 19h -
Senators call for probe into possible insider trading over Trump tariff reversal
Two Democrats are seeking answers from the White House about whether Trump administration officials engaged in insider trading amid the tariff rollbacks.ABC News - 5d -
Miami-Dade Mayor Vetoes Plan to Remove Fluoride From Drinking Water
The veto by Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, a Democrat, pushed back on a growing campaign against the mineral, which has been used for decades to prevent cavities.The New York Times - 4d -
A Dartmoor village is paying Prince William £1.5m-a-year for an abandoned prison - and former inmates say it gave them cancer
As ex-prisoners sue over claims that high levels of radon gas have led to serious illnesses, taxpayers continue to foot the rental bill. The village of Princetown sits surrounded by the desolate ...The Guardian - 3d -
Durham fight back after Booth blitz for Bears
Ben Raine's vital knock led a Durham fightback after a four-wicket blitz from Warwickshire's Michael Booth had given his side the upper hand on day three.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Austin captures inaugural League One Volleyball championship
Former Texas Longhorns Logan Eggleston and Madisen Skinner led Austin to the first League One Volleyball championship in a sweep of Omaha on Sunday at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Ecuador’s Noboa re-elected in presidential vote seen as test of his ‘war on drugs’
Noboa placed the armed forces at the centre of his rule, which initially led to a drop in crime but also a surge in reports of rights violations. In an election seen as a referendum on his “war on ...The Guardian - 1d -
Military Leader Wins Presidential Election in Gabon
Brice Oligui Nguema had promised to relinquish power after he led a coup in 2023. He now is set to lead the oil-rich country for the next seven years.The New York Times - 1d -
Buttigieg says left won't have its own Joe Rogan: 'That’s not how it works'
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said Democrats shouldn’t look for their version of podcaster Joe Rogan and instead should find other meaningful ways to connect with voters. The ...The Hill - 2d -
Sen. Cory Booker says Congress should hold hearings on whether insider trading on Trump's tariffs occurred
Sen. Cory Booker said Sunday that Congress should hold hearings and defended Democratic lawmakers' calls for investigations into any possibility of insider trading after President Donald Trump ...NBC News - 2d -
UK wants explanation after MP refused entry to Hong Kong
Ministers call denial of entry for Wera Hobhouse ‘concerning’ after she flew there to visit newborn grandson. The UK government is “greatly concerned” and wants an account of why the Liberal ...The Guardian - 2d -
La Nina exits after three weak months, leaving Earth in neutral climate state
La Nina, the natural cooling flip side of the better-known and warmer El Nino climate phenomenon, has dwindled away after just three weak monthsABC News - 5d -
Nike Hoop Summit women’s highlights: “Jazzy” Davidson puts on show in home state of Oregon
The leading scorers for the women were USC-bound Davidson and UCLA-bound Sienna Betts.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
UIL girls state soccer: Coppell wins Class 6A Division I title over Lake Travis
Lake Travis girls soccer lost just twice this season. Unfortunately it was the first match of the year and last, too, both against Coppell.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Iran, U.S. nuclear talks to continue next week, Iranian state TV reports
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei wrote on X that the "indirect talks" had begun.CBS News - 2d -
‘Gaza, it breaks my heart to see you in this state’: three stories from young Palestinian writers
Authors from the We Are Not Numbers project on their dreams of becoming architects or artists, and a report on how a young woman found fulfilment in fast food. Ahmed Alnaouq: ‘It’s our duty that ...The Guardian - 2d -
UK could target parts of Chinese state under new foreign influence rules
Exclusive: Government is weighing up security concerns against economic benefits of closer ties with Beijing. The government could target parts of China’s security apparatus under new foreign ...The Guardian - 2d -
Prep softball: Titans Rush past Winfield 5-3 in Tri-State Showcase
CANNONSBURG, Ky. — Ava Rush's back was aching and Winfield's bats were hurting. Rush, Portsmouth Notre Dame's sophomore pitcher, baffled the Generals (11-2) on Saturday in a 5-3 victory in the ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Pete Marocco, Who Helped Gut Foreign Aid for Trump, Leaves State Department
Pete Marocco oversaw the cutting of thousands of contracts at U.S.A.I.D. and the firing of most of its roughly 10,000 workers. Aid agency employees have accused him of mismanagement.The New York Times - 1d -
Wife of Ohio State's Ryan Day defends him against beard-dying accusations: 'Move on to the next narrative'
Christina Day says her husband's facial hair is all naturalCBS Sports - 2h -
MSU hockey star Isaac Howard throws out first pitch at Cardinals game
It's been a fun couple of days for Michigan State hockey star Isaac HowardYahoo Sports - 2d -
MSU women's basketball lands commitment from Purdue transfer Rashunda Jones
Former Purdue guard Rashunda Jones has committed to transfer to Michigan StateYahoo Sports - 1d -
Iran and U.S. agree to more talks over Tehran’s nuclear program
Iran and the United States will hold more negotiations next week over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program, Iranian state television reported Saturday.NBC News - 3d -
2025 QB Gavin Markey a dual-threat addition for Gus Malzahn offense
2025 QB Gavin Markey first visited Florida State back when he was in the 8th grade. Now, years later, Markey will be walking-on at Florida State this summer. "I told my parents first and they ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
HIGHLIGHTS: Rambelles end losing streak, capitalize on Senior Day energy in regular season home finale
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — Click the video above to view highlights from Angelo State’s home finale versus UT Permian Basin. Angelo State tennis celebrated the remarkable ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Markets Worry About Finding an Exit From Trump’s Trade Fight
Investors are concerned about the continued escalation of the U.S.-China tariff battle — and the state of the president’s negotiating leverage.The New York Times - 4d -
BlackRock's Larry Fink says U.S. is very close to a recession and may be in one now
The asset management executive spoke to CNBC about the state of the economy, which has been rattled by tariffs from the Trump administration.CNBC - 3d
