March Madness: 5 opponents NCAA tourney teams want to draw on Selection Sunday

Every year, certain teams — even higher seeds — enter the NCAA tournament vulnerable. Here are five of those teams.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 11

Whole families dead in recent Syria violence, says UN

The UN human rights office has verified the killing of 111 civilians in the coastal region, but says the actual figure is far higher.

BBC News - Mar. 11

Wall Street loses hope in a ‘Trump put’ for markets

US president’s tolerance for tariff-induced stock falls may be higher than anticipated, say investors

Financial Times - Mar. 11

'Volatility is part of the game': What financial advisors are telling investors about market turmoil

The Dow continued to fall on Tuesday after Trump announced higher tariffs. Here's what advisors are telling their clients.

CNBC - Mar. 11

Six things that could get more expensive for Americans

Economists say the president's import taxes could result in higher prices for a range of products in the US.

BBC News - Mar. 12

America Can’t Be Great if America Is Stupid

Trump’s attack on higher education and scientific research undermines some of our most competitive advantages.

The New York Times - Mar. 13

DC housing market shows signs of cracks amid mass federal layoffs

The number of active listings in the D.C. metro area is sharply higher compared with last year.

CNBC - Mar. 13

WWE's European 'Road to WrestleMania 41' tour hit the ground running in Spain. What else should we expect?

Higher prices raise expectations, which begs the question: Will this expensive "Road to WrestleMania" tour with European flair live up to them?

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

Soaring energy bills put Albanese on defensive in Australian election

Opposition blames government’s renewable energy policy for higher prices amid concerns over cost of living

Financial Times - Mar. 17

With Paul George out for the year, 76ers look ahead to NBA draft lottery with immense stakes for franchise

It all comes down to the ping pong balls now for Philadelphia, and the stakes have never been higher

CBS Sports - Mar. 18

Harvard boosts free-tuition offer, matching other Ivy-Plus schools in 'affordability arms race,' expert says

Increasingly, top colleges are expanding financial aid awards to make higher education more accessible.

CNBC - Mar. 18

Track preview: Southeastern boys return experience, girls' numbers up

The Southeastern boys return experience with seniors and juniors, while the girls have higher numbers than in the past.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

Splurge or save? Americans struggle as tariffs hit economy

Families in the US are trying to dodge higher prices from tariffs, as worries rise about the economy.

BBC News - Mar. 19

UK universities face rising risk of bankruptcy, says regulator

Fewer international students and higher staff costs are taking an increasing toll, according to the Office for Students

Financial Times - Mar. 20

The most expensive franchise sales in U.S. professional sports history: Where the Celtics land on the list

Boston's reported sale now tops leads a list where the prices are getting higher by the year

CBS Sports - Mar. 20

How much tariffs could drive up car prices—and how to tell if you should buy now

With new tariffs expected to push car prices higher, buyers might want to act soon.

CNBC - 3d

Why Los Angeles Dodgers superteam is 'good for the fans that hate us'

Dodgers begin 2025 World Series defense with even higher expectations than last year.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Six things that could get more expensive for Americans under Trump tariffs

Economists say the president's import taxes could result in higher prices for a range of products in the US.

BBC News - 21h

Six things that could get more expensive for Americans under Trump tariffs

Economists say the president's import taxes could result in higher prices for a range of products in the US.

BBC News - 21h

Michelle Obama Is Hosting Video Podcast ‘IMO’ With Her Brother, Craig Robinson

Through her production company, Higher Ground, Mrs. Obama, along with her brother, Craig Robinson, will interview celebrities and offer advice on various topics.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Trump rejects pleas from business for more clarity on tariffs: 'They always say that'

Trump and his aides warned amid the tariff controversy that Americans could be in store for some temporary economic strain — including higher prices.

CNBC - Mar. 10

More Universities Are Choosing to Stay Neutral on the Biggest Issues

Instead of speaking out on the hot-button debates of the day, more schools are making it a policy to stay silent as political pressure mounts against higher education.

The New York Times - Mar. 11

Here's what today's CPI report says about inflation

The inflation rate last month was slightly lower than forecast by economists, although price increases are still higher than the Fed would like.

CBS News - Mar. 12

What's next for federal education funding after Trump cuts

President Trump is starting to enact his pledge to close the Department of Education. Liam Knox, a reporter for Insider Higher Ed, joins to discuss.

CBS News - Mar. 12

Pasquantino? Alcantara? Cruz? 20 sleeper picks to target in 2025

Which players are Tristan H. Cockcroft higher on than most? Here's a list of 20 names to keep in mind when drafting your 2025 rosters.

ESPN - Mar. 13

There’s nothing elitist about college or university. We should reject that idea | Carlo Invernizzi-Accetti

Higher education institutions continue to function as powerful engines of social mobility. They need more, not less, support. It’s no secret that the Trump administration is not a friend of the ...

The Guardian - Mar. 16

There can be a 'survivor's penalty' after a spouse dies — here’s how to avoid it

After your spouse dies, you could face a surprise higher tax bill, financial experts say. But it's possible to prepare with advanced planning.

CNBC - Mar. 18

NBA mock draft: Who moved up before NCAA Tournament?

Jase Richardson has vaulted higher in NBA mock drafts, from a potential first-round pick to potential lottery pick if he leaves Michigan State.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

ThyssenKrupp’s warship division expects its market size to triple as defense spending surges

That comes on the back of the German parliament voting in favor of a major fiscal package, which includes changes to debt policies for higher defense spending.

CNBC - Mar. 20

Bank of England Cautious Amid Economic Uncertainty and Rising Bills

Policymakers held interest rates at 4.5 percent on Thursday as they warned of rising economic uncertainty. Households are also bracing for higher utility costs starting next month.

The New York Times - Mar. 20

Maps show when allergy season will peak near you

Multiple allergy forecasters indicate 2025 is likely to be a pretty rough year for seasonal allergies. Pollen counts are expected to be higher than average in 39 states.

The Hill - 5d

In Wyoming, DOGE cuts spark fears of impacts to veterans in crisis

An office manager at a VA center in Wyoming, where the veteran suicide rate is 50% higher than the national average, was fired despite a glowing job review.

NBC News - 2d

In Wyoming, DOGE cuts spark fears of impacts to veterans in crisis

An office manager at a VA center in Wyoming, where the veteran suicide rate is 50% higher than the national average, was fired despite a glowing job review.

NBC News - 2d

In Wyoming, DOGE cuts spark fears of impacts to veterans in crisis

An office manager at a VA center in Wyoming, where the veteran suicide rate is 50% higher than the national average, was fired despite a glowing job review.

NBC News - 2d

Don’t just blame Trump – Democrats paved the way for this campus crackdown | Musa al-Gharbi

Both parties are responsible for the mess facing Columbia and other institutions. It’s time for their leaders to take a stand. Donald Trump trying to cow higher education institutions into ...

The Guardian - 2d

ICE detains University of Alabama doctoral student as government's college crackdown continues

A doctoral student at the University of Alabama has been arrested and detained by immigration authorities, as the Trump administration continues to target noncitizens in higher education.

NBC News - 22h

How Trump’s manufacturing obsession could cripple America

President Trump's promise of a manufacturing renaissance will likely backfire, resulting in higher prices, environmental toll and a shortage of specialized skills in the manufacturing industry.

The Hill - 18h

With 10 wins in 11 games, ESPN keeps Rockets at No. 4 in NBA power rankings

After 10 wins in 11 games, ESPN is listing Houston at No. 4 in its weekly NBA power rankings. Only Oklahoma City, Cleveland, and Boston are higher.

Yahoo Sports - 12h

With 10 wins in 11 games, ESPN keeps Rockets at No. 4 in NBA power rankings

After 10 wins in 11 games, ESPN is listing Houston at No. 4 in its weekly NBA power rankings. Only Oklahoma City, Cleveland, and Boston are higher.

Yahoo Sports - 12h

Forcing women back into the office will cost us millions

New research from the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management highlights how in-person work environments expose women to higher levels of workplace bias and mistreatment compared to ...

The Hill - Mar. 11

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