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Man gets prison in U.S. for helping pressure Chinese expat to return home
A real estate businessman who aided a Chinese effort to pressure an expatriate to return home has been sentenced to over a year in a U.S. prison.NBC News - 5d -
Accenture is DOGE's first corporate casualty as shares dive on warning that contracts will be cut
Shares of Accenture slid more than 7% on Thursday after the consulting firm said tighter federal spending efforts have begun to weigh on its revenues.CNBC - 5d -
Researchers Rush to Save US Government Data on Trans Youth—Before It Disappears
In the face of the Trump administration's anti-trans efforts, researchers and volunteers around the world are backing up federally-funded studies, and vowing to keep the resources online.Wired - 5d -
Trump craves better relations with Russia — Why?
Trump's administration's efforts to improve relations with Russia have not yielded significant benefits for the US, as Russia's relationship with China remains strong and the Kremlin's destructive ...The Hill - 4d -
Small Business Administration cutting staff by 43%
The Small Business Administration on Friday said it is cutting more than 40% of its staff as part of the Trump administration's wider effort to shrink the federal bureaucracy.CBS News - 4d -
Texas Measles Outbreak May Continue for a Year, Officials Say
Vaccination efforts have faltered, and many residents have turned to alternative treatments endorsed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary.The New York Times - 4d -
E.P.A. Investigations of Severe Pollution Look Increasingly at Risk
The agency will no longer shut down “any stage of energy production,” absent an imminent threat, a new memo says, and will curtail efforts to cut pollution in poorer areas.The New York Times - 4d -
OU basketball falls short in NCAA Tournament, where do Porter Moser, Sooners go from here?
Despite a staunch defensive effort, the Sooners shot 32.1% from the field, ending their season to UConn 67-59 in the first round of March Madness.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
John Tonje's record-setting 37 points vs BYU in March Madness game celebrated despite the loss, social media reactions
Wisconsin basketball's John Tonje scored a program NCAA tournament single-game record 37 points vs BYU in a losing effort.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Clinton scores 'ingenious' long-range strike as Man Utd beat Aston Villa
Grace Clinton scores an "ingenious" long-range effort as Manchester United beat Aston Villa 4-0 in the Women's Super League.BBC News - 2d -
Senate Democrats press Trump to work with Congress on TikTok ban
A group of Senate Democrats asked President Trump on Monday to disclose the administration's efforts to keep TikTok online and called for the White House to actively work with Congress to avoid ...The Hill - 1d -
FBI launches Tesla threats task force: 'This is domestic terrorism'
Tesla CEO Elon Musk and his DOGE team are leading efforts by the Trump administration to drastically cut federal government spending and staff.CNBC - 1d -
Who is Sara Ashlee Barker? What to know of Alabama women's basketball star senior guard
Here's what to know Alabama women's basketball guard Ashlee Sarah Barker, including stats and more, after her heroic effort vs. Maryland:Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Government workers, managers cling to remote work despite mandates
The federal and state government’s efforts to force workers back into the office will run into the same resistance and noncompliance that we have seen in the private sector — only the consequences ...The Hill - 1d -
Crusoe Energy sells bitcoin mining unit to focus on 'huge opportunity' in AI
Crusoe Energy is selling its entire bitcoin mining business to NYDIG and will put all its internal efforts into building out AI infrastructure.CNBC - 21h -
Trump Admin Plans to Cut Team Responsible for Critical Atomic Measurement Data
As the Trump administration continues its efforts to slash the US federal workforce, the team responsible for publishing data used in advanced research in astrophysics, nuclear fusion, and other ...Wired - 22h -
As Trump Administration Cuts Funding, Researchers Turn to European Universities
European universities have begun recruiting researchers who lost their jobs in the administration’s cost-cutting efforts, or are anxious over perceived threats to academic freedom.The New York Times - 17h -
Deeply unpopular Peruvian president calls for general elections in April 2026
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte says her country will hold general elections one year from now in an effort to end years of instabilityABC News - 6h -
South Korea Wildfires Kill Dozens of People
At least 24 people are dead, including the pilot of a helicopter that crashed during efforts to contain fires that have burned for days, fueled by strong winds.The New York Times - 2h -
Buying a Home? Without the CFPB, You Need to Be Your Own Watchdog.
The C.F.P.B. had kept a close eye on mortgage lenders. But with the bureau hobbled, consumers should take several steps, starting with shopping for the best mortgage rates.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
Letters to Sports: UCLA basketball coaches draw more scrutiny
Readers of the Los Angeles Sports section give their thoughts and opinions on UCLA basketball coaches Mick Cronin and Cori Close, the Dodgers, Lakers and Rams.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 8 -
No. 8 Michigan State tops No. 17 Michigan 79-62, winning 18-school Big Ten title by three games
The Spartans (26-5, 17-3 Big Ten) closed the regular season with seven straight wins, including five against AP Top 25 teams.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 9 -
North Korea tests 'multiple' ballistic missiles as US-South Korea war games begin
"South Korean military has increased surveillance and maintaining readiness posture in close cooperation with the U.S.," South Korea's Joint Chiefs said on Monday.ABC News - Mar. 10 -
Reality Games raises $4.7M for location-based Monopoly World
Reality Games has closed a $4.7 million seed round to accelerate the development of its location-based real-world Monopoly game.VentureBeat - Mar. 10 -
Man Utd plan to build 'iconic' £2bn 100,000-capacity stadium
Manchester United announce plans to build the biggest stadium in the UK - an "iconic" new £2bn 100,000-seater ground close to Old Trafford.BBC News - Mar. 11 -
Most of the S&P 500 is already in correction territory as benchmark teeters near milestone
As of Monday's close, 366 S&P 500 components, or 73%, were trading 10% or more below their respective 52-week highs.CNBC - Mar. 11 -
Why the UK Has Not Retaliated Against Trump’s Tariffs
Prime Minister Keir Starmer wants to stay close to the United States, even as the uncertainty unleashed by President Trump offers a chance to build ties with the European Union.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Treasury yields end higher for second day after CPI inflation data comes in cooler than expected
Bond yields closed with back-to-back gains Wednesday after the consumer-price index report for February came in cooler than Wall Street expected.MarketWatch - Mar. 12 -
Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates to debate about Trump, Musk and key issues
A closely watched Wisconsin Supreme Court election takes center stage as Republican-backed Brad Schimel and Democratic-backed Susan Crawford are set to debate.ABC 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 -
Federal Agency Dedicated to Mental Illness and Addiction Faces Huge Cuts
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has already closed offices and could see staff numbers reduced by 50 percent.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
'Long Bright River' allowed Amanda Seyfried to go inside a cop's mind with its creator
For Amanda Seyfried, the Peacock limited series offered a rare opportunity to play a character adapted from a book while working closely alongside the author, Liz Moore.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 13 -
Dollar General store review and closures dent fourth-quarter earnings
As part of the reevaluation, the dollar-store chain said it will close 96 Dollar General stores and 45 Popshelf stores and will convert six other locations.CNBC - Mar. 13 -
A Chilling Scream, Then the Discovery of 53 Dead and Dying Migrants
Prosecutors in San Antonio are putting human smugglers on trial, as legal avenues into the United States are closed off and dangers to undocumented migrants may be rising.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
Revealed: Arsenal & Liverpool want €50m winger, he’s open to transfer this summer
Arsenal and Liverpool are among the clubs keen on the potential transfer of Lyon wonderkid winger Malick Fofana this summer.Sources with a close understanding of the situation have informed ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Premier League side eyeing sensational Ancelotti return amid Real Madrid uncertainty
Chelsea are keeping a close eye on Carlo Ancelotti’s situation at Real Madrid as they prepare for the possibility of making a move for him at the end of the season. According to reports from Fichaj...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
'Whatever it takes': Texas Tech basketball doesn't have to be pretty in March to win games
The Texas Tech basketball team has made a habit of being in close games this season and found itself in another one on Thursday against Baylor.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Every way to bet on Alex Ovechkin's goals record chase
Alex Ovechkin is one of the hottest NHL bets, here are the special markets bettors can bet on as he closes in on the goals scored record.ESPN - Mar. 14 -
Judge formally sentences Adnan Syed to time served in 'Serial' podcast case
A Maryland judge formally sentenced Adnan Syed on Friday to the time he’s already served in prison, appearing to finally close the “Serial” podcast case.NBC News - Mar. 14 -
Defending champion Centerville falls in semifinals of State B girls basketball tourney
Deubrook Area came close again Friday to collecting its first ever state girls basketball tournament win before falling to Parkston in overtime.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15
