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A Quarter-Billion Dollars for Defamation: Inside Greenpeace’s Huge Loss

A pipeline company’s lawsuit against the environmental group could chill free speech, experts said. First Amendment issues are likely to figure prominently in an appeal.

The New York Times - 1d

Biggest cost from Trump’s tariffs is uncertainty for Asian carmakers

Companies forced to make billion-dollar bets in face of unpredictable politics

Financial Times - 23h

Purdue Pharma submits opioid lawsuit settlement plan, including up to $7 billion cash from Sacklers

Members of the Sackler family who own the OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma would hand over the company and up to $7 billion in cash in the latest plan to settle thousands of lawsuits over the toll of ...

ABC News - Mar. 19

Clean energy spending boosts GOP districts. But lawmakers are keeping quiet as Trump targets incentives

We asked 18 Republicans whose districts benefit most from Biden’s IRA climate law if they back Trump’s demands. Billions of dollars in clean energy spending and jobs have overwhelmingly flowed to ...

The Guardian - 1d

Wall Street banks got meager payout from CoreWeave IPO

After waiting over three years for a billion-dollar-plus IPO from a U.S. tech company, Wall Street's top banks only got a 2.8% fee.

CNBC - 1d

Investors are turning bearish on the U.S. dollar as Trump tariffs loom

Market watchers told CNBC they saw upside for certain currencies amid "erosion of confidence in the dollar."

CNBC - 3h

An AI 'gold rush.' What to know about OpenAI's record $40-billion funding round

The latest $40-billion investment round will bring the ChatGPT's valuation to $300 billion.

Los Angeles Times - 37m

Alphabet to buy cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32 billion

Google owner Alphabet has agreed to buy cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32 billion

ABC News - Mar. 18

Obama photobombs family's D.C. cherry blossom moment

WASHINGTON — A family taking photos with the cherry blossoms on D.C.’s Tidal Basin spotted a famous figure in the background of their shots: former President Barack Obama.

NBC News - 10h

Ashton Hall’s Unconventional Morning Routine Has Drawn Nearly a Billion Views

Ashton Hall’s unconventional morning routine has drawn close to a billion views, and scores of copycat videos.

The New York Times - Mar. 25

Musk’s xAI Buys Social Media Platform X for $45 Billion

Elon Musk said on X that ‘xAI and X’s futures are intertwined.’ He bought Twitter for $44 billion in 2022.

Inc. - 4d

To Secure $40 Billion, OpenAI Must Complete For-Profit Transition by End-Year

SoftBank can reduce funding to $20 billion if OpenAI fails to fully transition by the deadline.

Inc. - 3d

Eight Watch Brands Now Sell $1 Billion a Year

There now are eight brands selling more than $1 billion each year. Experts say it means big brands are getting bigger and their products are getting pricier.

The New York Times - 2d

Gunmen break into former Seahawks player Richard Sherman's home with family inside

Armed gunmen broke into former Seahawks player Richard Sherman's home with his family inside, according to video he shared on social media.

ABC News - 1d

Richard Sherman's house was robbed at gunpoint while his family was home

Former NFL cornerback and current Amazon Prime analyst Richard Sherman's house was recently robbed at gunpoint, while his family was home.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

The Irving Family Provides Many Jobs to a Canadian Province, But Also Draws Concerns

The Irving family businesses dominate Saint John, New Brunswick. They are a major employer, but residents say those jobs have come with a steep cost.

The New York Times - 19h

OpenAI funding round could be cut by $10 billion if for-profit conversion doesn't occur by year-end

If OpenAI doesn't restructure into an independent for-profit company by Dec. 31, its mega-financing round could be slashed by $10 billion.

CNBC - 1d

OpenAI closes $40 billion funding round, largest private tech deal on record

OpenAI on Monday announced the close of its $40 billion financing, the most money raised in a single round by a private tech company.

CNBC - 20h

Ex-NFL DB Sherman's house robbed, family home

Retired NFL start defensive back Richard Sherman said Monday on X that robbers with guns hit his house over the weekend while his family was at home. He posted security photos and a video, asking ...

ESPN - 1d

Trump administration cuts tens of millions of dollars from Planned Parenthood – live

HHS reportedly gives organization 10 days to prove that they’ll comply with orders that ban DEI and other initiatives. Immigration remains a strength for Donald Trump, but his handling of tariffs ...

The Guardian - 1d

Urijah Faber 'wasn't really looking for a fight,' but GFL is paying 'big dollars'

UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber is getting an unexpected chance at redemption against his old foe Renan Barao in the GFL.

Yahoo Sports - 17h

Maxwell: The Jags need a stadium, want tax dollars to play in Orlando

When I first heard that the Jacksonville Jaguars were thinking about relocating to Orlando for the team’s 2027 season when their stadium is being renovated, I thought: Cool. The team desperately ...

Yahoo Sports - 16h

DOGE Was Created to Save the Government Money. It May End Up Costing Billions Instead

DOGE reports it has saved $130 billion, but between lost tax income and severance costs, the unit may wind up costing the U.S.

Inc. - 3d

Former New York Yankees Player Brett Gardner's 14-Year-Old Son Miller's Body Released to Family

The MLB player's teenage son died unexpectedly in his sleep while the family was on vacation in Costa Rica

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Richard Sherman's home robbed at gunpoint with family home, ex-NFL DB says

Richard Sherman announced on social media his house was robbed while his family was home.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Selena's family says decision to deny her killer parole 'reaffirms that justice continues to stand'

Selena's family says 'justice continues to stand' for the Tejano superstar after her killer, Yolanda Saldívar, is denied parole. 'Today, we are grateful.'

Los Angeles Times - 4d

US gives initial approval for Qatar to purchase MQ-9 armed drones for nearly $2 billion

The United States has given an initial approval for the energy-rich Mideast nation of Qatar to buy eight armed MQ-9B Predator drones for its military, an estimated purchase worth nearly $2 billion

ABC News - 5d

Elon Musk sells X to his own xAI for $33 billion in all-stock deal

Elon Musk has sold social media site X to his own xAI artificial intelligence company in a $33 billion all-stock deal, the billionaire announced on Friday

ABC News - 4d

The NHL and Rogers agree on 12-year, $7.7 US billion media rights deal in Canada, AP source says

The NHL has reached an agreement with Rogers Communications on a 12-year, $7.7 US billion media rights agreement in Canada, according to a person familiar with the deal. The contract is the latest ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Should you buy a new car before auto tariffs take effect?

Tariffs are expected to hike prices by thousands of dollars per vehicle.

ABC News - 3d

Americanswers…on 5 Live! Could Trump run for a third term?

And why is Elon Musk handing out $1 million dollar cheques to voters?

BBC News - 1d

OpenAI Closes Deal That Values Company at $300 Billion

The start-up’s valuation, which has nearly doubled in six months, shows continued enthusiasm for A.I. among investors.

The New York Times - 1d

Trump Administration Will Review Billions in Funding for Harvard

The move follows the cancellation of roughly $400 million in funding for Columbia and the suspension of $175 million for the University of Pennsylvania.

The New York Times - 22h

'I feel like I belong to the family' - Pereira

In the moment we can play very good game with quality, but in other moments, especially this moment, we need to suffer together. Matheus is part of team, and for sure with his quality he will help ...

Yahoo Sports - 11h

World markets and US dollar suffer worst monthly losses since 2022 as Trump tariffs fuel recession fears – business live

Shares slide after President Donald Trump says new reciprocal tariffs expected this week will include all nations, and Goldman Sachs say US recession more likely. Wall Street shrinks in response ...

The Guardian - 1d