OpenAI expands COO Brad Lightcap's job to include business oversight, as Altman focuses on research

OpenAI said in a blog post on Monday that COO Brad Lightcap will now oversee "business and day-to-day operations."

CNBC - 4d

Ruff focuses on finishing job to fix the Sabres next year after 600th win as Buffalo's coach

Lindy Ruff gave a brief wave to acknowledge the applauding crowd before turning up the tunnel in what proved to be a modest moment to celebrate his 600th career win as Buffalo Sabres coach. ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Lindy Ruff focuses on finishing job to fix the Sabres next year after 600th win as Buffalo’s coach

Lindy Ruff was preoccupied with other thoughts following a win over the Ottawa Senators.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Caleb Love focused on finale vs Duke, not reflecting on his March Madness moment with UNC

There were no messages on Caleb Love's shoes as the Arizona guard prepared for his final game against Duke. Love isn't reflecting on his time at UNC:

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Maryland trying to stay focused on Sweet 16 amid possibility of coach Kevin Willard leaving for Villanova

On the eve of the Terrapins' showdown with Florida, Willard didn't answer questions about the Wildcats' coaching vacancy

CBS Sports - 2d

PM reveals he watches Adolescence with family and backs call to tackle misogyny

The drama focuses on the impact of social media and misogynist influencers on some teenage boys.

BBC News - Mar. 20

Practice Report: 3.17.25

Jordan Burks delivering a pass. ron bailey Last Monday, HC Ed Cooley and his Georgetown Hoyas held a focused, teaching practice, one replete of demands of focusing and learning constantly being ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Hit by ‘Gut Punches,’ Scientists Band Together to Protest Trump

Stand Up for Science aims to revive a movement that started in 2017, but with an all-new team and a more focused vision.

The New York Times - Mar. 6

Powell Says the Fed Is in No Hurry to Adjust Rates Amid Trump Policy Uncertainty

Jerome H. Powell says the Fed is focused on separating “signal from the noise,” as the president whipsaws on tariffs.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

NASA Eliminates Chief Scientist and Other Jobs at Its Headquarters

About 19 positions will be cut, including those in offices focused on technology policy and diversity, equity and inclusion.

The New York Times - Mar. 11

Should I pay off my tax debt before my credit card debt? Experts weigh in

Focusing on tax debt first can be a smart move, experts say, but that won't be the case for everyone.

CBS News - Mar. 12

Big budget Saudi TV series stirs controversy in Middle East

Iraq and Iran have banned mega production focused on seventh century schism between Sunni and Shia Muslims

Financial Times - Mar. 13

FirstFT: Vladimir Putin pushes maximalist demands in Ukraine talks

Also in today’s newsletter, Tesla warns of exposure to retaliatory tariffs and DeepSeek focuses on research

Financial Times - Mar. 14

Goodbye to 'bags fly free' on Southwest Airlines, the last freebie in America

Southwest's customer-focused business model won it a loyal following during its half-century of flying.

CNBC - Mar. 15

Report: Aaron Rodgers no longer on Vikings radar, turn down trade offer for J.J. McCarthy

Aaron Rodgers no longer on Vikings radar, focused on McCarthy for 2025 despite teams sending offers for the young quarterback.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

OpenAI’s Deep Research Agent Is Coming for White-Collar Work

The research-focused agent shows how a new generation of more capable AI models could automate some office tasks.

Wired - Mar. 19

NFL Draft prospect Jack Kiser would mesh well with Ravens LB Roquan Smith

Notre Dame Draft prospect Jack Kiser is a commodity the Baltimore Ravens should be focused on in April's NFL draft

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Midjourney’s surprise: new research on making LLMs write more creatively

There's still a lot of juice left to be squeezed, cognitively and performance-wise, from classic Transformer-based, text-focused LLMs.

VentureBeat - 4d

Three ways the Spring Statement could affect you and your money

While the Spring Statement focuses on the wider UK economy, it could have implications for your money.

BBC News - 2d

Island, an Enterprise Browser Startup, Valued at $4.8 Billion in Latest Funding Round

Island helps enterprises replace their existing suite of applications with a single, security-focused browser

Inc. - 2d

H.H.S. Scraps Studies of Vaccines and Treatments for Future Pandemics

Federal officials cited the end of the Covid-19 pandemic in halting the research. But much of the work was focused on preventing outbreaks of other pathogens.

The New York Times - 2d

Eagles agree to a deal with versatile offensive lineman Matt Pryor

Eagles are focused on restocking the offensive line depth and agreed to a deal with Matt Pryor on Thursday according to Jeff McLane of The Inquirer.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

U.S. tech giants are betting big on humanoid robots — but China's already ahead, analysts say

American tech giants are increasingly focusing on the humanoid robotics space, but analysts say they're at risk of falling behind China.

CNBC - 1d

U.S. tech giants are betting big on humanoid robots — but China's already ahead, analysts say

American tech giants are increasingly focusing on the humanoid robotics space, but analysts say they're at risk of falling behind China.

CNBC - 1d

Senators Press Marty Makary on Abortion Pills and Vaccines

At a hearing, Dr. Marty Makary, the nominee for F.D.A. commissioner, fielded questions focused on whether he would review or reopen certain policy areas.

The New York Times - Mar. 6

Trish Costello is Harnessing the Financial Power of Women

Trish Costello is the founder and C.E.O. of Portfolia, a women-focused investment platform that is fueling health care innovations aimed at improving women’s lives.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

This ETF plays defensively within growth stocks. Here’s how it’s faring better than the S&P 500.

Investors with an appetite for growth stocks can play defensively within the category by focusing more on high-quality stocks beyond Big Tech.

MarketWatch - Mar. 13

As consumers fret, executives have been talking a little less about inflation — and more about this

Despite consumer sentiment hitting a 29-month low by one measure, executives have focused less on inflation — and more on AI — during their quarterly earnings calls.

MarketWatch - Mar. 16

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani talks return to Japan, impact on kids

L.A. Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani spoke in a rare interview about playing in front of a home crowd in Japan and what he's focused on personally this upcoming season.

CBS News - Mar. 17

Judge in deportation case chides DOJ lawyer for refusing to answer key questions

The court fight focuses on the Trump administration's use of a 1798 law to deport people it claims are part of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua.

NBC News - Mar. 17

Wales links 'flattering' for Bristol boss Lam

Pat Lam admits links to the Wales head coach role are "flattering" but insists he remains focused on the "massive job" he has at Bristol Bears.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20

Saints showing strong interest in BYU offensive tackle prospect with rare measurables

The New Orleans Saints have had many meetings at many events during the 2025 offseason, several of which focused on a BYU offensive line prospect.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Can Zohran Mamdani, a Socialist and TikTok Savant, Become NYC Mayor?

The progressive state assemblyman from Queens is building a new coalition of voters for his mayoral campaign, which has focused on the city’s lack of affordability.

The New York Times - 5d

Grant Ellis' next chapter: How basketball built 'The Bachelor' star

Former Iona Gaels guard Grant Ellis, once too focused on earning his spot to think about dating, is now the star of "The Bachelor."

ESPN - 4d

Wells Fargo's strong rebound rally continues. How we're playing the move higher

Traders on Monday brushed off price target cuts and, instead, focused on signals that the U.S. may avoid starting a full-blown trade war.

CNBC - 4d

Infinite Reality acquires revived music service Napster for $207M

Infinite Reality, a tech company focused on immersive digital media and ecommerce, has agreed to acquire music brand Napster for $207 million.

VentureBeat - 3d

Rubio visits the Caribbean, where energy and migration will top his agenda this week

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in Jamaica as part of a tour of the Caribbean as the Trump administration increasingly focuses its attention on the Western Hemisphere

ABC News - 2d

How South Carolina women's basketball started preparing for Sweet 16: 'Rest and recover'

The South Carolina women's basketball team plays Maryland in the Sweet 16 of March Madness and has been focused on recovery since a second-round win.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

'A crisis moment': New Politics launches $20 million push to recruit service-oriented candidates

New Politics, a group focused on supporting candidates from service backgrounds, is launching a multimillion-dollar effort to recruit thousands of candidates over the next four years.

NBC News - 1d

'A crisis moment': New Politics launches $20 million push to recruit service-oriented candidates

New Politics, a group focused on supporting candidates from service backgrounds, is launching a multimillion-dollar effort to recruit thousands of candidates over the next four years.

NBC News - 1d

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