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Cutting Off NPR and PBS
Republicans say there is no reason for the government to fund the public broadcasters.The New York Times - 2d -
Faulty data leaves Britain in the dark
The quality of ONS governance and critical statistics needs fixingFinancial Times - 1d -
Air travel is ready for the wheelie-suitcase surcharge
Free carry-on luggage may seem a bargain, but it often leads to a forced trip to the baggage carousel anywayFinancial Times - 4d -
Motivation for coaching change in Memphis reportedly was to 'optimize' Ja Morant
Morant was no fan of the Grizzlies' new offense, which was forced on coach Taylor Jenkins by management, who fired Jenkins.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Russia launches no strike drones into Ukraine for first time since December
Russia launched no long-range strike drones into Ukraine on Monday night and into Tuesday morning, Ukraine's air force said.ABC News - 2d -
Woman who reported predatory officer blamed by Met
The woman accused the force of trying to discredit her over her complaints against a Met constable.BBC News - 1d -
U.S. reaffirms commitment to Taiwan as Beijing conducts live fire drills in East China Sea
Chinese military extended into second day a joint exercise involving its army, navy and rocket forces near the coast of Taiwan.CNBC - 1d -
UK couple's death in New Zealand probed as murder-suicide
The bodies were found after officers forced entry to a house in Roseneath, near Wellington, on Monday.BBC News - 1d -
FirstFT: Reaction to Trump’s ‘liberation day’ tariffs
Also in today’s newsletter, Nato’s role in Ukraine peacekeeping force, and Musk calls reports of White House departure ‘fake news’Financial Times - 18h -
National Security Agency chief and deputy director dismissed
Air Force Gen. Timothy Haugh was both the head of U.S. Cyber Command and the director of the NSA since February 2024.NBC News - 1h -
Morning-after pill to be made free at pharmacies in England
The government hopes the move will end the "unfair postcode lottery" some women face.BBC News - 4d -
Raise political advisers’ pay to attract more experts, Labour MPs suggest
Labour Growth Group report examines ways to improve performance of central governmentFinancial Times - 4d -
Fiscal tweaks won’t solve Britain’s growth problem
The government must embark on a much more radical programme of structural reformsFinancial Times - 4d -
How Much Does America Spend?
We explore what federal government spends its money on.The New York Times - 3d -
Sentencing Council to suspend guidelines at centre of ‘two-tier’ justice row in England and Wales
UK government threatens to override independent body with fast-track legislationFinancial Times - 3d -
Sentencing guidelines ditched after 'two-tier' row
It comes after the government said it would pass an emergency law to override the guidance.BBC News - 3d -
Indonesia’s new sovereign wealth fund vows transparency ‘like a public company’
Danantara has been dogged by questions over governance and political interferenceFinancial Times - 2d -
South Africa’s ANC calls Trump Afrikaner refugee plan ‘madness’
Main party in governing coalition dismisses US accusations of white minority oppressionFinancial Times - 2d -
UK finalising Chagos deal with Mauritius, says No 10
Government sources have indicated that the agreement will not need further approval from the US.BBC News - 2d -
Chinese megabanks’ interest margins fall to record low as economy slows
Increase in savers and government push to boost credit put pressure on lendersFinancial Times - 2d -
Health department layoffs mean that data on drug use and mental health could sit unused
A 50-year-old government survey on drug use may be in jeopardyABC News - 1d -
Need more joined up thinking on the north
Also in this week’s newsletter, regional disparities in the government’s ‘growth spending’Financial Times - 12h -
Tory bid to boost NHS dental appointments led to fewer patients, MPs say
Scheme introduced by Conservative government ‘comprehensively failed’, report findsFinancial Times - 5h -
India's parliament set to debate controversial law on Muslim endowments
India’s parliament has begun debating a proposal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu nationalist government to change laws governing Muslim land endowments in the countryABC News - 1d -
India's parliament passes controversial bill that would change Muslim endowments
India’s parliament has passed a controversial bill moved by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu nationalist government to amend laws governing Muslim land endowmentsABC News - 1d -
Chair of African charity says Prince Harry orchestrated bullying campaign
The chairperson of an African charity co-founded by Prince Harry has accused him of orchestrating a bullying and harassment campaign to try to force her outABC News - 4d -
Hyo Joo Kim fires 64, beats Lilia Vu in playoff at Ford Championship
Hyo Joo Kim rallied from a four-shot deficit Sunday with an 8-under 64 to force a playoff, defeating Lilia Vu on the first extra hole.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
New York Giants appear to be trending away from QBs in first round of 2025 NFL draft
New York Giants GM Joe Schoen sure sounds like a man who won't force a quarterback selection at No. 3 overall in the 2025 NFL draft.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Military families are 'making a mistake' if they skip this tax-free retirement account, advisor says
Members of the U.S. armed forces qualify for special tax breaks, which can offer unique financial planning opportunities, experts say. Here's what to know.CNBC - 3d -
Jets’ Woody Johnson: ‘We made the right choice’ moving on from Aaron Rodgers
The new Jets front office was forced to make a tough decision on quarterback Aaron Rodgers earlier this offseason -- and owner Woody Johnson feels they made the right choice.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Giants must find their next franchise quarterback, but GM Joe Schoen won't act recklessly
The Giants need their franchise quarterback. They know that. But don't expect general manager Joe Schoen to force the issue if he and his staff don't love the options in the draft.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
China holds military drills around Taiwan, calling its president a 'parasite'
The Chinese military conducted large-scale drills around Taiwan in what it said was a “stern warning” to pro-independence forces on the Beijing-claimed island.NBC News - 2d -
Rams may need to alter their kickoff strategy after NFL makes key rule change
Touchbacks will now come out to the 35-yard line after a kickoff, which could force Sean McVay and the Rams to change their strategyYahoo Sports - 2d -
Watch live: House convenes hearing on released JFK assassination records
The House Oversight Committee's Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets is holding a hearing Tuesday afternoon on the release of former President John F. Kennedy's assassination ...The Hill - 2d -
BBC finds fear, loss and hope in Sudan's ruined capital after army victory
Our correspondent enters Khartoum just days after Sudan's army recaptured it from the Rapid Support Forces after a six-month offensive.BBC News - 2d -
What Lane Kiffin expects from Ole Miss tight ends Dae'Quan Wright, Luke Hasz in 2025
Ole Miss football coach Lane Kiffin brought in tight end Luke Hasz to join forces with returning player Dae'Quan Wright.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Roma spend €17 million in agent commissions
Roma are struggling with UEFA’s financial constraints, imposed by the settlement agreement. The Giallorossi are forced to reduce costs and increase revenues, a situation that will also affect the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
British tennis player Fran Jones collapses on court
British tennis player Fran Jones has been forced to withdraw from the Colsanitas Cup in Bogota after collapsing in the middle of a match.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
After three years at the Payne Park Tennis Center, Sarasota Open moves to Sarasota Sports Club
The ATP event was held the last three years at the Payne Park Tennis Center, but differences forced a move to the former Serendipity Tennis Club.Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Trump tariffs threaten Apple's supply chain, stock suffers steepest drop in 5 years
Apple has warned that tariffs could hurt its business, prompt it to increase prices and potentially force it to stop offering certain products altogether.CNBC - 6h
