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British Steel’s Chinese owner says UK government must ‘respect’ its rights
Jingye makes first comments after ministers seized control of struggling companyFinancial Times - 11h -
Gerry Cardinale’s RedBird evaluating takeover of UK’s Telegraph newspaper
Plan would reduce stake of Abu Dhabi-based IMI to overcome objections of British government on grounds of foreign controlFinancial Times - 6h -
PowerA Fusion Pro Wireless Controller Review: Great Sticks
PowerA’s premium Xbox controller has excellent party tricks.Wired - 1d -
Finding 314 Things the Government Might Know About You
Two reporters spent over a month compiling and analyzing information about the reams of data the U.S. government collects about Americans.The New York Times - 4h -
'Government Cheese' stays outside the box with a surreal Black family in the Valley
'Government Cheese' is a surrealist comedy on Apple TV+ about a Black family living in the San Fernando Valley that's based on co-creator Paul Hunter's own family.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Many HBCUs need government funding but some are preparing for a future without it
Colleges across the country are facing battles with the federal government over funding, but similar cuts and the potential elimination of the Education Department may be existential for ...NBC News - 5h -
Taylor takes issue with findings of Stanford probe
Former Stanford head football coach Troy Taylor released a statement about his firing on Wednesday, taking issue with the findings of two separate workplace investigations conducted during his two ...ESPN - 1h -
FirstFT: Nvidia blindsided by Trump’s new China chip controls
Also in today’s newsletter, US imposes sanctions on Chinese refinery, and China’s strong first-quarter growthFinancial Times - 3h -
Trump’s Give-and-Take Tariff Strategy
The president has watered down some of his trade demands, but that’s created confusion in the markets and has forced his administration to adapt its messaging.The New York Times - 1d -
Fyre Festival 2's fate up in the air after event says it won't take place at Mexican resort
Organizers of a Fyre Festival sequel said Wednesday it will no longer take place in the Mexican resort town of Playa Del Carmen after its website momentarily announced the event had been postponed, ...NBC News - 7h -
R.S.F. in Sudan Declare Parallel Government Amid Assault on Zamzam Camp
The United Nations said that at least 300 people were killed when the armed group, the Rapid Support Forces, stormed a camp in Darfur.The New York Times - 11h -
With 'Government Cheese,' Apple TV+ vaults into 1960s San Fernando Valley
David Oyelowo and Simone Missick star in a visually striking comic drama as a convict-turned-inventor and receptionist, respectively, with two sons in 1969 Chatsworth.Los Angeles Times - 7h -
Nvidia to Make Supercomputers in U.S.
New regulatory controls will drive the production cost of the computers up by $5.5 billion.Inc. - 7h -
Tech stocks drop as Nvidia, AMD warn of higher costs from China export controls
The chipmaking sector signaled that President Donald Trump's sweeping tariff plans could hamper demand.CNBC - 5h -
Powell indicates tariffs could pose a challenge for the Fed between controlling inflation and boosting growth
The central bank leader said that while he expects higher inflation and lower growth, it's unclear where the Fed will need to devote greater focus.CNBC - 7h -
Jagex takes survival game RuneScape: Dragonwilds into Steam early access
Jagex announced that its open world survival game RuneScape: Dragonwilds is now available in early access on Steam.VentureBeat - 1d -
Serbian students cycle hundreds of miles to take their grievances to the EU
Serbian university students who say their fight for justice is being overlooked in much of Europe arrived to a hero’s welcome in the heart of the European UnionABC News - 21h -
The Spin | In defence of the draw: why Ben Stokes and England should take note
The Bazball win-or-bust mantra has proven successful but it is time for captain to embrace grey in black and white world. “A tie is like kissing your sister,” Edward J Erdelatz said to the New York ...The Guardian - 15h -
White House Ends a Regular Reporting Slot for Independent Newswires
The move, which affects The Associated Press, Bloomberg News and Reuters, is another effort by the Trump administration to exert more control over the press corps that covers it.The New York Times - 12h -
How China Took Over the World’s Rare Earths Industry
China seized mines and built factories. Japan took note and invested in Australia. But the United States did little despite concerns about control of supplies.The New York Times - 9h -
Live from London, it's Saturday night! SNL taking sketch comedy across the pond
Saturday Night Live says it plans to launch a British version of the sketch comedy show that is celebrating its 50th anniversary across the pondABC News - 6d -
Oscar Piastri can take charge of the Formula 1 title race from pole position in Bahrain
Oscar Piastri can seize the initiative in the Formula 1 title race as he starts on pole position for the Bahrain Grand Prix on Sunday with his teammate Lando Norris and champion Max Verstappen both ...ABC News - 3d -
Nvidia to take $5.5bn hit as US clamps down on AI chip sales to China
Trump administration’s curbs send chipmaker’s shares slidingFinancial Times - 11h -
Hertz shares surge more than 50% after Bill Ackman takes big stake in the rental car firm
Shares of Hertz surged 56% Wednesday after a regulatory filing revealed Pershing Square had built a 4.1% position as of the end of 2024.CNBC - 5h -
Agent's Take: Why two-way NFL Draft star Travis Hunter would be best served financially as a No. 1 receiver
If Hunter proves his worth on both sides of the ball, he could break the bankCBS Sports - 7h -
2025 NFL Draft: Giants GM on how they'd use Travis Hunter, whether they need to take a QB and potential trades
New York has lots of options with the No. 3 overall pickCBS Sports - 6h -
Twins take series from Mets with 4-3 win on Ty France's game-ending single in the 10th inning
Ty France singled in the 10th inning to give the Minnesota Twins a 4-3 victory after the New York Mets rallied with a three-run eighthABC News - 5h -
Rob Gronkowski taking on entertainment role in 'Snake Pit' during first Indianapolis 500 next month
Rob Gronkowski will have an entertainment role for his first Indianapolis 500 next monthABC News - 6h -
Robot starts 2nd mission to retrieve debris at the ruined Fukushima nuclear plant
A remote-controlled robot has embarked on its second mission to retrieve tiny bits of melted fuel debris from inside a damaged reactor at the Fukushima nuclear plant that was wrecked by a tsunami ...ABC News - 1d -
Trump questions Harvard's tax-exempt status after funding freeze
The federal government has frozen $2.2 billion in funding for the Ivy League school.CBS News - 1d -
Sony wins distribution rights to "Wheel of Fortune," "Jeopardy!"
A Los Angeles court ruled that Sony may take over distribution of "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy!" which it produces, from CBS.CBS News - 6d -
The Best Fits for This Year’s N.F.L. Draft Quarterback Prospects
The Tennessee Titans will likely take Cam Ward with the No. 1 pick. After that, it’s anyone’s guess where top passers will land.The New York Times - 2d -
It's a boy! Phillies slugger Bryce Harper uses blue bat to signal creative baby gender reveal
Bryce Harper is set to take another swing at fatherhood — and he did it with a blue batABC News - 1d -
Are You Actually Ready for Change?
Most change initiatives fail because leaders underestimate what it takes to get people on board.Inc. - 1d -
UK and France in talks over migrant returns deal
The scheme would return illegal migrants who cross the Channel in exchange for the UK taking legal migrants.BBC News - 11h -
‘Human Made’: Artists Push Back on A.I. Dolls and Action Figures
Amid the rush to take part in a recent trend, some artists, concerned about the use of ChatGPT, are hand-drawing their own versions.The New York Times - 11h -
CBS wins a temporary reprieve in 'Wheel of Fortune,' 'Jeopardy' fight with Sony
Last week, a judge ruled that Sony Pictures Television could take over distribution of the lucrative game shows.Los Angeles Times - 5h -
Tevez targets Ronaldo, Messi for farewell game
Carlos Tevez wants former teammates Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi to take part in his farewell game in Buenos Aires.ESPN - 1h -
What to Know About Trump’s Antitrust Efforts Against Tech Giants
The Trump administration will take Meta to court this week, continuing an aggressive effort to rein in the power of the biggest tech companies. Here’s what to know.The New York Times - 3d