Gradual Independence Wins

Greenland party favouring gradual independence wins election

Incumbent coalition defeated in polls dominated by Donald Trump’s threat to seize Arctic island

Financial Times - 15h

Greenland's opposition wins election dominated by independence and Trump

The Democrats party wants a gradual move to independence but the second-placed party is keen to speed it up.

BBC News - 9h

Upset in Greenland parliamentary elections as center-right party wins

Greenland parliamentary elections produced an upset win by a party favoring gradual independence from Denmark. President Trump openly covets the vast island.

CBS News - 13h

Pope Francis showing "gradual, slight improvement," Vatican says

The Vatican said Pope Francis is showing "gradual, slight improvement." The 88-year-old has been in the hospital for 23 days, battling double pneumonia.

CBS News - 3d

Independent government oversight is dying

The more than 45 years of bipartisan support for independent oversight — oversight that has demonstrably improved government services and saved billions of taxpayer dollars — may be coming to an end.

The Hill - 10h

"Dismantling" independent oversight in D.C.

In its purge of federal employees, the Trump administration has fired independent inspectors general, heads of government watchdog agencies, and everyday civil servants. Here's why so many ...

CBS News - 2d

Greenland voting underway with Trump, independence in headlines

Greenland's national election will determine control of its parliament, with the ruling Inatsisartut party supporting independence and Trump suggesting the U.S. should take control of the island.

The Hill - 1d

Golden Ace wins most dramatic Champion Hurdle in living memory

Outsider triumphs on day one of Cheltenham festival Constitution Hill and State Man both fall independently Amid falling crowds, increasing numbers of odds-on shots and a relentless stream of ...

The Guardian - 1d

Watchdogs fired by Trump raise alarms over future of independent oversight

President Trump has fired several independent government watchdogs. They're now sharing warnings about what it could mean for federal oversight.

CBS News - 2d

What America is losing as Trump fires independent government watchdogs

President Trump has fired heads of offices and agencies tasked, since Watergate, with protecting federal workers and whistleblowers. Scott Pelley reports on what's happening to independent watchdogs.

CBS News - 2d

Pope showing "gradual, slight improvement" amid double pneumonia treatment

The 88-year-old pope has remained stable, with no fever and good oxygen levels in his blood for several days, doctors said.

CBS News - 3d

Nebraska Legislature approves measure classifying gig economy workers as independent contractors

The Nebraska Legislature has approved a measure classifying some gig economy workers as independent contractors, according to its website. L.B. 229, introduced by state Sen. Bob Hallstrom, was ...

The Hill - 1d

Greenland caught in a love triangle between the U.S., Denmark and independence as election takes place

Greenlanders go the polls Tuesday in a pivotal election in which independence from Denmark is a key theme — as well as Trump's ambitions to 'own' the island.

CNBC - 1d

Greenland independence debate ‘on steroids’ ahead of election

Donald Trump’s threats to take the territory have divided parliamentary candidates over the future of Danish rule

Financial Times - 2d

Judges raise concerns about threats to independence amid GOP criticism

Elon Musk has accused some federal judges of being "evil" and said they should be fired after issuing preliminary decisions against the Trump administration.

CBS News - 1d

Weston and Stoecker win silver at skeleton Worlds

Great Britain duo Matt Weston and Tabby Stoecker win team silver at the skeleton World Championships in Lake Placid, USA.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Pope Francis shows 'slight improvement' amid weekslong hospitalization, Vatican says

Pope Francis has shown a "gradual, slight improvement" after more than three weeks in the hospital, the Vatican said Saturday.

NBC News - 4d

Humans Have Been Perfecting Avocados for 7,500 Years

Ancient peoples of Latin America saved the fleshy fruits from extinction and gradually made them tastier.

The New York Times - 1d

Cavs win 15th straight for 2nd time this season

The NBA-leading Cavaliers rallied from 18 down in the third quarter to beat the Nets and match the longest winning streak in franchise history.

ESPN - 17h

Can the Cavaliers win 70 games? Cleveland quietly pursuing NBA history as they extend winning streak to 15

Cleveland needs to finish the season 15-2 to reach 70 wins, something only two other NBA teams have accomplished

CBS Sports - 19h

UFC 313 results: Ankalaev dethrones Pereira, wins by unanimous decision

The UFC's light heavyweight division has a new champion, following Magomed Ankalaev's win over Alex Pereira.

ESPN - 3d

Kerr saw shades of ‘Playoff Jimmy' in Warriors' win vs. Pistons

Steve Kerr praised Jimmy Butler's play in the Golden State Warriors' win over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday at Chase Center.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

India edge out New Zealand to win Champions Trophy

India win the Champions Trophy for a record third time after a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in Dubai.

BBC News - 3d

GB win three silvers on final day of European Indoors

Great Britain win three silvers on the final day of the European Athletics Indoor Championships to finish with seven medals.

BBC News - 3d

Is winning the F1 title in 2025 a trap? A looming rules reset could punish this year's contenders

Could winning the Formula 1 title in 2025 actually hurt a team

ABC News - 3d

As Trump eyes Greenland, election tests Arctic island's ambitions for independence from Denmark

With President Donald Trump setting his sights on acquiring Greenland, voters in the general election were thinking about the future status of the Arctic island.

NBC News - 1d

Mainz up to third in Bundesliga after win at Borussia Mönchengladbach

Mainz has kept up its push for a place in next year’s Champions League with a 3-1 win at Borussia Mönchengladbach

ABC News - 5d

GB's Azu claims 60m gold as Robertson wins bronze

Great Britain's Jeremiah Azu claims men's 60m gold at the European Athletics Indoor Championships, as team-mate Andrew Robertson wins bronze.

BBC News - 4d

GB's Kartal earns career-best win at Indian Wells

British lucky loser Sonay Kartal continues to make the most of her reprieve at Indian Wells by earning the biggest win of her career.

BBC News - 3d

What we learned as GP2's career night fuels Warriors' win

The star of the Golden State Warriors' 130-120 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night wasn't Steph Curry, but Gary Payton II.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Can win vs. Panthers, Zadorov's fight with Bennett spark Bruins?

The Bruins earned a huge comeback win over the rival Panthers on Tuesday. Whether they can use it to spark a run to the playoffs remains to be seen.

Yahoo Sports - 11h

Garcia wins in Hong Kong; Phil on 1st LIV podium

Sergio Garcia carded a 7-under 63 to capture a double victory at LIV Golf Hong Kong, winning both the individual and team titles. Phil Mickelson shot a 64 to stand on his first podium as a LIV member.

ESPN - 2d

Littler throws nine-darter but 19-match win streak ends

Luke Littler throws his first nine-darter of the year but his 19-match winning run came to an end with a defeat in the semi-finals of the Players Championship Five.

BBC News - 23h

Democrat wins special election for Minnesota state House seat

Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) candidate David Gottfried is projected to win a special election for a seat in the Minnesota House, according to Decision Desk HQ. Gottfried, a pro bono ...

The Hill - 19h

Greenland opposition party wins election held in Trump's shadow

Greenland voters have expressed strong support for sovereignty, with the Demokraatit party winning nearly 30% of the vote, while President Trump continues to push for an annexation of the island ...

The Hill - 7h