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Denisovans Extend Their Range to Asia’s Pacific Coast
A bone discovered in Taiwan turns out to have belonged to a Denisovan, a lineage previously identified only thousands of miles away.The New York Times - 2d -
Turkey and Israel Aim to Avoid Clashes in Syria as Tensions Rise
The two sides have started talks to prevent conflicts between their troops in Syria, amid a growing rivalry for influence in the region.The New York Times - 2d -
Uber’s Annual Lost and Found List Includes a Mannequin Head and Chain Saw
The company’s annual list of items passengers have left behind includes a mannequin head with human hair, a urinal and a chain saw.The New York Times - 1d -
A song critical of Nigeria's president is barred from airwaves
Authorities in Nigeria have barred radio stations from playing a song critical of President Bola Tinubu and his administration’s policiesABC News - 1d -
6 Ways to Calm Your Anxiety When Economic Stress Flares
Wild stock market swings and rising recession fears have put Americans on edge. Here are strategies to lower the angst.The New York Times - 23h -
How a Deal to Shape Golf’s Future Went Cold
Despite interventions by President Trump, talks to combine the PGA Tour and LIV Golf have come to a standstill.The New York Times - 20h -
As Tariffs Hit, Americans Are Racing to Buy Car Seats, iPhones and Christmas Gifts
Many Americans have purchased foreign-made products out of fears that companies could start to raise prices soon.The New York Times - 15h -
With Flacco signing, Browns in position to forgo drafting QB at No. 2
With Flacco back in the fold, the Browns have a veteran quarterback on the roster whom they can trust to run the offense in 2025.ESPN - 14h -
Sabres' Owen Power Exits Panthers Matchup With Injury
The Buffalo Sabres have announced that defenseman Owen Power will miss the remainder of the team's April 12 matchup against the Florida Panthers.Yahoo Sports - 7h -
How many Lakers players will sit out Sunday's game vs Trail Blazers?
Several Lakers rotation players have earned a day off on Sunday when the team visits the Trail Blazers.Yahoo Sports - 7h -
Universal theme park is coming to the UK - so what could it look like?
Imagination should have no limit when drawing up new resorts, rollercoaster and theme park experts say.BBC News - 8h -
This is the future of senior housing
Older consumers — and their adult children — now have more education and higher technological expectations.MarketWatch - 8h -
President Donald Trump attends UFC 314 in Miami
President Donald Trump is no stranger to the mixed martial arts scene, having attended multiple events in the past.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Wetzel: House settlement officially ends college amateurism, and good riddance
Amateurism has collapsed like the house of cards it always was. It shouldn't have lasted this long.ESPN - 5h -
North Sea oil deals allow companies to offset billions in tax liabilities
In three recent arrangements, operators with significant tax losses have merged with rivals with profitable assetsFinancial Times - 4h -
Trade war could put the frown back on Botox users’ faces
Fears that pharmaceuticals could yet be hit by tariffs have sent shares sharply lowerFinancial Times - 4h -
Share of domestic postgraduate researchers hits record low in England
Cuts to PhD funding have caused UK student intake to shrink, data showsFinancial Times - 4h -
NBA postseason tracker: Eastern Conference playoffs set
Tracking which teams have clinched for the playoffs with the 2024-25 NBA regular season nearing its conclusion.ESPN - 2h -
How the IRS layoffs could affect audits and refunds during tax filing season
Thousands of IRS employees have lost their jobs as part of DOGE's spending cuts, and the layoffs could affect essential agency functions during tax season.CNBC - 1d -
U.S. and Ukraine Reopen Talks on Contentious Minerals Deal
Kyiv and Washington have been haggling over a deal for resource rights that President Trump sees as a way to “recoup” past U.S. aid to Ukraine.The New York Times - 1d -
Coachella may be 'notorious,' but Kneecap just needs '12 Irish' to get the crowd going
The three members of the self-proclaimed 'sun cream brigade' have made the pilgrimage across the Atlantic to perform at music's sacred grounds in Indio on Friday.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Steeling China for a Tariff Fight, Xi Faces His Biggest Test Since Covid
Xi Jinping has refused to back down in China’s tariff confrontation with President Trump. But he’ll have to persuade his people that the pain is worth it.The New York Times - 1d -
New South Wales Waratahs beat Queensland 43-21 to win the Super Rugby Women's title
The New South Wales Waratahs have beaten the Queensland Red 43-31 to win their sixth Super Rugby Women’s title in eight grand final appearancesABC News - 1d -
Republicans plow ahead with anti-abortion agenda in states where voters approved constitutional amendments
After voters in seven states enshrined abortion rights in their state constitutions, GOP lawmakers have moved forward with bills to curtail them.NBC News - 22h -
3 suspected militants and an Indian army officer killed in Kashmir fighting
The Indian army says three suspected militants and an army officer have been killed in two separate gunbattles in Indian-controlled KashmirABC News - 23h -
High winds and sandstorms prompt Beijing to cancel hundreds of flights, close parks
High winds and the threat of sandstorms have prompted China's capital Beijing to cancel hundreds of flights and close public parks to avoid injuriesABC News - 23h -
Bond market moves raise fears of growing bets against America
Treasury yields have been behaving unusually, sparking concerns that the typical “safe haven” investment might be losing some of its shine.NBC News - 20h -
Ohio State unveils rings for winning CFP title
Ohio State's national championship football team will have some extra jewelry to show off on its visit to the White House on Monday.ESPN - 8h -
Newcastle boss Howe in hospital, to miss Man Utd
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has been hospitalised and will miss Sunday's game against Manchester United, the Premier League club have confirmed.ESPN - 6h -
Chelsea to scout 24-year-old star today after a recommendation from club legend
Chelsea have now joined the race to sign the Angers goalkeeper Yahia Fofana at the end of the season.According to football insider, they are impressed with the 24-year-old’s performances, and they ...Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Real Madrid stalwart starring at an uncertain future amid ongoing fitness worries – report
Eder Militao’s future at Real Madrid is reportedly becoming increasingly uncertain, as injuries have started to cloud the Brazilian defender’s previously promising career at the Santiago Bernabeu,...Yahoo Sports - 1h -
The identity politics of many Muslims, and critics of Islam, are deeply corrosive | Kenan Malik
Condemning them as ‘sectarian’ is only adding to the clamour that they have no place in the west. A poll suggests that most British Muslims identify more with their faith than with their nation . ...The Guardian - 1h -
Assisted living isn't just for people. A zoo in Spain helps elderly elephants age gracefully
Zoos have undergone a rethink in recent decades with the emphasis on the conservation of species and education, moving away from the past paradigm that often displayed exotic animals as a spectacleABC News - 2h -
Atlético fans: We'll sue UEFA over Álvarez UCL pen
Four Atlético Madrid fan groups have said they will take legal action against UEFA over Julián Álvarez's disallowed penalty in the Champions League.ESPN - 2h -
Why Sedona Prince is the toughest WNBA draft prospect to evaluate
She's a skilled 6-7 center, but some GMs have expressed doubt about drafting Sedona Prince after accusations of intimate partner violence.ESPN - 2h -
Ant available for Wolves' finale after T rescinded
The NBA rescinded the technical foul Anthony Edwards was issued in Minnesota's win Friday, which would have resulted in an automatic suspension for the Wolves' last game.ESPN - 1h -
New York jury awards $1.68 billion to women who accused writer and director Toback of sexual abuse
Lawyers for 40 women who accused writer and director James Toback of sexual abuse over a 35-year span say they have been awarded $1.68 billion from a New York juryABC News - 3d -
LeBron James is plastic, it's fantastic: Mattel unveils Ken doll modeled after Lakers star
LeBron James is bringing big Ken-ergy to the toy world. Barbie maker Mattel announced the Lakers star is the first professional male athlete to have a Ken doll modeled in his likeness.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
A Deadly Earthquake Rocks a Pillar of a Buddhist Nation: Its Monks
The people of Myanmar have often turned to the clergy for aid during natural disasters. But last month’s earthquake was also devastating for monks, many of whom died under the rubble of collapsed ...The New York Times - 2d -
‘Toxic cocktail’: study finds almost 200 pesticides in European homes
More than 40% of pesticides discovered in dust linked to toxic effects including cancer and hormone disruption. Almost 200 pesticides have been found by a study examining dust in homes around ...The Guardian - 1d
