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European leaders pledge to stand by Ukraine after confrontational Oval Office meeting with Trump
European leaders have pledged to stand by Ukraine in the wake of the contentious Oval Office meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr ...ABC News - 16h -
Western leaders visit Kyiv and pledge military support against Russia on the war's 3rd anniversary
Ukraine is marking the bleakest anniversary of its war with Russia, with its forces under severe pressure on the battlefield after three years of fighting and shaken by the Trump administration’s ...ABC News - 4d -
UK pledges £200mn for Grangemouth refinery
Investment comes amid growing pressure to ensure just transition for workers at Scottish facilityFinancial Times - 5d -
Who Will Stand Up to Trump on Ukraine?
In their silence, Republicans are betraying the Ukrainians, national security and their own party’s values.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Germany’s election winner pledges ‘independence from US’
Friedrich Merz says the Trump administration is ‘largely indifferent’ to Europe’s fateFinancial Times - 5d -
Can UK banks stay the course on their climate pledges?
Lenders warn that slow government action may force a rethinkFinancial Times - 5d -
Alibaba’s stock falls on expensive AI-investment pledge
The online retailer plans to spend $53 billion over the next three years on AI and cloud technology.MarketWatch - 4d -
Starmer pledges boost in UK defense spending
Ukrainian Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged billions of dollars for defense spending before he met with President Trump at the White House. CBS News' Willie James Inman has more.CBS News - 1d -
Is Standing at Work All Day an Occupational Hazard?
A recent report from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health details numerous negative effects from being on your feet for long periods, including low back pain, fatigue, muscle ...Inc. - Feb. 20 -
John Oliver loves performing stand-up most
Comedian John Oliver tells 60 Minutes that performing stand-up is his "favorite place to be" and explains why bombing on stage is helpful for comedians.CBS News - 5d -
Despite critics’ claims, the world still stands with Ukraine
Overall, past and current actions suggest an ongoing global effort to continue helping Ukraine.The Hill - 2d -
Oz, Trump’s Medicare Nominee, Pledges to Divest Interests in Health Care Stocks
The celebrity doctor said he would divest from his interests in many drug, medical and insurance companies, worth millions of dollars.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
Alibaba shares jump 14% after pledge to invest ‘aggressively’ in AI
Chinese tech group says it will spend more on artificial intelligence in next three years than over past decadeFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
More than half of countries are ignoring biodiversity pledges – analysis
Many of the nations gathering in Rome for Cop16 have offered no plans to honour their agreement to protect 30% of land and sea for nature. More than half the world’s countries have no plans to ...The Guardian - 5d -
FirstFT: Germany’s Friedrich Merz pledges ‘independence from US’
Also in today’s newsletter, staff revolt at FTI and Apple’s DEI and OpenAI initiatives under fireFinancial Times - 5d -
Milei pledges antitrust probe after Telefónica sells Argentina unit
$1.25bn sale to firm part owned by Grupo Clarín is first big move by Spanish telecoms company’s new chairFinancial Times - 4d -
‘The closest of nations’: UK Prime Minister pledges cooperation with Trump after meeting
NBC News White House Correspondent Yamiche Alcindor, Sky News Anchor Sir Trevor Phillips and Council on Foreign Relations Fellow Elise Labott join Meet the Press NOW to report on President Trump’s ...NBC News - 1d -
Hegseth wants massive Pentagon cuts, but many obstacles stand in his way
To come anywhere close to Hegseth’s target, the Pentagon bureaucracy will engage in yet another cut drill, with many promising programs falling on the cutting room floor while legacy activities ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Can Moldova – population 2.4m – show the world how to stand up to Putin?
The tiny former Soviet republic’s determination not to be cowed by the Kremlin could provide a template for the west on how to hold back the tide of subversion and corruption. How can a democracy ...The Guardian - 6d -
10 Best Laptop Stands for Any Setup, Tested and Reviewed (2025)
Get better posture, fewer back aches, and an ergonomic desk setup, thanks to these top laptop stands, mats, and risers.Wired - 4d -
TGL standings, schedule and more: Which team leads the title chase?
Here's everything you need to stay updated with the latest in golf's newest league.ESPN - 3d -
Adnan Syed's murder conviction will stand as he seeks sentence reduction
BALTIMORE — Adnan Syed's murder conviction will remain in place after Baltimore City prosecutors withdrew a motion to vacate the conviction Tuesday.NBC News - 2d -
If Cuomo Became Mayor, Would He Really Stand Up to Trump?
Behind the perception of Andrew Cuomo as “Mr. Tough Guy” is the reality: The former governor has rarely criticized the president by name.The New York Times - 1d -
Russia thinks the West is weak — Europe must make a stand, now
Until Putin leaves the Kremlin, the only way to ensure Western security is for Europe to do more — ideally supported by America.The Hill - 1d -
Dead Athletes. Empty Stands. Billions to Keep Horse Racing Alive.
Let the sport of kings stand on its own.The New York Times - 22h -
Nvidia stock tries to make a stand — but this chart shows what it's up against
It's been a tough six weeks.CNBC - 20h -
Apple boosts U.S. investment plans with $500 billion pledge amid Trump tariff threat
Apple on Monday reaffirmed a commitment to spend hundreds of billions on U.S. soil in the coming years amid pressure from President Donald Trump.NBC News - 5d -
Trump administration guts USAID humanitarian office, despite pledge to save its work
Dozens of officials in USAID's humanitarian aid bureau have received termination notices, despite prior assurances that its humanitarian services would be preserved.ABC News - 4d -
BP to abandon pledge to cut oil and gas output as chief fights for group’s survival
Auchincloss must convince activist investor Elliott Management he can turn around troubled oil majorFinancial Times - 4d -
‘Overjoyed’: US lottery winner pledges to give part of $328.5m prize to non-profits
Abbas Shafii says he plans to travel, invest and share Powerball prize with non-profits ‘close to [his] heart’. What would you do if you won hundreds of millions of dollars playing the lottery? A ...The Guardian - 4d -
Trump and Vance Scolded Ukraine’s Leader
Also, measles cases are surging in West Texas. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.The New York Times - 16h -
Who Is the P.K.K. Leader Abdullah Ocalan?
The founder of the P.K.K., a guerrilla organization that has been fighting an insurgency against Turkey for decades, has called for his group to disarm and disband.The New York Times - 13h -
Yankees amend long-standing facial hair policy, will now allow 'well-groomed beards'
The policy, instituted in the 1970s by George Steinbrenner, forced players to trim their hair upon joining the team.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21 -
NHL Star Power Index: Nathan MacKinnon and Zach Werenski stand out in 4 Nations Face-Off
Sidney Crosby also had a sensational showing for CanadaCBS Sports - Feb. 21 -
‘My paedophile letters’: French surgeon to stand trial accused of abusing 299 child patients
Joël Le Scouarnec’s ‘black books’ of handwritten notes in which alleged sexual abuse was recorded are at the heart of case against him. When two gendarmes knocked on her door in 2019, Marie had no ...The Guardian - 6d -
Ukraine marks 3 years since Russian invasion amid concern about Trump's stand
A dozen leaders from Europe and Canada visited Ukraine's capital to mark the date in a show of continued support from some of Kyiv's most important backers.CBS News - 5d -
2025 NFL combine burning questions: QB who will stand out, fastest prospect and more storylines to watch
Will the Titans take a quarterback or non-QB at No. 1 overall?CBS Sports - 5d -
PayPal brings many of its brands under a single umbrella, but Venmo remains a stand-alone
PayPal Open is designed to unify the payment company's fragmented suite of enterprise solutions under a single brand.CNBC - 4d -
PayPal brings many of its brands under a single umbrella, but Venmo remains a stand-alone
For Frank Keller, it’s a pivotal moment at PayPal.NBC News - 4d