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Trump administration halts funding for two cybersecurity efforts
The Trump administration has cut millions of dollars in federal funding from two cybersecurity initiatives, including one dedicated to helping state and local election officialsABC News - Mar. 10 -
Syrian Kurds celebrate deal with Damascus as coastal residents remain wary after violence
In northeast Syria, revelers took to the streets after the announcement of a breakthrough deal between the central government in Damascus and local Kurdish-led authoritiesABC News - Mar. 11 -
Public Health Survived the Pandemic. Now It Fights Politics.
Five years after the pandemic began, many local health officials say that the politicization of Covid has left them with fewer tools and fresh challenges.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
China's ‘Netflix' iQiyi is set to open a theme park with virtual reality based on its own shows
Chinese videostreaming platform iQiyi plans to open its first theme park this year — the latest company to bet that local consumers will spend on experiences.CNBC - Mar. 14 -
Boys basketball: Players appreciate 'meaningful' experience of Exceptional Senior Game
For a group of local basketball stars, the Exceptional Senior Game served as a farewell to high school hoops while also recognizing dozens of honorees.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Nightclub fire kills at least 59, injures 155
The blaze broke out around 2:35 a.m. during a concert by a local pop group at the Pulse nightclub, Interior Minister Panche Toshkovski told reporters.CBS News - Mar. 16 -
Mark your calendar for these 12 Greater Taunton area softball games this spring
With the spring season upon us, and two local teams ready to defend their titles, here are 12 Greater Taunton area softball games to watch out for.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Tesla's China rival Zeekr to roll out advanced driver assistance-system for free
Chinese electric car company Zeekr is releasing advanced driver-assistance capabilities to its local customers for free as competition heats up.CNBC - Mar. 18 -
Israel hits Gaza with 'extensive strikes,' killing over 400 and ending ceasefire
Israel Defense Forces are conducting a series of "extensive strikes" throughout the Gaza Strip overnight on Tuesday local time, officials said in a statement.ABC News - Mar. 18 -
Officials detain immigration activist who sheltered in church in 2017
Jeanette Vizguerra, a Colorado advocate for immigrants who sheltered in a church for months in 2017, was detained by officials on Monday, local advocates said. The Colorado Immigrant Rights ...The Hill - Mar. 19 -
In turnaround, Miami Beach mayor backs down from threatening theater over 'No Other Land'
The mayor of Miami Beach withdrew a resolution to terminate the lease and funding from a local theater after it showed the Oscar-winning documentary about the West Bank.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 19 -
Honesdale's Goldstein and Paupack's Blanding are our readers poll Players of the Year
More than 53,000 votes were cast in this year's local high school basketball Player of the Year readers polls. Goldstein and Blanding are the winners.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21 -
South Korea's Han Duck-soo reinstated as acting president as court strikes down his impeachment
Han's impeachment was dismissed in a 5-1 vote by the court's eight justices, while two justices rejected the motion entirely, according to local media.CNBC - 4d -
This Quirky Border Town Faces Daily Strains of Trump’s Trade War With Canada
The unusual geography of Point Roberts, Washington, leaves U.S. locals and business owners tied to Canadian customers in an increasingly tense period between the two countries.Inc. - 4d -
Eldorado's Jaysen Santellano win's state powerlifting title, plus other West Texas performers
The Texas High School Powerlifting Association held the state meet in Abilene last week. Here are some outstanding performances from local athletes.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Reporter says UConn staffer apologized for men's March Madness incident, 'life rolls on'
Local North Carolina reporter, Joey Ellis, said Tuesday that UConn staffer, Bobby Mullen, and him spoke after a March Madness confrontation Sunday.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Sudan aid groups say 54 killed in an airstrike blamed on the military in Darfur
Aid groups in Sudan say a military airstrike hit a local market in the country’s western region, igniting a huge fire and killing at least 54 peopleABC News - 2d -
Late Night Is Still Reeling Over the Government’s ‘War by Emoji’
“Signal might be a good app for you and me and our local drug dealer, but it’s not for the Pentagon to plan wars on,” Ronny Chieng said on Tuesday’s “Daily Show.”The New York Times - 2d -
In Cannes, I saw English councils pander to gilet-wearing property developers – at the cost of their residents | Phineas Harper
Desperate local authorities are seeking private investors to build housing. It may be profitable for shareholders but it’s destructive for everyone else. Welcome to Mipim, the world’s largest real ...The Guardian - 2d -
A Type-In to Say Goodbye to a New England Institution
After 45 years at Cambridge Typewriter Company, Tom Furrier is retiring and closing the shop. Friends, family and customers celebrated him at the local library.The New York Times - 2d -
Mississippi Sheriff Used Inmate Labor for Family Farm
In Mississippi, incarcerated trusties cleaned chicken houses, fixed cars and installed flooring for the benefit of a local sheriff and his associates, a new investigation found.The New York Times - 1d -
Vances’ planned trip to Greenland is stoking Arctic anti-Americanism
NUUK, Greenland — Just 150 miles south of the Arctic Circle, in Nuuk, the world’s northernmost capital, locals were preparing to receive U.S.NBC News - 1d -
Emiliano Vargas, youngest son of Fernando, will put unbeaten record on the line Saturday
Emiliano Vargas, the youngest son of local legend Fernando Vargas, can improve to 13-0 with a victory over Giovannie Gonzalez on Saturday in Vegas.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Vances' planned trip to Greenland is stoking Arctic anti-Americanism
NUUK, Greenland — Just 150 miles south of the Arctic Circle, in Nuuk, the world’s northernmost capital, locals were preparing to receive U.S.NBC News - 1d -
Kansas reports measles outbreak with 23 cases
23 measles cases have been confirmed in Kansas, marking an outbreak for the state, according to local health officials. Ohio has reported 10 cases.CBS News - 1h -
Kansas reports measles outbreak with 23 cases
23 measles cases have been confirmed in Kansas, marking an outbreak for the state, according to local health officials. Ohio has reported 10 cases.CBS News - 1h -
No. 21 Saint Mary's heads into March Madness seeking 2nd straight WCC Tournament title
In the fast-changing world of college basketball, some things remain constantABC News - Mar. 7 -
Inside the power struggle and culture change behind UNC's shocking hire
North Carolina's hiring of Bill Belichick was the stunner of the college football year.ESPN - Mar. 10 -
2025 NFL free agency: Puka Nacua gives up jersey No. 17 for new Rams receiver Davante Adams
Nacua will instead wear the jersey number he wore in college at Washington and BYU.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 11 -
Trump’s anti-DEI agenda generates wild hypocrisy at US universities
The Trump administration is acting in unprecedented ways — and colleges and universities are suffering the consequences.The Hill - Mar. 13 -
Dick Vitale breaks down while reflecting on cancer battle in last game of season: 'I'm praying I can be back next year'
One of college basketball's legendary voices was in tears at the end of the ACC championship game.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
NCAA tournament: CBS honors longtime broadcaster Greg Gumbel with perfect tribute to open Selection Sunday
Greg Gumbel, the longtime voice of college basketball on CBS, died in December.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Three Section V girls basketball teams are 2 wins from a state title: What to know
State tournament games begin Thursday at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers vs. Duke Blue Devils: How to Watch NCAA March Madness Online With Hulu + Live TV
Livestream the first round of the men's college basketball tournament on Friday (March 21).Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Google Doodle celebrates women's NCAA tournament
Google is celebrating the beginning of women's college basketball championships with a Doodle.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21 -
Women's March Madness 2025: 9 NCAA Players to Know About, From Paige Bueckers to JuJu Watkins
One of these college basketball players pulls double-duty as a rap sensation.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Manhattan, Incarnate Word play in CBI Tournament
The Manhattan Jaspers take on the Incarnate Word Cardinals in the College Basketball InvitationalABC News - 5d -
Generals, Hawks earn spots in NJCAA basketball semifinals
Herkimer College and Mohawk Valley Community College were winners Thursday in quarterfinal play at the NJCAA's Division III men's basketball tourney.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Josh Pate has Ohio State football on list it probably doesn't want to be on
Josh Pate named Ohio State as one of the five most hated college football programs during a segment on his 'College Football Show.'Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Islanders Inching Close To Signing Top Undrafted Free Agent
The New York Islanders are reportedly close to signing Colorado College junior and top college free agent, Gleb Veremyev, per insider Frank Seravalli.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21
