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Kevin Kisner makes first cut in 2025, will play the weekend at Valspar Championship
NBC tapped Gary Koch, who lives in the Tampa area, for analyst duties all week.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Rodgers a free agent for 1st time as Jets cut QB
The Jets officially released Aaron Rodgers on Wednesday, making him a free agent for the first time in his career.ESPN - Mar. 13 -
Are Schools Succeeding? Education Department Cuts Could Make It Hard to Know.
At least 800 education department research employees and outside partners have lost jobs. The cuts will decimate research and data collection.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
More NOAA Employees May Be Let Go, Making 20% of Staff Cut
Together with recent firings and resignations, the new cuts could hamper the National Weather Service’s ability to produce lifesaving forecasts, scientists say.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Treasury Department to cut IRS taxpayer advocate staff
The Trump administration is intending to make cuts to the office of the National Taxpayer Advocate (NTA) — its third announced staffing reduction at the Internal Revenue Service that comes amid a ...The Hill - 4d -
The Papers: 'Benefit cut for 1m' and 'Putin must not play games'
A mix of stories make up the front of Saturday's papers, with a focus on government spending cuts and the war in Ukraine.BBC News - Mar. 15 -
Brandon Halverson to make first career NHL start for Lightning in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY — Lightning goaltender Brandon Halverson will make his first NHL start tonight against the Utah Hockey Club, more than seven years after his first and previously only league ...Yahoo Sports - 16h -
VA secretary: Cutting 80,000 jobs ‘is our target’
Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins said his agency is looking to cut 80,000 jobs as their “target” to slim the agency’s workforce. Collins joined Fox & Friends on Monday, where he was pressed ...The Hill - Mar. 10 -
Pope Francis makes his first public appearance and is discharged from the hospital
Pope Francis was discharged from the hospital Sunday after making a brief public appearance for the first time in more than five weeks, waving to a crowd from his window at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital ...NBC News - 2h -
Trump doubles down on Fed rate cut pressure
President Trump doubled down on pressuring the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, arguing that the costs of eggs, groceries and gas are down so the central bank can make cuts. “Egg prices are ...The Hill - 2d -
Why HELOC borrowers shouldn't wait for more Fed rate cuts to borrow their home equity
If you're a homeowner considering borrowing with a HELOC, waiting for Fed rate cuts may not make sense. Here's why.CBS News - 4d -
Louisiana voters in Speaker Johnson’s district react to Medicaid cut threats
Residents of Vinton, La., which is part of House Speaker Mike Johnson’s district, are concerned that Republicans will make cuts to Medicaid to reduce government spending. NBC News’ Melanie Zanona ...NBC News - Mar. 12 -
In rural Louisiana, Speaker Mike Johnson’s constituents fear potential Medicaid cuts
In House Speaker Mike Johnson’s backyard, many residents rely on anti-poverty programs to help make ends meet — and are pleading with the Louisiana Republican to protect those benefits as Congress ...NBC News - Mar. 12 -
The Republican Medicaid cuts will hurt everyone, not just those in need
I know from experience that cutting Medicaid won’t make health care more accessible, affordable or efficient for anyone — when one part of the system struggles or fails, the burden is shifted to ...The Hill - Mar. 16 -
Trump's cuts to Voice of America may be welcomed by China's government
The recent move by U.S. President Donald Trump to make cuts at Voice of America and other U.S. government-run media may be welcome news for China’s ruling Communist PartyABC News - 4d -
India’s official Oscar entry, which failed to make the cut, wins big at major Bollywood awards show
The film that was submitted as India’s official Oscar entry but failed to make the final list of nominees has swept the International Indian Film Academy AwardsABC News - Mar. 10 -
NPS leaders plan 30 percent payroll cuts
Click for more from The Hill. {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment First in The Hill NPS leaders plan 30 percent payroll cuts The Trump administration is eyeing major payroll ...The Hill - Mar. 11 -
2025 March Madness: Which non-No. 1 seeds could make Final Four?
A No. 1 seed typically cuts down the nets in the NCAA women's tournament, but there are potential contenders below the top seed line that could make it to Tampa.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Oklahoma Sooners make NCAA Tournament for first time under Porter Moser
The Oklahoma Sooners men's basketball team has made the NCAA Tournament for the first time under fourth-year head coach Porter Moser.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Cheboygan’s Carson Kiefer makes Northern Shores boys basketball first team
Four Cheboygan boys basketball players recently earned nods on the All-Northern Shores Conference team, including one player who made the first team.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
New Devils Forward Is Making Great First Impression
The New Jersey Devils secured a massive 5-3 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets on March 11. With this, they now have a six-point lead over the Blue Jackets for the third-place spot in the ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 12 -
Pope Francis makes first public appearance since hospital stay
Pope Francis has made his first public appearance since a recent hospital stay. After five weeks of dealing with double pneumonia, the Pope was released from a Roman hospital and returned to the ...The Hill - 20m -
3 simple (but important) home equity decisions to make right now
Tapping into your home equity can be a smart way to borrow, but there are some decisions to make first.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Utah will be the first state to ban fluoride in drinking water
Utah's governor intends to sign legislation making the state the first to ban fluoride in public water systemsABC News - Mar. 10 -
2025 Fantasy Baseball Draft Prep: Breakouts 2.0 for Scott White adds Masyn Winn, Gavin Williams to the mix
A couple of infielders and several high-upside hurlers make the cut for Version 2.0CBS Sports - Mar. 11 -
Demands for EU joint debt as leaders seek even more cash for arms
Also in this newsletter: Does cutting aid to buy weapons make any sense?Financial Times - 2d -
Can Missouri basketball make its own March Madness memories? The road starts here
Missouri basketball has 10 players making their first NCAA Tournament appearance. They all have memories of March. Now, can they make their own?Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Lionel Messi showcases defensive ability, nails first MLS goal of the season with clever cut and chip
The goal brought Inter Miami level at Atlanta United in the first half, but the Herons scored late for all three pointsCBS Sports - 6d -
Accenture is DOGE's first corporate casualty as shares dive on warning that contracts will be cut
Shares of Accenture slid more than 7% on Thursday after the consulting firm said tighter federal spending efforts have begun to weigh on its revenues.CNBC - 2d -
NCAA Tournament first-round matchups kick off March Madness. Breaking down each game
The first Thursday of the NCAA men's tournament features 16 matchups that make up half of the first round. A breakdown of every game.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Instant analysis as UNC basketball dismantles San Diego State in First Four
North Carolina took it to San Diego State in the First Four matchup, making their path to Milwaukee solidified.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
As DOGE Cuts Ripple, Federal Employees Flock to Reddit for Information and Support
The social media platform’s policies on moderation, rules, and civility make it a haven for government workers under DOGE pressure.Inc. - 1d -
Georgia fans thrilled after UGA basketball makes March Madness for first time in a decade
UGA fans are delighted after Georgia basketball made the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2015Yahoo Sports - 6d -
2025 NCAA Tournament: Which First Four team has the best chance to make a deep March Madness run?
Since the First Four started in 2011, 13 of its teams have won multiple NCAA Tournament gamesCBS Sports - 5d -
WWE Raw: Brussels explodes as John Cena makes his first appearance as a heel
WWE fans in Brussels couldn't contain themselves when John Cena made his first appearance as a heel. Watch it here.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
No. 16 seed William & Mary beats High Point, makes history with first NCAA tournament win
William & Mary has a losing record, has never been in the NCAA tournament - men's or women's - and just won its first March madness game.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Cheboygan's Rupp makes NSC basketball first team; Patrick, Ptasnik on second team
Four Cheboygan girls basketball players recently made the All-Northern Shores Conference team, including one Chief who earned a nod on the first team.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Canada's Carney makes statement by choosing Europe, not US, for first foreign trip
The prime minister hopes to achieve solid support as he visits the UK and France, writes Lyse Doucet.BBC News - 6d -
GB Energy makes first investment with £110mn for clean energy
Chair Juergen Maier announces inaugural step for new state-owned energy companyFinancial Times - 2d -
Pope Francis makes first appearance from Rome hospital
The Pope waved from the hospital window before being discharged to return to the Vatican.BBC News - 2h
