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The Endless Doomed Quest to Annex Canada
It was almost as though America’s northern neighbor were an entirely different country.The New York Times - 4d -
Marine Le Pen Could Be Banned From France Election if She’s Found Guilty of Embezzlement
A verdict Monday in an embezzlement trial is seen as a test of the country’s democracy — and the rule of law.The New York Times - 4d -
5 reasons all eyes are on Tuesday’s elections in Florida and Wisconsin
The races are an important bellwether for the country’s political pulse in the second Trump era.Politico - 2d -
Why Islamic banking is taking off
Pakistan’s Meezan Bank is the country’s most profitable bank. How?Financial Times - 1d -
The generation that has never known smoke-filled pubs
The legislation was brought across the country to reduce the effect of second-hand smoke.BBC News - 1d -
Nigeria appoints former Shell executive to lead state-owned oil group
President Bola Tinubu replaces NNPC board as country tries to boost productionFinancial Times - 1d -
2025 NFL schedule rumors: Chiefs being eyed to possibly play in this international game
It looks like the Chiefs might be shipped out of the country for one game this yearCBS Sports - 1d -
After the euphoria, Lebanon and Syria realise what lies ahead
In both countries, the mood is newly sober as a system of vested interests fights backFinancial Times - 1d -
Slovakia backs plan to shoot 350 bears after man killed in attack
Around a quarter of the country's brown bears will be culled after a man was attacked in a forest.BBC News - 1d -
Are Trump's Asia tariffs a 'full-frontal assault' on China?
There were five Asian nations in the 10 countries and territories hit with the highest tariffs.BBC News - 19h -
Germany’s long slog out of stagnation
Breaking out of fiscal restraints is not by itself enough to recover the country’s economic mojoFinancial Times - 17h -
Snow White, Rachel Zegler and a toxic debate that's not going away
The 23-year-old star of Disney's remake has become a battleground on social media.BBC News - 5d -
Man released without charge after three die in fire
Three people, including a four-year-old girl, died in the fire at a Grade II-listed house.BBC News - 4d -
10 days until the Masters: Looking back at the 2015 Masters, Spieth sets birdie record in win
Jordan Spieth makes 28 birdies, a Masters record, and wins his the green jacket at 21 years old.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
USWNT great Alex Morgan, husband Servando Carrasco announce birth of second child
Alex Morgan had a son named Enzo, she announced on Instagram, joining her 4-year-old daughter Charlie.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Novak Djokovic’s Miami Open defeat unlocks a new truth about future of men’s tennis
His loss to 19-year-old Czech talent Jakub Mensik underlines the changing face of men’s tennisYahoo Sports - 3d -
Girl, 11, missing in Thames in east London
Police are searching water in North Woolwich after reports of an 11-year-old girl in the Thames.BBC News - 3d -
Rangers sign top prospect Gabe Perreault to entry-level deal
The Rangers signed 19-year-old top prospect Gabe Perreault to a three-year, entry-level contract on Monday.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
NFL's new uniform policy means Bears should rethink throwback jerseys
The NFL is reportedly amending its uniform policy for alternate jerseys, and it's about time the Bears brought back an old favorite.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Urijah Faber 'wasn't really looking for a fight,' but GFL is paying 'big dollars'
UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber is getting an unexpected chance at redemption against his old foe Renan Barao in the GFL.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Hotel disputes police assertion about carbon monoxide in Miller Gardner’s room
A high level of carbon monoxide was detected in 14-year-old Miller Gardner's hotel room, Costa Rican Police revealed.ABC News - 2d -
Girl missing in River Thames named as Kaliyah Coa
A recovery mission is now under way to find 11-year-old Kaliyah along the Thames, Met Police said.BBC News - 2d -
US prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione in CEO murder case
The 26-year-old is accused of shooting dead healthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel.BBC News - 2d -
Survivors still being found from Myanmar earthquake, but hopes begin to fade as deaths exceed 2,700
Rescue workers have saved a 63-year-old woman from earthquake rubble in Myanmar’s capitalABC News - 1d -
This former LPGA winner says she'd need 30 more yards to compete in today's junior ranks
LPGA winner Julieta Granada, a former hotshot junior, is on the grounds at Champions Retreat with 15-year-old Sofia Cherif Essakali.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Congo commutes death sentences of 3 Americans convicted in failed coup
Malanga's 21-year-old son Marcel was among the Americans convicted for participating in the coup plot that left six deadCBS News - 1d -
Photograph released of girl missing in River Thames
A recovery mission continues to look for 11-year-old Kaliyah Coa along the Thames, Met Police said.BBC News - 1d -
Jackson Merrill and Padres agree to $135 million, 9-year contract for 2026-34
The 21-year-old finished second in NL Rookie of the Year voting last year to Pirates' ace Paul Skenes.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Torpedo bats, the rise of the splitter and more new ideas on display to open 2025 MLB season
Less than a week old, the MLB season is already flashing some shiny new toysCBS Sports - 1d -
Kylie Kelce introduces new baby on podcast only 2 days after giving birth
At 2 days old, Finnley Kelce just became the youngest podcasting star within her famous family.NBC News - 1d -
Rep. Pettersen says it was 'difficult' decision to bring infant son to House floor
Democratic Rep. Brittany Pettersen said the decision to bring her 9-week-old was "difficult" but illustrated the need to pass the petition.ABC News - 1d -
Scarlets sign prop Trevett on loan from Bristol
The 19-year-old loose-head has played for England U18s and Wales Under-20s.Yahoo Sports - 17h -
The Torlonia Marbles Offer Everything We Ask of Art
The 2,000-year-old Torlonia collection of Roman sculptures, now at the Art Institute of Chicago, has the urgency of the greatest contemporary art.The New York Times - 13h -
Antoine Semenyo attracting Premier League interest ahead of expected Bournemouth exodus
The 25-year-old is being scouted by Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United as the Cherries attempt to hold on to their key personnelYahoo Sports - 12h -
Memorial High School football player fatally stabbed over reported seating dispute at Texas track and field event
A seating dispute reportedly led to the fatal stabbing of a 17-year-old high school football player.Yahoo Sports - 11h -
Trump revokes permits for oil companies in Venezuela to pressure Maduro
Action against Eni and Global Oil Terminals follows cancellation of Chevron’s licence in Latin American countryFinancial Times - 4d -
Sen. Michael Bennet says the Democratic Party's brand is 'problematic'
Sen. Michael Bennet said that the Democratic Party's brand is "problematic" and that the party "is associated with the educated elites" and "not anymore with working people in this country."NBC News - 4d
