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Coco Gauff Comes Home, to the People and Places That Made Her
The American is a sporting superstar, but she recenters herself on the public tennis courts that shaped her childhood and her game.The New York Times - 20h -
How Beef Tallow Made a Comeback
When McDonald’s stopped frying with beef tallow in the 1990s, most people saw it as a win for America’s health. What changed?The New York Times - 1d -
The Hot Place to Be Seen for Young Indians: Book Festivals
From beaches to hilltops, young people are driving a boom in literary events as they read more in India’s dozens of native languages.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
Gang used social media to lure and attack gay people, Austrian police say
Suspects used fake online accounts to lure people to remote places, then filmed abusing and robbing them.BBC News - 22h -
After 50 Years McDonald’s Made a Bittersweet Change and It’s Truly a Sign of the Times
A McDonald’s in Franklin, TN has a depressing idea about what “Play Place” really means.Inc. - Mar. 7 -
Self-made millionaire: Too many people make these 4 money mistakes—it can make you feel 'broke'
"You might be surprised by how a small change can affect how much you can invest toward your future financial independence," writes money coach Bernadette Joy.CNBC - 21h -
‘Ruined this place’: chorus of boos against JD Vance at Washington concert
Attendance of vice-president – who once disbelieved that people listened to classical music for pleasure – strikes sour note at Kennedy Center in light of Maga takeover. JD Vance, the US ...The Guardian - Mar. 14 -
Kirsty Muir interview: I made podium in ski final – with a torn ACL
With one run to go in a Freeski Big Air World Cup in late 2023, Kirsty Muir decided to go for it, despite minor knee pain, and claimed a place on the podium. Two days later she discovered she had ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Trump says McMahon made decisions on mass layoffs at Education Department
President Trump on Wednesday said Education Secretary Linda McMahon was behind the mass layoffs at the agency, not mentioning tech billionaire Elon Musk while defending the overhaul. “When we cut— ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
2 more arrests made in hazing death of Louisiana college student repeatedly punched in chest
Two more people were arrested in connection with the hazing death of a Baton Rouge college student who was repeatedly punched in the chest while pledging.NBC News - Mar. 11 -
Trump deported fewer people last month than Biden a year ago, but border crossings have plummeted
NBC News obtained data that provides early indications on how the Trump administration is delivering on promises it made about the immigration crackdown.NBC News - Mar. 10 -
US education department plans to cut half its workforce
The mass layoffs will impact nearly 2,100 people who are set to be placed on leave from 21 March.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
Finding almond blossoms in unlikely places
Every year, visitors from around the world travel to Washington, D.C. to see the cherry blossoms bloom. What not everyone knows is that there are other places to see blossoms in their full glory — ...CBS News - 6d -
Norwich in 'good place going forwards' - Duffy
Norwich City defender Shane Duffy insists the club is in a good place going forwards even if they fail to reach the Championship play-offs.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Humans Have Been Perfecting Avocados for 7,500 Years
Ancient peoples of Latin America saved the fleshy fruits from extinction and gradually made them tastier.The New York Times - Mar. 11 -
'Chubby filter' pulled from TikTok after user backlash
Critics say the AI tool - which made people look overweight - was a form of body-shaming.BBC News - 18h -
Gibbs-White 'obviously worth an England place' but is it 'bittersweet'?
Peter: His reaction to Forest fans chanting "England's Number 10" on Saturday was priceless and telling. John: MGW is obviously worth an England place. If he does for England what he's done for ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
INTERSPORT – a global organisation with a hyperlocal approach
Since its inception, the INTERSPORT Group has been defined by a spirit of collaboration and a desire to help people find their place in sport, no matter their background or motivation.CBS News - 4d -
Tom Hoge set a single-round record at The Players in 2023. He's contending in 2025
Tom Hoge made a run on the final day of The Players Championship, looking to improve on his career-best third place finish there in 2023.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
This island is the happiest place in Asia, according to the 2025 World Happiness Report
According to the 2025 World Happiness Report, Taiwan is the happiest place in Asia, followed by Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand and Japan.CNBC - 2d -
Northern Ireland 'in a good place' ahead of Switzerland friendly - O'Neill
Michael O'Neill says his youthful Northern Ireland side are "in a good place" ahead of Friday's friendly with Switzerland in Belfast.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Monica Harrington was the hidden figure of Valve in its critical early years | The DeanBeat
It’s funny how people slip out of history. The story of Valve’s formation in its critical early years and how it made the original Half-Life is an inspiring one. I was one of the people who ...VentureBeat - 18h -
Behind the scenes at the studios where Wicked was made
Wicked, made at Sky Studios Elstree, was one of the biggest movies of 2024. What was its impact on the UK film industry?BBC News - 3d -
There’s no money to be made in Russia
American companies shouldn’t assume that a thaw in US ties with Moscow will make doing business there easierFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
Leaders Bayern pegged back by Union, third-placed Mainz also held
Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich dropped points for the second straight weekend after a lacklustre 1-1 draw at Union Berlin on Saturday. Second-placed Bayer Leverkusen, who ended Bayern's run of 11 ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Parkston clips Lyman to claim fifth place in Class B
Mar. 15—HURON — In a rematch from the Hanson Classic earlier this season, Parkston doubled down for a 38-35 victory over Lyman in the Class B girls basketball tournament fifth-place game on ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Marlin boys fall to Yankton in state tournament fifth-place game
Mar. 15—WATERTOWN, S.D. — The Mitchell Marlins boys hockey team fell to Yankton 7-4 in the fifth-place game at the South Dakota Amateur Hockey Association state tournament on Saturday in Watertown. ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Rehired probationary workers can't be placed on administrative leave, judge says
A federal judge told the Trump administration late Monday that fired probationary workers must be returned to their old jobs, not just placed on administrative leave, as many departments have been ...The Hill - 3d -
Road to the 2026 World Cup: how is it shaping up with 48 places at stake?
With more teams to qualify than ever we take a look at the situation in the six confederations, from Japan being close to securing their place to Brazil’s struggles. The road to the 2026 World Cup, ...The Guardian - 3d -
'They made history:' Colonel Crawford’s season ends in state semifinals to Marion Local
It was the first time the Eagles made it to the state semifinals. And it likely won't be the last.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Book Review: ‘Careless People,’ by Sarah Wynn-Williams
“Careless People,” a memoir by a former Facebook executive, portrays feckless company leaders cozying up to authoritarian regimes.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
A fire at a homeless shelter in Brazil kills 4 people
Authorities in Brazil say four people are dead after a fire at a shelter for the homeless in the country's southeastABC News - Mar. 10 -
Escambia softball's longtime head coach Mike Davis wins 500th career game
"It just tells you a lot about this place and the people that have been here. I haven’t wanted to leave," said Mike Davis, who graduated from Escambia in 1987.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
I was always terrified of confrontation. Then I hit my 40s | Arwa Mahdawi
If I see someone making my neighbourhood a worse place to live, I walk straight up to them and … have a little word. What is happening to me?. Some people buy sports cars when they have a midlife ...The Guardian - 3d -
Live Updates: As Cease-Fire Breaks Down With Deadly Strikes, Netanyahu Says, ‘This Is Only the Beginning’
The Israeli prime minister indicated he was open to more talks with Hamas, but said they would take place “under fire.” The assault in Gaza overnight Tuesday killed some 400 people, local officials ...The New York Times - 3d -
Odermatt makes World Cup title official and clinches GS title as well
Loic Meillard led a Swiss podium sweep in a giant slalom in Norway as second-placed Marco Odermatt clinched a third straight World Cup title in the discipline and made a fourth overall crown in a ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Wild get three quick goals to start game, beat Kraken 4-0
Filip Gustavsson made 34 saves for his fifth shutout of the season, Boldy added an empty-net goal, and Minnesota moved within two points of third-place Colorado in the Central Division. Gustavsson ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Jacket tennis takes round one from Cavs
The first Brick City rivalry contest of the spring sports season took place Tuesday afternoon, as Southern Lee made the short drive up the road to visit Lee County in a Sandhills Athletic ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
UFC Fight Night 255 video: Leon Edwards, Sean Brady make weight in London
LONDON – The main event for the UFC's return to London is official after the headliners made weight Friday. Ahead of UFC Fight Night 255 (ESPN+), which takes place Saturday at The O2 in London, ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Caledonia ends season with impressive win in fifth-place game
Mar. 14—ST. PAUL — No. 6 seed Caledonia finished its season with an impressive 69-63 win Friday over No. 4 seed Sauk Centre in the Class 2A girls basketball tournament fifth-place game at ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15
