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Millions brace for tornado outbreak and flash flooding in powerful spring storm
A powerful spring storm is forecast to unleash a tornado outbreak in the central part of the country Wednesday, with multiple, long-track EF3 tornadoes possible, along with a potentially historic ...NBC News - 2d -
'Nowhere to absorb it': From consumer small business to big food CEOs, Trump tariff costs will hit wallets
President Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs on countries around the world will hit food and consumer businesses particularly hard, say CEOs in the sector.CNBC - 2d -
All 4 U.S. soldiers who went missing in Lithuania found dead, Army says
The U.S. soldiers had been at the center of a recovery mission in Lithuania for nearly a week after their armored vehicle sank near the country's border with Belarus.CBS News - 2d -
Trump administration revokes visas of 10 Colorado international students, universities say
Students at the University of Colorado and Colorado State University have lost their visas, following a wave of high-profile arrests of international students across the country.NBC News - 2d -
Millions Across U.S. at Risk for Significant Tornadoes and ‘Generational’ Flooding
Forecasters issued some of their rarest and most extreme alerts on Wednesday as they warned a powerful storm system would stall over the central part of the country.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump Says His Tariffs Will Address Unfair Global Trade. Is He Right?
President Trump says that countries have been ripping off the United States for decades. There is some truth to that argument — but also a lot of hypocrisy.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump’s trade war will have global consequences, analysts warn
The president has been announcing tariffs for months, but his latest moves are opening salvos in potentially drawn-out tit-for-tats with dozens of countries.NBC News - 2d -
Trump Unveils a 10 Percent Blanket Tariff and a 34 Percent Reciprocal Tariff for China
The president just launched a global trade war that he says will restore American manufacturing. His critics say it will send the country into recession.Inc. - 2d -
Trump announces new tariffs amid fears of higher prices
President Trump announced the U.S. will impose a minimum baseline of 10% tariffs on goods imported from all foreign countries, along with further "reciprocal tariffs."CBS News - 2d -
Trump announces new tariffs amid fears of higher prices
President Trump announced the U.S. will impose a minimum baseline of 10% tariffs on goods imported from all foreign countries, along with further "reciprocal tariffs."CBS News - 2d -
'I sat in my room, staring at my Xbox' - Griggs running again after illness
Tyrone man Nick Griggs resumes running again after battling a "chronic illness" precipitated by a fall at the European Cross Country Championships.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Myanmar earthquake death toll tops 3,000 with hundreds still missing
The death toll from last week's 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar rose to 3,085 people as of Thursday morning, according to the country's military government.ABC News - 1d -
Late Night Debriefs After a ‘Tariff-fying’ Day at the White House
Stephen Colbert said that, thanks to President Trump, “America is finally free from the tyranny of being able to buy stuff from other countries.”The New York Times - 1d -
Grand National 2025 sweepstake kit: Printable download for big race
The final field for the 2025 Grand National is now confirmed so the time has come for families and workmates across the country to conduct their annual sweepstake.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Head of Myanmar's military government visits Thailand in rare overseas trip
The head of Myanmar’s military government arrived in Thailand in a rare international trip as his country recovers from a devastating earthquake that killed thousandsABC News - 1d -
Britain Tried Everything, Including a Royal Invite. It Got a 10% Tariff.
In spite of a prolonged charm offensive by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, President Trump said that the U.K. would be hit with the universal base rate levied on all countries.The New York Times - 1d -
These bizarre locations have been hit by Trump's tariffs — including an uninhabited island
U.S. President Donald Trump's aggressive and far-reaching "reciprocal tariffs" were signed into effect on Wednesday, hitting over 180 countries.CNBC - 1d -
Trump tariffs: Mark Cuban says to stock up at Walmart and big box stores—but experts warn not to panic shop
The president announced a minimum 10% tariff on imports from a lengthy list of countries. Here's how financial pros say you should respond.CNBC - 1d -
How did the U.S. arrive at its tariff figures?
The White House on Wednesday listed new tariff rates for different countries. It didn't take long for market observers to try to reverse engineer the formula.CNBC - 1d -
Haiti announces new measures to fight gangs after thousands of protesters demand security
The leader of Haiti’s transitional presidential council says it is taking measures to crack down on a surge in gang violence as he acknowledged that the country has “become hell for everyone.”ABC News - 1d -
How Trump’s Tariffs Could Hobble a U.S. Battery Boom
Across the country, companies have been installing giant batteries that help them use more wind and solar power. That’s about to get much harder.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump believes the reaction to his tariffs is 'going very well'
President Trump was asked about the market's response after his tariff announcement, saying he believed it was "going well" and that the country is "going to boom."NBC News - 1d -
'They're ripping us off': Trump's long-standing grievance driving his risky tariffs
For decades, President Donald Trump has alleged that other countries have been "ripping us off." An international expert, however says that's an oversimplification.ABC News - 1d -
Trump’s Trade War Risks Forfeiting America’s Economic Primacy
The United States has steered an economic order for 80 years based on trade and trust, making the country the world’s financial superpower. That vision is now blurred.The New York Times - 1d -
RJ Davis leads collegiate athletes in this category
Today's collegiate sports environment is NIL-centered. UNC basketball star RJ Davis leads the entire country with 25 NIL deals.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Canada’s Carney Puts Tariffs on U.S.-Made Cars as Stellantis Plant Pauses Production
Mark Carney, a former central banker, also called on “like-minded countries” to form a new trading order without the United States.The New York Times - 1d -
Oklahoma football picked for upsets over Texas, Tennessee by SEC podcast.
The Oklahoma football team needs a bounce-back season and one of the most popular SEC podcasts in the country, hints it could happen in 2025.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
New Zealand’s controversial bill to reinterpret treaty with Māori should be scrapped, committee finds
Justice committee said the majority of public submissions oppose the legislation, which seeks to reinterpret the country’s founding document . A parliamentary committee has recommended a bill that ...The Guardian - 1d -
Australia’s Relationship with United States Gets a Second Look
The country has doubled down on its defense relationship with the United States in recent years. President Trump’s treatment of allies is prompting some to question the wisdom of that path.The New York Times - 22h -
How much has Arkansas baseball's offense improved in 2025 after last year's struggles?
Arkansas baseball's offense has gone from inconsistent to one of the best in the country. Here's a closer look at the Hogs improvement from 2024.Yahoo Sports - 20h -
What Is the Meta AI Button in WhatsApp, and How Do I Remove It?
Meta’s in-app chatbot add-on is rolling out in more countries. Here’s what you need to know, including how to get rid of it.Wired - 17h -
US market plunges for second day after Trump’s sweeping tariffs
The U.S. stock market took another nosedive for a second day after President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on countries around the world.NBC News - 14h -
Saints head coach skips Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders' pro day
Kellen Moore skipped Shedeur Sanders' pro day after flying around the country scouting other QB's. But the Saints will be represented at Colorado.Yahoo Sports - 13h -
China Retaliates Hard in Trade War by Slapping Tariffs on U.S. Goods
Canada and other countries also readied retaliation after President Trump raised U.S. tariff barriers to their highest level in more than a century.Inc. - 14h -
Where Auburn star Johni Broome lands in CBS Sports' Final Four starter rankings
Johni Broome is considered to be one of the best college basketball players in the country. Where does he rank among Final Four players?Yahoo Sports - 12h -
Trump's biggest tariff was on tiny Lesotho. Here's what to know.
Trump hit the small African kingdom of Lesotho with his highest tariff this week at 50%, fueling urgent efforts by the country to seek a deal, and new trade partners.CBS News - 12h -
Trump's biggest tariff was on tiny Lesotho. Here's what to know.
Trump hit the small African kingdom of Lesotho with his highest tariff this week at 50%, fueling urgent efforts by the country to seek a deal, and new trade partners.CBS News - 12h -
Russia: World economy 'in turmoil'
In the view of the Russian government, the world economy is “in turmoil” following President Trump’s rollout of sweeping tariffs, and the fresh package of duties he slapped on dozens of countries ...The Hill - 9h -
Museums' funding slashed by DOGE order. One L.A. museum vows to fight
The National Endowment for the Humanities warned museums across the country that it was slashing funding, including money previously pledged to places such as LACMA and the Japanese American ...Los Angeles Times - 7h
