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How this Scottish actor inspired Homer Simpson’s ‘D’oh!’
Finlayson performed in more than 100 films but was best known for being the "third man" to Laurel and Hardy.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
Cooper Flagg's success, Maine's NCAA Tournament dreams giving The Pine Tree State a March Madness to remember
Maine has never been a state known for producing many college basketball success storiesCBS Sports - Mar. 12 -
Jamaican reggae star Cocoa Tea dead at 65
The singer, born in the village of Rocky Point, Jamaica, was known for a romantic voice that shaped and shifted with generations of dancehall and lovers rock.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Intel Names Lip-Bu Tan as New CEO Amid Turnaround Efforts
The semiconductor pioneer appointed Lip-Bu Tan, a well-known tech investor and executive, as its new leader.The New York Times - 6d -
Oliver Miller, nine-year NBA veteran and Arkansas star, dies at 54
Miller, known as "The Big O," helped Arkansas to the Final Four before becoming a first-round NBA draft pickCBS Sports - 6d -
Sports journalist, best-selling author John Feinstein dies at 69
Well known sportswriter, highly regarded commentator, and best selling book author John Feinstein has died at the age of 68.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Video: Blood Moon Total Lunar Eclipse
Earth’s shadow will block most of the light that illuminates the lunar surface, creating what is known as a blood moon.The New York Times - 4d -
Octopus? Ice cream? Is there anything gulls don’t eat? – in pictures
Gulls are known for being ravenous – check out a selection of things they like Continue reading...The Guardian - 4d -
Slick Watts, former Seattle SuperSonics legend, dies at age 73
The point guard, known for his off-kilter headbands, was a fan favorite in the community and a devoted proponent of Seattle basketball.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
The Eurozone’s moment of truth
Its strengths and weaknesses are well known, but the Trump administration is creating new opportunities and threatsFinancial Times - 1d -
I'm 79 years old and the 'father of functional medicine': 5 rules I live by to stay in good health
Jeffrey Bland, known as the "father of functional medicine," has studied how lifestyle impacts health for more than 30 years.CNBC - 1d -
Texas midwife, assistant arrested for providing illegal abortions, state AG says
Paxton said that Maria "Dr. Maria" Rojas is a known midwife in Northwest Houston and was taken into custody in Waller County.CBS News - 1d -
'World's ugliest animal' is New Zealand's fish of the year
Known as the world's ugliest animal for its lumpy appearance, the blobfish makes a stunning comeback.BBC News - 12h -
How football dominant SEC took over college basketball
The SEC, known for elite football programs and fans that treat the sport like a religion, is the dominant basketball conference entering the NCAA Tournament.NBC News - 8h -
Roy Ayers, a jazz legend who influenced hip-hop and R&B musicians, dies at 84
Roy Ayers, a legendary jazz vibraphonist, keyboardist, composer and vocalist known for his spacy, funky 1976 hit “Everybody Loves the Sunshine” has diedABC News - Mar. 6 -
Son of ruthless cartel leader gets life in U.S. prison for trafficking drugs
Rubén Oseguera, known as "El Menchito", is the son of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera, the fugitive cartel boss of the Jalisco New Generation cartel.CBS News - Mar. 7 -
Gene Hackman Lost His Wife and Caregiver, and Spent 7 Days Alone
The exact details may never be known, but Mr. Hackman, 95 with advanced Alzheimer’s, was alone for about a week after his wife and sole caregiver died.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
House GOP releases stopgap bill to avert shutdown
House GOP leaders on Saturday unveiled a stopgap funding bill, known as a continuing resolution, that will fund the government at current levels through September 2025.ABC News - Mar. 8 -
Tesla facilities across the country attacked in protest of Elon Musk
A wave of anti-Tesla attacks have occurred as Elon Musk takes a leading role in President Trump's cost-cutting task force known as DOGE.CBS News - Mar. 8 -
My husband plans to leave his estate to his adult son, who steals his credit card to gamble online. What can I do?
“Dementia runs in my husband’s family. My husband’s son has been known to take money from his dad without permission.”MarketWatch - Mar. 11 -
Former Rep. Katie Porter launches run for California governor
Former Democratic Rep. Katie Porter is running for governor of California, injecting another well-known name into the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.NBC News - Mar. 11 -
Luke Combs says he struggles with 'pure O,' an OCD variant that's literally all in his head: 'It's not fun'
Luke Combs says he has a type of obsessive-compulsive disorder known as 'pure O,' an unofficial diagnosis where the compulsions are entirely mental.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 11 -
Stocks Fall Further on Trump’s Latest Tariff Talk
The S&P 500 is nearly 10 percent below its mid-February record — approaching a symbolic milestone known on Wall Street as a correction.The New York Times - Mar. 11 -
Measles is unlike other viruses: What to know about complications including 'immune amnesia'
It’s not yet known how many people have gotten sick in the Texas measles outbreak, but there are at least 215 confirmed cases since late January.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
What to Know About Measles Cases in New York and New Jersey
A child in Suffolk County became the latest known person in the region to contract measles. Experts recommend vaccines as the best defense against the viral illness.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Trump to invoke wartime power from 1798 for Guantanamo deportations
President Trump is planning to invoke a wartime law known as the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 as soon as Friday to authorize the summary deportation of some migrants.CBS News - 6d -
Acclaimed sportswriter John Feinstein, author of 'A Season on the Brink,' dies at 69
Feinstein is perhaps best known for 1986's "A Season on the Brink," which followed Bob Knight and the 1985-86 Indiana men's basketball team.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Detroit Lions sign veteran TE Kenny Yeboah from New York Jets
Kenny Yeboah caught his first career TD pass from Aaron Rodgers last season and is best known for his blocking prowess.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
CENTCOM forces kill ISIS' chief of global operations in precision airstrike
A U.S. airstrike in western Iraq on Thursday killed the ISIS’ chief of global operations who also served as ISIS’ second in command, known as “Abu Khadijah."ABC News - 4d -
Aaron Rodgers 'hoping' to sign with Vikings as Giants await QB's decision: report
The Giants have made their interest in signing quarterback Aaron Rodgers known, but they will have to wait a bit longer for an answer from the veteran as he waits for an answer himself.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Maryland, men’s basketball coach Kevin Willard nearing contract extension
Maryland men’s basketball coach Kevin Willard and the university are nearing a contract extension, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. Details of the deal are not immediately ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Comic-loving German goalkeeper finds peace, and himself, in Japan
Svend Brodersen was fascinated with Japan as a child -- now the German goalkeeper plays in the country and is fondly known as an "otaku", someone obsessed with Japanese pop culture.Brodersen, whose ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Trump’s Plan to Discuss Ukraine’s Power Plants With Putin Prompts Questions
The call, scheduled for Tuesday, will be the first known conversation between the two leaders since Mr. Putin laid out numerous conditions for a cease-fire with Ukraine.The New York Times - 1d -
Latest clues in the search for U.S. student who vanished in Punta Cana
Here are the latest updates on what's known about Sudiksha Konanki, a University of Pittsburgh student who went missing in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.CBS News - 1d -
As Children, They Fled the Nazis Alone. Newly Found Papers Tell Their Story.
Just under 10,000 Jewish children fled to Britain from Europe from December 1938 to September 1939. Not much was known about their journeys, until recently.The New York Times - 8h -
Former Panthers QB does his best Steve Bartman impression at Wednesday's Dodgers-Cubs game
Former Panthers QB Rodney Peete popped up at Wednesday's Dodgers-Cubs game from the Tokyo Dome, and made his presence known with a spectacular catch.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
How a trailblazing chef changed American's taste in bread
Nancy Silverton is globally known thanks to her restaurants and cookbooks. She popularized sourdough and artisan breads in the U.S. with Los Angeles' La Brea Bakery, and became the first-ever James ...CBS News - Mar. 8 -
Jets remain interested in QB Justin Fields, could 'turn attention' to Marcus Mariota, Carson Wentz
The Jets' interest in Justin Fields is well known, but after the Steelers added DK Metcalf, New York may turn its attention to veteran quarterbacks Marcus Mariota and Carson Wentz at the start of ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 10 -
Selma marks 60 years since "Bloody Sunday"
Thousands paid tribute over the weekend in Selma, Alabama, to the nonviolent protestors who 60 years ago sought the equal right to vote. In what came to be known as "Bloody Sunday," the protestors ...CBS News - Mar. 10 -
'I Am Grateful Beyond Words': Brad Marchand Calls Bruins GM One Of The Best After Trade
Just days after being traded to the Florida Panthers by the only NHL team he’s ever known, Brad Marchand would be forgiven for feeling bitter towards the Boston Bruins.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 10
