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Watch new Gophers coach Niko Medved’s introductory press conference at noon
One day after his hiring was announced, new Minnesota men’s basketball coach Niko Medved will speak to the media at his introductory press conference at noon on Tuesday at the U’s practice ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Trump pick to lead Social Security pressed on possible reforms
Frank Bisignano, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Social Security Administration, was pressed on Capitol Hill where he promised he would not push to privatize the system. The testimony ...NBC News - 2d -
Watch live: Leavitt briefs White House press corps after deportations to El Salvador
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will brief the press and take questions Monday, coming quick on the heels of a weekend effort to deport dozens of Venezuelans. Secretary of State Marco ...The Hill - Mar. 17 -
US added to international watchlist for rapid decline in civic freedoms
Civicus, an international non-profit, puts country alongside Democratic Republic of Congo, Italy, Pakistan and Serbia. The United States has been added to the Civicus Monitor Watchlist, which ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
The clock is ticking on the TikTok ban — will the US champion freedom or protectionism?
Lucrative as it is for Big Tech, the U.S. must fight the urge of using its enemies’ tactics: Defending democracy is the one thing that banning TikTok will not do.The Hill - Mar. 11 -
Academic freedom in America needs to be defended. Here’s how | Jan-Werner Müller
To begin with, universities should not be intimidated by the claim that public opinion is turning against them. That’s not necessarily true. Less than two months in office, the Trump administration ...The Guardian - Mar. 18 -
Top House Democrats seek DOGE details under Freedom of Information Act
The House Judiciary and Oversight committees sent a sweeping information request to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) on Tuesday, seeking to root out Elon Musk's role and the extent ...The Hill - Mar. 18 -
Trump is abandoning democracy and freedom. That creates an opening for Europe – and Britain | Jonathan Freedland
Whether it’s sweeping up disgruntled US scientists or rejoining the EU, a bold Starmer must capitalise on Trump’s extremism. Thanks to Donald Trump, a vacancy is opening up in the international ...The Guardian - Mar. 21 -
In Berlin, Europe's elite are very nervous there's too much freedom of speech
The World Forum in Berlin is calling for a new world order based on European values, but this vision is based on a flawed premise of a global elite governing citizens and limiting free speech to ...The Hill - 6d -
Highlights from new Colts' QB Daniel Jones' free agency press conference
Here are the highlights from QB Daniel Jones' free agency press conference with the Indianapolis Colts.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Courier & Press All-Metro Player of the Year had one of the best girls seasons in SIAC history
Take a look at this year's Courier & Press All-Metro girls basketball teams, highlighted by Central's All-Star forwardYahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
🔴 LIVE: Friday Premier League press conferences: Guardiola up first
Hear from Pep Guardiola, Mikel Arteta, Ange Postecoglu & more!2025-03-14T12:19:00ZWelcome to our Friday Premier League Press Conference live blog. We'll keep you up to speed across all of the ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Syria leader signs temporary constitution for five-year transition
The document enshrines separation of powers and guarantees women's rights, freedom of expression and media freedom.BBC News - Mar. 14 -
ESPN doc 'Full Court Press' returns with basketball stars from USC, LSU and Notre Dame
Flau'jae Johnson, Hannah Hidalgo & Kiki Iriafen to star in "Full Court Press" docuseries by ESPN and Peyton Manning's Omaha Productions. What to knowYahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Courier & Press All-SW Indiana Player of the Year leaves a strong impact at Gibson Southern
Take a look at this year's Courier & Press All-SW Indiana girls basketball team, highlighted by Gibson Southern's All-State guardYahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Trump allies press the White House to dial back Elon Musk's media interviews over his Social Security jabs
Trump allies have pressed the White House to dial back Elon Musk's media interviews, worried about his criticisms of Social Security.NBC News - 5d -
Vote now: Who should be The Star Press IU Health Boys Basketball Player of the Year?
Make your pick for The Star Press 2024-25 IU Health Boys Basketball Player of the Year. The poll will be open until noon Friday.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Sean Miller's introductory press conference as new Texas hoops coach - best video and pics
Check out the best social video and pics from Sean Miller's first press conference as the new Texas men's basketball coach.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Paul Sullivan: Is it OK to still hate Duke? 3 pressing questions about this year’s NCAA Tournament.
CHICAGO — The NCAA Tournament is here, and that can mean only one thing. TV timeouts. So let’s take a quick one while we check the video monitor and answer three pressing questions about this ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Trump presses Maine governor for 'full throated apology' after transgender athlete spat
President Trump on Saturday pressed Maine Gov. Janet Mills (D) to issue a personal apology after the two didn't see eye-to-eye earlier this month on a policy regarding transgender athletes in the ...The Hill - 6d -
Video: UFC Fight Night 255 post-fight press conference live stream
LONDON – UFC Fight Night 255 takes place Saturday at The O2, and you can watch a live video stream of the post-event news conference here on MMA Junkie. Expected to take part in the press ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Watch: Jeffries holds press conference as Congress grapples with war plans chat news
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) is holding a press conference as lawmakers contend with reporting that Trump administration officials discussed sensitive attack plans against the ...The Hill - 4d -
Watch: House GOP leaders hold press conference amid group chat blowback
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and his GOP leadership team held a press conference Tuesday morning, as the Trump administration faced a chorus of criticism over a war plans group chat that ...The Hill - 3d -
Senators Press Marty Makary on Abortion Pills and Vaccines
At a hearing, Dr. Marty Makary, the nominee for F.D.A. commissioner, fielded questions focused on whether he would review or reopen certain policy areas.The New York Times - Mar. 6 -
Can the free press be saved? | Katrina vanden Heuvel
It will take a new movement of responsible readers and benefactors to protect independent media. When Disney announced yet another round of layoffs at ABC News last week, it came on the heels of ...The Guardian - Mar. 13 -
Press Room | Comments after Fiorentina-Juventus
Cristiano Giuntoli, Managing Director Football, spoke after Juventus' loss at Fiorentina on Serie A Matchday 29.“Difficult moments make us stronger together so it's time to be united. Clearly, we ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
The Most Pressing Need for All 32 N.F.L. Teams
With the N.F.L. draft less than a month away, several franchises are still looking for a starting quarterback.The New York Times - 3d -
NFL offseason: 6 most pressing QB questions
Will Jameis Winston lead the Giants? And will the 49ers pay Brock Purdy?Yahoo Sports - 3d -
New York is walking a thin line on Palestinian Studies
Political interference in curricular matters is an unwarranted violation of academic freedom.The Hill - Mar. 10 -
Columbia University cedes to Trump’s demands with series of reforms
Measures at Ivy League institution trigger concern over academic freedomFinancial Times - Mar. 21 -
Professors sue Trump administration over Columbia University overhaul
Legal challenge reflects concerns over pressure on US academic freedomFinancial Times - 3d -
University of Sussex fined £585k in transgender free speech row
The university is fined by the higher education regulator for failing to uphold freedom of speech.BBC News - 3d -
Watch live: New England manager Thomas Tuchel holds press conference after announcing first Three Lions squad
Watch live as new England manager Thomas Tuchel holds a press conference on Friday (14 March) after announcing his first Three Lions squad for World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia. ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
‘Startup Nation’ Groups Say They’re Meeting Trump Officials to Push for Deregulated ‘Freedom Cities’
The architects of projects like Próspera are drafting legislation to create US cities that would be free from federal regulations.Wired - Mar. 7 -
Ukrainian soldier who lost both legs in Russian drone strike says "freedom is expensive"
U.S. and Ukrainian officials are holding talks in Saudi Arabia on ending the war in Ukraine. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, heading the U.S. delegation, suggested Ukraine will have to agree to let ...CBS News - Mar. 10 -
From troublemakers to team players: House Freedom Caucus softens as Trump transforms GOP
The band of far-right rebels supported a budget plan with a massive debt limit hike and a status-quo bill to keep the government open, two things they've long been fiercely against.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Milwaukee Academy of Science boys basketball team wins program's first title with gritty 57-54 victory over Freedom
Heroic performances by a senior class making a third state appearance in four years culminated in a program first title for the MAS Novas in Madison.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Christians Are Pressing Trump to Clear a Path for Israel to Annex the West Bank
Some 80 percent of white, evangelical Christians voted for President Trump. Now, some want a policy change that could undermine a future Palestinian state.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
Pressed by Republicans, D.C. Begins Removing Black Lives Matter Mural
The mural, which covers two city blocks, was painted in 2020. A jackhammer began chipping away at the bright yellow letters on Monday morning.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Russia hedges on U.S. truce proposal for Ukraine as it presses its gains
The Trump administration appears to be back in Ukraine's corner, but it's unclear if Putin, while enjoying battlefield victories, can be convinced to halt his assault.CBS News - Mar. 12
