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'The Ballad of Wallis Island' is a crowd-pleasing folk-music comedy worth crowing about
British comedian Tim Key plays a millionaire fanboy who commands his favorite band to put on a private show, even though its singers Tom Basdan and Carey Mulligan have splitLos Angeles Times - 4d -
Why These Islanders Hunt Dolphins
The residents of Fanalei Island, in the Solomon Islands, say the lucrative hunts will help them buy land elsewhere and move off their sinking home.The New York Times - 5d -
Dachshund Lost on Australian Island Is Still Alive, but Elusive
A year after getting loose on Kangaroo Island, Valerie is still out there.The New York Times - 3d -
OpenAI closes $40 billion funding round, largest private tech deal on record
OpenAI on Monday announced the close of its $40 billion financing, the most money raised in a single round by a private tech company.CNBC - 24m -
Private aerospace startup completes 1st test flight of its orbital launch vehicle
A private European aerospace startup says it has successfully completed the first test flight of its orbital launch vehicle from NorwayABC News - 1d -
Why JPMorgan, BlackRock want to 'privatize' more of your stock and bond money in volatile market
From private credit to lower-volatility equity income strategies, big money firms are bringing more high-net-worth strategies to the masses.CNBC - 1d -
Islanders Ink Michigan State Forward To One-Year Entry-Level Deal
The New York Islanders have signed Joey Larson to a one-year, entry-level contract beginning in the 2025-26 season.Yahoo Sports - 12h -
Islanders' 6-4 loss at Hurricanes extends skid to five games
Seth Jarvis scored twice, Sebastian Aho had a goal and two assists, and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the New York Islanders 6-4 on Sunday.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Fugitive wanted over deadly prison escape caught on tropical island
Police arrested a fugitive on the tropical holiday island of Phuket over a deadly prison breakout that freed a notorious drug lord nicknamed "The Fly."CBS News - 15h -
Hartland's Joey Larson foregoes last year at MSU to sign with New York Islanders
Following a devastating end to Michigan State's hockey season, Joey Larson is quickly shifting focus after signing with the New York Islanders.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
‘They started nibbling at its head’: the bold plan to rid an island of albatross-eating mice
South Africa’s Marion Island is a breeding ground for the birds, but their chicks are being eaten alive by rodents. Now, the world’s largest operation to eradicate the invasive species is about to ...The Guardian - 21h -
Thames Water picks private equity firm as preferred buyer
The troubled water utility firm says KKR could complete the deal in the second half of this year.BBC News - 16h -
The Danish island of seaweed cottages, salt and seafood
The remote North Sea isle of Læsø is world-famous for the gastronomic delights that come from its waters – so the best way to explore it is in waders. After just 10 minutes in the company of ...The Guardian - 21h -
Woman, 32, completes solo Canadian island traverse
Camilla Hempleman-Adams covered 150 miles on foot, in freezing conditions, during her two-week trek.BBC News - 21h -
Greenland's new prime minister: U.S. 'will not get' island
Greenland's new Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has called out President Trump's claims that the U.S. will "get Greenland 100 percent" and has reiterated that Greenland will decide its own ...The Hill - 6h -
Joey Larson foregoes final year at MSU, signs with New York Islanders
Michigan State forward Joey Larson has elected to turn pro and forego his final year of eligibility with the SpartansYahoo Sports - 4h -
A European startup scrubs its attempt to launch an orbital rocket on its first test flight
A private European aerospace company has scrubbed the first test flight of its orbital launch vehicleABC News - Mar. 24 -
The New Space Economy: What Business Leaders Need to Know
The private sector is revolutionizing space exploration. Here’s how forward-thinking companies can capitalize on this cosmic shift.Inc. - 3d -
Al Fayed estate faces legal action from alleged victims
The women worked as nannies or private air stewards for the late billionaire and former owner of Harrods.BBC News - 1d -
Singapore’s Temasek snaps up stake in Indian snack maker Haldiram’s
Bet on middle-class shoppers said to be largest private equity consumer deal in IndiaFinancial Times - 20h -
Thames Water selects KKR as preferred bidder
Private equity interest comes as UK’s largest water utility fights to avoid renationalisationFinancial Times - 20h -
OpenAI funding round could be cut by $10B if for-profit conversion doesn't occur by year-end
OpenAI’s massive private funding round could be slashed by as much as $10 billion if the company doesn’t restructure into a for-profit entity by Dec.NBC News - 10h -
Greenland prime minister says US will not get Greenland
The prime minister of Greenland is pushing back against assertions by U.S. President Donald Trump that America will take control of the island territoryABC News - 1d -
Blackstone Considers Small Investment in TikTok
The private equity giant is considering investing as the video app works to follow a law that requires it to separate from its Chinese owner, ByteDance, by next week.The New York Times - 3d -
Georgia community fights rail company trying to use eminent domain
Mark and Janet Smith have been leading a coalition opposing a rail company's plan to carve through private property with four and a half miles of new track.CBS News - 3h -
Battle over Greenland heats up with Denmark's PM set to visit just days after JD Vance
The battle over Greenland is set to intensify this week as Denmark's prime minister visits the Arctic island days after U.S. Vice President JD Vance.CNBC - 15h -
Orbital Rocket Crashes After First Launch From Continental Europe
The rocket, developed by Isar Aerospace, lifted off from Norway’s Andøya Space Center and crashed about 30 seconds later. The test flight was part of efforts to make Europe a center for private ...The New York Times - 1d -
Who are the best softball teams in RI? Here's what Division I has to offer in 2025
Coming in with an absurd lineup, La Salle looks like a lock to three-peat. Which of Rhode Island's best softball teams can stop the Rams in 2025? Take a look.Yahoo Sports - 18h -
The GR8 Chase: Predicting When Alex Ovechkin Breaks Wayne Gretzky's All-Time Goal Record
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is eight goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL Goal record with odds increasing for it to happen versus the New York IslandersYahoo Sports - 10h -
Celta Vigo and Las Palmas share eventful draw in La Liga
Las Palmas is still waiting for its luck to turn. The Canary Islanders drew with Celta Vigo 1-1 in La Liga on Monday in a match where their goalkeeper was taken off on a stretcher and a late ...Yahoo Sports - 6h -
Where does the Bills offense stand with James Cook's extension talks tabled?
James Cook is on an island. The Buffalo Bills running back is the last of the team’s five starters set to play on an expiring rookie contract in 2025. And it seems like it might take a while before ...Yahoo Sports - 6h
