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JD Vance’s cousin says vice-president and Trump are ‘useful idiots’ to Putin

Nate Vance reportedly spent three years trying to help Ukraine repel Russian troops and has been alarmed by his cousin’s remarks. US politics live – latest updates After voluntarily fighting ...

The Guardian - 4d

A Trump-Putin pact is emerging – and Europe is its target | Rafael Behr

US betrayal of Ukraine is the rehearsal for a grander bargain with Moscow and an assault on continental solidarity. A prime time current affairs programme; a discussion about Donald Trump’s ...

The Guardian - 2d

What leverage does Trump have over Putin in Ukraine negotiations?

The Russian president remains unwavering in his demands, making wider sanctions and tariffs ineffective. Ukraine’s agreement to support a US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in its war against ...

The Guardian - 2d

How could Putin respond to US-Ukraine ceasefire plan?

The Kremlin is weighing its options following the US-Ukraine proposal for a 30-day ceasefire.

BBC News - 2d

US team headed to Moscow for Ukraine talks as Putin visits Kursk

President Trump says he can 'do things financially' that would be painful for Russia if the war continues.

BBC News - 2d

Putin visits Kursk as Russia pushes back Ukrainian troops in captured region

Moscow’s soldiers step up offensive just hours after Kyiv backs 30-day, US-brokered armistice

Financial Times - 2d

What does Putin video tell us about the battle for Kursk?

An analysis of verified footage reveals Moscow is taking back territory in Kursk, the area of Russia that Ukraine attacked in 2024.

BBC News - 1d

U.S. envoy reportedly in Moscow to meet with Putin about potential Ukraine ceasefire

Russian media is reporting President Trump's special envoy for Russia and Ukraine, Steve Witkoff, has arrived in Moscow as the U.S. prepares to present Russia with a 30-day ceasefire proposal that ...

CBS News - 1d

Putin Visits Kursk to Cheer Russian Troops Trying to Oust Ukraine

The trip comes as President Trump looks to secure the Russian leader’s support for a 30-day cease-fire.

The New York Times - 1d

Putin, in No Hurry for 30-Day Truce, Seeks Ukrainian Concessions

The remarks by the Russian leader suggested he wanted to draw out negotiations or make a truce impossible. Ukraine’s leader called the response to a cease-fire plan “manipulative.”

The New York Times - 1d

Ukraine war briefing: Mandatory evacuations on border with Kursk as Putin mulls ceasefire

Moscow offers heavily qualified support for US-Ukraine proposal as Russia regains more of Kursk region Continue reading...

The Guardian - 1d

Putin Stops Far Short of Agreeing to a Cease-Fire, and Adds Tough Conditions

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine said the Russian leader had no desire to end the war, proposing conditions that made a truce unattainable.

The New York Times - 21h

FirstFT: Vladimir Putin pushes maximalist demands in Ukraine talks

Also in today’s newsletter, Tesla warns of exposure to retaliatory tariffs and DeepSeek focuses on research

Financial Times - 20h

Trump Turns to an Untested Emissary, Steven Witkoff, to Engage Putin

Steven Witkoff, a real estate developer and friend of the president’s, lacks diplomatic experience, but the new administration might view that as a plus.

The New York Times - 15h

US had productive talks with Putin over Ukraine war, Trump says

But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accuses Russia of dragging out ceasefire talks so it can continue the war.

BBC News - 3h

The Papers: 'Benefit cut for 1m' and 'Putin must not play games'

A mix of stories make up the front of Saturday's papers, with a focus on government spending cuts and the war in Ukraine.

BBC News - 1h

What will be in the chancellor's Spring Statement?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will give more detail about the government's plans for the economy.

BBC News - 5d

Kenny Pickett trade grades: Browns ace deal for former first-round QB; Eagles get so-so mark for odd move

Cleveland upgraded its QB depth without giving up much

CBS Sports - 4d

A minerals agreement with Ukraine would be a bad deal for America

Giving Americans an “economic upside in the future of Ukraine” will never be worth the security downsides.

The Hill - 3d

Roki Sasaki's splitter already looks like one of the best pitches in baseball

Meet the pitch so weird it's giving MLB's pitch-tracking system problems.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Google’s Gemini Robotics AI Model Reaches Into the Physical World

Google has developed an AI model that gives humanoids and other robots more intelligence—and a tool designed to give them a moral compass too.

Wired - 2d

I'm lucky to be alive, says journalist tracked by Russian spies

Roman Dobrokhotov tells the BBC he thinks Vladimir Putin ordered the operation against him.

BBC News - 6d

Stamkos finishes 14th career hat trick in OT to give Predators 3-2 win over Blackhawks

Steven Stamkos scored at 2:39 of overtime to complete his 14th career hat trick and the Nashville Predators beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2

ABC News - 5d

Eric Musselman gives brutal assessment of USC's defense after blowout loss to UCLA

Eric Musselman expresses frustration over USC's inability to improve on defense and says his players don't understand the significance of the rivalry with UCLA.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

‘I don’t want to say that’: Arteta refuses to give up on title despite United draw

Arsenal 15 points behind Liverpool with game in hand ‘Today the frustration is that we haven’t won’ Mikel Arteta has refused to concede the title race is over, despite Arsenal languishing 15 ...

The Guardian - 5d

NFL roundup: Bills give Allen reported $330m extension as Steelers trade for DK Metcalf

Buffalo quarterback rewarded for MVP season Pittsburgh make move for Seattle receiver Davante Adams agrees to deal with Rams Garrett agrees new deal to stay with Browns NFL MVP Josh Allen ...

The Guardian - 5d

5 uncomfortable truths about Trump and Russia

It is small wonder that Trump and his team have swallowed Putin’s narrative hook, line and sinker.

The Hill - 3d

Vance gives House GOP closing pitch on Trump-backed funding bill ahead of vote

Vice President Vance delivered a closing pitch in favor of Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) government funding bill during the House GOP’s private conference meeting Tuesday, hours before the lower ...

The Hill - 3d

Rams' Puka Nacua gives Davante Adams his No. 17, switches to No. 12 worn in college

Nacua wore No. 12 at BYU, and he reverts to that number following Adams' arrival in Los Angeles

CBS Sports - 3d

Democrats ask judge to block Trump order giving him more control over FEC

In February, Mr. Trump signed an executive order to curtail the authority of independent regulatory agencies.

CBS News - 3d

2025 NFL free agency: Puka Nacua gives up jersey No. 17 for new Rams receiver Davante Adams

Nacua will instead wear the jersey number he wore in college at Washington and BYU.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

NTSB gives two major, urgent safety recommendations for DCA after plane collision

The National Transportation Safety Board is warning of a "serious safety issue" in the airspace surrounding Reagan National Airport near Washington, D.C. CBS News White House reporter Olivia ...

CBS News - 3d

Ukraine-U.S. ceasefire talks took 7 hours. The hard part will be getting Russia to agree.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the ball was in Russian President Vladimir Putin's court after agreeing to a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine.

NBC News - 2d

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 stories

CBS Sports - 2d

Why this CEO wants to give motherhood better PR: 'We want more options on the table'

Neha Ruch is the CEO and founder of Mother Untitled and author of "The Power Pause," which covers how moms can plan a career break and return to the workforce.

CNBC - 2d