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UK ‘falling short’ in fight against rise of superbugs resistant to antibiotics

Antimicrobial resistance contributing to estimated 35,000 deaths a year in UK, and government ‘a long way’ from containing the problem, says NAO. Superbugs are on the rise in the UK and the ...

The Guardian - 16h

As Poverty Rises in New York City, 1 in 4 Can’t Afford Essentials

The share of New Yorkers in poverty is nearly double the national average, according to a report from Columbia University and an anti-poverty group.

The New York Times - 16h

Nauru sells citizenship to help fund relocations as sea levels rise

A new ‘golden passport’ scheme aims to raise funds to relocate people inland as climate change raises sea levels. The Pacific island nation of Nauru is selling citizenship to fund its retreat from ...

The Guardian - 16h

Egg prices expected to rise more than 40 percent in 2025: USDA

Tired of soaring egg prices? Don't expect relief anytime soon, according to a new USDA forecast.

The Hill - 9h

Mother says "it's terrifying" as measles cases rise in Texas amid outbreak

Texas is facing its largest measles outbreak in decades. At least 124 people have come down with the virus — mostly kids and those who are not vaccinated. The outbreak has spread across nine ...

CBS News - 6h

Milwaukee Bucks' Bobby Portis suspended 25 games for violating NBA's anti-drug policy

Portis' agent, Mark Bartelstein, released a statement claiming the violation was essentially a mix-up.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Former NFL punter Chris Kluwe arrested over anti-Trump protest at city council meeting

Former Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe called for "peaceful civil disobedience" and "no kings" Thursday in the wake of his highly publicized arrest at a Southern California city council ...

NBC News - 6d

World Anti-Doping Agency Drops Defamation and Ethics Cases Against U.S. Officials

The World Anti-Doping Agency withdrew a defamation lawsuit and an ethics case against American officials critical of its handling of failed tests by members of China’s Olympic swimming squad.

The New York Times - 5d

Hunter Schafer reveals new passport misgenders her: Trump's anti-trans orders 'not just talk'

Transgender actor Hunter Schafer says she was 'shocked' upon learning her new passport, issued under the Trump administration, incorrectly identifies her.

Los Angeles Times - 4d

‘Trump and Musk are gaslighting’: anti-apartheid artist on how US president and his billionaire ally are attacking South Africa

Ahead of a career retrospective, Sue Williamson tells how the US pair are dragging her country ‘through the mud’. For more than 50 years, Sue Williamson’s art has been shining a light on South ...

The Guardian - 3d

Bomb threat sent to anti-Trump conference singles out officer who tangled with ex-Proud Boys leader

Enrique Tarrio denies involvement despite organizers attributing threat to someone claiming to be ‘Enrique T’. Attendees of a center-right political conference in Washington DC were forced to ...

The Guardian - 3d

Arizona apologizes for 'unacceptable' anti-Mormon chant aimed at BYU after controversial loss

Arizona athletic director Desireé Reed-Francois said,"The chant is not reflective of who we are and should not have happened.”

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Trump administration briefing: Zelenskyy rejects US minerals demand; bomb threat sent to anti-Trump conference

From a fight over a $500bn minerals deal to Trump ‘surrendering to the Russians’ – here are the key US politics stories from Sunday at a glance. As Ukraine prepared to mark the third anniversary of ...

The Guardian - 2d

‘Against everything this country stands for’: ex-NFL player Chris Kluwe takes his local anti-Maga protest national

The athlete hopes his arrest after excoriating the Maga movement in a city council meeting will inspire others to resist. Last week the former NFL player Chris Kluwe was arrested at a city council ...

The Guardian - 6h

Deere shareholders reject anti-DEI proposal, as Trump pressures Apple to abandon diversity plans

Shareholders of Deere & Co. voted overwhelmingly to reject a proposal seeking to curb the farming-machinery maker’s diversity, equity and inclusion plans — the latest sign of investor resistance to ...

MarketWatch - 56m

Melting glaciers caused almost 2cm of sea level rise this century, study reveals

Decades-long research shows world’s glaciers collectively lost 6.542tn tonnes of ice between 2000 and 2023. Melting glaciers have caused almost 2cm of sea level rise this century alone, a ...

The Guardian - Feb. 19

NFL projects salary cap between $277.5M and $281.5M in 2025, rising by as much as $26M

The NFL salary cap will be between $277.5 million and $281.5 million for the 2025 season, rising as much as $26 million from last year

ABC News - Feb. 19

Lower mortgage rates may tempt home buyers. But these fast-rising phantom costs could sneak up on them.

Mortgage rates are down to a nearly three-month low. But if you’re thinking of buying a home, beware of these hidden costs.

MarketWatch - 5d

Minimum credit card payments are rising: How to tackle your card debt now

Struggling to pay more than the minimum on your credit card debt? These solutions could help.

CBS News - 5d

Kentucky death toll rises to 21 as Gov. Andy Beshear announces disaster declaration

The death toll from last week’s severe weather in Kentucky has risen to 21, Gov.

NBC News - 3d

Tomorrow's Top 25 Today: St. John's set to rise in college basketball rankings after statement win over UConn

Tennessee and Houston are in position to move up this week, while St. John's could challenge for a spot in the top five

CBS Sports - 2d

Smithfield Foods’ pork business set to rise as chicken and beef producers struggle: analyst

Smithfield Foods Inc. drew buy ratings from analysts at BofA Securities and UBS on Monday as the pork producer exited its quiet period after its initial public offering late last month.

MarketWatch - 2d

NBA rookie report: 5 promising first-year players on the rise, including Zach Edey

These 2024 first-round picks are showing long-term potential.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

‘Unqualified henchmen’: fears rise as Trump names far-right podcaster as FBI deputy director

Dan Bongino’s installation in high-ranking law enforcement role sparks concern in both Republicans and Democrats. Fears over the future direction of the FBI have intensified after Donald Trump ...

The Guardian - 2d

Fed’s Barkin says interest rates may have to rise to combat inflation headwinds

Barkin said he understands that the fight against inflation has been long, but that “it is critical that we remain steadfast.”

MarketWatch - 1d

Dynasty Fantasy Football Tight End Rankings 2025: Travis Kelce falls pre-draft, Jonnu Smith rises, mor

Updated Dynasty rankings for the tight end position

CBS Sports - 1d

South Korea birthrate rises for first time in nine years amid surge in marriages

Rise comes from very low base and remains far below the 2.1 births per woman needed to stabilise population. South Korea’s birthrate rose last year for the first time in nine years, as a surge in ...

The Guardian - 14h

Baby bump in South Korea as fertility rate rises for first time in 9 years

Surge in marriages after pandemic spurs hopes country’s demographics may have turned a corner

Financial Times - 13h

Bonds are rising as stocks suffer February drop. But don’t count on long-term bonds as a cushion.

Bonds are up so far in February, outperforming U.S. stocks ahead of upcoming inflation data.

MarketWatch - 9h

Birth rate in South Korea, the world's lowest, rises for first time in 9 years

South Korea’s fertility rate rose in 2024 for the first time in nine years, preliminary data showed Wednesday, in a sign that the country’s demographic crisis might have turned a corner.

NBC News - 11h

Moving the Goalposts | How can women’s football hold on to its unique selling point amid rising abuse?

This week’s newsletter wonders if we can still find the balance between access to players as well as providing them with the protection that ensures their safety?. When did we stop seeing those in ...

The Guardian - 8h

Newborns in Gaza are dying from the cold as fears rise over ceasefire's next phase

Bundled up in baby blankets and wrapped in the warmth of her father’s arms, Sham Al-Shanbari came into the world at a time of relative calm in Gaza, born two weeks ago during the hard-won ceasefire ...

NBC News - 6h

From Castle to Collier: Six rising rookies who can help win your league

Stephon Castle is one of several rookies who are finishing the season strong. Here's what it means for fantasy and betting.

ESPN - 4h

Oklahoma adds Senior Bowl executive Jim Nagy as general manager in splash hire for fast-rising position

Nagy comes from an scouting background and interviewed for NFL GM jobs

CBS Sports - 3h

Redrafting 2023 NBA Draft: How lottery would look knowing what we know now as Amen Thompson rises, Scoot slips

These are the picks teams wish they made nearly two years ago