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Between the Columns for Monday, April 7
It’s Monday morning so it’s time I let you all know what’s been on my mind the past week. More specifically, Mizzou athletic director Laird Veatch put out a video talking with Mike Kelly on Friday ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Trump: Tariffs sparking investment in US
President Trump late Sunday defended his tariff plan amid recession fears, saying they are sparking investment in the United States. Trump spoke aboard Air Force One, where he said he was elected ...The Hill - 3d -
COLUMN: Stop making sports a popularity contest
It’s become a common theme within today’s sports landscape that business is intertwined with everything both on and off the field or court. Name, Image, Likeness is largely to thank for this at the ...Yahoo Sports - 14h -
Pre-match nerves light spark for goalscorer Weir
Northern Ireland match-winner Kascie Weir says she was 'really nervous' before the Romania game, but the pre-match nerves sparked a superb display from the teenager.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Judicial blocks on Trump spark battle over nationwide injunctions
The Trump administration’s repeated losses in courts have sparked Republican efforts to limit the reach of the judiciary, something Democrats argue is designed to hamstring reviews of lawless ...The Hill - 3d -
COLUMN: Europe or Bust – The Race for La Liga’s Final Tickets to the Continent
With eight games to go in La Liga – unless you’re Villarreal – the European race has been supercharged in La Liga this season. Who will make it to the rest of the continent come September though...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Viral sensation Max Holzer explains lewd celebration that sparked wild out-of-cage brawl at Oktagon 69
It may only be April, but the chaos Max Holzer sparked at Oktagon 69 is destined to go down as one of the wildest MMA scenes of 2025.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Steelers pass-rusher T.J. Watt's cryptic social media post sparks trade speculation
Could Pittsburgh Steelers edge rusher T.J. Watt want out of Pittsburgh? A cryptic post to his Instagram story has sparked trade speculation.Yahoo Sports - 16h -
NBA's wild West playoff race: Tiebreakers, scenarios with Lakers, Warriors, more fighting for four spots
Five teams are tied in the loss column with less than a week left in the regular seasonCBS Sports - 1d -
Division III baseball teams with combined 141-game losing streak end massive skids by splitting doubleheader
Lehman College and Yeshiva University have finally entered the win column -- against each otherCBS Sports - 21h -
Melatonin use in daycares sparks concerns
Parents are speaking out about the lack of regulation surrounding the Melatonin supplement used during nap times in some daycares. Some parents learned their children were given the supplement ...NBC News - 2d -
Column: IHSA addresses issues with multiplier waiver and success factor. The solutions appear to be a win-win.
Back in November, I wrote that something needed to be done about the Illinois High School Association’s multiplier-waiver process. In March, the IHSA board answered the call, announcing some major ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Trump's tariff reversal sparks historic stock rally
After President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on many of his sweeping tariffs on countries around the world, stock markets surged with the Dow rocketing nearly 3,000 points higher ...NBC News - 1h -
The 3 Words Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Use to Spark Real Change
‘Be the change’ isn’t just a quote—it’s a powerful leadership strategy rooted in science and everyday actions.Inc. - 4d -
Trump’s tariff blitz sparks turmoil for green energy sector
Duties pose one-two punch for an industry already reeling from renewed embrace of fossil fuelsFinancial Times - 3d -
Musk’s Dissent on Tariffs Sparks Backlash From White House Insiders
Can’t DOGE this: Trump trade adviser Peter Navarro snubs the billionaire’s call for a U.S.-E.U. free trade and immigration zone as the naivete of someone who “sells cars,” and “doesn’t understand” ...Inc. - 2d -
Nuclear boom sparks urgent call for investment in new uranium mines
Currently identified resources are forecast to be used up by the 2080sFinancial Times - 2d -
Canadian power at the top: Charles Davalan sparks Arkansas baseball's offensive surge
A small tweak to his batting stance has unlocked Charles Davalan, who sets the tone atop Arkansas baseball's dominant offense.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
How China’s record trade surplus helped spark Trump’s tariff war
Beijing’s domination of global trade has led to a schism between the world’s two largest economies — and left many others worried about their industriesFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump imposes new tariffs on dozens of partners, sparking fresh market turmoil
Rates on imports to US from dozens of economies rise further, with China hit by 104% tariffs. Business live – latest updates The US and China are heading towards an all-out trade war, after ...The Guardian - 1d -
Death of Palestinian American Boy in West Bank Sparks Outcry
Amer Rabee, 14, was fatally shot by Israeli forces in the West Bank, according to his family. Community leaders gathered in New Jersey to demand justice.The New York Times - 1d -
Investors flee to German bonds as Trump tariffs spark Treasury sell-off
"Traditionally you might have gone into the U.S. during a period of volatility, but this is a U.S. story. Germany is benefiting from a wider flight to quality."CNBC - 22h -
Trump tariffs spark US government debt sell-off
The cost of borrowing for the US government rose as confidence in the economy waned.BBC News - 21h -
Reformation’s Devon Lee Carlson Collab Sparks Cultural Appropriation Allegations
A collaboration with the influencer Devon Lee Carlson looks a lot like a lehenga, joining a list of recent incidents that inspired questions about cultural appropriation.The New York Times - 20h -
Texas Longhorns new logo concept sparks social media debate
The Longhorns have no intention of losing the classic logo we all know and love, but one social media influencer has a concept for a new logo.Yahoo Sports - 8h -
Roller coaster week for global bonds continues as 'Trump put' sparks reversals
"There's a sense of relief that trade deals with the U.S. are firmly on the table," economists say.CNBC - 13m -
Real Madrid president returns from London after Arsenal loss with clear transfer mission
Real Madrid may have suffered a humbling 3-0 defeat at the hands of Arsenal at the Emirates, but for president Florentino Perez, the trip to London sparked more than just disappointment—it sparked ...Yahoo Sports - 7h -
Trump Says Tariffs Will Stay Until Trade Deficit Disappears
The president said he would not quickly reverse last week’s steep tariffs, which have sparked pushback and roiled markets.The New York Times - 3d -
What Trump has said about tariffs as stock market reacts
The Trump administration's imposition and walkback of tariffs has led to stock volatility and sparked worries of a global trade war and recession.CBS News - 17h -
China says 'market has spoken' after Trump tariffs spark global stocks rout
China's Foreign Ministry on Saturday said "the market has spoken" following the U.S. imposition of sweeping new tariffs.CNBC - 5d -
'He's a guy that controls the pace': Ty Jerome returns from injury with a spark for Cavs
Ty Jerome was able to return for Sunday night's game. In 23 minutes, he poured in 20 points, illustrating how dynamic he's become off the bench.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Meeting Rory McIlroy in 2017 sparked journey that led to Tuesday practice round at Masters
A few months shy of the eighth anniversary of meeting McIlroy, Kent will tee it up in a practice round at the 89th Masters on Tuesday with him.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Mexico eyes more fracking as Trump sparks fear over US gas reliance
Claudia Sheinbaum, a former climate scientist, explores shale to ease dependence on unpredictable American presidentFinancial Times - 2d -
Masters 2025: Keegan 'The Captain' Bradley cards hole in one in Par 3 Contest, sparks family celebration
Bradley's ace was the first of this year's Par 3 Contest.Yahoo Sports - 18h -
Steelers' T.J. Watt sparks rumors with cryptic social media post, should fans be worried?
Watt posted a photo with him holding up peace signsCBS Sports - 12h -
'Heartbroken' S.C. hopes loss fuels next title run
South Carolina players were emotional following Sunday's blowout loss but said that emotion will help spark another championship run in the future.ESPN - 3d -
Simms: Shedeur Sanders patting the ball is a non-issue
In the aftermath of the Colorado Pro Day on Friday, a player-sparked debate emerged regarding the fact that quarterback Shedeur Sanders patted the ball before throwing it.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Warren Buffett's net worth is up so far in 2025—the rest of world's top 15 wealthiest people have all lost money
Some of the world's richest people lost tens of billions as President Trump's tariff announcement sparked market turmoil. One notable exception: Warren Buffett.CNBC - 1d -
10-year Treasury yield rises back above 4% despite tariff threat to growth
The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield climbed back above the 4% level on Monday, even as President Donald Trump’s tariffs sparked fears of an economic slowdown.NBC News - 1d -
Aaron Glenn: Building culture, environment most important thing for Jets right now
Aaron Glenn was part of a major organizational shift while serving as the defensive coordinator of the Lions and he hopes to spark another one as the head coach of the Jets.Yahoo Sports - 1d
