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NCAA Rules Committee takes aim at fake injuries, but primitive call-and-review process needs fixing first
Give refs a chance to say 'I don't know'CBS Sports - 16h -
Anita Dobson makes surprise return for anniversary special
The actress, who last appeared in the soap more than 37 years ago, played the role of a landlady at the Queen Vic pub.BBC News - 1d -
Fantasy basketball: Don't be surprised if ... Tyrese Maxey averages 30 PPG
Eric Karabell forecasts what lies ahead for three players coming out of the All-Star break.ESPN - 8h -
2025 Masters picks, odds, field: Surprising predictions from same golf model that nailed 13 majors
SportsLine's proven model simulated the 2025 Masters 10,000 times and revealed its surprising PGA Tour golf picksCBS Sports - 11h -
Trump calls Zelenskyy a ‘dictator’ in growing war of words
Even as the White House pushes to end the war in Ukraine, President Donald Trump is escalating his attacks on President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, describing him as a "dictator." NBC’s Richard Engel ...NBC News - 1d -
An alternative take on Trump’s favourite word
Seen from a different angle, would the US president still choose tariffs?Financial Times - 1d -
Amazon is taking control of the James Bond movie franchise
Amazon MGM Studios, the tech giant's film unit, plans to take "creative control" of the James Bond series under a new deal with the franchise's longtime producers.NBC News - 1d -
A New, Trendy Move Is Taking Over the N.B.A.
Nearly every young perimeter player is feverishly working on adding the “Euro stop” to his game.The New York Times - 10h -
Joe Buck will call the Brewers-Yankees game on opening day for ESPN
Joe Buck will call his first nationally televised baseball game since 2021 on opening dayABC News - 3d -
Trump calls Zelenskyy a "dictator" after blaming Ukraine for Russia's invasion
"A Dictator without Elections, Zelenskyy better move fast or he is not going to have a Country left," President Trump wrote.CBS News - 2d -
‘Sweating like a mafioso’: calls in Italy to bar Estonia’s ‘offensive’ Eurovision entry
Consumer group complains about song’s stereotypes of Italians – but other Italians say the lyrics are ‘no stresso’. The Eurovision song contest is several months away but the drama has already ...The Guardian - 1d -
President Trump calls Ukraine's Zelenskyy a "dictator," sparking bipartisan backlash
President Trump drew bipartisan criticism after he called Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy a "dictator without elections." CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more.CBS News - 1d -
Call Of Duty's New TMNT Skins Will Cost You $90 To Unlock In Total
The Season 2 Reloaded update is live in Black Ops 6 and Warzone , and while Call of Duty's TMNT crossover event doesn't begin until next week, all four turtles are now available to purchase. ...GameSpot - 1d -
Robot Startup Figure Reveals an AI Breakthrough Called Helix
The company also released a video showing two humanoid robots putting away groceries. It’s worth watching.Inc. - 1d -
Domestic abuse experts to help police in 999 call rooms after murders
The pilot in five police force areas comes after Raneem Oudeh and her mother were murdered in 2018.BBC News - 1d -
Investors call for shake-up of Europe’s ‘failed’ securitisation market
Fund managers and insurers say long-overdue reforms could unlock hundreds of billions of euros in financingFinancial Times - 1d -
U.S. Objects to Calling Russia ‘Aggressor’ in G7 Statement on Ukraine Invasion
The American opposition to a draft of a Group of 7 statement marking the third anniversary of Russia’s attack on Ukraine comes after President Trump blamed Kyiv for starting the war.The New York Times - 21h -
Trump's Ukraine envoy calls Zelensky 'embattled and courageous leader'
President Trump's special envoy to Ukraine and Russia called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky an "embattled and courageous leader" after meetings in Kyiv on Friday, a notable shift from ...The Hill - 15h -
Judge rejects DoJ call to immediately dismiss Eric Adams corruption case
Outside lawyer appointed to present arguments against prosecutors seeking to drop case against New York mayor. A New York judge on Friday said he would not immediately dismiss Eric Adams ’s ...The Guardian - 11h -
CBC calls Trump suspension of USDA 1890 Scholars program 'outrageous'
The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) is calling on President Trump to reinstate an education program designed to support students from rural and underserved communities pursuing degrees in ...The Hill - 7h -
Experts Call Foul on FAA Firings Following Aviation Accidents
The Federal Aviation Administration is the latest victim of Elon Musk’s DOGE firings, despite a recent spate of plane crashes.Inc. - 8h -
Why Did It Take a Fire for the World to Learn of Altadena’s Black Arts Legacy?
As Frieze Los Angeles shines a spotlight on art in the city, one community, long facing institutional apathy, calls for marking its memories in the public mind.The New York Times - 1d -
Hasbro says it's taking steps to offset China tariff effects
Toy and gaming giant Hasbro is shifting manufacturing away from China as it eyes the effects of U.S. tariffs.CNBC - 1d -
Trump says federal government should 'take over' local politics in DC
Trump is jockeying for local political power by positioning himself as the antidote to the city’s crime and homelessness.Politico - 1d -
Trump administration takes aim at $4B in funding for California high-speed rail
The Trump administration is investigating delays and cost overruns in California’s high-speed rail projectABC News - 1d -
Marchand takes jab at Tkachuk brothers after Canada's 4 Nations title
Brad Marchand didn't hold back when talking about the Tkachuk brothers after Canada beat Team USA in the 4 Nations final.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Dark side of bright nights taking toll on forgotten invertebrates
From bats to moths, species working the night shift are suffering as light pollution soars. When we think about invertebrates, most of us picture bees, butterflies, worms, crabs or perhaps even a ...The Guardian - 1d -
Amazon MGM to take creative control of James Bond franchise
Amazon MGM announced it is taking over the creative reins of the James Bond franchise. The Broccolis, who controlled the Bond franchise for decades, will still share intellectual property rights.CBS News - 15h -
Amazon paid more than $1bn to take creative control of James Bond
007 stars offer mixed reactions to deal with the British-American heirs to the film producer Albert ‘Cubby’ Broccoli. Business live – latest updates Amazon has paid more than $1bn for ...The Guardian - 15h -
Amazon MGM to take creative control of James Bond franchise
Amazon MGM announced it is taking over the creative reins of the James Bond franchise. The Broccolis, who controlled the Bond franchise for decades, will still share intellectual property rights.CBS News - 15h -
Trump Administration Takes Aim at $4B in Funding for California High-Speed Rail
The controversial transportation project is long-delayed. Can it stay on track?Inc. - 12h -
What Would Trump Taking Control of the USPS Mean for You?
Some reports say Trump plans to take control the USPS, possibly to privatize it. Here’s what that could mean for businesses and consumers.Inc. - 9h -
Residents warned to take shelter as bushfires burn in South Australia, Victoria and Tasmania
Extreme fire danger and total bans have been declared for large parts of the east coast with sweltering temperature accompanied by hot and dry winds. Get our breaking news email , free app or ...The Guardian - 4h -
Trudeau after Canada hockey win over US: 'You can't take our country — and you can't take our game'
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took a veiled swipe at President Trump on Thursday, after Canada defeated the U.S. in the 4 Nations Face-Off men's hockey championship game. “You can’t take ...The Hill - 17h -
Rob Manfred calls Athletics’ new park in Sacramento charming but still expects to be in Las Vegas by 2028
Rob Manfred recently visited the 14,000-seat minor league stadium in West Sacramento, California, and said the owners of the Triple-A River Cats and Athletics have provided players with “as close ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Trump calls US hockey team ahead of 4 Nations Face-Off final against Canada
President Donald Trump has called the U.S. hockey team to wish players good luck ahead of their 4 Nations Face-Off final against CanadaABC News - 1d -
Kim Kardashian called him a Texas death row inmate on Instagram. He wasn't, and he's suing
Kim Kardashian confused a Texas death row inmate with a New York resident who is not a double murderer. He's now suing for defamation.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Japan's inflation rate climbs to a 2-year high of 4% in January, supporting rate hike calls from BOJ members
Core inflation — which excludes prices of fresh food — rose to 3.2% from 3% in the prior month and beat economists' expectations of 3.1%, according to a Reuters poll.CNBC - 1d -
Al Michaels reveals which sport he actually wanted to call before 'Miracle on Ice' assignment
USA's upset of the Soviet Union at the 1980 Olympics was only the second hockey game Michaels had ever called.Yahoo Sports - 5h
