Talking Points Ahead

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 - 4d

BAE in early talks with Japanese groups to collaborate on drones for fighter jets

Smaller pilotless planes could be used to suppress defences before combat aircraft enter danger zones

Financial Times - 4d

‘Let’s Not Talk About It’: 5 Years Later, China’s Covid Shadow Lingers

People who endured the longest Covid restrictions in the world are still grappling with what they lost: their loved ones, their livelihoods, their dignity.

The New York Times - 4d

Democrats talking out response to Trump administration at issues conference

House Democrats have kicked off their annual issues conference with the lawmakers discussing their approach to the Trump administration. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has more.

CBS News - 4d

Peace talks are in parallel universe, say Ukraine front-line troops

Ukrainian soldiers on the battlefield say they don't expect to see the war end any time soon.

BBC News - 4d

Donald Trump's son Eric holds talks with John Swinney

Eric Trump is a senior executive in his father's business - the Trump Organisation - which owns golf resorts in Ayrshire and Aberdeenshire.

BBC News - 4d

Hamilton talks up Brad Pitt's driving in F1 movie

Brad Pitt's speed is real and Hollywood's F1 movie will be the most authentic racing film ever seen when it is released in June, according to Lewis Hamilton.

ESPN - 4d

Trump’s son talks golf not politics in meeting with Scotland’s first minister

John Swinney discusses investment with Eric Trump as tariff war intensifies and activists target Turnberry

Financial Times - 3d

Greenland PM blasts Trump talk of U.S. annexation: 'Enough is enough'

"We don't want to be Americans. No, we don't want to be Danes. We want to be Greenlanders," said Jens-Frederik Nielsen of the island's Demokraatit party.

CNBC - 4d

Schneider: Seahawks pivoted after talks with Geno Smith stalled

G.M. says failed negotiation with Smith's agents "wasn't very long."

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Trump keeps talking about making Canada the 51st state. Is he serious?

President Donald Trump continued to belittle Canada and threaten it with joining the United States as the economic war with the country continued.

ABC News - 3d

Israel-Hamas Talks Deadlocked as Trump Envoy Turns to Ukraine

The two sides are supposed to negotiate a second phase of the cease-fire agreement that would end the war, but they remain far apart on how to move forward.

The New York Times - 3d

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 - 3d

Prep talk: Maximo Adams fuels Sierra Canyon's bid for state title

Junior forward Maximo Adams has risen to pressure of playoffs in helping Sierra Canyon reach the Division I final against Stockton Lincoln at Golden 1 Center.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Hamas says it will release American hostage, agrees to restart Gaza ceasefire talks

Hamas on Friday said it agreed to release American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander and the bodies of four other Americans, following a proposal from mediators to resume negotiations with Israel over ...

The Hill - 3d

Congo's friends may force it to sit down and talk with Rwanda-backed rebels

Democratic Republic of Congo President Tshisekedi has long ruled out dialogue with Rwanda-backed M23, but defeats and waning support have forced him to rethink.

NBC News - 3d

‘Talk about it, focus on your values and … stay stoic’: how to cope with rejection

From the workplace to romance to friends, everything you need to know about rejection – and how to move on from it. Rejection is an inevitable part of the human experience, but despite suffering ...

The Guardian - 3d

Greenland’s political leaders unite to condemn Trump takeover talk

Joint statement issued after US president reiterated his belief that Washington will eventually control the Arctic island

Financial Times - 2d

Russia and Ukraine launch aerial attacks amid proposed ceasefire talks

Russia and Ukraine traded heavy aerial blows overnight Saturday, with both sides reporting more than 100 enemy drones over their respective territories

ABC News - 2d

Slowly, Ukrainian Women Are Beginning to Talk About Sexual Assault in the War

Thousands of women may have been raped by Russian soldiers, experts say, but have kept quiet for fear of the stigma. But that is changing.

The New York Times - 2d

Prep talk: Sophomore Andrew Goldman steps forward for Loyola lacrosse

Andrew Goldman leads the Cubs to a win over San Francisco St. Ignacious, the No. 1 lacrosse team in California.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Berlin Summit: Liverpool Join Premier League Transfer Talks

Premier League Clubs to Convene in Berlin for Key Transfer TalksLiverpool are set to travel to Berlin next week for a crucial transfer summit, joining several other Premier League clubs to discuss ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Antoine Griezmann future to be decided in March as LAFC talks continue

Antoine Griezmann is undoubtedly an Atletico Madrid legend, but his time at the club could be coming to an end in the next few months. Despite the fact that he is contracted until the summer of ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Barcelona and Atletico Madrid in Talks for PSG Target Expected to Leave Arsenal

Paris Saint-Germain have plenty of talent in their midfield, but they lack height in the position. Fabian Ruiz is the tallest at 6-foot-2 (1.89m), and beyond him, there aren’t many players close to ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Talks progressing for Barcelona midfielder’s renewal but deal far from done

Barcelona have taken important steps towards securing a contract renewal for Frenkie de Jong, but there are still details that need to be ironed out before an agreement can be finalised. In fact, ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Arsenal in advanced talks to sign €60m La Liga superstar

Arsenal have regularly looked to the La Liga market in recent years, and in 2025, they are expected to sign one of the league’s best midfielders, that being Real Sociedad pivot Martin ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Trump administration official says peace talks with Russia were ‘positive’

Special Envoy Steve Witkoff recently met with Russian officials about continued peace negotiations, and he said the meeting was “positive.” “This morning, I met with President Putin,” Witkoff said ...

The Hill - 1d

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla talks growth of rookie Baylor Scheierman

Baylor Scheierman has played sparingly this season with the Celtics but coach Joe Mazzulla has been impressed with him in a limited sample size.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Trump plans Tuesday talks with Putin on Russia-Ukraine war

US president says ‘a lot of work’ has been done over weekend towards ceasefire deal

Financial Times - 11h

How to talk about mental health at work without fear of judgment

A study from the National Alliance on Mental Illness found that while most employees support discussing mental health at work, many fear judgment or career consequences. Barb Solish, NAMI's ...

CBS News - 5h

Osceola Video: Mike Norvell talks FSU's offseason, discusses accountability

Mike Norvell discusses offseason workouts, previews spring practices and addresses the need for accountability.

Yahoo Sports - 3h

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani talks return to Japan, impact on kids

L.A. Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani spoke in a rare interview about playing in front of a home crowd in Japan and what he's focused on personally this upcoming season.

CBS News - 4h