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Doc Rivers pushes back against "unfair" criticism of blown 3-1 playoff series leads

Rivers said his teams overachieved. "I always say, ‘What if we had lost to Houston in six?’ No one cares."

Yahoo Sports - 7h

Critical Alabama baseball infielder set to return from injury vs North Alabama | Report

Alabama baseball gets a big piece of its infield back as it looks to get back in the win column after dropping its first series of the 2025 season.

Yahoo Sports - 4h

The Tell-All Book That Facebook Doesn’t Want You to Read

The “free speech” champion Mark Zuckerberg tries to shut up a critic.

The New York Times - Mar. 18

Way-Too-Early Top 25: Next season's breakout player for every team

A look at the players who can might make a critical difference for their teams in 2025.

ESPN - 4d

Trump’s Attacks Give Zelensky a Popularity Boost in Ukraine

The Ukrainian leader’s approval rating is rising, and critics have backed off after he was humiliated and criticized by President Trump, who has also demanded new elections in Ukraine.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Russian Strikes Kill 20 in Ukraine After U.S. Cuts Support for Kyiv

The bombardment came after Washington’s decision to suspend intelligence sharing and hit a region critical for Ukrainian logistics and support.

The New York Times - Mar. 8

Some Democrats Regret Their Scattered Responses to Trump’s Speech to Congress

Progressive and moderate Democrats criticized a protest by Representative Al Green as a distraction, and the party leadership tried to refocus attention on economic issues.

The New York Times - Mar. 9

Romania Bars Ultranationalist Candidate From Presidential Race

The country’s electoral commission ruled on Sunday that Calin Georgescu, an outspoken critic of Ukraine and NATO, could not compete in the do-over election.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Why Ukraine hopes Trump minerals deal will win back US support

American and Ukrainian officials meet in Saudi Arabia for ceasefire talks and to revive a critical mineral deal

BBC News - Mar. 11

Some Vegans Were Harmed in the Watching of This Movie

A film critic who provides “vegan alerts” for animal cruelty goes beyond onscreen violence. Milk and eggs are problematic, too.

The New York Times - Mar. 11

Neymar under fire for missing game after Carnival

Neymar's justification for missing a semifinal with Santos was criticized because he was seen at Carnival last week.

ESPN - Mar. 11

It’s not about antisemitism: The real reason Trump is going after Columbia University

The Trump administration’s actions are part of a concerted assault on key institutions critical to the functioning of government and democracy.

The Hill - Mar. 12

Why Trump wants to bring aluminum production back to the U.S.

Aluminum is a "critical mineral" in the U.S. but the metal is largely produced in other countries, raising security concerns within the Trump administration.

CNBC - Mar. 13

Are Trump’s campus funding cuts an attack or a defense of free speech?

What critics fail to acknowledge is that there are dangers to free speech on both sides — in inaction as well as overreaction.

The Hill - Mar. 13

Schumer’s shutdown 'surrender' sends the left into a rage

The Senate minority leader's decision to forego a government shutdown rekindled his old critics.

Politico - Mar. 13

Sean Combs’s Lawyers Say Video of Hallway Assault Was Altered

The video, a critical piece of the prosecution’s case, shows the music mogul beating and kicking his girlfriend at a hotel in 2016.

The New York Times - Mar. 14

NWSL club BOS Nation FC says it will announce new name in coming weeks, following significant fan backlash

The new Boston franchise unveiled its name and branding in October, but pivoted after receiving criticism for the name and its publicity campaign.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15

3/12: CBS Evening News

Mom worries about daughter with Down Syndrome after Education Department cuts; Trump critic wins Greenland election

CBS News - Mar. 16

Inworld AI showcases AI case studies as they move to production

While impressive in controlled demos, today's AI technologies expose critical limitations when transitioning to production-ready games.

VentureBeat - Mar. 17

Fire danger continues after deadly wildfires ravage state

Parts of Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas face a critical threat of fire danger.

ABC News - Mar. 17

Trump Nominates Bryan Bedford, Longtime Airlines Executive, to Lead FAA

The agency faces an air traffic controller shortage and the need to upgrade outdated systems that are critical to its operations.

The New York Times - Mar. 18

Chinese Nationalists Praise Trump’s Cuts to Voice of America

Beijing has long criticized the outlet, as well as Radio Free Asia, for highlighting human rights abuses in China.

The New York Times - Mar. 18

The truth about Tren de Aragua, the gang at the center of Trump's immigration crackdown

The Trump administration says the group should be treated as an invading force. Critics say it’s a pretext for the administration’s anti-immigrant narrative.

NBC News - Mar. 18

Why has Netanyahu renewed Israel’s offensive against Hamas?

Israeli premier had sought to change terms of ceasefire deal, but critics say he has a personal interest in prolonging the war

Financial Times - Mar. 18

Istanbul mayor, a key rival of Turkey's President Erdogan, is arrested

Critics say the arrest of Istanbul's mayor is part of a mounting crackdown by Turkey's president to silence all dissent.

CBS News - 6d

WRU to blame for Wales' rugby woes, admits Tierney

Wales Rugby Union chief executive Abi Tierney vows to carry on despite criticism and abuse amid Wales' losing run.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

CK Hutchison records bumper profits at ports ahead of BlackRock deal

Conglomerate faces criticism from Beijing for $22.8bn agreement with consortium led by US asset manager

Financial Times - 5d

DNC reports record February grassroots fundraising haul

The DNC brought in $9 million in grassroots fundraising during the critical first full month of Donald Trump’s presidency.

ABC News - 5d

Andy Robertson: Liverpool career far from over

Andrew Robertson has brushed off criticism of his Liverpool performances this season and insisted that his time at Anfield is not coming to an end.

ESPN - 4d

'Chubby filter' pulled from TikTok after user backlash

Critics say the AI tool - which made people look overweight - was a form of body-shaming.

BBC News - 4d

Extreme day trips: 'I go abroad then fly home in time for bed'

Extreme day trips are popular on social media but have drawn criticism over environmental concerns.

BBC News - 3d

A movement to ban food dyes gains ground across the U.S., backed by RFK Jr.

Across the U.S., a longtime push to ban synthetic dyes in food is gaining renewed momentum, with critics of the dyes insisting it’s not a matter of if, but when.

NBC News - 2d

Photos show changes in Luka Doncic's physique since start of season

The criticism Luka Doncic has gotten for his lack of fitness and conditioning may have motivated him to slim down a bit.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Is Jrue Holiday the Boston Celtics' success in the 2025 NBA Playoffs?

One can make a legitimate case that a number of players could serve as a sort of critical element for the Celtics' postseason success.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Usha Vance, Mike Waltz to visit Greenland

The trip was criticized Monday by Greenland Prime Minister Mute Egede, who said Washington was interfering in Greenland's internal affairs.

CBS News - 1d

Usha Vance, Mike Waltz to visit Greenland

The trip was criticized Monday by Greenland Prime Minister Mute Egede, who said Washington was interfering in Greenland's internal affairs.

CBS News - 1d

Could vet guard Jrue Holiday be the Boston Celtics biggest concern in the '25 NBA Playoffs?

Holiday is a critical piece of a 2025 Celtics title picture -- will he be able to come through when Boston needs him most?

Yahoo Sports - 17h

Pentagon ‘still mystified’ as drone drama deepens

Objects exhibiting advanced technology continue to fly with complete impunity over sensitive military installations and critical infrastructure.

The Hill - 14h

Vikings GM set to speak to the media on Tuesday after major wave of roster movea

Vikings GM set to speak to the media on Tuesday following free agency where the team made some critical moves.

Yahoo Sports - 13h

Democrats Call for Hegseth and Waltz to Resign

Some Republican lawmakers have called for an investigation, but most have shied away from criticizing the Trump administration.

The New York Times - 2h

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