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Greenland prime minister says US will not get Greenland
The prime minister of Greenland is pushing back against assertions by U.S. President Donald Trump that America will take control of the island territoryABC News - 2d -
'Greedy landlords are cashing in and forcing us out of town'
The construction of the Sizewell C nuclear power plant on the Suffolk coast is a key part of the government's growth programme, but some residents in the area say it's causing a housing problem.BBC News - 2d -
US airstrikes hit Yemen: Houthi rebels
Houthi rebels said U.S. airstrikes hit Yemen’s capital overnight and into early Monday morning, killing at least three people. Strikes in Sana'a reportedly killed one person, with the Al-Masirah ...The Hill - 1d -
UK-Gambian student targeted by Trump leaves the US
British citizen Momodou Taal had his visa revoked due to protest activities opposing Israel.BBC News - 1d -
US stocks post worst quarter since 2022
S&P 500 sinks almost 5% in first three months of 2025 on rising concerns over economyFinancial Times - 23h -
Trump is whitewashing US history and embracing 'alternative facts'
It’s impossible for the Smithsonian to truthfully tell the American story without mentioning racism, sexism and other forms of discrimination, bigotry and flaws.The Hill - 21h -
You used to be close – but are you a ‘fringe friend’ now?
It’s not fun to realize you may be an ‘always welcome but never invited’ pal. But experts say it’s not all bad. We’re hiding behind a dining table, waiting for the birthday girl to arrive.. The ...The Guardian - 17h -
Fourth missing US soldier in Lithuania found dead
A fourth American soldier who went missing after their vehicle became submerged in a bog during training in the country was found dead Tuesday, the White House announced. “Tragically, three ...The Hill - 16h -
US prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione
Mangione, 26, accused of carrying out ‘premeditated assassination’ of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Federal prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against the man accused of fatally ...The Guardian - 17h -
What are tariffs and why is Trump using them?
Tariffs are a key part of Trump's political vision, but economists fear they could spark a trade war.BBC News - 3h -
Eagles star Lane Johnson after tush push ban proposal gets tabled: 'Hate us cause they ain't us'
The tush push survived the NFL's annual meetings and one Eagles player was pumped about it.Yahoo Sports - 18h -
Fantasy Baseball: Jurickson Profar's 80-game PED suspension makes Lars Nootbaar a prime waiver wire target
There may be no use holding onto Profar anymore, but there are alternativesCBS Sports - 1d -
‘Y’all Street’ is an exercise in Texas-sized ring kissing
It is not clear whether local exchanges are particularly usefulFinancial Times - 18h -
1 offensive lineman the Rams should target on each day of the 2025 NFL Draft
The Rams could always use more offensive linemen.Yahoo Sports - 16h -
US births rose last year, but experts don't see it as a trend
U.S. births rose slightly last year, but experts don’t see it as evidence of reversing a long-term declineABC News - Mar. 18 -
Experts say US weather forecasts will worsen as DOGE cuts balloon launches
With massive job cuts, the National Weather Service is reducing vital weather balloon launches in eight northern locationsABC News - Mar. 22 -
TikTok Ads Portray App as Force for Good as US Ban Looms
The popular video app, which could be banned in the United States next month if it is not sold to a non-Chinese owner, is portraying itself as a savior of Americans and a champion of small ...The New York Times - Mar. 25 -
5 Best Phones You Can’t Buy in the US (2025), Tested and Reviewed
Wondering what you’re missing out on? Here are our favorite smartphones not officially sold stateside, available in markets like the UK and Europe.Wired - 5d -
An inspired filmmaker takes us on a 'Grand Tour' of a colonialist past and a vibrant present
Conceived and directed by imaginative Portuguese filmmaker Miguel Gomes, the movie straddles eras and moods: an adventure tale and a semi-documentary both.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Sperm Stem Cells Were Used for the First Time in an Attempt to Restore Fertility
In an advance for treating male infertility, researchers transplanted a patient with his own sperm-forming stem cells that were collected from testicular tissue when he was a child.Wired - 4d -
Search for Missing US Soldiers in Lithuania Continues as Crews Work to Extract Vehicle
The search in dense, muddy swampland came after the U.S. Army vehicle disappeared in a waterlogged area on Tuesday.The New York Times - 4d -
US embassy in Syria tells Americans to leave, warns of 'potential imminent attacks'
The American embassy in Syria has warned all U.S. citizens to leave the country due to "the increased possibility of attacks" during the Eid al-Fitr holiday.ABC News - 4d -
Iran has rejected direct negotiations with the US in response to Trump's letter
Iran’s president says Tehran had rejected direct negotiations with the United States in response to a letter from President Donald Trump over its rapidly advancing nuclear programABC News - 2d -
Top US law firms balk at backing Perkins’ challenge to Trump sanctions
Legal industry split over whether to join amicus brief against president’s order for fear of retaliationFinancial Times - 2d -
Vote for the beast that may be as ruthlessly predatory as us – the fen raft spider
With a leg-span the size of your hand, the UK’s biggest spider, ultra-rare and known for its extraordinary hunting skills, has many admirers. More amazing nominations here! Meet an Olympian ...The Guardian - 2d -
South Carolina’s used to dominating. It’s been a narrower path to this Final Four
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — It’s become almost a norm around this time in the calendar for Dawn Staley and top-seeded South Carolina to gather at midcourt and accept trophies for their accomplishments. ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
These South Carolina stars are used to winning. But they know Final Four won't be easy
South Carolina women's basketball seniors Bree Hall and Sania Feagin have never not made a Final Four. They are still hungry for back-to-back titles.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Pistons-Timberwolves fight: Detroit vs. Everybody, just like it used to be
Any team seeing the Pistons on their schedule knows it's in for a long night again.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
The US government’s round-up of student protesters is genuinely shocking | Jameel Jaffer
These are the kinds of scenes we expect to see in the world’s most repressive regimes. And they won’t stop at foreign students. The defining feature of American democracy, you could be forgiven for ...The Guardian - 1d -
World braces itself as US tariff ‘liberation day’ draws near
No one knows what Trump will do — and at this moment that includes the president himselfFinancial Times - 1d -
Politicians criticise US efforts to make EU firms reverse diversity initiatives
Officials in France and Belgium hit out at ‘American interference’ amid growing transatlantic tensions. Europe live – latest updates Officials in France and Belgium have hit back at American ...The Guardian - 1d -
Aston Martin to raise more than £125mn amid US tariff threat
Luxury-car maker could face £30mn hit to gross profit due to Donald Trump’s looming 25% levyFinancial Times - 1d -
Starmer’s hopes wane for UK exemption from US tariffs
Britain has pushed for carve-out ahead of ‘liberation day’ on WednesdayFinancial Times - 1d -
3 missing US soldiers found dead, search continues for 4th soldier
Three of the four U.S. Army soldiers who went missing during a training mission were found dead on Monday, but the search is ongoing for the fourth soldier.ABC News - 1d -
Wrexham announce record revenue of £26.7m after boost in US popularity
More than half its turnover outside Europe in 2023-24 Filming continuing for fourth TV series about the club Wrexham’s increasing popularity in the United States helped the club secure record ...The Guardian - 1d -
Jalen Hood-Schifino using Sixers opportunity as audition for NBA future
Jalen Hood-Schifino opens up on his opportunity with the Philadelphia 76ers as he looks to make an audition for his NBA future.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Deep tech diplomacy: A US-Israel model for the age of AI
The U.S. and Israel should update their 2016 Memorandum of Understanding to reflect the changing geopolitical landscape and focus on joint technological development and supply chains, particularly ...The Hill - 1d -
US pledges $2 million for Myanmar quake, but China already filled the void
As U.S. experts head to Myanmar to assist in recovery from the Southeast Asia earthquake, teams from China are filling the void.ABC News - 1d -
Roof ripped off home as severe storms and tornadoes hit central US
Several states have been hit with heavy rain, hail and damaging winds, with storms expected to continue in some areas through Thursday.BBC News - 1d
