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German election winner Merz and center-left rivals start sounding out a possible coalition
Negotiators from German election winner Friedrich Merz’s conservative bloc and the center-left Social Democrats have started exploratory talks on a possible coalition governmentABC News - 18h -
Europe needs Friedrich Merz to succeed
The first moves by Germany’s chancellor-designate are bold and encouragingFinancial Times - 4d -
SAG Awards: Complete List of Winners
The thriller about choosing a new pope took home the top film prize, while Demi Moore and Timothée Chalamet won individual honors.The New York Times - 5d -
Who is Friedrich Merz and what’s in his in-tray?
Former banker almost certain to be Germany’s next chancellor faces testing domestic political and economic landscape – and then there’s Donald Trump. German election – latest updates Friedrich ...The Guardian - 5d -
Watch: Merz thanks voters as he is greeted with cheers
Christian Democrats leader Friedrich Merz thanks those who placed their trust in the party and him.BBC News - 5d -
Cometh the hour, cometh eventually Friedrich Merz
Expectations of Germany’s next chancellor are already sky-high but coalition talks will be toughFinancial Times - 5d -
Merz Appears Poised to Be Germany’s Next Chancellor
Exit polls suggest that Friedrich Merz, the candidate for the conservative Christian Democrats who has vowed to bring stronger leadership in Europe, will be Germany’s next leader. The hard-right ...The New York Times - 5d -
Germany election: Merz says it’s ‘five to midnight’ for Europe
Leader of victorious conservative alliance says continent must build defence capability as US moves towards ‘America alone’ motto. The man expected to be Germany’s next chancellor has said Europe ...The Guardian - 4d -
How will Germany’s Merz build his coalition government?
CDU leader has vowed to seal negotiations with the Social Democrats by AprilFinancial Times - 4d -
Elon Musk becomes a new power center at CPAC
Elon Musk stole the show at CPAC, a surprise guest who wielded a chainsaw to symbolize his government cuts.NBC News - Feb. 21 -
Kings' Two Future Centers Heading in Opposite Directions
While Quinton Byfield's ripe blossoming is gaining considerable attention in Los Angeles, I examine another equally important underlying story.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Rhiannon Giddens cancels 2025 Kennedy Center appearance
Award-winning singer-musician Rhiannon Giddens announced on Tuesday she is canceling her May performance at the Kennedy Center, the latest artist to seek distance from the institution in the wake ...The Hill - 2d -
Why Scam Centers in Southeast Asia Keep Flourishing
A China-led crackdown on online fraud rescued thousands from Myanmar this month. But this massive business of grift keeps growing.The New York Times - 1d -
Sky moving both Fever games to United Center
The Sky are moving both of their home games against the Fever to the United Center, marking the first WNBA games in the history of the 31-year-old venue.ESPN - 12h -
Andreeva becomes youngest WTA 1000 winner in Dubai
Mirra Andreeva makes history by becoming the youngest player to claim a WTA 1000 title after winning the Dubai Tennis Championships.BBC News - 6d -
Germany’s election winner pledges ‘independence from US’
Friedrich Merz says the Trump administration is ‘largely indifferent’ to Europe’s fateFinancial Times - 5d -
Oscars flashback: An Oscar for playing an Oscar winner
Cate Blanchett wins for 'The Aviator' — the first time a performer had won an Oscar for a portrayal of a previous Oscar winner.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
Meet the seven marathons on seven continents winner
Paul Holborn had never completed a marathon before signing up for the event 19 months ago.BBC News - 4d -
Oscars 2025: The quirks, record breakers and possible winners
When was the last time two musicals were up for best picture? And could Adrien Brody break a record?BBC News - 4d -
Who is Friedrich Merz, the favorite to become Germany's new chancellor?
Friedrich Merz, who is poised to become Germany's chancellor in a CDU-led government, has extensive experience as a lawyer and working with major corporations.CNBC - Feb. 20 -
Germany’s Merz says Europe can no longer rely on US protection
Frontrunner for chancellor suggests possible nuclear co-operation with the UK and FranceFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
German election as it happened: Friedrich Merz set to become chancellor
Christian Democrats secure under 30 per cent of vote, while far-right AfD comes in historic second placeFinancial Times - 5d -
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Debt and defence headache for Merz after AfD and far left make gains
Election winner could struggle to reform strict borrowing rules due to opposition in next parliamentFinancial Times - 5d -
German Election 2025: Friedrich Merz Appears Poised to Be Next Chancellor
The Christian Democrat, who appeared to have a path to a stable governing coalition, hopes to lead Europe’s response to President Trump’s reshuffling of alliances.The New York Times - 5d -
Friedrich Merz: Risk-taker who flirted with far right
The leader of the Christian Democratic Union is now in pole position to become Germany's next chancellor.BBC News - 4d -
FirstFT: Germany’s Friedrich Merz pledges ‘independence from US’
Also in today’s newsletter, staff revolt at FTI and Apple’s DEI and OpenAI initiatives under fireFinancial Times - 4d -
Who Is Friedrich Merz, the Man Poised to Be Germany’s Next Chancellor?
Friedrich Merz, head of the conservative Christian Democrats, has vowed to bring stronger leadership to Europe, where the new Trump administration has sowed anxiety.The New York Times - 4d -
Germany: Merz says it’s ‘five to midnight’ for Europe and calls for unity – live
Most likely next German chancellor warns against rise of far right and says he intends to form new government by Easter. German election 2025: results in full Guten Morgen aus Berlin, . In ...The Guardian - 4d -
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Who is Friedrich Merz, the man on course to lead Germany after its election?
Friedrich Merz has vowed to prioritize European unity and the continent's security as it grapples with the new Trump administration and Russia's war on Ukraine.CBS News - 4d -
Merz examines using outgoing parliament to loosen debt brake
German election winner says he will hold talks with other parties to adopt constitutional change in next 30 daysFinancial Times - 4d -
The Guardian view on Germany’s election result: Merz’s task is formidable | Editorial
The victorious CDU leader is likely to be more proactive on the European stage. He will also need to forge broad alliances at home to see off the far right. Friedrich Merz, the leader of Germany’s ...The Guardian - 4d -
How Friedrich Merz Will Try to Lead Europe Despite a Weakened Hand
The likely next chancellor is unpopular, and his country’s economy has stalled. But his penchant for risks could help lead to a European showdown with President Trump.The New York Times - 4d -
Merz’s all-male team photo revives question of gender equality in Germany
Image posted on social media rekindles idea that prospective new chancellor has a Frauenproblem . Six beaming election winners huddled around a table and not a woman among them: a viral social ...The Guardian - 2d -
Germany’s Merz in ‘difficult’ talks over plans to boost defence spending
Debate over multibillion-Euro top-up to military fund is playing a central role in exploratory coalition discussionsFinancial Times - 23h -
'It's this act of love.' The village behind Lauren Halsey's community center
We reached out to the people in Halsey's universe who have seen her through the process of creating the Summaeverythang Community Center and are helping make it happen.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 19 -
Trump administration fires workers at NIH Alzheimer's research center
The center's incoming director was among those terminated.ABC News - 6d -
The research note that’s raising eyebrows: Microsoft reportedly is cancelling data-center leases.
Is Microsoft starting to have doubts after artificial-intelligence demand?MarketWatch - 4d
