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BBC & ITV agree new four-year Six Nations rights deal
The BBC and ITV agree a new four-year deal for the Men's Six Nations to remain on free-to-air TV until 2029.BBC News - 18h -
Eagles agree to a one-year deal with versatile return man Avery Williams
Eagles agree to a one-year deal with versatile return man Avery Williams after parting ways with Britain CoveyYahoo Sports - 15h -
Former Patriots QB re-signs with Chiefs on one-year deal
Former New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe reportedly signed a one-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs.Yahoo Sports - 11h -
Former Eagles offensive guard Mekhi Becton signs deal with the Chargers
The Eagles had another key starter exit in free agency as Mekhi Becton has agreed to a deal with the Los Angeles Chargers.Yahoo Sports - 6h -
Eye Opener: Russia rejects ceasefire deal
Russia rejected a European-led ceasefire deal that would have ended the war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, the Trump administration announced it is cancelling $400 million in grants to Columbia University. ...CBS News - 6d -
Sources: Vikes keep RB Jones with $20M deal
Running back Aaron Jones is re-signing with the Vikings on a two-year, $20 million deal that includes $13 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.ESPN - 4d -
Sources: Mack returns to Chargers on $18M deal
The Los Angeles Chargers and Khalil Mack, former NFL Defensive Player of the Year, have agreed to a one-year fully guaranteed $18 million deal, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.ESPN - 4d -
Sources: Godwin returns to Bucs on 3-year deal
Chris Godwin, who had the most receptions through the first seven weeks of the 2024 season before getting hurt, has reached a deal with the Bucs, the team said.ESPN - 3d -
Sources: Panthers' Horn gets historic deal for DB
Jaycee Horn has reached a four-year deal that averages $25 million per season, making him the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history, sources told ESPN.ESPN - 3d -
Broncos get their TE with 2-year deal for Engram
Two-time Pro Bowl tight end Evan Engram, who had 47 catches for 365 yards in injury-riddled 2024 season with Jaguars, has a 2-year deal with the Broncos.ESPN - 2d -
Postal Service signs cost-cutting deal with DOGE
The United States Postal Service said it has signed a deal with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to cut costs at the agency. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy told congressional leaders ...The Hill - 1d -
Roche takes big step in weight-loss field with $5.3 billion deal. Novo Nordisk shares fall.
Swiss drugmaker Roche on Wednesday announced a major deal in the weight-loss category, agreeing to pay up to $5.3 billion to Zealand Pharma in a licensing and development deal.MarketWatch - 2d -
Alzheimer’s research centers face Trump-imposed $65m funding delay across the US
Researchers report difficulties retaining staff as White House cost-cutting stresses US medical research system. Major Alzheimer’s disease research centers across the country face a $65m funding ...The Guardian - 5d -
DOJ drug, organized crime task force chief fired
The head of a Justice Department task force dealing with organized crime and drug trafficking was fired by the Trump administration Friday, and he indicated he believes politics may have played a ...The Hill - 4d -
Chiefs signing DL Jerry Tillery and bringing back RB Kareem Hunt, AP source says
The Chiefs are signing defensive lineman Jerry Tillery and bringing back running back Kareem Hunt, who stepped in last season and helped them reach the Super Bowl, two people familiar with the ...Yahoo Sports - 12h -
‘Calm today, but turbulence ahead’: U.S. job openings show stable labor market ahead of Trump job cuts and tariffs
Job openings in the U.S. rose slightly in January, but far fewer companies are hiring compared with a few years ago, and it’s taking people a lot longer to find work.MarketWatch - 3d -
Senate Democratic leadership split on funding bill
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Senate Democrats' impending choice: Shutdown or surrender
House Democrats say they won't vote for the House GOP's spending plan. Democrats across the Capitol aren't so sure.Politico - Mar. 7 -
Internet shutdowns at record high in Africa as access ‘weaponised’
More governments seeking to keep millions of people offline amid conflicts, protests and political instability. Digital blackouts reached a record high in 2024 in Africa as more governments sought ...The Guardian - 6d -
Capitol agenda: Johnson’s shutdown dare for Schumer
Politico - 4d -
Senate Democrats take stock of their shutdown pickle
Politico - 2d -
Senate Dems form plan to avoid a shutdown
Politico - 2d -
Democrats look to save face in shutdown battle
Senate Democrats say privately that they will not allow the government to shut down on Saturday, despite growing pressure from activists and liberal lawmakers who want them to kill a GOP-crafted ...The Hill - 2d -
Putin’s Cease-Fire Demands, and a Democratic Flip on the Shutdown
Plus, two astronauts’ long wait for a ride home.The New York Times - 22h -
US stocks rebound as government shutdown fears recede
Wall Street ending bruising week on front foot, but worries about economic impact of tariffs lingerFinancial Times - 13h -
Liverpool go back in time by signing £60m-a-season kit deal with Adidas
Club wore Adidas from 1985-1996 and from 2006-2012 Deal starts in August and ends partnership with Nike Liverpool have signed a multi-year kit deal with Adidas believed to be worth £60m a ...The Guardian - 4d -
Sources: Seahawks DT Reed back on 3-year deal
Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Jarran Reed is returning to the team on a three-year deal worth up to $25 million, sources told ESPN.ESPN - 5d -
Rams to sign ex-All-Pro WR Adams to 2-year deal
Six-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Davante Adams agreed to a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Rams, the team announced Sunday.ESPN - 4d -
Source: Ex-Chiefs S Reid to Saints on 3-year deal
Safety Justin Reid is returning home to Louisiana after agreeing to a three-year, $31.5 million deal with the Saints, a source told ESPN.ESPN - 3d -
Ex-Eagles CB Slay joins Steelers on 1-year deal
Darius Slay Jr. has agreed to a one-year, fully guaranteed $10 million deal with the Steelers, the veteran CB's agents told ESPN.ESPN - 2d -
'Pokémon Go' sells to Saudi-backed Scopely in $3.5-billion deal
Scopely, a mobile game company, will purchase 'Pokémon Go' and other games from developer Niantic in a deal worth $3.5 billion, the companies announced Wednesday.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Wide receiver Mike Williams is heading back to Chargers on one-year deal
Wide receiver Mike Williams, who was cut by the Chargers just last year in a move to get under the salary cap, is returning to the team on a one-year deal.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Eagles agree to deal with former Giants CB Adoree' Jackson
On Thursday, the Eagles added a veteran cornerback to the mix, agreeing to a deal with former Titans and Giants cornerback Adoree' Jackson Jordan Schultz reportsYahoo Sports - 1d -
Eagles agree to a one-year deal with veteran long-snapper Charley Hughlett
The Rick Lovato era appears to be over in Philadelphia after the Eagles agreed to a one-year deal with veteran long-snapper Charley HughlettYahoo Sports - 18h -
How to Spend Less Time on Social Media (or Leave It Altogether)
If you’re feeling overwhelmed but don’t quite have the willpower to curb your online habit, your phone can help you manage your time online.The New York Times - 2d -
In Japan, a Journalist Takes a Stand by Striking Out on His Own
Makoto Watanabe quit a major newspaper after it retracted a scoop. Now he runs an investigative nonprofit that does not shy away from challenging authority.The New York Times - 1d -
Source: Dodgers, Roberts agree on 4-year deal
Manager Dave Roberts and the Los Angeles Dodgers are in agreement on a four-year extension that will set an MLB record for average annual value, a source told ESPN on Monday, a deal that will run ...ESPN - 4d -
Comedian of Trump rally fame gets Netflix deal
Tony Hinchcliffe, the comedian who made multiple controversial jokes at a Trump rally in October, has received a Netflix deal. “Kill Tony is coming to Netflix. We're teaming up with Tony ...The Hill - 4d -
Is euro-dollar parity now off the cards?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week aheadFinancial Times - 5d -
Female founders in game companies got 12.1% of game VC deals in 2024 | The DeanBeat (updated)
In the male-dominated landscape of game startups, women were only 0.11 percent of the game VC deal value in 2024.VentureBeat - Mar. 7
