Top Appropriators Near Government Funding Deal Ahead of Shutdown Cliff

Could Starmer's regulation shake-up mean a 'bonfire of the quangos'?

The PM will pledge to slash the costs of regulation with an "active government" in a speech later.

BBC News - 4d

D.C. Is Becoming Another Hollowed-Out Company Town

The government tried to save Detroit. Now it’s letting Washington wither.

The New York Times - 4d

The Trump team administering economic shock therapy

Also in today’s newsletter, government spending hit a record high last month

Financial Times - 4d

Treasury Secretary Bessent says a 'detox' period for the economy does not have to be a recession

The Trump administration is aiming for a "smooth transition" as it looks for ways to cut government spending.

CNBC - 3d

Make public service work again

Too many of this government’s proposals introduce the kind of regulation the PM professes to hate

Financial Times - 2d

DeepSeek scared away some AI funders. But this wealthy backer is ready to spend.

Why government — not business — will see that AI startups get the money they need.

MarketWatch - 1d

Conservatives push for ban on phones in schools

Opposition says it will attempt to amend a Labour government bill to include the ban.

BBC News - 1d

Young Americans lose trust in the state

Gallup poll highlights that confidence in the apparatus of government has fallen dramatically

Financial Times - 11h

Trump says he’ll protect women but fails the Tate test

Why is the U.S. government going out of its way to help this guy?

The Hill - 1h

PJ Haggerty scores career-high 42 points for No. 16 Memphis in 83-80 win over Wichita State

PJ Haggerty scored a career-high 42 points and led the go-ahead run for 16th-ranked Memphis in an 83-80 win over Wichita State in a quarterfinal game at the American Athletic Conference tournament ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Jakucionis' 3-pointer completes Illinois' rally for 88-80 win over No. 18 Purdue

Kasparas Jakucionis hit a 3-pointer with 40 seconds left to put Illinois ahead for good, and the Illini rallied past No. 18 Purdue 88-80

ABC News - Mar. 8

Israeli airstrike kills 2 in southern Gaza amid push for ceasefire extension

An Israeli airstrike killed two Palestinians in Rafah in Gaza on Saturday as mediators pushed ahead with talks to extend a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

NBC News - Mar. 8

Bookmakers dinner: An exclusive seat at the table with legends of Las Vegas

Every year during the week of the Super Bowl, some of the most legendary bookmakers come together for a meal, to share stories and to think about what's ahead.

ESPN - Mar. 9

Wirtz among trio of key injuries for Leverkusen

Bayer Leverkusen is fretting about the fitness of three key players ahead of its Champions League match against Bayern Munich on Tuesday.

ESPN - Mar. 9

Takeda shoots blistering 64 for second LPGA title

Rio Takeda shot a blistering 8-under 64 to win the LPGA's Blue Bay tournament by six shots ahead of Minjee Lee.

ESPN - Mar. 10

Japan to Send Trade Minister to the U.S. Amid Tariff Tensions

The minister, Yoji Muto, is expected to negotiate with U.S. officials ahead of global tariffs that could damage Japanese businesses, including automotive giants.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Greenland's leader says Trump's threats are fueling mistrust of U.S.

Ahead of Greenland's election, its prime minister says Trump's rhetoric makes residents less inclined to accept his offer "to be a part of" the U.S.

CBS News - Mar. 10

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President Trump hints at more tariffs ahead as concerns grow over possible recession; U.S. tanker collides with a cargo ship off of U.K. coast.

CBS News - 6d

Moscow and region hit by 'massive' drone attack - Russian officials

At least one person is killed in the overnight attack Russian officials say - coming hours ahead of key talks between the US and Ukraine in Riyadh.

BBC News - 6d

Volkswagen’s Profit Under Pressure From Tariffs and Competition

The German auto giant’s earnings fell last year as it pushed ahead with a restructuring in the face of tariff uncertainty in the United States and lost market share in China.

The New York Times - 5d

Steve Kornacki: Can Republicans build on Trump’s momentum in Wisconsin?

NBC News National Political Correspondent Steve Kornacki joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss Wisconsin's shifting electorate ahead of the state's Supreme Court election.

NBC News - 5d

Nathy Peluso has found her musical language

The Latin Grammy-winning Argentine singer behind the album "Grasa" spoke to De Los ahead of her March 15 show at the Novo.

Los Angeles Times - 5d

Trump Pulls Back Plans to Double Canadian Metal Tariffs After Ontario Relents

The president had threatened to hit Canadian metals with 50 percent tariffs but opted not to go ahead after Ontario lifted a charge on U.S. electricity.

The New York Times - 5d

Jeff Bezos Says Identifying Your Hidden Strengths Is Key to Success. Here Are 15 Questions to Find Yours

Jeff Bezos, physicists, and an Academy Award winner all say identifying your hidden strengths helps you get ahead. These questions can help.

Inc. - 4d

Trump's economic troubles put Republicans on the defensive

President Donald Trump's full-speed-ahead approach to making radical change has forced his allies to fight from a defensive posture.

NBC News - 4d

Dollar General says some customers can no longer afford staples

Dollar General's core customer base of low-income Americans are still getting hit by inflation, with retailer seeing little improvement ahead.

CBS News - 3d

Ryan Kalkbrenner rallies Creighton past DePaul 85-81 in 2OT in Big East Tournament quarterfinal

Ryan Kalkbrenner had 32 points and scored the go-ahead basket in the second overtime after Creighton scored the final 11 points in regulation.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Tennessee basketball vs Texas score in 2025 SEC Tournament: Live updates, how to watch

It’s Tennessee vs Texas in the 2025 SEC Tournament quarterfinals, ahead of March Madness. Follow for live score updates, game highlights, how to watch.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Arsenal now in contact with reps of attacker Mikel Arteta really likes – journalist

Arsenal are in contact with the representatives of Athletic Bilbao forward Nico Williams ahead of the summer transfer window, according to German journalist Christian Falk.However, the Gunners will ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

D.C. housing market shows signs of cracks amid mass federal layoffs

The supply of homes for sale across the nation always rises ahead of the busy spring market, but the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area is seeing an outsized increase, according to Realtor.com.

NBC News - 2d

Josh Hart says Knicks are ‘moving on’ from Draymond Green’s comments about Karl-Anthony Towns

Ahead of the Knicks-Warriors game on Saturday, Josh Hart was asked about Draymond Green's comments about Karl-Anthony Towns and was civil but insightful.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

This LPGA rookie, a two-time SEC champ, leads tour in driving distance

The Spaniard's average of 287.25 is two yards ahead of Germany's Polly Mack. They're the only two players currently above the 280 mark.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Will Cooper Flagg be ready for the NCAA Tournament? Duke basketball's Jon Scheyer gives update

Following Duke basketball's ACC Tournament championship, head coach Jon Scheyer provided an update on Cooper Flagg ahead of the NCAA Tournament.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Auburn basketball's NCAA Tournament résumé, bracketology projections before Selection Sunday

After it got bounced from the SEC Tournament on Saturday, here's where Auburn basketball's SEC Tournament odds stand ahead of Selection Sunday.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Democrats stumble in race for Senate

Democrats are stumbling out of the gate ahead of the Senate elections in 2026, with early retirements stacking the odds against them in the battle for a majority they lost in November’s elections. ...

The Hill - 1d