Balatro and others re-rated by PEGI after successful appeal, prompting a rule revision

Yankees update facial hair policy: What other teams have had unusual rules and restrictions?

Between the Cincinnati Reds' hair policy and the Chicago Bulls' headband ban, the Yankees aren't the only ones with a history of antiquated rules.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

USAID placing thousands on administrative leave after judge ruling

All USAID direct hires deemed non-essential will be placed on administrative leave at 11:59 p.m. ET Sunday.

CBS News - 1d

A.I. Is Prompting an Evolution, Not an Extinction, for Coders

A.I. tools from Microsoft and other companies are helping write code, placing software engineers at the forefront of the technology’s potential to disrupt the work force.

The New York Times - 4d

Balatro - Game Pass Announcement Trailer

Balatro is available on Xbox Game Pass starting today! This release comes alongside the 4th "Friends of Jimbo" update, bringing exciting new collaborations with titles like Critical Role, Bugsnax, ...

GameSpot - 6h

The Timeless Appeal of Puerto Vallarta

In the 1960s, Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor hid away in what was a bucolic town on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Decades later, a writer discovered why.

The New York Times - Feb. 17

History of Yankees' no-beard policy: George Steinbrenner's facial hair rules changed after nearly 50 years

Steinbrenner's son, Hal, announced a major change on Friday morning

CBS Sports - 3d

Johnny Damon, Gerrit Cole and other MLB players who cut their hair after joining the Yankees

The Yankees' long-standing facial hair policy was changed Friday, owner Hal Steinbrenner announced.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

U.S. Pressing Tough Demands in Revised Deal for Ukraine’s Minerals

The Trump administration wants revenues from Ukraine’s natural resources, according to a draft obtained by The New York Times, with no security guarantee in exchange.

The New York Times - 2d

How the Charter Revision Commission Is Tackling the NYC Housing Crisis

The Charter Revision Commission, created by Mayor Eric Adams, could give New Yorkers a rare chance to decide how the city deals with the housing crisis.

The New York Times - 1d

DOGE cuts at health agencies prompt 'brain drain' fears

The Trump administration's effort to reshape the federal government through Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is raising fears among public health experts, researchers ...

The Hill - 1d

Balatro Is Now On Game Pass With New Fallout And Assassin's Creed Collaborations

LocalThunk has revealed that Balatro is now on Game Pass for Xbox and PC, along with the fourth Friends of Jimbo pack. This pack includes collaborations with Fallout, Assassin's Creed, and more.. ...

GameSpot - 6h

Madrid appeal over Bellingham ban dismissed

The Appeals Committee of the Spanish Football Federation on Friday dismissed Real Madrid's appeal against Jude Bellingham's two-match ban.

ESPN - 3d

More than 40,000 items knitted for Ukraine appeal

Yahoo News - 1d

5 Secrets to a Successful Agency Partnership

Insights on avoiding pitfalls when collaborating with an agency.

Inc. - 5d

Jenni Hermoso to appeal against World Cup kiss case verdict

Luis Rubiales was found guilty of kissing player Jenni Hermoso without her consent and fined €10,800.

BBC News - 3d

New L.A. Prosecutor Approaches Menendez Brothers’ Appeal With Skepticism

Lyle and Erik Menendez have pursued several legal avenues to be released after serving more than 30 years in prison for killing their parents.

The New York Times - 3d

Rubiales fails in CAS appeal of three-year FIFA ban

The highest court in global sport dismissed an appeal by former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales on Friday after he was banned from any football-related activity.

ESPN - 2d

Children of UK couple detained in Afghanistan appeal to Taliban for their release

Yahoo News - 1d

Why Being Trustworthy Is a Leadership Hack That Drives Success

Leaders who cultivate trust can significantly reduce employee churn and improve organizational performance.

Inc. - 4d

Here's why Chinese warships near Australia and New Zealand have prompted alarm

An unusual series of military exercises by Chinese warships in the sea between Australia and New Zealand has prompted reproval from leaders in both countries about the amount of warning given

ABC News - 15h

Balatro's Confusing Rating Finally Changed, Leads To Europe Changing How It Rates Gambling Games

The PEGI board has announced that it has reversed its decision to classify Balatro with a PEGI 18 rating and will instead have a PEGI 12 rating. The game has a E10+ rating in North America, making ...

GameSpot - 9h

Eight investment rules to live and die by

My father enjoyed a long retirement on a modest pension — here’s how he did it

Financial Times - 3d

This Is Our Country, and We Have No Other

How long can Ukraine stand? For as long as Ukrainian soldiers, bent over from the extreme pressure, can hold on.

The New York Times - 1d

Crunchbase’s AI can predict startup success with 95% accuracy—will it change investing?

Crunchbase pivots to AI-powered predictions engine with 95% accuracy for startup funding rounds, abandoning historical data in favor of predictive intelligence that forecasts acquisitions and ...

VentureBeat - 5d

'I never retired' - Root eyes more ODI success with England

Joe Root speaks to BBC Sport about England's form, his 50-over future and past World Cup failure before England's Champions Trophy opener.

BBC News - 3d

WATCH: 1st successful open heart surgery performed during birth

"GMA" shares an exclusive story for American Heart Month about a groundbreaking procedure that involves open heart surgery on a baby while he was being born.

ABC News - 3d

Will Starbucks’s Turnaround Be Successful? It All Comes Down to 1 Sentence

CEO Brian Niccol is trying to turn around Starbucks. Is his best bet following the Barnes & Noble playbook?

Inc. - 2d

Prendergast kicks Ireland to triple crown success against spirited Wales

Wales 18-27 Ireland Visitors fight back to overturn eight-point deficit The triple crown belongs to Ireland. The champions’ grand slam attempt remains alive, and Simon Easterby’s supremely ...

The Guardian - 2d

'Captain America' dives in second weekend, 'The Monkey' adds to Neon's successes

“Captain America: Brave New World” soared on opening weekend, but crash-landed in its second go-around with audiences

ABC News - 1d

'Captain America' dives in second weekend, 'The Monkey' adds to Neon's successes

“Captain America: Brave New World” soared on opening weekend, but crash-landed in its second go-around with audiences.

NBC News - 15h

“No Other Land” Is the Oscar-Nominated Film That No Studio Will Touch

“No Other Land,” about the destruction of a village in the occupied West Bank, is one of the year’s most acclaimed films. Still, U.S. studios are unwilling to distribute it.

The New York Times - 5d

Birkenstock Loses Copyright Battle in German Court Ruling

The famous sandal company lost a battle over copyright law, leaving room for imitations to spawn.

The New York Times - 4d

'It was time': Yanks welcome new facial-hair rule

New closer Devin Williams and several former Yankees stars helped nudge owner Hal Steinbrenner into changing the franchise's decades-old policy on facial hair.

ESPN - 2d

Firing of Joint Chiefs Chairman and Others Draws Criticism

Democratic lawmakers and retired military officers expressed concern about the politicization of the military under President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

The New York Times - 2d

How a low-profile federal board could host appeals for thousands of fired government workers

Thousands of federal workers fired in recent days by the Trump administration may be able to use an appeals process to get reinstated in their jobs — and potentially receive back pay.

NBC News - 15h

KCAL journalist Chauncy Glover's cause of death revealed, ruled an accident

Chauncy Glover died accidentally after a mix of the chemical chlorethane and methamphetamine were found in the KCAL anchor's system, the medical examiner says.

Los Angeles Times - 5d

Niger junta to consider proposal for 5-year transition to non-military rule

Niger’s National Conference has submitted a proposal to return the country to non-military rule after a five-year transition period during which the current military government will stay in power

ABC News - 4d

Trump administration can continue mass firings of federal workers, judge rules

US judge rejects bid by group of labor unions to halt president’s government overhaul through Musk-led ‘Doge’. The Trump administration can for now continue its mass firings of federal employees, ...

The Guardian - 4d

NYC Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case will continue for now, judge rules

A federal judge will not immediately drop the corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams and has appointed outside attorney Paul Clement to argue before the court. CBS News' Jake ...

CBS News - 3d

Balatro and others re-rated by PEGI after successful appeal, prompting a rule revision

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