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Democratic Attorneys General Sue Over Gutting of Education Department
The Trump administration cut about half the agency’s work force, saying the move would enable it to deliver services more effectively. The attorneys general called the layoffs “reckless and illegal.”The New York Times - 2d -
GOP plan to avoid a partial shutdown gains support from a crucial Democrat
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, a New York Democrat, says he supports voting for a GOP plan that would avoid a partial government shutdown. It's not clear how many Senate Democrats will join ...CBS News - 1d -
Fowler: Reaching League Cup final with this group is ‘special’
Mary Fowler says winning the League Cup with City would feel particularly special given the tight-knit nature of the squad.The bulk of the current City team has remained relatively intact over the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Middleton 'settled' and 'definitely' open to United stay
Dundee United winger Glenn Middleton says he "definitely" would be keen to extend his stay at the club, adding it has been a "privilege" to be part of the Tangerines' dressing room. The ...Yahoo Sports - 18h -
Younger Xhekaj Makes Rocket History
Arber Xhekaj’s younger brother Florian is currently playing his first year of professional hockey with the Laval Rocket, and to say the 101st pick at the 2023 draft is having a good season would be ...Yahoo Sports - 17h -
Tim Walz says he and Harris were too ‘safe’ during 2024 presidential campaign
Former vice-presidential candidate claims pair should have held more in-person events around the US. Tim Walz has said he and Kamala Harris were too “safe” during their 2024 election campaign, with ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
More than 1,000 people killed in two days of clashes in Syria, war monitor says
About 745 civilians among those killed in fighting in Latakia province between security forces and fighters loyal to former president Assad. More than 1,000 people, including 745 civilians, were ...The Guardian - 6d -
Fired special counsel says he was preparing push to return all fired probationary employees to their job
Former special counsel Hampton Dellinger said he was planning to pursue legal action to restore all fired probationary workers back to their posts before a court failed to keep him in his role. ...The Hill - 4d -
Micah Parsons starts social media spat after DeMarcus Lawrence says Cowboys can't win Super Bowl
Star pass rusher Micah Parsons of the Cowboys and now-former teammate DeMarcus Lawrence traded barbs on social media after Lawrence said he chose Seattle in free agency in part because he was never ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Post-COVID, West End Theatres See Major Windfalls. Broadway Can’t Keep Up
Ticket sales have rebounded and then some in West End theatres after the pandemic.Inc. - 10h -
Watch: Jimmy Butler hits deep buzzer-beater to end first quarter vs. Knicks
Jimmy Butler ended the first quarter against the Knicks with a deep buzzer-beater.Yahoo Sports - 6h -
Former MLB pitcher Art Schallock dies at 100
Art Schallock, former pitcher for the New York Yankees, has died at the age of 100. Before his death, he was the oldest surviving major leaguer. Maurice DuBois and John Dickerson have more.CBS News - 5d -
Plants, animals and insects come to Britain from all over the world. It would be a mistake to welcome them all | Tim Blackburn
Biodiversity is great in theory, but there are reasons to fend off invasive species and the knock-on effect of their presence. Britain would be a wasteland if it weren’t for immigration. Fifteen ...The Guardian - 5d -
Alan Simpson, former Wyoming senator, dies at 93
Former Sen. Alan Simpson of Wyoming died Friday at the age of 93. Simpson was from a bygone era: A conservative who supported gay rights and said abortion was so personal men shouldn't even have a ...CBS News - 1d -
India’s official Oscar entry, which failed to make the cut, wins big at major Bollywood awards show
The film that was submitted as India’s official Oscar entry but failed to make the final list of nominees has swept the International Indian Film Academy AwardsABC News - 6d -
U.S. and Ukrainian officials meet for first time since Oval Office spat, but Zelenskyy stays away
U.S. and Ukrainian officials are meeting in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, marking the first time the two parties have met since the spectacular Oval Office spat.CNBC - 4d -
Haitian immigrants grapple with uncertainty as TPS end date looms
The decision to end temporary protected status for 500,000 Haitians living in the U.S. may force most of them to return to a country in crisis.NBC News - Mar. 8 -
Dominant France win ends Ireland's Grand Slam hopes
Watch highlights as France beat Ireland 42-27 to end Irish Grand Slam hopes and go top of the Six Nations table.BBC News - Mar. 8 -
Unwell Palmer misses first pen, 100% record ends
Cole Palmer's perfect penalty record came to an end when his spot kick was saved by goalkeeper Mads Hermansen during Chelsea's clash with Leicester City.ESPN - 6d -
Young people who aspired to government service dismayed by end of fellows program
Young people who aspired to federal government service are dismayed by President Donald Trump ending a program created to entice highly qualified workers to join the governmentABC News - 5d -
Southwest Airlines ending free checked bags policy for many passengers
Southwest Airlines is ending its free checked bags policy for many passengers. Some experts think customer loyalty could suffer.CBS News - 4d -
Trump takes his plan to end birthright citizenship to the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Thursday to narrow nationwide injunctions that have blocked the president’s plan to end automatic birthright citizenship.NBC News - 2d -
China, Russia and Iran call for end to US sanctions and the restart of nuclear talks
Representatives of China, Russia and Iran called for an end to U.S. sanctions on Iran over its rapidly advancing nuclear program and a restart to multinational talks on the issueABC News - 2d -
Russia, China seek end to U.S. sanctions on Iran, resumption of nuclear talks
Representatives of China, Russia and Iran called Friday for an end to U.S. sanctions on Iran over its rapidly advancing nuclear program and a restart to multinational talks on the issue.CBS News - 1d -
England match like Wales' World Cup final - George
England vice-captain Jamie George says the Six Nations finale in Cardiff will be like a "World Cup final" for Wales as they seek to end a 16-match losing streak.BBC News - 5d -
What led up to Ukraine's willingness to accept 30-day ceasefire
After an 8-hour meeting with Trump administration officials in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, Ukraine said it is ready to accept a U.S. proposal for a ceasefire with Russia. CBS News foreign ...CBS News - 4d -
Whistleblower sheds light on Trump's purge at Justice Department
Stacey Young, an 18-year veteran of the Justice Department who resigned a few weeks ago, is now leading a group of former officials helping those still inside the department facing demotions or ...CBS News - 3d -
UFC Fight Night 254 weigh-in results, live video stream (noon ET)
LAS VEGAS – MMA Junkie is on scene and reporting live from Friday's official UFC Fight Night 254 (ESPN+) fighter weigh-ins at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, which kick off at noon ET (9 a.m. PT). Among ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
UFC Fight Night 254 video: Marvin Vettori, Roman Dolidze make weight in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS – The main event for the UFC's last of three straight weeks in "Sin City" is official after the headliners made weight Friday. Ahead of UFC Fight Night 254 (ESPN+), which takes place ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Senate begins voting to advance bill to fund government
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) announced Friday afternoon that the Senate would begin voting immediately on a procedural motion to end debate on a House-passed bill to fund the ...The Hill - 1d -
Shaheen needles Scott Brown over potential GOP Senate bid
New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D) needled her former rival Scott Brown over his status as a former Massachusetts senator on Wednesday as he weighs a bid to replace her in the Senate. “You ...The Hill - 3d -
Almost 290,000 properties without power as ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred brings dangerous rain
South-east Queensland and northern NSW struggle to recover amid heavy downpours and flash flooding. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Swathes of south-east ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Experts warn against dangerous misconception about rising cost of groceries — here's what you need to know
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The Guardian view on Modi redrawing India’s electoral map: deepening a dangerous north-south divide| Editorial
The Hindu nationalist prime minister’s push could shift power northward to his political advantage but risks escalating political tensions. When Narendra Modi’s alliance won a narrow majority in ...The Guardian - 6d -
No Other Land director calls Florida mayor’s campaign against his film ‘very dangerous’
Israeli Oscar-winner Yuval Abraham speaks out after Miami Beach mayor proposed evicting a local cinema for screening the Palestinian-focused documentary. The Israeli director of No Other Land has ...The Guardian - 2d -
Ireland players in danger of blowing Lions chances after poor Six Nations display against Italy
What a difference in the way we view this Ireland side compared to just a fortnight ago. At the halfway point of the tournament, a Grand Slam felt realistic and Andy Farrell’s touring party for the ...Yahoo Sports - 13h -
Former Treasury secretary on Trump's tariffs: 'People are overreacting a bit'
Former Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin believes that the economy is not in trouble and that people are overreacting to the new administration's policy changes.The Hill - 3d -
Bears to sign former Commanders WR Olamide Zaccheaus to 1-year deal
The Bears are signing former Washington Commanders wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus to a one-year deal, according to Tom PelisseroYahoo Sports - 2d -
Patriots reportedly signing former first-round draft pick edge rusher
The New England Patriots are reportedly signing former first-round draft pick K'Lavon Chaisson to a one-year deal.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Former LSU offensive lineman Will Clapp signs with New Orleans Saints
A former LSU football offensive linemen signed with the New Orleans Saints marking a return to his hometown teamYahoo Sports - 2d