Millions Face Council Tax Rise of More Than 5

Who would want to be a museum patron in our age of scrutiny?

Protests have led to donors’ names being scrubbed from gallery walls — but private money is needed now more than ever

Financial Times - Mar. 8

Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Law Banning Conversion Therapy

Colorado, like more than 20 other states, bars licensed therapists from trying to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of minors in their care.

The New York Times - 5d

Lawmakers urge Trump administration to cancel owl-killing plan

A bipartisan group of lawmakers urge the Trump administration to scrap plans to kill more than 450,000 invasive barred owls in West Coast forests in coming decades

ABC News - 5d

New York fires 2,000 prison guards who refuse to return to work after wildcat strike

New York fired more than 2,000 prison guards Monday for failing to return to work after a weekslong wildcat strike that crippled the state’s correctional system.

NBC News - 4d

Apple Paused a Big Update to Siri and Fessed Up to Its Woes. It’s a Lesson for All Innovators

Apple lags behind its peers in releasing more sophisticated AI. The tech giant just admitted it’s proving a harder nut to crack than first expected.

Inc. - 4d

How a hidden benefit of a Wells Fargo asset cap removal could save the bank billions

The bank paid $2.5 billion more in remediation efforts in 2023 than in 2018, which was a year before Charlie Scharf became CEO.

CNBC - 4d

Man Utd to leave Old Trafford for new stadium

Manchester United have officially announced plans to leave Old Trafford, their home for more than 100 years, and move into a new stadium.

ESPN - 4d

West Texas measles outbreak spreads into Oklahoma

Oklahoma reported two measles cases on Tuesday linked to the outbreak in Texas. More than 250 people have been infected in the outbreak so far.

NBC News - 4d

This step is ‘really important’ if you plan to sell your home in 2025, economist says

Selling your house takes more than just putting up a “for sale” sign. Getting the right asking price is a really important step, experts say.

CNBC - 3d

Canada to impose 25% retaliatory tariffs on $21 billion worth of U.S. goods

Canada will impose 25% tariffs on more than $20 billion worth of U.S. goods in retaliation for the Trump administration's steel and aluminum duties.

CNBC - 3d

NOAA braces for mass layoffs, fueling concerns about lifesaving weather services

NOAA is preparing to lay off more than 1,000 workers as part of the Trump administration's mandate for agencies to prepare "reductions in force," according to sources.

ABC News - 3d

Putin says he supports ceasefire with Ukraine, but may need to call Trump

Russia sees the ceasefire suggested by the U.S. and Ukraine as little more than a chance for Kyiv's forces to regroup, a senior aide to Vladimir Putin said.

NBC News - 2d

About a third of bird species in U.S. need conservation help, new report says

The 2025 State of the Birds report identifies 112 "tipping point" species — those that have lost more than half their populations in the past five decades.

CBS News - 2d

Ducks, once a conservation bright spot, are now declining in the US, new report shows

A new report says at least 112 North American bird species have lost more than half their populations in the past 50 years

ABC News - 2d

Democratic-led states sue over dismantling of Education Department

The suit from 20 states and the District of Columbia comes two days after the federal agency fired more than 1,300 employees.

CBS News - 2d

Lucas Glover makes all the 'nervy and gross' putts Thursday to co-lead Players Championship

The key was on the greens where he picked up more than 2 ½ shots on the field in strokes gained: putting and rolled in 120 feet of putts.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

How Trump Cuts Could Change Your Summer Hiking Trip

The Bureau of Land Management, the Forest Service and the Fish & Wildlife Service manage more public lands than the Parks Service. And their staffs have also been cut.

The New York Times - 2d

BMW posts 37% drop in annual net profit, warns of 'subdued' Chinese demand

BMW's net profits slumped by more than a third in 2024 as weaker demand in China and Germany weighed on the high-end car manufacturer.

CNBC - 1d

Dodgers' Tokyo Series trip confirms the team's 'overwhelming' hold on Japan

More than 10,000 fans packed into the lower bowl of the Tokyo Dome on Friday to watch the Dodgers go through their first official workout.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

From Southwest to BP, Elliott and other activists are shaking up companies again

Investors like billionaire Paul Singer have more money than ever to throw around, and they are making their presence felt on Wall Street and Main Street.

MarketWatch - 1d

The Russell 2000 Index Is Flashing Economic Warning Signs

The Russell 2000, which includes small companies that are more sensitive to downdrafts in the economy than those in the S&P 500, appears likely to enter a bear market.

The New York Times - 1d

Text scams warning of unpaid road tolls fueled by cybercriminal salesmen on Telegram

An onslaught of unsolicited texts to Americans’ phones in recent months claiming they owe unpaid tolls and E-ZPass bills is more than an annoyance.

NBC News - 1d

Russia and Ukraine launch aerial attacks amid proposed ceasefire talks

Russia and Ukraine traded heavy aerial blows overnight Saturday, with both sides reporting more than 100 enemy drones over their respective territories

ABC News - 17h

Wildfires Quickly Spread Across Texas and Oklahoma

In Oklahoma alone, more than 150 blazes were burning, which have destroyed almost 300 structures and killed at least one person.

The New York Times - 6h

The L.A. Marathon is Sunday. What roads and freeway ramps will be closed?

The 40th L.A. Marathon starts at 7 a.m. Sunday at Dodger Stadium and finishes in Century City. More than 25,000 people are expected to participate.

Yahoo Sports - 5h

Swiss police rescue two dogs kidnapped for over $1 million ransom

Swiss police say they have solved a kidnapping involving two dogs and a demand for ransom of about $1.135 million

ABC News - Mar. 8

Raiders reach 2-year, $16 million deal with Jeremy Chinn: Report

The Raiders reached a two-year, $16 million deal with safety Jeremy Chinn on Monday, according to the NFL Network.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Report: Broncos DL Zach Allen seeking $25 million per season

Broncos DL Zach Allen wants a big contract extension in the neighborhood of $25 million per season, according to the Denver Gazette.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Facing Chelsea 'not an easy task' says Cushing

Interim Manchester City manager Nick Cushing admits he is jumping in at the deep end as he prepares to face Chelsea four times in a row.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

2025 NFL free agency: Patriots signing Carlton Davis to a three-year, $60 million deal

Davis' deal includes $34.5 million guaranteed, per report

CBS Sports - 5d

Start the Steal: Cowboys reunite with $68 million edge who had 10 sacks for DC in 2024

Dallas signs Commanders edge Dante Fowler to $8 million deal.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Red Wings Fall 5–2 in Washington, Feeling of Deja Vu Now Unavoidable

On Friday night in Washington, the Detroit Red Wings lost their fifth straight game, all of them in regulation, falling 5–2 to the Capitals.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 8

Severe weather bringing mudslide threat, forcing evacuations in fire-scarred California

Thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate and officials say millions are at risk as a massive storm slams parts of California already reeling from January's devastating wildfires. CBS News ...

CBS News - 2d

Swiatek to face Andreeva in Indian Wells semis

Defending champion Iga Swiatek sets up an Indian Wells semi-final against teenager Mirra Andreeva, while top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka faces Madison Keys.

BBC News - 1d

Report: Arsenal & Chelsea face competition for £50m transfer

Arsenal and Chelsea are reportedly set to face competition from Real Madrid for the potential transfer of Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen.The 19-year-old has impressed in the Premier League this ...

Yahoo Sports - 16h

Omeda Studios launches update for Predecessor MOBA as players surpass 2 million

Omeda Studios has announced its player count has crossed two million as it launches a new 1.4 update for the MOBA Predecessor.

VentureBeat - Mar. 7

Gavin Newsom’s Podcast Hosts Steve Bannon, Covering Musk, Trump and Taxes

The California governor hosted one of the architects of President Trump’s political movement on his new podcast, and their friendly sparring revealed a few points of agreement.

The New York Times - 3d

‘Be careful about this’: Warnings abound as GOP considers writing off tax cuts

Republicans will discuss the accounting maneuver with President Donald Trump on Thursday.

Politico - 3d

‘A horrible situation’: the entrepreneurs caught in R&D tax credit debacle

Small businesses owners have been targeted in HMRC crackdown

Financial Times - 1d

Republicans in Congress weigh tax increase for top university endowments

Elite US schools including Harvard, Stanford and Princeton could see levies on investment gains raised as high as 21%

Financial Times - 13h

Millions Face Council Tax Rise of More Than 5

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