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‘Spreadsheets of empire’: red tape goes back 4,000 years, say scientists after Iraq finds
Ancient Mesopotamian stone tablets show extraordinary detail and reach of government in cradle of world civilisations. The red tape of government bureaucracy spans more than 4,000 years, according ...The Guardian - 1d -
Former England player Dele Alli gets sent off after 9 minutes in first soccer match in two years
Dele Alli’s first professional appearance in more than two years lasted just nine minutes before he was sent off. The former England international was shown a straight red card late on in Como’s ...Yahoo Sports - 20h -
No. 6 St. John’s beats Creighton 82-66 for first Big East Tournament crown in 25 years
They earned the conference’s automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament for their first trip since 2019, making 72-year-old Hall of Famer Rick Pitino the first coach to take six schools to the Big Dance.Yahoo Sports - 15h -
Ordnance from Syria's 13-year conflict explodes in port city, killing at least 16
The Syrian Civil Defense says Ordnance from Syria’s 13-year conflict exploded in the coastal city of Lattakia, collapsing a building and killing more than a dozen peopleABC News - 8h -
Conte endures worst Serie A run in 15 years after Venezia 0-0 Napoli
Antonio Conte is currently living through his worst run of results in Serie A in close to 15 years, dating back to his time with Atalanta in 2010, following the 0-0 draw between Venezia and Napoli ...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Tottenham, Newcastle keeping tabs on 20-year-old prospect admired by Lionel Messi
Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United are reportedly keeping tabs on the Inter Miami midfielder, Benjamin Cremaschi. The 20-year-old United States International has impressed with his performances ...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
I just turned 90 years old—here are 5 things that 'truly surprised' me about getting older
Katharine Esty expected to face new challenges when she turned 90 years old — and she as. But what truly surprised her was the unexpected number of joys she's experiencing experiencing. Here's what ...CNBC - 3h -
Neurologic Complications of Flu in Kids May Be Up This Year
This is a MedPage Today story. Public health officials are looking into reports of a small potential uptick in neurologic complications of influenza in children -- particularly a rapidly ...ABC News - Feb. 25 -
StubHub Eyes Potential I.P.O. as Soon as This Year
The ticket reselling site joins the social chat app Discord and the artificial intelligence company CoreWeave in pursuing a public offering.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
The Players Championship: Every winner through the years
Here's a look at the players who have won The Players, since 1974.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 7 -
Davante Adams agrees to two-year deal with Rams
Adams is headed back to the West Coast to play with QB Matthew Stafford in Los Angeles.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Covid’s Deadliest Effect Took Five Years to Appear
What once belonged to all of us now belongs to corporations.The New York Times - 5d -
Humans Have Been Perfecting Avocados for 7,500 Years
Ancient peoples of Latin America saved the fleshy fruits from extinction and gradually made them tastier.The New York Times - 5d -
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 - 5d -
Will Fries agrees to five-year deal with Vikings
Ryan Kelly isn't the only former Colts interior lineman headed up North.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Is this the world’s most highbrow gap-year tour?
Like a modern Grand Tour, the John Hall Venice course promises to open (wealthy) young minds to Italy’s artistic treasuresFinancial Times - 4d -
Free agency winners and losers in NFL's new year
The Texans' offensive line could be a big problem if Houston doesn't act. Meanwhile, Bears QB Caleb Williams has reason to shout in Chicago.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
FAQ: What big changes are coming this year?
Who's fighting in the PFL -- and who's not -- in 2025? Here's everything you need to know about the new format.ESPN - 3d -
Minnesota fires Johnson after 4 years as coach
Ben Johnson had served as Minnesota coach since 2021-22 but was unable to return the Gophers to the NCAA tournament.ESPN - 3d -
Gardner Minshew agrees to one-year deal with Chiefs
Garnder Minshew is moving to another team in the AFC West.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Measles Can Damage the Immune System for Years
An infection can also leave children and adults with other long-term health problems.The New York Times - 2d -
Intel is the best chip stock this year in a surprising reversal
No one is expecting a miracle overnight. But investors and analysts are applauding the possibilities brought about by new Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan.MarketWatch - 2d -
Will AI save the UK government £45bn a year?
Ministers believe that increased use of artificial intelligence can help fix the public finances but experts have their doubtsFinancial Times - 2d -
Marcus Epps signs with Patriots on one-year deal
Safety Marcus Epps has found a new team.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Sterling Shepard agrees to one-year deal with Buccaneers
Sterling Shepard will be back with the Buccaneers in 2025.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Morgan Fox agrees to two-year deal with Falcons
The Falcons have brought in a veteran defender.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Cooper Kupp agrees to three-year deal with Seahawks
Kupp is set to switch sides in the NFC West.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Kyle Juszczyk agrees to two-year deal with 49ers
The Pro Bowl fullback will sign a new contract with the 49ers, days after they cut him.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Not this year, but maybe soon for Maine men's basketball
Mar. 15—ORONO — There will be another NCAA men's basketball tournament without the University of Maine. This time, though, the thought of that doesn't come with shoulder shrugs of resignation. This ...Yahoo Sports - 19h -
'I have not seen that complete an England performance for years'
In his BBC Sport column, World Cup winner Matt Dawson reflects on England's huge Six Nations win over Wales, their entire Six Nations campaign and why Maro Itoje is a Lions captain in waiting.BBC News - 3h -
Cooper Rush agrees to two-year deal with Ravens
Cooper Rush is headed to backup a quarterback in the AFC.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Eagles trade Kenny Pickett to Browns for Dorian Thompson-Robinson and late pick
Pickett is heading back to the AFC North divisionCBS Sports - 5d -
Trump pick for Washington US attorney made derogatory and racist comments
Revealed: rhetoric by interim US attorney for DC includes falsely claiming Kamala Harris ‘self-identified’ as Black. Donald Trump ’s appointee as interim US attorney for the District of Columbia ...The Guardian - 5d -
Oprah Winfrey reveals latest book club pick: "The Tell" by Amy Griffin
In an exclusive reveal on "CBS Mornings," Oprah Winfrey names "The Tell" by Amy Griffin as her latest book club selection. The memoir details Griffin's experience with psychedelic-assisted therapy, ...CBS News - 5d -
Fed Governor Michelle Bowman Is Trump’s Pick for Wall Street’s Top Cop
If confirmed, she is likely to usher in a more hands-off approach to financial regulation than her predecessor’s.The New York Times - 3d -
Pentagon 'cherry picked' studies to support transgender ban, judge says
A judge on Wednesday signaled that she was deeply skeptical that the Pentagon's handling of transgender service members complies with federal law.ABC News - 3d -
The New York Giants Picked an Awful Time to Need a New Quarterback
There’s an inescapable feeling the Giants won’t find a savior at the most important position this offseason, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - 3d -
White House withdraws nomination of vaccine-sceptic pick to head health agency
U-turn on candidacy of Dave Weldon to lead Centers for Disease Control a rare setback for Donald TrumpFinancial Times - 3d -
Pasquantino? Alcantara? Cruz? 20 sleeper picks to target in 2025
Which players are Tristan H. Cockcroft higher on than most? Here's a list of 20 names to keep in mind when drafting your 2025 rosters.ESPN - 3d -
Falcons sign former third-round pick, add offensive line depth
Atlanta Falcons re-sign veteran OL Brandon Parker in free agencyYahoo Sports - 2d
