Today in History for March 1st
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U.S. trade deficit in goods widens in March to highest level in almost a year
The U.S. trade deficit in goods widened 1.7% to $91.8 billion in March, according to the Commerce Department’s advanced estimate released Thursday.MarketWatch - Business -
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Frustrated with Brazil's Lula, Indigenous peoples march to demand land recognition
Yahoo News - World -
Bateman gets extension, makes Ravens history
The Ravens have agreed to a three-year contract extension with wide receiver Rashod Bateman that runs through the 2026 season.ESPN - Sports -
Lessons for investors from the history of war finance
Governments rarely tell voters the true cost of military adventures, or how they intend to pay for themFinancial Times - Business -
An Industry Veteran Drew on Family History to Create a Brand
Neil Duckworth designs watches that have a distinctly vintage feel at a price “I would spend myself.”The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Could an MP present the Today programme?
Nick looks into a question about which programmes MPs should be allowed to present.BBC News - Top stories -
Pending home sales see unexpected jump in March, despite rising mortgage rates
U.S. pending home sales rose 3.4% in March from the previous month, the National Association of Realtors said on Thursday.MarketWatch - Business - Mortgage -
Supercell to release Squad Busters, 1st new game in over 5 years
Supercell announced that Squad Busters will launch on May 29 as its first global game in over five years.VentureBeat - Tech -
Broncos make Nix record-tying 6th 1st-round QB
The Denver Broncos picked Oregon quarterback Bo Nix with the No. 12 pick Thursday night, moving to select their quarterback of the future.ESPN - Sports - NFL -
Israel Prepares Gradual Rafah Offensive
Responding to U.S. and international pressure, Israel is scrapping plans for an all-out assault in favor of an approach that seeks to limit civilian casualties.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Bank of Canada Officials Split on How Soon Rate Cuts Could Start, Minutes Say
Senior Bank of Canada officials were divided on how soon the central bank could start cutting interest rates, although they agreed cuts should proceed gradually given the risk of inflation reaccelerating, according to a summary of deliberations ...The Wall Street Journal - World -
Boeing Burns Through $4 Billion of Cash and Scales Back 737 MAX Production
The aircraft maker has cut production to fix quality problems after door-panel blowout.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Does a fixed-rate HELOC make sense in today's elevated rate environment?
There are benefits to considering a fixed-rate HELOC in today's economic climate, but there are downsides, too.CBS News - Top stories -
Some Anti-Israel Protesters Are Paid
Rockefeller and Soros grants are subsidizing those who disrupt college campuses.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Ecuador's Former Comptroller General Convicted in Case Tied to Odebrecht
Carlos Ramon Polit Faggioni was convicted in Miami of accepting more than $10 million in bribes from the Brazilian construction company.The Wall Street Journal - World -
It's One of the Last Pristine Coral Reefs on Earth. Should We Be Visiting It?
The Raja Ampat archipelago of Indonesia looms large in the imaginations of underwater adventurers. But by visiting its relatively untouched reefs are we protecting them—or threatening them?The Wall Street Journal - World -
IBM to Buy HashiCorp in $6.4 Billion Deal
IBM will pay $35 a share for the cloud-software company in cash, giving the company access to HashiCorp’s roster of some 4,400 clients.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Watch China launch 3 astronauts to Tiangong space station today
Yahoo News - World - China -
Trump’s immunity case goes to the Supreme Court today. Here’s why it matters.
The Supreme Court will hear arguments Thursday by Trump lawyers that the former president is constitutionally immune from prosecution on criminal charges that he conspired to overturn the results of the 2020 election.MarketWatch - Business -
Oregon spring game will provide first look at Ducks team chasing history in Year 1 as Big Ten member
Oregon has one of the most talented rosters in the country but need to improve at the marginsCBS Sports - Sports -
White Sox's latest loss puts Chicago in miserable company with just three other teams in MLB history
The White Sox have lost 22 games in their first 25 outings of the 2024 seasonCBS Sports - Sports - MLB -
After Caleb Williams goes No. 1, USC breaks a four-way tie for the most top picks in NFL Draft history
Six former Trojans have been taken at the top of the NFL Draft.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
2024 NFL Draft: USC coach Lincoln Riley makes history as Caleb Williams goes No. 1 overall to Bears
No other college football coach has produced three No. 1 overall picks in the draft's modern eraCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Magic hand Cavaliers worst playoff loss in franchise history, win 121-83 to cut their deficit to 2-1
Paolo Banchero had 31 points and 14 rebounds, Jalen Suggs added 24 points and the Orlando Magic handed Cleveland the worst playoff loss in franchise history, winning 121-83 on Thursday night to cut the Cavaliers’ lead to 2-1 in their Eastern ...ABC News - Sports -
Broncos pick Bo Nix: Denver makes NFL Draft history by selecting Oregon QB at No. 12 overall
Here's what Denver is getting in its new quarterbackCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
2024 NFL Draft: Laiatu Latu makes history by becoming the latest a defensive player has ever been taken
We saw history on night 1CBS Sports - Sports -
Dad 1st charged under state's safe gun storage law after son shoots himself
A Michigan dad was charged with violating the state's safe gun storage law after his son allegedly got a hold of his firearm and shot himself, investigators said.ABC News - Top stories -
Orioles hold off Angels by throwing out base stealer. Trout becomes 1st in majors to reach 10 homers
Baltimore’s Gunnar Henderson continued his hot streak at the plate against the Los Angeles AngelsABC News - Sports - MLB -
Mead hits 1st homer of the season and Rays beat Tigers 7-5 to avoid the 3-game sweep
Curtis Mead hit his first homer of the season and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 7-5 to avoid a three-game sweepABC News - Sports - MLB -
Shohei Ohtani has 3 doubles, Landon Knack gets 1st victory as Dodgers rout Nationals 11-2
Shohei Ohtani had three doubles to improve his major league-leading batting average toABC News - Sports - MLB -
Rams make first 1st-round pick since Jared Goff, take Florida State DL Jared Verse
The Rams went seven years without making a first-round pick. The Matthew Stafford and Jalen Ramsey deals accounted for more than half of that.Yahoo Sports - Sports - Florida -
NFL Draft: Packers fan upset with team's 1st pick, and Lions fans hilariously rubbed it in
Not everyone was thrilled with their team's draft on Thursday night.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
NFL Draft: Panthers trade back into 1st round with Bills, select South Carolina WR Xavier Legette at No. 32
The Panthers added a weapon for quarterback Bryce YoungYahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
NFL Draft: Chiefs made the most interesting pick of 1st round with speedy Xavier Worthy
Xavier Worthy to the Chiefs opens up a lot of possibilities.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
Anglo Considers Sale of Diamond Unit De Beers
The London-listed company has held conversations in recent weeks with potential buyers, including luxury houses and Gulf sovereign-wealth funds.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk
Eni, Iberdrola and more in the latest Market Talks covering Energy and Utilities.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Mix of Slowing Growth, Firm Inflation Worries Investors
Another high inflation reading will continue to make it difficult for the Fed to cut rates in the near term.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Dow Falls More Than 600 Points
Follow along for reactions across financial markets.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Persistently High Commodity Prices Could Delay Rate Cuts
Global commodity prices are expected to soften this year and next but remain considerably above prepandemic levels, making it harder for central banks to lower inflation and loosen monetary policy, the World Bank said.The Wall Street Journal - World