Tulsi Gabbard Confirmed As Intelligence Head Despite Fears of Prorussia Stance

Blackstone and Goldman Sachs CEOs see upsides to Trump’s policies

Comments from Wall Street bosses come as president’s import tariffs fuel US recession fears

Financial Times - 4d

Naples residents camp outdoors after overnight quake

Many people in and around the Italian city spend the night on the streets and in their cars, fearing aftershocks.

BBC News - 3d

Another strategist chops his S&P 500 target — but for a different reason than the Goldman Sachs reduction

Ed Yardeni fears a potential stagflationary impact even as keeps his earnings estimates unchanged.

MarketWatch - 3d

Senate Dems brace to vote for a bill they hate — to block Elon Musk

Democrats appear on the cusp of voting to avoid a shutdown because they fear the consequences of standing up to the Trump administration could be worse.

Politico - 3d

From London to New York via Switzerland: the booming trade in gold bars

Fears that Donald Trump could impose tariffs on gold imports have upended the market

Financial Times - 2d

What is the highest score on the 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass for the Players Championship?

Measuring less than 150 yards, it strikes fear into those who challenge the island green during the Players Championship.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Slowly, Ukrainian Women Are Beginning to Talk About Sexual Assault in the War

Thousands of women may have been raped by Russian soldiers, experts say, but have kept quiet for fear of the stigma. But that is changing.

The New York Times - 1d

They lost their federal jobs and now can’t get jobless benefits: ‘You’re left watching your bank account slowly bleed’

Fired federal workers are having trouble getting unemployment benefits — and some experts fear that could spell trouble for the broader economy.

MarketWatch - 1d

Top cartel brothers charged in U.S., accused of murders and torture

Brothers Miguel and Omar Trevino Morales led one of Mexico's most powerful and feared organized crime groups.

CBS News - 1d

'I feel sick at the prospect of welfare cuts'

People on long-term sickness and disability benefits have told the BBC they fear how cuts will affect them.

BBC News - 1d

France’s jobs market faces ‘tipping point’ as growth falters

Recent gains could unravel as households’ fear of unemployment soars and economists press for more reforms

Financial Times - 22h

Frölunda Takes 2-0 Series Chokehold in Another Game Marred By Officiating

Luleå is on the brink of losing an SDHL playoff series for the first time since 2017. Despite outshooting Frölunda 41-18 on Friday evening, despite spending eight full minutes on the power play, ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Unvaccinated New Mexico Resident Dies of Suspected Measles

The patient tested positive for the infection, but state health officials could not confirm that it was the cause of death.

The New York Times - Mar. 6

Source: Texans reunite with veteran DT Rankins

Sheldon Rankins is reuniting with the Texans, who signed the DT to a one-year deal worth $7 million, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN - 6d

Volkswagen and Stellantis evade Trump's 25% tariffs, while BMW braces for impact

Automakers Volkswagen and Stellantis have confirmed that their vehicles made in North America will be exempt from U.S.

NBC News - 6d

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 - 4d

Robert Kraft: David Andrews' impact on the Patriots will be felt for years to come

The Patriots have confirmed center David Andrews' release after it was reported earlier on Thursday.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

White House withdraws CDC nominee hours before Senate hearing

Trump officials say Weldon - an ally of RFK Jr - did not have the Senate votes necessary to be confirmed.

BBC News - 3d

White House pulling Dave Weldon's nomination to run CDC

A White House official confirmed that the administration is pulling Dave Weldon's nomination to be director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

CBS News - 3d

Source: Raiders agree to deal with RB Mostert

The Raiders have agreed to a one-year contract with veteran running back Raheem Mostert, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN - 3d

USPS to cut 10,000 workers through voluntary early retirement program

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy confirmed that the Elon Musk-led DOGE is now working with USPS.

CBS News - 3d

Trump's ambassador pick says "Canada is a sovereign state"

"Canada is a sovereign state, yes," Pete Hoekstra said during his confirmation hearing Thursday.

CBS News - 3d

White House pulls CDC nominee because they didn’t have the votes: Sources

Minutes before his confirmation hearing, the White House pulled David Weldon's nomination to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

ABC News - 3d

Source: Pass rusher Fowler, Cowboys reach deal

Free agent defensive end Dante Fowler Jr. has agreed to a contract with the Dallas Cowboys, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN - 2d

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton dealing with calf injury in addition to elbow issues; timeline still unknown

Yankees manager Aaron Boone confirmed that Giancarlo Stanton is dealing with a calf injury in addition to his elbow issues.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

No. 21 Saint Mary's heads into March Madness seeking 2nd straight WCC Tournament title

In the fast-changing world of college basketball, some things remain constant

ABC News - Mar. 7

NFL free agency primer: Sam Darnold to Seattle? Aaron Rodgers heading to Minnesota?

Sam Darnold and Aaron Rodgers are the two top quarterbacks available in free agency, but there are plenty of other top players that could be signing with new teams this week.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 9

Florida State hires Seminole alum Luke Loucks as new head basketball coach, succeeding Leonard Hamilton

Loucks played for outgoing Seminoles coach Leonard Hamilton from 2008-12, making the NCAA tournament in each of his four seasons.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 9

Giants could turn to Russell Wilson at QB with Aaron Rodgers possibly headed elsewhere

The Giants are in need of serious quarterback help this offseason.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Champions League returns Tuesday as PSG head to Liverpool looking to overturn a one-goal deficit

Elsewhere on the Golazo Starting XI newsletter, things just got even harder for Leverkusen as they chase Bayern Munich

CBS Sports - 6d

NFL free agency: Darnold set for Seattle in reported $110.5m deal as Fields heads to Jets

Quarterback will replace Geno Smith in Seattle Jets move on from Aaron Rodgers era Khalil Mack set to re-sign with Chargers Quarterback Sam Darnold has agreed on a three-year, $110.5m contract ...

The Guardian - 6d

Report: DT Khyiris Tonga heading to Patriots on 1-year, $2.7 million deal

The 28-year-old defensive tackle is reportedly signing a one-year, $2.7 million deal with the New England Patriots, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Bobby Brown III heads to Panthers on a 3-year, $21 million deal: Report

The Panthers added another piece to their defensive line, reaching a three-year deal with free agent defensive tackle Bobby Brown III on Monday afternoon, according to the NFL Network.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Gerrit Cole injury: Trade candidates, free-agent targets for Yankees with ace headed for Tommy John surgery

New York's rotation is suddenly in peril with the loss of Cole and Luis Gil

CBS Sports - 6d

USMNT roster for Mauricio Pochettino's first test includes Diego Luna, a head-turning selection

Pochettino named his roster for next week's CONCACAF Nations League finals. It includes stars and notable MLS names.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Luke Combs says he struggles with 'pure O,' an OCD variant that's literally all in his head: 'It's not fun'

Luke Combs says he has a type of obsessive-compulsive disorder known as 'pure O,' an unofficial diagnosis where the compulsions are entirely mental.

Los Angeles Times - 5d

House's short-term spending bill heads to Senate, passage needed by Friday to avoid shutdown

The GOP stopgap funding bill passed Monday night in the House will now go to the Senate where Republicans will need Democratic support to pass it into law and avert a government shutdown. CBS News ...

CBS News - 4d