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Drug overdoses reach another record with almost 108,000 Americans in 2022, CDC says
Nearly 108,000 Americans died of drug overdoses in 2022ABC News - Health -
Official data confirms UK economy slipped into recession last year
Figures offer little cheer to Rishi Sunak as his Conservative party trails heavily in opinion pollsFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
UN picks Saudi Arabia to lead women’s rights forum despite ‘abysmal’ record
Kingdom chosen to chair Commission on Status of Women after unopposed bid, to dismay of human rights groups. Saudi Arabia has been chosen as the chair of the UN commission that is supposed to promote gender equality and empower women around the ...The Guardian - World - United Nations -
Millions go hungry as a billion meals binned every day, says UN report
UN Food Waste Index report also finds global food wastage is big contributor to climate crisis. More than a billion meals are thrown away every day, in poor countries as well as rich ones, despite more than 730 million people living in hunger ...The Guardian - World - United Nations -
March Madness: First two rounds of women's NCAA tournament easily break last year's attendance records
Iowa's first-round game also drew over 3 million viewers.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
How the Last Dinner Party Became Britain’s Hottest New Band
The Last Dinner Party has rapidly built a following by meticulously planning its theatrical live shows, and ignoring viral fame.The New York Times - Top stories -
What we learned: Iowa ekes by, USC has a historic win and it's chalk all the way
Here's how Monday played out, including UConn, USC and Caitlin Clark's historic nights.ESPN - Sports -
Report: One in five German children affected by poverty in 2022
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Russia strikes Ukraine's Kharkiv with aerial bombs for the first time since 2022
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Father of two among Baltimore bridge victims
Six people are presumed dead after the bridge collapsed, but what do we know about them?BBC News - Top stories -
McCain cans eight 3s to put Duke into Sweet 16
Duke freshman guard Jared McCain hit eight 3s in Sunday's second-round win over James Madison, setting a Blue Devils record for 3-pointers in a men's NCAA tournament game.ESPN - Sports -
Jannik Sinner cruises into Miami semis as Collins and Azarenka progress
Australian Open champion faces rematch with MedvedevAzarenka still in contention to win fourth Miami Open titleJannik Sinner eased past Tomas Machac 6-4, 6-2 to reach the semi-finals of the Miami Open on Wednesday where the second seed will face ...The Guardian - World -
Revised figures confirm UK ended 2023 in recession
Official data shows the economy contracted during the last two quarters of last year.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
UK Confirmed in Recession at End of 2023
U.K. gross domestic product shrank 0.3% between October and December, with the economy hit by high inflation and interest rates that stifled household spending.The Wall Street Journal - World - United Kingdom -
No slowdown in spending among the wealthy on this Bahamian island
CNBC's Bob Pisani checks in from his vacation with a read on the global economy.CNBC - Business -
Inflation, immigration top concerns among voters: poll
Inflation and immigration are the top concerns among voters ahead of November’s general election, according to a new Harvard CAPS-Harris poll released on Monday. Thirty-six percent of voters said that immigration was the most important issue ...The Hill - Politics -
Fear Grows Among Families of Americans Held in Russia
The U.S. considers only two Americans ‘wrongfully detained’ in Russia, but there are more families seeking the might of Washington to bring their loved ones home.The Wall Street Journal - World - Russia -
Puigdemont confirms that he wants to stand in Catalonia election
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Kentucky AD confirms Calipari to return as coach
Despite another early exit from the NCAA tournament, Kentucky coach John Calipari will return for a 16th season, athletic director Mitch Barnhart said Tuesday.ESPN - Sports -
Iran’s currency hits a record low
Iran’s currency fell to 613,500 to the dollar as it celebrates Persian New Year.ABC News - World - Iran -
'We'll come back stronger' - reaction after 14-player England thrash Italy
Reaction after defending champions England start their Women's Six Nations campaign with an eight-try win over Italy.BBC News - Top stories -
Shohei Ohtani gambling scandal: Eight lingering questions about interpreter, payments, on-field impact, more
Ohtani has denied placing any bets or being aware of Ippei Mizuhara's debtsCBS Sports - Sports -
Middle East crisis live: Israel intensifies strikes on southern Gaza as eight killed in fighting on Lebanese border
Attacks around Rafah come despite growing pressure for ceasefire. See all our Middle East coverageThe UK is facing legal action over its pause in funding for Unrwa, after Israel’s allegations that 12 staff at the United Nations agency for ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
March Madness: What you need to know to bet all eight Sweet 16 games
Six of the eight games have spreads fewer than seven points.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
2024 NCAA Tournament: How every Sweet 16 underdog can pull off an upset, reach Elite Eight
Even with the top seeds looking strong through two games, there's plenty of time for madnessCBS Sports - Sports -
Cervical cancer rates are climbing among low-income women. Here's why.
Story at a glance Cervical cancer rates, long on the decline, are climbing among low-income women in the United States. Cervical cancer was once the leading cause of death for American women, according to the American Cancer Society. But ...The Hill - Politics -
March Madness: North Carolina is becoming the most popular team among bettors
The Tar Heels looked good in advancing to the Sweet 16.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Baltimore bridge collapse: Husband and dad of 3 is among the 6 presumed dead
Six construction workers are presumed dead after a cargo ship struck Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge.ABC News - Top stories -
Among Us Cartoon Adds Dan Stevens And Spider-Verse Star To Cast
The Among Us animated series may not have a home yet, but the voice cast for the adaptation of the hit video game franchise is coming together quickly. Deadline is reporting that Dan Stevens (Solar Opposites), Liv Hewson (Yellowjackets), and ...GameSpot - Tech -
Malinin on top of world after skating gold, record
Ilia Malinin put on a dominant display that included a jaw-dropping six quad jumps -- including his patented quad axel -- to snag the men's singles crown Saturday night at the world championships.ESPN - Sports -
British public donated record £13.9bn to charity in 2023
Average monthly donations rose by nearly 40% to £65, with poorest areas among the most generous. The British public donated a record £13.9bn to charity in 2023, with people in some of the country’s least affluent areas among the most generous, a ...The Guardian - World -
PetroChina Posts Record Profit, but Revenue Misses Estimates
Chinese state-controlled oil company PetroChina said its annual profit rose to a record due to lower operating expenses, but revenue fell on weaker oil prices.The Wall Street Journal - World -
PetroChina Posts Record Profit, but Revenue Misses Estimates
Chinese state-controlled oil company PetroChina said its annual profit rose to a record due to lower operating expenses, but revenue fell on weaker oil prices.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Successful school building bids drop to record low
The government has approved the lowest number of school building work requests since its model began.BBC News - Top stories -
Stocks Extend Slide from Recent Records
Investors rode a sugar high in Krispy Kreme shares and cocoa contracts.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Michelin awards stars to a record 340 restaurants in Germany
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England sewage spills more than double in 2023
Environment Agency data shows sewage spilled into England's waterways for over 3.6 million hours last year.BBC News - Top stories -
Record numbers of migrants cross Channel in 2024
The number of migrants arriving in the UK in 2024 after crossing the Channel has hit a record high.BBC News - Top stories -
Messi visit set to smash Revs attendance record
The anticipated visit of Lionel Messi to Gillette Stadium next month is set to break the New England Revolution's long-standing single-game attendance record, with over 60,000 tickets already sold for the matchup with Inter Miami.ESPN - Sports -
USWNT's Smith signs record NWSL contract
USWNT forward Sophia Smith has signed a new contract with the Portland Thorns making her the highest-paid player annually in the NWSL.ESPN - Sports