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What US, Russia and Europe are thinking ahead of fresh Ukraine talks
BBC correspondents weigh in as US and Ukrainian officials prepare to meet in Saudi Arabia.BBC News - Mar. 8 -
Ontario says it will slap a 25% surcharge on US-bound electricity
The move is in retaliation to Trump's tariff threats on Canada, and is expected to raise energy costs for 1.5 million US homes.BBC News - 6d -
How could Putin respond to US-Ukraine ceasefire plan?
The Kremlin is weighing its options following the US-Ukraine proposal for a 30-day ceasefire.BBC News - 4d -
US tariffs could extend Germany's recession, says bank
Germany's central bank president says US tariffs and retaliation to them could tip Europe's largest economy into recession again.BBC News - 4d -
Meta's Community Notes will use tech from Elon Musk's X
Meta’s upcoming Community Notes feature for monitoring misinformation will use some technology developed by Musk’s X for its similar service.NBC News - 3d -
3 smart ways to use your home equity this spring, according to experts
Your equity can be borrowed against for nearly any purpose, but there are some smart ways to use it this spring.CBS News - 2d -
Islamic State leader in Iraq and Syria killed, US says
Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifa was head of IS's most senior decision-making body, the US Central Command said.BBC News - 2d -
South African ambassador 'no longer welcome' in US, Rubio says
The US Secretary of State called the ambassador a "race-baiting politician who hates America".BBC News - 1d -
Fresh US strikes in Yemen with 53 now dead, Houthis say
The US said it launched a "decisive and powerful" wave of air strikes on Houthi targets on Saturday.BBC News - 5h -
'Do you have communist links?' US sends 36 questions to UN aid groups
UN groups fear the move is a sign the US is planning to abandon humanitarian work.BBC News - 2d -
Public, private, and political: Valentino turns a staged restroom into high fashion’s boldest stage
Valentino paraded high fashion inside a public toilets setting in one of the most unexpected backdrops of the season, especially for a house as classical as ValentinoABC News - Mar. 9 -
Democrats ‘applying maximum hurt’ for ‘political gain’ in government funding fight: GOP lawmaker
President Trump is urging Republicans to support Speaker Mike Johnson’s short-term government funding bill. Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the upcoming vote.NBC News - 5d -
Companies should resist political pressures and stick to ESG, DEI commitments: Incoming DBS CEO
"Don't chop and change just because you're trying to ingratiate yourself with another administration," says DBS Deputy CEO Tan Su Shan.CNBC - 5d -
NHS England abolition shows ‘we have to take difficult decisions’, says Starmer – UK politics live
PM says he is ‘bringing management of the NHS back into democratic control by abolishing the arms length body NHS England’. Starmer is now talking about regulatation, and giving examples of where ...The Guardian - 4d -
Greenland political parties join together against Trump comments about annexing the island
All five parties in Greenland’s parliament have issued a joint statement on Friday rejecting President Donald Trump’s latest effort to take control of the strategic Arctic islandABC News - 2d -
As Newcastle and Liverpool clash in unique Carabao Cup final, so do romance and politics
Newcastle’s ownership is an unavoidable theme as the club bids to end a 56-year wait for a trophyYahoo Sports - 1d -
New Novels to Read This Spring
Watch for a new “Hunger Games” prequel; a quirky romance from Emily Henry; novels by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Ocean Vuong; and more.The New York Times - 4d -
Ukraine’s Tennis Stars Find Support on American Soil
Amid tensions between the governments, the players are still competing and thriving in U.S. tournaments.The New York Times - Mar. 9 -
Zelenskyy urges Trump to use ‘strength of America’ to force Moscow into ceasefire after US-Russia talks – Europe live
Ukraine president says pressure must be put on Russia after US president says talks between Witkoff and Putin were ‘productive’. Germany is close to unlocking the way to a massive increase in ...The Guardian - 2d -
Eggciting news
The American egg shortage is liftingFinancial Times - 4d -
The Week: NHS Reforms, Benefit Battles and Tariff Tactics
Adam, Vicki, Faisal and Nick discuss the political stories of the week.BBC News - 3d -
Kidnappers locked up for ambushing Israeli record producer at Welsh cottage
Itay Kashti's kidnappers were motivated by "political and religious reasons," a court hears.BBC News - 2d -
The Last Of Us Star Kaitlyn Dever Addresses Backlash And Discourse Around Abby
Kaitlyn Dever joins the cast of HBO's The Last of Us as Abby for its upcoming second season, and anyone who's played the game or knows the game's story understands how central Abby is to the story. ...GameSpot - 6d -
US judge denies ex-Rosneft chief's claim to $300m seized superyacht
In a win for US justice department, judge rules ex-leader of Russian oil and gas company lacks plausible claim to yacht. A US judge on Monday ruled that a former chief of the Russian state oil and ...The Guardian - 6d -
Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on nearly C$30bn worth of US imports
Canadian government says it will follow ‘dollar-by-dollar’ approach and institute 25% tariffs on US imports. Canada announced retaliatory tariffs on nearly C$30bn worth of American imports ...The Guardian - 4d -
Advocacy groups condemn Trump for using 'Palestinian' as a slur
Jewish and Muslim advocacy groups condemned President Trump for calling Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) a “Palestinian,” arguing he used it as a slur against the long-time lawmaker. ...The Hill - 3d -
FirstFT: ‘it feels nasty’ — US stock markets suffer heavy falls
Also in today’s newsletter, US-backed miner seeks to develop Ukraine lithium site and OpenAI forges near-$12bn contract with CoreWeaveFinancial Times - 6d -
The clock is ticking on the TikTok ban — will the US champion freedom or protectionism?
Lucrative as it is for Big Tech, the U.S. must fight the urge of using its enemies’ tactics: Defending democracy is the one thing that banning TikTok will not do.The Hill - 5d -
Using one-shots, 'Adolescence' effectively portrays a powerful story
Starring Stephen Graham and newcomer Owen Cooper, this series uses one-shots to portray a story about crime, family and self-reflection.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
Over half of American adults have used an AI chatbot, survey finds
Artificial intelligence technology is becoming increasingly integral to everyday life. 52% of U.S. adults have used AI large language models like ChatGPT.NBC News - 4d -
US and Israel look to Africa for resettling Palestinians uprooted from Gaza
The U.S. and Israel have reached out to officials of three East African governments to discuss using their territories as potential destinations to resettle Palestinians from the Gaza StripABC News - 3d -
SpaceX capsule docks to rescue US astronauts stranded on space station
US pair set to return home on Wednesday after Boeing Starliner problems meant eight-day mission lasted nine monthsFinancial Times - 1d -
Video replay review used for first time in MIAA hockey state championship
After a controversial ending in last year's MIAA Division 1 boys hockey final, replay review was added. It didn't take long for it to get used.Yahoo Sports - 22h -
Watch: Man Utd release images of new stadium
Look at plans for Manchester United's new stadium as they aim to build an "iconic" new 100,000-seater ground close to Old Trafford.BBC News - 6d -
Patriots agree to new deal with veteran safety
The New England Patriots announced they have re-signed veteran safety Jaylinn Hawkins to a new deal.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Raiders new DBs with visions of new Legion of Boom in Las Vegas
The newest additions to the Raiders secondary were attracted to the team on hopes they can be foundation of a new Legion of Boom in Las Vegas.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
New Steelers wideout DK Metcalf reveals which number he'll wear after joining Pittsburgh via trade
Metcalf will wear a new number for his new teamCBS Sports - 3d -
Powell Says the Fed Is in No Hurry to Adjust Rates Amid Trump Policy Uncertainty
Jerome H. Powell says the Fed is focused on separating “signal from the noise,” as the president whipsaws on tariffs.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
Ange defends 'pure human' Vicario amid fan anger
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has described Guglielmo Vicario as "one of the purest human beings I've ever come across."ESPN - Mar. 8 -
Trump addresses economy concerns amid shifting policy on tariffs
President Donald Trump addressed concerns around the economy after a volatile week on Wall Street. It comes as Trump imposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico only to change course and pause some ...NBC News - Mar. 8
