Why Israel and Hezbollah Are Still Firing Amid A Lebanon Ceasefire

Fire on tanker out after North Sea collision

The cargo ship Solong and the tanker Stena Immaculate collided off East Yorkshire on Monday.

BBC News - 1d

Putin Is ‘Carefully Studying’ Proposed Ukraine Cease-Fire

Russia’s leader recently rejected the idea of an interim truce in Ukraine. But he wants to maintain his relationship with President Trump.

The New York Times - 10h

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 - 5h

Putin, in No Hurry for Cease-Fire, Demands Ukrainian Concessions

President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia laid out a series of conditions that Ukraine might reject, but displayed a willingness to continue talks with President Trump.

The New York Times - 2h

Friday Briefing: Putin Speaks on Ukraine Cease-Fire

Plus, Siberia’s bone hunters.

The New York Times - 1h

Party drug MDMA may have protected survivors of Nova attack from trauma, study suggests

Neuroscientists in Israel find signs that the drug helped festival survivors in the attack and the aftermath.

BBC News - 6d

Among American Jews, a Schism Over Pro-Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil’s Arrest

Some organizations applauded the move. But the raid chilled other American Jews, even some who consider themselves supporters of Israel.

The New York Times - 2d

Why NASA Is Trying to Go Back to the Moon

President Trump set the U.S. on a path to sending astronauts back to the lunar surface during his first term. Lately he has expressed more interest in Mars.

The New York Times - Mar. 6

‘It’s so exciting to be in on this’: why Chelsea owners bought into the Hundred

Jonathan Goldstein, who with Todd Boehly spent £40m to buy half of Trent Rockets, says English cricket has been ‘significantly underexploited’ until now. As a man who has negotiated with Roman ...

The Guardian - 5d

Why U.S. Conservatives Should Fall in Love With France

Turns out Charles de Gaulle was right.

The New York Times - 5d

Musk Doesn’t Understand Why Government Matters

If a business fails, it’s not a big deal. When government services break down, people can die.

The New York Times - 5d

Why Trump’s war on DEI is so diabolical

Trump and his allies have flaunted their support for far-right movements at home and abroad. We cannot allow them to succeed.

The Hill - 4d

Why Social Security’s Future Could Be in DOGE’s Hands

Trump promised that Elon Musk’s DOGE wouldn’t touch Social Security. But DOGE is already making cuts to the agency.

Inc. - 4d

Why you need a number nine to challenge - Rooney

MOTD2 pundit Wayne Rooney says Manchester United's draw with Arsenal was a reminder that both sides have problems up front.

BBC News - 3d

Here's why banks don't want the CFPB to disappear

For years, American financial companies have fought the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — the chief U.S. consumer finance watchdog — in the courts and media, portraying the agency as ...

NBC News - 3d

Here's why banks don’t want the CFPB to disappear

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and its employees are in limbo after acting Director Russell Vought took over last month.

CNBC - 3d

Why hospitals are increasingly treating patients at home

There are more than 380 approved hospital-at-home programs in 39 states, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. In overcrowded hospitals, the programs can help free up needed ...

CBS News - 2d

How JD Vance sees the world - and why that matters

In a speech to allies and in that infamous Oval Office row, the vice-president came out punching - but what is he fighting for?

BBC News - 2d

Why 'excessive heat warnings' won't be part of the forecast

It may be hard to think about sweltering temperatures in early March but excessive heat watches and warnings are getting a new name.

The Hill - 2d

Why a judge blocked a pro-Palestinian activist's deportation

A judge temporarily blocked the deportation proceedings for Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist who helped lead the 2024 student encampment protests at Columbia University in New York City. ...

CBS News - 2d

Why is Donnarumma so good at saving penalties?

Gianluigi Donnarumma saved two of the three penalties he faced during Paris St-Germain's shootout win against Liverpool.

BBC News - 1d

What are tariffs and why is Trump using them?

Tariffs are a central part of Trump's political vision, but economists fear they could spark a trade war.

BBC News - 1d

Why the UK Has Not Retaliated Against Trump’s Tariffs

Prime Minister Keir Starmer wants to stay close to the United States, even as the uncertainty unleashed by President Trump offers a chance to build ties with the European Union.

The New York Times - 1d

Why Trump’s Tesla Showcase Mattered to Elon Musk

A lot has changed since former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. snubbed Elon Musk at an event in 2021.

The New York Times - 23h

'So unfortunate' - why Alvarez's penalty was ruled out

MOTD pundits analyse Julian Alvarez's "unfortunate" double-touch penalty that was disallowed for Atletico Madrid in their dramatic penalty shootout loss to rivals Real in the Champions League.

BBC News - 22h

Why Top-Down Goals Limit Success

Are you ready to unleash the full potential of your workforce through bottom-up goal setting?

Inc. - 9h

Abolishing NHS England is radical - why do it?

There are three main reasons body is going - money, bureaucracy and control, says Nick Triggle

BBC News - 7h

Why the moon will be shades of red, orange and yellow tonight

There's an opportunity tonight to catch the March 2025 "Blood Moon," a phenomenon that colors the full moon in shades of red, orange and yellow during a total lunar eclipse.

CBS News - 3h

Dread haunts Gaza as airstrikes dent hopes of renewed ceasefire

The territory is mired in a ‘grey zone’ of uncertainty as the peace process has stalled and neither side seems willing to compromise. Fears of a return to war in Gaza are intensifying this weekend, ...

The Guardian - 5d

US and Ukraine call for 30-day ceasefire following Saudi talks

U.S. and Ukrainian officials met in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for major talks on Tuesday with the goal of charting a course toward ending Russia's three-year-old war.

ABC News - 2d

Ukraine willing to accept 30-day US-brokered ceasefire

Washington says it will ‘immediately’ restore intelligence sharing and military aid after Kyiv accepts proposal

Financial Times - 1d

Ukraine agrees to U.S.-led ceasefire plan if Russia accepts

The agreement came after more than seven hours of negotiations in Saudi Arabia between high-level American and Ukrainian delegations.

CNBC - 1d

'Ball now in Russia's court' on Ukraine ceasefire, Rubio says

Rubio spoke to reporters alongside National Security adviser Mike Waltz after talks with Ukraine in Jeddah.

BBC News - 2d

UK helped Ukraine and US reach ceasefire deal, government sources say

Sir Keir Starmer led European efforts to mend Trump-Zelensky relationship, UK government sources tell the BBC.

BBC News - 1d

US arms flow to Ukraine again as the Kremlin mulls a ceasefire proposal

Ukrainian and Polish officials say U.S. arms deliveries to Ukraine have resumed

ABC News - 1d

Trump hints at financial repercussions if Russia rejects Ukraine ceasefire

US president’s comments come after Ukrainian counterpart said he believed ‘strong steps’ were under consideration. Donald Trump has suggested he could target Russia financially as Ukraine’s ...

The Guardian - 1d