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North America -- Cory Booker sets a record with marathon US Senate speech – at more than 25 hours long

Democratic senator Cory Booker broke the record for the longest speech on the US Senate floor with a marathon critique of president Donald Trump.

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 29 minutes ago

Global markets and US trading partners are bracing as President Donald Trump prepares to unveil sweeping new tariffs.

Global markets and US trading partners are bracing as President Donald Trump prepares to unveil sweeping new tariffs. Trump has billed April 2 as "Liberation Day", claiming he is stopping other countries from taking economic advantage of the United States.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Populist election rhetoric is designed to deceive us

Ethics and integrity will go by the wayside in Dutton’s lust after power.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 1 hour ago

El triunfo demócrata en la Corte Suprema de Wisconsin es también una gran derrota para Elon Musk

MADISON, Wisconsin, EE.UU. (AP) — La jueza Susan Crawford mantuvo el martes la estrecha mayoría progresista en la Corte Suprema de Wisconsin al derrotar al conservador Brad Schimel, pero de alguna manera el verdadero perdedor de la elección fue el multimillonario Elon Musk.

AP News - Weird - 1 hour ago

US Senator Cory Booker takes on President Trump in record-breaking speech

WASHINGTON: Democratic US Senator Cory Booker accused President Donald Trump of recklessly challenging the nation's democratic institutions in a marathon speech that broke a nearly...

International The News - Opinion - 3 hours ago

Elon Musk bet it all on a judicial election in Wisconsin. He just lost

Trump’s billionaire sidekick said the poll would “determine the fate of western civilisation”. It might also alter his image as a rainmaker for American conservatives.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 4 hours ago

House Democrat Tees Off On GOP Lawmaker With An Awkward Reminder About Trump

Rep. Jim McGovern said the GOP's "family values" claims are far off the fairway.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Republican Randy Fine wins Florida House seat against well-funded Democratic challenger

Florida state Sen. Randy Fine and chief financial officer Jimmy Patronis are looking to win their congressional special elections.

AP News - Science - 4 hours ago

Russian forces capture new village in eastern Ukraine, Kyiv says fighting continues -- Yesterday

Late evening report by the Ukrainian General Staff said three battles were still going on in the area of Rozlyv

The Globe and Mail - World - 5 hours ago

Twenty staffers charged after 100 abuse incidents of young children at charter school

‘This is just unacceptable behavior to happen anywhere, but particularly in a school setting,’ says district attorney

Independent UK - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Democratic-backed Susan Crawford will win Wisconsin Supreme Court seat, the AP projects

Majority control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court will be decided Tuesday in a race that broke records for spending and has become a proxy battle for the nation’s political fights.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

The 20 Best Games on PlayStation Plus -- Sony has one of the most beloved back catalogues in gaming, and it's finally at our fingertips.

Sony has one of the most beloved back catalogues in gaming, and it’s finally at our fingertips.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

'Poisonous' chair of Prince Harry's charity accused of 'playing the race card' as bitter feud with royal rages on: report

The Duke of Sussex blamed an "untenable situation" with Chandauka for his resignation from the charity he founded in honor of his mom, Princess Diana.

New York Post - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

'Not designed to protect us': New act calls for women-sized crash test dummies

There are currently no crash test dummies used in the U.S. that resemble the size of the average woman, which experts say causes women to be more likely to be hurt or killed in a crash. NBC News Julie Tsirkin reports on lawmakers' new efforts to modernize crash tests to protect women in car accidents.

NBC News - Health - 7 hours ago

Elon Musk just had his own Liberation Day

The merger of social media platform X with Musk’s artificial intelligence start-up xAI will allow him, his co-investors and X’s banks to exit the struggling business unscathed.

Sydney Morning Herald - Business - 7 hours ago

Former NFLer Richard Sherman latest sports figure to have home burglarized -- Yesterday

The Super Bowl champion posted pictures and a video on social media asking if anyone recognized three armed intruders that broke into his house last weekend

The Globe and Mail - Sports - 9 hours ago

Alberta Premier Smith expects key industries to escape imposition of new U.S. tariffs

Smith said that since Canada doesn’t tariff imports of U.S. oil or most food products, she expects those industries to remain unscathed

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Leverkusen stunned by third-tier Bielefeld in German Cup

Third-tier Arminia Bielefeld stun defending champions Bayer Leverkusen to reach the final of the German Cup.

BBC News - Sports - 10 hours ago

Business - Staff reopens Xanadu Coffee after owner sentenced in child sex sting - By Morgan Fischer

Xanadu Coffee staff say "fuck you" to jailed owner as they scramble to save the downtown Phoenix cafe.

Phoenix New Times - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Israel removes tariffs on US goods before Trump's April 2 levies begin

On Wednesday, the Trump administration will impose sweeping tariffs on other nations that the White House has called "reciprocal."

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

House Republicans seek to scale back VA mortgage bailout program for veterans in foreclosure

A mortgage bailout program that has kept more than 15,000 veterans facing foreclosure from losing their homes would be scaled back or ended under legislation sponsored by Republicans on the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

A vacation cabin becomes a true home on an 'idyllic' island

Artisan-built glass-and-wood structure in the San Juan Islands offers sweeping views of nature.

Star Tribune - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Gianni Infantino discusses the USMNT's odds of winning the FIFA Men's World Cup | The Herd

FIFA President Gianni Infantino joins Colin Cowherd to discuss if the USMNT has a shot of winning next year's FIFA Men's World Cup.

Fox News - Sports - 13 hours ago

Danna and Hoyer founded One Percent Records to put 'music over business'

With new label One Percent, Danna and Hoyer are the latest artists to go indie in the Latin music industry.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 13 hours ago

'Little House on the Prairie' fans beg Jennifer Garner to join the reboot

Jennifer Garner commented on a post about an open casting call for the "Little House on the Prairie" reboot, exciting fans about her potential involvement.

Fox News - Entertainment - 13 hours ago

CNBC, CBS Fall Victim to Tiger Woods' Obvious April Fool's Masters Prank

Tiger Woods had the golf world shaking with his April Fool's prank and even CNBC fell victim to the joke.

Newsweek - Sports - 14 hours ago

Trump's tariffs in numbers: The biggest losers amid escalating US trade war

As Donald Trump is poised to unleash a fresh slate of tariffs on so-called ‘Liberation Day’ (2 April), data correspondent Alicja Hagopian examines which countries are most at risk from new tariffs on up to $3.3 trillion of goods

Independent UK - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Who is Rumeysa Ozturk, the Turkish national facing deportation from the US?

Tufts doctoral student and research assistant was picked up on the street close to her home by masked federal agents in plain clothes

Middle East Eye - US News - 14 hours ago

Trump's tariffs in numbers: The biggest losers in US trade war

As Donald Trump is poised to unleash a fresh slate of tariffs on so-called ‘Liberation Day’ (2 April), data correspondent Alicja Hagopian examines which countries are most at risk from new tariffs on up to $3.3 trillion of goods

Independent UK - Business - 15 hours ago

Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre offers new details after claiming she had just 'days' to live after bus crash

Jeffrey Epstein victim Virginia Roberts Giuffre has offered more details about the horror bus crash that she claims left her with just four days to live.

New York Post - World - 16 hours ago

Tesla EVs, charging stations targeted by possible arson in Italy and France -- Tesla has been the target of protests around the world amid owner Elon Musk's affiliation with the Trump administration and his backing of European far-right parties. -- Mar 31

Tesla has been the target of protests around the world amid owner Elon Musk's affiliation with the Trump administration and his backing of European far-right parties.

CBS News - World - 17 hours ago

Russia never sought to undermine ties with neighbors – Kremlin

Finnish President Alexander Stubb said earlier that Finland “must mentally prepare” for the eventual reopening of relations with Moscow

Russia Today - US News - 17 hours ago

Customers 'protected' as household energy supplier exits market

Rebel Energy, which had been the subject of a provisional compliance order last month, has given no reason for its decision to "cease trading".

Sky News - Business - 18 hours ago

Jordan Davis unveils "Bar None" -- Jordan Davis, the country star behind eight No. 1 hits, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to share a first look at his latest single and reveal a big announcement following recent CMA and ACM wins. -- Mar 31

Jordan Davis, the country star behind eight No. 1 hits, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to share a first look at his latest single and reveal a big announcement following recent CMA and ACM wins.

CBS News - Entertainment - 18 hours ago

Russia Warns Against U.S. Strike on Iran Nuclear Sites: "Catastrophic"

Signs of conflict are growing with both the United States and Iran ramping up their rhetoric

Newsweek - World - 19 hours ago

'Pissed Off' Trump Threatens to Ramp Up Russia Secondary Tariffs For Dragging Feet on Ukraine Peace

President Donald Trump threatens Russia with "secondary tariffs" on oil if Putin doesn't "fulfil his part of the deal" in Ukraine.

Breitbart - World - 20 hours ago

'Imperious' Prince Harry demanded charity chair 'explain herself' after she refused to publicly defend Meghan Markle: report

The Duke of Sussex, 40, demanded Chandauka "explain herself" after she declined to issue a statement supporting his wife when their polo match tension made headlines in April 2024.

New York Post - Entertainment - 20 hours ago

AMC bets on premium screens as Hollywood slate boasts big blockbuster titles

The 2025 and 2026 box offices are packed with blockbuster features from major franchises like “Avatar,” “Star Wars,” “Jurassic Park” and more.

NBC News - Business - 20 hours ago

We tried the White Lotus afternoon tea at London's Four Seasons

An Asian-inspired menu mixes with English tradition for this latest brand collab, writes Vicky Jessop

Evening Standard - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti to stand trial accused of €1m tax fraud

Italian is charged with not declaring earnings from image rights but says he is ‘not worried’

Irish Times - Sports - 22 hours ago

'Not on my watch': PM won't yield to US tariff threats

Any hopes from the government of a second interest rate cut in the election campaign have evaporated with the Reserve Bank keeping them on hold today. But the Trump Administration's tariffs decision looms as a more challenging political hurdle, with both major parties vowing to stand up to the US…

SBS - Politics - 22 hours ago

Yes, colleges are hotbeds of anti-American ideologues. But don't just blame foreign students for that.

Immigrants should arrive with a deference for this country’s values. But it’s also incumbent on the American institutions that receive them to model a patriotic ethos.

Boston Globe - Opinion - 1 day ago

All the household bills to rise from today - and how you can beat the hikes

Households face higher bills from today across energy, water, broadband, TV and transport. Here's how you can stay ahead of the changes and even beat the hikes.

Sky News - Business - 1 day ago

'Not on my watch': Albanese says key US trade grievances are not negotiable

The American update also highlighted the Albanese government’s December 2024 announcement about big tech firms.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 1 day ago

Use this hack to get Max for less and catch up on 'White Lotus'

You'll save monthly and get access to double the shows and movies.

New York Post - Top Stories - 1 day ago

UK braces for new US tariffs – media

American trade barriers could reportedly shrink the British economy by 1% and lead to tax hikes

Russia Today - Business - 1 day ago

Man City suffer further setback as Haaland sustains ankle injury

City’s top scorer has been ruled out for an unknown period with the club chasing a Champions League spot and victory in the FA Cup

Independent UK - Sports - 1 day ago

The 'Oracle' and 'Superman' are holding on to their billions. It could be a bad sign for all of us

Warren Buffett and Li Ka-shing are two of the world’s most revered investors. Now in their 90s, both are hoarding cash. Is it an omen of a major financial downturn?

Sydney Morning Herald - Business - 1 day ago

Goldman Sachs Raises Risk of US Recession as Tariff Policies Roll Out

Analysts suggest that the U.S. economy has a 35 percent chance of entering a recession within the next 12 months.

Epoch Times - Business - 1 day ago

Turkish singer Volkan Konak passes away during concert in Famagusta

The Turkish music community is in mourning following the untimely death of popular singer Volkan Konak. Known for his distinctive voice and significant...

Daily Sabah - Entertainment - 1 day ago

3 US soldiers found dead, search underway for fourth, after vehicle recovered from deep bog in Lithuania

The armored vehicle four U.S. soldiers were riding in before they went missing in Lithuania has been pulled from a muddy bog, officials said.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Elton John, Brandi Carlile on their dream collaboration -- Years ago, Elton John was a flicker of hope in a confusing world to young Brandi Carlile, a girl coming of age and struggling with her own sexuality. Today, the two music superstars are not only friends, but also collaborators, recording an album together, "Who Believes In Angels?" They talked with correspondent Tracy Smith about pushing each other artistically, and the 78-year-old John's emotional response to the album's closing track, "When This Old World Is Done With Me." -- Mar 30

Years ago, Elton John was a flicker of hope in a confusing world to young Brandi Carlile, a girl coming of age and struggling with her own sexuality. Today, the two music superstars are not only friends, but also collaborators, recording an album together, "Who Believes In Angels?" They talked with correspondent Tracy Smith about pushing each other artistically, and the 78-year-old John's emotional response to the album's closing track, "When This Old World Is Done With Me.

CBS News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Shortridge: State must reform its hiring process

Delaware state government should be a top place to work, setting an example for others. But, under multiple administrations, workers have gotten short shrift and are now underappreciated and overworked.

Bay to Bay News - Opinion - 1 day ago

Opinion | Indian Drugs, Pak Terrorism, China: Inside The Latest US Intel Report

The latest DNI report points to the expectation of a more violent world, where the threat arises from cooperation between 'adversaries' like Russia, China, Iran and North Korea, and possibly others.

NDTV - Opinion - 1 day ago

Music News -- New night-time economy fund sees €15k grants available for smaller venues to host live music

Smaller music venues can receive a grant of up to €15,000 towards the cost of live music events under a new scheme to support the night-time economy.

Independent.ie - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Rare sighting of a 'sharktopus' leaves onlookers stunned and puzzled -- Catherine Zhu

Nature unveiled another mystery when an octopus was caught cruising through the waters of New Zealand — by hitching a ride on a shark.

CBC News - Technology - 1 day ago

US armored vehicle missing in Lithuania pulled from swamp but fate of 4 soldiers is still unknown

Lithuanian officials say a U.S. armored vehicle that went missing during a training exercise has been retrieved from a swamp after a six-day search but there is still no information about the fate of …

Bay to Bay News - World - 2 days ago

Elon Musk's xAI and X combine forces, valuing combined entity at $80 billion

The all-stock purchase announced on Friday merges two of Musk’s several portfolio firms, which also include Tesla and SpaceX, and may make it easier for Musk to train his Grok AI model

First Post - Technology - 2 days ago

'The White Lotus' Season 3, Episode 7 recap: Rick has his showdown

This week, Rick finally confronts the man he says killed his father, the ladies erupt at dinner and Belinda gets an interesting offer.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Yankees' 'torpedo' bats elicit shock and awe around baseball after a 13-home run weekend

The reaction across MLB to the design of the New York Yankees' new 'torpedo' bats after the Bronx Bombers belted 13 home runs in two games was swift.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 2 days ago

FBI raids home of prominent computer scientist who has gone incommunicado

Indiana University quietly removes profile of tenured professor and refuses to say why.

Ars Technica - Science - 2 days ago

In France's southern wine region, Trump's tariff threats are already killing business -- Chris Brown -- News

European winemakers are losing business even before U.S. President Donald Trump unveils new tariffs. His threat of a 200 per cent markup has scared away U.S. importers.

CBC News - World - 2 days ago

Losing a home in a fire, then being hit with a 'casualty gain'

The IRS calls it an 'involuntary conversion' when your property is destroyed and you receive insurance proceeds.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

NFL Owners to Discuss 18-Game Regular Season at League Meetings

The NFL's march towards an 18-game regular season will reportedly be one of the major topics at the league ownership meetings in Florida.

Breitbart - Sports - 3 days ago

With federal election looming, Liberal Canadian PM accused of plagiarism while studying at Oxford: report

Prime Minister Mark Carney is embroiled in controversy after a Canadian news outlet discovered at least 10 instances of possible plagiarism in his 1995 Oxford thesis.

Fox News - World - 3 days ago

Swiss Alps surprises: 'Silence is encouraged and my husband and I felt like we'd stumbled into a European art-house film'

Back in my analogue teen years, books were a North Star for me and many of my friends.

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Plane crash near Minneapolis sends home up in flames with no survivors on board

Dramatic video captured the aftermath of a home being engulfed in flames near Minneapolis after a small plane crashed into the home on Saturday afternoon.

Fox News - US News - 3 days ago

Max Boot: Vladimir Putin is playing Donald Trump like a Stradivarius – and Washington is dancing to the tune

If you want to see a maestro at work, pay close attention to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s negotiations over Ukraine with President Donald Trump and h...

Independent.ie - Opinion - 4 days ago

Google solves its mysterious Pixel problem, announces 9a launch date

Google has sorted out its Pixel problems and will begin the 9a rollout on April 10.

Ars Technica - Technology - 4 days ago

USPS Unveils Commemorative Stamp for Beloved Actress Betty White

A Golden Girl gets a commemorative stamp. Betty White's smiling face is on an official Forever Stamp issued by the United States Postal Service.

Inside Edition - Weird - 4 days ago

IRS crime fighting arm announces modernization program as financial crimes use more tech

With technology and AI increasingly used to perpetrate illegal acts, the IRS’ crime fighting arm is announcing a new program intended to improve how it interacts with financial institutions.

AP News - Technology - 4 days ago

Dangerous fungus spreading in US hospitals has 'rapidly increased'

Experts warn that Candida auris, a fungus that can be life-threatening to sick individuals, is spreading at a rapid rate in U.S. hospitals and health facilities.

Fox News - Health - 5 days ago

White House withdraws Rep. Elise Stefanik's nomination for U.N. ambassador

The White House has pulled Rep. Elise Stefanik’s nomination to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations.

Los Angeles Times - World - 5 days ago

UK greenhouse gases fall again - as renewables hit 50% for the first time

Greenpeace says it shows "the UK's efforts to tackle climate change are working" but the country is "still very much dependent on expensive and polluting gas".

Sky News - Technology - 5 days ago

Zelenskyy says Russia hit Ukraine's power infrastructure, U.S. should react

Moscow accused Kyiv on Wednesday of using drones to attack energy facilities in Russia's Kursk and Bryansk regions, and in the occupied Crimean peninsula.

CNBC - Politics - 5 days ago

Must a Palestinian Win an Oscar for the World to Care When He's Attacked?

The assault and arrest of Ballal Hamdan is horrendous, but the framing of the incident reproduces the idea that some lives are more worthy of defense than others.

The Nation - World - 5 days ago

This nutrient may help you live longer — and US Navy dolphins were the key to discovering it

Everything you need to know about a molecule discovered in bottlenose dolphins the US Navy trains to protect ships and harbors.

New York Post - Health - 5 days ago

Forbidden K-pop to centre stage: North Koreans set for music debut

SEOUL, South Korea — Growing up in North Korea, Hyuk's childhood was about survival. He never listened to banned K-pop music but, after defecting to the South, he's about to debut as an idol.

Manila Times - Entertainment - 6 days ago

Lawsuit against OpenAI over newspaper copyright can proceed, judge rules -- Several newspapers have sued OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking to end the practice of using their stories to train artificial intelligence chatbots.

Several newspapers have sued OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking to end the practice of using their stories to train artificial intelligence chatbots.

CBS News - Technology - 6 days ago

US robotics companies push for national strategy, including a central office, to compete with China

American robotics companies are pushing for a national robotics strategy, including a central government robotics office, to promote the industry at a time that Beijing is making intelligent robots a top national priority.

AP News - Technology - 6 days ago

Washington is in meltdown over Signal. But not because US is bombing Yemen

From Obama to Trump to Biden and back to Trump, the country has been devastated by US air strikes

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 6 days ago

British businesses pile on the pressure on Fin Min Reeves ahead of budget update

Top on the businesses' list of complaints is a higher employment cost.

CNBC - Business - 6 days ago

Signal, the app that caused a storm in the White House

Signal’s touted encryption and privacy features face scrutiny after a simple group chat error exposed classified U.S. military plans, revealing critical gaps in secure communication protocols for sensitive government operations

YNET News - Business - 7 days ago

UK Solar Push Sparks Concerns Over China Reliance and Labour Practices

Critics question whether the UK can afford to prioritise cheap solar imports without sacrificing its values or energy sovereignty.

Epoch Times - Business - 7 days ago

Türkiye, China to collaborate on AI in medicine, sustainable agriculture

Türkiye and China on Tuesday announced a partnership to support joint research projects in AI applications in cancer and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI),...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 7 days ago

What poisoned al-Faluja can tell us about toxic risks in Gaza and Lebanon

Toxic remnants of war adversely affect the health not just of those immediately exposed but also of future generations.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 7 days ago

I got stage 3 colorectal cancer in my 30s — I didn't want to be a hypochondriac about this symptom but I'm glad I pushed

Brooks Bell was a busy, healthy 38-year-old CEO when she was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer. Now in remission, she’s an advocate for early screenings to catch the disease before it’s too...

New York Post - Health - 7 days ago

Trump will nominate acting CDC director Susan Monarez for the position, White House official says

A White House official confirms that President Donald Trump will nominate Dr. Susan Monarez, the acting director of the U.S.

AP News - Health - 8 days ago

A first for First Baptist: New pastor, wife find church to call home

DOVER — Every day, Pastor Brian C. Cunningham tries to discover inspiring messages to share about his walk with God. In doing so, he’s also made some history. One of the …

Bay to Bay News - Entertainment - 8 days ago

Two new Melbourne hospitals were built months ago – but locals still can't use them

Two of the 10 community hospitals promised by the state government in 2018 have been built but remain largely non-operational, frustrating locals who want to start using them.

Sydney Morning Herald - Health - 9 days ago

Ravindra, Noor help Chennai down Mumbai in IPL blockbuster

Chennai, India: New Zealand s Rachin Ravindra hit an unbeaten 65 as Chennai Super Kings began their IPL season with a four wicket win over Mumbai Indi...

Peninsula Qatar - Sports - 9 days ago

US health authorities ban red food dye over cancer risk concerns

The outgoing administration of U.S. President Joe Biden announced on Wednesday a ban on Red Dye No. 3, a controversial food and drug coloring linked to...

Daily Sabah - Health - 9 days ago

US, Ukraine to meet Sunday in Saudi Arabia for ceasefire talks

Both countries confirmed earlier this week that ceasefire negotiations would continue in the Middle East, with Russia also expected to participate.

Washington Examiner - World - 10 days ago

This $59 million home for sale in California features a shark tank

A modern home featuring a shark tank has gone up for sale with an eight-figure asking price in sunny Southern California.

Fox News - Business - 10 days ago

US Taps Into Ukraine's War-Honed Expertise for Drone Development

The Pentagon partners with Ukraine’s drone makers, trusting their war-tested know-how to build cheaper, longer-range firepower for modern conflicts.

Epoch Times - Opinion - 10 days ago

Vehicle Occupants Just Walk Away After Car Rips Through Backyard

In a split second, an out of control vehicle ripped through this backyard causing immense damage. It happened on Long Island, New York. The family wasn't injured because they were inside the house when the crash occurred.

Inside Edition - Weird - 11 days ago

With outlook uncertain, the Bank of England joins the US Fed in putting interest rates on hold

The Bank of England has kept its main U.K. interest rate unchanged at 4.50% even though the economy is barely growing and the nation faces more uncertainty in light of the tariff policies being enacted by the Trump administration in the U.S.

AP News - Business - 12 days ago

Elon Musk Has Become Too Toxic for YouTube

It was once good business to flaunt Teslas online. Now it’s good business to destroy them.

New York Magazine - Technology - 12 days ago

Just 1 in 10 back pain treatments work, study says — what to do instead

Only around one in every 10 treatments were found to be effective in relieving lower back pain, according to a new study published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine.

Fox News - Health - 13 days ago

Media Partnership - Competitiveness & Security Business Summit 2025 (CSBS'25) Morning Session

Held 100 days after the inauguration of the new European Commission and following the publication of the Clean Industrial Deal, the Competitiveness & Security Business Summit 2025 (CSBS’25) provides a timely platform for high-level discussions on the future of European economy.

Euractiv - Business - 13 days ago

To cope with her husband's death, Paula got a baby doll made that looks just like him

When Paula's husband died, she found comfort in a reborn doll made to look like him. These lifelike baby dolls have been shown to help with grief, loss, dementia and neurodivergence — but could relying on a doll be problematic?

SBS - World - 13 days ago

Thousands online react to detention of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu

Turkish police detained Erdogan's rival Imamoglu on Wednesday just one day after his university revoked his diploma

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 13 days ago

What tiny fossils from ocean floor tell us about climate change

Scientists have discovered the key role the Southern Ocean around Antarctica plays in regulating the global climate

Independent UK - Science - 14 days ago

The confrontation between Netanyahu and Bar is pushing us toward a kind of civil war

Opinion: We have already reached the stage of eroded trust and defiance within the security agencies, and it will end with a different Shin Bet, a different prosecution and, eventually, a different Supreme Court and new Basic Laws; A prime minister who has lost all restraints will rule as he pleases, while an incompetent government trails behind him

YNET News - Opinion - 15 days ago

What does the Bank of Canada's rate cut mean for the housing market?

After the Bank of Canada cut the interest rate for the seventh time in a row Wednesday, experts say that’s good news for people looking to buy or sell a home in Canada.

CTV News - Business - 17 days ago

Oil prices surge amid US sanctions and reduced global supply

ALBAWABA – Oil prices recorded an increase globally due to the United States (US) sanction imposed on Iran and Russia.

Albawaba - Business - 19 days ago

Trump allows waiver for Biden-era Russia sanctions to expire – media

The US Treasury has opted not to extend a waiver from sanctions on Russian enacted during President Joe Biden’s administration

Russia Today - Business - 19 days ago

Some student loan repayment plans have been suspended. Here's what borrowers should know

The Trump administration’s recent changes to student loans are causing frustration and confusion for some borrowers.

AP News - Business - 19 days ago

Measles updates, plus medication that could reduce cancer spread

The Fox News Health Newsletter brings you trending and important stories about health care, drug developments, mental health issues, real people's triumphs over medical struggles, and more.

Fox News - Health - 20 days ago

'Volatility and conflict': Business leaders sound warnings over Trump's tariffs

Ray Dalio warned of "fighting" between countries over tariffs, while Marc Benioff said reciprocity needs to be consistent or risk "volatility and conflict."

CNBC - World - 20 days ago

Women hit by USAID cut at risk of 'sex for fish' practice in Zambia

Exclusive: Extensive droughts in Zambia have forced women into sexual exploitation – and USAID cuts have stopped programmes which sought to protect them, writes Alicja Hagopian

Independent UK - World - 20 days ago

Slushie ice drinks leave 21 children in hospital

Study highlights number of youngsters becoming unwell as a result of so-called ‘glycerol intoxication syndrome’

Evening Standard - Health - 21 days ago

Ukraine says ready for 30-day cease-fire, as US resumes military aid and intelligence sharing

After 9 hours of discussions in Saudi Arabia, Washington and Kiev announced that Ukraine agreed to temporary cease-fire with Russia, and US resumption of providing combat equipment and critical information; Ukraine: 'The offer is positive and will prove whether Russia wants peace or not,' Trump: 'I will speak with Putin this week, hoping for a full cease-fire within days. I will invite Zelensky back'

YNET News - World - 21 days ago

US anti-Muslim incidents hit record high due to Israel's Gaza war

A Muslim advocacy group reported Tuesday that discrimination and attacks against American Muslims and Arabs increased by 7.4% in 2024, attributing the rise...

Daily Sabah - World - 21 days ago

What is hantavirus, the infection that killed Betsy Arakawa, Gene Hackman's wife?

Dr. Roy Zucker, an infectious disease specialist, says hantavirus is a rare infection, uncommon in Israel but more prevalent in South America and certain areas of the US; localized outbreaks occur every few years, prompting the CDC to monitor cases closely

YNET News - Science - 23 days ago

UK will return Russian money it is 'so generously giving away' – Moscow

State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin has condemned the UK for transferring proceeds from Russia’s sovereign assets to Kiev

Russia Today - Business - 25 days ago

Trump to host White House crypto summit

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday hosts top cryptocurrency players at the White House, a political boost for an industry that has struggled to gain legitimacy -- and where the Republican president faces conflict of interest concerns. The president's "crypto czar," Silicon Valley investor...

Voice of America - Technology - 26 days ago

House votes to cancel energy efficiency labeling for appliances

The House voted 222-203 Wednesday to undo the standards, which went into effect in December.

Washington Examiner - Environment - 26 days ago

Canadian Province Risks Lawsuit by Canceling Musk Contract Amid Tariff War: 'If They Come to Sue Us, So Be It'

Ontario is asserting its opposition to Trump by scrapping a $100 million contract with Elon Musk's Starlink in response to Trump's 25% tariff on Canadian goods.

International Business Times - US News - 26 days ago

Speaker Mike Johnson Is Living in a D.C. House That Is the Center of a Pastor's Secretive Influence Campaign

The Capitol Hill townhouse is owned by a major Republican donor. It’s the headquarters of a little-known political influence project that has reached a number of powerful Republican politicians.

ProPublica - Politics - 27 days ago

Drinking alcohol can lead to other substance use, addiction experts warn

Alcoholic beverages could be a “gateway drug" leading to more harmful substances, addiction experts warn. Here's why they could present this risk.

Fox News - Health - 28 days ago

IDF reservists plead for mental health support: 'No one has the right to exploit us'

Many reservists seeking mental health care face severe therapist shortage; new Defense Ministry initiative overwhelmed, leaving many without support; 'If the state wants me as a soldier, it must provide proper care,' says reservist struggling to get help

YNET News - Science - 29 days ago

Stranded ocean rower rescued off Australia

Aurimas Mockus had been stranded for three days in the Coral Sea around 460 miles east of Queensland. He had rowed there in an enclosed boat non-stop from San Diego headed for Brisbane.

Sky News - Weird - 29 days ago

Major new display showcases key works at Ireland's Museum of Modern Art

A MAJOR new exhibition has opened at Ireland’s Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) showcasing some of the...

Irish Post - Entertainment - 1 month ago

Tesla's EU sales dropped by half because of Elon Musk's antics in Germany's elections

Data from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) revealed that Tesla sold just 9,945 cars in January 2025, a sharp 45 per cent decline from the 18,161 sold in the same month from a year ago

First Post - Technology - 1 month ago

Despite regulatory challenges, hotels in the Dominican Republic drive sustainable tourism with solar energy

The transition to solar power has been slow, especially in isolated areas where electricity concession companies impose restrictions, but hotels are finding ways around it.

Global Voices - Business - 1 month ago

JetBlue Vacations says weather won't rain on its customers' parade

Travelers can get reimbursed for their trip if they experience significant rainfall through a new partnership between JetBlue Vacations and WeatherPromise.

Fox News - Environment - 1 month ago

Aer Lingus will fly Riverdance troupe across the world for anniversary tour

AER LINGUS will fly the Riverdance troupe across the globe this year as they embark on their 30th...

Irish Post - Entertainment - 1 month ago

DeepSeek AI model lacks protection mechanism, open to use by pedophiles, Israeli study finds

Research by Israeli firm ActiveFence reveals that DeepSeek’s AI model, widely used both in China and around the globe, lacks safeguards; With no internal or external protections, it’s vulnerable to abuse by criminals, pedophiles and others seeking to exploit its capabilities

YNET News - Technology - 1 month ago

McDonald's improving global sales help to offset US weakness in fourth quarter

Improving international sales helped McDonald’s overcome some weakness at home in the fourth quarter.

AP News - Health - 1 month ago

How the "Subversive Genius" of Kendrick Lamar Sent Trump Home a Loser

The Philadelphia Eagles and Kendrick Lamar’s collective of geniuses made this the Super Bowl we needed.

The Nation - Entertainment - 1 month ago

The DOGE Rampage Is Also a Bailout for Elon Musk

Elon Musk’s incursion into the federal government is unprecedented. It’s also pretty good news for his companies.

New York Magazine - Technology - 1 month ago

Washington Governor Orders Team to Study Data Centers' Impact on Energy Use, Job Creation and Tax Revenue

Last year, The Seattle Times and ProPublica reported on how the state created a massive tax break for data centers, encouraging the growth of an industry whose energy use conflicts with a goal for utilities to go carbon neutral by 2030.

ProPublica - Environment - 1 month ago

How Trump's EPA Threatens Efforts to Clean Up Areas Affected Most by Dangerous Air Pollution

In just two weeks, Donald Trump has made drastic changes to the Environmental Protection Agency. Here’s how they could impact efforts to reform toxic hot spots across the U.S. and who will be left to safeguard these communities.

ProPublica - Environment - 1 month ago

IN FOCUS: Would you put your life savings in a digital bank?

Nearly two years on, digital banks in Singapore remain unprofitable. What will it take for them to succeed?

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 1 month ago

Escape from the Palisades: Split-second decision-making, confusing responses

A deep analysis of the Palisades fire evacuation paints a chaotic scenario: As the fire roared toward homes, major escape routes were gridlocked before the first evacuation orders were given.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Dozens of People Died in Arizona Sober Living Homes as State Officials Fumbled Medicaid Fraud Response

Arizona officials acknowledged that a fraud scheme targeting Indigenous people with addictions cost taxpayers $2.5 billion. But they haven’t accounted publicly for the number of deaths tied to the scheme.

ProPublica - Health - 2 months ago

Trump inauguration moved indoors because of frigid temperatures

Washington views every presidential inauguration as different from the previous one, but Monday's inauguration of Donald Trump will really stand out. VOA Senior Washington Correspondent Carolyn Presutti explains. Cameras: Adam Greenbaum, Carolyn Presutti.

Voice of America - Politics - 2 months ago

This Storm-Battered Town Voted for Trump. He Has Vowed to Overturn the Law That Could Fix Its Homes.

Donald Trump has said he will overturn a law that helps communities better weather the effects of climate change. If he follows through, he’ll be reversing an initiative that has disproportionately benefited areas that make up his base.

ProPublica - Environment - 2 months ago

Rocket launch challenges Elon Musk's space dominance

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos's space company blasts its first rocket into orbit in a challenge to Elon Musk.

BBC News - Science - 2 months ago

Liberal policies send thousands of California homes and businesses up in flames

For decades, progressives have held every lever of power in the Golden State.

Washington Times - Opinion - 2 months ago

Microsoft Bundling Practices Focus of Federal Antitrust Probe

The Federal Trade Commission has demanded information from Microsoft and interviewed competitors as the agency’s antitrust investigation heats up. The probe follows ProPublica reporting on how the company skirted and potentially violated federal law.

ProPublica - Technology - 3 months ago

In the Ukraine Conflict, Fake Fact-Checks Are Being Used to Spread Disinformation

Social media posts debunking purported Ukrainian disinformation are themselves fake. That doesn’t stop them from being featured on Russian state TV.

ProPublica - Technology - 3 months ago

DHL cargo plane crashes into house killing at least one

Aircraft hit two-storey home in Vilnius, Lithuania with authorities investigating potential sabotage

Telegraph UK - World - 4 months ago

Britain is in 'AI arms race' with Russia, Pat McFadden to warn

Chancellor of Duchy of Lancaster will announce plans to improve cyber resilience as Moscow is prepared to attack critical UK infrastructure

Telegraph UK - World - 4 months ago

Texas Lawmakers Push for New Exceptions to State's Strict Abortion Ban After the Deaths of Two Women

The new legislation, prompted by ProPublica’s reporting, comes after 111 Texas doctors signed a public letter urging that the ban be changed because it “does not allow us as medical professionals to do our jobs.”

ProPublica - Health - 4 months ago

US demands Google sells world's most popular browser

Search giant could be forced to offload Chrome in landmark break-up

Telegraph UK - Technology - 4 months ago

The five-minute exercise that brilliant for bones, muscles and heart health

Many of us struggle with making time for daily exercise. Here’s how a five minutes of skipping could be the making of a full body work out

Telegraph UK - Health - 4 months ago

Elon Musk's bet on Trump has paid off spectacularly

The Tesla chief’s $130m investment has already repaid itself several times over – and now he has the president’s ear

Telegraph UK - Technology - 4 months ago

How Sean 'Diddy' Combs allegedly used his empire and employees to 'get his way' with women

The music mogul's sexual mistreatment of women dating back decades was aided and abetted by a complex and vast network of enablers, according to a Times review of court filings and interviews with current and former business associates.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 5 months ago

North Dakota's Likely Next Governor Brushes Off Conflict Concerns, Says His Oil and Gas Ties Would Benefit the State

Kelly Armstrong earns nearly all of his personal income from oil and gas. If elected, he'll lead boards overseeing the industry in a state with weak financial disclosure rules.

ProPublica - Politics - 5 months ago

New Mortar and Rocket Training Simulators Could Shield Marines from Blasts Linked to Brain Injury -- The Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer, which is currently in use at five Marine Corps bases across the world, allows...

The Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer, which is currently in use at five Marine Corps bases across the world, allows troops to practice firing the weapons without being exposed to what is called blast overpressure.

Military.com - Technology - 6 months ago

Election Deniers Secretly Pushed Rule That Would Make It Easier to Delay Certification of Georgia's Election Results

On Monday, the GOP-controlled State Election Board is poised to adopt the rule, which would potentially allow county officials, including one who secretly backed the rule, to throw the election results of the swing state into chaos this fall.

ProPublica - Politics - 7 months ago

Air Force Veteran Accused of Disclosing Classified Data on Aircraft, Weapons in Latest Military Leak Case -- The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Florida announced that retired Lt. Col. Paul J. Freeman has been...

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Florida announced that retired Lt. Col. Paul J. Freeman has been indicted by a federal grand jury on nine counts of retaining and sharing national defense information.

Military.com - Technology - 9 months ago

The Federal Government Just Acknowledged the Harm Its Dams Have Caused Tribes. Here's What It Left Out.

The Biden administration said officials historically gave “little, if any, consideration” to impacts on tribal fishing. But some sought deliberately to upend the harvest, according to documents obtained by ProPublica and Oregon Public Broadcasting.

ProPublica - Environment - 9 months ago

Texas Is the Largest GOP Stronghold Without Pro-School Voucher Legislation. Gov. Abbott Is on a Crusade to Change That.

Greg Abbott has campaigned against members of his own party who do not support voucher programs. This fall, he may finally get the votes needed to pass a bill — a win for the Christian conservative donors who have spent decades lobbying for it.

ProPublica - Politics - 9 months ago

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Boston Globe - Business - 1 year ago

Russian star dethrones UFC pound-for-pound king

Russia’s Islam Makhachev handed Alex Volkanovksi his first loss in a decade, in an instant classic in the UFC 284 main event

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years ago