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GOP Sen. Steve Daines of Montana won't seek reelection
· CBS News · 22h ago · Sen. Steve Daines said he had wrestled with the decision for months.
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Montana Republican Steve Daines drops Senate re-election bid minutes before deadline
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Trump ally Daines confirms resignation and withdraws bid for a third term, saying: ‘It is time for new leaders’Republican US senator Steve Daines of Montana dropped his bid for re-election to a third term Wednesday.Daines withdrew his name just m
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GOP Sen. Steve Daines of Montana says he won't seek re-election
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The two-term senator endorsed Kurt Alme, the U.S. attorney for Montana, as his successor.
Politico · 23h ago ·
Sen. Steve Daines announces he will not seek reelection
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The Montana Republican will not seek a third term, adding to a wave of retirements in the GOP ranks.
China sets lowest economic growth target since 1991
BBC · 21h ago · It is also the first time the target has been lowered since it was cut to "around 5%" in 2023.
China Sets Lowest Growth Target Since 1991 as Old Model Falters
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Italy’s Nexi Targets Faster Growth Following Transition Year
Politics
Trump administration under fire as thousands of Americans are stranded in war zone
NBC News · 19h ago · With thousands of Americans stranded in the Middle East, the Trump administration is facing criticism from Democratic lawmakers and former diplomats.
Americans stranded in conflict zone struggle to get help from State Department
· CBS News · 23h ago · As the U.S. and Israel conduct their war against Iran, the Trump administration finds itself waging another battle, facing criticism over Americans stranded in the conflict zone. Matt Gutman reports.
GOP senator joins Capitol Police in attempt to forcibly remove anti-war protester during hearing
NBC News · 21h ago · WASHINGTON — Sen. Tim Sheehy, R-Mont., helped U.S.
GOP senator joins police in ejecting protester from Capitol Hill hearing
· CBS News · 23h ago · A Senate Republican assisted several police officers in ejecting a man who interrupted a Capitol Hill hearing on Wednesday to object to the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran.
Inside the decision to remove Kristi Noem as DHS secretary
CBS News · 37m ago · The timing of Trump's Truth Social post announcing Kristi Noem's removal as DHS secretary took DHS officials and the secretary herself by surprise.
How Kristi Noem's fate was sealed: From the Politics Desk
NBC News · 37m ago · In today’s edition, Jonathan Allen breaks down President Donald Trump’s decision to fire Kristi Noem as the secretary of homeland security.
Iran's foreign minister denies seeking war with its neighbors
NBC News · 39m ago · Since the U.S. and Israel launched attacks across Iran last weekend, the Islamic Republic has retaliated by firing missiles and drones across the region, striking Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and other countries.
Trump removes DHS Secretary Kristi Noem after controversial tenure
Washington Post · 53m ago · President Donald Trump announced the decision on social media and said Noem would be replaced with Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.).
The president 'wants to help': White House to tackle likeness rights concerns with athletes, executives
Politico · 2h ago · Name, image and likeness rights expected to be discussed at Friday's roundtable on the future of college athletics.
Vance balances role as Trump's deputy and his own ambitions
NPR · 2h ago · President Trump isn't always clear about his policies and why he favors them. That's where Vice President JD Vance comes in.
Markwayne Mullin faces a straightforward path to confirmation as DHS secretary
Politico · 2h ago · The Senate tends to be kind to its own members, and at least one Democrat is on board.
Trump hints U.S. will turn to Cuba after Iran: 'Just a question of time'
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Nation
RFK Jr. vowed to restore public trust in health. It's not working, a new survey suggests.
NBC News · 1h ago · Americans are losing confidence in the nation’s public health agencies, a new survey finds. RFK Jr. has vowed to restore trust but only 38% of adults trust him.
USPS expects to run out of cash in a year without help from Congress, postmaster says
ABC News · 1h ago · The U.S. Postal Service is on track to run out of cash within a year unless Congress lets it borrow more
Attorneys for suspect in Los Angeles' Palisades Fire seek his release based on new evidence
ABC News · 1h ago · Defense attorneys for the man accused of sparking the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles are holding a news conference to call for his release in light of new evidence
Trump cuts his losses on Noem after controversial tenure at homeland security
BBC · 1h ago · Noem was one of the administration's brightest stars when she stepped into the role, but has faced a mounting backlash in recent months.
Anthropic labelled a supply chain risk by Pentagon
BBC · 2h ago · The supply chain risk designation of the artificial intelligence firm is a first for a US company.
Austin PD give update on probe of deadly mass shooting that killed 3
CBS News · 2h ago · Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis played surveillance video and police body cam video.
24 states sue Trump administration over new global tariffs
CBS News · 2h ago · Two dozen states filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump's legal authority to impose new global tariffs.
Iran war hits housing market as mortgage rates rise to 6%
CBS News · 2h ago · Mortgage rates are rising as bond investors fret that rising oil prices could boost inflation.
House rejects bid to curb Trump's war powers on Iran
BBC · 2h ago · Democrats have questioned whether the US faced the kind of "imminent" threat from Iran that would legally allow the president to take military action on his own.
Our favorite portable power station is over 45% off
NBC News · 2h ago · A portable power station is a great home energy backup, especially for apartments, and this favorite is over 45% off right now.
Business
Canal+’s MultiChoice to End Loss-Making Showmax Platform
Bloomberg · 16h ago
Canal+ Axes MultiChoice Streamer Showmax (EXCLUSIVE)
· Variety · 17h ago · Canal+, busy with aggressive cost-cutting since it recently acquired Africa’s MultiChoice pay-TV group, is shuttering its loss-making and money-guzzling video streaming service Showmax that MultiChoice ran in partnership with NBCUniversal.
Malaysia Holds Interest Rate Steady as Global Risks Rise
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Malaysia to Hold Rate as Mideast War Fuels Fresh Uncertainty
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Stefon Diggs Contract Clause: Why the Wide Receiver Is Being Released From the Patriots Despite Stellar Performance
International Business Times · 17h ago · Discover why the New England Patriots released NFL star Stefon Diggs, how it affects their salary cap, and what it means for his future in free agency.
Source: Pats to release Diggs after one season
· ESPN · 23h ago · The Patriots plan to release wide receiver Stefon Diggs, a source confirmed to ESPN.
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CBS News · Mar 4, 2026 ·
Patriots to release Stefon Diggs, New England saves more than $16 million against cap by parting ways with WR
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After just one year in New England, Diggs will be a free agent
Markets Have One Clear Iran War Winner— America
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Russia Is Big Winner as Iran War Drains Supplies That Ukraine Needs
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China Boosts Defense Spending by 7%, Slowest Pace Since 2022
Bloomberg · 21h ago
China to reportedly boost defense spending by 7%, slowest pace since 2021
· CNBC · 22h ago · Beijing's planned military budget, reported by Reuters, comes amid increased conflict in the Middle East.
Trade court orders tariff refunds in setback for Trump administration
BBC · Mar 4, 2026 · A trade court has cleared the way for businesses to receive refunds for tariffs that the Supreme Court struck down last month.
Companies are entitled to Trump tariff refunds, trade court rules
· CBS News · Mar 4, 2026 · A federal court in New York ruled Wednesday that businesses that paid emergency tariffs invalidated by the Supreme Court are eligible for refunds.
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Judge rules companies are entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs overturned by the Supreme Court
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In a defeat for the Trump administration, a federal judge in New York ruled Wednesday that companies that paid tariffs struck down last month by Supreme Court are due refunds
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Judge clears path for refunds on Trump's tariffs that the Supreme Court ruled unlawful
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A federal judge on Wednesday said companies are entitled to benefits from the recent Supreme Court ruling that struck down Trump-era tariffs.
Postpartum Diagnosis vs. Treatment Rates Diverge: Weill Cornell OBGYN Researcher
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Asian Stocks Set to Fall, Crude Oil Drops at Open: Markets Wrap
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Top American admiral in the Middle East says the US struck an Iranian drone carrier. He said 'it's on fire.'
Business Insider · 29m ago · Adm. Cooper also said Iranian ballistic missile strikes are down 90% from the first day of the war, and drone strikes are down 83%.
Western automakers outsourced supply chains for decades — now Chinese rivals have the cost edge
CNBC · 35m ago · A recent Rhodium Group report found that structural factors outweigh the effects of state subsidies on the profit margins of Chinese electric vehicle companies.
Technology
OpenAI's Altman admits defense deal was 'opportunistic and sloppy' amid backlash
CNBC · Mar 2, 2026 · Sam Altman says that OpenAI "shouldn't have rushed" its deal with the Defense Department and was making "some additions."
How OpenAI caved to the Pentagon on AI surveillance
· The Verge · Mar 2, 2026 · On Friday evening, amidst fallout from a standoff between the Department of Defense and Anthropic, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that his own company had successfully negotiated new terms with the Pentagon.
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CBS News · Mar 4, 2026 ·
Anthropic CEO: We're trying to "deescalate" Pentagon AI standoff to reach agreement
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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said his company and the Department of Defense "have much more in common than we have differences."
Bloomberg · Mar 2, 2026 ·
OpenAI Strikes Pentagon AI Deal
Business Insider · Mar 1, 2026 ·
The government's AI standoff could decide who really controls America's military tech
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The dispute between the Department of Defense, Anthropic, and OpenAI has sparked a broader debate over who sets the terms for how AI systems are used.
Morgan Stanley's top tech banker: It's 'wartime, not peacetime' for software
CNBC · 28m ago · AI is delivering a reality check to Wall Street —and it’s clear from the vibe shift at the Morgan Stanley Tech, Media and Telecom conference.
Lawmakers just advanced online safety laws that requireage verification at the app store
The Verge · 30m ago · A package of child safety bills is headed to the House floor following an hours-long session that left Democrats and Republicans divided. On Thursday, lawmakers on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce voted to advance the Kids Internet and Digi
The Pentagon formally labels Anthropic a supply-chain risk
The Verge · 44m ago · After weeks of failed negotiations, public ultimatums, and lawsuit threats, the Defense Department has formally labeled Anthropic a "supply-chain risk", escalating its fight with the AI company over their acceptable use policies and potentially bringing their fight to court.
Private Credit Concerns Grow as Execs See Tough Times Ahead
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China’s First Gaming Billionaire Aims to Create‘Smarter-Than-Man’ AI
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‘Fear Effect’ And The Poisonous Pull Of Nostalgia
Forbes · 51m ago · This PS1 cult classic feels more cult, less classic.
Iranian Hacking Outage Coincided With Israeli Military Strike
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3 Signs You Were ‘Born In The Wrong Era,’ By A Psychologist
Forbes · 1h ago · Have you ever gotten the feeling that you belong in another century? Psychology says there may be a reason for feeling like you were born in the wrong era.
Here’s Every Country Directly Impacted by the War on Iran
Wired · 1h ago · As the conflict in the Middle East continues to escalate, more than a dozen countries in the region have reportedly been affected by air strikes.
Entertainment
BTS Release Comeback Live Trailer: ‘Seven Together, We Can Do Anything’
Rolling Stone · 21h ago · The Netflix livestream will broadcast from Seoul on March 21
BTS Says '7 Together, We Can Do Anything' in 1st Trailer for Netflix Concert
· NBC News · 23h ago · The countdown is on for BTS’ highly anticipated return — and Netflix is sharing a sneak peek.
Gary Dontzig, Writer and Producer on ‘Murphy Brown,’ Dies at 79
Variety · 22h ago · Gary Dontzig, a writer and producer on the hit CBS sitcom “Murphy Brown,” died Feb. 23 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. He was 79. His longtime writing partner, Steven Peterman, confirmed Dontzig died of a rare autoimmune disease on Facebook.
Gary Dontzig Dies: ‘Murphy Brown’ Writer-Producer Who Won Three Emmys Was 79
· Deadline Hollywood · Mar 4, 2026 · Gary Dontzig, who won three Emmys as a writer-producer of Murphy Brown and also worked on Becker, Suddenly Susan, State of Grace, Hannah Montana and other series, has died.
‘Love Story’ is FX’s Most-Watched Limited Series Ever on Disney+ and Hulu
Variety · 1h ago · “Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette” is FX’s most-watched limited series ever on Disney+ and Hulu, according to the cabler. The first five episodes of the Ryan Murphy series have been streamed more than 25 million hours since the series premiere on Feb.
Young Conservatives Are, Once Again, Being Racist in the Group Chat
Rolling Stone · 1h ago · A Miami-Dade County Republican Party group chat was flooded with slurs weeks after it was created
‘Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr.& Carolyn Bessette’ Courts Record-Breaking Streaming Audience For FX
Deadline Hollywood · 1h ago · Audiences are enamored with mega-producer Ryan Murphy’s latest retelling of an American cultural phenomena. Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr.& Carolyn Bessette, EP’d by Murphy and written by Connor Hines, has become FX’s most-watched limited seri
Blackpink and Disney Go Punk in New Streetwear Collection — And Each Purchase Comes With a Collectible Photo Card of the Kpop Group
Variety · 1h ago · Disney goes punk in a new collection with Blackpink. The limited-edition apparel line, timed to the Kpop group’s record-breaking world tour, launched March 5 exclusively on Complex.com.
Eric Dane’s Memoir, Completed Shortly Before His Death, Due This Fall
Rolling Stone · 1h ago · My Book of Days will address the late actor's thoughts on "family, resilience, faith, sobriety, fatherhood, and what it means to live fully in the face of terminal illness"
Leslie Bibb and Alex Edelman Style Tailored Blazers With Shorts and Sneakers In Playful Brooks Brothers Campaign
Variety · 1h ago · Brooks Brothers is hoping a trip to “The White Lotus” will give women more of a reason to shop the legendary fashion brand. Leslie Bibb, who starred in the latest season of the hit HBO series, now fronts a new ad campaign for Brooks Brothers, out today.
B2K and Bow Wow's Boys 4 Life Tour is powered by forgiveness and accountability
ABC News · 1h ago · The platinum-selling R&B group B2K has reunited for the upcoming Boys 4 Life Tour, and they’re co-headlining with fellow 2000s superstar, Bow Wow
The first appearance of a robot on film has made its way to the Library of Congress
NPR · 2h ago · A long-lost 1897 George Melies film, arguably the first robot science fiction story committed to film, has made its way to the Library of Congress.
Sports
Stewart's 32-point night lifts Mist to Unrivaled title
ESPN · 19h ago · Despite a brilliant 40-point performance from Kelsey Plum, Breanna Stewart and Mist topped Phantom 80-74 in the championship game to become the queens of Unrivaled for 2026.
Stewart scores 32 points, carries Mist to 80-74 win over Plum, Phantom in Unrivaled final
· ABC News · 19h ago · Breanna Stewart leads Mist to an Unrivaled championship, adding another title to a packed resume and the league she co-founded
Eight ejected, referee injured amid South Alabama-Coastal Carolina brawl at Sun Belt basketball tournament
CBS News · 22h ago · The melee resulted in four suspensions handed out by the Sun Belt
S. Alabama-CCU brawl injures ref, sees 8 ejected
· ESPN · 23h ago · A brawl between South Alabama and Coastal Carolina in the women's Sun Belt Tournament on Wednesday left eight players ejected and knocked a referee to the ground where she required medical attention.
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Fight at Coastal Carolina, South Alabama women's Sun Belt game injures ref and forces 8 ejections
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A brawl between South Alabama and Coastal Carolina in the Sun Belt Tournament forced eight players to be ejected and knocked a referee to the ground
Bills trading for Bears WR Moore, sources say
ESPN · 1h ago · The Bears have agreed to a trade to send wide receiver DJ Moore to the Bills, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
NCAA challenging eligibility of Rebels' Chambliss
ESPN · 1h ago · The NCAA is appealing the preliminary injunction that a state court in Mississippi granted to Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss to allow him a sixth college season in 2026.
Sources: Saints sack king Jordan to be free agent
ESPN · 1h ago · Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan will become a free agent when the new league begins next week, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Sources: Mavs' Flagg (foot) cleared for return
ESPN · 1h ago · Mavericks rookie star Cooper Flagg has been cleared to return after missing the last eight games due to a left midfoot sprain, sources told ESPN.
UNC star Wilson still not cleared for Duke return
ESPN · 1h ago · Star freshman Caleb Wilson is increasing practice work for No. 17 North Carolina ahead of the rivalry game at No. 1 Duke but has yet to be cleared for 5-on-5 action due to his hand fracture.
Judge rules Beasley owes $1M to former agency
ESPN · 1h ago · A federal judge in New York issued a $1 million civil judgment against NBA free agent Malik Beasley on Thursday in a contract dispute with his former agency.
Sources: Celtics' Tatum expected to return Fri.
ESPN · 1h ago · Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum is expected to make his 2025-26 NBA season debut against the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night at TD Garden, sources told ESPN.
Leafs trade Roy to Avs for 1st-, 5th-round picks
ESPN · 1h ago · The Maple Leafs traded center Nicolas Roy to the Avalanche for a conditional first-round draft choice in 2027 and a conditional fifth-round pick in 2026.
World
China sets a lower economic growth target of 4.5% to 5% for 2026 as challenges loom
NPR · 16h ago · China has signaled continuity rather than change for its economy, setting a slightly lower target for growth this year in the midst of a property slump and other headwinds at home and growing uncertainty abroad.
China sets a lower economic growth target of 4.5% to 5% for 2026 as challenges loom
· ABC News · 22h ago · China has set an economic growth target of 4.5% to 5% for this year, a slight decrease in the face of a prolonged property slump and other headwinds and global uncertainty
Daylight Saving Time 2026 Begins March 8: Here's Why Experts Say This May Be Dangerous For Your Health
International Business Times · 17h ago · Explore the health and safety impacts of daylight saving time, including increased heart attack and accident risks. Discover expert solutions and tips to mitigate these effects.
Clocks ‘Spring Forward’ This Sunday: When Daylight Saving Time Begins
· Forbes · 17h ago · Clocks spring forward at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, 2026. Here’s exactly when Daylight Saving Time begins and ends in the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Europe.
Britney Spears Exposed: 911 Dispatch Reveals Star Swerved Lanes Before DUI Arrest
International Business Times · 21m ago · Newly released 911 recordings reveal that police were tracking a swerving black BMW before Britney Spears was arrested on suspicion of DUI in Ventura County. The audio offers the clearest account yet of the moments leading up to the stop.
Is iPhone 17e Worth It? Launch Date and Pre-Order Details Revealed as Xcode Leak Confirmed 8GB of RAM
International Business Times · 42m ago · Apple's iPhone 17e goes on pre‑order 4 March with a $599 starting price, 256GB storage and a confirmed 8GB of RAM via an Xcode leak. The model is positioned as a more affordable entry into the iPhone 17 family without losing key features.
Is Markwayne Mullin Any Different From Kristi Noem? Resurfaced Video Sparks Major Outrage Over ICE Leadership
International Business Times · 46m ago · US President Donald Trump appoints Markwayne Mullin as the new Secretary of Homeland Security, replacing Kristi Noem amid ongoing criticism.
Did Kristi Noem Cheat On Bryon Noem With Corey Lewandowski? 'ICE Barbie' Offended By 'Sexual Relations' Queries
International Business Times · 46m ago · Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces intense questioning over alleged affair with Corey Lewandowski during a House Judiciary Committee hearing.
'We have only just begun to fight,' says Hegseth on Iran war
NBC News · 52m ago · Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said the fight in Iran has only "just begun" during remarks at U.S. Southern Command Headquarters. NBC News’ Courtney Kube details what this could mean for the war's possible length.
10 Photos of Kristi Noem: 'Ice Barbie' — From DHS Chief to Trump's Latest Casualty
International Business Times · 57m ago · President Trump removes Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security following financial controversies and congressional testimony.
Iran’s regime faces historic threat, but it’s not lacking in confidence
Christian Science Monitor · 59m ago · The U.S. and Israeli leaders have made it clear they want regime change in Iran. But the Islamic Republic had prepared for this day, with a political succession plan and a battlefield strategy.
After 80 years, the U.S.-U.K. 'special relationship' has changed under Trump
NPR · 1h ago · Winston Churchill coined the phrase "special relationship" 80 years ago. Now, his grandson says Trump is damaging U.S.-U.K. ties, and diplomats warn a divorce may be in the works.
Science
This week in science: Prehistoric cooking, earthquakes in the PNW, and teens' sleep
NPR · 1h ago · Regina Barber and Katia Riddle of NPR's Short Wave podcast talk about prehistoric cooking, earthquakes in the Pacific Northwest and how teens are sleeping less than before.
Faecal transplants—a treatment for bipolar disorder?
The Economist · 2h ago · Initial results from a test are intriguing
Thirty-Four Years Ago, a British Museum Staffer Stole 350 Prints in Broad Daylight. A New Book Chronicles the Thefts and Their Fallout
Smithsonian · 3h ago · While seemingly unreported at the time, the pilfering was uncovered by historian Barnaby Phillips as part of his research for a new book about African treasures
Ocean temperatures may be protecting Earth from a planet-wide drought
Science Daily · 3h ago · Ocean temperatures may be quietly protecting the world from a global drought catastrophe. By analyzing more than a century of climate data, researchers discovered that droughts rarely spread across the planet at the same time, affecting only about 1.
Most Insect Species Call the Tropics Home. But Climate Change Is Pushing Many of the Critters There to Their Heat Limits
Smithsonian · 3h ago · Insects in the lowlands will have an especially hard time with rising temperatures, a new study suggests
Anime, Manga and Traditional Japanese Art Come Together at an Upcoming Auction—From Hokusai's 'The Great Wave' to Miyazaki's 'My Neighbor Totoro'
Smithsonian · 3h ago · The sale places pop culture artifacts in conversation with Japan's rich visual traditions. According to Christie's, these items "trace the enduring resonance of motifs, techniques and narratives rooted in Japan's past"
T. rex took 40 years to reach full size, study finds
Science Daily · 4h ago · Tyrannosaurus rex may have taken far longer to grow up than scientists once thought. By analyzing growth rings in fossilized leg bones from 17 tyrannosaur specimens and using new statistical methods, researchers found that the famous predator likely
Why Has Punch, an Adorable Baby Monkey, Struggled to Fit in With His Troop? Scientists Explain the Lives of Japanese Macaques
Smithsonian · 7h ago · Experts say the other monkeys' aggressive behaviors toward Punch are pretty normal
NASA Wallops Supports First Rocket Lab HASTE Launch of 2026
NASA · 7h ago · NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility supported a Rocket Lab HASTE suborbital launch from the company’s Launch Complex 2 in Virginia on Feb. 27, 2026. The mission, called Cassowary Vex, supported aflight of a hypersonic test platformfor the Department ofWar’sDefense Innovation Unit.
Could Life on Earth Have Descended From Microbes That Traveled From Mars Long Ago?
Smithsonian · 7h ago · Scientists demonstrated that an Earthly extremophile might withstand being ejected from the Red Planet on debris spewed into space due to an asteroid strike
Health
Wide Awake At 2 A.M. Here’s Why Insomnia Peaks During Menopause
Forbes · 1h ago · Understanding how menopausal symptoms contribute to insomnia is a critical first step toward improving sleep health and overall well-being.
Medical schools agree to expand their nutrition curriculum this fall
NPR · 2h ago · Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that 53 medical schools in 31 states will expand their nutrition curriculum to 40 hours. Most medical schools fall short of the recommended 25 hours.
FDA official calls UniQure's gene therapy a 'failed' treatment for Huntington's disease
CNBC · 4h ago · UniQure needs to run another trial to prove its gene therapy "actually helps people with Huntington's disease," said a senior FDA official.
Can a digital tablet cut back a country's overuse of antibiotics?
NPR · 4h ago · Overprescribing antibiotics breeds antibiotic resistance. A new tool aims to lower a notably high rate of such prescriptions in Rwanda.
RFK Jr. challenges Dunkin' and Starbucks over sugary drinks
CBS News · 6h ago · HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
We're dipping into our large cash pile to buy more of this health-care stock
CNBC · 7h ago · The stock's drop this week isn't tied to fundamentals.
Body Positivity Advocates Open up on Weight Loss Drugs' Impact
NBC News · 8h ago · With the rise in the use of weight loss medications, new questions are emerging about where the body positivity movement fits into the conversation. Body acceptance advocate and Megababe founder Katie Sturino and body positivity influencer Gabriella
Eli Lilly launches program to help boost employer coverage of obesity drugs in U.S.
CNBC · 8h ago · Employers can use Lilly's platform to connect with different third-party program administrators that help manage obesity treatment benefits and costs.
How to Build Generational Health: Family History, Habits, More
NBC News · 9h ago · Dr. Heather Hirsch, a board-certified internist and women’s mid-life health expert, joins TODAY to explain generational health and the habits worth passing down to the next generation.
Alzheimer’s may start with inflammation in the skin, lungs or gut
New Scientist · 12h ago · The Alzheimer’s field is being turned on its head as mounting evidence points to the disease beginning outside the brain many years before symptoms start.
Books
Mundane, magic, maybe both — a new book explores 'The Writer's Room'
NPR · Mar 4, 2026 · Why are we captivated by the spaces where where authors write? Katie da Cunha Lewin set out to explore "The Hidden Worlds That Shape the Books We Love."
10 new books in March offer mental vacations
NPR · Mar 3, 2026 · March is always a big one for books – this year is no different. We call out a handful of upcoming titles for readers to put on their radars — offering a good alternative to doomscrolling.
A sinister spring: Five mysteries for the new season
Christian Science Monitor · Mar 2, 2026 · This batch of novels involves a locked taxicab, a crime-fighting lepidopterist, an accused Welsh terrier, and a nosy aunty. The plots keep readers guessing.
Exposing the roots of vigilantism that persist today
Christian Science Monitor · Mar 2, 2026 · The trial of Bernhard Goetz in New York in the 1980s raised issues of safety, fear, punishment, and power that still reverberate.
‘The Marble Faun’: Nathaniel Hawthorne’s Novel of Worlds Old and New
Wall Street Journal · Feb 27, 2026
Putting my stamp on a lost art: Why I still send postcards
Christian Science Monitor · Feb 27, 2026 · Always dialed in to the digital world, one writer finds respite in his postcard pastime – proof of the old truth that givers get more than receivers.
English painter John Constable captured the rhythms of rural life
Christian Science Monitor · Feb 26, 2026 · The farms and fields of Constable’s native Suffolk county provided rich material and spiritual sustenance.
This novel about family drama is so good you may want to re-read it immediately
NPR · Feb 25, 2026 · Allegra Goodman's new novel is called This Is Not About Us, but critic Maureen Corrigan says that title is coy: Readers are bound to see aspects of themselves and their families in these pages.
Years ago, novelist Tayari Jones snuck into a writing class. It changed her life
NPR · Feb 24, 2026 · Jones' new novel, Kin, is set in 1950s Louisiana and Atlanta, and tells the story of two young women who grow up next door to each other without their mothers.
History of mixed-race children orphaned in Germany after WWII inspires new novel by Sadeqa Johnson
NPR · Feb 22, 2026 · NPR's Emily Kwong speaks with Sadeqa Johnson about her new novel THE KEEPER OF LOST CHILDREN and discovering the story of mixed-race children who were left in German orphanages following World War II.
Lifestyle
Quoting the Bible, more Democrats lean into being Christian
Christian Science Monitor · 3h ago · For decades, Republicans have embraced Christianity and faith-based leadership. A new crop of Democrats is now doing the same.
The Stoop Pigeon, A Hub For Women’s Sports, To Open In Philadelphia
Forbes · 3h ago · The 2,500-square-foot venue in Center City will operate as a cafe, co-working space, and bar.
New Zealand Reopens Luxury Housing Market as Rich Foreigners Eye Havens
Bloomberg · 4h ago
BIGBANG Will Kick Off World Tour In 2026 To Celebrate 20th Anniversary
Forbes · 5h ago · BIGBANG, the iconic K-pop boy band that influenced groups like BTS and Blackpink, is confirmed to embark on a world tour in 2026, according to a new YG announcement.
House Of Leon Thinks Your Furniture Should Have A Passport
Forbes · 7h ago · House of Leon's fifth collection, Antwerp, bets on French oak and Belgian linen. For the twin-founded LA brand, restraint is the new provocation.
The ‘90s Called And They Said You Look Fabulous
Forbes · 8h ago · Nostalgia for '90s fashion is at a fever pitch. As the seasons change, the best way to indulge your inner Carolyn Bessette Kennedy is with timeless accessories and beauty staples.
If you loved 'Sinners,' here's what to watch next
NPR · 10h ago · So you loved best picture nominee Sinners. What should you watch next? We asked our audience to share their recommendations. They suggested Near Dark, The Wailingand other vampire horror films.
7th Annual ‘All Things Food’ Summit Returns To Austin For SXSW 2026
Forbes · 11h ago · From urban food policy and climate-resilient agriculture to media and storytelling, the free event highlights ideas and collaborative solutions across the food industry.
Storage Is the New Status Symbol
Bloomberg · 19h ago
In Tacoma, a joyful treasure hunt for 'monkeyshines' has been going on for 2 decades
NPR · Mar 4, 2026 · In Tacoma, Wash., glass artists hide beautiful glass spheres around the city each winter for residents to find. They're called "monkeyshines," because the first ones were stamped with a monkey stamp.
Travel
13 Cool Restaurants In Warwickshire For 2026
Forbes · 4h ago · An expert guide on where to eat in Warwickshire in 2026.
World Cup Uncertainty Grows—Here’s Why The Promised Tourism Boon Is Under Threat
Forbes · 4h ago · With an expanding war in the Middle East and less than 100 days until the start of the World Cup, the promised $30.5 billion economic boon to the U.S. is not a sure thing.
The best river cruises around the world for 2026
The Independent UK · 5h ago · Take a tour of the world’s most famous waterways including the Danube and the Nile River on your next holiday
The Inn At Sundance Mountain Resort Carries On Robert Redford’s Vision
Forbes · 5h ago · The new Inn at Sundance Mountain Resort carries on Robert Redford's ideal of art, nature and recreation in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah
Watching Videos Without Headphones On Your Flight Could Get You Banned
Forbes · 6h ago · United Airlines is cracking down on passengers who play videos or music out loud, adding a headphone requirement to its passenger contract.
If You’re Gen-Z, Your Ski Pass Just Got Cheaper
Forbes · 6h ago · Epic Passes for the 2026–27 ski season are now on sale. Vail Resorts raised prices but added a 20 percent discount for Gen-Z skiers and snowboarders ages 13–30.
Qatar Airways sets up Oman hub for passengers stranded by Iran-US conflict
The Independent UK · 7h ago · Exclusive: From Friday, a small number of jets will travel from Muscat to Heathrow
Inside Malka, The Restaurant Brand Making Kosher Cuisine Cool
Forbes · 7h ago · From Tel Aviv to New York and West Palm Beach, the Israeli restaurant brand is changing the perception of kosher cuisine with live-fire cooking, bold flavors and a lively vibe.
How Cruise Gratuities Really Work
Forbes · 8h ago · From pre-paying cruise gratuities to removing them altogether, this is how tipping crew at sea works in 2026.
The argument for scrapping business and first class on flights
The Independent UK · 10h ago · Budget airlines tend to be more efficient as they seat as many passengers as possible
Opinion
Iran CanTurn the Persian Gulf Into a Minefield
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On Board a Stranded Tanker in the Persian Gulf
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Now Even Apple Is Worried About Affordability
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It’s Time for China to Invest in People. For Real
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Be Liquid When Others Are Illiquid
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How to Ride Out a Brush With Market Panic
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Hormuz Is the Hidden Risk to the AI Economy
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The absurdity of imprisoning parents for their children’s crimes
Washington Post · 5h ago · The guilty verdict against Colin Gray in school shooting case creates a dangerous precedent.
Scammers are getting smarter. We must, too.
Washington Post · 6h ago · AI scams, data center NIMBYsim, SNAP and access, in readers’ eyes.
With Iran, international law has lost its credibility
Washington Post · 8h ago · International lawyers defend a framework that cannot capture real moral differences in war.
Health Care Can’t Be the Only Job in Town. But It Is
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Features
The Ballad of Ollie Jackson
Longreads · 3h ago · "How the baddest man int he St. Louis underworld failed to become a folk hero."
The Dark and Stormy Tale of a ShantyTok Band
Longreads · 14h ago · When a scraggly band of folk musicians arrived to tour the UK, residents of a small Welsh town were enamored—until they learned that the band’s leader ruled with an iron fist.
25 Years of iPod Brain
Longreads · Mar 4, 2026 · "Changed for good."
The Longreads Questionnaire, Featuring Rebecca Solnit
Longreads · Mar 4, 2026 · The author of The Beginning Comes After the End talks about jackrabbits, her own “informational hypervigilance,” and the one word she won’t stop using.
A Sojourn into the Stephen King Archive: ‘The Dark Half’
Longreads · Mar 3, 2026 · "Typescript drafts on view in the newly opened archive reframe the horror maestro’s relationship with his alter ego, Richard Bachman."
The Man Who Broke Into Jail
Longreads · Mar 3, 2026 · "In Nashville, a criminal-justice activist commits a baffling crime."
The real reasons birth rates are declining worldwide
New Scientist · Mar 3, 2026 · From the cost of childcare to the housing crisis, there’s no shortage ofexplanationsfor the dramatic global fall in the number of babies being born. These analyses, though, are all missing something, says cognitive and evolutionary anthropologist Paula Sheppard
Poisonous Objects
Longreads · Mar 3, 2026 · "Two exhibitions in Los Angeles respond to the racist monuments to Confederate soldiers that have been erected all over the United States."
A Complimentary Profile Of Jason Lee That Was Surprisingly Difficult To Publish
Longreads · Mar 3, 2026 · "The paradox of Jason Lee . . . is that he is a celebrity who openly invites fans to come hang out with him on a regular basis, but who also has historically remained a notably private person."
My Unlikely Existence
Longreads · Mar 3, 2026 · Is AI helping prospective parents game the fertility lottery? Should it?