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Italy and Gattuso 'mutually terminate' contract
Manager Gennaro Gattuso and Italy agree to "mutually terminate" his contract after their failure to qualify for a third successive World Cup.
Patrick Whitesell’s WIN Sports Opens Golf Division, Hires Agent Brent Hamilton
WIN Sports Group named veteran agent Brent Hamilton as a partner who will lead a new golf division, a sign the organization intends to work in more sports beyond its immediate expertise in representing talent tied to football. “Brent has an exceptional eye for identifying
Dangerous lignite: Bosnia and Herzegovina has problems with its energy transition
Will Bosnia-Herzegovina's belated start to the energy transition delay its EU accession? The country is struggling to move away from coal-fired power generation. There is a shortage of desulphurisation plants. The air pollution is at an extreme level. The consequences are
Raccoin review: a coin pusher about how Balatro was cool, and little else
Raccoin tries to map Balatro's roguelike magic onto a coin pusher but doesn't walk away with the same lightning-in-a-bottle success.
Bumblebees can perceive rhythm, despite their brains being the size of a sesame seed
Humans are creatures of rhythms. As far as we know, humans have always sung and always danced. We can recognize a song by its rhythm alone, regardless of whether it is played fast or slow.
Sea power in the modern age — why Trump is taking over maritime trade routes
America's attacks on Iran reveal a deeper strategic logic behind Donald Trump’s “America First” doctrine: a renewed emphasis on controlling the maritime chokepoints that underpin economic and geopolitical power.
Savannah Guthrie’s Brave Choice: How Will the ‘Today’ Anchor Return to Morning TV Amid Mom’s Unsolved Disappearance?
When Savannah Guthrie returns Monday, April 6, to NBC’s “Today” after two months of grappling with the surreal abduction in Arizona of her mother, Nancy, producers and staffers will breathe a sigh of relief. Here is the scene many have hoped for: the morning program’s mainstay
Inside the ‘Mania’ of Oasis’ Multi-Million Dollar Merchandise Campaign: ‘The Fandom Is Extraordinary’
“Oasis Live ’25” might have been the hottest ticket of last year, but nearly as intense was the frenzy to buy the reunion tour’s merchandise. The mammoth merch campaign around the band’s first tour in 16 years — orchestrated by Warner Music Group’s WMX division — has finally
White House calls reports of Gabbard's impending ouster 'fake news'
The White House is denying reports that Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard is next, after President Trump ousted Attorney General Pam Bondi on Thursday. White House Communications Director Steven Cheung said Trump has “total confidence” in the DNI "and any
Explore Art UK’s Digital Database of More Than 6,600 Street Art Murals
Art UK connects viewers to public collections around the nation, including ephemeral street art. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Explore Art UK’s
Live updates: White House budget expected, with up to $1.5T for defense
The White House on Friday is expected to send its 2027 budget proposal to Congress. It is expected to include a major boost to defense spending, as much as $1.5 trillion, with about $350 billion funded via reconciliation, an official with the Office of Management and Budget
U.S. payrolls rose by 178,000 in March, more than expected; unemployment at 4.3%
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 59,000 in March, with the unemployment rate holding at 4.4%.
US jobs surge in March despite Iran war
Employers added 178,000 jobs, far more than had expected, the Labor Department says.
US adds 178K jobs in March, far more than expected
The U.S. job market accelerated in March, adding far more jobs than expected after a major February decline. U.S. employment grew by 178,000 jobs last month, according to data released Friday by the Labor Department. The March job boost came in far higher than the gain of
Whole Hog Politics with Bill Sammon and Bill Sammon: Join the discussion
The Hill’s senior vice president of editorial content, Bill Sammon, joins NewsNation’s Chris Stirewalt to discuss the latest political hot topics and national news in “Whole Hog Politics.” The show will begin at 9 a.m. EST. Watch above. Register for the event here to join the
Israel's PM says 70% of Iran's steel production capacity destroyed, hindering weapons production
Friday began with Israel saying it was under attack by a new barrage of missiles from Iran, as President Donald Trump warned the United States had yet to begin "destroying what's left" of the Islamic republic's infrastructure.
The secrets of black holes and the Higgs mass could be hidden in a 7-dimensional geometry
One of the greatest mysteries of modern physics, the "black hole information paradox," might have finally found an elegant solution, and the answer could also reveal the origins of the mass of fundamental particles.
Taiwan opposition leader’s China trip is fraught with risk
Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of Taiwan’s main opposition Kuomintang (KMT), plans to visit mainland China from April 7-12. Cross-Strait dialogue is crucial for managing tensions, which have risen sharply over the past decade, and the KMT has long played an important role in
US employers add 178K jobs in March in stronger-than-expected report
Hiring in March was surprisingly strong, signaling the labor market was stabilizing ahead of the war in Iran.
French-owned CMA CGM container ship passes Strait of Hormuz, data shows
By Nerijus Adomaitis and Dominique Vidalon PARIS, April 3 (Reuters) - A container ship belonging to French shipping group CMA CGM has passed through the Strait of Hormuz, MarineTraffic vessel tracking data shows, in a sign that Iran may not consider France a hostile nation. The
Charley Crockett Fought the Law and Found a Concept Album: ‘I’ve Been Legal Ever Since’
On Age of the Ram , the country singer completes his "Sagebrush Trilogy" by cementing his relationship with producer Shooter Jennings and finding himself in the story of a rodeo cowboy
Liberation Day tariffs celebrated a year out by Trump, few others
WASHINGTON — One year after President Donald Trump announced his now-illegal “Liberation Day” tariffs, he marked the anniversary by signing executive orders adjusting duties on pharmaceuticals and metals as Democratic critics slammed economic fallout from Trump’s trade
Putin’s delusions in Ukraine could rouse him to take on NATO
The Kremlin may have attempted to lay the groundwork for a hybrid aggression with the Narva People’s Republic “hoax.”
Blanche: I never heard Trump say Bondi exit 'had anything to do with the Epstein files'
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said Thursday that Pam Bondi's ouster from the Justice Department was not related to the Trump administration's release of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. “I have never heard President Trump say anything that the
France's Muslim gathering ban overturned by courts
The Paris police department had argued that the four-day gathering was a security threat because it could be a target of terrorism.
‘It’s a Long, Long Road, Brother’: How Ringo Starr Found New Inspiration in Nashville
The Beatles drummer is celebrating his country music renaissance with the new LP Long Long Road , surely the best album ever made by an 85-year-old
Quantum coherence could be preserved at large scales in realistic environments
Quantum states are notoriously fragile, and can be destroyed simply through interactions, measurements, and exposure to their surrounding environments. In a new theoretical study published in Physical Review X, Rohan Mittal and colleagues at the University of Cologne have
Dennis Quaid to Receive Patriot Ally Award at the Military-Themed MV Awards Gala in Los Angeles
Actor Dennis Quaid will be honored with the Patriot Ally Award at the military-themed MV Awards, set for May 23 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. The recognition will be presented as part of the second annual ceremony spotlighting storytelling that highlights the
Easter eggs can be dyed and still eaten - follow these tips to make sure it's safe
Eggs can be safely dyed and eaten over the Easter holiday by following a few simple food safety rules when cooking, cooling, and handling them.
GameStop Thought Buying Games Online Was A ‘Passing Phase,’ Says Former Business Developer
In a GDC talk, Impulse creator Larry Kuperman explained how the retail chain bet the farm on brick and mortar
Chinese Politburo member Ma Xingrui under investigation by anti-graft watchdog
Ma is under disciplinary review and supervisory investigation, according to a notice from China’s Central Commission for Discipline Inspection.
UK deploys Rapid Sentry anti-drone system to Kuwait to fend off attacks, air force says
Gulf countries including Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain have been pulled into the Iran war, targeted by Iranian strikes in retaliation to attacks launched by the United States and Israel on 28 February.
Watchdog group calls for federal investigation into Apache flyby at Kid Rock's house
The flyby is drawing new scrutiny, not from the Army this time, but from a government ethics watchdog group.
Eurasian cargo hub expands to capture Europe-Asia freight flows
A new cargo terminal, expanded fuel storage and a duty-free customs regime aim to cut transit times and costs. The strategy targets airlines and logistics operators seeking alternative routes between Europe and Asia.
Israel using AI to fine-tune air raid alert system
During the war in the Gaza Strip and two wars with Iran in the space of a year, Israel has used artificial intelligence to fine-tune its missile early warning system. In last year's 12-day conflict with Iran, incoming missiles would spark city-wide air raid alerts, and Israelis
Hegseth fires top US army general in new shake-up
The Trump administration has fired army chief of staff General Randy George and two other senior figures, officials said Friday, in a surprise shake-up just as US forces are locked in a major war against Iran. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's ouster of George, the top US
Amazon almost pulled The Boys' season 4 finale, showrunner reveals
The decision of whether to pull the episode after the assassination attempt on Donald Trump came down to the head of Amazon.
Whole Hog Politics: Bondi beached
[Watch Whole Hog Politics live: Join us today at 9 a.m. ET at TheHill.com as Chris Stirewalt and host Bill Sammon break down this week’s political news and answer questions from a live online audience.] I’m not aware of any Justice Department in any administration that wasn’t
What Happens When You Don’t Die on Time?
"Hélène Campbell was supposed to be long dead by now. She emptied her bucket list, bank account—and, at 34, is left to wonder: 'What next?' And she's not alone."
AI Art Is Human Art
An interview with a cognitive scientist about creativity and pleasure The post AI Art Is Human Art appeared first on Nautilus .
Far East Film Festival Reveals 2026 Lineup
The event, which takes place in the Italian city of Udine, is set to honor Fan Bingbing and Koji Yakusho with lifetime achievement awards.
‘Afraid of weighing scale’: Olympic diver’s tearful interview spotlights cyberbullying in China
A 2022 study found that women are more likely to be targeted.
Trump: US military 'hasn't even started destroying what's left in Iran'
President Trump issued a warning to Iran to make a peace deal on Thursday evening, saying the U.S. military has not begun “destroying” the Middle East nation and reupping his vow to “finish the job." “Our Military, the greatest and most powerful (by far!) anywhere in the World,
Ukrainian children taken at gunpoint by Russian forces in Kherson, documents show
Euronews obtained a copy of one of the documented episodes of Russia's systemic abduction and forceful deportation of Ukrainian children from temporarily occupied territories.
Saudi-Owned Broadcaster MBC Teases Postponed TV Series ‘Embassy 87’ About Saudi Diplomats Held Hostage in Iran
Saudi-owned Middle East broadcaster MBC has unveiled plans to air a high-end TV series titled “Embassy 87” shot in 2022 – that it had previously seemingly shelved – about Saudi diplomats who were held hostage in Iran. MBC’s move to tease dropping “Embassy 87” on its Shahid
Bungie provides details on Marathon's imminent Recon buff 'by popular demand', revealing an improved Echo Pulse and a 'more aggressive' tracker drone
Recon's area scanning ability will soon distinguish between AI and human enemies.
Cyberpunk trading card game hands-on impressions from PAX East 2026
Hands-on with the $15 million Cyberpunk trading card game reveals fast-paced matches, simple systems, and a surprisingly strong first impression