Sports Briefing: March Madness ratings off to best start since 2011 Strategic angle: The NCAA tournament is off to its best start since CBS and TNT began showing all of the games in 2011. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Sports Briefing: Oklahoma LB Heinecke sues NCAA to play in '26 Strategic angle: Oklahoma linebacker Owen Heinecke seeks additional year of eligibility through lawsuit against NCAA. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Sports Briefing: Hurley turned to Izzo for advice on Lakers job Strategic angle: UConn coach Dan Hurley sought guidance from Tom Izzo before accepting a lucrative contract with the Lakers. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Life Briefing: The 'silent takeover': Invasive bees are reshaping Chile's unique pollination networks Strategic angle: A new study reveals how invasive pollinators are fundamentally altering native plant-pollinator interactions in Chile. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Life Briefing: Study explores 'antifragility' in nature, where some species benefit from extreme swings Strategic angle: Research highlights how certain species thrive amid climate-induced extremes. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Life Briefing: Discovery of genetic switch could help turn rice into a perennial crop Strategic angle: A breakthrough in genetic research may transform rice cultivation by enabling perennial growth, potentially enhancing food security. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Politics Briefing: Johannes Hahn resigns as EU special envoy for Cyprus, citing 'other commitments' Strategic angle: Hahn steps down from his role after being appointed in May 2025, following extensive negotiations by Cypriot leadership. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Swalwell drops lawsuit against FHFA's Pulte as California governor race heats up Strategic angle: Eric Swalwell drops suit alleging FHFA's Pulte used private information to hurt President Donald Trump’s critics, leaking details about Swalwell's family home. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Chevron CEO says Iran war impact isn't fully priced into oil market, traders have ‘scant information’ Strategic angle: Chevron CEO Mike Wirth highlighted the disparity between physical oil supply and futures market pricing amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Travel Briefing: Rolls-Royce Says Cullinan Owners Can't Use The Back Seats Because The Seat Belts Might Not Be Attached Strategic angle: Luxury car owners face restrictions due to safety concerns. Editorial Staff Mar 23