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Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches means one thing: The Masters is almost here

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The Florida Swing begins this week at the Cognizant Classic, which means spring is quickly approaching.

This week’s Cognizant Classic at PGA National signals one thing, and one thing only: The Masters is right around the corner.

We are exactly six weeks from the first tee shots being struck at Augusta National, a holiday celebrated across the golf world. Between now and then, the PGA Tour will hold four events in Florida, including The Players, and two more in Texas...

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Choe Sang-Hun

North Korea Is Sending More Troops to Russia, South Korea’s Spy Agency Says

The fresh deployment comes after North Korea suffered heavy casualties on the front lines in Russia’s war against Ukraine, the South’s spy agency says.

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Steven Erlanger

Some European Allies Fear Trump Is Out to Destroy Them

Debate is building over just how deep the Trump administration’s antagonism runs, and whether the real goal is to destroy the European Union.

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Alex Marshall

Gene Hackman: 5 Memorable Performances to Stream

He played a complicated hero in “The French Connection” and an arch-villain in “Superman.” Here are some of Hackman’s career highlights.

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Robert Berkvist

Gene Hackman, Hollywood’s Consummate Everyman, Dies at 95

The winner of two Oscars, he was hailed for his nuanced performances in films like “The French Connection,” “Unforgiven” and “The Royal Tenenbaums.”

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U.S. Economy Under Stress, and a Behind-the-Scenes Look at DOGE

Plus, Gene Hackman’s everyman legacy.

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Andrew Duehren

GOP Gambles on Budget Plan That Helps the Rich and Cuts Aid to the Poor

The House Republican budget plan would pair tax cuts that primarily benefit the rich with cuts to programs that help the poor.

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Alan Rappeport

U.S. Economy Shows Signs of Strain From Trump’s Tariffs and Spending Cuts

Consumer and business sentiment is wobbling as fiscal support fades and fears rise that tariffs will lead to higher prices.

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34 Travel Products That Will Make You The Happiest Little Clam In Economy

These cult-fave protein bars that taste like candy and these $20 AirPods Max alternatives are going to hit different on hour five of that flight.

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Aarian Marshall

The New York City Subway Is Using Google Pixels to Listen for Track Defects

New York City's transit authority is one of a few US systems experimenting with using sensors and AI to improve track inspections.

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Running Point review: Mindy Kalings latest combines Ted Lasso, Succession, and basketball

Stop me if you've heard this one before: An underestimated woman takes over a failing sports team whose players include a gruff veteran, a talented but out-of-control diva, and a sweet newbie. That's Ted Lasso, right? Wrong! It's Running Point.

SEE ALSO: Kate Hudson and Mindy Kaling join forces in 'Running Point' trailer

Or what about this one: A dysfunctional group of four siblings — three brothers, one sister — fights over their father's...

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Apple shareholders voted to keep DEI policies, and Trump is mad about it

Apple's shareholders voted to continue the tech giant's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives on Tuesday, rejecting a proposal from the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR) to end them. Predictably, President Donald Trump is mad about it.

The NCPPR's attempt to abolish Apple's DEI initiatives was shot down in a landslide during the company's annual shareholder meeting this week, garnering only 210.45 million votes compared to 8.84 billion against it. In its...

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Apple iPhone 16e review: Battery life king

It finally happened: Apple stopped treating its affordable iPhone as a second class citizen. We expected a new iPhone SE, but we got the iPhone 16e, which sits at the same table as the other iPhone 16 models. It’s not just the name, it’s also the size, the chip that powers it, and a couple of other details that make the iPhone 16e a very interesting entrant into the iPhone 16 lineup.

However, the iPhone 16e is also significantly more expensive than the (now discontinued) iPhone SE. Is it...

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Gene Hackman, His Wife Betsy Arakawa, And Their Pet Dog Found Dead In Their Santa Fe Home

Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza has told locals: “I want to assure the community and neighborhood that there's no immediate danger to anyone.”

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27 Products From Sam’s Club Future You Will Be So Glad You Bought

It's so nice to have Future You be proud of you for a change.

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27 Affordable Sephora Beauty Products That’ll Keep Your Skin Fresh And Your Wallet Padded

Now you can be unbothered and moisturized all year long.

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27 Upscale-Looking Walmart Products That Will Make Your Friends Think "Oooh, What Good Taste"

"Dang, I can't believe that's from Walmart." —Your friends, after you tell them where you got these amazing things

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USWNT loses to Japan in first defeat of Hayes era

Japan beat the United States 2-1 at the SheBelieves Cup in San Diego on Wednesday to end the Americans' streak of five straight trophies at the annual tournament and hand manager Emma Hayes her first defeat since taking charge of the USWNT.

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How to watch Pakistan vs. Bangladesh online for free

TL;DR: Live stream Pakistan vs. Bangladesh in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy action continues with the final round of group-stage games. Pakistan have lost both of their games so far, but they can end on a high against Bangladesh. Surely the defending champions aren't going to exit the competition without a single win.

If you want to watch Pakistan vs. Bangladesh in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy for free from...

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Did you know its only £43 to get a lifetime license to Microsoft Office (that comes with Windows 11 Pro)?

TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office for life and Windows 11 Pro for just £43.32 (reg. £345.16) if you buy this bundle before 30 March at 11:59 p.m. PT. 

Tired of software subscriptions? Cancel them. You actually don't need a Microsoft 365 subscription to get access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and all the other productivity tools you rely on. Instead, you can switch to a Microsoft Office lifetime device license that comes with the same apps for a one-time payment. And now, you also get Windows 11...

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