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Gain access to the Editor’s Summary without costRoula Khalaf, the FT’s Editor, meticulously chooses her preferred articles for this weekly bulletin.Rachel Reeves’ proposals for buttressing the UK’s state finances and reinvigorating her expansion approach have been overturned, investors caution, as the energy predicament destabilizes markets and evokes the specter of an economic downturn. The Chancellor initiated the year with a “steadfastness” declaration, pledging to reduce living expenses as she anticipated declining inflation and interest rates, alongside indications of a surge in corporate confidence to bolster economic growth. However, the conflict in Iran has fundamentally altered the UK’s financial outlook, economists…

Several prominent figures in athletics are currently evoking memories of the era marked by Trapper Keepers and Reebok Pumps.Over recent weeks, individuals on social platforms have been uploading self-recorded clips featuring the caption: “Dad/Mom, what were you like in the ’90s?” Subsequently, the video transitions into a montage of nostalgic pictures of these users from that remarkable ten-year period, all accompanied by the melody of the Goo Goo Dolls’ “Iris”—a track widely regarded as a quintessential ’90s song.As might be expected, sports figures whose peak or initial appearance occurred in the 1990s have also joined this viral phenomenon. From Serena…

Mar 20, 2026, 11:39 PM ETPHILADELPHIA — Skyy Clark revealed a smile with a visible gap and stated there was just one appropriate spot for the fragment of his upper front tooth that came off amidst UCLA’s NCAA tournament triumph against UCF.Beneath his pillow, naturally.It was uncertain what Clark might discover there come morning, yet, should anyone in the vicinity of Philadelphia possess the contact of a dental surgeon, the Bruins’ guard would readily accept it.Following UCLA’s 75-71 victory over UCF in the locker room, a triumph Clark clinched after shrugging off intense discomfort to successfully make a free throw,…

Mar 20, 2026, 08:28 PM ETEach week, the Video Assistant Referee sparks contention in the Premier League. Yet, how are these judgments reached, and are they sound?During this current campaign, we delve into significant events to scrutinize and elucidate the procedures, encompassing both VAR guidelines and the Official Rules of the Game. Andy Davies (@andydaviesref), a former official from the Select Group, boasts over a dozen seasons on the elite roster, having officiated in both the Premier League and Championship. With considerable experience at the highest echelon, he has functioned within the VAR domain in the Premier League, offering a…

The upcoming confrontation regarding the situation in Iran will likely involve the Department of Defense’s appeal for $200 billion. This allocation aims to ensure our armed forces remain in peak condition, not merely to fulfill the objective in Iran, but also to uphold President Trump’s doctrine of achieving peace through strength. We desire optimal provisions for our service members. Troops, mariners, aviators—they must possess all essential resources, today, tomorrow, and, frankly, indefinitely. Nevertheless, it is predictable that Democrats will exploit this request for war financing as part of their pacifist rhetoric, seeking to obstruct this vital funding measure. I wish…

Late Friday afternoon, Anthropic presented two sworn affidavits to a federal court in California. These documents challenged the Pentagon’s declaration that the artificial intelligence firm constitutes an “intolerable threat to national security,” contending instead that the government’s legal arguments stem from technical misinterpretations and contentions not brought up throughout the prolonged negotiation period leading up to the disagreement. These affidavits were lodged concurrently with Anthropic’s rebuttal brief in its legal action against the Department of Defense. Their submission precedes a forthcoming hearing scheduled for this Tuesday, March 24, to be presided over by Judge Rita Lin in San Francisco. The…

Mar 20, 2026, 06:53 PM ETSAN DIEGO — MJ Collins Jr.’s pivotal steal, followed by a powerful one-handed dunk with just 1:13 remaining, elevated his personal tally to 20 points and propelled Utah State to commence its fourth consecutive NCAA tournament journey with an 86-76 triumph over Villanova on Friday.Mason Falslev, recognized as the Mountain West Conference Player of the Year, contributed 22 points and was instrumental in the Aggies’ comeback, helping them erase a 10-point disadvantage early in the second half.Utah State (29-6), holding the No. 9 seed in the West Region, is slated to compete against No. 1…

David PurdumMar 20, 2026, 08:40 PM ETClose Joined ESPN in 2014 Journalist covering gambling industry since 2008Multiple AuthorsThe NCAA initiated legal action against DraftKings on Friday, alleging the betting firm’s unauthorized use of its registered marks, specifically citing phrases such as March Madness, Final Four, and other terms connected with the men’s and women’s basketball tournaments.The NCAA is seeking an urgent interim injunction to prevent DraftKings from utilizing its protected designations, as stated in the legal complaint, which was lodged on Friday with the federal judiciary in the Southern District of Indiana.DraftKings’ betting application displayed numerous mentions of March Madness,…

Mark Mahaney, Senior Managing Director at Evercore ISI, discusses Amazon and Duolingo during the program ‘Varney & Co.’ Amazon is reportedly crafting a new mobile phone, over ten years after discontinuing its Fire Phone, with intentions for an AI-powered gadget seamlessly integrated with Alexa and its expansive service ecosystem. This fresh initiative by the technology behemoth bears the name “Transformer” and is under development within the company’s hardware and service division, as reported by Reuters, based on information from four individuals acquainted with the endeavor.The news source indicated that the upcoming handset might function as a portable customization tool capable…

Access the Editorial Brief at no costRoula Khalaf, the FT’s Editor, chooses her preferred articles for this periodic bulletin.Elon Musk misled Twitter stockholders, a California jury determined, by disparaging the firm while he sought to revise or postpone his $44bn agreement for its acquisition in 2022. On Friday, the San Francisco panel of judges rendered a decision supporting a cohort of financiers who filed a lawsuit against the magnate, asserting losses stemming from Musk’s “deceptive declarations” made in April 2022 amidst his acquisition of the online communication service.This signifies a prominent judicial setback for the planet’s wealthiest individual, who may…