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It’s a question that would have seemed almost unthinkable a few years ago, but it now defines the reality for the Golden State Warriors: can this team still make a legitimate push for an NBA title, or is another disappointing season the more likely outcome?The answer starts with where Golden State stands today. The Warriors are locked into the No. 10 seed in the Western Conference and will enter the play-in tournament needing to win two consecutive games just to reach the playoffs. Even if they close the regular season strong, they cannot climb higher than that position. It’s a…

(This was originally posted on the website of the Groundwork Collaborative, where I am a senior fellow. I’m hoping to be doing these more regularly in the future, so if there’s anything that would make them more useful or interesting, please let me know.)   The September Jobs Report: Evidence of Past Success, and of Dangers Ahead After a gap caused by the government shutdown, employment numbers are back, albeit a month delayed. The Bureau of Labor Statistics conducted its September surveys as usual, though the October surveys were not. This will have longer-term repercussions for U.S. economic data, but…

Ukrainian military personnel shot down Iranian-designed Shahed drones in multiple Middle Eastern countries during the Iran war, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, describing the operations as part of a broader effort to help partners counter the same weapons used by Russia in Ukraine.Zelenskyy made his first public acknowledgment of the operations Wednesday in remarks to reporters that were embargoed until Friday. He said Ukrainian forces took part in active operations abroad using domestically produced interceptor drones proven in countering Iranian-designed Shahed drones used by Russia in Ukraine.”This was not about a training mission or exercises, but about support in building a…

Insomnia causes often stem from circadian rhythm disruptions, where late-night light exposure delays melatonin onset and weakens sleep pressure accumulation. Poor sleep hygiene and inconsistent bedtime routines can further reduce sleep quality, making it harder to fall and stay asleep.Natural sleep aids and structured bedtime routines help restore balance by supporting the body’s internal clock. When combined with proper sleep hygiene, these strategies improve melatonin onset latency, regulate core body temperature, and promote deeper, more consistent rest over time.Insomnia Causes and Sleep Fixes That WorkInsomnia causes are often tied to everyday habits that interfere with circadian rhythm and weaken sleep…

Private capital is entering the climate x health space more actively, driven by the massive growth in Asian venture capital markets. Between 2011 and 2022, VC assets under management in Asia surged 21 times, reaching US$315 billion. Per the ‘Unlocking Capital For Climate x Health: The Investment Landscape in Asia’ report, prepared by AVPN and Prudence Foundation, in partnership with Catalyst Management Services, this overall growth has benefited the climate technology sector, which now accounts for approximately 10 per cent of global VC and private equity flows, up from just 3 per cent in 2011. Also Read: Asia’s climate-health crisis…

Happy New Music Friday! The weekend is here, which means more streaming, new playlists and the best that music has to offer — and ET has you covered for everything in between.Coachella kicks off today with headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Karol G, and Anyma. Fans can tune in via Coachella’s YouTube Channel to see seven stages featuring a lineup that includes Addison Rae, BIGBANG, BINI, Clipse, David Guetta, FKA twigs, Jack White, Kaskade, KATSEYE, Major Lazer, Laufey, The Strokes, Teddy Swims and more. The livestream will begin at 4pm PT each night.CBS and Dick Clark Productions announced that Queen…

Politics / April 10, 2026 The results from an important race in Wisconsin this week suggest the Republicans could be in very big trouble. Ad Policy Wisconsin State Supreme Court Justice-elect Chris Taylor takes a picture with constituents after speaking on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in Madison, Wisconsin.(Owen Ziliak / Wisconsin State Journal via AP) The Republican Party was founded in 1854 in a little white schoolhouse in Ripon, Wisconsin, a community that has remained Republican for the vast majority of the ensuing 172 years. Donald Trump beat Kamala Harris in Ripon in 2024—even after Harris campaigned there—by a comfortable…

The Chennai Super Kings got themselves off the mark in the 2026 Indian Premier League with a 23-run win over the Delhi Capitals in Match 18 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.Being put into bat, the Super Kings got to 212/2 at the end of their 20 overs, courtesy a brilliant unbeaten 115 off just 56 balls from Sanju Samson. He manipulated the field with ease and displayed the elegance associated with his batting. Ayush Mhatre scored 59, supporting Samson before Shivam Dube’s quickfire unbeaten 20 off 10 took CSK to an imposing total.The hosts carried that momentum forward…

From AAU games in Ohio to college gyms up and down the Atlantic Coast Conference to the NBA, Luke Kennard has always been met with the same warning.“Shooter!” LeBron James, however, knows better than to put Kennard in a box. The Lakers superstar watched Kennard’s career grow since he was playing on James’ AAU team in Ohio, where, yes, Kennard shot the lights out, but he also displayed the same versatility that made him a fitting emergency point guard during the Lakers’ shorthanded late-season push.“He’s just a ball player,” James said. “… People just kind of gave him the narrative…

In this issue With some of the biggest managerial jobs becoming available over the coming months, in this issue we’ve diverted our attention away from the pitch and to the dugouts. As well as profiling some of the most exciting up-and-coming coaching talents from around the world, we also sent Josh Butler to meet a title-winning managerial double act in Norway and Ben McFadyean to Bochum to see their coach Uwe Rosler, while Henry Winter gives his take on England boss Thomas Tuchel and his new contract. Jamie Evans, Managing Editor Contents THE WORLD THIS MONTH12 Henry Winter Tuchel’s new…