Saturday

• The Nikkei 225 Index surged 2.8% during early Asian trading on May 25, surpassing the 65,000 mark for the first time with an intraday high of 65,170. • Key contributors to the rally included gains from major companies such as SoftBank Group, Tokyo Electron, and Advantest. • Separately, President Trump indicated a U.S.-Iran deal is basically reached, though reports remain mixed regarding uranium stockpiles and the Strait of Hormuz.

• More than 3,000 No Kings protests are scheduled across the United States and worldwide Saturday, with millions expected to participate in what organizers describe as potentially the largest day of protest in U.S. history. • Indivisible organizer Leah Greenberg stated protesters will "stand against illegal war abroad" and "stand against secret police at home," signaling unified opposition to Trump administration policies. • The demonstration represents the third iteration of the nationwide No Kings protest movement, with major protests planned in major cities including St. Louis, according to Democracy Now! reporting.

British version of the topical US comedy show will air live on Sky One and will be written in the week before broadcastTina Fey, Jamie Dornan and Riz Ahmed have been named as the first three guest hosts of the UK spin-off of Saturday Night Live.The first episode of the long-awaited British version of the US late-night comedy show will air live on Sky on 21 March. Continue reading...

The Washington Wizards take on the Boston Celtics at 6 p.m. ET on NBATV, with Boston aiming to extend their 10-game win streak amid Eastern Conference race. Jayson Tatum averages 29.2 points per game, facing a Wizards team desperate for a spark post-trade deadline. This matchup tests Washington's rebuilt roster including new addition Kyle Kuzma. A Celtics win would solidify their top seed positioning with playoffs nearing.

Public radio station WAMU features overlooked jazz trumpeter Bill Coleman on its 'Hot Jazz Saturday Night' broadcast tonight, March 14, 2026. Coleman, known for his virtuoso playing in 1930s Paris and collaborations with Louis Armstrong, remains underappreciated despite critical acclaim. The episode highlights rare recordings amid a revival of hot jazz interest in the US. Listeners can tune in for segments celebrating early 20th-century swing era icons.

WAMU's 'Hot Jazz Saturday Night' on March 14, 2026, features the music of Bill Coleman, dubbed the finest trumpeter many listeners have never heard of, showcasing his influential yet underrecognized contributions to jazz history. The broadcast highlights Coleman's career spanning Europe and the U.S. in the 1930s-1950s. This episode revives interest in pre-war jazz amid a surge in vintage music streaming. Listeners can tune in for a deep dive into his recordings and legacy.