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Justice Thomas says he didn’t have to disclose luxury trips
WASHINGTON (AP) — Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas said Friday he was not required to disclose the many trips he and his wife took that were paid for by Republican megadonor Harlan Crow. Describing Crow and his wife, Kathy, as “among our dearest friends,” Thomas said...
Court sides with Justice Dept. on Jan. 6 obstruction charge
A federal appeals court has sided with the Justice Department in a case that could have upended hundreds of charges brought following the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol. A divided three judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit said a lower court judge was wrong in...
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Majority of Nashville council members say they will vote to reinstate expelled legislator
At least 23 members of the Metropolitan Council vowed to send Justin Jones back to his seat in the Tennessee Legislature after he was expelled following protests over gun violence.
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US adds a healthy 236,000 jobs despite Fed's rate hikes
America’s employers added a solid 236,000 jobs in March, suggesting that the economy remains on solid footing despite the nine interest rate hikes the Federal Reserve has imposed over the past year in its drive to tame inflation. The unemployment rate fell to 3.5%, just above the 53-year low of...
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Tennessee Democrats say House expulsion vote 'looked like a Jim Crow-era trial'
Democrats in the Tennessee Black Caucus on Friday condemned the expulsion of two Black Democratic lawmakers from the state House, accusing the Republican majority of racism.
US to test expedited asylum screenings at Mexico border
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says migrants entering the country illegally will be screened by asylum officers while in custody under a limited experiment that provides them access to legal counsel. While the new approach will be for a tiny number of migrants next week, officials said...
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Analysis: A momentous political showdown in Tennessee lays bare a new chapter in US politics | CNN Politics
Tennessee Republicans’ ruthless use of their state House supermajority to expel two young Black lawmakers for breaching decorum exposed a torrent of political forces that are transforming American politics at the grassroots.
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What to know about the "Tennessee Three": Why were two of the Democratic lawmakers expelled, and what happens now?
Two Democrats were expelled, and a third only narrowly kept her seat. What happens now?
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Most oppose Social Security, Medicare cuts: AP-NORC poll
Americans are deeply opposed to cutting into Medicare or Social Security benefits, and most support raising taxes on the nation’s highest earners to keep Medicare running as is. The new findings, revealed in a March poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, come as...
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Jury begins deliberations in Trump trial: What to know about falsifying business records
Donald Trump's legal fate hinges on a rarely discussed white-collar crime.
Pentagon reviewing ‘secret’ NATO documents circulating online
The Pentagon is reviewing a batch of what appears to be classified NATO documents on the war in Ukraine, which have been circulating online and shared among Russian sources on social media. The doc…
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House Oversight Committee subpoenas Biden family financial records - Washington Examiner
The Republican-led House Oversight Committee subpoenaed several banks for the Biden family's financial records. Bank of America, HSBC USA N.A., JPMorgan Chase, and Cathay Bank were all subpoenaed as part of an investigation into the Biden family, according to a memo obtained by Politico. RASKIN...
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Jordan probes hiring of top Manhattan Trump prosecutor
House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) expanded his probe into the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office Friday, asking to speak with one of the leading prosecutors in the inquiry into former Pre…
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Biden hands environmentalists major victory in fight against mining, oil drilling
The Biden administration proposed a rule last week that would potentially allow environmental groups to block oil and gas development on public lands.
Twitter restricts users from liking or retweeting posts that link to Substack
Substack's founders said they were “disappointed that Twitter has chosen to restrict writers’ ability to share their work.”
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Marjorie Taylor Greene warns Trump against hiring Laura Loomer
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) warned former President Trump against hiring far-right activist Laura Loomer, calling her “mentally unstable” and a “documented liar.” Greene tweeted on Fr…
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One thing uniting Americans, regardless of party? They hate Washington - poll
Most Americans are dissatisfied with Washington, harboring negative views towards President Joe Biden and Congress as a whole.
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Kamala Harris leads Tennessee rally, backs ousted lawmakers
Vice President Kamala Harris has made a last-minute trip to Tennessee to support two Democratic lawmakers who were expelled by the Republican-controlled state House for their role in a protest following a deadly school shooting in Nashville. Harris on Friday called for background checks and an...
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Marjorie Taylor Greene opposes ‘mentally unstable’ Laura Loomer for Trump campaign role - Washington Examiner
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) isn't happy with reports that former President Donald Trump’s campaign is seeking to hire Laura Loomer, an activist with a history of bigoted and anti-Muslim remarks. Greene blasted Loomer as "mentally unstable" and a "liar." REP. DANIEL WEBSTER SURVIVES...
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Defense officials warn of potential impact Tuberville hold on nominations will have on military | CNN Politics
The Defense Department is urgently working with lawmakers in hopes of resolving a hold on critical military nominations, including for some of the most senior ranking officers, as concerns inside the Pentagon grow about the potential impact on national security, defense officials told CNN.
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U.S. Supreme Court Justice Thomas' career marked by controversies
Clarence Thomas' career as a U.S. Supreme Court justice began following one of the most contentious confirmation battles in Senate history and 32 years later this conservative champion continues to draw controversy.
Expelled Tennessee lawmaker Justin Jones vows to return - but can he?
Expulsion is extraordinary, but Democrat Justin Jones can see a way back to the statehouse.
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US investigating whether Ukraine war documents were leaked
The Justice Department has launched an investigation into the possible release of Pentagon documents that were posted on several social media sites and appear to detail U.S. and NATO aid to Ukraine, but may have been altered or used as part of a misinformation campaign. The documents, which were...
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Former Florida state employee’s son arrested for alleged school threats | CNN Politics
The 13-year-old son of Rebekah Jones, who claimed she was fired for refusing to manipulate state Covid-19 data while working in Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ state Health Department, was arrested Wednesday for allegedly threatening a shooting at a middle school.
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House Oversight Committee subpoenas banks, Biden family associates in probe of finances
The House Oversight Committee has issued subpoenas to banks asking for financial records regarding Biden associates, according to sources.
Tennessee Three: Nashville council members pledge to reinstate expelled Rep. Justin Jones - Washington Examiner
A majority of Nashville Metropolitan Council members pledged they would vote to reinstate former state Rep. Justin Jones. Jones and fellow Democratic Rep. Justin Pearson were expelled from the House for a protest in favor of gun control. At least 23 of the 39-member council either announced on...
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VP Harris meets with 'Tennessee Three' in surprise visit to Nashville after expulsions over gun protests
Vice President Kamala Harris made a surprise visit to Nashville, where she met with the Tennessee Democrats expelled over gun protests.
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Five takeaways from a strong March jobs report
Unemployment fell to 3.5 percent and the U.S. economy added 236,000 jobs in March as the labor market continued to show signs of strength, the Labor Department reported Friday. Wage growth appears …
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In a state fraught with racist history, GOP expulsion of 'Tennessee Three' hits a nerve
"What we saw yesterday in Tennessee was an attack on democracy and very overt racism," said ousted lawmaker Justin Jones.
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Clarence Thomas says trips paid for by billionaire were 'personal hospitality,' not business
Thomas issued a statement in response to a ProPublica report about trips he took that were paid for by billionaire Harlan Crow.
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Report: Russia charges Journal reporter with espionage
Two Russian news agencies says jailed Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has been formally charged with espionage in Russia and has entered an official denial. State news agency Tass and Interfax news agency said Friday that a law enforcement source informed them that Russia’s Federal...
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One killed, several injured in attack in Tel Aviv, Israel
Israel’s rescue service says several were injured in the incident, adding that the victims were tourists.
Jordan seeks testimony from senior counsel to Manhattan DA in connection to Trump probe | CNN Politics
House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan is expanding his investigation into the Manhattan District Attorney’s office by seeking voluntary cooperation from the office’s senior counsel, Matthew Colangelo.
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Kansas approves bill to end gender-affirming care for minors
Republican legislators in Kansas have approved a proposal to end gender-affirming care for transgender youth. Their action early Friday capped three days of intensifying efforts to follow other states with GOP-controlled legislatures by rolling back LGBTQ rights. The Kansas House voted 70-52 to...
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Supreme Court's Clarence Thomas defends luxury trips
Clarence Thomas says guidelines were followed as a report reveals holidays funded by a billionaire.
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Democrats are gaming out how to run against an indicted Trump
Lacking any precedent, an ecosystem of Democratic strategists, Biden loyalists and outside groups is test-driving ideas about how to wring advantage from Trump's legal woes.
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Nailed to a cross, Filipino prays for Ukraine war to end
Eight Filipinos have been nailed to crosses to reenact Jesus Christ’s suffering in a bloody Good Friday tradition
Donald Trump arrest: Judge overseeing case donated to Biden and Democrats in 2020 - Washington Examiner
The New York judge overseeing former President Donald Trump's criminal hush money case donated $35 to Democrats in 2020, public records show. State Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan is presiding over the case against Trump related to hush money payments to porn star Stormy Daniels in 2016...
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Son of controversial Florida data scientist charged with making alleged school threats
Multiple students in the area of Navarre, Florida, spoke to deputies about seeing posts the son of Rebekah Jones had allegedly shared on Snapchat and Discord.
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VP Kamala Harris makes surprise Tennessee visit after 2 Democrats expelled from House
Vice President Kamala Harris made an impromptu visit in Nashville, Tennessee to meet with state lawmakers who were expelled for storming the state capital.
Commerce officials heading to China to lay groundwork for possible Raimondo trip later this year, sources say
Officials from the Department of Commerce will travel to Beijing and Shanghai to lay groundwork for a potential trip by Secretary Gina Raimondo, sources say.
House Oversight Democrats say Chairman Comer held back evidence, misled on witnesses
House Oversight Democrats on Thursday accused Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) of withholding evidence or misleading the public about the witnesses Republicans have spoken with in their investigation i…
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Two killed in occupied West Bank after Israel bombs Gaza, Lebanon
Killings near illegal Hamra settlement take place hours after Israeli air raids targeted Lebanon and Gaza.
In DeSantis' shadow, Florida Democrats fight to be relevant
Things are so bad for the Florida Democratic Party that the arrests of its party chair and Senate minority leader could be seen as a positive. Democrats are struggling for relevance in the Republican-dominated state. And they hope the arrests of Senate Democratic leader Lauren Book and state...
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Tensions between House GOP leaders complicate hopes of passing crucial bills
Chilly relationships between Speaker Kevin McCarthy and key Republicans, including Budget Chair Jodey Arrington, loom over debt ceiling and government funding fights.
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Secret Pentagon and NATO files leaked; Russia formally charges American reporter with espionage
While it is not yet clear how the documents were leaked, they have been circulating on pro-Russian government channels, analysts say.
Justice Clarence Thomas says he didn't believe he had to report trips with billionaire GOP donor
"I have endeavored to follow that counsel throughout my tenure, and have always sought to comply with the disclosure guidelines," Thomas said.
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Russia formally charges Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich with espionage
Russia officially charged Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, Russian state news agency Tass reported Friday.
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Kevin McCarthy’s blame game sweeps Capitol Hill
As debt limit pressure mounts, it’s GOP leadership — not just the rank and file — that’s in disarray.
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Republicans furious at Biden’s Afghanistan review, Democrats mum
A review released by the White House largely blamed former President Trump for chaotic US pullout from Afghanistan.
US Senate leaders demand Russia release American journalist
The Senate's top two leaders are demanding the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell released a rare joint statement Friday. They condemned Russia’s detention of the Wall Street Journal reporter and demanded his...
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Sanders, Cassidy game out drug pricing package
That means the rush is on for committee staff to write the legislation with details still in flux, said the lobbyists, who were granted anonymity to discuss private committee deliberations.
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U.S. Supreme Court Justice Thomas defends trips financed by 'dearest friends'
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas on Friday defended luxury trips he has taken over decades, funded by real estate magnate and Republican donor Harlan Crow, saying he had been advised that he was not required to report this type of "personal hospitality" under federal rules.
Kentucky Dem chairman compares Republicans to Judas on eve of Good Friday
Kentucky Democratic Party Chairman Colmon Elridge compared Republicans to Judas Iscariot, the disciple who betrayed Jesus Christ to death, on the day before Good Friday.
Montana Sens. Tester and Daines’s feud heats up ahead of pivotal 2024 contest - Washington Examiner
The working relationship between Sens. Steve Daines (R-MT) and Jon Tester (D-MT) appears to be deteriorating as the former leads the GOP's efforts to retake the Senate in 2024. In his capacity as chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, the party's Senate campaign arm, Daines...
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Abortion pill plan clears Kansas Legislature; veto expected
Abortion opponents have pushed a bill through the Kansas Legislature to require providers to tell patients that a medication abortion can be “reversed” once it’s started. The measure approved early Friday could face a state court challenge if its supporters can overcome the governor’s expected...
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Wisconsin Gov. Evers pardons 159 low-level offenders
Democratic Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers pardoned 159 people Friday, most of whom were convicted on low-level theft, drug dealing and possession charges.
Harris visits ousted Tennessee lawmakers as Republicans accused of ‘overt racism’
GOP-controlled state house voted to expel Black lawmakers Justin Jones and Justin Pearson while sparing Gloria Johnson
GM Cruise recalls 300 robotaxis after crash involving bus
General Motors’ Cruise autonomous vehicle unit recalled 300 robotaxis to update software after one of them rear-ended a municipal bus in San Francisco
Russia hits illegally annexed Ukraine areas from ground, air
Russian forces have bombarded the regions of Ukraine it has illegally annexed but doesn’t fully control, resulting in casualties, building damage and power outages. The Ukrainian military says Russian forces launched 18 air strikes, five missile strikes and 53 attacks from multiple rocket...
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Twitter restricts interactions with Substack links
Twitter appears to be restricting interactions with posts linking to the newsletter platform Substack on Friday. When users tried to like or retweet posts that included links to Substack, the…
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Lula government struggles to rein in deforestation in Brazil
Preliminary data finds deforestation in the month of March increased 14 percent over the same month last year.
Tensions build around Jerusalem shrine after Syria fires rockets
Jewish-Muslim tensions reached a peak Sunday at a volatile Jerusalem shrine with simultaneous religious rituals.
Appeals court ruling puts hundreds of Jan. 6 felony cases in limbo
The splintered decision raises questions about DOJ’s ability to sustain charges of obstructing an official proceeding.
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In battle with DOJ over classified docs, Senate turns to power of the purse
Senate Intelligence Committee members of both parties are threatening to withhold funding from the Justice Department amid bipartisan frustration over a failure to comply with oversight requests su…
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Russia seizes Bakhmutka River's west bank, says UK defence ministry
Russia has seized the west bank of the Bakhmutka River, endangering a key Ukraine supply route, in its push to regain control of the devastated eastern city of Bakhmut, the British defence ministry said on Friday.
Mouse trap: DeSantis vows Disney won't win
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Video shows Cash App founder Bob Lee seen staggering and asking for help after stabbing
Lee died Tuesday after he was stabbed near downtown San Francisco, according to his family and police.
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Lake on 2024 hopefuls who don’t believe her Arizona election was stolen: ‘a big red flag’
Former Arizona GOP gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake said on Thursday that it would be a “big red flag” if any 2024 Republican presidential candidate did not believe her 2022 Arizona el…
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White House blasted over 'Easter news dump' after Afghanistan, transgender sports, IRS actions
The Biden administration is facing heat for multiple actions — regarding Afghanistan, transgender sports and tax audits — it made in rapid succession Thursday ahead of the holiday weekend.
Ex-Theranos executive headed to prison after losing appeal
Former Theranos executive Ramesh “Sunny” Balwani will be heading to prison later this month
Ukraine discusses preventing military leaks after report of breach
Ukraine's president and top security brass discussed ways to prevent leaks of military information at a meeting on Friday, Kyiv said, after secret documents detailing Western help for Ukraine reportedly ended up online.
Florida sheriff goes on a wild rant against gun laws while announcing arrests in shootings that killed 3 teenagers
“There are individuals out there viewing, and includes some of you media, that want to blame the one thing that has no ability or the capacity to commit the crime itself, and that’s the gun. These individuals committed the crime,” Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods said.
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How has the Saudi-Iran divide affected the Middle East?
The two leading regional powers have been at odds for years, backing opposite sides in proxy wars.
Dilemma for Judge in Trump Case: Whether to Muzzle the Former President
As a former president and the de facto leader of the Republican Party, Donald Trump is one of the most powerful people in America. But as a criminal defendant within the confines of the Manhattan courtroom where the case against him will play out for months to come, Trump is under the authority...
Uproar in suburbia as New York looks to spur development
A proposal to create more affordable housing statewide has run into howls of opposition in one of the birthplaces of the American suburb. Critics on Long Island are denouncing Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul’s plan. It would set growth targets, drive development near train stations and potentially...
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Justice Clarence Thomas says trips with billionaire didn’t need to be disclosed at the time | CNN Politics
“This is far greater than mere ethics violations; it’s about the perceived legitimacy of the Supreme Court,” one former conservative federal judge said.
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Biden’s new dog might also have a taste for the Secret Service - Washington Examiner
A watchdog group hinted in new legal filings on Friday that the first family’s German shepherd has acquired a taste for Secret Service personnel, just like their last Shep that was banned after biting an agent.Judicial Watch said that it has filed a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit against the...
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Ouster of Tennessee Dems catapults lawmakers to national political fame
The unprecedented expulsion of the two Black state lawmakers drew rebukes from Obama to AOC.
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Portugal party Chega sets far-right world summit with Brazil's Bolsonaro, Italy's Salvini
Portuguese party Chega will hold a world summit in Lisbon with several far-right party leaders in May, including former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro and Italian deputy prime minister Matteo Salvini, the president of Chega said on Friday.
Several senior Architect of Capitol leaders fired in latest shake-up
Several top-ranking leaders in the Architect of the Capitol’s office were asked to resign or be terminated on Thursday, marking the latest shake-up in the agency after President Biden fired Br…
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Amid turmoil, Pakistan to launch operation against armed groups
Pakistan is in danger of defaulting on its debt while a bruising political battle is raging between govt and ex-PM Khan.
SKorea, US, Japan call for support of ban on NKorea workers
South Korea, the U.S. and Japan have called for stronger international support of efforts to ban North Korea from sending workers abroad and curb the North’s cybercrime. They say such steps are necessary to block the country’s means to fund its nuclear program. The top South Korean, U.S. and...
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With lavish treatment of Macron, China's Xi woos France to "counter" U.S.
Such forays by Xi with visiting leaders are rare. Diplomats say it underlines the importance Beijing attaches to this relationship with a key member of the EU as it looks for support against the U.S.
GOP gubernatorial candidate Keck proposes using sports betting revenue for school safety
Alan Keck proposed a plan in which revenue collected from sports betting would be used for school safety. He announced this a week after a bill legalizing sports betting won final passage.
Policing software blamed in at least 3 states for errors, including losing a criminal case and crashing during 911 calls
Officials who have used Spillman Technologies’ software in California, Colorado and Texas allege it has created “huge safety risks” and led to at least one death.
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Blast at north Iraqi airport raises tension in Kurdish area
BAGHDAD (AP) — An explosion struck next to the Suleimaniyah International Airport in northern Iraq’s semi-autonomous Kurdish region Friday, local officials said.
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Vivek Ramaswamy is exploiting a quiet moment in the GOP race to make his move. Will it work or will voters shrug him off as yet another deep-pocketed outsider?
www.politico.comTrump’s Bet: Criminal Case Could Help His Campaign, and Vice Versa
PALM BEACH, Fla. — At one end of the palatial Donald J. Trump Grand Ballroom at Mar-a-Lago on Tuesday, the former president made his first public comments about his arrest. At the opposite end of the hall — a space illuminated by 16 crystal chandeliers and bigger than four professional...
House Judiciary expands investigation into Trump indictment with new request for testimony - Washington Examiner
Republican leaders on the House Judiciary Committee are expanding their investigation into the criminal indictment of former President Donald Trump, with lawmakers requesting testimony and documents from the senior counsel to the New York County District Attorney’s Office. Chairman Jim Jordan...
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49 percent agree with criminal case being brought against Trump: poll
Just under half of Americans say they think it was right for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg (D) to pursue criminal charges against Trump for his role in a 2016 hush money payment to adult …
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China retaliates against Taiwanese President Tsai's US visit by sanctioning Reagan library, think tank
China has responded to U.S.-Taiwan diplomatic meetings with sanctions against the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in California and the Hudson Institute in Washington D.C.
Tribe, US officials reach deal to save Colorado River water
A Native American tribe in Arizona has reached a deal with the U.S. government not to use some of its Colorado River water rights in return for $150 million and funding for a pipeline project
DC residents petition to change air conditioning rules to allow for cooler apartments - Washington Examiner
Hundreds of Washington, D.C., residents have signed a petition to change the district's air conditioning mandates so apartment complexes that are rent-controlled can turn air conditioners on earlier than May 15. Guidelines state that air conditioners must work by May 15 each year and that the...
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Clarence Thomas says he ‘was advised’ he didn’t have to disclose trips paid for by GOP donor
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas on Friday said he “was advised” that he did not have to disclose a series of trips reportedly paid for by a Republican mega-donor. The trips, which were reveal…
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Attacks in Israel, West Bank kill 3 in worsening violence
Israel has unleashed rare airstrikes on Lebanon and bombarded the Gaza Strip after an unusually large rocket barrage fired at Israel from southern Lebanon. The escalation sparked fears of a broader conflict after days of violence over Jerusalem’s most sensitive site. Later in the day there were...
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Russian FM: Peace talks must have ‘Russian interests, concerns’
Earlier this week, Moscow said it had no choice but to continue its more than yearlong offensive in Ukraine.
New Mexico police fatally shoot resident after responding to wrong house: "A very dark day"
After the homeowner was shot, his wife emerged in the doorway and opened fire with a handgun, police said.
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New Mexico officers kill homeowner in exchange of gunfire while responding to wrong address
New Mexico's Farmington Police Department officers responded to the wrong address before exchanging gunfire with the homeowner, killing him.
South Carolina Democrats, Stung by String of Losses, Clash Over Next Leader
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Rep. James Clyburn of South Carolina, a longtime kingmaker in Democratic politics who helped resurrect President Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential campaign, exercised his influence Wednesday over a much smaller race far closer to home: the campaign to determine who will lead his...
Bennie Thompson: ‘I chose Liz Cheney over party’
In an exclusive interview, the Democrat who led the Jan. 6 hearings talks about the parallels between attacks on the committee — and criticism of Donald Trump’s criminal indictment.
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Biden sports plan angers transgender advocates, opponents
A Biden administration proposal to forbid outright bans on transgender athletes is sparking outrage not just from conservative leaders but from trans rights activists. They note schools could still prevent some athletes from participating on teams that align with their identity. The proposed...
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Evan Gershkovich: Russia charges US journalist with spying - reports
Evan Gershkovich, who was arrested last week, categorically rejects the accusations, reports say.
www.bbc.comTrump Moves to Hire Laura Loomer, Anti-Muslim Activist
Former President Donald Trump has told aides to hire Laura Loomer, a far-right and anti-Muslim activist with a history of expressing bigoted views, for a campaign role, according to four people familiar with the plans. Trump met with Loomer recently and directed advisers to give her a role in...
Texas investigating illegal immigrant campsite found 30 miles north of Mexico border - Washington Examiner
EXCLUSIVE — State officials in West Texas have uncovered a campsite located 30 miles from the U.S.-Mexico border that human smugglers had set up and used as a rest site for illegal immigrants trekking through a remote area to avoid getting caught, according to the Texas General Land Office.Human...
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AOC says she may draft Clarence Thomas impeachment article if no one else does
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., said Thursday that she is willing to introduce articles of impeachment against Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.
US economy still churning out jobs at brisk clip; wage pressures subsiding
U.S employers maintained a strong pace of hiring in March, pushing the unemployment rate down back to 3.5%.
Expelled Tennessee lawmaker Justin Jones: I was voted out for being ‘an uppity Negro’
Tennessee state Rep. Justin Jones (D-Nashville) said his race played a role in his expulsion from the state House on Thursday. “I basically had a member call me an uppity Negro,” Jones, who is Blac…
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Tennessee lawmaker expulsions: Has this happened before?
Tennessee lawmaker expulsions: has this happened before?
UAE court dismisses S Africa request to extradite Gupta brothers
The Guptas, arrested in the UAE in 2022, are accused of siphoning state funds using connections with ex-President Zuma.
Unemployment declines to 3.5 percent as labor market shows strength
The U.S. economy added 236,000 jobs in March and the unemployment rate declined to 3.5 percent, as labor markets stayed tight despite interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve. Analysts were expec…
thehill.com'What do we stand for?': Reagan Library director reflects on Trump, the state of the GOP
For the past two years, John Heubusch and the Reagan Foundation have hosted almost all the top 2024 Republican hopefuls, formally running or otherwise — with the exception of Donald Trump — to pour out their souls on why the Republican Party is in crisis and how it can change its course.
Sorry, Jon Stewart — America Needs Crossfire Again
The CNN debate show was indeed like pro wrestling. And our political landscape is worse without it.
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US still hasn’t gotten consular access to American reporter in Russian jail - Washington Examiner
Attempts from the United States to gain consular access to Evan Gershkovich, the Wall Street Journal reporter detained by Russian authorities last week on espionage charges, remain unsuccessful as of late Thursday.National Security Council coordinator John Kirby told reporters that getting...
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U.S. yields climb, S&P futures close higher after jobs report
U.S. Treasury yields climbed and U.S. index futures closed modestly higher after employment data for March indicated the labor market remains tight, but was largely in line with market expectations.
Leaked military documents on Ukraine battlefield operations circulated as early as March
The leak is one of the most high-profile breaches of military intelligence since the Russian invasion in 2022.
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Biden seeks respite from US tensions with upcoming Irish visit
President Biden will get some measure of respite from domestic political strife when he visits his ancestral home of Ireland next week. Biden is first traveling to Belfast, the capital of Northern …
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US weighs action against Russian cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Lab -WSJ
The U.S. Department of Commerce is weighing an enforcement action against Russian cybersecurity company Kaspersky Lab, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday citing people familiar with the matter.
Clarence Thomas responds to accusations about undisclosed gifts amid outcry - Washington Examiner
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas defended not disclosing that he accepted "luxury trips" and other gifts from a Republican megadonor in a statement Friday. The Supreme Court justice said in a joint statement with wife Ginni Thomas, a prominent conservative activist, that he "was advised"...
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Federal appeals court upholds Justice Department’s use of key obstruction law in January 6 cases | CNN Politics
The federal appeals court in Washington, DC, has upheld the Justice Department’s use of a key criminal charge against hundreds of January 6 rioters, saying they can be charged with obstructing Congress.
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Sports betting law sparks talk of launch, use of revenues
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Gov. Andy Beshear promised an accelerated push Friday to get legal sports wagering started in Kentucky, saying he'd like to see the system set up in time for the upcoming NFL season if possible.
apnews.comOne thing uniting Americans, regardless of party? They hate Washington - poll
Most Americans are dissatisfied with Washington, harboring negative views towards President Joe Biden and Congress as a whole.
Biden on his own timeline for campaign announcement | CNN Politics
President Joe Biden often envisions what he could accomplish with a second term, advisers and allies who speak with him say, but he has expressed no urgency to formally launch a campaign to win another four years in office.
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Muslim-majority nations skeptical of US intentions: Gallup
A large percentage of people in 11 Muslim-majority nations, and two others in the region, disagree that the United States is serious about democracy, according to a new poll released by Gallup. In …
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The former governor blamed "radical indoctrination" but didn't mention Republican policies.
Canada deploys military aircraft to Japan to implement North Korea sanctions
Canada on Thursday said it will deploy a military aircraft to Japan to support implementation of United Nations Security Council sanctions against North Korea.
CBP officials warn potential illegal immigrants that ‘border is not open’ as Title 42’s end nears
CBP officials are warning those thinking of entering the U.S. illegally via the southern border that it is "not open" and that removal authorities remain in place.
Bob Lee killing highlights San Francisco crime fears
The deadly stabbing of Cash App founder sparks doubt and pessimism over future of famous US city.
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Trump reportedly looking for campaign role for far-right activist Laura Loomer
Former President Trump is reportedly asking aides to find a role in his campaign for Laura Loomer, a former congressional candidate and far-right activist with a lengthy history of anti-Muslim comm…
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Peru ex-leader Toledo wins reprieve in extradition from US
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo Manrique has been granted two more weeks to fight his extradition from the United States on corruption charges, halting extradition proceedings that had been set to start Friday.
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Lawsuit challenges Virginia Gov. Youngkin’s process of deciding which felons can get voting rights back
Virginia Gov. Glenn Younkgin’s process in deciding which felons can get voting rights back is being challenged by a newly filed lawsuit that claims the system is unconstitutional.
AOC says she will draft impeachment letters for Thomas if other lawmakers do not - Washington Examiner
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) on Thursday offered to draft articles of impeachment against Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas if no one else in her party does so. Ocasio-Cortez said that the recent report revealing Thomas's close ties to a billionaire, whom he went on family vacations...
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CNN’s Van Jones in tense exchange with GOP Tennessee state lawmaker: ‘Why are you being so unreasonable?’
CNN’s Van Jones had a tense exchange with Tennessee state Rep. Jeremy Faison, the chair of the Republican Caucus, saying in the interview that state Republicans had been “unreasonable” in exp…
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Biden administration to speed up asylum cases, expand legal resources at the border
The Biden administration next week will begin conducting asylum interviews at the border and expanding legal resources.
The Clarence Thomas Scandal Is What's Wrong With Our Democracy
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas had been problematic even before a new report that he and his wife, Ginni, accepted lavish and unreported vacations from a wealthy Republican donor, Harlan Crow.
Police searching Massachusetts marsh for Harmony Montgomery, who disappeared in 2019 at the age of 5
Massachusetts State Police said 18 troopers, K-9 and drone units were searching wetlands along Route 107 in Revere.
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California salmon fishing season faces possible shutdown
Years of drought have driven chinook salmon populations so low that regional fishing supervisors are recommending a full closure of California fishing operations until 2024. The Pacific Fishery Man…
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What triggered the spike in violence in the Middle East?
Violence raised fears of wider confrontation, as well as questions about what this means for already fractured relations
Tribe warns US government against moving ahead with mine
Native American tribal members fighting plans for an enormous copper mine on land they consider sacred say they are increasingly worried U.S. officials will move forward on the project even as they await a federal appellate court ruling in the case. A U.S. government attorney said last month...
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Russia swings to $29 bln first-quarter budget deficit
Russia's federal budget balance sank to a deficit of 2.4 trillion roubles ($29 billion) in the first quarter of the year as Moscow spent heavily and energy revenues fell, the finance ministry said on Friday.
Red state Democrats have some advice for Gavin Newsom
California’s progressive governor spent spring break taking swipes at political opponents in the South.
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Russian rouble falls to lowest value for a year
The currency tumbles against the dollar as Western sanctions continue.
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CNN Poll: Americans’ views of the economy have improved but overwhelming majority still say it’s in poor shape | CNN Politics
Americans’ views of the economy are the best they’ve been in more than a year, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS – but they’re still pretty bad, with 7 in 10 saying it’s in poor shape. Closer to home, 50% say their own financial situation is worse than it was a year ago.
www.cnn.comColumn: How right-wing judges in Texas are erasing Americans' rights everywhere
Trump-appointed judges in Texas are stripping all Americans of their rights to healthcare and safety. At last, the Biden administration is pushing back.
Federal appeals court rules felony charge can be used in Jan. 6 cases
A federal court ruled on Friday that U.S. officials can use a felony charge of obstruction of an official proceeding to prosecute defendants from the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection. A panel from …
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Biden’s informal review of Saudi Arabia
After Riyadh-led OPEC+ cut oil production last year, the administration promised to reevaluate the state of the U.S.-Saudi relationship. Many months later, there haven’t been any consequences or shifts.
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As streamers cut costs, TV shows — and residuals — vanish
Over the past few months, many streaming companies have started eliminating some of their own shows from their library. It helps save the companies money but brings criticism that they are sidelining marginalized voices, shortchanging creatives out of already slimmer residual paychecks and...
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McCarthy’s momentum: His past wins will matter little if he is unable to deliver on the debt ceiling - Washington Examiner
When it took 15 ballots for House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) to secure the gavel, few gave the new, slender Republican majority much chance of governing successfully.The midterm elections handed Republicans just a nine-seat advantage in the House, with the most fractious members of the...
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Police: Homeless woman killed shelter coordinator with ax
A judge has ordered a mental evaluation for a homeless woman accused of using an ax and knife to kill a shelter coordinator in Vermont
Microchips or microgreens? Oregon tweaks farm protection law
Oregon is changing a half-century-old land-use law to make room for semiconductor development and gain an edge in attracting the multi-billion-dollar industry, upsetting farmers who see their livelihoods at risk. The bill that the governor will now sign also provides over $200 million in grants...
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Who is Boris Epshteyn, the controversial aide by Trump’s side in court
Seated at the defendant’s table in a Manhattan courtroom alongside former President Trump on Tuesday were his attorneys Todd Blanche, Susan Necheles and Joe Tacopina. At the end of the table …
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Justice Thomas defends trips taken with ‘dearest friends’ after reports say he accepted gifts
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas defended travel he took with friends following reports that he failed to report gifts from a GOP mega-donor over several years.
Majority of US universities have snitching protocols for ‘bias’ students - Washington Examiner
More than half of U.S. universities encourage students to snitch anonymously on others for “bias” or “protected identity harm.” According to a study done by free speech watchdog Speech First, 56% of institutions of higher education have avenues for “enforcing ideological uniformity," a 230%...
www.washingtonexaminer.comTennessee Republican Abruptly Leaves Interview As CNN Grills Him On Expulsions
Tennessee state Rep. Jeremy Faison (R) had a testy exchange on CNN after the GOP-led state House expelled two Democrats for a gun protest.
Montana beef: Bad blood intensifies between Tester and Daines
They're one of only a few opposite-party Senate duos left in office. And one of the Republican's biggest goals next year will be taking out the Democrat.
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Dollar firms as US jobs report backs Fed hike in May
The dollar strengthened on Friday after data showed an increase in jobs in the world's largest economy last month, suggesting that the Federal Reserve may have to raise interest rates next month.
Arizona GOP Sheriff Mark Lamb to launch a U.S. Senate bid
Lamb's candidacy could set up GOP primary fight with Kari Lake, the defeated gubernatorial candidate who has yet to rule out her own run.
www.nbcnews.comChicago Teachers Union gets their man into City Hall: 'We are not the establishment'
The progressive labor group played a crucial role in Brandon Johnson's surprise victory in the city's mayoral contest.
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Schiff leads California Senate fundraising race with $6.5M in first quarter
Rep. Adam Schiff announced a fundraising haul of $6.5 million in the first quarter of his Senate bid, outraising Rep. Katie Porter's $4.5 million and Rep. Barbara Lee's $1.4 million.
China sanctions Reagan library, others over Tsai's US trip
China is imposing sanctions against the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and other U.S.- and Asian-based organizations in retaliation for the closely watched meeting this week between the U.S. House speaker and Taiwan’s president. The Reagan library in California was the site of the rare...
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A Latino family is worried after a hammer-wielding woman seen making racist remarks is released to house arrest
"We're stressed ... she even said that she's going to come back," Fatima Suarez, 22, said after the woman who harassed her family for more than a year was released on bond Tuesday.
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Israel Palestinian tensions high after deadly attacks
Israel's troop movements near its borders with Lebanon and Gaza followed a flare-up in violence that threatened to spiral out of control after police raids this week on the Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem.
CNN’s Don Lemon on expelled Tennessee lawmakers: ‘It’s racism’
CNN anchor Don Lemon blasted a decision by lawmakers in Tennessee this week to expel a pair of Black lawmakers from its state House. “And so I think that we really need to think about the dou…
thehill.comThis week's best feel-good stories: From a hero dog and lifesaving teacher to kids solving homelessness
If you’re sick of hearing about former President Donald Trump arraignment, read on, because although it’s been a busy week in the hard-news world, there have been plenty of warm and fuzzy feel-good stories too. Here are some of the best this week from Yahoo News partners.
Comer defends decision to shield witnesses from Dems in Hunter Biden probe, says some ‘do not trust’ Raskin
Top House Oversight Committee leadership sparred on Thursday over accusations that Republicans are intentionally shielding Democrats from info into Hunter Biden probe.
Russia likely behind leaks of classified documents on Ukraine war: Report - Washington Examiner
Russia or a pro-Russian entity is likely behind the release of classified U.S. documents pertaining to the war in Ukraine on social media.The released documents, some of which appear to be altered, include maps and charts of Ukraine where troops are concentrated and what weapons are available to...
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Taliban prevents women from working at UN in Afghanistan
The Taliban banned Afghan women from working at the United Nations in Afghanistan on Tuesday, adding another restriction the Taliban has imposed on women.
Sean Spicer leaves Newsmax
Former White House press secretary Sean Spicer is leaving Newsmax, the conservative cable channel catering to supporters of former President Trump. In a video posted online late Thursday, Spicer, w…
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Romanian farmers block borders in protest over Ukrainian grain imports
Thousands of farmers protested across Romania on Friday over the impact of Ukrainian grain imports on prices, blocking traffic and border checkpoints with tractors and trucks and urging the European Commission to intervene.
Greek far-right party seeks to defy election ban
A retired senior prosecutor in Greece has been named as the new leader of a far-right party as it seeks to sidestep a ban on its participation in an upcoming general election
Photos capture spectacle of Donald Trump’s day in court
NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump turned his head toward photographers as he sat, stone-faced with shoulders rounded, at the defense table in a downtown Manhattan courtroom.
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Stormy Daniels: Trump doesn't deserve prison for hush money
The former adult film actress says she felt sadness when seeing Mr Trump in court this week.
www.bbc.comBiden Blasts Tennessee GOP For Expulsion Of House Democrats
It's "shocking, undemocratic, and without precedent," the president said after the Republican-led state House expelled two Democratic lawmakers.
Exclusive: Saudi delegation to hold ceasefire talks with Yemen's Houthis in Sanaa -sources
Saudi and Omani envoys are planning to visit Yemen's capital Sanaa next week to negotiate a permanent ceasefire deal with Iran-aligned Houthi officials and end an eight-year-old conflict there, two people involved in the talks said.
Diocese of Pittsburgh tells Catholics to skip hot dogs at Pirates home opener - Washington Examiner
The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh hit many Pittsburgh Pirates fans in the stomach Wednesday, telling them to stay away from hot dogs at the team's home opener on Friday. The Good Friday game sees the Pirates host the Chicago White Sox, and the diocese recognizes the sacrifice it is asking its...
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Federal Railroad Administration calls for reevaluation of ‘train makeup’ amid derailment issues
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is calling for a reevaluation of “train makeup” on Thursday in the aftermath of a series of derailments. The FRA on Thursday issued a safety advisory to r…
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Asian stocks follow Wall Street up ahead of US jobs update
Wall Street is edging higher but the S&P 500 remains in the red for the week, heading for its first losing week in the last four. The index was up 0.3% Thursday. The U.S. stock market will be closed Friday in observance of Good Friday.
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D.C.’s Long Breakfast Nightmare Is Over
How D.C. – finally! – became a legitimate center of bagel excellence.
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Biden administration blames Trump in part for chaotic Afghanistan withdrawal
The White House blamed former President Donald Trump for two factors that played a major role in the withdrawal of U.S. troops in 2021.
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Mainer pleads guilty to charge in alleged mosque attack plot
BANGOR, Maine (AP) — A 19-year-old accused of making homemade explosives and plotting to attack a mosque in the Chicago area pleaded guilty Friday to providing material support to terrorists.
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WWE apologizes for using Auschwitz footage in pro WrestleMania promo
The pro wrestling body said it moved quickly after learning about the offensive gaffe, adding: "We apologize for this error.”
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Pentagon investigating alleged classified documents circulating on social media of US and NATO intelligence on Ukraine | CNN Politics
The Pentagon is investigating what appear to be screenshots of classified US and NATO military information about Ukraine circulating on social media, a Pentagon official told CNN.
www.cnn.comWho is Harlan Crow, the GOP megadonor who vacations with Justice Thomas?
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas went on lavish vacations paid for by Harlan Crow, a Texas billionaire who is a prominent Republican donor, according to a new report from the investigative news organization ProPublica. The report describes a close relationship between the two men stretching...
China signals wait-and-see stance on big jet orders
China and France will study the need for cargo planes and long-haul jets "in due course," a joint statement said on Friday, following a state visit by French President Emmanuel Macron.
Troubles shadow lingers as N Ireland marks 25 years of peace
This month marks 25 years since the Good Friday Agreement largely ended three decades of conflict in Northern Ireland that left 3,600 people dead. Northern Ireland is observing the anniversary with a reunion of key players and a visit from U.S. President Joe Biden. But deep divisions remain...
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Republican lawmakers in Delaware push back against electric-vehicle mandate
Republican lawmakers proposed a measure to stop officials from phasing out the sales of new gasoline-fueled vehicles in Delaware by 2035.
NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week
Social media users shared a range of false claims this week. Here are the facts: President Joe Biden didn't make remarks about stopping former President Donald Trump from “taking power again” amid Trump's indictment. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg isn't prosecuting a parking garage...
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Republican congressman reacts to Chinese Embassy letter regarding Taiwan visit: ‘I am not intimidated’
GOP Pennsylvania Rep. Guy Reschenthaler said in a statement Thursday that he is not intimidated after receiving a letter from the Chinese Embassy discouraging a Taiwan trip.
Former Michigan House speaker charged with accepting bribes from cannabis companies - Washington Examiner
The former Michigan House Speaker is charged with accepting over $100,000 in bribes from cannabis companies seeking to obtain licenses. Rick Johnson, who was also the former chairman of the Michigan Marijuana Licensing Board, was federally charged along with three others by Mark Totten, U.S...
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Yields, expectations for rate hike rise after jobs report
Yields finished higher in a shortened trading day for the U.S. bond market following a highly anticipated report on the job market. The U.S. stock market was closed in observance of Good Friday, as were many markets across Europe. That left the U.S. bond market as one of the few open to react to...
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'Buckle up': DeSantis escalates Disney dispute, eyes hotel taxes and road tolls
The DeSantis administration is also examining if a recent agreement approved between a Central Florida board that had been controlled by Disney and the company runs afoul of the state’s growth laws, according to senior administration officials.
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US job creation slows but unemployment stays low
The world's biggest economy added 236,000 roles in March, led by bars and restaurants.
www.bbc.comBiden admin acknowledges flaws in Afghanistan pullout, says should have evacuated troops sooner
The Biden administration acknowledged it should have anticipated Afghanistan's collapse and evacuated troops more quickly.
Former Belarus politician gets 17-year sentence in absentia
TALLINN, Estonia (AP) — A Belarusian opposition leader and former ally of President Alexander Lukashenko received a 17-year prison sentence in absentia Friday on charges that included forming an extremist group and discrediting Belarus.
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Noem warns Biden admin over proposed Title IX regulations for transgender athletes: 'We'll see you in court'
South Dakota Republican Gov. Kristi Noem has vowed to fight back against the Biden administration's proposed set of Title IX rules to expand the meaning of sexual discrimination to include gender identity that would prevent schools and colleges from banning transgender athletes.
Inside the US jobs report: Record-low Black unemployment
The Black unemployment rate hit a record low in March, a milestone for a U.S. labor market that most policymakers and economists expect to begin cooling in the face of higher interest rates, jeopardizing those historic gains.
'Unholy Matrimony': How investigators solved the love triangle murder case of Sabrina and Robert Limon
The love triangle murder case involving wiretapping, Bible verses and poisoned pudding is the subject of a new “20/20” airing April 7 at 9 p.m. ET.
Missouri tornado survivors say cell phones saved their lives: ‘I was freaking out’
Severe weather in Missouri produced a tornado in the southeastern part of the state on Wednesday morning, resulting in uprooted trees, property loss and the tragic deaths of several residents.
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In Brazil, grief-stricken parents bury their children killed in ax attack
The country is reeling after a man with a hatchet jumped over a wall and burst into the Cantinho do Bom Pastor children’s center in southern Brazil, killing four children.
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Biden proposal would bar schools from enacting outright bans on trans athletes
A new rule proposed by the Biden administration would prevent schools and colleges from enacting outright bans on transgender athletes, but it would allow certain exceptions to promote fairness or reduce injuries. The proposal sends a political counterpunch toward a wave of Republican-led states...
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Ukraine war planning documents leaked online, Pentagon investigating
Classified documents from the U.S. military regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine have leaked via Twitter and Telegram, detailing secret information on troop logistics and weapons delivering.
Afghanistan evacuations should have happened earlier, White House admits - Washington Examiner
The Biden administration acknowledged that it should have begun evacuations during the military’s withdrawal from Afghanistan sooner.On Thursday, the administration released a 12-page unclassified summary of the after-action report on the withdrawal of U.S. forces from Afghanistan, which placed...
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2 suspects arrested in shooting deaths of 3 Florida teens; police searching for third suspect
Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods said authorities are searching for a third suspect.
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Who is Juan Merchan, the 'no-nonsense' judge who oversaw Trump's hush-money case?
The New York judge is no stranger to the drama the former US president brought to the courtroom.
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James Webb telescope provides new view of Uranus
After capturing the best photos of Neptune in decades in 2022, NASA has pointed the James Webb telescope’s high-powered lenses at the solar system’s other ice giant, Uranus.
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Father of prank YouTuber who was shot says family has received harassment
Tanner Cook was shot in the stomach while filming a prank video on Sunday
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Why do Jerusalem tensions fuel regionwide unrest?
JERUSALEM (AP) — It's become something of a grim, springtime tradition in the Holy Land. Israeli police fire tear gas and rubber bullets at Palestinians stockpiling rocks and fireworks inside one of the most bitterly disputed holy sites on Earth.
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Top U.S. shipping gateway mostly closes due to port worker shortage - employer group
A shortage of West Coast port workers has forced the busiest U.S. ocean trade gateway to largely shut on Friday, after months of strained labor negotiations between the union dock workers and their employers.
11-year-old who died after suicide attempt in N.J. school bathroom was bullied, mother says
Felicia LoAlbo-Melendez was found unresponsive in a bathroom stall at F.W. Holbein School in Mount Holly on Feb. 6 and died two days later.
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Paul Cattermole of British pop group S Club 7 dies at 46
In 2002, the group performed at a Buckingham Palace concert to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's 50 years on the throne.
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North Dakota legislature sends eight anti-transgender bills to governor - Washington Examiner
The Republican-led state legislature in North Dakota passed eight bills that would affect the state's transgender population this week, including a bill that bans biological males who identify as female from competing in sports with biological women. The bills, which were passed by the state...
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Tesla cutting prices on all models again
Tesla is cutting prices again to boost demand in an increasingly crowded electric vehicle (EV) market. The EV maker on Thursday cut prices on all of its models, including a $5,000 price drop …
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After Burkina Faso ousts French, Russia's Wagner may arrive
Months after hundreds of French troops left Burkina Faso, ousted by the ruling military junta, speculation is mounting that the war-torn nation will fill the void with fighters from Russia’s shadowy mercenary outfit, the Wagner Group. In January, Burkina Faso ordered some 400 French special...
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Germany and France join EU proceedings against Hungary over anti-LGBTQ law
The law bans the use of materials seen as promoting homosexuality and transgender identities in schools.
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LSU’s Angel Reese says she’ll visit White House after all
Louisiana State University (LSU) star forward Angel Reese said on Friday that she will go to the White House to celebrate her team’s championship win, after she called out first lady Jill Bid…
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Kansas passes anti-ESG bill, but it's milder than some want
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A proposal designed to thwart investing that considers environmental, social and governance factors has cleared the Kansas Legislature, but divisions within its GOP majorities kept the measure from being as strong as some conservatives wanted.
apnews.comPolicing software blamed in at least 3 states for errors, including losing a criminal case and crashing during 911 calls
Officials who have used Spillman Technologies’ software in California, Colorado and Texas allege it has created “huge safety risks” and led to at least one death.
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CDC warns doctors to be on the lookout for rare Marburg virus
The CDC sent out a warning Thursday for doctors in the U.S. to be on the lookout for cases of an Ebola-like virus after outbreaks in two African countries.
Covid caused brain damage in 2 babies infected during pregnancy, study shows
The newborns had seizures from the first day of life, and both had severe developmental delays. One infant died at 13 months, and the other was in hospice care.
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India asks states to ramp up testing as COVID-19 cases climb
India's federal government asked states to identify emergency hotspots and ramp up-testing for COVID-19, after the country recorded its highest daily case count since September, a Reuters tally showed on Friday.
What to know about the XBB.1.16 COVID variant causing concern in India
The WHO is monitoring a new COVID-19 subvariant that has been spreading in India and is beginning to pop up in the United States.
Florida: Covid whistleblower claims son’s arrest is ‘kidnapping’ by DeSantis
Rebekah Jones says 13-year-old, charged over apparent threats to middle school in February, targeted for political reasons
US states consider ban on cosmetics with 'forever chemicals'
A growing number of state legislatures are considering banning the sale of cosmetics and other consumer products that contain the toxic industrial compound PFAS, so-called forever chemicals. In Vermont, the state Senate gave final approval this week to legislation that would prohibit...
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Covid hospitalizations: See the latest trend and current count
The weight of the pandemic can be measured in the count of hospital beds filled with Covid-positive patients.
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China holds the key to understanding COVID-19 origins: WHO chief
The World Health Organization chief pressed China on Thursday to share its information about the origins of COVID-19, saying that until that happened all hypotheses remained on the table, more than three years after the virus first emerged.
Why allergy seasons are longer, more severe and how you can be ready
Allergists say climate change is making allergy seasons longer and more severe, but there are things you can do to be ready.
Curbing Covid’s assault on kids’ mental health
Kids might not display symptoms of mental illness, such as anxiety or depression, for quite some time after experiencing a traumatic event like the pandemic, which destabilized their lives, pediatric experts say.
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Can you use Ozempic and Wegovy to lose weight quickly?
For short-term weight loss, drugs like semaglutide aren't the answer.
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Births in Italy hit record low in 2022, population shrinks further
Births in Italy dropped to a new historic low below 400,000 in 2022, national statistics bureau ISTAT said on Friday, as the population continued to shrink.
Democrats push abortion rights to the ballot in 2024, using an old GOP playbook | CNN Politics
Key Democrats hoping to keep abortion access a central part of the 2024 campaign are looking to the 2004 playbook of an old Republican nemesis: Karl Rove.
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‘A silver lining’: how Covid ushered in a vaccines golden era
Pandemic accelerated advances in vaccine technology, opening up possibilities for combating array of diseases
First state law to criminalize 'abortion trafficking' may inspire others
In Idaho, giving abortion pills to a pregnant girl, harboring or transporting her without a parent’s consent is now punishable by 2-5 years in prison.
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How a lobbying blitz led to weaker Medicare Advantage reforms
The Biden administration this week finalized a highly anticipated rule to rein in billions of dollars in overpayments to private insurers through the federal government’s Medicare Advantage program…
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South Carolina House approves tax cut on feminine hygiene items
The South Carolina House approved a bill that would provide a tax cut on feminine hygiene items including tampons and pads. If the bill is signed into a law the state could lose $5.9 million.
COVID vaccine nasal spray shows strong immune response in study: ‘Could be a game changer’
A new study has shown promising results for a nasal COVID-19 vaccine, according to researchers at the Institute of Virology at Freie Universität Berlin in Germany.
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California lawmaker wants Peeps to change its ingredients
A bill in the California Legislature would ban five chemicals found in some of the most popular candy in the U.S. The bill by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel would ban chemicals found in candy like Skittles, Starbursts and Peeps. Gabriel said his goal is not to ban candy in California. He says he...
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Florida health officials removed key data from COVID vaccine report
The surgeon general’s guidance against the vaccine for young men ignored results showing infection was a greater risk for cardiac-related deaths.
Gut health: At what point does bloating go from "normal" to concerning?
What causes bloating? And when should you seek medical attention for that uncomfortable feeling of fullness? We asked an expert.
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How brains impact weight gain in men and women differently
Advanced brain scans are revealing the differences in how men and women gain weight and how that can impact our eating habits. Gastroenterologist Dr. Roshini Raj weighs in on the study and shares ways you can rewire your brain.
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Without other pandemic precautions, hospital mask rules didn't stop COVID spread, study finds
During the Omicron era, rules requiring mask use in U.K. hospitals didn't prevent COVID-19 spread when there were no other pandemic precautions in place, a new study finds.
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California to keep paying Walgreens despite abortion dispute
California's Medicaid program will continue to pay Walgreens about $1.5 billion each year. That's despite Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom declaring last month that the state would no longer do business with the pharmacy giant. Newsom was angry after Walgreens indicated it would not distribute...
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Covid deaths: Track the latest trends and fatality count
NBC News is tracking deaths from Covid-19 in the United States. These charts will be updated every Friday.
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WHO official criticizes China’s ‘inexcusable’ lack of transparency on pandemic’s origins | CNN
The World Health Organization still does not have key data from China about the origins of the Covid-19 outbreak, putting the world in jeopardy, says Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove, the group’s Covid-19 technical lead and head of its program on emerging diseases.
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For uninsured people with cancer, access to care can be "very random"
Patients with curable cancers must often wait for the condition to spread or become incurable before qualifying for federal disability. "Which is very depressing," one oncologist said.
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