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Maryland man found dead at Atlantis resort in the Bahamas, family demands answers
2025-04-11

Maryland man found dead at Atlantis resort in the Bahamas, family demands answers

Dinari McAlmont, of Bowie, Maryland, was found dead while on vacation in the Bahamas. NBC News' Kathy Park reports on the investigation as the family does not accept the police ruling that he drowned.

2025-04-11

Prehistoric mammoth-ivory artifacts challenge experts to explain their use

Around 400,000 years ago, prehistoric people living in western Ukraine found remains of Mammuthus trogontherii, or steppe mammoths.

2025-04-11

Bucks extend winning streak to 6 games with a 136-111 win over the Pelicans

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 28 points and 11 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks extended their winning streak to six games with a 136-111 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Kevin Porter Jr. had 20 points and seven assists, Kyle Kuzma and...

2025-04-11

State and local business leaders gather to talk tariff impacts, future of Texas trade

One topic is dominating the minds of Fort Worth’s business leaders this week — tariffs.

Judge will halt Trump administration from ending humanitarian parole for people from four countries
2025-04-11

Judge will halt Trump administration from ending humanitarian parole for people from four countries

A federal judge says she will halt the Trump administration from ending a program that allowed Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans to temporarily live in the United States. U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani in Boston issued a stay Thursday on...

2025-04-10

Turkey releases over 120 people charged with taking part in anti-government protests

ISTANBUL (AP) — Turkey on Thursday freed more than 120 people detained during last month's mass anti-government protests.

Prada to buy Versace in a deal valued at $1.4 billion
2025-04-10

Prada to buy Versace in a deal valued at $1.4 billion

Prada Group said Thursday it has agreed to buy rival fashion house Versace in a deal valued at $1.4 billion.

2025-04-10

The Latest: S&P 500 falls 2% at the open despite Trump’s tariff pause

U.S. stocks are giving back some of their historic gains from the day before as Wall Street weighs a global trade war that has cooled in temperature but is still threatening the economy. The S&P 500 was down 2.3% early...

Lebanon's civil war fighters working for reconciliation, 50 years on
2025-04-10

Lebanon's civil war fighters working for reconciliation, 50 years on

Near front lines where they once battled each other, former fighters in Lebanon's civil war now gather to bear the same message, half a century after the devastating conflict erupted: never again.

Driver killed in rollover crash in East County
2025-04-10

Driver killed in rollover crash in East County

A driver from El Cajon was killed and his passenger was injured in a rollover crash Wednesday afternoon in Lakeside, authorities said.

Miuccia Prada's path from activist to top designer
2025-04-10

Miuccia Prada's path from activist to top designer

As a student in the volatile May of 1968, Miuccia Prada took to the streets of Milan to demonstrate for women's rights wearing an Yves Saint Laurent suit.

Croatia protests Serbia's expulsions of its citizens as part of crackdown on dissent
2025-04-10

Croatia protests Serbia's expulsions of its citizens as part of crackdown on dissent

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Croatia on Thursday protested a spate of expulsions of its citizens from Serbia, where the government of populist President Aleksandar Vucic is faced with massive anti-corruption protests that have shaken his tight grip on power.

2025-04-10

AP News Summary at 10:35 a.m. EDT

Wall Street drops roughly 3% despite encouraging inflation data as Trump's trade war still weighs

Armenia and Iran hold joint military drills amid strains over Azerbaijan, nuclear program
2025-04-10

Armenia and Iran hold joint military drills amid strains over Azerbaijan, nuclear program

(Reuters) - Iran and Armenia were set to conclude two days of joint military exercises along their shared border on Thursday, amid tensions over Iran's nuclear program and between longtime rivals Armenia and Azerbaijan.

Cabot Creamery issues butter recall for possible fecal contamination
2025-04-10

Cabot Creamery issues butter recall for possible fecal contamination

Cabot Creamery issued a voluntarily recall for a single lot of its Extra Creamy Premium Butter, Sea Salted in seven states, totaling 1,700 pounds across 189 cases, after testing found the product to be contaminated with elevated levels of coliform bacteria, according to the U.S.

At a Saskatoon rally, Mark Carney was heckled left and right — quite literally
2025-04-10

At a Saskatoon rally, Mark Carney was heckled left and right — quite literally

While Carney struggled to remember where he left off, the crowd chanted his name

2025-04-10

Egg prices increase to record high despite Trump's predictions and bird flu outbreak slowing

U.S. egg prices increased again last month to reach a new record-high of $6.23 per dozen despite President Donald Trump’s predictions, a drop in wholesale prices and no egg farms having bird flu outbreaks. And the prices reported Thursday in...

2025-04-10

Medical License Count Rises in Nevada; Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners Credits Streamlined Protocols

The number of medical licenses issued in Nevada continued rising from 2023 to 2024, which the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners (Board) attributed to improved protocols and the growth of quality health care statewide. Year-end 2024 Board data shows the Silver State issued 2,002 unrestricted medical licenses in 2024, up 19% from 1687 a [...]The post Medical License Count Rises in Nevada; Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners Credits Streamlined Protocols appeared first on Nevada Business Magazine.

Trump targets former allies; Luka Doncic returns to Dallas | Hot off the Wire podcast
2025-04-10

Trump targets former allies; Luka Doncic returns to Dallas | Hot off the Wire podcast

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2025-04-10

Proposed tax on social media platforms in Minnesota could raise over $300M

Minnesota legislators are weighing a new tax on social media platforms that could raise $334 million in the next four years as the state faces a multibillion-dollar deficit later this decade and uncertainty surrounding federal funding.

Mexican drug lord convicted in killing of DEA agent released after completing sentence
2025-04-10

Mexican drug lord convicted in killing of DEA agent released after completing sentence

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Drug lord Ernesto “Don Neto” Fonseca Carrillo, who was convicted in the 1985 killing of a U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agent, was freed from prison after completing his 40-year sentence, a federal agent confirmed late Wednesday.

2025-04-10

Maple Leafs beat Lightning

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Matthew Knies scored a game-winning goal in overtime to record his second hat trick of the season, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Wednesday night.

2025-04-10

Illinois Senate president disagrees $4 million he took in political donations was improper

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Senate President Don Harmon said Wednesday that he disagrees with Illinois election officials who said he collected millions of dollars more in campaign contributions last year than he was allowed to under a state law designed to...

2025-04-10

Magic clinch 7th spot in Eastern Conference with win over Celtics

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Franz Wagner scored 23 points, Cole Anthony came off the bench with 18 points and the Orlando Magic beat the Boston Celtics 96-76 on Wednesday night to clinch seventh place in the Eastern Conference and the...

2025-04-10

Max Meyer gives up a no-hitter in the sixth and Marlins top Mets 5-0

NEW YORK (AP) — Max Meyer carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning and the Miami Marlins salvaged the finale of a three-game series by beating the New York Mets 5-0 on Wednesday.

Trump administration sued by fired Democratic EEOC commissioner
2025-04-10

Trump administration sued by fired Democratic EEOC commissioner

A former Democratic Equal Employment Opportunity Commission commissioner fired by President Donald Trump is suing the Trump administration, claiming that her termination was unlawful. Trump fired Jocelyn Samuels, the plaintiff of the lawsuit, and Charlotte Burrows, days into his second...

2025-04-10

Boston Mayor Wu says federal funding ‘chaos’ could lead to city layoffs, hiring freeze

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu said the city may be forced to make layoffs and implement a hiring freeze if anticipated federal funding doesn’t materialize for the $4.8 billion budget she has proposed for next fiscal year.

2025-04-10

Turner hits tiebreaking homer off Iglesias in 9th inning to lift Phillies past Braves, 4-3

Trea Turner hit a tiebreaking homer off closer Raisel Iglesias in the ninth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Atlanta Braves 4-3. Turner’s first homer of the season came off a slider from Iglesias. The NL East rivals have...

2025-04-09

Trump Administration Withdraws Key ADA Documents

By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, April 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- The Trump administration has removed 11 guidance documents that helped...

Woman accused of trying to hire guy she met on Tinder to kill ex and his daughter
2025-04-09

Woman accused of trying to hire guy she met on Tinder to kill ex and his daughter

A South Jersey woman is accused of trying to hire a man she recently met on Tinder to kill her ex-boyfriend -- who is a Philadelphia police officer -- and his teenage daughter.

Swiss president talks trade with Trump, hopes for fixes soon
2025-04-09

Swiss president talks trade with Trump, hopes for fixes soon

ZURICH (Reuters) - Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter said on Wednesday she had spoken to U.S. President Donald Trump by telephone about trade and was looking forward to reaching agreements after Switzerland was hit with bigger import tariffs than its EU...

2025-04-09

Alcaraz recovers to beat Cerundolo in 2nd round of Monte Carlo Masters

Defending French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz has started his clay-court season by rallying to a 3-6, 6-0, 6-1 victory over Francisco Cerundolo in the second round of Monte Carlo Masters. The second-seeded Alcaraz was coming off a surprising loss to...

France struggles to find new home for two orcas after park closes
2025-04-09

France struggles to find new home for two orcas after park closes

France is struggling to find a new home for an orca mother and her son after a marine park on the French Riviera closed down over a law banning shows featuring marine mammals.

2025-04-09

Key HIV Care Teams Let Go, Putting Mothers and Children at Risk

By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, April 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- The Trump administration has let go of the last remaining U.S. health...

2025-04-09

US Senate Panel Advances Trump Nominee to Oversee $42-Billion Government Internet Fund

By David ShepardsonWASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee voted 16-12, largely along party lines on Wednesday, to advance the...

US Senate panel votes to advance Trump nominee to oversee $42 billion government broadband internet fund
2025-04-09

US Senate panel votes to advance Trump nominee to oversee $42 billion government broadband internet fund

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee voted 15-13 along party lines Wednesday to advance the Trump administration's nominee to oversee a $42 billion government fund to bring high-speed broadband internet to unserved parts of America.

Mutiny brewing among Republicans over Trump budget
2025-04-09

Mutiny brewing among Republicans over Trump budget

Republican leaders raced Wednesday to pass a budget that will tee up Donald Trump's sweeping proposed tax cuts, as a rank-and-file rebellion over spending threatened one of the US president's signature policies.

2025-04-09

AP Entertainment SummaryBrief at 10:38 a.m. EDT

Jon Hamm steals expensive stuff and likely viewers' hearts in Apple TV+'s 'Your Friends & Neighbors'

Universal chooses a site near London to build its first European theme park
2025-04-09

Universal chooses a site near London to build its first European theme park

Universal says it has chosen the homeland of Harry Potter to build its first theme park and resort in Europe. The entertainment company and U.K. officials made the announcement Wednesday. The studio and theme park operator that has drawn millions...

2025-04-09

Nursing Home Fire Kills 20 in Northern China, Xinhua Reports

BEIJING (Reuters) -Twenty people have been killed in a fire at a nursing home in northern China, state news agency Xinhua reported on Wednesday...

2025-04-09

Bucks rally from 24-point, 4th-quarter deficit to beat Timberwolves 110-103

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 23 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for his third straight triple-double as the Milwaukee Bucks erased a 24-point, fourth-quarter deficit to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 110-103 on Tuesday. The Bucks won their fifth straight and snapped...

Trump's Tariffs Kick In, Deepening Trade War and Market Rout
2025-04-09

Trump's Tariffs Kick In, Deepening Trade War and Market Rout

By Joe Cash and Trevor HunnicuttBEIJING/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's "reciprocal" tariffs on dozens of countries took effect on...

Owner of three shopping malls in B.C. says she wants to buy Hudson's Bay
2025-04-09

Owner of three shopping malls in B.C. says she wants to buy Hudson's Bay

A Chinese billionaire in British Columbia has taken to social media to announce her plans to buy dozens of Hudson's Bay locations after she saw "Canadians feeling sad" over the collapse of the retail giant.

2025-04-09

Cole Ragans strikes out 11 as the Royals beat the sloppy Twins 3-0

Cole Ragans struck out 11 in six crisp innings, and the Kansas City Royals beat the sloppy Minnesota Twins 2-1. Kansas City won for the fourth time in five games despite managing just two unearned runs and three hits. Bobby...

Three people killed, three others injured in Virginia shooting
2025-04-09

Three people killed, three others injured in Virginia shooting

At least three people were killed and three others injured in a shooting in Spotsylvania County, Virginia. Authorities say a suspect has not been identified.

2025-04-09

Vietnam's Deputy PM to Meet US's Bessent, Boeing on Wednesday, Schedule Shows

By Phuong Nguyen, Francesco Guarascio and David LawderHANOI/WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister is set to talk on Wednesday with...

2025-04-09

Wood has 2 homers, 5 RBIs as Nats win their first home series victory over Dodgers since 2014

WASHINGTON (AP) — James Wood homered twice and matched a career high with five RBIs, leading the Washington Nationals over the Dodgers 8-2 on Tuesday night for their fourth consecutive victory and their first home series win over Los Angeles...

The International Monetary Fund reaches a deal with Argentina on a $20 billion bailout
2025-04-09

The International Monetary Fund reaches a deal with Argentina on a $20 billion bailout

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday said it has reached a preliminary agreement with Argentina on a $20 billion bailout, providing a welcome reprieve to President Javier Milei as he seeks to overturn the country's...

Who's eligible for the final federal carbon tax payment in Canada and when does it go out?
2025-04-09

Who's eligible for the final federal carbon tax payment in Canada and when does it go out?

Carney killed the tax so the final payment 'is a refund for tax you never paid,' says Queens prof, adding this 'once-over thing' could cost the government between $2.7 billion and $3 billion

Canada to impose counter-tariffs on U.S. auto imports on Wednesday
2025-04-09

Canada to impose counter-tariffs on U.S. auto imports on Wednesday

Measures slap a 25% levy on all non-CUSMA compliant autos imported into Canada from the U.S.

2025-04-09

Cavaliers clinch top seed in Eastern Conference

CLEVELAND (AP) — Darius Garland scored 28 points, Evan Mobley had 21 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists and the Cleveland Cavaliers clinched the top seed in the Eastern Conference with a 135-113 win over the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday...

2025-04-09

Panthers top Maple Leafs, snap 5-game slide and tighten Atlantic Division race

SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Eetu Luostarinen scored about a minute into the third period, and the Florida Panthers defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Tuesday night and helping the reigning Stanley Cup champions snap a five-game losing streak.

US defense secretary says China is a threat to Panama Canal, spurring a fiery response from Beijing
2025-04-09

US defense secretary says China is a threat to Panama Canal, spurring a fiery response from Beijing

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Panama Canal faces threats from China but together the U.S. and Panama will keep it secure. He said Tuesday that China-based companies' ownership of infrastructure around the canal poses a security threat. Hegseth...

Judge gives Trump administration deadline to provide evidence against Mahmoud Khalil
2025-04-09

Judge gives Trump administration deadline to provide evidence against Mahmoud Khalil

An immigration judge in Louisiana ordered the federal government Tuesday to provide evidence by Wednesday justifying its attempt to deport a Columbia University student activist.

Prague Zoo joins effort to ensure the survival of rare insect once considered extinct
2025-04-08

Prague Zoo joins effort to ensure the survival of rare insect once considered extinct

The Prague Zoo has joined an international effort to ensure the survival of a rare insect that had been considered extinct for more than 80 years

US scholar in Thailand jailed pending trial on charges of insulting the monarchy
2025-04-08

US scholar in Thailand jailed pending trial on charges of insulting the monarchy

A U.S. political science scholar accused by the Thai Army of insulting the Southeast Asian nation’s monarchy, an offense punishable by up to 15 years in prison, has been jailed pending trial

2025-04-08

Downfalls of the House proxy voting compromise

Public battling between House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) over proxy voting in Congress has come to an end, but its implications are only beginning to emerge. The question that animates them: What does it...

National Weather Service won't offer translated warnings anymore after AI contract ends
2025-04-08

National Weather Service won't offer translated warnings anymore after AI contract ends

Experts fear the lack of foreign-language warnings could leave some of the 68 million non English-speaking people in the U.S. in danger.

Markets calmer despite growing US-China trade tensions
2025-04-08

Markets calmer despite growing US-China trade tensions

Stock markets regained some ground on Tuesday, even as trade tensions between the United States and China escalated sharply after days of turmoil over US President Donald Trump's tariffs offensive.

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill 25 people in Gaza as Supreme Court hears Shin Bet cases
2025-04-08

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill 25 people in Gaza as Supreme Court hears Shin Bet cases

Palestinian medics say Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip overnight and into Tuesday have killed at least 25 people. They include eight children and five women. Meanwhile, Israel’s Supreme Court is hearing a group of eight cases challenging Prime Minister...

Post-snowstorm collision causes morning commuting delays
2025-04-08

Post-snowstorm collision causes morning commuting delays

The Kichi Zībī Mīkan was snarled after a late spring snowstorm overnight, which made for a treacherous morning commute.

Late Harrods owner ‘ruined lives’ of alleged victims: lawyer
2025-04-08

Late Harrods owner ‘ruined lives’ of alleged victims: lawyer

Five women who worked as nannies or flight attendants for late Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed had their lives “ruined” by years of abuse, during which they were subjected to “intrusive” medical checks, their lawyer told AFP. The five, who were not employed by the iconic London department store, are fighting for justice and claiming compensation [...]The post Late Harrods owner ‘ruined lives’ of alleged victims: lawyer appeared first on Digital Journal.

House Democrats targeting 3 California Republicans in 2026
2025-04-08

House Democrats targeting 3 California Republicans in 2026

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee rolled out a list of 35 House Republicans it plans to target in the 2026 midterms on Tuesday, including three California seats. The list, which the DCCC called its Districts in Play, includes Alaska Rep. Nick Begich (R); Arizona Reps. David Schweikert (R), Eli Crane (R) and Juan Ciscomani (R); [...]

2025-04-08

Montpellier hires novice Camara as the new coach in a last-ditch bid to avoid relegation

Rock-bottom Ligue 1 side Montpellier has hired inexperienced coach Zoumana Camara in a last-ditch bid to avoid relegation. The 46-year-old Camara has never been in charge of of a men’s professional squad. He replaces Jean-Louis Gasset. In a season marking...

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian forces caught 2 Chinese men fighting for Russia
2025-04-08

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian forces caught 2 Chinese men fighting for Russia

Ukraine's leader says two Chinese nationals were caught fighting alongside Russia's army in the war-torn east of his country, and he's demanding answers from Beijing.

Player Behind 'the Shot' Sues NCAA Over Lost Income
2025-04-08

Player Behind 'the Shot' Sues NCAA Over Lost Income

Kris Jenkins says his epic college basketball championship-winning shot at the buzzer in 2016 was worth hundreds of thousands, and he's suing the NCAA and six major conferences to that end. The AP reports NCAA athletes have been able to make money from their name, image, and likeness since July...

2025-04-08

‘Troubling pattern’ in Nevada’s probate system could be changed with new state bill

Nevada lawmakers on Monday heard a bill that would boost requirements to oversee a probate case, and were told a Las Vegas Review-Journal investigation uncovered a “troubling pattern” in the system.

2025-04-08

13th-century stories hidden in book binding tell sequel to King Arthur legend

For centuries, the stories of King Arthur, Lancelot, Merlin, Guinevere and the world of Camelot have come to be known as Arthurian legend, or the matter of Britain.

2025-04-08

Japan to get priority in trade talks after Trump-Ishiba call

Japan looks set to get priority in U.S. tariff talks, moving to the front of a long line of countries seeking to roll back President Donald Trump’s so-called reciprocal duties, which are scheduled to kick in on Wednesday.

Prince Harry mounts new court challenge over UK security downgrade
2025-04-08

Prince Harry mounts new court challenge over UK security downgrade

Prince Harry will push ahead with a court challenge in London on Tuesday as the self-exiled royal fights a decision to downgrade his personal security when he visits Britain.

2025-04-08

Maryland General Assembly alters Blueprint education plan: Here’s what changed

With a little more than five hours before adjourning, the Maryland General Assembly passed legislation Monday evening to alter the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future. The change maintains funding for community schools but bumps collaborative time implementation.

4/7: CBS Evening News
2025-04-08

4/7: CBS Evening News

Countries seek relief from Trump tariffs as recession fears grip market; These rural Texas high schools are teaming up to stay alive

NDP candidate listening to concerns of qathet constituents
2025-04-08

NDP candidate listening to concerns of qathet constituents

Tanille Johnston says she feels extremely rooted in the North Island-Powell River riding

South Korea sets presidential election for June 3: acting president
2025-04-08

South Korea sets presidential election for June 3: acting president

South Korea will hold a presidential election on June 3, the country's acting president said Tuesday, after Seoul's former leader Yoon Suk Yeol was removed from office over a disastrous declaration of martial law.

Indianapolis Zoo wants you to vote for name for baby orangutan
2025-04-08

Indianapolis Zoo wants you to vote for name for baby orangutan

Voting opened Monday to pick from three choices to name the new baby orangutan.

2025-04-08

AP News Summary at 10:26 p.m. EDT

Supreme Court allows Trump to deport Venezuelans under wartime law, but only after judges' review

2025-04-08

Ancient artifacts made of volcanic glass keep turning up in Canada. But how?

Volcanic glass has been discovered at more than 500 archaeological sites in western Canada. Geologically speaking, it shouldn’t be there.

Watch: Deadly storm system brings flooding to US South and Midwest
2025-04-07

Watch: Deadly storm system brings flooding to US South and Midwest

Severe weather hit parts of the US as forecasters warned that swollen rivers pose a danger even after the rain stops.

2025-04-07

RFK Jr. Touts Vaccine While at Funeral of Texas Girl Who Died of Measles

By Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, April 7, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- The death of a second child in a fast-growing U.S. measles...

2025-04-07

AP Business SummaryBrief at 10:44 a.m. EDT

Stocks are making wild swings as markets try to assess the potential damage from Trump's trade war

2025-04-07

Trump and Netanyahu Hold White House Talks on Tariffs, the War in Gaza and More

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is meeting with President Donald Trump in Washington, becoming the first foreign leader to visit Trump since he unleashed tariffs on countries around the world

Stocks are making wild swings as markets try to assess the potential damage from Trump's trade war
2025-04-07

Stocks are making wild swings as markets try to assess the potential damage from Trump's trade war

Wall Street is careening through a shocking day of trading, going from an early drop that dragged it 20% below its record to a sudden rise, only to revert to losses as worries remain about whether President Donald Trump’s trade...

2025-04-07

Standard Liege fans find a dangerous surprise under their seats at Belgian league match

Standard Liege’s travelling supporters made an unusual discovery when they arrived at the stadium of Belgian league rivals Charleroi at the weekend. Remote-controlled flares and smoke bombs were hidden under their seats. The Charleroi prosecutor’s office said it has referred...

U.S. soldier has sentence reduced for threats of murder and stealing
2025-04-07

U.S. soldier has sentence reduced for threats of murder and stealing

A U.S. soldier who was found guilty of making threats of murder and stealing in Russia had his more than three-year prison sentence reduced by seven months.

Mega Millions jumps to $5 per ticket tomorrow: 'People really want big jackpots'
2025-04-07

Mega Millions jumps to $5 per ticket tomorrow: 'People really want big jackpots'

Lottery officials expect higher revenue now from the twice-weekly game, enabling them to lower the odds of winning the jackpot from 1 in 303 million to 1 in 290 million.

Nations puzzle over how to respond to US trade war as global markets implode
2025-04-07

Nations puzzle over how to respond to US trade war as global markets implode

The impact from U.S. President Donald Trump's blast of tariff hikes is reverberating across world markets as America's trading partners puzzle over whether there is room for negotiating better deals. China struck a note of confidence even as markets in...

Sara Duterte back in Philippines after month with detained father
2025-04-07

Sara Duterte back in Philippines after month with detained father

Impeached Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has returned home after nearly a month at her father’s side in The Hague, where he is facing a charge of crimes against humanity, her communications team said Monday. “My job here is done,” she told reporters ahead of her departure, saying former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte’s legal team [...]The post Sara Duterte back in Philippines after month with detained father appeared first on Digital Journal.

RFK Jr. visits epicenter of Texas measles outbreak after death of second child who was infected
2025-04-07

RFK Jr. visits epicenter of Texas measles outbreak after death of second child who was infected

The first measles death in the U.S. in a decade was in an unvaccinated school-age child in February in Lubbock.

2025-04-07

Ovechkin surpasses Gretzky's long-standing NHL goal record, yet Islanders top Capitals 4-1

NEW YORK (AP) — Alex Ovechkin scored his record-breaking 895th career goal, but the New York Islanders beat the Washington Capitals 4-1 on Sunday.

Tentative deal is reached in House Republican fight over proxy voting for new parents
2025-04-07

Tentative deal is reached in House Republican fight over proxy voting for new parents

An agreement could end days of back-and-forth which has halted legislative work in the House and threatened to delay work on President Donald Trump's agenda.

2025-04-07

Judge orders Minnesota cannabis agency to hold canceled license lottery after all

Minnesota must conduct a preapproval lottery for cannabis business licenses that it abandoned late last year, a Ramsey County judge ruled Friday, saying social equity applicants who qualified for the drawing suffered a “public wrong” because of its cancellation.

IDF backtracks on account of killing Palestinian medics after new video emerges
2025-04-07

IDF backtracks on account of killing Palestinian medics after new video emerges

The Palestinian Red Crescent has released video clearly showing emergency vehicles with lights flashing before the Israeli military opened fire on them last month, killing 15 paramedics and aid workers later found in a mass grave. The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) originally said the vehicles approached them unmarked and in darkness.

Netanyahu and Trump to talk tariffs, Iran and Gaza
2025-04-07

Netanyahu and Trump to talk tariffs, Iran and Gaza

Talks on Monday between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump are expected to be dominated by Washington's shock tariffs on Israel and escalating tensions with Iran.

2025-04-07

China floats rate cuts, stimulus to counter Trump tariff hit

China said it has room to ease borrowing costs and reserve rules for lenders if needed to defend its economy against U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs.

Trump signals sweeping tariffs here to stay as futures market plunges
2025-04-07

Trump signals sweeping tariffs here to stay as futures market plunges

President Donald Trump indicated on Sunday night that the sweeping reciprocal tariffs he levied just last week are staying in effect, as the markets continue to plunge. In comments to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump pointed to U.S. trade...

2025-04-07

Newsom appeals 'irrational and malicious' decision to cut USDA food assistance program

Gov. Gavin Newsom sent an urgent appeal to the U.S. Department of Agriculture on Saturday, imploring the department to reverse the abrupt cancellation of a Biden-era program that feeds millions of California families and has served as a lifeline for...

Australia's Opposition Dumps Policy on Return to Office as Election Nears
2025-04-07

Australia's Opposition Dumps Policy on Return to Office as Election Nears

By Alasdair PalSYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia's opposition Liberal Party abandoned on Monday a plan to force government workers to return to the...

2025-04-06

Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 24, mostly women and children

Palestinian health officials say Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip have killed at least 24 people including over a dozen women and children. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is on his way to the United States to meet with President...

Knee Replacement Recovery Time: What You Need To Know
2025-04-06

Knee Replacement Recovery Time: What You Need To Know

SUNDAY, April 6, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Wondering what recovery is really like after knee replacement surgery?

Moroccans protest Israel's offensive in Gaza and take aim at Trump
2025-04-06

Moroccans protest Israel's offensive in Gaza and take aim at Trump

RABAT, Morocco (AP) — Tens of thousands of Moroccans on Sunday protested Israel’s latest offensive in Gaza, putting fury toward U.S. President Donald Trump near the center of their grievances.