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No 10 says Falkland sovereignty rests with UK after report of US 'review'

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No 10 says Falkland sovereignty rests with UK after report of US 'review'
🗞️ Breaking! — 07:26 AM(2h or newer)
7:26 AM

An internal Pentagon document reportedly raised the prospect of a change in position in retaliation for the UK not joining the Iran war.

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Israel and Lebanon extend ceasefire. And, Trump eases medical marijuana rules

Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump seeks 'best deal' with Iran - Reuters

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Israel and Lebanon extend ceasefire. And, Trump eases medical marijuana rules
🗞️ Breaking! — 07:08 AM(2h or newer)
7:08 AM

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire for three weeks, President Trump says. And, the Trump administration is easing rules on medical marijuana.

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Israel and Lebanon extend ceasefire for three weeks, Trump says - The Washington Post
2:04 AM

Israel and Lebanon extend ceasefire for three weeks, Trump says  The Washington Post

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Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump seeks 'best deal' with Iran - Reuters
12:06 AM

Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump seeks 'best deal' with Iran  Reuters

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Russia’s Central Bank Continues to Cut Rates

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Russia’s Central Bank Continues to Cut Rates
Russia’s Central Bank Continues to Cut Rates
🗞️ Breaking! — 07:08 AM(2h or newer)
7:08 AM

The central bank cut its key interest rate for an eighth straight meeting, and said further reductions were possible despite a jump in oil prices.

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What to know if your flight is canceled over rising jet fuel costs

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What to know if your flight is canceled over rising jet fuel costs
🗞️ Breaking! — 07:05 AM(2h or newer)
7:05 AM

Airlines worldwide have begun canceling flights as the war in the Middle East strains jet fuel supplies and pushes up prices — but the disruption doesn’t end there.

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NC woman and Texas teen arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue

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NC woman and Texas teen arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue
🗞️ Breaking! — 07:00 AM(2h or newer)
7:00 AM

Two young people have been arrested in an alleged plot to attack a Texas synagogue that involved driving through the congregation to “kill as many Jews as possible,” according to authorities and court documents.

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Congress Still Has a Chance To Curb Section 702 Surveillance Abuses

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Congress Still Has a Chance To Curb Section 702 Surveillance Abuses
🗞️ Breaking! — 07:00 AM(2h or newer)
7:00 AM

An eye peers through a keyhole, amid GPS data points on a map.

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Today in Supreme Court History: April 24, 1963

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Today in Supreme Court History: April 24, 1963
🗞️ Breaking! — 07:00 AM(2h or newer)
7:00 AM

4/24/1963: Sherbert v. Verner argued. The post Today in Supreme Court History: April 24, 1963 appeared first on Reason.com.

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Today in Supreme Court History: April 23, 1985
7:00 AM

4/23/1985: Cleburne v. Cleburne Living Center, Inc. argued. The post Today in Supreme Court History: April 23, 1985 appeared first on Reason.com.

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Officers investigated for gross misconduct after woman found dead at home

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Officers investigated for gross misconduct after woman found dead at home
Officers investigated for gross misconduct after woman found dead at home
🗞️ Breaking! — 07:00 AM(2h or newer)
7:00 AM

Two police officers are being investigated for potential gross misconduct after a woman was found dead at her home.

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Ready to have your bank account erased? Why our inaction on AI is terrifying

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Ready to have your bank account erased? Why our inaction on AI is terrifying
🗞️ Breaking! — 07:00 AM(2h or newer)
7:00 AM

There are two immediate threats that our legislators are either ignoring or simply don't understand.

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Youth Suicides Drop

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Youth Suicides Drop
Youth Suicides Drop
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:48 AM(2h or newer)
6:48 AM

We are covering a success story today.

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GOP’s Surveillance Renewal Fight

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GOP’s Surveillance Renewal Fight
GOP’s Surveillance Renewal Fight
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:47 AM(2h or newer)
6:47 AM

Plus: The DOJ reclassifies medical marijuana, and U.S. forces board a sanctioned Iranian-linked oil tanker.

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Key suspect in notorious Tadamon massacre during Syria civil war arrested

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Key suspect in notorious Tadamon massacre during Syria civil war arrested
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:41 AM(2h or newer)
6:41 AM

Amjad Youssef was wanted over the mass killing of blindfolded civilians in April 2013 in the district of Damascus.

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Who’s Getting a Tariff Refund?

Liberal
Who’s Getting a Tariff Refund?
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:31 AM(2h or newer)
6:31 AM

Following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down several Trump administration tariffs, importers have begun applying for their share of $166 billion in refunds. As our economic policy reporter Tony Romm explains, consumers are unlikely to see much of that money returned to their own pockets.

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Review: A Novel About a Tradwife Influencer Taken Back in Time

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Review: A Novel About a Tradwife Influencer Taken Back in Time
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:30 AM(2h or newer)
6:30 AM

The protagonist in Yesteryear wakes up one day in what appears to be a real 1800s homestead.

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A.I. Start-Ups From Canada and Germany Merge to Take On Silicon Valley

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A.I. Start-Ups From Canada and Germany Merge to Take On Silicon Valley
A.I. Start-Ups From Canada and Germany Merge to Take On Silicon Valley
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:29 AM(2h or newer)
6:29 AM

Cohere is acquiring Aleph Alpha in a deal aimed at customers uneasy about the dominance of American companies in artificial intelligence.

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Briton in Netflix's 'Con Mum' faces fresh charges in Singapore

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Briton in Netflix's 'Con Mum' faces fresh charges in Singapore
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:26 AM(2h or newer)
6:26 AM

Dionne Marie Hanna, 85, is accused of duping more than two dozen people - including her own son.

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Intel soars on signs AI boom for CPUs is here - Reuters

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Intel soars on signs AI boom for CPUs is here - Reuters
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:17 AM(2h or newer)
6:17 AM

Intel soars on signs AI boom for CPUs is here  Reuters

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Nato says 'no provision' to expel members after report US could seek to suspend Spain

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Nato says 'no provision' to expel members after report US could seek to suspend Spain
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:14 AM(2h or newer)
6:14 AM

An internal Pentagon email reportedly outlines options to punish allies over a perceived lack of support for Iran war.

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US journalist kidnapped in Iraq thanks 'so many people' who helped get her released

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US journalist kidnapped in Iraq thanks 'so many people' who helped get her released
US journalist kidnapped in Iraq thanks 'so many people' who helped get her released
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:12 AM(2h or newer)
6:12 AM

A US journalist who was kidnapped in Iraq said she's "incredibly grateful" to everyone who helped secure her freedom.

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China bans dual-use items exports to 7 European entities over Taiwan arms sales - Reuters

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China bans dual-use items exports to 7 European entities over Taiwan arms sales - Reuters
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:10 AM(2h or newer)
6:10 AM

China bans dual-use items exports to 7 European entities over Taiwan arms sales  Reuters

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US economic chokehold on Iran reaches peak leverage as collapse risks emerge

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US economic chokehold on Iran reaches peak leverage as collapse risks emerge
US economic chokehold on Iran reaches peak leverage as collapse risks emerge
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:00 AM(2h or newer)
6:00 AM

U.S. economic pressure on Iran has reached historic levels, but inconsistent enforcement limits full impact of sanctions, a former Treasury expert says.

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UK biobank data incident caused by 'a few bad apples', boss says

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UK biobank data incident caused by 'a few bad apples', boss says
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:00 AM(2h or newer)
6:00 AM

Professor Sir Rory Collins said he was "angry" and "upset" about the incident, as both the bank's boss and a participant.

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Review: Queer Eye Helped Promote LGBTQ Acceptance Without Yelling at People

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Review: Queer Eye Helped Promote LGBTQ Acceptance Without Yelling at People
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:00 AM(2h or newer)
6:00 AM

The show, now in its final season, reminds viewers that people of different races, political parties, and sexual orientations can have mutually enriching interactions.

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Trump’s Approval Drops to New Low, and Condom Prices Rise Because of the War

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Trump’s Approval Drops to New Low, and Condom Prices Rise Because of the War
Trump’s Approval Drops to New Low, and Condom Prices Rise Because of the War
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:00 AM(2h or newer)
6:00 AM

Plus, your Friday news quiz.

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'Self-aware' robots can learn complex tasks by watching humans. Is that a good thing?

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'Self-aware' robots can learn complex tasks by watching humans. Is that a good thing?
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:00 AM(2h or newer)
6:00 AM

Scientists say they've made a key breakthrough that would allow robots to figure out complex tasks on their own, but experts say it raises questions about how much risk comes with letting robots be in charge of their own learning.

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Democrats poised to escalate pressure on GOP with repeated votes on Iran war powers

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Democrats poised to escalate pressure on GOP with repeated votes on Iran war powers
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:00 AM(2h or newer)
6:00 AM

House Democrats are ready to escalate their effort to end the Iran war. Since the strikes began on Feb. 28, the lower chamber has voted only twice on war power resolutions, which would require President Trump to terminate the military campaign against Tehran unless Congress explicitly approves it. That pace is about to change dramatically.…

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GOP senators ratchet up pressure on Speaker Johnson to quickly end DHS shutdown

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GOP senators ratchet up pressure on Speaker Johnson to quickly end DHS shutdown
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:00 AM(2h or newer)
6:00 AM

Republicans in the upper chamber are ramping up the pressure on Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to swiftly approve a Senate-passed bill to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), arguing that tens of thousands of federal workers could miss paychecks next month if the House delays much longer. Senate Majority Leader John Thune…

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Gunboat diplomacy ramps up in Hormuz Strait, endangering shaky ceasefire

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Gunboat diplomacy ramps up in Hormuz Strait, endangering shaky ceasefire
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:00 AM(2h or newer)
6:00 AM

While the U.S., Iran and Israel have largely halted the barrage of missile, bomb and drone strikes that defined the first month of the war, a tit-for-tat battle is escalating at sea.  The U.S. military and Iran both seized tankers in international waters this week, and Tehran struck vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. President…

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Tariff refunds in sight as importers start signing up

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Tariff refunds in sight as importers start signing up
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:00 AM(2h or newer)
6:00 AM

Importers are inching closer to receiving tariff refunds this week as companies begin to work through the government’s newly launched system.  It enables companies to formally request their piece of the $166 billion in collected duties invalidated by the Supreme Court. Still, the Trump administration warns it may be weeks before funds change hands. Though some…

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Democrats worry they may be taking the wrong lesson from recent wins

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Democrats worry they may be taking the wrong lesson from recent wins
🗞️ Breaking! — 06:00 AM(2h or newer)
6:00 AM

Democrats are winning races — and even redistricting battles — but some in the party worry they’re not yet winning the argument.  Recent victories —from a gubernatorial win in New Jersey to a favorable redistricting outcome this week in Virginia, along with a string of special election overperformances — have given Democrats reason for confidence.  Heading…

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The Difficulty of the Search Question: More Thoughts on Chatrie

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The Difficulty of the Search Question: More Thoughts on Chatrie
🗞️ Breaking! — 05:53 AM(2h or newer)
5:53 AM

Another in a series.

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Watch: Powerful tornadoes barrel through northern Oklahoma

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Watch: Powerful tornadoes barrel through northern Oklahoma
🗞️ Breaking! — 05:49 AM(2h or newer)
5:49 AM

There was significant damage in Enid, a city of about 50,000 people, according to local reports.

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US singer had 'significant amount' of child abuse images on iCloud, say prosecutors

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US singer had 'significant amount' of child abuse images on iCloud, say prosecutors
US singer had 'significant amount' of child abuse images on iCloud, say prosecutors
🗞️ Breaking! — 05:41 AM(2h or newer)
5:41 AM

US prosecutors said a "significant amount" of child sex abuse images have been recovered during an investigation into the singer D4vd, who has denied murdering a 14-year-old girl.

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Man charged with murder of headteacher

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Man charged with murder of headteacher
Man charged with murder of headteacher
🗞️ Breaking! — 05:38 AM(2h or newer)
5:38 AM

A man has been charged with murder after a headteacher was knocked off his bike.

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Judge dismisses Smokey Robinson's defamation claim against rape accusers

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Judge dismisses Smokey Robinson's defamation claim against rape accusers
🗞️ Breaking! — 05:29 AM(2h or newer)
5:29 AM

The veteran singer had made a counterclaim after four housekeepers sued him for alleged sexual assault.

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'A dangerous standoff' as Strait of Hormuz blockade continues

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'A dangerous standoff' as Strait of Hormuz blockade continues
5:26 AM

The US and Iran's rival blockades of the Strait of Hormuz have become a "test of wills", says Lyse Doucet.

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Gaza Set to Hold First Local Election in Two Decades

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Gaza Set to Hold First Local Election in Two Decades
Gaza Set to Hold First Local Election in Two Decades
5:15 AM

Hamas said it was not participating in the municipal elections in Deir al-Balah, set for this weekend. Residents said it was a long-awaited opportunity to address the city’s problems

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No US-Iran peace talks in sight, but Islamabad maintains security lockdown - Reuters

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No US-Iran peace talks in sight, but Islamabad maintains security lockdown - Reuters
5:11 AM

No US-Iran peace talks in sight, but Islamabad maintains security lockdown  Reuters

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BOE Survey Finds Inflation Expectations Rise, But Wage Outlook Cools

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BOE Survey Finds Inflation Expectations Rise, But Wage Outlook Cools
BOE Survey Finds Inflation Expectations Rise, But Wage Outlook Cools
5:09 AM

Businesses expected to raise their prices at a faster rate than they did prior to the Middle East conflict, though wage increases were seen slowing.

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In pictures: North India braces for heatwaves as temperatures cross 40C

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In pictures: North India braces for heatwaves as temperatures cross 40C
5:07 AM

India's weather department has issued heatwave warnings in parts of northern India.

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The Conspiracy Theory Behind Tucker Carlson’s Apology

Liberal
The Conspiracy Theory Behind Tucker Carlson’s Apology
5:04 AM

Rather than honestly reckoning with their role in America’s derangement, MAGA apostates are creating a scapegoat to explain it away.

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Companies, Not Consumers, to Cash In Big From Tariff Refunds

Liberal
Companies, Not Consumers, to Cash In Big From Tariff Refunds
Companies, Not Consumers, to Cash In Big From Tariff Refunds
5:02 AM

Many families felt the sting of the president’s now-illegal tariffs, but companies have said little about whether they will share the $166 billion coming back to them.

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Could an Earthly Fungus Contaminate Mars? NASA May Have Found One Hardy Enough.

Liberal
Could an Earthly Fungus Contaminate Mars? NASA May Have Found One Hardy Enough.
Could an Earthly Fungus Contaminate Mars? NASA May Have Found One Hardy Enough.
5:02 AM

Researchers identified a species that can survive radiation, extreme heat and simulated Martian soil, posing a new challenge for protocols intended to keep the red planet pristine.

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A New Worry for Republicans: Latino Catholics Offended by Trump

Liberal
A New Worry for Republicans: Latino Catholics Offended by Trump
A New Worry for Republicans: Latino Catholics Offended by Trump
5:02 AM

In 2024, the president made significant inroads with Hispanics. But in a competitive Arizona congressional district, voters now express dismay at his feud with the pope.

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Should a Straight Person Represent Stonewall’s City Council District?

Liberal
Should a Straight Person Represent Stonewall’s City Council District?
Should a Straight Person Represent Stonewall’s City Council District?
5:02 AM

In a special election on Manhattan’s West Side, home to major L.G.B.T.Q. sites and institutions and many gay residents, a straight person could win for the first time since 1991.

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Todd Blanche Targets Trump’s Enemies Amid Jockeying to Lead DOJ

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Todd Blanche Targets Trump’s Enemies Amid Jockeying to Lead DOJ
Todd Blanche Targets Trump’s Enemies Amid Jockeying to Lead DOJ
5:02 AM

Mr. Blanche’s salvo of actions are meant to demonstrate progress on the president’s priorities, chief among them payback.

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Sam Altman’s Next High-Wire Act: Getting OpenAI to Make More Money

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Sam Altman’s Next High-Wire Act: Getting OpenAI to Make More Money
Sam Altman’s Next High-Wire Act: Getting OpenAI to Make More Money
5:02 AM

Mr. Altman, who has faced criticism over OpenAI’s direction, has culled company projects and is trying to be more disciplined with strategy.

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The Rich and Powerful Want to Live Forever

Liberal
The Rich and Powerful Want to Live Forever
5:02 AM

From the Kremlin to Silicon Valley, some of the most powerful people in the world now want something more: eternal life.

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Kenyan leader sparks uproar after mocking Nigerians' spoken English

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Kenyan leader sparks uproar after mocking Nigerians' spoken English
5:01 AM

William Ruto says Kenyans speak "some of the best English in the world" while it is hard to understand Nigerians.

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How Ashley Padilla, Breakout ‘S.N.L.’ Star, Nails Comic Timing

Liberal
How Ashley Padilla, Breakout ‘S.N.L.’ Star, Nails Comic Timing
5:00 AM

Ashley Padilla’s ability to extend a moment transforms what could be a routine joke into something stranger and more absurd.

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D.E.I. Is Discriminatory. Agree or Disagree?

Liberal
D.E.I. Is Discriminatory. Agree or Disagree?
5:00 AM

They championed diversity, equity and inclusion policies for years. Now they have complicated feelings about what they built.

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How Elon Musk Used SpaceX to Benefit Himself and His Businesses

Liberal
How Elon Musk Used SpaceX to Benefit Himself and His Businesses
How Elon Musk Used SpaceX to Benefit Himself and His Businesses
5:00 AM

The rocket maker has been a useful financial tool for Mr. Musk, providing the billionaire with loans and aiding his struggling companies, a Times examination found.

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They Were Michael Jackson’s ‘Second Family.’ Now They Say He Abused Them.

Liberal
They Were Michael Jackson’s ‘Second Family.’ Now They Say He Abused Them.
They Were Michael Jackson’s ‘Second Family.’ Now They Say He Abused Them.
5:00 AM

The Cascio siblings are suing Mr. Jackson’s estate after standing by him for years as he faced accusations of child molestation.

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After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers

Liberal
After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers
5:00 AM

With an April 30 deadline fast approaching, Johnson unveiled his latest proposal to extend the controversial surveillance program known as FISA 702.

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Why Trump wants to spend $1 billion on Great Salt Lake

Liberal
Why Trump wants to spend $1 billion on Great Salt Lake
5:00 AM

Utah's Great Salt Lake has been labeled an "environmental nuclear bomb" and it has the attention of the president of the United States.

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Motor racing Turkey's Istanbul Park to host F1 for at least 5 years from 2027 - Reuters

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Motor racing Turkey's Istanbul Park to host F1 for at least 5 years from 2027 - Reuters
4:55 AM

Motor racing Turkey's Istanbul Park to host F1 for at least 5 years from 2027  Reuters

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World stocks, oil on edge as US-Iran deadlock weighs - Reuters

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World stocks, oil on edge as US-Iran deadlock weighs - Reuters
4:54 AM

World stocks, oil on edge as US-Iran deadlock weighs  Reuters

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Transgender prisoner charged with sexually assaulting inmate

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Transgender prisoner charged with sexually assaulting inmate
Transgender prisoner charged with sexually assaulting inmate
4:48 AM

A transgender prisoner has been charged with sexually assaulting a fellow inmate at a Scottish jail.

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Morning news brief

Liberal
Morning news brief
4:45 AM

Ongoing U.S. blockade of Strait of Hormuz strands thousands of seafarers, Trump administration eases rules on medical marijuana, Wildfires fueled by drought continue to spread in parts of Georgia.

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A child lost her dad in the Key Bridge collapse. Now, DHS wants to deport her mother

Liberal
A child lost her dad in the Key Bridge collapse. Now, DHS wants to deport her mother
4:44 AM

The mother's story is a stark example of how immigration policy can change drastically with each administration — and transform the lives of immigrants.

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Two widows share how a park bench brought them together

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Two widows share how a park bench brought them together
4:42 AM

Two widows discuss their friendship which started on a park bench

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Woman trapped in poo for three hours after outback toilet collapses

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Woman trapped in poo for three hours after outback toilet collapses
4:39 AM

The woman got stuck waist-deep in a pit latrine in the Australian outback after it gave way.

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Growing use of guest editors has turned some journals into a ‘playground of bad science’

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Growing use of guest editors has turned some journals into a ‘playground of bad science’
Growing use of guest editors has turned some journals into a ‘playground of bad science’
4:30 AM

The problematic use of guest editors was spotlighted last week when a genetics journal retracted nearly an entire special issue.

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Opinion: The local news crisis is also a public health crisis

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Opinion: The local news crisis is also a public health crisis
Opinion: The local news crisis is also a public health crisis
4:30 AM

Health and science reporting is often treated as optional coverage. It is anything but.

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Psychedelics get a boost from the White House

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Psychedelics get a boost from the White House
Psychedelics get a boost from the White House
4:30 AM

In this week’s STATus Report, host Alex Hogan chats with STAT Washington correspondent Daniel Payne about Trump's psychedelics EO.

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Opinion: I started medical school at 69 and will begin residency at 72. Here’s what I learned

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Opinion: I started medical school at 69 and will begin residency at 72. Here’s what I learned
Opinion: I started medical school at 69 and will begin residency at 72. Here’s what I learned
4:30 AM

Starting residency at 72 isn’t for the faint of heart. But that’s what Dawn Zuidegeest-Craft is doing.

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South Korea police arrest man for posting AI photo of runaway wolf

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South Korea police arrest man for posting AI photo of runaway wolf
4:23 AM

The widely circulated image had prompted authorities to move their search operation.

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Giant octopus, likened to mythical creature capable of dragging down ships, once roamed the seas

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Giant octopus, likened to mythical creature capable of dragging down ships, once roamed the seas
Giant octopus, likened to mythical creature capable of dragging down ships, once roamed the seas
4:09 AM

A giant octopus, likened to a mythical creature said to be capable of dragging ships to their doom, roamed the seas during the age of the dinosaurs, according to researchers.

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EU to prepare blueprint for mutual assistance pact, amid NATO doubts - Reuters

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EU to prepare blueprint for mutual assistance pact, amid NATO doubts - Reuters
4:02 AM

EU to prepare blueprint for mutual assistance pact, amid NATO doubts  Reuters

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Brickbat: Who Are You

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Brickbat: Who Are You
4:00 AM

European Commission Chief Spokesperson Paula Pinho

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India gold premiums hit over 10-week high on tight supply; China demand rises - Reuters

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India gold premiums hit over 10-week high on tight supply; China demand rises - Reuters
3:59 AM

India gold premiums hit over 10-week high on tight supply; China demand rises  Reuters

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China rejects Trump accusation that intercepted Iran ship was 'gift from China' - Reuters

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China rejects Trump accusation that intercepted Iran ship was 'gift from China' - Reuters
3:55 AM

China rejects Trump accusation that intercepted Iran ship was 'gift from China'  Reuters

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Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports - Reuters

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Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports - Reuters
3:51 AM

Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports  Reuters

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Minneapolis campaigners press Swiss National Bank to dump Palantir investment - Reuters

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Minneapolis campaigners press Swiss National Bank to dump Palantir investment - Reuters
3:50 AM

Minneapolis campaigners press Swiss National Bank to dump Palantir investment  Reuters

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Meta to cut one in 10 jobs after spending billions on AI

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Meta to cut one in 10 jobs after spending billions on AI
3:31 AM

The cuts, which employees had been expecting for weeks, will be Meta's largest layoff since 2023.

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Jimmy Kimmel Roasts Trump at a Mock White House Correspondents’ Dinner

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Jimmy Kimmel Roasts Trump at a Mock White House Correspondents’ Dinner
3:19 AM

The late night host took “a page from the Kid Rock alternative halftime show,” which aired during the Super Bowl, in offering his own “all-American” version of the Washington tradition.

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Does Trump Have the Patience to Win a War?

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Does Trump Have the Patience to Win a War?
Does Trump Have the Patience to Win a War?
3:00 AM

Plus: Justice Clarence Thomas takes on progressivism.

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'African tribe' leader deported from UK after eviction from Scottish woods

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'African tribe' leader deported from UK after eviction from Scottish woods
'African tribe' leader deported from UK after eviction from Scottish woods
3:00 AM

The leader of a self-styled "African tribe" that set up camp in the Scottish Borders has been deported from the UK, the Home Office has confirmed.

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Open Thread

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Open Thread
3:00 AM

What’s on your mind?

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Open Thread
3:00 AM

What’s on your mind?

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Europe Mulls What Mutual Defense Looks Like Outside NATO

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Europe Mulls What Mutual Defense Looks Like Outside NATO
Europe Mulls What Mutual Defense Looks Like Outside NATO
2:52 AM

European Union nations have a little-known obligation to protect one another. Experts caution it is no replacement for NATO.

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The Price of Crossing Crypto Could Be Higher in 2026

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The Price of Crossing Crypto Could Be Higher in 2026
The Price of Crossing Crypto Could Be Higher in 2026
2:47 AM

After spending $130 million in 2024, the crypto industry's political machine is richer and more fractured heading into the midterms.

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There Is No Winning in Iran

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There Is No Winning in Iran
There Is No Winning in Iran
2:45 AM

We are a long way from ‘unconditional surrender.’

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Can AI Out-Hack Humans?

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Can AI Out-Hack Humans?
Can AI Out-Hack Humans?
2:45 AM

Anthropic’s Mythos model highlights dangerous weaknesses in our cyber infrastructure—and AI’s potential to fix them.

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Four Decades Later, Threats Persist at Chernobyl

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Four Decades Later, Threats Persist at Chernobyl
Four Decades Later, Threats Persist at Chernobyl
2:44 AM

It’s not just radiation: Workers at the site fear the return of Russian troops.

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The Enduring Lessons of Fusionism

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The Enduring Lessons of Fusionism
The Enduring Lessons of Fusionism
2:42 AM

The fusionists built an influential movement by rejecting populism. Today’s conservatives should take note.

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Indonesia to import 150 million barrels of crude oil from Russia this year, deputy minister says - Reuters

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Indonesia to import 150 million barrels of crude oil from Russia this year, deputy minister says - Reuters
2:42 AM

Indonesia to import 150 million barrels of crude oil from Russia this year, deputy minister says  Reuters

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U.S. Steps Up Crackdown on Online Scams Directed From Southeast Asia

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U.S. Steps Up Crackdown on Online Scams Directed From Southeast Asia
U.S. Steps Up Crackdown on Online Scams Directed From Southeast Asia
2:39 AM

The Trump administration announced criminal charges, sanctions and multimillion-dollar rewards aimed at combating the scams.

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Aboriginal children's book pulled over illustrator's Bondi attack comments

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Aboriginal children's book pulled over illustrator's Bondi attack comments
2:37 AM

Several writers have cut ties with the University of Queensland Press for cancelling the book.

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Geely's Caocao to deploy thousands of fully customised robotaxis in 2027 - Reuters

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Geely's Caocao to deploy thousands of fully customised robotaxis in 2027 - Reuters
2:37 AM

Geely's Caocao to deploy thousands of fully customised robotaxis in 2027  Reuters

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TotalEnergies approves Kazakh renewable project despite disputes - Reuters

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TotalEnergies approves Kazakh renewable project despite disputes - Reuters
2:15 AM

TotalEnergies approves Kazakh renewable project despite disputes  Reuters

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After call from Beijing, China's auto industry races to embed AI in just about everything - Reuters

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After call from Beijing, China's auto industry races to embed AI in just about everything - Reuters
2:11 AM

After call from Beijing, China's auto industry races to embed AI in just about everything  Reuters

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Exclusive: Stellantis to focus funding on core car brands as CEO drives turnaround, sources say - Reuters

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Exclusive: Stellantis to focus funding on core car brands as CEO drives turnaround, sources say - Reuters
2:02 AM

Exclusive: Stellantis to focus funding on core car brands as CEO drives turnaround, sources say  Reuters

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Japan launches financial task force amid AI security fears - Reuters

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Japan launches financial task force amid AI security fears - Reuters
1:53 AM

Japan launches financial task force amid AI security fears  Reuters

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2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue

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2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue
1:45 AM

Two young people have been arrested in an alleged plot to attack a Texas synagogue that involved driving through the congregation to "kill as many Jews as possible," according authorities.

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India rebukes Trump for sharing ‘hellhole’ remarks on birthright citizenship - Reuters

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India rebukes Trump for sharing ‘hellhole’ remarks on birthright citizenship - Reuters
1:43 AM

India rebukes Trump for sharing ‘hellhole’ remarks on birthright citizenship  Reuters

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US soldier 'made hundreds of thousands of dollars betting on Maduro capture'

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US soldier 'made hundreds of thousands of dollars betting on Maduro capture'
US soldier 'made hundreds of thousands of dollars betting on Maduro capture'
1:36 AM

A US special forces soldier involved in the military operation that captured Nicolas Maduro has been charged with allegedly betting on the raid.

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Trump administration vows crackdown on Chinese firms 'exploiting' U.S. AI models

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Trump administration vows crackdown on Chinese firms 'exploiting' U.S. AI models
1:21 AM

The Trump administration is vowing to crack down on foreign tech companies' exploitation of U.S. artificial intelligence models, singling out China at a time that country is narrowing the gap with the U.S. in the AI race.

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Canada's AI startup Cohere buys Germany's Aleph Alpha to expand in Europe - Reuters

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Canada's AI startup Cohere buys Germany's Aleph Alpha to expand in Europe - Reuters
1:21 AM

Canada's AI startup Cohere buys Germany's Aleph Alpha to expand in Europe  Reuters

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Pentagon fires ombudsman overseeing military newspaper after calling it ‘woke’ - The Washington Post

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Pentagon fires ombudsman overseeing military newspaper after calling it ‘woke’ - The Washington Post
1:18 AM

Pentagon fires ombudsman overseeing military newspaper after calling it ‘woke’  The Washington Post

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Trump intends to invite Putin to G-20 summit in Miami, officials say - The Washington Post

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Trump intends to invite Putin to G-20 summit in Miami, officials say - The Washington Post
1:13 AM

Trump intends to invite Putin to G-20 summit in Miami, officials say  The Washington Post

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