TikTok ban bill is getting fast-tracked. Here's what to know.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is including the TikTok divest-or-ban bill in an aid package for Ukraine and Israel.
cbsnews.com
Ashanti and Nelly engaged and expecting a baby
The singers first dated in 2003 and delighted fans when they rekindled their relationship in 2023.
cbsnews.com
Pam Grier Tells ‘WWHL’ Snoop Dogg “Fainted” In The Bathroom After Meeting Her: “I Couldn’t Imagine Him Lying In Urine”
"He went in and fell down on the pissy floor and fainted."
nypost.com
Why Benjamin Netanyahu May Defy Joe Biden—Again
Israel's war cabinet is mulling how and when to respond to Iran's weekend drone and ballistic missile bombardment.
newsweek.com
Biden admin gives $6.1B to Micron Technology to help boost chip factories in New York
Joe Biden’s administration reached an agreement to dole out a staggering $6.1 billion in government support for semiconductor manufacturer Micron Technology to produce advanced computer memory chips in New York and Idaho. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) personally pursued US-based Micron to build what will ultimately be a set of four chip factories near...
nypost.com
Anti-Israel protestors occupy Columbia University campus
Four people – including one minor – was taken into custody on April 18 near the ongoing tent protest on Columbia University’s Morningside campus, authorities told The Post.
nypost.com
The Illogical Relationship Americans Have With Animals
A new book explores the roots of our love for certain creatures—and our indifference toward many others.
theatlantic.com
Croatia’s Election Result Makes a Far-Right Party a Possible Kingmaker
The Homeland Movement came third in parliamentary elections, setting itself up as a possible partner for the ruling conservatives, who failed to achieve a majority.
nytimes.com
The Basketball Tournament, FOX Sports announce multi-year agreement
The Basketball Tournament, the $1 million winner-take-all summer event, will air 27 games on the FOX Sports family of networks.
foxnews.com
Dave Portnoy slams ‘pervert’ sports columnist over ‘sexist’ Caitlin Clark interaction
Indy Star journalist Gregg Doyel came under fire for making a sexually charged comment that left the No. 1 WNBA draft feeling uncomfortable.
nypost.com
Weight-Loss Drug Suffers Supply Shortage
Drugmakers are struggling to keep up with surging demand for weight-loss drugs and their diabetes medication counterparts.
newsweek.com
Food historian claims tomato sauce on pizza is an American invention, outraging Italians: ‘Blasphemous’
Needless to say, Italy's proud pizzaiolos swallowed this pie-pothesis about as well as a ketchup-slathered slice.
nypost.com
Spaniel Puppy Experiencing Sand for the First Time Has 'Priceless' Reaction
Rolo couldn't stop running as soon as his paws touched the sand, leading one TikTok user to joke that he'd gone into "turbo mode."
newsweek.com
The 35 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week
A packed week includes the return of Filmfest D.C., the National Cannabis Festival, Earth Day activities and a Formula One car on Pennsylvania Avenue NW.
washingtonpost.com
Fox Nation special spotlights raids on P Diddy's properties, resurfaces details on death of mother to 3 kids
Fox Nation's new special 'What Diddy Do' takes a dive into the billionaire rapper's shocking federal investigation where he faces allegations of sexual abuse and assault.
foxnews.com
Brittany Mahomes gushes over NFL star husband as he dishes about dad bod
Brittany Mahomes gassed up her husband on Tuesday as he was named as one of Time magazine's "Most Influential People." He spoke to the magazine as well.
foxnews.com
What is a no-appraisal home equity loan?
No-appraisal home equity loans can help you tap into your home equity faster. Here's how.
cbsnews.com
Trump "hush money" trial resumes: What to know
Former President Donald Trump's New York "hush money" criminal trial resumes Thursday. Jury selection will continue with five jurors yet to be seated. Six alternate jurors will also be selected. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates reports.
cbsnews.com
Mom pummeled school bus driver in front of kids in caught-on-video attack: cops
Hermenegilda Marquez, 27, is facing a felony charge of aggravated assault on a school employee for the alleged attack in front of at least 11 school children in Mesa last Thursday, Arizona Family reports.
nypost.com
Many once-modest California towns have become ‘million-dollar cities’
Here are California’s rookie 'million-dollar cities.'
latimes.com
Red Sox vs. Guardians prediction: MLB odds, picks, best bets today
The Red Sox are in a slump, having lost six of their last eight games, but that could change against Cleveland on Thursday afternoon?
nypost.com
Luc Besson’s ‘Anna’ Is Shooting Up the Netflix Top 10. Is It His Farewell to Gun-Toting Waifs?
Luc Besson comes full circle with his most recent action thriller.
nypost.com
Google Fires 28 Employees Who Protested Israel Contract
Steve Marcus/ReutersGoogle fired 28 employees late Wednesday after staff members staged protests against the company’s work with the government of Israel during the war in Gaza.The terminations came after nine of the tech giant’s employees were arrested following 10-hour sit-in demonstrations at Google offices in New York City and Sunnyvale, California, on Tuesday. The workers involved in a group named No Tech for Apartheid say they were objecting to Project Nimbus—a $1.2 billion contract awarded to Google and Amazon in 2021 to provide cloud-computing services to the Israeli government.“They took over office spaces, defaced our property, and physically impeded the work of other Googlers,” Chris Rackow, Google’s vice president of global security, wrote in a companywide memo to staff announcing the firings, according to the New York Post. “Their behavior was unacceptable, extremely disruptive, and made co-workers feel threatened.”Read more at The Daily Beast.
thedailybeast.com
Trump lawyers tried to subpoena Stormy Daniels, but instead this happened
Former President Trump’s legal team says it tried to serve Stormy Daniels with a subpoena at a New York City bar last month, but she refused to accept it.
foxnews.com
At least 4 anti-Israel protesters, including 1 minor, arrested on Columbia University campus
At least four people – including one minor – was taken into custody Thursday morning near the ongoing tent protest on Columbia University’s Morningside campus, authorities told The Post. As of 9 a.m., it was unclear if the individuals were charged or issued summonses. “Why are you doing this to me, I’m just standing on the...
nypost.com
California's Largest Reservoir in Napa County Releases Water: Video
Lake Berryessa reached full pool over the weekend, and water naturally flowed into the Morning Glory Spillway.
newsweek.com
Why is Taylor Swift counting down to 2 p.m. EST on her website?
"The Tortured Poets Department" will be released on April 19.
nypost.com
Pregnant Lala Kent defends baring all in risqué baby bump snap — by posting another
The "Vanderpump Rules" star hit back at haters, telling "Jans" who were "clutching [their] pearls" to "try not to have a heart attack" over her snaps.
nypost.com
OJ Simpson cremated in Las Vegas
The remains of former NFL running back O.J. Simpson, who died at 76 last week following a battle with cancer, have been cremated in Las Vegas, Nevada.
foxnews.com
A travel guide to Wisconsin: Must-do activities and notable sights across the state
Wisconsin offers experiences for travelers seeking both adventure and relaxation. From cozy resorts to outdoor adventures, the state can suit every taste.
foxnews.com
British parliament votes to ban smoking for all people born after 2009
The U.K. House of Commons has voted in favor of banning the purchase of nicotine products for all individuals born after 2009, aiming to create the country's first "smoke-free generation."
foxnews.com
Trump returns to court today for Day 3 of his New York criminal trial
Seven New Yorkers were selected on Tuesday to serve as jurors in the first criminal trial of a former president in U.S. history.
cbsnews.com
‘RHONJ’ Alum Siggy Flicker’s Stepson Arrested For Storming The Capitol On Jan. 6
Flicker's "Stop the Steal" social media post assisted in incriminating her stepson.
nypost.com
Donald Trump Hush Money Trial Live Updates: Third Day of Jury Selection Begins
Jury selection resumes for the third day of former President Donald Trump's criminal hush money case in New York City. Follow Newsweek's live blog for the latest updates.
newsweek.com
Footage Shows Cats Returned to Shelter After Divorce: 'Hear the Heartbreak'
"I want people to take pet ownership seriously," Meagan Licari of Puppy Kitty NYCity animal rescue told Newsweek.
newsweek.com
Sheep Suspected in the Double Killing of Husband and Wife
Newshub YouTubeA man in New Zealand went looking for his elderly parents on Thursday morning after becoming concerned that he had not heard from them for days, reports say. At their rural rented property in Waitākere, West Auckland, he found a ram in a paddock alongside the lifeless bodies of his parents.The unnamed couple in their early 80s are believed to have both been killed by the sheep, according to The New Zealand Herald. Authorities believe the man had gone out to feed the ram and never returned, his wife then suffering the same fate when she went to check on him, Stuff reports.New Zealand Police said the bodies were found at around 7:30 a.m. local time on Thursday morning. The agency said in a statement that the “ram was in the paddock” when authorities were contacted about the situation.Read more at The Daily Beast.
thedailybeast.com
Mom who admitted to smothering toddler while high on meth walks free thanks to controversial judge
An Indianapolis mother who admitted to police that she smothered her two-month-old baby while high on meth became overwhelmed and hid her face in her hands when a controversial judge allowed to walk free Wednesday.
nypost.com
911 outages updates: Outages strike at least 4 states, but most service restored
Nevada, Nebraska, Texas and South Dakota are experiencing 911 outages, according to police.
abcnews.go.com
Israel ‘badly miscalculated’ how Iran would respond to assassination of top general, US officials claim
The Israelis initially did not think Iran would lash out in response to the airstrike, according to a report.
nypost.com
Jimmy Kimmel Gives Donald Trump a New Nickname
The comedian has a new nickname for Trump as the former president continues to attack him on social media over his Oscars jibe.
newsweek.com
Aces star A’ja Wilson accused of being jealous of Caitlin Clark after X post
The news of new Fever rookie Caitlin Clark reportedly nearing an eight-figure shoe deal with Nike set off some keyboard warriors Wednesday.
nypost.com
Matthew McConaughey recalls instant connection with Kate Hudson during 'How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days' audition
Matthew McConaughey is looking back on some of his iconic movies, opening up about his instant connection with "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days' costar, Kate Hudson.
foxnews.com
Haitian Americans worry about Haiti but are wary of foreign intervention
Some Haitian Americans say U.S. officials should be doing more to help those affected by the gang violence that has turned Port-au-Prince into a war zone.
washingtonpost.com
Newsom calls for increased oversight of local homelessness efforts
The call to ramp up accountability is the latest example of Newsom pointing at local governments for the failure to lessen homelessness, which has only worsened in his tenure despite more than $20 billion in state funds spent on programs to help.
latimes.com
Column: Changing our lives is scary. But the climate crisis is way scarier
If we don't start accepting imperfect clean energy solutions, the consequences could be catastrophic.
latimes.com
Signatures roll in for tough-on-crime ballot measure to reform California's Proposition 47
A coalition backing a tough-on-crime statewide ballot initiative to toughen penalties for retail theft and some drug offenses on Thursday submitted more than 900,000 voter signatures backing the measure, a strong indicator that it may come before California voters in November.
latimes.com
How the robots will remember us when we’re extinct
Two plays, from Rorschach Theatre and Washington Stage Guild, are about collectors (human and otherwise).
washingtonpost.com