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Op/Ed: North Carolina childcare is in crisis - and a business issue
A full-blown childcare crisis in North Carolina has the full attention of business leaders. It has to. The crisis is costing our state an estimated $5.65 billion every year.
Lawmakers accuse Justice Department of rushing SPLC indictment, citing whistleblower reports
Lawmakers have received whistle blower reports accusing a top Justice Department official of pressuring prosecutors to work quickly to indict the Southern Poverty Law Center despite misgivings about the case, House Democrats said in a new letter to the official, Associate Deputy Attorney General Aakash Singh.
An incredible NBA blowout, plus LIV’s cash burn
The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! I hope you have your hat ready for tomorrow. Coming up: 😳 A historic Knicks rout 😰 Edmonton’s conundrum 💸 LIV’s cash burn We had a flight of 3-2 series matchups in both the NBA and NHL last night. I must start with an NBA clincher, though, due to a simple staggering fact: The Knicks advanced to the second round last night after beating the Hawks, in Atlanta, by 51 points. Not a typo! This was a 50-point game in the...
With mass firing, Trump deals a fresh blow to American science
Ambitious research is on the chopping block following yet more cuts at the National Science Foundation.
Knicks eliminate Hawks with a 140-89 Game 6 blowout
OG Anunoby scored 29 points in 27 minutes, Karl-Anthony Towns had his second triple-double of the series and the New York Knicks had their biggest playoff victory in franchise history, overwhelming and eliminating the Atlanta Hawks 140-89 in Game 6 on Thursday night. The Knicks broke several NBA records by halftime. Dyson Daniels and Mitchell Robinson were ejected after fighting following a pair of free throws from Anunoby that gave the Knicks a 50-point lead in the second quarter.
New Lithium-Plasma Engine Passes Key Mars Propulsion Test
You’re on the fourth human mission to Mars, and you’re told the Odyssey spacecraft designed to take you there will be the smoothest ride you’ll ever take. It features a newly christened electric propulsion engine which was in the late stages of testing during the first three missions. The mission starts and the spacecraft travels at a crawl, and you wonder if it’s broken. A week goes by and you’re now traveling at more than 400,000 kilometers (250,000 miles) per hour, and your mind is blown as to how fast you’re going, how quickly that happened, and that this mission might be more awesome than you thought.
Sports media reacts to Knicks’ record blowout of Hawks
The New York Knicks put a record beatdown on the Atlanta Hawks in Game 6 of their Eastern Conference first round playoff series. After what had been a fairly competitive first five games, nobody could have expected what was to come in Game 6 of the series in Atlanta. The Hawks actually jumped out to…
Ayo Dosunmu out for Game 6 in latest blow for Timberwolves, Aaron Gordon sidelined again for Nuggets
The Minnesota Timberwolves' injury situation has somehow gotten worse.
The Trump Administration Casts Out the ‘Soul’ of MAHA
The withdrawal of Casey Means’s nomination for surgeon general is the latest blow to the movement.
Health alert issued for blowing dust in Albuquerque
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Program issued the health alert ahead of gusty wind conditions expected Thursday evening into Friday, May 1. FULL STORY ⬇️
FEMA reinstates whistleblowers as Trump administration reverses Noem’s policies
FEMA has reinstated a group of whistleblowers who signed an open letter to Congress last August warning that the Trump administration’s dismantling of the federal agency was setting the stage for a disaster-response breakdown on the scale of Hurricane Katrina, according to five FEMA officials with knowledge of the matter.
Mills Exit Is a Blow to Schumer as Democrats Question His Strategy
Senator Chuck Schumer, the New York Democrat and minority leader, considered the Maine governor his top recruit for winning the majority. Critics said her collapse showed he is out of touch with the party’s voters.
Krafton's removal from Subnautica 2 Steam page "blown up a little bigger than it was meant to", as developers emphasise continued co-publishing support
Krafton has confirmed to Eurogamer that it will continue its collaboration with Unknown Worlds on Subnautica 2 following Steam page debacle.
The Whistleblower Who Uncovered the NSA’s ‘Big Brother Machine’
An unexpected visitor gave my team the evidence we needed to prove that the government was secretly wiretapping Americans.
The world’s oil cartel is weaker. But what does it mean for pump prices?
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, OPEC, is about to lose one of its biggest members, the United Arab Emirates, delivering a blow to the cartel that could jeopardise its ability to influence global oil supply and prices. The short-term impact on the cost to fill your tank, may be limited, however.
Quixote to lay off 70 staffers, wind down most of its sound stage business in another blow to Hollywood
UAE quits OPEC in blow to cartel that could reshape global oil markets
The United Arab Emirates will leave a decades-old cartel of the world’s top oil exporters, delivering a major blow to the group that will ripple through the global oil market at a time of unprecedented turmoil caused by the Iran war.
NOAA’s Satellites Detect Blowing Dust Events that Impact Human Health and Safety
Scientists and forecasters are gaining better insights into how hazardous dust storms occur across southwestern North America thanks to NOAA satellites.
Rockets deny Lakers' sweep in 115-96 Game 4 blowout
HOUSTON -- Roughly 16 years have passed since the Los Angeles Lakers last brought out the brooms in the NBA Playoffs, sweeping the Utah Jazz in the midst of their 2010 championship run.
Blowing dust health alert in effect for Bernalillo County
Those with respiratory conditions advised to limit outdoor activity until 8 p.m.
Visualizing the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting incident in maps
A suspected gunman was apprehended Saturday after blowing past a security checkpoint at the Washington Hilton just as events were getting underway for the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
🚨 Champions League: Bayern lose another player before facing PSG
After Serge Gnabry, Bayern Munich will play its Champions League semi-final without another player.With two days to go before facing PSG, this is another major blow for the club.On April 26, Bayern pr...
Stagecoach 2026: How to watch livestream with Post Malone, Hootie & the Blowfish
You can also catch Ludacris, Warren Zeiders and Third Eye Blind on Amazon Music and Prime Video's Sunday Stagecoach livestream, which starts at 3 p.m. Pacific.
Ikea's New Blow-Up Chair Was Tested by Cats
Part of the new PS 2026 collection, it's taken the Swedish company 26 years to finally nail inflatable furniture.
‘We are less-than’: Americans fear more cuts to healthcare programs after RFK Jr. hearings
The Trump administration is poised to eviscerate Medicaid access for millions. RFK Jr. offered little to soften the incoming blow.
Apple wanted to blow us away for the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, now it’s not so sure
The iPhone 20 Pro sounded so good. Now Apple might be forced to abandon the plan entirely.
TST Best Bets: April 25, 2026
Heading into the season, the New York Knicks were one of the biggest favorites to come out of the Eastern Conference, while the conversation surrounding the Atlanta Hawks was whether it was time to blow it up. Five months and a Trae Young trade later, and these two teams are now embroiled in the most must-see series of the first round. On Saturday, the Knicks will look to avoid falling into what would be a catastrophic 3-1 hole, while CJ McCollum and the Hawks aim to repeat their late-game heroi
So how did the Rockets blow Game 3 against the Lakers?
SEC will blow up college football as we know it before sharing revenue
Big dog SEC isn't just barking during CFP expansion talks, it's showing teeth.
Blowing Rock student turns grief into state science fair award
BLOWING ROCK — A Blowing Rock student wanted to find a way to include her dogs in her sixth-grade science project. What followed was months of research, the loss of
Knicks lose, Mets blow 4-run lead and Jets make much-criticized NFL Draft selection in wild 4 minutes for New York sports
Jake Rogers turns 'crappy situation' into career moment with knuckleball
Detroit Tigers C Jake Rogers pitched in the ninth inning of Tuesday's blowout – and he recorded the first (pitching) strikeout of his MLB career.
Top Seattle art shows to see in May 2026
From a speakeasy-style gallery to an interactive art installation and a blow-out collage sale, these events from around the Seattle art scene are eye-catching.
Suit against trans sports referendum dealt serious blow by Maine officials
The Maine attorney general's office, representing the secretary of state, has largely rejected arguments that signatures were wrongly validated, according to new court filings.
Virginia congressional map vote could embolden Florida Republicans to push for boundary changes, says Jeffries
House Democratic leader says result should serve as a warning to Ron DeSantis after latest blow to Donald Trump’s redistricting battle
Astronomers measure the power and speed of black hole jets for the first time
Scientists for the first time have measured the instantaneous, mind-blowing power of jets blasting from a black hole.
Mets extend losing streak to 11 in excruciating fashion with blown shutout by Devin Williams, loss to Cubs in extras
The Mets’ losing streak was on the ropes on Sunday. But a blown save spoiled a ninth-inning shutout, and the Cubs prevailed in extras to extend New York’s misery.
PS5's NTE Blows Up Gacha Norms with 470 Free Pulls and No 50/50
Here's everything you need to know
Yankees news: Warren, bats key blowout win
Will Warren pitches his best outing; Yankees explode against left-handed Cameron; Cole feeling “good” after rehab start, still behind Rodón; a home game delay.
Schematik Is ‘Cursor for Hardware.’ Anthropic Wants In
Schematik is a program that aims to help people vibe code for physical devices. Hopefully, it won’t blow anything up.
Hemp beverage bill puts profits over Colorado kids
By Rachel O’Bryan The hemp THC beverage industry wants to sell its high-inducing drinks in Colorado everywhere that beer or wine is sold — including stores and restaurants near schools. This self-serving bill, Senate Bill 164, would blow Colorado’s regulated marijuana system wide open. For the past 12 years, marijuana sales to persons 21 years […]
Royals lose fifth straight, 4-2 in New York
It was Alex Lange’s turn to blow the game.
House approves short-term extension of surveillance law in blow to Republicans’ long-term plan
The decision to extend a warrantless security law until 30 April came after 20 Republicans worked with House Democrats to defeat attempts to pass five-year and 18-month renewals
Scientists Finally Measured The Mind-Blowing Power of a Black Hole's Jets
Because they found something strong enough to bend them.
DNI Tulsi Gabbard sends criminal referral over Trump’s 2019 impeachment to Justice Department
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard sent at least one criminal referral to the Justice Department seeking investigations of a whistleblower complaint and its handling by the intelligence community watchdog that led to the 2019 impeachment of President Donald Trump, a spokesperson for Gabbard’s office confirmed Wednesday.
Lehigh sets Division I record with 20-run first inning
Thirty-two Lehigh players batted during a 20-run first inning that set an NCAA record during a 38-6 blowout win over Coppin State.
Sporting suffer injury blow ahead of Arsenal 2nd leg
Ivan Fresneda is expected to miss Sporting CP’s match against Arsenal on Wednesday, but club captain Morten Hjulmand is back after suspension.Photo by Gualter Fatia/Getty ImagesSporting CP made a fe...
Millions of Floridians Will Bear the Brunt of Trump’s Health Cuts
(Bloomberg) -- Millions of people in the US are expected to lose their health coverage in coming years because of shrinking funding for federal programs. Few states would suffer a bigger blow than Florida.Enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies expired in December. More than $900 billion in cuts to Medicaid safety-net programs are on the horizon. Across the US, in excess of 14 million people are expected to lose health insurance through 2034, according to health-policy research nonprofit KFF.Flor
Dozens arrested as protesters urge Schumer, Gillibrand block bomb sale to Israel
Among the 90 people taken into custody were whistleblower Chelsea Manning, actor Hari Nef and New York City Council Member Alexa Avilés, according to a JVP spokesperson.
Trump’s strait blockade risks another serious blow to the global economy
The failure of US-Iran peace talks leaves President Donald Trump with a set of unattractive options that are unlikely to hand him a decisive or swift victory.
Blue Jays Facing Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Decision After Unfortunate News
The Toronto Blue Jays were dealt an unfortunate blow against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Napoli draw at Parma gives Inter chance to put one hand on Serie A title
Napoli's Serie A title defence suffered a blow with Sunday's 1-1 draw at Parma which gave league leaders Inter Milan the chance to move nine points clear.Napoli trail Inter by six points, a gap which could increase following the late match between the Milan giants and Champions League chasers Como.
Kansas City small business needs uniform tobacco regulation across Missouri
When every municipality can impose its own rules, store owners are at the mercy of whichever way the political winds are blowing. | Opinion
Republicans are torn on following Trump's lead in governor's race
Republicans have a rare, if slim shot at winning the governor’s mansion in deep blue California — but risk blowing it if they’re divided.
Hawks make the playoffs with rout of Cavs
CJ McCollum scored 29 points and the Atlanta Hawks used a big third quarter to blow out the Cleveland Cavaliers 124-102 on Friday night, clinching a playoff spot and the Southeast Division title.
Trump is bullying NATO again. But Americans like the alliance
For the second time in the still-quite-young 2026 calendar year, President Donald Trump is threatening to blow up the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, which Americans decidedly like, over a foreign policy adventure they decidedly do not.
Making cutting-edge science accessible to early physics students
By feeding students the mysteries and wonder of modern physics, Don Lincoln hopes to ‘blow their minds.’
Rockets Get By 76ers at Home for Eighth Straight Win
The Houston Rockets were on their way to blowing out the Philadelphia 76ers, but had to survive a late run in the fourth from Philly to pull out the win.
Craig Reedie, Who Fought Doping in Global Sport, Dies at 84
He led the World Anti-Doping Agency when Russia’s state-sponsored doping system was exposed a decade ago. He received blowback for the agency’s response.
Bicycle bell designed to defeat noise-cancelling headphones
Škoda's DuoBell is designed to be heard by people wearing high-end headphones, inexpensively blowing through active noise cancellation without being ridiculously loud or unnecessarily "smart." It's a "simple analog solution"…
Democrats just locked down control of one of the most important courts in America
Dems won a swing-state election in a 20-point blowout.
A’s Bullpen Blows Yet Another Game
A’s Lose Another Winnable Game
What to watch for in Georgia and Wisconsin tonight: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Trump's escalating threats against Iran are drawing blowback from some corners of MAGA world.
From The Sports Desk: Bruin beatdown
UCLA dominated in the women’s national title game. Will the men’s game be another blowout?
Trump says 'good chance' of deal with Iran on Monday
"I'm considering blowing everything up and taking over the oil" he added
Inside the Pentagon, fears of a disrupted war effort after Army chief’s ouster
The forced departure of Randy George in the middle of a war created yet another blow to morale inside the Pentagon, where officials expressed dismay over the state of the department's leadership.
3 biggest takeaways for Sixers following home loss to Pistons
Here are the three biggest takeaways for the Philadelphia 76ers following their blowout home loss to the Detroit Pistons.
'We couldn't adjust to it': How Michigan exposed Arizona's biggest weakness in Final Four blowout
When it was time to mount a comeback, Arizona didn't have the shooting firepower to make it happen.
Braves bats wallop Diamondbacks in 17-2 blowout victory
In what quickly became the most lopsided game of the season, the Braves struck early and often against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Thursday night en route to a 17-2 win. The Braves are now 5-2 on the young season, It took until game 17 last year to win five games. Matt Olson […]
South Carolina, in rare position as underdog, to lean on effort, defense vs. undefeated UConn in Final Four
The Gamecocks were blown out by UConn in last year's title game. They'll lean on their intangibles to change the outcome this time
Trump treats war as entertainment
The president likes to watch "stuff blowing up" in Iran. People are paying for his distraction with their lives
Another blow to blue-state business hubs
Apollo is eyeing a new headquarters in Florida or Texas.
Woo! Science: Blowing up Marshmallow Peeps at WPI and QCC
Woo! Science and scientists at Worcester Polytechnic Institute and Quinsigamond Community College explored putting marshmall Peeps in a microwave.
Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown shine in blowout win over Heat
Jayson Tatum had a triple-double, while Jaylen Brown dropped 43 points in the Boston Celtics blowout win over the Miami Heat
Observations after red-hot George pours in 39 points, Sixers blow out Wizards
Sixers’ Paul George pours in 39 points in blowout win over Wizards.
GOP leaders declare path to end DHS shutdown — but enormous hurdles remain
Days after a messy intra-party blowup, President Donald Trump and GOP leaders are projecting unity on a plan to reopen the Department of Homeland Security amid the longest-ever partial government shutdown.
Fernandez comments 'destabilising team at crucial moment'
The international break means two weeks without a Chelsea game - the perfect window for a small story to get blown out of proportion as fans and journalists sit around waiting for the Premier League to return. It was to this backdrop that Enzo Fernandez chose to launch his farewell tour.
The future of space business depends on a rocket that keeps blowing up
Dozens of startups working on data centers, mining and pharmaceuticals are hanging on Elon Musk's long-stalled megarocket.
The future of space business depends on a rocket that keeps blowing up
Dozens of startups working on data centers, mining and pharmaceuticals are hanging on Elon Musk's long-stalled megarocket.
LeBron James Makes NBA History With Triple-Double Against Wizards
LeBron James had a vintage game in the Los Angeles Lakers' blowout win over the Washington Wizards.
Lakers’ LeBron James laps himself with latest NBA record
LeBron James accomplished another NBA feat after racking up a triple-double in the Lakers' blowout win over the Wizards on Monday.
Michael Soroka throws immaculate 5th inning in Arizona Diamondbacks debut
Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Michael Soroka threw an immaculate fifth inning on Monday night against the Detroit Tigers, becoming the fourth pitcher in franchise history to strike out three straight batters on nine pitches. The 28-year-old Soroka made quick work of Javier Baez, Kerry Carpenter and Gleyber Torres, blowing a 95 mph fastball past Torres for his 10th strikeout of the game, which tied a career high.
DOJ whistleblower complains to Congress that internal watchdog isn’t doing its job
A former federal immigration prosecutor and whistleblower who has taken issue with Trump administration leadership has now gone to Capitol Hill, saying the internal watchdog offices of the Justice Department are doing nothing to investigate his and other complaints.
How big a miss could Araujo be for Celtic?
With reports suggesting Julian Araujo has been ruled out for up to eight weeks with a thigh injury, Celtic fans are fearing their season could unravel. Martin O'Neill's side currently sit third in the Scottish Premiership after a defeat at Dundee United, with Rangers two points ahead and leaders Hearts five points clear. News of the severity of the injury to Araujo, who has not played since the recent Scottish Cup win at Ibrox, has served as another blow during the international break.
Eurozone Business Confidence Falls on Iran War
Confidence among firms and consumers tumbled in March as the war in Iran dealt a fresh blow to already fragile sentiment.
Health care fraud whistleblowers could make millions as Bessent cracks down on sprawling scams
Quatraro: Carlos Estévez may pitch in lower-leverage situations
The closer’s lack of velocity costs him in blowing his first save.
Reds 3B Eugenio Suarez uses ABS challenge to counter back-to-back blown calls from umpire C.B. Bucknor
Impossible Science Live! with World Champion of Magic Jason Latimer
Impossible Science Live! with World Champion of Magic Jason Latimer From bending light with physics, to shaping water with chemistry and walking through solid glass with engineering, World Champion of Magic Jason Latimer’s mind-blowing live show delivers an inspiring message of how “The right question changes everything.” Impossible Science LIVE! expands on Jason Latimer’s inspiring TED Talk “ Seeing Beyond the Illusion of Knowledge ” with family-friendly, mind-blowing illusion entertainment. Uniting his favorite illusions from his illustrious career, Latimer reveals the secret to his magic is not special powers but simply a pursuit of challenging the impossible with curiosity. During your museum visit from April 7-11, 2026, drop into the auditorium for one of Latimer’s shows throughout the day. Shows are included with your Spring Break admission and FREE for museum members. Add a membership to your cart for free Spring Break admission! Available showtimes: 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. daily, with a 3:30 p.m. show on Saturday, April 11. Open seating; first come, first seated. About Jason Latimer: Jason Latimer has been featured on television around the world as both a scientist and magician. While Latimer is both a curator of the iconic Fleet Museum in San Diego, CA, and a World Champion Magician his network specials, TV series, and appearances span the globe. Jason has been featured as a science host on the Science Channel, Roku, Amazon, and as a magician on the Syfy Channel, History, BBC ONE, and Japan’s NHK. In 2021, SONY partnered with Latimer to bring his unique blend of science and magic to online and to PBS to assist with distance learning. Impossible Science’s growth has been exponential ever since, garnering over a hundred million views and multiple streaming awards as an educational series.
Celtics Announce Jaylen Brown News Before Hawks Game
The Boston Celtics have been dealt a huge blow ahead of their matchup against the Atlanta Hawks.
Health alert issued for Albuquerque due to blowing dust
Officials have issued a heath alert for the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County due to blowing dust.
Flyers heed Tocchet's advice in blowout of Blackhawks
The Flyers gave Rick Tocchet what he wanted as they blew out the Blackhawks, 5-1, for a big home win Thursday night.
Federal ruling on UF case deals blow to state law limiting faculty dispute appeals
Court filings showed multiple professors were denied arbitration after challenging terminations and performance reviews under the law.
Offshore wind projects suffer blow under Trump administration
The Trump administration has agreed to pay a French company nearly $1 billion to drop its plans for wind farms.
UK moves closer to ban on crypto cash in politics
Official recommendation for a pause will be seen as a blow to Nigel Farage, whose Reform UK is the only party so far accepting donations using the technology.
This Week in Politics: Developments in the U.S. and Iran War
The U.S. war with Iran rages on and continues to draw mounting public opposition and to induce harsh economic impacts. The conflict has prompted substantial blowback for the Trump administration. A recent poll from Quinnipiac University found that a majority (53%) of U.S. voters disapproved of U.S. military action against Iran, with a larger percentage...
Political donations in cryptocurrency could be blocked in blow to Reform UK
Government review also recommends political funding from Britons living abroad be capped at about £300,000 a year