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10 Wickedly Cool Carroll Shelby Cars That Made The Man A Legend

Carroll Shelby was an iconic figure in American automotive culture whose cars spoke for themselves. Here are 10 of coolest car he helped create.

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Apr 5 • 8:45 AM EDT • Technology • jalopnik.com
New York Jets Flight Connections 04/05/26

Happy Easter Sunday, Jets fans! Below are your links for the day. Brian Costello – What Jets might do at quarterback in 2026 NFL Draft Rich Cimini – With Sabres playoff berth, Jets own longest active playoff drought Andrew Crane – Jets now by themselves for longest-active playoff drought with Sabres clinching berth after 14 […]

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Apr 5 • 7:00 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Arkansas baseball rallies to even series at Auburn

The Razorbacks got a great pitching performance from Hunter Dietz and Ethan McElvain, and two big swings from Ryder Helfrick.

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Apr 3 • 10:34 PM EDT • Sports • wholehogsports.com
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Trump signs order aimed at stabilizing college sports with threats to federal funding

The threat of cutting funding to cash-starved schools that don’t comply is real, even if the stricter rules that come out of the executive order he signed Friday could take a while to figure out.

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Apr 3 • 8:17 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Trump signs order aimed at stabilizing college sports with threats to federal funding

The threat of cutting funding to cash-starved schools that don’t comply is real, even if the stricter rules that come out of the executive order he signed Friday could take a while to figure out.

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Apr 3 • 8:17 PM EDT • Sports • pbs.org
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Georgia lawmakers pass bill that lets property owners sue over homeless encampments

Homelessness advocates say the bill would cause law enforcement to arrest people because they have nowhere to sleep and spur frivolous lawsuits paid for by taxpayers.

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Apr 3 • 7:31 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Karpathy shares 'LLM Knowledge Base' architecture that bypasses RAG with an evolving markdown library maintained by AI

Karpathy proposes something simpler and more loosely, messily elegant than the typical enterprise solution of a vector database and RAG pipeline.

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Apr 3 • 7:30 PM EDT • Technology • venturebeat.com
Pope Leo's political voice and how much influence he holds

Pope Leo XIV is the first American to lead the Catholic Church, and after nearly a year of advocating for the poor and cautiously opposing controversial U.S. policies, Leo is offering a more public contrast with Trump. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses the pope's first year and what his recent criticism says with Joseph Capizzi, Father Thomas Reese, Annie Selak and Stephen White.

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Apr 3 • 7:30 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Northeast Kansas City residents push back against state-run mental health facility planned at Belvedere Park

Kansas City, Missouri, has announced plans to open a state-run mental health facility at Belvedere Park, and community members are saying it is not exactly the dream they were sold.

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Apr 3 • 6:08 PM EDT • Health • kshb.com
Fact-checking key moments in Bondi's tenure as Trump's attorney general

PolitiFact has fact-checked Bondi since 2010, during her Florida attorney general run, a seat she held from 2011 to 2019. Here are some key moments and falsehoods from her year-plus in the nation’s top law enforcement spot.

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Apr 3 • 5:37 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Company backed by Trump sons looks to sell drone interceptors to Gulf states being attacked by Iran

The sales drive by Florida-based Powerus – which announced a deal last month to bring aboard Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. – positions the company to potentially benefit from a war that their father began.

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Apr 3 • 4:17 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Federal government sues three states for trying to regulate prediction markets

All three states have sent cease and desist orders to such companies accusing them of engaging in illegal online gambling under state law.

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Apr 3 • 4:07 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Georgia lawmakers fail to settle voting machines conflict before end of annual session

The Georgia General Assembly ended its annual session early Friday without a plan for new equipment to overhaul the state's voting system by a July deadline, plunging into doubt the future of elections in the political battleground.

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Apr 3 • 3:58 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
A Nebraska hospital in peril shows how a Republican-led rural health fund is coming up short

It's a problem that millions of Americans in rural areas are awakening to as they realize there's no windfall coming for the vulnerable hospitals near their homes.

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Apr 3 • 3:24 PM EDT • Health • pbs.org
What Trump's Iran war means for Republicans ahead of midterms

This is not the run-up to the midterm elections that Republicans wanted.

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Apr 3 • 12:43 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Trump calls for a major increase in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic spending

The White House is releasing details of President Donald Trump’s 2027 budget, including a $1.5 trillion defense spending request. That's the largest of its kind in decades.

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Apr 3 • 9:16 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
What to know about Todd Blanche, Trump's pick for acting attorney general

Before picking Blanche to help lead and now run the Justice Department, President Donald Trump was his client.

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Apr 3 • 9:05 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
We all need to become better science storytellers. Here’s why and how.

Last week, in a lovely New Haven bar, six people gathered in front of a crowd to tell stories that were somehow related to science and public health. It was magical. One person talked about learning how social determinants of health helped them forgive their mother’s alcoholism. Another shared what it’s been like navigating a dementia diagnosis. Another described their last dinner with their mother before they left Nigeria to come to the U.S. and how that moment, plus the diagnosis that followed, shapes their career goals today. As the Executive Director of The Evidence Collective at Your Local Epidemiologist, I was ecstatic to bring this event, “Science and Storytelling,” to the community surrounding the Yale School of Public Health. Stories are not the default way most people communicate about science and public health. In fact, we are taught to take all the emotion out of data, but that makes it pretty darn boring to everyone else. And if people can’t see themselves in it, feel themselves in it, or influence it, how can we ask them to support it? Why do stories stick? How can we all—from community members to public health scientists—do better? And what are some examples?

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Republicans in Congress announce plan to end DHS shutdown, but political battle continues
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Apr 2 • 6:50 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
With Iran war address, Trump urges increasingly skeptical electorate to give him a bit more time

President Donald Trump finds himself not only negotiating with an enemy that refuses to throw in the towel but also dealing with an American tolerance for a conflict that's being stretched.

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Apr 2 • 5:05 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Democrats sue to block Trump's executive order targeting mail ballots

Democrats sued Wednesday to block President Donald Trump's latest executive order restricting mail voting, arguing that the U.S. Constitution empowers states and Congress, not the president, to determine who is eligible to vote by mail. The lawsuit marks the second round of battles over the president's power to control elections. Trump's opponents handily won the first round last year, blocking his initial executive order intended to reshape election procedures by convincing multiple federal judges that

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Apr 2 • 3:24 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Giants-Mets Series Preview: Good vs. Good enough

The Mets radically reinvented themselves in the offseason while the Giants tinkered. Which strategy will win?

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Apr 2 • 3:00 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Bypassing Congress, Trump says he'll sign order to resume pay for Homeland Security

The DHS funding lapse had seemed likely to stretch into next week as the House is contemplating passing a Senate plan it had previously rejected to fund the bulk of the agency, but not its immigration enforcement operations.

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Apr 2 • 11:38 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
New Public Health Leadership Award recognizes oral health champions in California

California dentists who have distinguished themselves through a lifetime of leadership and contributions in public health and public policy can be recognized through a CDA Foundation award launched April 1.

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Apr 2 • 11:36 AM EDT • Health • cda.org
Learn about the Master of Science in Data Science for fall 2026 | CWRU Newsroom | Case Western Reserve University

Case School of Engineering’s new Master of Science in Data Science program will equip students with advanced skills in data science, artificial inte...

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Apr 2 • 10:56 AM EDT • Science • case.edu
4 takeaways from Trump's address on the Iran war

President Donald Trump sought Wednesday to explain his rationale for the war against Iran at a pivotal moment at home and abroad, but he offered few new details as he amasses extraordinary executive authority to prosecute the military operation.

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Apr 2 • 10:46 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Hershey to return to classic Reese’s recipe after founder’s grandson criticizes brand

Hershey plans to phase out compound coatings in select Reese's products, transitioning to traditional chocolate by 2027, affecting less than 3% of Reese's items.

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Apr 2 • 7:00 AM EDT • Business • foxbusiness.com
In conversation with Craig Melvin, Rahm Emanuel says Dems lost focus

Rahm Emanuel, a former White House chief of staff and Chicago mayor spoke at Wofford College for a political discussion moderated by Craig Melvin

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Apr 2 • 5:08 AM EDT • Politics • greenvilleonline.com
It’s Simple, Really: Red Wings Just Can’t Score

The post It’s Simple, Really: Red Wings Just Can’t Score appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now. There are myriad reasons why the Detroit Red Wings find themselves adrift and on the outside looking in when it […] The post It’s Simple, Really: Red Wings Just Can’t Score appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now.

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Apr 2 • 4:00 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
How Business Schools Must Reinvent Themselves In An AI-Driven Market

Students graduating in today’s labor market are facing a reality that no previous generation has faced: a job market where many entry-level tasks can be done by AI.

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Apr 1 • 7:33 PM EDT • Business • forbes.com
Georgia's Brad Raffensperger showcases Ponzi scheme fight as he runs for governor

It was a moment of triumph for Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger on Wednesday, as he announced his office had persuaded a securities firm to refund $6.7 million to investors who lost money in an alleged $156 million Ponzi scheme.

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Apr 1 • 4:59 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Republican leaders in Congress say they'll pursue a path to ending the partial shutdown

The plan represents a return to what Republican senators had in mind when, early Friday, they passed a bipartisan funding agreement through unanimous consent.

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Apr 1 • 4:20 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Trump isn't immune from civil claims that his Jan. 6 rally speech incited riot, judge rules

U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta's decision now sets the stage for a possible civil trial.

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Apr 1 • 3:23 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
A messy governor's race in California raises Democratic fears of a potential loss

Democrats have run California for years, but in a nationally critical election the party is being confronted by the limits of its own power: the race for governor is out of control.

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Apr 1 • 3:12 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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How Rubio's and Vance's differing stances on Iran war point to challenges ahead of 2028 election

With both seen as the party's strongest potential candidates in a 2028 primary, the two Cabinet members have to balance their roles in the Trump administration with their future political plans.

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Apr 1 • 2:49 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
DHS pauses new immigrant warehouse purchases as all Noem-era contracts are reviewed

The new Homeland Security Secretary, Markwayne Mullin, was sworn in last week to lead a department that was steeped in controversy during Kristi Noem's tenure but also central to President Trump's mass deportation agenda.

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Apr 1 • 2:41 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
From TMZ to Trump, pressure grows to bring Congress back during partial shutdown

TMZ built its brand tracking celebrities. Now it is turning its attention to Congress.

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Apr 1 • 2:35 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Brilliant bagels: Casper woman launches authentic NYC-style bagel business

CASPER, Wyo. –– While Carolyn Reilly has only been selling her homemade bagels around Casper for a couple of months, the bagels themselves can be traced

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Apr 1 • 10:57 AM EDT • Business • oilcity.news
WATCH LIVE: Artemis II blasts off on journey sending astronauts around the moon
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Apr 1 • 10:11 AM EDT • Science • pbs.org
WATCH LIVE: Artemis II blasts off on journey sending astronauts around the moon
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Live Updates: Supreme Court considers Trump's order on birthright citizenship

Every lower court to have considered the issue has found the order illegal and prevented it from taking effect. A definitive ruling by the nation’s highest court is expected by early summer.

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Apr 1 • 9:09 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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She’s Behind the Shutter: Women in Sports Photography

We look at photos taken by women, and so do you. Many who consume The Michigan Daily’s sports content fail to realize that, more often than not, the photo they are looking at was taken by a woman. With a staff made up of a supermajority of women, we are constantly pushing against preconceived boundaries that sports and sports photography belong to men.Our readers watch women compete tenaciously, aggressively and skillfully at every level. The Daily photo staff is honored to capture every moment. From gritty action shots to tender portraits, these women work beyond the bounds of sports photography to create images that reflect the moments others may miss.Working in a male-dominated field presents a host of challenges for young women hoping to make a name for themselves. Our photographers are here to explain the challenges and rewards of fighting for a spot in the action.

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Mar 31 • 11:58 PM EDT • Sports • michigandaily.com
NeeDoh craze draws lines, boosts business for Valley Junction shop

Customers describe driving from store to store, checking inventories that vanish within minutes, and even encountering empty shelves despite online listings showing items in stock.

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Mar 31 • 11:13 PM EDT • Business • kcci.com
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Democrats try new tactic to win a House seat in Utah — running as progressives in a red state

For decades, Democrats' only chance of getting elected to Congress from the conservative state of Utah was by convincing voters that they were sensible moderates. But the political landscape has changed, thanks to a redistricting shakeup that created a deep blue district anchored by Salt Lake City.

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Mar 31 • 8:15 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Bruce Springsteen launches political U.S. tour with 'Streets of Minneapolis'

The New Jersey rocker released “Streets of Minneapolis” in late January amid the nationwide outcry over the shooting deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal officers.

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Mar 31 • 7:23 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Amazon is offering up to 50 percent off chargers from Anker and others for its Big Spring Sale

You only have a few hours left to save.

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Mar 31 • 7:00 PM EDT • Technology • theverge.com
WATCH: Trump signs executive order to create national list of eligible voters

President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters, a move that is sure to draw legal challenges as the president continues to demand further restrictions on voting ahead of this year's midterm elections.

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Mar 31 • 6:24 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Schumer had a plan to win back the Senate, but some Democrats aren't on board

Democrats are fighting over whether the party's traditional playbook still works in a country that elected Donald Trump for a second time — and whether leaders like Schumer should remain in charge.

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Mar 31 • 4:42 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Trump's White House ballroom construction must halt unless Congress OKs it, judge orders

“The President of the United States is the steward of the White House for future generations of First Families. He is not, however, the owner!” the judge wrote.

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Mar 31 • 3:54 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
What to expect in Arkansas' primary runoff elections

Two Arkansas Republicans with competing visions on how best to implement President Donald Trump’s agenda to overhaul elections and voting will vie for their party’s nomination for the state’s top elections job on Tuesday.

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Mar 31 • 3:42 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Golf Entertainment Group Inc. Announces Full Year Financial Results

STAMFORD, Conn., March 31, 2026--Golf Entertainment Group Inc. (OTCQX: GLFE) (the "Company"), a leading owner and operator of golf-related leisure and entertainment businesses, today announced that it has released its financial results for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025. Investors can find current financial disclosures and quotes for the Company on the OTC Markets website at www.otcmarkets.com.

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Mar 31 • 3:18 PM EDT • Entertainment • finance.yahoo.com
Area students advance to state science competition

Local and area schools will advance to state competition after earning top spots in the Minot Regional Science Olympiad held March 9. Schools participating in Science Olympiad send teams of up to 15 students who compete in building and study events. Division B is for grades 6-9 and Division C is for grades 9-12. Advancing […]

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Mar 30 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • minotdailynews.com
DeSantis clears renaming of Florida airport after Trump for takeoff

Travelers in South Florida might soon find themselves transiting through Trump International Airport.

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Mar 30 • 7:43 PM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
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MICC Fort Belvoir employees recognized for support to the Army Warfighter Brain Health Task Force

FORT BELVOIR, VA- Three employees from the Mission and Installation Contracting Command, Fort Belvoir office were recently recognized by the Office of t...

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Mar 30 • 6:49 PM EDT • Health • army.mil
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on turnout for 'No Kings' protests
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Mar 30 • 6:35 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
WATCH: Leavitt says U.S. troops appreciate prayers after Pope Leo speaks out against waging war
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Mark Sanford makes a last-minute bid to return to Congress in South Carolina

Sanford once built his career in the district, then won the governor’s office. His time as governor was defined by his disappearance and trip to Argentina to see his lover.

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Mar 30 • 2:10 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
LISTEN LIVE: Supreme Court considers constitutionality of Trump’s birthright citizenship order
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Mar 30 • 2:08 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
How to improve the chances of a healthy pregnancy as more women are having babies later in life

More and more women are having babies later in life. A federal report showed that 21% of all births in the U.S. were to women 35 and older in 2023, up from 8.8% in 1990.

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Mar 30 • 2:02 PM EDT • Health • pbs.org
WATCH LIVE: White House holds briefing as DHS shutdown drags on
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Could a Democrat really win Marjorie Taylor Greene's conservative district? This retired Army general is trying

Harris is facing Republican candidate Clay Fuller, a district attorney.

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Mar 30 • 11:31 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Maria Elvira Salazar part of successful petition forcing House vote on TPS for Haitians

She will spearhead a similar effort with Darren Soto to grant Venezuelans the same treatment.

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Mar 30 • 4:45 AM EDT • Politics • floridapolitics.com
Killing off the Regional Transportation District

This column is appearing the same day state Sen. Matt Ball (D) of Denver and his legislative co-sponsors unveil legislation implementing many of the recommendations advanced by last summer’s RTD Accountability Committee. Although it isn’t readily apparent, they have allowed themselves to be enlisted in a plot that will likely lead to the bankruptcy and […]

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Mar 30 • 3:00 AM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Navigating the social media minefield

Scientists and researchers seeking to announce promising findings, exchange ideas or contribute to policy discussions outside of academic circles may find social media an expedient tool.But increasingly, scientists and other professionals are discovering that online platforms can be a double-edged sword: while sharing their work and expertise is crucial for visibility and meeting funder expectations, it also exposes them to baseless criticism and even accusations of spreading false information."It is getting harder and harder for scientists, and researchers in general, to convey their findings without facing attacks on their legitimacy and accuracy of their research," says Valère Ndior, a professor of public law at the University of Western Brittany in Brest, France, who has spent more than a decade studying misinformation on social media. Researchers attempting to challenge deceptive online information may themselves be accused of political bias or not being objective in their research, he explains, adding that some scientists disengage because they feel overwhelmed and unable to sustain meaningful dialogue. "It is quite sad to see in some instances that researchers end up leaving social media altogether because they feel like the pressure is getting too intense or feel threatened," he says.Ndior, a past president of the Francophone Network of International Law, is also involved in European efforts to make science and research findings more accessible to the public. As an ambassador for the Science Comes to Town (SCTT) project, he has participated in recent discussions on public perceptions of science and online misinformation. The European Commission-funded initiative connects Brest and two other cities — Kiel in Germany and Split in Croatia — and aims to strengthen ties between communities, universities and research institutions to promote science awareness and cooperation across Europe.Coordinated campaigns around contentious topicsNdior draws a clear distinction between critical thinking and thoughtless criticism. Yet he sees online discussions being increasingly shaped by suspicious behaviour and coordinated information campaigns — including "raids" aimed at dominating discussions and "astroturfing," where small groups act as larger movements to sway debates. Tracking these patterns has become harder because some platforms have restricted data or charge for it, despite provisions of the European Union's Digital Securities Act aimed at ensuring researchers can have access to such data. According to Ndior, "platforms became more reluctant from the moment access to data became a legal requirement rather than a voluntary initiative."Unfounded claims and scepticism about science existed long before Internet chat groups. But the noticeable rise in online hostility has intensified around contentious topics, such as the coronavirus pandemic and climate change, alongside the weakening of gatekeepers to moderate content.For Ndior, dubious claims about pandemic countermeasures and vaccine safety highlighted the struggle between "balancing freedom of expression and the protection of public health and order." Efforts to remove social media content deemed false or risky for public health triggered accusations of censorship and the silencing of legitimate discussion, and in some cases, legal challenges.Concerns about attacks on the credibility of scientists and researchers have generated a flurry of academic papers in recent years and prompted professional communities to address ways to counter online attacks. Such unease extends to the generation that has grown up with digital media. Ndior points out that his students, some of whom research artificial intelligence regulation, hate speech, online surveillance and other controversial topics, hesitate to share their work or viewpoints online. "Many of them don't want to expose themselves too much because they don't feel ready to be faced with the backlash of other people criticising their research," he explains.Safer harbours for engagementLegal challenges against false or defamatory posts are not necessarily a solution — especially given the trans-jurisdictional nature of the Internet. Lawsuits also take time and money, and if they fail, can be counterproductive. Instead, Ndior advises scientists and researchers to be selective in how and where they communicate. Professional online platforms and moderated discussion spaces offer a better environment for engagement. He also highlights the value of more traditional formats, such as radio interviews and in-person discussions at schools, libraries and science fairs, which encourage dialogue with the public. "Personal contact makes a big difference," he says, while acknowledging that these approaches lack the global reach of social media.Ndior’s interest in digital law and online misinformation stems from his time as a doctoral student in international law in the early days of social media. He began analysing posts from governments and heads of state to determine if they could be considered official and thus used as evidence in litigation. His work attracted media attention and led to conference and speaking invitations. "This was not part of my plan," he says, "but this is what happens as a researcher — your interest is sparked by a certain event or phenomenon, and it suddenly becomes your focus."Ndior believes SCTT provides "a double benefit" for researchers, enabling them to connect with peers and interact with the public. "There is a wide community of people who are not in academia who are critical thinkers looking for opportunities to ask questions, to get information and contribute their ideas,” he says. "I really value that kind of feedback."Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.

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Mar 29 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • sciencebusiness.net
Navigating the social media minefield

Scientists and researchers seeking to announce promising findings, exchange ideas or contribute to policy discussions outside of academic circles may find social media an expedient tool.But increasingly, scientists and other professionals are discovering that online platforms can be a double-edged sword: while sharing their work and expertise is crucial for visibility and meeting funder expectations, it also exposes them to baseless criticism and even accusations of spreading false information."It is getting harder and harder for scientists, and researchers in general, to convey their findings without facing attacks on their legitimacy and accuracy of their research," says Valère Ndior, a professor of public law at the University of Western Brittany in Brest, France, who has spent more than a decade studying misinformation on social media. Researchers attempting to challenge deceptive online information may themselves be accused of political bias or not being objective in their research, he explains, adding that some scientists disengage because they feel overwhelmed and unable to sustain meaningful dialogue. "It is quite sad to see in some instances that researchers end up leaving social media altogether because they feel like the pressure is getting too intense or feel threatened," he says.Ndior, a past president of the Francophone Network of International Law, is also involved in European efforts to make science and research findings more accessible to the public. As an ambassador for the Science Comes to Town (SCTT) project, he has participated in recent discussions on public perceptions of science and online misinformation. The European Commission-funded initiative connects Brest and two other cities — Kiel in Germany and Split in Croatia — and aims to strengthen ties between communities, universities and research institutions to promote science awareness and cooperation across Europe.Coordinated campaigns around contentious topicsNdior draws a clear distinction between critical thinking and thoughtless criticism. Yet he sees online discussions being increasingly shaped by suspicious behaviour and coordinated information campaigns — including "raids" aimed at dominating discussions and "astroturfing," where small groups act as larger movements to sway debates. Tracking these patterns has become harder because some platforms have restricted data or charge for it, despite provisions of the European Union's Digital Securities Act aimed at ensuring researchers can have access to such data. According to Ndior, "platforms became more reluctant from the moment access to data became a legal requirement rather than a voluntary initiative."Unfounded claims and scepticism about science existed long before Internet chat groups. But the noticeable rise in online hostility has intensified around contentious topics, such as the coronavirus pandemic and climate change, alongside the weakening of gatekeepers to moderate content.For Ndior, dubious claims about pandemic countermeasures and vaccine safety highlighted the struggle between "balancing freedom of expression and the protection of public health and order." Efforts to remove social media content deemed false or risky for public health triggered accusations of censorship and the silencing of legitimate discussion, and in some cases, legal challenges.Concerns about attacks on the credibility of scientists and researchers have generated a flurry of academic papers in recent years and prompted professional communities to address ways to counter online attacks. Such unease extends to the generation that has grown up with digital media. Ndior points out that his students, some of whom research artificial intelligence regulation, hate speech, online surveillance and other controversial topics, hesitate to share their work or viewpoints online. "Many of them don't want to expose themselves too much because they don't feel ready to be faced with the backlash of other people criticising their research," he explains.Safer harbours for engagementLegal challenges against false or defamatory posts are not necessarily a solution — especially given the trans-jurisdictional nature of the Internet. Lawsuits also take time and money, and if they fail, can be counterproductive. Instead, Ndior advises scientists and researchers to be selective in how and where they communicate. Professional online platforms and moderated discussion spaces offer a better environment for engagement. He also highlights the value of more traditional formats, such as radio interviews and in-person discussions at schools, libraries and science fairs, which encourage dialogue with the public. "Personal contact makes a big difference," he says, while acknowledging that these approaches lack the global reach of social media.Ndior’s interest in digital law and online misinformation stems from his time as a doctoral student in international law in the early days of social media. He began analysing posts from governments and heads of state to determine if they could be considered official and thus used as evidence in litigation. His work attracted media attention and led to conference and speaking invitations. "This was not part of my plan," he says, "but this is what happens as a researcher — your interest is sparked by a certain event or phenomenon, and it suddenly becomes your focus."Ndior believes SCTT provides "a double benefit" for researchers, enabling them to connect with peers and interact with the public. "There is a wide community of people who are not in academia who are critical thinkers looking for opportunities to ask questions, to get information and contribute their ideas,” he says. "I really value that kind of feedback."Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.

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Mar 29 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • sciencebusiness.net
Makers of dietary supplements push the FDA to allow peptides and other new ingredients

Makers of dietary supplements are pushing the Food and Drug Administration to expand the types of ingredients they can put in their products.

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Mar 29 • 12:48 PM EDT • Health • pbs.org
Coca-Cola’s yellow caps are back — what they mean and why they’re compared to Mexican Coke

Coca-Cola bottles with yellow caps are appearing on shelves across the U.S., as they do every spring around Passover, and social media is taking notice.

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Mar 29 • 8:00 AM EDT • Business • foxbusiness.com
Full network of clitoral nerves mapped out for first time

Anatomy of one of least studied human organs could improve outcomes for women who have pelvic surgery

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Mar 29 • 7:02 AM EDT • Health • theguardian.com
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RFK Jr. makes food sound like a miracle drug, but researchers say he often overstates the science

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has claimed diet can "cure" schizophrenia and diabetes and allow people to rid themselves of bipolar disorder. Researchers say the comments overstate current evidence.

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Mar 29 • 2:26 AM EDT • Science • tucson.com
How the landmark verdict against Meta and YouTube could hit their businesses

People use social media to keep up with their friends and family, but teens can also feel inadequate, sad or anxious when they compare themselves to a curated version of other people's lives online.

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Mar 28 • 5:07 PM EDT • Business • seattletimes.com
Crusaders defeat by Carrick 'embarrassing'

Crusaders manager Declan Caddell says his side "let themselves down" during their 6-1 defeat against Carrick Rangers at Taylors Avenue.

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Mar 28 • 3:24 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Suns Must Handle Business Against Shorthanded Jazz Tonight

The Phoenix Suns need to get themselves back in the win column tonight.

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Mar 28 • 3:19 PM EDT • Business • si.com
What we know about the new 'cicada' COVID-19 variant

Its official name is BA.3.2, but it’s earned the nickname "cicada" because, analogous to the insect’s pattern, it first appeared back in 2024, went dormant for a while, and resurfaced in the U.S. late last year.

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Mar 28 • 11:49 AM EDT • Health • pbs.org
Glasgow's Smith relishing business end of season at Scotstoun

Glasgow Warriors' bonus-point win over Benetton could prove "massive" in their pursuit of a top-two finish, according to Ollie Smith. Warriors trailed 10-7 at the break after a scrappy first half at Scotstoun, but they delivered a strong response to run out 31-10 winners and strengthen their place at the top of the URC table. "We've set ourselves up in a good position all season, top of the log in the URC and up there in the Champions Cup as well," full-back Smith told BBC Scotland.

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Mar 28 • 9:07 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Roland Garros pulls heartstrings with Rafael Nadal viral throwback video

A recent social media trend is the “Dad what were you like in the 90s” where famous people show throwback photos or videos of themselves with the Goo Goo Dolls 90s hit “Iris” playing in the background. Roland Garros, also…

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Mar 27 • 10:45 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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WATCH: Johnson rejects Homeland Security funding bill passed by the Senate as a 'joke'
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Mar 27 • 4:08 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Treasury plans to put Trump's signature on all new U.S. paper currency in break with tradition

The plans come in tandem with an ongoing effort to get Trump’s face on a coin, which has also drawn criticism since federal law prohibits the depiction of a living president on U.S. currency.

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Mar 27 • 4:00 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Partial Shutdown Chaos Hits Home

Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics

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Mar 27 • 12:59 PM EDT • Politics • houstonpublicmedia.org
Georgia's Fulton County heads to court to argue for return of 2020 ballots seized by FBI

Fulton County said the seizure of ballots was improper and unconstitutional, while the FBI says it's investigating possible violations of the law.

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Mar 27 • 12:27 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
House ethics panel finds Florida Democratic Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick committed 25 violations

The allegations center around Cherfilus-McCormick's receipt of millions of dollars from her family's health care business after Florida made an overpayment of roughly $5 million in disaster relief funds.

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Mar 27 • 10:37 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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WATCH LIVE: Trump expected to offer support to U.S. farmers during Iran war
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Mar 27 • 10:19 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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WATCH LIFE: House considers funding deal to reopen Department of Homeland Security
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Mar 27 • 9:21 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
NCAA tournament takeaways: Sweet 16 delivers thrills for Purdue, Iowa; Houston, Kelvin Sampson may have missed their window
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Mar 27 • 1:25 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Sweet 16 delivers more NCAA tournament thrills for Purdue, Iowa; Houston, Kelvin Sampson may have missed their window
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Mar 27 • 1:20 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Federal judge upholds North Carolina photo voter ID mandate in win for GOP lawmakers

North Carolina’s photo voter identification law was upheld on Thursday, as a federal judge set aside arguments by civil rights groups that Republicans enacted the requirement with discriminatory intent against Black and Latino voters.

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Mar 26 • 7:38 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Democratic lawmaker asks judge to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center

In a motion filed Wednesday, Rep. Joyce Beatty of Ohio argues that Congress was clear in its intent that the Kennedy Center is named for the late President John F. Kennedy — and no one else.

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Mar 26 • 5:16 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
WATCH: Trump promises 'bigger majorities' for Republicans at House GOP dinner
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WATCH LIVE: Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick faces ethics charges in House hearing
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Mar 26 • 11:43 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
WATCH LIVE: Senate expected to vote on Republican proposal to fund TSA, DHS
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Mar 26 • 10:54 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
WATCH LIVE: Trump holds Cabinet meeting amid Iran war, partial shutdown
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Mar 26 • 9:54 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
From frustration to inspiration: HeyShantaQ champions women’s health after heart attack and stroke

ShantaQuilette D. Carter-Williams knows heart problems are no laughing matter. But she uses humor and advocacy to help women understand the importance of heart health and how to speak up for themselves when they’re having symptoms.

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Mar 26 • 8:00 AM EDT • Health • heart.org
Good Morning, Nashville! Talking Immigration Data Politics at Vanderbilt University

After a busy day on Capitol Hill yesterday, I landed in Nashville, Tennessee, last night for an exciting two days on campus at Vanderbilt University. Carwil Bjork-James, an anthropologist whose creative use of database construction to support critical scholarship resonates strongly with my own work, generously invited me to give a talk today about the politics of immigration data and to join a Wikipedia edit-a-thon tomorrow on the topic of immigrant detention. I encourage you to check out Carwil’s database project “Ultimate Consequences” about political deaths in Bolivia after 1982, and his book The Sovereign Street: Making Revolution in Urban Bolivia. My talk today is titled “Untangling the Messy Politics of Immigrant Detention Data.” I’ll focus on how immigrant detention data (not just detention centers themselves) become sites of controversy—from the collection and classification choices that shape what we can know, to the strategic withholding and distortion of data for political ends. Drawing on research spanning multiple administrations, I’ll trace how current data controversies in the second Trump administration connect to long-standing tensions in how we measure, interpret, and communicate about immigration. My goal is to move beyond simple partisan narratives and offer a practical guide for anyone working with immigration data to explore both the pitfalls to avoid and the creative opportunities for more transparent, rigorous public communication about immigration realities. If you are on campus, please stop by. Tomorrow I will join Carwil and Vanderbilt students for a Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon to edit and update Wikipedia entries related to immigrant detention with the latest robust information and data. This event is designed to orient participants into how to edit on Wikipedia, provide them with data-driven starter templates on detention facilities, and allow each person to produce an initial article on one element of the network of ICE facilities or one death in custody this year. The workshop is also a demonstration of how to use open data sources to build public knowledge—something I am deeply passionate about. Thank you to Vanderbilt University, the Spatial Histories series, and Carwil for hosting me. I would love to be a part of conversations and workshops related to immigration data on your campus. Students are really eager these days to have informed, critical, and data-driven explorations of our current immigration system. Reach out anytime if you want to discuss the possibility of bringing me to your campus. Subscribe

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How do Kelvin Sampson's Astros ties fit into Houston's packed sports week?

With the Sweet 16, Astros Opening Day and more in town, Sampson's relationship with Joe Espada adds to Houston's busy sports week.

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Mar 26 • 6:33 AM EDT • Sports • abc13.com
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AdeptiCon Preview 2026 – A new Lumineth Realm-lords warband breezes into Warhammer Underworlds

Awesome aelves and their adorable vulpine spirit revealed.

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Mar 25 • 8:00 PM EDT • Technology • warhammer-community.com
AP report: Justice Department settles lawsuit from Trump ally Michael Flynn for $1.2 million

The settlement resolves a 2023 lawsuit in which Flynn sought at least $50 million and asserted that the criminal case against him amounted to a malicious prosecution.

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Mar 25 • 5:55 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
At Pentagon Christian service, Hegseth prays for violence 'against those who deserve no mercy'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has hosted a monthly Christian prayer and worship service at the Pentagon, the first since the Iran war began.

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Mar 25 • 5:47 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Ocasio-Cortez and Sanders push bill to impose AI data center moratorium

A bill introduced by two high-profile progressive lawmakers would pause new data centers in the United States until national safeguards are in place to protect workers and consumers and ensure the technologies don’t harm the environment.

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Mar 25 • 5:33 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Melania Trump shares the spotlight with a robot at an education and technology event

Melania Trump and the humanoid walked slowly side by side along the red carpet from the opposite end of a White House hallway.

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Mar 25 • 5:23 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Record-high passenger wait times at airports, but no deal yet on the 40th day of the shutdown

The acting head of the Transportation Security Administration says air travelers are experiencing the highest airport wait times ever under her agency.

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Mar 25 • 4:58 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Trump showed off a classified map during a 2022 plane trip, Raskin alleges in letter

President Donald Trump showed off a classified map on a 2022 flight to his New Jersey golf club and held onto a record from his first term that was so sensitive only six people would have had access to it, according to a letter released Wednesday by a top House Democrat.

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