King Charles Attends Easter Service, Providing a Glimpse of the Monarch after Cancer Diagnosis

King Charles III joined the queen and other members of the royal family for an Easter service at Windsor Castle on Sunday in what will be his most significant public appearance since he was diagnosed with cancer last month.The monarch offered a cheery wave as he walked into...

NY 'Trash Revolution' Targets Overflowing Waste, and the Rats Feasting on It

New York City is iconic for its yellow taxis, pizza slices, bright lights on Broadway and its rats.Mountains of black garbage bags line cramped city sidewalks, a feast for the millions of rodents who call New York home.But such unsanitary eyesores could soon be a remnant of...

In Key Bridge Collapse, Baltimore Lost a Piece of Its Cultural Identity

Generations of Maryland workers - longshoremen, seafarers, steelworkers and crabbers whose livelihoods depend on Baltimore's port - watched in disbelief this week as an iconic symbol of their maritime culture crumbled into the Patapsco River.The deadly collapse of the...

Powerball Jackpot Jumps to $975 Million after Another Drawing without a Big Winner

The Powerball jackpot climbed to an estimated $975 million after no one matched the six numbers drawn Saturday night, continuing a nearly three-month stretch without a big winner.The winning numbers drawn were: 12, 13, 33, 50, 52 and the red Powerball 23.No one has won...

New $20 Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers in California Set to Start Monday

Most fast food workers in California will be paid at least $20 an hour beginning Monday when a new law is scheduled to kick in giving more financial security to an historically low-paying profession while threatening to raise prices in a state already known for its high...

Russia's Putin Signs Decree on Spring Military Conscription

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree setting out the routine spring conscription campaign, calling up 150,000 citizens for statutory military service, a document posted on the Kremlin's website showed on Sunday.All men in Russia are required to do a...

Erdogan Battles Key Rival in Turkey's Local Elections

Turks voted on Sunday in municipal elections focused on President Tayyip Erdogan's bid to reclaim control of Istanbul from rival Ekrem Imamoglu, who aims to reassert the opposition as a political force after bitter election defeats last year. Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu dealt...

Philippines Boosts Maritime Security as China Tension Rises

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has ordered his government to strengthen its coordination on maritime security to confront "a range of serious challenges" to territorial integrity and peace, as a dispute with China escalates. The order, signed on Monday and made...

Former Hungarian Insider Releases Audio He Says Is Proof of Corruption in Embattled Orban Government

A former Hungarian government insider turned critic released an audio recording on Tuesday that he says proves that top officials conspired to cover up corruption, the latest development in a scandal that has shaken Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's domination of the country's...

Putin Ally: 'Most Likely Looking at a Nuclear Strike Eventually'

A pro-Russian Ukrainian exile, a friend of Vladimir Putin, is predicting a nuclear strike is "most likely" coming from Russia to combat the West's attempts to "assert its right to global dominance."

Investors Eye Fed Rate Cut, Earnings as Key to Sustaining Market Rally

After a stellar start to the year for stocks, investors are on guard for potential bumps in the second quarter as they gauge whether the Federal Reserve delivers on an expected interest rate cut by June and turn their focus on the health of upcoming earnings. The S&P 500...

Trump Campaign: Easter Is Not a Time for 'Transgender Day'

The White House openly proclaiming Easter Sunday, the culmination of Holy Week, as the "Transgender Day of Visibility" is blasphemy that warrants an apology to those who observe the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Trump campaign demanded Saturday.

Netanyahu Undergoes Surgery as War Continues

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will undergo surgery on Sunday for a hernia his doctors have discovered, a statement from his office said.The prime minister will be fully sedated after his doctors discovered the hernia "during a routine examination.""During this...

Sen. Rick Scott: Biden Must Focus on Hostages, Not Netanyahu

Sen. Rick Scott, coming out of a trip to Israel this past week, Sunday blasted President Joe and his administration for criticizing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and how he is carrying out the war on Hamas rather than focusing on the release of hostages that remain in...

Biden's Gaza Pier Plan Puts US Troops in 'Harm's Way'

President Joe Biden's State of the Union vow to build a humanitarian pier for Gaza had good intentions perhaps, but it effectively makes American troops targets for terrorist attacks in the unstable region, experts continue to warn.

Pompeo: Biden 'Letting the Inmates Run the Asylum'

President Joe Biden's border policies are not only "deeply dangerous," according to former Trump administration Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, but they abdicate federal duty to protect the homeland.

Russian Oil Arrives in Cuba after Year-long Hiatus

Cuban state-run media said at the weekend that 90,000 metric tons of Russian oil had arrived in the cash and fuel-short country to help alleviate power outages and gasoline shortages. In 2022, Russia resumed some oil shipments to the Communist-run Caribbean island after...

Agent Says FBI Monitors Facebook Posts 'Every Day, All Day'

An FBI counterintelligence operation was exposed for monitoring radical Islamic speech on Facebook, where an FBI agent admitted to sifting through speech "every day, all day long.

Sen. Blackburn: Mayorkas Impeachment Block Should Anger Everyone

Americans should be "incensed" by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's wish to shelf articles of impeachment approved in the House against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Sen. Marsha Blackburn said Sunday.

Some Fear Senate's Modifications of TikTok Bill May Doom It

Congress' sausage-making has Republicans concerned that moving slowly on the House's TikTok sell-or-ban legislation will doom its passage.

Retired Gen. McKenzie: 'ISIS' Attack 'Threat Is Growing'

The "threat is growing" that the Islamic State group will attack the United States and other foreign powers, retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, the former head of U.S. Central Command, warned Sunday.

Kia Recalls Over 427,000 Telluride SUVs

Kia is recalling more than 427,000 of its Telluride SUVs due to a defect that may cause the cars to roll away while they're parked.

LA Times Edits Column on LSU-UCLA Game After Sexism Claim

The Los Angeles Times has edited a column it published last week about the LSU women's basketball team ahead of its game against UCLA following criticism from Tigers coach Kim Mulkey, who blasted it as sexist and hurtful.

Rep. Bacon: Johnson Could Lose Speakership Over Ukraine

Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., suggested to NBC News on Sunday that Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership of the House may come to an end over Ukraine aid.

Workers Remove First Chunk of Destroyed Baltimore Bridge

Workers have lifted out the first, 200-ton chunk of Baltimore's collapsed bridge, officials said Sunday, as efforts get underway to clear the harbor of the steel structure destroyed by an out-of-control ship.

Poll: Trump Better Than Biden in Nuke Crisis

In a recent poll, former President Donald Trump was favored over President Joe Biden in several key areas, including remembering the names of key staff, making it through a one-hour meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, and handling a nuclear crisis.

Police Seek Chiefs' Rashee Rice Over Accident

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is being sought by police in Dallas in their investigation of a major accident on Saturday, the Dallas Morning News reported.

Rep. Turner: Widespread Backing in Congress for Ukraine Aid

Aid for Ukraine has widespread backing in Congress, but a "chaos caucus" that wants to "stop everything" opposes additional aid and may attempt to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson, House Intelligence Committee Chair Mike Turner told CBS News' "Face the Nation."

Report: Russia Behind Mysterious 'Havana Syndrome'

A chilling narrative has emerged surrounding what has become known as Havana Syndrome, with Russia being blamed as being behind the plot, according to a "60 Minutes" report on Sunday.

UPS to Become USPS's Primary Air Cargo Provider

United Parcel Service will become the United States Postal Service's (USPS) primary air cargo provider, the company said on Monday, as rival FedEx walked away after pressing for a better new contract with the U.S. agency.

Probe Into Oklahoma Bridge Barge Collision Ongoing

Officials are investigating an incident where a barge struck a bridge over the Arkansas River over the weekend.

Netanyahu Undergoes Surgery as War Continues

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will undergo surgery on Sunday for a hernia, his office said, at a time when he is waging a war against Hamas in Gaza, and less than a year after he was fitted with a pacemaker.

Report: Russia Behind Mysterious 'Havana Syndrome'

A chilling narrative has emerged surrounding what has become known as Havana Syndrome, with Russia being blamed as being behind the plot, according to a "60 Minutes" report on Sunday.

IDF Withdraws From Al-Shifa Hospital After 14-Day Siege

Palestinian residents say the Israeli military has withdrawn from Gaza's main hospital after a two-week raid, leaving behind a vast swath of destruction. Hundreds of people returned to Shifa Hospital and the surrounding area after the withdrawal early Monday, where they...

Ukraine: Russia Fired 5 Zircon Missiles at Kyiv This Year

Russia has used five of its new hypersonic Zircon missiles to attack Kyiv since the start of the year, the city's military administration said on Monday. The attacks are among more than 180 Russian missile and drone attacks launched against the Ukrainian capital in the first...

Pro-Palestinian Demonstrators Disrupt NYC Easter Mass

Three pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted an Easter Mass at New York City's St. Patrick's Cathedral before being removed from the venue.

Millions of Recalled Hyundai, Kia Cars Still on the Road

In September, Hyundai and Kia issued a recall of 3.4 million of its vehicles in the United States with an ominous warning: The vehicles should be parked outdoors and away from buildings because they risked catching fire, whether the engines were on or off.

Alternate Channel Being Prepared for Ships in Baltimore

The U.S. Coast Guard has opened a temporary, alternate channel for vessels involved in the clearing of debris at the site of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, part of a phased approach to opening the main channel leading to the vital port, officials...

'War on Cash' Has Peculiar Battle Lines

It's been called the "war on cash" and depending on which city or state you're in, you could find yourself on opposite ends of the battle lines.

Israel Passes Law to Shutter Al Jazeera in Israel

The Knesset plenum voted 71-10 Monday night to pass a law allowing the closure of Al Jazeera's Israel bureau.

Farmers, Conservatives Have Beef With Electronic Cattle Tracking Plan

A controversial $15 million measure earmarked for the electronic tracking of livestock has farmers, ranchers, and meat lovers sounding the cowbell that the program could ultimately be used to limit future beef consumption.

April Watch: Total Solar Eclipse, Earth Day, Music Festivals

Those trying to get their annual spring cleaning done this month will have to squeeze it in between catching a total solar eclipse, filing taxes, and attending a music festival or two. April is all about celebrating Mother Nature with the eclipse, Earth Day, and Arbor Day....

Dem Memo Says New Voter Push Could Help Trump

Democrats reportedly are becoming concerned that voter registration efforts aimed at minority voters and young people could benefit former President Donald Trump in this year's general election.

California Gov: Cameras to Help Fight Crime in Oakland

Hundreds of high-tech surveillance cameras are being installed in the city of Oakland and surrounding freeways to battle crime, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday.

Trump's Surgeon General Fights Big Medical Bills

Former U.S. surgeon general Jerome Adams was stuck with an eye-watering medical bill of nearly $5,000 after being treated for a simple case of dehydration following an overnight stay at an Arizona hospital last January. Now he's calling for reforms to the country's...

Biden Policy Riles Wis. Low-Wage Workers, Immigrants

A coalition of low-wage workers and immigrants in Wisconsin is pushing back in anger against President Joe Biden's handling of the Gaza war and are urging an "uninstructed" vote in the state's Democrat primary on Tuesday, The Guardian reported Monday.

Convicted Killer Alex Murdaugh Sentenced for Stealing From Clients

Alex Murdaugh, in an orange prison jumpsuit instead of the suit he used to wear, shuffled into a courtroom Monday in South Carolina and was sentenced to 40 years in federal prison.

Texas Judge: Scrapping Law Could 'Cripple' Border County

A Texas judge said on Monday that her own community on the US-Mexico border could be crippled by any changes to the state's Senate Bill 4, a law that allows Texas officials to make their own arrests, detainments, and deportations but has been put on hold.

Trump Eyes Possible Treasury Secretary Nominees

Two people playing large roles in a fundraiser this week for Donald Trump are being mentioned as potential Treasury Secretary nominees should the former president win another term in the White House.

J.K. Rowling Challenges Scotland's Hate Crime Laws: Arrest Me

J.K. Rowling has taken to social media to challenge Scotland's new hate crime law, challenging authorities to arrest her if they deem her actions to violate the legislation.

Actor Stuhlbarg Assaulted by Homeless Man in NYC

Actor Michael Stuhlbarg, known for his role in "Boardwalk Empire," was assaulted by a homeless man who hit him with a rock Sunday near Central Park's Upper East Side, according to police reports.

Google to Destroy Browsing Data to Settle Privacy Suit

Google agreed to destroy billions of data records to settle a lawsuit claiming it secretly tracked the internet use of people who thought they were browsing privately.

Florida Supreme Court to Rule on Abortion Measure

Florida's Supreme Court was expected to rule by Monday afternoon on a constitutional amendment that could put the question of abortion on the 2024 ballot, according to Newsweek.

Arson Eyed in Blaze That Destroyed Hundreds of Bibles

A Tennessee church's trailer fire reportedly destroyed hundreds of bibles early on Easter, with police and emergency crews dousing the blaze.

Biden: 'Grandkids Jumping in Bed' Best WH Memory

President Joe Biden, who at 81 has mostly adult grandchildren, said Monday that his favorite memory while living in the White House has been his grandkids "sneaking up" and "jumping in bed with us."

Person in Contact With Cows Diagnosed With Bird Flu

A person in Texas has been diagnosed with bird flu, an infection tied to the recent discovery of the virus in dairy cows, health officials said Monday. The patient is being treated with an antiviral drug and their only reported symptom was eye redness, Texas health officials...

Biden Fumes Over GOP Fallout of Trans Day, Easter

President Joe Biden on Monday fumed at GOP criticism of the March 31 celebration of transgender day on this year's Easter Sunday.

Rep. Greene Intensifies Criticism of House Speaker

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., amplified her criticism of House Speaker Mike Johnson on Monday, accusing him of endangering public safety by surrendering to Democrats on border security, The Hill reported.

IRS Says 19 Million Eligible for Free Filing Program

The Internal Revenue Service's new free online tax filing program will enable 19 million taxpayers to file their taxes online for free this year, according to an agency estimate released over the weekend.

CFE Poll: 72% Say No Child Tax Credit for Illegals

As the Biden administration continues to grapple with growing public backlash over the record number of illegal immigrants who have entered the U.S., a 72% majority of Americans say those who crossed the border illegally should not be entitled to child tax credits.

Official in Dem-Run Denver Urges Migrants to Move On

A Denver city leader was caught on camera urging migrant families to move elsewhere because "opportunities" in Denver "are over."

OpenAI Withholds Voice Cloning, Fears Election Misuse

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI is getting into the voice assistant business and showing off new technology that can clone a person's voice, but says it won't yet release it publicly due to safety concerns.

Prepare Now to Safely Watch the Solar Eclipse

Excitement is mounting as Americans plan how best to view the total eclipse of the sun next Monday, April 8th. The astronomical phenomenon, in which the moon passes between earth and the sun temporarily blocking the sun's light, won't happen again until 2044. But if you are...

Part of California's Iconic Highway 1 Collapses in Ocean

Motorists crept along one lane of a scenic stretch of California's iconic Highway 1 on Monday after a giant chunk of it collapsed into the ocean following heavy weekend rains, stranding as many as 1,600 people in the coastal community of Big Sur.

RFK Jr. Makes N.C. Ballot; Shanahan Named VP Pick

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. secured a spot on North Carolina's ballot for the November election, marking a significant development in his bid for the presidency under the "We The People" party banner, The Hill reported.

Pentagon Official Confirms Havana Syndrome From '23 NATO Summit

A senior Defense Department official who attended last year's NATO summit in Vilnius, Lithuania, had symptoms similar to those reported by U.S. officials who have experienced "Havana syndrome," the Pentagon confirmed Monday.

Infighting Roils Conservative House Freedom Caucus Members

Infighting is roiling conservative House members - with Virginia's GOP Rep. Bob Good, leader of the House Freedom Caucus, reportedly at the center of a fight threatening his leadership.

Dow, S&P Decline as Manufacturing Data Lifts Yields

U.S. stocks mostly edged lower Monday, dragged down by investor worries over the timing of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve after stronger-than-expected manufacturing data pushed Treasury yields higher.

Gas Prices Set to Climb on Russian Refinery Outages

Gasoline prices for U.S. motorists could jump by as much as 15 cents a gallon, with global fuel supplies tighter after Ukraine's recent attacks on Russian refineries, Patrick De Haan, petroleum analyst at GasBuddy.com said Monday. WHY IT'S IMPORTANTRising gasoline prices...

In April Fools' Joke to Fundraise, Trump Jokes He Is Suspending His Campaign

You might argue it is a cruel joke no matter what side of American politics you fall on: Donald Trump sent a message to supporters Monday that appeared to announce he was suspending his reelection campaign, but it turned out to be an April Fools' fundraising bid.

Powerball Jackpot Reaches $1 Billion

A $1 billion Powerball jackpot will tempt lottery players Monday night who think they just might hit it rich after three months without a big winner.

Ariz. GOP Seeks to Legalize Killing of Migrant Trespassers

Republicans in Arizona are advancing a bill that would expand the state's Castle Doctrine to allow for deadly force to be used on property trespassers.

US Weighs $18 Billion in Arms Transfers to Israel

The Biden administration is weighing whether to go ahead with a major $18 billion package of arms transfers to Israel that would involve dozens of F-15 aircraft and munitions, three sources familiar with the matter said Monday.

Last Survivor of USS Arizona Pearl Harbor Attack Dies

Lou Conter, the last living survivor of the USS Arizona battleship that exploded and sank during the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, has died. He was 102. Conter passed away on Monday at his home in Grass Valley, California, following congestive heart failure, his ...

Florida Supreme Court Upholds State's 15-Week Abortion Restriction

The Florida Supreme Court on Monday paved the way for a ban on abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, before many women know they are pregnant, while also giving voters a chance to remove restrictions in November and restore abortion rights in most cases.

Hope Hicks to Testify at Trump Hush Money Trial

Hope Hicks, former White House communications director under President Donald Trump, will be called to testify at his hush-money trial that begins later this month, NBC News reported Monday.

2 Independent Warner Bros Directors Resign Amid DOJ Probe

Warner Bros Discovery said independent directors Steven Miron and Steven Newhouse had resigned from its board Monday after U.S. antitrust authorities began probing their service as directors of a competing media company.

Hope Hicks to Testify at Trump NY Trial

Hope Hicks, former White House communications director under President Donald Trump, will be called to testify at his New York City trial that begins later this month, NBC News reported Monday.

Rep. Boebert Helped By GOP Choice of Stopgap Candidate

Republican sources in Colorado's 4th District agreed that the surprise choice Saturday of former Parker, Col., Mayor and past gubernatorial candidate Greg Lopez as their nominee in the June 25 special election helps Rep. Lauren Boebert.

Driver Rams Vehicle Into Front Gate of FBI's Atlanta Office

The FBI says a driver rammed a vehicle into the front gate of its Atlanta office Monday, but his motives were not immediately known.

North Korea Test-Fires Missile Into Eastern South Korean Waters

South Korea's military says it has detected that North Korea fired at least one ballistic missile toward waters off its eastern coast, adding to a series of weapons demonstrations that have raised tensions in the region.

Ohio Law Banning Nearly All Abortions Invalid After Referendum

A 2019 law banning most abortions in Ohio is unconstitutional following an abortion referendum last year, the state's Republican attorney general said in a court filing Monday.

Ship Owner Seeks to Limit Liability for Baltimore Bridge Disaster

The owner and manager of a cargo ship that rammed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge before the span collapsed last week filed a court petition Monday seeking to limit their legal liability for the deadly disaster.

Sect Leader Pleads Guilty in Sex Scheme Involving Children

The leader of an offshoot polygamous sect near the Arizona-Utah border has pleaded guilty to conspiring to transport underage girls across state lines in what authorities say was a yearslong scheme to orchestrate sexual acts involving children.

Rep. Boebert Helped by GOP Choice of Stopgap Candidate

Republican sources in Colorado's 4th District agreed that the surprise choice Saturday of past gubernatorial candidate Greg Lopez as their nominee in the June 25 special election helps 3rd District Rep. Lauren Boebert.

Trump Posts $175 Million Bond, Averting AG James' Asset Seizures

Donald Trump posted a $175 million bond in his New York civil fraud case Monday, averting asset seizures by state authorities that could have hobbled the former president's business empire.

Newsmax Covering Tuesday Night Primaries Wall-to-Wall

Four more states are holding presidential primaries Tuesday and Newsmax is covering the results live. Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin are awarding Republican and Democrat delegates Tuesday night.

Judge Orders Trump to Stop Exposing His Daughter's Dem Fundraising

The judge in Donald Trump's April 15 business records criminal trial declared his family off-limits to the former president's rancor Monday, expanding a gag order days after Trump assailed his daughter for ties to Democrat fundraising.

Speaker Johnson to Newsmax: 13K Hours of Jan. 6 Tapes Released

Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., told Newsmax on Monday that 13,000 hours of the Jan. 6 tapes have been released so far, adding that new staff was hired solely to support the "24-hour operation."

Speaker Johnson to Newsmax: Border Remains No. 1 Issue

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., told Newsmax on Monday that securing the southern border remains the No. 1 issue on his plate and for House Republicans, pushing back on claims that he's planning to pass a foreign aid package without a border bill attached.

Judge Refuses to Toss Out Tax Case Against Hunter Biden

A judge refused Monday to toss out a tax case against Hunter Biden, moving the case closer to the possible spectacle of a trial as his father campaigns for another term as president.

Violent Mexican City's Mayoral Candidate Shot, Killed Campaigning

A candidate for mayor of a violence-wracked city in Mexico has been killed just as she began campaigning.

$1B Powerball Numbers: 19, 24, 40, 42, 56, PB 23

The numbers were drawn Monday night for an estimated $1 billion Powerball jackpot that has lottery players dreaming of hitting it rich after three months without a big winner. The numbers drawn were: 19, 24, 40, 42, 56, and the Powerball 23.

Speaker Johnson to Newsmax: 13K Hours of Jan. 6 Tapes Released

Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., told Newsmax on Monday that 13,000 hours of the Jan. 6 tapes have been released so far, adding that new staff was hired solely to support the "24-hour operation."

1 Dead, 2 Wounded in Finland School Shooting

One child was killed and two others seriously wounded in a shooting at a school outside the Finnish capital on Tuesday, police said, with a 12-year-old fellow pupil suspected of the attack taken into custody.

Drone Hits Russia's Taneco Oil Refinery

The damage done by a drone attack on Russia's Taneco oil refinery is not critical, an industry source told Reuters on condition of anonymity.

Florida Juvenile Social Media Ban Comes With Challenges

Hailed by some parents and social media critics, derided by libertarians and privacy and free speech advocates, all Floridians 14 and younger will be prohibited next year from having social media accounts under a law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis last month.

Speaker Johnson to Newsmax: Border Remains No. 1 Issue

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., told Newsmax securing the southern border remains the No. 1 issue on his plate and for House Republicans, pushing back on claims that he's in any way planning to pass a foreign aid package without a border bill attached.

Russia's Army Expansion Signals Putin Is 'Serious' About Ending Ukraine War

While Moscow's plans to expand its military by forming two new armies by the end of the year has stoked fears that Russian President Vladimir Putin is gearing up for an eventual war with NATO, experts say the mobilization effort is aimed at bringing its war in Ukraine to an end.

RFK Jr.: Biden Greater Threat to Democracy Than Trump

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. maintains that President Joe Biden is a bigger threat to democracy than former President Donald Trump. Kennedy, who is running as an independent presidential candidate, made his remarks during a Monday interview on CNN's"Erin Burnett OutFront.""I can...

RFK Jr.: Biden Greater Threat to Democracy Than Trump

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said that President Joe Biden is a bigger threat to democracy than former President Donald Trump.

Emerson Poll: Menendez Would Get 9 Percent in Independent N.J. Bid

Sen. Bob Menendez will gather less than 10% of the vote in New Jersey if he launches an independent race for his Senate seat, according to a poll released Tuesday.

Most With Heart Disease Consume Too Much Salt

Cutting back on sodium is crucial to treating heart disease, but most heart patients aren't able to limit their salt intake, a new study finds. On average, people with heart disease consume more than double the daily recommended amount of salt, researchers report. Sodium is...

Tropicana Casino's Final Day Has Arrived

After welcoming guests for 67 years, the doors to the Las Vegas Strip's third-oldest casino will be chained shut at noon Tuesday and demolition is slated for October to make room for a $1.5 billion Major League Baseball stadium.

'X' Gender Option Added to Citizenship Application

A third gender option is now being offered by the Biden administration for those applying for naturalization.

Judge's Pace Could Push Trump Docs Trial Past Nov.

The "slow pace" of the Florida judge who is set to preside over former President Donald Trump's classified documents federal trial will likely push the proceedings into late summer, if not well past November's election, according to reports.

Judge's Pace Could Push Trump Docs Trial Past Nov.

The "slow pace" of the Florida judge who is set to preside over former President Donald Trump's classified documents federal trial will likely push the proceedings into late summer, if not well past November's election, according to reports.

Biden Targets Trump Over Abortion in New Campaign Ad

A day after the Florida Supreme Court opened the door for a six-week abortion ban to take hold in the state, President Joe Biden's reelection efforts will go right after former President Donald Trump and his role in ending the federal right to terminate a pregnancy.

Trump: Venezuela 'Dumped' Its Gang Members Into US

Former President Donald Trump accused Venezuela and other countries of emptying their prisons and mental institutions and foisting their gang members onto the United States.

Washington Cardinal Gregory: Biden a 'Cafeteria Catholic'

The top Roman Catholic official in Washington, D.C., said President Joe Biden "picks and chooses" elements of the faith to follow.

Jon Stewart: Apple Would Not Let Him Interview FTC Chief

Comedian and "The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart asserted that Apple, which previously hosted a talk show of his, would not let him interview Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan.

New York Inmates Sue to See Eclipse

New York inmates filed a lawsuit against the state corrections department after they were told prisons would be locked down during the solar eclipse Monday, NPR reported.

Wisconsin Governor Vetoes High School Athletics Transgender Ban

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers vetoed a bill Tuesday that was passed by the Republican-controlled Legislature to ban high school transgender athletes from competing on teams that align with their gender identity.

Taylor Swift, Magic Johnson Make Forbes Billionaires List

The most famous of the 265 newcomers to the Forbes 2024 Billionaires List, of course, is pop star Taylor Swift, whose five-continent Eras Tour is the first to amass $1 billion.

Biden and Xi Have First Talk Since November Summit

President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed Taiwan, artificial intelligence, and security issues Tuesday in a call meant to demonstrate a return to regular leader-to-leader dialogue between the two powers.

Biden: Florida Abortion Ruling 'Outrageous'

President Joe Biden denounced what he termed an "outrageous" ruling by the Florida Supreme Court to uphold the state's 15-week abortion ban.

Study: Closing Baltimore Bars Early Cuts Murders 40 Percent

Reducing the hours of bars and taverns in a Baltimore neighborhood cut back all violent crime in the area annually by 23%, a study revealed. According to research done by the Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) and the Alcohol Research Group of Emeryville ...

Blinken Names DEI Chief After 10-Month Vacancy

Secretary of State Antony Blinken appointed a new chief diversity and inclusion officer nearly a year after the position became vacant.

Powerball Jackpot Rises to $1.09 Billion

The Powerball jackpot climbed to an estimated $1.09 billion after no one matched the six numbers drawn Monday night, continuing a three-month winless streak for the top prize.

First Vessel Bypasses Wreckage at Baltimore Bridge Site

A tugboat pushing a fuel barge was the first vessel to use an alternate channel to bypass the wreckage of Baltimore's collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge, which had blocked traffic along the vital port's main shipping channel. The barge supplying jet fuel to the Department of ...

US Airman on Hunger Strike at White House Over Gaza

A U.S. Air Force member is conducting a hunger strike outside the White House to protest the war in Gaza, Military.com reported

LSU Hoops Coach: Team's Anthem Snub Not Intentional

Louisiana State University women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey rejected claims that her team intentionally skipped the national anthem Monday before an NCAA Tournament game against the University of Iowa.

Oregon Gov. Signs Bill Recriminalizing Drug Possession

Oregon Democrat Gov. Tina Kotek signed a bill recriminalizing illicit drug possession in the state after the botched decriminalization experiment was hampered by problems with implementation.

RNC's New Website Focuses on Biden's Border 'Bloodbath'

The Republican National Committee on Tuesday launched a website dedicated to highlighting the border situation under President Joe Biden, saying the push is being made to urge the vote to send former President Donald Trump back to the White House.

Judge: Migrants Flown to Martha's Vineyard Can Sue

Migrants who were flown by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to Martha's Vineyard two years ago can sue the charter flight company, a Massachusetts district court judge ruled, The Hill reported Tuesday.

Rep. Jeffries: Florida 'Ground Zero' in Abortion Fight

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., said on Tuesday that in light of the recent Florida Supreme Court Decision, the Sunshine State has become the principal battleground for the fight over abortion rights.

House Republicans Seek to Rename Dulles After Trump

Although it has no chance of passing, a group of House Republicans sponsored a bill to rename Washington Dulles International Airport after former President Donald Trump, according to statement released on Tuesday.

White House Tells NASA to Create Moon Time Standard

The White House Tuesday directed NASA to establish a unified standard of time for the moon and other celestial bodies, as the United States aims to set international norms in space amid a growing lunar race among nations and private companies.

Stocks Decline as Tesla Drops, Rate Cut Timing Eyed

U.S. stocks fell Tuesday as investors weighed chances that the Federal Reserve could delay cutting interest rates, while Tesla shares dropped after the electric car maker posted fewer quarterly deliveries for the first time in nearly four years.

Navy Vet Accused of Ramming Into FBI Office Gate

Federal authorities charged a U.S. Navy veteran who's accused of ramming an SUV into a barrier at the front gate of the FBI's Atlanta office.

Federal Judge Shelves Biden Admin's Emissions Rule

A federal judge in Kentucky blocked a Biden administration rule that would have required states to carry out reduction in emissions on federal highways.

Michigan Police Group 'Proud' to Endorse Trump

Former President Trump received an endorsement from the Police Officers Association of Michigan during his visit to Grand Rapids on Tuesday, where he addressed law enforcement members.

Tulsi Gabbard Rejected RFK Jr. VP Offer

Former Democrat and Hawaii Rep. Tulsi Gabbard told ABC News that she "respectfully declined" to be Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s running mate.

Trump Taunts Dems, Biden, Media With 'Border Bloodbath' Rebuke

Donald Trump again used language denounced by Democrats to hammer President Joe Biden over his handling of the U.S.-Mexico border Tuesday as he campaigned in two midwestern swing states critical to the outcome of the 2024 election.

The 5 Healthiest Cities in the US

San Francisco was crowned America's healthiest city in a study published by WalletHub, which evaluated more than 180 major U.S. cities, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. The city leads the nation in low obesity rates and access to healthy living options, despite its...

NKorea Successfully Test Fires New Hypersonic Missile

North Korea confirmed that it successfully test-fired a new mid- to long-range hypersonic ballistic missile. Pyongyang's latest launch comes less than two weeks after Kim Jong Un supervised a solid-fuel engine test for a new intermediate-range hypersonic missile (IRBM) ...

Fla. Man Gets Prison for Threatening Justice Roberts

Neal Brij Sidhwaney, 43, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for making threatening remarks towards Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts as well as the larger court, The Hill reported.

Trump Calls for Judge Merchan's Recusal After Expanded Gag Order

Donald Trump is again seeking to get the judge overseeing his April 15 New York criminal trial off the case, arguing the judge's daughter's work for a political consultancy with Democrat clients poses a conflict of interest.

Trump Ally Files Complaint Over Judge's Critical TV Interview

A conservative ally of Donald Trump filed a complaint on Tuesday against a U.S. federal judge who in a rare television interview criticized the former president's verbal attacks on the New York judge overseeing Trump's upcoming criminal trial.

Trump Calls Migrants 'Animals' in Michigan Stop

Donald Trump called immigrants in the United States illegally "animals" and "not human" in a speech in Michigan on Tuesday, resorting to the degrading rhetoric he has employed time and again on the campaign trail. The Republican presidential candidate, flanked by several law ...

FCC to Vote to Restore Net Neutrality Rules, Reversing Trump

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission will vote to reinstate landmark net neutrality rules and assume new regulatory oversight of broadband internet that was rescinded under former President Donald Trump, the agency's chair said.

US Navy Ship Building Hit by Supply, Labor Shortages

Virginia-class submarines, an aircraft carrier, and frigates being built for the U.S. Navy are now years behind schedule because of skilled labor shortages, design issues, and supply chain challenges stemming from the pandemic, the Navy said on Tuesday.

Alabama GOP Sen. Katie Britt Wants Civil Discourse

Sen. Katie Britt confided Tuesday that she counts some Democrat colleagues among her best friends in the Senate and said such cross-party relationships are essential to governing, especially as social media fuels widening political divisions.

Trump: Nov. 5 'Christian Visibility Day'

Former President Donald Trump proclaimed during a campaign rally in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on Tuesday that Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024, will be "Christian Visibility Day."

Trump Ally Files Complaint Over Judge's Critical TV Interview

A conservative ally of Donald Trump filed a complaint on Tuesday against a U.S. federal judge who in a rare television interview criticized the former president's verbal attacks on the New York judge overseeing Trump's upcoming criminal trial.

Trump Holds Campaign Rally in Green Bay, Warns of Biden Betrayal

Former President Donald Trump rallied supporters in downtown Green Bay on Tuesday, where he voiced strong criticisms of the Biden administration's policies and endorsed a Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate.

Allies Weigh Transferring Ukraine Weapons Group to NATO

An American-led multinational organization that coordinates the shipment of arms to Ukraine could move to the control of NATO to make it easier for the flow of weapons to Kyiv.

Trump Tells Green Bay, Nov. 5 Victory Must Be 'Too Big to Rig'

Former President Donald Trump made a passionate plea to his supporters during a rally in downtown Green Bay on Tuesday, emphasizing the need to "secure our elections" and rally behind the Republican Party.

Allies Weigh Transferring Ukraine Weapons Group to NATO

An American-led multinational organization that coordinates the shipment of arms to Ukraine could move to the control of NATO to make it easier for the flow of weapons to Kyiv if Donald Trump becomes president, Politico reported on Tuesday.

Carville: Young Voters Quit Democrats in 'Droves'

Democratic strategist James Carville ranted on Sunday over the Democratic Party's waning support among young voters going into the 2024 presidential election.

Trump, Biden Win N.Y., Wisconsin, R.I., Conn. Primaries

Voters in four states weighed in Tuesday on their parties' presidential nominees, a largely symbolic vote now that both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have locked up the Democrat and Republican nominations.

Billionaire Helps Trump With $175 Million Bond

A billionaire known as the "king of subprime car loans" helped Donald Trump pay his $175 million bond in his New York case.

Taiwan 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Leaves 9 Dead

A powerful earthquake rocked the entire island of Taiwan early Wednesday, collapsing buildings in a southern city and creating a tsunami that washed ashore on southern Japanese islands.

Trump Sues 2 Trump Media Co-founders, Seeking to Void Their Stock

Donald Trump is suing two co-founders of Trump Media & Technology Group, the newly public parent company of his Truth Social platform, arguing they should forfeit their stock in the company because they set it up improperly.

Trafalgar Poll: Trump Leads Biden, Field by 3 Points

According to RealClearPolitics' aggregated average of polls as of Tuesday, former President Donald Trump leads President Joe Biden by 2.5 points.

Wisconsin Voters Approve Ban on 'Zuckerbucks'-Type Election Funding

Private money to fund elections will be banned in Wisconsin after voters approved a constitutional amendment Tuesday put forward by Republicans in reaction to grants received in 2020 that were funded by donations from Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg.

Veteran Pollster Moves From Super PAC to Trump Campaign

GOP pollster Tony Fabrizio is joining the Trump campaign as a senior adviser.

Eller Wins GOP Runoff in Miss., Will Face Democrat in Nov.

Ron Eller won a Republican primary runoff Tuesday in Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District and will face longtime Democratic Rep. Bennie Thompson in the Nov. 5 general election. Eller, who is a military veteran and physician assistant, defeated Andrew Scott Smith, who has ...

Muslim Leaders Reject Meeting With Biden Over Gaza Anger

Last year, President Joe Biden hadn't even spoken a word at the White House celebration of Ramadan before someone shouted out "we love you." Hundreds of Muslims were there to mark the end of the holy month that requires fasting from sunrise to sunset.

Ex-Cop Gets 200 Hours Community Service for NYC Mayoral Scheme

A former police officer who prosecutors say was the ringleader of a campaign donations scheme to help New York City Mayor Eric Adams during his winning 2021 run was sentenced Tuesday, authorities said. Dwyane Montgomery was ordered to perform 200 hours of community service ...

Brent Oil Futures Above $89 as Supply Risks Intensify

Oil prices were stable Wednesday, as investors mulled supply risks stemming from ongoing Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries and the potential for a widening of the Middle East conflict.

Largest US Egg Producer Found Bird Flu in Chickens

The largest producer of fresh eggs in the U.S. said Tuesday it had temporarily halted production at a Texas plant after bird flu was found in chickens, and officials said the virus had also been detected at a poultry facility in Michigan. Ridgeland, Mississippi-based...

Ukraine Lowers Conscription Age to Plug a Shortfall in Troop Numbers

Ukraine lowered the military conscription age Wednesday from 27 to 25 in an effort to replenish its depleted ranks after more than two years of war following Russia's full-scale invasion.

Law Enforcement Needs to Be 'Cautious' About Lowering Standards to Boost Recruitment

Law enforcement experts warn police departments looking to lower hiring standards to boost recruitment numbers to be "cautious" about what requirements they are sacrificing in their bid to increase the number of police officers on their force.

Deputy Speakers Try to Maintain Decorum in Britain's Parliament

Criticism of House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., intensified after the recent passage of a $1.2 trillion spending package. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., filed a motion to vacate, causing some to bemoan the possibility of another leadership change.

WSJ Poll: Trump Leads Biden in 6 of 7 Swing States

Former President Donald Trump is holding a lead over President Joe Biden in six out of seven of the nation's most competitive battleground states, both on test ballots that include third-party and independent candidates and in a one-on-one matchup.

Lehigh Probed for 'Hostile' Campus for Jews, Israelis

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights announced Tuesday that it is investigating Lehigh University for potential violations of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Russia: NATO, at 75, Has Returned to Cold War Mindset

Russia said on Wednesday that NATO had returned to a Cold War mindset as the alliance marks its 75th anniversary this week. "Today, in relations with Russia, the bloc has returned to Cold War settings," Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told reporters. She said...

Rep. Boebert Has Emergency Surgery for Blood Clot in Leg

Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert underwent emergency surgery to remove a blood clot and was diagnosed with May-Thurner syndrome, the Republican announced, the New York Post reported on Wednesday.

Nebraska Gov. Backs 'Winner-Take-All' Electoral Plan

Nebraska GOP Gov. Jim Pillen publicly endorsed reinstating a "winner-take-all" system for awarding the state's electoral votes in a change that, if implemented, could have a huge impact on the 2024 election.

Report: Trump, RNC Raise $65.6 Million in March

Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee raised $65.6 million in March, Politico reported, a figure his allies hope will ease concerns about the amount in his war chest as the former president's accounts have been nearly drained due to mounting legal fees.

Disney Prevails Over Peltz as Board Is Reelected

Walt Disney shareholders backed Chief Executive Bob Iger and other company directors Wednesday, defeating a campaign by activist investors who argued the storied entertainment giant had underperformed in the streaming-television era.

The Disarray at Boeing's 737 Factory Ahead of Blowout

Workers at Boeing's Renton, Wash., factory flagged four damaged rivets around a door plug on the ill-fated 737 MAX jet no less than 50 times, The Wall Street Journal reports.

Powell: Fed Still Sees Rate Cuts This Year; Election Timing Won't Affect Decision

Federal Reserve officials will likely reduce their benchmark interest rate later this year, Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday, despite recent reports showing that the U.S. economy is still strong and that U.S. inflation picked up in January and February.

Almost 50K Wisconsin Voters Choose 'Uninstructed' Over Biden

Just under 50,000 voters in Wisconsin's Democratic primary Tuesday cast ballots for an "uninstructed" delegation in a protest vote against how President Joe Biden is handling the war between Israel and Hamas.

La. Gov. Floats Penalty for Players Who Skip National Anthem

Louisiana GOP Gov. Jeff Landry weighed in on the LSU national anthem controversy, floating an idea that could impose a penalty on student athletes if a similar incident happens in the future.

Rep. Aderholt: Delay House Appropriations Chair Vote

Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Ala., a member of the powerful House Appropriations Committee, on Wednesday called for party leaders to delay a vote for a new chair.

Brothers Plead Guilty to Insider Trading of Truth Social

Two Florida brothers pleaded guilty Wednesday to insider trading charges, admitting making over $22 million illegally before the public announcement in 2021 that an acquisition firm was taking former President Donald Trump's media company public.

Report: Feds Released Somali Terror Suspect 'Accidentally'

Lawmakers are demanding answers about why a Somali man who was on the federal terrorism watch list for his background in explosives and weapons trafficking was able to remain in the U.S. after an error by federal agencies.

Rep. Boebert Has May-Turner Syndrome: What Is It?

Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert has announced that she underwent emergency surgery and was diagnosed with a rare condition called May-Turner syndrome.The 37-year-old Republican congresswoman was admitted to UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland, Colorado, after...

Dems Worry About Ginsburg Repeat on Supreme Court

Concerns are growing on the left that history could repeat itself after Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's refusal to retire in 2014 resulted in the court moving sharply to the right, NBC News reported.

S&P 500, Nasdaq Close Slightly up After Fed Comments

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq ended slightly up Wednesday after data showing the U.S. services industry growth slowed further in March, while comments by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell that focused on the need for more debate and data before interest rates are cut limited the...

US to Tout G7 Price Cap on Russian Oil

The G7 price cap on Russian oil shipments is cutting the revenue that Moscow has available to support its invasion of Ukraine, and the mechanism's effectiveness is helped by the recent actions of Indian refiners, U.S. officials will tell an event in New Delhi Thursday.

Dem Analyst: Trump Isn't Biden's 'Greatest Threat'

When it comes to the 2024 election, President Joe Biden's "greatest threat" isn't former President Donald Trump, one Democrat analyst says.

Iowa Repeals Gender Parity Rule for Governing Bodies

An explicit requirement that Iowa's state, county, and local decision-making bodies be balanced by gender was repealed Wednesday, a move that Gov. Kim Reynolds said was common sense but one that critics decried.

Panama Canal Drought Could Upset Supply Chain: S&P

The severe drought which has forced the Panama Canal, one of the world's busiest trade passages, to limit daily crossings could impact global supply chains during a period of high demand, S&P Global said Wednesday.

'Migrant Influencer' Under Investigation for Gun Charges

The "migrant influencer" Leonel Moreno, who amassed a large social media following encouraging squatting and other grifts, is now facing potential federal firearm charges, according to The New York Post.

N.Y. Judge With Gag Order on Trump Rejects Bid for Trial Delay

A New York judge Wednesday denied Donald Trump's bid to delay his April 15 trial on charges related to business records stemming from the 2016 presidential campaign.

Mass. Council Approves Pardoning People with Misdemeanor Cannabis Convictions

A Massachusetts council on Wednesday approved Gov. Maura Healey's plan to pardon tens of thousands of people convicted of misdemeanor marijuana charges going back decades.

Son of Prominent Dominican Politician Shot Dead in Texas

The son of a Dominican lawmaker was fatally shot at a gas station in Houston, Texas, according to police, who said on Wednesday they were searching for four men wanted for what they called a targeted killing.

Rep. Stefanik: Merchan Should Recuse From Trump Trial

The judge overseeing former President Donald Trump's trial should recuse himself for his "clear judicial bias," says Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y.

States Look to Limit Chinese Land Purchases in US

State legislators are working on bills to prevent Chinese citizens and companies from making land purchases, which some lawmakers say are national security concerns, Politico reported.

Sen. Schmitt: Illegals 'Prioritized' for Govt College Loans

Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., has requested a response from Education Sec. Miguel Cardona explaining why the federal college loan applications for prospective American students are mired in a "bureaucratic disaster" while the applications of illegal migrants are "prioritized."

Mass. Hospital Chain to Cease Reporting of Drugs in Newborns

In an effort to reduce the stigma of addiction among Black mothers, hospitals within the Mass General Brigham system will no longer report suspected abuse or neglect to state child welfare services, solely due to the presence of drugs in a baby's toxicology report.

Michael Rapaport: 'Voting for Trump Is on the Table'

Actor Michael Rapaport, speaking from an Israeli beach last week, asserted, "I will not vote for Joe Biden."

Border Security Ad: 'Trump Was Right'

Building America's Future has put out another advertisement on the subject of border security, with this one proclaiming that former President Donald Trump has been correct about the issue all along, while President Joe Biden is wrong.

Biden to Speak With Netanyahu on Thursday

President Joe Biden will speak by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday, three days after Israel launched an attack in which seven World Central Kitchen aid workers were killed, a U.S. official said.

Russian Drone Attack Kills 5 in Ukraine's Kharkiv

Russian drones hit residences early Thursday in Kharkiv, Ukraine's second largest city, killing five people, including rescue workers hit in a repeat strike at the site of one attack, officials said.

Trump Talks With Saudi Arabia's MBS

Former President Donald Trump recently spoke over the phone with Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, The New York Times reported Wednesday.

Alarm Bells Ring for Bowman as He Trails Rival by 17 Points

Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., might be seeing his days as a fire alarm-pulling "Squad" member come to an end.