‘Thoughts and prayers’: The minefield that awaits Kevin Warsh at the Fed
Politico · 13h ago · Jerome Powell will likely preside over his final rate-setting meeting as chair on Wednesday, ending a turbulent period as central bank chief.
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Here's everything to expect when the Fed issues its latest interest rate decision Wednesday
· CNBC · Apr 28, 2026 · In what could be Jerome Powell's final meeting as Fed chair, he and his fellow policymakers are likely to continue their cautious approach.
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Fed meeting updates: Will FOMC hold interest rates? What to expect from Jerome Powell's last meeting
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The Federal Reserve will announce its interest rate decision at its April meeting, which is expected to be Fed Chair Jerome Powell's last.
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Interest rates expected to hold steady at Fed meeting likely to be Powell's last as chair
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The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady at what is likely to be Jerome Powell’s last policy meeting as chair.
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Fed expected to hold interest rates steady in what could be Powell's last meeting
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The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady Wednesday. It's likely to be Jerome Powell's last rate-setting meeting as chairman of the central bank.
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Fed likely to leave rates unchanged at what may be Powell's last meeting, as Warsh to advance
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Wednesday will likely be a momentous day for the future of the Federal Reserve as Chair Jerome Powell could signal he will stay with the Fed even as a Senate panel is expected to confirm his replacement
Politics
Supreme Court weighs Trump attempt to remove protections for thousands of Haitians and Syrians
NBC News · 12h ago · Tackling one prong of the Trump administration's hard-line policies, the Supreme Court on Wednesday will weigh its effort to remove legal protections for thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants in the United States.
Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to end deportation shield for Haitians, Syrians
· CBS News · Apr 28, 2026 · The Supreme Court is set to consider Wednesday the Department of Homeland Security's effort to terminate TPS both for Syria and Haiti.
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Supreme Court to weigh Trump administration push to end protections for Haitian, Syrian migrants
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The Supreme Court will hear arguments over the Trump administration’s push to end legal protections for migrants fleeing war and natural disaster
Christian Science Monitor · Apr 28, 2026 ·
Supreme Court to decide on end of deportation protections for Haitians, Syrians
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The Supreme Court will decide whether the Trump administration can end protections from deportation for hundreds of thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants.
Judge tosses Trump admin. lawsuit seeking access to Arizona voter data
CBS News · 19h ago · A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from the Justice Department seeking information on Arizona voters, another defeat in the Trump administration's nationwide push for voter data.
Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit against Arizona seeking voter data
· ABC News · 21h ago · A federal judge has dismissed a Department of Justice lawsuit against Arizona seeking access to the state’s voter records
Spirit Airlines tried to be the Dollar General of the skies. Then the big airlines beat it at its own game
NPR · 11h ago · Spirit Airlines helped pioneer ultra-cheap flying and soared. Then legacy airlines copied them, outmaneuvered them with loyalty programs, and the economy turned against their core customers.
We detected Aids through a federal early warning system. Trump has decimated it | Robert B. Shpiner
The Guardian · 12h ago · On Friday, the presidential personnel office sent termination notices to members of the National Science Board. This will undermine our public health effortsIn June 1981, I was a young pulmonary fellow at one of the three Los Angeles hospitals where
Renewal of controversial FISA program in limbo ahead of Thursday deadline
CBS News · 12h ago · Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is set to expire in two days.
Mamdani to meet the monarchs
Politico · 12h ago · Trump warmly welcomed the King and Queen. The democratic socialist mayor of New York City? Not so much.
2 high-profile Texas Democrats try to keep their careers alive after GOP gerrymander
Politico · 12h ago · Rep. Julie Johnson and former Rep. Colin Allred find themselves in a chaotic runoff with new boundaries, voting rule changes and an unfavorable calendar.
Comey Indicted Again, King Charles' Message To Congress, SCOTUS Temp Protected Status
NPR | Podcast | Up First · 12h ago · The Justice Department has indicted former FBI Director James Comey for a second time, accusing him of threatening President Trump with an Instagram post of the numbers 86 47 spelled out in seashells on a beach.King Charles told a joint session of Co
Trump threatens Iran with AI picture of himself with a gun: 'No more Mr. Nice guy!'
CNBC · 12h ago · Oil prices continued to rise on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to threaten Iran in a TruthSocial post.
US supreme court to hear whether protected status of Haitians and Syrians can be revoked
The Guardian · 13h ago · Case looks at whether Trump administration has authority to strip hundreds of thousands of immigrants of TPSThe supreme court will hear oral arguments on Wednesday over whether the Trump administration can strip the temporary protected status (TPS) o
Nation
Oakland, California, airport can use 'San Francisco' in name after settlement
ABC News · 22h ago · San Francisco has settled a legal dispute with Oakland over the naming of its neighbor's airport
Search ends for missing crew of U.S. ship that overturned in typhoon
CBS News · 11h ago · Six people were aboard the 145-foot ship, called the Mariana. Divers recovered one crew member's body from the overturned ship.
Like soap operas, 75 feet up: How bald eagle nest cams hook online communities
NPR · 11h ago · Across the country, some 50 bald eagle nests fitted with cameras broadcast up-close views of raptor family life. Every spring, as eggs hatch and eaglets grow, these cameras rake in millions of views.
Anonymous tip system launched after Sandy Hook has received nearly 400,000 reports
ABC News · 12h ago · A group formed in the aftermath of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting has traveled the country trying to prevent such violence from happening
Drones, missiles, battleships: What’s in Trump’s $1.5 trillion defense spending ask
Christian Science Monitor · 13h ago · The Trump administration’s staggering defense budget accelerates the push into drone warfare, reshaping the U.S. military.
How a Supreme Court fight over fish oil could raise your prescription drug costs
NPR · 13h ago · The justices are set to hear Hikma v. Amarin, a battle over drug patents that could raise costs for patients and change the way generic companies do business.
Meet the 14-year-old boy running to be Vermont's next governor
NPR · 13h ago · A 14 year old is running for governor in Vermont, a state without an age requirement to hold office. Dean Roy is running on a third party line.
Former NFL player Mauro dies aged 35
BBC · 13h ago · Former Arizona Cardinals defensive end Josh Mauro dies at the age of 35.
At least 2 injured as storms tear through Texas, damaging homes
ABC News · 14h ago · Thunderstorms have torn through parts of Texas, sending at least two people to the hospital
Mexican man pleads guilty to impersonating Border Patrol agent to 'disrupt deportation missions'
ABC News · 15h ago · A Mexican man in the United States has pleaded guilty to impersonating a Border Patrol agent and following federal immigration officers to divert them while they were out on immigration enforcement missions in Southern California
Business
EU says Meta is failing to keep underage users off Facebook and Instagram
ABC News · 13h ago · The European Union says Meta is failing to keep underage users from accessing Facebook and Instagram
EU says Meta is failing to keep underage users off Facebook and Instagram
· NPR · 13h ago · The European Union accused Meta on Wednesday of failing to stop underage users from accessing Facebook and Instagram, in violation of the bloc's digital rules that require sites to protect minors.
Australia moves to tax Meta, Google and TikTok to fund newsrooms
NPR · 16h ago · Australia is proposing to tax Meta, Google and TikTok a proportion of their revenue to pay for news reporters. The government intends to introduce the draft legislation to Parliament by July.
Australia moves to tax Meta, Google and TikTok to fund newsrooms
· ABC News · Apr 28, 2026 · Australia is proposing to tax digital giants Meta, Google and TikTok a proportion of their revenue to pay for news reporters
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Tallying Up This Year’s Layoffs
Understanding the UAE's Decision to Leave OPEC
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Why the U.A.E. Broke Up With OPEC
· Wall Street Journal · Apr 28, 2026
Goldman Staff in Hong Kong Lose Access to Anthropic’s Claude
Bloomberg · 20h ago
Goldman stops bankers using Anthropic’s Claude in Hong Kong
· Financial Times · 23h ago · Employees were unable to access company’s AI models as of a few weeks ago
Former ECB's Trichet: the Enemies are Inflation Secondary Effects
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Mortgage rates are rising again, but homebuyers are trickling back
CNBC · 11h ago · Mortgage rates rose last week after several weeks of declines. That took a toll on refinance demand, but homebuyers seem more resilient.
Blue Owl Shares Near ‘Doomsday’ Levels See Earnings as Next Risk
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Crypto Firm MoonPay Bets $100 Million for Institutional Push
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Morgan Stanley’s Slimmon Says Be Ready to Buy Short-Term Pullback in Stocks
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Arlington Capital Acquires Nuclear Engineering Firm Enercon
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Technology
Meta told it's violating EU law by not doing enough to keep children off Facebook and Instagram
CNBC · 11h ago · Children can create Instagram and Facebook accounts simply by inputting a false birth date, a preliminary EU investigation found.
Meta isn’t doing enough to keep kids off Facebook and Instagram, rules EU
· The Verge · 11h ago · Meta is breaching Europe's Digital Services Act (DSA) rules by failing to prevent children under 13 from using Facebook and Instagram, according to a preliminary decision issued by the European Commission.
Influencer Evelyn Ha Claims Shocking Truth Twisted After Ex Ben Pasternak Arrest Sparks Heated Abuse Allegations Debate
International Business Times · 10h ago · Influencer Evelyn Ha faces online scrutiny as ex Ben Pasternak arrest sparks abuse debate and competing claims spread across social media platforms
The Cache Map Returns To ‘Counter-Strike 2’ With A New Look
Forbes · 10h ago · Cache has officially returned to Counter-Strike with a brand new look and some new features after years of being out of the active map pool.
Is Meta's AI spending blitz working? The stock's next move depends on the answer
CNBC · 11h ago · The market lately hasn't known quite how to digest Meta's ambitious plans.
Humana Profits Eclipse $1 Billion As Medicare Costs Ease Slightly
Forbes · 11h ago · Humana reported first quarter net income of nearly $1.2 billion as costs of care for older adults in its Medicare Advantage plans eased a bit but remained high.
13 Best Coolers for Sunshine and Nighttime (2026)
Wired · 11h ago · We tested coolers on camping trips, road trips, beach days, and at parties to bring you our favorite models for every situation. The Yeti Tundra Haul is our top pick.
The Manus Mess Won’t Dim Singapore’s Appeal for Startups
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007: First Light Release Date, Pre-Order Editions And Everything To Know
Forbes · 11h ago · 007: First Light from IO Interactive launches May 27, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Here's the release date, pre-order editions, cast and gameplay details.
Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 Shoe Review: World Record Breaker
Wired · 11h ago · I ran in Sabastian Sawe’s world-record-breaking running shoe. It’s fast, but only if you can maintain your locked-in form for 26 miles.
Your Phone Notifications Reveal More Than You Realize. Here’s How to Lock Them Down
Wired · 11h ago · A recent case shows law enforcement can see incoming Signal messages by searching an iPhone, even after the Signal app has been deleted. Here’s what to know, and how to protect yourself.
Entertainment
Netflix Lands On Latest Harlan Coben Adaptation With ‘The Woods’ Starring Tom Bateman & Michelle Keegan
Deadline Hollywood · 11h ago · Netflix has landed on its latest Harlan Coben adaptation. The streamer is continuing its lucrative partnership with the American author with a British version of The Woods starring Based on a True Story’s Tom Bateman and Fool Me Once lead Michelle
‘Fool Me Once’ Star Michelle Keegan Reunites With Harlan Coben and Netflix for ‘The Woods’ Series Adaptation
· Variety · 11h ago · “Fool Me Once” star Michelle Keegan is reuniting with Netflix and Harlan Coben for another of the writer’s adaptations, “The Woods.” She will star in the eight-episode series alongside Tom Bateman, Mandeep Dhillon and Pearce Quigley, among others.
Aimee Lou Wood Pokes Fun at ‘SNL’ Teeth Sketch Ahead of Hosting U.K. Version: ‘This Is All Just One Big Set-Up to Humiliate Me, Then?’
Variety · 12h ago · “White Lotus” star Aimee Lou Wood has addressed the “SNL” teeth-controversy head-on ahead of her “SNL U.K.” hosting gig this weekend. To recap: Last April the original “Saturday Night Live” saw Sarah Sherman parody Wood’s character
Aimee Lou Wood Wastes No Time In Roasting ‘SNL’s Teeth Sketch Ahead Of ‘SNL UK’ Hosting Duties
· Deadline Hollywood · 13h ago · Aimee Lou Wood has immediately confronted the elephant in the room as she prepares to host Saturday Night Live UK this weekend. In a promo video ahead of the show, the Sex Education and White Lotus star roasted a 2025 SNL sketch, which she described
‘Never Talk About Goblins’: OpenAI’s Instructions to Codex Have a Weirdly Emphatic No-Creatures Policy
Gizmodo · 19h ago · Goblins are expressly forbidden, along with gremlins, raccoons, trolls, ogres, and pigeons.
OpenAI Really Wants Codex to Shut Up About Goblins
· Wired · 22h ago · “Never talk about goblins, gremlins, raccoons, trolls, ogres, pigeons, or other animals or creatures unless it is absolutely and unambiguously relevant,” reads OpenAI’s coding agent instructions.
WGA West Notifies Writers Of Final Offer To Staff Union In Blistering Email Accusing WGSU Members Of Violence & Intimidation
Deadline Hollywood · 23h ago · The WGA West is throwing down the hammer, or at least attempting to, with its staff union. After 71 days on strike, WGSU members were notified that they have received their final offer on a first contract from management, the guild said in an email to writers on Tuesday.
WGA West Accuses Its Staffers of Violence and Intimidation as Strike Hits 10 Weeks
· Variety · 23h ago · The WGA West accused its own staffers on Tuesday of engaging in violence and intimidation on picket lines, and said it would not negotiate further as the staff strike hit 71 days.
Hear More of Jared Leto’s Skeletor Voice in These ‘Masters of the Universe’ Featurettes
Gizmodo · 11h ago · Two new videos highlight the eclectic cast of characters that look like a 1980s toy aisle.
‘CBS Mornings’ To Hold Town Hall With Artemis Mission Astronauts
Deadline Hollywood · 11h ago · CBS Mornings will feature a town hall on Friday with the astronauts from NASA’s Artemis II mission. Co-host Gayle King and CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil will moderate the town hall, titled CBS Mornings Presents: Artemis II A Celebration of Heroes.
Bill Nighy & Makram Khoury ‘A Town In Nova Scotia’ First Look Unveiled As Paradise City Launches Sales – Cannes Market
Deadline Hollywood · 11h ago · Paris-based Paradise City Sales has released a first look of Bill Nighy and Makram Khoury in Babak Jalali’s Liverpool-set drama A Town in Nova Scotia as it gears up to launch the title in next month.
‘Cantona’: Cinetic To Handle Sales On Cannes-Bound Documentary About Soccer Great, Details Revealed
Deadline Hollywood · 11h ago · EXCLUSIVE: Cinetic will handle sales on Cannes-bound documentary Cantona, about soccer great turned actor Eric Cantona. The Cannes Special Screening, one of only three UK films in the festival’s official selection, is directed and produced by David
Locarno: Artist Cindy Sherman Designs 2026 Festival Poster
Deadline Hollywood · 11h ago · Veteran American artist Cindy Sherman has designed the official poster for this year’s Locarno Film Festival, which runs from August 5-15. The poster features a character created by Cindy Sherman, rendered in black and white and wrapped in a yellow leopard-spotted headscarf.
5 Reasons Why Summer Is the Worst Season of the Year
Gizmodo · 12h ago · Summer kind of sucks, and I have the science to prove it.
Sports
Kevin Durant improving but Game 4 status vs. Lakers unclear as Rockets face elimination, Udoka says
ABC News · Apr 25, 2026 · Houston coach Ime Udoka says injured star Kevin Durant is doing better but his status for Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night is still unclear with the Rockets facing elimination
Mariners vs. Cardinals prediction, odds, time: 2026 MLB picks for Saturday's game from proven model
· CBS News · Apr 25, 2026 · SportsLine's model simulated St. Louis Cardinals vs. Seattle Mariners 10,000 times and revealed its MLB picks for Saturday's matchup
Arsenal and Atletico Madrid meet in Spain aiming for Champions League final return
ABC News · 13h ago · Atletico Madrid and Arsenal begin a Champions League semifinal series with both clubs trying to return to the final after a long absence and aiming to win the competition for the first time
Can Griezmann end his Atletico love story in style?
· BBC · 17h ago · Antoine Griezmann's long love affair with Atletico Madrid is drawing to a close, but can the Frenchman bid farewell by securing the Champions League?
Prep talk: Jaxson Neckien is coming through for Westlake with power
Los Angeles Times · 11h ago · The junior outfielder has hit six home runs for the Warriors, who are tied for first place in the Marmonte League.
Who will win the Kentucky Derby? With no dominant favorite, odds are sure to shift
Los Angeles Times · 12h ago · Three or more horses could contend for favorite status, but all California horses are long shots entering Saturday's Kentucky Derby.
FIFA to award $871 million in prize money for 2026 World Cup, increasing figure by a further 15%
CBS News · 12h ago · FIFA handed out a total of $440 million in prize money for the 2022 World Cup, the final iteration of the tournament to feature 32 teams
Don Mattingly wins debut as Phillies interim manager as Jesús Luzardo helps blank Giants 7-0
ABC News · 15h ago · Don Mattingly wins his first game as Philadelphia's interim manager, leading the Phillies to a 7-0 victory over the San Francisco Giants
Pete Alonso homers, Shane Baz earns first win as Orioles defeat Astros 5-3
ABC News · 15h ago · Pete Alonso homered, Adley Rutschman drove in two runs, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Houston Astros 5-3
De La Cruz and Burns power the Reds to a 7-2 victory over the Rockies
ABC News · 15h ago · Elly De La Cruz homered and drove in four runs and Chase Burns reached 100 strikeouts faster than any other Cincinnati pitcher as the Reds beat the Colorado Rockies 7-2
Trey Yesavage has a sharp season debut as Blue Jays beat Red Sox 3-0
ABC News · 15h ago · Trey Yesavage pitched into the sixth inning in a sharp season debut, Kazuma Okamoto drove in two runs and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 3-0
Gorman, Burleson and Walker drive in 3 runs apiece to lead Cardinals over Pirates 11-7
ABC News · 15h ago · Nolan Gorman homered and drove in three runs and Alec Burleson and Jordan Walker drove in three runs apiece to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to an 11-7 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates
World
Gas prices hit $4.23 per gallon, a new high for the year
NBC News · 12h ago · U.S. gas prices have hit a fresh record since the start of the war with Iran, according to the motor club AAA.
Gas prices jump to their highest level since start of Iran war
· CBS News · Apr 28, 2026 · The average cost of a gallon of gasoline hit $4.18 on Tuesday, up $1.20 since the conflict in the Middle East started on Feb. 28.
South Korean court extends prison sentence for wife of ousted president
NPR · Apr 28, 2026 · In January, Kim Keon Hee was sentenced to 20 months for accepting gifts from the Unification Church, which sought political favors.
South Korean court convicts of wife of ousted President Yoon on corruption charges
· ABC News · Apr 28, 2026 · An appeals court has raised to four years the corruption sentence for the wife of South Korea’s ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visiting 9/11 Memorial and other NYC landmarks as part of US trip
ABC News · 15h ago · King Charles III and Queen Camilla are headed to New York City as part of their closely watched diplomatic trip to the U.S. to mark the 250th anniversary of the country declaring independence from England
From Declaration Of Independence To Trump's Face: Inside The New US Passport
International Business Times · 11h ago · The new US passport design features Trump's image, sparking debate over its departure from traditional designs. The America250 initiative aims to renew patriotism with this commemorative edition
Martin Lewis Reveals 'Hidden Pay Rise' For Workers Earning Over £10,000 — Are You Missing Out?
International Business Times · 11h ago · Martin Lewis revealed how pre-tax pension contributions and employer obligations can significantly boost income for UK workers.
Iran's rial currency hits record low as shaky ceasefire with US, Israel still holds
ABC News · 11h ago · Iran’s national rial currency has hit a record low of 1.8 million to $1 as a shaky ceasefire with the U.S. and Israel holds
A barge carrying Timmy the humpback whale begins journey to the North Sea
ABC News · 11h ago · A barge carrying a stranded humpback whale has started its journey toward the North Sea
Did Barry Keoghan Cheat On Sabrina Carpenter? Actor Finally Responds To Viral Rumours
International Business Times · 11h ago · Barry Keoghan denies cheating on Sabrina Carpenter, addressing rumors on a podcast. He discusses the impact of public scrutiny on their relationship and his retreat from social media.
Another Russian oil facility burns after Zelenskyy touts Ukraine’s drone reach
ABC News · 11h ago · A new long-range drone attack has reportedly set an oil facility in Russia's Perm region on fire
Trump and Iran issue fresh warnings as standoff continues
CBS News · 11h ago · As Trump warns Iran to "get smart soon" and make a deal to end the war, an Iranian lawmaker vows Tehran will "never relinquish its control over the Strait of Hormuz."
Science
'Absurd' Megalomania: Donald Trump to Become First World Leader Ever to Appear on US Passports
International Business Times · 10h ago · Donald Trump's image is set to appear on a limited run of commemorative US passports as part of the America250 celebrations. The move has sparked backlash from critics who argue that it turns a national document into a symbol of presidential self-branding.
Cancer Survivors Are Living Longer but Still Have Complex Needs. That's Why Doctors and Advocates Want Post-Treatment Care Plans
Smithsonian · 10h ago · Survivors have a heightened risk of developing cardiovascular disease, pain, insomnia, psychosocial distress and new cancers. Many, patient advocates say, are not receiving adequate long-term care
50-foot ancient snake discovered in India may be one of the largest ever
Science Daily · 13h ago · A massive prehistoric snake discovered in India may rank among the largest ever to slither across Earth. Named Vasuki indicus, this ancient giant lived around 47 million years ago and is estimated to have stretched an astonishing 11 to 15 meters long—rivaling the legendary Titanoboa.
A one-in-a-million supernova seen five times could reveal the Universe’s true speed
Science Daily · 14h ago · A spectacular cosmic event nicknamed “SN Winny” could help solve one of astronomy’s biggest mysteries: how fast the universe is expanding. This rare superluminous supernova, located 10 billion light-years away, appears five times in the sky tha
Scientists just found the Milky Way’s edge and it’s closer than expected
Science Daily · 15h ago · Scientists have uncovered the true boundary of the Milky Way’s star-forming region using stellar “age mapping.” They found a telltale U-shaped pattern showing that star formation drops sharply around 35,000–40,000 light-years from the center.
A forgotten drug is giving new hope to kids with a rare disease
Science Daily · 16h ago · A decades-old drug once used to treat sleeping sickness is now showing surprising promise against an ultra-rare and life-threatening genetic disorder called Bachmann-Bupp syndrome (BABS).
MIT study finds children more vulnerable to cancer-causing chemical in water
Science Daily · 17h ago · A troubling new study from MIT reveals that a common environmental contaminant, NDMA—found in polluted water, certain medications, and even processed foods—may pose a far greater cancer risk to children than adults.
Fires Rage in Georgia
NASA · 18h ago · Firefighters are battling two destructive blazes in the southern part of the state as drought grips the U.S. Southeast.
Scientists see Trump's firing of the National Science Board as an attack on research
NPR · 23h ago · The move follows an administration push for cuts to the NSF and raises concerns in the scientific community that it could jeopardize a tradition of independent decisions about federal science grants.
King Charles Heartbreak: Monarch Slammed For Meeting 'Felon' Donald Trump While Snubbing Harry And Grandkids
International Business Times · Apr 28, 2026 · King Charles III's US visit strengthens UK-US ties but highlights ongoing tensions with Prince Harry, as no meeting is planned between them.
Health
Your guide to free self-care: 8 L.A. wellness events you can't miss in May
Los Angeles Times · 12h ago · From soundbaths in Leimert Park to sunset yoga in the park, here are the best ways to prioritize your mental and physical health in Los Angeles this month without spending a dime.
RFK Jr. talked about 'reparenting' kids on wellness farms. We visit one that inspired him
NPR · 13h ago · U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says a farm community in Italy for people with addiction is a model for wellness camps designed to ease the U.S. overdose crisis. Critics say the idea is dangerous.
Cancer is increasing in young people and we still don't know why
New Scientist · 22h ago · Obesity might be to blame for part of the increase in cancer among young people, a study in the UK has found, but the causes largely remain a mystery
Hospital CEOs defend charging patients more at facilities
NBC News · Apr 28, 2026 · Hospital CEOs came under fire at a House hearing Tuesday, with Republicans accusing them of overcharging patients and exploiting the system
People are betting on measles outbreaks – and that might be useful
New Scientist · Apr 28, 2026 · Millions of dollars are being spent on wagers predicting measles outbreaks in the US, which could help researchers modelling the spread of the disease
Natural disasters can cause another crisis for those recovering from opioid addiction
NPR · Apr 28, 2026 · People recovering from opioid addiction risk relapse when they can't get their medications after natural disasters. A group of doctors is calling for lawmakers to ease access to the meds.
Non-Smoker Lung Cancer Survivor Shares Important Message
NBC News · Apr 28, 2026 · Lung cancer in non-smokers is on the rise, causing more deaths among women than breast, ovarian, and uterine cancer combined, according to the National Institute of Health.
Does Retail Pharmacy Have A Tower Records Problem?
Forbes · Apr 28, 2026 · Tower Records was born in a drugstore. At its height, it had 200 locations and generated $1 billion in revenue in the late 90s. Then, in less than a decade, it was gone.
Wedding Dress Industry Disrupted by Weight Loss Drug Craze
NBC News · Apr 28, 2026 · A growing number of Americans are turning to weight loss drugs as they prepare for their wedding day. Now, the often dramatic results of these drugs are shaking up the wedding dress industry with more women saying yes to the dress much closer to thei
Best Ways to Use Sunscreens and Protect From Skin Cancer
NBC News · Apr 28, 2026 · Dr. Michelle Henry, dermatologist and a board member at the Melanoma Research Foundation, sits down with TODAY’s Savannah Guthrie to break down what you need to know about skin safety from the sun.
Books
The American frontier story left out key players
Christian Science Monitor · Apr 28, 2026 · Men like Kit Carson captured fame, but the West was also shaped by Black men, Chinese and Hispanic women, and a Cheyenne chief.
A little boy loses his orange 'Balloon' but gains a new friend in this kids' book
NPR · Apr 26, 2026 · When author Bruce Handy's son was young, he loved and lost an orange balloon. He and illustrator Julie Kwon talk about a child's singular devotion to a lost object in their nearly wordless kids' book.
Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day
NPR · Apr 25, 2026 · Fine art photographer Nancy Breslin joins NPR's Scott Simon in studio to celebrate Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day.
New museum dedicated to AI promises an ethical approach
NPR · Apr 25, 2026 · As some continue to pushback on AI art, artist Refik Anadol seeks to base his new venture on ethical and environmental principles.
Author details the spy network that took on America's post-WWII Nazi groups
NPR · Apr 23, 2026 · In The Secret War Against Hate, Stephen J. Ross details the racist, anti-Semitic groups that sprang up in the latter half of the 20th century — and the spy network that worked to bring them to justice.
Family influencers make the lifestyle look good. But kids pay the price, new book says
NPR · Apr 22, 2026 · What does it mean to monetize your offspring? To turn their childhood into content? In Like, Follow, Subscribe Fortesa Latifi explores what drives parents to become family influencers.
Jayne Anne Phillips: ‘Writing words against the erasure of things and lives’
Christian Science Monitor · Apr 21, 2026 · In “Small Town Girls,” Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jayne Anne Phillips taps her deep connection to West Virginia and the rural life that infuses her writing.
The 11 most challenged books of 2025, according to the American Library Association
NPR · Apr 20, 2026 · The ALA says 4,235 titles were challenged at U.S. libraries — the second-highest year on record. Forty percent of the challenged works involved LGBTQ+ subjects or the experiences of people of color.
Malala Yousafzai on life before and after being shot by a Taliban gunman
NPR · Apr 20, 2026 · As a teen, Yousafzai risked her life speaking out against the Taliban. "At the time, what scared me more was a life without an education as a girl," the Nobel-winner told Terry Gross at a live event.
Spring forecast: Showers of great books for the month of April
Christian Science Monitor · Apr 17, 2026 · April’s top nonfiction titles include a revelatory take on Lewis and Clark’s expedition, while fiction favorites cover the latest from Tana French and Ben Lerner.
Lifestyle
Kentucky Derby Favorites Who’s-Who: Blue Grass Winner Further Ado
Forbes · 10h ago · Further Ado won the Blue Grass stakes by a staggering eleven lengths and enters the Derby tied for second-favorite alongside his rival Commandment. But who is he?
Gen Z Can’t Get Enough of Teensy ‘Grandma Watches’
Bloomberg · 13h ago
Henkell Freixenet Bets On Growth Segments To Reignite Sparkling Wine
Forbes · 19h ago · Consumers are scaling back on both their spending and their alcohol consumption. But new sparkling niches are growing, and are being explored by Henkell Freixenet.
Writing By Hand Is Good For Business
Forbes · 23h ago · Amidst all the digital noise, something as simple as a handwritten note captures attention like little else. In a business environment, it's a clear win.
Disney Not Spinning Off ESPN, Business Insider Reports
Bloomberg · Apr 28, 2026
Ex-NBA Player Damon Jones Admits Role in Sports-Betting Scheme
Bloomberg · Apr 28, 2026
How You Can Use AI To Improve Your Golf Swing For Free
Forbes · Apr 28, 2026 · AI can help you fix your golf swing quickly, and for free. Take advantage of it.
The Mind Behind Boston's Design Restaurants Eyes A Legendary Lounge
Forbes · Apr 28, 2026 · Eric Papachristos brought AvroKO to La Padrona at Raffles Boston. Now A Street Hospitality has tapped Ensemble to redesign the Bristol Lounge at the Four Seasons.
Flea on his wild path from childhood to the Chili Peppers: 'Thank God I've changed'
NPR · Apr 28, 2026 · The longtime bassist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers has his first solo album. "I'm making music that occupies its own place in the world and that feels that's good to me," Flea says of Honora.
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· Washington Post · Apr 28, 2026 · The president’s likeness — along with Declaration of Independence text and the American flag — will be on an inside page of at least some new passports.
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The Guardian · Apr 28, 2026 ·
US to issue ‘America250’ passports featuring Donald Trump’s image
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The limited-edition versions will place the US president’s portrait inside cover alongside declaration text and flag motifsUS politics live – latest updatesThe United States government, marking 250 years of independence from a monarchy, will this
The Independent UK · 16h ago ·
Donald Trump’s face to feature on US passports to mark America’s 250th anniversary, report says
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President has already added his face to National Park passes and his name to the Kennedy Center
BBC · 22h ago ·
Trump's face to feature on commemorative US passports
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The passports will be released as part of the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.
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