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Maryland Sen. Van Hollen says he was denied entry to the El Salvador prison holding Abrego Garcia - AP News
Maryland Sen. Van Hollen says he was denied entry to the El Salvador prison holding Abrego Garcia AP NewsA Maryland senator tried to visit his wrongfully deported constituent in El Salvador NPRWatch live: Van Hollen gives update on El Salvador visit The HillCory Booker to visit El Salvador in effort to return wrongly deported man to US The GuardianLeavitt, […]
Lee Corso to retire from ‘College GameDay’ after Week 1 after 38 years, hundreds of headgear picks - The Athletic - The New York Times
Lee Corso to retire from ‘College GameDay’ after Week 1 after 38 years, hundreds of headgear picks - The Athletic The New York TimesCorso to end four-decade run with 'GameDay' ESPNLee Corso’s authenticity made him a TV sports icon - The Athletic The New York TimesA look back at Lee Corso's most memorable Tennessee football picks Rivals: Football & […]
Google holds illegal monopolies in ad tech, US judge finds - Reuters
Google holds illegal monopolies in ad tech, US judge finds ReutersGoogle is an online advertising monopoly, judge rules CNNUS judge finds Google illegally monopolised ad tech market Al JazeeraRead the Ruling The New York TimesGoogle has illegal advertising monopoly, judge rules BBC
Google offering free Gemini Advanced, 2 TB storage, & more for college students - 9to5Google
Google offering free Gemini Advanced, 2 TB storage, & more for college students 9to5GoogleCollege students in the U.S. are now eligible for the best of Google AI — and 2 TB storage — for free Google BlogGoogle is gifting a year of Gemini Advanced to every college student in the US Ars TechnicaGoogle One AI Premium is free […]
Trump Threatens to Block International Students Unless Harvard Shares Student Data - The New York Times
Trump Threatens to Block International Students Unless Harvard Shares Student Data The New York TimesCan the president revoke a university’s tax-exempt status? CNNIRS decision on Harvard’s tax-exempt status expected soon amid concern over Trump interference – US politics live The GuardianHarvard under fire as DHS secretary cuts $2.7M in grants, demands visa records: 'America demands more' Fox NewsTrump ramps […]
Active shooter reported on Florida State University campus - CNN
Active shooter reported on Florida State University campus CNNFlorida State University shooting live updates: Active shooter reported on Tallahassee campus NBC NewsActive shooter at FSU: Scenes on campus Tallahassee DemocratShooting at Florida State University leaves at least 4 injured New York Daily News'Active scene,' report of shooter at Florida State University, 'shelter in place' ordered Fox News

New Richard Pryor box set revives the comedy giant's classic albums April 17, 2025
"I Hope I'm Funny: The Warner Albums (1974-1983)," is a 7-LP set showcasing Pryor's unparalleled genius, released Thursday on Rhino Records.
Nate Jackson
In Don Bachardy's vivid portraits at the Huntington, show business isn't what you think April 17, 2025
A revelatory show at the Huntington puts Don Bachardy's prolific portrait drawings into a welcome new light.
Christopher Knight
In 'Étoile,' 'Bunheads' creators return to ballet but with a cross-Atlantic twist April 17, 2025
Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino are back with a new Prime Video series that puts their love of ballet in the forefront.
Emily Zemler
Son of an agent, he became a film exec. But the movies weren't the same April 17, 2025
Matthew Specktor grew up around celebrities during an era of bold filmmaking — only to see safe franchises dominate and studio movies lose their intimate strangeness
Mark Athitakis
Everything you need to know about Disneyland's biggest event of the decade April 17, 2025
The Disneyland Resort is turning 70 and throwing a year-long party. There'll be new shows, the return of a fan-favorite parade and a tour that honors Disneyland history.
Todd Martens
The freedoms of a.k. payne's award-winning abolition play 'Furlough's Paradise,' onstage and off April 17, 2025
DeWanda Wise and Kacie Rogers play estranged cousins in the West Coast premiere run at the Geffen Playhouse through May 18.
Ashley Lee
Disney's parks are its economic engine. Tariffs could put a damper on it April 17, 2025
Already facing a new rival theme park in Orlando, Fla., Disney must now contend with a more difficult economic environment that could dampen attendance.
Samantha Masunaga
What is a movement director? 5 visionaries share their most prized projects April 17, 2025
We talked to the people creating the library of movements, gestures and expressions for models, actors and performers.
Cat Woods
Amanda Bynes just wants to chat with her fans. That will cost them 50 bucks a month April 16, 2025
Amanda Bynes has joined OnlyFans but says she won't post "any sleazy content." She just wants to talk directly with her fans (who are willing to pay $50 a month).
Christie D'Zurilla
Michelle Trachtenberg's cause of death revealed after family objected to coroner autopsy April 16, 2025
Michelle Trachtenberg's cause of death comes to light more than a month after the 'Harriet the Spy' actor was found unresponsive in her New York City apartment.
Alexandra Del Rosario

Four dead in cable car crash south of Naples April 17, 2025
The cable car had been traversing the valley when a cable to one of the cabins snapped, local media report.
The products you can't bring into the UK from the EU under new ban April 17, 2025
The temporary measure by the government is aimed at stopping the spread of foot and mouth disease.
Verstappen 'very relaxed' about Red Bull future April 17, 2025
Max Verstappen appears relaxed about his future at Red Bull despite rumours he could leave for a rival team in 2026.
Heavy snow blocks Alpine resorts in Switzerland and France April 17, 2025
A Swiss ski resort is cut off and people have been told to stay indoors in the French resort of Tignes.
Head of British Jewish body criticises members' open letter attack on Israel April 17, 2025
The president of the Board of Deputies says he disagrees with the letter criticising the war in Gaza.
How the ‘world’s coolest dictator’ is helping Trump April 17, 2025
El Salvador’s president has become a key White House ally
Supreme Court ruling has dire consequences for trans people, campaigners warn April 17, 2025
Campaigners say the trans community is now worried that "people are coming after their right to exist" as a result of the ruling.
World Handicap System manipulators are cheats - R&A April 17, 2025
Golf bosses are warning recreational players to avoid cheating on their handicaps.
Judge says Trump officials could be found in contempt. What happens next? April 17, 2025
The Trump administration is headed on a collision course with the judicial branch, a rare and historic scenario.
We will pursue NHS if gender policies don't change, equalities watchdog warns April 17, 2025
It comes after a Supreme Court ruling that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex.

How Americans Are Surveilled During Protests April 17, 2025
Here's what you need to know about surveillance technology and protests—and how you can best protect yourself.
Lauren Goode, Michael Calore, Andrew Couts
‘Pop the Balloon’ Was a Viral Hit for Black Daters. Then Netflix Gentrified It April 17, 2025
Fans of the hit YouTube series are upset over Netflix’s “watered-down” remake, which one of the streamer’s executives calls a “tragedy.”
Jason Parham
Thousands of Urine and Tissue Samples Are in Danger of Rotting After Staff Cuts at a CDC Laboratory April 17, 2025
Workers who recently lost their jobs at the National Institute for Occupational Safety say they’re concerned that there’s no plan for managing biological samples tied to research projects.
Caroline Haskins
Anti-Vaxxers Are Grifting Off the Measles Outbreak—and Claim a Bioweapon Caused It April 17, 2025
Activists affiliated with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are selling a “measles treatment and prevention protocol” for hundreds of dollars, including supplements supposedly formulated by AI.
David Gilbert
13 Best Earplugs (2025): for Concerts, Sleep, and Listening April 17, 2025
Whether you want to sleep through the party or rock out (safely) to your favorite band, these will help block out the noise.
Parker Hall, Tom Wiggins
New Jersey Sues Discord for Allegedly Failing to Protect Children April 17, 2025
The New Jersey attorney general claims Discord's features to keep children under 13 safe from sexual predators and harmful content are inadequate.
Justin Ling
Scientists Find Promising Indication of Extraterrestrial Life—124 Light-Years Away April 17, 2025
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope confirmed that the planet K2-18b has traces of dimethyl sulfide, a potential biosignature of marine microorganisms.
Jorge Garay
9 Best Indoor Security Cameras (2025): For Homes and Apartments April 17, 2025
Cameras can offer peace of mind, but choose carefully before inviting one into your home.
Simon Hill
8 Best Dash Appliances (2025), Tested and Reviewed April 17, 2025
From a mini waffle maker to a rapid egg cooker, these tiny kitchen appliances are easy on the wallet and don’t hog space.
Brenda Stolyar
Best Apple Watch 2025: Buyer’s Guide to the Series 10, SE & More April 17, 2025
Should you splurge for the new Series 10 or stick with the SE? Let us help you figure out which version to get (and which to avoid).
Adrienne So