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High winds and sandstorms prompt Beijing to cancel hundreds of flights, close parks
High winds and the threat of sandstorms have prompted China's capital Beijing to cancel hundreds of flights and close public parks to avoid injuriesABC News - 22h -
Trump authorizes military to take control of public land along southern border
President Trump justified the use of the military by saying the United States is "under attack from a variety of threats."CBS News - 9h -
Trump says 5 more law firms will provide $600 million total in free legal work for causes he supports
Trump said all five firms also agreed not to "engage in illegal DEI discrimination and preferences" and commit to "Merit-Based Hiring" as part of the deals.CNBC - 1d -
Rick Levine, Who Gave Commercials Cinematic Flair, Dies at 94
An award-winning director, he created ads for brands like Diet Pepsi (starring Michael J. Fox) by bringing a Hollywood sensibility to the small screen.The New York Times - 16h -
Plane crash kills at least 1 person in upstate New York, authorities say
It was unclear as of Saturday what had caused the plane that was carrying six people to crash near Copake, N.Y.CBS News - 3h -
After decades of pushing, stunts will get their own Oscar
The Oscars will finally honor stunt performers with a new award for achievement in stunt design, debuting at the 100th Academy Awards in 2028.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Sandstorms, high winds prompt Beijing to cancel hundreds of flights
Homes were damaged, cars were crushed and trees fell after windy weather and sandstorms in Beijing on Saturday, prompting flight cancellations.CBS News - 18h -
Pauline Ferrand-Prévôt overcomes illness and crash to win Paris-Roubaix
Ferrand-Prévôt is first French winner of women’s race ‘It could be my best win ever,’ says Olympic gold medallist France’s Pauline Ferrand-Prévôt overcame sickness and a crash to win the ...The Guardian - 12h -
Day: McIlroy worthy of Tiger and Jack if he wins Masters
Rory McIlroy will be worthy of consideration equal to iconic golfers Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus should he win the Masters to complete a career Grand Slam, says rival Jason Day.McIlroy can win ...Yahoo Sports - 5h -
China to reduce the number of Hollywood films allowed amid trade war
China's film arm said Thursday it would "moderately reduce the number of American films imported" into the country. The country was once a vital market for U.S. blockbusters.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Jaime King says 'system is really unfair' after ex-husband Kyle Newman wins primary custody
Jaime King says she 'will do everything in my power to change this system,' nearly a month after ex-husband Kyle Newman won primary custody of their two kids.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Cannes Film Festival sets lineup with Ari Aster, Richard Linklater and Wes Anderson
New films from Wes Anderson, Ari Aster, and Richard Linklater will compete for the Palme d’Or at the 78th Cannes Film FestivalABC News - 2d -
Greenland documentary forces Danes to confront their colonial heritage
As Donald Trump threatens to take over the territory, film claims its cryolite mine was plundered by Denmark. For two weeks in Denmark the subject of the documentary was “bigger than Trump”, says ...The Guardian - 3h -
A bomb strikes near the Athens offices of the Greek railway company. No injuries reported
A bomb planted near the offices of Hellenic Train, Greece’s main railway company, has exploded in a busy district of central Athens, authorities say, causing limited damage but no injuriesABC News - 1d -
Stunt Design Becomes a New Oscars Award Category
Movies that are released in 2027 will be the first ones eligible for the new category honoring the people who make some of the most audience-pleasing moments.The New York Times - 2d -
Experts Doubt Kennedy’s Timetable for Finding the Cause of Autism
The nation’s health secretary announced that he planned to invite scientists to provide answers by September, but specialists consider that target date unrealistic.The New York Times - 1d -
Mitchell hails ‘ruthless’ England’s second-half display in Ireland win
England score six tries after break in 49-5 victory ‘The girls are really good at resolving issues’ John Mitchell says his side “put themselves through the washing machine” in a difficult first ...The Guardian - 10h -
Mourinho says former player made claim that should embarrass current Chelsea team
Chelsea’s legendary title winning 2004-2005 season is now 20 years old, making a perfect moment for something like Matt Law’s piece for the Daily Telegraph which is comprised of three exclusive in...Yahoo Sports - 47m -
Judge rules Mahmoud Khalil can be deported for campus protests
Columbia University graduate student at centre of Trump case over pro-Palestinian activism is expected to appealFinancial Times - 1d -
The Last of Us: Bella Ramsey talks season 2, autism, and growing up on screen
The actor speaks about growing up in the spotlight and embracing her autism diagnosis.BBC News - 6h -
How Tariffs Could Cause Car Insurance Costs to Rise
New tariffs are expected to push up prices of vehicles and car parts, and that could raise premiums as much as 16 percent. Here are some tips on how to try to keep costs down.The New York Times - 1d -
Oscar Piastri powers to Bahrain F1 GP pole but Norris and Verstappen flounder
Lando Norris to start sixth as McLaren teammate takes P1 Russell and Antonelli drop a place for Mercedes mistake The expectations that McLaren would be strong for the Bahrain Grand Prix were ...The Guardian - 12h -
WATCH: Drone films foggy sunrise over San Francisco Bay
An ethereal foggy sunrise over San Francisco Bay was captured on video, showcasing wavy clouds of the fog and the sunrise's golden glow.ABC News - 15h -
Trump’s Tariff Fight With China Poses New Threat to US Farmers
Soybean producers warn that farms could go under as the Trump administration hits China with new tariffs of 145 percent.The New York Times - 2d -
Nintendo Switch Game Console Release Is Whipsawed by Tariff Threats
The company moved most of its manufacturing to Vietnam from China to avoid tariffs. But the unpredictability of President Trump’s plans has thrown Nintendo for a loop.The New York Times - 2d -
Mexico to send water to Texas farmers as US treaty threat grows
Mexico’s failure to keep up 81-year-old water-sharing treaty has sparked a diplomatic spat with the US. Mexico will make an immediate water delivery to Texas farmers to help make up its ...The Guardian - 1d -
Putin’s war chest under threat as oil prices slide
Donald Trump’s tariff war adds pressure to Russian economyFinancial Times - 1d -
US dollar’s haven status under threat, fund managers warn
Erratic policymaking and rising trade barriers are jeopardising confidence in the currencyFinancial Times - 1d -
Harvard Professors Sue Trump Administration Over Threat to Federal Funds
The administration is reviewing about $9 billion in federal funding that the university receives.The New York Times - 11h -
Harvard faculty sue Trump administration over funding cuts threat
Harvard University faculty sued the Trump administration on Friday over a federal assessment of the school's spending amid allegations of their “failure” to protect students from antisemitism. The ...The Hill - 4h -
Trump Tariffs Add to Apple’s Long-Standing Innovation Woes
Even before the threat of President Trump’s tariffs, there were questions about the company’s inability to make good on new ideas.The New York Times - 1d -
Gazans Face an Excruciating Choice as Israel Orders Them to Evacuate
A new declaration targeted eastern Gaza City, including several areas that had been declared evacuation zones. The United Nations said 390,000 people had been displaced in recent weeks.The New York Times - 1d -
Beijing Tells City Residents to Stay Home as Strong Winds Hit China
Beijing residents were told to stay home, tourist sites were closed and thousands of flights were canceled across the country.The New York Times - 11h -
GA high school choir wins their division in international competition held in Spain
A Georgia high school chorus is celebrating winning their division in an international choir competition.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Western Michigan dominates Boston U, wins NCAA men's hockey title
Western Michigan dominates Boston U, wins NCAA men's hockey titleYahoo Sports - 4h -
Trump says he’s in ‘very good shape’ after his annual physical
President Donald Trump had his annual physical on Friday where he says he took several different tests, including a cognitive test and a number of heart tests. He says he expects the results to be ...NBC News - 19h -
Queen Camilla says King's work 'keeps him going'
She says her husband, who has been receiving cancer treatment for over a year, wants to do "more and more".BBC News - 10h -
Dominant Pimblett stops Chandler for biggest UFC win
Paddy Pimblett earns the biggest win of his career as he secures a third-round stoppage against Michael Chandler at UFC 314 in Miami.BBC News - 54m -
Volkanovski wins vacant title in slugfest with Lopes
Alexander Volkanovski proved he's still a force, outslugging Diego Lopes to win the vacant featherweight title Saturday night at UFC 314.ESPN - 1h
