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Meet the federal worker who went rogue: ‘I hope that it lights a fire under people’

To billionaire Elon Musk and his cost-cutting team at the Department of Government Efficiency, Karen Ortiz may just be one of many faceless bureaucrats

ABC News - 4d

Remains of woman murdered by serial killer found at landfill

Morgan Harris was one of the Indigenous women slain by Jeremy Skibicki, who is serving multiple life sentences after being convicted of four murders last year.

CBS News - 4d

Source: Falcons cut longtime fan favorite Jarrett

In a somewhat surprising move, the Atlanta Falcons are moving on from defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, one of their franchise players over the last decade.

ESPN - 3d

Report: DT Khyiris Tonga heading to Patriots on 1-year, $2.7 million deal

The 28-year-old defensive tackle is reportedly signing a one-year, $2.7 million deal with the New England Patriots, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Texas man accused of violent assault on American Airlines flight to D.C.

The FBI arrested a Texas man, Asterius Rulamka, for allegedly beating one passenger, attempting to strike another, injuring a second passenger and vulgarly berating a flight attendant.

CBS News - 3d

For Patients Needing Transplants, Hope Arrives on Tiny Hooves

Some scientists are confident that organs from genetically modified pigs will one day be routinely transplanted into humans. But substantial ethical questions remain.

The New York Times - 3d

Trump administration halts funding for two cybersecurity efforts

The Trump administration has cut millions of dollars in federal funding from two cybersecurity initiatives, including one dedicated to helping state and local election officials

ABC News - 3d

Panthers signing ex-Raiders S Tre'von Moehrig to $51M deal

Moehrig, 25, was a four-year starter with the Raiders since they selected him in the second round of the 2021 draft and one of the top safeties available in free agency.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Moscow and region hit by 'massive' drone attack - Russian officials

At least one person is killed in the overnight attack Russian officials say - coming hours ahead of key talks between the US and Ukraine in Riyadh.

BBC News - 3d

DE Reddick reaches deal with Bucs, sources say

Defensive end Haason Reddick has agreed to terms on a one-year deal for $14 million, including $12 million guaranteed, with the Buccaneers.

ESPN - 3d

The clock is ticking on the TikTok ban — will the US champion freedom or protectionism?

Lucrative as it is for Big Tech, the U.S. must fight the urge of using its enemies’ tactics: Defending democracy is the one thing that banning TikTok will not do.

The Hill - 3d

Sources: Ex-Jets, Broncos QB Wilson to Dolphins

Free agent quarterback Zach Wilson reached agreement with the Dolphins on a one-year, $6 million, fully guaranteed deal that could grow to $10 million.

ESPN - 2d

Tanker and tram collide at crossing in Germany, killing 1 person

One person has been killed and several injured when a tanker collided with a tram at a crossing in southwestern Germany and both vehicles caught fire

ABC News - 2d

DOJ pardon attorney says she was removed after dispute over Mel Gibson's gun rights

A top official at the DOJ was fired one day after refusing to recommend that Mel Gibson's access to firearms be restored, according to a statement provided to ABC News.

ABC News - 2d

Stanley R. Jaffe, 84, Oscar-Winning Producer and Hollywood Power, Dies

His “Kramer vs. Kramer” won for best picture in 1980, one of many high points in a career that saw him in top jobs, twice, at Paramount.

The New York Times - 2d

Trump Poses With a Tesla, a Move Aimed Solely at Helping Musk

President Trump has spent years bashing electric vehicles. But with Elon Musk by his side, he said he would buy a bright red one.

The New York Times - 2d

Jones joins Colts, to battle Richardson for QB job

Free agent quarterback Daniel Jones is finalizing a one-year, $14 million contract with the Colts, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN - 2d

FirstFT: EU retaliates to US tariffs on steel and aluminium imports

Also in today’s newsletter, Ukraine agrees immediate 30-day ceasefire and Palantir boss becomes one of highest paid tech bosses

Financial Times - 2d

In the slender and lovely 'The Actor,' an amnesiac clings to his identity

'Anomalisa' co-director Duke Johnson returns with another surreal romance about a lost soul, this one starring André Holland, Gemma Chan and Toby Jones.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

Sources: Ravens adding Hopkins on 1-year deal

DeAndre Hopkins has reached a one-year, $5 million deal that could be worth as much as $6 million with the Ravens, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN - 1d

Gavin Newsom’s Podcast Hosts Steve Bannon, Covering Musk, Trump and Taxes

The California governor hosted one of the architects of President Trump’s political movement on his new podcast, and their friendly sparring revealed a few points of agreement.

The New York Times - 1d

For busy actor Brian Tyree Henry, a change between projects seems to be as good as a rest

Since breaking out as rapper Paper Boi in the FX series “Atlanta,” Brian Tyree Henry's become one of the busiest actors in Hollywood

ABC News - 1d

Accused drug trafficker wanted in U.S. is captured in Mexico

One of Guatemala's most wanted drug traffickers, Aler Baldomero Samayoa Recinos, was captured in Mexico and awaits extradition to the U.S., officials said.

CBS News - 1d

NHL playoff projections: Canucks or Flames for the final Western Conference wild card?

The two Pacific Division clubs vying for one spot face off Wednesday night in Alberta. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery outlook, more.

ESPN - 1d

Sources: Steelers add Gainwell after Harris' exit

Former Eagles running back Kenneth Gainwell has agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the Steelers, league sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN - 1d

Ex-Eagles CB Slay joins Steelers on 1-year deal

Darius Slay Jr. has agreed to a one-year, fully guaranteed $10 million deal with the Steelers, the veteran CB's agents told ESPN.

ESPN - 1d

Kartal's memorable Indian Wells run ended by Sabalenka

British lucky loser Sonay Kartal sees her memorable Indian Wells run ended emphatically by world number one Aryna Sabalenka.

BBC News - 1d

Kartal's memorable Indian Wells run ended by Sabalenka

British lucky loser Sonay Kartal sees her memorable Indian Wells run ended emphatically by world number one Aryna Sabalenka.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Draper reaches maiden Indian Wells quarter-final

Britain's Jack Draper reaches the Indian Wells quarter-finals by beating world number four Taylor Fritz in one of the best performances of his career.

BBC News - 1d

2025 NFL free agency buzz: Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks shelved for all of 2025?

The Panthers are signing running back Rico Dowdle to a one-year deal, strongly pointing to a plan that appears to be leaning into sitting Brooks for the entirety of the 2025 season.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

SpaceX Scrubs Launch of Crew-10 Astronauts for NASA to the I.S.S.

An issue with a ground system that supports the Falcon 9 rocket led to a postponement of at least one day of the latest rotation of space station crews.

The New York Times - 1d

The inevitability of Real Madrid breaking Atleti hearts in the UCL

Real Madrid and Atlético couldn't be separated over two legs but, when Wednesday's match went to penalties, there was only ever going to be one outcome.

ESPN - 1d

WR Williams returning to Chargers on 1-year deal

Mike Williams and the Chargers agreed to a one-year deal worth up to $6 million, a source told ESPN's Kris Rhim, confirming a Fox Sports report.

ESPN - 1d

Every way to bet on Alex Ovechkin's goals record chase

Alex Ovechkin is one of the hottest NHL bets, here are the special markets bettors can bet on as he closes in on the goals scored record.

ESPN - 22h

5 reasons why the 'boring' Detroit Pistons are worthy of your attention (and Shaq's too)

Here are five things worth knowing about the 2024-25 Detroit Pistons, who’ve been one of the best stories in the NBA all season long.

Yahoo Sports - 18h

LB Elandon Roberts' words on NFL longevity will have Raiders fans very excited to have him

Raiders fans are absoultely going to love new MLB Elandon Roberts. One answer he gave in particular perfectly illustrates why.

Yahoo Sports - 17h

Nets' Cam Thomas is 'all over the place' as he heads into free-agency

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas will be a restricted free-agent after this season, but no one seems to know what his exact market value will be.

Yahoo Sports - 17h

Cowboys gain almost $9 million in cap space Wednesday because they were so bad in 2024

Well, there's a silver lining to almost everything if one looks hard enough. The Cowboys just got extra 2025 cap space for being so bad in 2024.

Yahoo Sports - 16h

Edge rusher Jacob Martin agrees to terms with Commanders

Free agent edge rusher Jacob Martin is signing with the Commanders on a one-year deal with a max value of $3 million, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports.

Yahoo Sports - 13h

Sports columnist, author Feinstein dies at age 69

John Feinstein, whose career as a columnist and bestselling author of sports books made him one of the most notable sportswriters of his time, died Thursday.

ESPN - 11h

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