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Sierra Leone declared an emergency over a powerful synthetic drug but women were left behind
A year ago, Sierra Leone's government declared a public health emergency over the cheap synthetic drug called kushABC News - 2d -
U.K. Labour Lawmaker Suspended From Party After Arrest
Dan Norris, a lawmaker who won a seat in Parliament last year, was swiftly suspended from Britain’s governing party.The New York Times - 2d -
US closes in on critical minerals deal with DR Congo
Trump’s Africa adviser agrees ‘path forward’ to drive American mining investment as Tshisekedi government seeks to shore up supportFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump admin argues judge can't order return of mistakenly deported man
Government lawyers say a federal judge has no control over Kilmar Abrego Garcia and no authority to arrange for his return.CBS News - 1d -
4/2: CBS Evening News Plus
These countries are getting slapped with reciprocal tariffs from the U.S.; Reporter's Notebook: How a government contract became a political weaponCBS News - 1d -
How X Is Benefiting as Musk Advises Trump
The social media platform has experienced a return in advertisers and new exposure as an official source of government news.The New York Times - 22h -
Disability groups 'stepping back' over benefit cuts
A number of disability-led organisations say they are considering “stepping back” from engaging with the government over benefit cutsBBC News - 15h -
Dutch cannabis growers welcome expansion of state-run experiment to make sales legal
The Dutch government is allowing 80 “coffeeshops” in 10 towns and cities to only sell legally grown cannabis from licensed producersABC News - 15h -
Trump Administration Aims to Spend $45 Billion to Expand Immigrant Detention
A request for proposals for new detention facilities and other services would allow the government to expedite the contracting process and rapidly expand detention.The New York Times - 12h -
Why Earthquake Relief Is Slow to Reach Myanmar
Critics say the country’s often-incompetent military government has delayed and restricted the arrival and distribution of crucial aid.The New York Times - 13h -
Nearly half of English councils cut family support spending last year, data show
Figures underscore challenge government faces in meeting its child developmental targets before end of this parliamentFinancial Times - 3h -
Astros RHP Arrighetti breaks thumb when he is hit by a line drive while playing catch pregame
Houston right-hander Spencer Arrighetti broke his right thumb when he was hit by a line drive while playing catch in left field before Monday night's game at Seattle. Astros manager Joe Espada ...Yahoo Sports - 6h -
India Passes Contentious Bill Increasing Oversight of Muslim Land Trusts
The legislation passed by Parliament on Friday would allow non-Muslims to help administer so-called Waqfs. The move fueled concerns that the rights of Muslims are being infringed on.The New York Times - 3d -
How Nissan Hopes to Navigate Trump’s Tariffs and Make Its EVs Great Again
After years of managerial turmoil and a failed merger with Honda, Nissan is attempting to right the ship. President Donald Trump's tariffs couldn't have come at a worse time.Wired - 1d -
Defiant, Le Pen Tells Supporters ‘I Won’t Give Up’ Despite 5-Year Ban
In a speech, Marine Le Pen, the French far-right leader, cast a judicial decision prohibiting her from running for office as a threat to democracy.The New York Times - 1d -
Cowboys may earmark draft pick for RB to avoid repeat of last season
Despite having a major need at RB last draft cycle the Dallas Cowboys never found the right time to draft one - a situation they want to avoid in 2025Yahoo Sports - 18h -
Supreme Court rejects challenge to New York gun law
The Supreme Court on Monday turned away a challenge to recently enacted gun restrictions in New York, sidestepping a new case on the right to bear arms.NBC News - 17h -
Wild NBA Playoff Picture, NCAA Title Game Recap and Latest Draft Buzz with Jason Timpf | Kevin O'Connor Show
KOC is joined by Jason Timpf on this episode, which recorded right after the Men's National Championship Game between Florida and Houston went final.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Trump’s Trade War Escalates as China Retaliates With 34% Tariffs
The Chinese government said it would match President Trump’s tariff, and also barred a group of American companies from doing business in China.The New York Times - 3d -
DOGE arrives at Peace Corps, is set to gain access to internal systems: Sources
Members of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency arrived at the Peace Corps headquarters on Friday to begin a review of their internal systems, sources said.ABC News - 3d -
DOGE Cuts Just Hit the SBA. Enter the ‘Deferred Resignation’ Offers
Amid DOGE cuts, the SBA has reportedly reopened the ‘Fork in the Road’ option that was first floated to most government workers in late January.Inc. - 2d -
Stay in LA campaign holds rally to encourage local film production
A grassroots organization holds a rally to bring attention to the struggling entertainment industry and asks state and local government officials to join forces to boost local production.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Apple's encryption row with UK should not be secret, court rules
The UK government sought to keep details of its row with Apple over requested access to its encrypted cloud storage tool private.BBC News - 17h -
UK loses bid to keep Apple appeal against demand for iPhone 'backdoor' a secret
Apple has triumphed over an effort from the U.K. government to keep secret details of its appeal against an order to create a "backdoor" to iPhone users' data.CNBC - 16h -
The US and Syria: Between strategic success and unfinished business
The United States must adopt a balanced approach to Syria, engaging with the transitional government while maintaining diplomatic relations with other countries to establish lasting stability in ...The Hill - 12h -
Transgender Woman Arrested After Using Bathroom at Florida State Capitol
Marcy Rheintgen said she was held in jail overnight after she deliberately challenged a state law by entering a women’s bathroom in the government building.The New York Times - 12h -
Supreme Court delays midnight deadline for Trump admin to fix mistaken deportation
Chief Justice John Roberts has issued a temporary administrative stay -- putting off a deadline for the government to return a mistakenly deported man to the U.S.ABC News - 9h -
Global Leaders Rush to Woo Trump, Hoping to Sway Him on Tariffs
Dozens of foreign governments were trying to appeal to the president to have steep tariffs rolled back, but the president and his advisers have indicated negotiations could be difficult.The New York Times - 8h -
Exclusive: Inside the limestone mine used to process federal retirements
The Office of Personnel Management handles retirement paperwork for the entire federal government out of an old limestone mine in Pennsylvania. The process is set to be overhauled by Elon Musk’s ...NBC News - 8h -
King and Queen release new photos of wedding anniversary in Italy
Lord Llewellyn, Britain's ambassador to Italy, said the trip "comes at a key moment" as the UK government tries to reset EU relations after Brexit.BBC News - 3h -
Prince Harry’s Court Case Over Security in the U.K., Explained
A two-day hearing is set to begin on Tuesday in London’s Court of Appeal, as Harry challenges the government over his security protection in Britain.The New York Times - 3h -
South Korea will hold election on June 3 to succeed ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol
South Korea's government says the country will hold a snap presidential election June 3 to succeed recently ousted President Yoon Suk YeolABC News - 1h -
Argentina's Milei doubles down on Trump bromance as the world reels from trade shock
While the world’s leaders were wringing their hands over President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs on U.S. imports, Argentina’s right-wing president was ebullient, feted at Trump’s ...ABC News - 2d -
Thousands of Ukrainian civilians are still held by Russia with uncertain hope of release
In its 3-year-old war, Russia has detained what human rights activists say are thousands of Ukrainian civilians and has charged them with various crimesABC News - 2d -
Americans who want to retire now ‘don’t look at the day-to-day fluctuations,’ Sec. Bessent says
Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent on Meet the Press responds to Americans who have seen their 401(k)s hit by President Trump’s tariffs and stock market uncertainty, claiming those who want to retire ...NBC News - 1d -
Le Pen vows to fight ‘political’ ruling, as France’s main parties stage rival rallies
Far-right leader tells supporters she is victim of ‘witch-hunt’, while radical left says RN’s mask has slipped. • What is Marine Le Pen guilty of in National Rally embezzlement case? . The French ...The Guardian - 1d -
Le Pen supporters rally in Paris, turning a protest into a populist show of force
Far-right French politician Marine Le Pen, who was convicted last week of embezzling public funds and banned from running for office, stood unshaken before a sea of French flags in Paris on SundayABC News - 1d -
Michael Malone says Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray 'hopefully' back for the playoffs
Jamal Murray missed his fifth consecutive game for the Denver Nuggets on Sunday with a strained right hamstring and coach Michael Malone said “hopefully” his star point guard will be back for the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
RSL Derby Week Reviewed: The Big Takeaways
Derby Week has delivered once again in the Roshn Saudi League, with a thrilling weekend of drama unspooling right across the country. From Cristiano Ronaldo’s brace to Karim Benzema’s last-gasp eq...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action
United and City play out a deeply forgettable Manchester derby and Unai Emery gets his Aston Villa team right. Premier League top scorers: the latest standings This was a deeply forgettable ...The Guardian - 1d