Trump to fire multiple Kennedy Center board members, name himself chair

President Trump did not say which board members at the Kennedy Center he plans to terminate.

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Lakers rescind trade for Mark Williams due to multiple issues with Hornets big man's physical, per report

The Lakers had traded a package centered around Dalton Knecht and a 2031 first-round pick
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Mbappé fires equaliser as Real and Atlético share spoils in Madrid derby

The match that was billed as a battle of the superheroes ended without a winner, all set up for a sequel instead. Kylian Mbappé and Julián Álvarez had looked out from Madrid’s front pages on the ...
The Guardian - 7h
8 injured, dozens rescued in fire at former electrical plant in Moscow

At least eight people were injured after a fire at a former electrical plant building in Moscow, Russian state media reported
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DOGE rooted into Consumer Financial Protection Bureau as new acting head named

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is an outlet for Americans dealing with issues such as questionable student loan servicing practices or excessive bank overdraft fees.
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Big Tech Keeps Its A.I. Data Center Spending Boom Alive

An apparent breakthrough in efficiency from the Chinese start-up did not make tech’s biggest companies question their extravagant spending on new data centers.
The New York Times - 22h
Trump and Musk Attack Journalists by Name in Social Media Posts

Since his inauguration, the president has been quick to demonize what he calls “the fake news media.” On Friday, both men demanded that individuals be fired.
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Army considering changing name of Fort Liberty back to Fort Bragg

Army officials are considering changing the name of Fort Liberty in North Carolina back to Fort Bragg, according to two people familiar with the conversations.
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Trump to make himself chair of the Kennedy Center, says he'll dismiss board members

President Donald Trump announced his intention to appoint himself chair of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The org says it has 'received no official communications' about ...
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Fire Destroys Ohio Farm Building Holding Thousands of Chickens

The facility in western Ohio was licensed to house about 280,000 young hens raised to lay eggs. The destruction came amid egg shortages linked to an avian influenza outbreak.
The New York Times - 1d
Will Andy Reid haunt himself? Eagles' best chance vs. KC looks familiar

If the Eagles win Sunday, expect their investment in the trenches to haunt the Chiefs — and Reid, whose fingerprints are all over his opponent's roster strategy.
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Hamas Names 3 Hostages to Be Released in Next Cease-Fire Exchange

The Israelis were identified as Eli Sharabi, Or Levy and Ohad Ben-Ami, all of whom were abducted during the 2023 Hamas-led attack. Israel is expected to let dozens of Palestinian prisoners go in ...
The New York Times - 1d
Ruby-red slippers take center stage at Academy Museum exhibit on color in film

In the hit movie “Wicked,” those famous magical shoes are silver
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Former National Labor Relations Board member fired by Trump speaks out

Gwynne Wilcox is suing the president, arguing that he had no legal cause to fire her.
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Philippines Plane Crash Kills U.S. Service Member and 3 Contractors

The plane, which had been contracted by the Pentagon, went down during a routine mission in the southern Philippines, the U.S. military said.
The New York Times - 2d
Ye explains himself again, and this time the answer is autism

Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, says he has been properly diagnosed with autism after what he calls a mistaken diagnosis of bipolar disorder.
Los Angeles Times - 2d
Trump’s Vision for Gaza Shifts Away From a Cease-Fire Deal

President Trump’s grandiose plans for the enclave left out any ideas for advancing the cease-fire talks.
The New York Times - 2d
Southern California Edison Found Irregularities on Equipment Where Eaton Fire Broke Out

Southern California Edison said video evidence had led it to look more broadly at whether its equipment might have been the cause of the deadly blaze.
The New York Times - 2d
Local bookstores, dealt another blow by L.A. fires, become 'community touchstones'

Local bookstores have become tiny beacons of light, drawing Angelenos seeking solace and consolation following the L.A. fires.
Los Angeles Times - 2d
Lakers' trade for Hornets center Mark Williams has been rescinded, team says

The Los Angeles Lakers’ trade to acquire center Mark Williams from Charlotte has been rescinded, the team announced Saturday night
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Pulisic had himself a day for Milan as superb season continues 🤩

Christian Pulisic is continuing to make a major impact for Serie A giants AC Milan. The American attacker came off the bench to win Man of the Match in the Rossoneri's 2-0 win over Empoli on ...
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Trump Says He Will Install Himself as Kennedy Center Chairman

The move by the president, whose authority to make the changes was not clear, is the latest attempt to bring a Washington institution under his control.
The New York Times - 13h
Indiana basketball coaching search 2025: Candidates, hot board, names to watch from Hoosiers insiders

The Peegs.com team just revealed their top candidates to replace Mike Woodson, who will resign at the end of this season
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For Super Bowl broadcasters, game 'boards' are an indispensable booth secret

For Super Bowl play-by-play broadcasters Jim Nantz, Joe Buck, Al Michaels, game cards or "boards" play a vital part in the storytelling process during games.
Yahoo Sports - 17h
Trump fires archivist of the United States

President Trump has fired the nation's top record keeper, Archivist of the United States Colleen J. Shogan.
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Justice Department agrees not to reveal names of FBI agents who worked Jan. 6 cases

In a court filing Friday, the Justice Department agreed not to reveal the names of FBI personnel who took part in the Jan. 6 investigations. This comes as anonymous FBI agents sued to keep their ...
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Trump revokes Biden's security clearance: 'Joe, you're fired'

President Trump said he will be revoking former President Biden’s security clearance and stopping the former commander-in-chief's daily intelligence briefings. “There is no need for Joe Biden to ...
The Hill - 1d
Trump to name himself new Kennedy Center board chair

President Trump said Friday he would end the terms of multiple members of the Kennedy Center board and make himself chair of a new board, putting himself at the helm of the Washington, D.C., ...
The Hill - 1d
Giuliano Simeone makes name for himself and eyes Madrid derby spoils

Son of Atlético manager is enjoying breakthrough season and prepares to face leaders Real Madrid for the first time. When Atlético Madrid scored against Real Madrid in the city derby at the Vicente ...
The Guardian - 1d
British couple named after deaths at French home

Police are investigating after the bodies of Andrew and Dawn Searle were found by a neighbour.
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Pro Football Hall of Fame: Meet the newest members

The newest Hall of Fame class was announced on Thursday evening.
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The Trauma of Losing Your Home in the Eaton Fire

Daniel Ramirez, a Times audio engineer, writes about the trauma of losing everything in the Eaton fire.
The New York Times - 1d
Josh Allen Named N.F.L. Most Valuable Player for First Time in Career

The Bills star is just the second quarterback to win the award without being named a first-team Associated Press All-Pro that season, joining John Elway.
The New York Times - 1d
UK to demolish shell of Grenfell Tower almost eight years after fire that killed 72

The U.K. government has announced plans to dismantle the remains of London’s Grenfell Tower
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Lakers confident they found the 'perfect' center in Mark Williams

Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka feels the combination of All-Star guard Luka Doncic and center Mark Williams will pair well together on the court.
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A Russian spy ship caught fire off Syria, officials say. Here's what it broadcasts

The Associated Press has obtained audio of what military officials say is a broadcast from a Russian spy ship that suffered a fire and drifted uncontrolled off Syria's coast last month
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Penguins Notebook: Crosby Skates, Rakell Gets Work At Center, Dads Trip Begins

While Penguins captain is still being evaluated for an upper-body injury, Pittsburgh shakes up lineup in Thursday's team practice
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OpenAI Is Looking Across the U.S. for Sites to Build Its Trump-Backed Stargate AI Data Centers

OpenAI has begun visiting locations in Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin this week.
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Grenfell Tower, Where Fire Killed 72, Will Be Demolished, Families Say

Survivors and bereaved families’ groups said Britain’s deputy prime minister had told them that the site of the 2017 catastrophe would be dismantled.
The New York Times - 2d
Trump fired this independent labor regulator. Now, she’s suing.

The outcome of the case could determine whether other independent agencies can be insulated from the president’s reach.
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