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MANILA, Philippines AP —Nora Aunor, who became one of the biggest stars of Philippine cinema during a career that spanned seven decades, has died.Aunor died Wednesday, according to social media posts from her children. She was 71. No further details on the cause or place of her death were immediately given.

Nora Aunor, one of Philippine cinema’s biggest stars, dies at 71

Election denier and MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell continues to refuse to pay more than $50,000 in sanctions he has been ordered to pay to voting software company Smartmatic over "frivolous" election claims -- alleging he's left with no money after numerous legal battles."I'm in ruins," a teary Lindell said through a Zoom screen during a motion hearing in the U.S. District Court in Washington on Wednesday, pleading to Judge Carl Nichols to allow him to wait until after the final judgement comes out to make any payment in the case, which he has already lost.

'I'm in ruins,' teary Mike Lindell tells judge in Smartmatic sanctions hearing

The Waitangi Tribunal has had a significant impact on Indigenous rights and policy but as it marks its 50th anniversary its role is being questionedIn the 1980s, New Zealand’s department of Māori affairs set aside money for language groups to spend on projects as they saw fit.

Fifty years on, New Zealand’s tribunal upholding Māori rights faces a turning point

Time100 named Blake Lively a 'Titan' amid her sexual harassment lawsuit against 'It Ends With Us' co-star Justin BaldoniNew Fox Nation special examines the legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin BaldoniFox Nation’s ‘Blake vs. Justin: It Didn’t End With Us’ premieres on Thursday, March 6.

Blake Lively landing on Time100 'Titan' list sparks backlash, called 'an insult'

Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.In today’s edition, we sift through the latest campaign finance reports showing the most vocal Democratic opponents of President Donald Trump experiencing financial windfalls.

Anti-Trump progressives see fundraising boom: From the Politics Desk

The shift to **Social Security digital payments** is here, but are seniors prepared?Understanding this new landscape is essential for safeguarding finances and ensuring timely access to funds.^^Challenges for Seniors with Technology^^Transitioning to **Social Security digital payments** poses daunting challenges for older Americans.

Navigating Social Security Digital Payments: A Guide for Seniors

DALLAS (AP) — The student accused of injuring four in a shooting at a Dallas high school was let into the building through an unsecured door and then walked down a hallway toward a group of students, opening fire on them and then appearing to take a point-blank shot at one, according to an arrest warrant released Wednesday.

Student accused in Dallas school shooting walked toward group in hall and opened fire, injuring 4

Amanda Bynes, 39, announced her decision to join OnlyFans to her Instagram followersFox News Flash top entertainment headlines April 16Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here.Amanda Bynes is stepping into the world of OnlyFans.The former Nickelodeon star, now 39, took to social media and announced that she had officially launched an account on the popular subscription platform — but with clear boundaries in place.

Former Nickelodeon star Amanda Bynes joins OnlyFans

To recommend the best at-home teeth whitening products, I rounded up options that meet expert guidance. I included options with the ADA Seal of Acceptance, those NBC Select staff members have tested, NBC Select Wellness Award Winners and other highly rated treatments.Teeth whitening strips and trays

The best at-home teeth whitening products of 2025

An island-wide blackout has hit Puerto Rico as the largely Catholic residents of the U.S. territory prepared to celebrate the Easter weekendSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico -- An island-wide blackout hit Puerto Rico on Wednesday as the largely Catholic residents of the U.S. territory prepared to celebrate the Easter weekend, a power company spokesman said.

Island-wide blackout hits Puerto Rico as residents prepare for Easter weekend

North Carolina quarterback Ryan Browne and defensive lineman Beau Atkinson are entering the transfer portal, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.Atkinson led the Tar Heels with 7.5 sacks last season and had 54 tackles in two seasons at UNC.With the Tar Heels in pursuit of South Alabama quarterback Gio Lopez, Browne is leaving as well.

QB Ryan Browne among UNC players entering portal, sources say

Findings likely to increase pressure on Israel to give a full account of incident amid accusations of war crimeThe doctor who carried out the autopsies of the 15 paramedics and rescue workers who were killed by Israeli troops in Gaza in March has said they were mostly killed by gunshots to the head and torso, as well as injuries caused by explosives.

Autopsies of rescue workers killed in Gaza show ‘gunshots to head and torso’

CNN —The US Centers and Disease Control and Prevention is considering recommending annual Covid-19 shots to those who are older or who have compromised immune function, rather than the current blanket recommendation for everyone 6 months of age and older.The change would more closely align the US with guidance given in other countries.

CDC considers narrowing its Covid-19 vaccine recommendations

The Trump administration plans to eliminate habitat protections for endangered and threatened species in a move environmentalists say would lead to the extinction of critically endangered species due to logging, mining, development and other activities.At issue is a longstanding definition of “harm” in the Endangered Species Act, which has included altering or destroying the places those species live.

Proposed rule change on endangered species triggers alarm for environmentalists

The festival had been scheduled for late May. Initially, its website announced "it is postponed and will be rescheduled" before the language was updated.Organizers of a Fyre Festival sequel announced on its website Wednesday that the event had been postponed before updating the language to say tickets were "currently not unavailable."

Fyre Festival 2's fate up in the air after website says tickets unavailable

The Washington NFL franchise could be coming back to The DistrictThe possibility of the Commanders moving back to Washington D.C. is becoming more real. No deal is final yet, but the two sides are close to a deal worth more than $3 billion to build a stadium at the RFK Stadium site, according to NBC4 Washington.

Commanders, D.C. close to $3 billion deal for new stadium at RFK site in nation's capital, per report

Is Ukraine's President Zelenskyy hiding a secret fortune? Recent allegations about his alleged luxury homes and private jets raise eyebrows.Rumors surrounding **Zelenskyy wealth allegations** have gained traction, but investigations reveal a starkly different reality. What’s the truth behind the claims?

Zelenskyy's Wealth Allegations: Truth Behind Luxury Homes & Jets

The famed TV and podcast host's upcoming book, 'What Happened to Ellen? An American Miscarriage of Justice,' debuts on April 22In January 2011, Ellen Greenberg was busy planning her wedding to her fiancé, Sam Goldberg.After careful consideration, the Philadelphia-based couple compiled their guest list and sent out save-the-date announcements.

Teacher's Death from 20 Stab Wounds Was Ruled a Suicide. Nancy Grace Says She Knew 'Something Was Very Wrong' (Exclusive)

Diddy has been in prison for months now.Ahead of P. Diddy’s sex-trafficking trial, he remains incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center located in Brooklyn. Various reports have surfaced over the past several months, and they’ve included alleged details about the mogul’s time behind bars.

What It's Like To Spend Time In Jail With Diddy, According To Someone Who Did It

Speed: 0.5xSpeed: 1xSpeed: 1.5xSpeed: 2x🎙️ Voice is AI-generated. Inconsistencies may occur.Millions of Georgians may be eligible for up to $500 direct payments as part of a state tax rebate program signed into law by Republican Governor Brian Kemp this week.Newsweek reached out to Kemp's office for comment via email.

Millions of Americans To Receive $500 Direct Payment: Here's Who

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"No state is poised to lose more than California," Gov. Gavin Newsom said.California is suing President Donald Trump's administration over the tariffs it has imposed on most of the U.S.'s trading partners, Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Wednesday, the first state to do so since Trump announced his sweeping tariffs earlier this month.

California becomes the first state to sue Trump over tariffs

The Trump administration has drafted a memo to Congress outlining its intent to eliminate nearly all federal funding for public media – which includes NPR and PBS – according to a White House official who spoke to NPR on condition of anonymity. In the memo, the administration accused both networks of spreading "radical, woke propaganda, disguised as 'news.'"

NPR CEO Katherine Maher addresses future of federal funding for public media

The White House is digging in on its refusal to bring back a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador, viewing the controversial fight as a political winner that keeps the focus on an issue of strength for President Trump.Democrats and civil rights groups have been in an uproar about the removal of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who the Trump administration acknowledged in a court filing had been sent to a notorious El Salvador prison by mistake.

White House embraces Abrego Garcia fight

George Clooney is sticking by his once-controversial call for former President Joe Biden to exit the 2024 presidential race.The actor reflected on his July New York Times op-ed, in which he argued the Democratic party needed a new nominee.In an interview with CNN's Jake Tapper discussing his Broadway debut in the anti-McCarthyism play "Good Night, and Good Luck" – recreated from his Oscar-nominated film – Clooney, 63, reflected on the "courage" shown by journalist Edward R. Murrow, with Tapper taking the moment to draw comparison.

George Clooney says Democrats were 'not telling the truth' about Biden before op-ed

April 16, 2025 at 7:34 pm EDTThe Golden State Warriors exited their play-in tournament game against the Memphis Grizzlies with a win on Tuesday, but it's hard to imagine either team was happy with the officiating. Especially in the game's final minutes.Various decisions by the refs were a topic of conversation throughout the night, and the NBA confirmed there were issues with its Last 2 Minute report on Wednesday.

NBA play-in tournament: League admits refs blew 4 calls in wild Warriors-Grizzlies ending

WASHINGTON (AP) — Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. warned that children in the U.S. are being diagnosed with autism at an "alarming rate," promising on Wednesday to conduct exhaustive studies to identify any environmental factors that may cause the developmental disorder.His call comes the day after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a report that found an estimated 1 in 31 U.S. children have autism, a marked increase from 2020.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says US autism cases are climbing at an 'alarming rate'

Michelle Trachtenberg was found unresponsive in her Manhattan apartment in February at 39 years oldFox News Flash top entertainment headlines April 16Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here.Michelle Trachtenberg's official cause of death has been revealed as complications from diabetes, authorities confirmed on Wednesday.

'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' star Michelle Trachtenberg's official cause of death revealed

“It’s probably one of the saddest things that I’ve had to witness in this lifetime…” Chris Willson said of cruise ship 'Aurora''s demiseA man from Utah who spent over $1 million restoring a cruise ship he purchased on Craigslist is speaking out about the vessel being demolished

Utah Man Who Bought Cruise Ship on Craigslist Mourns Its 'Horrible Death' After Spending 15 Years — and $1M — Trying to Restore It

The fight over the location of the U.S. Space Command headquarters chugs on after a new report from the Pentagon’s watchdog revealed uncertainty behind the scenes in choosing the permanent spot and several major questions left unanswered.In a heavily redacted 54-page report, released Tuesday by the Defense Department’s Office of Inspector General (IG), investigators found a break between then-Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall and then-Spacecom Commander Army Gen. James Dickinson over whether the headquarters should stay at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colo., or be moved to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Ala.