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Joshua McElwee  | ReutersROME - Pope Francis was taken to a hospital on Friday with bronchitis and he will skip several planned public events over the next three days, the Vatican said, after the 88-year-old pontiff was seen struggling to speak during one of his meetings in the morning."Pope Francis was admitted to the Policlinico Agostino Gemelli for some necessary diagnostic tests and to continue his treatment for bronchitis, which is still ongoing, in a hospital environment," the Vatican said in a statement.

Pope Francis taken to hospital for bronchitis after struggling to speak

Chhun Bora of the Cambodian Self Help Demining group, has more than three decades of demining experience. Anton L. DelgadoSIEM REAP, Cambodia — The detonation rattled the surrounding forest.Kitted out in neon-orange, U.S.-funded personal protective equipment, Chhun Bora, who has more than three decades of demining experience, let the dust settle before checking what was left of the landmine.

Cambodian mine-clearing program reels after Trump’s USAID funding suspension

DOGE faces court challenges over Treasury Department data accessFox News national correspondent Bryan Llenas has the latest on 19 states suing to stop DOGE from accessing certain information on ‘America Reports.’A federal judge on Friday indefinitely delayed a final ruling on the Labor Department's request to block Elon Musk's government efficiency team from accessing internal system data, telling both parties only that "you will hear from me," while declining to promise an exact time or date.

Federal judge delays unions' request to block DOGE access to agency information

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is taking a blowtorch to the rules that have governed world trade for decades. The “reciprocal’’ tariffs that he announced Thursday are likely to create chaos for global businesses and conflict with America’s allies and adversaries alike.

Trump’s reciprocal tariffs will overturn decades of trade policy

Discover how you can create exquisite wines at home with an array of wine-making starter kits. These kits cater to all skill levels, ensuring everyone from novices to seasoned enthusiasts can find the perfect match. By investing in a high-quality starter kit, you can tap into a rewarding hobby that not only saves you money over time but also allows you to craft impressive beverages right in your kitchen.

Unlock Your Wine-Making Potential with Affordable Starter Kits

Richard Tabler did not share final words before he was executed by lethal injection in Texas on Thursday.Why It MattersThe death penalty is a legal form of criminal punishment in 27 states. Governors in California, Pennsylvania, Oregon and Ohio have currently placed executions on hold.

Richard Tabler Final Words Before Texas Execution

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee must 'quarantine for 24 hours to rest,' his manager told Fox News DigitalEagles guitarist Don Felder on the ‘70s rock-n-roll party scene, writing ’Hotel California' and working with Glenn FreyEagles lead guitarist says that he doesn't have any regrets about how he handled his fame.

Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder abruptly rushed offstage after suffering medical emergency

Scoring improved on Friday, and some of the world's best took advantage by making movesPlayers were treated with beautiful conditions Friday at the 2025 Genesis Invitational. Following a mean day of wet and rainy weather that produced only 13-under par rounds, competitors took advantage of ideal scoring at Torrey Pines Golf Club with few doing better than the No.

2025 Genesis Invitational leaderboard: Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy chasing Davis Thompson at Torrey Pines

Also: Poor target | Too much government | Keep independence | Wrecking ball | Lamar’s mirror. Mercury News reader letters to the editor for Feb. 16, 2025.Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.NIH funding cut could

Letters: Cutting NIH funding could kill medical research

Diving enthusiasts know the right dive watch is more than a fashion statement; it’s an essential tool for underwater adventures.For those daring to explore the ocean’s depths, a reliable dive watch is non-negotiable. With a minimum water resistance rating of 100 meters, these timepieces ensure safety underwater. However, many seasoned divers recommend opting for ratings between 200-500 meters. This additional margin not only protects against water pressure but also provides peace of mind when plunging

Unlock Adventure: Essential Features of the Perfect Dive Watch

CNN —Scott Foley is well aware that people are buying homes in Italy to renovate them, and he’d liked to help.“Scott really is out here trying to get anybody to get a home so he can renovate it,” Maia Reficco, who shares the screen with Foley in the new Netflix film “La Dolce Vita,” told CNN.

Scott Foley’s ‘La Dolce Villa’ has him ready to help you fix up a house in Italy

It was later determined that Emily's boyfriend and sister injected her with 10 to 15 bags of heroin and fentanylInitially, police thought Emily Cruddas had tragically taken her own life through a drug overdosePolice discovered that a 21-year-old's sister and boyfriend pumped her with a lethal amount of heroin and fentanyl after initially thinking the victim had taken her own life. New Jersey police believed that Emily Cruddas had tragically taken her own life through a drug overdose in 2023. However, after

New Jersey woman killed sister by injecting her with 15 bags of heroin and Fentanyl after plotting with sibling's boyfriend, say police

Amid rising federal spending concerns, Trump's proposed Social Security reforms could drastically alter retirement for millions. Understanding the implications is crucial for current and future beneficiaries.**Understanding the Proposed Changes**Proposals to amend Social Security focus on reducing federal expenditures. This approach aims to reshape a system vital for the financial security of many Americans.

Trump's Social Security Reforms: What It Means for Your Retirement Funds

My lawyer says I’m in the clear, so why won’t they leave me alone?Photo illustration by Slate. Photo by Alexander Pytskiy/Getty Images Plus. Care and Feeding is Slate’s parenting advice column. Have a question for Care and Feeding? Submit it here.Dear Care and Feeding, Despite not having children of my own, I have set off a neighborhood parental civil war. I bought a house bordering a wooded area in a fairly developed neighborhood. It includes a small pond. Come winter, I shoveled the pond off, bought

I Have Set Off a Parental Civil War in My Neighborhood. And I Don’t Even Have Kids!

London CNN —It felt like a speech, if delivered on X.com, laden surely with community notes.US Vice President JD Vance, taking the stage in Munich, to eviscerate totalitarianism in Europe. But not in Moscow, especially after its savage invasion of Ukraine.

Vance uses half-truths to lecture a European audience well aware of the threat of authoritarian rule

After numerous attacks, multiple people ran to a Protestant church in Kasanga, where the deceased were found. According to reports, the ADF rebels held them as hostagesOver 70 missing people were found with missing heads Friday in Central Africa.According to an association source, more than 70 individuals who had been missing since Wednesday were discovered on Friday, decapitated with machetes, in the hamlet of Maiba, in the Lubero area of North Kivu province, in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Horror in Congo as over 70 missing people found decapitated in church massacre

A 23-year-old woman has revealed how a common act landed her in the emergency room, labeling it “traumatizing.”Gabi Amoils said she’s always been a nail picker. But earlier this year, after picking at one of her nails, within two days the finger started feeling “pretty bad and so sore.”

I’m Gen Z — here’s how a common habit landed me in the emergency room

More than one-third of Canadians support a proposal to allow three U.S. states—California, Oregon and Washington—to join Canada, according to a new poll.Newsweek reached out to Canadian politician Elizabeth May, who suggested the proposal, for comment via the Green Party's press email.Why It Matters

More Than One-Third of Canadians Support Annexing These 3 States: Poll

‘I guess another one bites the dust’drtaniaelliott/InstagramAS Foodstudio/ShutterStock(Licensed)It’s a convenient and, some would say, delicious meal. But is grocery store rotisserie chicken safe? One physician says it’s the one thing at the supermarket she would never buy.

‘I was just reading about Carrageenan cause’: Doctor says rotisserie chickens are the one thing she’d never buy at the grocery store. Here’s what you should know

In the realm of air travel, the role of flight attendants extends far beyond serving beverages and ensuring passengers’ comfort. They are trained professionals responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone on board. One seemingly peculiar practice stands out among the many procedures and protocols they adhere to—the bracing position adopted by the cabin crew during takeoff and landing.

Flight Attendant Reveals Surprising Reason Why Cabin Crew Sits On Their Hands During Take Off and Landing

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Federal prosecutors in Manhattan filed a motion Friday to dismiss New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ corruption case, caving to pressure from the Justice Department to drop criminal charges against the mayor.In a memo to federal prosecutors on Feb. 10, acting U.S. Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove asked for Adams’ case to be dismissed without prejudice, arguing that the indictment in September is too close to the upcoming New York City mayoral primary in June.

Federal prosecutors in New York officially move to dismiss Mayor Eric Adams’ criminal case

Two people were killed in a multi-vehicle crash inside a southwest Wyoming highway tunnel Friday, the state Department of Transportation said.Authorities shut down traffic in both directions along Interstate 80 in Green River after the pileup. The major, coast-to-coast roadway runs from San Francisco to Teaneck, New Jersey.

2 dead in Wyoming highway tunnel pileup that closed major east-west interstate

FILE - People protest during a rally outside the Treasury Department in Washington, Feb. 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)ASSOCIATED PRESS/Jose Luis MaganaNEW YORK (AP) — Workers all over the country responded with anger and confusion Friday as they grappled with the Trump administration ‘s aggressive effort to shrink the size of the federal workforce by ordering agencies to lay off probationary employees who have yet to qualify for civil service protections.While much of the administration’s

Anger, chaos and confusion take hold as federal workers face mass layoffs

18-year-old Trinity Shockley is facing conspiracy to commit murder and intimidation chargesJoin Fox News for access to this contentPlus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge.By entering your email and pushing continue, you are agreeing to Fox News' Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive.

Transgender Indiana student planned 'Parkland part two' high school shooting: Docs

The fans' connection to the Eagles is special, and the feeling when they win it all (twice now) is indescribable.The sun hadn't even fully risen, and already, Eagles fans were flocking to Broad Street and the Ben Franklin Parkway, taking up their spots fully prepared to stay there and endure the cold for hours.

The Eagles, the Super Bowl wins, the parades, they just matter more to Philly

State health officials declared a measles outbreak in southeast New Mexico on Friday after two adults tested positive for the viral illness — the third confirmed case this week.The two adults live in Lea County, where an unvaccinated teenager tested positive on Tuesday, the New Mexico Department of Health reported Friday.

Health officials declare measles outbreak in Lea County

Barkley spent six seasons with the Giants, playing in just two playoff gamesEagles star Saquon Barkley talks journey to win Super Bowl, next season's goalsPhiladelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley discusses his journey to becoming a Super Bowl champion and what's next.Philadelphia officials estimated more than 1 million people would gather for the Eagles' Super Bowl victory parade. On Friday, a sea of fans wearing Eagles green lined Philly's Broad Street to take in the festivities.The Eagles' defense

Saquon Barkley left speechless after first Super Bowl title: 'You can't use words'

Quick LinksWhen it comes to minivans, we have to thank , along with Chrysler as a whole, for popularizing them back in the mid 1980s. Before the introduction of the Dodge Caravan and Plymouth Voyager, most American families carted themselves around in gigantic, gas-guzzling station wagons.

Dodge Once Tried To Mate A Minivan With A Pickup Truck

One week into the Trump administration, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem issued a directive that the Federal Emergency Management Agency should stop sending money to non-governmental organizations that she characterized as helping “illegal aliens.”But the memo didn’t address money that flowed to state and local governments, fueling confusion at the agency charged with administering federal payments related to migrant housing.

Exclusive: FEMA firings reveal roiling tension and confusion within the Department of Homeland Security

Pack your bags—it’s time for a DC adventure that won’t break the bank. Spend 3-nights from $189 and flights are included.Whether you’re here to say hi to the pandas at the National Zoo, explore the Smithsonian museums, or take in the iconic monuments, the nation’s capital is the perfect getaway.

Pandas, Monuments & Rooftop Views—Washington DC in the $100s

Spring may not have arrived just yet, but the time for getting your vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers ready certainly has.No matter where you live, starting seeds indoors over the final few weeks of winter will help set your seedlings up for success, ready to transfer into a full and thriving garden once warmer months do come.

19 Seeds You Should Start Now So They're Ready to Plant in April, According to Gardeners

EL PASO, Texas (AP) — Three immigrants who won a restraining order against the federal government to avoid transfer to the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base in Cuba were deported this week on direct flights to Venezuela, according to court documents published Friday.The three men were deported Monday, the day after a federal judge approved a temporary order blocking a possible transfer to Guantanamo Bay.