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Thune says Democrats 'ended up getting no reforms' after plunging the country into a partial shutdownThe Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown became the longest funding lapse in history over the weekend, but the standoff could take several more months to fully resolve.With President Donald Trump giving Republicans a June 1 deadline to fund the entire department, blame is flying between both parties while top Republicans present a unified front after several days of infighting.

GOP infighting, Democrats' unmet demands and a CLEAR windfall: Who's winning and losing the DHS shutdown

In his prime-time speech Wednesday night, President Donald Trump argued that the U.S. had to act on its own to neutralize the threat from Iran because many of America’s allies wouldn’t help.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.

'We had to do it ourselves': Trump forges ahead in Iran without traditional U.S. allies

Eyewitness video showed a windsurfer crashing into a whale off the San Francisco coast. Both appeared unharmed.

See dramatic video of windsurfer smashing into whale

DETROIT (AP) — A fire on Wednesday caused the evacuation of a historic building owned by Wayne State University in Detroit.Video from TV stations showed thick rolling clouds of black smoke near the top of the 14-story Maccabees Building, a nearly century-old building designed by Albert Kahn, along Woodward Avenue, just north of downtown.

Brief fire causes evacuation but no injuries at historic Detroit college building

View image in fullscreenHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.The National Capital Planning Commission will meet this afternoon to decide on Donald Trump’s White House $400m ballroom project, after a federal judge halted construction earlier this week.Although the order did not take place with immediate effect, judge Richard Leon’s injunction prompted the president to claim, in a Truth Social post, that his administration did not in fact require “express authorization from Congress” to proceed.

Trump’s White House ballroom project faces panel vote after judge ordered halt – US politics live

A moment that could have turned into a deeply embarrassing memory for one young girl instead restored her mom’s faith in humanity.In a post shared on Threads, @queen_hauly recounted what happened when her daughter got her first period on the school bus ride home.

Girl Starts Period on School Bus Home, Mom Can’t Believe What Boy Whispers

KitKat is not sugarcoating its quest to find thousands of missing chocolates after thieves targeted the candy bar maker.Days after KitKat announced thieves in Europe had stolen an entire truck containing more than 400,000 of its candy bars, the company has launched a "stolen KitKat tracker" to help find the missing treats.

KitKat launches tracker to help recover 400K stolen candy bars

Bruce Springsteen delivered four pointed political speeches in Minneapolis, calling America 'reckless' and 'predatory' under Trump's administrationBruce Springsteen used a concert stage in Minneapolis to deliver a blunt warning about the state of America, leading critics to label the musician a "traitor."

Bruce Springsteen slammed as 'traitor' after ripping America during Minneapolis concert rant

The average interest rate for a 30-year, fixed-rate conforming mortgage loan in the U.S. is 6.351%, a decrease of about 5 basis points from the day before, according to data from mortgage data company Optimal Blue.Meanwhile, the average rate for a 15-year, fixed-rate conforming mortgage loan is 5.667%, down about 6 basis points for the same period.

Mortgage rates today, April 2, 2026

Woods focusing on his health and wellbeing after crashFlorida judge grants his request to leave the USTiger Woods has turned down the opportunity to captain the United States at the 2027 Ryder Cup, the PGA of America has announced.The former world No 1’s decision comes after he announced he would step away from golf for a period to focus on his health and wellbeing.

Tiger Woods turns down Ryder Cup captaincy as he is granted permission to leave US

These good-natured April Fools' Day pranks put dogs to the test, capturing their hilarious and sometimes confused reactions on camera.

April Fools' Day dog pranks: Funniest dog reaction videos

It's not always sunny in Philadelphia.On Wednesday morning, a damning report was published by ESPN, detailing how Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been a source of frustration for the franchise."Poor body language, not always bought in, not the most coachable and the players notice," one person told ESPN about Hurts, who the story noted tends to be closed off, "continually fights" being under center and has "pushed back on changes" to the team's offensive scheme.

Cowherd on Toxic Jalen Hurts-Eagles Report: Feels Like 'Russell Wilson-Seahawks'

A judge pushed back the start of Luigi Mangione's federal trial on interstate stalking charges during a hearing Wednesday.

Luigi Mangione's federal case pushed back

He killed at least 30 women and girls in a years-long rampageThe grim tally of Ted Bundy's victims continues to expand, nearly four decades after the notorious serial killer's execution.Advanced DNA testing has now definitively linked him to the unsolved 1974 death of a Utah teenager, a local sheriff confirmed this week.

What to know about Ted Bundy’s legacy of violence as DNA links serial killer to new victim

Eugene Mirman, who voices Gene Belcher on "Bob's Burgers," was pulled from a fiery car crash in New Hampshire and is recovering following his hospitalization due to "serious injuries."The 51-year-old was driving northbound when he crashed into the Bedford Toll Plaza on the F.E.

'Bob's Burgers' star Eugene Mirman hospitalized after fiery crash

Elon Musk’s rocket company could go public as early as June, Bloomberg reportsSpaceX has confidentially filed for an initial public offering on the US stock market, according to reports from Bloomberg and the Wall Street Journal. The IPO is set to be one of the most closely watched and highly valued listings in market history.

SpaceX confidentially files to go public on stock market, reports say

Russia views NATO as a hostile alliance, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, after President Donald Trump suggested the U.S. could end its membership.Peskov, who was responding to questions about Trump's speech on the Iran War as well as the future of the military alliance, also said Russian President Vladimir Putin was talking to regional leaders about trying to end the Middle East conflict.

Russia Reacts to Trump’s NATO Threat

Stars Who Look Almost Unrecognizable Without MakeupHollywood stars often dazzle us with flawless red carpet looks, complete with professional makeup teams creating picture-perfect appearances.But what happens when the cameras stop rolling and the makeup comes off?Many celebrities have started sharing their natural, makeup-free faces with fans, revealing just how different they can look.

Stars Who Look Almost Unrecognizable Without Makeup

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The supreme court appears poised to reject Trump’s attack on a foundation of US identity. We must hope it follows throughAmerican opponents of birthright citizenship – the right of all those born on the soil of a country to claim full legal rights and political representation in that nation – like to point out that many countries don’t have it.

Ending birthright citizenship would change the meaning of America

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President Trump said the U.S. war in Iran was nearing its end during a primetime address to the nation on Wednesday, but details about the operation’s path forward remain vague as his poll numbers slump and gas prices rise.In a televised address from the Cross Hall at the White House that lasted less than 19 minutes, Trump did not provide Americans with much new information on the operation but contended it was on its way to winding down.

Trump signals ‘near completion’ to Iran War in primetime address

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand and Cook Islands signed a defense and security pact Thursday, easing more than a year of tension between the Pacific nations over Cook Islands’ deepening ties with China.The fraught diplomatic standoff that prompted Wellington to pause millions of dollars in aid to Avarua was hardly a clash of geopolitical heavyweights: New Zealand has a population of 5 million, while Cook Islands has 15,000 people.

New Zealand and Cook Islands sign a defense pact, easing tensions over a China deal

The term “brain tumor” carries a particularly scary connotation. And if you’re a fan of TV medical dramas, you may think they’re quite common. However, less than 1% of Americans are living with a primary brain tumor (one that starts in the brain), and about 72% of those are benign, per the National Brain Tumor Society.

The 9 Brain Tumor Symptoms Neurosurgeons Want You to Know

From portable chargers and Apple iPads to Stanley tumblers, USA TODAY Shopping has the scoop on all the top discounts available before the sale ends.Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is back for round two! Now through the end of Wednesday, October 8, Prime members can shop the biggest discounts on holiday gifts, fall essentials and more.

Day two: We're live-tracking the best Amazon Prime-exclusive deals with up to 76% off

The voice actor who plays the role of the Belcher family middle child Gene on the animated show “Bob’s Burgers” was injured after in a fiery crash at a New Hampshire toll plaza Tuesday, officials said.Yevgeny Mirman, 51, who voices the role of Gene Belcher, was taken to a hospital after the crash around 11:55 a.m. at the Bedford Toll Plaza on the Everett Turnpike, New Hampshire State Police said in a statement Tuesday.

Voice actor on ‘Bob’s Burgers’ injured in New Hampshire car crash

A stunning look at the Artemis II liftoff.Alongside the beautiful shots I’m seeing across social media, NASA has a photo album for yesterday’s launch that’s well worth checking out even if you tuned into the livestream. The album is hosted on Flickr, making America’s mission to the moon feel even more nostalgic.

A stunning look at the Artemis II liftoff.

Operation Cocaine and Coffee led to 17 arrests and seizure of 27 firearms, with suspects ranging from their 50s to 70sOfficials in Philadelphia have dismantled a massive drug ring operating out of a sham coffee shop, run largely by longtime, senior figures in the criminal world, Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced Sunday.

Sham Philadelphia coffee shop hiding crack operation busted in sweeping raid, 17 arrested: AG

British automakers make some great cars, but none of them are exactly known for having great reputations when it comes to reliability (ask me how I know). For a time, Mini, the British automaker known for making small hatchbacks, was stuck in that camp.

The British Automaker That Was Recently Dead Last In Reliability Is Now One Of The Most Dependable Brands, Says JD Power

The Supreme Court has endorsed a religious counselor’s challenge to Colorado’s ban on “conversion therapy” for LGBTQ minors, finding that the law likely violates free speech rights. It’s a decision that could threaten protections for LGBTQ people across the country.

Do you have an experience with ‘conversion therapy’? Share your story

A Department of Defense employee died mid-flight after a panicked cabin crew forgot to attach her mask to an oxygen tank and failed to provide live-saving instructions on how to use a defibrillator, a lawsuit alleges.Porscha Tynisha Brown, 33, was flying with her friends from Washington, DC, to Seoul, South Korea, last year when 12 hours into the 15.5-hour Korea Air flight when she suffered a medical episode and lost consciousness, sparking a chaotic scene onboard.

Passenger dies mid-flight when Korean Air crew forgets to attach mask to oxygen tank: lawsuit

Ornate metal outdoor furniture was everywhere in Elvis' era, but nearly 60 years on, it's making a reappearance in a big wayPicture those retro images of Malibu-style pool parties where revelers soaked up the sun in ice-cream colored swimwear and lounged on wheeled chaise longues, clutching a tequila sunrise.

Elvis Presley's 1968 Pool-Side Furniture Captures the Retro Look Designers Say is Set to be on All the Chicest Patios in Summer 2026

Warning: The following contains major spoilers for Netflix series "XO, Kitty."Kitty and her friends are officially "halfway to graduation, halfway to goodbye" following Season 3 of "XO, Kitty."Between the return of an ex-classmate and a surprise pregnancy, the KISS crew, Kitty included, spent the better part of the semester trying to keep up with all of the curveballs that had been thrown their way.