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With five minutes to play in the fourth quarter and the Lakers surging behind two straight 3-pointers from LeBron James and Austin Reaves, Jimmy Butler drove the lane and had a clear opportunity to attack the rim for either a foul or bucket, or perhaps both. He did neither.

Warriors' Jimmy Butler is pushing all the right buttons by not actually pushing at all

On April 4, 1975, Microsoft was founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen.Today is Friday, April 4, the 94th day of 2025 with 271 to follow.The moon is waxing. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars and Venus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Mars and Uranus.

UPI Almanac for Friday, April 4, 2025

The term “4/20” has long been associated with cannabis culture, but over the years, several myths have clouded its true origins. Despite its widespread recognition, many misconceptions about the meaning behind 4/20 continue to circulate. Let’s clear the air and debunk some of the most common myths surrounding this infamous date and number.

Debunking Common Myths About 4/20

Editor’s Note: Jake Tapper goes behind the headlines to investigate some of the most outrageous and iconic political controversies of the modern era. Watch “United States of Scandal” Sundays at 9p ET/PT on CNN.CNN —What is it about Anna Delvey that fascinates so many people?

How fake heiress Anna Delvey is carefully crafting her second act

OTTAWA, Ontario — Two of the organizers of Canada's trucker protests against COVID-19 restrictions in 2022 have been found guilty of mischief for their roles in the mass protest in Ottawa, a judge ruled Thursday.Tamara Lich and Chris Barber were key figures and organizers in the massive protest that saw hundreds of vehicles and thousands of people occupy downtown Ottawa and insist they would stay until COVID-19 public health mandates were eliminated.

Canada trucker protest organizers found guilty of mischief

Last week, President Donald Trump signed an executive order affecting voting regulations throughout the country.The first part will require documentary, government-issued proof of U.S. citizenship on its voter registration form issued by the Election Assistance Commission.This is intended to address the President’s long-standing opinion that many noncitizens are casting ballots in U.S. elections.

Trump’s new Executive Order to change voting procedures

April 3 (UPI) -- A group of volcanic islands located near Antarctica and whose only inhabitants are colonies of penguins and seals is listed among foreign states subject to U.S. trade tariffs.President Donald Trump declared Wednesday to be "Liberation Day" in the United States and imposed a minimum global tariff of 10% on nations around the globe.

Uninhabited islands among 'Liberation Day' tariff targets

DENVER (AP) — In the late fall of 2023, Kristil Krug got a text purporting to be from an old boyfriend and asking if she would like to “hook up” while he was in town. She didn’t respond.Other messages followed, often angry and obscene, including one referring to her “loser husband” and others that indicated she was being watched.

A woman was killed after reporting stalking by an ex. Police say her husband did it

SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea's Constitutional Court removed impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol from office on Friday, ending his tumultuous presidency four months after he threw South Korean politics into turmoil with an ill-fated declaration of martial law and setting up an election to replace him.

South Korea's president removed from office over ill-fated declaration of martial law

Season 21 kicked off on Sept. 26, 2024."Grey's Anatomy" is coming back for more.The long-running ABC medical drama has been renewed for a 22nd season, a representative for ABC confirmed to "Good Morning America" on Thursday.Along with the "Grey's Anatomy" news, ABC also announced a group of show returns for the upcoming 2025-26 television season.

'Grey's Anatomy' renewed for 22nd season at ABC

GOP Rep. Anna Paulina Luna signaled Thursday night that she and Speaker Mike Johnson may have found a way to end their standoff over the issue of remote voting for new parents in Congress.After several hours in which Luna, Johnson and President Donald Trump exchanged phone calls, Luna suggested there could be an off-ramp to the contentious dayslong saga that skidded the House floor to a halt this week.

Rep. Luna signals potential end to remote voting standoff

April 3 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump on Friday unveiled a $5 million "gold card" with his image on it that the administration hopes to sell to migrants to lower the national debt.Trump unveiled the card while talking with reporters aboard Air Force One, calling it the "Trump card."

Trump unveils $5 million 'gold card' to lure wealthy immigrants to U.S.

Stephanie Turner knelt in front of her opponent and was ejected from a tournamentRiley Gaines: The NCAA is repeatedly rewarding the ‘replacement of women’Former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines discusses the female fencer who took a knee against her transgender opponent on ‘America's Newsroom.'

Riley Gaines praises 'heroine' fencer Stephanie Turner for refusing to compete against trans opponent

The Doritos Nachos will be available for $5 nationwide, while supplies last.Subway and Doritos are introducing an "unexpected" footlong treat, Doritos Footlong Nachos, for a limited time.The new menu offering, announced Thursday, brings the beloved flavored tortilla chips to Subway's famous footlong sandwich format.

Subway launches new Doritos-themed footlong offering

The renowned author admitted the two movies 'should have been good' but just 'aren't'Stephen King is known for delivering chilling novels which in turn have created some hugely popular horror movies, but the renowned author has admitted there are two of his adaptations that he claims just aren't 'good' to watch.

Stephen King explained what makes two movie adaptations of his books 'bad films to watch'

April 3 (UPI) -- A Western Australian school bus driver says injury claims made by Epstein-accuser Virginia Giuffre are exaggerated, and a local police report would seem to agree.School bus driver Ross Munns says Giuffre's claims of suffering "life-threatening injuries" during a recent accident involving a school bus in Perth are "blown out of proportion" and were possibly caused elsewhere.

Police, school bus driver contradict Epstein-accuser Giuffre's injury claims

Key PointsThere are rumors that Social Security won’t be able to pay benefits much longer.The program isn’t going bankrupt, but it’s struggling to cover its expenses.Benefits cuts are something everyone needs to brace for.Are you ahead, or behind on retirement?

Is Social Security Going Broke? The Answer May Surprise You

(AP) — Paul Brown just moved up a few spots on the NFL career coaching wins list.The NFL owners approved a proposal by Competition Committee on Tuesday to incorporate player, coach and team statistics from the All-America Football Conference into the official NFL records.The AAFC existed from 1946-49 with Paul Brown’s Cleveland team winning the title in each of those years.

Paul Brown gets a career win total boost after NFL officially incorporates old AAFC stats

Asia's manufacturing powerhouses were desperately seeking talks with Washington on Thursday after Donald Trump announced 10 percent "reciprocal" tariffs, and even more for some longtime US allies.Worth A Look...We're always interested in hearing about news in our community. Let us know what's going on!

US President Trump on Wednesday announced across-the-board "reciprocal" levies of 10 percent on imports from around the world, with extra pain for key trading partners

A man who lives full-time in a lorry says he has discovered a 'perfect lifestyle' and lives the life of luxury - all while saving thousands on rent every year.Sam, from the south of England, has shared a glimpse into his unconventional lifestyle aboard a 7.5ft lorry - which boasts a king-size bed, 43' TV, underfloor heating, kitchen and bathroom facilities.

I live in a 7ft converted lorry and save thousands on rent

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President Donald Trump on Wednesday officially fulfilled a campaign promise to unleash sweeping tariffs, a move that has sparked fears of a global trade war and prompted a major question about what has become the centerpiece of his economic agenda: What’s his endgame?In both size and scope, Trump’s ultimate blueprint for global tariffs — a 10% baseline tariff on virtually every country, with higher numbers on countries with which the United States has larger trade deficits — was more than most expected.

Trump's tariffs rollout beset by confusion, uncertainty and mixed messages

LAKE CITY, Ark. (AP) — Parts of the Midwest and South faced the possibility of torrential rains and life-threatening flash floods Friday, while many communities were still reeling from tornadoes that destroyed whole neighborhoods and killed at least seven people.Forecasters warned of catastrophic weather on the way, with round after round of heavy rains expected in the central U.S. through Saturday.

South and Midwest face potentially catastrophic rains and floods while reeling from tornadoes

President Trump is downplaying reports that far-right activist Laura Loomer influenced National Security Council firings on Thursday.Trump confirmed that some number of people were fired but would not specify how many or why. "Always we'll let go (of) people — people that we don't like or people that we don't think can do the job or people that may have loyalties to somebody else," he told reporters on Air Force One Thursday night.

Trump downplays the role of far-right activist in firings of NSC staff

CNN —The Trump administration has fired the director and deputy director of the National Security Agency, the United States’ powerful cyber intelligence bureau, according to members of the Senate and House intelligence committees and two former officials familiar with the matter.The dismissal of Gen. Timothy Haugh, who also leads US Cyber Command — the military’s offensive and defensive cyber unit — is a major shakeup of the US intelligence community which is navigating significant changes in the first two months of the Trump administration.

Trump administration fires director of National Security Agency

On Thursday night, the Los Angeles Lakers played the Golden State Warriors (at home).The Lakers lost by a score of 123-116.Luka Doncic finished with 19 points, eight rebounds, seven assists and one block while shooting 6/17 from the field and 0/6 from the three-point range in 38 minutes of playing time.

NBA World Reacts To Luka Doncic's Performance In Warriors-Lakers Game

CHICAGO (WGN) – A man trying to give his brother a life-saving kidney transplant will soon be released after spending the last month in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.Attorneys received a call on Wednesday morning informing them that 43-year-old Jose Gregorio Gonzalez would be released from custody after spending the last month at the Clay County Detention Center in Brazil, Indiana, located just west of Indianapolis.

ICE releases man seeking life-saving transplant for brother after a month in custody

Kirill Dmitriev is the first high-ranking Russian official to visit the US since the 2022 full-scale invasion of UkraineTrump team 'stopped World War 3' from happening, Russian envoy saysRussian envoy Kirill Dmitriev discusses meeting with President Donald Trump's team and the status of the Russia-Ukraine war on 'Special Report.'

Top Russian negotiator shares status on Ukraine peace talks after meeting with US counterpart in DC

CNN —A penthouse of the “supertall” Manhattan building dubbed the world’s skinniest skyscraper has hit the market at $110 million.The four-story home, or “quadplex,” spans floors 80 to 83 of the 1,428-foot-tall Steinway Tower and overlooks Central Park.

Penthouse atop world’s skinniest skyscraper is now on the market for $110 million

A passenger flying Spirit Airlines was in for a midair surprise that has since delighted millions of viewers online after they realized something in the floorspace at their feet—twice.In the now-viral TikTok video, shared by the Michigan-based creator (@nickandnina313) on March 27, the passenger is seen stretching their leg out in front when they notice something unusual under their seat.