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Batya Ungar-Sargon and Scott Jennings challenge liberal panel over support for illegal immigrant with alleged gang ties and domestic violence accusationsCNN’s Jennings says left ‘in love with the worst people’ during panel about illegal alien deported to El SalvadorCNN commentator Scott Jennings and author Batya Ungar-Sargon took a liberal CNN panel to task Thursday night over the left’s defense of an illegal immigrant who was deported by the Trump administration to a detention facility in El Salvador.

CNN's Scott Jennings says left 'in love with the worst people' during clash over deported alleged MS-13 member

The Internal Revenue Service building in Washington, D.C. Susan Walsh / AP fileGary Shapley, the acting commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service, is being replaced after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent approached Trump to say that Shapley was placed into the agency without his knowledge and at Elon Musk’s direction, according to a source familiar with the discussions.

Trump is replacing the acting IRS commissioner

A Florida State University graduate student shared with ABC News the harrowing moments she was shot on campus and forced to play dead as the gunman reloaded.Madison Askins, 23, one of seven people shot near FSU's student union on Thursday, said she was walking with a friend when she heard gunshots.

Grad student shot at FSU recounts harrowing moment gunman reloaded as she played dead

Fire broke out during onboard cooking before wooden vessel capsized with 500 passengers aboardThe death toll from a boat fire and capsizing in the Democratic Republic of Congo earlier this week has risen to 148 with more than 100 people still missing, officials said on Friday.About 500 passengers were on board the wooden boat when it capsized Tuesday after catching fire on the Congo River in the country’s north-west.

Congo boat disaster death toll rises to 148, with more than 100 still missing

The strongest-yet indication of extraterrestrial life – in the form of organically produced chemicals, not an alien civilization – may have been found on a giant exoplanet 124 light-years from Earth, researchers announced in a new study on April 17.Atmospheric analysis of K2-18b, a planet a bit smaller than Neptune, has revealed two biologically produced compounds from the same chemical family, dimethyl sulfide and dimethyl disulfide.

Have astronomers found extraterrestrial life on a distant planet? Here's the discovery

Speed: 0.5xSpeed: 1xSpeed: 1.5xSpeed: 2x🎙️ Voice is AI-generated. Inconsistencies may occur.This is a developing news story and will be updated as more information is available.President Donald Trump was speaking to reporters after the swearing-in ceremony of Dr. Mehmet Oz as administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services but suddenly stopped taking questions.

Donald Trump's News Conference Ends Suddenly

Jeff Metcalf's home was swatted hours after he was criticized by a spokesperson for suspect Karmelo Anthony's familyCivil rights activist says this act against Austin Metcalf's father shows country's 'moral and spiritual crisis'The Woodson Center founder Bob Woodson weighs in on Austin Metcalf's father being kicked out of a press conference for his son's alleged killer on 'The Will Cain Show.'

Slain Texas teen Austin Metcalf’s home swatted hours after tense press conference showdown

Whether a film is a documentary or a fictional drama, all modern cinema is in a sense docu-fictional, because most viewers know that a documentary is carefully crafted to yield a narrative and that the making of a fictional film is often as good a story as the one in the script.

“Invention” Probes the American Mind in the Post-Truth Era

(Sub Pop)The TV on the Radio frontman’s sharp pop instincts kick in on a multifaceted synth-punk-funk set born out of deep personal lossYou would not know, on first listen, that this effervescent debut solo album by the sometime frontman of TV on the Radio was steeped in grief.

Tunde Adebimpe: Thee Black Boltz review – a sparkling solo debut

This story is part of NBC Select’s New & Notable column, where we highlight our favorite product launches. We will continuously update this article throughout the month with new releases we think you should know about.Apparel and footwear launchesHoka Clifton 10Hoka released its Clifton sneaker 10 years ago, and to make the occasion, the brand debuted its latest iteration.

Our favorite launches (so far) this month: Hoka, Garmin, JBL and more

State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said that Chang Guang Satellite Technology Company Limited is helping the HouthisTammy Bruce announces sanctions against International Bank of YemenU.S. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce announced sanctions against the International Bank of Yemen for financially supporting the Houthis.The State Department has accused a Chinese firm of directly aiding Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen by providing satellite imagery used to target U.S. and international vessels in the Red Sea.

Chinese firm aiding Houthi attacks on US vessels, as airstrikes kill 74

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who was wrongly deported to El Salvador, is still being held in a maximum-security mega-prison in the Central American nation.Late last month, the Salvadoran national and his family sued various Trump administration officials to secure his return to the United States.

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April 17 (UPI) -- A large majority of Americans say they trust most of the information generated by artificial intelligence, which is quickly becoming commonplace online, results of a new poll said.The poll, released Wednesday by Quinnipiac University, states 51% of respondents said they believe they can trust AI-generated content "some of the time."

Poll: Most Americans trust AI-generated content

This is an adapted excerpt from the April 17 episode of “All In with Chris Hayes.”America has long been a country that is both very rich and shockingly unhealthy. Traditionally, Democrats have been the party trying to use government policy to improve health coverage and outcomes, while Republicans have mostly fought tooth and nail against them.

Top nutrition scientist leaves NIH, accuses Kennedy of censorship

On Feb. 22, 2022, a 27-year-old armed man entered the Apple Store in Leidseplein, Amsterdam, and held a customer at gunpoint for nearly five hours. He demanded €200 million in cryptocurrency and a safe exit from the building—but nothing went according to plan.Bobby Boermans, director of Netflix’s new thriller iHostage, lives near the store and remembers that surreal night.

The True Story Behind Netflix’s Chilling Dutch Thriller iHostage

Arsenal women will host Olympique Lyonnais Féminin at Emirates Stadium to kick off the UWCL semifinal roundThe UEFA Women's Champions League semifinal round will kick off on Saturday with the final four clubs representing three different countries. Arsenal will face Lyon, while current title holders Barcelona will host Chelsea on Sunday.

UEFA Women's Champions League: Where can I watch Arsenal vs. Lyon semifinal? Prediction, live stream, lineups

April 18 (UPI) -- Thousands of people recited prayers while carrying large wooden crosses and walking through the streets of the Old City of Jerusalem acknowledging Good Friday.People marking the Christian holy day follow the Way of the Cross or Via Dolorosa route through the streets of Old Jerusalem along the path Jesus is believed to have taken prior to his crucifixion and includes the 14 Stations of the Cross.

Thousands march in Old Jerusalem's Way of the Cross on Good Friday

Our ultra-cool neighbors started a tradition a few months ago called Soup Sundays, where once a month we get together with friends and share a warm, comforting bowl of soup. It’s become an event that we always look forward to, and every time the soup is more delicious than the last.

An Urgent Recall Has Been Issued for This Iconic Soup Brand—Here's What to Know

CNN this week broadcasted a stunning poll result regarding US President - and it seemed to divide viewersDonald TrumpIn a startling revelation, CNN aired poll results that have raised eyebrows across the nation about former US President Donald Trump's voter loyalty.The network's foremost statistics expert, Harry Enten, shared that a whopping 98% of voters are steadfast in their choice, as per the recent figures.

CNN viewers 'can't bear to watch' as shock 98% Donald Trump poll result revealed on air

Thomas commands his first 36-hole lead in over three yearsIt was a tale of two waves at Harbour Town Golf Links for the second straight day. While those players off in the morning hours were able to take advantage of the calmer conditions at the 2025 RBC Heritage, it is the same man who is out in front of the pack after 36 holes as Justin Thomas maintained his position atop the leaderboard.

2025 RBC Heritage scores: Justin Thomas takes 36-hole lead into the weekend at Harbour Town

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There was the pool furniture in the background. There were the tropical drinks, which looked to be margaritas garnished with cherries. And then there were the deported prisoner and the American senator, sitting and chatting.That senator, Chris Van Hollen of Maryland, accused El Salvador’s government on Friday of aiming to paint the picture of a leisurely respite for the wrongly deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia by staging their meeting with drinks appearing to be alcohol, and angling to set the meeting by a hotel pool.

Tropical drinks by the pool? Not so fast, says senator who visited Abrego Garcia in El Salvador

Trump White House border czar Tom Homan stood by the administration's decision to defy court orders to "facilitate" the return to the U.S. of Kilmer Abrego Garcia, the Salvadoran national the Justice Department said was erroneously deported to a prison in his home country, and waived off responsibility for the migrant's status in an interview with ABC News.

Border czar Tom Homan argues US justified in removing 'public safety threat' Abrego Garcia to El Salvador

The civil servants will be reclassified as at-will employees, which will allow the government to be ‘run like a business,' the president saidJudge orders Trump administration to reinstate terminated federal employeesFox News correspondent David Spunt has the latest on a San Francisco judge ruling that the Trump administration must reinstate fired federal employees and more on ‘Special Report.’

Trump says career gov employees working on policy will be fired if they don’t adhere to his agenda

President Trump on Friday was adamant he was not being “played” in talks to end the war in Ukraine and sounded a confident note he would be able to close the deal after Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated the clock was ticking on negotiations.“We’re going to get it stopped, ideally.

Trump on Russia-Ukraine talks: ‘Nobody’s playing me’

San Antonio coach Gregg Popovich is doing well at home after needing medical attention earlier this week following an incident at a restaurant, a person with knowledge of the matter told The Associated Press on Friday.The 76-year-old Popovich, a Merrillville native who missed most of this season while recovering from what the Spurs called a mild stroke, was at a restaurant in San Antonio on Tuesday night when he began not feeling well, said the person, who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because neither Popovich nor the team released any details publicly.

Gregg Popovich has medical incident in restaurant, is resting at home, AP source says

The following information comes from the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services:MONTANA (KIFI) - Health officials are responding to the first cases of measles in the state of Montana in over 30 years.The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and regional health officials are investigating five confirmed cases of measles in Gallatin County, Montana.

Montana sees first Measles cases in over 30 years

DeShawn Leeth was shot dead after attacking officers, stealing an Ohio police car and crashing in PennsylvaniaMan attacks Ohio state trooper on side of the roadDeShawn Leeth was shot dead by police after resisting arrest and stealing a patrol car. (Credit: Ohio State Patrol)

Bodycam shows man attack Ohio state trooper before he stole a patrol car and was shot dead

CNN —Fatima Hassouna, a war documentarian who had covered the conflict in Gaza on the ground for 18 months, was killed along with seven members of her family in an Israeli strike this week.“If I die, I want a resounding death, I do not want me in urgent news, nor in a number with a group,” Hassouna wrote in a post on Instagram in August 2024.

Gaza photojournalist who wrote, ‘If I die, I want a resounding death’ killed in Israeli airstrike

She thought the crewmember was a real knit-wit.An airline passenger named Brittany was flabbergasted after a crewmember told her to stop knitting even though it didn’t violate any aviation rules. A video detailing the flight attendant’s alleged fabric-ated regulation currently boasts over 500,000 views on TikTok.

Passenger stunned after flight attendant cites ‘unwritten’ rule mid-flight — and even the TSA disagrees: ‘Condescending’

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - The annual 24th Blue Ridge Kite Festival will take place at Green Hill Park Saturday, April 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.This free event is open to the community and will take place rain or shine.Kite demonstrations will be provided by the Richmond Air Force Kite Club who will be flying kites and educating the public on various flying techniques.

Roanoke County holds annual 24th Blue Ridge Kite Festival

CNN —US Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary suggested in a new interview that autism is caused by a range of environmental and dietary exposures, echoing some comments made by US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. but stopping short of referencing vaccines.