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First message ordering government employees to account for their time resulted in widespread confusionSign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inboxGet our free Inside Washington emailGet our free Inside Washington emailEmployees of the U.S. federal government are set to receive a second email this weekend demanding that they account for their past working week in five bullet-points - and this time they have to respond.It comes seven days after a

Federal workers will receive another email after Musk’s bullet-point demand. This time they might have to respond

15-year-old Frances Staudt, mother join 'Fox & Friends,' describe 'terrible situation'Girls basketball player who refused to face trans rival accused of ‘bullying’ by school districtWashington state high school athlete Frances Staudt joined 'Fox & Friends' alongside her mother, Aimee, to discuss how her refusal to play against a biological male led to a firestorm with the school district and how they are fighting back.

Washington teen refuses to compete against trans basketball player, faces civil rights complaint

PHOENIX — Prior damage to the landing gear on a private jet owned by Mötley Crüe singer Vince Neil could have contributed to a fatal crash earlier this month, according to a preliminary report released Thursday by the National Transportation Safety Board.Months before the aircraft veered off a runway in Arizona and hit a business jet, killing one person, the same flight crew had a landing issue with the Learjet in Oklahoma in June 2024.

Private plane crash that killed a pilot could be tied to known landing gear issue, NTSB report says

The woman, who is reportedly in her 50s, has been refusing to appear with South Korean police for questioning.South Korean police said Friday they are summoning a Japanese woman for questioning over allegedly kissing Jin, a member of the K-pop supergroup BTS, without consent during a free hug event last year.

South Korean police summon Japanese woman for kissing BTS member without consent

Feb. 27 (UPI) -- Warner Bros. released the final trailer for A Minecraft Movie on Thursday. The film based on the video game opens April 4 in theaters.Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Danielle Brooks, Emma Myers and Sebastian Hansen play people who learn to create anything they desire out of blocks in the Overworld.

Jason Momoa battles chicken jockey in 'Minecraft' trailer

When Jose, a Venezuelan migrant who was seeking asylum in the United States, was awoken by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement official at 2:30 a.m. on Feb. 8, he sensed he was being sent to Guantanamo Bay, home of the notorious U.S. prison camp that administration officials said would house the most violent "worst of the worst" migrants apprehended on American soil.

'The confinement is unbearable': Migrants describe being held at Guantanamo

I always think of February as an exceptionally lovey-dovey month, which is very fitting because my colleagues and I found a ton of products that quite literally stole our hearts the past few weeks. Every month, we assess dozens of skin care formulas, tech and random Amazon gadgets, and only recommend the ones we’re truly infatuated with.

Editors’ Picks: 17+ items we tried in February that we think are worth it

Here's everything you need to know about the NFL for Feb. 28Welcome to the Friday edition of the Pick Six newsletter!It is somehow already the final day of February, which means free agency is right around the corner, but before we can get there, we have to make it through the NFL Scouting Combine.

New details on Matthew Stafford trade drama, plus Travis Kelce returning to Chiefs and grading NFL combine

Feb. 28 (UPI) -- Microsoft announced on Friday that it will be retiring Skype in May and putting all of its video conferencing resources into Microsoft Teams.Jeff Teper, president of collaborative apps and platforms with Microsoft, said in a message that time has passed Skype by and what many customers are looking for now in a communications hub can be found in Microsoft Teams.

Microsoft says it will shutter Skype in May, focus resources on Teams

The Spring Equinox isn’t just a celestial event; it’s a celebration of balance, renewal, and growth—values that deeply resonate with cannabis culture. Occurring around March 20th or 21st each year, this day marks the point when daylight and darkness are nearly equal, signaling the start of longer days and warmer weather.

Spring Equinox and Cannabis Culture: A Perfect Match

All of the soda makers on this list are ones that NBC Select staffers or I tested out and/or are highly rated on Amazon. Sodastream, Aarke, Breville and Drinkmate sent us samples of soda makers to try out, though I selected models independently of their input and guidance.

The best at-home soda makers, tested & reviewed

Hunter could be in play for New England at No. 4 overallThe most unique prospect in recent memory to come through the NFL Draft is Colorado's Travis Hunter. Why? Well, he just closed the book on a collegiate career where he not only played both offense and defense as a wide receiver and cornerback but did so at an elite level.

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel jabs Travis Hunter, tells prospect he's 'not the only one to play two ways'

BEIRUT, Lebanon, Feb. 28 (UPI) -- Hezbollah, which was left with limited options after it was greatly weakened by Israel's devastating war, has started a new era in which it is making concessions and showing flexibility, but it is not ready to relinquish anti-Israel resistance or be forced to disarm, according to political and military analysts.

Hezbollah's new era offers limited options; disarming remains crucial issue

Editor’s note: If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters, please call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 to connect with a trained counselor, or visit the 988 Lifeline website.CNN —When Robert F. Kennedy Jr. answered questions about his stances on antidepressants at a recent US Senate confirmation hearing before becoming US Health and Human Services secretary, he sparked discussion on whether the medications are as addictive as some commonly abused drugs.

Are antidepressants addictive? Experts weigh in on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s comments

SAO PAULO -- Chile will formally request that the United States extradite a Venezuelan man to stand trial over the abduction and killing of a Venezuelan ex-army officer and dissident last year in Chile, prosecutors said Thursday.It's the latest twist in a closely watched case that sent chills through Venezuela's vast diaspora.

Chile seeks to extradite suspect from the US over the killing of Venezuelan dissident

Gene Hackman lived far from the public eye, spending his later years in the Santa Fe home he painstakingly redesigned. The sprawling property, surrounded by miles of open land, was meant to be a peaceful retreat. But now, it has become the center of an investigation after a maintenance worker made a grim discovery.

Photo of Gene Hackman's House Where He Was Found Dead with His Wife and Dog – Inside His Life There

Feb. 27 (UPI) -- The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions on Thursday advanced the nomination of Lori Chavez-DeRemer to become the Trump administration Labor secretary on a 14-9 vote. Three Democrats voted for her.Committee Chair Bill Cassidy, R-La., said during the committee vote he hopes for a "pro-America agenda that puts workers first."

3 Senate Democrats join GOP to advance Trump Labor secretary's nomination

This weekend, you’ll find a deal on a pack of Apple AirTags, a discounted pair of Brooks Glycerin 21s and savings at Drmtlgy. All that and more below.No need to turn over couch cushions, searching high and low for misplaced keys. Apple AirTags can ping off your phone so you don’t have to tear apart your home to find lost items.

The best sales to shop this weekend: Apple, Brooks, Drmtlgy and more

It turns out that bacon is a rather controversial food. When I accepted the job to test it, I did so without hesitation. After all, I love bacon, and I knew that I could easily recruit some volunteers to help me find the best one.

I Tried 10 Bacon Brands and the Winner Totally Surprised Me

The death toll from a Sudanese military aircraft crash in Omdurman has climbed to at least 46, officials confirmed Wednesday, marking one of the deadliest aviation disasters in Sudan in two decades.The Antonov aircraft crashed Tuesday over a densely populated district in the city, injuring at least 10 others, according to the government-run Khartoum Media Office.

At Least 46 Dead in Military Plane Crash

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WASHINGTON – An alleged Mexican kingpin the White House called “one of the most evil cartel leaders in the world,” who is charged with killing a Drug Enforcement Administration agent in 1985, was among dozens of suspects extradited to the U.S. after a decades-long battle to bring him to justice.

Alleged cartel leader Rafael Caro Quintero extradited after 40-year wait

CNN —A member of Russia’s state-owned news agency gained access to the Oval Office on Friday to cover President Trump’s sit-down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky – even as the AP and Reuters were barred from the high-level meeting. The White House said the journalist was not authorized to be in the press pool.

A Russian state media reporter gained entry to the Oval Office for Trump-Zelensky sit-down

Zelenskyy said that he believes the US is on Ukraine's sideWATCH LIVE: Trump holds a joint press conference with Ukrainian President ZelenskyyZelenskyy is set to sign a minerals agreement with the US as Trump pushes for an end to the war in Ukraine.Efforts to advance a peace deal between the Ukraine and Russia came to a halt on Friday after President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sparred in the Oval Office.

Trump says Zelenskyy can 'come back when he is ready for Peace' after fiery White House exchange

A meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office on Friday grew contentious, with Trump telling Zelenskyy that "you're not acting at all thankful" for the support his country had received from the United States, saying the Ukrainian leader had been disrespectful, and telling him, "you're gambling with World War III."

Trump and Zelenskyy's meeting turns into a heated argument

(Reuters) - Actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, had died several days and possibly two weeks before their bodies were discovered on Wednesday inside their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the county sheriff said on Friday.The 95-year-old Oscar-winning actor and Arakawa, 64, were found dead in separate rooms of their house in hills north of Santa Fe.

Hackman and wife lay dead for days, possibly weeks, says sheriff

By Alex Leeds Matthews, Matt Stiles and Deidre McPhillips, CNN(CNN) — Recent outbreaks of measles in the United States are driving up case counts and raising alarm among public health experts, especially as vaccination rates among children lag.The concern this year comes after the first reported death in the US since 2015 and following a significant increase in the number of cases in 2024.

Tracking measles cases in the United States

USAID workers were given 15 minutes to collect their belongingsFired USAID employees leave the headquarters building in Washington, D.C.Fox News Digital footage showed former USAID employees leaving the federal office building after being given 48 hours to collect their belongings.Former United States Agency for International Development (USAID) employees were seen collecting their belongings and exiting the federal building a final time following a slew of layoffs, video obtained by Fox News Digital showed.

'Fired me illegally': Emotional ex-USAID employees leave building with belongings after mass layoffs

‘The most Dallas thing I’ve ever heard.’@cpbarta/Tiktok; ShutterstockA car dealership worker shared a viral story about an overly generous man. He bought not one, but two different girls luxury cars.Dealership worker Barta (@cpbarta on TikTok) shared his shock after seeing this man purchase both a Bentley and a Rolls-Royce for two different women.

‘Looks exactly like the other girl‘: Man buys woman he’s known for 2 days a Bentley. Then dealership worker spots him come in with a different girl

(CNN) — Twenty-five people have been arrested in a global operation over AI-generated child sexual abuse material, said Europol, the European Union’s law enforcement agency, in a statement Friday.Operation Cumberland, which was led by Danish law enforcement, is one of the world’s first cases involving this kind of child abuse material, which Europol said made it “exceptionally challenging for investigators.”

Dozens arrested in global operation over AI-generated child sexual abuse material

A post showcasing an amusing coincidence involving a monogrammed suitcase has gone viral on Reddit, so Newsweek spoke to an expert about luggage and whether or not it's a good idea to monogram them.The post, shared by user u/dalecookie on the r/mildlyinteresting subforum features an image of a black suitcase with the label "BAG" on it.

Man Gets His Suitcase Monogrammed With Initials, Hysterics Over Result

‘Not to be dramatic but I would’ve cried.’@livvgerr/Tiktok; Shutterstock(Licensed)A hotel guest was left hungry after hotel workers took away the room service he ordered before he was able to even eat it.In a viral video with over 640,000 views, TikToker Livvgerr (@livvgerr) captured the conversation between one of the guests and the front desk.

‘I’m so confused how they had access to our room’: Hotel guest orders room service. Then he learns ‘turn down’ service took it away

CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio (AP) — A school bus driver safely evacuated 15 students after the vehicle caught fire while headed to school in a Cleveland suburb, getting the children out moments before the bus became engulfed in flames in a residential area.No injuries were reported in Thursday morning’s fire in Cleveland Heights, which was quickly brought under control by firefighters.