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Kash Patel, President Donald Trump's choice to be director of the FBI, claims he was unaware of the decision prior to the ultimatumTrump FBI director pick responds to Jan 6 pardons: I 'reject' violence against law enforcementSen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., questions FBI director nominee Kash Patel on President Donald Trump's decision to pardon roughly 1,500 criminal defendants charged in the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.

Trump tells senior FBI ranks to resign or be fired

No, the Federal Aviation Administration did not recruit people with intellectual disabilities to work as air traffic controllers.Despite what Pres. Donald Trump said at a press conference Thursday – "They can be air traffic controllers" – that's not how disability hiring works, says Chai Feldblum, a disability lawyer and former commissioner of the U.S.

People with intellectual disabilities do lots of jobs–but they don't direct air traffic

The military helicopter that collided with a regional jet near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, in a crash that killed all 67 people aboard both aircraft, was a UH-60 Black Hawk, considered the “workhorse” of U.S. Army aviation.The helicopter is a “utility tactical transport” aircraft — used for everything from air assault to relief operations — that the Army says it has relied on for every major operation around the world for more than four decades.

What are Black Hawk helicopters and how are they used? What to know after the D.C. aircraft crash

FINITE (21A: "The rules of hair care are simple and ___") "The rules of hair care are simple and FINITE," is a quote from the 2001 movie Legally Blonde. It was spoken by the character Elle Woods (portrayed by Reese Witherspoon). Although I know quite a bit about the movie Legally Blonde from writing about it, I haven't actually seen it. (I'm always hesitant to admit I haven't seen a movie...) Thankfully, crossing answers helped me out here.NINJA (39A: Scorpion, in Mortal Kombat, e.g.) The Mortal Kombat franchise

Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, National Backwards Day

TOCUYITO, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro labeled them as terrorists on national television. They were plucked from pharmacies, apartment buildings and other locations, and thrown in prison for months. Many then endured severe beatings, food deprivation and other forms of torture.

Fear, disease and debt afflict Venezuelans released from prison after post-election arrests

‘Ain’t no way that people are buying out the eggs.’With egg prices soaring due to an outbreak of bird flu across many United States poultry farms, shoppers are scouring grocery stores for the best deals. One Costco shopper discovered that buying eggs is much more complicated than it used to be.

‘At this point I’m just about to buy my own chicken’: Costco shopper tries buying 60-count eggs for $18. Then a worker intervenes

When Barbara Corcoran first saw the New York City penthouse apartment she lives in now, she knew she had to have it.It was 1992, and Corcoran had already founded her real estate company, The Corcoran Group, but to keep her business afloat, she had a part-time job delivering packages.

Barbara Corcoran visited a NYC penthouse in 1992, and knew she had to have it—she bought it 26 years later: 'I envisioned myself living here'

Zoe KleinmanTechnology editor •@zskBBCFor Christmas I received an interesting gift from a friend - my very own "best-selling" book."Tech-Splaining for Dummies" (great title) bears my name and my photo on its cover, and it has glowing reviews.

How an AI-written book shows why the tech 'terrifies' creatives

MEXICO CITY (AP) — It might cost more to repair them than to buy new ones. But baby Jesus figurines have such sentimental value in families that every January an area in downtown Mexico City is full of people with the broken religious sculptures looking for a workshop for hands, legs, nose, eyes, eyelashes or fingers.

AP PHOTOS: The moment to restore broken baby Jesus figurines has come in Mexico

WASHINGTON — Kash Patel, President Donald Trump’s nominee for a 10-year term as director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, distanced himself on Thursday from Trump’s sweeping pardon of Jan. 6 rioters, telling the Senate Judiciary Committee he did not think violent rioters who assaulted law enforcement deserved a break.

Kash Patel distances himself from Trump's Jan. 6 pardons at FBI director confirmation hearing

An FDA recall on Lay's potato chips originally issued in December has been upgraded by the agency to its highest risk level.Three things to knowThe original recall was issued mid-December, with more than 6,000 bags of Lay's 13 oz. bags of classic chips removed from shelves in Washington and Oregon.

FDA upgrades recall of Lay's potato chips to most serious level

The tech-driven Nasdaq 100 may be undergoing a historic shift as it turns 40 this week.According to Strategas Securities' Todd Sohn, cryptocurrency companies could fuel the next wave of gains."Bitcoin is to crypto as the QQQ … is to technology type stocks," the firm's exchange-traded fund and technical strategist told CNBC's "ETF Edge" this week.

Nasdaq 100 celebrates 40 years: Is crypto the next big driver for gains?

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season!Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here.SOUTH EASTON, Mass. (AP) — Todd Brogna scored 28 points as Stonehill beat Wagner 73-61 on Thursday night.

Brogna’s 28 lead Stonehill over Wagner 73-61

Kristen Stewart and Steven Yeun dive headfirst into a love story between a buoy and a satellite spanning billions of years after the end of human civilization in the new film "Love Me."The project, in theaters Jan. 31 from filmmakers Andy and Sam Zuchero in their feature film directorial debut, explores themes of identity, love and what it truly means to exist.

Kristen Stewart, Steven Yeun on exploring humanity as AI robots in new film 'Love Me'

WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump administration changes have upended the U.S. agency charged with providing humanitarian aid to countries overseas, with dozens of senior officials put on leave, thousands of contractors laid off, and a sweeping freeze imposed on billions of dollars in foreign assistance.Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the pause on foreign assistance Thursday, saying “the U.S. government is not a charity.”

US aid agency is in upheaval during foreign assistance freeze and staff departures

Tenants of the Li'l Abner Mobile Home Park have until May to move out to make way for development. But those who move out on Friday will receive the largest incentive package.Friday is the deadline for people at a Sweetwater mobile home park to move out of their homes and receive the highest possible financial incentive package.

‘It's been a hard process': Families move out of Sweetwater mobile home park by Friday deadline

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Desmond Bane had 24 points and 12 rebounds, Jaren Jackson Jr. made the go-ahead free throws with 8.6 seconds left and scored 21, and the Memphis Grizzlies rallied past the Houston Rockets 120-119 on Thursday night.Luke Kennard added 21 points and Santi Aldama had 15 for Memphis, which has won six of seven.

Bane scores 24 points, Jackson hits go-ahead free throws as Grizzlies beat Rockets 120-119

‘Charity on camera is my number one pet peeve.’Many retail workers are busy restocking items that have been returned after the holiday rush. But one Walmart shopper shares the shocking reason behind two carts of returned children’s clothing.In a video with over 2.9 million views, TikToker Lexi (@lexilousimons82) shows two shopping carts filled past the brim with children’s clothing.

‘Why are people like this?’ Walmart shopper says customer returned 2 carts of children’s clothes. Then she learns the real reason why

A hotel front desk worker was caught off guard when a routine check-in question resulted in an unusually hostile response.The employee, who shared the story on Reddit this week, explained that the hotel requires staff to ask whether guests are staying for work or leisure, and if for work, which company they are with.

Hotel Employee Not Prepared for Guest's Response to This Routine Check-In Question

Plus: RFK Jr.'s plan to squash Big Pharma, J.D. Vance vs. the bishops, and more...FREEZE: With the exceptions of Social Security and Medicare benefits, the federal government has paused issuing grants, loans, and all other forms of financial assistance.

No More Government Assistance

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Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing additional allegations of sexual abuse and racketeering, according to an amended indictment in the music mogul's ongoing criminal case.Combs, who was charged with racketeering, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution following his September 2024 arrest, was accused of victimizing a trio of women as part of his alleged sex trafficking enterprise in a revised indictment filed in the Southern District of New York on Thursday.

Diddy allegedly forced 3 women into 'commercial sex acts,' revised indictment claims

NEW YORK (AP) — Dick Button was more than the most accomplished men’s figure skater in history. He was one of his sport’s great innovators and promoters, the man responsible not only for inventing the flying camel spin but describing it to generations of fans.

Dick Button, Olympic great and voice of skating, dies at 95

LOS ANGELES - The FDA has approved Journavx, a non-opioid pain medication developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals, marking the first new pharmaceutical approach to pain relief in over two decades.The drug is designed to provide an alternative to opioids, which have long been associated with addiction and overdose risks.

FDA approves first new non-opioid pain pill in 20 years—how it works

The FireAid Benefit Concert is being held to support Southern California communities devastated by the Los Angeles firesBilly Crystal shares one common goal that led to 54-year marriage to ‘extraordinary’ wifeIn a joint interview with "Before" co-star Jacobi Jupe, Billy Crystal revealed the secret to his 54-year marriage to his wife Janice, with whom he shares two daughters.

Billy Crystal describes pain of losing home in Palisades Fire at FireAid benefit concert: ‘Fell to my knees’

The redesigned 2026 Audi A5 will soon spawn a high-performance RS 5 flagshipThe new RS 5 will come with liftback and wagon body stylesPower will likely come from a plug-in hybrid powertrain built around a twin-turbo V-6Audi has a new A5 headed to showrooms shortly as a 2026 model, and once again there will be a high-performance RS 5 flagship, prototypes for which are still out testing.

2027 Audi RS 5 spied with new details

Sam Lilley, a young fiancé awaiting his fall wedding, was piloting the American Airlines flight that was minutes away from a safe landing when a collision with an Army helicopter plunged both aircrafts and everyone on board into Virginia’s Potomac River.“I was so proud when Sam became a pilot,” Lilley’s father, Timothy Lilley, said in a Facebook post Thursday.

First Officer Sam Lilley and Capt. Jonathan Campos

Connecticut, located in the northeastern United States, is a haven for diverse culinary scenes, arts and culture, rich history, and breathtaking views of the Connecticut River. Each town, such as Westport, with its long boardwalks and sandy beaches, or Essex, with its historic landmarks and attractions, and, of course, their charming downtowns, offers a unique experience waiting to be discovered.

7 Best Downtowns In Connecticut

Many houseplants require several hours of direct sunlight in order to grow and thrive. If the rooms in your home where you want to grow indoor plants don't have a lot of windows — or the windows don't face the right direction to let in sufficient sunlight — this may leave you wondering whether you'll even be able to add any greenery to your living space.