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WASHINGTON (AP) — Schools and colleges across the U.S. face a Friday deadline to end diversity programs or risk having their federal money pulled by the Trump administration, yet few are openly rushing to make changes. Many believe they’re on solid legal ground, and they know it would be all but unprecedented — and extremely time-consuming — for the government to cut off funding.

As Trump’s deadline to eliminate DEI nears, few schools openly rush to make changes

The legal battle over Adnan Syed ‘s conviction, scrutinized a decade ago in the hit podcast “Serial,” keeps twisting and turning, even after prosecutors freed him from more than 23 years in prison for a murder he still says he didn’t commit.

What you need to know about Adnan Syed’s murder conviction

CNN —A bust of Winston Churchill will gaze at Keir Starmer on Thursday as he executes one of the trickiest visits by a British Prime Minister with a US president since the days of the great World War II leader.Starmer has a critical mission in the Oval Office — to peel Donald Trump away from Russian President Vladimir Putin, to extract security guarantees for Ukraine following an eventual peace deal and to save the transatlantic alliance.

Trump, Starmer at odds over security guarantees for Ukraine ahead of critical talks

The cannabis industry is booming with innovation as we dive into 2025. With more people exploring cannabis for both recreational and medicinal purposes, companies are stepping up their game to offer fresh and exciting products. Whether you’re a long-time enthusiast or just cannabis-curious, here’s a peek at some of the coolest new trends—and yes, we’ve got examples to back it up!

The cannabis industry is booming with innovation as we dive into 2025

CNN —The Pentagon plans to kick out currently serving transgender service members who don’t meet specific requirements under its new policy, according to official guidance made public in a Wednesday court filing.“Service members who have a current diagnosis or history of, or exhibit symptoms consistent with, gender dysphoria will be processed for separation from military service,” says a memo outlining the policy, which was signed by the official performing the duties of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness.

Pentagon plans to remove transgender service members under new policy

WASHINGTON -- Shaedon Sharpe has been one of the NBA's most gifted young dunk artists since he was selected seventh overall by the Portland Trail Blazers in the 2022 NBA draft. But he reached a new level Wednesday night -- possibly literally.Sharpe's vicious one-handed slam over the unfortunately placed Justin Champagnie was immediately hailed as one of the best in the NBA this season.

Shaedon Sharpe's dunk highlight of career night for Blazers

The landscape of cannabis advocacy has evolved dramatically over the past decade, reaching pivotal milestones in 2024 and laying the groundwork for continued efforts in 2025. From legislative victories to societal shifts in perception, advocates are celebrating successes while remaining vigilant about the challenges that lie ahead.

Cannabis Advocacy 2025

The USWNT must beat Japan to win a sixth successive SheBelieves CupHow to watch and oddsGOAL! USA 1, JPN 1Second half underwayHT: USA 1, JPN 1USWNT have a lookInjury stoppageJapan go for goal againJapan close to anotherSigns of life from the USWNT

USWNT vs. Japan score: Live updates, highlights as new-look USA face must-win game in SheBelieves Cup finale

Meta said it is fixing an error that caused some users to see content in their Instagram Reels feed "that should not have been recommended," a Meta spokesperson said.It comes after users took to social media to complain about a sudden wave of recommended content that included violent and sexual imagery.

Meta apologizes after Instagram users flag flood of graphic and violent content

A Food and Drug Administration vaccine advisory committee meeting that was set to discuss what flu strains to include in next season's flu vaccine has been canceled, multiple sources told ABC News, leaving some to wonder if the meeting cancelation will delay next year's flu vaccine delivery schedule.

FDA cancels pivotal advisory meeting about next season's flu vaccine

CNN —Chief Justice John Roberts on Wednesday paused a court-imposed midnight deadline that would have required the Trump administration to release $2 billion in frozen foreign aid, a goal that the government has claimed it is unable to meet.The emergency appeal marks the first time President Donald Trump’s efforts to drastically remake the federal government – including with deep cuts across government agencies – have reached the nation’s highest court.

Chief Justice John Roberts pauses order for Trump admin to pay $2 billion in foreign aid by midnight

WASHINGTON — The FBI said on Wednesday that North Korea was responsible for the theft of approximately $1.5 billion in virtual assets from cryptocurrency exchange ByBit.The agency said it refers to this specific North Korean malicious cyber activity as “TraderTraitor.”“TraderTraitor actors are proceeding rapidly and have converted some of the stolen assets to bitcoin and other virtual assets dispersed across thousands of addresses on multiple blockchains,” it said in a public service announcement.

North Korea was responsible for $1.5 billion ByBit hack, FBI says

House Republicans signaled they’re going full steam ahead on significant changes to Medicaid, despite pressure from Democrats and even some moderates in their party.The suggested overhauls to the program, which provides health care for lower-income Americans and those with disabilities, are part of an effort to slash federal spending and hit the House GOP’s goal of cutting $2 trillion over a decade from the federal budget.

Republicans pushing forward on Medicaid changes, despite potential political fallout

WASHINGTON (AP) — Building lethality in the military may be the buzzword for the new Trump administration, but busywork and paperwork have become the reality at the Pentagon, as service members and civilian workers are facing a broad mandate to purge all of the department's social media sites and untangle confusing personnel reduction moves.

Pentagon orders new purge of social media sites to dump diversity, inclusion mentions by March 5

Immigrant rights groups and immigration law experts are raising concerns after the Department of Homeland Security announced that it is creating an online database designed to keep track of migrants over the age of 14 who are living in the country illegally.Migrants who are in the United States without authorization must register their information in a database that tracks them in an effort to "compel" self-deportation, the DHS said in a press release on Tuesday.

Immigration law experts raise concerns over DHS registry for migrants in the country illegally

The company said the proposed acquisition by its founding family has failed to secure the financing needed to submit a takeover proposal to the company.Trading house Itochu had decided not to participate in the buyout, according to Reuters.Seven & i said that it "remains committed to exploring all opportunities to unlock value for shareholders, including the proposal from Canadian convenience store operator Alimentation Couche-Tard.

Seven & i shares plunge over 12% as management buyout falls through

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered a zoo to improve the health of an African elephant named Ely, the first time the country’s highest court has made such a move in favor of an animal.The court ordered that there be “a constant improvement of her health and physical condition.”

Mexico’s Supreme Court orders a zoo to improve conditions for Ely the elephant

In the frenzy surrounding Blake Lively v. Justin Baldoni, people are pointing to Anna Kendrick’s BAFTA awards show speech.It was inevitable that Anna Kendrick would get dragged into the social media frenzy surrounding Blake Lively’s highly divisive legal battle with Justin Baldoni.After all, Kendrick reunites with Lively in the new movie “Another Simple Favor,” a sequel to their hit 2018 black comedy thriller “A Simple Favor.” The trailer for the Amazon MGM Studios film was released Wednesday, ahead of its premiere next month at the SXSW film festival and its streaming debut May 1.

Is Blake Lively’s co-star Anna Kendrick secretly Team Baldoni?

A rumored professional split between two popular online personalities has fans speculating about whether a personal feud is to blame.“Call Her Daddy” podcast host Alex Cooper’s company Unwell Network reportedly dropped popular lifestyle influencer Alix Earle’s podcast “Hot Mess” from its line-up, according to Variety.

What to know about Alix Earle, Alex Cooper and their reported professional fallout

Editor’s Note: CNN’s 5 Things newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest headlines and fascinating stories to start and end your busy day. Sign up here.👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Drinking tea has long been linked to various health benefits, including a lower risk of heart disease and inflammation in the body.

How glaciers helped life evolve, new version of Alexa, perks of drinking tea: Catch up on the day’s stories

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WASHINGTON — House and Senate Republicans have voted to approve competing budget measures to pass portions of President Donald Trump’s agenda. And top GOP lawmakers insisted Wednesday they won’t accept the other chamber’s version.Under the arcane process that Republicans are using, both the House and the Senate must approve the same budget resolution before they can formally craft a massive party-line bill that can evade the Senate filibuster and cut Democrats out of the process.

House and Senate GOP approved competing budget plans. Now comes the hard part.

The $9 toll, an attempt to limit traffic and pollution in city, 'must cease' by March 21Dept of Transportation moves to end New York City's congestion pricingFOX Business correspondent Madison Alworth reports on the Department of Transportation terminating approval for NYC congestion pricing on 'America Reports.'The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a letter ordering New York City's Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to eliminate its controversial congestion pricing tolls by mid-March.

Trump administration sets deadline for NYC to shut down controversial congestion pricing toll

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration says it is eliminating more than 90% of the U.S. Agency for International Development’s foreign aid contracts and $60 billion in overall U.S. assistance around the world, according to an internal memo obtained by The Associated Press.

Trump administration cutting 90% of USAID foreign aid contracts, documents show

Michelle was just 39 when she died. As fans grieve the loss of a 2000s icon, we’re looking back at photos of the late star.Michelle Trachtenberg cemented herself as a 2000s icon in Hollywood. From her rise as a child star to her years as a young adult, the late actress was versatile while approaching her film career.

Michelle Trachtenberg: Pics of the Late ‘Ice Princess’ & ‘Buffy’ Star

FRANKFORT, Ky. —A case of measles has popped up in Kentucky, according to health officials.The Kentucky Department for Public Health and Franklin County Health Department announced the case Wednesday night.Officials said the adult has traveled internationally recently to an area with ongoing measles transmission.

Kentucky health officials announce confirmed case of measles

The actress, 39, was known for 'Gossip Girl,' 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Harriet the Spy'Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines February 26Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here.Tributes began pouring in from Michelle Trachtenberg's former co-stars Wednesday after the news of her death broke.

Michelle Trachtenberg's death leaves Hollywood stunned: Blake Lively, Rosie O'Donnell lead tributes

‘What noise did the car make again?’A first-time oil change can be nerve-wracking, but one woman witnessed a hilariously unexpected moment during her sister’s first experience.On Jan. 4, the TikTok account @spammyspamacnt shared the video retelling the moment it went wrong when a mechanic asked her sister to rev the engine.

Woman goes to get her first oil change. Then they ask her to rev it up to 2,000 RPMs and hold it for 2 seconds

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

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon revealed the specifics of its new transgender troop policy in a court filing Wednesday that says any service member or recruit who has been diagnosed with or treated for gender dysphoria is disqualified from serving — unless they can prove they meet a specific warfighting need and adhere to severe restrictions on their day-to-day behavior.