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CNN —Congress averted a government shutdown Friday just hours before the funding deadline, after the Senate approved a House-passed spending bill that exposed deep rifts within the Democratic Party.The stopgap measure to fund the government into the fall now heads to the desk of President Donald Trump, who is expected to sign it.

Congress averts government shutdown after Senate passes stopgap funding bill

The nuns who operate the Vatican’s switchboard are fielding a growing number of callsHow’s Pope Francis doing? Can you give him my get-well wishes? Can I speak with him directly?The nuns who operate the Vatican’s switchboard are fielding a growing number of calls with questions like that as the pope remains hospitalized in Rome.

Vatican switchboard nuns field growing calls about pope — but no, you can’t speak with him directly

Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona says he didn't think owning a Tesla would become political, so he's getting rid of his.Ariana Triggs

'Last trip in this car:' Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly says he's dumping his Tesla

View image in fullscreenKey eventsShow key events onlyPlease turn on JavaScript to use this featureThe Red Bulls are always ones to watch – seeming to have a lock on the world champion will do that – but there’s an added dimension for this qualifying session.

Formula One: Australian Grand Prix qualifying – live

WASHINGTON — Dr. Mehmet Oz, President Donald Trump's pick to lead Medicare and Medicaid, on Friday sidestepped several questions from senators about whether he supports a House budget resolution that could lead to significant cuts to Medicaid.The budget plan, adopted by House Republicans late last month, directs the Energy and Commerce Committee to identify at least $880 billion in mandatory spending cuts over the next 10 years, the majority of which is expected to come from the health program.

Dr. Oz dodges questions on Medicaid cuts at Senate confirmation hearing

As retirement ages shift, are you ready to adapt your planning for **Social Security benefits**?In 2025, the **full retirement age** (FRA) for **Social Security benefits** will reach 67 for those born in 1960 and later.

Prepare for the 2025 Social Security Changes Impacting Retirement Plans

CNBC's Jim Cramer told investors how to make the most of a tough spell of market losses, advising them to find bargains in the IPO sector, including Cava, Reddit and Viking Holdings."Even after today's rebound, tons of stocks are still so far down from their highs," he said.

Jim Cramer names IPOs to buy on weakness: Cava, Reddit and Viking

Resources minister says she is ‘sad’ the US did not embrace a more reliable supply of minerals for renewable energy and battery technologiesThe Australian resources minister was saddened the US did not accept an offer of guaranteed supply to critical minerals in return for steel and aluminium tariff exemptions, and has warned the package will not be improved.

Australia will not revise critical minerals-for-tariffs exemption deal rejected by Trump administration

A dispute between Jersey Shore neighbors ended Monday with a husband and wife hospitalized with critical injuries and another man dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.The chaos unfolded around 4:45 p.m. in Berkeley Township, New Jersey. Officers were called to a home on Drake Drive and found the husband and wife suffering from a gunshot wound, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office said in a news release.

Jersey Shore couple shot by neighbor after yearslong feud, wife tells 911 'I'm bleeding to death'

March 15 (UPI) -- Those born on this date are under the sign of Pisces.They include:-- Andrew Jackson, seventh president of the United States, in 1767-- Actor Joe E. Ross in 1914-- Musician Harry James in 1916-- Astronaut Alan Bean in 1932

Famous birthdays for March 15: will.i.am, Judd Hirsch

(CNN) — Raw cheese made with milk from dairy cattle infected with bird flu can harbor infectious virus for months and may be a risk to public health, according to a new study from researchers at Cornell University that was funded by the US Food and Drug Administration.

H5N1 bird flu virus is stable and infectious in raw milk cheese for months, study shows

The Veterans Affairs Department on Friday reversed a policy that had protected gender-affirming healthcare provided to transgender veterans, causing confusion and fear in the community.In an internal VA memo seen by NPR Friday, the VA says it's rescinding Directive 1341, which contains detailed guidance on the kinds of care transgender veterans can receive at VA facilities.

Transgender veterans' health services in question as VA rescinds guidance on care

The best golfers have excellent technique and well-developed skills, but they also have high-quality gear. While a well-made set of clubs is essential, don’t underestimate the importance of a reliable pair of golf shoes.Unlike other sports, golf doesn’t require fast or agile movements, but you still need comfortable, durable shoes.

Best men’s golf shoes

On March 15, 2021, the U.S. Senate confirmed Deb Haaland as secretary of the Interior Department, making her the first Native American to serve in a presidential Cabinet.March 15 (UPI) -- On this date in history:In 44 B.C., Julius Caesar was assassinated by Brutus and others in Rome.

On This Day: 51 Haaland becomes 1st Native American Cabinet secretary

CNN —There is often a gulf between what Russian President Vladimir Putin says and what he actually means.Asked about the US-backed proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, Putin gave a long and convoluted answer during his Thursday news conference. Some sentences were made-for-TV, with short quotes that sounded very favorable – when seen out of context – to the Trump administration’s plan, which Ukraine has already agreed to.

The stark divide between what Putin said and what he meant

Don't look now, but the Minnesota Timberwolves, who have been largely written off for the better part of this season, are looking like a team that could once again pose real playoff problems a year after making their Western Conference finals run.With a 118-111 win over the Magic on Friday, the Wolves have now won seven straight games as they set their sights on a top-six playoff seed.

Timberwolves run win streak to seven games as they continue to look like a playoff problem

Most multiples are keenly aware of their birth order, but for triplets Janie, Wright and Luke Hilbert, the answers as to who came first (and second ... and third) didn't come until they reached age 18.In a TikTok video that's been viewed more than 20 million times, Janie shared her and her brothers' reactions to discovering their birth order on their 18th birthday.

EXCLUSIVE: Triplets find out their birth order at age 18 in viral TikTok. Why their parents waited

March 14 (UPI) -- Johns Hopkins University announced Thursday it's laying off over 2,000 employees amid budget cuts made by the Trump administration.The largest layoff in the school's history, 2,200 people will be laid off, and then another 100 will be subject to reduced schedules.

More than 2,000 laid off at Johns Hopkins University amid Trump budget cuts

‘I was in the mood for homemade chocolate chip cookies but then saw this.’This woman was disappointed to see just how expensive Nestlé Toll House chocolate chips have gotten. Viewers say they’re not even worth it.Groceries have gotten incredibly expensive. For some goods, it made sense, given the rapid inflation costs.

‘Are you … kidding me!?’: Shopper tries to make homemade cookies. Then she takes a closer look at the Nestlé Toll House chocolate chips

"I never saw her again." A 24-year-old described to investigators his encounter with Sudiksha Konanki, a Virginia 20-year-old last seen on March 6 while on spring break in Punta CanaThe college student who may have been the last person to see a Virginia 20-year-old who went missing on spring break in the Dominican Republic told investigators about their encounter.

Tequila, a big wave and a missing student: What spring breaker told police

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A government shutdown was set to happen at the end of the day Friday. As the clock ticked, Senate Democrats were in an unenviable position. They were forced to choose between a GOP bill that reprioritizes federal funding to reflect Trump's priorities and gives him more leeway in spending decisions, or shut down the federal government.

Democratic anger boils over as Schumer, 9 other Dem senators vote to avoid shutdown

ATLANTA (AP) — A dynamic storm system threatening to spawn powerful tornadoes and hail as big as baseballs has earned a relatively rare designation from forecasters: A “high risk” day of severe weather.Parts of Missouri, Iowa and Illinois saw some of the most extreme weather on Friday, with the system forecast to take aim Saturday at southern states including Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama.

Extreme weather expected Saturday gets rarely used ‘high risk’ designation

CNN —A federal appeals court will allow the Trump administration to implement directives from the president cracking down on diversity, equity and inclusion programs, as an appeal of a ruling pausing those orders plays out.Two of the three judges on the 4th US Circuit Court of Appeals panel wrote concurring opinions raising concerns about the anti-DEI directives, even as they concluded that the administration had met the bar for putting the trial judge’s ruling on hold.

Appeals court allows Trump administration to enforce anti-DEI executive orders

COULEE DAM, Wash. -- Trump administration workforce cuts at federal agencies overseeing U.S. dams are threatening their ability to provide reliable electricity, supply farmers with water and protect communities from floods, employees and industry experts warn.The Bureau of Reclamation provides water and hydropower to the public in 17 western states.

Critics warn cuts at agencies overseeing US dams could put public safety at risk

So far, 2025 really sucks, but Jason Sudeikis just made it suck a little less. In contrast with all the toxic masculine energy of today’s political climate, Sudeikis just announced he’s bringing back Ted Lasso for a surprise fourth season.Though season three was largely believed to be the Apple TV+ comedy’s final season—it even ended with the kindly

Ted Lasso: Season 4: Everything We Know About the Surprise Season

Bryan Kohberger's 'brow' talk, Karen Read on defense, Menendez brothers bid for freedomBryan Kohberger can face death penalty if convicted in students' murders, judge rulesChanley Painter joins 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss judge's death penalty ruling in Idaho college murder case.

Fox News True Crime Newsletter: Bryan Kohberger's new defense, Karen Read's 'propaganda,' Luigi's linguistics

Walking through a vintage car show, you can't help but notice just how different old cars feel. Hop in one and you realize that they're built like tanks (or boats, as we used to say) but somehow, they also feel oddly futuristic.

From Pop-Up Headlights to Bench Seats: 13 Retro Car Features We Miss

CNN —President Donald Trump launched some of his harshest attacks yet on the media on Friday, using a speech at the Department of Justice to baselessly accuse outlets including CNN of illegal and corrupt behavior.In his Friday speech, Trump praised Florida district court Judge Aileen Cannon, whom he appointed in 2020 and who sided with him in January, blocking the DOJ from sharing a report on Trump’s alleged mishandling of classified documents with members of Congress.

Trump baselessly accuses news media of ‘illegal’ behavior and corruption in DOJ speech

ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — The fall of Syrian President Bashar Assad’s government has aggravated already tense relations between Turkey and Israel, with their conflicting interests in Syria pushing the relationship toward a possible collision course.Turkey, which long backed groups opposed to Assad, has emerged as a key player in Syria and is advocating for a stable and united Syria, in which a central government maintains authority over the whole country.