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As the Trump administration overhauls the student loan system, many borrowers pursuing Public Service Loan Forgiveness are worried about the program's future."There's a lot of panicking by PSLF borrowers due to the uncertainty," said higher education expert Mark Kantrowitz.Here’s what borrowers in the program need to know about recent changes affecting the program.

Student loan borrowers pursuing public service forgiveness are ‘panicking,' expert says. Here's what to know

CNN —Pope Francis experienced “two episodes of acute respiratory failure,” the Vatican said Monday.The episodes were caused by “significant accumulation of endobronchial mucus” and a consequent narrowing of the airways, the Vatican said.Earlier Monday, the 88-year-old pontiff underwent two bronchoscopies and doctors removed a buildup of secretions.

Pope Francis had two episodes of ‘acute respiratory failure,’ says Vatican

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Serbia’s populist president apologized Monday for calling a reporter with the state TV broadcaster an “imbecile” after her report from a massive anti-government protest over the weekend.University students in the Balkan country that has been ruled by a right-wing, pro-Russia government for over a decade have been holding nationwide protests since the fatal train station canopy collapse in November that killed 15 people.

Serbia’s president apologizes for calling state TV reporter an ‘imbecile’ over coverage of protests

Calling all Le Creuset fans — the iconic cast iron cookware brand just launched the Gourmand Collection, which features individually-sized versions of some of the brand’s most popular items, including mini cocottes, braisers and skillets. The pieces are all made from the brand’s signature dishwasher-safe enameled cast iron (excluding the wooden trivets) and designed for single-serve dishes, making them ideal for individual meal prep, dinner parties and more.

Le Creuset’s new cookware collection is perfect for single-serve dishes

The Warriors head to Manhattan to play the Knicks on Tuesday nightIn a physical game they never trailed, the Warriors pulled away from the Hornets with a decisive fourth quarter.Brandin Podziemski bounced back from his worst game in weeks to log 19 points and 10 rebounds and Steph Curry returned to his hometown with 21 points and 10 dimes.

Warriors pull away from Hornets in front end of back-to-back

“The universe is full of surprises.”It was a song that hooked me. “Boots of Spanish Leather,” a lesser-known Bob Dylan track I’d been playing on my Volkswagen tape deck obsessively — the Nanci Griffith version. I mimicked Griffith’s twang and bounced in and out of singing with her.

My Online Date Rejected Me. When He Asked Me Out Again 17 Years Later, I Was Shocked By What He Told Me.

ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — Lawmakers in Ghana have reintroduced an anti-LGBTQ+ bill that was passed by parliament last year but not enacted, a sponsor told The Associated Press on Monday.Former President Nana Akufo-Addo did not sign the bill into law last year before his term ended, saying he was waiting until the Supreme Court ruled on a challenge to it.

Lawmakers in Ghana reintroduce an anti-LGBTQ+ bill that sparked criticism

CNN —Apalachee High School head football coach Mike Hancock is stepping down to address his mental health after a mass shooting last year killed two students and two staff members – one of them a fellow coach – at the Georgia school.Hancock opened up about his struggle with depression, anxiety, grief and PTSD following the September 2024 shooting, which also left nine people injured.

Apalachee football coach steps down to focus on mental health recovery after shooting

23andMe's special committee of independent directors on Monday rejected CEO Anne Wojcicki's proposal to take the distressed genetic testing company private.Wojcicki submitted a proposal to the committee on Sunday, offering to acquire all of the company's outstanding shares for 41 cents each.Shares of 23andMe plunged 33% on Monday to $1.47 and have lost more than 99% of their value since peaking in 2021.

23andMe special committee again rejects CEO Wojcicki's take-private offer

A container ship at the Chinese port of Qingdao on Feb. 23. STR / AFP - Getty ImagesHONG KONG — Both China and Canada moved swiftly on Tuesday to retaliate against newly imposed U.S. tariffs, announcing their own levies on U.S. goods that could further disrupt U.S. trade with its top three trading partners.

Trade tensions heat up as China and Canada retaliate against U.S. tariffs

Cali, Colombia – Under lush trees drooping with moss and vines, Carlos Hernando Molina whistles as he approaches a herd of brown cows.This farm, called El Hatico, has been in Molina's family since the late 1700s. For centuries his family's cows would graze in open pastures under the hot sun.

This Colombian 'hotel for cows' could help reduce deforestation in the Amazon

Target will report fiscal fourth-quarter earnings before the bell on Tuesday.Analysts surveyed by LSEG are expecting earnings per share of $2.26 on revenue of $30.8 billion.The big-box retailer will host an investor and analyst meeting in New York City at 9 a.m. ET.

Target will report earnings before the bell. Here's what Wall Street expects

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating why multiple commercial flights about to land at Ronald Reagan National Airport, near Washington DC, repeatedly received midair collision alerts over the weekend when there were no other aircraft nearby.The alerts occurred only miles from the site of the deadly January 29 midair collision of American Eagle 5342 and a US Army Blackhawk helicopter.

Planes receive mysterious false midair collision alerts near Reagan National Airport

ARI SHAPIRO, HOST:A team of Palestinian and Israeli filmmakers won this year's Oscar for best documentary. Palestinians called it a morale boost. Israel's culture minister called it a sad moment for the world of cinema. NPR's Daniel Estrin reports from Tel Aviv.

Israel's culture minister calls a Palestinian-Israeli film's Oscar a 'sad moment'

March 3 (UPI) -- Paris Hilton says an "iconic" actress will portray her in a television adaptation of her memoir.Paris: The Memoir, which was published in June, offers readers "the story of who she really is.""Hilton will separate the creation from the creator, the brand from the ambassador, and show the woman who grew up with incredible privilege but was also trapped in a world of unreasonable expectation at a moment when young women were humiliated for sport in a gossip economy on steroids," the book's official synopsis reads.

Paris Hilton says 'iconic' actress will play her in 'Paris: The Memoir' series

The 12th-seeded Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles battle the 13th-seeded Coastal Carolina Chanticleers in the first round of the 2025 Sun Belt Conference Tournament on Tuesday night. The winner will face ninth-seeded Georgia Southern in Wednesday's second round. The Golden Eagles (10-21, 5-13 Sun Belt), who have lost eight games in a row, are 0-2 on neutral courts this season.

Southern Miss vs. Coastal Carolina prediction, odds, time: 2025 Sun Belt Tournament picks from proven model

Last-minute problems forced a launch delay Monday for SpaceX’s mega rocket Starship, attempting a comeback following an explosion on the last test flight.The countdown got down to the 40-second mark, but it was halted because of issues with the 403-foot (123-meter) rocket, the world’s largest and most powerful.

Last-minute problems with SpaceX's mega rocket Starship forces delay of latest test flight

For more than 100 years, the role of FBI deputy director has been filled by a career agent with previous bureau experience and an insider's understanding of day-to-day operations of federal law enforcement. As the FBI's own website puts it, the deputy director "oversees all FBI domestic and international investigative and intelligence activities."

New deputy FBI director Dan Bongino previously called for imprisoning Democrats

March 3 (UPI) -- An Indian man was awarded more than $200 in compensation when he sued a movie theater chain for showing too many commercials before a film.Abhishek M R, 31, of Bangalore, filed a suit with the Bangalore District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission after he attended a Dec. 26, 2023, screening of Sam Bahadur at the PVR multiplex in Bangalore.

Man wins over $200 in lawsuit over movie theater showing too many commercials

Newsweek's map shows that the Chinese navy continues its possible circumnavigation of Australia, a United States ally in the South Pacific, as it is near the country's west coast.The Chinese Defense Ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment.Why It Matters

Map Shows Chinese Warships Encircling US Ally in Pacific

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President Donald Trump directed his administration to "pause" military aid to Ukraine after the contentious Oval Office meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Feb. 28, two White House officials told ABC News.A White House official said Trump has been clear that he is focused on peace and added, "We need our partners to be committed to that goal as well.

Trump directs administration to 'pause' military aid to Ukraine

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Thousands of revelers adorned in beads and outlandish costumes will fill the streets of New Orleans as the city celebrates Mardi Gras Day despite anticipated severe storms.The city’s two biggest parades — hosted by social clubs Krewe of Zulu and Krewe of Rex — are set to go on with earlier start times, shorter routes and no marching bands, New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick told reporters Monday.

New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras Day with costumes and revelry despite weather concerns

Riley Gaines, Jennifer Sey, others rip lawmakersSenator reacts to Trump's spat with Maine governorSen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., appears on OutKick's "Don't @ Me with Dan Dakich" to talk about President Trump's spat with Maine Gov. Janet Mills.

Senate Dems face backlash after bill to prevent boys from playing girls' sports fails to break filibuster

A spring storm bringing severe weather will impact the U.S. through the middle of the week, with parts of the country experiencing thunderstorms and "critical fire" risk conditions.The "multi-hazard storm" is expected to move across the Central Plains and through the Midwest toward the Great Lakes region starting Monday evening, the National Weather Service (NWS) says.

Severe weather and critical fire risk, ranked 'multi-hazard,' expected nationwide

Published: Mar. 05, 2025, 12:00 a.m.Carl Dean, Dolly Parton’s husband and love of more than 60 years, has died.Parton made the announcement with a statement on her website and social media Monday.“Carl Dean, husband of Dolly Parton, passed away March 3rd in Nashville at the age of 82,” the statement said.

Dolly Parton’s husband Carl Dean dies. Parton: ‘Words can’t do justice’ to their love.

The latest SpaceX launch of Starship, the largest rocket ever built, has been postponed.The company, which was founded by Elon Musk, was gearing up to again attempt a successful launch of its rocket Monday evening. An explanation for what caused the postponement was not provided by SpaceX, though delays have not been uncommon during the endeavors.

The latest launch for Elon Musk's Starship rocket has been delayed

Woman accusing Jay Z, Sean 'Diddy' Combs of sexual assault dropped her lawsuit in FebruaryFormer federal prosecutor calls latest Diddy court claims 'weak'Sex trafficking suspect Sean 'Diddy' Combs' protest about having his jail cell searched is a stretch, according to Neama Rahmani, a trial lawyer and former assistant US attorney.

Jay-Z files lawsuit against former sexual assault accuser, claims Jane Doe admitted to fabricating story

‘Trade that thing in.’@j..brooke..81/TikTokKen Wolter/ShutterStockArtistic Operations/ShutterStock(Licensed)An exasperated Nissan driver was stunned to see her car’s check engine light come on—after just 18,000 miles. Brooke (@j..brooke..81) vented her frustrations over the problems she’s experiencing with her 2023 Maxima in a viral TikTok.

‘I’m about to crash out’: Nissan Maxima driver says check engine light came on at 18K miles. Then an O’Reilly’s worker tells her disturbing news

Hong Kong/Beijing CNN —As President Donald Trump unleashes sweeping changes across the US government and overturns decades of American foreign policy, Chinese leader Xi Jinping is preparing to hold a major political gathering designed to project something else: tightly-controlled stability.Thousands of delegates are arriving in the Chinese capital this week for the country’s “two sessions” annual meeting, a highly choreographed spectacle where Xi and his officials will broadcast China as a major power that’s confident in its direction and steadily advancing its tech prowess and global rise.

As Trump upends US government, Xi aims to project that it’s business as usual in China

“There isn’t much point in paying for seats if you can’t actually sit on them. Was I unreasonable?” she asked on MumsnetAn airplane passenger is still up in the air about her decision to not give up the aisle seat she purchased to another traveler on her flight.

Passenger Who Refused to Give Aisle Seat to ‘Overweight’ Traveler on Flight Is Second Guessing Her Decision

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s long-threatened tariffs against Canada and Mexico finally went into effect Tuesday, putting global markets on edge and setting up costly retaliations by the United States’ North American allies.Starting just past midnight, imports from Canada and Mexico are now to be taxed at 25%, with Canadian energy products getting tariffed at 10%.