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Firings of federal workers begin as White House seeks to pressure Democrats in shutdown
The White House budget office says mass firings of federal workers have started in an attempt to exert more pressure on Democratic lawmakers as the government shutdown continues.
Israel, Hamas agree to 'first phase' of plan to end fighting, release hostages, Trump says
Israel and Hamas agreed to the "first phase" of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners, U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs is sentenced to more than 4 years in prison
Combs, 55, was convicted in July of flying people across state lines for drug-fueled marathon sexual encounters.
Government shutdown begins as nation faces new period of uncertainty
The government shutdown has begun. Trump vows to "do things that are irreversible, that are bad" as he seeks to punish Democrats, and his administration has called for mass firings.
Government headed to a shutdown after last-ditch vote fails in Senate
The 55-45 vote Tuesday on the bill to extend federal funding for seven weeks fell short of the 60 needed to end a filibuster.
Trump calls for using US cities as 'training ground' for armed forces in unusual speech to generals
During his nearly hour-long speech, Hegseth said the U.S. military has promoted too many leaders for the wrong reasons based on race, gender quotas and “historic firsts.”
Robert Redford, Oscar-winning actor, director and indie patriarch, dies at 89
The Hollywood golden boy who became an Oscar-winning director, liberal activist and godfather for independent cinema died in Utah on Tuesday.
'The Pitt' wins drama Emmy Award as the 'The Studio' breaks Emmys comedy record
Seth Rogen, co-creator of "The Studio," personally took four Emmys, including acting, directing, and writing.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing had become 'more political' and likely acted alone
The suspect in custody in connection with Kirk's killing is Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Utah, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah college event
A "person of interest" was in custody Wednesday evening, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said, though no charges were immediately announced.
Trump says US has carried out strike against drug-carrying vessel that left from Venezuela
President Donald Trump says the U.S. has carried out a strike in the southern Caribbean against a drug-carrying vessel that departed from Venezuela.
FDA approves updated COVID-19 shots but limits access for some kids and adults
Use was narrowed for younger adults and children to those with at least one high-risk health condition, such as asthma or obesity.
Hulk Hogan, icon in professional wrestling, dies at age 71
Hulk Hogan, the mustachioed, headscarf-wearing icon in the world of professional wrestling, has died at the age of 71, Florida police and WWE said Thursday.
House ending session early as Republicans clash over Epstein vote
House Speaker Mike Johnson's stance seemed unlikely to satisfy many Republicans who are threatening to support a bipartisan bill to pry information from the Justice Department.
Sean “Diddy” Combs acquitted of most serious charges, convicted of prostitution-related offense
Sean “Diddy Combs was convicted of a prostitution-related offense but acquitted Wednesday of sex trafficking and racketeering charges that could have put him behind bars for life.
Senate passes Trump’s big tax and spending cuts bill as Vance breaks a 50-50 tie
Vice President JD Vance broke a 50-50 tie to push it over the top. The bill next goes back to the House.
Reports: Bryan Kohberger to plead guilty to killing 4 University of Idaho students
Bryan Kohberger has agreed to plead guilty to murdering four University of Idaho students as part of a deal to avoid the death penalty.
LIVE UPDATES: Supreme Court limits judges' power on injunctions, fate of birthright citizenship unclear
The Supreme Court is meeting to decide the final cases of its term, including birthright citizenship and a Texas law aimed at blocking kids from seeing online pornography.
Trump announces ceasefire between Iran, Israel hours after missiles launched at US base
Iran said that it attacked American forces at Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base and called it “a mighty and successful response by the armed forces of Iran to America’s aggression.”
US strikes 3 Iranian sites, joining Israeli air campaign against nuclear program
The decision to directly involve the U.S. came after more than a week of strikes by Israel on Iran.
Supreme Court OKs Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for kids, a loss for trans rights
The justices' 6-3 decision effectively protects from legal challenges many efforts by Trump's Republican administration and state governments to roll back protections for transgender people.
Appeals court temporarily blocks judge's ruling to return control of National Guard to California
The order takes effect at noon Friday. It said the deployment violated the Tenth Amendment and exceeded Trump's statutory authority.
Federal judge approves $2.8B antitrust settlement, clears way for colleges to pay athletes
A federal judge has signed off on arguably the biggest change in the history of college sports, clearing the way for schools to begin paying their athletes millions of dollars.
Journalism surges to win Preakness Stakes
Journalism rallies to win the Preakness Stakes, the second jewel of the Triple Crown.
Robert Prevost selected as first American pope in history of the Catholic Church
Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected the first American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church.
Miami quarterback Cam Ward goes No. 1 overall in NFL draft to Titans
Miami quarterback Cam Ward was selected first overall by the Tennessee Titans to open the 2025 NFL draft in Green Bay, Wis.
Supreme Court: Trump administration must work to bring back mistakenly deported Maryland man
Kilmar Abrego Garcia had a court order preventing his deportation to his native El Salvador over fears he'd face persecution from gangs.
Trump pauses tariffs on most nations for 90 days, raises taxes on Chinese imports
Facing a global market meltdown, Trump on Wednesday abruptly backed down on his tariffs on most nations for 90 days, but raised his tax rate on Chinese imports to 125%.
UConn women claim record 12th national championship, first since 2016
The University of Connecticut women's basketball team won its record 12th NCAA national championship Sunday, defeating South Carolina 82-59 in Tampa, Fla.
Trump imposes new tariffs as he takes a political and financial gamble
After weeks of White House hype and public anxiety, President Donald Trump was scheduled Wednesday to announce a barrage of what he calls reciprocal tariffs on friend and foe alike.
George Foreman, the glowering heavyweight who became a lovable champion, dies at 76
George Foreman, the fearsome heavyweight who lost the “Rumble in the Jungle” to Muhammad Ali before his second act as a 45-year-old champion and a successful businessman, died Friday night.
Trump orders plan to dismantle the Education Department while keeping some core functions
Democrats said the order will be fought in the courts and in Congress, and they urged Republicans to join them in opposition.
Senate passes six-month funding bill hours before shutdown deadline
The vote was 54-46. Democrats voiced frustration that Republicans went ahead with a measure they said included little input from them.
Authorities: Armed man shot by Secret Service near White House while Trump out of town
An armed man believed to be traveling from Indiana was shot near the White House by U.S. Secret Service agents after a confrontation early Sunday.
Trump takes credit for 'swift and unrelenting' action in speech to Congress
His theme was the "renewal of the American dream," the White House said, and he laid out his achievements.
Strip club Cinderella story 'Anora' wins best picture at 97th Academy Awards
"Anora,” a strip-club Cinderalla story without the fairy tale ending, was crowned best picture at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, handing Sean Baker’s gritty, Brooklyn-set screwball farce Hollywood’s top prize.
DOE asks NCAA, high schools to erase records set by transgender athletes
The Department of Education asked the NCAA and a key high-school sports organization to restore titles, awards and records it says have been “misappropriated by biological males competing in female categories.”
Judge temporarily blocks Trump plan offering incentives for federal workers to resign
The ruling came hours before the midnight deadline for workers to apply for the deferred resignation program, which has been commonly described as a buyout.
Trump signs executive order to bar transgender athletes from girls', women's sports
It gives federal agencies wide latitude to ensure entities that receive federal funding abide by the Trump administration's Title IX rules.
