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As Trump orders UFO data released, a question hangs: If aliens exist, what would they think of us?

For generations, human beings have wondered: What would alien life from another planet be like

As Trump orders UFO data released, a question hangs: If aliens exist, what would they think of us?
Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Death toll from Afghan quake rises, including 8 members of refugee family returned from Iran

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake has struck northern Afghanistan, killing at least eight members of a refugee family near Kabul

Death toll from Afghan quake rises, including 8 members of refugee family returned from Iran
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Housing market trends favor home shoppers, but Iran war clouds the outlook for mortgage rates

The economic fallout from the war with Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home, even as other housing market trends in many parts of the country favor home shoppers this spring

Housing market trends favor home shoppers, but Iran war clouds the outlook for mortgage rates
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

European ministers call for profit caps on energy companies as Iran war drives price surge

Finance ministers from five European Union member states are urging the bloc to introduce a windfall tax on energy companies as surging oil and gas prices raise inflation fears

European ministers call for profit caps on energy companies as Iran war drives price surge
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia and Ukraine trade deadly strikes as Zelenskyy travels to Istanbul for talks with Erdogan

Russian drone strikes on Ukraine have killed six people and wounded over 30 more, according to Ukrainian officials, while Russia reported four deaths

Russia and Ukraine trade deadly strikes as Zelenskyy travels to Istanbul for talks with Erdogan
Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Some countries are reducing paths to citizenship. This one’s opening up

Some countries are reducing paths to citizenship. This one’s opening up

Some countries are reducing paths to citizenship. This one’s opening up
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Hawaii doctor’s testimony in his attempted murder trial makes this a case of ‘she said, he said’

Hawaii doctor’s testimony in his attempted murder trial makes this a case of ‘she said, he said’

Hawaii doctor’s testimony in his attempted murder trial makes this a case of ‘she said, he said’
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Iran’s ‘new’ regime looks much the same, only harsher

Iran’s ‘new’ regime looks much the same, only harsher

Iran’s ‘new’ regime looks much the same, only harsher
Australia|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

US sprinters Richardson and Coleman advance to the Stawell Gift semifinals in Australia

American sprinters Sha’Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman have won their heats and qualified for Monday’s semifinals of the Stawell Gift, an annual race contested over 120 meters on grass in a small Australian town near Melbourne

US sprinters Richardson and Coleman advance to the Stawell Gift semifinals in Australia
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

US military jets hit in Iran war are the first shot down by enemy fire in over 20 years

Iran shooting down two American military jets marks an exceedingly rare assault for the U.S. that hasn't happened in more than 20 years

US military jets hit in Iran war are the first shot down by enemy fire in over 20 years
Crime|US|World

2nd man arrested in drive-by shooting that killed 7-month-old girl

Police say a second suspect in the stray-bullet killing of a 7-month-old baby on a Brooklyn street has been arrested in Pennsylvania

2nd man arrested in drive-by shooting that killed 7-month-old girl
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Bondi struggled to prosecute Trump foes. But will a new attorney general make a difference?

Pam Bondi is out of her job after failing to deliver criminal cases against President Donald Trump’s political enemies

Bondi struggled to prosecute Trump foes. But will a new attorney general make a difference?
Business|Economy|Education|Lifestyle|Political|World

As Taiwan steels its defenses against China, some are hatching escape plans

As Taiwan steels its defenses against China, some are hatching escape plans

As Taiwan steels its defenses against China, some are hatching escape plans
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump signs memo directing DHS to pay all workers amid shutdown

Trump signs memo directing DHS to pay all workers amid shutdown

Trump signs memo directing DHS to pay all workers amid shutdown
MidEast|Political|World

China aims to show global leadership with Iran war diplomacy. US appears uninterested

China is stepping up its diplomacy as the Iran war drags on

China aims to show global leadership with Iran war diplomacy. US appears uninterested
Business|Political|US|World

Hegseth tells Army chief of staff to retire immediately

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth told US Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George to retire, as well as firing two other Army generals.

Hegseth tells Army chief of staff to retire immediately
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

‘This is a recalibration’: Trump Cabinet worries no one is safe after Bondi and Noem firings

‘This is a recalibration’: Trump Cabinet worries no one is safe after Bondi and Noem firings

‘This is a recalibration’: Trump Cabinet worries no one is safe after Bondi and Noem firings
Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II's moonbound astronauts capture Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they leave it behind

The Artemis II astronauts have captured Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they zoom ever closer to the moon

Artemis II's moonbound astronauts capture Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they leave it behind
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump budget seeks $1.5T in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic programs

President Donald Trump has proposed boosting defense spending to $1.5 trillion in his 2027 budget released Friday, the largest such request in decades, reflecting his emphasis on U.S. military investments over domestic programs

Trump budget seeks $1.5T in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic programs
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

The Latest: US A-10 attack aircraft was hit by Iranian air defense forces, says Iran’s state media

One crew member has been recued after an American aircraft was shot down in Iran

The Latest: US A-10 attack aircraft was hit by Iranian air defense forces, says Iran’s state media
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates. At least 1 crew member is missing

Two U.S. military planes were shot down in separate incidents on Friday, escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict

2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates. At least 1 crew member is missing
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Ohtani, Tucker, Betts and Freeman all homer as the top of the Dodgers' order breaks out

Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Tucker, Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman — the first four hitters in the Los Angeles lineup — all homered in a 13-6 win over the Washington Nationals

Ohtani, Tucker, Betts and Freeman all homer as the top of the Dodgers' order breaks out
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump’s DOJ tells Trump he can hold onto government docs when he leaves office, contrary to Watergate-era law

Trump’s DOJ tells Trump he can hold onto government docs when he leaves office, contrary to Watergate-era law

Trump’s DOJ tells Trump he can hold onto government docs when he leaves office, contrary to Watergate-era law
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Sports|World

Dallas Stars' arena investigating 4 fans for apparently celebrating with a Nazi salute

The home arena of the Dallas Stars has launched an investigation into a video that apparently shows four fans celebrating a goal with a Nazi salute

Dallas Stars' arena investigating 4 fans for apparently celebrating with a Nazi salute
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

12-year-old was arrested in death of a classmate who was hit in the head by a metal water bottle

Authorities have arrested a 12-year-old on suspicion of murder in the death of a Los Angeles middle school student

12-year-old was arrested in death of a classmate who was hit in the head by a metal water bottle
Americas|Arts|Crime|Opinion|Political|World

As freed prisoners celebrate in Cuba, human rights groups demand clarity and release of protesters

Families wrapped their arms around freed loved ones outside Cuban prisons on Friday

As freed prisoners celebrate in Cuba, human rights groups demand clarity and release of protesters
Europe|Health|Lifestyle|World

Pope Leo XIV carries cross for full Good Friday procession, the first pontiff to do so in decades

Pope Leo XIV carried a wooden cross for all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff

Pope Leo XIV carries cross for full Good Friday procession, the first pontiff to do so in decades
Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

‘I’m not dying here’: Father of 3 describes rescue from flash flooding

‘I’m not dying here’: Father of 3 describes rescue from flash flooding

‘I’m not dying here’: Father of 3 describes rescue from flash flooding
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

“I Was a Coward”: Former Idaho pastor sentenced to 17 Years on child pornography charges

“I Was a Coward”: Former Idaho pastor sentenced to 17 Years on child pornography charges

“I Was a Coward”: Former Idaho pastor sentenced to 17 Years on child pornography charges
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump wants $152 million to rebuild and reopen Alcatraz as a secure prison

Trump wants $152 million to rebuild and reopen Alcatraz as a secure prison

Trump wants $152 million to rebuild and reopen Alcatraz as a secure prison
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Police: South Carolina woman beaten in hotel room before writing 'Call 911' on window in soap

Police: South Carolina woman beaten in hotel room before writing 'Call 911' on window in soap

Police: South Carolina woman beaten in hotel room before writing 'Call 911' on window in soap
Americas|Crime|Political|World

UN report details sexual abuse investigations involving foreign forces in Haiti

UN report details sexual abuse investigations involving foreign forces in Haiti

UN report details sexual abuse investigations involving foreign forces in Haiti
Political|Science|Technology|World

Exclusive: US intelligence assesses Iran maintains significant missile launching capability, sources say

Exclusive: US intelligence assesses Iran maintains significant missile launching capability, sources say

Exclusive: US intelligence assesses Iran maintains significant missile launching capability, sources say
Crime|MidEast|US|World

Milwaukee Islamic Society president detained by ICE

Milwaukee Islamic Society president detained by ICE

Milwaukee Islamic Society president detained by ICE
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Last known living squadron member shares WWII story

Last known living squadron member shares WWII story

Last known living squadron member shares WWII story
Education|World

Descendants of Choctaw code talkers gather in Fort Worth for historical marker unveiling

Nuchi Nashoba has worked for decades to honor the legacy of the Choctaw code talkers, a group of 19 Native American soldiers, including her great-grandfather, who used their language to transmit encrypted messages during World War I

Descendants of Choctaw code talkers gather in Fort Worth for historical marker unveiling
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Opinion|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Why one Las Vegas newspaper just stopped printing its rival

The Las Vegas Review-Journal will no longer print its rival the Las Vegas Sun for the first time in decades, sharpening a longtime legal dispute between the southern Nevada newspapers

Why one Las Vegas newspaper just stopped printing its rival
World

US fighter jet shot down over Iran, 1 of 2 crew members rescued, US sources say

US fighter jet shot down over Iran, 1 of 2 crew members rescued, US sources say

US fighter jet shot down over Iran, 1 of 2 crew members rescued, US sources say
Crime|US|World

'Pam did a tremendous job': Trump announces Bondi ouster in Truth Social post

President Donald Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, a source familiar with the matter told CNN. She will be replaced for now by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who will serve as acting attorney general, Trump said.

'Pam did a tremendous job': Trump announces Bondi ouster in Truth Social post
Europe|Sports|World

Gennaro Gattuso is out as Italy's coach after team failed to qualify for World Cup

Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso has left his role by mutual consent after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup

Gennaro Gattuso is out as Italy's coach after team failed to qualify for World Cup
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump’s Iran war leaves Republicans adrift ahead of midterms

Donald Trump won the presidency by promising to lower costs and end wars

Trump’s Iran war leaves Republicans adrift ahead of midterms
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian strikes on Ukraine kill 8 as Kyiv holds door open for Easter truce

Russian strikes on Ukraine have killed at least eight people across the country

Russian strikes on Ukraine kill 8 as Kyiv holds door open for Easter truce
Environment|Science|Technology|World

NASA releases stunning first images of Earth taken by the Artemis II astronauts

NASA releases stunning first images of Earth taken by the Artemis II astronauts

NASA releases stunning first images of Earth taken by the Artemis II astronauts
Crime|Entertainment|US|World

Puppy seen peering out of abandoned house's chimney rescued by Detroit Fire

Puppy seen peering out of abandoned house's chimney rescued by Detroit Fire

Puppy seen peering out of abandoned house's chimney rescued by Detroit Fire
Economy|World

White House seeks massive increase in defense spending and looks to slash housing, social services and health care

White House seeks massive increase in defense spending and looks to slash housing, social services and health care

White House seeks massive increase in defense spending and looks to slash housing, social services and health care
Business|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Exclusive: Orbán challenger Magyar says election is a 'referendum' on Hungary's place in the world

Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar says an upcoming election against pro-Russian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is a “referendum” on Hungary’s future

Exclusive: Orbán challenger Magyar says election is a 'referendum' on Hungary's place in the world
Business|Education|Health|Sports|World

Far from the Final Four, a protest in track spells out NCAA's drug-fighting issues across all sports

NCAA anti-doping policies are under criticism after a protest at the Division III 5,000-meter championship race

Far from the Final Four, a protest in track spells out NCAA's drug-fighting issues across all sports
Asia|Crime|Political|World

China says peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing

Peace talks between Afghanistan’s Taliban government and Pakistan are advancing, China’s government said, two days after those countries resumed conversations after weeks of fighting that have killed hundreds

China says peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing
Political|US|World

State Dept. announces ‘reforms’ to foreign service test and inclusion of ‘America First’ curriculum for orientation

State Dept. announces ‘reforms’ to foreign service test and inclusion of ‘America First’ curriculum for orientation

State Dept. announces ‘reforms’ to foreign service test and inclusion of ‘America First’ curriculum for orientation
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US hiring likely improved last month, but Iran war and oil prices could take a toll later in 2026

The U.S. job market likely rebounded last month from a dismal February

US hiring likely improved last month, but Iran war and oil prices could take a toll later in 2026
Election|Political|World

Myanmar’s parliament elects ruling general as president, keeping the army in charge

Myanmar’s parliament has elected Min Aung Hlaing as the country’s new president

Myanmar’s parliament elects ruling general as president, keeping the army in charge
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street closed for Good Friday, but US futures inch lower following strong March jobs report

U.S. futures were trading modestly lower following surprisingly strong jobs data from the federal government

Wall Street closed for Good Friday, but US futures inch lower following strong March jobs report
Asia|Sports|World

Olympic gold medalist boxer at center of gender controversy advances to Asian semifinals

Olympic gold medalist Lin Yu-ting has won her quarterfinal bout at the Asian boxing championships in her first event since World Boxing said she passed a gene test to confirm her gender

Olympic gold medalist boxer at center of gender controversy advances to Asian semifinals
Crime|Election|Finance|US|World

A look at how the Epstein files dogged Pam Bondi's time as attorney general

After Pam Bondi became U.S. attorney general last year, conservative influencers, online sleuths and others who wanted the government to disclose all it knew about Jeffrey Epstein thought they might have a champion in the Department of Justice

A look at how the Epstein files dogged Pam Bondi's time as attorney general
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Shocked by gas at $4 in America? Try $15 in this city

Shocked by gas at $4 in America? Try $15 in this city

Shocked by gas at $4 in America? Try $15 in this city
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Cuba to free more than 2,000 prisoners as economic crisis deepens under US pressure

Cuba to free more than 2,000 prisoners as economic crisis deepens under US pressure

Cuba to free more than 2,000 prisoners as economic crisis deepens under US pressure
Health|Science|Technology|World

Artemis II astronauts rocket toward the moon after spending a day around Earth

NASA’s Artemis II astronauts have fired their engines and are blazing toward the moon

Artemis II astronauts rocket toward the moon after spending a day around Earth
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

The Latest: Hegseth asks US Army’s top uniformed officer to step down during Iran war

The U.S. Army’s top uniformed officer has been asked to step down by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

The Latest: Hegseth asks US Army’s top uniformed officer to step down during Iran war
Sports|World

Wild wrap up a playoff spot with 5-2 victory over the Canucks

Matt Boldy scored his 39th and 40th goals, Kirill Kaprizov added his 40th and the Minnesota Wild wrapped up a playoff spot with a 5-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night

Wild wrap up a playoff spot with 5-2 victory over the Canucks
Crime|World

Pam Bondi’s extreme political loyalty to Trump wasn’t enough to save her job

It’s not unusual for presidents to select attorneys general who share their views and policy preferences. But Trump has gone far beyond what is usually done.

Pam Bondi’s extreme political loyalty to Trump wasn’t enough to save her job
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

No sign of war winding down in Mideast as Friday dawns with attacks across region

There has been little sign Friday of the war in the Mideast winding down as Israel says it faced incoming fire from Iran, and Kuwait and Bahrain also reported being under attack

No sign of war winding down in Mideast as Friday dawns with attacks across region
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Cuba releasing 2,010 prisoners as the US pressures the island's government

The Cuban government says it will release 2,010 prisoners in a move that comes while the Trump administration puts extreme pressure on the island’s government with a suffocating oil blockade

Cuba releasing 2,010 prisoners as the US pressures the island's government
Entertainment|Sports|World

Rookie catcher Carter Jensen gets scratched from Royals' starting lineup after oversleeping

Kansas City rookie catcher Carter Jensen was removed from the Royals’ starting lineup for Thursday game with the Minnesota Twins after he overslept

Rookie catcher Carter Jensen gets scratched from Royals' starting lineup after oversleeping
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Amazon to slap a 3.5% surcharge on third-party sellers as Iran war drives up fuel prices

Amazon is slapping a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge on third-party sellers that sell on its platform starting later this month amid a spike in fuel prices since the war in Iran

Amazon to slap a 3.5% surcharge on third-party sellers as Iran war drives up fuel prices
Science|Technology|World

Artemis II officially begins its journey to the moon

Artemis II officially begins its journey to the moon

Artemis II officially begins its journey to the moon
Crime|Political|US|World

Hegseth says he will allow troops to take personal weapons onto military bases

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he will allow service members to carry personal weapons onto military installations

Hegseth says he will allow troops to take personal weapons onto military bases
Arts|Crime|Technology|World

Woman used ChatGPT to help brother flee after IED placed at MacDill AFB: Prosecutor

Woman used ChatGPT to help brother flee after IED placed at MacDill AFB: Prosecutor

Woman used ChatGPT to help brother flee after IED placed at MacDill AFB: Prosecutor
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Elected leaders and clergy seek release of Wisconsin mosque president detained by immigration agents

The president of Wisconsin’s largest mosque was detained by federal immigration agents, drawing accusations from local officials and religious leaders that the arrest was motivated by his statements against Israel

Elected leaders and clergy seek release of Wisconsin mosque president detained by immigration agents
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump’s ballroom gets the green light from loyalist-stacked commission

Trump’s ballroom gets the green light from loyalist-stacked commission

Trump’s ballroom gets the green light from loyalist-stacked commission
Arts|Business|Political|US|World

Trump’s White House ballroom gets final approval days after a judge ordered a halt to construction

President Donald Trump's new White House ballroom has gotten final approval from a key commission

Trump’s White House ballroom gets final approval days after a judge ordered a halt to construction
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Hegseth asks the Army's top uniformed officer to step down while US wages war against Iran

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ousted the Army’s top uniformed officer and two other generals as the U.S. wages a war against Iran

Hegseth asks the Army's top uniformed officer to step down while US wages war against Iran
Crime|US|World

Man who faced deportation after overturned murder conviction can stay in the United States, judge rules

Man who faced deportation after overturned murder conviction can stay in the United States, judge rules

Man who faced deportation after overturned murder conviction can stay in the United States, judge rules
Business|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Mickelson pulls out of the Masters, which will be without Lefty and Woods for first time since 1994

The Masters will not include Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods for the first time in 32 years

Mickelson pulls out of the Masters, which will be without Lefty and Woods for first time since 1994
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Rubio accuses China of 'bullying' for holding up Panama-flagged ships after canal clash

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has accused China of “bullying” by detaining or holding up dozens of Panama-flagged ships

Rubio accuses China of 'bullying' for holding up Panama-flagged ships after canal clash