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March 26, 2025

Fox News

Waltz: "I Take Full Responsibility"

National Security Advisor Mike Waltz took full responsibility for the "embarrassing" Signal chat leak that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief, but assured that no classified information was disclosed.
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The Hill

Goldberg Might Share More Information

The Atlantic's editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, suggested he may consider publicly sharing more details from the leaked Signal chat, despite White House officials denying that classified war plans were discussed.
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NPR

Pentagon Warned About Signal

Days after the accidental Signal chat leak involving top U.S. officials, the Pentagon issued a department-wide advisory warning that Russian hackers were targeting the app’s vulnerabilities to spy on encrypted conversations.
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BBC

"Freeloader" Comment Rankles Europe

European leaders were outraged by leaked messages revealing U.S. senior officials’ deep disdain for European allies, fueling fears that the Trump administration can no longer be relied on for security amid rising tensions with Russia.
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CNN

Chat Group Puts Pressure on Hegseth

Top intelligence officials deflected blame onto Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for sending potentially classified details about U.S. military strikes in Yemen to a group chat that included a journalist, sparking a heated debate over security protocols and classification authority.
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USA Today

Ukraine, Russia Agree to Truce at Sea

Russia and Ukraine have reached separate U.S.-brokered agreements to ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea and halt attacks on each other’s energy infrastructure, a move seen as the most significant step toward de-escalation and potential peace talks since the war began.
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Reuters

Chinese Try To Lure Fired Federal Workers

A secretive Chinese network has been attempting to recruit recently laid-off U.S. government workers through fake consulting and headhunting firms, raising concerns about foreign intelligence efforts to exploit financial vulnerabilities and extract sensitive information.
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KTLA

Pilot's Passport Blunder: UA Turns Back

A United Airlines flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai was forced to turn back mid-air two hours into its journey after a pilot realized he had forgotten his passport, leading to an unexpected diversion to San Francisco, a crew change, meal vouchers for passengers, and a six-hour delay.
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New York Post

Costa Rica Cops Rule Out Asphyxiation

Costa Rican authorities have ruled out asphyxiation in the death of 14-year-old Miller Gardner, the son of former Yankee Brett Gardner, and are investigating food poisoning as a potential cause after the teen fell ill following a meal at a local restaurant.
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WalletHub

Most and Least Stressed States

WalletHub's 2025 report reveals that New Mexico ranks as the most stressed state, largely due to high crime rates, financial instability, and family-related challenges, while Nebraska is the least stressed, benefiting from better economic conditions and lower crime.
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Daily Mail

Disabled Woman a Tesla Attack Victim

A disabled woman, Abigail Gill, has been left devastated after a man vandalized her Tesla while she dined with her family, causing up to $10,000 in damage, which she believes was motivated by animosity toward the brand and Elon Musk.
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Reason Magazine

Sleepwalking Into a Cashless Society

As society moves toward a cashless future, the rise of central bank digital currencies threatens financial privacy and freedom, with little resistance from the public despite potential risks like government surveillance and negative interest rates.
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The Hollywood Reporter

Halperin To Join New Podcast Network

Megyn Kelly is launching MK Media, a new podcast network aimed at amplifying influential voices in news and entertainment, featuring journalist Mark Halperin, culture columnist Maureen Callahan, and influencer Link Lauren, in a strategic move that taps into creators shaping the digital media landscape.
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Haaretz

Huckabee Downplays Talk of Annexation

During his Senate confirmation hearing to become U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee downplayed his support for West Bank annexation, promising to uphold Trump's policies rather than his own beliefs, amid protests and tensions within the Jewish community over his nomination.
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CBS News

Vance To Join Wife in Greenland

Vice President JD Vance announced he will join his wife, second lady Usha Vance, on a trip to Greenland this week, where the couple will visit the Pituffik Space Base to address Arctic security issues and meet with U.S. service members, following increasing geopolitical tensions over Greenland's strategic importance.
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Deloitte

Young Viewers Turn Toward Social Media

Social platforms are rapidly becoming a dominant force in the media and entertainment landscape, outpacing traditional studios by offering algorithmically optimized, free content and advanced advertising capabilities, compelling brands to reallocate ad spending as studios compete for attention and revenue.
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ESPN

Dodgers Accept WH Invitation

The Los Angeles Dodgers have accepted an invitation to the White House on April 7, 2025, to celebrate their World Series title, a visit that comes amid recent debate surrounding the removal of a story about Jackie Robinson’s military service, and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts’ past statements about Trump.
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ABC News

Law School Rush: Apps Surge 20%

The number of law school applicants has surged by over 20% in 2025 compared to the previous year, with experts suggesting that factors like an easier LSAT, the soft economy, mass layoffs of federal workers, and a potential "Trump bump" due to the president’s return to office are contributing to the increase.
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Yahoo! News

Walmart Heiress Speaks Out

Walmart heiress Christy Walton, worth $17.8 billion, quietly enters the political discourse with a nonpartisan New York Times ad calling for the defense of national dignity, respect for allies, and civil civic engagement, in what many see as a response to Trump's foreign policies.
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Saratoga Living After Hours

How They Are Mingling in Saratoga

According to a recent study, some 30 percent of adults say they experience loneliness once a week, while 10 percent say they feel lonely every day. Read these thirteen tips on how to make meaningful adult friendships from accomplished relationship-builders in Saratoga, NY.
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