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May 3, 2025

BBC

The King Doesn’t Speak to Harry

Prince Harry, after losing a legal battle over security, tells the BBC he seeks reconciliation with the Royal Family, resurfacing the emotional and security challenges impacting his family and future UK visits.
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New York Magazine

Staffers Raised Fetterman Concerns

Senator John Fetterman's former chief of staff, Adam Jentleson, resigned after expressing concerns about Fetterman's mental health, raising questions about his ability to lead amidst ongoing challenges.
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ABC News

Judge Blocks Perkins Coie Order

The ruling from Howell is a rapid rebuke of the government's actions in a case that is just one challenge of several against Trump's efforts to target law firms that have either represented his political opponents or employed them.
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The Atlantic

Why Are Young People Unhappy?

Arthur C. Brooks explores why young people globally, especially in wealthy nations like the U.S., report declining happiness, attributing it to diminished social connections, secularization, and a lack of meaning.
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The Philadelphia Inquirer

Delco Pooper Charged, Speaks Out

Christina Solometo, dubbed the 'Delco Pooper,' faces charges after allegedly defecating on a car during a road rage incident, sparking local memes and a signature sandwich, stressing the bizarre side of road rage culture.
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LA Times

RFK Jr.’s Autism Mission Questioned

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s initiative to find autism's cause faces scrutiny as existing researchers highlight ongoing studies and express concerns over misinformation and funding cuts, impacting the future of autism research.
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CBS News

Chris Krebs’ Global Entry Revoked

Chris Krebs, former head of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, has had his Global Entry membership revoked following a directive from President Trump, reflecting ongoing political tensions and investigations.
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The Washington Post

Horse Journalism Stirs Derby Buzz

Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners’ colt Journalism is making waves in the Kentucky Derby, symbolizing the challenges and significance of press freedom as it races amid growing scrutiny of the journalism industry.
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The New York Times

An American Pope Contender

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, a Chicago-born leader with international experience, emerges as a potential papal candidate, representing a balanced alternative amid ideological debates within the Catholic Church.
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The Wall Street Journal

Gen Z Renters Never Want To Leave

Gen Zers are opting for a new urban way of life: Hunkering down in amenity-rich, high-design rental complexes that offer not just a place to live, but also a self-contained world that creates its own instant community.
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The Hill

Maher on Trump: Sh&* Show

Comedian Bill Maher criticized President Trump's first 100 days of his second term as chaotic and unproductive, underlining immigration policies and market instability as key concerns impacting America's global standing.
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Politico

Two Major Court Challenges to Trump

The Supreme Court and Court of International Trade are set to tackle pivotal cases regarding Donald Trump’s tariffs and nationwide injunctions, decisions that could significantly impact the U.S. economy and Trump's presidency.
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Yahoo Tech

Driverless Trucks Begin Routes

Aurora has launched its first commercial driverless trucking service in Texas, collaborating with Uber Freight and Hirschbach Motor Lines, marking a significant milestone for autonomous vehicle technology in the trucking industry.
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The Harvard Crimson

Is Going to Class Still Worth It?

“In some cases, alternative learning methods seem more effective than attending lecture. In these instances, I resort to alternative approaches like reading a textbook, watching review videos, or working through practice problems with friends.”
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MassLive

ESPN Host Walks Off Set

ESPN’s Ryan Clark walked off the 'First Take' set during a heated segment about Bill Belichick and his girlfriend, spotlighting tensions over media handling of personal relationships in sports coverage.
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NBC News

7 Killed in Idaho Van Crash

Idaho State Police report that seven people died after a tour van and a truck collided near Yellowstone National Park, revealing road safety concerns and prompting an ongoing investigation into the crash's cause.
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Variety

Redstone’s Tough Media Dilemma

Shari Redstone faces a critical decision between preserving '60 Minutes' and advancing Paramount Global's sale to Skydance amid a $20 billion Trump lawsuit, impacting the media landscape's future.
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