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May 1, 2025

Associated Press

Ukraine Grants U.S. Mineral Access

The U.S. and Ukraine signed a deal granting American access to Ukraine’s critical mineral resources in exchange for continued U.S. military support, aiming to reinforce Kyiv’s war effort and signal long-term partnership.
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SCOTUSblog

Supreme Court Split on Religious Schools

The U.S. Supreme Court is divided over a ruling that could allow a Catholic virtual charter school in Oklahoma to become the nation's first religious charter school, signaling broader implications for religious education in public systems.
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The Washington Post

States Sue Over AmeriCorps Cuts

A coalition of 24 states and D.C. is suing the Trump administration over drastic AmeriCorps cuts, arguing these reductions severely undermine the agency's mission in community service and violate federal law.
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Al Jazeera

WH-Amazon Tariff Spat Explained

The White House criticized Amazon for considering displaying tariff impacts on prices, as the company pressures suppliers for discounts amid President Trump's tariffs on Chinese and other imports.
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Virginia Mercury

Youngkin Adviser in Hot Water

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin's adviser Matt Moran faces extortion allegations from GOP nominee John Reid, sparking a party crisis that threatens to fracture Republicans and harm Youngkin's national ambitions.
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Realtor.com

Obamas' Home Sale Sparks Rumors

Barack and Michelle Obama’s former Martha’s Vineyard summer rental has hit the market for $39 million amid persistent divorce rumors, which Michelle recently denied as sexist speculation over her personal choices.
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Outkick

Edelman And Gronk Backup Belichick

Julian Edelman and Rob Gronkowski defended Bill Belichick’s girlfriend Jordon Hudson after her controversial CBS interview, arguing she acted as his professional representative—not just his partner.
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NFL

Falcons Fined for Sanders Prank

The NFL fined the Falcons $250K and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich $100K for leaking Shedeur Sanders’ phone number, which led to a prank call during the 2025 NFL Draft, causing significant embarrassment and controversy.
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Variety

Streisand Teams up for Duets Album

Barbra Streisand collaborates with music legends like Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney, and newcomers such as Ariana Grande on her new duets album, “The Secret Of Life: Partners, Volume Two,” showcasing cross-generational musical synergy.
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Citizen Times

Steven Spielberg's Favorite Film

Steven Spielberg, at the AFI tribute to Francis Ford Coppola, named Coppola's “The Godfather” as the greatest American film ever, highlighting the enduring influence of Coppola's work on filmmakers worldwide.
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The Washington Post

7 Numbers Sum Up Trump

President Donald Trump's approval rating has plummeted during his second term's first 100 days, with unpopular tariff policies and mixed immigration reviews threatening economic stability and public support.
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The Wall Street Journal

Yes, Post the Tariff Amount

Amazon planned to show shoppers how much of their bill was due to tariffs, but after White House pressure, the company scrapped the idea, missing an opportunity for greater price transparency and accountability to consumers.
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ABC News

Poll: Describe Trump In One Word

An ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll reveals Americans' polarized views on President Trump's first 100 days, with terms like 'savior' and 'disaster' underscoring deep divisions over his leadership.
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CBS News

GDP Data: U.S. Growth Slows

The U.S. economy slowed significantly in Q1 2025, with GDP shrinking 0.3% as businesses preemptively stockpiled due to President Trump's tariffs, raising recession fears and signaling potential economic headwinds.
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BBC

King's Message to Cancer Patients

King Charles shared a heartfelt message at a Buckingham Palace reception for cancer charities, reflecting on his own cancer journey and praising the compassion and community care that supports cancer patients.
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NPR

Kamala Harris Slams Tariffs

In her first major speech since leaving the White House, former Vice President Kamala Harris criticized President Trump's tariff policies, calling them "reckless" and warning they could lead the U.S. into a recession.
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Bleacher Report

Elway's Agent Dies After Accident

Jeff Sperbeck, agent for NFL legend John Elway, tragically died at 62 following a golf cart accident, highlighting the unexpected dangers of seemingly harmless activities and the profound impact on the sports community.
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The Independent

Elon Musk Rejects CEO Rumors

Elon Musk and Tesla Chair Robyn Denholm denied reports that the company is searching for a new CEO, calling the claims "false" amid declining profits, stock value, and ongoing financial struggles.
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