CNN
Over 50 Million Under Severe Weather Threat
Destructive tornadoes devastated homes across Nebraska and Iowa, with ongoing searches in flattened communities, and an escalating threat of storms poised to affect millions from Michigan to Texas.
Headlines
April 27, 2024
NBC News
Exclusive Report: "Safe" Areas Bombed
NBC News' investigation reveals that areas in southern Gaza designated as safe zones by the Israeli military were bombed, resulting in Palestinian casualties, despite Israeli assurances of their safety.
ABC News
Trump Trial: Day 8 Takeaways
Day 8 of Trump's hush money trial featured testimonies from his long-time assistant and a tabloid executive on a "catch-and-kill" strategy, and a banker regarding the payment to Stormy Daniels.
Spectrum News 1
Hey Now: Biden Interviewed By Stern
In an interview with Howard Stern, Biden expressed readiness to debate Trump and discussed the impact of losing his first wife and daughter, along with many political and personal topics.
Al Jazeera
Are Campus Protests Going Global?
Campus protests against Israel's war on Gaza, originally concentrated at Columbia University, are now global, with student demonstrations reported in countries from France to Australia.
The Wall Street Journal
Menthol Ban Shelved Amidst Campaign
The Biden administration has postponed its menthol cigarette ban plan after weighing public health benefits against political implications of upsetting some Black voters during an election year.
Politico
How Newt Gingrich Destroyed Dinner
The vibrant social and political dining scene in D.C., once epitomized by the Tuscan restaurant i Ricchi, declined due to cultural and political shifts initiated during Newt Gingrich's tenure.
NBC News
Embiid Diagnosed With Bell's Palsy
Philadelphia 76ers All-Star Joel Embiid revealed he has been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, experiencing symptoms like blurred vision and facial paralysis before the NBA playoffs began.
The Philadelphia Inquirer
Taylor, Travis, Bradley, and Gigi Vacation
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, Gigi Hadid, and Bradley Cooper vacationed in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, despite their strong connections to Philly, raising questions about their choice of location.
Wisconsin Public Radio
Trump to Wisconsin During Trial Break
Despite his ongoing New York trial, Donald Trump plans a rally in Wisconsin, with experts suggesting his legal challenges could potentially benefit his reelection campaign.
Gallup
Worst Gallup Approval Since Ike
Biden's 13th-quarter job approval averaged 38%, the lowest for any first-term U.S. president since Eisenhower, with his rating placing in the bottom 12% of all presidential quarters since 1945.
American Jewish Committee
A Working Definition of Antisemitism
The IHRA's Working Definition of Antisemitism, adopted in 2016, describes antisemitism as harmful perceptions and actions towards Jews, including Holocaust denial, to help combat its global rise.
The Guardian
Kristi Noem Put Down a Goat
In her book, Noem, a contender for Trump's VP, recounts putting down an untrainable dog and a troublesome goat, framing these actions as examples of handling "difficult, messy, and ugly" tasks.
The Hill
Trump Remains "Chill" in Court
Trump suggested that the chilly temperature in the courtroom during his hush money trial is being kept cold "on purpose," a discomfort noted by his attorney, the judge, and others present.
BBC
King Charles Gets Clearance
King Charles will resume public duties next week after positive progress in his cancer treatment, starting with a visit to a cancer treatment center, but his full recovery timeline remains unclear.
Yahoo Entertainment
Sorkin Blames Facebook for Jan. 6
Aaron Sorkin is developing a movie about the January 6 riots, linking the event to Facebook's divisive algorithms and criticizing Mark Zuckerberg for prioritizing growth over integrity.
NFL
NFL Will Permit Guardian Caps
The NFL will allow players to wear Guardian Caps during regular-season games to reduce head injuries, following data showing significant concussion reductions when used in practice.
The Baltimore Sun
Principal's Racist Rant Was AI Fake
Pikesville High School’s athletic director was arrested for creating a fake racist audio recording of the school’s principal using AI, leading to his dismissal and escalating concerns over AI misuse.
Politico
Trump's Jokes Killed D.C. Humor
Trump's tenure has diminished the traditional humor and unity of Washington's political events, transforming them from self-deprecating gatherings into somber reflections on a divided nation.
Axios
EV Drivers Want Engine Noise
Dodge's electric Charger features a "Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust" system that replicates the roaring sound of a V8 engine, aiming to enhance appeal by blending EVs with traditional car sounds.
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