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May 4, 2025

AP News

End of the Oracle

Warren Buffett, the iconic investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has announced his intention to retire by the year's end, marking a significant shift in leadership for the renowned conglomerate.
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ESPN

Sovereignty Wins 151st Kentucky Derby

Sovereignty outdueled 3-1 favorite Journalism down the stretch to win the 151st Derby in the slop on Saturday, snapping an 0-for-13 skid by owner Godolphin. Sovereignty gave trainer Bill Mott a second Kentucky Derby victory.
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Deadline

60 Minutes Comes for Trump Tonight

CBS News' '60 Minutes' plans to air a segment on President Trump's executive orders targeting law firms, highlighting ongoing tensions between the administration and media amid a $20 billion lawsuit.
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Politico EU

Right Wing Loses in Australia

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his Labor Party secured a landslide victory, revealing domestic values over foreign influence, as opposition leader Peter Dutton faces personal electoral defeat amid global uncertainty.
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FOX 9

Woman Who Says N-Word Raises $390K

A Rochester woman recorded using racial slurs in a viral video has raised over $390,000 on a crowdfunding site, while the NAACP seeks funds for the child involved, underlining broader social justice issues.
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People

Trump Shares Image of Self As Pope

Donald Trump shared a fake AI-generated image of himself as the pope on social media, sparking criticism for its timing shortly after Pope Francis' death and fueling ongoing debates over AI and public figures.
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LA Times

No Indication Elway Was at Fault

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco confirms no foul play in the golf cart accident that led to Jeff Sperbeck's death, emphasizing it was a tragic accident involving Denver Broncos executive John Elway.
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BBC

Five Survive Surrounded by Gators

Five people, including a child and pilot, were rescued from a plane in a Bolivian Amazon swamp after an emergency landing, demonstrating the coordinated efforts to save lives in challenging environments.
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CNBC

Buffett: Trade Should Not Be a Weapon

Warren Buffett, at Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting, criticized protectionist trade policies, underscoring their negative long-term impact on the U.S., as global prosperity benefits everyone, not just one nation at another's expense.
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The Washington Post

Inside Waltz’s Ouster

President Donald Trump has ousted National Security Adviser Michael Waltz over policy clashes, raising questions about the future role and influence of the National Security Council in shaping U.S. foreign policy.
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ABC News

United Cuts 35 Flights at Newark

United Airlines has reduced its daily flights at Newark Liberty International Airport by 35 due to a persistent shortage of air traffic controllers, demonstrating ongoing challenges in the U.S. aviation system.
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The New York Times

Rethinking Happiness Metrics

Dr. Johnson, Dr. VanderWeele, and Dr. Case question the World Happiness Report's reliance on wealth-focused metrics, suggesting a broader measure of well-being that includes social and emotional factors to truly understand global human flourishing.
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New York Post

Inside Trump’s New Lavish Airplane

President Trump plans to acquire a luxurious Boeing jet, once owned by Qatar, as an interim Air Force One due to Boeing's delays, which points to ongoing challenges in replacing the aging presidential fleet.
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The Hill

Questions Remain Post Florida Probe

Florida lawmakers concluded their investigation into the Hope Florida Foundation, tied to Casey DeSantis's welfare program, but unanswered questions persist as she and Gov. Ron DeSantis plan their political future.
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Mediaite

Sean Penn: Trump ‘Might Destroy’

Sean Penn compared Donald Trump to a spousal murderer in a discussion with Jim Acosta, suggesting Trump's actions could lead to global destruction, raising concerns about Trump's influence beyond his presidency.
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NPR

Army Chopper Forces Landing Abort

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy demands answers from the Defense Department after an Army Black Hawk helicopter violated flight restrictions, causing two jetliners to abort landings at Washington's Reagan National Airport.
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NBC News

Trump’s Harvard Tax Threat

President Donald Trump's threat to revoke Harvard University's tax-exempt status raises legal concerns, as experts warn it could complicate IRS actions and set a troubling precedent for higher education in America.
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