Associated Press
Israel Will Retaliate
Israel's military chief announced that Israel will retaliate against Iran's recent missile attack amidst international appeals for restraint to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
Headlines
April 16, 2024
USA Today
Half the Jury Panel Couldn’t Be Fair
Over half of the initial jury panel for former President Trump's historic criminal trial was excused because they expressed an inability to remain fair or impartial during the proceedings.
The Indianapolis Star
Caitlin Clark Is No. 1 WNBA Pick
Caitlin Clark was officially selected by the Indiana Fever as the No. 1 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft, joining the team to potentially end their longstanding seven-year playoff drought.
NPR
Truth Social Tumbles Again
Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group plummeted 18% on Monday, continuing a volatile trend since its March debut, exacerbated by the issuance of over 21 million new shares.
Axios
Thomas Misses SCOTUS Arguments
Justice Clarence Thomas missed scheduled oral arguments on Monday without an explanation provided by the court, and he will participate in the cases by reviewing transcripts and briefs.
NBC News
Inside the Battle To Stop No Labels
Moderate Democrats teamed up with former adversaries on the left to prevent No Labels from fielding a third-party candidate, seeing it as a threat to Biden's reelection and an aid to Trump.
WGBH
Ethiopia and Kenya Dominate Marathon
Sisay Lemma from Ethiopia won the men's professional division, and Hellen Obiri from Kenya secured her second consecutive victory in the women's division at the 2024 Boston Marathon.
Study Finds
8:15 AM Is the Most Stressful Time
The morning rush inside the house might be more frustrating than the one that awaits many of us on the way to work. According to a new survey, the most stressful time of day is 8:15 a.m.
ABC News
Retail Sales Surge Despite Inflation
In March, US consumers increased their spending more than expected, demonstrating resilience against inflation and economic challenges, with retail sales rising 0.7%, nearly double the forecast.
Politico
Was Trump/RFK Jr. a Possibility?
RFK Jr. claimed that Trump's team approached him to be Trump's vice-presidential candidate, a claim that Trump adviser Chris LaCivita dismissed as coming from a "leftie loonie."
Gallup
Americans Sleeping Less, More Stressed
A majority of Americans, particularly younger women, are sleeping less and experiencing higher stress levels, indicating a decline in overall sleep satisfaction and mental well-being.
Bloomberg
Stavridis: Israel Defense Will Get Harder
Israel and allies successfully intercepted nearly all of Iran's air attacks. However, emerging threats like hypersonic missiles and AI drones will require advancements in laser, radar, and satellite tech.
Deadline
CBS to Rebroadcast Billy Joel on Friday
CBS will rebroadcast Billy Joel's concert special "The 100th – Live at Madison Square Garden" in its entirety on April 19 after a programming error cut off the original broadcast during "Piano Man."
The New York Times
Terror Attack Window Into Psychedelics
Scientists are studying Israeli ravers who were using mind-altering substances during a Hamas-led fighters attack on Oct. 7. Now to understand the drugs' effects during extreme trauma.
People
'Rust' Armorer Sentenced to 18 Months
Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the armorer on "Rust," received 18-months in prison for involuntary manslaughter in the shooting of Halyna Hutchins, with Alec Baldwin's trial scheduled for July.
The Atlantic
Make Journalism Free for 2024
Stengel argues for making journalism free during the 2024 election, highlighting how paywalls often prevent access to essential information, with many Americans opt for free alternatives.
The Hill
Trump Cannot Attend SCOTUS
A New York judge ruled that former Trump cannot attend Supreme Court arguments on presidential immunity, emphasizing the importance of his presence at his ongoing hush money trial.
Reuters
FBI Probes Key Bridge Collapse
The FBI has initiated a federal criminal investigation to determine if criminal actions contributed to the collapse of a Baltimore bridge, which resulted in six deaths after a cargo ship crashed into it.
KCRA 3
'Sex for KFC' Prison Closes
The federal Bureau of Prisons will close a California women's prison notorious for sexual abuse and misleadingly nicknamed "Sex for KFC" due to rampant abuse despite prior attempts at reform.
Daily Mail
OJ Simpson Last Will and Testament
OJ Simpson's will places his estate in a trust, but its value and debt obligations, including sums owed to Ron Goldman and Nicole Brown Simpson’s families, remain uncertain as it enters probate.
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