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UConn Stuns Duke on Buzzer Beater

UConn Huskies men's basketball erased a 19-point deficit to stun Duke Blue Devils men's basketball, as Braylon Mullins drilled a buzzer-beating three to cap a historic 73–72 comeback and send the Huskies to the Final Four.

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Michael A. Smerconish

Daily Thoughts: Monday Musings

Holy Week – a great opportunity for mingling! It’s a time of year rich with major religious observances across several faiths. For Christians, yesterday was Palm Sunday and next weekend brings Easter; for Jews, Passover begins…

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The Wall Street Journal

Uranium Extraction Being Considered

President Donald Trump is weighing a high-risk military operation to seize Iran’s enriched uranium—an effort aimed at halting its nuclear ambitions but one that could put United States’ troops on the ground and escalate the conflict.

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Associated Press

Trump Allows Russian Oil Aid to Cuba

Trump said he has “no problem” allowing a Russian oil tanker to deliver fuel to crisis-stricken Cuba despite the U.S. blockade, framing the move as necessary for humanitarian relief even as pressure on the island’s government intensifies.

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USA Today

Iran Says Bracing for Ground Assault

As peace talks stall, Iran says it is bracing for a potential United States-led ground assault, as regional tensions escalate with new troop deployments, ongoing strikes, and an expanding conflict involving Israel and allied forces across the region.

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Axios

Wanted: Straight, White, Christian Male

Some Democrats are debating whether nominating a straight, white, Christian man in 2028 may be their safest path to reclaiming the presidency, despite pushback from some party leaders who argue the country is ready for more diverse candidates.

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The Washington Post

Hegseth Invokes Christianity Upending Norms

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is drawing criticism for promoting an overtly Christian agenda within the Pentagon, which breaks longstanding norms, risks violating the Constitution, and could undermine unity among troops.

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Vatican News

Jesus Does Not Listen to Warrior Prayers

During Palm Sunday Mass, Pope Leo XIV declared that Jesus Christ, the “King of Peace,” rejects violence and does not heed the prayers of those who wage war, urging humanity to lay down its weapons and embrace compassion.

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Al Jazeera

Israel Closes Holy Sites on Palm Sunday

Israeli police barred Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday, an unprecedented move tied to wartime security measures during the conflict with Iran that has sparked global backlash over religious freedom.

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Politico

Democrats Have a Rahm Problem

Rahm Emanuel is emerging as a disruptive force in the Democratic Party’s 2028 landscape, aggressively promoting centrist ideas and challenging the party’s leftward shift while positioning himself as both a serious contender and a provocateur shaping the race.

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The Hill

Verdict Creates Momentum for Safety

Back-to-back jury verdicts holding Meta and YouTube liable for harms to young users are energizing a nationwide push for stronger online child safety laws, potentially marking a turning point in efforts to regulate Big Tech.

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New York Post

Service Won't Let Tiger Drive Trump Kids

Sources say that Secret Service agents would not allow Tiger Woods to drive Trump’s grandchildren, even before his recent DUI arrest. The golf pro is dating Vanessa Trump, former wife of Donald Trump, Jr.

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CBS News

Why Seizing the Stockpile Is So Risky

Seizing or destroying Iran’s nuclear stockpile is one of the most dangerous and complex military undertakings ever contemplated, potentially involving thousands of troops, hazardous underground breaches, and prolonged exposure to enemy attack.

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The Telegraph

Americans Have Invaded Cotswolds

As American celebrities like Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, and Ellen DeGeneres flock to England’s Cotswolds for privacy and luxury, their growing presence is fueling local resentment over exclusivity, rising property pressures, and a perceived lack of community integration.

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NBC News

Homan: ICE Might Stay at Airports

Tom Homan said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will remain stationed at airports even after Transportation Security Administration officers are paid, as staffing shortages from the ongoing DHS shutdown continue to disrupt normal operations.

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ABC News

TSA Still Calling in Sick

Despite President Donald Trump’s order to resume pay for Transportation Security Administration workers amid a prolonged funding crisis, widespread sick callouts and staffing shortages continue to disrupt airport security operations nationwide.

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Fox News

Plans for Beneath the Ballroom

President Donald Trump says a donor-funded $400 million White House ballroom project will include a fortified underground complex with advanced security features, as construction moves ahead of schedule without taxpayer funding.

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WVVA

Chick-fil-A is Hot Proposal Spot

A survey finds that Chick-fil-A tops the list of preferred proposal spots in both West Virginia and Virginia, with Pizza Hut and Dairy Queen close behind, reflecting a growing trend toward budget-friendly, casual settings for major life moments.

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Showbiz411

AI Tops the Music Charts

AI creator Dallas Ray Little continues to flood platforms with songs by the fictional artist Eddie Dalton, whose latest release “Stay a Little Longer” has helped propel multiple tracks into the iTunes top five despite questions about their authenticity.

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James Harding

I Am an Airbus A350 Pilot

A British Airways first officer flying the Airbus A350 shares a data-rich look at his aviation career, logging over 6,200 flight hours, 2,000+ flights, and nearly 2 million nautical miles traveled across 44 countries since beginning his journey as a cadet pilot.

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