CNN / John
BlakeHow Immigration Could
Bolster American Christianity
The cross and the empty tomb are both christian symbols: one symbolizes the tragic execution of Jesus while the other represents the belief in his resurrection and the claim that death does not have the final word. |
ABC News / Allison
PecorinDemocrats Slam Abortion
Ruling, Lack Solution
Top Democrats slammed the ruling by a federal judge in Texas suspending the FDA approval of Mifepristone, though they were short on possible legislative solutions to protect access to the abortion drug. |
MSN / Paul
KaneThe Hollowing Out of the
American Middle
After the 1996 elections, Kentucky’s 5th Congressional District served as a crucial swing region in a true battleground state, but now it is the second-most-conservative district in the entire nation. |
Las Vegas Review Journal /
Sabrina SchnurPlease Don't "Shoot or
Kill Innocent People"
Handwritten letters sent to Stephen Paddock before the Las Vegas massacre suggest that he had discussed his plans with an ex-convict, who implored him not to “shoot or kill innocent people.” |
New York
TimesLeaked Docs Reveal U.S.
Penetration of Russia Intel
A trove of leaked Pentagon documents reveals how deeply Russia’s security and intelligence services have been penetrated by the United States, demonstrating Washington’s ability to warn Ukraine.
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Washington Post / Fredrick
KunkleHow Did Crucifixion
Really Work?
As millions prepare to celebrate Easter this weekend, professing faith in the resurrection of Jesus on the holiest day of the Christian calendar, they will also embrace the engine of his death. |
Wall Street
JournalThe Smearing of Clarence
Thomas
The left’s assault on the Supreme Court is continuing, and the latest front is the news that Justice Clarence Thomas has a rich friend who has hosted him on his private plane, his yacht, and his resort. |
Politico / Kyle Cheney and
Josh GersteinJanuary 6 Obstruction
Cases Now in Jeopardy
Hundreds of Jan. 6 obstruction cases — one of the most commonly charged felonies against those who breached the Capitol or confronted police — are facing new uncertainty after a divided appeals court ruling.
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Daily Mail / Riley
GainesRiley Gaines on Being
Attacked by Mob
Just over one year ago, I wouldn't have imagined that I'd find myself barricaded inside a classroom in a building on the campus of San Francisco State University, but outside the door a violent, racist mob. |
NBC News / Matt Dixon and
Jonathan AllenTight Circle Tries to
Keep Trump out of Trouble
When he wrapped up remarks following his arraignment with a familiar promise to “Make America Great Again,” former President Donald Trump pushed into the adoring crowd at his Mar-a-Lago club. |
Gallup / Mohamed
YounisMuslim-Majority Nations
Doubt U.S. Motives
In the 20 years since the launch of Operation Iraqi Freedom and the celebrations that ensued in Firdos Square that brought down a statue, developing Iraq as a democracy has been a key objective for the U.S. |
Politico / Michael
SchafferWhy America Needs
"Crossfire" Again
Has any piece of media criticism had such an immediate impact as Jon Stewart’s famous takedown of Crossfire? in 2004, he showed up on CNN’s debate program to denounce its hosts for “hurting America.” |
BBC China's military is rehearsing the encirclement of Taiwan during three days of military drills, which views Taiwan as a breakaway province of China - called the operation a "stern warning" to the government. |
Reuters / Brendan
PiersonWhat Happens After
Disapproved Abortion Pill?
U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk in Texas suspended approval of the abortion pill mifepristone, which will essentially make sales of the pill illegal in the U.S., while a legal challenge proceeds. |
6ABC / Bryanna
Gallagher3 Wounded People at
Delaware Mall
Three people were shot and injured at the Christiana Mall in Delaware and were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Officials say two victims are in stable condition and one is in critical condition. |
Sky
NewsLast Living Nuremberg
Prosecutor Dies at 103
Ben Ferencz, the last surviving prosecutor from the Nuremberg trials in Germany, has died at the age of 103 – he was an inexperienced 27-year-old when he became chief prosecutor for the U.S. |
ABC7Hundreds Laid Off at
McDonald's
Hundreds of people are being laid off from McDonald's as the burger giant restructures the company, a source familiar with the situation confirmed to ABC7 Friday. |
Bloomberg / Neil
CallananWall of Debt Hits the
U.S. Commercial Prospects
Almost $1.5 trillion of US commercial real estate debt comes due for repayment before the end of 2025. The big question facing those borrowers is who’s going to lend to them?
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Hollywood Reporter / Frank
ScheckSuper Mario Bros Film
Review, Passes $200 Million
After the debacle that was the 1993 live-action Super Mario Brothers movie adaptation, the creators of the new animated version clearly felt the need to restore the faith of the wildly popular video game.
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USA Today / Marco della
CavaLittle Steven on Tour
Break, Talks About the Boss
Steven Van Zandt has the mischievous glint of a satyr – talk to him and depending on the question, you'll see a wide range of grins and grimaces and hear a selection of giggles and guffaws. |
For the
Left George Soros' Son Has Visited White House More Than a Dozen Times Since Biden Took Office, Records Show
Alexander Soros, son of liberal billionaire George Soros,
has made frequent visits to the White House since President Biden took office in 2021, meeting with top officials on behalf of his 92-year-old father.
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For the
Right The dramatic dueling rulings by two federal district
judges on Friday about access to a widely used abortion pill set up a lower court conflict that legal experts say will almost certainly send the dispute to the Supreme Court.
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