The US House of Representatives narrowly voted down a resolution that would have limited further military action against Iran. Most Democrats supported the resolution due to concerns about the ongoing conflict, while some Republicans opposed it. Peace talks between the US and Iran continue during a temporary ceasefire.
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The House vote was 213 against and 214 in favor, failing by just one vote.
The resolution aimed to stop more US military involvement in Iran.
It was introduced by Greg Meeks, a top Democrat on the House foreign affairs committee.
Some Democrats changed their minds to support the resolution because they were unhappy with how President Trump handled the conflict.
Jared Golden was the only Democrat who opposed the resolution, and Thomas Massie was the only Republican who supported it.
US-Iran peace talks are happening during a temporary ceasefire that lasts until April 22.
Negotiations in Pakistan between a US official and Iran did not extend the ceasefire.
Pakistan’s army chief traveled to Iran to keep working on the peace talks.
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A man named Glyn Razzell, who was convicted in 2003 for murdering his wife Linda and has never said where her body is, has been granted parole. The Parole Board decided he does not pose a risk to the public despite his refusal to reveal the location of Linda's remains.
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Glyn Razzell was sentenced to life in prison in 2003 for murdering his estranged wife, Linda.
Linda disappeared in 2002 while on her way to work; her body has never been found.
Helen's Law requires the Parole Board to consider the pain caused when killers do not say where their victims are buried.
The Parole Board said they focused only on the risk to public safety when deciding on parole.
Razzell’s refusal to say where Linda’s body is was called "continuing cruelty" by the board.
The board found Razzell posed minimal risk and had followed prison rules and controls.
Razzell’s parole was previously denied three times, including once under Helen’s Law.
The Ministry of Justice is reviewing whether to challenge the parole decision.
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An ICE agent named Gregory Morgan Jr. faces assault charges for pointing a gun at two people on a Minnesota highway in February. He was driving illegally on the shoulder and pulled alongside the victims, pointing a handgun at them after they moved in front of him.
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The incident happened on February 5 on Highway 62 near Interstate 35W in the Twin Cities area.
Gregory Morgan Jr., 35, from Maryland, is charged with two counts of second-degree assault.
Morgan drove an unmarked black Ford Expedition rented to his partner, who was also in the car.
The victims called 911, not knowing Morgan was an ICE agent, and shared video footage with police.
Morgan said in an interview that he was doing surveillance for ICE and felt threatened when cut off.
The Hennepin County Attorney’s office says this case is the first of its kind nationally.
The office is investigating other incidents related to Operation Metro Surge involving ICE and federal agents.
Prosecutors say federal authorities have obstructed investigations, but charges were possible because state police located Morgan and got a statement.
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Steve Bannon, who once worked in the White House, told Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to avoid focusing too much on religion during briefings about the conflict with Iran. Bannon said that talking about religion can distract from the important military details explained by generals.
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Steve Bannon used to be a White House strategist.
He spoke on his show called “War Room.”
Bannon advised Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to reduce religious talk in Iran conflict briefings.
Bannon said the briefings should focus on precise military information.
He praised General Dan Caine, who chaired the briefing.
The goal is to keep briefings clear and focused on operational details.
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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will stop funding a shelter run by Catholic Charities that cares for migrant children. The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), part of HHS, ended an $11 million contract with the Archdiocese of Miami’s shelter after several years.
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HHS is ending an $11 million contract with Catholic Charities.
The contract was with a shelter run by the Archdiocese of Miami.
This shelter provides care for migrant children.
The decision comes after several years of funding.
The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) is the HHS sub-agency managing this contract.
The end of the contract will affect how migrant children are cared for in that shelter.
Catholic Charities has been involved in migrant child care through this contract.
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Utah Valley University removed Sharon McMahon as the 2026 commencement speaker after conservatives criticized her past comments about Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot on the campus in September 2026. The university cited safety concerns and consultation with public safety officials for the decision.
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Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist, was shot and killed at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2026.
Sharon McMahon, an author and educator, was initially chosen to be the university's commencement speaker.
Some conservatives criticized McMahon for remarks questioning Kirk's approach to debates following his death.
Utah Valley University said they canceled the speaker due to safety concerns for McMahon and the event.
Senator Mike Lee publicly opposed the choice of McMahon, questioning if the university's decision would differ if political roles were reversed.
Turning Point USA’s Utah Valley chapter also condemned McMahon, saying she treated Kirk's assassination as a chance to create content, not to grieve.
Sharon McMahon is known for educating people about the government through social media.
Tyler Robinson was arrested and charged with Kirk’s murder; prosecutors seek the death penalty.
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The House of Representatives did not pass a resolution that would limit President Trump's power to start a war with Iran. The resolution failed by one vote, showing divisions among lawmakers on how to handle war powers related to Iran.
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House Democrats tried for the third time to pass a war powers resolution on Iran but failed.
The vote was very close: 213 in favor and 214 against.
The resolution aimed to restrict President Trump's ability to wage war without Congress's approval.
Some Democrats voted against the resolution, while a few Republicans supported it.
Representative Jared Golden (D-Maine) sided with Republicans to oppose the resolution.
Representative Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) joined Democrats to support the resolution.
Representative Warren Davidson (R-Ohio) voted "present," neither for nor against.
Some lawmakers changed their votes compared to previous attempts, showing shifting opinions.
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Many Americans are using artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT to get health advice quickly. A recent poll found about one-quarter of U.S. adults used AI for health information in the past month, often to decide if they need to see a doctor or to understand medical details.
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About 25% of U.S. adults used AI tools for health information in the last 30 days.
Users often want fast answers or extra information before or after doctor visits.
AI tools are seen as improved versions of web searches, giving summaries instead of many links.
Around 80% of adults still seek help from health professionals despite using AI.
Some use AI because health care is too expensive, inconvenient, or hard to access.
Many want help outside normal business hours or want to avoid paying for a doctor’s visit.
Younger adults and people with lower incomes are more likely to use AI for health advice.
Some users feel ignored by doctors or feel embarrassed to talk about health issues in person.
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A 14-month-old boy named Noah Sibanda died at a nursery in Dudley after staff restrained him by placing him face down with a leg on his back to make him sleep. The nursery worker, owner, and the nursery face court sentencing for manslaughter and health and safety offences.
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Noah Sibanda died on December 9, 2022, at Fairytales Day Nursery in Dudley.
Nursery worker Kimberley Cookson placed Noah face down on a soft cushion and used her left leg on his back to keep him still.
Noah was wrapped tightly in a sleeping bag and had a blanket over his head, which the nursery used to block light and help children sleep.
CCTV showed Noah struggling before being restrained, and Cookson left him alone for about two hours without checking.
The nursery worker is being sentenced for gross negligence manslaughter.
The nursery owner is being sentenced for a health and safety offence.
The nursery itself faces charges of corporate manslaughter and health and safety offences.
Noah’s mother expressed deep grief and guilt in a court statement, describing how Noah was "alone, scared and in pain" in his final moments.
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A Texas court ordered Theodore Knox to pay over $2.8 million after finding him responsible for a 2024 street racing crash in Dallas. Knox is a co-defendant in a civil lawsuit involving Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice.
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The court entered a default judgment against Theodore Knox.
Knox was found negligent in a 2024 street racing crash.
The crash happened in Dallas, Texas.
Knox must pay more than $2.8 million.
Rashee Rice, a Chiefs football player, is involved as a co-defendant in the related lawsuit.
The judgment was issued on a Wednesday.
The lawsuit is a civil case, which means it is about money damages, not criminal charges.
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A federal judge limited construction on President Donald Trump’s planned White House ballroom. The ruling allows underground security work to continue but stops most above-ground building until Congress approves the project.
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U.S. District Judge Richard Leon made the ruling on Thursday.
Underground work for security features like bunkers can continue.
Above-ground construction of the ballroom must stop unless Congress says yes.
The administration argued the project has important security features against threats like drones and missiles.
Judge Leon said national security does not justify ignoring legal requirements.
Enforcement of the ruling is paused for one week to allow time to ask the Supreme Court for review.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation sued, saying demolition and construction need Congress’s okay.
The project is estimated to cost $400 million, with private donations funding the ballroom and public money paying for security upgrades underground.
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Tiger Woods’ lawyer is trying to stop prosecutors from getting his prescription drug records after Woods was arrested for driving under the influence in Florida. Woods denies the charges, and his lawyer says these medical records should be private unless a judge agrees they are needed.
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Tiger Woods was arrested last month in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI).
Prosecutors want to get Woods’ prescription drug records from a Florida pharmacy.
Woods’ lawyer says Woods has a right to keep his prescription information private.
The lawyer asked a judge to decide if the records are really needed.
If allowed, the records would only be shared with certain people like prosecutors and Woods’ defense team.
Woods was driving fast on a road with a 30 mph limit when he crashed his SUV into a truck.
Woods showed signs of impairment but passed a Breathalyzer test and refused a urine test.
Prosecutors also want Woods to name any witnesses he will use for his defense.
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The FDA will hold meetings to discuss lifting restrictions on 12 peptides that were banned in 2023 due to safety concerns. The meetings come after pressure from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who supports these unproven peptide drugs.
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The FDA banned 12 peptides in 2023 because they posed safety risks.
The agency scheduled advisory meetings in July 2024 and February 2027 to reconsider these restrictions.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who supports these peptides, has no medical or scientific background.
Kennedy has publicly promoted the use of these unproven peptides and criticized the FDA's ban.
The advisory panel reviewing the peptides currently has many vacancies and only a few voting members.
There are concerns that Kennedy may influence this panel to ease restrictions without strong scientific evidence.
Peptide drugs are short chains of amino acids; some FDA-approved ones are used for diseases like diabetes.
The banned peptides are often sold online without proof they work or are safe.
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Some U.S. states, including New York, are reconsidering their goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions because of rising energy costs and efforts to keep energy affordable for families. Governors like New York’s Kathy Hochul want to delay these targets, while environmental groups worry this will slow down progress on climate change.
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In 2019, New York set a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030.
Governor Kathy Hochul wants to delay this goal to avoid raising energy prices for families.
Rising electricity prices, up 27% from 2019 to 2024, partly due to higher natural gas costs and increased demand, are a concern.
Some states like Rhode Island and Connecticut have also lowered or delayed their clean energy targets.
Democratic leaders are trying to balance climate goals with the need to keep energy affordable.
The “cap-and-invest” system allows polluters to buy permits to emit greenhouse gases, with funds going toward clean energy projects.
President Donald Trump’s administration reduced clean energy grants and opposed offshore wind farms, which some say increased costs for states trying to meet climate goals.
States like Massachusetts and New Jersey are considering lowering extra charges on utility bills that fund energy efficiency programs.
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New information has come out about a murder-suicide involving Justin Fairfax and his wife. Justin Fairfax is the former Lieutenant Governor of Virginia.
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The incident involves a murder-suicide.
Justin Fairfax and his wife are the people involved.
Justin Fairfax served as the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia.
Details are still emerging about what happened.
The news was reported by CBS News.
Nicole Sganga is the CBS News reporter covering the story.
The situation is current and under investigation.
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The U.S. House of Representatives voted against a measure that would limit President Donald Trump's power to start a war with Iran. This vote came a day after a similar measure was rejected in the Senate and was expected to be vetoed by the president.
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The House voted 213 against and 214 in favor to block President Trump from striking Iran.
The resolution was backed mostly by Democrats and aimed to restrict the president’s war powers.
The measure was largely symbolic because President Trump was expected to veto it.
A similar resolution failed in the Senate the day before.
Most Republicans opposed these measures in both the House and Senate.
Some lawmakers said their votes might change if fighting with Iran lasted beyond this month.
An earlier attempt to limit war powers also failed narrowly last month in the House.
In that earlier vote, two Republicans supported the measure while four Democrats opposed it.
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Vice President Kamala Harris criticized President Trump for higher gas prices during the U.S. conflict with Iran. She described the conflict as a “war of choice” and said it causes people to pay about $15 more each time they fill their gas tanks.
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Vice President Kamala Harris spoke outside a gas station in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Harris blamed President Trump for the rise in gas prices.
She called the conflict with Iran a “war of choice,” meaning it was a decision that could have been avoided.
Gas prices have increased, making it cost about $15 more per fill-up.
The U.S. is involved in a conflict with Iran.
Harris’s comments came in a video released on a Wednesday.
The issue ties into broader concerns about the economy and energy costs for Americans.
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A federal judge blocked above-ground construction of a $400 million ballroom at the White House but allowed work to continue on below-ground national security facilities. President Donald Trump criticized the judge’s decision and said the administration will ask a higher court to review the ruling.
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The planned ballroom covers 90,000 square feet at the site of the former East Wing of the White House.
U.S. District Judge Richard Leon stopped above-ground construction but allowed underground work for security purposes.
The underground work includes a bunker and other facilities to protect against threats like drones, missiles, and biohazards.
Judge Leon said he reviewed private government documents and concluded stopping above-ground work would not harm national security.
The Trump administration disagrees and will appeal the decision to the U.S. Court of Appeals.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation, which sued to block the project, supported the judge’s ruling.
Trump called Judge Leon a "Trump Hating" judge and accused him of delaying a "great gift to America."
The judge requires congressional approval for above-ground construction to continue.
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear criticized Vice President JD Vance for supporting people who tell lies and for what Beshear called worshiping “false idols.” Beshear mentioned these actions go against Catholic commandments.
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is a member of the Democratic Party.
Beshear spoke about Vice President JD Vance during an interview with Jen Psaki on MS NOW.
Beshear referenced a Catholic commandment that says not to worship false idols.
He accused Vice President Vance of forgetting this commandment.
Beshear linked this criticism to Vance supporting individuals who tell lies.
The statement came in the context of a political discussion involving religion and truthfulness.
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Senate Democrats want to delay the confirmation hearing for Kevin Warsh, President Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve, because the current Fed chair Jerome Powell and another Fed governor are under criminal investigations. Democrats say it is wrong to let Trump choose a new Fed leader while these investigations are ongoing.
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President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chair.
Jerome Powell is under a criminal investigation related to the Federal Reserve’s building renovations.
Another Fed governor, Lisa Cook, faces an attempt by Trump’s administration to remove her over alleged mortgage fraud, which she denies.
Democratic senators on the Senate banking committee asked Republican leadership to postpone Warsh’s confirmation hearing.
The hearing was originally scheduled for Tuesday but Democrats want it delayed until investigations finish.
Some Republicans, including Senator Thom Tillis, have concerns about confirming Warsh while the investigation is open.
President Trump has publicly criticized the judge blocking part of the investigation and Powell’s refusal to lower interest rates.
The White House has not yet commented on the situation.
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