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King Charles III to Address Congress, Acknowledge Strains but Stress US-UK Reconciliation
The British monarch's Tuesday speech marks his first address to a joint meeting of Congress since his coronation.
NYC Mayor Mamdani's Education Plans Face Criticism From GOP Leader Over Gifted Program Phaseout
New York City Republican Party Chairman Joseph Forte warns that eliminating gifted and talented programs would harm academic achievement and lower standards citywide.
Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI Heads to Federal Court in California
The tech billionaire alleges Sam Altman betrayed their shared non-profit mission for AGI, while OpenAI says Musk is driven by jealousy and regret.
55% of Americans Say Financial Situation Is Getting Worse, Highest Since 2001: Gallup Poll
The survey conducted April 1-15 found gas prices surged to nearly $4.18 amid Middle East tensions, with inflation rising to 3.3 percent last month.
'PH-1' Star Says His Film Could Serve as 'Cautionary Tale' for Social Media-Obsessed Lawmakers
The thriller, featuring Mark Kassen as a vanity-obsessed senator held hostage while his online reputation crumbles, opens in Washington before streaming release May 8.
Florida Republicans Again Block DeSantis' Push for State AI Regulation
The governor's effort, opposed by House Speaker Perez and aligned with Trump's federal-first approach, stalls during special session.
Republicans Criticize Democrats for Applauding King Charles After Prior 'No Kings' Protests Against Trump
The criticism centers on apparent contradiction between Democratic opposition to executive power and Tuesday's applause for the British monarch during his address to Congress.
Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Dispute Over Roundup Weed Killer Warning Labels
Justices must decide whether federal pesticide law preempts state jury verdicts requiring cancer warnings, a ruling that could affect tens of thousands of pending lawsuits.
Chavez-DeRemer Exit Tests GOP-Labor Coalition's Future
Her departure raises questions about Trump's commitment to union voters who helped power his 2024 victory.
Tim Walz Takes Credit For FBI Raids On Minnesota Daycare Businesses As Fraud Investigation Expands
FBI Director Kash Patel disputed the governor's claims, saying federal officials drafted and executed all search warrants in the multi-state fraud crackdown.