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Judge orders LA prosecutors to explain why Menendez brothers' conviction shouldn't be re-examined
Read full article: Judge orders LA prosecutors to explain why Menendez brothers' conviction shouldn't be re-examinedA judge has ordered Los Angeles prosecutors to explain why the Menendez brothers’ murder convictions should not be re-examined in light of new evidence supporting their claims of sexual abuse by their father.
Homeland Security is removing protections that kept some Afghans from deportation
Read full article: Homeland Security is removing protections that kept some Afghans from deportationTemporary protections allowing nearly 12,000 Afghans to work in the U.S. and avoid deportation are expiring.
MAGA faithful are angry about the Epstein case. Here's what to know
Read full article: MAGA faithful are angry about the Epstein case. Here's what to knowA broken promise to release more information about the Jeffrey Epstein case has sparked outrage among some of President Donald Trump’s loyal supporters.
Supreme Court allows Trump to lay off nearly 1,400 Education Department employees
Read full article: Supreme Court allows Trump to lay off nearly 1,400 Education Department employeesThe Supreme Court is allowing President Donald Trump to put his plan to dismantle the Education Department back on track and go through with laying off nearly 1,400 employees.
Senate Democrats say Trump's policies are hurting America’s ability to compete with China
Read full article: Senate Democrats say Trump's policies are hurting America’s ability to compete with ChinaSenate Democrats say President Donald Trump's policies are weakening America’s ability to compete with China.
Ponte Vedra Beach man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after posing as tutor to try to entice ‘child’ for sex
Read full article: Ponte Vedra Beach man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after posing as tutor to try to entice ‘child’ for sexA Ponte Vedra Beach man was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to posing as a tutor to try to entice a “child” for sex, according to the United States Attorney’s Office.
Cuomo stays in NYC mayor’s race as an independent after losing Democratic primary to Mamdani
Read full article: Cuomo stays in NYC mayor’s race as an independent after losing Democratic primary to MamdaniFormer New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced he will run for New York City mayor as an independent candidate.
Jacksonville man hopes personal experience with hospice reminds others to ‘Check On Your Mom’
Read full article: Jacksonville man hopes personal experience with hospice reminds others to ‘Check On Your Mom’A Jacksonville man is using his personal loss to help others navigate the difficult journey of caring for a loved one in hospice.
Starbucks takes aim at remote work, says some employees may need to relocate to headquarters
Read full article: Starbucks takes aim at remote work, says some employees may need to relocate to headquartersStarbucks is requiring some remote workers to relocate to its headquarters and increasing the number of days that corporate employees are required to work in an office.
Veterinary technician accused of coercing minor to engage in sexual acts at Nassau County animal shelter
Read full article: Veterinary technician accused of coercing minor to engage in sexual acts at Nassau County animal shelterAn employee with the Nassau County animal shelter was arrested on Friday and accused of sexual battery on a minor, according to the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office.
NFL legend John Elway won't be charged in golf cart accident that killed former agent Jeff Sperbeck
Read full article: NFL legend John Elway won't be charged in golf cart accident that killed former agent Jeff SperbeckNFL Hall of Famer John Elway won’t be charged after his business partner was fatally injured falling out of his golf cart.
This Florida city has the worst housing market in America, WSJ says
Read full article: This Florida city has the worst housing market in America, WSJ saysIn one Florida city where new residents once flocked, “For Sale” signs now line every other block, according to a recent report from The Wall Street Journal. Foreclosures are on the rise, and open houses see no visitors.
Retired Army officer pleads guilty to sharing classified info on Russia-Ukraine war on dating site
Read full article: Retired Army officer pleads guilty to sharing classified info on Russia-Ukraine war on dating siteA retired Army officer who worked as a civilian Air Force employee has pleaded guilty to conspiring to share classified information about Russia's war with Ukraine.
A system in the Gulf has a 30% chance of development over the next week. Here’s how it could affect us
Read full article: A system in the Gulf has a 30% chance of development over the next week. Here’s how it could affect usThe National Hurricane Center has highlighted an area in the northern Gulf of Mexico with a 30% chance of development over the next seven days.
Nearly 500 UNF students on housing standby list amid dorm renovations
Read full article: Nearly 500 UNF students on housing standby list amid dorm renovationsAs the fall semester approaches at the University of North Florida, hundreds of incoming students are still without a guaranteed place to live on campus, with over 350 students currently on a housing standby list, according to university officials.
Suspect in Kentucky church shooting had a domestic violence hearing the next day
Read full article: Suspect in Kentucky church shooting had a domestic violence hearing the next dayThe man accused of killing two women at a Kentucky church and wounding a state trooper in separate shootings had been expected in court for a domestic violence hearing the next day.
Man charged after kilt-wearing attacker smashes case holding Scotland's Stone of Destiny
Read full article: Man charged after kilt-wearing attacker smashes case holding Scotland's Stone of DestinyA man from Australia has been charged with “malicious mischief” for allegedly smashing a glass case holding the Stone of Destiny.
Bradford Middle School teacher arrested, accused of engaging in online sexual activity with student
Read full article: Bradford Middle School teacher arrested, accused of engaging in online sexual activity with studentA Bradford Middle School teacher was arrested on Monday and accused of engaging in online sexual activity for a student to view, according to the Bradford County Sheriff’s Office.
Under fire by Trump over costs, Chair Powell seeks watchdog review of Fed building overhaul
Read full article: Under fire by Trump over costs, Chair Powell seeks watchdog review of Fed building overhaulFederal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is asking an inspector general to review the cost of the central bank’s building renovations that White House officials have attacked as “ostentatious."
Mayor highlights public safety, affordable housing, literacy initiatives & road improvements in $2B budget proposal
Read full article: Mayor highlights public safety, affordable housing, literacy initiatives & road improvements in $2B budget proposalMayor Donna Deegan presented her $2 billion budget proposal on Monday to the Jacksonville City Council, highlighting efforts to streamline permit processes for small businesses, address affordable housing and homelessness, meet public safety needs, continue to improve literacy and education, and tackle blight.
Here's what triggered the latest deadly sectarian clashes in Syria, and why it matters
Read full article: Here's what triggered the latest deadly sectarian clashes in Syria, and why it mattersClashes in Syria between Bedouin tribes, government forces, and the Druze minority have left dozens dead, raising fears of escalating violence.
Elmo's hacked X account posted racist messages. Sesame Workshop is trying to regain control
Read full article: Elmo's hacked X account posted racist messages. Sesame Workshop is trying to regain controlSesame Workshop is working to regain control of Elmo's X account after a hacker posted racist and antisemitic messages.
Police say 4 people were killed in a small plane crash at London Southend airport
Read full article: Police say 4 people were killed in a small plane crash at London Southend airportPolice say all four people aboard a small plane that crashed shortly after taking off from London Southend Airport on Sunday are dead.
A wildfire that destroyed historic Grand Canyon Lodge spread after being allowed to burn for days
Read full article: A wildfire that destroyed historic Grand Canyon Lodge spread after being allowed to burn for daysA wildfire has destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim, along with over 70 structures, including cabins and a visitor center.
BBC Gaza documentary narrated by Hamas official's son breached editorial guidelines, review says
Read full article: BBC Gaza documentary narrated by Hamas official's son breached editorial guidelines, review saysBritain's media regulator says it will investigate a BBC documentary about children in Gaza after a report found that it was narrated by the son of a Hamas official and therefore breached editorial guidelines on accuracy.
German customs officials show images of tarantulas hidden in spongecake boxes after smuggling bust
Read full article: German customs officials show images of tarantulas hidden in spongecake boxes after smuggling bustCustoms officials have released photos from a seizure of roughly 1,500 young tarantulas found inside plastic containers that had been hidden in chocolate spongecake boxes shipped to an airport in western Germany.
The Latest: Supreme Court will allow mass layoffs at Education Department
Read full article: The Latest: Supreme Court will allow mass layoffs at Education DepartmentThe Supreme Court is allowing President Donald Trump to put his plan to dismantle the Education Department back on track and go through with laying off nearly 1,400 employees.
Kosovo fighter's sentence cut to 13 years despite court upholding convictions for murder and torture
Read full article: Kosovo fighter's sentence cut to 13 years despite court upholding convictions for murder and tortureA European Union-backed court has upheld convictions against former Kosovo Liberation Army fighter Pjetër Shala for murder, torture and arbitrary detention.
A designer dressed Chappell Roan with seaweed. But don't expect to find the approach in stores — yet
Read full article: A designer dressed Chappell Roan with seaweed. But don't expect to find the approach in stores — yetFast fashion relies heavily on synthetic fibers that are made from oil and gas, fossil fuels that cause climate change.
Kenvue CEO Mongon leaves the consumer health company as it continues its strategic review
Read full article: Kenvue CEO Mongon leaves the consumer health company as it continues its strategic reviewKenvue says that CEO Thibaut Mongon is departing as the maker of Listerine and Band-Aid brands continues with a strategic review of the company.
Astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary head back to Earth after private space station mission
Read full article: Astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary head back to Earth after private space station missionThe International Space Station's first visitors from India, Poland and Hungary are headed back to Earth.
Most teens — and girls especially — see college as key to jobs and life skills, AP-NORC poll says
Read full article: Most teens — and girls especially — see college as key to jobs and life skills, AP-NORC poll saysA recent AP-NORC Teen Poll poll shows most U.S. teenagers prioritize graduating from college, with 70% of girls and 54% of boys considering it important.
More than 20 states sue Trump administration over frozen after-school and summer funding
Read full article: More than 20 states sue Trump administration over frozen after-school and summer fundingMore than 20 states have sued President Donald Trump’s administration over billions of dollars in frozen funding for after-school care, summer programs and more.
Flames tear through assisted-living facility in Massachusetts, killing 9 and trapping residents
Read full article: Flames tear through assisted-living facility in Massachusetts, killing 9 and trapping residentsFlames roared through an assisted-living facility in Massachusetts, killing nine people and trapping residents inside, including some who leaned out of windows and screamed for help.
$20M project to save Fernandina Beach shoreline finishes months ahead of schedule
Read full article: $20M project to save Fernandina Beach shoreline finishes months ahead of scheduleThe $20 million Nassau County Shore Protection Project to renourish the Fernandina Beach shoreline from Fort Clinch to Saddler Road has finished months ahead of schedule.
Trump threatens Russia with tariffs and boosts US weapons for Ukraine
Read full article: Trump threatens Russia with tariffs and boosts US weapons for UkrainePresident Donald Trump has announced new measures targeting Russia over its ongoing war in Ukraine, threatening steep tariffs if a peace deal isn't reached within 50 days.
EU trade ministers plan countermeasures to Trump's 'unacceptable' 30% tariffs
Read full article: EU trade ministers plan countermeasures to Trump's 'unacceptable' 30% tariffsEU trade ministers have agreed that U.S. President Donald Trump’s 30% tariffs announced on the European Union are “absolutely unacceptable,” and they are studying a new set of countermeasures to respond to the move.
Wall Street holds near its record amid doubts about Trump's tariffs
Read full article: Wall Street holds near its record amid doubts about Trump's tariffsU.S. stock indexes held near their records following President Donald Trump’s latest updates to his tariffs, as speculation continues that he may ultimately back down on them.
Israel strikes military tanks in southern Syria, where government forces clash with Druze militias
Read full article: Israel strikes military tanks in southern Syria, where government forces clash with Druze militiasIsrael has struck military tanks in southern Syria, where government forces and Bedouin tribes clash with Druze militias.
The reconstruction of Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange takes shape after a destructive fire
Read full article: The reconstruction of Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange takes shape after a destructive fireThe multistage restoration of Copenhagen’s Old Stock Exchange is taking shape 15 months after a fire destroyed more than half of the 400-year-old building.
The search for those missing in catastrophic Texas floods resumes in some areas after pause for rain
Read full article: The search for those missing in catastrophic Texas floods resumes in some areas after pause for rainOfficials kept a wary eye on river levels as some crews resumed the search for people still missing after catastrophic flooding pummeled Texas this month.
Armies of Texas volunteers dig out, clean up, after fatal floods
Read full article: Armies of Texas volunteers dig out, clean up, after fatal floodsArmies of Texan volunteers are leading flood recovery and cleanup, supplementing official efforts even as more flooding hits and the search for the missing continues.
India wants air conditioners to be made with milder temperature settings to save energy
Read full article: India wants air conditioners to be made with milder temperature settings to save energyThe Indian government has proposed requiring the lowest temperature setting on all new air conditioners to be 20 Celsius, or 68 Fahrenheit.
‘Who’s got next?’ Democrats already lining up for 2028 presidential race in early voting states
Read full article: ‘Who’s got next?’ Democrats already lining up for 2028 presidential race in early voting statesThe voters in early presidential nominating states are used to seeing contenders months or even years before most of the country.
'Love Island' revives conversation about racial bias and misogynoir in dating
Read full article: 'Love Island' revives conversation about racial bias and misogynoir in datingThe reality show franchise “Love Island” highlights challenges emblematic of modern dating, especially for Black women and contestants with darker skin tones.
Search ends for those missing after Yemen's Houthi rebels sink ship in Red Sea
Read full article: Search ends for those missing after Yemen's Houthi rebels sink ship in Red SeaThe search for those missing after Yemen’s Houthi rebels sank a ship in the Red Sea has ended as at least four people are presumed dead and 11 others remain unaccounted for.