Keeping Up With America

Hanson man sentenced to prison for dogfighting: A Massachusetts man was sentenced to more than a year in prison for federal dogfighting charges, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Kennedy, in private speech to FDA staff, calls agency a 'sock puppet' for the industry: Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., in a speech Friday to Food and Drug Administration staff, derided their past decisions, at one point saying that the agency had become “a sock puppet” for the industries it was meant to regulate.

Florida art dealer jailed for selling fakes arrested again, now charged with peddling phony Andy Warhols: A Florida art dealer who previously did time for selling fakes was arrested again, this time accused of selling works that he passed off as originals by famed pop artist Andy Warhol — while knowing all along that the pieces were phony, officials said Thursday.

Pronouns in some reporters' email signatures get a stony response from Trump administration: In one case, a reporter received an email reply from the White House press secretary, saying, “As a matter of policy, we do not respond to reporters with pronouns in their bios.”

28 hikers, including 25 children, rescued on Arizona Hot Springs Trail from extreme heat: Extreme temperatures on the Arizona Hot Springs Trail left 28 hikers — 3 adults and 25 children with special needs — in need of rescue on Thursday, with trails now closed for the next few days.

Around the World

As Trump's envoy meets Putin, Prince Harry's visit echoes Europe's embrace of Ukraine: U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff met in St. Petersburg with his Russian counterpart, while Ukraine's NATO allies pledged an additional $23 billion to Kyiv's war effort.

More than 100 people dead after heavy rains hit India and Nepal: India's weather office expects more heavy rain until Monday and potentially deadly heat waves in April, as the monsoon is starting earlier than usual.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Mortgage rates surge over 7% as tariffs hit bond market

Apple is left without a life raft as Trump’s China trade war intensifies, analysts warn

10-year Treasury yield tops 4.5% after surge this week that’s worrying Wall Street and the White House

Richer, Wiser, Happier

Can’t pay your taxes by April 15? You have options, IRS says: The tax deadline is days away and the IRS is urging taxpayers to file returns on time and “pay as much as they can.” However, if you can’t cover your total tax balance, there are options for the remaining taxes owed, according to the agency.

3 Reasons I'll Be Taking Social Security Long Before Age 70 | Adam Levy, Fool. When to file for Social Security benefits is one of the most important decisions you'll make in retirement. Most people first become eligible for retirement benefits starting at age 62, but experts typically recommend waiting until 70 to maximize your monthly check.

Gold prices are skyrocketing: 3 gold assets to invest in now: Gold has continued its record-setting pace in 2025, hitting $3,233.80 per ounce today. The precious metal's incredible ascent over the past year has resulted in numerous broken price records over the past year, including last month's previous record of $3,000 per ounce. In total, the value of gold has increased by more than $1,200 per ounce since April 2024, and while temporary dips have occurred during that time, it appears that gold may be headed back up for now.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Scottie Scheffler opens Masters title defense with 4-under 68 | UConn star Paige Bueckers among 16 invitees to Monday's WNBA draft

Gordon Ramsay to Launch New Series ‘Secret Service,’ Will Go Undercover to Rescue America’s Filthiest Restaurants | Asian-American Family Drama ‘The Harvest’ Acquired by Freestyle Digital Media, Trailer Unveiled (EXCLUSIVE)

Jaime King breaks silence on losing custody of her kids: 'It's very upsetting' | Azealia Banks walks off stage during concert in Germany after fan throws cup at her head

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