Texas lottery executives blessed a scheme that ensured one player would win a $95 million jackpot in 2023. The caper has underscored a sense that almost nothing is on the level. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/20/us/rigged-texas-lottery.html Author : J. David Goodman Publish date : 2025-04-20 17:28:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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What determines where you place a dish in the oven? We answered this reader question. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2025/04/20/oven-rack-placement-baking-roasting/ Author : Becky Krystal Publish date : 2025-04-20 14:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, took social media heat after arguing that President Donald Trump is worse than an alleged member of the notorious MS-13 gang."She got a bad case of ," one social media user said of Crockett Saturday, adding that the lawmaker "knows we Texans are coming for her seat in Congress in 2026."The comment comes after Crockett’s interview with MSNBC host Katie Phang on Saturday, where the Democratic lawmaker said Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an illegal immigrant who was recently deported, was "a lot less criminal" than Trump.ASMINE CROCKETT TEARS UP AS CANCELED MSNBC HOST THANKS HER FOR 'CONTINUING
The draft executive order to be signed by President Trump would eliminate Africa operations and shut down bureaus working on democracy, human rights and refugee issues. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/20/us/politics/trump-state-department-overhaul.html Author : Edward Wong Publish date : 2025-04-20 15:11:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Some immigrant detention centers across the country are over capacity. The administration has asked for emergency contracts to add more facilities. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/04/18/immigrant-detention-overcrowding-trump-crackdown/ Author : Douglas MacMillan Publish date : 2025-04-20 15:07:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
As Easter serves as a reminder of renewal and hope for many in the Christian faith, the author of a series of new children's books warns that the culture war and the fight for family values isn't over.Anthony DeStefano is a bestselling author renowned for his Christian-themed books for adults and children. His books often bring Biblical stories to life through vivid, animated storytelling. His latest, "From Bread and Wine to Saints Divine," introduces children to the Eucharist—a central element of Catholic and Orthodox communion—in a way that’s simple and accessible. "If the electorate rejects wokeism, what other options does the
Today, we’re introducing “Believing,” a yearlong exploration from The Times of how people experience religion and spirituality now. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/20/briefing/easter-america-religion-spirituality.html Author : Lauren Jackson Publish date : 2025-04-20 12:35:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Protesters gathered in hundreds of rallies across the country to denounce President Donald Trump. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/04/19/anti-trump-protests-50501-movement-hands-off/ Author : Emma Uber, Tatum Hunter, Reis Thebault Publish date : 2025-04-19 23:23:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
It’s going to be a wretched and fearful Easter for Christians in Nigeria. The killing and persecution of Christians by Islamist militants intent on creating a muslim caliphate in this West African country is continuing apparently unchecked despite the population being 46% Christian."Nigeria’s Christians are being wiped out; we need to call it what it is — genocide," Jeff King, president of International Christian Concern (ICC), a persecution watchdog, told Fox News Digital."Let’s start with the horrible attacks on April 2-3, 2025, in (Nigeria’s) Plateau State’s Bokkos County. Over 60 Christians (were) slaughtered, and 383 homes torched" King said. "Families were
The victims fell or were swept into the ocean, according to the police, as swells pounded Sydney and other places along the country’s east coast. At least two others were missing. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/20/world/asia/australia-waves-queensland-sydney.html Author : Yan Zhuang Publish date : 2025-04-20 09:37:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Pierre Poilievre appeared all but set to end a decade of Liberal government in Canada. But with Trudeau out and Trump at the gates, times have changed. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/04/20/canada-pierre-poilievre-election/ Author : Amanda Coletta Publish date : 2025-04-20 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Imagine a grocery store where your entire order is picked, packed and ready for delivery in just five minutes without a single human hand touching your food. This is exactly what’s happening inside Ocado’s revolutionary Hive, a fully automated warehouse system that’s changing the way we shop for groceries.At the core of Ocado’s Customer Fulfilment Centres, or CFCs, is The Hive, a massive 3D grid filled with thousands of grocery products. STAY PROTECTED & INFORMED! GET SECURITY ALERTS & EXPERT TECH TIPS — SIGN UP FOR KURT’S THE CYBERGUY REPORT NOWPicture fleets of robots or "bots" zipping around at speeds up to
What goes around, comes around. And it is not likely to be good for the White House. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/20/opinion/trump-challenge-supreme-court.html Author : Aaron Tang Publish date : 2025-04-20 05:41:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The victory for liberals comes after moderate candidates and causes had prevailed in previous California races, even in other deep-blue districts. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/04/19/oakland-mayor-results-barbara-lee-loren-taylor/ Author : Reis Thebault Publish date : 2025-04-19 21:38:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
WrestleMania 41 Night 1 proved to bring a lot of fire and emotion to Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Saturday night and was the perfect preview of how intense Night 2 will be.The first night crowned three new champions and saw only one competitor retain their title.Paul Heyman also blew everyone away with an epic turn against the two people who he claimed to have loved the most.COMPLETE WRESTLEMANIA 41 COVERAGERead below for the quick results for the night that was.Jey Uso got Gunther to tap out in a sleeper hold and picked up the World Heavyweight Championship. Uso
A sectarian-fueled killing spree exposed how fragile peace is in Syria, where the government’s control is limited and tension runs deep after nearly 14 years of civil war. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/20/world/middleeast/syria-alawite-massacre.html Author : Christina Goldbaum and David Guttenfelder Publish date : 2025-04-20 04:01:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Higher education has been a pillar of U.S. success and should not be weakened for political reasons. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/04/19/trump-harvard-irs-nixon-universities/ Author : Editorial Board Publish date : 2025-04-19 11:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Indiana is taking a first step toward a rather unlikely effort to amend its border and acquire parts of Illinois.The legislature in the Hoosier State passed a bill last week to establish the Indiana-Illinois Boundary Adjustment Commission that would recommend whether to alter the border between the two states.Indiana Gov. Mike Braun, a Republican, plans to sign the measure into law, his office said on Friday. The governor will then face a Sept. 1 deadline to schedule the commission's first meeting.CONSERVATIVE PORTION OF BLUE STATE LOOKING TO BREAK OFF AND JOIN NEIGHBORING RED STATEThis comes as residents of some counties
Thousands of demonstrators rallied at hundreds of events on Saturday to speak out against the president’s handling of immigration, civil liberties, job cuts and many other issues. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/19/us/politics/trump-protests-nyc-florida-la.html Author : Jesus Jiménez and Minho Kim Publish date : 2025-04-20 00:24:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The first measles case in Virginia this year has been reported as a national outbreak of the disease continues. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2025/04/19/virginia-measles-northern-exposed-child/ Author : Martin Weil Publish date : 2025-04-20 02:37:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
A high-speed freeway confrontation in Utah has landed a 27-year-old man in jail after he allegedly tried to run a Tesla off the road in what police described as a deliberate and dangerous act of road rage.Oscar Fayani was arrested Friday morning after Utah Highway Patrol troopers say he intentionally hit a Tesla while driving at speeds over 100 mph on Interstate 80, according to an affidavit obtained by KSL.com.Troopers were alerted just after 10 a.m., when multiple 911 callers reported a gold sedan driving recklessly and "road raging" with a black Tesla. Witnesses said the sedan was weaving through lanes,
Canada’s federal election is on April 28. Here’s how it works. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/17/world/canada/canada-federal-election.html Author : Ian Austen Publish date : 2025-04-19 22:46:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
‘The Speed Project’ is unsanctioned, dangerous and not exactly legal. But for the runners who land a coveted invite, it’s everything. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/interactive/2025/the-speed-project-running-event/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=wp_homepage Author : Publish date : 2025-04-20 00:10:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The Trump administration on Saturday released the rap sheets and photos of alleged Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang members detained in Texas who the administration is trying to deport.The suspects of the violent Venezuelan gang were going to be deported using the recently reinstated Alien Enemies Act of 1798 before the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ruled Saturday morning against deportations under the 18th century law.In a decision in favor of the American Civil Liberties Union, the administration was barred from removing Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order of this court."Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito dissented
Legal challenges over the powerful wartime law have gone all the way to the Supreme Court. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/19/us/politics/alien-enemies-act-timeline.html Author : Tim Balk Publish date : 2025-04-19 21:08:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.