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Swalwell exits California governor's race after assault allegations as rivals seek his supporters

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell’s abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader.

Scenic Southern cities tarnished by homeless crime scourge must hold ‘feet to the fire,’ GOP lawmaker warns

Savannah, Athens and Atlanta face mounting homelessness and public disorder concerns as Georgia lawmakers push a bill to force cities to enforce laws.

Bodies of two iron workers recovered from rubble of Philadelphia parking garage 5 days after partial collapse

Philadelphia officials recovered the bodies of two iron workers from a collapsed parking garage. A third worker died at a hospital after being pulled from the rubble last week.

LA-area street takeover shooting caught on camera; locals scared, vow to move

Four people were hospitalized after gunfire erupted at a street takeover in Rosemead, authorities said, as LA County faces a wave of violent gatherings.

Swalwell exits California governor's race after assault allegations as rivals seek his supporters

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell’s abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader.

Scenic Southern cities tarnished by homeless crime scourge must hold ‘feet to the fire,’ GOP lawmaker warns

Savannah, Athens and Atlanta face mounting homelessness and public disorder concerns as Georgia lawmakers push a bill to force cities to enforce laws.

Bodies of two iron workers recovered from rubble of Philadelphia parking garage 5 days after partial collapse

Philadelphia officials recovered the bodies of two iron workers from a collapsed parking garage. A third worker died at a hospital after being pulled from the rubble last week.

Around the world

Hungarians vote in record numbers as Trump-ally Viktor Orbán faces biggest electoral threat since 2010

Hungarians vote in pivotal election pitting PM Viktor Orbán against rival Peter Magyar. Vice President JD Vance visited Hungary last week and met with the prime minister.

China says it will resume some ties with Taiwan after visit by opposition leader

China says it will restore some ties with Taiwan, including direct flights and aquaculture imports, following a visit by opposition leader Cheng Li-wun.

The Latest: Trump vows to 'kill' Iranian warships that get near US blockade

The U.S. military has announced it will begin a blockade of Iranian ports, aiming to pressure Tehran into reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Chief prosecutor behind Israel war crimes charges faces disciplinary action amid sexual misconduct allegations

ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan faces disciplinary proceedings over alleged sexual misconduct after the Bureau of the Assembly of States Parties voted to move forward with action.

Miner rescued alive after spending nearly 2 weeks trapped underground in flooded area

A Mexican miner was rescued after spending 13 days trapped underground, officials said, while one miner was found dead and another remains missing.

Malnourished boy found locked in father's van for more than a year unable to walk, hadn't showered since 2024

A malnourished 9-year-old boy allegedly locked in his father's van in eastern France was found in the fetal position surrounded by trash and excrement.

Magyar wants to take over as Hungary's prime minister as early as May 5

Péter Magyar has called on Hungary’s president to convene parliament to form a new government quickly.

Technology

The U.S. and Silicon Valley may be running out of time to deal with Taiwan

Over four decades, I have had the opportunity to consult with almost all of the major companies in the PC, consumer electronics, and telecommunications industries.

AI Jesus and BuddhaBot: The faith-based tech boom is here

For some evangelical Christians, faith is about having a personal relationship with Jesus. At $1.99 per minute, the tech company Just Like Me is taking that concept to a new level. Users of the platform can join video calls with an avatar of Jesus generated by artificial intelligence.

Cloud degrees are moving online

A recent article on transfer-friendly online cloud computing degree programs highlights a shift in how cloud professionals are educated, credentialed, and hired. This trend moves well beyond a few schools experimenting with digital delivery.

I Lost $23 investing with ChatGPT, but at least Jason Alexander sang me Happy Birthday

When I got the email, I was certain I was going to be murdered. Sent through an obscure contact form on my website, the message said that Jason Alexander had read an article I wrote for Fast Company, and wanted to interview me for his podcast.

Intel secures Google cloud and AI infrastructure deal

Intel and Google have announced a multi-year collaboration agreement that will see Google will continue to deploy Intel Xeon-based platforms for its next generation of AI and cloud infrastructure.

The U.S. and Silicon Valley may be running out of time to deal with Taiwan

Over four decades, I have had the opportunity to consult with almost all of the major companies in the PC, consumer electronics, and telecommunications industries.

AI Jesus and BuddhaBot: The faith-based tech boom is here

For some evangelical Christians, faith is about having a personal relationship with Jesus. At $1.99 per minute, the tech company Just Like Me is taking that concept to a new level. Users of the platform can join video calls with an avatar of Jesus generated by artificial intelligence.

Sports News

Aaron Judge calls out Yankees' offensive struggles after getting swept

After starting 8-2, the Yankees have gone cold at the plate. Aaron Judge says the team needs to "simplify" things offensively to get back on track.

Iranian American soccer fans are torn between pride and protest as the World Cup nears

Many Iranian soccer fans in the U.S. have conflicting emotions about their homeland's beloved national team as the World Cup comes to North America.

How the 3,267th-ranked amateur golfer, a real estate agent, got to play alongside legends at the Masters

Full-time real estate agent Brandon Holtz played Augusta National this week after winning the U.S. Mid-Amateur to earn his Masters Tournament invite.

Rory McIlroy's monstrous lead disappears, surprise contender surges as Masters comes down to final day

The Masters heads into a thrilling Sunday with Rory McIlroy and Cameron Young tied at 11 under after McIlroy's record six-shot lead completely vanished.

Doc Rivers steps down as Bucks' coach after 32-50 season that snapped 9-year playoff streak

Doc Rivers is stepping down as Milwaukee Bucks coach, capping a tumultuous year in which he was selected for the Hall of Fame while his injury-riddled team fell far short of expectations.

Aaron Judge calls out Yankees' offensive struggles after getting swept

After starting 8-2, the Yankees have gone cold at the plate. Aaron Judge says the team needs to "simplify" things offensively to get back on track.

Iranian American soccer fans are torn between pride and protest as the World Cup nears

Many Iranian soccer fans in the U.S. have conflicting emotions about their homeland's beloved national team as the World Cup comes to North America.

Politics News

Gunmen attack building housing Israeli Consulate in Istanbul

Turkish officials say that gunmen attacked a building housing the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul, sparking a gunfight that left one assailant dead and two police officers wounded.

Texas Tech law student sues to block discipline related to Charlie Kirk comments

The Honor Council recommended a written reprimand for “celebratory” comments. The lawsuit argued that would violate her free speech rights.

Minn. lawmakers look to rein in prediction markets

Minnesota lawmakers are debating whether to effectively outlaw prediction markets – the online spaces that let people plunk down money on future event outcomes. Even as states try to enact regulations, the federal government is attempting to stop them.

U.S. military to block ships from Iran’s ports after peace talks fail

The U.S. Central Command said the blockade would be "enforced impartially against vessels of all nations" from 10 a.m. EDT, following the breakdown of talks after 21 hours of negotiations.

Election loss for Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán has ripple effects for Trump, US conservatives

The big election over the weekend was in a small European country nearly half a world away from Washington, but the defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has significant reverberations in the United States.

Lawmakers put expulsion threats atop House agenda as return sets up high-stakes week

Multiple members of Congress are expected to face potential expulsion votes this week amid allegations of sexual assault, ethics violations and financial misconduct.

Hezbollah official says the group won't abide by any agreements from Lebanon-Israel talks in the US

A senior Hezbollah official says the Lebanese militant group will not abide by any agreements made in upcoming direct talks between Israel and Lebanon in the United States.