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Jewish security organization working to keep its community safe amid elevated terror threat

Jewish security organizations, like Magen Am, are working to train volunteers on how to respond to an attack as the potential threat rises amid the conflict in the Middle East.

Colorado River management plans to be determined by government after negotiations stall

The federal government is moving forward with plans on how to manage the Colorado River after negotiations on access stalled between seven Western states and 30 tribal nations.

Floor collapse at New Hampshire wedding venue leaves 6 injured, investigation underway

A floor allegedly collapsed at a wedding venue in Tamworth, New Hampshire, injuring at least six people as fire departments and state officials respond.

Chicago residents unionize to fight possible displacement, rent hikes over Obama Presidential Center

Woodlawn tenants at Chaney Braggs Apartments have formed a union to fight displacement they say is driven by the Obama Presidential Center's arrival.

2 pilots killed when jet collides with fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport

An Air Canada jet carrying more than 70 passengers collided with a fire truck while landing at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, killing two pilots and injuring several others.

Landmark trial in New Mexico to decide whether Meta misled users about children's safety risks

Closing arguments are underway in a landmark trial where New Mexico prosecutors are accusing social media conglomerate Meta of misleading people about the safety of its platforms for children.

Jewish security organization working to keep its community safe amid elevated terror threat

Jewish security organizations, like Magen Am, are working to train volunteers on how to respond to an attack as the potential threat rises amid the conflict in the Middle East.

Around the world

If Cuba falls, who steps in? Castro dynasty shadows island’s future

As President Donald Trump signals possible action, experts say Cuba has no clear successor while Raúl Castro, 94, remains a significant influence on the communist country.

Ukraine peace talks on ‘situational pause’ as Middle East conflict intensifies: Kremlin

The Kremlin says Ukraine peace talks are on a "situational pause" as Zelenskyy signals a Ukrainian team could resume negotiations as soon as Saturday.

Europe's far right backs Orbán as Hungary's coming election puts his brand to the test

European far-right leaders are rallying around Hungary’s Viktor Orbán as his grip on power looks shakier than it has in years.

Japanese national returns home after monthslong detention in Iran

Japan says one of two detained Japanese nationals in Iran has returned home in good health after being released.

Australian prime minister heckled at mosque, called 'putrid dog' by protestors

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced a hostile reception at Sydney’s Lakemba Mosque as protesters label him a "genocide supporter" over the Gaza conflict.

Jewish charity ambulances set on fire and UK police probe it as antisemitic attack

Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime attack after four vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire.

Iran threatens mass ‘water war’ with strikes on key plants in days, UN official warns

Iran threatens to target desalination and energy infrastructure within days, a U.N. official warns, citing lasting consequences for global markets and water supplies.

Technology

AI could be suppressing wages for young workers

Growing AI adoption has slowed the hiring of young workers in software development and customer service jobs, and recent data suggests it could also be exerting pressure on entry-level wages, according industry experts.

The agent security mess

Persistent weak layers (PWLs) have plagued my backcountry skiing for the past 10 years. They’re about to mess up the industry’s IT security, too.

Genealogy boom exposes personal data scammers can exploit

Using genealogy websites can expose personal data that scammers use to target families, according to experts warning about privacy risks.

OpenAI buys non-AI coding startup to help its AI to program

OpenAI on Thursday announced the acquisition of Astral, the developer of open source Python tools that include uv, Ruff and ty. It says that it plans to integrate them with Codex, its AI coding agent first released last year, as well as continuing to support the open source products.

3 men are charged with conspiring to smuggle US artificial intelligence to China

A senior vice president of Super Micro Computer Inc. and two others affiliated with the company have been charged with conspiring to smuggle billions of dollars of computer servers containing advanced Nvidia chips to China.

More teachers and students are using AI despite potential risks

K-12 teachers and students across the country are increasingly using AI in and out of classrooms, whether it is teachers turning to AI to refine lesson plans or students asking AI to help them research a particular topic.

Maryam Banikarim on career chaos, C-suite pressure, and betting on yourself

Career disruption is accelerating across the economy—and few people have navigated it more boldly than Maryam Banikarim.

Sports News

World Cup teams finalize US base camps as host cities prepare for global crowds

Cities across the U.S. are preparing World Cup base camps as teams finalize training sites and fans prepare to travel for the 2026 tournament.

WNBA players unanimously approve a new 7-year collective bargaining agreement through 2032

WNBA players have unanimously approved the new collective bargaining agreement with more than 90% participating in voting over the weekend.

Phillies pitcher suffers cardiac event after bullpen session at spring training

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Daniel Robert suffered a cardiac event following a bullpen session at the team's springing traniing facility in Florida.

US soccer legend Landon Donovan opens up on mental health struggles, redefining success

American soccer legend Landon Donovan opened up about mental health struggles and reconfiguring what success meant to him. He releases "Landon: A Memoir" this week.

College baseball pitcher shoves runner on tag out, sparking benches to clear

The benches cleared during a Mid-American Conference college baseball game between the Central Michigan Chippewas and the Toledo Rockets.

Minnesota Wild reporter Jessi Pierce and her 3 children found dead in house fire, league says

The National Hockey League says it is morning the death of longtime Minnesota Wild reporter Jessi Pierce and her three children in a weekend house fire.

World Cup teams finalize US base camps as host cities prepare for global crowds

Cities across the U.S. are preparing World Cup base camps as teams finalize training sites and fans prepare to travel for the 2026 tournament.

Politics News

Marines sent to Middle East as Iran war hits 3 weeks

The USS Boxer group of three ships, carrying thousands of Marines from the 11the Marine Expeditionary Unit, has left California and will reach the Persian Gulf in about three weeks, NPR has confirmed.

Walz puts social media company tax into budget plan

Gov. Tim Walz proposed levying a tax on social media companies to counteract economic disruptions from artificial intelligence. Walz also wants relief payments to those affected by federal immigration actions, as well as more child care refunds and affordable housing.

Republicans launching voting bill debate

Republicans launched an unprecedented effort on Tuesday to hold the Senate floor and talk for days about a bill that they know won't pass — an attempt to capture public attention on legislation requiring stricter voter registration rules.

César Chavez Day events renamed, postponed or canceled after sexual abuse allegations

Allegations that César Chavez sexually abused women and girls are reshaping how many communities honor him. The United Farm Workers says it will not join any event named for its late leader.

Minnesota lawmakers consider school violence plans

State legislators are considering a bill that would require school districts to set up safety plans aimed at preventing school shootings.

Politics Friday: Consumer safeguards gain bipartisan support at the Capitol

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks about proposals to protect consumers from scams and other ways Minnesotan’s might be swindled. Plus, a check-in with the state’s economic development commissioner.

Mullin tells senators Homeland Security needs funding as he faces confirmation hearing

Markwayne Mullin is telling senators he wants to steady the Department of Homeland Security, fund it and keep it out of constant controversy. The Republican Oklahoma senator appeared Wednesday for his confirmation hearing as President Donald Trump’s pick to lead DHS after Kristi Noem was fired.