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Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira pleads guilty under a deal that calls for at least 11 years in prison

BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Air National Guard member Jack Teixeira pleaded guilty on Monday to leaking highly classified military documents about the war in Ukraine and other national security secrets under a deal with prosecutors that calls for him to serve at least 11 years in prison.

Michigan man gets year and a day in prison for antisemitic online threats

Seann Pietila, 20, of Pickford, Michigan, has been sentenced to a year and a day in prison for violent, antisemitic threats made online.

Survivors say opportunities were missed that could have prevented Maine's worst-ever mass shooting

Emotional survivors of a mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, called on politicians to protect the community from future tragedies.

Majorities in new poll doubt Biden, Trump mental capabilities

Majorities of Americans in a new survey have doubts about the mental capabilities of both President Biden and former President Trump.

Tennessee officials searching for missing teen with autism

An amber alert has been issued for an autistic 15-year-old boy who was last seen in the suburbs of Nashville more than a week ago, authorities said.

California-born woman is the oldest person in the world

The oldest living person in the world doesn't live in the United States but has roots in Northern California.

There's chaos in Haiti. Powerful gangs are attacking key targets like prisons as alliances shift

Increasingly powerful gangs have attacked prisons and the airport serving Haiti's capital in recent days, forcing businesses and schools to close as hundreds of people fled.

Around the world

Search for missing girl in South Africa ramps up as news of bloodied items found heightens emotions

CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — The South African navy was brought in Monday to help with a search for a 6-year-old girl who has been missing for two weeks in a case that has captured national attention, forcing police to ask people to give them space to work and stop encroaching on the operation

Willy Wonka event leads to 'abandoned, empty warehouse,' major disappointment for families

Eventgoers were promised a "journey filled with wondrous creations and enchanting surprises at every turn." Instead, they found major disappointment at the "Willy Wonka Experience" in Glasgow.

Gangs in Haiti try to seize control of main airport in newest attack on key government sites

Heavily armed gangs have tried to seize control of Haiti’s main international airport as they exchanged gunfire with police and soldiers trying to repel them.

Climate change causes faster jet streams, flights

Over the past few years, there have been a few different instances of jets reaching or exceeding record speeds.

Gangs in Haiti try to seize control of main airport in newest attack on key government sites

Following a series of violent prison breaks, armed Haitian gangs moved on to the nation's main airport, where they engaged in violent gun battles in an attempt to wrest control from the government.

Germany and Russia spar over a leaked audio on missiles for Ukraine. Berlin promises to investigate

BERLIN (AP) — The German government on Monday vehemently rejected allegations that Russia's leak of a conversation by high-ranking German military officers was an indication that Berlin was preparing for war against Russia.

Prince Harry wasn't unfairly stripped of UK security detail after he moved to the US, a judge rules

Prince Harry 's fight for publicly funded protection was rejected Wednesday by a London judge who said the U.K. government didn't act irrationally in deciding to strip him of security privileges after he quit his role working as a member of the royal family and moved to the U.S.

Technology

Report: Doorbell cameras on Amazon and other online sites found to have significant security vulnerabilities

Investigation by Consumer Reports reveals that some doorbell cameras sold by major online retailers like Amazon have security flaws that may enable unauthorized access to footage or complete control of the devices.

Federal CIO Martorana’s top 3 priorities for 2024

Clare Martorana, the federal chief information officer, said the Technology Modernization Fund invested more than $177 million in 18 projects in 2023. The post Federal CIO Martorana’s top 3 priorities for 2024 first appeared on Federal News Network.

Nintendo wins $2.4 million from the makers of Switch emulator, Yuzu

The team behind the Switch emulator that Nintendo accused of “facilitating piracy at a colossal scale” has agreed to pay $2.4 million to the video game giant and will seemingly end its operations.

Biden Orders Probe into National Security Concerns of Chinese-Made 'Smart Cars'

The Biden administration announces an investigation into potential national security risks posed by Chinese-manufactured 'smart cars' capable of collecting sensitive data on American drivers.

Where to Stream Oscar-Nominated Films Online

Discover the top Oscar contenders this year including 'Oppenheimer' with 13 nominations, 'Poor Things' with 11 nods, and 'Killers of the Flower Moon' with 10. Find out how to watch these acclaimed films online.

Volker Alliance Welcomes New Board Member with Extensive Experience in Digital Government Advocacy

The Volker Alliance has appointed a former deputy U.S. chief technology officer and Code For America founder to its board. Stay updated with the latest news on Federal News Network.

Florida Gov. DeSantis vetoes social media ban for kids under 16, lawmakers present new solution

In Tallahassee, Florida, Gov. DeSantis rejected a proposed social media ban for minors, prompting lawmakers to suggest new rules preventing children under 14 from accessing addictive platforms.

Sports News

Top 10 shuffle in women's AP Top 25 as Stanford and Iowa move up behind No. 1 South Carolina

Stanford and Iowa jumped up behind top-ranked South Carolina in The Associated Press Top 25 women’s basketball poll as the top 10 got a shuffle on the eve of conference tournaments and Fairfield cracked the rankings for the first time in school history. Stanford moved back up to No.

New York Giants Darren Waller hitting the hall

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- Interesting report today that came out in the New York Post that Giants tight end Darren Waller contemplated retirement after this season.

Philadelphia Phillies scrapping $1 hot dog nights over unruly fan behavior

For more than a quarter-century, Phillies fans considered dollar hot dog night among the best ballpark promotions — but the team has now decided it was the wurst.

Former NBA player gets 90 years to life for violent sex assaults 

A former NBA player and actor was sentenced to 90 years to life in prison on Friday for a series of violent sexual assaults, some of which occurred in Los Angeles County, authorities said.

F1 champion Max Verstappen wins season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix amid Red Bull turmoil

The ongoing drama around Red Bull had no effect on its three-time reigning world champion as Max Verstappen routed the field by 22 seconds in the season-opening Formula 1 race on Saturday.

Eagles center Jason Kelce retires after 13 NFL seasons and 1 Super Bowl ring

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jason Kelce needed only seconds to burst into tears. Kelce's eyes flooded each time he relayed a story about backyard football games with his brother, the love he felt from his parents and the devotion of his coaches — even a band teacher — that shaped him along way.

Clovis North falls to Riordan, Tomlinson leads Clovis West over St. Mary's

Fresh off winning the program's first-ever top division Central Section title, the Clovis North boys basketball team took down Branson High School in the 1st Round of the Open Division state tournament on Wednesday. But on Saturday in a NorCal Regional Semifinal game, the No.

Politics News

Sinead O'Connor's estate asks Donald Trump to stop playing her music at rallies

The estate of Sinead O’Connor on Monday asked Donald Trump not to play her music at campaign rallies, saying the late singer considered the former president a “biblical devil.

Super Tuesday could solidify a November matchup that leaves some Minnesota voters cringing

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have commanding leads in their party’s nomination races. Minnesota and other Super Tuesday states could all but lock in the rematch to the dismay of some voters.

Texas Panhandle wildfires: What you need to know about the blazes, damage and recovery

The full scope of damage still isn’t known, but some Panhandle residents have returned home. Firefighters continue battling the infernos.

Battle continues over 'Bring Chicago Home' referendum ahead of March 19 primary election

CHICAGO -- Supporters of the "Bring Chicago Home" have filed court briefs in an attempt to sway the judge to stand by their decision to invalidate the referendum. “Bring Chicago Home," a referendum seeking to have Chicago voters give city council the power to change the real estate transfer tax.

What you should do if you have a problem at the polls

Voting is every American’s right, but complications may arise that could prevent someone from letting their voice be heard.

Super Tuesday is tomorrow. Here's what to expect

Voters in 16 states and one territory will make their voices heard Tuesday in the biggest primary election of the 2024 cycle. Find out who is voting and what's at stake.

UPDATE: First lady Jill Biden to visit Las Vegas on Saturday afternoon

First lady Jill Biden is scheduled to appear in Las Vegas on Saturday at a campaign event in an effort to mobilize women for this year's election.