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Trump gives support to embattled Speaker Mike Johnson at pivotal Mar-a-Lago meet

PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Donald Trump offered a political lifeline Friday to House Speaker Mike Johnson, saying the beleaguered GOP leader is doing a “very good job,” and tamping down the far-right forces led by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene trying to oust him from office.

Prince Harry scores goal in charity polo match as Meghan, Netflix cameras look on

WELLINGTON, Fla. (AP) — Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, may have given up their royal duties, but not the celebrity life.

Hospital halts liver and kidney transplants after learning a doctor manipulated some records

Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center in Houston has halted its liver transplant and kidney transplant programs. The Houston Chronicle reported Thursday that the hospital discovered a doctor manipulated records for liver transplant candidates.

One-fourth of people dropped from Medicaid still aren't insured, survey shows

Almost a quarter of people who were dropped from Medicaid during the post-pandemic eligibility reviews are still uninsured and high costs are preventing them from getting on another plan, a new survey from KFF showed Friday.

WATCH: Tennessee good Samaritans rescue woman trapped inside overturned car near Nashville

Video shows a group of good Samaritans rushing to a woman's aid in Hermitage and rescuing her after becoming trapped inside her vehicle following an crash.

Trump gives support to embattled Speaker Mike Johnson at pivotal Mar-a-Lago meet

PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Donald Trump offered a political lifeline Friday to House Speaker Mike Johnson, saying the beleaguered GOP leader is doing a “very good job,” and tamping down the far-right forces led by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene trying to oust him from office.

Taylor Swift's music returns to TikTok ahead of new album release

The available songs on TikTok from the “Anti-Hero” singer seem to be from the period since she signed with Universal in 2018.

Around the world

Vietnam sentences real estate tycoon Truong My Lan to death in its largest-ever fraud case

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Real estate tycoon Truong My Lan was sentenced Thursday to death by a court in Ho Chi Minh City in southern Vietnam in the country's largest financial fraud case ever, state media Vietnam Net said.

Polish lawmakers vote to move forward with work on lifting a near-total abortion ban

Polish lawmakers have voted to continue work on proposals to lift a near-total ban on abortion, a highly divisive issue in the traditionally Roman Catholic country.

North Carolina welcomes a historic visitor in Japan's Prime Minister Kishida

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida cemented economic links and cultural amity with North Carolina on Friday, following up time in Washington during his official U.S.

Three boys arrested for animal abuse, having sex with dogs

"Videos have circulated where you see one minor, and I don't even know how to describe it, sexually abusing and having relations with a dog," she said. "This is zoophilia, having sexual relations with these small animals that are defenseless while others were recording.

German parliament votes to make it easier for people to legally change their name and gender

BERLIN (AP) — German lawmakers on Friday approved legislation that will make it easier for transgender, intersex and nonbinary people to change their name and gender in official records.

The US and UK restrict the trade of Russian-origin metals

The U.S. and U.K. will begin restricting the trade of new Russian-origin metals — including aluminum, copper and nickel — on global metal exchanges and in derivatives trading.

Belgium launches probe into suspected Russian interference in upcoming EU elections

BRUSSELS (AP) — Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo announced on Friday an investigation into suspected Russian interference in June's Europe-wide elections, saying that his country’s intelligence service has confirmed the existence of a network trying to undermine support for Ukraine.

Technology

Decades Later, America Continues to Contemplate the Meaning of the OJ Simpson Saga

A dog's whimper, a famous courtroom couplet about gloves, and the rise to celebrity of a slightly bewildered houseguest - the OJ Simpson trial still captivates America 30 years later.

Understanding the Functionality of Network Switches in Modern Networks

In today's business landscape, strong networks play a vital role in delivering essential applications, multimedia content, and crucial data to users globally.

CISA directs agencies to investigate if Russian hackers stole Microsoft account details

CISA's directive comes after Russian hackers broke into Microsoft's corporate email accounts and stole messages with customers, including federal agencies. The post CISA directs agencies to investigate if Russian hackers stole Microsoft account details first appeared on Federal News Network.

Two tribal nations sue social media companies over Native youth suicides

Two tribal nations are accusing social media companies of contributing to the disproportionately high rates of suicide among Native American youth. Their lawsuit filed Tuesday in Los Angeles county court names Facebook and Instagram’s parent company Meta Platforms; Snapchat's Snap Inc.

AI-powered Logistics Tools Address Growing Geopolitical Uncertainty

Logistics tools are incorporating artificial intelligence to better navigate and adapt to the increasingly uncertain geopolitical landscape.

Assange's wife says Biden comments a 'good sign'

The wife of Julian Assange said President Biden’s recent comments that his administration is considering dropping charges against her husband are a “good sign.” Stella Assange was encouraged by Biden's recent remarks regarding her husband's case, she said.

Successful Test Launch of New Heavy-Lift Rocket in Russia's Far East

A new heavy-lift rocket has been successfully test-launched from Russia's Far Eastern space complex, following two aborted attempts earlier in the week.

Sports News

Kentucky hires BYU's Mark Pope as men's basketball coach to replace John Calipari

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Initially off the radar among Kentucky's coaching targets, Mark Pope is now entrusted with maintaining the program's gold standard. Makes sense, since he helped do so as a player.

Fruita gets huge win over rival GJ in Girls Soccer

You couldn't ask for better weather at Community Hospital Unity Field. And you couldn't ask for a more entertaining game between rivals Grand Junction and Fruita in Girls Soccer.

Mark Pope officially heads to Kentucky as new head coach

It's official. Mark Pope, who has served as BYU's Men's Basketball Head Coach for the last five years, is joining his alma mater in Kentucky.

Agent at Bad Bunny-led firm has certification revoked by MLB Players Association

A baseball agent at Bad Bunny’s Rimas Sports firm has lost his certification with the Major League Baseball Players Association.

Travis Kelce officially graduates from college while chugging beer

Travis, Jason Kelce were surprised with a University of Cincinnati commencement ceremony at “New Heights” live show at the Fifth Third Arena.

Acorn, the Nets' explosive detection dog, retires

BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PIX11) – One of the cutest retirees you'll ever seek took the floor at Barclays Center Thursday night. Acorn, the Nets' explosive detection K9, worked her last game. The 7-year-old yellow Labrador Retriever has worked for the team for the last five years.

Former Yankee Fritz Peterson, who famously traded wives and children with teammate, dead at 82

Fritz Peterson, the former New York Yankee who famously traded wives and children with teammate Mike Kekich, died Thursday at the age of 82.

Politics News

US border arrests fall in March, bucking seasonal trends amid increased enforcement in Mexico

WASHINGTON (AP) — Arrests for crossing the U.S. border illegally fell slightly in March, authorities said Friday, bucking a usual spring increase amid increased immigration enforcement in Mexico.

Jack Ciatterelli joins race for NJ governor

FREEHOLD, N.J. (PIX11) - In front of a fired-up crowd, Jack Ciatterelli introduces himself to New Jersey once more. "I very humbly but with unwavering determination declare my candidacy to be your next Governor," Ciatterelli told the crowd of hundreds at the American Hotel in Freehold.

Austin tells Congress Israel is taking steps to boost aid to Gaza as lawmakers question US support

WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told Congress Tuesday that pressure on Israel to improve humanitarian aid to Gaza appears to be working, but he said more must be done, and it remains to be seen if the improvement will continue. “It clearly had an effect.

Safer Communities Act on agenda as VP Kamala Harris heads to Las Vegas on Monday

Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to travel to Las Vegas on Monday, April 15, according to the White House.

Politics Friday: The landscape of Minnesota education legislation and the outlook of business permitting across the state

MPR News host Brian Bakst and his guests talked about education issues across Minnesota and the state’s environment for business expansions.

7 more states sue over Biden student loan plan

Seven states announced Tuesday they were suing the Education Department over President Joe Biden's SAVE income-driven repayment student loan plan, adding to a previous lawsuit by numerous other states.

Judge rejects defense efforts to dismiss Hunter Biden's federal gun case

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge in Delaware refused Friday to throw out a federal gun case against Hunter Biden, rejecting the president's son's claim that he is being prosecuted for political purposes as well as other arguments. U.S.