Keeping Up With America

Astronauts vs. Musk: Public spat ensues over claims that politics delayed a flight to Earth: Elon Musk and European astronaut Andreas Mogensen exchanged barbs online after Musk suggested in a recent interview that two NASA astronauts were left on the International Space Station “for political reasons.”

Gov. Kathy Hochul won’t remove embattled NYC Mayor Eric Adams — for now: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Thursday she won’t — for the time being — remove embattled New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office, but will instead impose limits on his power. Hochul in recent weeks has been pressured to exercise her power to remove Adams from City Hall after the mayor’s indictment last year on a host of corruption allegations.

Former NFL punter Chris Kluwe arrested over anti-Trump protest at city council meeting: Former Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe called for “peaceful civil disobedience” and “no kings” Thursday in the wake of his highly publicized arrest at a Southern California city council meeting earlier this week.

2 teen girls accused of planning pipe bomb attack at Houston-area high school: Two teenage girls accused of planning a “mass casualty attack” to bomb and shoot up a Houston-area high school were arrested, authorities said. The girls, 15 and 16, were taken into custody Tuesday, about 30 minutes after law enforcement was made aware of the threat, said Spring Branch Independent School District Police Chief Larry Baimbridge.

Murder charges announced in death of Robert Brooks, man beaten by New York correctional officers: Murder charges have been announced in the death of Robert Brooks, a 43-year-old inmate who was beaten by guards at an upstate New York prison in December. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the charges Thursday, adding that New York State Police would be deployed to make arrests.

Around the World

Yoon appears in 2 different South Korean courts while defending his martial law decree: Traveling around Seoul in a prison transport vehicle, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol appeared in two different courts on Thursday, contesting his arrest on rebellion charges in one and fighting an effort to remove him from office in the other.

Inside Mexico’s border troop deployment following Trump’s tariff threats: Can it make a difference?: More than 2,500 Mexican troops, from the states of Tlaxcala, Durango, Yucatán and Mexico City, have fanned out along this historically violent border city in a show of force.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Walmart shares drop as retailer says profit growth will slow

OpenAI tops 400 million users despite DeepSeek’s emergence

Hasbro says it’s taking steps to offset China tariff effects

Richer, Wiser, Happier

Gold prices inch closer to $3,000: 3 reasons to invest now: After a banner year in 2024, gold prices have been on a relentless climb since the start of this year. Just two months into 2025, the precious metal has already surged past many recent price forecasts and is now closing in on the historic $3,000 per ounce mark — its uphill trajectory fueled by a mix of inflationary pressures, economic issues and strong demand from investors and central banks alike.

4 Things All Gen X Workers Must Know About Social Security | Kailey Hagen, Fool. Gen X — generally defined as those born between 1965 and 1980 — are next in line for Social Security, as its eldest members are just two years away from being eligible for retirement benefits. If you’re among them, you’re probably excited about finally getting some money back after paying a hefty chunk of your income into the program for decades.

What is the IRS 90-day tax rule and how does it work?: Each year, tax season comes with plenty of deadlines, rules and fine print that can make it hard to navigate, even for the most seasoned taxpayers. But there is one rule, in particular, that tends to confuse taxpayers: the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) 90-day tax rule. As confusing as it can be, this rule is critical for taxpayers to understand, as it can be a useful tool if they find themselves in a disagreement over the IRS’s tax assessment.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Spurs shut down Victor Wembanyama over blood clot in shoulder | Jon Feliciano retires from NFL but open to late-season return

Kevin Bacon Is an Undead Bounty Hunter in First-Look at ‘The Bondsman’ at Prime Video, Series to Premiere in April | No Time to Delay: Why Amazon Took Control of James Bond as Next 007 Movie Remains in Limbo

Olivia Munn refused to sign NDA, turned down seven figures after ‘traumatic’ set experience | Liam Payne’s friend, hotel workers have charges dropped in singer’s death: Reports

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