Pope at Easter: Pray for Ukrainian, Russian people, refugees
Francis delivered a traditional speech about the world's troubled places. He said countries that give help and welcome to those fleeing war and poverty are concrete signs of hope.
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Tiger Woods withdraws before completing third round of Masters
Tiger Woods withdrew from the Masters before the resumption of the third round today, ending his streak of completing all 72 holes of every tournament he has played at Augusta National as a professional.
Ben Ferencz, last living Nuremberg prosecutor of Nazis, dies
At the age of 27, with no previous trial experience, Ferencz became chief prosecutor in 1947 for a case in which 22 former commanders were charged with murdering more than 1 million Jews, Romani and others.
UConn, LSU crowned NCAA champions, Jelly Roll reigns and a new Country Music Hall of Fame class | Hot off the Wire podcast
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The best big college towns in America
Cities are ranked using a number of metrics including "wallet friendliness" and "social environment."
Your passport could take longer to get. Tips to prevent wait times from ruining trips
The U.S. Department of State announced passport applications filed after March 24 could take up to three months to process as it faces a surge in requests. Here are some tips for getting your passport on time.
5 tax tips for older adults
Taxes for the over-65 set can feel more complicated for a variety of reasons. Here are some tax items to keep in mind this tax season.
A last-minute guide to filing your 2022 return: EV credits, shrinking refunds and the end of pandemic tax relief
With days to go before the April 18 deadline, the majority of the nation’s 168 million tax filers are once again scrambling to download software, organize receipts and call their accountants for last-minute help.
Beyond catnip: 7 safe, cat-friendly plants to have at home
Here's a look at seven plants that are nontoxic and fun for cats to chew and play with, especially if they don't react well to catnip.
What's next for Tennessee's expelled lawmakers?
Tennessee Republicans have expelled two Democratic lawmakers from the state Legislature for their role in a protest calling for more gun control. Here's a look at what could happen next.
Are Peeps safe to eat? A California lawmaker doesn't think so
A bill in the California Legislature would ban five chemicals found in some of the most popular candy in the U.S., including the popular Easter favorite Peeps.
Pope Francis misses Good Friday event; most oppose Social Security, Medicare cuts; IRS pledges more audits of wealthy | Hot off the Wire podcast
Get the latest on Holy Week celebrations, concerns over cuts to social programs and plans by the Internal Revenue Service.
Climate change is adding 50 home runs a year in MLB, study says
Hotter, thinner air that allows balls to fly farther contributed a tiny bit to a surge in home runs since 2010, according to a statistical analysis by Dartmouth College scientists published in Friday's Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society.
How a little-known agency holds power over TikTok's future
Under pressure from the U.S. government, TikTok is now facing the music with the possibility of a nationwide ban if it defies a government order to sell to an American company — unless the popular social media app can convince a high-powered panel that its data security restructuring plan sufficiently guards against national security concerns.
Major exhibition in Paris showcases some of ancient Egypt's greatest treasures
A major exhibition opens in Paris on Friday showcases some of the greatest treasures of ancient Egypt.
Dog missing for 7 years had ‘touching’ SC reunion with owner weeks before his death
Nugget the dog was found “limping down a wet dark road” in South Carolina — more than 1,700 miles from his home.
Tennessee expels two Democrats from House; airstrikes kill 2 in West Bank; XXXTentacion's killers get life | Hot off the Wire podcast
Tennessee’s GOP-dominated House has expelled two of three Democratic members, Israel conducted airstrikes in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip and three men were sentenced to life for killing a star rapper.
Biden review of Afghan withdrawal blames Trump; the future of robot waiters; methane a big part of global warming | Hot off the Wire podcast
The White House is blaming the previous administration over the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan, robots could help solve labor shortages at restaurants and another climate concern.
Parents explain why tooth fairy's putting 379% more money under kids' pillows today than 25 year ago
If the same growth rate continues for the next quarter century, the tooth fairy can expect to place $30 under the pillow for a single tooth in 2048.
Guy Pearce betrays his country in 'A Spy Among Friends' | Streamed & Screened podcast
"A Spy Among Friends" is the latest entry into spy genre of television shows and movies.
