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Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. ...

Two separate outbreaks of measles in the U.S. Southwest have now accounted for nearly 100 confirmed cases and hospitalized 16 people. The larger outbreak in west Texas includes 90 cases across seven counties and all 16 known hospitalizations. It is the largest outbreak of measles in the state for close to 30 years, according to officials there. ...

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday paused the Trump administration's efforts to dismiss the head of an independent agency charged with investigating whistleblower claims as the president seeks to remake the federal government. The decision allows Hampton Dellinger, a Biden appointee, to remain as head of the Office of Special Counsel at least through Feb. 26. ...

Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio was arrested near the Capitol, showcasing a fetish for finding trouble. The incident occurred on 21st February 2025, making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Tarrio's arrest has sparked discussions and debates online, with many questioning his motives and actions. ...

Washington state Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal spoke in defense of transgender athletes in girls sports in an address Thursday, claiming it was "inaccurate" to say there are only two genders. "It is quite simply inaccurate to say, biologically, that there are only boys and there are only girls," Reykdal said. "There's a continuum. ...

On the most recent episode of 'Kudlow', Larry Kudlow provided insights into the current economic state, tax cuts, and more. The episode, which aired on Friday, February 21, covered a wide range of topics related to the economy. ...

(CNN) — President Donald Trump fired Joint Chiefs Chairman Charles Q. Brown in an abrupt shakeup at the Pentagon Friday night. ...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles district attorney said Friday he opposes a new trial for Lyle and Erik Menendez in the 1989 killing of their parents but hasn’t made up his mind on whether to support a resentencing bid that could lead to their freedom after nearly 30 years in prison. ...

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The first of a busy slate of English Premier League matches on Saturday features two clubs next to each other in the bottom half of the league table as Manchester United visits Everton. ...

A federal judge on Friday blocked a sweeping executive order from President Trump that sought to end government support for programs promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. Judge Adam Abelson in Baltimore found it likely violates free-speech rights and granted an injunction blocking the funding withdrawal as a lawsuit plays out. Mr. ...

President Trump abruptly fired Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on Friday, sidelining a history-making fighter pilot and respected officer as part of a campaign to rid the military of leaders who support diversity and equity in the ranks. ...

New York City has taken legal action against the Trump administration to recover over $80 million in funding that was rescinded from the city. The funds, originally allocated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for hotel accommodations for migrants, were abruptly withdrawn. ...

Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on a busy Manhattan sidewalk, appeared in court for a status hearing on Friday in New York City. ...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck officially became divorced and single Friday. ...

Hamas on Saturday released the last six living hostages under the first phase of its ceasefire with Israel with a week remaining, as growing questions over the next phase clouded the future of the fragile deal. ...

El jueves, los reguladores tomaron las riendas de Peoples Gas y su difamado programa de reemplazo de tuberías, sometiendo a la empresa de servicios públicos de Chicago a revisiones anuales del enorme proyecto que lleva una década de retraso y miles de millones de dólares por encima del presupuesto. ...

With thousands of IRS layoffs this week, some experts worry the cuts could impact taxpayer service. But your refund shouldn't be affected if you file an accurate return electronically and select direct deposit for payment, O'Saben said. ...

How nasty was it after Illinois’ men’s basketball team’s 95-74 loss at Wisconsin earlier this week, a game that snapped the Illini’s nine-game winning streak in the border rivalry? So nasty, the Illini wouldn’t line up and shake the Badgers’ hands. ...

Victims who survived the shooting at the Highland Park parade will be able to witness the trial of the suspect, although many of them will be called as witnesses, a judge ruled on Thursday. Lake County Judge Victoria Rossetti, in the final court hearing before jury selection begins on Monday, ruled in favor of the prosecution's request to allow victims to view the trial. ...

Dada la actual atención nacional sobre los despidos masivos de empleados federales por parte de la administración de Trump/Musk y el ataque masivo a los programas y políticas de diversidad, equidad e inclusión (DEI) en todas las instituciones de nuestro país, será un error imperdonable si dejamos de desafiar y criticar los esfuerzos de deportación masiva que desde el 20 de en ...

Mixed-repertoire programs typically give viewers a chance to focus more on dance for dance’s sake and to take a break from pervasive evening-length story ballets, and that was mostly true in the Joffrey Ballet’s “Golden Hour,” which opened Thursday and runs through March 2 at the Lyric Opera House. ...

A New Jersey man was convicted Friday of attempted murder for stabbing author Salman Rushdie multiple times on a New York lecture stage in 2022. ...

Workers should apply for unemployment as soon as possible, experts said. Delays are likely amid the purge of government workers. ...

Tesla informed the vehicle safety regulator about power steering failures, offering an over-the-air software update as a solution. The company stated no crashes, injuries, or deaths were linked to the issue. This recall follows a previous probe and voluntary recall in China regarding the same systems. ...