4 h. ago DOGE says 239 contracts canceled over 2 days, including a grant to teach trans farmers about 'food justice'

The federal government has saved millions of dollars after canceling 239 contracts, the Department of Government Efficiency said Thursday.

Society

5 h. ago Vice President Vance vows Trump admin will 'use everything' it can to increase number of criminal deportations

Vice President JD Vance joins "The Ingraham Angle" to break down the Trump administration's deportation efforts and other measures it is taking to secure the southern border.

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7 h. ago Schumer announces he will vote to keep government open, likely avoiding shutdown

Senate Democrats remained tight-lipped on Thursday after meeting on the fast-approaching government funding deadline.

Politics

7 h. ago 'Footloose' star Kevin Bacon shares how the movie still haunts him

During a panel discussion at South by Southwest, actor Kevin Bacon explained the 1984 hit movie "Footloose" is his "worst nightmare" when it comes to wedding receptions.

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8 h. ago Muslim call to prayer can take on an added significance during Ramadan

For believers, the holy month is about much more than fasting. It's a time for reflection and compassion — to give to the less fortunate, gather with community to break the daily fasts, and pray.

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8 h. ago Photo of McDonald's PlayPlace triggers social media firestorm

The Fox News Lifestyle Newsletter brings you trending stories on family, travel, food, neighbors helping neighbors, pets, autos, military veterans, heroes, faith and American values.

Events

8 h. ago What you need to know about tornado risks in Southern California

What you need to know about tornado risks in Southern California  NBC Los Angeles

Politics

8 h. ago Popular frozen drink linked to children’s illness, study finds

Frozen slush drinks could lead to metabolic symptoms in children, a new study suggests. The lead researcher discusses the ingredient that triggers the illness.

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9 h. ago Y Combinator’s police surveillance darling Flock Safety raises $275M at $7.5B valuation

Flock Safety and one of its long-time VCs, Bedrock Capital, announced Thursday that the startup raised a fresh $275 million at a $7.5 billion valuation. Flock makes computer vision-enabled video surveillance technology used by law enforcement as well as businesses, property management companies, and so on. It’s best known for its automatic license plate recognition […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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9 h. ago House Oversight Chair Comer: Biden Administration Covered Up 'Hundreds' of Suspicious ActBlue Fundraising Reports

The Biden administration covered up "hundreds" of suspicious activity reports (SAR) for the Democrat Party's fundraising machine, ActBlue, Rep. James Comer (R-KY) alleged this week as his Oversight Committee investigates the platform for potential fraud. The post House Oversight Chair Comer: Biden Administration Covered Up ‘Hundreds’ of Suspicious ActBlue Fundraising Reports appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

10 h. ago Ted Cruz Backs Arrest of Radical Activist Mahmoud Khalil: ‘If You Hate America, Do Not Come Here’

If you “hate America” or seek to undermine it — “do not come to this country,” declared Senator Ted Cruz, who endorsed the arrest and impending deportation of pro-Hamas activist and Syrian national Mahmoud Khalil. The post Ted Cruz Backs Arrest of Radical Activist Mahmoud Khalil: ‘If You Hate America, Do Not Come Here’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

10 h. ago South Coast Rail will begin service soon. Will your commute change?

For the first time in 65 years, communities in southeastern Massachusetts will have rail service to downtown Boston. The post South Coast Rail will begin service soon. Will your commute change? appeared first on Boston.com.

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10 h. ago SFO food company laying off 835 workers in one of Bay Area’s biggest cuts this year

SFO food company laying off 835 workers in one of Bay Area’s biggest cuts this year  San Francisco Chronicle

Society

12 h. ago DOD Support to the Southern Border in Photos, March 13, 2025

DOD Support to the Southern Border in Photos, March 13, 2025  Department of Defense

Politics

12 h. ago Lunar eclipse tonight: Cloud map, time for Washington, nation

Lunar eclipse tonight: Cloud map, time for Washington, nation  Kitsap Sun

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12 h. ago A movie featuring 2 Red Sox legends hits theaters for a limited time starting this weekend

"Eephus" features appearances by former Red Sox pitcher Bill "Spaceman" Lee and longtime Red Sox announcer Joe Castiglione. The post A movie featuring 2 Red Sox legends hits theaters for a limited time starting this weekend appeared first on Boston.com.

Events

12 h. ago Developing an ontology for smart city infrastructure threats, cybercrime and digital investigation

With technological advancements and a growing awareness about the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), interconnected systems within cities that capture real-time data indicators reflecting chosen SDGs are a way forward. Known as smart city infrastructure (SCI), these systems are vital to nations in assessing their alignment with the UN SDGs. As the role of smart city infrastructure becomes apparent, it inevitably becomes a prime target for adversaries and cyber criminals.

Events

12 h. ago This fried chicken chain is taking over the old McDonald’s space at S.F.’s Stonestown Galleria

This fried chicken chain is taking over the old McDonald’s space at S.F.’s Stonestown Galleria  San Francisco Chronicle

Technology

12 h. ago Study reveals barriers to AI integration in manufacturing design

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into manufacturing processes has huge potential for improving productivity, efficiency, and safety. Machine learning models are already used to monitor equipment health and others predict supply-chain issues and consumer demand. However, research published in the International Journal of Mechatronics and Manufacturing Systems suggests that there remain barriers to the more widespread adoption of AI in production environments. In particular, there are obstacles to incorporating AI in the early design phase.

Politics

12 h. ago Electric cars were once marketed as 'women's cars.' Did this hold back their development over the next century?

It was not a given that petrol-powered cars would come to dominate the world. In fact, back in 1900, just 22% of cars produced in the US were powered by gasoline (also known as petrol, benzine or various other names). The rest were split between electric and steam cars.

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