Apr 21 Watch 7:22 How the Trump administration is dismantling climate protections By William Brangham, Courtney Norris, Azhar Merchant A federal judge has temporarily blocked the EPA from canceling $14 billion in climate grants approved by the Biden Administration. It marks a setback to President Trump's agenda to freeze climate spending across the government. As part of our Tipping… Continue watching
Apr 21 Homeland Security Secretary Noem’s purse stolen at restaurant, officials say By Associated Press Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s purse was stolen at a Washington, D.C., restaurant on Easter night. Continue reading
Apr 21 At Boston Marathon, Sharon Lokedi breaks course record while John Korir joins his brother as winner By Jimmy Golen, Associated Press The Korirs are the first brothers — or relatives of any kind — to win the world's oldest and most prestigious annual marathon. Continue reading
Apr 21 Google faces off against U.S. government attempt to break up company in search monopoly case By Michael Liedtke, Associated Press The drama will unfold in a Washington D.C. courtroom during the next three weeks during hearings that will determine how the company should be penalized for operating an illegal monopoly in search. Continue reading
Apr 21 Gunman who killed 23 in a racist attack at a Walmart in El Paso pleads guilty to capital murder in state case By Morgan Lee, Jamie Stengle, Associated Press Crusius will automatically be sentenced to life in prison without parole. Continue reading
Apr 21 Here are some of Pope Francis’ memorable quotes By Associated Press Pope Francis’ first words delivered from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica were a simple greeting: “Brothers and sisters, good evening!”… Continue reading
Apr 21 Read Pope Francis’ death announcement By Associated Press The death of Pope Francis was announced Monday by Cardinal Kevin Farrell. Continue reading
Apr 21 These cardinals are possible contenders to be the next pope By Associated Press There are always front-runners, known as “papabile,” who have at least some of the qualities considered necessary to be pope. Continue reading
Apr 21 A guide to the rites, rituals and ceremonies following the pope’s death By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press Pope Francis, who died on Monday, revised various rites last year, simplifying the funeral rituals to emphasize his role as a mere bishop and allowing for burial outside the Vatican in keeping with his wishes. Continue reading
Apr 21 What to know about Pope Francis’ death By Vanessa Gera, Nicole Winfield, Associated Press “Brothers and sisters, Happy Easter,” he said Sunday from the same loggia where Jorge Mario Bergoglio was introduced to the world on March 13, 2013 as the 266th pope. Continue reading