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Trump trial updates: Fired White House aide Madeleine Westerhout wraps testimony as Michael Cohen expected to testify next week
This is Yahoo News’ succinct update on the criminal and civil cases against Trump. Here are the latest developments.
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Trump trial live updates: Testimony resumes in hush money case
The former president’s criminal hush money trial resumes Friday in Manhattan, where the prosecution will continue presenting its case.
1 min read - NewsThe Yodel
Judge denies 2 Trump defense motions, U.N. General Assembly to support Palestinian membership and Cavs tie series with Celtics
Get caught up on this morning’s news: Two Trump motions denied at trial, a new ‘Planet of the Apes’ film and more in today’s edition of The Yodel newsletter
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Homeless woman was living inside Michigan rooftop store sign with computer and coffee maker
Contractors curious about an extension cord on the roof of a Michigan grocery store made a startling discovery: A 34-year-old woman was living inside the business sign, with enough space for a computer, printer and coffee maker, police said. “She was homeless,” Officer Brennon Warren of the Midland Police Department said Thursday. The woman, whose name was not released, told police she had a job elsewhere but had been living inside the Family Fare sign for roughly a year, Warren said.
2 min read - PoliticsSalon
There could be a "silver lining" to delaying Trump's classified documents trial, experts say
Cannon's "atrocious" move at least "clears the docket" for other legal probes, former Solicitor Gen. Katyal says
2 min read - PoliticsYahoo News
2024 election: Your guide to all the key primaries, debates and what happens next
Up next: Alaska and Wyoming, which are holding Democratic primaries on April 13, followed by Puerto Rico's Republican primary on April 21.
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2024 election primaries: Biden, Trump delegate tracker and updated results
Visual presentation of the 2024 primary election schedule, results in each state and the latest delegate counts for each candidate.
1 min read - SportsMiami Herald
Take a look behind the scenes at the 2024 Miami Dolphins rookie minicamp
The group includes seven draft picks, 12 players who are expected to be signed as undrafted rookies and more than a dozen players on tryouts.
1 min read - HealthSacramento Bee
How long does marijuana THC linger in breast milk for new moms? What new study found
Breastfeeding mothers may be transferring THC to their babies, according to the study of 20 women.
3 min read - USMiami Herald
What vehicles were stolen most often in the US in 2023? Here’s what a study found
A social media trend nudged new vehicles to the top of the list, researchers said.
2 min read - WorldBBC
US says Israel may have breached international law with American weapons in Gaza
State department says it is "reasonable to assess" that Israel used US-made weapons in ways inconsistent with its legal obligations.
2 min read - USMiami Herald
Video shows Florida deputy opened fire on Black airman seconds after door opened
Sr. Airman Roger Fortson can be heard saying “I can’t breathe” as he lay on the floor of his Fort Walton Beach apartment after a deputy shot him six times
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Every outfit Taylor Swift wears on the Eras Tour, ranked
Swift does several outfit changes during a single Eras Tour concert. She has unveiled multiple new looks onstage in France, her first stop in Europe.
19 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Sports gambling is taking a cue from Wall Street, and it could be a problem for sportsbooks
A sports bettor trying to hedge a $1.7 million payout shows the gambling world is taking a page out of Wall Street's book.
6 min read - EntertainmentBBC
Succession star Brian Cox: 'I've lost my anonymity'
Actor Brian Cox is up for a Bafta TV Award alongside several fellow Scots.
3 min read - ScienceMiami Herald
‘Dragon ball’ creature — with countless legs — discovered in Thailand. See new species
The discovery was confusing and an accident, researchers said.
2 min read - SportsMiami Herald
Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 2, Game 3 live updates: Florida Panthers vs Boston Bruins
Follow along for score updates, thoughts, commentary and analysis throughout the game.
2 min read - USSacramento Bee
Placer judge sentences man for killing his father, attacking his mother in their Roseville home
Prosecutors said adult son was angry because his parents refused to buy him a car.
3 min read - WorldMiami Herald
Maduro has smashed previous election hopes. Why Venezuelans in Florida are now optimistic
Thousands of Venezuelan exiles in Florida find themselves believing this time there may yet be an electoral solution to their country’s political crisis.
7 min read - WorldBBC
Northern Lights in dazzling display across the UK
A solar storm of this scale can cause disruptions to infrastructure such as the power grid.
2 min read - USBBC
Murder investigation after motorcyclist hit-and-run
Gardaí open a murder investigation into the hit and run death of Tom Connors in April.
1 min read - WorldBBC
Whooping cough: Richhill family's 'frightening experience'
Sharon McCrory said her family has not had a full night's sleep in six weeks due to whooping cough.
3 min read - WorldMiami Herald
Ruins of 1,600-year-old pearling city discovered on island near Dubai, photos show
Ancient vessels with Aramaic writing were found at the island site, officials said.
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Stock market today: Dow aims for 8-day win streak with next week's CPI report in focus
A number of Fed officials will speak Friday, and investors will be listening in for any clues on inflation and the Fed's interest rate trajectory.
2 min read - SportsBBC
St Helens romp to 10-try victory at Castleford
St Helens storm back to the top of Super League as they run in 11 tries to batter Castleford on home soil.
2 min read - WorldBBC
At least 60 killed in Afghanistan flash flooding
More than 100 people are injured, according to officials, as torrents of water sweep through entire villages.
2 min read - SportsBBC
Late Duffy goal sends Derry second in Premier Division
Derry City move up to second in the Premier Division with a narrow 1-0 victory against Bohemians.
1 min read - SportsBBC
Sale keep play-off hopes alive with Leicester win
Sale Sharks secure a bonus-point win over Leicester Tigers to keep their Premiership semi-final hopes alive.
3 min read - BusinessBBC
777 call in finance experts as Everton uncertainty grows
The prospective buyers of Everton, 777 Partners, engage finance restructuring experts, casting further doubts over their takeover.
2 min read - SportsBBC
Wins for Reds, Blues, Crues and Lisburn Rangers
There are wins for Cliftonville, Crusaders, Linfield and Lisburn Rangers in the Women's Premiership on Friday night.
2 min read - WorldBBC
Tata won't change mind on job cuts - FM says
Vaughan Gething travels to India to meet Tata executives over plans to cut thousands of steel jobs.
3 min read - PoliticsSalon
Judge "finally just had enough" with Trump lawyers' bad faith behavior
Maggie Haberman, reporter in court with Trump, says Judge Merchan is sick of "bad faith" behavior from the defense
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Legendary investor Stanley Druckenmiller says copper is a great bet for the next 6 years because EVs, data centers, and missiles all depend on it
"These missiles all got enough copper in them and the world's getting hot that we just think the supply-demand situation is incredible."
2 min read - SportsBBC
Bath claim bonus-point win at Falcons to go second
Bath move level on points with Northampton Saints atop the Premiership with a 28-17 bonus-point win over Newcastle Falcons.
4 min read - BusinessSacramento Bee
Once-popular baby gear brand is moving into Sacramento-area Kohl’s stores. What to know
The specialty shops will feature a “curated assortment” of the latest baby gear, bath, furniture, feeding and safety products.
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Hollywood remembers Sam Rubin
Hollywood is mourning the loss of entertainment giant and our dear friend Sam Rubin. The KTLA legend was not just a household name for KTLA viewers, but also for some of Tinseltown’s biggest stars. For over 30 years, he was a fixture on the red carpets of premieres and awards shows, and Hollywood’s elite had […]
3 min read - SportsBBC
Ex-Reds sporting director Ward gets new FSG role
Former Liverpool sporting director Julian Ward has been appointed to a new role by the club's Fenway Sports Group owners. Ward became the Anfield side's sporting director after Michael Edwards left the role in summer 2022 but, in a decision that surprised and disappointed the Reds, he departed the club at the end of the 2022-23 season. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp announced in January he would be leaving the Merseysiders at the end of this season after almost nine years in charge.
1 min read - USSacramento Bee
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he’s ‘against divestment’ after Sac State changes policy language
Sacramento State on Tuesday agreed to divest in Israel-tied investments after pro-Palestine protests on campus.
4 min read - WorldBBC
Swinney remains committed to gender reform bill
The Scottish government recommits to bill that will allow someone to self-identify their legally recognised sex.
3 min read - SportsBBC
Kirk regrets relationship that led to Leicester sacking
Willie Kirk says he regrets his decision to have a relationship with a player that led to his dismissal as Leicester manager.
1 min read - OpinionSalon
When it comes to the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef, we all lose
The rappers have delivered blows to each other's reputations, but at whose expense? The lyrics say it all
7 min read - ScienceBBC
How crops are being disaster-proofed
Scientists are creating hardier crops by cross-breeding wild varities and tweaking crop genes.
6 min read - HealthBBC
Test-at-home kit for cancer patients approved for use
Patients say the device allows them to reduce the number of hospital visits involved in cancer care.
3 min read - ScienceBusiness Insider
Earth is bracing for a 'severe' geomagnetic storm and it probably won't be the last for this year
The sun is entering solar maximum, which means we could see more severe geomagnetic storms this year.
3 min read - LifestyleBBC
'I got married on a Thursday and saved £3,000'
More couples are choosing to get married on a weekday in order to save money.
4 min read - SportsBBC
Caernarfon reach play-off final with late Met win
Marc Williams and Adam Davies’ secure victory for Caernarfon Town against Cardiff Met to reach the Cymru Premier European play-off final.
1 min read - WorldMiami Herald
‘Insanely cute’ Dutch Spotted lambs — the first in US — born at Vermont farm. See them
This is just the beginning for the breed in the U.S.
2 min read - OpinionThe New Republic
Kristi Noem Got Herself Banned from Parts of Her Own State
Five of South Dakota’s Indigenous tribe are imposing a hilarious penalty on the governor.
2 min read - USSacramento Bee
Accused gunman buries dead man, poses as kidnapper to victim’s girlfriend, CA cops say
The 35-year-old man tried to extort $165,000 from the victim’s girlfriend in 2022, California officials said.
1 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Sam Altman teases that OpenAI is announcing 'new stuff' on Monday that 'feels like magic'
Spoiler alert: the next OpenAI updates aren't GPT-5 or a search engine, according to Sam Altman.
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