Iowa entered the Elite Eight as a 9‑seed, having stunned several top teams to reach this stage for the first time since 2018. They knocked out a No. 1 seed and beat higher‑ranked opponents like Clemson, Florida, and Nebraska along the way. Illinois arrived as a 3‑seed after a solid defensive perform
About 70 million people got their Social Security checks in February, and most of them are retirees who depend on those payments to survive. Studies over the past two decades show that 80‑90% of retirees use these benefits to make ends meet. This shows how vital it is for lawmakers to keep the progr
The Sweet 16 round is in full swing, and eight matchups will decide who moves forward. First up, Louisville faces Michigan in a game that could hinge on how well the Cardinals defend the perimeter. Michigan’s stars, Olivia Olson and Syla Swords, have been hard to stop this season, so Louisville m
Police in Paris stopped a bomb attempt early Saturday morning outside a Bank of America office, capturing the would‑be bomber just as he tried to light a homemade explosive. The device was made from about five litres of an unknown liquid, likely fuel, and a 650‑gram powder charge. It was discovered
The film “Project Hail Mary” has surprised many by pulling in $53. 1 million in its second weekend, a figure that tops the performance of well‑known franchises such as “Oppenheimer” and “Dune: Part Two. ” Even the historic $75. 6 million earned by a non‑franchise film in 2009, “Avatar, ” is eclipse
The new order from President Trump tells Homeland Security to give TSA workers a paycheck, but it is still unclear how fast the change will reach the gates. Many people were already stuck in long queues on spring break, waiting for flights that seemed to take forever. One traveler, Betty Mitch
The Pope flew to Monaco, a tiny state on the French coast known for its wealthy residents and luxury boats. He arrived by helicopter from Rome and met with Prince Albert, the head of state. During his visit, he told people that no good deed should be kept for themselves; it should be shared to he
In the first month of fighting with Iran, President Trump has sent mixed messages that have left Republican lawmakers and allies confused about the country’s next steps. He has spoken of peace talks while also ordering more troops to the region, a contradiction that worries officials who fear an
The day began with hope that the Senate could finally pass funding for Homeland Security before a long shutdown loomed. Senators presented a plan to House Speaker Mike Johnson, who left the Capitol in anger and called the proposal a “joke. ” The deal, crafted by Senate Majority Leader John Thune aft
President Donald Trump has set a strict rule for his grandchildren: they are not allowed to ride in a car when Tiger Woods is behind the wheel. The rule came after the 50‑year‑old golfer was caught driving under the influence on March 27. Woods has been dating Vanessa Trump, who is 79‑years‑ol
