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Part the First: The Attack on American Science Continues, Unabated.  A few days ago the president fired the National Science Board (NSB), all twenty-two members of a statutory twenty-five, who served staggered six-year terms that preserved institutional memory.  The NSB was created pursuant to the National Science Foundation Act of 1950 to “recommend and encourage the pursuit of national policies for the promotion of research and education in science and engineering.”  In addition: The National Science Board (NSB) has two additional roles. First, it establishes NSF’s policies within the framework of applicable national policies set forth by the president and…

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is ordering the withdrawal of about 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany, the Pentagon announced Friday.The move comes after President Donald Trump threatened to pull troops following remarks made by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about U.S. war with Iran.The withdrawal of these troops is expected to be completed over the next six to 12 months, according to the Pentagon.Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on U.S. President Donald Trump’s FY2027 budget request for the Department of Defense on Capitol Hill in Washington, April 30, 2026.Eric Lee/Reuters»This decision follows a thorough review…

US President Donald Trump has said that all state permits for the 2026 recreational red snapper fishing season have been approved, a move he says will expand access for anglers across southeastern coastal states.In a post shared on Truth Social on Friday, Trump described the decision as a “huge win” for fishermen in states including Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina.“For years, our Great Fishermen have been punished with VERY short Federal fishing seasons despite RECORD HIGH fish populations and the States begging to oversee these permits,” he added.The policy centres on coordination with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric…

The president and his administration are still struggling to justify the war against Iran In his latest instance on constitutional arson, President Donald Trump informed reporters on Friday that it would actually be against the foundational laws of the nation to ask Congress to authorize the war in Iran.  “No other country has ever done it,” Trump told reporters on the South Lawn of the White House ahead of his departure to Florida for the weekend, in response to a question about whether he is going to seek congressional authorization for the war now that it has been going on…

With 2025 now behind us, it’s time to look ahead at what’s coming in the year to come. There’s a lot of movies, big and small, on the horizon. As always, this list is subject to change, and this list only contains titles for which we have confirmation. More titles get revealed as the year goes on, or as films get distribution rights. Stay tuned for any updates or changes! And this is in no particular order; it’s largely based on the results of my searches. The Odyssey Christopher Nolan is returning to the big screen in 2026, and his…

Health supplements are widely used to fill nutritional gaps, from vitamin D and omega-3 to magnesium and multivitamins. While many people rely on them for better health, concerns about supplement safety continue to grow due to inconsistent regulation, contamination risks, and possible drug interactions.At the same time, research shows that some supplements offer real supplements benefits, especially for people with nutrient deficiencies or specific health conditions. However, not all products are equally reliable, and quality can vary depending on manufacturing standards and verification processes. Understanding how health supplements work, their benefits, and their risks is essential for making informed decisions…

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker may be a billionaire, but should the Democrat run for president in 2028, he would not fully bankroll the bid, NBC News has learned. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.Two people involved in discussions around Pritzker strategy said while the governor has not pulled the trigger on a 2028 campaign, he has given early signs that he would not self-finance — at least not entirely. Pritzker has reached out to operatives who have national fundraising experience and internally discussed what digital fundraising might look like, a person…

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A woman who drove a Land Rover into a tea party at a London primary school, killing two 8-year-old girls, has been charged with causing death by dangerous drivingLONDON — A woman who drove a Land Rover into a tea party outside a London primary school celebrating the last day of classes in 2023, killing two 8-year-old girls and injuring several other people, was charged Friday with dangerous driving, authorities said.Prosecutors said they decided to charge Claire Freemantle, 49, with two counts of causing death by dangerous driving and seven counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving after the…

Three people were injured in a shooting on Skid Row Thursday evening in downtown Los Angeles, according to authorities. The group — two women and a man — were near the northeast corner of San Julian and Sixth streets around 7:10 p.m. when a man walked up to them with a gun and started firing, according to LAPD Officer David Cuelar. “This is where I do business,” the man allegedly said before shooting, the LAPD told City News Service. The victims were wounded while the gunman fled on foot northbound on San Julian Street, according to the LAPD. The victims,…