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Trump's upcoming China visit influences strategic options on Iran: Reports

Fri, 01 May 2026 06:22:48 GMT

Washington, DC [US], May 1 (ANI): Reports from American media suggest that President Donald Trump's forthcoming diplomatic mission to China is significantly influencing his strategic deliberations concerning the conflict in Iran.

According to NBC, an anonymous White House official indicated that the scheduled trip is among the various factors currently being considered by the President as he evaluates his militar

No need for Congressional approval as ceasefire pauses Iran war 60-day clock: US War Secy

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:36:09 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 1 (ANI): US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Thursday (local time) told lawmakers that the Trump administration does not currently need congressional authorisation to continue military actions related to Iran, arguing that a ceasefire effectively pauses legal war powers deadlines, according to CNN reporting from a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing.

Under the 1973 War Powers Resolutio

Senate blocks bid to limit Trumps power to attack Cuba

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:34:19 GMT

The US president has repeatedly hinted at a possible regime-change operation on the island

A Democratic-led effort to limit US President Donald Trump's authority to use military force against Cuba without congressional authorization has failed in the Senate.

The Republican-majority Senate's vote on the measure on Tuesday narrowly dismissed it as out of order in a 51-47 tally on grounds that

LIV Golf touts 'strong momentum' despite New Orleans postponement

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:55:11 GMT

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LIV Golf said the league looks forward to continuing its 'strong momentum' despite postponing its New Orleans event scheduled for June amid questions about its future beyond 2026.

In a statement provided to Field Level Media on Wednesday, LIV said it intends to 'explore' a potential fall event in Louisiana while citing summer heat, a crowded sports calendar an

After rare misstep, Pirates' bullpen seeks redemption vs. Cardinals

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:19:04 GMT

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Thirty-six innings. More than a year. That's how long it had been since the Cardinals scored against the Pirates in Pittsburgh.

St. Louis quickly made up for lost time.

The Cardinals exploded for four runs with one out in the ninth inning against the usually reliable Dennis Santana as St. Louis posted a 4-2 win in the opener of a four-game series with the Pira

NCAA advances age-based eligibility pitch; not retroactive for '25-26

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:40:28 GMT

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The Division I Board of Directors directed the Division I Cabinet to move forward with a major change to NCAA eligibility rules Monday, but president Charlie Baker said he won't recommend that current seniors and graduates be grandfathered in.

The model in question will allow NCAA athletes to play up to five years of their sport in a five-year window, with the

Report: LIV Golf postpones New Orleans event in June

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:40:27 GMT

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So much for 'full throttle.'

LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil said earlier this month that LIV's season would continue 'exactly as planned, uninterrupted and at full throttle.' The Athletic and other outlets reported on Monday that the LIV Golf Louisiana event in June will be postponed.

Per the reports, O'Neil and Secretary of Louisiana Economic Development Sus

Virginia ranked 28th among states for preschool access, funding

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:18:52 GMT

Virginia ranks in the middle of states for its enrollment, quality and funding of preschool education, according to a new report.

The report by the National Institute for Early Education Research places Virginia 28th among all U.S. states for this kind of funding. However, when all public spe

Virginia lawmakers approve paid family leave, equal pay laws

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:07:26 GMT

By Josh Israel for the Virginia Independent.

Broadcast version by Zamone Perez for Virginia News Connection reporting for the Virginia Independent-Public News Service Collab

Cardiologist offers Virginians tips on managing cholesterol levels

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:25:32 GMT

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and two major health organizations are offering up-to-date information on how to manage your cholesterol levels.
The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology released new guidanc

WV group joins national lawsuit against EPA repeal of clean air rules

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:11:14 GMT

As legal challenges mount against the Trump administration’s repeal of the 2009 Endangerment Finding and motor vehicle emissions standards, the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy has joined a national lawsuit arguing the change places undue harm on West Virginians.
The

Virginia joins dozens of states to regulate scam-riddled crypto kiosks

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:07:28 GMT

As advocates educate and warn the public about fraudulent schemes during Fraud Prevention Month, Virginia has enacted a new law to regulate a common tool used by fraudsters.
House Bi

Updates: 6 picks sign; Guard reps for Shelton

Fri, 01 May 2026 20:36:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com
May 1
Drew Shelton#67 OTHeight: 6-5Weight: 313 lbsCollege: Penn State
3:21 p.m.- In a draft class that heavily features defensive players, Drew Shelton is just one of two offensive players that were drafted by the Cowboys last weekend.
And while adjusting to the speed of the game is the first thing these rookies need to learn, Shelton might be learning a new positio

Ravens Sign 19 Undrafted Rookies

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:23:07 GMT

Justin Robertson
The Ravens have signed 19 undrafted rookie free agents before they kick off rookie minicamp Friday.
While it's difficult to earn a spot on the 53-man roster, Baltimore is an ideal landing spot, as evidenced by the team'srich historyof developing undrafted gems.
Here are the players vying for spots:
QB Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt
Pavia played in 53 career games (49 starts) at

Updates: 6 of 7 Cowboys rookies sign contracts

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:46:00 GMT

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May 1
Caleb Downs#18 DBHeight: 5-11Weight: 206 lbsCollege: Ohio State
11:30 a.m. --The Cowboys have officially signed six of their seven rookie draft picks, and 11 undrafted free agents.
First-round pick Caleb Downs, third-round pick Jaishawn Barham, fourth-round picks Drew Shelton, Devin Moore, LT Overton and seventh-round pick Anthony Smith.
The only Cowboys

Eagles sign eight undrafted free agents

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:15:00 GMT

After drafting eight players, the Eagles are continuing to add to their roster.
PhiladelphiaEagles.com
The2026 NFL Draftfinished on Saturday evening, but the player acquisition process doesn't end there.
The Eagles signed eight undrafted free agents, adding to the list of the eight players selected on draft weekend.
Philadelphia is known to have success with UDFAs, from players like Reed Blank

Packers sign 5 draft picks, 10 rookie free agents

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:43:38 GMT

Transactions official as rookie minicamp gets rolling
The Green Bay Packers signed five draft picks and 10 rookie free agents. The signings were announced Friday by General Manager Brian Gutekunst.
Draft Signings:
Undrafted Free Agents:
Barrettbegan his collegiate career at the University of Wisconsin (2021-23) and appeared in 13 games before

Inbox: The Packers have plenty of room to do as they wish

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Its practically impossible to figure out
Mike Spofford
Garrett from Buckeye, AZ
After rookie minicamp, what's the best way to kill time between minicamp, OTAs, and eventually training camp? I want football season here already.
You can watch baseball, or the NBA/NHL playoffs. Or read books. I run the gamut and appreciate the change of pace more each year.
Jeff from Champl

Seahawks Sign Five Of Eight 2026 Draft Picks

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:28:49 GMT

The Seahawks signed five of their eight 2026 draft picks on the day rookies reported for this weekends rookie minicamp.
John Boyle
Seahawks rookies arrived in Seattle on Thursday ahead of rookie minicamp, and five of the eight 2026 draft picks signed their rookie contracts shortly after arriving at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Signing on Thursday were five of the six players selected in Round

Seahawks Sign Six Of Eight 2026 Draft Picks

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:28:49 GMT

The Seahawks signed six of their eight 2026 draft picks on the day rookies reported for this weekends rookie minicamp.
John Boyle
Seahawks rookies arrived in Seattle on Thursday ahead of rookie minicamp, and six of the eight 2026 draft picks signed their rookie contracts shortly after arriving at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Signing on Thursday were all six players selected in Rounds 3-7: cor

Titans Reach Deals With 11 Undrafted Free Agents

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:44:33 GMT

Jim Wyatt
NASHVILLEThe Titans have added 11 undrafted free agents to the team's roster.
Here's the list:
Linebacker Shad Banks, UTSA: First-team All-American Conference performer at linebacker in 2025, when he led UTSA with 94 total tackles, three interceptions and three fumble recoveries. Banks also posted 7.5 tackles for loss, two sacks, two pass breakups, a pair of

Why the Ravens Are Having a Tougher Time Finding Draft Bargains

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:29:52 GMT

Ryan Mink
There are few, if any, teams that have drafted better than the Ravens over the years.
However, General Manager Eric DeCosta finds it harder for Baltimore to find draft bargains for one main reason. Other teams seem to have similar rankings to the Ravens'.
The "consensus big board," a creation from Arif Hasan of "Wide Left Football" that is based on more than 100 big boards from analysts, has

Draft NFL: esta es la Clase 2026 que llega a Kansas City Chiefs

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:51:49 GMT

El Chiefs Kingdom recibi a siete nuevas promesas el pasado fin de semana.
Chiefs Espanol
Kansas City Chiefs llegaron al Draft 2026 con muchas ilusiones y un enfoque claro en el armado del roster, utilizando selecciones en las distintas rondas para atender posiciones especficas en ambos lados de la cancha. Al contar con dos picks en primera ronda, nuestro equipo pudo darse la tranquilidad necesaria para el

10 things to know about Colton Hood & Malachi Fields

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:05:00 GMT

Matt Citak
Following theirtwo selections in the top 10, the Giants made another two picks on Day 2 of the draft.
With the fifth pick in the second round (No. 37 overall), the Giants selected Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood. They then made a trade, giving up their fourth-round pick (No. 105), fifth-round pick (No. 145) and next year's fourth-round pick for the No. 74 overall pick, which they used on Notre D

Inside the Bucs' New-Look Linebacker Corps

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:14:40 GMT

With the acquisition of Alex Anzalone in free agency and Josiah Trotter via the 2026 NFL Draft, a new era begins for the Buccaneers' linebacker room
Brianna Dix
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers reloaded at inside linebacker during the offseason following the retirement of franchise legend Lavonte David. In alignment with the team's desire to get more physical at the position, Tampa Bay acquired Alex Anzalone in f

Antisemitism and Israel: A challenge to the Australian narrative

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:00:00 GMT

A provocative Royal Commission submission by DrEvan Jonesargues that Australias antisemitism debate cannot be separated from Israel, Zionism and their political influence.
Submission to theRoyal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion
Part 1
General
This submission can be reduced to one word Israel.
There you have the answer to

U.S. aircraft USS Gerald R. Ford to leave Middle East in coming days: report

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:45:15 GMT

WASHINGTON, April 29 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford will leave the Middle East and begin sailing for home in the coming days, the Washington Post reported Wednesday.
The move is "an expected relief for roughly 4,500 sailors who have been deployed for 10 months -- but a loss of significant firepower as peace talks between the United States and Iran stagnate," said the report.
The

Bondi terror attack inquiry calls for nationally consistent approach to Australian gun laws

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:15:13 GMT

CANBERRA, April 30 (Xinhua) -- A landmark antisemitism inquiry established in the wake of the fatal terror attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach has called for all levels of government in Australia to prioritize a consistent national approach to gun laws.
In an interim report released on Thursday, the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion made 14 recommendations, five of which were not released publicly

U.S. Supreme Court rules against Louisiana's 2024 election map

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:15:22 GMT

WASHINGTON, April 29 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday voted 6-3 along partisan lines to rule that Louisiana's 2024 election map was "an unconstitutional racial gerrymander," marking a pivotal decision in the two parties' battle over redistricting.
In the majority opinion, Justice Samuel Alito wrote that Louisiana's new majority-minority district -- a new majority-Black district -- violated the equ

Conservative medical professionals sue Virginia over proposed abortion rights amendment

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:31:01 GMT

TAZEWELL, Va. (CN) - A pair of medical advocacy groups and a town council member challenged a proposed Virginia constitutional ame

GOP urges Virginia high court to reverse voter-backed redistricting

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:25:58 GMT

RICHMOND, Va. (CN) -The Supreme Court of Virginia heard from Republican leaders Monday who argued their Democratic colleagues violated procedure when pa

Senate passes bill creating long-term care insurance safeguards

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:04:04 GMT
Senate passes bill creating long-term care insurance safeguards

Romanian man sentenced after swatting spree targeting dozens of U.S. officials

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:35:46 GMT
Romanian man sentenced after swatting spree targeting dozens of U.S. officials

Team Wendy reveals new RECON Tactical Bump Helmet

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:35:28 GMT
Team Wendy reveals new RECON Tactical Bump Helmet

Judge- Wisconsin Department of Justice must release the names of every police officer in the state

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:34:57 GMT
Judge- Wisconsin Department of Justice must release the names of every police officer in the state

Female first responder training summit focuses on performance

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:34:47 GMT
Female first responder training summit focuses on performance

Bodycam shows home explosion that injured NYPD officers responding to domestic call

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:34:03 GMT
Bodycam shows home explosion that injured NYPD officers responding to domestic call

Washington judge blocks parts of state law that added new background requirments for sheriffs

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:33:47 GMT
Washington judge blocks parts of state law that added new background requirments for sheriffs

Denver Sheriff's Department recruit dies following medical emergency during training

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:33:32 GMT
Denver Sheriff's Department recruit dies following medical emergency during training

Steiner eOptics to exhibit at LAAD Defense & Security 2026 in So Paulo, Brazil

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:39:44 GMT
Steiner eOptics to exhibit at LAAD Defense & Security 2026 in So Paulo, Brazil

What Do Americans Consider Immoral?

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:05:40 GMT
What Do Americans Consider Immoral?

Majority of Americans prefer spread-out communities with big houses

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:03:16 GMT
Majority of Americans prefer spread-out communities with big houses