Free speech organizations denounce Education Department's calling book bans a 'hoax'

Organizations that track the removal of books from schools and libraries are denouncing a Department of Education announcement that called bans a “hoax.”
WWII veteran gets surprise party for his 102nd birthday

A surprise party was held for James “Ralph” Cochran, a World War II veteran
Trump threatens tariffs to enforce migrant deportations

President Trump threatened tariffs on Colombia to ensure the country accepts U.S. military flights carrying migrants.
Drying out and warming up…when high temperatures may hit 70°

A touch of spring arrives this week
How Wilson makes every football for the Super Bowl

Workers at a factory in rural Ohio were up all night churning out footballs for this year’s Super Bowl
Scott Bessent confirmed as treasury secretary

Explore Scott Bessent’s confirmation as U.S. Treasury Secretary and his plans for tax cuts, economic growth, and fiscal policy.
Trump Justice Department says it has fired employees involved in prosecutions of the president

It was not immediately clear which prosecutors were affected by the order, or how many who worked on the investigations into Trump remained with the department.
Politics roundup: Top stories you may have missed this week

Here is a recap of national politics this week.
'Michael' movie: Why the Michael Jackson biopic may require reshoots

A biopic about the complicated legacy of Michael Jackson was always going to be an ambitious undertaking.
Everything you need to know about Stargate

President Trump announced The Stargate Project, a massive AI infrastructure initiative that could cement the U.S. as the global leader in this technology. Explore its goals and implications.