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- The Independent
Everton vs Liverpool LIVE: Premier League latest score and goal updates as Jarrad Branthwaite scrambles in
Can Everton dent Liverpool’s Premier League title bid in what is Jurgen Klopp’s final trip to Goodison Park?
- Associated Press
Ex-minor league umpire sues MLB, says he was harassed by female ump, fired for being bisexual man
A fired minor league umpire sued Major League Baseball on Wednesday, claiming he was sexually harassed by a female umpire and discriminated against because he is male and bisexual. Brandon Cooper, an umpire who worked in the minor league Arizona Complex League last year, filed the suit in federal court in Manhattan against MLB and PDL Blue Inc., an affiliated entity. “Historically the MLB has had a homogenous roster of umpires working in both the minor and major leagues,” the suit claimed.
- The Independent
Abortion fight returns to Supreme Court as justices question whether Idaho ban violates fundamental right
Idaho’s law bans abortion unless the mother’s life is threatened, meaning the procedure still isn’t allowed even if she faces permanent health effects or infertility. SCOTUS is considering whether it violates a person’s right to emergency care in the United States
- Idaho Statesman
Idaho wrestling coach hit a 14-year-old. He struck this deal to avoid criminal charges
He previously received a lifetime ban from coaching Idaho high school sports, and must abide by that ban as part of the deal.
- Associated Press
A look at the Gaza war protests that have emerged on US college campuses
Student protests over Israel’s war with Hamas have popped up on an increasing number of college campuses following last week's arrest of more than 100 demonstrators at Columbia University. The students are calling for universities to separate themselves from any companies that are advancing Israel’s military efforts in Gaza — and in some cases from Israel itself. The groups largely act independently, though students say they’re inspired by peers at other universities.
- Associated Press
Nootbaar, Gibson spark Cardinals to 5-1 victory over Diamondbacks
Lars Nootbaar drove in two runs and Kyle Gibson pitched six effective innings, lifting the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks in the finale of three-game series on Wednesday. It was the first win in a series finale this season for the Cardinals. In his 299th start, Gibson (2-2) allowed one run and five hits.
- The Independent
Riot police arrest students as Palestine protests spread to colleges in Texas and California
Protests relating to the Israel-Hamas war have been sprouting up at campuses across the country
- Bears Wire
Should the Bears attempt to trade up for Marvin Harrison Jr.?
Why the Bears should consider trading up to land WR Marvin Harrison Jr. in the NFL draft.
- The Telegraph
Teenage girl arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after Wales school stabbing
A teenage girl has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after two teachers and a pupil were stabbed at a secondary school in south-west Wales on Wednesday morning.
- Associated Press
Tennessee would criminalize helping minors get abortions under bill heading to governor
Tennessee is poised to become the second state in the nation to make it illegal for adults to help minors get an abortion without parental consent, a proposal that is likely to face immediate legal challenges should Gov. Bill Lee sign it into law. Tennessee's GOP-dominant Statehouse approved the bill Wednesday, clearing the way for the measure to head to the Republican governor's desk. While Lee hasn't public commented on the proposal, he has repeatedly defended enacting the state's sweeping abortion ban and stressed his opposition to the procedure.
- Miami Herald
After complaints, National Institutes of Health launches review of Havana Syndrome study
“We are frustrated this phenomenon is left unresolved,” a group of senators wrote in a letter to President Biden.
- USA TODAY Sports
Detroit Lions sign Penei Sewell, Amon-Ra St. Brown to deals worth more than $230 million
Detroit Lions have agreed to terms on contract extensions with two of Brad Holmes' first draft picks from 2021: Penei Sewell and Amon-Ra St. Brown.
- Associated Press
Arizona lands Oakland star forward Trey Townsend out of transfer portal
Oakland forward Trey Townsend is transferring to Arizona following a breakout run in the NCAA Tournament. Townsend, who announced his decision Wednesday on Instagram, was named the Horizon League player of the year last season after averaging 17.3 points, 8.1 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game. The senior had 17 points and 12 rebounds in the No. 15 seed Grizzlies' upset win over No. 2 seed Kentucky in the NCAA Tournament, then had 30 points and 13 rebounds in a second-round loss to N.C. State.
- USA TODAY
Bear cub pulled from tree for selfie 'doing very well,' no charges filed in case
The bear cub, pulled from a tree outside an Asheville apartment complex, is estimated to be 3-4 months old and is eating and drinking, officials said.
- Insider Monkey
15 Best Places to Retire in Rhode Island
This article looks at the best places to retire in Rhode Island. If you wish to skip our analysis of retirement concerns for Gen Zs & Millennials and pros and cons of retirement in Rhode Island, you may go directly to the 5 Best Places to Retire in Rhode Island. Retirement Savings: A Concern for […]
- The Independent
Arizona House votes to repeal 1864 near-total abortion ban
State’s 1864 abortion ban outlawed nearly all forms of abortion and criminalised those who help a woman obtain one
- Local Journalism Initiative
AVICC convention to return to regional district
The Regional District of Nanaimo has agreed to co-host, with the City of Nanaimo, the 2025 Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities convention for elected officials. The RDN and Nanaimo last hosted representatives from 53 local governments in 2023 at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre in downtown Nanaimo. The convention involves presentations and seminars as well as the debate of resolutions to send to the annual Union of BC Municipalities convention. In the past, the AVICC co
- Local Journalism Initiative
RDN budget planning to start earlier than previous years
Annual financial planning at the Regional District of Nanaimo will start several months earlier this year after the board approved a new planning schedule. Meetings for the 2025-29 financial plan process will begin in May with a review of the board’s strategic plan in the context of financial plan process followed by a surplus policy report and recreation and parks capital information report. Beginning in July, the board will begin hearing departmental level of service presentations that will in
- Local Journalism Initiative
Asbestos and lead found in Rollo McLay portable
The portable at Rollo McLay Community Park is finally coming down. Planned for a few years, work on the demolition began last week with a contractor conducting a hazardous material survey and remediation plan as per Worksafe BC regulatory requirements, according to Regional District of Nanaimo parks staff. Parks manager Rick Daykin said the contractor found asbestos in the vinyl flooring and lead in the paint. Once hazardous materials are removed, demolition will begin this week. The portable ha
- Local Journalism Initiative
NLPS receiving nearly half a million for support with school supplies, field trips
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools is receiving $495,000 from the Ministry of Education and Child Care’s most recent round of dollars placed in its student and family affordability fund. In March, the B.C. government announced it had added $20 million to its student and family affordability fund. The province introduced the fund in August 2022 with a total of $60 million, calling it then a one-time offering. It was originally introduced to help families hit hard by rising costs from inflation. Wit