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From USA TODAY. Smart glasses raise new privacy and consent questions as wearable cameras become harder to detect in public spaces. Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/ #Glasses #Tech #Privacy
From USA TODAY. The Virginia Tech spring football game was delayed after a parachuter crashed into the scoreboard during pregame ceremonies. Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/ #Skydiving #Parachute #Football
From USA TODAY. For the second time, hundreds of animal rights activists attempted to enter a Wisconsin beagle‑breeding facility to remove dogs.
From USA TODAY. Severe weather, including tornadoes and hail storms, affected millions across the Midwest. Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/ #Tornado #Weather #Storm
From USA TODAY. Pope Leo downplayed his feud with President Trump, saying that reporting about his commentary "has not been accurate in all its aspects." Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/ #Pope #Trump #Catholic
From USA TODAY. Podcaster Joe Rogan joined President Trump in the Oval Office as he signed an executive order intended to accelerate research for certain psychedelic drugs used to treat mental health disorders. Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/ #Trump #JoeRogan…
From USA TODAY. As President Trump maintains a blockade of Iranian ports, Iranian leaders rejected renewed negotiations and warned the Strait of Hormuz “will not remain open.” Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/ #Trump #Iran #StraitofHormuz
From USA TODAY. President Trump discussed the recent developments involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz at a Turning Point USA event in Phoenix. READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2026/04/17/donald-trump-iran-strait-of-hormuz-usa-today/89657831007/
From USA TODAY. Los Angeles County Museum of Art celebrated the opening of the David Geffen Galleries with a star-studded event, attended by Tom Hanks, Paris Hilton and more. The gallery "is the culmination of 20 years of work," according to LACMA CEO Michael Govan.
From USA TODAY. "We found many very interesting documents." President Trump said at a Turning Point USA event that his administration will begin releasing government files relating to UFOs and unexplained aerial phenomena.
From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump is expected to deliver the keynote speech at Turning Point USA’s April 17 event in Phoenix. Turning Point USA CEO and Chair Erika Kirk is also expected to speak, as are several Republican candidates in Arizona’s 2026 midterms. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/17/president-donald-trump-arizona-visit–live/89646851007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s…
From USA TODAY. Health and Human Services secretary RFK Jr. faced a series of questions on a host of topics during a congressional hearing on Friday, April 17.
From USA TODAY. Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici challenged RFK Jr. during her time at a congressional hearing with questions about budgets, including a video the HHS secretary made with Kid Rock, as well and his stance on vaccines. RFK Jr. refuted those talking points, saying he is not "anti-vaxx" but "pro science."
From USA TODAY. Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) questioned Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about President Donald Trump’s mental fitness during a congressional hearing on April 17, citing social media posts by Trump that included AI-generated images of Jesus Christ and blasts of Pope Leo XIV. "Would you vote to invoke the…
From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump said the fight with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz is "over,” declaring in a phone interview with USA TODAY that the deal reached Friday was ”a great victory." "It’s over, it’s a great victory," Trump said in an April 17 phone call. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2026/04/17/donald-trump-iran-strait-of-hormuz-usa-today/89657831007/ Sign up for…
From USA TODAY. Central Park’s cherry blossoms are stealing the show; New Yorkers flock to Manhattan to see for themselves.
From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump nominated Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director, who worked for him as deputy surgeon general in his first term as president. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/ytxkxp3m
From USA TODAY. In an exclusive call with USA TODAY, President Donald Trump said the fight with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz is "over."
From USA TODAY. Christina Applegate’s representative has responded to reports of her late March hospitalization in Los Angeles.
From USA TODAY. Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open to all commercial vessels following a ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2026/04/17/iran-war-ceasefire-lebanon-trump-updates–live/89652291007/
From USA TODAY. Wildfires are getting bigger and harder to predict. But what happens if we lose the research that helps us track them? AI can’t fill the gap.
From USA TODAY. Global travel is up internationally but the United States is losing ground as a top destination, according to new data. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3npmr3vd
From USA TODAY. Experts say the Trump administration’s proposal to cut fire research could hamper our ability to address growing fire risks. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3jt4pn4f Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/
From USA TODAY. A federal judge again halted construction on President Donald Trump’s four hundred million dollar White House ballroom. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2026/04/16/white-house-ballroom-construction-trump-hospital/89646128007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/
From USA TODAY. Severe thunderstorms with hail, flash flooding and 60 mph winds slammed multiple states, forcing evacuations as water levels in some areas rose rapidly.
From USA TODAY. Acting Director of ICE resignation comes within hours of his testimony in a hearing on Capitol Hill. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2026/04/16/ice-acting-director-todd-lyons-will-resign-homeland-security-says/89653062007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/
From USA TODAY. Of course Brenda Song had to include her "Suite Life" twins in her Disney Mount Rushmore!
From USA TODAY. Wildfire season is already off to an early and dangerous start across the U.S., with more than 1.6 million acres burned — far above the 10-year average. Experts warn the months ahead could bring more large, destructive fires. At the same time, the Trump administration is planning a major overhaul of the…
From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump described a recent DoorDash delivery to the oval office as "a little tacky." The delivery was planned with DoorDash to commemorate one year of No Tax on Tips. READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2026/04/14/has-doordash-grandma-appeared-with-other-gop-leaders-what-to-know/89602972007/
From USA TODAY. Democrat Analilia Mejia has won the special election to fill the empty 11th Congressional District seat representing northern New Jersey. READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/16/new-jersey-special-election-live-updates-results–live/89633276007/
From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump is expected to participate in a roundtable discussion covering tax policy on April 16 in Las Vegas. More on Trump: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2026/04/14/donald-trump-mcdonalds/89603970007/ 🎥: POOL Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/
From USA TODAY. The University of Calgary, whose mascot is a T.rex, decided to celebrate its anniversary in prehistoric proportions. See how the university broke a world record with this "dino-mite" gathering.
From USA TODAY. Aerial footage captured video of severe weather across Michigan.
From USA TODAY. Drone footage captured the extent of dramatic flooding in parts of Michigan. At least 14 bridges across eight Michigan counties have closed or failed as of Thursday afternoon, April 16, due to recent flooding, according to a Department of Transportation spokesperson.
From USA TODAY. How do you build an iconic American brand? Harley-Davidson’s origin story began with two friends, a shed in Milwaukee and a tricycle. READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/usa250/2026/04/15/harley-davidson-shaped-american-motorcyle-culture/88967027007/
From USA TODAY. An NYPD officer on horseback successfully chased down a suspected purse thief in New York City, capturing the pursuit on bodycam.
From USA TODAY. "They want me." President Trump said that he would go to Pakistan, where negotiations have been taking place, to seal a peace deal with Iran.
From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House he’s "all about the gospel" while addressing a question about comments from the Pope and Catholic leaders. Trump’s comments came on the heels of a pair of social media posts featuring AI-generated images of Trump and Jesus Christ
From USA TODAY. New York City’s Mayor Zohran Mamdani announces a plan to tax the rich via pied-à-terre tax.
From USA TODAY. Popcorn, anyone? It’s impossible to say no when it’s served in such creative popcorn buckets. USA TODAY saw some of the coolest popcorn bucket designs at CinemaCon in Las Vegas.