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Alleged correspondents' dinner shooter Cole Allen to stay in custody

By upi.com | | 4/30/2026 1:44 PM

The man accused of an assassination attempt on President Donald Trump and the Correspondents Dinner will stay in custody. ... Read full Story

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Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern resubmit railroad merger proposal

By upi.com | | 4/30/2026 12:15 PM

The Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern corporations announced Thursday a new merger proposal. ... Read full Story

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Maine Gov. Janet Mills drops out of Senate race

By upi.com | | 4/30/2026 12:02 PM

Maine Gov. Janet Mills dropped out of the race for Senate Thursday, saying she just couldn't raise enough money to fight off a strong challenger. ... Read full Story

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PCE: Fed's choice inflation gauge rises to 3.2% for March

By upi.com | | 4/30/2026 11:24 AM

The personal consumption expenditures index increased by 3.5% on an annual basis in March, the highest rate of inflation since 2023, the BEA reports. ... Read full Story

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Sheriff, CFO charged in New Orleans jailbreak

By upi.com | | 4/30/2026 10:13 AM

A New Orleans sheriff and her jail's chief financial officer face multiple charges relating to a May 2025 escape of 10 inmates. ... Read full Story

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Google Doodle spotlights iconic U.S. road Route 66

By upi.com | | 4/30/2026 7:38 AM

Thursday's Google Doodle spotlights the iconic U.S. road Route 66, which runs from Chicago to Santa Monica, on its 100th birthday. ... Read full Story

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Appeals court rejects Trump request to hear Carroll defamation case

By upi.com | | 4/30/2026 2:06 AM

A federal appeals court rejected Donald Trump's request to rehear his appeal of an $83.3 million defamation judgment awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll ... Read full Story

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High court weighs temporary protected status for Haitian, Syrian people

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 6:55 PM

Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday about temporary protected status for Syrian and Haitian nationals living under temporary protected status. ... Read full Story

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Florida legislature OKs congressional map, sends to Gov. DeSantis to sign

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 5:40 PM

The Florida legislature approved a new congressional map proposed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday. ... Read full Story

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Lawmakers grill Pete Hegseth over Iran war in defense budget hearing

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 3:48 PM

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth appeared on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, where he faced questions from skeptical lawmakers about the war in Iran. ... Read full Story

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Artemis II crew visits with Trump in the Oval Office

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 3:43 PM

Artemis II astronauts visited the White House on Wednesday to meet with President Trump, who praised their bravery for their trip around the moon. ... Read full Story

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Warsh, Trump pick for Fed Reserve chairman, advances to final vote

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 3:42 PM

Kevin Warsh, President Trump's pick for chairman of the Federal Reserve, cleared another hurdle Wednesday, with his nomination going to the full Senate. ... Read full Story

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State Department to issue passports with image of Trump

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 3:04 PM

The State Department will issue new "limited-edition" passports with President Donald Trump's image in the front cover with a gold-inked signature. ... Read full Story

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Families of Canadian school shooting victims sue OpenAI, CEO Sam Altman

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 2:53 PM

The families of those killed or injured in a February shooting in Canada filed lawsuits against OpenAI and its CEO on Wednesday in a California court. ... Read full Story

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Supreme Court rules against Louisiana's congressional map

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 1:44 PM

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against Louisiana's newly drawn congressional map Wednesday, saying it relied too heavily on race. ... Read full Story

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King Charles III, Queen Camilla to visit 9/11 memorial in New York

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 12:55 PM

Britain's King Charles II and Queen Camilla will visit the 9/11 memorial and meet with victims' families and first responders in New York City. ... Read full Story

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Federal Reserve to announce latest interest rate decision

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 11:19 AM

Economists expect Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell will announce another hold on interest rates on Wednesday as his term nears its end. ... Read full Story

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Trump says Iran ‘better get smart soon;’ oil hits $115 per barrel

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 10:23 AM

The price of Brent crude oil passed $115 per barrel Wednesday while President Donald Trump urged Iran on social media to agree to a nuclear deal. ... Read full Story

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Businesses 'very pleased' IEEPA tariff refund process has begun

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 9:34 AM

The government portal for submitting tariff refund claims has been open for about a week after some importers were unsure it would ever happen. ... Read full Story

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Judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit demanding Arizona voter rolls

By upi.com | | 4/29/2026 9:25 AM

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by the Department of Justice that sought Arizona's voter registration rolls. ... Read full Story

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Miley Cyrus' Oscars 2025 Hair Would Have Been Perfect If Not For One Fatal Flaw

by The List | Mar 02 2025

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For Sen. Martin Looney, the House makes an exception

by CT Mirror | May 06 2026

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Lindsey Vonn Says She Still Feels 29—Here’s What She’s Doing Differently

by thehealthy.com | Apr 15 2026

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Experimental hair loss pill just cleared a major hurdle — when it could hit shelves

by NY Post | May 05 2026

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10 Dollar Tree Must-Haves That Will Declutter Your Pantry

by The Daily Meal | May 05 2026

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Saudi Fund to Back Away From LIV Golf Under Mounting Financial Pressures

by NY Times | Apr 15 2026

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Forgot Your Wi-Fi Password? Here's How to Find It on Mac and Windows

by CNET | May 05 2026

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Long Island University hit with 3-year NCAA probation for widespread eligibility violations

by greaterlongisland.com | May 05 2026

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10 Signs You’re More Resilient Than You Think, According to Experts

by thehealthy.com | May 03 2026

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2026 Primary: 8th Congressional District

by NJ Spotlight | May 05 2026

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I Prioritized Protein at Every Meal for a Month—Here’s How It Affected My Body

by thehealthy.com | Apr 07 2026

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Boston bakery pleads for return of giant ice cream cone mascot

by United Press International, Inc. | May 05 2026

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Fire union chief’s lawsuit against Karen Bass an overdue public service

by New York Post | May 05 2026

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Pelé's life in pictures

by CNN | Apr 16 2023

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2.5 GW ‘gas-plus-nuclear’ plant in Texas aims to fast-track power for AI demand

by Interesting Engineering | May 05 2026

Word of the Day

flamboyant

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for May 6, 2026 is:

flamboyant • \flam-BOY-ant\ • adjective

Someone or something described as flamboyant has a very noticeable quality that attracts a lot of attention. Such a person or thing is often strikingly elaborate or colorful in their behavior or display.

// Reality television attracts millions of viewers for its depictions of flamboyant, larger-than-life personalities living equally flamboyant lifestyles.

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Examples:

“[Helen] McCrory’s flamboyant and perfectly drawn portrayal of Polly was the show’s real treasure, a steel-willed matriarch unusually attuned to the mysticism of the Shelby family’s Romani roots who also served as a ruthlessly pragmatic consigliere. ... McCrory’s Polly was so electric that the show remained totally riveting any time she was onscreen.” — Jack Hamilton, Slate, 20 Mar. 2026

Did you know?

Associate the word flamboyant with bananas flambé and the word’s fiery etymology will be seared in your mind. Flamboyant, which was borrowed into English from French in the 19th century, can be traced back to the Old French word flambe, meaning “flame.” In its earliest uses flamboyant referred to an ornate style of Gothic architecture popular in France and Spain, which featured waving curves suggestive of flames. Eventually, the word developed a more general second sense for anything eye-catching or showy. And of course, flambe is also the origin of the English adjective flambé, which describes food flamboyantly dressed or served with flaming liquor.

Alleged correspondents' dinner shooter Cole Allen to stay in custody

Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern resubmit railroad merger proposal

Maine Gov. Janet Mills drops out of Senate race

PCE: Fed's choice inflation gauge rises to 3.2% for March

Sheriff, CFO charged in New Orleans jailbreak

Google Doodle spotlights iconic U.S. road Route 66

Appeals court rejects Trump request to hear Carroll defamation case

High court weighs temporary protected status for Haitian, Syrian people

Florida legislature OKs congressional map, sends to Gov. DeSantis to sign

Lawmakers grill Pete Hegseth over Iran war in defense budget hearing

Artemis II crew visits with Trump in the Oval Office

Warsh, Trump pick for Fed Reserve chairman, advances to final vote

State Department to issue passports with image of Trump

Families of Canadian school shooting victims sue OpenAI, CEO Sam Altman

Supreme Court rules against Louisiana's congressional map

King Charles III, Queen Camilla to visit 9/11 memorial in New York

Federal Reserve to announce latest interest rate decision

Trump says Iran ‘better get smart soon;’ oil hits $115 per barrel

Businesses 'very pleased' IEEPA tariff refund process has begun

Judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit demanding Arizona voter rolls

USA Government

Miley Cyrus' Oscars 2025 Hair Would Have Been Perfect If Not For One Fatal Flaw

For Sen. Martin Looney, the House makes an exception

Lindsey Vonn Says She Still Feels 29—Here’s What She’s Doing Differently

Experimental hair loss pill just cleared a major hurdle — when it could hit shelves

10 Dollar Tree Must-Haves That Will Declutter Your Pantry

Saudi Fund to Back Away From LIV Golf Under Mounting Financial Pressures

Forgot Your Wi-Fi Password? Here's How to Find It on Mac and Windows

Long Island University hit with 3-year NCAA probation for widespread eligibility violations

10 Signs You’re More Resilient Than You Think, According to Experts

2026 Primary: 8th Congressional District

I Prioritized Protein at Every Meal for a Month—Here’s How It Affected My Body

Boston bakery pleads for return of giant ice cream cone mascot

Fire union chief’s lawsuit against Karen Bass an overdue public service

Pelé's life in pictures

2.5 GW ‘gas-plus-nuclear’ plant in Texas aims to fast-track power for AI demand

Word of the Day

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4.Loose dog joins runners in Indianapolis mini-marathon

5.Watch: Loose goat moves into Massachusetts woman's yard

6.Wallaby captured after escape from New Jersey zoo

7.Watch: Large python found perched on AC unit inside home

8.Virginia Lottery player wins wife a $986,399 birthday gift

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