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Powerball jackpot jumps to $935 million after no tickets match Wednesday's winning numbers
If you missed out on this week's $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot, you still have a chance to become fabulously wealthy on Saturday night. No ticket had Wednesday's winning numbers: 37, 46, 57, 60, 66 and bonus number 8. The Powerball jackpot was last hit on Jan. 1.
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Former Sen. Joe Lieberman dies at 82
Former Sen. Joe Lieberman has died, his family announced Wednesday. Lieberman died in New York City "due to complications from a fall," his family said in a statement. Lieberman, a prominent Jewish politician who represented Connecticut, was Al Gore's running mate on the Democratic ticket in 2000.
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California State Bar recommends ex-Trump attorney John Eastman be disbarred for 2020 election efforts
The California State Bar has recommended that former Trump election attorney John Eastman be disbarred, a judge said in a filing on Wednesday. Eastman was charged with multiple disciplinary counts by the State Bar of California last January from allegations that Eastman engaged in "a course of conduct to plan, promote, and assist then-President Trump in executing a strategy, unsupported by facts or law, to overturn the legitimate results of the 2020 presidential election." "Eastman's wrongdoin
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Prosecutors seeking 2.5-year prison sentence for former Spain soccer chief over World Cup kiss
Prosecutors are seeking a two-and-a-half-year prison sentence for Spain's former soccer chief, Luis Rubiales, who may stand trial over a nonconsensual kiss at the Women's World Cup last year, the Madrid prosecutor's office confirmed to ABC News. Rubiales kissed Spanish soccer player Jennifer Hermoso on the lips without her consent during the team's trophy ceremony following Spain's 1-0 win against England on Aug. 20, 2023. The former Spanish soccer federation president was banned in October 20
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Chris Christie won't run third-party with No Labels against Trump in 2024 race
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie won't run against Donald Trump on a third-party "unity" ticket with No Labels in the 2024 presidential race, he said on Wednesday. Christie had challenged the former president for the Republican nomination but exited the race in January. "While I believe this is a conversation that needs to be had with the American people, I also believe that if there is not a pathway to win and if my candidacy in any way, shape or form would help Donald Trump become presi
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The dangers of disturbing videos: How to protect yourself and your family
Videos and images of the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore have become ubiquitous in the past few days and may cause strong emotions in some - but mental health professionals say there are some things you can do to help protect your mental health and cope with this tragedy in a healthy way. "People can be vicariously traumatized from watching videos of disasters over and over again, especially kids and adolescents," states Dr. George Everly, an associate professor of psychiatry and adjunct profe
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Fani Willis vows nothing 'will derail' Trump's election interference trial
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis vowed to bring former President Donald Trump's Georgia election interference case to trial in a letter to House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, arguing that her office has fully complied with a congressional subpoena related to a federal funding probe. The GOP-led House Judiciary Committee in February issued a subpoena to Willis for documents related to her office's use of federal funds intended to support at-risk youth, according to a copy of
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Baltimore's Key Bridge may have lacked collision protective measures for modern cargo ships: Experts
In the wake of the collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, engineering and infrastructure policy experts explained the critical need for bridge reform in the United States and an international standard for large cargo ships. The Key Bridge partially collapsed early Tuesday morning after a massive cargo ship collided with one of the bridge's support columns, sending vehicles into the Patapsco River below and leaving six people unaccounted for, according to officials. The investigation
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Transit officials approve New York City traffic congestion fee
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) on Wednesday approved a new $15 toll for passenger cars driving into the heart of Manhattan, making New York City the first city in the nation to approve congestion pricing. Traffic on the West Side Highway and FDR Drive – major riverside parkways bordering Manhattan on the west and east sides, respectively – will be exempt. "This program will reduce traffic in Manhattan's central business district, reduce pollution, and provide critical funding
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Man sentenced to 11 months in prison for voicemail threats to Nancy Pelosi, Alejandro Mayorkas: DOJ
A California man was sentenced to 11 months in prison for making threatening calls to former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the Justice Department announced Wednesday. David Carrier, 44, of Concord, had pleaded guilty to two counts of making threats against public officials in December 2023. Federal prosecutors had only sought a sentence of four years of probation for Carrier, noting he quickly accepted guilt and acknowledged his "lapse of judgme
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Israel agrees to reschedule delegation visit to the White House: US official
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to reschedule his delegation's visit to the White House after he canceled the trip on Monday, a U.S. official told ABC News on Wednesday. Israel pulled its delegation earlier this week after the U.S. allowed, through abstention, for the U.N. Security Council to adopt a resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza for the remaining days of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan -- and potentially longer. The resolution called f
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There's a long road ahead to cleaning up Baltimore's Key Bridge collapse: Not 'quick or easy or cheap'
In the wake of the Francis Scott Key Bridge's partial collapse in Baltimore on Tuesday, "Rebuilding will not be quick or easy or cheap," Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said. "But we will get it done," he told reporters at a White House press briefing on Wednesday.
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Total solar eclipse could cause air travel delays: FAA
A total solar eclipse set to deliver a stunning display in the sky on April 8 could be trouble for some air travelers and pilots due to possible flight delays, the Federal Aviation Administration warned. The eclipse -- which will pass over Mexico, the United States and Canada -- is expected to impact air traffic and airports along the eclipse's path from April 7 until April 10, the FAA said in a notice about special air traffic procedures. This could mean delays for air travelers, too -- espec
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After HBCU administrator's suicide, alumni have 'no confidence' in leadership
Lincoln University's alumni association has issued a statement of "no confidence" in the HBCU's Board of Curators after it reinstated President John Moseley, who was on paid, administrative leave while under investigation following the suicide of a school administrator. University alum and vice president of student affairs Antoinette "Bonnie" Candia-Bailey died by suicide on Jan. 8. Candia-Bailey had accused Moseley of bullying, harassment and discrimination in a letter obtained by ABC News fo
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Debate about safety of synthetic turf and 'forever chemicals' raises concerns for some
The grass may be greener if it's made of synthetic turf, but some communities are raising concerns about "forever chemicals" that may be found in many of the faux fields. "Think about the wisdom of putting down acres of plastic in the year 2024... and then allowing athletes to go play on that for hours a week," Dr. Kyla Bennett, director of science policy for advocacy group Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER), told ABC News. A number of synthetic turf fields in use today a
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AI could eliminate nearly 8 million jobs in UK, study shows
Artificial intelligence could eliminate up to nearly 8 million jobs in the United Kingdom, according to a new study, which cautions that women and early-career employees are most at risk of being put out of work. Government policy, however, could allow the U.K. to avert job losses and harness AI for a breakneck economic surge, according to the left-leaning Institute for Public Policy Research, the think tank that authored the report. “The world of knowledge work will be transformed by generati
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More than 1 billion meals were wasted per day in 2022, according to new UN report
Global households are discarding an exorbitant amount of food every year, despite food insecurity remaining one of the top concerns in several regions around the world, according to a new report by the United Nations Environment Programme. Households across all continents wasted more than 1 billion meals per day in 2022, according to the UNEP's Food Waste Index Report, released Wednesday. The annual cost of the food wasted is estimated to be worth more than $1 trillion and weigh in at 1.05 bil
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'Racism is real ... and it's awful,' Utah Women's basketball coach says after team says they faced harassment on night out
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, city leaders have launched an investigation after members of the Utah women's basketball team say they were subjected to racial slurs from two men who also taunted them using their trucks as players were stepping out for a meal. "The incident caused a well-founded fear among the players," the report said. Utah's women's basketball Head Coach Lynne Roberts addressed the incident involving her players in a post-game press conference Monday night, saying it was "upsetting" f
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Ticket sold in New Jersey matches all Mega Millions winning numbers for $1.13 billion prize
A single ticket sold in New Jersey had all of the winning numbers in Tuesday evening's drawing for the Mega Millions $1.3 billion jackpot. The winning numbers were 7, 11, 22, 29, 38 and gold Mega Ball 4. This is the sixth time the Mega Millions jackpot prize has surpassed $1 billion.
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NBC dropping former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel as a contributor
Amid outcry from some of their top talent, NBC News is dropping former Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel as a contributor, according to a network memo sent Tuesday. McDaniel stepped down at the RNC last month and was replaced by two new leaders, including former President Donald Trump's daughter-in-law.
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NFL mock draft: Trades galore as one of the best QB prospects slides outside the top 10
Charles McDonald and Nate Tice's latest mock draft has five quarterbacks off the board in the top 13, a big-time weapon for Aaron Rodgers and some steals in the second half of the first round.
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Draymond Green ejected less than 4 minutes into Warriors vs. Magic after arguing with official
Stephen Curry appeared to fight tears as he reacted to the ejection.
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Longtime ESPN anchor John Anderson says he's retiring from 'SportsCenter:' 'The operation has changed'
Anderson has been hosting "SportsCenter" since 1999.
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Draymond Green pulls Heat's Patty Mills down by the neck in latest questionable incident
Officials ruled Green's actions only a common foul.
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76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. confronts officials after missed call on final play in loss to Clippers
"You're a b*tch. You’re a b*tch. You’re a b*tch," Oubre told each official after the defeat.
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Steve Belichick roasts father Bill in very Belichick-ian fashion
"I got a job, he doesn't."
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Ex-Jaguars employee who once hacked team's Jumbotron sentenced to 220 years in prison for child molestation
The FBI searched Samuel Arthur Thompson's home after figuring out he hacked the Jaguars' jumbotron. What they found next was awful.
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Caitlin Clark offered 'pathbreaking' $5M contract by Ice Cube's BIG3 basketball league
Ice Cube sees the BIG3 as an offseason alternative for WNBA players to make money, instead of traveling overseas.
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Yankees reportedly acquire INF Jon Berti from Marlins after losing DJ LeMahieu to foot injury
The Yankees shored up their infield one day before Opening Day.
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Duke commit Cooper Flagg named Gatorade National Boys Basketball Player of the Year
The 6-foot-9 senior is the early projected No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
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2024 Fantasy Baseball predictions for every National League team
After sharing his boldest takes for the American League, Dalton Del Don reveals his fantasy predictions for the Senior Circuit.
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2024 Fantasy Baseball: Stars who have us worried this season
These big-name players carry an alarming level of risk this fantasy baseball season. Here's who to think twice about.
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Here are the 2025 Volkswagen ID.7's standard features
Due out later in 2024, the 2025 Volkswagen ID.7 will be offered with rear- or all-wheel-drive, and it will be available in two trim levels.
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2024 Fantasy Baseball: Our favorite comeback player for the season
Everyone loves a good comeback story. The Yahoo Fantasy baseball crew reveals whom they think is about to set things right in 2024.
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2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E reportedly gets another price adjustment to keep it competitive
A dealer bulletin reportedly shows pricing for the 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E is no more than $1,600 above the discounted prices for the 2023 model year.
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Gogglebox stars who are no longer with us
Following the tragic death of George Gilbey aged just 40 we look back at the other stars of the Channel 4 TV show who have passed away.
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MLB Opening Day 2024: Picks for division winners, World Series champion, Cy Young, MVP, Shohei Ohtani and more
With 26 of 30 teams in action Thursday, our experts make their predictions for the season.
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Washington’s next test: Funding Ukraine to stop Putin
It's way overdue, but Congress may finally try once again to check Vladimir Putin's dictatorial ambitions in Ukraine.
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It's now or never for the Suns and their Big Three gamble
Phoenix went all-in to build a championship contender, but Kevin Durant and Co. are headed toward the play-in unless they can catch a rhythm down the stretch.
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2024 Fantasy Baseball predictions for every American League team
Fantasy baseball analyst Dalton Del Don delivers his boldest takes for the American League — and he thinks a top-five draft pick is set to win MVP.
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NFL free agency: Jadevon Clowney signing with Panthers and more news, updates
Follow all the developments right here with Yahoo Sports.
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March Madness: North Carolina's Armando Bacot received ‘probably 100 DMs’ from bettors after Michigan State win
“I guess I didn’t hit the over.”
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Dodgers C Will Smith agrees to 10-year, $140 million extension
The Los Angeles Dodgers plan to have Will Smith behind the plate for a very long time.
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GM will be executing on its EV ambitions in 2024, says CEO Mary Barra
General Motors chair and CEO Mary Barra tells Yahoo Finance this is the year of executing on big goals.
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Lionel Messi on retirement talk: 'If I feel good, I will always try to continue competing'
Messi will have a busy 2024 as he looks to deliver titles for Inter Miami and Argentina.
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March Madness: Terrence Shannon, Illinois still staying quiet about pending rape case ahead of Sweet 16
Since he returned to the court after winning an injunction in January, Terrence Shannon has not addressed the media due to his pending legal case in Kansas.
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The NFL is going down a bad road with its Christmas games on a Wednesday
The NFL avoided games on Christmas and Wednesday for decades.
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BetMGM's NFL season win totals for 2024 season are highest on Ravens, Chiefs, 49ers
BetMGM released its NFL season win totals on Wednesday.
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The top 50 people who will impact the 2024 MLB season: Nos. 25-1
From the Las Vegas mayor to a certain designated hitter, these are the individuals who will determine how the 2024 season plays out.
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Sam Bankman-Fried is about to learn how much prison time he gets for FTX crimes
Prosecutors want Sam Bankman-Fried to get a prison sentence of 40 to 50 years, while Bankman-Fried's lawyers asked for six and a half years. A judge will decide Thursday.
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