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“In a post on x Sunday, Swalwell said he was suspending a campaign that has been imploding since multiple women alleged that the San Francisco Bay Area Democrat had sexually forced himself on them. Swalwell had been gaining momentum in the race, winning key endorsements and leading other Democrats in pre election polls.”

“President Trump says the US Navy will block the Strait Of Hormuz from all ships, and the US military says that starts tomorrow. This after peace talks between The US and Iran and Pakistan yesterday failed to produce a deal.”

“For nearly a week, slow moving convoys of tractors and trucks have blocked major highways and roads across the country, including some of the busiest streets in Ireland's capital, Dublin. Protestors are demanding more support from the government as fuel prices continue to rise because of The US and Israel's war against Iran.”

“Rory McIlroy is donning a green jacket once again after winning the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Georgia, his second in a row. He held off challenges from several players in the final round, including Scottie Scheffler. McElroy now has won six majors.”

“First, Northwest blooms were teased open by a mild winter and warm spring temperatures. Then, whack, freezing temps hit, killing the blooms before they get pollinated. Matthew Whiting is a professor who specializes in cherry trees at Washington State University Research Station in Prosser.”

“In a post on x Sunday, Swalwell said he was suspending a campaign that has been imploding since multiple women alleged that the San Francisco Bay Area Democrat had sexually forced himself on them. Swalwell had been gaining momentum in the race, winning key endorsements and leading other Democrats in pre election polls.”

“President Trump says the US Navy will block the Strait Of Hormuz from all ships, and the US military says that starts tomorrow. This after peace talks between The US and Iran and Pakistan yesterday failed to produce a deal.”

“For nearly a week, slow moving convoys of tractors and trucks have blocked major highways and roads across the country, including some of the busiest streets in Ireland's capital, Dublin. Protestors are demanding more support from the government as fuel prices continue to rise because of The US and Israel's war against Iran.”

“Rory McIlroy is donning a green jacket once again after winning the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Georgia, his second in a row. He held off challenges from several players in the final round, including Scottie Scheffler. McElroy now has won six majors.”

“First, Northwest blooms were teased open by a mild winter and warm spring temperatures. Then, whack, freezing temps hit, killing the blooms before they get pollinated. Matthew Whiting is a professor who specializes in cherry trees at Washington State University Research Station in Prosser.”

“Trump warned NATO of a very bad future if allies do not help open up the Strait of Hormuz and said he may also delay a planned summit with President Xi. I think China could help, too, because China gets 90% of its oil from straits. It’s only appropriate that people who are the beneficiaries of the strait will help to make sure that nothing bad happens there.”

“Meta doesn't want to lay off 100 people, not 1,000 people. 20% of the workforce cut as AI infrastructure costs continue to soar across operations report. 20% of their employees, they're laying off because of AI costs? That's what they're saying. Everybody's blaming AI.”

“I know one of them is some good news for some of you guys that were having a hard time with the cost of renunciating your citizenship of $2,400. They're giving a massive, massive 80% discount to those who hate America and want to go to a different country. Life-changing news to those that want to leave America from $2,350 to $450.”

“Israel is saying they're putting boots on the ground in Lebanon. The war so far has cost $21 billion to all the people that are taxpayers. Wondering how much you have to pay up. That bill is coming here very soon. $21 billion thus far.”

“NATO's annual budget is 3.8 billion, US shares 16%, why? For what? Why are we given 16%? And by the way, we give you 16% and you want to come out and say you don't want to support? And you don't want to back us up if we're making the ask?”

“Iran shot down those two planes over southwestern Iran. That's near the Strait of Hormuz, the waterway controlled by Iran through which much of the world's oil supply passes, fighting there has led to really a spike in energy prices. These are the first US planes downed in this war, and it could mark a turning point.”

“Hundreds of TSA workers resigned during the recent pay disruption, and experts say it can take months to hire and train replacements. That means staffing levels can vary by airport and even by the time of day, creating unpredictable wait times for travelers.”

“Canadian space agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen said he was struck by seeing the Earth wax and wane as they traveled through space and their view of the planet changed. It was a half Earth, then it was a full Earth, and then it was a no Earth.”

“The Prime Minister warned of extremely difficult times ahead as the Iran war continues to affect oil costs, noting that current prices are almost double the estimates indicated in Senegal's current budget. Several African countries have put in place measures to try and mitigate the impact of increased oil prices, including reducing fuel taxes and increasing subsidies.”

“President Trump's new proposed 2027 budget is calling for more passenger screening at airports to be done by private companies instead of TSA agents, as is the case now. Supporters of the idea say it would ensure screeners continue to get paid during a government shutdown and the White House says it will save the federal government money and that privately operated screeners are more efficient.”