The Trump administration said it cannot comply with a federal judge’s order to release $2 billion in foreign aid funding by midnight, as it will take “weeks” to free up the money. The government estimated it could release only $15 million by the deadline, prompting aid groups to argue that the freeze has led to layoffs and threats. The judge rejected the government’s request to stay the order, questioning why compliance would take so long and urging immediate action.
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Roy Ayers, legendary ‘Everyone Loves the Sunshine’ musician, dies at 84
Roy Ayers, the legendary vibraphonist and musician known for his album "Everybody Loves the Sunshine," has passed away at the age of 84 in New York City after a long illness. His family announced the news on Facebook, expressing their great sadness and asking for privacy as they plan a celebration of his life. Ayers, who started playing the vibraphones at age 17, had a career spanning over six decades and was a pioneer in...
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