No injuries reported from fire on Delta plane at Florida airport

Rise in Psilocybin Use Among AmericansPsilocybin use in the U.S. has increased since 2019, according to a report in the Annals of Internal Medicine, with changes in public perception and decriminalization driving this trend. The study found that 12% of adults reported ever using psilocybin in 2023, with significant rises among younger populations; however, overall use remains low. Calls to poison control centers have also surged, particularly among children, raising concerns about unregulated access to...

A jury has been selected for the retrial of Karen Read, charged with second-degree murder in the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, who was found dead in January 2022 due to hypothermia and blunt-force trauma. Read's first trial ended in a hung jury last summer, with allegations of law enforcement misconduct surfacing during the proceedings. The retrial, which begins with opening statements on Tuesday, follows a controversial investigation and prosecution, including...

Pope Francis, who passed away at 88 due to a stroke and heart failure, is being remembered for his groundbreaking virtual town hall in 2015, which showcased his commitment to connecting with followers through technology. The event marked the first direct dialogue between a pope and Americans via satellite, where Francis engaged with participants, offering encouragement and warmth, leaving a lasting impact on attendees like Valerie Herrera and Ricardo Ortiz. This town hall exemplifies Francis'...

A town hall hosted by Rep. Byron Donalds in Estero, Florida, turned chaotic as audience members interrupted him over various topics, including Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency and the Israel-Hamas war, leading to the removal of two protesters. Donalds, who is campaigning for the Florida governorship, described the interruptions as "rude" and "disrespectful," while he defended Trump administration policies amidst boos and cheers from the crowd. This event reflects a growing trend of contentious...

Summary The U.S. Education Department will begin collecting payments for student loans in default, starting May 5, with involuntary collections through the Treasury's offset program, potentially affecting millions of borrowers. With over 5 million borrowers currently in default and 4 million more expected soon, the department emphasized that no mass loan forgiveness will occur, following previous failed efforts during the Biden administration. Education Secretary Linda McMahon stated the department will manage the program responsibly, focusing...

SummarySecretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's chief of staff, Joe Kasper, is transitioning to a new role at the Pentagon following recent staffing upheavals that included the firing of key aides amid a leak investigation. The dismissed officials expressed disappointment over the lack of clarity regarding the investigation's specifics. Meanwhile, Hegseth faced scrutiny for sharing sensitive information in a group chat, though he and a Pentagon spokesperson stated that no classified details were disclosed, with President...