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  • Fire hits Aston Township rec club as UK politics tangles over Trump ties and Badenoch cover-up claims, while Richard Keys and Tiger Woods face relationship fallout
    Fire Damages Aston Township Building Housing a Recreation Club, Officials Say
    A fire tore through a building housing the Green Ridge Recreation Club on the 2200 block of Dutton Mill Road in Aston Township, Delaware County. Crews responded before 2 a.m. Sunday, found smoke pouring from the building, and extinguished the blaze with no reported injuries. The cause and extent of the damage had not been released as of about 7 a.m., and an investigation is ongoing.
    Richard Keys denies leaving his ex-wife while she was seriously ill with cancer
    Broadcaster Richard Keys has disputed longstanding claims about his split from ex-wife Julia, saying her thyroid cancer was treated in 2008–09—years before their 2016 separation—and that he supported her through treatment and surgery. He also rejected allegations that he pressured his current wife, Lucie Rose, who is 31 years younger, and said portrayals of their relationship and her connection to his daughter are inaccurate. Julia has previously described the marriage ending after Keys’s affair and wrote about facing multiple family crises, including cancer, in her 2018 book.
    A GB News question to Donald Trump highlighted tensions for Keir Starmer over the UK-US relationship
    Donald Trump used a GB News press-conference exchange to criticise Keir Starmer’s Labour government, calling its approach on Iran, the Chagos Islands/Diego Garcia and closer EU alignment a “big mistake” that could weaken the UK’s standing with Washington. He argued Britain’s military offers came too late in a recent Iran-related episode, questioned the Chagos transfer for introducing uncertainty around the joint base, and warned US support would be more conditional if the UK is seen as less strategically reliable.
    Badenoch calls for cutting taxes on energy bills before providing bailouts
    Kemi Badenoch says the government should reduce taxes on energy bills ahead of any bailout-style support. She does not rule out direct payments to households if bills rise sharply, but warns such measures would have fiscal costs.
    Kemi Badenoch accuses Labour of a cover-up over Morgan McSweeney’s missing phones
    Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has alleged the government is covering up the disappearance of mobile phones belonging to the Prime Minister’s chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, calling the situation suspicious and raising national security concerns about who could have accessed the devices. She also criticised gaps in released documents tied to the Mandelson files, warned that messages and evidence could be disappearing, and said Conservative pressure forced fuller compliance with a parliamentary request for information. In the same remarks, she pushed for renewed North Sea oil and gas drilling, urged ministers not to dilute immigration measures, and acknowledged past Conservative responsibility for high migration levels.
    Tiger Woods reportedly confronted by girlfriend Vanessa Trump after arrest following car crash
    Tiger Woods was arrested in Florida after a two-vehicle rollover crash near his Jupiter-area home and faces charges including DUI, property damage, and refusing a urine test. Authorities said he was driving at high speed when he struck a trailer, causing his SUV to flip, though no one was injured. After posting bail, Woods reportedly returned home to a confrontation with girlfriend Vanessa Trump, who, according to a source, expressed strong disappointment and warned she may end the relationship unless he addresses his behavior and gets help.
    3 min
  • AI’s cyber‑arms race reshapes enterprise risk as Disney scraps a $1B OpenAI bet; Middle East powers meet in Pakistan amid US Iran ground‑ops planning; Derby car‑ramming arrest
    Where AI Labs Are Likely and Unlikely to Disrupt Cybersecurity
    Foundation Capital partner Sid Trivedi says AI labs are expanding into application security, but three structural barriers will keep them from easily entering certain cybersecurity markets. He argues those harder-to-enter areas are where the next wave of durable security companies will be built.
    AI vs. AI: The Future of Cyber Defense
    AI is speeding up both cyberattacks and defensive responses, turning cybersecurity into an AI-versus-AI contest. Segura’s Joe Carson argues that agentic AI should be used as a force multiplier to improve cyber resilience rather than replace people, and that organizations need responsible ways to deploy autonomous agents, drawing on lessons from Estonia.
    AI Agents Are Changing Enterprise Cybersecurity Risk
    As AI shifts from simple assistants to autonomous agents, enterprises are exposed to new cybersecurity risks tied to non-human identities and an expanding attack surface. Menlo Ventures partner Rama Sekhar argues that organizations need better visibility and governance over these agents, along with AI-powered remediation, to manage and reduce the emerging threats.
    Disney Drops Planned $1 Billion OpenAI Investment After Sora Is Shut Down
    Disney has abandoned a planned $1 billion investment and three-year licensing arrangement tied to OpenAI’s Sora video tool after OpenAI abruptly discontinued Sora shortly after a Disney-OpenAI meeting, leaving Disney’s team—and even some Sora staff—surprised. Sources say the deal never closed and no money changed hands, though the companies are still discussing potential alternative partnerships. The collapse eases internal and external concerns about IP protection, union backlash, and talent approvals, while also highlighting Hollywood’s dependence on unpredictable tech decisions, even as Disney says it remains interested in responsible AI collaborations.
    Regional powers to meet in Pakistan to discuss ending fighting in the Middle East
    Regional powers will meet in Islamabad on Sunday to discuss ending fighting in the Middle East, as about 2,500 U.S. Marines arrive in the region and Iran-backed Houthi forces join the monthlong conflict. Pakistan says Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt will send top diplomats, with Egypt pushing for direct U.S.-Iran dialogue. The escalation is disrupting oil and gas markets, global shipping, and air travel, with risks around the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb. Israel and the United States continue strikes on Iran; Iran is launching retaliatory attacks; and more than 3,000 people have been killed amid widening violence, including drone interceptions in Kuwait and attacks near U.S. sites in Iraq.
    US develops plans for possible ground operations in Iran as Trump sends thousands of Marines to the Middle East
    Pentagon officials have prepared options for ground operations in Iran that could last weeks, as additional U.S. soldiers and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit arrive in the Middle East amid escalating strikes. Plans under discussion reportedly include special forces raids and limited infantry missions, including a possible seizure of Kharg Island, Iran’s main oil export terminal, and strikes near the Strait of Hormuz. The White House said planning does not mean a decision has been made, while senior officials have suggested U.S. goals could be met without deploying ground troops, and military analysts warned such operations would carry significant risks and could raise U.S. casualties.
    Man arrested after car hits several pedestrians in Derby
    A man in his 30s has been arrested and remains in custody after a car struck several pedestrians in Derby city centre.
    3 min
  • RAF downs Iranian drones as Big Tech scrambles patches; Philly swings from “No Kings” rally to turnpike shooting and late‑March warmup; Vance dives into UFO “demons” talk; FBI’s Kash Patel pushes Swalwell files amid Chester vigil for 9‑year‑old Ny’Leek El
    RAF Regiment gunners earn “ace” status after downing Iranian drones
    For the first time in the RAF Regiment’s history, four gunners have been dubbed “aces” after taking out five or more Iranian drones, a title usually reserved for pilots. They used Rapid Sentry systems with Lightweight Multirole Missiles, early warning sensors, and electronic warfare to find, track, and destroy targets while operating under threat. Officials praised the performance and pointed to the regiment’s broader force protection and air base defence role.
    Microsoft and Oracle rush emergency patches, “predictable updates” takes another hit
    Microsoft pushed an out-of-band fix, KB5085516, for a sign-in failure caused by a recent mandatory Patch Tuesday update, which, in a fun twist, sometimes told users they had “no internet” while also locking them out of services. Oracle also fired off an emergency patch for CVE-2026-21992, a critical unauthenticated remote code execution flaw, CVSS 9.8, affecting Oracle Identity Manager and Oracle Fusion Middleware, exploitable over HTTP. Nothing says “trust our process” like sprinting after your own mistakes with a fire extinguisher.
    Philadelphia temperatures trend back toward normal, warmer days late March
    The Philadelphia region is expected to return to near-average temperatures on Sunday, with a warmer stretch arriving in the final days of March.
    VP JD Vance says he is “obsessed” with UFOs, floats “maybe demons” theory
    Vice President JD Vance said in an interview he wants to dig through government UFO files before leaving office, describing himself as “obsessed” with the topic. He also suggested any aliens involved might be “demons,” which is certainly one way to expand the investigative scope from “classified documents” to “the entire metaphysical situation.”
    Chester community honors Ny'Leek Ellison, 9, after death following 2025 hit-and-run
    Family, friends, and community members gathered in Chester, Pennsylvania, to honor 9-year-old Ny'Leek Ellison. He was remembered as a hometown hero after his death following paralysis caused by a 2025 hit-and-run.
    Thousands rally on Philadelphia’s Benjamin Franklin Parkway for “No Kings Day”
    Thousands of demonstrators gathered Saturday along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway as part of a nationwide protest called “No Kings Day.”
    Pennsylvania Turnpike westbound lanes shut down amid shooting investigation
    Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a shooting that forced the shutdown of a section of the westbound Pennsylvania Turnpike on Saturday evening near Tredyffrin Township.
    FBI Director Kash Patel reportedly pushes release of files tied to Swalwell inquiry
    Reports say FBI Director Kash Patel is pressing to release investigative files connected to an inquiry into Rep. Eric Swalwell’s interactions with a suspected Chinese spy. FBI staff in California have reportedly been told to gather the records and redact sensitive information ahead of any potential release.
    3 min
  • “No Kings” Anti-Trump Rallies Sweep U.S. as Marines Deploy to Middle East; Phillies Fall in 10, Philly Warms Up, Space Dice Kit Debuts
    Phillies go scoreless most of the day and lose to the Rangers in 10 innings
    On a cold day at Citizens Bank Park, the Phillies lost 5-4 to the Texas Rangers in 10 innings in Game 2. Philadelphia managed one hit through eight innings and trailed 3-0 entering the ninth, but scored three two-out runs to tie it after a Jake Burger error extended the inning, including an RBI double by Adolis Garcia and a two-run single from Brandon Marsh. Texas regained the lead with two runs in the 10th against closer Jhoan Duran, one on a wild pitch and one on a single, and Bryce Harper’s RBI single pulled the Phillies within one before Alec Bohm’s popup ended it. Aaron Nola allowed two homers over five innings, and Texas starter Jacob deGrom was scratched, but replacement Jacob Latz kept Philadelphia hitless for more than four innings; the Phillies are now 1-1.
    Protesters Join Thousands of “No Kings” Rallies Across the United States
    Demonstrators nationwide took part in thousands of “No Kings” rallies on Saturday, protesting President Donald Trump over issues including immigration enforcement and foreign policy. The main rally in St. Paul, Minnesota, focused on the impacts of a federal immigration crackdown known as “Operation Metro Surge,” including community trauma and the earlier deaths of two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis involving ICE agents. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz addressed the crowd and voiced support for immigrant communities, while performers including Bruce Springsteen appeared. Similar protests took place in cities such as Chicago and New York, with participants citing concerns about government spending, military action without congressional approval, and threats to democracy. The White House dismissed the rallies as inconsequential, while organizers said more than 3,200 events were planned.
    Marines arrive in the Middle East as the Pentagon deploys additional troops to the region
    Two U.S. naval vessels are bringing about 2,200 Marines into the area. The deployment came hours after a strike at a U.S. base injured dozens of U.S. service members.
    Philadelphia region to see more typical temperatures Sunday, followed by a late-March warmup
    The Philadelphia region is expected to return to near-average temperatures on Sunday, with a warmer trend arriving in the final days of March.
    Anti-Trump protesters call to abolish or defund police as officers escort their march in Washington, D.C.
    During a Saturday “No Kings” protest in Washington, D.C., demonstrators opposing President Donald Trump and criticizing ICE were filmed chanting slogans such as “abolish the police” and calling for cuts to the Metropolitan Police Department budget while uniformed officers escorted the march, managed traffic, and monitored from behind barricades. Additional footage showed some participants displaying communist symbols and a chalk message referencing “Nuremberg trials” and Stephen Miller. The “No Kings” organizers say the protests oppose authoritarianism, while the White House dismissed them as “Trump derangement therapy sessions.”
    Playful Space Dice Kit Highlights Clever Design
    Oskitone’s Space Dice is an educational DIY electronics kit that combines a vintage sci‑fi sound generator with an electronic six‑sided dice roller, built without any microcontroller. It uses just three CMOS logic chips to drive six LEDs and generate sound, including repurposing unused gates to boost the speaker output. The design also minimizes parts and avoids extra fasteners or adhesives, using a lever mechanism to connect a large external button to an offset PCB switch, and it includes step-by-step documentation with an evolving schematic. The kit is available to buy, with design files and guides also published online.
    “No Kings” protests across the United States rally against Donald Trump
    “No Kings” protests were held across the United States in opposition to Donald Trump. One of the main rallies took place in Minnesota, where singer Bruce Springsteen performed for the crowd.
    4 min
  • Iran Tensions Ripple Through UK Security and U.S. Economy as Midterms Spotlight Health Care, States Expand Psilocybin Therapy, and California Remains Case Shocks Rural Community
    California man charged after burned skull, skeletal remains found on rural property
    Authorities in Butte County say 52-year-old Joseph Dexter Taylor has been charged with murder and weapons offenses after deputies found a burned human skull and other skeletal remains on his Hurleton property. Investigators believe the remains may be 33-year-old Chris Kidwell, who had been living on Taylor’s land, with DNA confirmation pending. Officials allege evidence suggests Kidwell was shot before the body was burned. Taylor, already jailed on an unrelated felony warrant and facing pending arson cases in Lake County, pleaded not guilty March 26 and is being held without bail as the investigation continues.
    Herzog slams UK over alleged Iran-linked activity, cites disrupted plots and rising security fears
    Israeli President Isaac Herzog criticised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, claiming Britain is letting Iran operate on British soil “with impunity.” Herzog pointed to reports of 10 to 20 Iran-linked terrorism incidents in the past year and cited MI5’s statement that it has disrupted 20 potentially lethal Iran-backed plots since 2022. His comments followed a firebombing that destroyed Jewish community ambulances; two British nationals were arrested and later released on bail. The remarks come amid broader concern over surveillance of Jewish sites and rising antisemitic incidents. Herzog urged European governments to take Iranian military capabilities more seriously, citing a reported long-range missile launch toward the UK-US base on Diego Garcia, and warned against what he called European naivety about Tehran.
    Higher gas, higher borrowing costs, falling stocks hit Americans as Iran conflict drags on
    American consumers are facing a three-part economic squeeze as conflict involving Iran continues and midterms approach, with gasoline prices rising, borrowing costs staying high, and stock markets sliding. Average gas prices reportedly climbed from about $2.98 to $3.98, mortgage rates rose to around 6.38%, and major stock indexes fell roughly 7% about a month after U.S. military operations began, as oil markets were disrupted and traffic through the Strait of Hormuz dropped sharply. The spike is fueling expectations the Federal Reserve may delay rate cuts and could even raise rates, turning economic strain into a political flashpoint ahead of November.
    Health care affordability moves to center stage in U.S. midterm politics
    Analysts say rising health care costs are becoming a top pocketbook issue that could sway key midterm races, with KFF survey researchers finding many Americans worry more about paying for health care than for food or housing. Costs are motivating turnout and shaping vote choices, and Democrats currently hold a trust advantage on the issue. U.S. health spending reached $5.3 trillion in 2024, drug prices remain far higher than in other countries, and millions carry significant medical debt. Experts point to market consolidation, expiring ACA subsidies, and ongoing policy fights over subsidies and competition as major drivers.
    Psilocybin therapy expands in states despite federal illegality
    More Americans are receiving psilocybin-assisted treatment for depression and other conditions even though psilocybin remains illegal under federal law. Oregon reported 5,935 clients served through its state-regulated program in 2025, Colorado has begun licensing healing centers, and New Mexico is developing a medical psilocybin program. Researchers say high-dose psilocybin shows strong potential for depression and may help PTSD and addiction. Supporters note psilocybin has had FDA “breakthrough therapy” status for treatment-resistant depression since 2018, with potential submissions for approval expected in the next few years.
    4 min
  • Iran Strikes Injure U.S. Troops, MAGA Civil War Over War Talk (Rogan & Kelly Weigh In), CERN Trucks Antimatter, James Tolkan Dies at 94, Pope Leo XIV Calls for Peace in Monaco
    At Least 12 US Service Members Injured in Iranian Strikes Across the Region
    Iran launched ballistic missile and drone strikes on Saudi Arabia’s Prince Sultan Air Base on Friday, injuring at least 12 U.S. service members, including two reported to be seriously wounded. U.S. officials cited in reports said U.S. Air Force refueling aircraft were also significantly damaged, while Iran claimed it destroyed one aircraft and damaged three others, and released satellite images it said showed burning planes. The base near Riyadh hosts many of the roughly 2,700 U.S. troops stationed in Saudi Arabia. The reports come amid broader U.S.-Iran tensions, with recent missile activity also reported near the joint U.S.-U.K. base at Diego Garcia and ongoing U.S. statements about talks with Iran.
    CERN Successfully Transported Antimatter by Truck in a First-of-Its-Kind Test
    Transporting antimatter on a truck is tricky, but CERN’s “Antimatter in Motion” project has now done it, moving 92 antiprotons in a specially designed magnetic enclosure. The nearly six-foot-tall, 1,760-pound container held the particles in a vacuum chamber cooled to about −450°F. Researchers used a crane to load it onto a truck over roughly three hours, drove about 30 minutes around CERN’s campus, then returned the antiprotons to the lab; the trial went smoothly enough that they immediately repeated it. The goal is to prove antimatter can be safely transported to other European facilities for further research.
    Reports: At Least 12 U.S. Service Members Injured in Attack on Saudi Air Base
    At least 12 U.S. service members were wounded in an attack on Saudi Arabia’s Prince Sultan Air Base on Friday, up from earlier reports of 10 injured. The New York Times reported that two C-135 aerial refueling aircraft sustained significant damage, calling the strike a major breach of U.S. air defenses. The attack comes amid an ongoing war with Iran that began with joint U.S. and Israeli strikes; U.S. Central Command has said nearly 300 U.S. troops have been injured, including 225 traumatic brain injuries, and 13 have been killed. The broader conflict has caused large civilian casualties across the region, driven up energy prices after the Strait of Hormuz was closed, and generated an estimated $1.4 billion to $2.9 billion in battle damage and replacement costs, while a U.S. ceasefire proposal has been rejected by Iran.
    Megyn Kelly criticizes Trump allies for urging U.S. military action against Iran
    Conservative commentator Megyn Kelly said she is concerned that right-wing politicians and commentators are pressuring President Trump to launch military operations against Iran. She argued that if the situation deteriorates, the public should know who influenced the decision and what claims were used to persuade Trump that it was the right move.
    Iran Conflict Creates Tensions Between Trump and Younger MAGA Supporters
    Trump’s decision to join Israel in attacks on Iran has strengthened support among hawkish Republicans and many older backers, but it has alienated a segment of younger men who shifted toward the GOP in 2024. The divide is showing up among grassroots supporters, conservative media influencers, and some parts of the White House.
    Joe Rogan Criticizes the 'Make America Great Again' Movement
    On his podcast, Joe Rogan said he supports the idea of improving the country but criticized the "Make America Great Again" movement, describing many of its supporters as dull and unintelligent.
    "Back to the Future" and "Top Gun" actor James Tolkan dies at 94
    James Tolkan, known for roles in "Back to the Future" and "Top Gun," died in upstate New York at age 94. A Michigan native, he was also a U.S. Navy veteran.
    Pope Leo XIV Visits Monaco and Urges Justice and Peace
    During the first papal visit to Monaco since 1538, Pope Leo XIV called on the wealthy microstate to use its influence to promote justice, peace, and the common good.
    4 min
  • Police investigate Swedesboro home as historic silk mill fire leads to arrest; England-Uruguay draw marred by refereeing chaos; Great Salt Lake may hide vast aquifer; EU delays border checks again; darts teen Luke Littler files “Born to Win” trademark; UK
    Heavy police presence outside Swedesboro home as investigation unfolds
    Police and the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office are investigating a residence on the 300 block of Broad Street in Woolwich Township, with parts of the street temporarily closed while officers help residents access their homes. Authorities say there is no ongoing threat to the public, and a coroner was seen at the scene—because nothing says “normal Tuesday” like that little detail. The prosecutor’s office says further updates are coming.
    England vs Uruguay friendly ends 1-1, refereeing turns into a traveling circus
    England’s draw with Uruguay at Wembley was overshadowed by officiating confusion after Manuel Ugarte appeared to receive two yellow cards but was not sent off, then got substituted like the whole thing was a magic trick. Explanations reportedly shifted, including claims the first booking was meant for Jose Maria Gimenez. Add a VAR-awarded penalty and no red cards for challenges that infuriated players and Thomas Tuchel, and you have the classic modern football experience: high-definition chaos with a whistle.
    Great Salt Lake may sit above a vast underground freshwater reservoir
    Scientists using airborne electromagnetic surveys found evidence suggesting the Great Salt Lake could be underlain by a huge, miles-deep reservoir of freshwater saturating underground sediments. Researchers expected freshwater mostly near the edges, but signals indicating less-conductive water appeared widely, alongside signs the subsurface “basement” may drop to more than 2.5 miles deep. The survey covered only part of the lake, and the team says a full-lake scan is needed to estimate the reservoir’s size.
    EU border checks delayed again after technical issues
    New EU border checks have been delayed again due to technical problems, with the system no longer set to be fully implemented at Eurotunnel and the Port of Dover on 10 April. The future arrives eventually—just not on schedule, and certainly not after it has met an IT rollout.
    Darts star Luke Littler seeks “Born to Win” trademark, expands business ventures
    Teenage darts sensation Luke Littler, “The Nuke,” has applied to trademark “Born to Win” for commercial use including clothing and darts equipment. He has also registered D10 Card Collective Ltd for sports card trading and related retail, as prize money and sponsorships grow and high-value trading cards linked to him fetch big prices online. Capitalism loves a champion, preferably one young enough to be both brand and bedtime story.
    Two Eritrean men extradited from UK to Denmark over alleged gang rape
    Two Eritrean men, Awedin Fikak and Henok Tekleab, entered the UK asylum system after crossing the Channel in October 2024, while Danish police sought them over an alleged gang rape in Aarhus in August 2024. Danish authorities issued an international alert in September after CCTV identified them as suspects. Fikak was later arrested in Birmingham and challenged extradition, but UK courts approved it, and the Home Office said both men have been sent to Denmark to face trial.
    Gedit 50 released, project bans AI-generated contributions
    Following GNOME 50, Gedit 50 has launched with the team promising a faster, more frequent release schedule. The project also says it will no longer accept contributions produced with AI or large language models, a policy choice that will delight purists, annoy shortcut artists, and keep everyone arguing on the internet—which is the real open-source tradition.
    Arrest made after fire rips through historic former silk mill
    An arrest has been made after a major fire tore through a historic former silk mill that has been derelict since 2007 and associated with anti-social behaviour. The case highlights the familiar cycle of neglected buildings, predictable trouble, and authorities reacting once the smoke does the public relations.
    4 min
  • Houthis tout strikes on Israel as EU haggles trade perks; Amsterdam tests classical study boost; ageing inflammation worsens COVID/flu; fusion rocket hits plasma ignition; Itauma talks KOs; Navy trainee discrimination case tossed; March 28 birthdays & 200
    Houthis claim first direct strikes on Israeli military positions
    Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels say they’ve launched their first operation targeting Israeli military sites, pitching it as solidarity with Iran and Hezbollah. They also promise to keep going until Israel halts its offensives, because nothing says “regional stability” like another group announcing an open-ended forever-war subscription plan.
    EU charges ahead with trade talks, still lobbying for wine and cars (shocking)
    The EU is wrapping up trade negotiations with Mercosur, India, and Australia, largely sticking with its familiar playbook: push hard for better access for European wine and cars, then get protective about beef, because free trade is beautiful right up until it looks back at you from a pasture.
    Amsterdam uses live classical music to help students study
    Live classical music sessions in Amsterdam are helping students concentrate during exam season. Run by the Concertgebouw’s youth association, the events aim to support focused studying while gently recruiting younger audiences into classical music, a rare public service that does not involve an app, a subscription, or a grift.
    Heavyweight Moses Itauma says quick KOs are not the whole story
    Moses Itauma tells BBC Sport he’s not satisfied with being known only for fast knockouts across his 13-fight pro career. He wants to prove his all-round game, reflects on his family’s sacrifices, and calls Jermaine Franklin his toughest opponent so far, which is the polite boxer way of saying, “Finally, someone who doesn’t fall over immediately.”
    Royal Navy pilot trainee’s sex discrimination claim struck out over contractor status
    Hannah McCann, a Royal Navy pilot trainee, brought an employment tribunal claim against the UK Ministry of Defence alleging sex discrimination and harassment. She said a male instructor acted as a gatekeeper and failed to train her properly, contributing to her failing a final aptitude test in May 2023. The claim was struck out before a full hearing after the tribunal found the MoD was not vicariously liable because the instructor was a contractor supplied via Babcock, while the MoD retained final decision-making on trainee selection and withdrawal—an outcome that feels like accountability doing a perfect barrel roll away from the runway.
    Research suggests ageing inflammation helps explain worse COVID and flu outcomes in older adults
    New research points to ageing-related inflammation as a key factor behind why older adults face much higher risks from COVID and flu. Immune cells marked by the GZMK gene, first identified in severe COVID, may amplify harmful immune responses and worsen outcomes—basically your immune system getting older and deciding to “help” in the most counterproductive way possible.
    Pulsar Fusion claims plasma ignition in fusion rocket prototype
    UK startup Pulsar Fusion says it achieved the first plasma ignition inside a nuclear fusion rocket engine prototype, a milestone it claims could eventually cut Mars travel from months to a few weeks. The demo happened during a livestream at Amazon’s MARS Conference, and the company plans further upgrades, including stronger superconducting magnets to better contain and control the plasma—which is excellent news for anyone who’s ever thought, “What if we took the tech that is famously hard to control and then put it on a rocket?”
    March 28: notable birthdays
    March 28 birthdays include musician Lady Gaga (40) and actor Vince Vaughn (56).
    On this day: 2005 Sumatra earthquake
    On March 28, 2005, an 8.6-magnitude earthquake struck off Sumatra’s western coast, killing about 1,000 people and destroying hundreds of buildings.
    3 min
  • Dolby Suits Snapchat Over AV1 as House Scrambles DHS Funding, Fetterman Talks ICE Airports, Wintry Weekend Warms Up, Langhorne Turns 150, Tiger Woods DUI Crash, Iran Missile Hits U.S. Base, Tomahawks Run Low, and South Jersey Mourns Fred the Turkey
    AV1’s Open, Royalty-Free Claims Questioned After Dolby Sues Snapchat Over the Codec
    AV1 was created by the Alliance for Open Media as an open, royalty-free video codec alternative to standards like HEVC/H.265, but a new lawsuit from Dolby against Snap Inc. challenges that premise. Filed in federal court in Delaware, Dolby alleges that AV1 implementations infringe Dolby-held patents that were never agreed to be licensed royalty-free, arguing AV1 incorporates technologies also found in HEVC and therefore may carry third-party licensing obligations. Dolby is seeking a jury trial, a declaration that it has no FRAND duty to license the patents at issue, and an injunction to stop Snap’s alleged infringement.
    House Passes Eight-Week DHS Funding Bill After Rejecting Senate Agreement
    After rejecting a Senate-passed funding plan, the House on Friday approved a Republican bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security for eight weeks. GOP leaders opposed the Senate approach, and the House measure was framed to satisfy conservative immigration hardliners by keeping immigration enforcement funding in place, with Speaker Mike Johnson drawing praise from that wing for advancing it.
    Fetterman says ICE officers have improved operations at some airports
    Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) said the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers at U.S. airports appears to have improved some aspects of airport operations as a Department of Homeland Security shutdown disrupts travel. The remarks came after ICE officers were sent to more than a dozen airports amid Transportation Security Administration staffing shortages.
    AccuWeather Forecast: Windy, wintry conditions on Saturday followed by warmer weather
    AccuWeather reports that Saturday will feel wintry and windy, with wind chills remaining in the 20s and 30s, before a warming trend arrives afterward.
    Langhorne Borough, Pennsylvania, Marks Its 150th Anniversary
    Community members in Langhorne Borough, Pennsylvania, began celebrating the borough’s 150th anniversary on Friday night.
    Adhesive Rack Unit Indicators
    In a NANOG email, Pierre Lancastre says adhesive rack unit indicator labels are available in Québec, and notes that a similar product has been used in France by Equinox.
    Tiger Woods arrested and charged with DUI after rollover crash
    Tiger Woods was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after a rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, according to police.
    Iranian missile attack injures 10 U.S. service members at a base in Saudi Arabia
    An Iranian missile strike on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia on Friday injured 10 U.S. service members, according to multiple reports. A U.S. official said two of those injured were seriously hurt. The attack also damaged several U.S. refueling aircraft and multiple unmanned aerial vehicles.
    Report Says the U.S. Is Depleting Its Tomahawk Cruise Missile Stockpile Rapidly
    A report says Pentagon officials are increasingly concerned that Tomahawk cruise missile inventories are being used up quickly during U.S. operations against Iran, with more than 850 reportedly fired so far. With only a few hundred produced annually—some costing up to $3.6 million and taking up to two years to build—officials warned regional stocks are running low, raising broader worries about sustaining future high-intensity conflicts, including a possible Pacific scenario involving China and Taiwan, even as the White House has publicly downplayed any dangerous depletion.
    Adhesive Rack Unit Indicator Labels Availability
    Riley O notes that Chatsworth includes adhesive rack unit indicator labels with every cabinet, even though racks are often already numbered. They say they have about 50 rolls of leftover label tape from a previous project and suggest the labels can be purchased through Graybar or other Chatsworth suppliers as an accessory.
    South Jersey Community Mourns the Death of a Beloved Wild Turkey Named Fred
    A South Jersey community gathered on Friday to remember and mourn a well-known wild turkey named Fred.
    4 min
  • Arrests and manhunts in Philadelphia, GOP DHS funding brinkmanship, Iran threatens retaliation, Raphinha sidelined, and Big Tech’s performance/security scramble (MacBook cooling woes, Google post-quantum by 2029)
    Ex-deputy arrested on kidnapping charge after alleged on-duty sexual coercion
    Authorities say 22-year-old Travis Reynolds, a former Pima County Sheriff’s deputy, was arrested by Tucson Police and charged with kidnapping over alleged misconduct involving a female detainee he was transporting to the Pima County Jail. An interim complaint alleges he made sexual remarks, shared a vape pen, showed explicit videos, delayed booking, and pressured her to expose herself. Prosecutors cited a coercive power imbalance and said the victim fears retaliation, with jail surveillance reportedly corroborating parts of her account. The sheriff’s department confirmed Reynolds was terminated. A judge set a $200,000 bond with no-contact and weapons restrictions ahead of an April 6 preliminary hearing.
    House Republicans stall DHS funding deal, flirting with shutdown chaos
    House Republicans blocked a Senate compromise to fund the Department of Homeland Security, with Speaker Mike Johnson calling it inadequate and pushing a short-term measure instead. The dispute deepens the standoff with Democrats and raises shutdown risks that could disrupt TSA operations and worsen airport delays. Republicans including Chip Roy and Lauren Boebert criticized the Senate’s approach and timing, while negotiations continued without a clear resolution.
    Barcelona’s Raphinha ruled out at least five weeks with hamstring injury
    Barcelona said winger Raphinha has a right hamstring injury and is expected to miss at least five weeks.
    Philadelphia, man critically injured in Kensington stabbing, suspect sought
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