A Maine Republican state legislator is seeking a U.S. Supreme Court review after being censured by fellow lawmakers for her comments opposing transgender athletes. The lawmaker is asking the Court to reinstate her voting rights, which were revoked following the censure. The U.S. Navy’s upcoming DDG(X) warship, slated for deployment by the late 2030s, will feature cutting-edge capabilities including hypersonic missiles and laser weapons, as part of a next-generation destroyer designed to replace aging Arleigh Burke-class destroyers and Ticonderoga-class cruisers. Weighing approximately 13,500 tons, the DDG(X) will boast a large vertical launch system capable of future upgrades and advanced power systems to support directed energy weapons, ensuring the Navy maintains its technological edge, particularly in competition with China. Polls indicate declining support among Trump’s core voters, as President Trump's first 100 days in office have been marked by a wave of bleak national surveys. His approval ratings have plummeted, and his management of the economy—once seen as a relative strong point—now ranks poorly along with his performance on nearly every other major issue. A special market event will take place on Saturday, May 3, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Pretzel Park Farmers Market, located at 4300 Silverwood Street in the 19127 zip code. Celebrating the opening day of its weekly markets, the event promises family-friendly fun with Kids’ Day activities and a variety of food vendors, rain or shine. South Korea possesses Russian T-80 main battle tanks as a result of a unique debt repayment deal with Russia, dating back to the aftermath of the Soviet Union's collapse. These Soviet-made tanks were transferred to Seoul to help settle longstanding financial obligations. While once seen as a valuable addition, the T-80s are now considered outdated compared to South Korea’s modern K2 Black Panther tanks. The Camden City School District has announced significant budget cuts to address a $91 million deficit. Measures include staff reductions, leadership consolidation at the Camden High School campus, and academic restructuring at one school. State District Superintendent Katrina McCombs attributed the financial shortfall to declining student enrollment and increasing costs from charter and renaissance schools. She emphasized that the difficult decisions are necessary to stabilize finances while prioritizing students' classroom experiences. King Charles shared a heartfelt message for cancer patients, carers, and campaigners, offering support and encouragement as their stories featured prominently on Thursday's front pages. His message comes as a controversy surrounding a hymn also emerges, drawing additional public attention. Florida is poised to become the second state to ban fluoride in public water supplies, following legislative approval of a bill that includes a provision prohibiting certain additives in water systems. Despite objections from dentists and public health advocates who argue that fluoridation helps prevent tooth decay, the measure now awaits the signature of Governor Ron DeSantis.