<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><title>Most recent stories - Newsday</title><link rel="self" href="https://www.newsday.com/api/rss/recent?page=2"/><link rel="previous" href="https://www.newsday.com/api/rss/recent?page=1"/><link rel="next" href="https://www.newsday.com/api/rss/recent?page=3"/><updated>2026-05-07T10:54:20.247-04:00</updated><id>https://www.newsday.com/api/rss/recent</id><entry><title>China's factory activity expands for a second month despite shocks from the Iran war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/china-manufacturing-economy-pmi-exports-g33438"/><id>urn:uuid:7332d1db-558e-499f-ba92-0ee13fbdb728</id><updated>2026-04-29T23:53:25.661-04:00</updated><summary>Surveys show China's factory activity expanded for a second month in April.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nathan Church steals another homer, this time giving the Cardinals a win over the Pirates</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cardinals-nathan-church-catch-h27986"/><id>urn:uuid:e2a2fe60-979a-40ef-b8fe-9d7464604116</id><updated>2026-04-29T23:41:36.087-04:00</updated><summary>Nathan Church is making a habit of stealing home runs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Myanmar army shifts to offense as resistance weakens in bloody civil war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/myanmar-civil-war-tatmadaw-t40298"/><id>urn:uuid:45f18011-2622-48c8-9471-580ed2353dd7</id><updated>2026-04-29T23:34:07.366-04:00</updated><summary>A little more than a year ago, the government's military was on the back foot in Myanmar's bloody civil war, pushed out of great swaths of the country's north by an alliance of seasoned militias, and forced into defensive action around the rest of the country by other established groups and new pro-democracy guerrillas.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lightning on the brink of elimination after another home playoff loss</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/lightning-canadiens-nhl-stanley-cup-playoffs-p47691"/><id>urn:uuid:15686b5f-bfd3-414c-8184-40a3487fa814</id><updated>2026-04-29T23:19:10.250-04:00</updated><summary>Another home loss in the playoffs has the Tampa Bay Lightning on the brink of an early vacation again.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cade Cunningham comes through for Pistons on the brink, outduels Magic star Paolo Banchero in Game 5</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/cade-cunningham-pistons-paolo-banchero-magic-o68443"/><id>urn:uuid:c007b162-6c58-4ca6-9672-5dc5bb279ca8</id><updated>2026-04-29T23:14:12.176-04:00</updated><summary>Cade Cunningham came through for the Detroit Pistons when they needed him.</summary></entry><entry><title>D-backs hit 4 homers and Vargas stretches hit streak in 6-2 win over Brewers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/diamondbacks-brewers-score-o37588"/><id>urn:uuid:3ee19943-3eb8-4f93-8468-9b10bcb0ee09</id><updated>2026-04-29T23:07:09.429-04:00</updated><summary>Nolan Arenado hit a three-run homer, Ildemaro Vargas extended his hitting streak to 25 games, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Milwaukee Brewers 6-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets' David Peterson has rough return to rotation, Sean Manaea implodes in Nationals' rout</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-nationals-david-peterson-juan-soto-bdsz80bu"/><id>urn:uuid:040a3bc5-ba33-4fcd-b207-f64affd121e4</id><updated>2026-04-29T22:59:03.857-04:00</updated><summary>The team's offensive renaissance appears to have been short-lived, too. Juan Soto homered again but the Mets had only one other extra-base hit.</summary></entry><entry><title>Head of organization overseeing nuclear test ban treaty issues warning to US and Russia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/un-nuclear-test-ban-treaty-us-russia-t46284"/><id>urn:uuid:e1cc5133-e263-46af-b2f8-3d29fa273484</id><updated>2026-04-29T22:45:35.607-04:00</updated><summary>The head of the organization overseeing a treaty banning nuclear testing is warning that if the United States, Russia or any other nation goes ahead with a test, other nations will follow.</summary></entry><entry><title>Countries end Colombia fossil fuel summit with focus on next steps and financing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/climate-change-fossil-fuels-colombia-takeaways-s83700"/><id>urn:uuid:67fd2524-67fc-44c9-b605-4062c780a5f7</id><updated>2026-04-29T22:42:52.773-04:00</updated><summary>Countries have wrapped up a first-of-its-kind summit in Colombia on phasing out fossil fuels with no binding commitments but a growing momentum to shift from pledges to action.</summary></entry><entry><title>High school roundup: Ward Melville baseball coach Lou Petrucci earns 300th win</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/high-school-roundup-lou-petrucci-l3qegkok"/><id>urn:uuid:0bfe20ab-149f-4d2a-805c-00a9e10938cf</id><updated>2026-04-29T22:36:47.868-04:00</updated><summary>"Only 302 more to catch [former Connetquot coach] Bob Ambrosini," Lou Petrucci said after winning his 300th game.</summary></entry><entry><title>Church robs Gonzales of what would have been walk-off homer, preserves Cards' 5-4 win over Pirates</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cardinals-pirates-score-c32969"/><id>urn:uuid:6589a6da-6418-4f9a-a35c-e6dc861d8dac</id><updated>2026-04-29T22:32:41.184-04:00</updated><summary>Rookie Nathan Church ended the game by robbing Nick Gonzales of what would have been a walk-off, two-run homer by making a leaping catch at the left-field wall, giving the St. Louis Cardinals a 5-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.</summary></entry><entry><title>Schroder, Mobley rally Cavaliers in 4th quarter for 125-120 win over Raptors to take 3-2 series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-playoffs-raptors-cavaliers-score-a34487"/><id>urn:uuid:043ad235-895e-4544-a32b-9d33db080f12</id><updated>2026-04-29T22:27:08.564-04:00</updated><summary>Dennis Schroder scored 11 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter, Evan Mobley hit a pair of pivotal 3-pointers in the final period and finished with 23 points, and the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied for a 125-120 victory over the Toronto Raptors in Game 5 of their first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Droemer wins PGA Professional Championship and leads 20 club pros into the PGA Championship</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/pga-championship-club-pros-droemer-bandon-dunes-d38916"/><id>urn:uuid:b99908ca-8afd-4f79-9f10-31634404db41</id><updated>2026-04-29T22:22:42.800-04:00</updated><summary>Houston-area club pro Jesse Droemer is among 20 club professionals who have earned a spot in the PGA Championship next month at Aronimink.</summary></entry><entry><title>New Zealand court rejects appeal by mosque gunman to abandon his guilty pleas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/christchurch-mosque-shooter-brenton-tarrant-appeal-newzealand-v06369"/><id>urn:uuid:e2fb3429-87c9-4d62-93cb-90bf96744da0</id><updated>2026-04-29T22:11:13.883-04:00</updated><summary>New Zealand's Court of Appeal has rejected an attempt by Brenton Tarrant to withdraw his guilty pleas for the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cam York scores in OT as Flyers beat Penguins 1-0 in Game 6, reach Round 2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/penguins-flyers-score-ot-u50062"/><id>urn:uuid:efc49502-dabc-4f64-8b0c-44d6b1b4a4fc</id><updated>2026-04-29T22:08:12.564-04:00</updated><summary>Cam York scored in overtime, sending the Philadelphia Flyers to the second round for the first time in six years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texier breaks 3rd-period tie, Canadiens beat Lightning 3-2 in Game 5 to take series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/canadiens-lightning-score-f84341"/><id>urn:uuid:03aff00b-3885-4feb-81f2-9a48a87175b5</id><updated>2026-04-29T21:57:26.923-04:00</updated><summary>Alexandre Texier broke a tie 1:06 into the third period and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 on Wednesday night to take a 3-2 lead in the first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Matt Olson's 2-run homer in the ninth gives the Braves 4-3 win over the Tigers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/braves-tigers-score-olson-s85377"/><id>urn:uuid:121b53e4-da18-4f00-8fe1-2322ba885963</id><updated>2026-04-29T21:56:07.590-04:00</updated><summary>Matt Olson hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning off Kenley Jansen, ruining a dominant performance by Tarik Skubal and rallying the Atlanta Braves to a 4-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cade Cunningham scores 45, Pistons beat Magic 116-109 in Game 5 to stave off elimination</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/pistons-magic-score-a54480"/><id>urn:uuid:bca2b2e8-1606-4424-b80f-c9e38315c738</id><updated>2026-04-29T21:53:55.724-04:00</updated><summary>Cade Cunningham scored a franchise playoff-record 45 points, including a step-back jumper with 32 seconds left, and the top-seeded Detroit Pistons beat the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic 116-109 in Game 5 of their first-round series to stave off elimination.</summary></entry><entry><title>Goodman hits 2 HRs, Sugano pitches 5 1/3 scoreless innings, Rockies beat Reds 13-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/rockies-reds-score-q40301"/><id>urn:uuid:0e8e5373-4fb5-4f70-a59f-0777a877e727</id><updated>2026-04-29T21:52:33.054-04:00</updated><summary>Hunter Goodman homered twice, Brett Sullivan hit a three-run double, and Tomoyuki Sugano pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings as the Colorado Rockies beat the Cincinnati Reds 13-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lindenhurst boys lacrosse's Joe Scavone scores in overtime to beat Connetquot</title><author><name>Brian Heyman</name><email>brian.heyman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-lacrosse/lindenhurst-connetquot-boys-lacrosse-joe-scavone-w93gsimq"/><id>urn:uuid:4b64a915-4c8c-43f4-a4bf-b501599fb392</id><updated>2026-04-29T21:39:33.514-04:00</updated><summary>Caiden Alazraki and Patrick Sarnicola each had four goals and three assists for the Bulldogs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Longwood flag football's Claire Sclafani runs for 2 TDs, throws for another to beat Patchogue-Medford</title><author><name>Jared Valluzzi</name><email>jared.valluzzi@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/flag-football/longwood-clare-sclafani-a7zedy2r"/><id>urn:uuid:c2fffa51-3734-4d18-a676-0c8b7057dec8</id><updated>2026-04-29T21:39:09.871-04:00</updated><summary>Sclafani passed for 229 yards and a touchdown and rushed for 105 yards and two scores in a comeback win.</summary></entry><entry><title>Austin Reaves returns to Lakers' lineup for Game 5 after missing 9 games with oblique injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/lakers-austin-reaves-rockets-u07975"/><id>urn:uuid:2cabee13-5573-49a5-8c98-8267a6fb0416</id><updated>2026-04-29T21:32:34.340-04:00</updated><summary>Austin Reaves returned from a nine-game injury absence Wednesday night when the Los Angeles Lakers attempted to finish their first-round playoff series with the Houston Rockets in Game 5.</summary></entry><entry><title>LIV Golf has a new chairman and seeks new funding without Saudi backing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/liv-golf-yasir-al-rumayyan-saudi-funding-a76293"/><id>urn:uuid:dc09d559-afc1-4745-a5e5-46f2dc90d55f</id><updated>2026-04-29T21:19:35.335-04:00</updated><summary>LIV Golf has a new chairman and a new strategy to move forward after Saudi Arabian funding ends after this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Raptors dealing with injuries to All-Stars Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram after Game 5 loss</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/raptors-brandon-ingram-injury-cavaliers-playoffs-k93526"/><id>urn:uuid:37379a19-fad9-4705-9621-ce2c85282004</id><updated>2026-04-29T21:03:00.091-04:00</updated><summary>On the heels of his team blowing a 12-point, second-half lead, Toronto coach Darko Rajakovic has bigger problems as the Raptors look to stave off elimination.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankees prospect Elmer Rodriguez delivers mixed results in MLB debut</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-rangers-gamer-nsbzpv68"/><id>urn:uuid:1a22a3f5-2bfa-4448-bf5d-f93ab3f594ca</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:51:14.368-04:00</updated><summary>"A lot of good out there, we saw his stuff plays," manager Aaron Boone said. "Just [have to be] a little better on the strike-throwing part.</summary></entry><entry><title>Roger Rubin: Mets need more than Juan Soto at peak performance to make uphill climb</title><author><name>Roger Rubin</name><email>roger.rubin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/roger-rubin/mets-nationals-gdz7sh8p"/><id>urn:uuid:8d78b034-ca11-445c-8bd3-3589378c1825</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:46:57.353-04:00</updated><summary>Outside of bases-empty situations, are opponents really going to go after Juan Soto?</summary></entry><entry><title>Farmingdale car crash victim taken off life support at NUMC after tests determined no brain activity</title><author><name>Robert Brodsky</name><email>robert.brodsky@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/anthony-gestone-car-crash-life-support-brain-farmingdale-pwwqqbbv"/><id>urn:uuid:54940834-0bbf-4595-92a1-8705dcc9b95b</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:37:18.848-04:00</updated><summary>The family said neurological tests showed Anthony Gestone had no brain activity.</summary></entry><entry><title>Canadian official backs up report that Iranian soccer chief was denied entry for FIFA event</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fifa-world-cup-canada-iran-s08583"/><id>urn:uuid:58c42edf-294a-4401-beac-76586e295a56</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:34:24.388-04:00</updated><summary>Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says it is her "understanding" that Iranian soccer officials were denied entry into her country ahead of the FIFA Congress meeting in Vancouver just weeks before the start of the World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets' Kodai Senga frustrated by latest injury as pitcher's downfall continues</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-nationals-kodai-senga-mwciytf4"/><id>urn:uuid:f2d4a46f-cc6b-4dfd-b6b3-f49f648284c2</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:34:05.147-04:00</updated><summary>Once one of the more promising pitchers in the sport, the righthander's downfall has been swift. His current ailment? Lumbar spine inflammation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Holy Trinity baseball's SJ Garneau sharp on mound, excels at the plate in win over St. John the Baptist</title><author><name>Mike Anderson</name><email>michael.anderson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/baseball/holy-trinity-st-john-the-baptist-baseball-hhbxrhuw"/><id>urn:uuid:5f946b4a-126e-4f4a-bf46-75bc47fc5093</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:30:04.289-04:00</updated><summary>Garneau gave up one run and one hit in four innings and went 3-for-3 with two doubles and three RBIs.</summary></entry><entry><title>FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach chalet tickets will go on sale Friday</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/jones-beach-air-show-chalet-july-4-n9l6md9r"/><id>urn:uuid:3948ac11-0fe5-42bc-93e5-a8bc81a0c0cc</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:15:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Tickets are priced at $250 for early-bird buyers for the show on the July 4 weekend this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>New Orleans' DeAndre Jordan wins NBA's teammate of the year award</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-teammate-of-year-d66531"/><id>urn:uuid:27adf9e9-d5ed-4ede-8047-105c438bd16a</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:11:32.832-04:00</updated><summary>New Orleans' DeAndre Jordan has won the Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year award, edging Portland's Jrue Holiday and Houston's Jeff Green.</summary></entry><entry><title>Deer Park community near mosque on edge over anti-Islam graffiti</title><author><name>Denise M. Bonilla</name><email>denise.bonilla@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/deer-park-anti-islam-graffiti-jpe79pdw"/><id>urn:uuid:734ae7ac-bc03-45db-a7d6-53bd6a3e6dd6</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:06:46.376-04:00</updated><summary>Someone scrawled the graffiti on stop signs near the Islamic Center of Deer Park.</summary></entry><entry><title>West Islip girls lacrosse's Oblojs put on a show in win over Smithtown West</title><author><name>Michael Sicoli</name><email>michael.sicoli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/girls-lacrosse/west-islip-smithtown-west-girls-lacrosse-w8hhdbt0"/><id>urn:uuid:5092db6a-fa18-4171-a9a8-e3d6738b0ac9</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:05:33.285-04:00</updated><summary>Ava Obloj and her sister Jenna (two goals, assist) helped West Islip build an 11-5 lead entering the fourth quarter.</summary></entry><entry><title>Juvenile arrested after gun recovered at a Baldwin high school</title><author><name>Nicholas Grasso</name><email>nicholas.grasso@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/juvenile-gun-baldwin-high-schoolshubert-vpjv40wx"/><id>urn:uuid:eb448309-5b24-4ff9-8d64-02c353e57439</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:05:30.896-04:00</updated><summary>Police said there was no threat to the school at any time.</summary></entry><entry><title>Port Jefferson's Brian Fitzpatrick called up to Milwaukee Brewers</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/brian-fitzpatrick-brewers-ba04zfs9"/><id>urn:uuid:3a0e5f0c-010b-490a-8677-0054864955b9</id><updated>2026-04-29T20:02:56.331-04:00</updated><summary>Brian Fitzpatrick, 25, was a 2022 10th-round pick, who pitched at Rutgers and St. Anthony's High School.</summary></entry><entry><title>Orioles put opening day starter Trevor Rogers on IL with undisclosed illness</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/orioles-trevor-rogers-q20471"/><id>urn:uuid:e0871f2f-f3ea-4234-931f-c69ff6563ade</id><updated>2026-04-29T19:43:18.950-04:00</updated><summary>The Baltimore Orioles have placed opening day starter Trevor Rogers on the 15-day injured list as the left-hander deals with an undisclosed illness.</summary></entry><entry><title>3 family members assaulted Turning Point USA journalist at Minnesota protest, indictment says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/minnesota-turning-point-journalist-family-indicted-clash-h89434"/><id>urn:uuid:d1f032b3-d6a7-43ac-a762-62130dc09727</id><updated>2026-04-29T19:41:16.063-04:00</updated><summary>Three family members face charges for allegedly assaulting a journalist who writes for a conservative organization during a protest in Minnesota.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump says he is weighing reducing American troop presence in Germany after Iran feud</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-germany-iran-troops-p93187"/><id>urn:uuid:85bab69e-6f49-452b-9ac3-85f1861ff2d9</id><updated>2026-04-29T19:38:26.926-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is leveling a new threat against NATO ally Germany by suggesting he could soon reduce the U.S. military presence there.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pete Crow-Armstrong homers, drives in 3 runs to lead Cubs to 5-4 win over Padres</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-padres-score-e77957"/><id>urn:uuid:bf6f38a5-2a04-4a56-9e9d-0f8c699f2dc2</id><updated>2026-04-29T19:23:47.752-04:00</updated><summary>Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his third home run of the season and drove in three runs to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 5-4 win over the San Diego Padres.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brazil prosecutors launch suit against meatpacking giant JBS over beef tied to slavery-like labor</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/brazil-amazon-jbs-forced-labor-k85311"/><id>urn:uuid:2f137de7-8545-4801-bf2d-93fdc2030c6d</id><updated>2026-04-29T19:18:14.570-04:00</updated><summary>Brazil's labor prosecutors have filed a lawsuit against meatpacking giant JBS, accusing it of buying cattle from farms where workers were held in slavery-like conditions.</summary></entry><entry><title>Romanian man sentenced to 4 years in prison for swatting spree targeting dozens of US officials</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/szabo-swatting-plot-sentence-romania-lawmakers-p62628"/><id>urn:uuid:3a595914-a788-4985-8e07-eecbddfd170d</id><updated>2026-04-29T19:15:08.471-04:00</updated><summary>A Romanian man has been sentenced to four years in prison for organizing a wave of swatting calls and bomb threats against dozens of U.S. government targets, including members of Congress, cabinet-level officials, federal judges and the heads of federal law-enforcement agencies.</summary></entry><entry><title>New Orleans sheriff indicted after investigation into brazen jailbreak and escape of 10 inmates</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/new-orleans-sheriff-indictment-jailbreak-v25177"/><id>urn:uuid:42a5d2b6-b6d1-4ac7-962f-7a1f4b99421b</id><updated>2026-04-29T19:11:25.018-04:00</updated><summary>A grand jury indicted Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson on 30 felony counts Wednesday following a state probe into one of the largest jailbreaks in the nation's history that occurred under her watch last year.</summary></entry><entry><title>USS Ford aircraft carrier will be heading home after record-breaking deployment</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/uss-ford-iran-war-record-deployment-k44105"/><id>urn:uuid:ff6b69a9-f2fe-4d26-8898-3b52023c2e05</id><updated>2026-04-29T19:11:10.668-04:00</updated><summary>The USS Gerald R.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arsenal manager Arteta infuriated by decision to overturn penalty against Atletico Madrid</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/eze-penalty-var-arsenal-champions-league-n93451"/><id>urn:uuid:d94fbb04-27d1-4a50-ae62-439f4dc1f12e</id><updated>2026-04-29T19:00:00.828-04:00</updated><summary>Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta calls it unacceptable and says it's a moment that changed the course of his team's Champions League semifinal against Atletico Madrid.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brazil's Senate blocks Lula's Supreme Court nominee, first rejection in 132 years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brazil-supreme-court-justice-messias-lula-k64255"/><id>urn:uuid:14d0436d-0959-401f-8023-9ad6b53d202c</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:50:15.114-04:00</updated><summary>Brazil's Senate dealt a political blow to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Wednesday by rejecting his appointee to the Supreme Court, the first in more than 130 years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Canada will be the headquarters for a future NATO-linked financial institution, official says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nato-defense-bank-canada-y71180"/><id>urn:uuid:ea696604-7768-412a-93df-b45f7607e18b</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:48:52.371-04:00</updated><summary>A senior government official says that Canada has been selected as the headquarters for a new, financial institution led by NATO and designed to reduce borrowing costs for members of the alliance.</summary></entry><entry><title>George Pickens signs $27.3 million franchise tag with Cowboys, opening door for offseason work</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/cowboys-george-pickens-franchise-tag-e92772"/><id>urn:uuid:5681b46d-35f1-40f2-a401-0947e212e19c</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:41:04.365-04:00</updated><summary>Dallas Cowboys receiver George Pickens has signed his $27.3 million franchise tag.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bruce Blakeman to appear at event with Long Island Loud Majority leader Kevin Smith</title><author><name>Yancey Roy</name><email>yancey.roy@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/blakeman-loud-majority-j3nvv0xw"/><id>urn:uuid:ec0d6f38-2e3a-4744-ab69-3c4cda25c84f</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:35:57.727-04:00</updated><summary>Long Island Loud Majority was listed as an anti-government group by the nonprofit Southern Poverty Law Center.</summary></entry><entry><title>Takuma Sato avoids collision with a fox and posts 4th-fastest lap during Indy 500 testing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/indianapolis-500-testing-k11198"/><id>urn:uuid:2e51ee1c-0e0a-4099-ad00-7597db0b372b</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:26:41.064-04:00</updated><summary>The Brickyard seems to be doubling as a wildlife sanctuary during Indianapolis 500 testing.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court ruling on race-based redistricting prompts quick action in some states</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/voting-rights-redistricting-court-states-race-maps-x41348"/><id>urn:uuid:ceb9fd0b-7fdc-4b5b-96ca-79fab3131276</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:23:58.620-04:00</updated><summary>Several states already are taking steps to respond to a U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cultural groups urge federal judge to block Kennedy Center renovations</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-kennedy-center-lawsuit-e57594"/><id>urn:uuid:e52cb4f8-869a-4867-be36-e6d8ddc885a5</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:13:52.481-04:00</updated><summary>Cultural and historic preservation groups are urging a federal judge to block President Donald Trump from renovating the Kennedy Center.</summary></entry><entry><title>New federal raids in Minnesota highlight problem of fraud in children's programs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/minnesota-fraud-medicaid-immigration-crackdown-s63946"/><id>urn:uuid:6020010b-6f25-4373-88c6-eb424c807857</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:10:50.055-04:00</updated><summary>Minnesota has been dealing with overlapping fraud investigations involving potentially billions of dollars in wasted federal funds.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sanoja has 2-out bloop single to spark Marlins to 3-2 victory over Dodgers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/marlins-dodgers-score-b89276"/><id>urn:uuid:45c912b8-9815-4c91-b29f-17dc34b9e164</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:09:25.854-04:00</updated><summary>Javier Sanoja singled in the go-ahead run with two outs in the eighth inning, lifting the Miami Marlins over the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giants-Phillies postponed, setting up doubleheader on Thursday</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/giants-phillies-postponed-u82740"/><id>urn:uuid:1c199914-ddfa-4cf7-875a-140abb16e3a3</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:08:33.219-04:00</updated><summary>A game between the San Francisco Giants and Philadelphia Phillies was postponed Wednesday due to a forecast of inclement weather.</summary></entry><entry><title>Clement hits 2-run home run and Valenzuela adds a solo blast as Blue Jays rough up Red Sox 8-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-blue-jays-score-i99272"/><id>urn:uuid:7d84fc5a-9674-434a-948b-2f17d7a9e32e</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:02:27.537-04:00</updated><summary>Ernie Clement hit a two-run home run, Brandon Valenzuela added a solo homer and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 8-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Griezmann leads Atletico in his final Champions League home game at the Metropolitano</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/atletico-madrid-antoine-griezmann-champions-league-arsenal-r94573"/><id>urn:uuid:5b5bdee1-353e-44a1-abd7-629d2563bff3</id><updated>2026-04-29T18:00:55.822-04:00</updated><summary>Antoine Griezmann has made the most of his final home match with Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man who killed Brown students, MIT professor targeted symbolic victims tied to grievances, FBI says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brown-university-shooting-mit-a41449"/><id>urn:uuid:5c39c524-0430-4f3e-b2fd-c32e7a16ea74</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:55:47.734-04:00</updated><summary>Federal investigators say the man who carried out a mass shooting at Brown University and later killed a Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor did not act randomly, but targeted places and people that held symbolic meaning tied to his perceived failures.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Country district gets state approval to borrow $11M — but can't use it to lower next year's taxes</title><author><name>Yancey Roy and Dandan Zou</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/south-country-district-state-borrowing-jsr9m655"/><id>urn:uuid:43765f79-c735-466a-87b6-0720dc403c32</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:53:14.735-04:00</updated><summary>State lawmakers also approved an immediate $7 million infusion of aid to the district to prevent it from running out of money.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prosecutors say singer D4vd stabbed 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez to death to silence her</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/d4vd-celeste-rivas-hernandez-la-death-h62511"/><id>urn:uuid:9b38a088-750a-4d7d-89d2-b274e4e97b00</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:52:28.001-04:00</updated><summary>Prosecutors say singer D4vd killed 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez by stabbing her multiple times.</summary></entry><entry><title>Magic forward Franz Wagner out with calf injury against Pistons in Game 5</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/magic-franz-wagner-injury-pistons-x80720"/><id>urn:uuid:cbf19913-a5c7-4a5c-81ba-b18e1748af11</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:51:21.942-04:00</updated><summary>Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner is out of the lineup with a strained right calf against the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of their first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tigers place pitcher Casey Mize and infielder Javier Báez on injured list</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/detroit-tigers-injuries-n81146"/><id>urn:uuid:3ce30c81-22b7-4b6a-905d-7198fd913af9</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:48:39.010-04:00</updated><summary>The Detroit Tigers have placed pitcher Casey Mize and infielder Javier Báez on the injured list after they went down in a series-opening loss to the Atlanta Braves.</summary></entry><entry><title>Animal rescue group says it bought 1,500 beagles from Wisconsin facility targeted by protesters</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/animal-welfare-beagle-ridglan-farms-s71567"/><id>urn:uuid:ef841af5-27c5-4a09-a387-62bd6c039eb2</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:47:05.412-04:00</updated><summary>Animal refuge groups say they have agreed to buy nearly 1,500 beagles at a Wisconsin dog breeding and research business that was the site of a violent clash earlier this month between activists trying to break in and police who repelled them with tear gas and pepper spray.</summary></entry><entry><title>Meta beats revenue expectations, boosts capital spending forecast for 2026</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/meta-earnings-zuckerberg-ai-profit-w62873"/><id>urn:uuid:149ef577-bfaf-42d8-afb4-dec63b6ba823</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:38:30.852-04:00</updated><summary>Meta Platforms Inc. reports strong first-quarter results, surpassing expectations with significant earnings growth, but the stock slipped in after-hours trading.</summary></entry><entry><title>Better internet coming to Long Island's dead zones</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/the-point/high-speed-internet-long-island-wireless-lawrence-aviation-mta-up3dmtlq"/><id>urn:uuid:5040b118-ef5c-4da2-b471-c8ae9b9b16e5</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:32:24.315-04:00</updated><summary>The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.</summary></entry><entry><title>How a father and daughter duped NYC's art world with fake Warhols and Banksys</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/andy-warhol-nyc-art-fake-bankowska-bankowski-c24389"/><id>urn:uuid:858f05a4-cb1d-4612-9288-c17b66330ddf</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:31:10.890-04:00</updated><summary>A father and daughter in New Jersey have pleaded guilty to running a years-long counterfeiting scheme to trick art galleries and auction houses into buying forged paintings.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kenya gives a hero's welcome to marathon record breaker Sabastian Sawe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/kenya-marathon-sebastian-sawe-return-london-record-h62611"/><id>urn:uuid:cf2feb95-57a3-4820-b432-578652400823</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:16:34.768-04:00</updated><summary>Kenyan marathon record-breaker Sabastian Sawe received a hero's welcome home complete with a water cannon salute for the aircraft he was aboard.</summary></entry><entry><title>Roslyn boys lacrosse's Josh Berger is Newsday's Athlete of the Week</title><author><name>Jonathan Ruban</name><email>jonathan.ruban@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-lacrosse/athlete-of-the-week-josh-berger-roslyn-lacrosse-gsc4gy7h"/><id>urn:uuid:a8c5ac7b-3c5d-4516-9798-8455e0f3367b</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:15:30.442-04:00</updated><summary>The senior scored eight goals to lead the Bulldogs to a 15-11 win over Long Beach in a Nassau crossover game Saturday afternoon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cole Young has 3 late RBIs to help the Mariners rally past the Twins 5-3 and win the series</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-twins-score-e85363"/><id>urn:uuid:84bdd241-e87f-4849-82aa-5781a87c3614</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:14:27.062-04:00</updated><summary>Cole Young had three late-inning RBIs for the Seattle Mariners, including the go-ahead two-run single in the ninth in a 5-3 victory over the Minnesota Twins.</summary></entry><entry><title>Can I trust my AI 'best friend forever'?</title><author><name>David McGrath</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/ai-friendship-chatbots-ozoe3v7l"/><id>urn:uuid:cbc07b3c-b66c-455b-8523-c78dc0636ea2</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:11:07.765-04:00</updated><summary>Here's a lesson for the lonely.</summary></entry><entry><title>Reymon Rodriguez, of Hauppague, sentenced to 9 years in killing of Bronx teacher Kimberly Collins Midgette</title><author><name>Janon Fisher</name><email>janon.fisher@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/bronx-teacher-killing-sentencing-reymon-rodriguez-prison-kk8vim1n"/><id>urn:uuid:d44801cb-c1aa-43e3-9258-0f7998781c37</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:09:54.037-04:00</updated><summary>The Nassau County District Attorney's Office agreed to reduce the murder charge against Reymon Rodriguez to two counts of second-degree attempted murder and criminal weapons possession in exchange for his guilty plea.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chase DeLauter's 2-run single, Williams' strong start propel Guardians past Rays 3-1 to snap skid</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/rays-guardians-score-e42010"/><id>urn:uuid:5d05bec2-b519-4c6b-82e8-2f10159fc8ef</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:09:53.510-04:00</updated><summary>Chase DeLauter had two hits and drove in a pair of runs, Gavin Williams allowed one unearned run and struck out nine in 7 2/3 innings and the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1 to stop a four-game losing streak.</summary></entry><entry><title>Erik Boland: Yankees' Jasson Dominguez can't catch a break, exits after getting hit by pitch on elbow</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/erik-boland/jasson-dominguez-elbow-injury-ah96kt8h"/><id>urn:uuid:e12f8812-ac08-4f94-87ba-c094d9b11832</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:05:31.950-04:00</updated><summary>Jasson Dominguez was hit by a pitch on the left elbow in the fourth inning of Wednesday's game against the Rangers and was forced to exit.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man says severe medical neglect at problem-plagued jail in Atlanta resulted in amputations</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/fulton-county-jail-neglect-amputations-m24899"/><id>urn:uuid:209d3384-d4c0-48d5-9673-7c84929be641</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:04:45.013-04:00</updated><summary>A Georgia man says he was traumatized by severe medical neglect at a problem-plagued jail in Atlanta.</summary></entry><entry><title>The hidden academic costs of concussions</title><author><name>Chloe Reyhani</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/guest-essays/student-concussions-jb6ddphs"/><id>urn:uuid:1040037f-b127-4d80-a273-6cdb0573a72f</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:02:57.917-04:00</updated><summary>I wasn't on the field anymore. I was in a classroom, and I couldn't function.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hawaiʻi Helicopter Safety: Kauaʻi's Waimea Canyon To Get Cameras</title><author><name> Honolulu Civil Beat</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hawaii-helicopter-safety-weather-cameras-j84115"/><id>urn:uuid:34bc65da-af1d-4017-aee2-7a77ea97688e</id><updated>2026-04-29T17:02:43.040-04:00</updated><summary>Helicopter pilots flying over Kauaʻi's Waimea Canyon will soon have access to video and weather data before taking off from Līhuʻe Airport.</summary></entry><entry><title>What to know about The Onion's new effort to take over Alex Jones' Infowars</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/onion-infowars-takeover-alex-jones-j07267"/><id>urn:uuid:ff7b8cd8-5d34-487f-bd81-579fe212bba5</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:59:28.966-04:00</updated><summary>The Onion is taking another stab at getting control of Alex Jones' Infowars platforms and turning them into comedy sites spoofing the conspiracy theorist.</summary></entry><entry><title>Justice Department moves to roll back gun regulations as Senate confirms new ATF chief</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/justice-department-gun-regulations-atf-y47641"/><id>urn:uuid:fc8add4d-1883-40ac-8a65-7f16c9caad8d</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:53:52.168-04:00</updated><summary>Justice Department officials are moving to roll back and modify a slate of gun regulations in a dramatic shift in firearm policy pushed by Second Amendment supporters in President Donald Trump's base.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hailstorm kills emu at Missouri zoo, cancels flights and damages hundreds of vehicles</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hail-storm-missouri-f97914"/><id>urn:uuid:74e3393f-0097-42ba-b1e4-db1aad03d383</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:51:43.364-04:00</updated><summary>One of the worst hailstorms to hit Missouri killed an emu at the Springfield zoo, injured drivers, knocked out power to thousands, and damaging hundreds of vehicles and even some aircraft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Alphabet's first-quarter profit soars as Google's big AI bets help push stock to new highs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/google-alphabet-first-quarter-earnings-s82010"/><id>urn:uuid:3db0ce1c-0a34-4408-b036-87a0c2e21203</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:51:00.545-04:00</updated><summary>Google's transition into the era of artificial intelligence continued to pay off for its corporate parent, Alphabet Inc., which on Wednesday announced another quarter of the stellar growth that helped to more than double its already lofty market value during the past year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ex-Met Brandon Nimmo about to sell his Old Westbury home, listed for almost $6 million</title><author><name>Rachel Weiss</name><email>rachel.weiss@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/brandon-nimmo-mets-long-island-bcxfkoz0"/><id>urn:uuid:8cc4f8a3-6bba-4d62-9209-d677e7952b67</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:49:14.131-04:00</updated><summary>The listing agents noted that Nimmo, who is likely relocating due to his new team, was a pleasure to work with.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Vendetta': Hawaii Governor Blasts Auditor Report On Key Homeless Program</title><author><name> Honolulu Civil Beat</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hawaii-homeless-tiny-homes-governor-auditor-u82246"/><id>urn:uuid:fb6cc109-b0ba-4d34-bd51-77f683499510</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:49:12.538-04:00</updated><summary>Gov_ Josh Green has criticized Hawaiʻi State Auditor Les Kondo's preliminary report on his tiny homes project, accusing him of a "personal vendetta."</summary></entry><entry><title>What to know about the pro-Russian activist arrested in South Africa and wanted in Benin</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/kemi-seba-south-africa-trial-j73597"/><id>urn:uuid:df1479ca-92a3-4ad4-b4ce-b1cb0a9df840</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:37:52.790-04:00</updated><summary>Pro-Russian activist Kémi Séba, who is accused of backing a failed coup in Benin, is due in court in South Africa on Wednesday after being arrested alongside his son.</summary></entry><entry><title>Antonacci, Montgomery lead White Sox to 3-2, 10-inning win for sweep that extends Angels' skid to 6</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/angels-white-sox-score-m73425"/><id>urn:uuid:5bbe1a67-034e-4960-9c6e-e7fb0781cf70</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:36:58.495-04:00</updated><summary>Rookie Sam Antonacci hit a tying triple with two outs in the ninth inning and Colson Montgomery had a winning single in the 10th, lifting the Chicago White Sox over Los Angeles 3-2 for a three-game sweep that extended the Angels' losing streak to six.</summary></entry><entry><title>Senators captain Brady Tkachuk bristles at his name in trade rumors</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/brady-tkachuk-trade-rumors-s09482"/><id>urn:uuid:b36f3572-88a0-4659-8971-755cf1d24f6f</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:28:13.674-04:00</updated><summary>Brady Tkachuk is frustrated by rumors about his future with the Ottawa Senators.</summary></entry><entry><title>How tariffs and war are hurting California small businesses</title><author><name> CalMatters</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/california-small-businesses-tariffs-war-v67491"/><id>urn:uuid:1ddb7f0d-564e-46ce-ab19-2fc089430549</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:23:05.651-04:00</updated><summary>Small businesses in California are struggling with the effects of tariffs and the war in Iran.</summary></entry><entry><title>Aden Holloway has a scholarship waiting at Alabama depending on outcome of marijuana case, Oats says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/aden-holloway-alabama-basketball-u62736"/><id>urn:uuid:429aeee8-d2d3-4333-8189-27cd3c330633</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:22:22.510-04:00</updated><summary>Alabama coach Nate Oats says there's a scholarship waiting for suspended guard Aden Holloway depending on the outcome of his marijuana case.</summary></entry><entry><title>Amazon reports increased 1Q profits and net sales fueled by cloud computing demand</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/amazon-earnings-aws-profit-1q-g28125"/><id>urn:uuid:34ea8f86-60f1-4154-8f0b-12d743f0c21e</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:21:24.414-04:00</updated><summary>Amazon is reporting increased profits and net sales during its fiscal first quarter, helped by surging growth in its prominent cloud computing unit.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court ruling will reshape American politics. The only question is when</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-c69286"/><id>urn:uuid:56d2930f-c3e9-4d89-88f5-f9e15d6f433d</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:21:23.336-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. Supreme Court's conservative majority has handed Republicans their biggest victory yet in the battle to control the House of Representatives and statehouses across the country.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brewers place left-handed reliever Angel Zerpa on injured list with forearm tightness</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/angel-zerpa-brewers-d79944"/><id>urn:uuid:91f23778-a524-4394-a5f2-3f3d65b65986</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:12:06.024-04:00</updated><summary>Milwaukee Brewers left-handed reliever Angel Zerpa is on the injured list because of left forearm tendinitis.</summary></entry><entry><title>King Charles and Queen Camilla visit NYC, as New Yorkers scramble to catch a glimpse</title><author><name>Matthew Chayes</name><email>matthew.chayes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/king-charles-camilla-new-york-city-cj46a7ow"/><id>urn:uuid:c15fc412-ce22-42d2-b5c6-61afab027698</id><updated>2026-04-29T16:01:11.111-04:00</updated><summary>The royal couple stopped at Ground Zero, where the king placed flowers at the National 9/11 Memorial, and interacted with Mayor Zohran Mamdani.</summary></entry><entry><title>New report details suspect's worsening behavior before 2 USF students' killings</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/florida-usf-bangladesh-grad-students-missing-p67687"/><id>urn:uuid:0f5a54b1-dc42-4bc2-bb17-b78930ab0339</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:54:37.939-04:00</updated><summary>Family members say the behavior of a suspect in the murders of two University of South Florida students worsened over time because of marijuana use.</summary></entry><entry><title>House approves bill to extend divisive US surveillance program, but path forward uncertain</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/surveillance-program-republicans-congress-fisa-i20173"/><id>urn:uuid:e200b17a-8d6a-4ba7-9ddc-8cfe79788999</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:49:17.835-04:00</updated><summary>The Republican-controlled House gave approval to a three-year extension of a key U.S. surveillance program after weeks of infighting.</summary></entry><entry><title>Stars captain Jamie Benn fined for cross-check on Wild forward Ryan Hartman</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-benn-fine-wild-stars-s58767"/><id>urn:uuid:5eba1171-7a86-4c1c-b8d6-744d9e502492</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:46:21.719-04:00</updated><summary>Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn has been fined by the NHL for cross-checking Minnesota Wild forward Ryan Hartman after a heated exchange between the players during Game 5 of the first-round playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Louisiana Supreme Court to weigh legality of 'sanctuary' policy at Orleans jail</title><author><name> Verite News</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/orleans-sheriff-immigration-policy-louisiana-supreme-court-l23880"/><id>urn:uuid:9cc77fb5-f345-4966-b000-62975be00ebb</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:46:02.206-04:00</updated><summary>Louisiana's highest court could soon decide whether the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office's longstanding immigration policy will be allowed to stand.</summary></entry><entry><title>Who was invited to dinner with King Charles: Justices, business leaders and Palm Beach friends</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-king-charles-state-dinner-guests-j12133"/><id>urn:uuid:0bb17de8-bd47-4c84-a3d4-d5799f43fa48</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:46:00.901-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted a white-tie dinner at the White House with King Charles III and Queen Camilla.</summary></entry><entry><title>Movie Review: Adam Scott gets spooked in a haunted hotel in 'Hokum'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/movie-review-hokum-e17653"/><id>urn:uuid:db40cfcb-acd2-4bbd-92fa-e5440d6e3e9b</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:41:41.462-04:00</updated><summary>Adam Scott plays a famous American novelist who goes to a quaint hotel in Ireland in the new horror film "Hokum."</summary></entry><entry><title>Request for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to be given a police escort is denied by Canadian police</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/infantino-police-motorcade-vancouver-b00915"/><id>urn:uuid:c8719f9b-b8bc-4f9f-a452-afaec634ff48</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:38:11.841-04:00</updated><summary>The Vancouver Police Department says a request for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to be given a police escort while in Vancouver, British Columbia, for FIFA meetings has been denied.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Hawks executive Jones sentenced to over 3 years in prison for embezzling $3.7M from team</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/hawks-jones-sentenced-q30694"/><id>urn:uuid:173b90b0-4b74-4997-9c51-edf182895767</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:34:33.047-04:00</updated><summary>Former Atlanta Hawks finance executive Lester T.</summary></entry><entry><title>PGA Tour returns to Trump Doral this week for Cadillac Championship, first time there since 2016</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/cadillac-championship-preview-doral-trump-v84901"/><id>urn:uuid:75e39831-b13e-451c-8ce7-dec0386b8590</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:34:22.380-04:00</updated><summary>Scottie Scheffler doesn't have much familiarity with Trump National Doral.</summary></entry><entry><title>10 current and former Mexican officials accused in US indictment of aiding drug trafficking</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mexican-drugs-sinaloa-cartel-q00752"/><id>urn:uuid:b6ec46d7-34dc-46ee-8c8f-328341018d95</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:22:20.690-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. government has charged the governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state and nine other current and former Mexican officials with drug trafficking and weapons offenses in a federal indictment.</summary></entry><entry><title>Standardized testing disruptions reported on Long Island, statewide</title><author><name>Lorena Mongelli</name><email>lorena.mongelli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/nys-standardized-tests-disruption-fr2ux5or"/><id>urn:uuid:6eb33178-ace0-4041-b079-d640faec1be6</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:20:19.430-04:00</updated><summary>Schools in Huntington Station and Baldwin were among those affected.</summary></entry><entry><title>EPA, conservation groups: Wyoming's 'impaired' water protocols run afoul of the Clean Water Act</title><author><name> WyoFile</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/wyoming-polluted-water-samples-policy-l15161"/><id>urn:uuid:f7946276-d792-4460-a58b-a71acc589a1f</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:14:00.495-04:00</updated><summary>Federal environmental regulators and water quality advocates want Wyoming to change its policy on who can submit water samples for pollution assessments.</summary></entry><entry><title>Florida legislature approves new congressional map intended to boost Republicans in midterms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/florida-ron-desantis-donald-trump-redistricting-j02381"/><id>urn:uuid:ede52775-2823-4288-bfe0-cd693d4f5fa4</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:12:55.181-04:00</updated><summary>Republicans have scored another victory in the nationwide redistricting battle.</summary></entry><entry><title>Convicted sex trafficker Mitchell Johnson, of Farmingville, says 'I'm not a pimp' before a judge sentences him to 15 to 21 years in prison</title><author><name>Nicole Fuller</name><email>nicole.fuller@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/long-island-sex-trafficking-sentencing-mitchell-johnson-ig8o228u"/><id>urn:uuid:364367e6-bb47-4b60-a76e-b9b9eec5dee4</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:10:36.093-04:00</updated><summary>Mitchell Johnson, 38, of Farmingville, apologized for his actions, but maintained he didn't force the victim to have sex for money and he didn't profit from it.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bruins' Pastrnak among the many stars delivering big plays in the face of NHL playoff elimination</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-pastrnak-stars-wild-ducks-i04436"/><id>urn:uuid:766a7728-dec0-4af7-aa94-d2f553f17264</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:10:25.404-04:00</updated><summary>When the Boston Bruins needed a lift in the face of elimination, who else but forward David Pastrnak and goalie Jeremy Swayman to lead the way in their first-round series against Buffalo.</summary></entry><entry><title>Astros-Orioles game postponed and will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Thursday</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/astros-orioles-postponed-u17377"/><id>urn:uuid:4c662931-d4de-453e-82eb-ef7d3900cb99</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:01:12.441-04:00</updated><summary>A game between the Houston Astros and the Baltimore Orioles has been postponed because of inclement weather and will be made up as part of a single-admission doubleheader.</summary></entry><entry><title>Democrats kick off statewide rebuke of Bruce Blakeman, launching fight in Mineola</title><author><name>Bahar Ostadan</name><email>bahar.ostadan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/democrats-blakeman-rally-taghxwm0"/><id>urn:uuid:c7384166-e992-4b82-901f-89f38c372a1c</id><updated>2026-04-29T15:00:52.635-04:00</updated><summary>Blakeman countered the rally with his own news conference centered on affordability.</summary></entry><entry><title>Full federal appeals court won't rehear $83 million defamation verdict against Trump</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-carroll-abuse-defamation-supreme-court-x77485"/><id>urn:uuid:d509f971-6789-4f77-8718-63ac25aca736</id><updated>2026-04-29T14:52:10.067-04:00</updated><summary>A divided federal appeals court in Manhattan says it will not grant a rare meeting of all of its judges to hear an appeal of an $83 million verdict against President Donald Trump for defaming a magazine columnist.</summary></entry><entry><title>New FDA analysis says US infant formula supply is safe after testing for potential contaminants</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/infant-formula-heavy-metals-pesticide-k99843"/><id>urn:uuid:1e2d5812-c77f-4354-b836-c793b787982c</id><updated>2026-04-29T14:50:08.406-04:00</updated><summary>Federal health officials said a new analysis of U.S. infant formula found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides and other potential contaminants.</summary></entry><entry><title>Transponders to be installed on New York area airport ground vehicles following deadly collision</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/laguardia-plane-crash-air-canada-transponders-f93439"/><id>urn:uuid:182fecd3-7d8c-46be-8960-750efaf11886</id><updated>2026-04-29T14:43:26.759-04:00</updated><summary>Transponders that might have helped pinpoint the location of a fire truck that collided with a landing Air Canada jet in New York will soon be installed on ground vehicles at the region's three major airports.</summary></entry><entry><title>Angels starter Yusei Kikuchi leaves game at Chicago with left shoulder tightness</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/kikuchi-angels-white-sox-l97877"/><id>urn:uuid:73587409-ca8d-475b-b132-796bee9bb1ed</id><updated>2026-04-29T14:31:25.056-04:00</updated><summary>Los Angeles Angels pitcher Yusei Kikuchi left a game against the White Sox in Chicago after two innings with left shoulder tightness.</summary></entry><entry><title>Goaltender Scott Wedgewood rises from career backup to the Avalanche's playoff rock</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-wedgewood-q05426"/><id>urn:uuid:604a5660-5306-4d74-969c-ff2cb93008b0</id><updated>2026-04-29T14:30:30.725-04:00</updated><summary>Known for his attention to detail, Scott Wedgewood has transformed from a career backup into a stabilizing force in goal for the Colorado Avalanche.</summary></entry><entry><title>Red Sox put Garrett Crochet on 15-day IL with shoulder inflammation and recall Nate Eaton</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/garrett-crochet-red-sox-injured-list-k37182"/><id>urn:uuid:4ed6fd9b-1f39-4d59-ad1a-a91ccb2b9e0d</id><updated>2026-04-29T14:26:39.464-04:00</updated><summary>The Boston Red Sox have put left-hander Garrett Crochet on the 15-day injured list because of left shoulder inflammation and recalled utilityman Nate Eaton from Triple-A Worcester.</summary></entry><entry><title>China calls US hypocritical for expressing concern over Panama's sovereignty</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/panama-canal-sovereignty-china-trade-us-hong-kong-marco-rubio-b86353"/><id>urn:uuid:c823e8a1-c416-4aca-bee3-d10474429728</id><updated>2026-04-29T14:23:08.406-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. State Department accused China of violating Panama's sovereignty over a port dispute in the Central American nation, triggering another fierce back-and-forth on Wednesday as the Chinese government called the Trump administration hypocritical.</summary></entry><entry><title>Blue Jays activate veteran George Springer off injured list, designate Eloy Jiménez for assignment</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/george-springer-blue-jays-eloy-jimenez-q55800"/><id>urn:uuid:75671fcb-f39d-43d3-a189-f8b0e4e5e4cc</id><updated>2026-04-29T14:14:30.292-04:00</updated><summary>The Toronto Blue Jays have activated designated hitter George Springer off the 10-day injured list after the four-time All-Star missed 15 games because of a fractured left big toe.</summary></entry><entry><title>Costco makes change to its beverage option for hot dog combo</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/costco-hot-dog-combo-j63xul5i"/><id>urn:uuid:531afcd6-70e5-448a-9b75-4f75d1851ff6</id><updated>2026-04-29T14:08:43.365-04:00</updated><summary>The cost of the combo, whether with a soda or a bottle of water, remains $1.50.</summary></entry><entry><title>White Sox place Everson Pereira on IL and recall Jarred Kelenic from Triple-A</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-pereira-kelenic-angels-j29649"/><id>urn:uuid:bf6ddfee-a855-4c05-9d10-8ac8b45a38aa</id><updated>2026-04-29T14:08:14.098-04:00</updated><summary>The Chicago White Sox have placed outfielder Everson Pereira on the 10-day injured list with a right pectoral strain ahead of their game with the Los Angeles Angels.</summary></entry><entry><title>PSG defender Hakimi to miss Champions League semifinal 2nd leg vs. Bayern because of thigh injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/champions-league-psg-hakimi-injured-bayern-q70620"/><id>urn:uuid:28857caa-9037-4373-8fcc-70b69de5c3d1</id><updated>2026-04-29T14:03:28.672-04:00</updated><summary>Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will miss the return leg of the Champions League semifinal against Bayern Munich because of a right thigh injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Elon Musk tells his side of OpenAI's beginnings in trial pitting him against CEO Sam Altman</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/musk-altman-openai-trial-chatgpt-q75216"/><id>urn:uuid:f8477fa5-f9d1-4587-99c3-84dfea1e0b5d</id><updated>2026-04-29T13:57:33.428-04:00</updated><summary>Elon Musk took the stand for the second day Wednesday in the landmark trial that pits the world's richest person against Sam Altman, a fellow OpenAI co-founder he accuses of betraying promises to keep the company as a nonprofit dedicated to humanity's benefit.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man convicted of aiding IS group, but jury deadlocks on alleged role in deadly Kabul airport bombing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/abbey-gate-afghanistan-suicide-bombing-trial-j78558"/><id>urn:uuid:f5668a68-0e47-4aff-9fa8-429af83ad942</id><updated>2026-04-29T13:53:26.665-04:00</updated><summary>An alleged Islamic State group militant from Afghanistan has been convicted of aiding the terror organization that took credit for a deadly suicide bombing at a Kabul airport.</summary></entry><entry><title>Uber hotel booking expands travel options with new features</title><author><name>The Washington Post</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/uber-hotel-booking-expands-travel-options-x7slyk2e"/><id>urn:uuid:c1b1950a-0c20-4637-a0a1-29e4ae9dfd92</id><updated>2026-04-29T13:52:05.021-04:00</updated><summary>The service on the Uber app is rolling out to U.S. users over the next few weeks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Southampton Town to receive $850G for 2026 U.S. Open Golf costs at Shinnecock Hills</title><author><name>Alek Lewis</name><email>alek.lewis@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/us-open-southampton-tournament-payment-wogwiiwk"/><id>urn:uuid:cfa704fa-d81c-48bc-b36f-690d6b4b133f</id><updated>2026-04-29T13:40:16.195-04:00</updated><summary>The town says it will incur the expense of police and traffic control for the June tournament at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.</summary></entry><entry><title>Broncos' 2-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons retires after 32 interceptions in his 9-year career</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/broncos-simmons-retires-g86364"/><id>urn:uuid:f7373360-5a54-49bd-94b5-cc93df7f9335</id><updated>2026-04-29T13:37:34.951-04:00</updated><summary>Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons has retired following a nine-year career, including eight seasons with the Denver Broncos.</summary></entry><entry><title>The first Kentucky Derby since the death of trainer D. Wayne Lukas has a different vibe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/d-wayne-lukas-kentucky-derby-e70132"/><id>urn:uuid:285a8616-3dce-410c-b44e-afc9209acae0</id><updated>2026-04-29T13:19:43.601-04:00</updated><summary>This is the first Kentucky Derby since Hall of Fame trainer D.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 1 Jannik Sinner beats rising star Rafael Jódar in Madrid and declares 'what a player'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/jannik-sinner-rafael-jodar-madrid-open-m68331"/><id>urn:uuid:97e76812-b5ed-458d-8f4d-2a6eefddc2e4</id><updated>2026-04-29T13:07:09.319-04:00</updated><summary>World No. 1 Jannik Sinner proved too much for Rafael Jódar, the latest tennis sensation from Spain.</summary></entry><entry><title>Angels call up LHP Mitch Farris, designate LHP Joey Lucchesi for assignment</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/angels-farris-lucchesi-white-sox-s36973"/><id>urn:uuid:5699ac8b-2885-48f4-b2b0-0b1194a7b904</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:57:38.539-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Angels have recalled left-hander Mitch Farris from Triple-A Salt Lake and designated lefty Joey Lucchesi for assignment before their game in Chicago against the White Sox.</summary></entry><entry><title>Potapova tops Pliskova in Madrid to become 1st 'lucky loser' in semifinals at a WTA 1000-level event</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/anastasia-potapova-madrid-open-lucky-loser-h07405"/><id>urn:uuid:58928ac8-59ca-4e4f-9061-6fd8ad8b4ceb</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:49:12.280-04:00</updated><summary>Anastasia Potapova has become the first 'lucky loser' to reach the semifinals of a WTA 1000 event.</summary></entry><entry><title>Panthers sign fifth-year option on QB Bryce Young's contract, keeping him in Carolina through 2027</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/panthers-young-b03147"/><id>urn:uuid:068199a8-a509-466c-865a-5b201301641e</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:48:19.537-04:00</updated><summary>The Carolina Panthers have officially signed the fifth-year option on quarterback Bryce Young's contract, keeping the 2023 No. 1 pick with the team through the 2027 season.</summary></entry><entry><title>RBU? O-line U? Wisconsin must rejuvenate its rushing attack before it can reclaim those labels</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/wisconsin-rushing-big-ten-w95338"/><id>urn:uuid:ad064f6b-706e-40c9-b7e0-d13cff633d12</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:45:23.997-04:00</updated><summary>Wisconsin doesn't want to refer to itself as "Running Back U" until it performs at a level that would make Ron Dayne, Jonathan Taylor and other former Badgers ball carriers proud.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iowa State's T.J. Otzelberger agrees to 10-year contract extension paying $6 million annually</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/iowa-state-basketball-otzelberger-j36331"/><id>urn:uuid:8177c31b-30c1-4a1d-9c97-ca427c27bbfb</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:32:25.767-04:00</updated><summary>Iowa State coach T.</summary></entry><entry><title>Thailand ex-PM Thaksin is set for prison release next month after getting parole</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/thailand-thaksin-prison-parole-v48189"/><id>urn:uuid:e7e167f6-17f9-4a6f-8d1a-7bb82f35cd69</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:19:08.651-04:00</updated><summary>Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is set to be released from a Bangkok prison next month after a Justice Ministry panel decision to grant him parole.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fox's World Cup coverage will have British flavor, with 6 of 9 play-by-play commentators from UK</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fox-world-cup-british-broadcasters-w01014"/><id>urn:uuid:71d0b8db-1d7a-4529-ae0f-745e009e7a52</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:16:33.293-04:00</updated><summary>Fox will use British play-by-play commentators for six of its nine announcer teams at this year's World Cup, adding Ian Crocker, Darren Fletcher and Mark Scott to Ian Darke, Derek Rae and Jacqui Oatley.</summary></entry><entry><title>Comey appears in court in Trump threat case that's likely to pose a challenge for Justice Department</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/comey-justice-department-trump-threat-86-47-q87648"/><id>urn:uuid:248b1b2d-87de-41f7-9b79-f78e44eb9ec7</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:10:23.390-04:00</updated><summary>Former FBI Director James Comey has appeared briefly in court, kick-starting a criminal case against him that legal experts say presents significant hurdles for the prosecution and will likely be a challenge for the Justice Department to win.</summary></entry><entry><title>He once struck a peace deal with Israel and says Lebanon's leaders should try again now</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lebanon-israel-hezbollah-gemayel-president-interview-n56314"/><id>urn:uuid:2e0e017a-bb67-4f38-b0cd-e9c035eaaf93</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:08:21.127-04:00</updated><summary>Former Lebanese President Amin Gemayel believes the time might be right to pursue peace talks with Israel.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Game of the century' or just bad defending? PSG's win over Bayern draws mixed reactions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/psg-bayern-champions-league-c00907"/><id>urn:uuid:36413afd-3075-4b1a-be93-87ca264b7380</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:08:04.420-04:00</updated><summary>Paris Saint-Germain's thrilling 5-4 win over Bayern Munich in the Champions League has captivated Europe.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rachel Zegler to take her 'Evita' to Broadway in spring 2027</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/rachel-zegler-evita-broadway-c84307"/><id>urn:uuid:4242a4f2-50da-4a14-9eff-8c154b1a22a6</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:04:44.538-04:00</updated><summary>Rachel Zegler is set to bring her acclaimed portrayal of Eva Perón to Broadway.</summary></entry><entry><title>Movie Review: 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' still has style but the story is overdressed</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/devil-wears-prada-2-review-p17361"/><id>urn:uuid:5a92c2dc-ce9c-4ee8-9cf6-331591a9bf7d</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:03:42.493-04:00</updated><summary>The second "Devil Wears Prada" plays out a bit like a fashion world "Succession," with better clothes and a lot less cursing, writes Associated Press Film Writer Jake Coyle in his review.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Florida governor Charlie Crist is running for St. Petersburg mayor</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/florida-charlie-crist-mayor-st-petersburg-governor-i73796"/><id>urn:uuid:5146764a-aa0f-4a69-8768-b1fce280b529</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:01:32.744-04:00</updated><summary>Former Florida governor and U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist is running for mayor of his hometown of St. Petersburg.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Devil Wears Prada 2' review: Stitched-together sequel will appeal to fans of original</title><author><name>Rafer Guzm&amp;aacute;n</name><email>rafer.guzman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/movies/devil-wears-prada-two-review-afe6ro66"/><id>urn:uuid:6e79903e-31fb-4307-b5ee-451c06a80377</id><updated>2026-04-29T12:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Fans of the beloved original film will best appreciate this.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steve Popper: Knicks' Mike Brown finds his way through the noise of playoffs in New York</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/steve-popper/knicks-mike-brown-y3yfx5gw"/><id>urn:uuid:36fdf512-cc8e-4d32-a6eb-6e2d9165ed88</id><updated>2026-04-29T11:42:57.077-04:00</updated><summary>The Knicks coach shares how he deals with the pressure of coaching in New York during the playoffs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Democrats investigate as Trump OKs almost $2 billion in taxpayer money to end offshore wind projects</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/trump-offshore-wind-payouts-democrats-investigation-climate-y23798"/><id>urn:uuid:12bbb765-fd69-4511-a8b2-4ad2bdfdaee2</id><updated>2026-04-29T11:42:34.988-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration is spending nearly $2 billion to get energy companies to walk away from U.S. offshore wind projects.</summary></entry><entry><title>NCAA agrees to lift restrictions on student-athletes earning prize money before enrolling in college</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/ncaa-lawsuit-brantmeier-j17944"/><id>urn:uuid:4a4eee94-46b1-4499-a108-2b974a04836c</id><updated>2026-04-29T11:33:03.185-04:00</updated><summary>The NCAA has agreed to overhaul its restrictions on athletes accepting prize money before enrolling in college under the terms of a proposed settlement of a class action lawsuit brought North Carolina tennis champion Reese Brantmeier.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court hearing could signal fate of 1.3 million immigrants</title><author><name>The Washington Post</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/supreme-court-immigrants-decision-d56c9o2u"/><id>urn:uuid:a989a083-f6bb-42f1-a780-9e152ae16f1d</id><updated>2026-04-29T11:33:01.730-04:00</updated><summary>Justices will consider a pair of lawsuits filed on behalf of Haitian and Syrian immigrants fighting to keep their temporary protected status.</summary></entry><entry><title>Billionaire Tom Steyer wants to take on the rich in run for California governor</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/california-governor-race-tom-steyer-billionaire-climate-n63652"/><id>urn:uuid:db026001-6512-45a9-964e-6a5a8cc84dfc</id><updated>2026-04-29T11:32:57.385-04:00</updated><summary>Billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer is selling himself as a class traitor in his bid for California governor.</summary></entry><entry><title>Frost open PWHL playoffs seeking to three-peat, with semifinals featuring familiar mix of contenders</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/pwhl-playoffs-womens-hockey-v47277"/><id>urn:uuid:360249eb-2ee3-4456-bb63-2c9601111224</id><updated>2026-04-29T11:30:15.422-04:00</updated><summary>So much for the complaints raised last summer about the PWHL's expansion process favoring the league's newest franchises in Seattle and Vancouver.</summary></entry><entry><title>Elon Musk gets an apology from California regulators as a SpaceX lawsuit is settled</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/california-coastal-commission-spacex-elon-musk-w79727"/><id>urn:uuid:362b000d-8a72-4065-a7aa-2ce0445b3237</id><updated>2026-04-29T11:28:54.048-04:00</updated><summary>California regulators apologized to SpaceX CEO Elon Musk as they settled a lawsuit that claimed a state agency showed political bias against the rocket company and its chief executive.</summary></entry><entry><title>Smokey Bones in Lake Ronkonkoma closed permanently as parent companies file for bankruptcy</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/smokey-bones-ronkonkoma-closed-owgz1mhr"/><id>urn:uuid:b3015884-999c-4b51-8e18-cdf1065ab84a</id><updated>2026-04-29T11:16:44.202-04:00</updated><summary>The closures were sudden and came without any formal announcement on Tuesday by Smokey Bones or its parent companies.</summary></entry><entry><title>Uber moves toward becoming an 'everything app' with hotel bookings powered by Expedia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/uber-hotel-room-booking-app-ubereats-t69586"/><id>urn:uuid:3192c4c8-7f2e-43a8-935f-891f3127c83b</id><updated>2026-04-29T11:01:22.337-04:00</updated><summary>Uber is expanding into a different side of the travel business.</summary></entry><entry><title>LIRR strike: MTA says 8% fare hike possible to meet union demands</title><author><name>Alfonso A. Castillo</name><email>alfonso.castillo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/mta-strike-talks-wtdhmamm"/><id>urn:uuid:c6bafa40-73a1-4c11-b17c-111f1324ce44</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:53:51.476-04:00</updated><summary>A union leader called the figure "shameless fearmongering."</summary></entry><entry><title>Zaragoza goalkeeper Andrada handed 12-match suspension for throwing punch in 2nd-tier game in Spain</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/esteban-andrada-zaragoza-y96969"/><id>urn:uuid:3e5938c3-5bb6-4553-8a64-49af4cb618c9</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:49:19.739-04:00</updated><summary>Zaragoza's Argentine goalkeeper Esteban Andrada was given a 12-match suspension for punching an opponent in a second-division soccer game in Spain this weekend.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Supreme Court weakens a key tool of the Voting Rights Act</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/supreme-court-voting-rights-louisiana-congressional-redistricting-n80890"/><id>urn:uuid:466672f7-b237-44e3-a7a8-b5ab67f6208b</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:47:20.107-04:00</updated><summary>The Supreme Court has weakened a key tool of the Voting Rights Act that has helped combat racial discrimination in voting for over 50 years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Families of Canada school shooting victims sue OpenAI over shooter's use of ChatGPT</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/openai-chatgpt-tumbler-ridge-i14195"/><id>urn:uuid:cf659d18-66f7-4729-ab98-46660940cef0</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:37:42.941-04:00</updated><summary>The families of victims of a school shooting in a remote Canadian Rockies town are suing artificial intelligence company OpenAI in a U.S. federal court, alleging that the ChatGPT maker failed to alert police to the shooter's alarming interactions with the chatbot.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man charged with trying to kill Trump took hotel room selfie before rushing gala, investigators say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-correspondents-dinner-shooting-photo-f42240"/><id>urn:uuid:f7448335-f933-4a75-9571-f8a8c9fd14fa</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:28:05.946-04:00</updated><summary>The man charged with trying to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner and kill President Donald Trump took a picture of himself in his hotel room just minutes earlier, outfitted with an ammunition bag, a shoulder gun holster and a sheathed knife.</summary></entry><entry><title>Silent Tactic is out of the Kentucky Derby because of a foot injury, trainer says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/kentucky-derby-silent-tactic-b56613"/><id>urn:uuid:e56f9241-5794-4f51-bb5b-db461bf1b1fa</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:26:23.897-04:00</updated><summary>Trainer Mark Casse says Silent Tactic is out of the Kentucky Derby because of a foot injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kevin Warsh is one step closer to top job at the Fed after Trump's pick approved by Senate committee</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/federal-reserve-warsh-powell-p62777"/><id>urn:uuid:c9e9c139-7648-4c39-9f0f-2c3a45e12d61</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:21:51.387-04:00</updated><summary>The Senate Banking Committee voted on party lines to approve Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, to replace Jerome Powell, a longtime target of President Donald Trump's insults for not cutting borrowing costs as far as the president wanted.</summary></entry><entry><title>Indecent exposure, public lewdness charges against former Suffolk Police Chief James Burke to be dismissed</title><author><name>Grant Parpan</name><email>grant.parpan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/james-burke-former-suffolk-police-chief-lewdness-case-v6hmita8"/><id>urn:uuid:59a4263d-187d-4531-95e9-8ad95f8659d2</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:20:59.071-04:00</updated><summary>The judge said the charges against James Burke will be dismissed if he avoids further brushes with the law in the next six months.</summary></entry><entry><title>In a remote German village, mail is delivered by boat during warmer months</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/germany-mail-by-boat-spreewald-forest-lehde-f30416"/><id>urn:uuid:a25211e7-221b-496d-bc9c-10223545fda9</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:15:59.426-04:00</updated><summary>German postal worker Andrea Bunar is back on her mail barge as she navigated the waterways of the Spreewald Forest southeast of Berlin.</summary></entry><entry><title>UK expels Russian diplomat in retaliation for Moscow's recent expulsion of a British official</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/britain-russia-spy-tit-for-tat-c31715"/><id>urn:uuid:703bb059-b2b5-4048-bfc0-e3345bb5d90c</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:14:17.808-04:00</updated><summary>The U.K. has expelled a Russian diplomat in retaliation for Moscow's recent expulsion of a British official and the smear campaign that followed.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court weakens the Voting Rights Act and aids GOP efforts to control the House</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/supreme-court-voting-rights-congressional-redistricting-louisiana-g97089"/><id>urn:uuid:02397dbb-01ce-42aa-872a-624c4e85bde5</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:11:34.561-04:00</updated><summary>The Supreme Court has weakened a landmark Civil Rights-era law that has increased minority representation in Congress and elsewhere.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court sides with anti-abortion center raising First Amendment fears about state probe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/supreme-court-abortion-opponents-appeal-new-jersey-e89037"/><id>urn:uuid:969c974c-c585-4489-b4e5-86c0784668f3</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:09:12.931-04:00</updated><summary>The Supreme Court is siding with a faith-based pregnancy center that raised First Amendment concerns about an investigation into whether it misled people to discourage abortions.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tennessee book ban opponents to receive Courage Award at PEN America gala</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tennessee-book-bans-pen-america-courage-award-n88227"/><id>urn:uuid:9df2487c-6647-4b80-8e8e-ca9a080e209e</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:01:45.662-04:00</updated><summary>A coalition of Tennessee activists known for fighting book bans will be honored by PEN America at its annual gala.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Supreme Court hears arguments on ending legal protections for Haitian/Syrian migrants</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/supreme-court-tps-haiti-syria-m32499"/><id>urn:uuid:be2918eb-028e-4501-810b-0a5b22182bee</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:01:42.557-04:00</updated><summary>The Supreme Court is weighing arguments over the Trump administration's push to end legal protections for Haitians and Syrians as migrants fleeing war and natural disaster.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gen Z embraces microtrips: A new travel trend</title><author><name>TNS</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/microtrips-gen-z-travel-trend-lh0z5iap"/><id>urn:uuid:0e4da294-cb09-453a-a268-10f441b46065</id><updated>2026-04-29T10:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Gen Z travelers are opting for microtrips, short international adventures, to explore the world without long absences from work or family.</summary></entry><entry><title>PSG and Bayern's 5-4 thriller points to a new era of high-scoring soccer</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/psg-bayern-champions-league-n33214"/><id>urn:uuid:b6080421-bb48-4d70-b57b-1bcc337d420e</id><updated>2026-04-29T09:35:50.780-04:00</updated><summary>It was possibly the wildest match in Champions League history and may just change some long-held perceptions about soccer.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Disclosure Day' answers questions from 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind,' Josh O'Connor says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/disclosure-day-preview-josh-oconnor-steven-spielberg-x03227"/><id>urn:uuid:99cccf74-01a6-42bc-8675-0a5b50cc21e9</id><updated>2026-04-29T09:34:01.704-04:00</updated><summary>Josh O'Connor says working with Steven Spielberg on "Disclosure Day" was surreal.</summary></entry><entry><title>Men accused of being approached by Russian contact to attack Starmer-linked assets in London</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/starmer-russia-london-fire-arson-ukraine-romania-y84925"/><id>urn:uuid:96d9e14d-97bb-4044-a9d0-c88431f324c6</id><updated>2026-04-29T09:23:32.497-04:00</updated><summary>A British court has heard that two men from Ukraine and a Romanian man were allegedly offered payment by a Russian-speaking contact to set fires last year to property linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hundreds march in Johannesburg against illegal migration as shops shut over looting fears</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-africa-illegal-immigration-march-protests-l38658"/><id>urn:uuid:f7dae4c6-d2c4-438e-9fdc-1e105143333c</id><updated>2026-04-29T09:16:54.252-04:00</updated><summary>Hundreds of South Africans have protested in Johannesburg against illegal migration.</summary></entry><entry><title>One of America's oldest weather observatories shows people the science behind our climate</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/weather-observatory-boston-climate-change-n94126"/><id>urn:uuid:09cdb422-d255-427d-8132-117250d9e492</id><updated>2026-04-29T09:11:12.324-04:00</updated><summary>At Blue Hill Observatory and Science Center, a weather station 15 miles south of Boston, staff and volunteers have been using many of the same tools to monitor the weather since it opened in 1885.</summary></entry><entry><title>Stir well, slap lightly. Tips for making a mint julep worthy of the Kentucky Derby.</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/food-and-drink/cocktails-mint-julep-kentucky-derby-v37485"/><id>urn:uuid:e583cff5-51d7-4053-a1c1-9fd3428a6b1c</id><updated>2026-04-29T09:09:44.211-04:00</updated><summary>The Kentucky Derby weekend is here, and with it comes the tradition of mint juleps.</summary></entry><entry><title>Defying protocol, Trump relays details of private conversation with King Charles III</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/king-charles-iii-state-visit-us-protocol-w92322"/><id>urn:uuid:018f0737-e0d5-4a63-bc6a-97236a003367</id><updated>2026-04-29T09:03:38.526-04:00</updated><summary>In the world of diplomatic faux pas it could have been a lot worse.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cubans back 'My signature for the Homeland' campaign as tensions with US intensify</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cuba-signatures-campaign-sanctions-us-j95040"/><id>urn:uuid:c7782dc9-294b-4ec8-b50a-e8f97c2e95d3</id><updated>2026-04-29T08:53:26.302-04:00</updated><summary>Cubans have been endorsing the socialist government's latest move to defy the U.S. as tensions between the countries escalate.</summary></entry><entry><title>King Charles III's charity celebrates 50 years of helping young people find work with a gala in NYC</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/king-charles-trust-royal-family-philanthropy-s86250"/><id>urn:uuid:1c8e8a58-129f-4c7e-ac7c-e561bf6df9ab</id><updated>2026-04-29T08:44:59.601-04:00</updated><summary>While Charles and Queen Camilla made their first state visit to the U.S. since he became king, they also supported The King's Trust as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former MLB player Alexei Ramírez tested positive for 4 steroids at World Baseball Classic</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/world-baseball-classic-cuba-doping-ramirez-g65696"/><id>urn:uuid:98a4c725-cb9b-45b9-8baa-0fdedd640235</id><updated>2026-04-29T08:44:33.664-04:00</updated><summary>Fomer Chicago White Sox shortstop Alexei Ramírez tested positive for four anabolic steroids at the World Baseball Classic in March where he set a record as its oldest ever player.</summary></entry><entry><title>Indonesia urges social media platforms to disclose the number of accounts closed for users under 16</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/indonesia-social-media-children-under-16-n45073"/><id>urn:uuid:c3bc5864-908b-4abc-b5c4-2575dfe1fd7a</id><updated>2026-04-29T08:27:23.213-04:00</updated><summary>Indonesia is urging social media companies to report the number of accounts suspended under new regulations restricting access for children under 16.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pakistani troops destroy Afghan Taliban posts amid rising tensions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pakistan-afghanistan-border-violence-balochistan-q91366"/><id>urn:uuid:fbf92ecb-fad3-41d9-8ebc-9fac50a91750</id><updated>2026-04-29T08:27:09.940-04:00</updated><summary>Pakistan says its troops have targeted and destroyed several Afghan Taliban posts in a remote southwestern region.</summary></entry><entry><title>Syria says Australia won't repatriate families from camp for those with alleged ties to IS militants</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/syria-australia-islamic-state-group-families-roj-s73506"/><id>urn:uuid:d0af3f9b-8af6-4f5f-82ce-b2e0bcfffe84</id><updated>2026-04-29T08:23:19.479-04:00</updated><summary>A group of Australian women and children who left a Syrian camp for people with alleged ties to Islamic State group militants are stuck in Syria.</summary></entry><entry><title>LIRR to probe why metal debris was on tracks in East River tunnel, forcing evacuation of 900 passengers</title><author><name>John Asbury and Alfonso A. Castillo</name><email>alfonso.castillo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/lirr-train-stuck-tunnel-sntm9b2x"/><id>urn:uuid:d7222f5d-94cc-49c5-97ff-d663df5ee8a9</id><updated>2026-04-29T08:07:40.504-04:00</updated><summary>Metal debris in an East River tunnel damaged a train, forcing the evacuations and causing widespread delays.</summary></entry><entry><title>Astrazeneca tops expectations in the first quarter on strong cancer drug sales</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/astrazeneca-cancer-drugs-beat-estimates-j02119"/><id>urn:uuid:eb34655b-dbe0-4142-855b-e406619f89c4</id><updated>2026-04-29T08:07:11.340-04:00</updated><summary>Astrazeneca is reporting first-quarter profit of $3.08 billion.</summary></entry><entry><title>Takeaways from AP's report on the push for raw milk intensifying</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/raw-milk-pasteurization-state-law-takeaways-p10713"/><id>urn:uuid:958f4793-bec2-48d7-899d-765876b0c199</id><updated>2026-04-29T08:04:52.571-04:00</updated><summary>Backers of raw milk are pushing to make the potentially dangerous product more widely available, even as a new disease outbreak sickens U.S. children.</summary></entry><entry><title>Push for raw milk intensifies across the US, despite illness outbreaks and scientists' warnings</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/raw-milk-legislation-outbreak-e46142"/><id>urn:uuid:1597a109-076f-4e2a-9495-2687bdeb4785</id><updated>2026-04-29T08:01:56.750-04:00</updated><summary>Proponents of raw milk are pushing to make the unpasteurized product more widely available and easy to obtain.</summary></entry><entry><title>London police say the stabbing of 2 Jewish men is an act of terror. The suspect was arrested</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/uk-london-stabbing-jewish-community-golders-green-f75756"/><id>urn:uuid:b0137446-60a8-4e33-ac1a-86d0239e031e</id><updated>2026-04-29T07:51:57.560-04:00</updated><summary>Two Jewish men have been stabbed and injured in London on in what police call an act of terror.</summary></entry><entry><title>FIFA in talks about requiring soccer clubs to field at least one homegrown young player in games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fifa-promoting-young-players-a41979"/><id>urn:uuid:bdcbe779-4b6a-4238-b70d-90417829455c</id><updated>2026-04-29T07:47:14.545-04:00</updated><summary>FIFA has opened talks about requiring all professional teams to field at least one homegrown young player throughout games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Environmental Protection Agency boss backs big budget cuts but Congress will get the final say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/epa-zeldin-budget-trump-congress-i95713"/><id>urn:uuid:095d2de8-5751-49f6-ab24-adc11d86bc01</id><updated>2026-04-29T07:41:57.890-04:00</updated><summary>The head of the Environmental Protection Agency is back on Capitol Hill defending the administration's plan to cut in half the EPA's budget.</summary></entry><entry><title>A son of late Zimbabwe leader Mugabe is ordered deported from South Africa</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mugabe-son-bellarmine-zimbabwe-south-africa-shooting-b65950"/><id>urn:uuid:35af04ad-8f5d-49a9-ad68-7c1d8e7a6c1e</id><updated>2026-04-29T07:38:28.526-04:00</updated><summary>A magistrate has ordered the deportation of Bellarmine Mugabe, son of the late Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, from South Africa.</summary></entry><entry><title>Philippine congressional committee rules there's evidence to impeach Vice President Duterte</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/philippines-vice-president-sara-duterte-impeachment-r02294"/><id>urn:uuid:3fd5aa5a-75dc-4384-aa80-73fdadd10c3e</id><updated>2026-04-29T07:29:09.607-04:00</updated><summary>A Philippine congressional committee has found probable cause to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte.</summary></entry><entry><title>High-octane muscle: Edmunds compares the Ford Mustang and Dodge Charger</title><author><name> By BRADLEY IGER of Edmunds</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/ford-mustang-dodge-charger-muscle-cars-t92085"/><id>urn:uuid:8ac573ad-bf2d-4bbd-9ea1-ca88348bbadc</id><updated>2026-04-29T07:23:48.307-04:00</updated><summary>The Ford Mustang and Dodge Charger have been trading barbs since the 1960s, but the latest iterations of these brawny coupes take distinctly different approaches to the modern muscle car formula.</summary></entry><entry><title>Far from the original in Philadelphia, these fans hunt for the Liberty Bell replica in each state</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/liberty-bell-replicas-america-250-w66853"/><id>urn:uuid:d9abd77c-ffb4-42df-92bf-9db7e7e29fd7</id><updated>2026-04-29T07:12:59.477-04:00</updated><summary>If you can't visit the original Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, you might find a dead ringer nearby.</summary></entry><entry><title>Correspondents dinner shooter case raises concerns about train security</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/amtrak-trump-correspondents-train-guns-security-o90652"/><id>urn:uuid:2d73beb3-668b-423c-887d-86fdc35409f1</id><updated>2026-04-29T07:03:41.814-04:00</updated><summary>Union representatives and safety consultants say the case of the man charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at a media dinner is the latest example of someone allegedly trying to use the country's passenger trains to smuggle guns for an attack.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Trump rejects Iran's latest proposal as Democrats confront Hegseth over war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-israel-us-lebanon-latest-april-29-2026-h62173"/><id>urn:uuid:62d3dbb8-882b-4431-b503-d0f682ca4df7</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:48:23.319-04:00</updated><summary>Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced nearly six hours of questioning Wednesday from House lawmakers for the first time since President Donald Trump's administration launched the war against Iran.</summary></entry><entry><title>Beijing clamps down on drones: Sales banned citywide from May 1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/beijing-ban-drones-sales-j64514"/><id>urn:uuid:a5045229-8ec5-4bf0-a35f-ac1b052f43b0</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:46:30.513-04:00</updated><summary>Beijing is banning the sale of all drones within city limits starting May 1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Slovak top court upholds 21-year sentence for man who tried to assassinate Prime Minister Fico</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/slovakia-trial-fico-assassination-appeal-verdict-q92204"/><id>urn:uuid:d5d911cc-c89f-46c9-a78f-6564390c59d8</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:38:37.338-04:00</updated><summary>Slovakia's Supreme Court has upheld a lower court ruling that convicted a man in the attempted assassination of the country's leader nearly two years ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>Another Russian oil facility burns as Zelenskyy touts Ukraine's drone reach</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-perm-oil-facility-fire-drones-k60066"/><id>urn:uuid:5295eed5-2e5c-4e37-bba3-dd69406666f4</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:37:06.680-04:00</updated><summary>Ukraine is claiming responsibility for a drone attack on a distant Russian oil facility.</summary></entry><entry><title>Search suspended for 5 missing crew of ship that overturned near Northern Marianas during typhoon</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/search-suspended-missing-ship-mariana-typhoon-e18167"/><id>urn:uuid:a90d7d42-6754-43a9-bf8a-2c675c58ed1e</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:31:16.122-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities say they've suspended the search for missing five crew members of a cargo ship that overturned near the Northern Mariana Islands during a typhoon in the Pacific Ocean.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran's highly enriched uranium likely is still at the Isfahan site, UN nuclear chief tells AP</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-nuclear-uranium-grossi-iaea-isfahan-trump-e31407"/><id>urn:uuid:2ba1f3ee-5049-4942-8a25-7384895bd8a3</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:21:18.671-04:00</updated><summary>The head of the U.N. nuclear agency says the majority of Iran's highly enriched uranium is still believed to be at its Isfahan nuclear complex.</summary></entry><entry><title>England, Chelsea defender Millie Bright retires from soccer because of injuries</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/millie-bright-retires-chelsea-england-women-h31013"/><id>urn:uuid:3250f2dc-5f5a-442a-9503-153e3f0a4e7b</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:16:10.241-04:00</updated><summary>Former England defender Millie Bright has announced her retirement from soccer with immediate effect at the age of 32 and says she has been "playing injured for the last six years."</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran's rial currency hits record low as a shaky ceasefire with the US and Israel holds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-us-war-ceasefire-rial-currency-x62648"/><id>urn:uuid:6d78b0ec-32be-4dab-875a-492e2ea615cd</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:15:25.687-04:00</updated><summary>Iran's national rial currency has hit a record low of 1.8 to the dollar as a shaky ceasefire with the U.S. and Israel holds.</summary></entry><entry><title>A barge carrying Timmy the humpback whale journeys to the North Sea</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/germany-denmark-timmy-humpback-whale-north-sea-q76160"/><id>urn:uuid:9e2a5f40-46ed-4e7b-8b3a-4daa41aa58e6</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:13:06.447-04:00</updated><summary>A barge carrying a stranded humpback whale nicknamed Timmy has begun its journey toward the North Sea.</summary></entry><entry><title>Toulouse coach Carles Martínez Novell to leave French club after 3 seasons in charge</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/toulouse-coach-martinez-novell-ligue-1-f63932"/><id>urn:uuid:de22eb98-6081-4f7d-af30-b337cbb0f192</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:09:08.824-04:00</updated><summary>Toulouse coach Carles Martínez Novell is leaving the French club at the end of the Ligue 1 season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lebanon detains ex-Palestinian envoy at Beirut airport on corruption charges</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lebanon-palestinian-ambassador-detained-corruption-ashraf-dabbour-b26802"/><id>urn:uuid:ce14d58e-3697-482f-81e5-beb5b9ee7088</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:04:19.569-04:00</updated><summary>Lebanese authorities have detained the former Palestinian ambassador to Lebanon on corruption charges.</summary></entry><entry><title>How 'scalpel' changes to F1 will change the racing at the Miami Grand Prix</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/f1-regulations-miami-rule-changes-e51740"/><id>urn:uuid:16789781-b887-4826-9a40-ba4fa976bc1b</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:02:31.796-04:00</updated><summary>This week's Miami Grand Prix is the first test of a package of Formula 1 changes that curb the influence of the electrical battery power which has redefined how F1 drivers go racing in 2026.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wild going home against Stars with chance to advance in NHL playoffs for 1st time since 2015</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-wild-stars-game-6-y26766"/><id>urn:uuid:dc0ae0bb-f00f-4e66-8d34-f4a5aba12669</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:01:43.112-04:00</updated><summary>The Minnesota Wild are going home with a chance to advance in the NHL playoffs for the first time since 2015.</summary></entry><entry><title>This year's World Cup games could be sizzling. Here's what's being done to prepare for extreme heat</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/world-cup-climate-change-extreme-heat-safety-soccer-n03451"/><id>urn:uuid:e610b997-ec1b-48cc-b5f0-5b33e9e76457</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:01:02.812-04:00</updated><summary>The 2022 World Cup tournament in Qatar was moved from summer to winter because of the threat of extreme heat.</summary></entry><entry><title>Spurs lack of postseason experience has little impact as they advance in first playoffs since 2019</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/spurs-second-round-suns-nba-playoffs-y82961"/><id>urn:uuid:14a56533-3a53-4502-9ddd-f0c59667534c</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:00:51.619-04:00</updated><summary>The San Antonio Spurs lack of postseason experience was not much of a factor in their first playoff series since 2019.</summary></entry><entry><title>Big Ten takes the top spot for first-rounders, while SEC sets record for total players drafted</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-a39921"/><id>urn:uuid:39df797d-03f3-42d7-9fbd-766c861a31f5</id><updated>2026-04-29T06:00:40.130-04:00</updated><summary>The SEC's reign as the kings of the first round of the NFL draft was toppled by the Big Ten.</summary></entry><entry><title>EU chief warns billions could be wasted if energy aid is not well targeted as the Iran war bites</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/eu-energy-iran-war-renewables-russia-crisis-y80975"/><id>urn:uuid:cd5809a5-aca2-405d-b9fe-81439cc4627b</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:56:28.128-04:00</updated><summary>European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is warning EU countries to focus their energy aid on vulnerable households and industries.</summary></entry><entry><title>Europol task force nets 280 arrests as 'violence for hire' spreads across Europe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/europol-crime-violence-arrests-europe-f37943"/><id>urn:uuid:8ac65837-8461-4a2c-b4ff-3f6aa6a46416</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:34:51.516-04:00</updated><summary>European Union police agency Europol says that an international task force formed to crack down on violence as a criminal service has led to 280 arrests in its first year.</summary></entry><entry><title>German police arrest Kazakh national suspected of ties to Russian intelligence</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/germany-russia-defense-intelligence-kazakh-sergei-j25136"/><id>urn:uuid:b1b7cb68-186e-4d4a-93c2-462cf4fc3e80</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:21:54.547-04:00</updated><summary>German police have arrested a Kazakh national suspected of spying for Russia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colombians are divided over the fate of hippos linked to Pablo Escobar</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/colombia-hippos-magdalena-river-s07017"/><id>urn:uuid:67f69f18-530d-4c7d-b82a-7c5c21f98bfb</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:21:41.416-04:00</updated><summary>In Colombia, hippos introduced by Pablo Escobar in the 1980s have become a major issue.</summary></entry><entry><title>FIFA to pay out $100M in extra cash to help cover World Cup teams' costs in North America</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fifa-world-cup-prize-money-raise-r66617"/><id>urn:uuid:34ad61f0-67bc-4fb2-bcef-d1d245be8da8</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:20:14.153-04:00</updated><summary>FIFA is paying out more than $100 million in extra cash to World Cup teams to help cover higher-than-expected costs of being in North America.</summary></entry><entry><title>Memorial Day weekend events on Long Island</title><author><name>Lynn Petry</name><email>lynn.petry@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/holidays/memorial-day/memorial-day-weekend-events-rcis0nhd"/><id>urn:uuid:871c5856-bd8b-4464-a169-a9bb4c69eb67</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Enjoy family-friendly Memorial Day carnivals and festivals with rides, games and food.</summary></entry><entry><title>Islanders offseason roster analysis, Part 2: Defense</title><author><name>Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/isles-offseason-roster-analysis-defense-k7ne8etd"/><id>urn:uuid:d8f9352f-5aab-40a1-b2bd-e3e095929b64</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Can GM Mathieu Darche afford to run it back with the same projected top six that includes four players 31 or older?</summary></entry><entry><title>After NTSB report on LGA crash, time for Port Authority to make airports safer</title><author><name>The Editorial Board</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/editorials/laguardia-air-canada-ntsb-port-authority-f1p4bfq6"/><id>urn:uuid:69e07207-6eb5-4090-b2a2-c689cb8ca386</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The NTSB's preliminary findings center around three key issues.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island Trading Card Game Show returns to Nassau Coliseum</title><author><name>David J. Criblez</name><email>david.criblez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/long-island-events/li-tcg-show-i1qfuztp"/><id>urn:uuid:e7bb0ea2-49e2-4379-a015-f1e4cdc0e36e</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Explore the biggest trading card event in Nassau and Suffolk counties, with 400 vendors, special guests and live performances.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ugly Dumpling, Phenix Salon Suites plan New Hyde Park locations</title><author><name>Tory N. Parrish</name><email>tory.parrish@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/ugly-dumpling-phenix-salon-suites-new-hyde-park-lake-success-shopping-center-bwyde1yi"/><id>urn:uuid:b69b2beb-53d0-4a23-a7c2-80f4e8342a1c</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The Ugly Dumpling chain plans to enter the Long Island market by July with three eateries, including the one planned for New Hyde Park, a spokeswoman said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Calverton plume at ex-Grumman site is more extensive than Navy acknowledges, Suffolk testing shows</title><author><name>Tara Smith</name><email>tara.smith@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/peconic-river-manorville-chemical-plume-us-navy-calverton-u2rpas30"/><id>urn:uuid:573ab44e-d52c-4d9e-a701-e34b6cb57973</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The county study shows that hazardous and in some cases carcinogenic chemicals are migrating directly toward the estuary. A Navy spokesman pushed back on the findings.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steve Matthews' Kentucky Derby 2026 horse-by-horse analysis</title><author><name>Steve Matthews</name><email>steve.matthews@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/2026-kentucky-derby-picks-steve-matthews-x3j42pgr"/><id>urn:uuid:d7462917-2b87-43dd-a018-47b2e586ed91</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A look at the field of 20 for this Saturday's Triple Crown race at Churchill Downs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Court date postponed again for Smithtown church ticketed for Christmas tree sales</title><author><name>Jean-Paul Salamanca</name><email>jeanpaul.salamanca@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/church-smithtown-delay-court-date-cm7qprsk"/><id>urn:uuid:19a8a90d-8599-4ffa-8476-57628528da57</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Village of the Branch ticketed the church late last year over the location of the decades-old Christmas fundraiser.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Swell, popular West Babylon waterfront restaurant, closes amid dispute with town</title><author><name>Denise M. Bonilla</name><email>denise.bonilla@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/south-swell-closes-west-babylon-r5i1ppa6"/><id>urn:uuid:23832b50-a1ab-4f01-a733-8aed969937c9</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>South Swell, a seasonal taco spot in West Babylon, won't reopen for the summer, according to its Instagram account.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gen Zers often have multiple streams of income. What happens when they buy a house?</title><author><name>Rachel Weiss</name><email>rachel.weiss@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/gen-z-buy-house-influencer-slime-qyabmio0"/><id>urn:uuid:d560a663-c8f9-4189-887e-a6e0c5c87e09</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>This couple closed on their first home for $820,000 last December. Here's how they made it work.</summary></entry><entry><title>Thoughts on Trump assassination try, Kimmel 'joke,' more</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/trump-assassination-attempt-kimmel-zeldin-nys-troopers-aynqilfw"/><id>urn:uuid:5088765b-3bad-4649-9f52-13fc1f0f839f</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>West Hempstead teacher rolls out innovative ninth-grade assessment</title><author><name>Beth Whitehouse</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/west-hempstead-teacher-erin-geiger-hker3yz0"/><id>urn:uuid:b3a69872-b00b-4c99-bc37-ef0e15fa41aa</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Her new project-based initiative engages students in deep historical exploration.</summary></entry><entry><title>3 things to expect in Game 6: Knicks will have a closing attitude</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-hawks-game-6-expectations-jalen-brunson-asbr3gls"/><id>urn:uuid:61ee257b-2809-400d-805e-5725fed0b5b4</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>If Jalen Brunson has figured out the answers to what the Hawks are trying to do to slow him, this might be over.</summary></entry><entry><title>Islip school district plans to pierce its 2026-27 tax levy cap</title><author><name>Dandan Zou</name><email>dandan.zou@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/islip-school-district-property-taxes-cz3p2elw"/><id>urn:uuid:b8d02af4-5acc-42df-87d9-e5d5bbedc189</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The Islip school board has adopted a budget for 2026-27 that would raise its property tax levy by 2.85%.</summary></entry><entry><title>What a Newsday food critic would order: Our top 10 menu hacks</title><author><name>Andi Berlin, Erica Marcus and&amp;nbsp;Marie Elena Martinez&amp;nbsp;</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/food-critic-menu-hacks-vljbjdxr"/><id>urn:uuid:cd260ae3-4ca1-490a-98a2-b8f8b9e38159</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>At a Mexican restaurant? Try the enchiladas. A pizzeria? The Margherita pie is the ultimate test.</summary></entry><entry><title>Some building permits on hold in Levittown as officials consider tightening house size limits</title><author><name>Ted Phillips</name><email>ted.phillips@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/levittown-house-size-rules-b6txepab"/><id>urn:uuid:c2f968b9-26d9-4d6f-b27a-d187a0dd7f6d</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The hearing on a proposed zoning change to reduce the allowable building area for houses in Levittown drew a standing-room-only crowd.</summary></entry><entry><title>New Levittown Dunkin' puts focus on drive-thru customers</title><author><name>Celia Young</name><email>celia.young@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/dunkin-levittown-drive-thru-nbi968om"/><id>urn:uuid:d4dfcb62-932b-4b82-be85-fd4c3f18a456</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The newly opened Levittown store, which has no indoor seating, will have a grand opening on Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankees prospect George Lombard Jr. promoted to Triple-A</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-george-lombard-promotion-btoqqj03"/><id>urn:uuid:000e1fc2-1158-4785-932f-3bf767cd8c13</id><updated>2026-04-29T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The 20-year-old was hitting .324 with a 1.008 OPS at Double-A Somerset in 19 games.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Korean court sentences ex-President Yoon to 7 years for charges including resisting arrest</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-korea-yoon-appeals-court-martial-law-y81727"/><id>urn:uuid:4e94bde4-6633-4afb-9bf4-a8a494ab145b</id><updated>2026-04-29T04:35:00.958-04:00</updated><summary>A South Korean appeals court on Wednesday sentenced ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol to seven years in prison for resisting arrest and bypassing a legitimate Cabinet meeting before his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ferragamo expands leather mapping efforts as EU sustainability rules take shape</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ferragamo-sustainable-fashion-italy-leather-q79723"/><id>urn:uuid:213452e1-12a9-4ae9-bab6-21276ae6377f</id><updated>2026-04-29T04:23:13.005-04:00</updated><summary>Salvatore Ferragamo is mapping the origin of much of the leather used in its products.</summary></entry><entry><title>Anonymous tip system started in wake of Sandy Hook shooting has fielded nearly 400,000 reports</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/school-shootings-prevention-sandy-hook-g82298"/><id>urn:uuid:4515154a-c103-40cd-9f23-70efeb0d9c43</id><updated>2026-04-29T04:10:42.157-04:00</updated><summary>A group formed in the aftermath of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting has traveled the country trying to prevent such violence from happening.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kosovo heads for another early election in a prolonged political crisis</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/kosovo-snap-election-crisis-g77447"/><id>urn:uuid:c888a5d7-22da-4dad-b392-dd0cf7218cb5</id><updated>2026-04-29T04:10:04.463-04:00</updated><summary>Kosovo is heading for its second early election in just several months after lawmakers repeatedly failed to elect a new president.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russia to hold a Victory Day parade without military equipment for the 1st time in nearly 2 decades</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-victory-day-parade-u81541"/><id>urn:uuid:e3a91539-836e-450a-8b28-ae67df04ad87</id><updated>2026-04-29T04:06:11.069-04:00</updated><summary>The Russian Defense Ministry says the traditional Victory Day parade will take place without military equipment.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arsenal and Atletico exchange penalty goals in 1-1 draw in 1st leg of Champions League semifinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/atletico-madrid-arsenal-champions-league-h22744"/><id>urn:uuid:61053f29-3e60-4012-b83a-4ba49dc98f1d</id><updated>2026-04-29T03:48:30.405-04:00</updated><summary>Atletico Madrid and Arsenal have drawn 1-1 in the first leg of the Champions League semifinals.</summary></entry><entry><title>EU says Meta is failing to keep underage users off Facebook and Instagram</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/meta-instagram-facebook-european-union-digital-d86441"/><id>urn:uuid:51255ca1-16c1-4d8a-ac67-9498e6ebc3a8</id><updated>2026-04-29T03:44:07.227-04:00</updated><summary>The European Union says Meta is failing to keep underage users from accessing Facebook and Instagram.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trial begins for 4 Indonesian service members charged over acid attack on activist</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/indonesia-military-court-acid-attack-l91641"/><id>urn:uuid:b21d5025-0036-4093-bf0a-e74db4c50e9b</id><updated>2026-04-29T03:32:59.866-04:00</updated><summary>An Indonesian military court has opened the trial of four service members accused of carrying out an acid attack on a prominent human rights activist.</summary></entry><entry><title>Critically endangered antelopes return to Kenya from Czech zoo</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/kenya-mountain-bongos-endangered-czech-u97006"/><id>urn:uuid:efb92c8d-1aa9-45e8-b8d2-aa092f780751</id><updated>2026-04-29T02:58:00.325-04:00</updated><summary>Four critically endangered mountain bongos arrived in Kenya on their way to their native forests after years in the care of a zoo in the Czech Republic.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sudan's war leaves Khartoum with unexploded mines and other weapons</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sudan-mines-war-children-i78417"/><id>urn:uuid:9cbd7046-890d-430a-a033-40ead61677f5</id><updated>2026-04-29T02:11:00.390-04:00</updated><summary>Three years of war have left Sudan's capital studded with unexploded land mines and other weapons that have killed and maimed residents as they try to rebuild their lives.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bobby Witt Jr. hits 3-run homer in 10th to lift Royals over Athletics 4-1 for 4th straight win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/royals-athletics-score-witt-perez-i43774"/><id>urn:uuid:e4914cbc-92d1-49af-844d-931573b330d9</id><updated>2026-04-29T01:35:43.672-04:00</updated><summary>Bobby Witt Jr. hit a three-run homer in the 10th inning, Salvador Perez had a solo shot and the Kansas City Royals beat the Athletics 4-1 for their fourth straight victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Draisaitl's 2 goals lift the Oilers past the Ducks 4-1 to stave off elimination</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/oilers-ducks-score-n01514"/><id>urn:uuid:12ac0f75-7284-434b-83bb-afd7fb4a73f5</id><updated>2026-04-29T01:29:06.449-04:00</updated><summary>Leon Draisaitl scored a pair of goals and Evan Bouchard chipped in with three assists as the Edmonton Oilers staved off elimination by beating the Anaheim Ducks 4-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Janson Junk shuts down Dodgers and outduels Shohei Ohtani as Marlins snap 3-game skid with 2-1 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-marlins-score-ohtani-junk-s28543"/><id>urn:uuid:30b91e19-604b-453c-8e8e-cdf2b890a51d</id><updated>2026-04-29T01:07:18.560-04:00</updated><summary>Janson Junk scattered three hits over six scoreless innings, pitching the Miami Marlins to a 2-1 win over Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Barbara Barker: Knicks turnaround is keeping fans' heads spinning</title><author><name>Barbara Barker</name><email>barbara.barker@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/barbara-barker/knicks-hawks-big-picture-lnyjnl0l"/><id>urn:uuid:2bd96bcd-d9bd-404e-b461-223c1751bca9</id><updated>2026-04-29T01:00:50.765-04:00</updated><summary>They seem to be on much firmer footing since bottoming out in their Game 3 loss of this series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pete Crow-Armstrong hits 3-run homer and Cubs beat Padres 8-3 to stop 3-game slide</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-padres-score-pete-crowarmstrong-i71708"/><id>urn:uuid:078b2dd5-7de3-4d2d-9374-6c5c359fd08c</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:57:30.033-04:00</updated><summary>Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a three-run homer and the Chicago Cubs beat the San Diego Padres 8-3 to stop their three-game slide.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wembanyama's double-double powers Spurs past Trail Blazers and into Western Conference semifinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/trail-blazers-spurs-score-x00363"/><id>urn:uuid:699c2f2c-a032-496d-a5d7-932472ddc59d</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:41:38.075-04:00</updated><summary>Victor Wembanyama had 17 points, 14 rebounds and six blocks, and the San Antonio Spurs never trailed in eliminating the Portland Trail Blazers with a 114-95 victory in Game 5 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oil prices keep spurting higher, but US stocks hold near their records</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/stock-markets-opec-trump-oil-iran-rates-k21233"/><id>urn:uuid:5b7196d4-1460-405f-aa68-d94bad0f54fb</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:36:09.418-04:00</updated><summary>More jumps for oil prices sent tremors through the bond market, along with hints that some Federal Reserve officials don't want to cut interest rates any time soon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hegseth faces withering questions about Iran in first congressional appearance since war began</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hegseth-caine-iran-war-congress-military-budget-c90773"/><id>urn:uuid:91b14ed9-d174-42c9-894e-c97d2bee182d</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:25:47.567-04:00</updated><summary>Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced withering questioning in his first appearance before Congress since the Trump administration went to war against Iran.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ohtani strikes out 9 over 6 innings in 2nd pitching-only performance for Dodgers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/shohei-ohtani-dodgers-marlins-u64170"/><id>urn:uuid:d42e2ebb-012b-4b1e-a56d-9bfb2385eaa6</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:24:29.016-04:00</updated><summary>Shohei Ohtani struck out nine in six effective innings Tuesday night and did not bat for the Los Angeles Dodgers, his second start on the mound this season without hitting.</summary></entry><entry><title>Janet Mills has the resume for her Senate bid. Is that enough to win over Maine's Democratic voters?</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/maine-senate-election-mills-platner-collins-i08493"/><id>urn:uuid:a8955629-5e1e-4d00-a6aa-031b2f0c5eab</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:21:20.681-04:00</updated><summary>Maine Gov. Janet Mills has decades of experience in public office and the backing of the party establishment as she seeks the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court mulls Trump administration push to end protections for migrants from Haiti and Syria</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/immigration-supreme-court-haiti-syria-tps-j64349"/><id>urn:uuid:2ec86ddf-620a-4320-9879-4f608540763e</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:19:20.501-04:00</updated><summary>The Supreme Court has heard arguments in a case about the Trump administration's push to end legal protections for migrants fleeing war and natural disaster.</summary></entry><entry><title>King Charles III and Queen Camilla honor 9/11 victims on visit to New York</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/king-charles-queen-camilla-nyc-us-visit-q54457"/><id>urn:uuid:69080ee2-9f97-4a4e-9705-545c51728e4a</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:14:25.933-04:00</updated><summary>King Charles III and Queen Camilla have begun their trip to New York City with a visit to the National 9/11 Memorial, honoring victims of the 2001 attacks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rare earth mining is poisoning Mekong River tributaries, threatening 'the world's kitchen'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/rare-toxin-asia-food-energy-rivers-n27355"/><id>urn:uuid:50fc6e9b-3877-42e6-b246-49d9bb66a6ed</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:07:46.070-04:00</updated><summary>Toxic runoff from rare earth mines in Myanmar is contaminating rivers that flow into Thailand, threatening the Mekong River and its basin's fisheries and farmland.</summary></entry><entry><title>Many Democrats are stressed out by the news. They still can't turn away, a new poll finds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/democrats-republicans-poll-news-media-politics-trump-e63075"/><id>urn:uuid:b9f45751-ad55-4146-9c3f-989649b7696b</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:06:38.709-04:00</updated><summary>A new AP-NORC survey finds that most U_S_ adults try to avoid news stories about President Donald Trump at least "sometimes."</summary></entry><entry><title>Powell plans to remain on Fed board, cites legal actions by Trump administration</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/powell-warsh-trump-federal-reserve-inflation-m07923"/><id>urn:uuid:0d894c07-30aa-4ef6-9031-3a69cbf636ea</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:06:04.100-04:00</updated><summary>Jerome Powell plans to remain on the board of the Federal Reserve after his term as chair ends next month "for an undetermined period of time," saying the "unprecedented" legal attacks by the Trump administration have put the independence of the nation's central bank at risk.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why the workouts of Formula 1 drivers might help computer users with 'tech neck'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/computer-neck-pain-racing-drivers-exercises-p05012"/><id>urn:uuid:07106450-825a-4a63-8b5c-55dad43d1b22</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:05:32.366-04:00</updated><summary>A strong neck helps if you drive a car at a speed of 200 mph.</summary></entry><entry><title>What to know about singer D4vd and the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/d4vd-celeste-rivas-hernandez-charges-murder-hearing-a33108"/><id>urn:uuid:5f699914-804f-4280-803e-8e6bf9de5510</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:04:39.940-04:00</updated><summary>Singer D4vd, pronounced "David," is charged with killing and dismembering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.</summary></entry><entry><title>In one state, voters will get to decide whether to eliminate the income tax. Will more follow?</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/income-tax-repeal-missouri-sales-ballot-g00541"/><id>urn:uuid:e1094627-5c0c-4b44-93c8-3302642d686c</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:04:27.991-04:00</updated><summary>Do you prefer to pay income taxes or sales taxes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oakland attributes a 6-decade low in homicides, in part, to life coaches</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/oakland-california-homicide-life-coaches-c85055"/><id>urn:uuid:e08bf72a-ddac-49e7-a372-7f3668bf9478</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:03:03.408-04:00</updated><summary>The California city of Oakland has driven homicides to historic lows by offering services including life coaches to people most likely to get pulled into gang-related shootings.</summary></entry><entry><title>House takes step toward funding Homeland Security as White House warns money will 'soon run out'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/tsa-homeland-security-immigration-deportations-funding-j90671"/><id>urn:uuid:1ca87348-83c6-4e4b-8274-f9f5070f73e0</id><updated>2026-04-29T00:02:30.645-04:00</updated><summary>The House has taken a crucial step toward funding the Department of Homeland Security.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ángel Correa scores in the 33rd and Tigres beats Nashville 1-0 in a CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/tigres-nashville-score-l65033"/><id>urn:uuid:0ed06ca7-9264-41e8-8c37-765bc44e2662</id><updated>2026-04-28T23:55:30.291-04:00</updated><summary>Ángel Correa scored in the 33rd minute, Nahuel Guzman made four saves and Tigres beat Nashville 1-0 in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brewers' Chad Patrick briefly deals with vision trouble before staying in game and earning the win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/chad-patrick-brewers-n95770"/><id>urn:uuid:50b6923c-66ea-4fef-9d98-c1a1b2c13a17</id><updated>2026-04-28T23:52:56.352-04:00</updated><summary>Milwaukee pitcher Chad Patrick experienced vision trouble that caused the Brewers' training staff to check with him on the mound before the second inning of a 13-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dodgers' Blake Snell strikes out 6 in 3 scoreless innings in second rehab start</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-blake-snell-rehab-start-l72613"/><id>urn:uuid:1b015fc5-555c-4134-ac68-d4a020341adc</id><updated>2026-04-28T23:33:49.697-04:00</updated><summary>Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell struck out six over three scoreless innings in his second minor league rehab start.</summary></entry><entry><title>Romo hits first 2 career home runs as White Sox beat Soriano and Angels, 5-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/angels-white-sox-score-romo-soriano-w58305"/><id>urn:uuid:88c76ba5-6b3f-4a20-b49a-13fa4f1dd224</id><updated>2026-04-28T23:29:11.623-04:00</updated><summary>Drew Romo hit the first two home runs of his career — one from each side of the plate — as the Chicago White Sox beat the skidding Los Angeles Angels 5-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Celtics' disastrous 4th quarter helps Sixers close series gap to 3-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/celtics-playoffs-76ers-jaylen-brown-w80427"/><id>urn:uuid:4a72c504-c6d4-48d8-9ac4-aa2e711c4637</id><updated>2026-04-28T23:28:58.948-04:00</updated><summary>The Celtics took the 76ers' best punches in the first three quarters of their Game 5 matchup with Philadelphia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas tornado leaves 5 injured, buildings collapsed and homes without roofs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/texas-storms-buildings-flattened-mineral-wells-d17577"/><id>urn:uuid:b5dc89d7-370b-4235-a420-b49a0cd5b789</id><updated>2026-04-28T23:20:48.904-04:00</updated><summary>Officials have confirmed a tornado with winds of at least 120 mph tore through a small Texas city where manufacturing buildings got flattened and roofs were torn from homes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Heisman runner-up Pavia agrees to sign with the Ravens as an undrafted free agent, an AP source says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/diego-pavia-baltimore-ravens-m65946"/><id>urn:uuid:7a2d75cc-f32c-47b8-84f9-506922de4072</id><updated>2026-04-28T23:16:02.906-04:00</updated><summary>A person with knowledge of the decision says Heisman Trophy runner-up Diego Pavia of Vanderbilt has agreed to sign with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent.</summary></entry><entry><title>Barbara Barker: Knicks' Mikal Bridges value should show if they meet Celtics in next round</title><author><name>Barbara Barker</name><email>barbara.barker@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/barbara-barker/knicks-ojpnwsnl"/><id>urn:uuid:2e37b0d0-879c-4ca5-9714-64c6ce101025</id><updated>2026-04-28T23:15:32.391-04:00</updated><summary>Mikal Bridges is much more valuable countering a finesse team like Boston.</summary></entry><entry><title>Matt Boldy and Wild go home with chance to clinch series after beating Stars 4-2 in Game 5</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-wild-stars-score-h99979"/><id>urn:uuid:2af27eff-668b-4a17-ae84-9709ca04737b</id><updated>2026-04-28T23:04:00.635-04:00</updated><summary>Matt Boldy scored the tiebreaking power-play goal in the final minute of the second period and the Minnesota Wild beat the Dallas Stars 4-2 for a 3-2 lead in the first-round Western Conference series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Knicks' Jalen Brunson scores 39 points in 29-point Game 5 win over Hawks at MSG</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-hawks-game-5-jj8j1yv8"/><id>urn:uuid:561315e6-37ba-42e1-95fb-3bc55a429b1a</id><updated>2026-04-28T22:51:21.167-04:00</updated><summary>Jalen Brunson finished the night 15-for-23 from the field and added eight assists to give the Knicks a 3-2 series lead.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sal Frelick ends Brewers' home-run drought in 13-2 blowout of Diamondbacks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/diamondbacks-brewers-score-v76981"/><id>urn:uuid:0864282d-78b8-4465-9087-5fc82b99126d</id><updated>2026-04-28T22:43:06.556-04:00</updated><summary>Sal Frelick hit a solo shot to end Milwaukee's stretch of seven straight games without a homer and Tyler Black went 3 for 5 with three RBIs as the Brewers trounced the Arizona Diamondbacks 13-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Julio Rodriguez has 3 doubles, Josh Naylor homers as Mariners beat Twins 7-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-twins-score-x28340"/><id>urn:uuid:0730a736-9ad6-40cf-b714-2adb35846f65</id><updated>2026-04-28T22:42:46.066-04:00</updated><summary>Julio Rodriguez hit three doubles, scored twice and drove in two runs, and Josh Naylor had a homer and four RBIs as the Seattle Mariners beat the Minnesota Twins 7-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>High school roundup: Lacrosse, baseball, softball, badminton and track and field results</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/high-school-roundup-vvf10fed"/><id>urn:uuid:f16ab1d1-8069-43fe-8d34-7a075f797fe9</id><updated>2026-04-28T22:28:49.388-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of Long Island high school sporting events from Monday and Tuesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bruce Cassidy surprised by Golden Knights' firing and sounds ready to return to coaching</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/cassidy-golden-knights-tortorella-mccrimmon-n57397"/><id>urn:uuid:ca427746-bbbc-4c4e-bf77-57f403d24362</id><updated>2026-04-28T22:16:41.303-04:00</updated><summary>Former Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy said Tuesday he was surprised at his late-season firing.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bruins' Lindholm scores tying goal to force overtime in Boston's first-round series against Buffalo</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/bruins-sabres-playoffs-score-a58275"/><id>urn:uuid:4f43cbdf-3e45-4d2e-9b85-dbd49a2afebc</id><updated>2026-04-28T22:14:22.141-04:00</updated><summary>Elias Lindholm scored midway though the second period, and the Boston Bruins and Buffalo Sabres are tied at 1 entering overtime of Game 5 of their first-round playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Martín Pérez throws 5 scoreless innings as Braves beat Tigers 5-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/braves-tigers-score-j43544"/><id>urn:uuid:4c622323-4529-46eb-8eea-4031e2ffb154</id><updated>2026-04-28T22:05:02.005-04:00</updated><summary>Martín Pérez threw five scoreless innings and the Atlanta Braves beat Detroit 5-2 for their 11th win in their last 13 games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gorman, Burleson and Walker drive in 3 runs apiece to lead Cardinals over Pirates 11-7</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cardinals-pirates-scores-k38284"/><id>urn:uuid:96459b9f-d74c-4be3-980c-bb3949c47e08</id><updated>2026-04-28T22:01:11.368-04:00</updated><summary>Nolan Gorman homered and drove in three runs and Alec Burleson and Jordan Walker drove in three runs apiece to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to an 11-7 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trey Yesavage has a sharp season debut as Blue Jays beat Red Sox 3-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-blue-jays-score-h60401"/><id>urn:uuid:d7697904-aefe-4ecd-959d-275cfa3d034b</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:49:41.365-04:00</updated><summary>Trey Yesavage pitched into the sixth inning in a sharp season debut, Kazuma Okamoto drove in two runs and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 3-0.</summary></entry><entry><title>Joel Embiid scores 33 as 76ers beat Celtics 113-97 in Game 5 to keep their season alive</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/76ers-celtics-score-e63430"/><id>urn:uuid:62964fe7-88e5-4331-bd06-d708d4664b78</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:48:43.385-04:00</updated><summary>Joel Embiid scored 33 points, Tyrese Maxey had 25 points and 10 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers avoided elimination, beating the Boston Celtics 113-97 in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>White Sox right fielder Pereira leaves game against Angels with right shoulder soreness</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-everson-pereira-t99256"/><id>urn:uuid:e80c672d-3617-4162-8749-94e22925bc2a</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:42:47.120-04:00</updated><summary>Chicago White Sox right fielder Everson Pereira left Tuesday night's game against the Los Angeles Angles with right shoulder soreness.</summary></entry><entry><title>De La Cruz and Burns power the Reds to a 7-2 victory over the Rockies</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/colorado-rockies-cincinnati-reds-score-mls-c49990"/><id>urn:uuid:d437c453-032c-4fe8-9e7e-64c755d86a6c</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:36:13.420-04:00</updated><summary>Elly De La Cruz homered and drove in four runs and Chase Burns reached 100 strikeouts faster than any other Cincinnati pitcher as the Reds beat the Colorado Rockies 7-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kings Park softball's Katherine Krayewski, Avery Van Schuyler homer to power past Islip</title><author><name>Matt Lindsay</name><email>matt.lindsay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/softball/kings-park-softball-islip-suffolk-league-v-przjsspf"/><id>urn:uuid:a1b3aa30-31ac-4e5e-a81a-8c100b6d80e2</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:35:51.684-04:00</updated><summary>Krayewski's home run in sixth snapped a tie at 4, and Van Schuyler's two-run shot in the seventh provided some insurance.</summary></entry><entry><title>LaGuardia, other area airports getting crash-prevention transponders</title><author><name>Nicholas Grasso</name><email>nicholas.grasso@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/transponders-port-authority-laguardia-airport-air-canada-crash-wne4ccd0"/><id>urn:uuid:9a2ff96f-5706-4983-ad8b-7810a3c12720</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:33:32.680-04:00</updated><summary>The fire truck that collided with an Air Canada jet, killing the two pilots and injuring several passengers and crew, was not equipped with a transponder.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tracy Sturdivant, the Ms. Foundation's next leader, wants to expand the feminist funder's coalition</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ms-foundation-tracy-sturdivant-philanthropy-i45957"/><id>urn:uuid:63270b03-ac35-4aa9-af78-85ea4514aa60</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:33:12.292-04:00</updated><summary>Tracy Sturdivant will succeed Teresa Younger as the next president and CEO of the Ms. Foundation, the first national philanthropy run by and for women.</summary></entry><entry><title>St. Anthony's baseball's Jacob Vaccariello hits go-ahead homer to cap rally against Chaminade</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/baseball/chaminade-st-anthonys-baseball-jacob-vaccariello-b8x37e6p"/><id>urn:uuid:8b556d71-d070-40c5-8a9f-a8a17184bb66</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:31:28.600-04:00</updated><summary>CJ Alfano hit two home runs to help the Friars rally from a five-run deficit.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pete Alonso homers, Shane Baz earns first win as Orioles defeat Astros 5-3</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/astros-orioles-score-b00346"/><id>urn:uuid:5f62365c-33f3-4e28-bc7c-f785c85b82be</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:27:33.339-04:00</updated><summary>Pete Alonso homered, Adley Rutschman drove in two runs, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Houston Astros 5-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tennessee Titans president of football operations Chad Brinker steps down</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/titans-chad-brinker-steps-down-w50322"/><id>urn:uuid:a7aa5012-38fb-4071-b2ba-524acb87bedd</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:20:10.605-04:00</updated><summary>Tennessee Titans president of football operations Chad Brinker is leaving the organization to pursue other opportunities.</summary></entry><entry><title>Washington state says Geo Group refuses to let health inspectors into detention facility</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/immigration-detention-northwest-geo-group-a53658"/><id>urn:uuid:3f6c234a-b50a-4179-8ddd-ccf1d33a7b8b</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:19:52.368-04:00</updated><summary>Washington state has asked a federal judge to force private prison operator The Geo Group to allow health inspectors into its for-profit immigration detention center in Tacoma, which has been the subject of thousands of complaints from detainees in recent years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Knicks' watch party a cost-effective way to enjoy playoff atmosphere</title><author><name>Denis P. Gorman</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-r3hpilpk"/><id>urn:uuid:d9551945-419c-49d5-9462-5c2575386148</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:15:36.271-04:00</updated><summary>On this night, the watch party was contained to 33rd Street alongside the Garden.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mount Sinai boys lacrosse's Tommy Massaro scores four goals as offense erupts to beat Center Moriches</title><author><name>Brian Heyman</name><email>brian.heyman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-lacrosse/suffolk-boys-lacrosse-mount-sinai-at-center-moriches-lsead5kj"/><id>urn:uuid:450fc24d-0cdc-42e3-a1af-06012a9401d6</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:12:34.761-04:00</updated><summary>Dontae Spadaro added three goals and one assist and William Glandorf III had two goals and three assists in the Suffolk II victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Martinez pitches the Rays past the Guardians 1-0 for their 6th straight win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/guardians-rays-score-martinez-e83299"/><id>urn:uuid:cad97040-69c1-4af7-8a1f-effacc69f56a</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:10:32.396-04:00</updated><summary>Nick Martinez pitched three-hit ball into the eighth inning, Jonathan Aranda drove in a run for the third straight game and the Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 1-0 to extend their winning streak to six games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Afghan women's refugee team allowed to play in FIFA tournaments</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/afghanistan-women-refugee-soccer-team-fifa-a28503"/><id>urn:uuid:acd3d7a2-c160-441b-b45c-8e5e6a82d56d</id><updated>2026-04-28T21:07:36.139-04:00</updated><summary>An Afghanistan women's refugee team has been granted eligibility for international soccer competitions, some five years after national team players fled their country's Taliban rule.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dodgers acquire utilityman Tyler Fitzgerald from Blue Jays for cash</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-blue-jays-trade-tyler-fitzgerald-g18757"/><id>urn:uuid:7feb8147-8583-4120-aa63-6b58602435c7</id><updated>2026-04-28T20:46:47.085-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired utilityman Tyler Fitzgerald from the Toronto Blue Jays for cash in a deal between last year's World Series teams.</summary></entry><entry><title>Los Angeles Sparks hire Stacy Johns as president</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/los-angeles-sparks-president-l58689"/><id>urn:uuid:e151f7c5-5ba5-4dd0-825d-34485d481ed6</id><updated>2026-04-28T20:46:42.268-04:00</updated><summary>The WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks have hired Stacy Johns as president.</summary></entry><entry><title>Central Islip baseball snaps 40-game losing streak with victory in 'Strike Out Cancer' game</title><author><name>Mike Anderson</name><email>michael.anderson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/baseball/high-school-baseball-eq1l6ze4"/><id>urn:uuid:8e230b0c-3bc2-4828-a16f-2bac3e04dd6f</id><updated>2026-04-28T20:46:38.624-04:00</updated><summary>Last year's inaugural "Strike Out Cancer" game raised over $1,100, and this year's eclipsed $1,200.</summary></entry><entry><title>FIFA push for new red-card rules at World Cup approved after Champions League and AFCON incidents</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/ifab-red-card-mouth-covering-e01529"/><id>urn:uuid:47b5e9c6-297a-44dc-a892-294bc359e0de</id><updated>2026-04-28T20:44:07.082-04:00</updated><summary>Rules for showing red cards to players at the World Cup have been updated because of two controversies in international soccer this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lions pick up Jahmyr Gibbs' 5th-year option and decline option for Jack Campbell, AP source says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/lions-jahmyr-gibbs-dan-campbell-option-b02837"/><id>urn:uuid:9ed63468-f063-4946-9877-2b4a5abe3cf5</id><updated>2026-04-28T20:41:02.147-04:00</updated><summary>The Detroit Lions have picked up the fifth season of Pro Bowl running back Jahmyr Gibbs' contract and declined All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell's fifth-year option, according to a person familiar with the moves.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tigers' Casey Mize exits vs. Braves with groin tightness and Javier Báez leaves with foot injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/tigers-casey-mize-injury-r22374"/><id>urn:uuid:fa0a8dee-808c-49d8-8e48-dc093c40e960</id><updated>2026-04-28T20:31:28.721-04:00</updated><summary>Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Casey Mize and center fielder Javier Báez both left Tuesday night's game against the Atlanta Braves with injuries.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mexican man pleads guilty to impersonating Border Patrol agent to 'disrupt deportation missions'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ice-border-patrol-immigration-impersonation-o72116"/><id>urn:uuid:eb0a2326-8035-45df-9d5c-ef698945bd2b</id><updated>2026-04-28T20:26:27.777-04:00</updated><summary>A Mexican man in the United States has pleaded guilty to impersonating a Border Patrol agent and following federal immigration officers to divert them while they were out on immigration enforcement missions in Southern California.</summary></entry><entry><title>Erik Boland: Why Yankees are quietly high on pitching prospect Elmer Rodriguez</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/erik-boland/yankees-elmer-rodriguez-ll4fx2k8"/><id>urn:uuid:23c03193-fa84-4636-826a-3e25833423fe</id><updated>2026-04-28T20:26:07.983-04:00</updated><summary>Rodriguez, a 22-year-old righthander, is slated to make his big-league debut Wednesday afternoon in Texas.</summary></entry><entry><title>St. John's rejected by 7-1 center Massamba Diop, who chooses Gonzaga</title><author><name>Roger Rubin</name><email>roger.rubin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/st-johns/st-johns-massamba-diop-cgv4lesc"/><id>urn:uuid:406dc9a5-afe2-444f-8c0f-ca6ef8653320</id><updated>2026-04-28T20:25:36.762-04:00</updated><summary>The Arizona State transfer had been courted by the Red Storm, including a workout at Madison Square Garden.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Lennon: Mets' brass won't quit on Carlos Mendoza. . . at least not yet</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/david-lennon/mets-phillies-carlos-mendoza-rob-thomson-cay1sa11"/><id>urn:uuid:8da69dca-5004-48d4-8220-42d68f9af1f8</id><updated>2026-04-28T20:07:19.228-04:00</updated><summary>Unlike the Phillies, the Mets don't have a Don Mattingly-type talent waiting in the wings.</summary></entry><entry><title>NCAA remains on track to expand to a 76-team March Madness bracket for next season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/ncaa-march-madness-expansion-n14032"/><id>urn:uuid:555f2056-7c07-44c6-9d98-e42bb3a1b906</id><updated>2026-04-28T19:50:57.609-04:00</updated><summary>The NCAA is still deliberating expanding March Madness on both the men's and women's sides to 76 teams for next season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rays' third baseman Junior Caminero leaves game vs. Guardians due to bruised jaw</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/rays-caminero-guardians-x68618"/><id>urn:uuid:24e0eb3a-a174-48ba-90e3-3d0ba3e21b6f</id><updated>2026-04-28T19:46:39.449-04:00</updated><summary>Tampa Bay third baseman Junior Caminero is day-to-day with a bruised jaw after getting struck with a foul tip during the first inning of Tuesday night's game against Cleveland.</summary></entry><entry><title>NCAA bans 2 former Fordham basketball players for their roles in point-shaving scheme</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/ncaa-gambling-indictment-fordham-players-banned-l10317"/><id>urn:uuid:dad5e8d0-709b-4038-9419-fd00683f74d7</id><updated>2026-04-28T19:25:19.936-04:00</updated><summary>Two former Fordham basketball players have been permanently banned by the NCAA for their roles in a point-shaving scheme that was the subject of a sprawling federal indictment unsealed in January.</summary></entry><entry><title>Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit against Arizona seeking voter data</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/arizona-voters-justice-department-election-2026-c59443"/><id>urn:uuid:c6a206cd-5db6-42be-ab88-b74bc76de447</id><updated>2026-04-28T19:23:20.985-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge has dismissed a Department of Justice lawsuit against Arizona seeking access to the state's voter records.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hundreds stuck in long lines as Pakistan Super League ticket snag slows return of spectators</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/psl-peshawar-islamabad-fans-tickets-t72461"/><id>urn:uuid:6e4ece3d-970e-4116-a52d-d20d2c80b58c</id><updated>2026-04-28T19:21:01.022-04:00</updated><summary>Fans had to wait a month to watch Pakistan Super League games in person after the Twenty20 cricket tournament was impacted by the Iran war.</summary></entry><entry><title>Attorney says in court papers that ex-Nebraska assistant Chuck Love admitted having sex with player</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/ashley-scoggin-chuck-love-nebraska-j28383"/><id>urn:uuid:a686a3cb-0450-4151-8026-ab21cd9d45a5</id><updated>2026-04-28T19:20:07.652-04:00</updated><summary>Former Nebraska women's basketball assistant Chuck Love acknowledged he had sex with former player Ashley Scoggin before she was dismissed from the team in 2022.</summary></entry><entry><title>Crash victim's family gets deadline to transport comatose man or let NUMC test for brain death</title><author><name>Robert Brodsky</name><email>robert.brodsky@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/brain-death-tests-numc-farmingdale-anthony-gestone-qxiz2dow"/><id>urn:uuid:eefe561d-3262-4e48-8efe-6edec4093a13</id><updated>2026-04-28T19:19:51.342-04:00</updated><summary>The court order provides a 24-hour window for the parents of Anthony Romeo Gestone to transport their son to a nonprofit providing long-term rehabilitation services</summary></entry><entry><title>Boxers from Russia, Belarus to be allowed to fight as neutral athletes in World Boxing competitions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/boxing/russia-belarus-world-boxing-d83449"/><id>urn:uuid:9e91eddc-594f-48cf-a760-8a5a7b52d8b9</id><updated>2026-04-28T19:12:13.416-04:00</updated><summary>Boxers from Russia and Belarus will be allowed to compete by the new governing body recently put in charge of Olympic boxing competitions.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets' luck goes from bad to worse with injuries to Kodai Senga, Luis Robert Jr.; Juan Soto hurting, too</title><author><name>Laura Albanese</name><email>laura.albanese@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-nationals-kodai-senga-juan-soto-luis-robert-jr-a7saq9zx"/><id>urn:uuid:f062da77-7267-4de3-93aa-156c2a95ef0d</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:55:37.026-04:00</updated><summary>Juan Soto is hurting, too. Carlos Mendoza said the slugger complained of forearm tightness Friday and the discomfort had not improved.</summary></entry><entry><title>Board cuts one DiNapoli challenger from ballot, leaving three-way primary</title><author><name>Steve Hughes</name><email>stephen.hughes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/comptroller-dinapoli-hs5o54ty"/><id>urn:uuid:2bd73690-ba4c-4f2d-9b7c-087612db934c</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:55:08.315-04:00</updated><summary>The incumbent has held the role as the state's chief fiscal watchdog since 2007.</summary></entry><entry><title>Top basketball recruit Tyran Stokes commits to Bill Self and Kansas over fellow blueblood Kentucky</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/kansas-kentucky-high-school-college-basketball-l48436"/><id>urn:uuid:5f31302a-a4e7-4b7f-92f2-88714a1f4515</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:54:28.411-04:00</updated><summary>Tyran Stokes, the top basketball recruit in the country, has announced his commitment to Kansas.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bruins coach Sturm rules out Arvidsson for Game 5 of first-round series against Buffalo</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/bruins-arvidsson-injured-sabres-w42092"/><id>urn:uuid:54d5b8fa-693c-4094-8ee3-04a7e336ade0</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:53:40.511-04:00</updated><summary>The Boston Bruins will be without second-line forward Viktor Arvidsson when they face elimination in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series at Buffalo.</summary></entry><entry><title>In our ugly politics, rhetoric matters</title><author><name>Cathy Young</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/columnists/cathy-young/political-violence-america-trump-assassination-attempt-yxyhljax"/><id>urn:uuid:ba3d7ebf-38d6-4129-9502-42744a8eaf05</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:49:34.205-04:00</updated><summary>Attempt on Trump's life revives the question of political violence in America.</summary></entry><entry><title>Watching PSG-Bayern thriller from stands 'no fun' for suspended coach Kompany</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/psg-bayern-vincent-kompany-l03968"/><id>urn:uuid:249831b2-6502-44f4-a769-3e563f60dc78</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:47:06.231-04:00</updated><summary>Vincent Kompany might have been the only spectator in the Parc des Princes who didn't enjoy watching the thrilling Champions League semifinal clash between his Bayern Munich team and Paris Saint-Germain.</summary></entry><entry><title>Magic and Lakers look to advance, Cavaliers host Raptors in pivotal Game 5</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-playoffs-magic-lakers-h53872"/><id>urn:uuid:547294c5-87f5-43e9-9751-a0206a2332e6</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:46:46.144-04:00</updated><summary>The Orlando Magic and the Los Angeles Lakers were underdogs going into their first-round playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Indianapolis 500 testing takes flight as Romain Grosjean inadvertently hits bird during early run</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/indianapolis-500-testing-d61402"/><id>urn:uuid:9fc6f233-8c71-452f-b35a-3102a6d1f5cd</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:42:46.205-04:00</updated><summary>Romain Grosjean's first Indianapolis 500 test session took flight quickly Tuesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks' faith has helped him through father's death, 2 torn ACLs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/panthers-jonathon-brooks-k15340"/><id>urn:uuid:427a6f4f-8cb8-40fc-b8f0-49c409ecdd58</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:37:16.650-04:00</updated><summary>Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks has been cleared to participate in the team's offseason conditioning program.</summary></entry><entry><title>McDavid in Edmonton lineup as the Oilers face elimination in Game 5 against the Ducks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/edmonton-oilers-connor-mcdavid-c41681"/><id>urn:uuid:fe870dda-0bbb-4c18-be79-556294a8dc9a</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:30:42.913-04:00</updated><summary>Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid will play Tuesday night against the Anaheim Ducks in Game 5 of the teams' first-round playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Senate rejects attempt to end Trump's blockade of Cuba</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cuba-trump-senate-war-powers-g22892"/><id>urn:uuid:584d8c43-f7c3-485f-9acc-b9007cca0626</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:21:14.165-04:00</updated><summary>Senate Republicans have rejected legislation from Democrats that would have required President Donald Trump to end the U.S. energy blockade on Cuba unless he receives approval from Congress.</summary></entry><entry><title>NHL Commissioner Bettman backs ruling that allowed Ducks' OT goal to stand in Game 4 win vs. Oilers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/bettman-nhl-replay-review-ducks-goal-x86527"/><id>urn:uuid:a6177b71-e6bb-48d9-b4f3-eb29839cee10</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:21:08.606-04:00</updated><summary>NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman offered his unequivocal support for the ruling that upheld the Anaheim Ducks' overtime goal against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Source: Jets meet with former Giants QB Russell Wilson as possible backup to Geno Smith</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-russell-wilson-rgerm1nr"/><id>urn:uuid:4538cd77-4e03-46a3-be74-3602cb7c152f</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:19:10.475-04:00</updated><summary>The other quarterbacks on the roster are Brady Cook, Bailey Zappe and 2026 fourth-round draft pick Cade Klubnik.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oakland, California, airport can use 'San Francisco' in name after settlement</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/san-francisco-oakland-airport-name-change-u05243"/><id>urn:uuid:628eef47-7ca8-4f6f-86fc-3c87b42ccb70</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:12:47.137-04:00</updated><summary>San Francisco has settled a legal dispute with Oakland over the naming of its neighbor's airport.</summary></entry><entry><title>American Hailey Baptiste saves 6 match points to stun world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka at Madrid Open</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/hailey-baptiste-aryna-sabalenka-madrid-open-x33679"/><id>urn:uuid:27004c6c-6e21-4b70-aa84-4607479e64d4</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:12:30.536-04:00</updated><summary>American Hailey Baptiste has earned the biggest win of her career by saving six match points and beating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the quarterfinals of the Madrid Open.</summary></entry><entry><title>NBA moves closer to anti-tanking measures with drastic change to draft lottery odds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-lottery-proposal-tanking-v81716"/><id>urn:uuid:0f2549a6-c385-4e26-aa61-433ebeb61bc1</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:08:40.194-04:00</updated><summary>The NBA has moved closer to a slightly expanded 16-team lottery, one that will flatten odds of winning the No. 1 pick and try to deter tanking by drastically lowering the chances of winning for the teams that finish with the three worst records.</summary></entry><entry><title>Upstate New York man pleads guilty to stealing more than $50M in Ponzi scheme</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/marshall-hamilton-new-york-millions-ponzi-bankruptcy-f23790"/><id>urn:uuid:6ed1e674-fbb5-4d68-b939-547230f220fa</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:07:21.820-04:00</updated><summary>An upstate New York businessman accused of stealing over $50 million from hundreds of people has pleaded guilty to charges related to a Ponzi scheme.</summary></entry><entry><title>California candidates for governor tangle in messy TV debate with mail ballots about to go out</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/california-governor-trump-newsom-becerra-steyer-porter-l85699"/><id>urn:uuid:3276c14d-76e1-4d18-80f3-1a1b659a8930</id><updated>2026-04-28T18:02:44.915-04:00</updated><summary>Eight candidates running to become governor of California have lobbed heated criticism at each other in a chaotic televised debate.</summary></entry><entry><title>Judge questions Trump's plan to close the Kennedy Center for 2 years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-kennedy-center-lawsuit-renovations-l53569"/><id>urn:uuid:5a5067ef-bcf5-4dd9-80c7-1296204c46a3</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:58:22.472-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge is questioning the decision to close Washington's Kennedy Center for renovations.</summary></entry><entry><title>What to know about how a suspect in the killing of 2 Florida students used ChatGPT</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/missing-grad-students-florida-chatgpt-bangladesh-u64183"/><id>urn:uuid:dea73ba5-8113-469b-84ae-eae6b5a71bef</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:57:02.892-04:00</updated><summary>Prosecutors have revealed that a suspect in the deaths of two University of South Florida students asked ChatGPT about body disposal.</summary></entry><entry><title>Motorcyclist, 22, killed in collision with pickup in Riverhead</title><author><name>Nicholas Grasso</name><email>nicholas.grasso@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/riverhead-motorcyclist-dead-clqqxw27"/><id>urn:uuid:c5dc4d77-7985-4074-8510-c1b6bb856cef</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:56:49.707-04:00</updated><summary>The motorcyclist struck a pickup truck turning left from Union Avenue onto Cross River Drive in Riverhead.</summary></entry><entry><title>Appeals court rejects Trump's no-bond immigration detentions, setting stage for Supreme Court review</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/immigration-detention-mandatory-trump-ice-appeal-bond-c66024"/><id>urn:uuid:5b74882a-3bd9-456c-a161-ddc57358dcdd</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:53:20.869-04:00</updated><summary>A federal appeals court says the Trump administration cannot jail immigrants without a chance for a bond hearing, citing "serious constitutional questions."</summary></entry><entry><title>New York City's first full casino with live table games opens</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nyc-casino-queens-jfk-resorts-world-l70264"/><id>urn:uuid:884b7917-a2b3-4d11-a32d-92c5a6d5225b</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:50:14.765-04:00</updated><summary>New York City's first full casino with live table games has opened to fanfare.</summary></entry><entry><title>NASA's Artemis II moonship returns home to its launch site after historic voyage</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nasa-artemis-moon-astronauts-w29307"/><id>urn:uuid:11c0d69e-9c22-48fa-9018-f810d2c8faba</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:43:42.994-04:00</updated><summary>The spacecraft that flew four astronauts around the moon is back where its record-breaking journey began.</summary></entry><entry><title>Olivia Pichardo is a reluctant groundbreaker as a woman in baseball</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college-baseball-female-pitcher-y05825"/><id>urn:uuid:43812548-eb56-43be-9ad0-0d44daa0bef8</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:42:17.650-04:00</updated><summary>Olivia Pichardo would prefer to just play ball and not take attention away from her teammates.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pennsylvania court grants public access to voting data in dispute from 2020 election's aftermath</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pennsylvania-cast-ballots-elections-2020-d00663"/><id>urn:uuid:d6a64108-6d06-402f-96f9-5cbec85982bc</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:33:05.919-04:00</updated><summary>Pennsylvania's high court has ruled that spreadsheets of raw data from ballots are public records.</summary></entry><entry><title>Austin Reaves hopes to return to Lakers for pivotal Game 5 vs Rockets after nearly 4 weeks out</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/lakers-austin-reaves-rockets-f46302"/><id>urn:uuid:8f5c92e6-1f68-4024-8c7b-2192ac6f7afb</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:31:19.681-04:00</updated><summary>Austin Reaves and the Los Angeles Lakers will wait until right before Game 5 to determine whether he is ready to return from nearly four weeks on the sidelines with a strained oblique muscle.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pending $9M settlement in Thomas Valva death case could be headed for trial, federal judge warns</title><author><name>Nicole Fuller</name><email>nicole.fuller@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/thomas-valva-death-settlement-justyna-zubko-valva-fwos48km"/><id>urn:uuid:206011d6-2648-4885-853f-c892b384829d</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:24:18.334-04:00</updated><summary>Justyna Zubko-Valva, Thomas' mother, has refused repeated requests from her lawyers to sign the required documents to finalize the settlement.</summary></entry><entry><title>Teen charged with killing stepsister on Carnival Cruise faces trial in June</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cruise-ship-stepsister-killed-florida-h01427"/><id>urn:uuid:36002ae4-e7df-46f4-b8de-32a18a36a417</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:15:19.408-04:00</updated><summary>A teenager charged with sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival Cruise ship will go to trial in over a month.</summary></entry><entry><title>US military says it boarded cargo ship suspected of heading to Iran during blockade but released it</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-war-blockade-ships-strait-hormuz-i88554"/><id>urn:uuid:0e79f014-ce00-4064-9e42-d616cbb606b6</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:08:38.314-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. military has boarded another commercial vessel during its blockade of Iran's ports, but unlike in previous cases, the ship was ultimately allowed to carry on its way.</summary></entry><entry><title>More than fashion: A pin worn by Venezuela's Rodríguez on state visits riles Guyana</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/guyana-venezuela-pin-delcy-rodriguez-territory-dispute-v42712"/><id>urn:uuid:92a2e16c-0724-4961-aca4-83d511d85bce</id><updated>2026-04-28T17:05:56.312-04:00</updated><summary>Guyana has complained to Caribbean leaders after Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez wore a controversial pin on official visits depicting a map of Guyana's western region that Venezuela has long claimed as its own.</summary></entry><entry><title>King Charles is doing an impossible job in America</title><author><name>Rosa Prince</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/king-charles-trump-america-visit-w416w7es"/><id>urn:uuid:e82696cd-27ea-4f48-a18e-0dfb5f09d1a3</id><updated>2026-04-28T16:57:14.117-04:00</updated><summary>The potential awkwardness is worth the risk.</summary></entry><entry><title>Conservatism could save America. The small-C kind.</title><author><name>Abby McCloskey</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/conservatism-america-h8xin0bz"/><id>urn:uuid:0441d3f3-26a5-4498-974f-4f850aa524a0</id><updated>2026-04-28T16:49:53.774-04:00</updated><summary>A dose of humility - and true conservatism - would go a long way to a better American politics.</summary></entry><entry><title>New York judge doesn't see the 'ho, ho, ho' in alleged SantaCon fraud</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/santacon-fraud-charge-pildes-k75269"/><id>urn:uuid:1e772303-b530-499f-8ed8-126734469589</id><updated>2026-04-28T16:44:45.284-04:00</updated><summary>The federal judge presiding over the fraud case against the organizer of New York City's SantaCon bar crawl made it clear at the defendant's first appearance before her that she's not a fan of the annual celebration.</summary></entry><entry><title>California's math scores are abysmal. Is it time to screen kindergartners for basic math skills?</title><author><name> CalMatters</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/california-math-screening-bill-elementary-students-r34503"/><id>urn:uuid:d829c81c-618d-48ed-a213-b68444ad5d67</id><updated>2026-04-28T16:29:08.051-04:00</updated><summary>California is considering a new bill to change how math is taught in schools.</summary></entry><entry><title>Starbucks says higher gas prices aren't yet dampening customers' enthusiasm</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/starbucks-quarter-coffee-earnings-niccol-h43010"/><id>urn:uuid:96157e23-49b2-44ed-bec5-75f680a933fb</id><updated>2026-04-28T16:20:28.196-04:00</updated><summary>Starbucks said Tuesday that customers are responding to improved service in its stores, which saw better-than-expected sales in the company's fiscal second quarter.</summary></entry><entry><title>Guardians prospect Travis Bazzana, 2024 top overall pick, looking to settle in after making debut</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/guardians-bazzana-u15915"/><id>urn:uuid:e3f7e9d0-959a-4bde-8171-bc83edc4d760</id><updated>2026-04-28T16:19:05.753-04:00</updated><summary>Travis Bazzana knew he was going to be nervous making his major-league debut until he took his first at-bat and fielded his first ground ball.</summary></entry><entry><title>Maui Fire Lawsuit Payouts Are Near. Few Survivors Will Break Even</title><author><name> Honolulu Civil Beat</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/maui-wildfire-settlement-s63688"/><id>urn:uuid:70539047-06aa-4d34-90eb-208e7492ae6c</id><updated>2026-04-28T16:15:14.891-04:00</updated><summary>Hawaii resident Leslie Clark isn't counting on Maui wildfire settlement funds to rebuild her home in Lahaina.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas wants to ban in-home ketamine and add more physician oversight during treatment</title><author><name> The Texas Tribune</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/texas-medical-board-ketamine-regulations-y72777"/><id>urn:uuid:201b19f7-84c1-4cfa-8601-3803c59f4553</id><updated>2026-04-28T16:14:04.622-04:00</updated><summary>The Texas Medical Board is proposing stricter regulations for ketamine, a sedative used to treat mental illness.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brewers' Chourio and Vaughn are beginning rehab assignments as they approach return from injuries</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/chourio-brewers-f00651"/><id>urn:uuid:c32c567d-6d0d-470f-8478-44cd8f6d48dd</id><updated>2026-04-28T16:09:07.492-04:00</updated><summary>Milwaukee's Jackson Chourio and Andrew Vaughn are beginning rehabilitation assignments with hopes of being activated from the injured list by Monday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Representatives from Iran's federation not in attendance at meeting of Asia soccer leaders</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fifa-iran-world-cup-t56897"/><id>urn:uuid:abea0913-0bf8-4256-a55f-e66e90938680</id><updated>2026-04-28T16:08:57.440-04:00</updated><summary>Representatives from Iran's soccer federation were not present Tuesday at the largest formal meeting of Asia's soccer leaders before this summer's World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Weinstein rape accuser tells jury that 'he just treated me like he owned me'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/harvey-weinstein-rape-retrial-jessica-mann-metoo-u13692"/><id>urn:uuid:6f8c1f08-51d1-4f2d-be80-89d57cb700dc</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:53:58.149-04:00</updated><summary>The woman at the center of Harvey Weinstein's repeatedly retried rape case has told jurors for the third time that the former Hollywood honcho trapped her in a New York hotel room and assaulted her in 2013.</summary></entry><entry><title>Israel's president invites Netanyahu, prosecutors to settle corruption case against prime minister</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/israel-netanyahu-herzog-corruption-trial-w48629"/><id>urn:uuid:27da0058-5f10-4fd9-a1ec-bf300fca651c</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:52:22.684-04:00</updated><summary>Israel's president has invited Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and government prosecutors to his residence to discuss a settlement in Netanyahu's ongoing corruption case.</summary></entry><entry><title>Justice Department legal argument for the White House ballroom reads like a Trump social media post</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-white-house-ballroom-lawsuit-f98221"/><id>urn:uuid:443f31b7-ec9a-4224-af96-f2b95ba5f9fa</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:45:22.968-04:00</updated><summary>The Justice Department is pressing for the dismissal of preservationists' lawsuit over the planned $400 million White House ballroom after the shooting at Saturday's media gala.</summary></entry><entry><title>Georgia officials warn wildfires are still a threat as firefighters report progress</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/georgia-florida-wildfires-drought-f24030"/><id>urn:uuid:ec0dfc40-6b0c-4c5f-83e2-bdb69dc9c8fa</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:43:15.931-04:00</updated><summary>Officials battling two large wildfires in southern Georgia say firefighters are bracing for a long battle even after weekend rains boosted their containment efforts.</summary></entry><entry><title>King Charles stresses importance of partnership in congressional address</title><author><name>Billy House</name><email>billy.house@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/king-charles-qsqr5g6b"/><id>urn:uuid:90e2649a-e8f1-41d8-b1a9-903b67833410</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:40:53.064-04:00</updated><summary>An appearance at the Capitol was wrapped in the symbolism of this year's 250th anniversary of U.S. independence from Britain.</summary></entry><entry><title>US will issue commemorative passports with Trump's picture for America's 250th birthday</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/passport-trump-us-250th-birthday-u27488"/><id>urn:uuid:9d7a632f-43c9-420f-9eb8-7c952e20352b</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:39:21.060-04:00</updated><summary>The State Department says it's preparing a limited release of commemorative U.S. passports celebrating America's 250th birthday and featuring a picture of President Donald Trump.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hurricanes' Rod Brind'Amour is hopeful Ehlers and Nikishin will be ready for Round 2 of NHL playoffs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/carolina-hurricanes-injuries-nhl-playoffs-s10888"/><id>urn:uuid:d0a67687-cd9e-4681-90b6-b84c2e45b9c5</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:33:20.378-04:00</updated><summary>Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour is hopeful that winger Nikolaj Ehlers and defenseman Alexander Nikishin will be ready for Round 2 of the NHL playoffs with extra time off to recover from injuries.</summary></entry><entry><title>Multimillion dollar endowment matched by like donation to fellowship program at Cold Spring Harbor Lab</title><author><name>John Asbury</name><email>john.asbury@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/cold-spring-harbor-lab-multimillion-endowment-nnf5yaob"/><id>urn:uuid:718c76f7-6b0d-4826-a7f7-0f5281f41cb9</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:24:41.400-04:00</updated><summary>Cynthia Rossbach Stebbins' contribution is being matched by a donation from laboratory chair Marilyn Simons.</summary></entry><entry><title>Plans for 2027 NHL All-Star Weekend at UBS Arena to be revealed by the end of the playoffs</title><author><name>Hank Winnicki and Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/nhl-all-star-weekend-2027-ubs-arena-l7srby1v"/><id>urn:uuid:6181e560-a05d-48d1-b510-a37ac5b1c3fa</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:24:15.370-04:00</updated><summary>Bettman says the event will be 'typical of the level and expectations that people have for our events.'</summary></entry><entry><title>The UAE's departure from OPEC shakes up the alliance that influences oil prices worldwide</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/uae-opec-oil-prices-x86877"/><id>urn:uuid:dfc780d2-8409-4500-bce2-f3383ca19ffe</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:18:30.803-04:00</updated><summary>The decision by the United Arab Emirates to leave the OPEC oil cartel has shaken up the 65-year-old alliance that produces some 40% of the world's crude oil and exerts major influence over the price of energy around the globe.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sorsby gambling addiction casts light on issue that could affect thousands of college athletes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/sorsby-gambling-college-football-e88445"/><id>urn:uuid:f5e593c7-372b-4350-8a08-b7265d554690</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:15:27.264-04:00</updated><summary>Brendan Sorsby's acknowledgement of his gambling addiction this week is the latest in a series of bad headlines for college athletes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nelly Korda is back in her bubble and a big year could await</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/nelly-korda-chevron-championship-lpga-major-s71888"/><id>urn:uuid:c66ba985-9ece-41fe-b384-3fa8076e9e24</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:13:15.395-04:00</updated><summary>Nelly Korda plays her best golf when she blocks out the noise and stays in her bubble.</summary></entry><entry><title>Boston's Brad Stevens wins NBA's Executive of the Year award, his 2nd win in last 3 years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-executive-of-year-brad-stevens-l38497"/><id>urn:uuid:0a21e5fd-89af-42ed-a559-a586c768b9fc</id><updated>2026-04-28T15:07:22.413-04:00</updated><summary>Brad Stevens has earned the NBA's Executive of the Year award for the second time in three seasons.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Glock switch' bill is driving up gun sales in CT, dealers say</title><author><name> The Connecticut Mirror</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/connecticut-bill-ban-handguns-easily-converted-sales-m76932"/><id>urn:uuid:f6f31c11-d6ac-475f-821e-a61cea50d37f</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:58:50.102-04:00</updated><summary>A Connecticut bill that proposes banning "convertible pistols," which can be turned into machine guns, appears to be driving increased gun sales.</summary></entry><entry><title>Amazon touts a 'major expansion' with OpenAI as Microsoft ties loosen</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/amazon-openai-microsoft-c32108"/><id>urn:uuid:dd143c9e-3336-4c9b-a24a-7aa00431b488</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:57:55.815-04:00</updated><summary>Amazon announced what it called a "major expansion" of its partnership with ChatGPT maker OpenAI on Tuesday, a day after the artificial intelligence company said it was loosening its ties to longtime backer Microsoft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yazzie/Martinez plaintiffs ask to rewrite New Mexico education reform plan themselves</title><author><name> New Mexico In Depth</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/new-mexico-education-reform-plan-yazzie-case-w98616"/><id>urn:uuid:9d2d963c-4d9d-4c4e-bc45-ec735f879363</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:57:31.144-04:00</updated><summary>Plaintiffs in a long-running court case that seeks to fix New Mexico's education system are asking a judge to let them rewrite an education reform plan.</summary></entry><entry><title>U.S. soldier Gannon Ken Van Dyke pleads not guilty to using intel on Maduro raid to win $400,000 on Polymarket</title><author><name>Janon Fisher</name><email>janon.fisher@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/crime/predictions-market-arraignment-gannon-van-dyke-maduro-ntw9gll2"/><id>urn:uuid:0d2b4115-d93d-44bc-b2f0-bdd16e505f13</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:55:32.392-04:00</updated><summary>Gannon Ken Van Dyke was charged on April 24 with the unlawful use of government information for personal gain, theft of nonpublic government information, commodities and wire fraud and money laundering — five counts in all.</summary></entry><entry><title>Serbian protest urges boycott of Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/serbia-protest-eurovision-israel-gaza-e24009"/><id>urn:uuid:5645a8f1-e725-429e-bdb0-68be46c874f8</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:54:14.688-04:00</updated><summary>Dozens of protesters have rallied outside the Serbian state RTS broadcaster demanding that the Balkan country pull out of this year's Eurovision Song Contest because of Israel's participation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Islanders' UBS Arena traffic and parking is 'much better,' says NHL commissioner Gary Bettman</title><author><name>Hank Winnicki and Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/ubs-arena-parking-belmont-track-construction-traffic-yqm14n8x"/><id>urn:uuid:8f7173e4-e287-4909-97ec-b13db70a3af4</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:30:57.870-04:00</updated><summary>Bettman says the parking already has improved over the past five seasons</summary></entry><entry><title>Montana wildlife agency floats proposal to close East Gallatin to fishing from boats</title><author><name> Montana Free Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/montana-east-gallatin-river-fishing-regulations-b83485"/><id>urn:uuid:1c75dfd5-0052-49d6-bd02-865c397ef1e0</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:28:06.578-04:00</updated><summary>Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is considering a ban on fishing from boats in the East Gallatin River.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dangerous Roads newsletter: A last kiss before Southern State Parkway tragedy</title><author><name>Alfonso A. Castillo</name><email>alfonso.castillo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/dangerous-roads-newsletter-trooper-death-m84205uj"/><id>urn:uuid:35f3c30a-86f0-4bee-8a69-84b8f3cff436</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:26:35.817-04:00</updated><summary>A widow drove home the importance of enforcement to state police last week before a crackdown.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steelers place unrestricted free-agent tender on Aaron Rodgers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/pittsburgh-steelers-aaron-rodgers-nfl-free-agency-u12004"/><id>urn:uuid:bf4d7ccd-6cb7-4616-8124-3611b505e66e</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:21:33.859-04:00</updated><summary>The Pittsburgh Steelers are giving themselves a little cover if quarterback Aaron Rodgers plays elsewhere in 2026.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jury is deliberating in trial of alleged IS militant charged in deadly Kabul airport bombing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/abbey-gate-afghanistan-suicide-bombing-trial-d27626"/><id>urn:uuid:89f7121d-3346-45b8-8e7d-863e7b01dd4a</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:21:11.720-04:00</updated><summary>A jury in Virginia is deliberating in the trial of an alleged Islamic State militant accused of helping plan a deadly suicide bombing at a Kabul airport during the U.S. military's chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ex-FBI Director Comey indicted again, in a probe over an online post officials call a Trump threat</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/comey-indicted-seashell-photo-86-47-g07379"/><id>urn:uuid:7141c3e9-bdd6-4543-8e37-e4f6bebdb90d</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:16:06.034-04:00</updated><summary>Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted again, this time over a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach that officials say constituted a threat against President Donald Trump.</summary></entry><entry><title>Smithtown councilman Thomas Lohmann charged with assaulting fellow councilman at Town Hall</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/lohman-smithtown-councilman-assault-mccarthy-ngz7zxs7"/><id>urn:uuid:c8f80df7-dc3f-425b-816e-dfdb7ee1fc4e</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:13:57.054-04:00</updated><summary>Thomas Lohmann pleaded not guilty to assaulting fellow councilman Thomas J. McCarthy.</summary></entry><entry><title>High-level talks begin on moving away from fossil fuels at Colombia conference</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/colombia-fossil-fuels-conference-santa-marta-gustavo-petro-m41364"/><id>urn:uuid:db55f85b-db90-4889-89e7-a34d862d6ffa</id><updated>2026-04-28T14:06:23.567-04:00</updated><summary>Ministers and officials are gathered in Colombia for a high-level conference aimed at accelerating the shift away from fossil fuels, with financing emerging as a key challenge.</summary></entry><entry><title>Blakeman and Hochul in an NFL Draft of their own</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/the-point/the-point-newsday-blakeman-hochul-jets-bills-ronkonkoma-hub-d5ugvzwu"/><id>urn:uuid:3acef1db-31e8-4992-a7b6-dc6ad2fabb29</id><updated>2026-04-28T13:52:31.213-04:00</updated><summary>The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Fauci adviser indicted for allegedly concealing communications related to COVID-19 research</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/covid-coronavirus-origins-indictment-fauci-morens-e24323"/><id>urn:uuid:4adda9a7-2794-440a-938a-66b4b261f7d7</id><updated>2026-04-28T13:41:49.993-04:00</updated><summary>A former senior adviser to Dr. Anthony Fauci has been indicted on federal charges alleging he conspired to hide his communications related to COVID-19 research as the pandemic unfolded.</summary></entry><entry><title>Penguins are a win away from forcing a Game 7 at home against the Flyers after trailing series 3-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-penguins-flyers-canadiens-lightning-q14691"/><id>urn:uuid:d0dda2f4-ce61-4ea0-97a4-960329095b4b</id><updated>2026-04-28T13:27:29.524-04:00</updated><summary>The Pittsburgh Penguins are halfway to history.</summary></entry><entry><title>Michigan basketball reloads with 9 newcomers for potential run to another national title</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/michigan-basketball-transfer-portal-a13255"/><id>urn:uuid:adb2db61-81f9-4760-afa3-9e0ce8d3114c</id><updated>2026-04-28T13:24:39.906-04:00</updated><summary>Michigan basketball coach Dusty May has announced that three players have been added from the transfer portal and two incoming freshman are joining four high school seniors who were signed in November.</summary></entry><entry><title>Students injured in Brown University shooting sue school, alleging security failures</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brown-shooting-students-lawsuit-p65915"/><id>urn:uuid:250bf946-d29a-418f-b74b-0932c4bd1150</id><updated>2026-04-28T13:24:27.976-04:00</updated><summary>Brown University is facing lawsuits from three students injured in a campus shooting on December 13.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Snapple House' once belonging to company co-founder on market for $15 million</title><author><name>Rachel Weiss</name><email>rachel.weiss@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/snapple-house-for-sale-trbllv7z"/><id>urn:uuid:2c17719a-d721-4d1e-9851-d23e33b48c47</id><updated>2026-04-28T13:22:52.583-04:00</updated><summary>The temperature-controlled wine cellar in the 11,000-square-foot house is stocked with Snapple instead.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Supreme Court seems likely to shut down a lawsuit by Falun Gong over Cisco's aid to China</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/supreme-court-china-cisco-falun-gong-lawsuit-s40141"/><id>urn:uuid:f342bccf-9cf5-4525-8918-c648093eb659</id><updated>2026-04-28T13:12:40.402-04:00</updated><summary>The Supreme Court seems likely to grant tech giant Cisco's bid to shut down a lawsuit claiming that the company's technology was used to persecute members of the Falun Gong spiritual movement in China.</summary></entry><entry><title>Audit confirms conflict of interest of the former Iowa superintendent who was arrested by ICE</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iowa-superintendent-conflict-audit-o27518"/><id>urn:uuid:5b2e4982-f38f-40b0-a2dd-a9214fc1e68a</id><updated>2026-04-28T13:10:19.414-04:00</updated><summary>Iowa's largest school district has revised its conflict-of-interest policy after an audit revealed its former superintendent awarded district business to a consulting firm he worked for.</summary></entry><entry><title>Young Palestinian artists in Gaza exhibit their impressions of war as a fragile ceasefire holds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/gaza-palestinians-israel-artists-exhibit-n03108"/><id>urn:uuid:1c9ad98b-97a4-474b-aa48-79990cb8a709</id><updated>2026-04-28T13:06:48.995-04:00</updated><summary>Young Palestinian artists in Gaza have staged an impromptu exhibit to show the world the impact of war and the fragile ceasefire.</summary></entry><entry><title>Growing up with 'Toy Story': Andrew Stanton on 30+ years with Woody and Buzz</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/toy-story-5-movie-andrew-stanton-s27916"/><id>urn:uuid:ffb92fcf-6b19-459f-95a1-47544353ea3f</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:57:19.167-04:00</updated><summary>Andrew Stanton has spent over half his life with "Toy Story."</summary></entry><entry><title>Kevin Durant out for Game 5 vs the Lakers with a left ankle sprain</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/rockets-durant-playoffs-a24224"/><id>urn:uuid:0b375941-9dd9-42ee-ab68-83ce516fdeda</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:45:12.486-04:00</updated><summary>Houston's Kevin Durant is out for Game 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers with a left ankle sprain.</summary></entry><entry><title>FIFA enacts new World Cup rule on yellow cards to help avoid player bans in knockout rounds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fifa-world-cup-yellow-cards-amnesty-t27822"/><id>urn:uuid:b727f9ca-a32b-4568-b293-8002b25e0e4d</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:41:27.427-04:00</updated><summary>FIFA has tweaked World Cup rules on yellow cards to ensure fewer players are suspended for key elimination games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mali's junta leader meets Russian ambassador after attacks the Kremlin called a coup attempt</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mali-junta-attack-jihadis-alqaida-azawad-separatists-u96851"/><id>urn:uuid:8a55e565-2783-4e30-bdf3-3b0f51314161</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:40:50.077-04:00</updated><summary>Mali's junta leader has met with Russia's ambassador to Bamako, his first public appearance since the West African nation saw a massive, coordinated attack by Islamic militants and separatists over the weekend.</summary></entry><entry><title>LGBTQ+ inclusive hockey leagues play on amid challenges and fresh interest due to 'Heated Rivalry'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/heated-rivalry-lgbtq-m58397"/><id>urn:uuid:5561001d-1659-4ba2-b7d2-7acf7725e3ee</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:39:17.931-04:00</updated><summary>In the United States, there are a handful of LGBTQ+ inclusive hockey leagues that provide welcoming havens for members of these more marginalized communities to play the sport they love.</summary></entry><entry><title>Knicks' Deuce McBride still feels pain from surgery but manages to be playoff spark</title><author><name>Barbara Barker</name><email>barbara.barker@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/deuce-mcbride-knicks-playoffs-qsk7h82k"/><id>urn:uuid:c892f5c3-3e66-4752-8c5b-a24f530267ef</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:25:29.465-04:00</updated><summary>The guard had surgery to repair a damaged core muscle that sidelined him for most of February and March.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kayla Alvarenga, of Bay Shore, sentenced to life in prison for ordering killing of man sleeping in his car outside her home</title><author><name>Grant Parpan</name><email>grant.parpan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/gang-leader-killing-karen-alvarenga-life-sentence-ybw1jk62"/><id>urn:uuid:0dd5b829-0bf4-470b-a9e4-42bf9533f0fe</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:20:49.666-04:00</updated><summary>Kaya Alvarenga was found guilty of murder, kidnapping and robbery in the death of 29-year-old Linver Ortiz Ponce in a church parking lot.</summary></entry><entry><title>Laura Linney to star in 'Montauk' on Broadway</title><author><name>Daniel Bubbeo</name><email>daniel.bubbeo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/theater/laura-linney-montauk-pi8jm2mr"/><id>urn:uuid:3a03a2eb-b579-456a-a90d-e9ba1eb5b7ed</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:20:45.859-04:00</updated><summary>A new play set on Long Island's East End and starring Laura Linney will open next spring.</summary></entry><entry><title>GM expects a $500 million tariff refund from Trump levies the Supreme Court struck down</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/gm-tariff-refund-trump-supreme-court-p91435"/><id>urn:uuid:de18a0da-7b0e-4513-ba13-00d92aa09c86</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:16:53.175-04:00</updated><summary>General Motors is expecting a $500 million tariff refund after the Supreme Court struck down some of President Donald Trump's most sweeping levies.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mississippi's largest synagogue finds triumph in rebuilding after arson</title><author><name> Mississippi Today</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/beth-israel-mississippi-synagogue-fire-damage-arson-e55652"/><id>urn:uuid:26061209-5a18-462d-a194-2b062aee0ed0</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:14:26.524-04:00</updated><summary>Members of Mississippi's largest synagogue have walked through the structure for the first time since a fire damaged it in the predawn hours of Jan. 10.</summary></entry><entry><title>Camp Mystic director offers tearful apology to victims' families during legislative hearing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/camp-mystic-texas-legislative-committee-w58549"/><id>urn:uuid:198c0add-79a1-472c-ad1b-d75b6ecac999</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:12:43.786-04:00</updated><summary>One of the directors of Camp Mystic has offered a tearful apology to the families of the 25 girls and two teen counselors killed in the 2025 Texas flood.</summary></entry><entry><title>Women's British Open gets another bump in prize money to $10 million</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/womens-british-open-prize-money-ryder-cup-u24405"/><id>urn:uuid:f206ed36-0419-41b8-a3ea-b008426f0dda</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:08:10.700-04:00</updated><summary>Prize money at the women's golf majors keeps going up.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump lifts ban on mining near Boundary Waters, clearing way for Chilean company to seek permits</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mining-moratorium-trump-boundary-waters-permits-w44294"/><id>urn:uuid:77d2ec3d-8e10-4cbc-97c9-3d04894537be</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:05:06.394-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump has lifted a federal ban on mining near Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, clearing the way for a Chilean company eying the region's precious metals to begin applying for permits.</summary></entry><entry><title>Elon Musk takes stand in trial vs. Sam Altman that could reshape AI's future</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/elon-musk-openai-altman-trial-r34120"/><id>urn:uuid:c5da7507-c66b-4b33-97f1-7c16ba89d918</id><updated>2026-04-28T12:03:38.544-04:00</updated><summary>Elon Musk, the Tesla CEO, world's richest man and OpenAI's cofounder, took the stand Tuesday in a high-stakes trial revolving around a bitter feud between himself and former friends Sam Altman and Greg Brockman that could reshape the future development of artificial intelligence.</summary></entry><entry><title>Taylor Swift files 3 new trademark applications. One expert says it is to curb AI threats</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/taylor-swift-trademark-artificial-intelligence-p44147"/><id>urn:uuid:22f9988a-993d-4eef-bed2-ac114d31eaff</id><updated>2026-04-28T11:43:23.331-04:00</updated><summary>Taylor Swift filed three new trademark applications with the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>A timeline of key events in the deadly flooding at Camp Mystic in Texas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/camp-mystic-texas-floods-timeline-w89257"/><id>urn:uuid:3a749cba-12b2-4d4b-9864-445f699aeabe</id><updated>2026-04-28T11:40:18.373-04:00</updated><summary>Twenty-five girls and two teenage counselors were killed when an all-girls Christian camp in Texas was overrun by floodwaters during last year's July 4 holiday.</summary></entry><entry><title>UN court orders medical evaluation for Bosnian Serb commander Ratko Mladic</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mladic-hague-health-evaluation-p82516"/><id>urn:uuid:9285d2fa-cf15-4cf3-bc89-bb729c002979</id><updated>2026-04-28T11:38:50.755-04:00</updated><summary>A U_N_ court has requested a health assessment for Ratko Mladic, the military chief known as the "Butcher of Bosnia."</summary></entry><entry><title>Germany delays its World Cup squad reveal by 9 days to give injured players more time</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/germany-world-cup-squad-announcement-q83061"/><id>urn:uuid:8c9e3b06-8f81-41fa-a591-2a2792828f95</id><updated>2026-04-28T11:34:44.076-04:00</updated><summary>Germany has postponed its World Cup squad announcement by nine days to accommodate the Bundesliga's last day and allow injured players more time to prove their fitness.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Heated Rivalry' has brought a lot of buzz to hockey. Is the NHL ready for an openly gay player?</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/heated-rivalry-nhl-w06996"/><id>urn:uuid:7c2efdc7-298e-4949-930e-13c89977d3f8</id><updated>2026-04-28T11:30:50.520-04:00</updated><summary>The popularity of the show "Heated Rivalry" that features two gay hockey players put a spotlight on the sport from many who have never seen it.</summary></entry><entry><title>17-year-old sensation Gilberto Mora could make World Cup history for Mexico</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/mexico-world-cup-gil-mora-p10044"/><id>urn:uuid:537c6148-0c7d-43b4-aa08-3bec689ea22d</id><updated>2026-04-28T11:29:07.570-04:00</updated><summary>Seventeen-year-old midfielder Gilberto Mora could become the youngest Mexican player to appear in a World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Resorts World NYC opens full casino in Queens with table games, live dealers</title><author><name>Matthew Chayes</name><email>matthew.chayes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/resorts-world-casino-opening-njaw1w3a"/><id>urn:uuid:6d4817ea-4d00-4cb9-ba62-0ff02ed33529</id><updated>2026-04-28T11:12:00.021-04:00</updated><summary>"We have hit the jackpot, Queens," the borough president said before a ceremonial roll of the dice.</summary></entry><entry><title>Phillies fire manager Rob Thomson after losing 11 of 12 games, name Don Mattingly interim skipper</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/phillies-philadelphia-thomson-fired-q14650"/><id>urn:uuid:e23a109e-e00a-49d9-b132-7abebf4c48e0</id><updated>2026-04-28T11:02:29.458-04:00</updated><summary>Manager Rob Thomson, who led the Phillies to four straight playoff appearances, has been fired after Philadelphia lost 11 of 12 games and began Tuesday tied for last place in the majors.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sinner calls for better match scheduling at the Madrid Open after his 20th straight win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/sinner-jodar-madrid-open-a47303"/><id>urn:uuid:b3b1d617-47e3-4070-b2f5-561a914af9db</id><updated>2026-04-28T10:44:40.519-04:00</updated><summary>Jannik Sinner wants better scheduling of matches at the ongoing Madrid Open.</summary></entry><entry><title>Number of Long Islanders late paying electric bills drops, but amount owed increases</title><author><name>Mark Harrington</name><email>mark.harrington@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/electric-bills-late-payments-pseg-vstsq5kb"/><id>urn:uuid:06b1b8b2-c8fe-4f19-b6d1-694f4a09ff30</id><updated>2026-04-28T10:44:06.530-04:00</updated><summary>A consumer watchdog group suggests that some customers may be turning to credit cards to keep current on their rising bills.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ukraine accuses Israel of importing grain 'stolen' by Russia as Zelenskyy warns of sanctions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ukraine-israel-grain-russia-imports-u22487"/><id>urn:uuid:b5d263db-6240-4aeb-b71b-103cef2d5078</id><updated>2026-04-28T10:43:48.740-04:00</updated><summary>Ukraine is accusing Israel of allowing the import of grain it claims Russia stole from occupied areas.</summary></entry><entry><title>Agents armed with search warrants keep focus on Minnesota in public fraud probe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/minnesota-federal-fraud-investigation-r05914"/><id>urn:uuid:8c6e76eb-1206-4258-a612-b880ac4411ca</id><updated>2026-04-28T10:43:26.418-04:00</updated><summary>Federal agents have served search warrants in Minnesota in an ongoing fraud investigation of publicly funded social programs for children.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lithuania says it foiled an international plot to kill 2 activists</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lithuania-russia-ukraine-plot-activist-u34996"/><id>urn:uuid:6caefee1-849b-4359-8074-bde2d7bc6cdc</id><updated>2026-04-28T10:40:50.774-04:00</updated><summary>Lithuanian authorities say they have foiled an international plot to kill two activists.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man City games rearranged to leave exhausting stretch in Premier League and FA Cup title bids</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/man-city-fixtures-premier-league-k89469"/><id>urn:uuid:1aef8895-bfcb-4d1e-82ea-2d398e0f8c4b</id><updated>2026-04-28T10:17:06.867-04:00</updated><summary>Manchester City faces three games in a seven-day stretch that will be crucial to its bid for a domestic treble of trophies.</summary></entry><entry><title>Los Angeles-based owners of Swiss soccer club offer to sell after fans' forceful protest</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/swiss-grasshopper-lafc-club-owner-j71181"/><id>urn:uuid:26c92d47-b8c2-432b-be07-af6c47c2c729</id><updated>2026-04-28T10:14:32.290-04:00</updated><summary>Los Angeles FC has offered to sell struggling Swiss club Grasshopper after fans protested with expletives at a home game in Zurich.</summary></entry><entry><title>US consumer confidence inches higher in April despite Iran war, soaring gasoline prices</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/consumer-confidence-conference-board-prices-inflation-u43979"/><id>urn:uuid:ea936e81-0627-4f7d-b3ae-7a313077fd48</id><updated>2026-04-28T10:13:38.915-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. consumer confidence rose modestly in April despite growing anxiety over soaring energy prices brought on by the war in Iran.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fired prosecutor Maurene Comey's lawsuit belongs in federal court, judge rules</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/justice-department-maurene-comey-trump-e60758"/><id>urn:uuid:75f35194-e916-4ce9-8e11-f18498a52584</id><updated>2026-04-28T10:08:42.654-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge says fired prosecutor Maurene Comey's wrongful termination claims belong in court rather than in administrative proceedings despite the government's efforts to move it out of court.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lookman a doubt for Atletico ahead of Champions League semifinal against Arsenal. Eze set to return</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/atletico-arsenal-champions-league-semifinal-f58651"/><id>urn:uuid:cdc12bc7-b75a-4e5c-a359-042100366a26</id><updated>2026-04-28T10:08:04.341-04:00</updated><summary>Atletico Madrid could be without striker Ademola Lookman when it takes on Arsenal looking to return to the Champions League final for the first time in a decade.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tips for choosing a multi-gen vacation destination</title><author><name>TNS</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/multi-gen-vacation-destination-tips-fkt2d3ti"/><id>urn:uuid:bfe71df6-e5a5-45c4-b672-830c48b76901</id><updated>2026-04-28T10:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Discover strategies to choose destinations that satisfy all ages in your family.</summary></entry><entry><title>Summer Movie Preview: Jon Favreau wants to inspire a new generation to fall in love with Star Wars</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/mandalorian-grogu-summer-movie-preview-c55983"/><id>urn:uuid:33dd586b-4f1c-44de-b0e0-bb987954b943</id><updated>2026-04-28T09:53:11.716-04:00</updated><summary>Jon Favreau finally has his own Star Wars movie coming to theaters.</summary></entry><entry><title>Romania's Socialists and a hard-right party seek to topple the center-right prime minister</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/romania-government-crisis-europe-no-confidence-motion-h52763"/><id>urn:uuid:071ceb20-dfb8-467f-941b-7cfa5a14791c</id><updated>2026-04-28T09:46:43.105-04:00</updated><summary>Romania's Social Democratic Party and the Alliance for the Unity of Romanians have submitted a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan.</summary></entry><entry><title>Czech court hands 7-year prison term to man over attempted synagogue arson attack</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/czech-antisemitism-brno-synagogue-a29286"/><id>urn:uuid:623596ee-02dc-41ea-9e80-a8ca586afe2b</id><updated>2026-04-28T09:45:17.689-04:00</updated><summary>A Czech court has convicted a man of an attempted terror attack and attempted murder, sentencing him to seven years in prison.</summary></entry><entry><title>McDonald's is the latest fast food chain to offer fancier drinks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/mcdonalds-taco-bell-kfc-drinks-beverages-coffee-j99248"/><id>urn:uuid:7a30925d-c955-4a8d-81f0-39568fb0e60f</id><updated>2026-04-28T09:36:56.214-04:00</updated><summary>Fast food chains, thirsty for new ways to grow, are amping up their beverage offerings.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: King Charles visits Washington with hopes of restoring the US-UK relationship</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/king-charles-us-state-visit-trump-congress-t15925"/><id>urn:uuid:ed63ef76-2fbd-4254-bdc6-607a8ccca949</id><updated>2026-04-28T09:36:04.837-04:00</updated><summary>King Charles III will embrace some of Washington's most formal ceremonial trappings as he tries to emphasize a bond between the United Kingdom and the United States that is so strong it can withstand the political turmoil of the moment.</summary></entry><entry><title>Soccer match official arrested for alleged assault while in Britain for a game</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/match-official-arrest-world-cup-fifa-uefa-t37718"/><id>urn:uuid:57b2898f-6322-486c-a3f3-68074cf4aca5</id><updated>2026-04-28T09:25:37.847-04:00</updated><summary>A soccer match official who had been a potential pick to work at the men's World Cup in North America was arrested for an alleged sexual assault at a hotel while in Britain for a game.</summary></entry><entry><title>Swiss court throws out graft case against imprisoned daughter of former Uzbek president</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/karimova-uzbekistan-switzerland-money-laundering-w85823"/><id>urn:uuid:59900b3a-9d5f-43bf-b15f-2fd774c11b2b</id><updated>2026-04-28T09:24:27.252-04:00</updated><summary>A Swiss court has thrown out the case against the daughter of a former president of Uzbekistan on charges including money laundering and bribery.</summary></entry><entry><title>PGA Tour heads to Doral for the first time in 10 years and PGA Tour Champions has another major</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/doral-trump-pga-tour-lpga-senior-major-d50497"/><id>urn:uuid:657f839f-57fb-4a35-9cff-baa2472d658f</id><updated>2026-04-28T09:23:28.205-04:00</updated><summary>The PGA Tour returns after 10 years to Trump National Doral for a $20 million signature event.</summary></entry><entry><title>Most sunscreens harm corals. Here's what you can do</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/coral-reefs-sunscreen-chemicals-oceans-water-damage-h19909"/><id>urn:uuid:312b8a1e-9d9d-42e8-b044-81ae611b5e07</id><updated>2026-04-28T09:16:30.631-04:00</updated><summary>About 25% of applied sunscreen washes off into the water, releasing thousands of tons of toxic chemicals annually in reef areas.</summary></entry><entry><title>Croatia, Bosnia sign pipeline deal to reduce dependency on Russia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/croatia-bosnia-us-gas-connection-russia-f30510"/><id>urn:uuid:ebf4fa6e-e07b-48c7-8231-89156607fd50</id><updated>2026-04-28T09:01:21.086-04:00</updated><summary>Croatia and Bosnia have signed an agreement to build a gas pipeline aimed at reducing energy dependency on Russia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Southern Poverty Law Center says its informant program was not kept secret from law enforcement</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/southern-poverty-law-center-criminal-investigation-n37009"/><id>urn:uuid:397727b3-a9b3-4dfa-ad0f-95a9b17e3534</id><updated>2026-04-28T09:00:32.696-04:00</updated><summary>The Southern Poverty Law Center has told a federal court that law enforcement agencies knew for years that the nonprofit was paying informants to report on the movements of hate groups.</summary></entry><entry><title>Stones leaving Man City after 10 years of being the 'very embodiment' of Guardiola's team</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/john-stones-man-city-o19983"/><id>urn:uuid:1d38a236-4b79-46a7-96dd-db9985b69f99</id><updated>2026-04-28T08:58:58.983-04:00</updated><summary>England defender John Stones will leave Manchester City at the end of the season to bring to a close his 10-year spell at the club that covers the entirety of Pep Guardiola's trophy-filled reign.</summary></entry><entry><title>BP's profit more than doubles as US gas prices hit the highest point since the start of war in Iran</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/bp-oil-trump-iran-gas-aaa-inflation-d41235"/><id>urn:uuid:1c46508c-ac5a-47f3-9fbe-13e1b0cb13c8</id><updated>2026-04-28T08:56:55.314-04:00</updated><summary>BP's profit more than doubled in the first quarter as the war in Iran drove energy prices sharply higher.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jade Eatery &amp; Lounge closes in Port Washington</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/jade-port-washington-jkb8sawc"/><id>urn:uuid:273c0271-5dfe-441d-aefa-a8f29b72217b</id><updated>2026-04-28T08:50:26.473-04:00</updated><summary>It's the third restaurant in six years to close at this location.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chocolate mix sold at Uncle Giuseppe's recalled due to undeclared products</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/recall-chocolate-bridge-mix-kqd7cle4"/><id>urn:uuid:6cc6650b-6fc2-4527-8c02-54c44bb59ac3</id><updated>2026-04-28T08:49:31.484-04:00</updated><summary>We R Nuts in Port Washington recalled 254 containers of Milk Chocolate Bridge Mix.</summary></entry><entry><title>Real Madrid and Brazil defender Militão has hamstring op and will miss World Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/eder-militao-real-madrid-brazil-world-cup-w02117"/><id>urn:uuid:53e258b3-a856-44c0-82fb-4237192d801d</id><updated>2026-04-28T08:35:33.024-04:00</updated><summary>Brazil and Real Madrid defender Éder Militão has undergone surgery to fix a hamstring problem that is set to keep him from playing in the World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mike Francesa returns to his podcast after unexplained absence</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/media/mike-francesa-podcast-returns-enpjnjil"/><id>urn:uuid:c0e8be2c-cdec-4b1d-affb-250b2f095b8b</id><updated>2026-04-28T08:35:11.697-04:00</updated><summary>Rumors circulated during his two weeks away that he was dying.</summary></entry><entry><title>United Arab Emirates will leave OPEC in a blow to the oil cartel</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/opec-united-arab-emirates-leaving-cartel-c93799"/><id>urn:uuid:6cf91071-d5a5-4fb0-9bf1-905aa0ec4d25</id><updated>2026-04-28T08:35:11.537-04:00</updated><summary>The United Arab Emirates will leave OPEC effective Friday, stripping the oil cartel of its third-largest producer and further weakening its leverage over global oil supplies and prices.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long shot So Happy runs to the Kentucky Derby amid heartbreak and hope and a chance at history</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/kentucky-derby-so-happy-a66322"/><id>urn:uuid:24089a7a-0ff1-4e44-b758-c639dfdac0c1</id><updated>2026-04-28T08:10:33.431-04:00</updated><summary>So Happy is the underdog Kentucky Derby horse carrying the weight of his trainer's grief and and has the chance to create one of the most heartwarming stories in the sport.</summary></entry><entry><title>ICC awards $8.4 million in reparations to victims of al-Qaida-linked leader in Mali</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/icc-court-timbuktu-reparations-mali-a05105"/><id>urn:uuid:856609f5-1ec1-4946-bacb-2dcf9b40bd82</id><updated>2026-04-28T07:47:27.047-04:00</updated><summary>The International Criminal Court has ordered an al-Qaida-linked leader to pay 7.2 million euros in reparations for atrocities in Timbuktu in Mali.</summary></entry><entry><title>Belarus frees prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut in a 10-person prisoner swap</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/belarus-journalist-prisoner-freed-b39181"/><id>urn:uuid:8415fcf0-7b22-4b0a-afb6-3241e638e99a</id><updated>2026-04-28T07:23:38.282-04:00</updated><summary>Officials say prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut has been released from jail in Belarus in a swap with Poland that also saw a total of 10 people freed as the authoritarian leader of Belarus seeks improved relations with the West.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Korean court extends prison sentence for wife of ousted president</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-korea-martial-law-yoon-wife-kim-c51524"/><id>urn:uuid:09a2d40b-839d-42bb-8621-9c28fb34bb7b</id><updated>2026-04-28T07:20:13.837-04:00</updated><summary>An appeals court has increased the sentence for South Korea's former first lady, Kim Keon Hee, to four years for corruption.</summary></entry><entry><title>Robot dogs with Musk and Zuckerberg heads roam around Berlin museum in Beeple's new exhibit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/germany-berlin-robot-dogs-beeple-bezos-digital-art-o19213"/><id>urn:uuid:16cc90c2-5ed8-44d6-87a7-be5b9f0fcda5</id><updated>2026-04-28T07:19:29.190-04:00</updated><summary>Robot dogs with hyper-realistic silicone heads modeled after famous figures like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are roaming a Berlin museum.</summary></entry><entry><title>World Cup host city Vancouver risks losing its Major League Soccer club Whitecaps</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/mls-vancouver-whitecaps-sale-move-n23424"/><id>urn:uuid:d6ddcd18-339a-4a4c-af0e-21dbfb826117</id><updated>2026-04-28T06:49:52.659-04:00</updated><summary>World Cup host Vancouver is at risk of losing its Major League Soccer club to another city.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ukraine says it shot down 33,000 Russian drones in March, a monthly record</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-war-drone-attacks-oil-h74359"/><id>urn:uuid:7c2d8fe8-30cb-4c7e-b5f4-42d4742d0f24</id><updated>2026-04-28T06:30:32.030-04:00</updated><summary>Ukraine's defense minister says the country's armed forces shot down more than 33,000 Russian drones of various types in March, a record monthly figure since Moscow launched its all-out invasion more than four years ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>Takeaways from AP investigation: Adopted kids confined in for-profit institutions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/adopted-children-boarding-schools-investigation-takeaways-v60751"/><id>urn:uuid:4b83c437-42ba-43c6-8b17-c6376e3c6bf0</id><updated>2026-04-28T06:28:48.487-04:00</updated><summary>Takeaways from an Associated Press investigation that finds a business known for tough-love boarding schools for rebellious, rich teenagers has set its sights on a different demographic: adopted kids.</summary></entry><entry><title>Adopted and Locked Away: Kids promised 'forever homes' instead confined in for-profit institutions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/adopted-children-boarding-schools-treatment-investigation-g53955"/><id>urn:uuid:6ba03e25-f9c7-4e87-87c6-391c4784f71e</id><updated>2026-04-28T06:27:03.779-04:00</updated><summary>An Associated Press investigation finds that a business known for tough-love boarding schools for rebellious, rich teenagers has set its sights on a different demographic: adopted kids.</summary></entry><entry><title>Committee to Protect Journalists calls for release of missing German journalist in Syria</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/germany-syria-missing-journalist-eva-maria-michelmann-l52449"/><id>urn:uuid:28825375-7c7e-40a8-889b-7b98ede5b65f</id><updated>2026-04-28T06:13:28.945-04:00</updated><summary>A German journalist missing in Syria for over three months is likely detained in a Damascus prison, according to her lawyer.</summary></entry><entry><title>The mighty NL Central is the majors' only division with 5 winning teams</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-brewers-reds-cardinals-pirates-e39793"/><id>urn:uuid:3801fd1d-4916-4902-b9f1-06693cdf9898</id><updated>2026-04-28T06:00:35.763-04:00</updated><summary>The NL Central has reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Goals galore as PSG beats Bayern Munich 5-4 in wild Champions League semifinal 1st leg</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/psg-bayern-champions-league-semifinal-k99617"/><id>urn:uuid:0962bc2a-ddde-447b-9eaf-61ddd4370477</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:46:18.481-04:00</updated><summary>Titleholder Paris Saint-Germain held on for a pulsating 5-4 win over Bayern Munich in a roller-coaster Champions League semifinal first leg.</summary></entry><entry><title>Uganda detains 231 foreigners in crackdown on possible human trafficking</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/uganda-migration-trafficking-arrests-cyberscam-m46307"/><id>urn:uuid:30e3cb48-ffc4-4976-b3d7-d2433e567292</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:45:04.062-04:00</updated><summary>Ugandan authorities say they have detained dozens of foreigners in a crackdown on illegal migration that was likely linked to human traffickers and cyberscam operations.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why you may see Japanese soccer fans cleaning up the stadium after World Cup games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/japan-clean-world-cup-k48017"/><id>urn:uuid:a814cc09-fa87-4648-90b3-ac70682661b1</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:09:23.797-04:00</updated><summary>Scenes of Japanese soccer fans sweeping stadiums and picking up trash after a match first drew public attention in France in 1998 — Japan's first appearance in the World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>89-year-old man arrested for allegedly wounding at least 4 people with a shotgun in Greek capital</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/greece-shooting-athens-b15678"/><id>urn:uuid:ffb2d7f1-0386-4423-ba39-988abb26ba7e</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:07:58.056-04:00</updated><summary>Greek authorities say several people have been wounded after a gunman opened fire at a social security office and at a courthouse in central Athens.</summary></entry><entry><title>King Charles marks ties with U.S., amid tensions over Iran, tariffs</title><author><name>Billy House</name><email>billy.house@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/king-charles-congress-e8brxphk"/><id>urn:uuid:80a80ae6-205f-493e-a5bf-0fa12a3f9658</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The king will be just the second British monarch to address Congress. Only his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II, has previously done so.</summary></entry><entry><title>Don't reduce points for parkway violators, 13% district tax levy, more</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/southern-state-parkway-southern-shield-pardons-tax-levy-numc-gdhzbj34"/><id>urn:uuid:1674e740-499e-4177-ae69-aa6c041e249a</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kadoya opens in Westhampton Beach</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/kadoya-westhampton-beach-sushi-japanese-iy93dden"/><id>urn:uuid:65c3ef06-4d40-4d9a-9f04-561f29fdbb52</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>It takes over a 29-year-old Japanese standard-bearer that closed in 2024.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jamie Lynn Sigler talks about 'Sopranos,' Mariah Carey, more</title><author><name>Daniel Bubbeo</name><email>daniel.bubbeo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/celebrities/jamie-lynn-sigler-memoir-i12ilu1g"/><id>urn:uuid:1af7d19c-33aa-447a-be7a-e90d1dfbae21</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The Jericho native will talk about her newest book with Robert Iler at LIU Post on May 3.</summary></entry><entry><title>EPA cannot backtrack on PFAS drinking water standards</title><author><name>Adrienne Esposito</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/guest-essays/pfas-zeldin-epa-long-island-mu1b3w0j"/><id>urn:uuid:9174aae5-fa0f-4b0e-8a3e-f5662ff61766</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>There is still time for the old Lee Zeldin to show up and take bold action.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shinnecock feel stymied by NYS resistance to economic development plans</title><author><name>Mark Harrington</name><email>mark.harrington@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/shinnecock-indian-nation-native-tribes-kathy-hochul-j6xygiwm"/><id>urn:uuid:be72009c-5cf8-4110-8c2e-09858b174711</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Plans for a casino and a gas station have met with resistance from state and local government.</summary></entry><entry><title>51% of U.S. home sellers repeatedly dropped prices last year. What about on Long Island?</title><author><name>Rachel Weiss</name><email>rachel.weiss@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/price-drop-house-xt2rrh1a"/><id>urn:uuid:01395f6e-777d-48e0-9eaa-04458b69d0ce</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Data shows 51% of sellers reduced their asking prices four times or more nationwide, and just 9% of sellers made no price reduction at all.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nassau bolsters animal tethering law, penalties for offenders</title><author><name>Ted Phillips</name><email>ted.phillips@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/nassau-animal-tethering-law-vnhtc6b4"/><id>urn:uuid:34465c4c-219d-49f2-9e2b-f63839094a74</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>It's illegal to tether an animal outdoors overnight, from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m., under the amendment signed Monday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Renoir painting from Whitney estate in Manhasset goes to auction at Christie's</title><author><name>John Asbury</name><email>john.asbury@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/renoir-whitney-payson-manhasset-auction-christies-c15idmpq"/><id>urn:uuid:bc184da8-01b5-46d9-a0b0-53ddf8403a1f</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Pierre-Auguste Renoir's classic 1877 painting "La Femme aux Lilas" hung in the Whitney family's Manhasset home for nearly a century,</summary></entry><entry><title>Wren Kitchens closes all Long Island and U.S. showrooms and Home Depot 'studios'</title><author><name>Victor Ocasio</name><email>victor.ocasio@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/home-improvement-repairs-retail-bankruptcy-j12r7os3"/><id>urn:uuid:89992f0e-0b20-493f-8ea9-16a5d4e4e5f8</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The United Kingdom-based company has filed for bankruptcy in Delaware.</summary></entry><entry><title>8 great gardening gifts for Mother's Day</title><author><name>Jessica Damiano</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/mothers-day-gardening-gifts-bkstmkh2"/><id>urn:uuid:493067e7-a3d7-432f-9c6a-068dbdb5f549</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>These inspired gifts will have her looking, digging, sipping and feeling like she's in Shangri-La.</summary></entry><entry><title>Recent history shows Mets may not benefit from firing Carlos Mendoza</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-carlos-mendoza-npyvnrk7"/><id>urn:uuid:d482fa20-bb89-4d0d-a7e2-db2a682ac99f</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>From 2021-25, there were 10 in-season managerial firings before September, but only three made a significant impact.</summary></entry><entry><title>Inside LaGuardia's Terminal B lounges: Luxe amenities and dining</title><author><name>Carissa Kellman</name><email>carissa.kellman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/laguardia-terminal-b-lounges-2026-nddaf277"/><id>urn:uuid:ce9ea588-9bfc-4fef-a605-ffa06c48b27e</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Six of the airport's seven lounges are in the newly renovated Terminal B, offering food and drink, work spaces, wellness services and more.</summary></entry><entry><title>Islanders offseason roster analysis, Part 1: The forwards</title><author><name>Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/isles-offseason-roster-analysis-forwards-k27lvjhn"/><id>urn:uuid:db3f53ac-6c3c-49a5-9ca1-dc67f58ecc9d</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>New coach Pete DeBoer is going to want speed in the middle next season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Deer Park-based Costello's Ace Hardware to open more NJ, Pa. stores</title><author><name>Celia Young</name><email>celia.young@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/costellos-ace-hardware-wyywea45"/><id>urn:uuid:19a30799-9ad4-4ffb-bc31-8601016610bc</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The planned openings come as Costello's Ace Hardware looks to expand beyond Long Island.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tom Rock: LI's Dan Villari sees Rams as 'someplace I was wanted,' wants to prove NFL wrong for letting him go undrafted</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/tom-rock/dan-villari-plainedge-syracuse-la-rams-cdktybm6"/><id>urn:uuid:f5f7110d-ff0c-4855-b910-deb7dcf35cc5</id><updated>2026-04-28T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The quarterback-turned-tight end signed a free agent deal with Los Angeles after going undrafted, and now looks to prove to teams that passed on him in the NFL Draft why they were wrong.</summary></entry><entry><title>2030 Winter Olympics organizers weigh Paris or Lyon for ice hockey after Nice impasse</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/french-2030-olympics-ice-hockey-f49991"/><id>urn:uuid:d8da28cf-736f-4f39-8c61-c07a5710b991</id><updated>2026-04-28T04:57:35.677-04:00</updated><summary>French organizers of the 2030 Winter Olympics are considering alternative locations for ice hockey due to a political deadlock in Nice.</summary></entry><entry><title>Australia moves to tax Meta, Google and TikTok to fund newsrooms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/australia-tax-meta-google-tiktok-journalism-a04446"/><id>urn:uuid:bb92d731-b565-4fc6-9f37-27548575bcbb</id><updated>2026-04-28T04:41:02.481-04:00</updated><summary>Australia is proposing to tax digital giants Meta, Google and TikTok on a part of their revenue to pay for news reporters.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jaden McDaniels embraces the villain role in Denver after Game 5 loss to Nuggets brings boos</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/jaden-mcdaniels-timberwolves-nuggets-nba-playoffs-a29568"/><id>urn:uuid:c2baa60b-cdf9-4731-81c5-05b25e7e27bd</id><updated>2026-04-28T03:20:47.583-04:00</updated><summary>Jaden McDaniels embraces the boos from the Denver Nuggets' crowd.</summary></entry><entry><title>Thunder breeze through the first round for a 3rd straight year and brace for tougher games ahead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/thunder-advance-second-round-suns-nba-playoffs-t38632"/><id>urn:uuid:2f8d4391-b353-451c-b7b3-afe7719680dc</id><updated>2026-04-28T03:11:14.133-04:00</updated><summary>Oklahoma City's first-round dominance in the NBA playoffs continues.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kyle Tucker's quiet night turns loud with a walk-off hit for the Dodgers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-kyle-tucker-marlins-n66784"/><id>urn:uuid:783cd158-7774-487e-b2cf-b3c95fb930dd</id><updated>2026-04-28T03:03:11.414-04:00</updated><summary>Kyle Tucker got his first walk-off hit since signing a blockbuster deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: United Arab Emirates says it will exit OPEC, while US-Iran negotiations stall</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-israel-us-lebanon-latest-april-28-2026-b36062"/><id>urn:uuid:ad41af5d-3a5f-4ffb-be34-33e57eedcc17</id><updated>2026-04-28T02:09:50.840-04:00</updated><summary>The United Arab Emirates has announced it will leave OPEC and the OPEC+ group, effective May 1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Murakami homers again as the White Sox top the Angels for a rain-delayed 8-7 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/angels-white-sox-score-murakami-p81624"/><id>urn:uuid:0ff314d7-2901-4381-a9e0-eac1d8a2cd84</id><updated>2026-04-28T01:48:45.840-04:00</updated><summary>Munetaka Murakami hit a three-run homer in a big seventh-inning rally, and the Chicago White Sox held off the slumping Los Angeles Angels for an 8-7 win.</summary></entry><entry><title>Heavy flooding in southern China forces evacuations and leaves vehicles submerged</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/china-floods-qinzhou-torrential-rain-l87701"/><id>urn:uuid:4bd98b77-93c1-4964-ba20-9a31305aa133</id><updated>2026-04-28T01:43:52.114-04:00</updated><summary>Heavy flooding from torrential rain submerged vehicles and forced the evacuation of more than 200 residents in a southern Chinese city.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jokic has triple-double as Nuggets avoid elimination with 125-113 win against Timberwolves</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/timberwolves-nuggets-score-jokic-nba-playoffs-x53254"/><id>urn:uuid:ef747400-ac54-4443-9309-527156b119e5</id><updated>2026-04-28T01:41:00.387-04:00</updated><summary>Nikola Jokic snapped out of his prolonged funk with a triple-double, Spencer Jones provided a key spark and the Denver Nuggets staved off elimination with a chippy 125-113 win over the injury-riddled Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of their playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>France and Machado lead red-hot Padres to 9-7 victory over Cubs as Miller's scoreless streak ends</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-padres-score-france-j89539"/><id>urn:uuid:f0af05b0-7fae-4765-ba0d-6c806bf3dbf9</id><updated>2026-04-28T01:29:02.514-04:00</updated><summary>Ty France drove in four runs with a double and a triple to lead the surging San Diego Padres over the Chicago Cubs 9-7.</summary></entry><entry><title>A South Sudan community is denied aid as government and opposition blame each other</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-sudan-fighting-opposition-access-government-aid-h06955"/><id>urn:uuid:c42a1de3-1963-4891-995b-58578492bfd9</id><updated>2026-04-28T01:26:39.013-04:00</updated><summary>Displaced people in a South Sudan village have been denied lifesaving aid by the government, according to eyewitnesses and aid groups.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kyle Tucker's 2-out, 2-run single in the 9th inning leads Dodgers past Marlins 5-4</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/marlins-dodgers-score-j93623"/><id>urn:uuid:dfc297b8-bd51-4bb3-9f4e-22a198a0d5de</id><updated>2026-04-28T01:21:41.527-04:00</updated><summary>Kyle Tucker singled in the tying and go-ahead runs with two outs in the bottom of the ninth, rallying the Los Angeles Dodgers past the Miami Marlins 5-4.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran's economy has been battered. Its leaders still think Trump will blink first</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-us-israel-war-economy-blockade-steel-exports-s19614"/><id>urn:uuid:fdb13cea-827f-4c76-b360-c5bd4f4e261c</id><updated>2026-04-28T01:14:31.908-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. and Israeli airstrikes have crippled thousands of factories in Iran, and the damage is reverberating across the country's economy.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man pleads guilty to plotting attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/taylor-swift-concerts-terrorism-vienna-islamic-state-plot-trial-u19962"/><id>urn:uuid:442d5a30-749b-4941-b2ab-47b62df0829d</id><updated>2026-04-28T01:07:18.207-04:00</updated><summary>A man accused of plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swift's concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago has pleaded guilty as his trial began on Tuesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Theodore's overtime goal lifts Golden Knights to 5-4 win over Mammoth; series tied 2-all</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/golden-knights-mammoth-score-m47479"/><id>urn:uuid:302bf76a-b0d4-4a92-ade1-7f2833cfb939</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:46:36.606-04:00</updated><summary>Shea Theodore scored on a snap shot from the high slot with 51.5 seconds left in overtime and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Utah Mammoth 5-4 after squandering a three-goal lead, tying their first-round playoff series at two games apiece.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sinking AI stocks and rising oil prices weigh on Wall Street</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/stock-markets-trump-oil-iran-war-j28565"/><id>urn:uuid:3ab8a125-994c-4315-ad31-29f3c3c4254d</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:37:41.370-04:00</updated><summary>Sinking AI stocks and another climb in oil prices helped pull Wall Street off its record heights.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sloppy Pistons are 1 loss from becoming 7th No. 1 seed to lose to an 8 seed in the NBA playoffs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/pistons-magic-series-seed-nba-s67070"/><id>urn:uuid:2f4f3c2f-ba5a-4bac-a402-7a134e3a85d1</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:32:58.623-04:00</updated><summary>Those 60 wins in the regular season and that No. 1 seed don't mean much for the Detroit Pistons right now.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gilgeous-Alexander scores 31 and Thunder outlast Suns 131-122 to cap a 4-game sweep</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/thunder-suns-score-s92747"/><id>urn:uuid:5dd8828d-b535-4ce6-9da8-0469318e7ec1</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:24:38.727-04:00</updated><summary>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points, Chet Holmgren added 24 and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Phoenix Suns 131-122, capping a four-game sweep in the first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>US energy blockade leaves Cuban farmers struggling to feed a nation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cuba-farms-united-states-energy-blockade-power-gas-a41733"/><id>urn:uuid:d6f52352-28a5-47ce-bf14-a2ac504a8e3f</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:20:40.705-04:00</updated><summary>Farmers across Cuba are struggling to feed the country amid a U.S. energy blockade that's causing severe shortages.</summary></entry><entry><title>Starmer averts ethics probe over Mandelson appointment but faces more pressure</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/starmer-mandelson-ambassador-appointment-investigation-t41135"/><id>urn:uuid:5e50fecb-4beb-4f39-a5b8-1910c8dfbb33</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:18:19.847-04:00</updated><summary>U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has avoided a parliamentary inquiry over appointing Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington.</summary></entry><entry><title>Florida redistricting and a rocky special session put Ron DeSantis back in the Republican spotlight</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/ron-desantis-donald-trump-florida-gerrymandering-redistricting-o82292"/><id>urn:uuid:4b89159c-cc96-4a5c-b0d5-7938a1e6cf2c</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:10:28.714-04:00</updated><summary>Ron DeSantis is back in the national spotlight as he pushes for a new congressional map in Florida.</summary></entry><entry><title>King Charles III highlights US-UK bond during busy day of diplomacy with Trump and Congress</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/king-charles-us-state-visit-trump-congress-s46423"/><id>urn:uuid:8a31255c-ad06-49c8-ba20-120c9b0b2f98</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:09:23.548-04:00</updated><summary>King Charles III has marked the 250th anniversary of American independence from Britain with gratitude that the two countries united to build "one of the most consequential alliances in human history."</summary></entry><entry><title>OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma set to dissolve after judge approves its criminal sentence</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/oxycontin-purdue-pharma-criminal-sentence-settlement-j60543"/><id>urn:uuid:1becdc7a-21d5-44d5-bdf0-7814f1db977e</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:07:32.311-04:00</updated><summary>OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma has been ordered to pay $225 million in a criminal case related to how it sold its blockbuster opioid painkiller.</summary></entry><entry><title>US soldier pleads not guilty to using intel on Maduro raid to win $400,000 on Polymarket</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/polymarket-maduro-raid-soldier-intel-j33956"/><id>urn:uuid:59725320-a5a7-4dec-8502-f04a05766e05</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:06:12.198-04:00</updated><summary>A U.S. special forces soldier has pleaded not guilty in federal court in New York to charges that he used classified information about the mission to capture former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro to win more than $400,000.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ex-NBA player Damon Jones is 1st to plead guilty in gambling sweep that led to over 30 arrests</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/damon-jones-nba-poker-betting-lebron-james-x59111"/><id>urn:uuid:150e8401-efec-40c0-89f1-135e2351582d</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:05:31.427-04:00</updated><summary>Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones has become the first person to plead guilty in a gambling sweep that led to the arrests of more than 30 people, including reputed mobsters and other basketball figures.</summary></entry><entry><title>Will Powell stay or go? Fed chair may reveal next steps after central bank meeting Wednesday</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/fed-powell-trump-warsh-q62633"/><id>urn:uuid:c53e5665-d279-480d-906d-17c9ae96649c</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:05:22.883-04:00</updated><summary>The Federal Reserve will meet this week ahead of a looming leadership transition that remains fuzzy, and Wednesday's news conference will be closely watched for any clarification.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump pursues new import taxes to replace the tariffs the Supreme Court rejected</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/trump-tariffs-supreme-court-trade-import-taxes-j00194"/><id>urn:uuid:d86a98a0-74da-447a-9bfb-79563364a66a</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:05:12.804-04:00</updated><summary>When the Supreme Court killed his favorite tariffs in February, President Donald Trump rolled out temporary import taxes to replace them.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suspect in killing of 2 Florida graduate students from Bangladesh held without bond</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/missing-grad-students-florida-i94348"/><id>urn:uuid:6532a9ff-6ecd-4cbf-801e-6729bcd7fc2e</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:04:58.419-04:00</updated><summary>A suspect has been ordered held without bond for murder charges in the killings of two University of South Florida students.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nebraska is becoming the first state to implement a Medicaid work requirement signed by Trump</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/medicaid-work-requirements-nebraska-y89242"/><id>urn:uuid:a5eafc2c-25e3-493d-885e-f4bd3056b31a</id><updated>2026-04-28T00:03:41.941-04:00</updated><summary>Many people applying for Medicaid in Nebraska will soon have to prove that they're working, volunteering or in school.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Penguins needed Sidney Crosby to do Sidney Crosby things against Philly. The captain delivered</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/pittsburgh-penguins-sidney-crosby-q16384"/><id>urn:uuid:33fd99b1-21a3-4ff2-9b03-86047c74ef72</id><updated>2026-04-27T23:30:30.726-04:00</updated><summary>Sidney Crosby is finding his game, and the Pittsburgh Penguins are suddenly making it hard on the Philadelphia Flyers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankees hit three home runs vs. Rangers for 10th win in last 12 games</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-game-lr4hde47"/><id>urn:uuid:42b54d77-1ab2-471c-801e-916f114db4e8</id><updated>2026-04-27T23:11:19.444-04:00</updated><summary>Aaron Judge and Ben Rice had the first back-to-back homers for the Yankees this season, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. also went deep.</summary></entry><entry><title>Desmond Bane scores 22, No. 8 seed Magic beat No. 1 seed Pistons 94-88 for a 3-1 series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/pistons-magic-score-n37406"/><id>urn:uuid:258badd6-d889-417a-8108-132d7e4962bb</id><updated>2026-04-27T23:08:39.440-04:00</updated><summary>Desmond Bane scored 22 points, Franz Wagner had 19 in three quarters and the Orlando Magic beat the Detroit Pistons 94-88 to take a 3-1 series lead, putting the East's No. 1 seed on the brink of elimination.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kody Clemens homers, drives in 5 runs to power the Twins to an 11-4 win over Mariners</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-twins-score-l13657"/><id>urn:uuid:6ac1e3e4-9c0c-45f5-a5b6-11cc68dd4a94</id><updated>2026-04-27T22:41:39.515-04:00</updated><summary>Kody Clemens homered and drove in five runs, Byron Buxton also went deep and Connor Prielipp earned his first big league win as the Minnesota Twins beat the Seattle Mariners 11-4.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rescuers recover last victims from Indonesia train wreck that killed 15 and injured dozens</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/indonesia-train-crash-collision-jakarta-bekasi-c88826"/><id>urn:uuid:7a6932de-c610-4531-b000-671f5918c6e5</id><updated>2026-04-27T22:35:23.605-04:00</updated><summary>Rescuers have finished removing victims from a damaged commuter train car, confirming the crash outside Indonesia's capital killed 15 people.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mexico's military captures top cartel leader in another blow to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/jalisco-new-generation-cartel-mexico-flores-silva-r04601"/><id>urn:uuid:e0d44beb-096c-4d59-9f02-8c9fef797366</id><updated>2026-04-27T22:30:58.975-04:00</updated><summary>The Mexican military has captured a top cartel leader in northwestern Mexico, dealing another blow to the country's most powerful criminal enterprise, the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.</summary></entry><entry><title>LIV Golf and Louisiana officials postpone the tour's New Orleans event</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/liv-golf-new-orleans-postponed-j75395"/><id>urn:uuid:135f88a3-43ed-4ac6-88b7-aa6bc4dd7589</id><updated>2026-04-27T22:26:52.160-04:00</updated><summary>LIV Golf says it is working with Louisiana state officials to move its inaugural June tournament in New Orleans to the fall, but fell short of guaranteeing that the event would take place at all.</summary></entry><entry><title>Guardians prospect Travis Bazzana, 2024 top overall pick, will be called up Tuesday, AP source says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/guardians-bazzana-q55795"/><id>urn:uuid:43a43729-d5be-4789-9ab9-a2311484c942</id><updated>2026-04-27T22:09:43.838-04:00</updated><summary>Travis Bazzana, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 amateur draft, will be called up by the Cleveland Guardians and could make his major-league debut during Tuesday night's game against the Tampa Bay Rays, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suárez fires 8 dominant innings as Red Sox blank Blue Jays 5-0 for first 3-game winning streak</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-blue-jays-score-suarez-v52594"/><id>urn:uuid:0a76932f-dd12-441d-9489-81e21c61d634</id><updated>2026-04-27T22:05:50.029-04:00</updated><summary>Ranger Suárez and Greg Weissert combined on a two-hitter, Carlos Narváez hit a solo home run and the Boston Red Sox beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-0, their third straight win and second in a row under interim manager Chad Tracy.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cards get consecutive HRs, 2-run double in 9th and top Pirates 4-2 after being no-hit into 7th</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cardinals-pirates-score-a76024"/><id>urn:uuid:26392300-3779-4776-8710-911040e9a70e</id><updated>2026-04-27T21:58:30.362-04:00</updated><summary>Jose Fermin hit a tiebreaking two-run double after Pedro Pages and JJ Wetherholt hit consecutive homers — all in the ninth inning — as the St. Louis Cardinals rallied to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 after breaking up a perfect game bid in the seventh inning.</summary></entry><entry><title>Penguins fend off elimination again with a 3-2 Game 5 win over Flyers to send series back to Philly</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/flyers-penguins-score-u35335"/><id>urn:uuid:67e8cd98-f53e-44e2-9eba-e69d09c6ba6a</id><updated>2026-04-27T21:58:10.591-04:00</updated><summary>The Pittsburgh Penguins kept their season alive, edging the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 in Game 5 to send the best-of-seven series back to Philly.</summary></entry><entry><title>High school sports roundup: Jaxson Torres' no-hitter for Plainedge, plus more baseball, softball and girls lacross scores</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/long-island-roundup-baseball-softball-girls-lacrosse-j14cagzv"/><id>urn:uuid:f7e6c2b6-d984-4a7d-81f8-8dedd30aa2cc</id><updated>2026-04-27T21:25:41.210-04:00</updated><summary>Jaxson Torres threw a no-hitter on 82 pitches, walking one and striking out 15 over seven innings in Plainedge's win over Locust Valley in Nassau A baseball on Monday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Employee testifies owners knew of problems at Dominican club where roof collapse killed 236</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/dominican-republic-jet-set-owners-espaillat-c60520"/><id>urn:uuid:7ac92a97-15bd-4c81-9c9e-df44bdc63c52</id><updated>2026-04-27T21:14:55.472-04:00</updated><summary>A former employee of the popular Jet Set nightclub has told a judge that the owners were fully aware the structure in the Dominican capital was deteriorated before the roof collapsed last year and killed 236 people.</summary></entry><entry><title>White House withdraws hospitality executive as nominee to lead the National Park Service</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/national-park-service-scott-socha-k52443"/><id>urn:uuid:d4a70db7-8670-47d6-b673-83b1e7aef109</id><updated>2026-04-27T21:06:45.642-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is withdrawing his nomination of a hospitality company executive to lead the National Park Service.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ryan Vilade has 3 hits, drives in 2 runs as Tampa Bay beats Cleveland 3-2 to extend win streak to 5</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/rays-guardians-score-l10515"/><id>urn:uuid:010f2418-665f-4e26-bb4c-ec587fbd1354</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:54:32.986-04:00</updated><summary>Ryan Vilade had three hits and drove in two runs, including the go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays won their fifth straight, defeating the Cleveland Guardians 3-2 Monday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>NBA and FIBA going through bids from potential team owners for new European league</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-europe-league-fiba-y72500"/><id>urn:uuid:11ddd529-cc01-4f3d-b7ba-3a8a9f4e4ed2</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:53:35.185-04:00</updated><summary>The NBA and FIBA are reviewing bids for a new European league.</summary></entry><entry><title>Erik Boland: Jasson Dominguez is back with Yankees; the question is, how long will he last?</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/erik-boland/jasson-dominguez-yankees-wd0vts50"/><id>urn:uuid:1a63d4d1-6978-49ef-8be2-13cf0f77d7d5</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:53:21.631-04:00</updated><summary>For now, it's enough that he's back and, more significant, how he put himself in position to be back.</summary></entry><entry><title>Middle Country district treats for ticks at 2 schools after parents' complaints</title><author><name>Nicholas Grasso and Lorena Mongelli</name><email>lorena.mongelli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/ticks-middle-country-schools-selden-centereach-xbzr2mvp"/><id>urn:uuid:5f894b79-0c88-4da6-a730-25b6866311fb</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:53:15.799-04:00</updated><summary>Parents whose children attend the Bicycle Path and Unity Drive PreK/Kindergarten Centers in Selden and Centereach have complained about the presence of ticks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cardinals' Alec Burleson breaks up Pirates' perfect game bid with infield single in 7th inning</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cardinals-pirates-perfect-game-u92009"/><id>urn:uuid:dbc61bff-6790-4cae-b7af-970ed5bed43d</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:51:51.531-04:00</updated><summary>Four Pittsburgh Pirates pitchers combined to hold the St. Louis Cardinals hitless through 6 2/3 innings before Alec Burleson's two-out infield single off Evan Sisk in the seventh broke up a perfect game bid on Monday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kid Rock flies in Army helicopter weeks after flights near his house drew scrutiny</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/kid-rock-hegseth-army-apache-helicopters-s22225"/><id>urn:uuid:f66dc1a3-5ca1-48b5-a434-01c2e637dece</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:43:34.802-04:00</updated><summary>Kid Rock and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth both flew in Army Apache attack helicopters at a base in Virginia on Monday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Venezuela's leader visits Barbados seeking oil and gas investments</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/venezuela-delcy-rodriguez-barbados-visit-oil-investment-a20790"/><id>urn:uuid:f075b6c6-3d28-4e13-8898-8480dbd81735</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:42:05.558-04:00</updated><summary>Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, has met with Barbados' Prime Minister Mia Mottley and invited her administration to invest in energy production in the South American country.</summary></entry><entry><title>Republicans in Congress push for Trump's White House ballroom after shooting at media dinner</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/white-house-ballroom-trump-congress-v21400"/><id>urn:uuid:c238d010-b2d1-4d72-a183-19a5e67321e5</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:29:55.255-04:00</updated><summary>Republicans in Congress have launched new efforts to approve and pay for President Donald Trump's proposed ballroom at the White House.</summary></entry><entry><title>Commack ace Kate Schweitzer has 18 strikeouts in win over Sachem North</title><author><name>Michael Sicoli</name><email>michael.sicoli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/softball/commack-sachem-north-softball-ocf4ja62"/><id>urn:uuid:062251af-d85c-4d6a-b1d3-bfc822ca1464</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:24:42.533-04:00</updated><summary>The Cougars' star senior allowed six hits and no earned runs.</summary></entry><entry><title>McKenna Hovorka's two touchdowns lead Plainedge flag football past Massapequa</title><author><name>Jared Valluzzi</name><email>jared.valluzzi@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/flag-football/plainedge-massapequa-flag-football-afmq8lr2"/><id>urn:uuid:07cdf5c1-bc36-45f5-8204-105138e23ebf</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:18:19.191-04:00</updated><summary>She had a 60-yard interception return and a 5-yard rushing score.</summary></entry><entry><title>Louisiana Tech clear for move this summer to Sun Belt after settlement with Conference USA</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/louisiana-tech-conference-usa-sun-belt-conference-y68279"/><id>urn:uuid:769a2088-3c2a-47ce-ba04-0285cbca4616</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:14:56.458-04:00</updated><summary>Conference USA and Louisiana Tech have agreed on a settlement that will allow the Bulldogs to depart that league for the Sun Belt Conference this summer instead of having to wait another year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pedro Pascal is moved to tears on his second visit to CCXP Mexico pop culture convention</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/star-wars-pedro-pascal-favreau-mandalorian-grogu-c95550"/><id>urn:uuid:088937eb-28c2-4d9b-9a44-006640bd6d84</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:08:59.989-04:00</updated><summary>Pedro Pascal has visited the CCXP Mexico pop culture convention to present his new film, "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu."</summary></entry><entry><title>Kentucky Derby: How Former Giants kicker Younghoe Koo's botched field goal may have saved thoroughbred trainer Mark Toothaker's life</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/kentucky-derby-giants-younghoe-koo-uwid3hg6"/><id>urn:uuid:cd1d28ea-ac61-429d-a60f-3fe6f43d8ed0</id><updated>2026-04-27T20:08:12.549-04:00</updated><summary>When Giants kicker Younghoe Koo botched a field goal attempt during a Monday night game this past season, Mark Toothaker laughed so hard he had a seizure; tests showed a benign tumor in his head.</summary></entry><entry><title>Insecurity after a new close call threatens Trump</title><author><name>The Editorial Board</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/editorials/secret-service-white-house-correspondents-dinner-cole-tomas-allen-trump-h4wd7k07"/><id>urn:uuid:dfec5e4a-dd53-42bf-bd15-49e689589543</id><updated>2026-04-27T19:50:51.280-04:00</updated><summary>The incident in D.C. pushes the issue of guarding the president and top officials back to the fore.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carly Cangelosi's three goals help Sayville girls lacrosse team remain undefeated</title><author><name>Tess Ferguson</name><email>tess.ferguson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/girls-lacrosse/bayport-blue-point-sayville-girls-lacrosse-fd3htp4u"/><id>urn:uuid:b6194333-2ba5-47cb-bdcf-2d997050f00e</id><updated>2026-04-27T19:50:14.363-04:00</updated><summary>Cangelosi also had an assist while Julia Lilienthal made seven saves.</summary></entry><entry><title>Judge tosses murder conviction for man who served 25 years, rebuking a 'troubling' prosecution</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/manhattan-prosecutor-harry-ruiz-wrongful-conviction-d74655"/><id>urn:uuid:a6879dc2-aaac-49fe-94f6-1e24465479c6</id><updated>2026-04-27T19:40:45.975-04:00</updated><summary>A Manhattan judge has vacated the murder conviction of Henry Ruiz, who spent 25 years in prison for a 1993 murder.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Lennon: Blame for Mets' disaster can't fall only on Carlos Mendoza</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/david-lennon/mets-carlos-mendoza-onmqqtlo"/><id>urn:uuid:30bb172d-3211-49cf-b642-471918713dfd</id><updated>2026-04-27T19:38:59.849-04:00</updated><summary>The axe may fall on the Mets' manager soon, but anyone can agree there are many at fault for team's struggles.</summary></entry><entry><title>White Sox activate outfielder Austin Hays from the 10-day injured list</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-hays-murray-n99191"/><id>urn:uuid:501f6e46-6616-4ab6-88ce-7434aa4371d1</id><updated>2026-04-27T19:27:46.093-04:00</updated><summary>The Chicago White Sox have reinstated Austin Hays from the 10-day injured list after the veteran outfielder was sidelined by a right hamstring strain.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pentagon can require reporters to be escorted during appeal process, judges rule</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pentagon-press-nyt-new-york-times-access-h31991"/><id>urn:uuid:5b59669d-c884-4536-88be-dd6203946f48</id><updated>2026-04-27T19:26:37.314-04:00</updated><summary>An appeals court has ruled that the Defense Department can require journalists to be escorted on Pentagon grounds while the Trump administration appeals a judge's decision to block its enforcement of a press access policy challenged by The New York Times.</summary></entry><entry><title>Blakeman taxes show he earned combined $673G; Hochul filings show earnings were $1.86M</title><author><name>Yancey Roy and Bahar Ostadan</name><email>bahar.ostadan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/blakeman-hochul-taxes-ebcf72jy"/><id>urn:uuid:86835ba2-b8d1-48ab-8844-bc72fca732ce</id><updated>2026-04-27T19:26:23.271-04:00</updated><summary>The release follows a customary tradition for candidates vying for New York governor.</summary></entry><entry><title>Stony Brook University student William Turri arraigned on charges of selling drugs on campus</title><author><name>Nicholas Grasso and Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/stony-brook-university-student-methamphetamine-for-sale-drugs-vmp205l5"/><id>urn:uuid:92210d40-41c4-45c3-9966-60923b7e8b94</id><updated>2026-04-27T19:25:31.194-04:00</updated><summary>Turri was arrested after a search of his dorm room turned up methamphetamine and other illegal drugs intended for sale, police said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz is late scratch against Cardinals because of illness</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/oneil-cruz-scratched-t88382"/><id>urn:uuid:47e64f28-3885-458d-984c-8ac557db9e3f</id><updated>2026-04-27T19:20:34.940-04:00</updated><summary>Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz is a late scratch from the starting lineup of Monday night's game against the St. Louis Cardinals because of illness.</summary></entry><entry><title>Baby on board: Paramedics help passenger give birth just before Delta flight lands</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/woman-gives-birth-on-flight-portland-s60770"/><id>urn:uuid:070f6eb3-1832-4248-8a23-6302d22f0a6e</id><updated>2026-04-27T19:08:09.193-04:00</updated><summary>Two paramedics helped deliver a baby girl on a Delta flight as it landed in Portland, Oregon.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Dances With Wolves' actor Nathan Chasing Horse sentenced to life in prison for sexual assault</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nathan-chasing-horse-nevada-trial-prison-sentence-q21675"/><id>urn:uuid:9efa45cb-6dde-479d-89e2-23a2c5835e60</id><updated>2026-04-27T18:55:25.034-04:00</updated><summary>Nathan Chasing Horse has been sentenced to life in prison for sexual assault.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sabres are on the verge of a long-awaited series win, and the Ducks are too</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-sabres-ducks-h48185"/><id>urn:uuid:53d6f734-22bd-482e-b79d-647222a58192</id><updated>2026-04-27T18:55:00.492-04:00</updated><summary>The Buffalo Sabres have shed the burden of a 14-year absence from the Stanley Cup playoffs that set a dubious NHL record and surged toward their next big thing.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steve Popper: Can Knicks summon that Game 4 desperation that helped them blow out the Hawks?</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/steve-popper/knicks-hawks-jalen-brunson-slzr3gkw"/><id>urn:uuid:2853ad17-f907-4cfc-8ce8-7ab36564e583</id><updated>2026-04-27T18:53:56.723-04:00</updated><summary>Jalen Brunson believes that after the hard work to reach the postseason, no other motivation is needed.</summary></entry><entry><title>Utah charges man with murder in January shooting outside church in Salt Lake City</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/utah-seeks-extradition-shooting-outside-church-i43257"/><id>urn:uuid:1a4a5d15-c01a-4801-b838-4942711071d7</id><updated>2026-04-27T18:40:45.732-04:00</updated><summary>Prosecutors say a man in California is in custody on murder charges in connection with a shooting in January that left two people dead in a Salt Lake City church parking lot.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cooper Flagg edges former Duke teammate Kon Knueppel for NBA Rookie of the Year</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-rookie-of-year-b45996"/><id>urn:uuid:3f946830-6a27-45fd-9232-e0076ac9d539</id><updated>2026-04-27T18:27:58.772-04:00</updated><summary>Dallas' Cooper Flagg has edged former Duke teammate Kon Knueppel of Charlotte to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award.</summary></entry><entry><title>Seahawks release running back Cam Akers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/seahawks-cam-akers-released-k11162"/><id>urn:uuid:42089822-e941-433e-a696-98512c079fd0</id><updated>2026-04-27T18:25:40.144-04:00</updated><summary>The Seattle Seahawks have released running back Cam Akers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colombia climate conference highlights lack of financing for shift from fossil fuels</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/climate-fossil-fuels-finance-conference-energy-transition-x39509"/><id>urn:uuid:c5dba0de-c71a-4dc7-a9a3-b6bffd40bfe5</id><updated>2026-04-27T18:24:22.141-04:00</updated><summary>A lack of financing is emerging as a major barrier to moving away from fossil fuels, officials and experts said at a global conference in Colombia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Islamic State militants kill at least 29 in an attack on a village in northeastern Nigeria</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nigeria-islamic-state-group-militant-attack-n76880"/><id>urn:uuid:c5008994-b85b-47dd-96c9-559f667752fb</id><updated>2026-04-27T18:19:24.705-04:00</updated><summary>Officials say militants with the Islamic State group attacked a village overnight in northeastern Nigeria, killing at least 29 people.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL draft first round averages 13.2 million viewers on television and digital platforms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-ratings-g97381"/><id>urn:uuid:318bcb58-17e3-455d-b98a-0bb1118c6716</id><updated>2026-04-27T18:16:45.964-04:00</updated><summary>The first round of the NFL draft averaged 13.2 million viewers across television and digital platforms, according to the league and Nielsen.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oakland Hills opens new clubhouse, 4 years after century-old wooden structure was lost in fire</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/oakland-hills-clubhouse-golf-fire-c00522"/><id>urn:uuid:1bf72957-ac98-411e-8dd3-3f649c7f156f</id><updated>2026-04-27T18:09:01.666-04:00</updated><summary>Oakland Hills Country Club has opened a stately, steel structure to replace its century-old clubhouse that was destroyed by fire four-plus years ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pat Riley isn't retiring, and says he still has eyes on another Heat title run</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/heat-pat-riley-y94464"/><id>urn:uuid:45a2a243-acf1-4113-90f7-2c868bae8266</id><updated>2026-04-27T18:00:01.516-04:00</updated><summary>Pat Riley insists he's not retiring or stepping down as president of the Miami Heat.</summary></entry><entry><title>Espanyol draws again as winless run grows to 16 games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/espanyol-levante-laliga-h97935"/><id>urn:uuid:79d645ef-0b0e-487f-8e24-b4c53f62c425</id><updated>2026-04-27T17:58:04.327-04:00</updated><summary>Espanyol has drawn at home with Levante 0-0 in a La Liga match that has extended its winless run to 16 games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Paul Skenes rents a bounce house for Pirates' clubhouse to celebrate Konnor Griffin's 20th birthday</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/pirates-bounce-house-paul-skenes-konnor-griffin-birthday-d66812"/><id>urn:uuid:234f9996-634f-4bad-accc-fc674c5cc38e</id><updated>2026-04-27T17:40:42.216-04:00</updated><summary>A bounce house stood in the middle of the Pittsburgh Pirates' clubhouse before Monday night's game against St. Louis, courtesy of NL Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Boston World Cup host committee says tailgating will be allowed for Foxborough games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/foxborough-world-cup-tailgating-x62690"/><id>urn:uuid:0b01ffa2-5938-4b36-9b6b-9f286abe9482</id><updated>2026-04-27T17:30:31.011-04:00</updated><summary>Tailgating will be allowed before World Cup games at Gillette Stadium.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nassau OTB is betting yet again on Resorts World</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/the-point/nassau-otb-resorts-world-new-york-city-quick-points-mn6t7k43"/><id>urn:uuid:65238e75-8a90-4b44-9285-7ef1aeeee419</id><updated>2026-04-27T17:28:03.172-04:00</updated><summary>The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mexico's Sheinbaum rules out a conflict with US over 2 CIA agents killed in Chihuahua accident</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mexico-cia-drugs-chihuahua-sheinbaum-t09230"/><id>urn:uuid:e00d1a5b-5d39-4028-8232-806190e4c847</id><updated>2026-04-27T17:20:34.080-04:00</updated><summary>Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ruled out a conflict with the United States over an incident involving two CIA agents who died in Chihuahua.</summary></entry><entry><title>Clinical Man United beats Brentford to move clear in third place</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/man-united-brentford-premier-league-l86880"/><id>urn:uuid:fdbfc655-183b-4028-a469-4626b8ff9a87</id><updated>2026-04-27T17:16:07.132-04:00</updated><summary>First half goals from Casemiro and Benjamin Sesko have given Manchester United a 2-1 win over Brentford in the Premier League.</summary></entry><entry><title>Diana Ross coming to Tilles Center in August</title><author><name>Daniel Bubbeo</name><email>daniel.bubbeo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/music/diana-ross-tilles-center-qsmmvmef"/><id>urn:uuid:fcbf3bcb-2ebe-4898-9fb4-b03f26829511</id><updated>2026-04-27T17:12:27.257-04:00</updated><summary>The music icon will bring her "Diana in Motion" Tour to Brookville on Aug. 23.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Alabama tackle pleads guilty to defrauding investors using wigs to impersonate NFL players</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nfl-fraud-impersonation-wigs-h61397"/><id>urn:uuid:1926ca12-cb91-4129-b5c7-5134652b3d2b</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:50:40.311-04:00</updated><summary>A former defensive tackle at the University of Alabama has pleaded guilty to defrauding investors of millions of dollars in part by putting on makeup and wigs to impersonate NFL players.</summary></entry><entry><title>US and Iran clash over Tehran's nuclear program as review of atomic treaty begins at UN</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-un-nuclear-nonproliferation-treaty-us-g19952"/><id>urn:uuid:9fc6ce51-e940-48e1-9011-23f4c6b6ea32</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:47:38.710-04:00</updated><summary>The United States and Iran have clashed over Tehran's nuclear program as a review of the treaty meant to prevent the spread of atomic weapons got underway at the United Nations.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump administration to pay 2 more companies to walk away from US offshore wind leases</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-offshore-wind-energy-climate-interior-m48614"/><id>urn:uuid:7d51757a-8a98-461c-8be0-1bbcfb25fc30</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:45:42.047-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration has announced two more payouts for energy companies to walk away from U.S. offshore wind projects under development.</summary></entry><entry><title>Boldy steps up for the Wild against the Stars with a 'big-man game' to go with his prolific scoring</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-wild-boldy-h54533"/><id>urn:uuid:b846923d-faad-4f1b-9a0d-31e75032692e</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:45:36.636-04:00</updated><summary>Matt Boldy has done far more for Minnesota in these NHL playoffs against Dallas than the winning goal he had in overtime of Game 4 that evened the first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wyoming judge blocks law that bans all but earliest abortions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/wyoming-abortion-ban-judge-fetal-heartbeat-p47617"/><id>urn:uuid:5ca3ff1d-612a-4296-b498-b2e8f091e548</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:43:36.054-04:00</updated><summary>A judge in Wyoming has blocked a new state law that bans abortion beyond the earliest stages of pregnancy while a lawsuit challenging the provision proceeds.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prosecutors say Wisconsin police chief helped California gun dealers' illegal ammo import scheme</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/armorpiercing-rounds-wisconsin-import-charges-l12283"/><id>urn:uuid:e53c8c4e-1c3a-4836-bd62-daffeab79ac7</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:41:02.919-04:00</updated><summary>Federal prosecutors say a small-town Wisconsin police chief tried to help California gun dealers import illegal armor-piercing rounds from Europe.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rare two-colored lobster caught by fishermen off Cape Cod donated to aquarium</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lobster-two-toned-cape-cod-aquarium-b36669"/><id>urn:uuid:f7f57b75-9206-4d2a-a785-7212c7dca06f</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:35:47.581-04:00</updated><summary>A Cape Cod seafood company has donated a rare two-colored lobster to a science center, sparing the critter from the kettle because of its remarkable coloration.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nassau lawmakers OK limits on hotel and motel hourly stays in push against sex trafficking</title><author><name>Candice Ferrette</name><email>candice.ferrette@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/nassau-hotel-bill-azrse4yb"/><id>urn:uuid:2b46cce4-5461-4a1e-b5d5-b458de2f111d</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:13:46.794-04:00</updated><summary>Suffolk approved a similar measure last year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas police can arrest people suspected of entering country illegally, federal court rules</title><author><name> The Texas Tribune</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/texas-police-immigrants-law-appeals-court-w21248"/><id>urn:uuid:322da861-c80b-4722-8594-e7a333a0a6d3</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:09:19.781-04:00</updated><summary>A Texas law from 2023 allowing state police to arrest people suspected of illegal entry can now take effect.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prisoners charged with murder and other crimes in deadly fight at Georgia state prison</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/georgia-prison-fight-inmates-dead-charges-a62293"/><id>urn:uuid:28fa6808-d43b-4735-bf95-2a3e642dec2d</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:08:12.519-04:00</updated><summary>Twelve prisoners have been charged with murder and other crimes after a deadly fight at a Georgia state prison.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rape accuser Jessica Mann testifies against Harvey Weinstein for a third time</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/harvey-weinstein-rape-retrial-jessica-mann-metoo-b29057"/><id>urn:uuid:138266f8-cfb7-481d-8a0e-7d398b8dd568</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:02:13.412-04:00</updated><summary>A woman who accused Harvey Weinstein of raping her in 2013 is testifying for the third time against the former movie magnate.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trumps call for ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel — again — after morbid joke about first lady</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/trump-melania-kimmel-correspondents-dinner-d12522"/><id>urn:uuid:1a7b9b92-2af3-4cde-b0d9-f9d747a51d61</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:02:00.384-04:00</updated><summary>Both President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania, are calling on ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel after the late-night comic joked last week that the first lady had "the glow of an expectant widow."</summary></entry><entry><title>Construction of the stage for Shakira's concert in Brazil resumes after worker's death</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brazil-shakira-stage-construction-worker-dies-f83471"/><id>urn:uuid:55c10ad5-165d-4c3b-b59e-1aba7554012a</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:01:47.954-04:00</updated><summary>Workers in Brazil have resumed the construction of the stage for the upcoming concert by Shakira this weekend on Rio de Janeiro's famous Copacabana Beach.</summary></entry><entry><title>Michael Jackson streams skyrocket after 'Michael' biopic opening weekend, up 95% in the US</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/michael-jackson-michael-streaming-movie-biopic-v28424"/><id>urn:uuid:1cb75d2c-b9d1-4770-99c6-0951f0540992</id><updated>2026-04-27T16:00:14.541-04:00</updated><summary>Michael Jackson sang "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough."</summary></entry><entry><title>What to know about the largest coordinated attack in over a decade by militants and rebels in Mali</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mali-attacks-separatists-islamic-militants-russia-a33405"/><id>urn:uuid:fd5f2ffc-7d57-4937-9158-c51b0683ba81</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:54:17.599-04:00</updated><summary>An alliance of al-Qaida-linked militants and separatists has launched the largest coordinated attack in over a decade in Mali.</summary></entry><entry><title>Reporters covered the correspondents' dinner shooting in real time. Conspiracy theories still spread</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/white-house-correspondents-dinner-conspiracy-theories-v11975"/><id>urn:uuid:a1ccf30f-230a-463b-b279-872ad56cd1d4</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:49:29.776-04:00</updated><summary>Conspiracy theories flooded the internet minutes after the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner attended by President Donald Trump.</summary></entry><entry><title>After tumultuous offseason, Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. being more vocal, intentional</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/washington-williams-transfer-portal-r59484"/><id>urn:uuid:505c29fa-d2ad-4c12-a2f5-c0d26c5a4f47</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:46:34.408-04:00</updated><summary>Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr_ called his short-lived decision to leave the Huskies a mistake that resulted from "really bad advice."</summary></entry><entry><title>New York City to hold free World Cup fan events in each borough</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/world-cup-nyc-mamdani-zohran-soccer-l98927"/><id>urn:uuid:5b0bd39e-35b3-46e6-b9d6-0895e2a0be29</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:38:37.653-04:00</updated><summary>New York City will hold a series of free events for soccer fans hoping to catch World Cup matches, but don't want to spend an arm and a leg on tickets.</summary></entry><entry><title>Toronto's Max Scherzer on injured list with right forearm tendinitis and left ankle inflammation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/scherzer-injured-list-forearm-t33533"/><id>urn:uuid:bcfede60-0cd9-4ea4-b6d0-09969eb4ec02</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:35:13.136-04:00</updated><summary>Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer has been put on the 15-day injured list by the Toronto Blue Jays on because of right forearm tendinitis and left ankle inflammation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iraq's dominant bloc taps newcomer Ali al-Zaidi for prime minister after weeks of wrangling</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iraq-prime-minister-parliament-alzaidi-s60410"/><id>urn:uuid:3eda5432-f19f-4b6d-ad13-eb67e0a28d5a</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:33:28.205-04:00</updated><summary>Iraq's dominant parliamentary bloc has nominated businessman Ali al-Zaidi as the country's prime minister.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man gets month in jail for Pennsylvania voter registration quotas in 2024 presidential race</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pennsylvania-voting-registration-charges-o31115"/><id>urn:uuid:d762a1b9-9a0a-4c55-b6da-f0b8a799f1af</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:23:10.787-04:00</updated><summary>A man who managed voter registration drives in Pennsylvania ahead of the 2024 presidential election is facing a month in jail after pleading guilty to three misdemeanor counts.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fiesta Bowl sets new women's flag football standard with 8-team tournament featuring NCAA teams</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/flag-football-rylen-bourguet-2028-olympics-c76343"/><id>urn:uuid:cc5dbc17-98b2-43ca-bb69-e324a3a80abf</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:18:52.176-04:00</updated><summary>The inaugural Fiesta Bowl Flag Football Classic in Tempe, Arizona, was held this month on the campus of Arizona State.</summary></entry><entry><title>Allyson Felix, 40, looks for a comeback and maybe a spot at the LA Olympics</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/allyson-felix-comeback-olympics-v80287"/><id>urn:uuid:cd9fdbc2-4273-4374-b00a-820a0acedca8</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:12:04.266-04:00</updated><summary>Sprinter Allyson Felix is attempting a comeback at age 40 that would give her a chance to add to her Olympic-record medal haul.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court grapples with multibillion-dollar wave of lawsuits over Roundup cancer claims</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/supreme-court-roundup-monsanto-y87547"/><id>urn:uuid:73fd5b32-dc8e-4107-9218-e2b70428c0e4</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:09:15.185-04:00</updated><summary>The Supreme Court seems divided over whether to block thousands of lawsuits alleging the maker of the weedkiller Roundup failed to warn people it could cause cancer.</summary></entry><entry><title>Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/colombia-attacks-farc-emc-election-s23238"/><id>urn:uuid:52418eaf-93dd-4483-95bb-ad2670b870f7</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:08:54.552-04:00</updated><summary>A series of attacks in Colombia's southwest has raised security concerns before the May presidential election.</summary></entry><entry><title>College Baseball Notebook: Offensive powerhouse Georgia Tech continues dominant run through ACC</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college-baseball-q81545"/><id>urn:uuid:c823e1a3-6d8a-46c5-913b-336df78158c9</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:08:22.227-04:00</updated><summary>No team in college baseball had a better week than Georgia Tech. The Yellow Jackets beat SEC-leading Georgia 14-4 at the Atlanta Braves' Truist Park on Tuesday and then took three from Wake Forest for a third straight ACC home series sweep.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oprah Winfrey's podcast lands at Amazon as part of multiyear deal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/amazon-prime-wondery-oprah-podcast-q95271"/><id>urn:uuid:4019b7c1-328d-45c4-a890-aac7b01d32b6</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:04:30.981-04:00</updated><summary>Oprah Winfrey's podcast is headed to Amazon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Avalanche and Hurricanes sit back and wait, maybe for a while, after sweeps in opening round</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-stanley-cup-playoffs-a99615"/><id>urn:uuid:08852b52-ecf7-435c-a312-408c7871ced3</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:04:14.229-04:00</updated><summary>The Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes have both advanced to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Camp Mystic relied on teen counselors with no emergency training before flood, investigator says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/texas-floods-camp-mystic-legislative-committee-x87827"/><id>urn:uuid:944ac374-f64b-42d3-8670-8cdfd9df998d</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:03:43.797-04:00</updated><summary>Inexperienced teenage counselors were not trained to handle flood and other emergency situations at Camp Mystic, and feared making decisions on their own.</summary></entry><entry><title>Free World Cup events with fellow soccer fans in NYC</title><author><name>Matthew Chayes</name><email>matthew.chayes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/world-cup-viewing-parties-nyc-ruoa3f45"/><id>urn:uuid:9089ad97-9180-45d6-9369-54d309eb9d7a</id><updated>2026-04-27T15:01:01.562-04:00</updated><summary>The governor and the mayor announced a plan for fan events and viewing parties across the city.</summary></entry><entry><title>Teen scores twice on full debut as Cagliari beats Atalanta and moves clear of drop zone</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/lazio-udinese-mendy-cagliari-atalanta-seriea-k69496"/><id>urn:uuid:7801146f-7ae0-4194-a2c7-c9fe15d1b4b6</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:52:25.737-04:00</updated><summary>Senegalese teenager Paul Mendy has scored twice in his first start for Cagliari, including the opener after 16 seconds.</summary></entry><entry><title>Billionaire tax proposal in California is on track to qualify for the ballot, backers say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/california-billionaire-tax-n58804"/><id>urn:uuid:90829f78-87f7-43c5-bc38-1dd2d990039e</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:51:35.703-04:00</updated><summary>Supporters of a controversial California proposal to implement a one-time tax on billionaires say they have enough signatures to qualify it for the November ballot.</summary></entry><entry><title>Some local governments in South Dakota waiting to spend $9.6M in opioid dollars</title><author><name> South Dakota News Watch</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-dakota-opioid-settlement-funds-city-counties-q69466"/><id>urn:uuid:3e9f6a55-1817-4551-9675-e7c390003f78</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:45:39.956-04:00</updated><summary>South Dakota counties and cities that received the first $9.6 million of national opioid settlement money have spent less than half of it, according to reports through 2025.</summary></entry><entry><title>Predators sign 3-time KHL All-Star forward Vitali Pinchuk to a 1-year, entry-level deal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/predators-pinchuk-contract-s84397"/><id>urn:uuid:23f7e855-332a-44c2-8b28-72766eede786</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:42:25.522-04:00</updated><summary>Forward Vitali Pinchuk, who was third in the KHL in goals, has signed a one-year, entry-level contract with the Nashville Predators for the 2026-27 season.</summary></entry><entry><title>CDC warns of drug-resistant salmonella infections linked to backyard poultry</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/salmonella-backyard-poultry-antibiotic-resistant-f15114"/><id>urn:uuid:959a126a-c225-45fa-8859-7f7b45c5b6a7</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:39:46.196-04:00</updated><summary>Federal health officials are investigating an outbreak of salmonella poisoning linked to backyard poultry that has sickened at least 34 people since February.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wolves confirm Edwards has no structural damage in his knee, but he'll be out for at least a week</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-playoffs-timberwolves-edwards-injury-g12026"/><id>urn:uuid:89f70d1a-c614-4ec2-adef-1c5ba84e4140</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:36:01.734-04:00</updated><summary>Minnesota All-Star Anthony Edwards will be sidelined for at least a week with a hyperextension and bone bruise in his left knee.</summary></entry><entry><title>LIRR strike: Contract talks canceled while railroad promises more bus service in contingency plan</title><author><name>Alfonso A. Castillo</name><email>alfonso.castillo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/lirr-contract-strike-talk-pl1c9dfx"/><id>urn:uuid:c024bcaf-5c6d-4ced-963b-a393652b232a</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:34:29.650-04:00</updated><summary>The National Mediation Board said talks would be rescheduled.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carson Hocevar already living up to his reputation as NASCAR's newest star</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/nascar-talladega-carson-hocevar-t30189"/><id>urn:uuid:80437616-805e-48ed-9d60-bc87f3064d72</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:28:55.456-04:00</updated><summary>NASCAR christened its newest star at Talladega Superspeedway a day after introducing new executive management.</summary></entry><entry><title>Key takeaways from AP's Summer Movie Preview</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/summer-movies-2026-associated-press-highlights-l73594"/><id>urn:uuid:a1cba984-4b1e-4e59-b400-ddce6f48a44c</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:14:46.539-04:00</updated><summary>Hollywood's summer movie season is shaping up to be epic, with superheroes, franchises, and thrillers galore.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arizona's Motiejus Krivas and Ivan Kharchenkov returning to the Wildcats after Final Four run</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/motiejus-krivas-arizona-nba-draft-p17268"/><id>urn:uuid:96966e3a-726b-474e-b7b3-1d3aebcd45a2</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:13:14.834-04:00</updated><summary>Arizona big man Motiejus Krivas and versatile guard Ivan Kharchenkov are returning for the 2026-27 season, giving the Wildcats two key players from their Final Four run.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court seems inclined to allow police to use geofence warrants to identify criminal suspects</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/supreme-court-okello-chatrie-geofence-warrants-f52438"/><id>urn:uuid:fa71ea3e-e703-4e81-96b6-4b7244521c34</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:09:19.404-04:00</updated><summary>The Supreme Court seems inclined to rule that police could use geofence warrants that collect the location history of cellphone users to find people near crime scenes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Braves rotation is reset as Weiss moves López to bullpen and says more changes could be coming</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/braves-rotation-lopez-strider-g82769"/><id>urn:uuid:7e41ef7f-4f76-4174-8b7c-2366de7fa3f7</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:03:18.565-04:00</updated><summary>Right-hander Reynaldo López, who opened the season as Atlanta's No. 2 starter, is moving to the bullpen as Braves manager Walt Weiss shuffles his rotation for a series against Detroit.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Founders built safeguards. Our politics rendered them useless</title><author><name> The Fulcrum</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/checks-balances-impeachment-cz473cpz"/><id>urn:uuid:dd667cb1-16cc-4f96-87cc-593609af7f76</id><updated>2026-04-27T14:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>History has since exposed this as the system's deepest vulnerability.</summary></entry><entry><title>2 Manorville dog breeders named in annual 'Horrible Hundred' report</title><author><name>Robert Brodsky</name><email>robert.brodsky@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/long-island-dog-breeders-horrible-report-q50z94c7"/><id>urn:uuid:6c04dd57-88e1-4555-bec3-8d055450e7d7</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:53:56.243-04:00</updated><summary>The two were on Humane World for Animals' list of 100 of the nation's most problematic puppy breeding or brokering facilities.</summary></entry><entry><title>First Pathmark Daily grocery store to open on Long Island this week</title><author><name>Tory N. Parrish</name><email>tory.parrish@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/pathmark-daily-grocery-store-east-meadow-supermarket-tcxktvfv"/><id>urn:uuid:c0d70b63-9955-4857-8a13-132b4376ca44</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:51:38.905-04:00</updated><summary>Pathmark Daily stores are smaller than traditional supermarkets and focus on value, according to Allegiance Retail Services LLC.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump administration fires independent board overseeing the National Science Foundation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/national-science-board-nsf-trump-y65758"/><id>urn:uuid:51170170-0f73-465e-8e7c-08fa2217ef04</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:48:54.490-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration has fired members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man pleads guilty in the 2002 killing of Jam Master Jay of rap pioneers Run-DMC</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/jam-master-jay-run-dmc-killing-plea-s93986"/><id>urn:uuid:1308e619-13ee-4423-9da7-c74aaee57b4e</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:42:45.306-04:00</updated><summary>Nearly a quarter-century after rap star Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC was shot to death, a man admitted in court Monday to a role in a killing that stymied investigators for decades.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man convicted in 2024 killing of NYPD officer sentenced to 115 years to life in prison</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nypd-manslaughter-115-year-sentence-diller-f27175"/><id>urn:uuid:54f2e5e6-1eaa-46de-80ad-6aee16f954d4</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:39:17.469-04:00</updated><summary>A man convicted in the 2024 shooting death of a New York City police officer has been sentenced to 115 years to life in prison.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby enters treatment program for a gambling addiction following transfer</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/texas-tech-sorsby-gambling-w53334"/><id>urn:uuid:965195ad-552f-4fb4-800b-1055b47738ff</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:36:02.889-04:00</updated><summary>Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has taken an indefinite leave of absenceto enter a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction.</summary></entry><entry><title>Michigan tests expanding free 'pre-K for all' to home child-care providers</title><author><name> Bridge Michigan</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/michigan-pilot-program-prek-home-childcare-providers-f91238"/><id>urn:uuid:ff79dc97-86ad-4188-bf41-a7a21c0390aa</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:31:19.177-04:00</updated><summary>Lori Leggert's child-care center in Michigan is part of a new pilot program offering no-cost pre-K in home-based settings.</summary></entry><entry><title>Newsday's Working Moms Summit 2026</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/working-moms/newsdays-working-mom-summit-2026-swun6675"/><id>urn:uuid:9e84eb35-abb9-416c-8ed0-4f8ccf0d1ad9</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:25:43.610-04:00</updated><summary>Newsday's Working Moms Summit 2026</summary></entry><entry><title>Trains collide near Indonesia's capital, killing at least 4 people</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/indonesia-train-crash-collision-jakarta-bekasi-l66883"/><id>urn:uuid:a214c68b-e0a4-438d-bf78-c24238b023a3</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:16:33.149-04:00</updated><summary>A train collision outside Indonesia's capital on Monday has killed at least four people.</summary></entry><entry><title>Afghan officials say Pakistani strikes killed 7 and wounded 85 in first attacks since peace talks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/afghanistan-pakistan-fighting-china-attack-e53319"/><id>urn:uuid:4228733d-44db-4c8d-b605-d362a7cecb2a</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:15:10.366-04:00</updated><summary>Afghan officials say mortars and missiles fired from Pakistan have struck a university and homes in northeastern Afghanistan, killing seven people and wounding at least 85.</summary></entry><entry><title>Japan's prime minister launches a panel to review her country's defense policies as threats escalate</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/japan-takaichi-security-strategy-military-u60543"/><id>urn:uuid:f87806d0-3c29-406f-9748-6857d2add8d9</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:12:36.957-04:00</updated><summary>Japan's prime minister has inaugurated a panel tasked with reviewing her country's security and defense policies as tensions with China, North Korea and Russia escalate in the region.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island gas prices rise more than 12 cents in last week, AAA says, spurred by Iran war</title><author><name>Nicholas Spangler</name><email>nicholas.spangler@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/gasoline-prices-long-island-k7c9j2y9"/><id>urn:uuid:fb71c338-1776-44f1-b26d-a766b3e5b47c</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:06:46.212-04:00</updated><summary>By Monday morning, a gallon of regular cost just under $4.13, according to AAA.</summary></entry><entry><title>AC Milan and Croatia midfielder Modric breaks cheekbone and in race to be World Cup ready</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/modric-injury-milan-croatia-world-cup-o84268"/><id>urn:uuid:5695595b-c6a1-4e83-ba22-8c214584e6e8</id><updated>2026-04-27T13:01:48.739-04:00</updated><summary>Luka Modric's club season with AC Milan is likely over after breaking his cheekbone.</summary></entry><entry><title>Expect more WFAN watch party livestreams in the future</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/media/wfan-watch-party-live-stream-ki0nflvf"/><id>urn:uuid:1fe756d8-28c4-4fcc-9946-f6dabfa31ccb</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:55:11.642-04:00</updated><summary>WFAN brand manager Ryan Hurley credited all the hosts for making it work with their schedules</summary></entry><entry><title>Movie Review: A flatulence-filled 'Animal Farm' for tots turns a masterpiece into cinematic manure</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/animal-farm-2026-movie-review-n78659"/><id>urn:uuid:243d9f82-992c-4f8a-97a5-85c09a0d6329</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:54:07.936-04:00</updated><summary>The new animated "Animal Farm" takes a radical departure from George Orwell's classic.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Carolina's measles outbreak is over after sickening nearly 1,000 people</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-carolina-measles-outbreak-vaccine-p97196"/><id>urn:uuid:d2e65560-5b6c-4ffc-ac15-9add7266faa0</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:53:33.600-04:00</updated><summary>South Carolina's measles outbreak, which was the worst in the U.S. in more than 35 years, is over.</summary></entry><entry><title>Feds order immediate inspection of Cheboygan Dam powerhouse</title><author><name> Bridge Michigan</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/michigan-flooding-cheboygan-dam-federal-inspections-s46309"/><id>urn:uuid:a6eb79f6-d7e3-4d9d-8515-ed20be7a3f78</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:51:46.435-04:00</updated><summary>Federal energy regulators have ordered immediate inspections of the Cheboygan Dam powerhouse and other Michigan dams at risk of failure after recent historic flooding.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tech-driven The Real Brokerage to acquire Re/Max in $880 million deal</title><author><name>Jonathan LaMantia</name><email>jonathan.lamantia@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/the-real-brokerage-re-max-deal-lpkkzt2w"/><id>urn:uuid:0a5592dd-6417-43d3-8b1a-83d6c772afe4</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:44:17.221-04:00</updated><summary>The Real Brokerage and Re/Max would bring about 300 Long Island real estate agents into one company.</summary></entry><entry><title>The math isn't working — More for war, less for America's future</title><author><name>Robert Cropf</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/federal-budget-war-future-d562z7co"/><id>urn:uuid:cef23a14-c0d6-411f-90df-c3440f013cc4</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:33:25.695-04:00</updated><summary>The federal budget increasingly reflects a different set of priorities.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents' dinner shooting</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-correspondents-dinner-shooting-suspect-t59249"/><id>urn:uuid:f66c666c-ac29-4545-8b92-9276788d136f</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:33:15.045-04:00</updated><summary>The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives has been charged with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump.</summary></entry><entry><title>National Trust says it won't drop suit against Trump's $400M White House ballroom after DOJ request</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/white-house-ballroom-donald-trump-lawsuit-y23287"/><id>urn:uuid:08f702ef-b89e-4061-b784-2caf87f91855</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:30:34.153-04:00</updated><summary>Preservationists say they will continue their lawsuit against President Donald Trump's planned $400 million White House ballroom.</summary></entry><entry><title>California's fight over pipeline tests state's right to push back against Washington during war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/oil-sable-santa-barbara-offshore-drilling-trump-h10364"/><id>urn:uuid:5ea8e362-e1c7-47e1-9bbd-004f242ee5e8</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:27:05.098-04:00</updated><summary>California continues to fight the Trump administration after it defied state officials to restart oil drilling off the Santa Barbara coast in the name of national security.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk County Police Department appears to be adding a Chevy Corvette to its fleet</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/suffolk-police-corvette-car-n3zvlwau"/><id>urn:uuid:f6e52494-1a1e-4e99-bc93-b12e15cc6ea8</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:18:43.670-04:00</updated><summary>Click on the story to see an image of the newly shrink-wrapped vehicle, adorned with department logos.</summary></entry><entry><title>Guy Rivera, who fatally shot NYPD Det. Jonathan Diller, of Massapequa Park, sentenced to 115 years to life</title><author><name>Anthony M. DeStefano</name><email>tony.destefano@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/crime/nypd-det-jonathan-diller-death-guy-rivera-sentencing-c2i3bkd8"/><id>urn:uuid:9247cc17-037a-4654-b782-73d9a616caa9</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:13:47.214-04:00</updated><summary>The judge showed no mercy to the 36-year-old Guy Rivera, who was convicted of killing Diller during a street shooting in Far Rockaway.</summary></entry><entry><title>Slovakia coach Calzona leaves job after disagreeing with contract extension</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/slovakia-calzone-l91825"/><id>urn:uuid:95d385c1-1536-4151-9ec3-13b0f5a5da06</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:13:14.136-04:00</updated><summary>Francesco Calzona has walked away from the Slovakia coaching job after disagreeing with a contract extension.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sabalenka avoids Madrid Open virus scare and Osaka upset. Gauff and Rybakina lose</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/sabalenka-madrid-open-rudd-gauff-virus-w27936"/><id>urn:uuid:a964f58d-a95b-404a-b878-8aabae375f16</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:11:56.764-04:00</updated><summary>Tennis players are facing an unknown opponent at the Madrid Open.</summary></entry><entry><title>Archaeologists at Pompeii use AI to reconstruct the face of a man killed in the volcano's eruption</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/italy-pompeii-artificial-intelligence-reconstruction-victims-vesuvius-i51691"/><id>urn:uuid:80a36553-6a86-45b2-a7fa-92722da8091f</id><updated>2026-04-27T12:04:42.774-04:00</updated><summary>Archaeologists at Pompeii have used artificial intelligence to digitally reconstruct the face of a man killed in the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suspect in shooting of 2 Chicago officers allegedly pulled handgun from under blanket at hospital</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hospital-shooting-chicago-police-b70518"/><id>urn:uuid:ee85dbd6-8968-4e10-82c3-5e07434cf830</id><updated>2026-04-27T11:43:15.815-04:00</updated><summary>A robbery suspect will remain jailed on murder and attempted murder charges in the shooting of two police officers inside a Chicago hospital.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court denies appeal of ex-Ohio House speaker's and lobbyist's convictions in $60M scheme</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/bribery-investigation-ohio-householder-borges-conviction-k44853"/><id>urn:uuid:64927aa1-daed-49ef-a722-2526fa6da97e</id><updated>2026-04-27T11:38:06.168-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the racketeering convictions of imprisoned former Republican Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder and ex-lobbyist Matt Borges in a $60 million bribery scheme.</summary></entry><entry><title>Camera shows Sumatra orangutan using a canopy bridge to cross a road in Indonesia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/orangutan-crosses-canopy-bridge-indonesia-sumatra-i30696"/><id>urn:uuid:c6764a98-f78b-40c9-85a5-8cbaf61188ca</id><updated>2026-04-27T11:29:58.211-04:00</updated><summary>Conservations say a Sumatran orangutan has been filmed for the first time using a human-made canopy bridge to cross a public road on the Indonesian island of Sumatra.</summary></entry><entry><title>United Airlines CEO confirms he approached American about potential merger, but was rebuffed</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/united-american-airlines-ceo-kirby-no-merger-t08395"/><id>urn:uuid:73f96eef-5061-4f31-9885-7eb80fb05d2f</id><updated>2026-04-27T11:27:58.241-04:00</updated><summary>United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby on Monday outlined why he thinks a merger between his airline and rival American would benefit travelers, despite American's refusal to engage in negotiations.</summary></entry><entry><title>Is TMI really such a bad thing? Here's the case for oversharing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/oversharing-relationships-tmi-revealing-personal-information-l09596"/><id>urn:uuid:c18c7046-6875-46a1-8f86-83010446375a</id><updated>2026-04-27T11:26:08.484-04:00</updated><summary>What if there's no such thing as TMI.</summary></entry><entry><title>Heavy weekend rain slows 2 sprawling Georgia wildfires, even as new blazes start</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/georgia-florida-wildfires-drought-k92318"/><id>urn:uuid:b087cba2-c657-4ac0-a5ac-276db794dc99</id><updated>2026-04-27T11:21:53.133-04:00</updated><summary>Heavy rain slowed the progress of two sprawling southern Georgia wildfires over the weekend, allowing crews to make some progress in containing the blazes that have destroyed more than 100 homes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mexican authorities recover the body of a miner trapped in a Sinaloa gold mine collapse</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mexico-gold-mine-miners-sinaloa-c72472"/><id>urn:uuid:5fcfbf38-34b7-4cdc-9d8a-26d54ee8bc7b</id><updated>2026-04-27T11:16:05.651-04:00</updated><summary>Mexican authorities have located the body of a miner trapped for over a month after a gold mine collapse in Sinaloa.</summary></entry><entry><title>Joel Embiid made a gutsy return from an appendectomy. The 76ers are still in trouble against Boston</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/philadelphia-76ers-embiid-nba-playoffs-b39341"/><id>urn:uuid:cbe94905-dbcc-4c87-bd45-9654a4fe02f5</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:49:14.962-04:00</updated><summary>Joel Embiid thought he had a stomach bug during the Philadelphia 76ers' road trip in Texas.</summary></entry><entry><title>Microsoft cuts OpenAI revenue share in a fresh step to loosen their AI alliance</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/openai-microsoft-chatgpt-copilot-ai-s50784"/><id>urn:uuid:02467821-0f52-4e6d-8440-6a4d4eb03daa</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:35:55.600-04:00</updated><summary>Microsoft said Monday it will no longer pay a share of its revenue to ChatGPT maker OpenAI, the latest move to untether a close partnership that helped unleash an artificial intelligence boom.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fast-moving storms batter the Midwest, flooding streets and stranding commuters</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/storms-tornadoes-missouri-st-louis-kansas-rescue-j62522"/><id>urn:uuid:5e7e5d61-3e2d-4dad-b1ad-92e3647f5046</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:33:29.454-04:00</updated><summary>Fast-moving storms have pummeled parts of the Midwest with hail, strong wind and heavy rain.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carney unveils $18 billion Canadian government-owned investment fund</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/carney-canada-sovereign-wealth-fund-f33561"/><id>urn:uuid:5fb49bca-0e5e-4db7-bfa8-b9ab0d669ec7</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:20:36.381-04:00</updated><summary>Canada's prime minister says the country is developing a government-owned investment fund.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the 1960s bee-hived pop trio the Ronettes, dies</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/nedra-talley-ross-ronettes-dies-b35117"/><id>urn:uuid:53c8a386-f230-4aa8-952b-3225605fa0eb</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:14:08.149-04:00</updated><summary>Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the Ronettes, has died at 80.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hampton Bays resident sues to block new Southampton sewer district</title><author><name>Alek Lewis</name><email>alek.lewis@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/southampton-sewage-lawsuit-sewer-h0088zp4"/><id>urn:uuid:7ce5dcaa-2c7d-4690-96a3-68e69eaba6ab</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:13:10.072-04:00</updated><summary>Southampton officials say the plant is key to revitalizing Hampton Bays.</summary></entry><entry><title>Plane crashes on the outskirts of South Sudan's capital, killing 14 people</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-sudan-fatal-plane-crash-cessna-b96393"/><id>urn:uuid:41d2c450-c1c0-42db-b6a8-78511e0e1d8d</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:11:33.746-04:00</updated><summary>A Cessna aircraft has crashed on the outskirts of South Sudan's capital, killing all 13 passengers and the pilot.</summary></entry><entry><title>Latino leaders surge into local office as Trump-era attacks fuel new urgency</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/latino-representation-municipal-government-politics-j50170"/><id>urn:uuid:92f5c237-88f4-443a-a437-25f59f9ca50c</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:06:23.121-04:00</updated><summary>Latino leaders are gaining ground in U.S. politics despite ongoing challenges.</summary></entry><entry><title>Melanie C says she's bringing joy to the club with 'Sweat,' an athletic album from the Spice Girl</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/mel-c-sporty-spice-sweat-album-interview-s01733"/><id>urn:uuid:5ecc42b9-789b-4813-90cf-941ab17da7e1</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:04:49.848-04:00</updated><summary>Melanie C, also know as Mel C or Sporty Spice from the game-changing '90s girl group the Spice Girls, will release a new album on Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Argentina's leader bars journalists from government HQ, raising concerns about press freedom</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/argentina-javier-milei-trump-casa-rosada-press-access-freedom-cpj-o73663"/><id>urn:uuid:9c345595-8fc0-4cbe-8b5c-ac5814a4c2b6</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:01:52.880-04:00</updated><summary>Argentine President Javier Milei has blocked journalists from the government headquarters and insulted the media on social media.</summary></entry><entry><title>Alysa Liu to headline 'Stars on Ice' with Olympic gold medalists at UBS Arena</title><author><name>David J. Criblez</name><email>david.criblez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/long-island-events/stars-on-ice-2026-gold-medalists-lf33ed3d"/><id>urn:uuid:6b706610-6de1-4347-b4c9-2170873a04c5</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Team USA's 2026 Winter Olympics gold medalists, including Alysa Liu and Ilia Malinin, will headline the "Stars on Ice" tour at UBS Arena.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mighty Fine pie cafe opens in Huntington</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/mighty-fine-pie-huntington-xqirbiis"/><id>urn:uuid:7014d13e-d830-4191-8de6-1197db251cfe</id><updated>2026-04-27T10:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The personalized DIY pie is only one of the owner's innovations.</summary></entry><entry><title>Summer Movie Preview: Nolan, Spider-Man and 'Toy Story' light up the cinemas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/summer-movie-preview-2026-r68037"/><id>urn:uuid:f130d438-5a78-44fe-b359-dccacef9f688</id><updated>2026-04-27T09:44:57.713-04:00</updated><summary>Hollywood's summer movie season is packed with big names and franchises.</summary></entry><entry><title>Full-strength PSG raring to go against Bayern in Champions League semifinal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/vitinha-psg-champions-league-bayern-luis-enrique-d08482"/><id>urn:uuid:8c234f83-17fe-417f-841e-98cdd8cce16e</id><updated>2026-04-27T09:39:50.592-04:00</updated><summary>Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has joked that picking his team against Bayern Munich will be like a "lottery" because he finally has a full-strength team to choose from.</summary></entry><entry><title>5 cold-hardy tropical plants for LI gardens</title><author><name>Jessica Damiano</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/long-island-tropical-plants-gardens-iwoeabui"/><id>urn:uuid:128d923e-d7e1-480a-80c5-184dc8d0dcc0</id><updated>2026-04-27T09:30:58.112-04:00</updated><summary>Long Islanders can grow these hardy tropical plants in their own backyards.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prosecutors say suspect in missing students' killings asked ChatGPT about disposing of a body</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/missing-graduate-students-florida-bangladesh-k53369"/><id>urn:uuid:28e1c773-3f46-4ad5-ae53-edc3396dabfc</id><updated>2026-04-27T09:12:51.846-04:00</updated><summary>Prosecutors say the suspect in the killings of two University of South Florida doctoral students from Bangladesh had asked ChatGPT days before the pair went missing what would happen if a human body was put in a garbage bag and thrown in a dumpster.</summary></entry><entry><title>Congo creates a paramilitary mining guard backed by US and UAE funding</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/congo-mining-paramilitary-guard-united-states-d14314"/><id>urn:uuid:5ed51e60-5ee3-4a46-bf92-3bbb7216f5fd</id><updated>2026-04-27T09:06:31.563-04:00</updated><summary>Congo has announced the creation of a paramilitary guard to secure its mining operations, backed by U.S. and Emirati investments.</summary></entry><entry><title>Champions League semifinals offer contrast of easy-on-the-eye PSG-Bayern and robust Atletico-Arsenal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/champions-league-psg-bayern-atletico-arsenal-c31624"/><id>urn:uuid:1f12f9dd-6a9e-4662-a583-d19794471a4f</id><updated>2026-04-27T08:35:31.183-04:00</updated><summary>The two Champions League semifinals starting this week have a bit of a beauty and the beast contrast.</summary></entry><entry><title>Germany suspects Russia is behind Signal phishing that targeted top officials</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/germany-netherlands-signal-phishing-russia-espionage-h90773"/><id>urn:uuid:eb84363a-4378-4ff6-9fbe-af63e8a0d26c</id><updated>2026-04-27T08:32:14.030-04:00</updated><summary>The German government suspects Russia is behind phishing attacks on Signal targeting high-ranking politicians, military personnel, and journalists.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mbappé diagnosed with hamstring injury 2 weeks ahead of Spanish league clasico against Barcelona</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/kylian-mbappe-injury-real-madrid-p56431"/><id>urn:uuid:1f8a99bd-66a3-4143-b96b-b65b04d45791</id><updated>2026-04-27T07:45:58.798-04:00</updated><summary>Real Madrid says star forward Kylian Mbappé has injured his left hamstring, putting in doubt his participation in the Spanish league clasico in two weeks.</summary></entry><entry><title>A tangy dressing flavors this recipe for Mex-Italian Chicken Thighs with Roasted Tomatillos</title><author><name> Voracious</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/food-and-drink/mexitalian-chicken-recipe-valladolid-s27654"/><id>urn:uuid:43e83378-a902-47be-b1f2-ca9bded1ec9d</id><updated>2026-04-27T07:39:29.946-04:00</updated><summary>Cookbook author Marcela Valladolid has a recipe in her cookbook "Familia" for Mex-Italian Chicken Thighs with Roasted Tomatillos.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suspected pirates seize vessel carrying cement off Somalia, the second hijacking incident in days</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/somalia-puntland-pirates-cement-vessel-hijack-cargo-p09058"/><id>urn:uuid:22ca47b1-5100-4b73-8105-fceaeb37dec5</id><updated>2026-04-27T07:27:02.211-04:00</updated><summary>A cargo vessel flying the flag of St. Kitts and Nevis has been hijacked off Somalia's coast.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bayern must adapt with coach Kompany suspended for Champions League semifinal at PSG</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/bayern-munich-psg-champions-league-kompany-o57155"/><id>urn:uuid:ae904274-5577-4a35-89d0-6dff3567903f</id><updated>2026-04-27T07:25:02.412-04:00</updated><summary>Vincent Kompany's influence as coach is a key reason Bayern Munich is in the Champions League semifinals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump's upcoming public events get a fresh security look</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-shooting-dinner-security-world-cup-ufc-s12277"/><id>urn:uuid:d0fa9b3d-fd5a-43f5-ba15-4eb08e0a38aa</id><updated>2026-04-27T07:13:12.137-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is likely to face new security questions as he plans to attend a series of large, high-profile events in coming months.</summary></entry><entry><title>British Open to return to Royal Lytham in 2028 as Trump's Turnberry course made to wait</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/british-open-lytham-2028-b08259"/><id>urn:uuid:96015e2f-65a0-4907-be44-017e201867b8</id><updated>2026-04-27T07:05:03.663-04:00</updated><summary>The British Open will return to Royal Lytham &amp; St. Annes in 2028 to end the northwest English venue's 16-year wait to host golf's oldest major again.</summary></entry><entry><title>Farmers in Vermont expected a sheep to have twins. She ended up having rare sextuplets</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sheep-sextuplets-vermont-lambs-c62187"/><id>urn:uuid:419e3826-bcf0-4bbb-ab1e-dd74234f09c0</id><updated>2026-04-27T07:03:57.727-04:00</updated><summary>A sheep at Clover &amp; Bee Farm in Underhill, Vermont, gave birth to a rare batch of six lambs earlier this month.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gunmen attack orphanage in northern Nigeria and abduct 23 pupils</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nigeria-orphanage-attack-kidnapping-e63150"/><id>urn:uuid:311a39f4-e084-4485-a055-b1d2c85e9606</id><updated>2026-04-27T06:57:48.580-04:00</updated><summary>Gunmen have raided an orphanage in north-central Nigeria, abducting 23 pupils.</summary></entry><entry><title>Daughter of former Uzbek president goes on trial in Switzerland over money laundering</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/karimova-uzbekistan-switzerland-money-laundering-o84370"/><id>urn:uuid:d84d7a9a-28f5-47c6-927d-d04aede43ac4</id><updated>2026-04-27T06:56:21.812-04:00</updated><summary>The daughter of a former president of Uzbekistan has gone on trial in Switzerland in connection with alleged bribery and money laundering involving assets worth hundreds of millions of dollars.</summary></entry><entry><title>Venice's La Fenice theater drops incoming music director after months of protests</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/music/venice-theater-music-director-beatrice-venezi-meloni-b49639"/><id>urn:uuid:10ca934a-e887-499a-bdf6-f5cb3ce4219e</id><updated>2026-04-27T06:55:12.283-04:00</updated><summary>Venice's La Fenice opera house is cutting ties with incoming music director Beatrice Venezi.</summary></entry><entry><title>India and New Zealand sign a free trade agreement to deepen economic ties</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/india-new-zealand-trade-deal-i59537"/><id>urn:uuid:150820f4-61d4-4c97-bc0e-957e119ac85b</id><updated>2026-04-27T06:17:05.465-04:00</updated><summary>India and New Zealand have signed a free trade agreement to deepen economic ties and expand market access.</summary></entry><entry><title>China blocks Meta from acquiring startup Manus as global AI rivalry deepens</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/china-meta-manus-ai-acquisition-h72026"/><id>urn:uuid:5d595bfc-2f93-41d7-890b-9d48ac22a3f6</id><updated>2026-04-27T06:09:27.556-04:00</updated><summary>China has banned a planned acquisition of the AI startup Manus following a probe into Meta's planned purchase of the firm.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russian drone attack wounds 14 while Ukrainian drones kill 2 in Russia-held area</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-war-odesa-drones-v86939"/><id>urn:uuid:08a00d0f-df4a-4a9e-9468-f39109c597b0</id><updated>2026-04-27T06:08:44.969-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities in Ukraine say a Russian drone attack on Ukraine's southern city of Odesa has wounded 14 people including two children.</summary></entry><entry><title>Taiwan court sentences ex-Tokyo Electron staff to 10 years in TSMC trade secrets case</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/taiwan-japan-tsmc-chips-ai-k85654"/><id>urn:uuid:1c715301-e1da-434e-ad9c-82eea68b6305</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:13:54.840-04:00</updated><summary>A court in Taiwan has sentenced a former employee of Tokyo Electron to 10 years in prison for stealing trade secrets from TSMC.</summary></entry><entry><title>Researchers say remote Lake Superior island's wolves are thriving as packs prey on moose</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/isle-royale-wolf-population-annual-survey-v61398"/><id>urn:uuid:e5f08edf-73a6-4f28-b0e0-7c965441e21f</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:01:09.818-04:00</updated><summary>Researchers say more wolves are roaming a remote Lake Superior island, using moose as one of their primary food sources.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Lennon: David Stearns' makeover of the Mets is a big swing and miss early on</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/david-lennon/david-stearns-mets-x7t37cde"/><id>urn:uuid:17d600ce-3b23-4af9-9d3c-319bd373671a</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>It's only April, but Stearns' gambles this offseason aren't paying off which makes Mets worst team money can buy.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bipartisan efforts shielded WTC Health Program through year of uncertainty</title><author><name>Laura Figueroa Hernandez</name><email>laura.figueroa@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/wtc-health-program-ortzbz36"/><id>urn:uuid:f38bc24d-ad38-4fe6-805d-c12cecbcc199</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The program serves more than 140,000 people exposed to the toxic dust from the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Garden City Park: LIRR stop, park upgrades, shopping, history draw buyers</title><author><name>Arlene Gross</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/gc-park-idqn1d0z"/><id>urn:uuid:6263ac4a-3e61-4809-a74c-1b28b5c0f04b</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Locals say it's often eclipsed by the more prominent villages surrounding it.</summary></entry><entry><title>Newsday's top 10 high school boys lacrosse team rankings</title><author><name>Michael Sicoli</name><email>michael.sicoli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-lacrosse/top-10-boys-lacrosse-team-rankings-h494dsyu"/><id>urn:uuid:e70684f4-a1f4-45ef-8fb4-61950e3e7887</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A look at where the top Long Island boys lacrosse teams stand.</summary></entry><entry><title>Musings: New sewer rates aren't fair at all</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/suffolk-sewer-rates-wwm867wo"/><id>urn:uuid:0d1010b3-8c05-4853-aa5b-f2711ad8b069</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Southold Town now allows accessory apartments on new structures</title><author><name>Tara Smith</name><email>tara.smith@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/north-fork-tiny-homes-vmdj7xi8"/><id>urn:uuid:dff1f56a-9fe7-4753-ae87-4cf00102eebc</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The town has only allowed accessory apartments to be built in existing structures, not new ones.</summary></entry><entry><title>Musings: Look out for workers on roads</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/highway-work-zones-xzwenljv"/><id>urn:uuid:0337114c-0981-4fd6-91f5-21e3eb6582e5</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Newsday's top 10 high school girls lacrosse team rankings</title><author><name>Tess Ferguson</name><email>tess.ferguson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/girls-lacrosse/top-10-girls-lacrosse-team-rankings-telyazi6"/><id>urn:uuid:149705d6-46b2-4a48-a472-316aa851ce76</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A look at where the best Long Island girls lacrosse teams stand.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island's biggest mall redevelopments: Latest status</title><author><name>Tory N. Parrish and Melissa Azofeifa</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/mall-long-island-broadway-sunrise-plrmti87"/><id>urn:uuid:41de98a3-9905-4b7a-803a-ebcc6999b6ac</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Take a look inside your area's biggest malls to see which are struggling, thriving or awaiting multimillion-dollar developments.</summary></entry><entry><title>LA420 restaurant opens in Great Neck</title><author><name>Andi Berlin</name><email>andi.berlin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/la420-opens-great-neck-m9bah6pl"/><id>urn:uuid:9e80afb6-18e2-48db-89a9-b36d4402bcfa</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The menu is like a greatest hits of bistro cuisine.</summary></entry><entry><title>Musings: Snowbird is left out in the cold by USPS</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/florida-snowbird-mail-t2njlbld"/><id>urn:uuid:5176a82e-d95c-4ea4-adb1-2e505ba1bac5</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>How Long Island's mother-daughter business owners make it work</title><author><name>Barbara Schuler</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/fashion-and-shopping/mother-daughter-boutiques-2026-vt9i80ag"/><id>urn:uuid:e30ddead-4f10-4eee-8228-615e83d241e2</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Learn how mother-daughter business duos overcome challenges and achieve success.</summary></entry><entry><title>3 Long Islanders growing tropical gardens at home</title><author><name>Jessica Damiano</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/long-island-gardening-tropicals-jbe18kff"/><id>urn:uuid:55eb667f-6de2-4f6a-b0a2-b520abd5ec04</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>They experiment with what plants can survive the region's winters and shelter others in greenhouses.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island's mall industry sees rise of open-air shopping in push to survive</title><author><name>Tory N. Parrish</name><email>tory.parrish@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/open-air-shopping-long-island-malls-p8f9fwof"/><id>urn:uuid:698017f1-e1c0-41d9-b242-2bbbe9e8b126</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Long Island mall redevelopments propose transforming properties into open-air shopping centers, a nostalgic move designed to increasing foot traffic.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bonnie Susan Herzog, beloved preschool teacher in Bayport, dies at 76</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/obituaries/bonnie-susan-herzog-bayport-kiddie-kampus-bayport-nf7xwk8j"/><id>urn:uuid:3c1cbaca-5c3d-4fd0-8dae-941af1b5bba4</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>"She was my forever sweetheart," said former Newsday sports editor Bob Herzog, her husband of 53 years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets' Carson Benge fights to adjust to major leagues</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/carson-benge-mets-ew5i5gvf"/><id>urn:uuid:ab4c0214-8784-43ec-aa47-055c0ebeb22f</id><updated>2026-04-27T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The initial offensive struggles for Benge – who entered the season as the Mets' No. 2 prospect and the 16th-best prospect in baseball, according to MLB.com – haven't hindered his defense, but stand out as the Mets' offense continues to struggle.</summary></entry><entry><title>Galatasaray posts about 'evil inside' refereeing during key title race win over Fenerbahce</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/istanbul-derby-galatasaray-fenerbache-evil-referees-g57626"/><id>urn:uuid:85e39a4e-c14e-42b7-be0c-8b5d66df9164</id><updated>2026-04-27T04:59:34.524-04:00</updated><summary>Turkish league leader Galatasaray posted on social media about referees and "the evil inside" at halftime of a win against fierce rival Fenerbahce that all-but sealed another title.</summary></entry><entry><title>Clashes over water access kill at least 42 people in Chad</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/chad-water-clashes-42-killed-a31617"/><id>urn:uuid:85735233-35d2-4db0-b49a-b698b5f8a58e</id><updated>2026-04-27T04:50:27.042-04:00</updated><summary>Clashes between two families over water access have killed at least 42 people in eastern Chad, according to the government.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pope prays with Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally in historic encounter, vows dialogue</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pope-mullally-anglican-church-f27720"/><id>urn:uuid:06270ec1-bbbd-4516-b1b6-c1b195b40368</id><updated>2026-04-27T04:27:33.281-04:00</updated><summary>Pope Leo XIV has vowed to keep working to overcome differences with the Anglican Communion.</summary></entry><entry><title>Netherlands star Xavi Simons out of World Cup and Tottenham's relegation fight because of ACL injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/xavi-simons-world-cup-netherlands-tottenham-x83793"/><id>urn:uuid:97c3f304-17c9-42c6-b5b6-61dab82ff96d</id><updated>2026-04-27T04:08:32.171-04:00</updated><summary>Netherlands midfielder Xavi Simons will miss the World Cup as well as relegation-threatened Tottenham's final Premier League games of the season after sustaining a right knee injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Energy shock ripples through kitchens, forests and conservation in Africa and South Asia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/iran-oil-africa-wildlife-conservation-lpg-e89520"/><id>urn:uuid:8781b7c7-07dd-4acd-a424-2468ace99ccf</id><updated>2026-04-27T03:20:50.764-04:00</updated><summary>Energy shocks linked to the Iran war are pushing households across Africa and South Asia back to charcoal and firewood as cleaner cooking methods become more expensive and unreliable.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts its blockade and the war ends, officials say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/us-iran-war-hormuz-april-27-2026-a55125"/><id>urn:uuid:07137702-679b-410c-939d-fcf546fa94fe</id><updated>2026-04-27T03:13:18.153-04:00</updated><summary>Iran has offered to end its control over the Strait of Hormuz if the U.S. lifts its blockade and ends the war.</summary></entry><entry><title>Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman head to court in high-stakes showdown over AI</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/musk-altman-artificial-intelligence-trial-openai-x52090"/><id>urn:uuid:4360294e-1e90-49e5-bbf3-69f9866a6b70</id><updated>2026-04-27T03:05:13.215-04:00</updated><summary>Technology tycoons Elon Musk and Sam Altman are poised to face off in a high-stakes trial revolving around the alleged betrayal, deceit and unbridled ambition that blurred the bickering billionaires' once-shared vision for the development of artificial intelligence.</summary></entry><entry><title>How a surgeon kept a Sudan hospital functioning on the war's front line</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sudan-doctor-hospital-war-surgeon-omdurman-p26878"/><id>urn:uuid:7688f11d-f1ba-4ef4-a13b-2d25907c252e</id><updated>2026-04-27T02:35:44.313-04:00</updated><summary>A soft-spoken surgeon kept a hospital running on the front line of Sudan's war as many staffers fled.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ryan Poehling scores early in OT, Ducks push Oilers to the brink with 4-3 win in Game 4</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/ducks-oilers-score-mcdavid-p17243"/><id>urn:uuid:fb018dce-f038-49d7-a729-c6454dba75b4</id><updated>2026-04-27T00:31:25.078-04:00</updated><summary>Ryan Poehling scored 2:29 into overtime, and the Anaheim Ducks pushed Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers to the brink of first-round elimination with a 4-3 victory in Game 4.</summary></entry><entry><title>Amen Thompson sparks Rockets' 115-96 rout to stave off elimination against Lakers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/rockets-lakers-score-n76032"/><id>urn:uuid:0583cff5-56ac-40d3-a26b-cff9a6e9c82b</id><updated>2026-04-27T00:27:50.211-04:00</updated><summary>Amen Thompson scored 23 points, Tari Eason added 20 and the Houston Rockets avoided elimination with a 115-96 rout of the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of the Western Conference playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>PHOTO ESSAY: Elderly Cubans cope with a deepening economic crisis</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cuba-seniors-crisis-photos-u16516"/><id>urn:uuid:ff86b784-50a2-4dcd-bbd9-297839576877</id><updated>2026-04-27T00:22:09.254-04:00</updated><summary>HAVANA — Cuba’s elderly are among those bearing the heaviest burden of the island’s deepening</summary></entry><entry><title>Many elderly Cubans left to fend for themselves as the latest crisis deepens</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cuba-seniors-crisis-us-oil-embargo-e78329"/><id>urn:uuid:4811d353-07e8-4a31-bf85-f374b20579de</id><updated>2026-04-27T00:15:22.319-04:00</updated><summary>Elderly residents in Old Havana gather for meals at the Church of the Holy Spirit, a crucial support amid Cuba's economic crisis.</summary></entry><entry><title>College students are changing course in search of 'AI-proof' majors. But no one knows what they are</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ai-anxiety-college-major-i95449"/><id>urn:uuid:aac2bea9-0cab-4776-af8a-bbbfea670261</id><updated>2026-04-27T00:09:57.515-04:00</updated><summary>The rise of artificial intelligence is prompting college students to second-guess their career paths.</summary></entry><entry><title>King Charles III arrives at the White House on a delicate mission to restore the UK-US relationship</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/king-charles-iii-us-state-visit-trump-e53656"/><id>urn:uuid:04343010-0d69-4585-93d6-c04c0aa06147</id><updated>2026-04-27T00:08:32.003-04:00</updated><summary>King Charles III and Queen Camilla have made it to the White House on his first visit to the United States since he became king in 2022.</summary></entry><entry><title>Haitians, Syrians aren't the only immigrants watching US Supreme Court arguments on temporary status</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/tps-el-salvador-trump-bukele-immigration-migrants-l10576"/><id>urn:uuid:aca5d806-3b43-4751-8058-210f15d4a490</id><updated>2026-04-27T00:07:51.520-04:00</updated><summary>When the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments on the Trump administration's plans to stop shielding Haitians and Syrians from deportation, people from more than dozen other countries will pay close attention, perhaps none more than an estimated 200,000 from El Salvador.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tired and worried, seafarers have been stranded in the Persian Gulf for weeks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/stranded-ships-iran-war-hormuz-y27259"/><id>urn:uuid:4db56591-e3ad-4875-870a-4c9b144bb593</id><updated>2026-04-27T00:05:18.168-04:00</updated><summary>Around 20,000 seafarers on hundreds of vessels are stuck in the Persian Gulf, unable to cross the Strait of Hormuz that remains effectively shut by Iran.</summary></entry><entry><title>Virginia Supreme Court considers whether to block voter-approved US House map favoring Democrats</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/redistricting-congress-virginia-court-trump-h16747"/><id>urn:uuid:4cf6ff96-9af1-4769-b5f1-3f77984f067d</id><updated>2026-04-27T00:03:43.419-04:00</updated><summary>Virginia's Supreme Court is considering whether a voter-approved redistricting amendment complied with the state's constitutional requirements.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Iran wants Strait of Hormuz reopening tied to an end to the war, officials say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-israel-us-lebanon-latest-april-27-2026-a47127"/><id>urn:uuid:0a496526-4ca4-45f4-bb56-dd3fbb8a7813</id><updated>2026-04-27T00:02:42.881-04:00</updated><summary>Iran has offered to end its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz without addressing its nuclear program.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prediction markets under pressure to crack down on rogue bettors and stop insider trading</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/polymarket-kalshi-cftc-trump-maduro-venezuela-insider-trading-v68983"/><id>urn:uuid:dae22885-2321-4ab2-b6f0-572651174139</id><updated>2026-04-27T00:01:29.453-04:00</updated><summary>A soldier betting on an operation to oust Venezuela's leader.</summary></entry><entry><title>US stocks inch to more records as oil prices rise ahead of a blockbuster week for Wall Street</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/stocks-markets-iran-rates-oil-n49204"/><id>urn:uuid:49bfb667-c244-4a31-8589-e2d6c904620a</id><updated>2026-04-26T23:45:51.223-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. stock market's record-breaking rally slowed after uncertainty rose about what will happen next in the Iran war.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lakers' Deandre Ayton ejected after 'unnecessary and excessive' elbow to Alperen Sengun</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/rockets-lakers-ayton-sengun-x44040"/><id>urn:uuid:c1da7cc3-ca5b-4e77-bf53-aad31759a9c2</id><updated>2026-04-26T23:40:31.949-04:00</updated><summary>Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton was ejected in the third quarter of Game 4 against the Houston Rockets after receiving a flagrant foul 2 for hitting Alperen Sengun in the face with his elbow and forearm.</summary></entry><entry><title>Anze Kopitar's 2-decade career with the Los Angeles Kings ends in cheers and tears with playoff loss</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/anze-kopitar-kings-stanley-cup-playoffs-e97687"/><id>urn:uuid:ca156bbc-7162-4b3f-a6c3-bfff8c086b26</id><updated>2026-04-26T23:01:13.834-04:00</updated><summary>Anze Kopitar's two-decade career with the Los Angeles Kings ended with their first-round playoff elimination at the hands of the Colorado Avalanche.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sinia Plotz, Anna Reed help USC women hold off Cal 10-9 for Trojans' 7th water polo championship</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/california-southern-california-score-womens-water-polo-championship-l02148"/><id>urn:uuid:6aa3b75c-a3fa-4e44-9064-273d40dea9ae</id><updated>2026-04-26T22:59:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Sinia Plotz scored to begin each half and Anna Reed finished with 10 saves to lead Southern California to a 10-9 victory over California at the Canyonview Aquatic Center, earning the Trojans a seventh national championship in women's water polo.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wilson scores first Thorns goal since 2024 in 2-1 win over Angel City</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/regin-royals-thorns-angel-city-score-nwsl-i47734"/><id>urn:uuid:f7df7517-25ad-47b9-bf21-06dc44960dec</id><updated>2026-04-26T22:51:58.511-04:00</updated><summary>Sophia Wilson scored her first goal of the season in stoppage time and the Portland Thorns defeated Angel City 2-1 on Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>North Korea opens memorial museum for troops killed in Russia-Ukraine war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/north-korea-russia-ukraine-memorial-museum-r59152"/><id>urn:uuid:3130aa79-e2b7-4ff2-a853-f09c9994d058</id><updated>2026-04-26T22:50:26.487-04:00</updated><summary>North Korea has opened a memorial museum for its soldiers killed while fighting for Russia against Ukraine.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steve Matthews' Belmont at the Big A selections for April 30, May 1-2</title><author><name>Steve Matthews</name><email>steve.matthews@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/horse-racing-steve-matthews-belmont-aqueduct-tj4wwbzs"/><id>urn:uuid:ec090397-7db9-4971-9327-01e5ab7d8ad0</id><updated>2026-04-26T22:42:41.431-04:00</updated><summary>Thursday, April 30 Best bet: NO RAIN NO FLOWERS (5) Best value: APOLLO CODE (6)</summary></entry><entry><title>Latest US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/drug-cartels-boat-strikes-military-trump-f82251"/><id>urn:uuid:452294b1-1fe7-4ed4-9308-91c6a4953c65</id><updated>2026-04-26T22:16:09.601-04:00</updated><summary>The latest U.S. military strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed three people Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>1st-place Victoire opt to open PWHL playoffs against 3rd-place Minnesota; Boston to play Ottawa</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/pwhl-playoff-matchups-womens-hockey-a23316"/><id>urn:uuid:13deb691-5afc-4c27-8daa-26632ca84739</id><updated>2026-04-26T22:08:04.066-04:00</updated><summary>The PWHL regular-season champion Montreal Victoire bucked the standings by choosing to open their semifinal playoff series facing the third-place — and two-time defending Walter Cup champion — Minnesota Frost.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hagel scores twice in 3rd, Lightning beat Canadiens 3-2 in Game 4 to tie series</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/lightning-canadiens-score-nhl-stanley-cup-q63239"/><id>urn:uuid:df042682-c804-4b02-998d-060ae3476bf2</id><updated>2026-04-26T22:03:17.338-04:00</updated><summary>Brandon Hagel scored his NHL playoffs-leading fifth and sixth goals in the third period and the Tampa Bay Lightning rallied to beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Sunday night in Game 4 to tie the series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets designate Tommy Pham, sign Austin Slater</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-austin-slater-qmborwhl"/><id>urn:uuid:ea4324bf-b41b-4fc2-a77d-fd05b91b7771</id><updated>2026-04-26T21:58:50.043-04:00</updated><summary>Slater batted .174 (4-for-23) in 12 games with the Marlins this season before being designated for assignment by Miami on Wednesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lane Thomas' 10th-inning homer leads Royals over Angels 11-9</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/angels-royals-score-n69540"/><id>urn:uuid:1aa773ff-8ecc-4185-a26c-30505eb35402</id><updated>2026-04-26T21:55:54.392-04:00</updated><summary>With runners on second and third, Lane Thomas delivered a three-run homer in the 10th inning to lift the Kansas City Royals over the Los Angeles Angels 11-9 and sweep the series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trevor Bauer dominates with a 7-inning no-hitter for Atlantic League's Long Island Ducks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/trevor-bauer-nohitter-r11297"/><id>urn:uuid:f4c3a4fc-ce7c-4d04-8a0c-12aea2d4f6e3</id><updated>2026-04-26T21:45:31.946-04:00</updated><summary>Trevor Bauer has thrown a no-hitter for the Long Island Ducks against the Lancaster Stormers in the Atlantic League.</summary></entry><entry><title>Donald Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress under 7 presidents, dies at 88</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/donald-riegle-obit-dies-michigan-senator-e76558"/><id>urn:uuid:a9c77115-dd12-4eca-bf2c-1ee94fdd5c41</id><updated>2026-04-26T21:42:17.827-04:00</updated><summary>Donald W.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Lennon: After sweep by Rockies, shakeup seems inevitable for Mets</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-carlos-mendoza-v7tosyu0"/><id>urn:uuid:d9a48606-a699-4aaa-9a15-80c52863d624</id><updated>2026-04-26T21:36:39.621-04:00</updated><summary>Someone has to take the blame for team that has lost 15 of 17, and manager Carlos Mendoza is the most likely candidate.</summary></entry><entry><title>Celtics spoil Embiid's return to action after appendectomy, beat 76ers to take 3-1 series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/celtics-76ers-score-embiid-r84420"/><id>urn:uuid:bbaa9f27-bb63-4310-b302-7eac885eb896</id><updated>2026-04-26T21:35:25.809-04:00</updated><summary>Payton Pritchard made six of Boston's 24 3-pointers and scored 32 points and Jayson Tatum had 30 points and 11 assists to help the Boston Celtics spoil Joel Embiid's return from an appendectomy and beat the Philadelphia 76ers 128-96 on Sunday night for a 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Marco Reus scores twice to rally Galaxy to 2-1 victory over Real Salt Lake</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/real-salt-lake-los-angeles-galaxy-score-mls-p39891"/><id>urn:uuid:e5b40c1f-ce03-44dd-a0e6-7d2d79bb50ed</id><updated>2026-04-26T21:21:21.520-04:00</updated><summary>Marco Reus scored two goals, the second one on a penalty kick in the 85th minute to rally the Los Angeles Galaxy to a 2-1 victory over Real Salt Lake.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trevor Bauer tosses no-hitter for Long Island Ducks</title><author><name>Brian Heyman</name><email>brian.heyman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/local/ducks/trevor-bauer-no-hitter-dujwnvfm"/><id>urn:uuid:28d10b49-2a09-46c9-ac2f-6abfe725b01c</id><updated>2026-04-26T20:29:27.493-04:00</updated><summary>The 35-year-old righthander, with 10 major-league seasons and a 2020 Cy Young Award behind him, fired a seven-inning no-hitter against the Lancaster Stormers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Monte Coleman, who won 3 Super Bowls as a Washington linebacker, dies at age 68</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/monte-coleman-obit-washington-i69104"/><id>urn:uuid:d2566b34-548a-473e-b6ed-1516dcbeee5a</id><updated>2026-04-26T19:59:52.502-04:00</updated><summary>Monte Coleman has died at age 68.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rockies sweep Mets, who have now lost 15 of 17</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-rockies-uzc67wn1"/><id>urn:uuid:28659ea9-6789-436a-a000-f3c47c13c1c0</id><updated>2026-04-26T19:58:32.030-04:00</updated><summary>The Mets scored one run in Sunday's doubleheader sweep.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jokic fined $50,000, Randle fined $35,000 for Nuggets-Wolves incident</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nuggets-timberwolves-fight-p94923"/><id>urn:uuid:e8687ea6-ca04-48be-a690-96bee6828586</id><updated>2026-04-26T19:52:06.254-04:00</updated><summary>Denver's Nikola Jokic has been fined $50,000, and Minnesota's Julius Randle $35,000, for their roles in an altercation during Game 4 of their playoff series, the NBA announced Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Retief Goosen wins Mitsubishi Electric for TPC Sugarloaf Champ-PGA Tour double</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/pga-tour-champions-retief-goosen-e23053"/><id>urn:uuid:7073d330-ad8a-4439-a663-5791383a2894</id><updated>2026-04-26T19:37:23.369-04:00</updated><summary>Retief Goosen won the PGA Tour Champion's Mitsubishi Electric Classic on Sunday at TPC Sugarloaf, 24 years after he took the PGA Tour's BellSouth Classic on the course.</summary></entry><entry><title>MacKinnon leads Avalanche to 5-1 win and 1st-round sweep of LA Kings, ending Anze Kopitar's career</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/kings-avalanche-score-mackinnon-a40402"/><id>urn:uuid:58abc3cf-a2b7-46c3-b8bc-4609810f83e6</id><updated>2026-04-26T19:35:48.203-04:00</updated><summary>Nathan MacKinnon had two goals and an assist, Nicolas Roy and Devon Toews scored in the third period, and the top-seeded Colorado Avalanche swept the Los Angeles Kings out of the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs with a 5-1 victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tawa's slam helps Diamondbacks rally from 5-run deficit to beat Padres 12-7 in Mexico City</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/padres-diamonbacks-score-mexico-city-b19422"/><id>urn:uuid:71b6709c-73fa-42f2-9acb-a7019161e27c</id><updated>2026-04-26T19:27:37.220-04:00</updated><summary>Tim Tawa hit a grand slam to highlight Arizona's six-run seventh inning, Ildemaro Vargas homered to extend his hitting streak to 23 games and the Diamondbacks rallied to defeat the San Diego Padres 12-7 and split the two-game series at Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium.</summary></entry><entry><title>Durant sidelined again as Rockets extend series, Udoka calls return 'a possibility'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/rockets-durant-out-g43040"/><id>urn:uuid:96ee7875-4285-467e-ada6-c883dceeed1c</id><updated>2026-04-26T19:23:27.603-04:00</updated><summary>Kevin Durant missed Houston's win over the Lakers in Game 4 of a Western Conference first-round playoff series with an ankle injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carson Hocevar earns 1st NASCAR Cup victory with last-lap pass at Talladega Superspeedway</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/nascar-talladega-carson-hocevar-d37558"/><id>urn:uuid:9d679232-a383-4ec7-bbf8-36c50072cb3d</id><updated>2026-04-26T19:18:08.923-04:00</updated><summary>Carson Hocevar has earned the first victory of his NASCAR Cup Series career, outdueling Chris Buescher with a last-lap pass at Talladega Superspeedway.</summary></entry><entry><title>Refsnyder's challenge that led to homer was 1 of 8 successful challenges for Mariners and Cardinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-cardinals-abs-challenge-i28535"/><id>urn:uuid:5be2f6d8-ee5d-4036-b5c9-eb64224e65b5</id><updated>2026-04-26T19:09:26.581-04:00</updated><summary>Rob Refsnyder's challenge that led to his go-ahead home run was one of eight successful challenges by the Seattle Mariners and St. Louis Cardinals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Erik Boland: Why the 18-10 Yankees look like the team to beat in AL</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-a8hagyjz"/><id>urn:uuid:225704c8-2153-4e87-bf08-948cb4805342</id><updated>2026-04-26T19:02:39.770-04:00</updated><summary>The Yankees have the best record in the AL and reinforcements on the way in starters Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wrobleski dazzles with 6 scoreless innings, wins 4th straight start as Dodgers beat Cubs, 6-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-dodgers-score-s24580"/><id>urn:uuid:3e57ba84-24d6-46cf-9031-764cd56afab6</id><updated>2026-04-26T18:57:56.541-04:00</updated><summary>Justin Wrobleski tossed six scoreless innings, becoming the first Dodgers pitcher since 2009 to win his first four starts.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brotherly boost: A dramatic Zurich Classic win by the Fitzpatricks puts Alex on the PGA Tour</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/pga-tour-zurich-matt-alex-fitzpatrick-k23480"/><id>urn:uuid:38dcc6fa-5299-44b2-b35a-9608d0d59cf1</id><updated>2026-04-26T18:39:21.118-04:00</updated><summary>Matt Fitzpatrick and younger brother Alex combined for a 1-under 71 in alternate-shot play Sunday to pull out a dramatic, single-stroke victory in the Zurich Classic and usher the younger Fitzpatrick onto the PGA Tour through 2028.</summary></entry><entry><title>Roupp's stellar pitching, Schmitt's 3-run homer propel Giants to 6-3 win over Marlins</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/marlins-giants-score-x15924"/><id>urn:uuid:8d970abb-37c4-4050-9a3f-8d90fd2e1dd4</id><updated>2026-04-26T18:39:04.798-04:00</updated><summary>Landen Roupp held Miami to two hits in 7 2/3 innings and Casey Schmitt hit a go-ahead home run for the second straight game as the San Francisco Giants beat the Marlins 6-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>Embiid's gutsy return after appendectomy falls flat as Celtics rout 76ers for 3-1 series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/philadelphia-76ers-joel-embiid-j06046"/><id>urn:uuid:96654747-7ee5-478f-b6ab-ff3edf0aa6c4</id><updated>2026-04-26T18:38:03.561-04:00</updated><summary>Joel Embiid's surprise return after an appendectomy doesn't help the 76ers against Boston.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wembanyama returns from concussion and Spurs beat Blazers 114-93 to take 3-1 series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/spurs-trail-blazers-score-t51113"/><id>urn:uuid:17d0dfb6-dcd8-4301-bb57-27fa17305ef9</id><updated>2026-04-26T18:28:55.324-04:00</updated><summary>Victor Wembanyama had 27 points, 11 rebounds and seven blocks in his return from a concussion and the San Antonio Spurs took a 3-1 lead in their first-round series against the Portland Trail Blazers with a 114-93 victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Justice Department cites dinner shooting to press preservationists to drop Trump ballroom suit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/todd-blanche-white-house-ballroom-trump-s51154"/><id>urn:uuid:0cd1cc14-3ec6-4f49-b981-d3e5aa74343f</id><updated>2026-04-26T18:24:42.511-04:00</updated><summary>The Justice Department is pushing to dismiss a lawsuit blocking President Donald Trump's $400 million White House ballroom project.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steve Popper: Josh Hart's tenacity on defense never skips beat for Knicks</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-josh-hart-e62mdjes"/><id>urn:uuid:f1a5741c-3177-4674-b556-e3aaae4c453c</id><updated>2026-04-26T18:05:29.868-04:00</updated><summary>No points, no rebounds, no matter because he's always a fiery competitor.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nelly Korda wins Chevron Championship for 3rd major and returns to No. 1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/nelly-korda-chevron-championship-lpga-major-houston-b53540"/><id>urn:uuid:a0239855-d459-47bc-931e-62231b7c19b4</id><updated>2026-04-26T17:34:32.162-04:00</updated><summary>Nelly Korda is a major champion for the third time and back to No. 1 in women's golf.</summary></entry><entry><title>Magnitude 6.2 earthquake shakes part of northern Japan</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/japan-earthquake-north-sarabetsu-hokkaido-k18091"/><id>urn:uuid:a1804e5a-fa35-4267-b00e-530af0113530</id><updated>2026-04-26T17:33:00.423-04:00</updated><summary>A magnitude 6.2 earthquake shook part of northern Japan early Monday, but there was no damage or casualties.</summary></entry><entry><title>Refsnyder successfully challenges 3rd strike, and then homers to lift Mariners over Cardinals 3-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-cardinals-score-l59936"/><id>urn:uuid:c3e5d108-3627-48eb-a508-9c9293277ee5</id><updated>2026-04-26T17:20:25.452-04:00</updated><summary>Rob Refsnyder successfully challenged a third-strike call, and then hit a go-ahead solo home run in the ninth inning to lift the Seattle Mariners to a 3-2 win against the St. Louis Cardinals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Abrams' sacrifice fly, Tena's pinch-hit HR in the 10th lift Nationals over White Sox 2-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-nationals-score-f25067"/><id>urn:uuid:ea7061fd-a054-4d72-9177-d4e688800d6c</id><updated>2026-04-26T17:12:24.308-04:00</updated><summary>CJ Abrams' sacrifice fly scored automatic runner Daylen Lile from third in the 10th inning, pinch-hitter José Tena followed with a solo homer and the Washington Nationals beat the Chicago White Sox 2-1 for their second straight extra-innings win.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kyle Harrison's gem enables Brewers to avoid sweep with 5-0 win over Pirates</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/pirates-brewers-score-b86477"/><id>urn:uuid:dad8c502-cbf2-4d37-8ae9-b470b2b2d421</id><updated>2026-04-26T17:06:23.124-04:00</updated><summary>Kyle Harrison collected a career-high 12 strikeouts and allowed just one hit and one walk in six scoreless innings as the Milwaukee Brewers avoided a sweep by beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-0 on Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sabres erupt for 4 goals in first period, win 6-1 to push Bruins to 3-1 hole in series</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/bruins-sabres-score-u86196"/><id>urn:uuid:bd59903d-51d3-46f8-8503-f7984563fc46</id><updated>2026-04-26T17:05:39.175-04:00</updated><summary>Josh Doan had a goal and an assist during Buffalo's four-goal first-period to lead the Sabres to a 6-1 victory over the Boston Bruins for a 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brawl erupts after red-carded goalkeeper punches opponent in Spain</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/andrada-zaragoza-huesca-brawl-punch-d04116"/><id>urn:uuid:5c991b4f-951a-4347-ad2a-1ab07f2d3c01</id><updated>2026-04-26T17:03:55.238-04:00</updated><summary>A second-division soccer game in Spain ends in a brawl after Zaragoza goalkeeper Esteban Andrada punches Huesca defender Jorge Pulido in the face.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jesús Sánchez has 2-run homer to give Blue Jays a 4-2 win over Guardians</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/guardians-blue-jays-score-t51707"/><id>urn:uuid:3d722dd2-6004-4236-b83e-5fe5e7d15ac7</id><updated>2026-04-26T17:00:08.003-04:00</updated><summary>Jesús Sánchez hit a two-run home run to take the lead, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had three hits, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Devin Grant of Elmont signs with Los Angeles Chargers</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/devin-grant-elmont-chargers-e2g02b7k"/><id>urn:uuid:ea2c8a39-b93c-4173-9f7a-fe4385be7180</id><updated>2026-04-26T16:49:56.970-04:00</updated><summary>The defensive back played at Holy Cross High School in Queens and then the University of Buffalo before transferring to Syracuse.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pinch hitter Hao-Yu Lee's first MLB homer helps Tigers to an 8-3 win over the Reds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/tigers-reds-score-h65761"/><id>urn:uuid:7d216581-3eba-41a4-adf0-7c4e9041c46f</id><updated>2026-04-26T16:43:31.473-04:00</updated><summary>Pinch hitter Hao-Yu Lee hit his first MLB home run and Spencer Torkelson homered for the fifth straight game as the Detroit Tigers avoided a series sweep with an 8-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yandy Diaz homers and Rays beat Twins 4-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/twins-rays-score-q91890"/><id>urn:uuid:11855eef-eebd-4b79-b8ca-fd76578319c9</id><updated>2026-04-26T16:37:45.386-04:00</updated><summary>Yandy Diaz homered as part of a four-run third inning and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Minnesota Twins 4-2 to complete a three-game series sweep.</summary></entry><entry><title>Contreras homers, Red Sox respond to Cora firing with 5-3 win over Orioles</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-orioles-score-h82292"/><id>urn:uuid:801203fc-e567-42c6-8cb1-0e30b9c33736</id><updated>2026-04-26T16:32:55.413-04:00</updated><summary>Willson Contreras hit his sixth home run of the season and second in as many games, and the Boston Red Sox responded to the firing of manager Alex Cora with a 5-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chris Sale works 6 shutout innings for 150th career win as Braves beat Phillies 6-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/philles-braves-score-f99377"/><id>urn:uuid:c179f987-67f2-4b78-b7c3-db2910756770</id><updated>2026-04-26T16:30:05.119-04:00</updated><summary>Chris Sale shut down the Phillies for the second time in nine days and won his 150th career game as the Atlanta Braves built an early lead and beat Philadelphia 6-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Coco Gauff overcomes vomiting on court to beat Sorana Cirstea in Madrid</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/coco-gauff-madrid-open-y83202"/><id>urn:uuid:5d6e3ab8-cd06-46fb-9e06-1ab9d1ea6987</id><updated>2026-04-26T16:23:15.930-04:00</updated><summary>Coco Gauff has advanced to the fourth round of the Madrid Open despite falling ill and vomiting on court.</summary></entry><entry><title>Barnes, Ingram score 23 points apiece as Raptors beat Cavaliers 93-89 and tie series at 2-all</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/cavaliers-raptors-score-y52806"/><id>urn:uuid:92524488-59e4-4699-97fc-755617b975c3</id><updated>2026-04-26T16:11:23.580-04:00</updated><summary>Scottie Barnes hit the go-ahead free throws in the final minute and finished with 23 points, Brandon Ingram also scored 23 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 93-89, tying the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series at two games apiece.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lille stays level with Lyon in race for Champions League spot, Nice frustrates Marseille</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/lille-lyon-champions-league-marseille-france-j20786"/><id>urn:uuid:51e76ad8-a27f-4a8d-aee0-7f18b6ddeda5</id><updated>2026-04-26T15:58:15.886-04:00</updated><summary>Matias Fernandez-Pardo's first-half penalty is enough for Lille to stay neck-and-neck with Lyon in Ligue 1's race for a direct Champions League spot.</summary></entry><entry><title>The night a big story came directly to Washington's journalists — hundreds of them</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/media-correspondents-dinner-reporters-q87757"/><id>urn:uuid:fcaea1ec-1114-4aad-96b8-9efd361e14fd</id><updated>2026-04-26T15:43:25.571-04:00</updated><summary>More often than not, big stories happen out of the sight of journalists.</summary></entry><entry><title>One of two Georgia wildfires doubles in size, officials say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/georgia-florida-wildfires-drought-l84302"/><id>urn:uuid:54fd35a5-d0e3-46c6-8062-b9fc1a446bde</id><updated>2026-04-26T15:41:15.218-04:00</updated><summary>One of two large wildfires in southeastern Georgia continues to grow and now exceeds 31 square miles.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sound of gunfire carries eerie echoes of Reagan's shooting outside the same Washington hotel</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-reagan-assassination-attempt-hinckley-washington-hilton-q58037"/><id>urn:uuid:b944e4fb-6944-4576-bcbc-40b6b7f1d8f1</id><updated>2026-04-26T15:31:29.929-04:00</updated><summary>The sound of gunfire at the Washington Hilton Hotel carried echoes of President Ronald Reagan's shooting outside the same hotel more than four decades ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>LIRR summer service includes more weekday trains to Montauk</title><author><name>Peter Gill</name><email>peter.gill@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/lirr-summer-schedule-montauk-ok9njlg8"/><id>urn:uuid:9a4e22a8-cfe4-4f3b-9939-7deaf958b1cd</id><updated>2026-04-26T15:22:03.257-04:00</updated><summary>Here's what to know about the added service, which begins in May.</summary></entry><entry><title>Inter Milan a win away from Serie A title despite blowing two-goal lead at Torino</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/inter-juventus-milan-serie-a-k82455"/><id>urn:uuid:6fb78da1-3a5c-4f09-9f55-3aea2156aa3d</id><updated>2026-04-26T15:00:36.007-04:00</updated><summary>Inter Milan moves a step closer to the Serie A title but the Nerazzurri make it slightly more difficult for themselves by letting slip a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 at Torino.</summary></entry><entry><title>Spurs star Wembanyama returns, says he's disappointed with the way his concussion was handled</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/victor-wembanyama-spurs-trail-blazers-nba-playoffs-x42005"/><id>urn:uuid:9a2afd1b-59cb-4259-b377-c0b0ea6aa86f</id><updated>2026-04-26T14:57:00.228-04:00</updated><summary>After San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama returned from a concussion to play in Game 4 of the team's first round series against the Portland Trail Blazers, he said he was disappointed with how the process was handled.</summary></entry><entry><title>Crosby, Penguins aim to extend season again vs. Flyers. Mammoth look for 3-1 lead on Golden Knights</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-preview-d28805"/><id>urn:uuid:3f17d1f9-8adb-4b21-afd1-7067cdd3b807</id><updated>2026-04-26T14:41:53.519-04:00</updated><summary>Sidney Crosby stepped up to help the Pittsburgh Penguins extend their season.</summary></entry><entry><title>16-year-old Mathis Albert becomes youngest American to play in Bundesliga</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/mathis-albert-youngest-american-bundesliga-dortmund-f54549"/><id>urn:uuid:34f12245-bdbf-404d-836e-b0ea0d024701</id><updated>2026-04-26T14:38:10.383-04:00</updated><summary>Mathis Albert has become the youngest American to play in the Bundesliga.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tornadoes in northern Texas leave at least 2 dead and destroy multiple homes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/storms-texas-runaway-bay-springtown-tornado-u25329"/><id>urn:uuid:3a781698-2566-4c03-8ca3-5c72d23433b3</id><updated>2026-04-26T14:33:09.655-04:00</updated><summary>At least two people have died from a severe tornado-producing storm that hit northern Texas, and many homes have sustained major damage.</summary></entry><entry><title>Palestinian authorities call local elections in a Gaza community and the West Bank a success</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/palestinian-elections-gaza-west-bank-authority-t65685"/><id>urn:uuid:5706f3c3-bd66-40bb-84fb-b5adb58500df</id><updated>2026-04-26T14:21:14.771-04:00</updated><summary>Palestinian authorities say local elections in Gaza and the West Bank are a success and mark a step toward a long-delayed presidential election.</summary></entry><entry><title>Borussia Dortmund seals Champions League qualification, Stuttgart's hopes hit a bump</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/dortmund-stuttgart-freiburg-bremen-bundesliga-scores-r84438"/><id>urn:uuid:fe823b99-8adb-4999-af5e-51a1700d12fe</id><updated>2026-04-26T14:17:28.607-04:00</updated><summary>Borussia Dortmund has sealed Champions League qualification with an easy 4-0 win over a distracted Freiburg in the Bundesliga.</summary></entry><entry><title>Stars defenseman Nils Lundkvist avoids hospital after taking a skate to the face</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/stars-lundkvist-o01448"/><id>urn:uuid:0517b6e6-f99b-4c8c-9c22-5cab511b8fee</id><updated>2026-04-26T14:14:43.458-04:00</updated><summary>Dallas Stars defenseman Nils Lundkvist avoided a hospital visit after taking a skate to his face.</summary></entry><entry><title>A look at some notable milestones achieved in world athletics over the years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/athletics-milestones-marathon-record-two-hours-o59078"/><id>urn:uuid:28f3c1d7-1e08-4f9b-88d9-39b22f54f7cd</id><updated>2026-04-26T14:02:26.736-04:00</updated><summary>Sabastian Sawe of Kenya became the first person to break the 2-hour barrier in an official marathon on Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Growing interest in women's rugby is helping make push from club status to NCAA championship sport</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/ncaa-rugby-indianapolis-h11818"/><id>urn:uuid:8c1f5f58-ea53-44ab-93ad-9d4769e11048</id><updated>2026-04-26T13:49:54.462-04:00</updated><summary>Jara Emtage-Cave started playing rugby as a 13-year-old in Barbados, never really imagining how the sport might shape her world.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nationals place pitcher Clayton Beeter on the 15-day injured list with right forearm soreness</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/nationals-white-sox-beeter-i64374"/><id>urn:uuid:7aee8ca9-3e7f-42c7-914c-29d3b5c05f71</id><updated>2026-04-26T13:37:51.861-04:00</updated><summary>The Washington Nationals have placed right-handed reliever Clayton Beeter on the 15-day injured list with right forearm soreness.</summary></entry><entry><title>Death toll from bus bombing in southwest Colombia rises to 20 during a wave of violence</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/colombia-attack-bus-explosion-killed-bomb-d33895"/><id>urn:uuid:d7d6d6a4-d13b-484f-a379-c6aac1cd352b</id><updated>2026-04-26T13:14:45.486-04:00</updated><summary>Officials in Colombia say the number of people killed in a bombing in a volatile region in the country's southwest has risen to 20.</summary></entry><entry><title>Monday's NBA playoffs: Nuggets face elimination, Thunder could sweep, and Pistons in trouble?</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-playoffs-nuggets-timberwolves-jokic-dosunmu-u72369"/><id>urn:uuid:9d6feb8f-9a78-4c3a-b3ed-9a1a505c3cdc</id><updated>2026-04-26T13:12:39.804-04:00</updated><summary>The Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets have developed an intense rivalry.</summary></entry><entry><title>What happened inside the ballroom when a gunman tried to breach Trump's night with the press</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-correspondents-dinner-scene-confusion-fear-j56360"/><id>urn:uuid:a98841fb-1e68-4daa-9526-db61f269bf3b</id><updated>2026-04-26T13:09:59.161-04:00</updated><summary>The White House Correspondents' Association dinner is one of Washington's curious rituals.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Carolina Hurricanes use postseason experience to advance again in NHL playoffs sweep</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/carolina-hurricanes-advance-nhl-playoffs-l43980"/><id>urn:uuid:ec6fef2a-ce02-4dd5-b773-7477b7561e2a</id><updated>2026-04-26T13:04:59.656-04:00</updated><summary>The Carolina Hurricanes' postseason experience showed in their first-round sweep of the Ottawa Senators in the NHL playoffs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sickness, cold killed nearly 30 sloths at a Florida import warehouse in 2024 and 2025</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sloth-world-imports-florida-deaths-k03467"/><id>urn:uuid:05e7d391-416c-4b69-8a4b-276f756b28ff</id><updated>2026-04-26T12:53:42.888-04:00</updated><summary>Disease and cold temperatures killed nearly 30 sloths at a Florida import warehouse in 2024 and 2025, according to a state report.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arsenal capitalizes on Lyon blunders to win 2-1 in Women's Champions League semifinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/arsenal-lyon-womens-champions-league-x29138"/><id>urn:uuid:de7ed80d-60f3-4eb5-bb46-b716920a5c42</id><updated>2026-04-26T12:47:43.000-04:00</updated><summary>Arsenal has benefited from two defensive blunders to rally for a 2-1 win over Lyon in the first leg of the Women's Champions League semifinals and keep on course to defend its title.</summary></entry><entry><title>VAR turns goal for Rayo Vallecano into penalty kick for Real Sociedad. Sevilla loses again</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/var-rayo-sociedad-la-liga-sevilla-villarreal-d03398"/><id>urn:uuid:ec974b71-dee2-46e3-8c9b-f71d60771330</id><updated>2026-04-26T12:36:20.398-04:00</updated><summary>Rayo Vallecano rallies late to draw 3-3 with Real Sociedad in a Spanish league match marked by a sudden turn of events after VAR erased a Rayo goal and awarded a penalty kick to Sociedad instead.</summary></entry><entry><title>With goals of Iran war unfulfilled, Netanyahu's government faces unhappy public as elections loom</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/netanyahu-trump-elections-ben-gvir-israel-iran-d17388"/><id>urn:uuid:495bf303-dfd7-4b66-b8c7-349a278ce63e</id><updated>2026-04-26T12:27:10.411-04:00</updated><summary>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sold a vision to Israelis as the country entered the war with Iran and invaded Lebanon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lee Zeldin 'escorted to safety' after foiled attack on White House Correspondents' gala</title><author><name>Laura Figueroa Hernandez</name><email>laura.figueroa@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/lee-zeldin-correspondents-dinner-jf6bcsrv"/><id>urn:uuid:5edaaa02-a24e-4b17-9c85-b06e28a8f972</id><updated>2026-04-26T12:14:23.634-04:00</updated><summary>The head of the EPA and former Long Island congressman was inside the ballroom with his wife when a man rushed security.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chelsea beats Leeds on Fernandez goal and sets up FA Cup final meeting with Man City</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/chelsea-leeds-fa-cup-semifinals-e86764"/><id>urn:uuid:18a4bcb4-e25a-43d6-b2b7-0a3dbc28d37a</id><updated>2026-04-26T12:13:12.730-04:00</updated><summary>Chelsea's season might be unraveling but it will still include an appearance in the FA Cup final.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chicago police officer killed in hospital shooting identified, second officer in critical condition</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hospital-shooting-chicago-police-bartholomew-q56846"/><id>urn:uuid:0354e5c0-b1d6-49fe-851a-2efec28585eb</id><updated>2026-04-26T11:43:24.109-04:00</updated><summary>A Chicago officer who was fatally shot by a man receiving treatment at a hospital while in police custody has been identified as 38-year-old John Bartholomew.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Michael' moonwalks to $97 million opening, shattering record for music biopics</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/michael-jackson-movie-box-office-t76366"/><id>urn:uuid:2a507c16-a2a7-4e08-9961-7d6fbd016b50</id><updated>2026-04-26T11:33:40.087-04:00</updated><summary>"Michael," the big-budget Michael Jackson spectacle, shrugged off bad reviews and a troubled production to launch with $97 million in U.S. and Canada theaters, according to studio estimates Sunday, shattering a record debut for music biopics.</summary></entry><entry><title>Italian soccer rocked by another refereeing scandal as head of referees Rocchi faces fraud probe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/referee-scandal-serie-a-italy-crisis-o79439"/><id>urn:uuid:e2cf4fa8-5d65-40f6-ba71-c8c4ab0686d1</id><updated>2026-04-26T11:24:17.627-04:00</updated><summary>Italian soccer is in crisis on and off the field, with another refereeing scandal emerging on the heels of the men's team's repeated failure to qualify for the World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wolves' Anthony Edwards has bone bruise in left knee and is likely to miss weeks, AP source says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/anthony-edwards-knee-timberwolves-nba-playoffs-p79053"/><id>urn:uuid:d5e993ed-be44-4c99-8f01-78eda6c98296</id><updated>2026-04-26T11:23:46.598-04:00</updated><summary>The left knee of Minnesota guard Anthony Edwards remained structurally intact when he was injured during Game 4 of his team's first-round playoff series, but he is likely to miss multiple weeks, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Two former Israeli prime ministers join forces against Netanyahu in upcoming elections</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/israel-politics-netanyahu-bennett-lapid-k74749"/><id>urn:uuid:e0540926-dead-4340-a377-0aa71371f878</id><updated>2026-04-26T10:15:01.063-04:00</updated><summary>Two Israeli political heavyweights say they will join forces in upcoming elections in an effort by their parties to unseat Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tillis says he's ready to move ahead with confirming Warsh as Trump's pick as Fed chair</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/tillis-powell-federal-reserve-warsh-justice-department-q74568"/><id>urn:uuid:68113e7c-8d9e-466c-b72a-cc46fd11ff0b</id><updated>2026-04-26T10:04:57.669-04:00</updated><summary>The Republican senator who had effectively blocked confirmation of President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve says he's dropping his opposition after the Department of Justice ended its investigation of the current central bank chair.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bernd Wiesberger rallies to win China Open for first European title since returning from LIV Golf</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/bernd-wiesberger-china-open-european-tour-b43546"/><id>urn:uuid:9f406eb6-8d7f-4b2e-b85d-55e567a863ff</id><updated>2026-04-26T09:51:29.853-04:00</updated><summary>Bernd Wiesberger is finally a winner again on the European tour.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wrexham's bid for promotion to the Premier League dented by loss to Coventry</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/wrexham-championship-coventry-reynolds-i14754"/><id>urn:uuid:790fb179-bc2d-4175-9f5b-68dd083bee24</id><updated>2026-04-26T09:45:06.285-04:00</updated><summary>Wrexham's unlikely bid to reach the Premier League has been dented by a 3-1 loss at Coventry in the second-tier Championship.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump calls for unity and bipartisan healing after another violent incident. But will it last?</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/trump-assassination-attempts-correspondents-dinner-butler-unity-x35241"/><id>urn:uuid:5b5e6360-6c11-4695-8607-246143868670</id><updated>2026-04-26T09:24:14.187-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is calling for unity after what he says he feels was a third assassination attempt.</summary></entry><entry><title>Inside the world's largest art heist when over $500M of paintings were stolen from a Boston museum</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/isabella-stewart-gardner-museum-art-heist-boston-b99319"/><id>urn:uuid:44a2b495-a3b5-4d5a-ae5c-e4580b252695</id><updated>2026-04-26T09:05:31.384-04:00</updated><summary>A former FBI agent is offering the first detailed account of how investigators identified the people believed to have carried out the 1990 Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum heist.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ohio GOP primary for governor shows potential headwinds for Ramaswamy as he looks to fall campaign</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/ohio-primary-governor-ramaswamy-putsch-acton-h31021"/><id>urn:uuid:8988fecf-643a-4bce-b580-2de506f0562e</id><updated>2026-04-26T09:02:18.363-04:00</updated><summary>Ohio's Republican primary for governor is a few weeks away, but there are few signs that the top candidate sees it as a competitive race.</summary></entry><entry><title>Massachusetts woman accused of killing her children amid custody dispute</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mother-children-killed-wellesley-massachusetts-d81554"/><id>urn:uuid:63c09893-c67f-4708-9981-50a3a4011c45</id><updated>2026-04-26T08:51:31.589-04:00</updated><summary>A Massachusetts woman who had been seeking custody of her two young children in a divorce is accused of killing them in their home.</summary></entry><entry><title>DC gala shooting suspect aired grievances against Trump in writings to family</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/white-house-correspondents-dinner-trump-gunman-r76303"/><id>urn:uuid:ee39028e-e5cc-4036-9278-226d86b8e281</id><updated>2026-04-26T08:04:03.658-04:00</updated><summary>The man accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner referred to himself as a "Friendly Federal Assassin" in writings sent to family members minutes before the shooting.</summary></entry><entry><title>Strikes in Ukraine and Russia kill at least 16 on Chernobyl anniversary</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-chernobyl-drones-nuclear-o78991"/><id>urn:uuid:efacb3dc-a8cc-42ac-b874-28c504470d44</id><updated>2026-04-26T07:54:12.891-04:00</updated><summary>Strikes across Ukraine, Russian-occupied territory and Russia have killed at least 16 people.</summary></entry><entry><title>Marathon milestone shattered: Sabastian Sawe breaks the fabled 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/marathon-record-sawe-london-under-two-hours-e92422"/><id>urn:uuid:557d6a8f-36d3-43e2-9f50-cacfa6f20b51</id><updated>2026-04-26T06:50:56.890-04:00</updated><summary>Sabastian Sawe of Kenya has become the first person to break the fabled 2-hour barrier in the marathon in a huge moment in sports history.</summary></entry><entry><title>Syria's first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/syria-trial-transitional-justice-assad-atef-najib-g19955"/><id>urn:uuid:5a0726bc-9bf7-440f-b338-c984730755b0</id><updated>2026-04-26T06:28:48.807-04:00</updated><summary>Syria has opened its first public trial of officials linked to former President Bashar Assad.</summary></entry><entry><title>Malian defense chief is killed as jihadis and rebels seize towns and military bases</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mali-attack-tuareg-separatists-jnim-g08127"/><id>urn:uuid:ceff9132-87ac-4afd-aa6b-c008e0627b20</id><updated>2026-04-26T06:14:30.615-04:00</updated><summary>Malian Minister of Defense Gen. Sadio Camara has been killed in an attack as jihadi and rebel forces seized towns and military bases across the West African country.</summary></entry><entry><title>Moonshot reinforces that we must protect our planet</title><author><name>Michael Dobie</name><email>Michael.Dobie1@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/columnists/michael-dobie/artemis-ii-earth-day-ayw2qazz"/><id>urn:uuid:6c7caa71-fc83-4100-92db-6d642dbc8f35</id><updated>2026-04-26T06:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Not only is Earth our home, it is our only home.</summary></entry><entry><title>Car bomb explodes outside Northern Ireland police station</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/northern-ireland-security-alert-bomb-g47259"/><id>urn:uuid:96a73ae5-754d-402e-b73f-fe65d2a1bf4d</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:26:37.383-04:00</updated><summary>Bombers have targeted a police station in Northern Ireland for the second time in less than a month.</summary></entry><entry><title>Anthony Jimenez, Nassau public servant and Vietnam veteran, dies at 74</title><author><name>Frank Lovece</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/obituaries/anthony-jimenez-obituary-englvcx4"/><id>urn:uuid:e48624b7-a28f-4376-898b-3f4503cc8a13</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>He served as a volunteer EMT, a court officer; a Glen Cove city councilmember, director of a Veterans Affairs Office, and as assistant commissioner of jurors.</summary></entry><entry><title>Thrive art district revitalizes Fort Lauderdale's urban landscape</title><author><name>TNS</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/thrive-art-district-fort-lauderdale-revitalization-yug417ff"/><id>urn:uuid:65ad8b46-bf50-48b0-9770-9e05b1924116</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Explore Thrive art district, Fort Lauderdale's cultural hub, featuring art studios, cafes, and events that attract locals and tourists alike.</summary></entry><entry><title>Riverhead debates mission of anti-bias task force after chairman's exit</title><author><name>Tara Smith</name><email>tara.smith@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/riverhead-anti-bias-task-force-r9tqqdou"/><id>urn:uuid:1b39ecee-726d-457e-9cf1-0cd7a67af2a3</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Some officials say the panel should focus on the community's response to federal immigration tactics.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island boys and girls lacrosse Stick Stars</title><author><name>Michael Sicoli</name><email>michael.sicoli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-lacrosse/boys-and-girls-lacrosse-b319zxhz"/><id>urn:uuid:5c647a75-7231-4ebb-8b37-cd946f5ec18d</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>These are outstanding performances on Nassau, Suffolk and CHSAA fields this week.</summary></entry><entry><title>Poconos-like Rocky Point house for sale on quarter-acre property</title><author><name>Rachel Weiss</name><email>rachel.weiss@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/rocky-point-for-sale-poconos-wjkdfa5t"/><id>urn:uuid:3affa672-1721-438a-a2e6-42bbfa3f45aa</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The Rocky Point house sits on a ¼-acre lot.</summary></entry><entry><title>How to go on a taco crawl in Brooklyn: 5 standout spots</title><author><name>Andi Berlin</name><email>andi.berlin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/greenpoint-brooklyn-taco-crawl-2026-rqrxfklw"/><id>urn:uuid:6962d6bc-4e82-4c6d-aaaa-82a260c488f6</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Head to lively Greenpoint, Brooklyn, for a culinary adventure that highlights regional Mexican delicacies.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL Draft: Tom Rock details why the Jets (and their next QB) are among the winners</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/tom-rock/nfl-draft-winners-losers-g0eo8b1o"/><id>urn:uuid:fc0e48e1-9d89-4b5a-a316-862aaad2ad54</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>There were plenty of losers, too, starting with the hometown Steelers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Knicks-Hawks series: What Karl-Anthony Towns &amp; Co. need to do to keep it going in Game 5</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-hawks-expectations-i3tmt3ls"/><id>urn:uuid:bd185bbf-819f-40d2-b930-f4d367fb112c</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>They played like a desperate team in Game 4 rout; now, can they keep same mentality at Garden?</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island baseball and softball's Diamond Stars</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra, Matt Lindsay and Christopher Matias</name><email>christopher.Matias@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/baseball/high-school-baseball-and-softball-pdxyh8js"/><id>urn:uuid:b34de622-8d7b-4398-b048-28804bb98a3c</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>These are outstanding performances on Nassau, Suffolk and CHSAA fields this week.</summary></entry><entry><title>How the Yankees helped pitcher Ryan Weathers make it home just in time for the birth of his son</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/ryan-weathers-yankees-a05wo2tn"/><id>urn:uuid:1e457907-828d-4740-9a02-d9c3ec5180c8</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Yankees executive director of team security, Mark Kafalas, sprung into action after Weathers' wife, Thayer, called with news that her water broke at 4:30 a.m. Wednesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Beach UPS driver Dean Lodge retires after 37 years</title><author><name>Alek Lewis</name><email>alek.lewis@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/ups-dean-lodge-retire-long-beach-pjefh9kw"/><id>urn:uuid:5001430b-938c-416a-99b8-d514b5e921bc</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>"I feel like my friend is retiring, not my UPS guy," one Long Beach resident said at Dean Lodge's retirement party Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Public transit in NYC: How Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to get New Yorkers to drive less</title><author><name>Matthew Chayes</name><email>matthew.chayes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/public-transit-nyc-mamdani-c3k8tm5m"/><id>urn:uuid:2a94836a-4897-4f90-bbdd-88bda54d478a</id><updated>2026-04-26T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>His administration has considered or adopted plans that could make it harder and costlier to drive in the five boroughs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Despite Russia's war, one Ukrainian city still gathers for midnight Chernobyl vigil</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/chernobyl-russia-ukraine-war-drone-vigil-slavutych-d46449"/><id>urn:uuid:ceaf6dc2-cd88-4785-b627-c24a36421040</id><updated>2026-04-26T02:49:01.774-04:00</updated><summary>Ukrainians gathered in the city of Slavutych to remember those affected by the Chernobyl nuclear disaster 40 years ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Pakistan says US-Iran mediation moving ahead after Trump holds back envoys</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-israel-us-lebanon-latest-april-26-2026-t25051"/><id>urn:uuid:289fb354-a4c3-4f7c-87f9-247c07be2a69</id><updated>2026-04-26T02:42:33.847-04:00</updated><summary>Pakistan's leaders are seeking to revive peace talks between the United States and Iran after President Donald Trump canceled plans for his top envoys to travel to Islamabad this weekend for negotiations.</summary></entry><entry><title>A growing amateur choir brings joy and community to hundreds in Serbia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/serbia-antistress-choir-joy-singing-t81933"/><id>urn:uuid:9a66269d-a556-48d5-8132-2dc2d10459d9</id><updated>2026-04-26T02:22:47.425-04:00</updated><summary>An amateur pop choir in Serbia is finding unexpected success across the country.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vikings go big on defense in the NFL draft, particularly up front</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-vikings-c53854"/><id>urn:uuid:e7cb4bf1-77ad-4bdd-a72a-455d5cd46dce</id><updated>2026-04-26T01:40:43.656-04:00</updated><summary>The Minnesota Vikings might not know for awhile whether the 2026 rookie class will get them back on track with productivity from the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-correspondents-dinner-shooter-cole-tomas-allen-v46957"/><id>urn:uuid:6060b452-c6d5-4691-acd4-d5f3ff2bd978</id><updated>2026-04-26T01:31:14.069-04:00</updated><summary>The California man arrested in the shooting incident at the media dinner in Washington is a highly educated tutor and amateur video game developer who's opposed to the policies of President Donald Trump.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ljungblom's shootout goal helps Victoire beat Torrent 2-1, secure No. 1 seed in Walter Cup playoffs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/victoire-torrent-score-c92329"/><id>urn:uuid:edf03157-1759-4131-a3ab-7cf0b5f9697e</id><updated>2026-04-26T01:24:11.678-04:00</updated><summary>Lina Ljungblom's shootout goal helped the Montreal Victoire beat the Seattle Torrent 2-1 in the final game of the regular season to secure the No. 1 seed in the Walter Cup playoffs for the second consecutive season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wave remains atop the NWSL standings with a 3-2 road win over the Summit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/wave-summit-dash-courage-stars-legacy-score-nwsl-g14053"/><id>urn:uuid:bdfc3966-73ba-49a1-9628-28966c55615c</id><updated>2026-04-26T01:14:41.672-04:00</updated><summary>The San Diego Wave scored three second-half goals for a 3-2 victory Saturday over the Denver Summit, spoiling the expansion club's debut at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in front of a sold-out crowd.</summary></entry><entry><title>White scores twice, Sabaly adds a goal and Whitecaps beat Rapids 3-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/rapids-whitecaps-score-j12114"/><id>urn:uuid:5b05d4f9-fa29-4022-9757-abdca4dccf0c</id><updated>2026-04-26T01:11:32.901-04:00</updated><summary>Brian White scored twice, including an 85th-minute goal, and the Vancouver Whitecaps beat the Colorado Rapids 3-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Here's what we know about security measures at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/white-house-correspondents-dinner-security-c13615"/><id>urn:uuid:d6f5bf17-3e07-4447-83e7-60890ace28b3</id><updated>2026-04-26T01:07:33.035-04:00</updated><summary>Officials say the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Association dinner shooting was believed to be a hotel guest.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jaden McDaniels angers the Nuggets again with a late layup that triggers shoving from Jokic</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-playoffs-nuggets-timberwolves-fight-g74289"/><id>urn:uuid:12013734-68bf-4871-9d34-dbcb61915f08</id><updated>2026-04-26T00:57:36.280-04:00</updated><summary>The Denver-Minnesota rivalry took another dramatic turn in the closing seconds of Game 4 when Nuggets star Nikola Jokic ran across the court to confront Jaden McDaniels after he took an uncontested layup with the Timberwolves on the way to victory with 2.1 seconds left.</summary></entry><entry><title>Morris and Ferreira score goals, Thomas has 5 saves as Sounders beat Dallas 2-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/dallas-sounders-score-c63311"/><id>urn:uuid:9a209e2c-ca52-45a4-b7e0-1f15e58eb7b0</id><updated>2026-04-26T00:43:00.201-04:00</updated><summary>Jordan Morris had a goal and an assist, Jesus Ferreira scored a goal, and the Seattle Sounders beat FC Dallas 2-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Philippine officials say 2 Americans among suspected communist rebels killed in clash with troops</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/communist-new-peoples-army-rebels-philippines-americans-o12624"/><id>urn:uuid:e1d89a15-0c61-4fc9-8690-83c3299da22e</id><updated>2026-04-26T00:35:02.065-04:00</updated><summary>Philippine officials say two Americans were among 19 suspected communist guerrillas, who were killed in clashes with Filipino troops in a central province a week ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran's top diplomat briefly returns to Pakistan but Trump says the sides can talk by phone</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/us-iran-war-hormuz-israel-pakistan-ceasefire-april-26-2026-n86770"/><id>urn:uuid:cf42b725-a5b5-4f58-a2b3-1af969e769e3</id><updated>2026-04-26T00:32:20.075-04:00</updated><summary>Iran's foreign minister has briefly visited Islamabad again as Pakistan's leaders work to restart ceasefire talks between Tehran and Washington.</summary></entry><entry><title>The threat of light pollution puts the world's darkest skies in the Atacama Desert at risk</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/chile-atacama-desert-dark-skies-obervatory-astronomy-space-u39685"/><id>urn:uuid:4a18edfb-b4cc-476e-b03d-aad15c13dad7</id><updated>2026-04-26T00:15:34.752-04:00</updated><summary>The Atacama Desert in Chile offers some of the clearest views of the universe, thanks to its dry climate, high altitude and isolation from light pollution.</summary></entry><entry><title>Getting the most out of barrier-free tours for yourself or someone with a disability</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/barrierfree-tours-tourism-accessibility-travel-a84753"/><id>urn:uuid:4af4361c-5814-46f0-bfc8-6e5af6c99aa9</id><updated>2026-04-26T00:05:50.936-04:00</updated><summary>Barriers to tourism for people living with disabilities can range from the obvious, such as an out-of-service elevator, to an outing that's too long or a setting that's too loud.</summary></entry><entry><title>Alex Bonetig scores 1st MLS goal in stoppage time, Timbers beat San Diego 2-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/timbers-san-diego-score-i57253"/><id>urn:uuid:38c6f10c-3b05-462c-88df-1b2af96c4857</id><updated>2026-04-26T00:04:39.840-04:00</updated><summary>Alex Bonetig scored his first goal in MLS in the sixth minute of stoppage time, Kevin Kelsy added a goal in the 27th minute, and the Portland Timbers beat San Diego FC 2-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>4 vying to be the next UN chief try to set themselves apart as race heats up</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/united-nations-secretary-general-candidates-v92057"/><id>urn:uuid:97409e10-8f63-44de-b704-10ffd6b5c0c8</id><updated>2026-04-26T00:01:57.297-04:00</updated><summary>Four candidates vying to lead the United Nations have spent hours being grilled about their views on issues from restoring global peace to ending escalating poverty.</summary></entry><entry><title>Explore hidden gem small towns in upstate New York</title><author><name>Barbara Schuler</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/ghent-delhi-little-falls-a4evgdv5"/><id>urn:uuid:877e30fe-31b3-4cdd-a2ad-a7e4da9ca312</id><updated>2026-04-26T00:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Explore Ghent, Delhi and Little Falls, three charming destinations offering nature trails, sculpture parks and more.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dosunmu scores 43 points as Timberwolves overcome injuries to beat Nuggets 112-96 for 3-1 lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nuggets-timberwolves-score-a52178"/><id>urn:uuid:20f398c9-8931-4c2a-a346-7ee2ccccda21</id><updated>2026-04-25T23:43:09.413-04:00</updated><summary>Ayo Dosunmu scored a career-high 43 points, stepping up after leg injuries to Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo with the highest-scoring playoff performance by a reserve in 50 years, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Denver Nuggets 112-96 on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bryce Harper leads Phillies past Braves 8-5 in 10 innings to stop 10-game losing streak</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/phillies-braves-score-harper-e07773"/><id>urn:uuid:a4ef0881-b67b-4228-8f09-529e6c6acd1e</id><updated>2026-04-25T23:33:44.553-04:00</updated><summary>Bryce Harper had four RBIs, including a tiebreaking single in the 10th inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies snapped their 10-game losing streak with an 8-5 win over the Atlanta Braves.</summary></entry><entry><title>Timo Werner's 2 goals help Earthquakes beat St. Louis 3-2, win 6th in a row</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/earthquakes-st-louis-score-d92882"/><id>urn:uuid:fd90314e-e98d-4617-a26b-c45c4327c30c</id><updated>2026-04-25T23:28:17.779-04:00</updated><summary>Timo Werner had two goals and an assist — his third consecutive game with multiple goal contributions — to help the San Jose Earthquakes beat St. Louis City 3-2 and extend their win streak to six games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Zinckernagel and Cuypers each score 2 goals, Fire beats slumping Sporting KC 5-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/sporting-kc-fire-score-j25303"/><id>urn:uuid:020bdbcf-fc17-4e76-8c04-63d68737669e</id><updated>2026-04-25T23:14:34.107-04:00</updated><summary>Philip Zinckernagel and Hugo Cuypers scored two goals apiece, Maren Haile-Selassie added a goal and an assist, and the Chicago Fire beat Sporting Kansas City 5-0 to extend their losing streak to five consecutive games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Surridge ties MLS-goal lead, Mukhtar and Qasem score as Nashville SC beats Charlotte FC 4-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/charlotte-nashville-score-n10210"/><id>urn:uuid:82d979b3-d33a-45b1-a3be-7083c421c932</id><updated>2026-04-25T23:13:15.749-04:00</updated><summary>Sam Surridge scored two goals, Hany Mukhtar and Ahmed Qasem each added a goal, and Nashville SC beat Charlotte FC 4-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Crosby and Letang strike as the Penguins stave off a sweep with a 4-2 Game 4 win over Flyers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/penguins-flyers-score-nhl-playoffs-r11682"/><id>urn:uuid:a62019b5-e2c7-47c3-beea-d223640c1d51</id><updated>2026-04-25T23:04:42.862-04:00</updated><summary>Sidney Crosby and Kris Letang each scored goals, helping the Penguins avoid a first-round series sweep with a 4-2 win over the Flyers in Game 4 on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nelson and Uzuni convert in first half as Austin FC blanks Houston Dynamo 2-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/dynamo-austin-score-d49109"/><id>urn:uuid:62bc057b-6e39-464e-a605-c0d4ea576524</id><updated>2026-04-25T23:02:11.722-04:00</updated><summary>Jayden Nelson scored in the 13th minute, and Myrto Uzuni added a goal in first-half stoppage time as Austin FC beat the Houston Dynamo 2-0.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dodgers score 6 runs in 4th to snap the Cubs' 10-game winning streak with 12-4 victory</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-dodgers-score-sasaki-q93269"/><id>urn:uuid:82ca8131-7e6b-45ec-aba7-69e2ed5c6f1b</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:58:51.900-04:00</updated><summary>Roki Sasaki earned his second major league victory as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to beat the Cubs 12-4.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cole Ragans strikes out 11 in 6 innings as Royals blow out Angels 12-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/angels-royals-score-ragans-g14874"/><id>urn:uuid:ddd775ff-c93a-46f0-a82b-589df0eec6fb</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:54:26.689-04:00</updated><summary>Cole Ragans struck out 11 in six sharp innings and Nick Loftin had a career-high four RBIs as the Kansas City Royals routed the Los Angeles Angels 12-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Packers emphasize defensive depth and create kicking competition while drafting only 6 players</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-packers-a96765"/><id>urn:uuid:5b3be2b3-3339-458a-a58b-ba123aa23e7a</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:53:34.166-04:00</updated><summary>Green Bay's confidence in its returning players was evident from the way the Packers approached this week's draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankees' Austin Wells hits go-ahead homer in 7th to beat Astros, club wins 8th straight</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-astros-gamer-dhvfohs7"/><id>urn:uuid:f6bdeca9-9a30-430c-ae46-9dab02ff057b</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:46:25.912-04:00</updated><summary>The winning streak matches their longest in a single season since June 2024.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chargers bet on the trenches, adding an edge rusher and a center-turned-guard in the draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/los-angeles-chargers-nfl-draft-2026-r09244"/><id>urn:uuid:a3412eca-dc06-4274-8789-3fbdfa3dbdeb</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:40:21.929-04:00</updated><summary>Jim Harbaugh understands the importance of the line of scrimmage, so it wasn't a surprise that the Los Angeles Chargers used NFL draft capital to bolster their defensive and offensive fronts.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jaques scores in OT to lift Goldeneyes past Frost 4-3 in regular-season finale</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/frost-goldeneyes-score-r70789"/><id>urn:uuid:18cb7f97-106f-4e2f-ade5-cfd0be458b87</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:39:47.022-04:00</updated><summary>Defenseman Sophie Jaques scored at 1:24 of overtime to give the expansion Vancouver Goldeneyes a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Frost on Saturday in the final regular-season game for both teams.</summary></entry><entry><title>Browns live up to expectations by bolstering offense during NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-browns-a57602"/><id>urn:uuid:30b9a948-5c1d-43c4-937b-8dd6088dcf81</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:31:17.799-04:00</updated><summary>Even though most of the frustration with the Cleveland Browns' offense has focused on the lack of a franchise quarterback, the unit has also been among the worst because of struggles at wide receiver and injuries along the offensive line.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sal Stewart's 3-run HR, 5 RBIs, help Reds beat Tigers 9-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/reds-tigers-score-m73880"/><id>urn:uuid:709ff42b-0e6e-4469-ba98-2449c80b7ebf</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:27:15.737-04:00</updated><summary>Sal Stewart hit a three-run home run and drove in five runs as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Detroit Tigers 9-2 on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Reynolds, Gonzales help the Pirates outlast the Brewers, 6-3 in 10 innings</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/brewers-pirates-score-s68881"/><id>urn:uuid:4a892e2d-a21a-4df6-865d-51ca34b48df3</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:23:05.932-04:00</updated><summary>Bryan Reynolds had a go-ahead single in the 10th, Nick Gonzales followed with a two-run single and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Milwaukee Brewers 6-3 on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steelers use 7 of 10 draft picks on offense as they wait for Rodgers to decide on return</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/pittsburgh-steelers-nfl-draft-2026-r59832"/><id>urn:uuid:c4156724-392f-4f95-9df4-d629747470ca</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:22:37.339-04:00</updated><summary>The Pittsburgh Steelers still don't know if quarterback Aaron Rodgers will return for his 22nd season in 2026.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kévin Denkey scores twice to back Roman Celantano as Cincinnati shuts out Red Bulls 2-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/new-york-red-bulls-fc-cincinnati-score-mls-q44445"/><id>urn:uuid:c41f69fe-c6a6-4ce4-8881-25ca097507eb</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:19:12.256-04:00</updated><summary>Kévin Denkey scored twice in the first half to back Roman Celantano and FC Cincinnati blanked the New York Red Bulls 2-0.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bengals able to address pass rush while adding depth in other areas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-bengals-w20630"/><id>urn:uuid:b84e0920-ddfa-44fb-9576-056b286957b1</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:12:32.591-04:00</updated><summary>Duke Tobin's biggest draft move didn't happen while the Cincinnati Bengals were on the clock.</summary></entry><entry><title>Timberwolves lose Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo to leg injuries in Game 4 against Nuggets</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/timberwolves-edwards-divincenzo-injured-h61345"/><id>urn:uuid:1f289c1e-9f44-4aed-ac71-9e060de05fa4</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:08:24.603-04:00</updated><summary>Donte DiVincenzo's season ends with an Achilles tendon injury, while Anthony Edwards' knee injury remains unclear.</summary></entry><entry><title>High school roundup: Softball, baseball and boys and girls lacrosse</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/high-school-roundup-gsu8jy6q"/><id>urn:uuid:09001a3e-2539-4d16-bcbe-fd0389f04a81</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:06:58.887-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of Long Island high school sporting events.</summary></entry><entry><title>Phillies ace Zack Wheeler returns strong in 2026 debut vs Braves after surgery</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/phillies-zack-wheeler-return-injury-w61056"/><id>urn:uuid:0a866418-1e6d-4a38-b678-0dd8b6042859</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:04:14.867-04:00</updated><summary>The Philadelphia Phillies had two things to celebrate Saturday — ace Zack Wheeler threw five strong innings in his season debut and they snapped their 10-game losing streak with an 8-5 10-inning win over the Braves.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colts follow draft plan by getting faster in the midst of defensive overhaul</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-colts-h98763"/><id>urn:uuid:f2fa713d-4d81-433e-9a3e-bbfc45e7b33a</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:02:29.033-04:00</updated><summary>Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard made it clear in January he was going to make the defense younger and faster.</summary></entry><entry><title>Super Bowl champion Seahawks bolster defense and address holes with 8 draft picks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/seattle-seahawks-nfl-draft-2026-e77172"/><id>urn:uuid:87bb568d-d9e9-405a-b3fb-ede6b4964655</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:02:14.161-04:00</updated><summary>Instead of moving back with their first pick in the NFL draft, the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks elected to fill their most pressing need.</summary></entry><entry><title>Max Arfsten's goal, Patrick Schulte's 3 saves help Crew beat Union 2-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/union-crew-score-k54317"/><id>urn:uuid:31223bd6-f3a6-4214-b911-2d23cac70727</id><updated>2026-04-25T22:00:36.823-04:00</updated><summary>Max Arfsten scored in the fourth minute, Patrick Schulte had three saves, and the Columbus Crew beat the Philadelphia Union 2-0.</summary></entry><entry><title>Louis Munteanu, Kye Rowles both score late to rally D.C. United to 3-2 victory over Orlando City</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/orlando-city-dc-united-score-mls-l93382"/><id>urn:uuid:8c22f5c2-25e4-4b6f-9f23-8639175781b2</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:59:31.025-04:00</updated><summary>Louis Munteanu scored his first career goal late in the second half to tie it, and Kye Rowles followed with his first goal for the winner as D.C. United rallied to beat Orlando City 3-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>A small plane crash near Minneapolis kills North Dakota state legislator and the pilot</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/minneapolis-plane-crash-north-dakota-lawmaker-u09103"/><id>urn:uuid:75ded9fa-8dcf-4aa0-b1a0-dd93c17be63b</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:58:20.530-04:00</updated><summary>A small plane crash near Minneapolis on Saturday has killed North Dakota state legislator Liz Conmy and the pilot.</summary></entry><entry><title>Messi and Inter Miami settle for another home tie, this one a 1-1 draw against New England</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/messi-inter-miami-revolution-score-x79708"/><id>urn:uuid:e77558db-5e92-436d-8836-35a7b32396b8</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:44:41.198-04:00</updated><summary>Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are still waiting for their first win in their new home.</summary></entry><entry><title>A 'hot pick' at No. 257: How the Broncos made Red Murdock this year's Mr. Irrelevant</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-denver-broncos-mr-irrelevant-l46918"/><id>urn:uuid:2c7e4ff5-773f-4ff2-964a-b052bb61a7d0</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:31:04.355-04:00</updated><summary>University of Buffalo linebacker Red Murdock is this year's "Mr_ Irrelevant."</summary></entry><entry><title>Padres rally past Diamondbacks 6-4 in Mexico City as Miller sets club record for scoreless streak</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/padres-diamondbacks-score-miller-n22152"/><id>urn:uuid:ea873f49-df14-439a-bb15-d3bd267a0483</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:28:45.016-04:00</updated><summary>Ty France homered twice and Gavin Sheets hit a two-run single during a four-run seventh inning as the San Diego Padres rallied past the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-4 in Mexico City.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Trump uninjured after security incident at White House Correspondents' dinner</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/white-house-correspondents-dinner-trump-first-amendment-l14077"/><id>urn:uuid:a6ac4463-371c-42f8-8e0b-0e93d5a1e8de</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:24:27.953-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump was uninjured and other top White House officials were evacuated from an annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association after an unspecified threat.</summary></entry><entry><title>Broncos are content with their stacked roster as evidenced by a subdued NFL draft class</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/denver-broncos-nfl-draft-2026-o54684"/><id>urn:uuid:64f963aa-9ed8-4760-844c-1762ec16f410</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:21:48.875-04:00</updated><summary>The Denver Broncos have taken a strategic approach this offseason.</summary></entry><entry><title>Adding receiver DJ Moore in trade allows Bills to focus on defensive needs in NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-bills-r21575"/><id>urn:uuid:1658ae6a-3eb2-4bb6-a5b3-f4981fcbc773</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:18:32.593-04:00</updated><summary>Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane is on firmer ground defending his approach to the NFL draft this weekend, a year after facing criticism for failing to upgrade the team's receiver position.</summary></entry><entry><title>Raiders' 2026 draft will be defined by how Fernando Mendoza performs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/las-vegas-raiders-nfl-draft-2026-p81398"/><id>urn:uuid:07f05a8c-4aad-4eda-a710-7cc5af1a09e3</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:12:06.580-04:00</updated><summary>This week for the Las Vegas Raiders will be mostly known as the Fernando Mendoza draft after he was taken first overall on Thursday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Boston Red Sox fire manager Alex Cora and 5 coaches</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-alex-cora-fired-uzj2a7yo"/><id>urn:uuid:1768386e-6646-4608-a658-0141a63977ed</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:10:36.863-04:00</updated><summary>The Boston Red Sox have fired manager Alex Cora, who led them to the 2018 World Series championship.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chicago Bears provide Caleb Williams with weapons in draft but struggling pass rush gets little help</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/chicago-bears-nfl-draft-2026-e41026"/><id>urn:uuid:ef834be4-bb18-4ca8-b056-b8f977acf50f</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:09:39.428-04:00</updated><summary>It's a good thing Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson is regarded as one of the NFL's elite offensive minds.</summary></entry><entry><title>Flau'jae Johnson eager to get going in her WNBA career with Seattle after trade from Valkyries</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/storm-valkyries-johnson-a21778"/><id>urn:uuid:dfd8c75a-b20c-47d2-a9d3-93033a46f6bc</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:04:19.935-04:00</updated><summary>Flau'jae Johnson considers one of her talents to be adapting to anything that comes her way, so being traded from Golden State to Seattle on draft night hardly threw off her rhythm during a whirlwind couple of weeks as she begins her professional career.</summary></entry><entry><title>AP Was There: Early Chernobyl victims buried in Moscow cemetery</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ap-was-there-chernobyl-graves-anniversary-i29936"/><id>urn:uuid:3d77232c-b563-4a39-a831-640f1c1c13d9</id><updated>2026-04-25T21:03:46.633-04:00</updated><summary>In the weeks after the April 26, 1986, explosion and fire at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, it was difficult to get any information about the scope of the disaster, aside from terse announcements from the government of the Soviet Union.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ravens addressed the trenches but didn't draft an obvious replacement for Linderbaum at center</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/baltimore-ravens-draft-h00797"/><id>urn:uuid:906dd450-a80f-4f85-a976-e269476be01e</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:59:33.703-04:00</updated><summary>Baltimore took guard Vega Ioane of Penn State with the 14th pick in the draft in an effort to shore up the middle of its offensive line.</summary></entry><entry><title>Northport lacrosse community honors memory of Louis J. Acompora at annual jamboree</title><author><name>Michael Sicoli</name><email>michael.sicoli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-lacrosse/northport-lacrosse-louis-j-acompora-k393xver"/><id>urn:uuid:1e48a6a1-e649-4049-a241-9426a43aad0a</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:58:22.907-04:00</updated><summary>The boys beat Middle Country and the girls squeaked by Connecticut's Wilton in a thriller on a day that transcended the scoreboard.</summary></entry><entry><title>Knicks rout Hawks in Game 4 behind Karl-Anthony Towns' triple-double, series heads back to MSG tied 2-2</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-hawks-eo6ooeik"/><id>urn:uuid:108cd557-3b80-41f3-9033-385e93dcd066</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:54:57.560-04:00</updated><summary>Karl-Anthony Towns became the fourth Knick in playoff history to record a triple-double and helped his team tie the series at 2-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Titans go for positions of need in NFL draft, rebuilding roster for new coach</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/tennessee-titans-nfl-draft-o40270"/><id>urn:uuid:a600c5ef-e43f-47ea-9509-0f46a8d72876</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:48:30.520-04:00</updated><summary>Talking about drafting the best player available sounds good.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Plainedge football star Dan Villari signs with Rams as undrafted free agent</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/dan-villari-rams-plainedge-udcqxeak"/><id>urn:uuid:a2e3e3ec-64cf-45e2-8fb9-f2df15475370</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:42:11.761-04:00</updated><summary>Dan Villari won the Thorp Award and was the Long Island championship-winning quarterback at Plainedge High School in 2019.</summary></entry><entry><title>With Mike Vrabel absent for counseling, Patriots pick 6 players on final day of NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/new-england-patriots-nfl-draft-2026-t78694"/><id>urn:uuid:241bc46b-0ebf-4462-b3ad-09622c816fbd</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:41:24.829-04:00</updated><summary>New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel has fulfilled his pledge to be away from the team's draft room on Saturday for what he said was to begin counseling.</summary></entry><entry><title>Humbled Brian Snitker inducted into the Braves Hall of Fame</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/brian-snitker-braves-hall-of-fame-o17158"/><id>urn:uuid:c629d377-6165-4ac8-938d-2294c62cc069</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:40:20.481-04:00</updated><summary>Brian Snitker reflects on his induction into the Braves Hall of Fame.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chaminade tops Manhasset in 'Lacrosse Day for Heroes' honoring Sgt. James J. Regan</title><author><name>Brian Heyman</name><email>brian.heyman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-lacrosse/high-school-lacrosse-kobajr6z"/><id>urn:uuid:e4101dbe-6f4e-4a3e-9a8e-461dbdfb581a</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:38:45.006-04:00</updated><summary>"It's huge," said Jim Regan, Jimmy's dad, who had the idea for the game and was on hand. "It's for the legacy of Jimmy."</summary></entry><entry><title>Rams know they're ready to contend, so they make just 5 draft picks with eyes on long-term future</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/rams-nfl-draft-ty-simpson-s72822"/><id>urn:uuid:a2939e14-d690-4bf9-a07d-4b9d2da6e896</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:33:53.030-04:00</updated><summary>Although the Los Angeles Rams are squarely in a window for championship contention, they were focused primarily on the long-term future at this NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dolphins' new coach and GM bet big on toughness in the NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/miami-dolphins-nfl-draft-2026-c81750"/><id>urn:uuid:5467aa64-3e65-4d6f-8469-aec167b2398d</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:32:34.587-04:00</updated><summary>Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and coach Jeff Hafley voiced their goals very clearly weeks ago of rebuilding the franchise around toughness and physicality.</summary></entry><entry><title>Boldy's deflection late in 1st OT lifts Wild past Stars 3-2 to tie series at 2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-stars-wild-game-4-score-j65821"/><id>urn:uuid:025fb179-a324-4c23-949d-5b48fc0723a7</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:27:44.646-04:00</updated><summary>Matt Boldy scored on a deflection with 28.9 seconds left in the first overtime and the Minnesota Wild beat the Dallas Stars 3-2 on Saturday in Game 4 to tie the first-round NHL playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saints' draft gives young QB Tyler Shough some skill players in the passing game</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/saints-nfl-draft-l13843"/><id>urn:uuid:2ccb8844-0e8e-4b99-b951-b4b39f6a7e8e</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:24:19.955-04:00</updated><summary>The New Orleans Saints spent the early part of their 2026 draft providing young quarterback Tyler Shough some skill players in the passing game with which to grow.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dodgers honor Rick Monday's dramatic 1976 flag rescue on its 50th anniversary</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/rick-monday-saves-us-flag-y20673"/><id>urn:uuid:bc4e943b-2318-4620-b57b-3094eeaf03e9</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:13:24.519-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Dodgers marked the 50th anniversary of Rick Monday rescuing the American flag from being burned during a 1976 game against the Chicago Cubs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hopeful Buccaneers look to first-round draft pick Rueben Bain Jr. to restore "no-losing mentality"</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/buccaneers-nfl-draft-bain-u05840"/><id>urn:uuid:71216f61-2744-4589-9fe4-005aa5bca0a6</id><updated>2026-04-25T20:06:43.409-04:00</updated><summary>The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are counting on first-round draft pick Rueben Bain Jr. to make a significant difference in their defense.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texans fortify the trenches, taking Rutledge in Round 1 and McDonald in second round of NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/houston-texans-nfl-draft-j33811"/><id>urn:uuid:0740d59c-0d73-41f0-baf6-f91a14f13d44</id><updated>2026-04-25T19:52:43.585-04:00</updated><summary>The Houston Texans addressed their biggest needs in this year's NFL draft by shoring up their interior offensive and defensive lines with their top picks.</summary></entry><entry><title>A day later, Falcons cornerback duo of brothers Avieon and A.J. Terrell can't stop hugging</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/atlanta-falcons-nfl-draft-2026-n49934"/><id>urn:uuid:699ac255-ae33-4436-8540-04fbbc8b9b62</id><updated>2026-04-25T19:40:55.220-04:00</updated><summary>Avieon Terrell and his older brother A.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suns' Booker hurts ankle after tripping over Dort's foot, says he doesn't know if it was on purpose</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/suns-booker-ankle-injury-o52507"/><id>urn:uuid:ca8195a7-a602-457a-bb5b-c873790f7afe</id><updated>2026-04-25T19:39:09.148-04:00</updated><summary>Devin Booker briefly left the Phoenix Suns' Game 3 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday because of a left ankle injury he sustained after tripping over Lu Dort's foot.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nasim Nunez drives in 4, Washington Nationals beat the Chicago White Sox 6-3 in 10 innings</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/nationals-white-sox-score-j45144"/><id>urn:uuid:5944206d-f9f7-4776-a2d4-e29f565d620f</id><updated>2026-04-25T19:29:44.604-04:00</updated><summary>Nasim Nunez drove in four runs, including two in the top of the 10th inning, as the Washington Nationals beat the Chicago White Sox 6-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>Evan Barnes: Giants coach John Harbaugh got what he wanted in draft — big, physical players</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-nfl-draft-john-harbaugh-qh1qdjlh"/><id>urn:uuid:2088819d-9087-46fb-b363-17b9880e608a</id><updated>2026-04-25T19:27:34.279-04:00</updated><summary>There's much to be excited about, leading with Arvell Reese and Francis Mauigoa.</summary></entry><entry><title>It looks like another successful 'Howie Season' in Philly after Eagles land Greenard and draft Lemon</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/philadelphia-eagles-nfl-draft-2026-c62109"/><id>urn:uuid:2174472b-c1e6-4222-9ced-a695f1508a0c</id><updated>2026-04-25T19:25:40.894-04:00</updated><summary>The Eagles look like winners after this year's NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Schmidt, Gilbert and Ramos hit home runs as the Giants beat the Marlins 6-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/giants-marlins-score-g69859"/><id>urn:uuid:fe0d4797-2381-4dae-9ff4-61e8c7e54c15</id><updated>2026-04-25T19:23:01.973-04:00</updated><summary>Casey Schmidt hit a two-run homer, Drew Gilbert and Heliot Ramos added solo shots and the San Francisco Giants beat the Miami Marlins 6-2 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lions GM Brad Holmes says frustration over last season fueled an intense draft process</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/detroit-lions-nfl-draft-2026-d12531"/><id>urn:uuid:638a23e2-a021-4162-95e2-6eca2b2e305e</id><updated>2026-04-25T19:14:42.250-04:00</updated><summary>Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes says his frustration over missing the playoffs last year fueled an intense draft process.</summary></entry><entry><title>Erik Boland: Once again, Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton must deal with an injury</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/erik-boland/giancarlo-stanton-yankees-vlaj8t2c"/><id>urn:uuid:91f74a67-8edd-452a-af25-3d57992ff1d6</id><updated>2026-04-25T19:10:40.249-04:00</updated><summary>The 36-year-old DH is sidelined with calf tightness, the severity of which isn't yet clear.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Martinez, Hugo Lloris help LAFC end Minnesota United's winning streak with 1-0 victory</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/los-angeles-fc-minnesota-united-score-mls-n59068"/><id>urn:uuid:bf8d57da-6e54-42cf-ab5b-24073e193f65</id><updated>2026-04-25T19:01:52.013-04:00</updated><summary>David Martinez scored early in the first half and that was all Hugo Lloris needed as Los Angeles FC ended Minnesota United's four-match winning streak with a 1-0 victory on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>From Sonny Styles on, Commanders emphasize versatility in the draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-washington-commanders-d01484"/><id>urn:uuid:bc8769a9-fbd1-4d68-bb58-a8bb26ff3619</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:59:52.568-04:00</updated><summary>Being active in free agency allowed the Washington Commanders to prioritize versatility in the NFL draft, even coming off a 5-12 season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nelly Korda slows her torrid pace and settles for 5-shot lead in Chevron Championship</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/nelly-korda-chevron-championship-houston-lpga-major-b53226"/><id>urn:uuid:42ac79e4-bccd-4040-9cda-98524467dc45</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:58:10.076-04:00</updated><summary>Nelly Korda has a five-shot lead at The Chevron Championship as she goes for her third major title.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chiefs shore up defense early in draft, give Patrick Mahomes some offensive help in later rounds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/kansas-city-chiefs-nfl-draft-d64494"/><id>urn:uuid:1f184f9b-9657-4111-84df-5fcb70575a77</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:56:17.634-04:00</updated><summary>The Kansas City Chiefs focused on defense in the NFL draft this week, using their first four picks on that side of the ball.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jerry Jones says Cowboys have 'changed this defense' as NFL draft focuses on beleaguered unit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-cowboys-jerry-jones-l47958"/><id>urn:uuid:6ab545aa-98d5-4d9a-9745-947b11b88506</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:55:45.274-04:00</updated><summary>Jerry Jones says the Dallas Cowboys have "changed this defense" after the NFL draft focused on that beleaguered unit.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jaguars double up on tight ends in NFL draft in hopes of using more heavy sets in 2026 season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jaguars-nfl-draft-l38627"/><id>urn:uuid:0c9d18ae-2db9-44a6-8b00-3ef90205eaad</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:55:31.338-04:00</updated><summary>The Jacksonville Jaguars doubled up on tight ends and landed two very different players in the NFL draft: a bruising blocker and a bigger guy with some moves.</summary></entry><entry><title>3 arrested in connection with a Rocky Point jewelry store robbery</title><author><name>Tara Smith</name><email>tara.smith@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/robbery-suffolk-jewelry-rocky-point-joobusb0"/><id>urn:uuid:49429cab-f889-418b-89aa-44283674fa80</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:54:47.036-04:00</updated><summary>Police said three people stole three gold chains from R&amp;S Diamond Exchange on Route 25A at around 2 p.m. Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fitzpatrick brothers post a tournament-record 57 and take a 4-shot lead in the Zurich Classic</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/pga-tour-zurich-classic-matt-fitzpatrick-alex-q70360"/><id>urn:uuid:a504df04-7e89-4f40-a61d-c10bd4a1fae8</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:50:00.203-04:00</updated><summary>Matt Fitzpatrick and his younger brother Alex have a four-shot lead through 54 holes at the Zurich Classic.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shane McClanahan wins at Tropicana Field for 1st time in nearly 3 years as Rays beat Twins 6-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/twins-rays-score-m68132"/><id>urn:uuid:1c99e1f1-2ef6-4c4e-a1f6-784588ce4c25</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:47:17.990-04:00</updated><summary>It took Shane McClanahan nearly three years to win at Tropicana Field again.</summary></entry><entry><title>The 49ers pleased with draft class that includes several players picked earlier than projections</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-49ers-u38613"/><id>urn:uuid:e0ff53ca-1f85-40a4-b360-c094707d7b56</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:40:52.408-04:00</updated><summary>The NFL draft for the San Francisco 49ers followed a somewhat familiar pattern.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giants coach John Harbaugh, WR Odell Beckham Jr. will speak about plans going forward this week</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-john-harbaugh-odell-beckham-vre3hpop"/><id>urn:uuid:5efa1fb8-c657-45ea-a2b7-2a727112e904</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:22:15.024-04:00</updated><summary>"I think if we do anything, it has to make sense for the Giants. Has to make sense for him," John Harbaugh said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sunday's NBA matchups: Spurs-Trail Blazers, Celtics-76ers, Lakers-Rockets, Cavaliers-Raptors</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/blazers-spurs-cavaliers-raptors-lakers-rockets-celtics-76ers-b05830"/><id>urn:uuid:04c2729d-e380-4f35-9d4b-d66a0fbc5239</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:20:19.123-04:00</updated><summary>With Victor Wembanyama absent because of a concussion, the San Antonio Spurs' young players stepped up for a 120-108 victory over the Trail Blazers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Al Iannazzone: Jets' four picks in first and second rounds have common trait — they're playmakers</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/al-iannazzone/jets-nfl-draft-aaron-glenn-cutmw5dg"/><id>urn:uuid:8a75ef2f-4784-4ff7-94ef-da5eaf4480f8</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:18:58.588-04:00</updated><summary>Aaron Glenn hopes that Edge David Bailey, TE Kenyon Sadiq, WR Omar Cooper Jr. and CB D'Angelo Ponds bring positive change to Jets.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gilgeous-Alexander scores 42, Thunder beat Suns 121-109 to take a 3-0 series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/thunder-suns-score-h26985"/><id>urn:uuid:6905c991-a708-4cff-a9de-aaf3f4a6cc2c</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:08:10.293-04:00</updated><summary>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points in a brilliant shooting performance, Ajay Mitchell added 15 in place of the injured Jalen Williams and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Phoenix Suns 121-109 on Saturday to take a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Panthers go big in the NFL draft as they look to build on their NFC South title</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/carolina-panthers-nfl-draft-2026-l34113"/><id>urn:uuid:2d2121be-4473-4d5a-94e1-e660fac5e7ab</id><updated>2026-04-25T18:07:26.394-04:00</updated><summary>Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan focused on size in his third NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Okamoto homers for second straight game, drives in two as Blue Jays beat Guardians 5-3</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/guardians-blue-jays-score-m57957"/><id>urn:uuid:ee57fc1f-4431-497a-a369-83bcdab25b8a</id><updated>2026-04-25T17:51:57.958-04:00</updated><summary>Kazuma Okamoto homered for the second straight game, Andrés Giménez hit a two-run single and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Cleveland Guardians 5-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mariners outlast Cardinals 11-9 in game that featured 8 home runs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-cardinals-score-q83823"/><id>urn:uuid:6035596e-9874-4d8a-9c4c-816d45336691</id><updated>2026-04-25T17:45:57.404-04:00</updated><summary>Julio Rodríguez, Will Wilson and Cole Young each homered, and Leo Rivas hit a two-run single in the ninth to help the Seattle Mariners beat the St. Louis Cardinals 11-9.</summary></entry><entry><title>Woman crashes SUV into Elmont CVS wall, but causes no injuries</title><author><name>Tara Smith</name><email>tara.smith@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/elmont-hempstead-vn3znk24"/><id>urn:uuid:ba98735e-c718-4c7c-85e3-223300f44c15</id><updated>2026-04-25T17:23:44.183-04:00</updated><summary>Police said the driver stepped on the gas pedal rather than on the brake.</summary></entry><entry><title>Charge earn final playoff spot with 3-0 victory over Sceptres</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/charge-sceptres-score-x77342"/><id>urn:uuid:69314a85-cc0d-4cd7-a6dd-8cfa3c00413e</id><updated>2026-04-25T17:12:56.902-04:00</updated><summary>Gwyneth Philips stopped 41 shots as the Ottawa Charge defeated the Toronto Sceptres 3-0 on Saturday to capture the final Professional Women's Hockey League playoff berth.</summary></entry><entry><title>Magic, tested all season, find a way in final moments to beat Pistons for 2-1 series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/magic-nba-playoffs-2026-c68017"/><id>urn:uuid:09138eda-ba3f-4a52-aa9b-9a132d6461a4</id><updated>2026-04-25T17:02:08.065-04:00</updated><summary>The Orlando Magic tend not to do things the easy way.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas A&amp;M-Texarkana runner dies after collapsing during competition in New Orleans</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/amtexarkana-runner-dies-u36678"/><id>urn:uuid:09521210-b2bb-41ce-8946-0a2ed48f5481</id><updated>2026-04-25T16:54:59.167-04:00</updated><summary>Texas A&amp;M-Texarkana says a long-distance runner has died after collapsing during a competition in New Orleans.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prince Owusu, Thomas Gillier guide Montreal to 1-0 victory over reeling NYCFC</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/new-york-city-fc-cf-montreal-score-mls-s70801"/><id>urn:uuid:9ed58632-92e8-4c5d-8be8-5eddb9c9fe36</id><updated>2026-04-25T16:53:17.237-04:00</updated><summary>Prince Owusu scored an early goal for CF Montreal and Thomas Gillier made it stand up for a 1-0 victory over New York City FC, extending the club's winless streak to six.</summary></entry><entry><title>Massapequa softball's Sienna Erker hits three home runs in victory over Miller Place</title><author><name>Christopher Matias</name><email>christopher.matias@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/softball/massapequa-miller-place-softball-yvxemibn"/><id>urn:uuid:2d84c551-ab52-47f6-b697-99350db6bc17</id><updated>2026-04-25T16:41:15.264-04:00</updated><summary>Erker's home runs were the first three of her varsity career</summary></entry><entry><title>Panama thanks Cuba for releasing 3 of its citizens as 7 others remain detained</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/panama-released-cuba-propaganda-u10044"/><id>urn:uuid:9d86b6ae-2e35-48be-ba73-5fd02883c734</id><updated>2026-04-25T16:20:37.143-04:00</updated><summary>Panama's government says Cuba has released three of 10 of its citizens detained on the island earlier this year and accused of fabricating subversive propaganda.</summary></entry><entry><title>Reds place Eugenio Suárez on 10-day injured list with oblique strain</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/reds-eugenio-suarez-d38919"/><id>urn:uuid:6c27d928-6180-451a-987d-1232065ba7f6</id><updated>2026-04-25T16:13:00.164-04:00</updated><summary>The Cincinnati Reds have placed designated hitter Eugenio Suárez on the 10-day injured list with a mild left oblique strain.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tearful Heidenheim forward Eren Dinkçi dedicates goal to girlfriend with leukemia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/heidenheim-cancer-dinkci-girlfriend-j09624"/><id>urn:uuid:cb1c9913-5daf-4533-8a3e-9aa41c4b41fb</id><updated>2026-04-25T16:09:15.532-04:00</updated><summary>Heidenheim goalscorer Eren Dinkçi has dedicated his recent goal to his girlfriend who has leukemia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Banchero and Bane each score 25, Magic waste big lead but rally to top Pistons 113-105 for 2-1 lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/pistons-magic-score-nba-playoffs-p15684"/><id>urn:uuid:b426d6dd-2491-44d7-ba54-2bc5639af41b</id><updated>2026-04-25T16:08:47.685-04:00</updated><summary>Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane each scored 25 points, and the Orlando Magic blew a 17-point fourth-quarter lead before rallying to beat the Detroit Pistons 113-105 for a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colorado Avalanche enter Game 4 with a chance to close out the Los Angeles Kings</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-avalanche-kings-sabres-bruins-canadiens-x35961"/><id>urn:uuid:1461e206-e2a8-48b1-9d08-32351f29c424</id><updated>2026-04-25T16:04:44.584-04:00</updated><summary>The Colorado Avalanche have a chance to close out the Los Angeles Kings in Game 4 of their NHL playoff series on Sunday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mexico says 2 US federal agents who died were not authorized to participate in any local operation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mexico-cia-agents-crash-authorized-us-n33100"/><id>urn:uuid:25f7ce25-d787-416c-8d71-e99863b040df</id><updated>2026-04-25T15:55:08.192-04:00</updated><summary>Mexico's government says that two U.S. federal agents recently killed in a car crash in the country's northern region were not authorized to participate in operations in Mexico.</summary></entry><entry><title>New CEO Steve O'Donnell vows to unite NASCAR and return the fun</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/nascar-leadership-changes-jim-france-steve-odonnell-m04755"/><id>urn:uuid:64cab44b-c338-47cc-93ce-9158fa1ae63d</id><updated>2026-04-25T15:53:33.535-04:00</updated><summary>Steve O'Donnell wants to bring some fun back to NASCAR.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dirk Kempthorne, former Idaho governor and US Interior secretary, dies at 74</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/idaho-kempthorne-interior-endangered-species-y38675"/><id>urn:uuid:28f487e1-27be-44c5-8346-a5357bf19e24</id><updated>2026-04-25T15:42:12.924-04:00</updated><summary>Former Idaho Gov. and U.S. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne has died at age 74.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL Draft: Jets' first-round pick Kenyon Sadiq thought he was receiving a prank call</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/kenyon-sadiq-nfl-draft-prank-call-d20prrxd"/><id>urn:uuid:dd7b47da-8c5c-49d7-9ef9-1c0d9b864e87</id><updated>2026-04-25T15:39:57.861-04:00</updated><summary>The tight end and No. 16 overall pick told Aaron Glenn, "I was thinking this was a prank call for a second."</summary></entry><entry><title>Brentwood SEPTA's Walking Into Acceptance expo brings resources, community to those with autism</title><author><name>Joe Werkmeister</name><email>joe.werkmeister@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/autism-awareness-septa-brentwood-lpj0p4c9"/><id>urn:uuid:95010624-4053-4c3d-a74f-a5778bff40dc</id><updated>2026-04-25T15:38:57.205-04:00</updated><summary>Brentwood SEPTA's Walking Into Acceptance expo included raffles, vendors, a walk through the halls of the high school and more.</summary></entry><entry><title>PSG surges 6 points clear after beating Angers despite a late red card</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/psg-lyon-ligue1-k32441"/><id>urn:uuid:958240b4-76ad-45d5-acc9-5691cfb7caa0</id><updated>2026-04-25T15:30:44.113-04:00</updated><summary>Paris Saint-Germain has boosted its hopes of retaining the Ligue 1 title after a 3-0 win at Angers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Alexey Miranchuk, Tristan Muyumba lead Atlanta United to 2-1 victory over Toronto</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/atlanta-united-toronto-fc-score-mls-m78449"/><id>urn:uuid:c183fb1d-9df4-41f0-9cb4-c25bf61623b6</id><updated>2026-04-25T15:28:56.421-04:00</updated><summary>Alexey Miranchuk and Tristan Muyumba scored second-half goals and Atlanta United held on for a 2-1 victory over Toronto FC.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saints acquire 2023 1st-round edge Tyree Wilson from the Raiders for a 5th-round pick</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/raiders-saints-trade-tyree-wilson-s37448"/><id>urn:uuid:249d8ef8-e8ab-4e0f-bd4b-38b4ffa28e99</id><updated>2026-04-25T15:28:33.962-04:00</updated><summary>The New Orleans Saints have acquired pass rusher Tyree Wilson in a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders during the final rounds of the 2026 draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Red Sox erupt for 10 runs in the ninth, beat Orioles 17-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-orioles-score-o87139"/><id>urn:uuid:565c389e-a78b-400c-b758-2900510d59c6</id><updated>2026-04-25T15:22:10.528-04:00</updated><summary>Andruw Monasterio hit a grand slam as part of a 10-run ninth inning and the Boston Red Sox snapped a four-game skid with a 17-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.</summary></entry><entry><title>Al-Ahli beats Machida Zelvia in extra time to retain AFC Champions League Elite title</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/acl-elite-final-alahli-machida-l23148"/><id>urn:uuid:e4a30783-3fe8-4141-9b61-6ecd1f56f901</id><updated>2026-04-25T15:19:21.082-04:00</updated><summary>Al-Ahli of Saudi Arabia has successfully defended the AFC Champions League Elite crown after beating first-time finalist Machida Zelvia of Japan 1-0.</summary></entry><entry><title>Laura Albanese: Mets must find their way with Francisco Lindor missing in action</title><author><name>Laura Albanese</name><email>laura.albanese@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/laura-albanese/francisco-lindor-mets-e0s1tljs"/><id>urn:uuid:416baaf2-ba04-4c29-ac3b-758348f7b1e3</id><updated>2026-04-25T15:13:25.063-04:00</updated><summary>Francisco Lindor has carried them in the past, and for the Mets to have a prayer, they need to prove they can figure out to survive without him.</summary></entry><entry><title>Todd Pletcher's Renegade draws the inside No. 1 post and opens as the Kentucky Derby favorite</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/kentucky-derby-post-positions-l50093"/><id>urn:uuid:41fbbbe1-6b3a-44c4-b88b-807e8afe209a</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:55:36.959-04:00</updated><summary>Renegade opens as the morning line favorite for the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL Draft: Jets trade up to take Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik in the fourth round</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-nfl-draft-cade-klubnik-d0kilpm3"/><id>urn:uuid:7658a767-b632-4e83-a058-24618de03d10</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:52:57.127-04:00</updated><summary>Klubnik said he woke up Saturday hoping that the Jets would draft him, and has already asked Jets OC Frank Reich to send him the playbook.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jessie Eldridge, Aerin Frankel lead Fleet to 4-0 victory over Sirens in regular-season finale</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/new-york-sirens-boston-fleet-score-pwhl-k51951"/><id>urn:uuid:e0fafa13-7777-4a0d-9fdd-fe0816f2983a</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:50:21.406-04:00</updated><summary>Jessie Eldridge scored the first of four Boston goals in the third period, and Aerin Frankel finished with 30 saves to lead the Fleet to a 4-0 victory over the New York Sirens, closing out the regular season.</summary></entry><entry><title>An explosive device kills 13 and injures 38 on a bus in southwestern Colombia as violence persists</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/colombia-attacks-police-drones-cali-palmira-y99872"/><id>urn:uuid:7e0b81a1-ef81-44f8-acff-bfa5da2ce3eb</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:47:12.845-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities in Colombia say that an explosive device on a bus has killed 13 people in the country's southwest region as violence there escalates.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bayern suffers hair-pull red card in draw with Barça in Women's Champions League semifinal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/womens-champions-league-bayern-barcelona-hair-pull-r97831"/><id>urn:uuid:2d975c07-e210-4b32-8057-aecee1988c20</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:34:51.647-04:00</updated><summary>Bayern Munich goalscorer Franziska Kett has been sent off for pulling hair in a 1-1 draw with Barcelona in the first leg of their Women's Champions League semifinal.</summary></entry><entry><title>Officer killed, another critically injured in Chicago hospital shooting, police say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hospital-shooting-chicago-police-j92809"/><id>urn:uuid:17ae2407-008a-4f18-b8c7-d6d6d011049e</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:30:33.390-04:00</updated><summary>A police officer died and another was critically injured after a shooting at a Chicago hospital on Saturday, according to officials.</summary></entry><entry><title>Orbán steps back after a landslide loss, vowing to rebuild Hungary's 'national side'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hungary-orban-not-take-seat-parliament-q76786"/><id>urn:uuid:ce43a8fe-43b6-4826-b4f4-12afe0bc86fa</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:29:15.595-04:00</updated><summary>Outgoing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will not take his seat in parliament after a landslide election loss.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kevin Durant improving but Game 4 status vs. Lakers unclear as Rockets face elimination, Udoka says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/rockets-durant-injury-b77791"/><id>urn:uuid:50807357-bdbf-4a6f-a435-f508984c6911</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:25:56.480-04:00</updated><summary>Houston coach Ime Udoka says injured star Kevin Durant is doing better but his status for Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night is still unclear with the Rockets facing elimination.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brandon Phillips signs 1-day contract with Reds to retire with the club he calls his 'home'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/reds-baseball-score-y01307"/><id>urn:uuid:6eb0f006-9554-4336-9eb2-8b28058e1441</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:25:30.334-04:00</updated><summary>The Cincinnati Reds have signed Brandon Phillips to a ceremonial one-day contract to ensure the four-time Gold Glove Award winner would retire a Red.</summary></entry><entry><title>Caitlin Clark helps Fever beat Liberty in the preseason in her 1st game with the team in 9 months</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/fever-caitlin-clark-wnba-j20759"/><id>urn:uuid:251312b2-97ea-4ee7-a233-7a4c69eb0995</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:24:46.445-04:00</updated><summary>Caitlin Clark was excited to get back on the court and play in a WNBA game even if it was just the preseason.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mohamed Salah injury raises doubts over whether he will play for Liverpool again</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/salah-liverpool-q85890"/><id>urn:uuid:f9ef84ac-3611-4ac6-8a15-b1612fd17d2d</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:23:22.840-04:00</updated><summary>Mohamed Salah may have played his last game for Liverpool after he was injured in the win against Crystal Palace.</summary></entry><entry><title>The NFL draft's trip to Pittsburgh ends with record crowds and a late emotional jolt</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-h84102"/><id>urn:uuid:cbe8fd96-35ff-4b88-88bc-23378a939009</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:17:10.413-04:00</updated><summary>Jermod McCoy's wait at the NFL draft ended when the Las Vegas Raiders picked him in the fourth round.</summary></entry><entry><title>Roma's week of turmoil ends with Malen leading a win at Bologna</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/roma-bologna-seriea-malen-c45966"/><id>urn:uuid:2937df50-ec73-44e7-9b5d-f63e0511e292</id><updated>2026-04-25T14:01:36.839-04:00</updated><summary>Roma has put a turbulent week behind it to win at Bologna 2-0 in Serie A and continue its push for the Champions League.</summary></entry><entry><title>Georgia wildfires that destroyed more than 120 homes continue to threaten residents</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/georgia-florida-wildfires-drought-v80096"/><id>urn:uuid:26819031-c69a-4862-8d3b-ddc8f7c0f655</id><updated>2026-04-25T13:40:38.311-04:00</updated><summary>Two wildfires in southeastern Georgia continue to threaten homes and lives as officials warn that strong winds could spread the flames.</summary></entry><entry><title>China's top diplomat meets leader of Myanmar's military-backed government on regional tour</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/china-myanmar-diplomat-visit-tour-southeast-asia-h82306"/><id>urn:uuid:2afea4cf-9817-49c7-99b6-7bdea38dd0dc</id><updated>2026-04-25T13:08:53.405-04:00</updated><summary>China's top diplomat has visited Myanmar's capital and met with the leader of its military-backed government as Beijing deepens regional ties.</summary></entry><entry><title>Swiatek withdraws from Madrid Open after falling ill in match</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/swiatek-withdraw-madrid-open-t21983"/><id>urn:uuid:67552ec3-df37-457e-86fb-2c5e95e76059</id><updated>2026-04-25T13:08:41.261-04:00</updated><summary>Iga Swiatek has withdrawn from the Madrid Open due to an unspecified illness while playing her round-of-32 match with American Ann Li.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island weather: Chilly, rainy weekend on tap</title><author><name>Sam Kmack</name><email>sam.kmack@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/weather/rain-chilly-weekend-long-island-ickgsuek"/><id>urn:uuid:0e8926cb-728b-4e98-8095-f4a73c7e3916</id><updated>2026-04-25T12:31:47.951-04:00</updated><summary>Rain is expected through Sunday and temperatures won't top the low 50s, according to the National Weather Service.</summary></entry><entry><title>Barcelona closes in on La Liga title and Atletico wins before facing Arsenal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/barcelona-getafe-fermin-rashford-yamal-p27086"/><id>urn:uuid:6e209acf-630b-48d9-a236-9926863e4ff1</id><updated>2026-04-25T12:14:24.906-04:00</updated><summary>Barcelona has moved closer to a second consecutive La Liga title after Fermín López and Marcus Rashford scored to help earn its first win at Getafe in six seasons.</summary></entry><entry><title>Blue Jays put Lukes on IL with hamstring strain, promote Piñango and will start Yesavage on Tuesday</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/toronto-blue-jays-nathan-lukes-f84994"/><id>urn:uuid:aa9fad4f-d226-465f-b9af-646b594f03d9</id><updated>2026-04-25T12:06:42.527-04:00</updated><summary>The Toronto Blue Jays have put outfielder Nathan Lukes on the 10-day injured list because of a strained left hamstring and selected outfielder Yohendrick Piñango from Triple-A Buffalo.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bayern recovers from 3 goals down to beat Mainz for confidence boost before PSG clash</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/bayern-mainz-comeback-psg-heidenheim-relegation-bundesliga-v46197"/><id>urn:uuid:1c88e8b9-2911-4df0-b1c7-627fe351af48</id><updated>2026-04-25T11:47:40.894-04:00</updated><summary>Bundesliga champion Bayern Munich has survived a scare by fighting back from three goals down to beat Mainz 4-3 for a morale-booster before facing Paris Saint-Germain.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brad Keselowski needs a little bit of luck to keep up with the Toyotas at Talladega</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/nascar-talladega-preview-keselowski-toyota-a62841"/><id>urn:uuid:92ceb3c4-3ef9-481b-a1f9-0823f8da3676</id><updated>2026-04-25T11:09:12.180-04:00</updated><summary>Brad Keselowski will try to win for the seventh time in his NASCAR career at Talladega Superspeedway when the Cup Series takes to the high banks of the Alabama track.</summary></entry><entry><title>York wins promotion to English Football League after extraordinary late drama at Rochdale</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/york-rochdale-minor-league-soccer-promotion-h45261"/><id>urn:uuid:e21a2a1c-c581-438d-9abe-4d5ac5b840aa</id><updated>2026-04-25T10:17:33.015-04:00</updated><summary>York has scored a dramatic equalizer 13 minutes into injury time to draw 1-1 at Rochdale and clinch an extraordinary return to the main English Football League pyramid.</summary></entry><entry><title>A bank robber's cellphone gave him away. Now the Supreme Court is hearing his case</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/supreme-court-geofence-warrants-unreasonable-searches-constitution-m62638"/><id>urn:uuid:1f40c71e-902f-4eb6-b821-2c618624ca5e</id><updated>2026-04-25T09:58:07.501-04:00</updated><summary>Okello Chatrie's cellphone gave him away.</summary></entry><entry><title>Leaders of France and Greece say the EU's defense splurge is no alternative to the NATO alliance</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/greece-france-defense-military-nato-macron-r14008"/><id>urn:uuid:18f1068f-9690-4f14-a94a-292474fd0a3b</id><updated>2026-04-25T09:53:30.500-04:00</updated><summary>The president of France says the European Union's ongoing push to bolster its own defensive capabilities isn't intended to spawn an alternative to the NATO alliance but to answer a long-standing U.S. call for the continent to take charge of its own security.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man City books another FA Cup final and Arsenal goes top of the Premier League</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fa-cup-semi-final-premier-league-t23180"/><id>urn:uuid:a1a804d3-90aa-440c-9be4-06e2db5d0a00</id><updated>2026-04-25T09:36:41.429-04:00</updated><summary>Manchester City is headed back to another FA Cup final.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shots fired as gunman charges toward ballroom at White House correspondents' dinner. Trump unharmed</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/white-house-correspondents-dinner-trump-first-amendment-i65234"/><id>urn:uuid:919abbd3-d83d-4542-bd66-17e97dcdee89</id><updated>2026-04-25T09:11:58.442-04:00</updated><summary>A man armed with guns and knives stormed the lobby outside the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner attended by President Donald Trump on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trees are magic. In Newport, volunteers are working to expand their healthy reach</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/climate-earth-day-tree-equity-newport-y67732"/><id>urn:uuid:89630c1b-7bab-4fd8-88cf-c63794c792c9</id><updated>2026-04-25T09:01:20.465-04:00</updated><summary>On Newport's south side, historic and opulent mansions sit on an avenue with mature trees that help cool the neighborhoods, clean the air and foster wildlife.</summary></entry><entry><title>America In Focus: March retail sales rise, Trump's approval rating on economy falls</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/economy-inflation-retail-trump-unemployment-mortgage-o80551"/><id>urn:uuid:b7bbcc6b-4a8c-4801-855d-956ffa17efb4</id><updated>2026-04-25T09:00:21.402-04:00</updated><summary>A spike in gas prices due to the Iran war, now in its eighth week, resulted in a hefty 1.7% gain in retail sales in March after a revised 0.7% increase in February.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tick season seems to be off to a fast start, and some experts worry about future illnesses</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cdc-tick-season-fast-start-j13132"/><id>urn:uuid:fefb9999-749f-4086-8012-68f1bafcea8f</id><updated>2026-04-25T08:39:02.248-04:00</updated><summary>Tick season seems to be off to a fast start, with an unusually high number of bites already reported across the country.</summary></entry><entry><title>A sudden shift: ICE arrests drop nearly 12% after Minneapolis killings and immigration shake-up</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/immigration-enforcement-arrests-data-analysis-m65435"/><id>urn:uuid:d6d0fc51-e43b-45a1-b666-4ddc52a78568</id><updated>2026-04-25T08:35:30.045-04:00</updated><summary>At the peak of the crackdown, carloads of masked immigration officers were a common sight in the streets of Minneapolis, while thousands of people were being arrested every week in Texas, Florida and California.</summary></entry><entry><title>Roommate charged with two counts of murder in death, disappearance of two USF students</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/missing-graduate-students-florida-bangladesh-j52065"/><id>urn:uuid:222443c1-2a70-44d9-9096-e17a293bb430</id><updated>2026-04-25T08:29:12.532-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities have filed murder charges against the roommate of a Bangladeshi doctoral student who disappeared with his girlfriend from the University of South Florida.</summary></entry><entry><title>US says it's hunting for explosive mines in latest push to open the Strait of Hormuz</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-war-strait-hormuz-minesweeping-navy-underwater-d40819"/><id>urn:uuid:2782d458-baa6-498a-97bd-1ec0a9b5f95d</id><updated>2026-04-25T08:14:19.106-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump says the U.S. Navy is clearing Iranian mines from the Strait of Hormuz.</summary></entry><entry><title>Palestinians hold funerals for pregnant woman and her children killed in Israeli strikes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/israel-gaza-hamas-palestinians-strikes-i04694"/><id>urn:uuid:5253993d-32b1-4766-b807-7a6b72e7549d</id><updated>2026-04-25T08:05:04.174-04:00</updated><summary>Palestinians have buried a pregnant woman and her two children killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza.</summary></entry><entry><title>Julio Borges, of Bellport, drives into woods, killed in crash on LIE in Manorville</title><author><name>Matthew Chayes</name><email>matthew.chayes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/crash-fatal-lie-manorville-wr7oq1ol"/><id>urn:uuid:402b9591-bc2e-4ec1-8e90-755bc67f1c8e</id><updated>2026-04-25T07:54:53.323-04:00</updated><summary>Julio Borges, of Bellport, drove into the woods near Exit 69 around 5:41 p.m. Friday, Suffolk police said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump's disdain for wind power creates political turbulence for Republicans in coastal Virginia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-clean-energy-offshore-wind-democrats-virginia-m57524"/><id>urn:uuid:3d610c38-b4c5-49eb-8607-f759b2edb8b9</id><updated>2026-04-25T07:51:38.676-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump's attempts to cancel offshore wind projects have drawn opposition not only from environmentalists but also from Republicans.</summary></entry><entry><title>Don't count on rate cuts just yet: Warsh as Fed chair may not lead to big policy changes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/inflation-trump-federal-reserve-warsh-d99683"/><id>urn:uuid:6887866d-eb40-4837-9c75-c0772a36dee0</id><updated>2026-04-25T06:00:35.335-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump has made it clear he expects his choice for Federal Reserve chair to quickly cut interest rates once he takes office.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suspected Somali pirates hijack oil vessel headed to the capital</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/somalia-pirates-fuel-vessel-hijacked-l13326"/><id>urn:uuid:436ff261-d909-4e9f-83eb-764f279071da</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:07:50.850-04:00</updated><summary>Suspected Somali pirates have hijacked a fuel tanker off the northeastern coast of Somalia, according to a local official and the British military.</summary></entry><entry><title>6 Long Island 'golden' couples give advice on ever-lasting love</title><author><name>Aidan Johnson</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/long-island-married-advice-v133v09w"/><id>urn:uuid:ea6efbe9-aefe-495e-87e7-d0763132998a</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Their advice for the younger generations is largely similar: commitment, patience and communication matter most.</summary></entry><entry><title>How a Long Island athletic director created a 1-on-1 avenue for student-athletes to share their experiences</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/take-a-lap-joe-mercado-n7gmauc3"/><id>urn:uuid:c374631a-0b0c-4a5d-8382-532ae5f41d51</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>"There are personal questions about academics, athletics and family life and I want them to trust me," Mercado said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Savannah Bananas put on a show as they take over Yankee Stadium</title><author><name>Matt Lindsay</name><email>matt.lindsay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/savannah-bananas-yankee-stadium-cej437r0"/><id>urn:uuid:632d7a95-1639-4307-a9b2-df8fd5dfc863</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Peel-good story: Moscatiello, a pitcher for the Bananas, plays in front of 100 friends and family.</summary></entry><entry><title>Melville's Matt Hogan, a former Yastrzemski Award winner, back on Long Island with Ducks</title><author><name>Brian Heyman</name><email>brian.heyman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/local/ducks/long-island-ducks-wf8fj4my"/><id>urn:uuid:db3c1766-49f5-42cb-9699-7d9fafa28f7a</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>"Kind of like a little bit of a full-circle moment coming back here," the now 26-year-old outfielder said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rising fuel costs forcing Long Island food truck owners to tweak menus, enforce event fees</title><author><name>Celia Young</name><email>celia.young@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/food-truck-long-island-gas-diesel-prices-xjveif14"/><id>urn:uuid:4bc5c034-7eb1-4ab5-8e94-5342c82c41c7</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Some owners say they are repurposing leftover food, limiting menu options, enforcing travel fees and considering hiking prices.</summary></entry><entry><title>Heart attack strikes Bartini's owner on stage, but Suffolk police officer revives Bay Shore's Dave Drew</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/heart-attack-aed-cop-dave-drew-kbijvrrx"/><id>urn:uuid:8ae284d8-4b8e-40c3-bff0-1876bb47de5e</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Dave Drew had a "widow-maker heart attack" while performing at Bartini, the bar he co-owns in Babylon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Breast cancer tumor vaccine being studied at Stony Brook Medicine</title><author><name>Lisa L. Colangelo</name><email>lisa.colangelo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/breast-cancer-tumor-vaccine-s5vycefh"/><id>urn:uuid:9e6edb5c-6085-4a54-b53b-5cb1af393c8a</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Stony Brook Cancer Center is one of 160 sites worldwide participating in the FLAMINGO-01 Phase III clinical trial.</summary></entry><entry><title>Roadside attractions: A global food crawl on Long Island</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/horseblock-road-long-island-global-food-crawl-rsrvb8ku"/><id>urn:uuid:30d730b6-c8ab-4f9a-a166-ec1e161034cd</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A 2-mile stretch of Horseblock Road, a busy Suffolk thoroughfare, is richly endowed with diverse culinary stops.</summary></entry><entry><title>Delayed NYS budget creates financial 'guessing game' for local school districts</title><author><name>Keshia Clukey</name><email>keshia.clukey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/new-york-state-budget-school-districts-krtj6nm6"/><id>urn:uuid:6b1b88d1-68ab-4548-86e9-034071cab4f5</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Without an approved state budget, districts can only estimate how much state funding they'll receive for their own budgets.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mom Made Designz finds a home at Babe Aesthetics suite in Rockville Centre</title><author><name>Christina Enrico</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/fashion-and-shopping/mom-made-designz-rockville-centre-m4ntclvh"/><id>urn:uuid:848b9cfb-4e9b-41dd-9c61-dc210bbc6bd8</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Mom Made Designz opened its first storefront in Rockville Centre's Babe Aesthetics suite.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dr. Frank Field, Storm Field and 6 more local TV meteorologists to remember</title><author><name>Verne Gay</name><email>verne.gay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tv/tv-weather-forecasters-frank-field-storm-field-qffncx8z"/><id>urn:uuid:66cfb9b1-5762-47f1-bcd6-c18ae460a0c1</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>New York TV has had many colorful, talented and unforgettable meteorologists who were part of our lives for decades.</summary></entry><entry><title>Planet Fitness opens 30th location on Long Island, creates 13 jobs</title><author><name>James T. Madore</name><email>james.madore@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/planet-fitness-gym-holbrook-sunvet-rawh28pj"/><id>urn:uuid:577f679f-ce11-41f6-9e0e-83e088083567</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The public company plans to open about 200 gyms this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>President Trump abuses his pardon power</title><author><name>The Editorial Board</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/editorials/trump-pardons-o80dnw3r"/><id>urn:uuid:c1f61dbf-2f28-4a33-b433-57a43de96635</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A constitutional fix should be considered to ensure more oversight.</summary></entry><entry><title>DiNapoli faces new hurdle in comptroller's race: primary opponents</title><author><name>Steve Hughes</name><email>stephen.hughes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/tom-dinapoli-g6j0pzox"/><id>urn:uuid:e4878d05-fbc3-46a9-aa44-c8429ca636ec</id><updated>2026-04-25T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Challengers are trying to take advantage of a wider populist groundswell, one observer said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Islamic militants and separatists claim sweeping attacks across Mali</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mali-gunfire-airport-h92720"/><id>urn:uuid:d44b2648-4bc6-400d-ba39-9f7e1924176c</id><updated>2026-04-25T04:51:26.015-04:00</updated><summary>Islamic militants and separatists say they attacked several locations in Mali's capital, Bamako, and other cities in one of the largest coordinated attacks in the West African country in recent years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Afghanistan calls on Afghans who helped US in war and are now stuck in Qatar to return home</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/afghanistan-refugees-resettlement-trump-congo-v80227"/><id>urn:uuid:20a9574a-aa1c-4553-938e-7a33ef193d61</id><updated>2026-04-25T04:39:03.037-04:00</updated><summary>Afghanistan's foreign ministry says Afghans who helped the U.S. war effort and are stuck in Qatar can safely return home.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russia and Ukraine exchange attacks, killing and wounding dozens, as Zelenskyy calls for more talks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-war-dnipro-odesa-drones-v63215"/><id>urn:uuid:1e965606-1999-461c-a5fc-9bcf116204a0</id><updated>2026-04-25T04:27:21.342-04:00</updated><summary>Russian drone and missile strikes have killed at least five people and wounded 46 in Dnipro and other areas of Ukraine.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump claims progress in Mideast wars, but grievances could reignite them</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-us-israel-war-ceasefire-lebanon-gaza-j11771"/><id>urn:uuid:670d5556-7d9a-418b-ae81-16b036b2c557</id><updated>2026-04-25T04:06:20.531-04:00</updated><summary>The post-Oct. 7 order in the Middle East is barely pieced together by conditional ceasefires and mutual threats.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tunisia suspends one of Africa's oldest rights groups as crackdown widens</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/tunisia-crackdown-rights-group-j46721"/><id>urn:uuid:59e75511-f82d-4e6c-8696-4015121ac16c</id><updated>2026-04-25T03:55:44.358-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities in Tunisia have ordered a one-month suspension of the Tunisian League for Human Rights.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Trump says he called off dispatching envoys to Iran talks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-israel-us-lebanon-latest-april-25-2026-o96769"/><id>urn:uuid:c4030637-bb4e-4dd8-b983-840a1b9062e9</id><updated>2026-04-25T02:17:03.537-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump says he told top U_S_ envoys not to travel to Pakistan to negotiate with Iran, telling Fox News that ″they can call us anytime they want."</summary></entry><entry><title>Kirby Dach stars in Canadiens' Game 3 win after harsh online criticism</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/kirby-dach-montreal-canadiens-nhl-l61901"/><id>urn:uuid:b1504b7c-a5ec-4a07-bc7c-eecf7c83d8f5</id><updated>2026-04-25T02:12:58.873-04:00</updated><summary>What a difference 72 hours made for Kirby Dach.</summary></entry><entry><title>Spurs beat Trail Blazers 120-108 without Wembanyama to take 2-1 series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/spurs-trail-blazers-score-y56809"/><id>urn:uuid:09682adb-4bb5-48b8-b6aa-ba8e9139c8e0</id><updated>2026-04-25T01:35:18.826-04:00</updated><summary>Stephon Castle had 33 points and the San Antonio Spurs overcame the absence of Victor Wembanyama to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 120-108 on Friday night for a 2-1 series lead.</summary></entry><entry><title>Another wave of public outcry tests Putin's rule in wartime Russia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-putin-war-ukraine-discontent-approvals-w76506"/><id>urn:uuid:a0c7dd74-37bd-4e42-b076-1e1cccc418bf</id><updated>2026-04-25T01:31:38.773-04:00</updated><summary>Public dissent appears to be deepening in Russia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Liam Hicks and Connor Norby each homer, Marlins take down Giants 9-4</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/marlins-giants-score-n50198"/><id>urn:uuid:ba37eb85-cd2e-4b67-8b53-a2ad7a408331</id><updated>2026-04-25T01:28:02.407-04:00</updated><summary>Liam Hicks and Connor Norby each hit home runs as the Miami Marlins defeated the San Francisco Giants 9-4.</summary></entry><entry><title>Australia and New Zealand gather in Turkey to commemorate WWI battle</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/turkey-australia-new-zealand-anzac-day-gallipoli-t26861"/><id>urn:uuid:0466e884-9a46-4aec-a77a-befb9dcb9cfb</id><updated>2026-04-25T01:15:05.465-04:00</updated><summary>Officials and visitors from Australia, New Zealand and Turkey gather in northwest Turkey to commemorate the 111th anniversary of the Battle of Gallipoli.</summary></entry><entry><title>Swanson's 2-run 9th-inning blast fuels Cubs' comeback win, 10th in a row</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-dodgers-score-i44755"/><id>urn:uuid:b67744d0-3b53-4317-991b-74281fafe459</id><updated>2026-04-25T01:09:58.130-04:00</updated><summary>Dansby Swanson hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the ninth inning, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 6-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.</summary></entry><entry><title>A 6-point lead, 30 seconds left, and a Rockets unraveling that flipped Game 3</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/rockets-playoffs-lakers-o59722"/><id>urn:uuid:a9dece3d-1f22-4126-a825-5e0925d26f8b</id><updated>2026-04-25T01:04:01.494-04:00</updated><summary>Up by six with less than 30 seconds to go on Friday night the Houston Rockets looked like they were on their way to cutting their series deficit to the Los Angeles Lakers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ducks blast Oilers 7-4 in Game 3 in Anaheim's first home playoff game in 8 years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/ducks-oilers-score-stanley-cup-i55901"/><id>urn:uuid:9b704038-cecf-4edb-8005-b4b45d222add</id><updated>2026-04-25T00:57:47.379-04:00</updated><summary>Beckett Sennecke and Leo Carlsson scored 42 seconds apart in the third period, Mikael Granlund had a goal and two assists, and the Anaheim Ducks celebrated their first home playoff game in eight years with a 7-4 victory over the Edmonton Oilers and a 2-1 series lead.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mammoth win the first NHL playoff game in Utah, beating Vegas 4-2 for 2-1 series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/golden-knights-mammoth-score-nhl-playoffs-c04171"/><id>urn:uuid:a1655cdc-ca3d-4146-a107-46b68f2a9985</id><updated>2026-04-25T00:31:21.009-04:00</updated><summary>Lawson Crouse scored twice in a 5:42 span in the second period and the Utah Mammoth won the first NHL playoff game in the state, beating the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 on Friday night for a 2-1 series lead.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tennessee CB Jermod McCoy among best available players on Day 3 of NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-best-available-w14985"/><id>urn:uuid:60f5d751-9d8f-4bd4-80f0-66ef0fc80ea6</id><updated>2026-04-25T00:25:09.255-04:00</updated><summary>Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy is among the top NFL prospects still waiting to be drafted.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lowe's two-run walk-off HR lifts Reds to wild 9-8 win over Tigers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/tigers-reds-baseball-score-t04339"/><id>urn:uuid:5201ec2c-438f-4f9c-a6f9-493343a1d75f</id><updated>2026-04-25T00:22:36.355-04:00</updated><summary>Nathaniel Lowe, who replaced Eugenio Suarez who was scratched with back pain, hit a two-out, two-run walk-off homer off Kenley Jansen to lift the Cincinnati Reds to a wild 9-8 win over the Detroit Tigers on Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Talks stumble as Iran's top diplomat leaves Pakistan and Trump says he told envoys not to go</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/us-iran-war-hormuz-israel-pakistan-ceasefire-april-25-2026-n35601"/><id>urn:uuid:db16b6e8-f5d2-4c0a-95af-51e468e91a1b</id><updated>2026-04-25T00:16:41.062-04:00</updated><summary>The latest attempt at ceasefire talks between the U.S. and Iran appears to have failed.</summary></entry><entry><title>Philadelphia museum brings Rocky statue inside after decades of tension</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/rocky-statue-philadelphia-museum-of-art-a51266"/><id>urn:uuid:116b6517-65e4-4628-a036-194600edaad1</id><updated>2026-04-25T00:09:24.255-04:00</updated><summary>The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.</summary></entry><entry><title>EU considers helping with Mideast energy infrastructure to bypass conflict zones</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/oil-gas-hormuz-gulf-energy-infrastructure-s82855"/><id>urn:uuid:d1759949-9e09-48b7-8dab-2702b6140f1e</id><updated>2026-04-25T00:07:08.072-04:00</updated><summary>Top European Union officials say the bloc is looking into funding alternative energy infrastructure in the Middle East that would circumvent conflict hot spots like the Strait of Hormuz.</summary></entry><entry><title>New York's new jails boss once served time in a cell block he now oversees</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nyc-rikers-jail-new-commissioner-former-inmate-v44119"/><id>urn:uuid:9786ef52-92a7-4687-b491-476d0a098cfb</id><updated>2026-04-25T00:06:41.389-04:00</updated><summary>New York City's new correction commissioner is the first formerly incarcerated person to oversee the city's jails.</summary></entry><entry><title>Despite Iran tensions, King Charles III will follow his mother's lead in celebrating US-UK bonds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/britain-royals-state-visit-king-charles-iii-b22140"/><id>urn:uuid:c3bb9f8c-6614-4dd6-847a-fa44754319c7</id><updated>2026-04-25T00:04:47.505-04:00</updated><summary>King Charles III embarks on a state visit to the U.S. on Monday, aiming to strengthen ties between the two nations.</summary></entry><entry><title>Palestinians vote in local elections in West Bank and part of Gaza</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/palestinian-local-elections-gaza-west-bank-i87237"/><id>urn:uuid:a9509fae-c5c2-43ae-80e6-70cf921ecdf4</id><updated>2026-04-25T00:03:54.341-04:00</updated><summary>Palestinians have voted in local elections, the first in two decades in Gaza and the first in the Israeli occupied West Bank since the start of the war in Gaza.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jayson Tatum says he's not at his best yet. He sure looked the part for Boston in a Game 3 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/boston-celtics-jayson-tatum-76ers-g29918"/><id>urn:uuid:9f534a77-f684-47f3-a516-1defc71647e1</id><updated>2026-04-24T23:55:00.847-04:00</updated><summary>Jayson Tatum shined in the Celtics' 108-100 win over the 76ers in Game 3 of their first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brewers 2nd team to face AL, NL Cy Young winners in consecutive games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/brewers-pirates-skenes-skubal-cy-young-a90128"/><id>urn:uuid:6b08201d-3dbd-4604-9fff-24a65089ed6d</id><updated>2026-04-24T23:33:58.405-04:00</updated><summary>The Milwaukee Brewers had the daunting task of facing the AL and NL Cy Young Award winners in consecutive games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankees hit four home runs, score 12 runs and collect 13 hits to crush Astros for 7th straight win</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-astros-gamer-lu3htggm"/><id>urn:uuid:806602bf-3bc0-4e5a-8fb7-fdb2fd69a75e</id><updated>2026-04-24T23:31:59.484-04:00</updated><summary>HOUSTON — Jazz Chisholm Jr., Ryan McMahon, Ben Rice and Jose Caballero homered to help</summary></entry><entry><title>Steelers take Penn State QB Drew Allar in third round of NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/pittsburgh-steelers-nfl-draft-drew-allar-p89339"/><id>urn:uuid:080edabe-52ae-4085-8392-acf02d495988</id><updated>2026-04-24T23:22:52.661-04:00</updated><summary>The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Penn State quarterback Drew Allar in the third round of the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>James makes tying 3 as Lakers storm back late, win in OT and take a 3-0 series lead over the Rockets</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/rockets-lakers-score-w82568"/><id>urn:uuid:fe3da0a3-f11b-4f22-aaec-a279240bc335</id><updated>2026-04-24T23:15:51.727-04:00</updated><summary>LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, Marcus Smart had eight points in overtime and the Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of a Houston Rockets team missing Kevin Durant for a 112-108 win Friday night to take a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton exits in 6th inning vs. Astros with right calf problem</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-giancarlo-stanton-uvjqp6iv"/><id>urn:uuid:354da685-7137-4d9b-a1fc-b4ba7ccd8777</id><updated>2026-04-24T23:10:37.487-04:00</updated><summary>Giancarlo Stanton came out of the game after running from second to third on a ball hit off the leftfield wall.</summary></entry><entry><title>Milliet has 2 goals and Racing Louisville downs Pride 3-2 for its first win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/nwsl-racing-louisville-orlando-pride-washington-spirit-kansas-city-current-q68254"/><id>urn:uuid:72c2c601-fa29-42d7-8afc-368760b8c217</id><updated>2026-04-24T23:09:40.934-04:00</updated><summary>Lauren Milliet scored a pair of goals and Racing Louisville held off the Orlando Pride 3-2 for their first win of the season on Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kirby wins 3rd straight start, Naylor homers in Mariners' 3-2 win over Cardinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-cardinals-score-r86327"/><id>urn:uuid:26a95cc7-8085-406b-9449-0cde8ed2a89e</id><updated>2026-04-24T23:07:44.187-04:00</updated><summary>George Kirby won his third consecutive start, Josh Naylor hit a solo home run and the Seattle Mariners beat the St. Louis Cardinals 3-2 on Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Murakami's 11th HR, Domínguez's 6th save lead White Sox to 5-4 win over the Nationals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/nationals-white-sox-score-b86235"/><id>urn:uuid:2eebb413-f907-471b-8d6b-0cb301bd4bed</id><updated>2026-04-24T23:00:38.206-04:00</updated><summary>Munetaka Murakami hit his 11th homer of the season and reliever Seranthony Domínguez struck out two in the ninth inning for his sixth save as the Chicago White Sox beat the Washington Nationals 5-4 on Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Japan awakens to Radio Taiso exercise tradition. One face of the country's longevity</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/radio-taiso-s98844"/><id>urn:uuid:70461080-9a8f-4375-b732-cd1c8c9c090d</id><updated>2026-04-24T23:00:24.476-04:00</updated><summary>Radio Taiso is an exercise program in Japan that comes on the air every morning at 6:30.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets return to losing ways as Rockies hold on for victory</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-rockies-gamer-hqxyq6rv"/><id>urn:uuid:2b70fd06-a627-41b3-b744-030f0e618c28</id><updated>2026-04-24T22:45:18.342-04:00</updated><summary>Brett Baty had a two-run single to cut the Mets' deficit to 4-3 in the 8th, but Mark Vientos lined into an inning-ending double play.</summary></entry><entry><title>Collins' 2 RBIs, Cameron's 6 strikeouts help the Royals to a 6-3 win over Angels</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/angels-royals-score-d20692"/><id>urn:uuid:b956bc47-e9a9-4d8b-95ff-bbdb76c09fc4</id><updated>2026-04-24T22:45:08.289-04:00</updated><summary>Isaac Collins had two hits and two RBIs and the Kansas City Royals used a five-run outburst in the fourth inning to beat the Los Angeles Angels, 5-3 on Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-drug-cartels-pacific-ocean-c42291"/><id>urn:uuid:71f97413-e688-497a-8d05-a76cb60b6116</id><updated>2026-04-24T22:36:58.943-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. military says it launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rutschman's 2 HRs, 6 RBIs power the Orioles to a 10-3 win over the slumping Red Sox</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-orioles-score-a79994"/><id>urn:uuid:6dca92af-ff09-4fd6-b1e6-db59887d9966</id><updated>2026-04-24T22:10:43.625-04:00</updated><summary>Adley Rutschman hit two of Baltimore's six homers and drove in six runs as the Orioles routed the slumping Boston Red Sox 10-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>Skenes perfect into 7th, Griffin hits first 1st career homer in Pirates' 6-0 win over Brewers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/pirates-braves-score-skenes-y13997"/><id>urn:uuid:33749bd6-a360-4349-a50d-559790b8cb57</id><updated>2026-04-24T22:10:29.332-04:00</updated><summary>Paul Skenes had a perfect game into the seventh inning, Konnor Griffin hit his first career home run on his 20th birthday and drove in three runs to help the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Milwaukee Brewers 6-0 on Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Finally on the clock, Broncos draft Texas A&amp;M defensive lineman Tyler Onyedim in Round 3</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/denver-broncos-nfl-draft-f83729"/><id>urn:uuid:a48fdbc6-36ba-4988-a1a5-8161a9e8b943</id><updated>2026-04-24T22:07:45.099-04:00</updated><summary>The Denver Broncos have selected Texas A&amp;M defensive lineman Tyler Onyedim in the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Caminero and Aranda each homer twice as the Rays beat the Twins 6-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/twins-rays-baseball-mlb-score-r41112"/><id>urn:uuid:720addfa-7611-4d35-9c9a-62f4c001a8a7</id><updated>2026-04-24T22:03:59.395-04:00</updated><summary>Junior Caminero and Jonathan Aranda each hit two home runs, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Minnesota Twins 6-2 on Friday night to take the first game of the series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Harris delivers as a pinch-hitter for the Braves, leading 5-3 win over slumping Phillies</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/phillies-braves-score-q36786"/><id>urn:uuid:0693c877-6b51-45d0-b88d-7d0d4ca30cf2</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:59:19.056-04:00</updated><summary>Michael Harris II delivered a two-run double as a pinch-hitter after being scratched from the starting lineup with an ailing quad, and the Atlanta Braves piled more misery on Philadelphia with a 5-3 victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Canadiens beat Lightning 3-2 in OT to take 2-1 lead in all extra-time series</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/lightning-canadiens-score-nhl-stanley-cup-s93622"/><id>urn:uuid:9d676438-14e6-4215-818e-8fdf57491fe6</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:56:41.249-04:00</updated><summary>Lane Hutson scored on a slap shot at 2:09 of overtime and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 on Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in the first-round series that has opened with three extra-time thrillers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Martínez hits 2 homers as Guardians rough up Scherzer and beat Blue Jays 8-6</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/guardians-blue-jays-score-y64945"/><id>urn:uuid:53496455-5968-44da-ad5c-e5ebdffd4d4e</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:55:55.859-04:00</updated><summary>Angel Martínez went deep twice for his first career multi-homer game, Daniel Schneemann added the first leadoff homer of his career and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-6.</summary></entry><entry><title>Celtics beat the 76ers 108-100 in Game 3 behind 25 points each from Tatum and Brown</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/celtics-76ers-score-r45520"/><id>urn:uuid:888f97d2-3248-46f0-bfc9-d83d8f94049d</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:55:42.261-04:00</updated><summary>Jayson Tatum continued to impress in his return from injury, scoring 25 points to help the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers 108-100 on Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cubs' Michael Conforto gets his 2025 World Series ring from the Dodgers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-michael-conforto-world-series-ring-t94939"/><id>urn:uuid:7e747b5b-872e-4271-aacd-4e7014f69a6e</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:53:13.667-04:00</updated><summary>Michael Conforto had a memorable moment before the Chicago Cubs faced the Los Angeles Dodgers.</summary></entry><entry><title>The NHL Winter Classic will be played in Utah on New Year's Eve</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/winter-classic-utah-mammoth-coloradp-avalanche-g93914"/><id>urn:uuid:b732da1a-fcba-4d69-8e3a-9bef574822f5</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:34:20.035-04:00</updated><summary>The Winter Classic for the 2026-27 NHL season will be played on New Year's Eve, league commissioner Gary Bettman announced on Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>High school roundup: Baseball, softball, lacrosse and badminton results</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/high-school-roundup-yo6bp3a8"/><id>urn:uuid:97977725-36fd-4e92-ba82-8140f6d99bbc</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:33:04.599-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of Long Island high school sporting events from Thursday and Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jaden McDaniels is simply motivated by seeing Denver on the court. Minnesota is reaping the benefits</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-playoffs-nuggets-timberwolves-mcdaniels-k11711"/><id>urn:uuid:d2d40faf-791e-4cbe-b565-51341c46b037</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:29:49.129-04:00</updated><summary>Jaden McDaniels pushed himself into the spotlight in the first round of the NBA playoffs with his declaration following Minnesota's comeback victory in Game 2 that the key to offensive success in this series was driving to the basket and directly attacking a Denver team he said was filled with "bad defenders."</summary></entry><entry><title>Victor Wembanyama misses Spurs' Game 3 victory while recovering from concussion</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/victor-wembanyama-san-antonio-spurs-trail-blazers-i50276"/><id>urn:uuid:f87f7119-550c-4158-a39e-c1338b239773</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:21:26.958-04:00</updated><summary>San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama did not play Friday night in Game 3 against Portland in the teams' first-round playoff series while he continued to recover from a concussion.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vikings trade edge rusher Jonathan Greenard to the Eagles for a pair of 3rd-round draft picks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-vikings-eagles-trade-greenard-g09641"/><id>urn:uuid:1c7ba3a4-185f-4b08-a26d-0f9b89d4ec0b</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:21:17.519-04:00</updated><summary>The Minnesota Vikings traded edge rusher Jonathan Greenard to the Philadelphia Eagles for two third-round picks in a future-looking move on the second night of the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cowboys and Ravens to square off in NFL's inaugural game in Rio de Janeiro on Sept. 27</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-rio-brazil-cowboys-ravens-n06785"/><id>urn:uuid:ac906775-6451-42a7-893e-d563903b17bc</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:16:32.779-04:00</updated><summary>The Baltimore Ravens have been selected to face the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL's inaugural game in Rio de Janeiro this season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cubs place left-handed reliever Caleb Thielbar on injured list, 8th pitcher to get hurt</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-lopez-velasquez-thielbar-hodge-n72973"/><id>urn:uuid:9dd82f24-3456-4921-bd5d-a538ca5a0e8e</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:16:07.822-04:00</updated><summary>The Chicago Cubs have placed left-hander Caleb Thielbar on the 15-day injured list with a left hamstring strain.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jaguars take blocking TE Nate Boerkircher with their first pick in the 2026 NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-jaguars-h53886"/><id>urn:uuid:2ced0b91-38c6-46ec-87b3-c14718727ad7</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:08:40.038-04:00</updated><summary>The Jacksonville Jaguars used their first pick of the NFL draft to land Texas A&amp;M blocking tight end Nate Boerkircher.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL Draft: Giants GM Joe Schoen defends Steve Tisch being in draft room</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-m6y7r30j"/><id>urn:uuid:50327387-c3e9-462c-9b3f-ae12ac9a4b35</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:07:35.054-04:00</updated><summary>"He's the chairman of the team and he's in the draft room like he is every year," Joe Schoen said on Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ukrainians thought they had reduced the risks at Chernobyl. Then Russia invaded</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/chernobyl-russia-ukraine-war-drone-e73522"/><id>urn:uuid:f22a13c2-e4cf-4f8c-ba9f-0c06f0bfb328</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:04:11.525-04:00</updated><summary>The two explosions at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant came decades apart.</summary></entry><entry><title>Athletics hit 3 solo homers on 7 pitches off Rangers' Eovaldi in 1st inning en route to 8-1 victory</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/athletics-home-runs-d82680"/><id>urn:uuid:a6bb33da-9f8c-4214-a508-b66f7ce243db</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:03:38.249-04:00</updated><summary>The Athletics got off to a fast start against Texas on Friday night, hitting three solo home runs in the first inning and adding two later in their 8-1 win over the Rangers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colts continue to revamp defense by taking LB CJ Allen with their 1st pick in 2026 NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-colts-c60936"/><id>urn:uuid:eeee13b5-5101-42e4-8141-f5d356ee5133</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:03:05.033-04:00</updated><summary>The Indianapolis Colts continued their major defensive overhaul Friday by selecting former Georgia linebacker CJ Allen at No. 53 overall, in the NFL draft, ending a long wait to make a selection.</summary></entry><entry><title>Erik Boland: How can Yankees' rotation get any better? Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon are on the way</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/erik-boland/yankees-rotation-gerrit-cole-carlos-rodon-hmi9kimg"/><id>urn:uuid:3c70234f-8e66-42ef-b3b3-8ad2876b4c72</id><updated>2026-04-24T21:02:00.681-04:00</updated><summary>Both starters should be back within a month and are pitching in rehab assignments right now.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sean McVay says he's thrilled, not mad, about the Rams' stunning draft selection of Ty Simpson</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/rams-ty-simpson-nfl-draft-i47672"/><id>urn:uuid:ab07c822-39e2-44c0-81a3-6c8047b4775a</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:56:00.868-04:00</updated><summary>Sean McVay says he was thrilled when the Los Angeles Rams drafted Ty Simpson.</summary></entry><entry><title>New Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza ready to prove he was worthy of No. 1 draft pick</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/mendoza-raiders-nfl-draft-t42374"/><id>urn:uuid:290ed110-9729-4cd6-b62b-a7c1720cbfec</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:48:21.745-04:00</updated><summary>Fernando Mendoza is eager to prove he's worthy of being the NFL draft's top pick.</summary></entry><entry><title>Miami athletic director Dan Radakovich planning to retire, AP source says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/miami-dan-radakovich-v91670"/><id>urn:uuid:ebfedd2e-83b7-48a8-bb86-169ac419d437</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:42:04.491-04:00</updated><summary>Miami athletic director Dan Radakovich is planning to retire with a formal announcement expected in the coming days, a person with knowledge of the decision said Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Packers boost cornerback depth by selecting South Carolina's Brandon Cisse at No. 52 overall</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/packers-nfl-draft-o04413"/><id>urn:uuid:50c77075-de64-4da2-9c40-3874bffe072f</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:41:03.204-04:00</updated><summary>Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said this week that he needed to boost the team's cornerback depth.</summary></entry><entry><title>Half Hollow Hills flag football's Samantha Heyman, Zoe Franks form dynamic duo to key win over Longwood</title><author><name>Tess Ferguson</name><email>tess.ferguson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/flag-football/high-school-flag-football-olxn95l7"/><id>urn:uuid:d7657c01-95d8-4bff-b8e4-be0e72e16e5e</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:38:02.672-04:00</updated><summary>"Ever since my freshman year, me and Sammy have had that click," Franks said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Floyd boys lacrosse's Marc Pluchino scores four goals in victory over South Fork</title><author><name>Michael Sicoli</name><email>michael.sicoli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-lacrosse/suffolk-boys-lacrosse-south-fork-at-floyd-lz8lo65s"/><id>urn:uuid:f1f8b7bc-132f-4854-bbbd-3a96d2bfe100</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:33:04.954-04:00</updated><summary>Pluchino also had three assists for Floyd (6-4) in the Suffolk Division I contest.</summary></entry><entry><title>Falcons draft Clemson's Avieon Terrell with first pick of NFL draft to join brother A.J. Terrell</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-falcons-m45265"/><id>urn:uuid:47b61761-7adf-4388-bfe0-280027436bf2</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:32:21.024-04:00</updated><summary>The Atlanta Falcons used their first pick in the NFL draft on Friday night to select Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell who will join older brother A.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cowboys acquire LB Dee Winters in a trade that nets the 49ers a 5th-round pick in the NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/cowboys-49ers-trade-e20337"/><id>urn:uuid:bd500a62-8c0e-4c81-87a1-c1b4aeecac0c</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:29:14.854-04:00</updated><summary>The Dallas Cowboys have acquired linebacker Dee Winters in a trade with San Francisco as the 49ers add a fifth-round pick in this weekend's NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Blue Jays OF Nathan Lukes leaves Friday's game in the 1st inning because of a sore left hamstring</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/nathan-lukes-blue-jays-y08352"/><id>urn:uuid:b9b10cd9-4031-471d-9856-746820ba5807</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:23:54.074-04:00</updated><summary>Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes exited Friday's game against Cleveland in the first inning because of a sore left hamstring.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mississippi will reexamine judicial redistricts after US Supreme Court rules in voting rights case</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/voting-rights-redistricting-mississippi-louisiana-i10663"/><id>urn:uuid:aeef2ac1-9c48-4c98-bd84-b3d1b426b003</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:20:41.084-04:00</updated><summary>Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves is announcing a special session for judicial redistricting following an upcoming U.S. Supreme Court ruling in a major Voting Rights Act case.</summary></entry><entry><title>California to weigh tighter restrictions on voter registration amid US debate on election security</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/california-voter-id-elections-citizenship-t00545"/><id>urn:uuid:b23cd805-86c8-4d3c-8453-d30bb1e59493</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:07:37.793-04:00</updated><summary>A proposal that would require California to verify proof of citizenship when a person registers to vote — and require voters to provide identification at polling places — will appear on the November ballot.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bengals select Texas A&amp;M edge rusher Cashius Howell with their first pick of the NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-bengals-g83838"/><id>urn:uuid:0b897246-68c5-4da3-9dda-905a07d7a014</id><updated>2026-04-24T20:05:02.986-04:00</updated><summary>The Cincinnati Bengals continued to invest in their pass rush Friday night by selecting Texas A&amp;M edge rusher Cashius Howell with their first pick of the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Manorville's Joseph Manzella charged with damaging Pine Hills Golf and Country Club</title><author><name>Nicholas Grasso</name><email>nicholas.grasso@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/pine-hills-golf-manorville-mischief-crime-v0bd6nk5"/><id>urn:uuid:2d774a90-fcf6-4ea5-a6b8-a6cbcbb63050</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:52:06.091-04:00</updated><summary>Joseph Manzella, 24, allegedly drove a vehicle on the property of Pine Hills Golf and Country Club in Manorville.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kirill Kaprizov and the Wild could use a jump-start for their power play to pull even with the Stars</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-stars-wild-kaprizov-r31098"/><id>urn:uuid:eaf1bba4-151b-48ee-8af9-946b213e5704</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:47:40.421-04:00</updated><summary>The roaring start for Kirill Kaprizov and the Minnesota Wild in this first-round NHL playoff series has given way to struggling special teams.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bills target defense in choosing LB Parker, CB Igbinosun in NFL draft after trading out of 1st round</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-bills-c77503"/><id>urn:uuid:f838d5d4-3150-423d-9323-839eedc18619</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:36:37.435-04:00</updated><summary>The Buffalo Bills focused on restocking their defense in the NFL draft a day after making three trades to back out of the first round.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mariners trade right-hander Casey Legumina to Rays for minor league righty Ty Cummings</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-rays-legumina-cummings-i87096"/><id>urn:uuid:7242ff82-5fce-425f-8c87-0be044fed894</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:36:13.718-04:00</updated><summary>The Seattle Mariners traded right-hander Casey Legumina, who was designated for assignment on Tuesday, to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for minor-league right-hander Ty Cummings on Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Podcast helps Louisiana State Police arrest 4 suspects in decades-old murder of teenage girl</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/louisiana-roxanne-sharp-cold-case-arrests-a48565"/><id>urn:uuid:263c0216-c882-4e71-a0ad-e6522935b7d4</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:34:39.423-04:00</updated><summary>Louisiana police say a podcast helped them solve the decades-old rape and murder of a 16-year-old girl.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fitzpatrick brothers pull within shot of Smalley and Springer at Zurich Classic</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/zurich-fitzpatrick-koepka-pga-tour-golf-t71215"/><id>urn:uuid:8259b42c-8624-4559-9c3f-4fc5a3537df4</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:22:32.137-04:00</updated><summary>Brothers Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick combined for a seven-under 65 in alternate shot play Friday to pull them within one stroke of leaders Alex Smalley and Hayden Springer through two rounds at the Zurich Classic.</summary></entry><entry><title>The 49ers take Ole Miss WR De'Zhaun Stribling, Texas Tech DE Romello Height on day 2 of the draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-49ers-e22481"/><id>urn:uuid:752a6c09-2d38-47cc-84e8-78ee30a61798</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:21:51.366-04:00</updated><summary>The San Francisco 49ers made their delayed first pick of the NFL draft, selecting Ole Miss wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling with the top pick in the second round.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jury convicts New York man for 1993 killing following third trial in the case</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/new-york-mother-murdered-buffalo-q37204"/><id>urn:uuid:6d83c75f-2617-4424-a049-518100ad9ff0</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:21:09.973-04:00</updated><summary>A jury has convicted Brian Scott Lorenz in the 1993 murder of Deborah Meindl near Buffalo.</summary></entry><entry><title>Reds scratch designated hitter Eugenio Suárez from lineup vs Tigers due to back issue</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/reds-baseball-score-u08802"/><id>urn:uuid:57294911-3231-4cb3-8446-a533ec8fb654</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:19:02.849-04:00</updated><summary>Cincinnati Reds designated hitter Eugenio Suárez was scratched from the lineup for Friday night's series opener with the Detroit Tigers due to a back issue.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nelly Korda with another 65 leaves the field behind at Chevron Championship</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/nelly-korda-chevron-championship-houston-okeefe-u72558"/><id>urn:uuid:20b176e3-8914-4cca-8c16-498d6bb58e75</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:14:10.853-04:00</updated><summary>Nelly Korda is in complete control of her game and is leaving the field behind at the Chevron Championship.</summary></entry><entry><title>Miss Indian World pageant winners mark the end of a decades-long tradition</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/miss-indian-world-pageant-crowns-retiring-h20929"/><id>urn:uuid:11f594c0-c71e-45bb-a18e-6d0d93c3a844</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:10:18.033-04:00</updated><summary>It's the final year of an event that bills itself as the largest powwow in North America, and the winners of the pageant that headlined it for decades are mourning the end of the tradition.</summary></entry><entry><title>Screenwriters overwhelmingly approve a 4-year contract with Hollywood studios</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/writers-guild-contract-approved-wga-sag-k63463"/><id>urn:uuid:a9c9dee1-45db-4745-a713-1522997c8219</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:08:24.925-04:00</updated><summary>Members of the screenwriters union have ratified a four-year agreement with Hollywood studios.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jets, Omar Cooper Jr. both catch a break near end of first round</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-c6u4smpa"/><id>urn:uuid:d70075fc-0fa3-4830-b463-b5f3de8750ec</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:06:26.081-04:00</updated><summary>Omar Cooper Jr.'s playmaking ability and his role on a winning team at Indiana drew the Jets to the wide receiver.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rockets' Kevin Durant out for Game 3 vs Lakers with a sprained left ankle</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/rockets-durant-playoffs-o03395"/><id>urn:uuid:4cf8c99e-69e4-4428-8de0-62c6630cdbaa</id><updated>2026-04-24T19:01:41.678-04:00</updated><summary>Kevin Durant won't play in Game 3 of Houston's first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers Friday night because of a sprained left ankle.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giants first-round picks Arvell Reese, Francis Mauigoa embrace next chapter in their football careers</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-arvell-reese-francis-mauigoa-bvrdxnad"/><id>urn:uuid:068373e5-87e2-48ab-8ac6-fb7cb139f991</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:59:18.698-04:00</updated><summary>Mauigoa's Miami squad defeated Reese and Ohio State in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal. "Now we're New York Giants," Mauigoa said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Atlanta's Nickeil Alexander-Walker wins the NBA's Most Improved Player award</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/hawks-nickeil-alexander-walker-atlanta-v47130"/><id>urn:uuid:3cf2007d-31af-424e-9fca-b65d7e68baf8</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:58:29.665-04:00</updated><summary>Nickeil Alexander-Walker has been named the NBA's 2026 Most Improved Player.</summary></entry><entry><title>Henderson, Ellis, Odom and Alderson to be inducted into Athletics' Hall of Fame</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/athletics-hall-of-fame-x69679"/><id>urn:uuid:ff60c397-d3fa-4379-963d-f6adbb1da968</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:56:31.790-04:00</updated><summary>Center fielder Dave Henderson, second baseman Mark Ellis, pitcher John "Blue Moon" Odom and executive Sandy Alderson will be inducted into the Athletics' Hall of Fame.</summary></entry><entry><title>Packers' Jayden Reed signs three-year, $50.25 million extension</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jayden-reed-packers-a11019"/><id>urn:uuid:72f74067-7153-48d4-b1c2-f1efd4dfee16</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:43:40.714-04:00</updated><summary>Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed has signed a three-year contract extension with $50.25 million in new money and $20 million guaranteed.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fire Island blaze destroys Ocean Beach home, but big response limits spread</title><author><name>Nicholas Grasso</name><email>nicholas.grasso@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/ocean-beach-fire-island-fire-h1pya62k"/><id>urn:uuid:27017742-6737-4b55-9ea0-3c1b3c298f02</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:40:34.265-04:00</updated><summary>The blaze appeared to originate in a "utility shed" on the property of a home on Bay Walk.</summary></entry><entry><title>Astros' Imai throws 2nd bullpen session, will go on rehab assignment in return from arm fatigue</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/astros-tatsuya-imai-w87660"/><id>urn:uuid:32b461e0-3aed-4e3b-86fc-985fe52c690e</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:38:39.720-04:00</updated><summary>Astros rookie pitcher Tatsuya Imai threw his second bullpen session in his return from the injured list and will go on a rehabilitation assignment, manager Joe Espada said Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Braves CF Harris scratched from the lineup, then comes through as pinch-hitter vs Phillies</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/atlanta-braves-michael-harris-p37234"/><id>urn:uuid:d689d1b3-6794-49e6-a9d2-d659fbaf8a25</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:29:56.928-04:00</updated><summary>Michael Harris II is on quite a roll for the Atlanta Braves.</summary></entry><entry><title>Red Sox-Orioles start time for Saturday's game moved to midday due to threat of rain</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-orioles-time-change-saturday-d18237"/><id>urn:uuid:775d2b16-f121-4158-8416-f98e67ef1492</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:15:37.797-04:00</updated><summary>The start time for Saturday's game between the Boston Red Sox and Orioles in Baltimore has been moved up to 12:05 p.m. EDT because of the potential for rain later in the day.</summary></entry><entry><title>83 years after a final WWII mission in the Pacific, New York's Nicholas Governale comes home</title><author><name>Nicholas Spangler</name><email>nicholas.spangler@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/history/world-war-ii-nicholas-governale-army-air-forces-w9my2b35"/><id>urn:uuid:be174f53-5fda-4161-9adc-7e4608bf0872</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:15:26.891-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sgt. Nicholas Governale, 22, was one of four crewmen killed in July 1943 when a bomber on a scouting mission off Guadalcanal crashed into the sea.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mississippi middle school students stop bus from crashing after driver blacks out</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/students-stop-runaway-school-bus-mississippi-p13509"/><id>urn:uuid:e1170a33-d1eb-450c-9c46-245a3f4a0dc0</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:06:48.958-04:00</updated><summary>Quick-thinking middle school students in Mississippi have kept their school bus from crashing after their driver passed out on a four-lane highway.</summary></entry><entry><title>Penguins at Flyers and Senators vs. Hurricanes are looking to avoid first-round sweeps</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-avoid-sweep-b15528"/><id>urn:uuid:b9dd23f5-d91c-4126-96d4-c716cc800002</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:06:36.508-04:00</updated><summary>The Pittsburgh Penguins against Philadelphia and the Ottawa Senators against Carolina look to avoid getting swept out of the first round of the NHL playoffs, while the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild face off in the next chapter of their highly competitive series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tom Rock: Jets' David Bailey, Giants' Arvell Reese will always be compared to one another now</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/tom-rock/jets-giants-david-bailey-arvell-reese-feosxbe2"/><id>urn:uuid:30f9ebda-b259-46f1-afb6-e73777294733</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:05:31.517-04:00</updated><summary>When the Jets took David Bailey, and not Arvell Reese, at No. 2 overall, that opened the door for the Giants at No. 5.</summary></entry><entry><title>Betis equalizes in stoppage time and deals blow to Real Madrid slim title hopes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/betis-real-madrid-laliga-y39717"/><id>urn:uuid:706536a2-f2a7-4428-badf-1ee8258ac331</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:01:51.307-04:00</updated><summary>Real Madrid's already slim hopes of winning La Liga have been dealt another blow in a 1-1 draw at Real Betis.</summary></entry><entry><title>US won't renew Iranian and Russian oil waivers, Bessent says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/treasury-scott-bessent-sanctions-iran-russia-o34215"/><id>urn:uuid:e33961fe-8c87-4370-ab25-3fb82ed424e1</id><updated>2026-04-24T18:00:12.511-04:00</updated><summary>Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the U.S. does not plan a third renewal of a waiver allowing the purchase of Russian oil that is currently at sea.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jake Reiner describes the 'living nightmare' of losing his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/reiner-jake-rob-michele-killings-first-account-v50746"/><id>urn:uuid:406d99bb-6907-4851-92a7-276eee8c2d76</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:59:11.829-04:00</updated><summary>Jake Reiner has shared his heartbreak over losing his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner.</summary></entry><entry><title>Laura Albanese: It's still early for Mets, but it's still OK to have questions about them</title><author><name>Laura Albanese</name><email>laura.albanese@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/laura-albanese/mets-rockies-s4smxjwt"/><id>urn:uuid:16767d35-0d7e-4280-b080-c5a98bd93b49</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:58:12.941-04:00</updated><summary>Even after a loss to the lowly Rockies, being eight games under .500 in April is suboptimal, but it doesn't automatically sound the death knell.</summary></entry><entry><title>Raptors' Quickley to miss the rest of 1st-round series vs. Cavs after aggravating strained hamstring</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/raptors-immanuel-quickley-nba-o61220"/><id>urn:uuid:387b62b3-7b54-495b-9d8f-3b6da646b304</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:51:23.500-04:00</updated><summary>Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley has aggravated his strained right hamstring while working his way back from the injury and will not be available during Toronto's first-round playoff series against Cleveland.</summary></entry><entry><title>NYS sues Trump administration over $73M in highway funding</title><author><name>Laura Figueroa Hernandez</name><email>laura.figueroa@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/hochul-trump-highway-b1qbjwsq"/><id>urn:uuid:37e0ebcc-8cb2-4797-9e99-0d5fc5cc313b</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:44:33.931-04:00</updated><summary>A federal agency said the state had not revoked the commercial driver's licenses of a number of foreign-born drivers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Authorities announce murder charge after Louisiana mall shooting that killed 1 person, injured 5</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/louisiana-mall-shooting-m52844"/><id>urn:uuid:2ac9c396-a768-43e9-a44b-ef369b4e9d06</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:44:15.918-04:00</updated><summary>A 17-year-old has been charged with murder following a deadly shooting at a Louisiana mall that injured five and killed a high school girl, authorities announced on Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Deer Park's Keyonna Waddell found guilty of assault for throwing explosive that led to loss of boyfriend's hand</title><author><name>Michael O&amp;#39;Keeffe</name><email>michael.okeeffe@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/keyonna-waddell-explosive-device-conviction-s19ah4ff"/><id>urn:uuid:484a8d4b-bea6-4d6f-96eb-54c512d1daa5</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:40:11.888-04:00</updated><summary>Keyonna Waddell, 35, threw a device that looked like a stick of dynamite in her boyfriend's bedroom following a 2024 argument at his apartment, Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Blue Jays are moving struggling Jeff Hoffman out of the closer's role</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/blue-jays-jeff-hoffman-l94831"/><id>urn:uuid:d025bd4d-d94c-4eab-a5d1-398357b60619</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:37:54.274-04:00</updated><summary>Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins says the team is moving Jeff Hoffman out of the closer's role.</summary></entry><entry><title>Altman apologizes after OpenAI failed to alert police before Tumbler Ridge killings</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/openai-altman-tumbler-ridge-killings-apology-c31176"/><id>urn:uuid:9651af25-f1c8-40bd-92c4-46e981ef96ae</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:37:38.240-04:00</updated><summary>OpenAI's head, Sam Altman, has apologized for not alerting law enforcement about the online behavior of a person who killed eight people in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Forest takes big step to ensuring Premier League survival by drubbing Sunderland</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/nottingham-forest-sunderland-premier-league-j34753"/><id>urn:uuid:fceb3c19-ba88-41b2-a9ef-bfee9d2b340d</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:32:07.024-04:00</updated><summary>Nottingham Forest has taken a huge step toward ensuring its Premier League survival by beating Sunderland 5-0 away from home.</summary></entry><entry><title>San Diego guts arts funding to balance budget as California cities make deep spending cuts</title><author><name> CalMatters</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/california-cities-budget-cuts-p31367"/><id>urn:uuid:b3a2234e-e40a-4de9-b8f9-9559b2fea4a9</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:27:57.353-04:00</updated><summary>San Diego is slashing funding for arts, libraries and recreation centers, as it stares down a $146 million budget deficit that's forcing unpopular spending cuts.</summary></entry><entry><title>Huntington Station trio charged in alleged murder-for-hire plot involving dental procedure</title><author><name>Nicole Fuller</name><email>nicole.fuller@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/murder-for-hire-plot-long-island-dental-procedure-k6vqd37t"/><id>urn:uuid:72d2355a-6684-4209-b69c-77ab9297d455</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:27:51.501-04:00</updated><summary>Yolany Mejia Carranza, 56, Daniel Kersey, 35, and Aldo Esmizadeh, 70, were indicted in their alleged roles in the August 2022 murder of 23-year-old Byron Martinez.</summary></entry><entry><title>Clark Hunt: Chiefs to unveil stadium renderings later this year ahead of their move to Kansas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/kansas-city-chiefs-clark-hunt-a21243"/><id>urn:uuid:652450a7-713d-4c4c-adfa-d1f8939195d3</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:16:43.860-04:00</updated><summary>The Kansas City Chiefs plan to unveil designs for a new $3 billion domed stadium later this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lens score three times in second half comeback to snatch dramatic draw at Brest</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/lens-brest-ligue1-h47186"/><id>urn:uuid:20d67030-12eb-4969-be30-cb8f9bbed241</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:14:49.333-04:00</updated><summary>Ligue 1 challenger Lens has secured a dramatic point away at Brest to keep its slim title hopes alive.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steve Popper: Knicks approaching Game 4 like their season depends on it</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/steve-popper/knicks-hawks-vif6qekw"/><id>urn:uuid:38ba9aaa-bf68-4198-95a9-280400dfa688</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:13:47.441-04:00</updated><summary>When it comes to making a change to the lineup, "everything is on the table," according to coach Mike Brown.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nation's first state moratorium on data centers vetoed by Maine's governor</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/data-center-moratoriums-maine-janet-mills-p70573"/><id>urn:uuid:cbaeaa8d-a4c2-4a92-b120-b94e9a1e87fe</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:12:34.812-04:00</updated><summary>Maine's Democratic governor has vetoed what would have been the country's first state moratorium on the construction of data centers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lamont's vaccine bill HB 5044 gets final passage in Connecticut Senate</title><author><name> The Connecticut Mirror</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/connecticut-vaccine-recommendations-bill-q60317"/><id>urn:uuid:f430ee50-d4a2-48fb-b91e-2765dee1604e</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:07:52.000-04:00</updated><summary>Connecticut Democrats have given final passage to a controversial vaccine bill with a 22-12 Senate vote.</summary></entry><entry><title>Stacy Lewis calls it a career in hometown Houston at Chevron Championship</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/stacy-lewis-chevron-championship-retirement-c97549"/><id>urn:uuid:848921c0-8d07-4f0f-8f4a-d50fd474ae9f</id><updated>2026-04-24T17:06:06.217-04:00</updated><summary>Stacy Lewis had the best going away party on the LPGA.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cremonese falls into Serie A relegation zone after drubbing at Napoli</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/napoli-cremonese-seriea-p76275"/><id>urn:uuid:5f286421-16a2-40ab-a074-c94395678f75</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:57:49.394-04:00</updated><summary>Scott McTominay has scored and missed a penalty and Napoli has beaten relegation-threatened Cremonese 4-0 in Serie A.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Dakota Supreme Court rules officer names can be kept secret</title><author><name> South Dakota News Watch</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-dakota-supreme-court-marsys-law-police-officers-u93606"/><id>urn:uuid:00e0f036-d561-45f1-8928-ebd8602301b2</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:57:12.057-04:00</updated><summary>The South Dakota Supreme Court has ruled that two police officers involved in a 2024 shootout can have their names protected from public view.</summary></entry><entry><title>Leipzig beats Union Berlin and deals trailblazing coach Marie-Louise Eta another defeat</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/leipzig-union-berlin-eta-female-coach-sexism-h83079"/><id>urn:uuid:af16c5f1-c28a-4ad3-8c5f-2870ca1616cb</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:53:46.558-04:00</updated><summary>Leipzig has defeated Union Berlin 3-1 in the Bundesliga and dealt coach Marie-Louise Eta her second defeat in as many games in charge.</summary></entry><entry><title>Reports: Jim France to step down as NASCAR's chief executive officer, Steve O'Donnell promoted</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/nascar-jim-france-b41228"/><id>urn:uuid:738afce4-a71d-44bc-b640-b270dc1261ea</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:50:35.797-04:00</updated><summary>NASCAR majority owner Jim France is stepping down as chief executive and will be replaced by president Steve O'Donnell, according to multiple reports.</summary></entry><entry><title>Camp Mystic warned of safety plan problems as it seeks to reopen this summer after deadly 2025 flood</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/texas-floods-camp-mystic-r26164"/><id>urn:uuid:79b8bdb6-32f0-4fff-ab87-472102da1919</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:44:26.992-04:00</updated><summary>Texas state regulators found nearly two dozen deficiencies in the emergency operations plan submitted in Camp Mystic's bid to reopen less than a year after 27 children and counselors were killed in a flood.</summary></entry><entry><title>Workers in Santa Clara County, California, put on leave amid child welfare crisis</title><author><name> San José Spotlight</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/child-death-santa-clara-county-employees-leave-d92037"/><id>urn:uuid:dc03cef4-42c2-4614-bfd0-7513eaffa538</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:38:03.383-04:00</updated><summary>A California county is facing scrutiny after another child welfare-related death.</summary></entry><entry><title>Appeals court overturns $8.2 million defamation win for Roy Moore</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/roy-moore-2017-senate-race-d44294"/><id>urn:uuid:513e30b1-5ec2-43c1-b91a-00e63c538559</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:24:05.827-04:00</updated><summary>An appeals court reversed an $8.2 million defamation verdict awarded to Roy Moore against a group that ran ads during the 2017 U.S. Senate race.</summary></entry><entry><title>At 'We Are the Future' summit, students hear about careers in politics, clean energy and construction</title><author><name>Bart Jones</name><email>bart.jones@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/careers-summit-ncc-minorities-yollt5zm"/><id>urn:uuid:97896a0a-3167-42ba-a35e-0b1420fb4fe8</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:18:39.044-04:00</updated><summary>Students listened to political leaders, clean energy company managers and construction firm owners at the event at Nassau Community College.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colombia's leader visits Venezuela for key talks with acting President Delcy Rodríguez</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/petro-delcy-meeting-colombia-venezuela-trump-y16816"/><id>urn:uuid:dad95cc1-08bd-4af8-8f32-9f070aaab49e</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:18:27.093-04:00</updated><summary>Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, has welcomed Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the Miraflores presidential palace in Caracas.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why Fairfield, Montana, is running out of water</title><author><name> Montana Free Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/fairfield-water-shortage-leaking-pipes-drought-f46878"/><id>urn:uuid:aa300df3-1c02-49cb-b060-ca99983e3b0b</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:14:03.402-04:00</updated><summary>Fairfield, Montana, is grappling with a severe water shortage due to aging infrastructure and worsening drought.</summary></entry><entry><title>Will Trump's reclassifying of medical marijuana have any impact on criminal justice reform?</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/marijuana-rescheduling-trump-convictions-o51099"/><id>urn:uuid:8a5c5fef-44b8-4e3b-9683-24a35f4eb47c</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:05:31.550-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration's historic move to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug was cheered by some advocates but for others, it fell far short for the thousands incarcerated for federal cannabis-related convictions.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suozzi touts federal proposal for buffer zones for houses of worship</title><author><name>John Asbury and Matthew Chayes</name><email>matthew.chayes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/buffer-zone-house-worship-mzm5xwdw"/><id>urn:uuid:42477f50-0a22-40e6-92c8-d4addbc8f209</id><updated>2026-04-24T16:01:08.259-04:00</updated><summary>The proposal would carry five-figure fines and prison time for violations under certain circumstances.</summary></entry><entry><title>US Army major in Virginia is charged with plotting to assist separatist fighters in Cameroon</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cameroon-army-nurse-arrested-fort-belvoir-l33127"/><id>urn:uuid:c8457fcb-4b87-46d0-a04d-32f3d097d9b2</id><updated>2026-04-24T15:54:12.059-04:00</updated><summary>A U.S. Army major employed as a nurse on a military base near Washington, D.C., has been charged with conspiring to provide financial and tactical support to separatist fighters in his native Cameroon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wounded Lebanese journalist recounts hours of agony when Israeli strike killed colleague</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lebanon-israel-hezbollah-journalist-killed-amal-khalil-o09640"/><id>urn:uuid:71489003-cceb-4261-85c2-8e94651b14dc</id><updated>2026-04-24T15:52:09.560-04:00</updated><summary>A Lebanese journalist wounded in an Israeli airstrike that killed her colleague describes hours of agony as they waited for help.</summary></entry><entry><title>Matt Campbell is taking a patient approach with his rebuilt Penn State staff and roster</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/penn-state-matt-campbell-w57843"/><id>urn:uuid:66d30b2c-db09-401d-9e52-381def3ce9cd</id><updated>2026-04-24T15:46:08.311-04:00</updated><summary>For the last five months as construction cranes have swung steel beams and other fortifications into place at Beaver Stadium, Matt Campbell has undertaken a massive construction project of his own.</summary></entry><entry><title>The NWSL's Houston Dash enjoy early-season turnaround after years of struggle</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/nwsl-houston-dash-campbell-van-zanten-e27181"/><id>urn:uuid:d86284cc-9cec-42cc-9b68-35293cbfe363</id><updated>2026-04-24T15:45:25.065-04:00</updated><summary>The theme for the Houston Dash this season is "Prove It" and so far they seem to be doing just that.</summary></entry><entry><title>Reports: Giants great Lawrence Taylor hospitalized in New Jersey</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/lawrence-taylor-giants-tqvbnxpt"/><id>urn:uuid:19509120-bfdf-43b1-9178-c2371aedd9c9</id><updated>2026-04-24T15:43:00.846-04:00</updated><summary>The New York Daily News quoted Arthur Aidala, an attorney and friend of Taylor's, saying Taylor is "dealing with some abdominal issues" and that "he is going to be fine."</summary></entry><entry><title>What to know about the fight over whether New York should lose $74M for not revoking immigrant CDLs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/commercial-drivers-license-immigrants-new-york-duffy-w37461"/><id>urn:uuid:8d90c87c-f349-4ac2-847c-04dde0cdaa5f</id><updated>2026-04-24T15:37:54.546-04:00</updated><summary>New York filed a lawsuit Friday to challenge the federal Transportation Department's decision to withhold nearly $74 million in highway money because the state refused to revoke nearly 33,000 questionable commercial driver's licenses for immigrants since an audit uncovered problems last year.</summary></entry><entry><title>TMZ is flexing in Washington, with high-profile results. What took so long?</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/tmz-dc-congress-reporting-celebrity-trump-politics-r01372"/><id>urn:uuid:4d87a43e-ec10-40e6-ad36-c3dea63c28de</id><updated>2026-04-24T15:31:17.466-04:00</updated><summary>TMZ is making a splash in Washington, D.C., bringing its Hollywood-style paparazzi tactics to politics.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arkansas to drop men's and women's tennis for financial reasons</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/arkansas-tennis-e63053"/><id>urn:uuid:3ac322b3-e3c9-4c14-9a0d-d98513a514bf</id><updated>2026-04-24T15:30:38.176-04:00</updated><summary>Arkansas is dropping its men's and women's tennis programs following the 2026 season for financial reasons.</summary></entry><entry><title>How conspiracy theories about missing or dead scientists went from online forums to the White House</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/scientists-missing-dead-conspiracy-theories-l66541"/><id>urn:uuid:aa0ce8aa-ca28-4623-8af3-ffd795e5a679</id><updated>2026-04-24T15:25:41.411-04:00</updated><summary>Speculation about links among a handful U.S. scientists who have died or disappeared in recent years was largely confined to niche online communities less than two months ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>VCU to create memorial for people, most of African descent, whose remains were dumped in a well</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/bones-remains-virginia-vcu-memorial-d44553"/><id>urn:uuid:9083a610-399c-4f7d-9f0f-4b02b4b13763</id><updated>2026-04-24T15:24:22.529-04:00</updated><summary>A Virginia university has approved funding for a memorial for dozens of people, most of African descent, whose bodies were taken from their graves for use by medical students and then dumped in a forgotten well.</summary></entry><entry><title>Babylon's Cafe Il Villaggio closes after 31 years</title><author><name>Marie Elena Martinez</name><email>marieelena.martinez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/cafe-il-villaggio-closes-b08qwr20"/><id>urn:uuid:fa4405b4-918a-4797-9dea-04f43e8f687a</id><updated>2026-04-24T14:51:28.157-04:00</updated><summary>The owners of the family-run eatery are retiring.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nebraska regents approve $600 million renovation of 103-year-old Memorial Stadium</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/nebraska-memorial-stadium-h14225"/><id>urn:uuid:78a5154c-80f9-4a93-8dc1-4f2f5d7459b9</id><updated>2026-04-24T14:29:35.415-04:00</updated><summary>University of Nebraska regents approved a $600 million overhaul of Memorial Stadium that will make the 103-year-old venue more fan-friendly and increase revenue potential for the athletic department.</summary></entry><entry><title>US imposes sanctions on a China-based oil refinery and 40 shippers over Iranian oil</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/treasury-bessent-sanctions-china-iran-oil-r52358"/><id>urn:uuid:ba063ad8-6f60-48c4-8a1b-078c61300100</id><updated>2026-04-24T14:13:11.929-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration is sanctioning a major China-based oil refinery and about 40 shipping companies.</summary></entry><entry><title>Justice Department to allow firing squads for executions in move to ramp up capital punishment</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/death-penalty-firing-squads-justice-department-y97931"/><id>urn:uuid:ff1c4080-2efe-4e64-9d4c-eafa97592a94</id><updated>2026-04-24T14:12:30.556-04:00</updated><summary>The Justice Department will adopt firing squad as a permitted method of execution as the Trump administration moves to ramp up and expedite capital punishment cases.</summary></entry><entry><title>Our government is ignoring obvious affordability solutions</title><author><name>Scott Lincicome</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/affordability-gpxz2blq"/><id>urn:uuid:750ac4c7-5e5e-4576-a0ec-449f5250fb3d</id><updated>2026-04-24T14:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The reality is that there is no 'affordability' silver bullet.</summary></entry><entry><title>State police launch 'Operation Southern Shield' to increase Southern State Parkway traffic enforcement</title><author><name>Alfonso A. Castillo</name><email>alfonso.castillo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/southern-state-parkway-enforcement-aoe6as0t"/><id>urn:uuid:2aae9a2b-0188-4c66-81bc-fcc3de056acd</id><updated>2026-04-24T13:55:40.457-04:00</updated><summary>Less than four months into 2026, three people have already been killed on a 10-mile stretch of the parkway dubbed by police as "Blood Alley."</summary></entry><entry><title>New Acting Lt. Gov. Chosen in Hawaii As Luke Takes Leave Of Absence</title><author><name> Honolulu Civil Beat</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hawaii-sylvia-luke-investigation-leave-of-absence-n48705"/><id>urn:uuid:cfd4286f-6bfe-48bf-8ede-bcf2b87847ec</id><updated>2026-04-24T13:48:49.554-04:00</updated><summary>Hawaii Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke says she is taking an indefinite leave of absence without pay amid an investigation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bay Shore school bus driver who pleaded guilty in sexual abuse of girl sentenced to 16 years in prison</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/miguel-diaz-rape-preteen-bus-driver-p0ekp5w0"/><id>urn:uuid:4c894fab-14fe-4cb9-91c0-a89d6f8f896b</id><updated>2026-04-24T13:40:22.266-04:00</updated><summary>Miguel Enrique Diaz, 49, pleaded guilty to the repeated rape of a 12-year-old girl in his car and in his home, authorities said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Nigeria forward Michael Eneramo, 40, dies of suspected heart attack during game</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/michael-eneramo-nigeria-dies-x15583"/><id>urn:uuid:4e46d4a9-bd29-4780-8a05-ea657bdcc9c8</id><updated>2026-04-24T13:39:39.904-04:00</updated><summary>Former Nigeria forward Michael Eneramo has died after collapsing on the field during a friendly game.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jack Thornell, AP photographer who captured assassination attempt on James Meredith, dies at 86</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/jack-thornell-photographer-meredith-mississippi-pulitzer-h11905"/><id>urn:uuid:5108081d-559c-4373-954b-f218adf1fb42</id><updated>2026-04-24T13:39:17.681-04:00</updated><summary>Jack Thornell, the Associated Press photographer whose picture from an assassination attempt on James Meredith in 1966 won a Pulitzer Prize, has died at age 86.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oceanside's Diana Kutateladze had almost twice the legal BAC in crash that killed 2 people, Nassau DA says</title><author><name>Michael O&amp;#39;Keeffe</name><email>michael.okeeffe@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/fatal-southern-state-parkway-crash-ministers-diana-kutateladze-rmf3e3ik"/><id>urn:uuid:97130e22-9ddf-46ab-ab2c-6683ec306f5c</id><updated>2026-04-24T13:38:22.770-04:00</updated><summary>Diana Kutateladze, 36, was driving 81 mph in a 55 mph zone seconds before the March 15 crash that also left her, her husband and four other people injured.</summary></entry><entry><title>Police identify the body of 1 missing USF student, second still missing as roommate is charged</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/florida-usf-missing-students-bangladesh-h53423"/><id>urn:uuid:6f6eeab4-c20a-4f24-aa3f-f2fde2e4d74b</id><updated>2026-04-24T13:29:42.322-04:00</updated><summary>Law enforcement authorities in Florida say the body of a Bangladeshi doctoral student who went missing with his girlfriend from the University of South Florida has been found on a bridge over Tampa Bay, and his roommate has been taken into custody.</summary></entry><entry><title>Morocco opens $700M skyscraper as it boosts global ambitions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/morocco-new-skyscraper-rabat-mohammed-economy-development-d51493"/><id>urn:uuid:2038a5b7-329a-4608-a150-a4f09408a4b8</id><updated>2026-04-24T13:25:03.614-04:00</updated><summary>A $700 million, 55-story skyscraper has opened in Morocco, highlighting the country's global ambitions.</summary></entry><entry><title>Head-on bus crash near a Pentagon stop injures 23 people, including Defense Department workers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pentagon-bus-crash-q99849"/><id>urn:uuid:367f6d34-b10f-4208-a8b6-adcc19527653</id><updated>2026-04-24T13:19:55.633-04:00</updated><summary>Two buses have crashed head-on near a Pentagon bus stop, injuring 23 people, including Defense Department personnel.</summary></entry><entry><title>Peru police raid ex-election chief's home as ballot shortages spark a widening probe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/peru-election-probe-ballots-corvetto-police-raid-b91789"/><id>urn:uuid:21225404-f789-40d1-b1df-aadb7347477b</id><updated>2026-04-24T13:17:54.912-04:00</updated><summary>Peruvian police have raided the home of Piero Corvetto, the former head of Peru's national election agency.</summary></entry><entry><title>The wide-brimmed Sombrero galaxy is revealed in all its splendor by a telescope in Chile</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sombrero-galaxy-telescope-astronomy-b96743"/><id>urn:uuid:39af4065-3767-427a-a0a4-1b140bcd17ac</id><updated>2026-04-24T13:05:30.776-04:00</updated><summary>The Sombrero galaxy and its glowing halo of stars have never looked this good.</summary></entry><entry><title>Northport day care: State no longer referring families to Learning Experience, a target of alleged abuse investigation</title><author><name>Robert Brodsky</name><email>robert.brodsky@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/learning-experience-northport-abuse-allegations-kq0nrc95"/><id>urn:uuid:4eed33de-f73f-4e50-bac9-119832bb83ed</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:56:04.544-04:00</updated><summary>State records show the facility's licensing status is "pending revocation," indicating that the program has been notified that state officials are moving to rescind its ability to continue operating.</summary></entry><entry><title>Star freshmen Darryn Peterson at Kansas, Cameron Boozer at Duke declare for NBA draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/nba-draft-kansas-darryn-peterson-i65102"/><id>urn:uuid:b3724f48-27a0-405f-b9ac-6ea82340a771</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:49:21.529-04:00</updated><summary>Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson has declared for the NBA draft, a move that had been expected ever since his arrival on campus.</summary></entry><entry><title>Appeals court rules that Trump's asylum ban at the border is illegal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-asylum-appeals-court-f89328"/><id>urn:uuid:cbb5e4fc-1a27-4a3c-82e6-954274f13741</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:42:03.419-04:00</updated><summary>A U.S. appeals court has blocked President Donald Trump's executive order suspending asylum access at the southern border.</summary></entry><entry><title>Romaine releases $897 million capital spending proposal for Suffolk</title><author><name>Joe Werkmeister</name><email>joe.werkmeister@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/romaine-suffolk-kjyv6fl3"/><id>urn:uuid:0b4b31f6-c99d-4ffc-bfe5-b255ced2e351</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:41:15.494-04:00</updated><summary>The county executive told Newsday the budget focuses on "infrastructure needs that have been neglected for so long."</summary></entry><entry><title>'Apex' review: Taron Egerton, Charlize Theron shine as predator and his prey</title><author><name>Robert Levin</name><email>robert.levin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tv/apex-review-t49mjaa8"/><id>urn:uuid:ebe33681-3ff6-43b3-8825-854ba8aba41f</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:38:49.767-04:00</updated><summary>This is a fine action movie, made by people who know what they're doing.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kenyan appeal court overturns ruling that affirmed the right to abortion</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/kenya-abortion-court-appeal-constitution-penal-code-q03966"/><id>urn:uuid:219e0ccb-cfbc-4af6-bf2b-a6e16902fc99</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:36:38.878-04:00</updated><summary>A court of appeal in Kenya has overturned a ruling that affirmed the right to access abortion.</summary></entry><entry><title>Title race in Portugal has Porto and Villas-Boas leading mentor Mourinho at unbeaten Benfica</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/title-races-porto-villasboas-mourinho-thun-hearts-w63390"/><id>urn:uuid:74fe2389-267d-419c-9e0c-472dcc3a9755</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:31:36.784-04:00</updated><summary>Porto holding off Benfica in the Portuguese title race is a rivalry between André Villas-Boas and his one-time mentor José Mourinho.</summary></entry><entry><title>What to know about the Jones Act as the Trump administration extends waiver for 90 days</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/jones-act-trump-trade-g54322"/><id>urn:uuid:4e64f0bf-2849-4092-8144-9b7a0b0c622a</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:26:20.124-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration said it would extend the waiver on a more than a century-old act known as the Jones Act for another 90 days as the war in Iran continues to upend energy markets and supply chains worldwide.</summary></entry><entry><title>The NHL playoffs are nearing a record for penalty shots and it's still the first round</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-penalty-shots-n20925"/><id>urn:uuid:cb7b7741-2084-4015-98ee-56546d4db3d8</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:24:20.990-04:00</updated><summary>The start of the NHL playoffs has already featured more penalty shots than the last three years combined.</summary></entry><entry><title>AI smart glasses will help visually impaired runners take on the London Marathon</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/london-marathon-ai-smart-glasses-v48454"/><id>urn:uuid:e2662f26-2207-4455-9834-9a51c2587d54</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:20:16.668-04:00</updated><summary>Visually impaired runners in London are using AI powered smart glasses to support marathon training and everyday life.</summary></entry><entry><title>Reigning two-time champ Carlos Alcaraz out of French Open due to wrist injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/carlos-alcaraz-french-open-injury-e41866"/><id>urn:uuid:92e8fcaf-59e5-4654-aec3-0474431562c9</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:05:12.303-04:00</updated><summary>Carlos Alcaraz won't play for a third successive French Open title due to a right wrist injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Growing wildfires blamed for death of Florida firefighter and destruction of 120 Georgia homes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/georgia-florida-wildfires-drought-y77732"/><id>urn:uuid:fcd23609-f1d8-42be-a2f7-21e86b7714e2</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:01:36.555-04:00</updated><summary>Officials say a volunteer firefighter has died battling a wildfire in Florida, while two large fires in Georgia have destroyed more than 120 homes.</summary></entry><entry><title>The shadow docket is John Roberts' disappointing legacy</title><author><name>Noah Feldman</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/us-supreme-court-shadow-docket-smuxn07f"/><id>urn:uuid:15873c42-b617-4c8a-b45e-3bde63cc1c6d</id><updated>2026-04-24T12:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>That's surprising for a chief justice who was an advocate of judicial restraint.</summary></entry><entry><title>From tragedy to triumph, the Thunder and their fans bond and put Oklahoma City on the world stage</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/oklahoma-city-thunder-r10464"/><id>urn:uuid:fe8d5200-574d-41b0-9780-085cdf1b33a5</id><updated>2026-04-24T11:50:40.617-04:00</updated><summary>Isaiah Hartenstein never expected a museum visit to change his life.</summary></entry><entry><title>From tragedy to triumph, the Thunder and their fans bond and put Oklahoma City on the world stage</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/oklahoma-city-thunder-standard-k90901"/><id>urn:uuid:7aae73cf-daa6-4c0e-87c3-b0aa55f937b6</id><updated>2026-04-24T11:50:16.777-04:00</updated><summary>Isaiah Hartenstein never expected a museum visit to change his life.</summary></entry><entry><title>Florida finds scheduling far from easy with Haugh, Condon and maybe Chinyelu returning</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/florida-todd-golden-scheduling-i50285"/><id>urn:uuid:60cb7f4b-0e5e-4896-b0cf-a4cd33cccdeb</id><updated>2026-04-24T11:49:54.931-04:00</updated><summary>Anyone looking to play a recent NCAA champion with several returning starters should call Florida.</summary></entry><entry><title>Keith Hernandez expected back in Mets' SNY booth on May 4</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/media/keith-hernandez-mets-sny-gsguhcue"/><id>urn:uuid:cc5c06ec-9b94-4efe-887d-b9ad39ae8dfd</id><updated>2026-04-24T11:29:17.085-04:00</updated><summary>Hernandez is recovering from April 14 back surgery.</summary></entry><entry><title>What's all the buzz about? Melania Trump is growing the White House honey program with a new beehive</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/melania-trump-beehive-honey-white-house-t13641"/><id>urn:uuid:eec93ff4-dbf0-4bdc-aa01-ac8023bd2948</id><updated>2026-04-24T11:24:46.193-04:00</updated><summary>Melania Trump is growing the White House honey program.</summary></entry><entry><title>Millwall fumes after anti-racism booklet shows club's logo on a Ku Klux Klan robe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/millwall-kukluxklan-racism-s11422"/><id>urn:uuid:20c5a67a-329d-4ed7-a859-3d4d4e93540f</id><updated>2026-04-24T11:18:59.521-04:00</updated><summary>An English soccer team's attempts to shake off its rowdy reputation have been damaged by, of all things, a children's anti-racism booklet.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lebanon resident recognizes family crucifix smashed by Israeli soldier in viral image</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lebanon-israel-hezbollah-ceasefire-christianity-f39531"/><id>urn:uuid:f3972baa-d746-453d-b698-3de9b0e88091</id><updated>2026-04-24T11:00:10.932-04:00</updated><summary>A resident of a Christian village in southern Lebanon says he was shocked to see an Israeli soldier smash a crucifix in his garden.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steven Enderley, of West Islip, charged with possessing child pornography, police say</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/child-pornography-possession-arrest-ezab5hoc"/><id>urn:uuid:8a01e578-1776-4a1c-ac65-0ad89df49f65</id><updated>2026-04-24T10:49:17.087-04:00</updated><summary>Steven Enderley, 35, surrendered to authorities, Suffolk police said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Justice Department drops criminal probe of Fed chair Powell, likely clearing the way for Warsh</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/federal-reserve-investigation-powell-justice-department-q87678"/><id>urn:uuid:346cd434-9236-4e4d-b0dc-ebfb53cc2891</id><updated>2026-04-24T10:28:54.473-04:00</updated><summary>The Justice Department has ended its investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, clearing a major roadblock to the confirmation of Kevin Warsh as his successor.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL draft in NIL era includes players taking a pay cut to go from college to the pros</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-college-nil-h81320"/><id>urn:uuid:990931c3-ae22-4bbc-aa31-9cb54d1dc6ce</id><updated>2026-04-24T10:28:07.526-04:00</updated><summary>It might not take long to become a millionaire in the NFL.</summary></entry><entry><title>Inoue-Nakatani fight highlights boxing's surging popularity in Japan</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/boxing/boxing-japan-inoue-nakatani-d09871"/><id>urn:uuid:afa7e1aa-3213-42d1-a218-52072669a4f6</id><updated>2026-04-24T10:24:15.157-04:00</updated><summary>Billed as "The Day," May 2 is turning out to be the biggest-ever occasion for Japanese boxing.</summary></entry><entry><title>After last year's fighting with Thailand, Cambodia readies new conscription law for men aged 18-25</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cambodia-conscription-military-border-war-thailand-k94546"/><id>urn:uuid:93ba0083-7c19-4c8d-9b3b-9fad703437e2</id><updated>2026-04-24T10:19:32.673-04:00</updated><summary>Cambodia's Cabinet has approved a law requiring males aged 18 to 25 to serve two years in the military.</summary></entry><entry><title>What to Stream: 'Wuthering Heights,' Kacey Musgraves, Tori Amos and a double dose of Matthew Rhys</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/stream-tv-music-movies-games-april-may-2026-kacey-y64279"/><id>urn:uuid:cf8f71d5-d3b2-4851-8f78-a065c9decb75</id><updated>2026-04-24T10:18:12.912-04:00</updated><summary>Michael B.</summary></entry><entry><title>FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directive</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/psychedelics-trump-fda-kennedy-drugs-mdma-f93075"/><id>urn:uuid:b304da9a-8be6-4887-b91c-8a0cc0b2cdac</id><updated>2026-04-24T10:05:06.918-04:00</updated><summary>The Food and Drug Administration says it will offer ultra-fast review to three psychedelic drugs being studied for hard-to-treat mental health conditions, including major depression.</summary></entry><entry><title>Meet the baby koala hiding in its mom's pouch at a Florida zoo's new Outback habitat</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/koala-family-habitat-florida-zoo-p22439"/><id>urn:uuid:81f09dab-d324-4bbe-9b53-9f376e37fbdb</id><updated>2026-04-24T10:04:52.915-04:00</updated><summary>The Palm Beach Zoo in Florida has two reasons to celebrate.</summary></entry><entry><title>Locked Capitol doors and more cash for security are the new normal after Minnesota assassination</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/minnesota-capitol-security-political-violence-l68011"/><id>urn:uuid:bb04f1ef-7d11-43d2-a324-85af25abe0c2</id><updated>2026-04-24T10:02:56.474-04:00</updated><summary>State lawmakers across the U.S. are increasing security measures as political violence rises.</summary></entry><entry><title>Claudio's opening Saylor Beach House pop-up in Greenport this season</title><author><name>Marie Elena Martinez</name><email>marieelena.martinez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/claudios-waterfront-2026-lh5rmpcc"/><id>urn:uuid:0b6bf051-fdd3-455f-b6b5-415e1e604403</id><updated>2026-04-24T10:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The main restaurant will reopen for the summer this weekend.</summary></entry><entry><title>Travel tips for affordable summer getaways amid rising costs</title><author><name>The Washington Post</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/summer-flight-prices-sb20t3vr"/><id>urn:uuid:60c6fec0-e550-44f2-82b4-c03fc17d3346</id><updated>2026-04-24T10:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Book as soon as possible for the first half of the peak season, and expect higher prices in Europe and Asia.</summary></entry><entry><title>US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K on Maduro raid is granted bond</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/soldier-charged-polymarket-maduro-raid-b40098"/><id>urn:uuid:04097eaf-00f3-4ea6-b7ee-e0ea48c7b1a0</id><updated>2026-04-24T09:54:07.342-04:00</updated><summary>A U.S. soldier involved with the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been granted bond, a day after being charged with using classified information about the operation to win more than $400,000 in an online prediction market.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kosovo court sentences 3 ethnic Serbs to life, 30 years in prison over 2023 clash</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/kosovo-verdict-banjska-sentence-e97709"/><id>urn:uuid:d245c781-d98c-46e4-9695-8b425008ad80</id><updated>2026-04-24T09:52:15.470-04:00</updated><summary>A court in Kosovo has sentenced two ethnic Serbs to life in prison and another to 30 years over a 2023 clash with police that left four people dead.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brazil star Estevao's World Cup hopes in doubt after injury rules him out for rest of season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/estevao-injury-world-cup-chelsea-b89068"/><id>urn:uuid:08974692-fbff-468d-8fd6-5eb27c9586f7</id><updated>2026-04-24T09:50:39.017-04:00</updated><summary>Brazil forward Estevao's World Cup hopes are in serious doubt after it was confirmed he would miss the rest of the season with a hamstring injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bukayo Saka set to return for Arsenal after a month out injured in Premier League title boost</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/saka-arsenal-n97274"/><id>urn:uuid:9f7ea9b3-2244-49b4-8e86-07a05ea632ee</id><updated>2026-04-24T09:47:26.761-04:00</updated><summary>Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka is set to return after a month out injured for the Premier League title contender's home match against Newcastle on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prestianni gets multi-game ban for insulting Vinícius, could miss 2 World Cup matches for Argentina</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/gianluca-prestianni-vinicius-junior-uefa-ban-y26071"/><id>urn:uuid:b9efbd43-a301-4b80-a242-be206c6857a3</id><updated>2026-04-24T09:37:17.297-04:00</updated><summary>UEFA has handed Benfica midfielder Gianluca Prestianni a six-game ban for verbally abusing Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior in a Champions League game earlier this season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Audi F1 team names sportscar great Allan McNish as racing director after turbulent start to 2026</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/audi-f1-allan-mcnish-f00916"/><id>urn:uuid:35f8aed2-8353-4e1b-b325-82b1f1d32063</id><updated>2026-04-24T09:29:37.511-04:00</updated><summary>Audi has named one of its most successful endurance drivers as the new racing director of its Formula 1 team following the sudden exit of former team principal Jonathan Wheatley.</summary></entry><entry><title>School bus crashes onto porch of Huntington house; no one injured</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/school-bus-crash-porch-house-fy01qzcu"/><id>urn:uuid:704d7e8e-21ee-4df7-9f3b-9bf35a4f873a</id><updated>2026-04-24T09:22:52.959-04:00</updated><summary>The driver and teenager aboard the bus were not injured, police said.</summary></entry><entry><title>After a failed attempt, Australian families again attempt repatriation from Syria's Roj camp</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/roj-camp-syria-australia-islamic-state-families-h77375"/><id>urn:uuid:4f070343-48eb-42e0-8e6c-84ce22366f13</id><updated>2026-04-24T09:04:53.405-04:00</updated><summary>Four Australian families have left a Syrian camp housing people with alleged ties to militants of the Islamic State group.</summary></entry><entry><title>How you store produce can make it last longer</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/produce-storage-fresh-reduce-food-waste-grocery-n99976"/><id>urn:uuid:ec88605f-d972-4835-b3b3-54ad19d6452d</id><updated>2026-04-24T09:01:30.987-04:00</updated><summary>How you store produce can make a major difference in how long it lasts.</summary></entry><entry><title>Norfolk Southern's profit fell 27% as it didn't collect big insurance payments for Ohio derailment</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/norfolk-southern-earnings-union-pacific-railroad-e27083"/><id>urn:uuid:50c09a13-eadb-41af-af46-a2fe8f26ec12</id><updated>2026-04-24T08:54:58.200-04:00</updated><summary>Norfolk Southern railroad's first-quarter profit fell 27% because it didn't collect big insurance payments related to the East Palestine, Ohio, derailment and its planned merger with Union Pacific added to its costs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Spain heads to World Cup with its image battered by cases of racism, sexism and xenophobia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/world-cup-spain-racism-a73159"/><id>urn:uuid:15d291da-0f92-48d4-b565-1d7085fbb6a8</id><updated>2026-04-24T08:43:15.196-04:00</updated><summary>First came the racist abuse against Vinícius Júnior.</summary></entry><entry><title>Palestinians mourn third teenager killed in occupied West Bank this week</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/west-bank-palestinian-teenager-killed-israel-military-x40419"/><id>urn:uuid:d6ad28e6-92b8-48c4-b863-9419ffe7a3f7</id><updated>2026-04-24T08:40:15.294-04:00</updated><summary>Three Palestinian teenagers have been killed in the occupied West Bank this week, with the latest shot dead by Israeli forces during a raid.</summary></entry><entry><title>Congress keeps holding all-nighters, creating dysfunction after dark</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/congress-house-senate-overnight-votes-v43686"/><id>urn:uuid:c171573c-af78-40ed-a274-d8ab491234c9</id><updated>2026-04-24T08:30:29.939-04:00</updated><summary>Late-night votes are an age-old pressure tactic for congressional leaders in both major political parties.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jim Furyk is returning as US Ryder Cup captain for 2027 with Tiger Woods out</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/jim-furyk-ryder-cup-captain-c31171"/><id>urn:uuid:b60f6ed7-1a7e-45c5-baa8-23171a09c72d</id><updated>2026-04-24T08:27:58.242-04:00</updated><summary>The PGA of America has confirmed an AP report that Jim Furyk is the next U.S. Ryder Cup captain.</summary></entry><entry><title>Milan design week draws global creatives and makers despite war and economic worries</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/italy-milan-design-week-furniture-fair-p80580"/><id>urn:uuid:d86aaa06-71dd-4476-a197-777d40d23327</id><updated>2026-04-24T08:27:47.599-04:00</updated><summary>Milan's design week and furniture fair have collided into a vibrant event, drawing design enthusiasts from around the world.</summary></entry><entry><title>What a reporter learned covering a protest in Venezuela led by women hoping to free their loved ones</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/venezuela-political-prisoners-protests-wives-maduro-trump-a94660"/><id>urn:uuid:b0246358-05ea-4aaa-a1e4-7a383dfef33e</id><updated>2026-04-24T08:21:32.201-04:00</updated><summary>Regina Garcia Cano reports on two women protesting the Venezuelan government over their husbands' detentions.</summary></entry><entry><title>Two women risked everything after US raid to protest Venezuela's detentions of their husbands</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/venezuela-political-prisoners-protests-wives-maduro-trump-e28211"/><id>urn:uuid:d21cc20b-6aa9-4769-89c8-1baa3ba9413c</id><updated>2026-04-24T08:20:24.587-04:00</updated><summary>Venezuelan women have spent the year protesting to demand the release of hundreds of political prisoners.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prosecutors used rap lyrics to help send a man to death row in Texas. It's not an uncommon tactic</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/rap-lyrics-trial-evidence-broadnax-b74193"/><id>urn:uuid:757b6457-30d7-4c45-b599-7566e1978315</id><updated>2026-04-24T08:01:11.265-04:00</updated><summary>Attorneys for a Black man scheduled to be executed in Texas say the introduction of rap lyrics he wrote biased an almost all-white jury when they decided to sentence him to death.</summary></entry><entry><title>At Beijing auto show, Chinese carmakers flaunt new technologies as global competition heats up</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/china-autos-evs-beijing-show-q99475"/><id>urn:uuid:e91b61f8-e8a0-4ea7-86bf-a502907a5490</id><updated>2026-04-24T07:54:23.264-04:00</updated><summary>China's top automakers are showcasing their latest models and technologies from intelligent driving to ultrafast charging in Beijing as they compete with global rivals in overseas markets.</summary></entry><entry><title>Correspondents' Dinner's biggest moments involve laughs, cringing and high-stakes politics</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/white-house-correspondents-dinner-moments-obama-trump-r09909"/><id>urn:uuid:7a3c08ad-d884-48c3-af37-6148818fa0fd</id><updated>2026-04-24T07:08:20.995-04:00</updated><summary>The White House Correspondents' Dinner has produced viral moments that were funny, cringeworthy or undeniably tense and that endure across social media.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fernando Martinez, of Copiague, charged in hit-and-run that kills man lying in road</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/fatal-hit-and-run-copiague-dnt6aq3p"/><id>urn:uuid:33eba8b7-4f95-441a-984c-39022a17266d</id><updated>2026-04-24T07:04:36.372-04:00</updated><summary>Police have not yet identified the victim.</summary></entry><entry><title>US launches sweeping crackdown on Southeast Asia cyberscams and sanctions Cambodian senator</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cambodia-myanmar-scams-cybercrime-kok-an-w03637"/><id>urn:uuid:0a072fa5-09cd-4427-a989-6056ac56aebc</id><updated>2026-04-24T07:04:14.412-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. officials have announced a major crackdown on Southeast Asian cyberscam operations controlled by Chinese transnational organized crime.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump dispatches Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for new talks with Iran's foreign minister</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/us-iran-war-hormuz-israel-pakistan-ceasefire-april-24-2026-i34260"/><id>urn:uuid:1cc29348-7a49-4013-9538-4b123404561d</id><updated>2026-04-24T06:56:04.493-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is sending his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to meet with Iran's foreign minister as officials in the South Asian nation push to revive ceasefire talks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Claudio Ranieri is out as Roma adviser after spat with Gian Piero Gasperini</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/claudio-ranieri-roma-gasperini-u99903"/><id>urn:uuid:86ea9602-f49f-4a45-a419-7f2cecb4705d</id><updated>2026-04-24T06:36:56.047-04:00</updated><summary>Claudio Ranieri is out as a special adviser at Roma following a falling out with coach Gian Piero Gasperini.</summary></entry><entry><title>Time runs out for assisted dying bill for England and Wales</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/britain-assisted-dying-bill-k28076"/><id>urn:uuid:98954cd3-433b-4090-a96b-f6e511116941</id><updated>2026-04-24T06:30:35.379-04:00</updated><summary>A proposed bill allowing terminally ill adults in England and Wales to end their lives has failed.</summary></entry><entry><title>Formula 1 returns to Turkey from 2027 on 5-year contract</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/f1-turkey-turkish-grand-prix-o72135"/><id>urn:uuid:87c9ae40-97ba-492f-9299-167d56ac8e92</id><updated>2026-04-24T06:20:22.057-04:00</updated><summary>The Turkish Grand Prix is back on the Formula 1 calendar next season for the first time since 2021, on a five-year agreement.</summary></entry><entry><title>Congolese refugees return from Burundi to take advantage of improved security</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/burundi-congo-refugees-repatriation-l35243"/><id>urn:uuid:d383074a-a9d6-4a35-a536-524be62d9adb</id><updated>2026-04-24T06:12:12.942-04:00</updated><summary>Thousands of Congolese refugees in Burundi have returned home to eastern Congo after Rwandan-backed rebels withdrew from a key town.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Korean prosecutors deny police request for arrest warrant for K-pop mogul behind BTS</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-korea-bang-hybe-bts-k-pop-p08958"/><id>urn:uuid:ed980418-a839-46eb-b89f-354c06823330</id><updated>2026-04-24T06:06:15.493-04:00</updated><summary>South Korean prosecutors have rejected a police request for an arrest warrant for music tycoon Bang Si-Hyuk.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sabres' Dahlin and Bills' Allen arrived in Buffalo in 2018. Both finally sharing in sports success</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/sabres-bills-dahlin-josh-allen-f52496"/><id>urn:uuid:380d968c-84da-4e74-9628-193d3b3afe71</id><updated>2026-04-24T06:00:51.612-04:00</updated><summary>Rasmus Dahlin and Josh Allen arrived in Buffalo mere months apart in 2018 as foundational pieces for two franchises looking ahead to more prosperous futures.</summary></entry><entry><title>Teams focus on defense in Round 2 of the NFL draft with 22 defensive players selected</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-pittsburgh-g46585"/><id>urn:uuid:d9b8f9a8-5bc7-4c6c-9244-9cdc628b884a</id><updated>2026-04-24T06:00:39.133-04:00</updated><summary>Defense was the priority in the second round of the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Name the truth of relationship violence, and focus on prevention</title><author><name>Alyson Ryan</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/guest-essays/emily-finn-relationship-violence-bk9yju5v"/><id>urn:uuid:2457eaca-2d92-4bff-8add-419fa5b9645c</id><updated>2026-04-24T06:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Emily Finn's death has shaken our community, but we can create lasting change.</summary></entry><entry><title>This week in Huntington newsletter: Artists transform an alley into a downtown destination</title><author><name>Deborah S. Morris</name><email>deborah.morris@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/huntington-town-newsletter-fglpsxje"/><id>urn:uuid:6eae59c2-5228-46ce-873b-3db3d89eefb8</id><updated>2026-04-24T06:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A well-used shortcut becomes an art haven, Eve Plumb comes to town, and a local pitcher is Newsday's Athlete of the Week.</summary></entry><entry><title>Czech power company ČEZ signs deal with Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for first small nuclear reactor</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/czech-uk-small-nuclear-reactors-rolls-royce-u63627"/><id>urn:uuid:09bb2f7a-9772-4356-af1b-c747ccb08442</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:54:46.346-04:00</updated><summary>Czech power company ČEZ has signed a deal with U.K. company Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for building the first small modular nuclear reactor in the Czech Republic.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/us-nato-spain-iran-war-suspend-punish-f89258"/><id>urn:uuid:5269e7f9-517c-4b3e-ac5f-1cb96509a9ff</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:41:01.354-04:00</updated><summary>Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is declining to engage in a dispute with the U.S. over reports that the Pentagon is considering punishing NATO members who don't support U.S. operations in the Iran war.</summary></entry><entry><title>After Smithtown fight, officials reveal what really happens in closed-door executive sessions</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/smithtown-council-fight-executive-session-nqor8kp0"/><id>urn:uuid:c8308eac-9cd3-4ce0-a225-09a4676c44aa</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:40:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>There is tension behind the scenes — but the real drama usually plays out in public, politicians past and present said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Syrian authorities arrest ex-intelligence officer tied to a leaked video of a massacre</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/syria-2013-shooting-video-yousef-intelligence-j74649"/><id>urn:uuid:a7fcb575-5543-4755-830d-ee3fdaac014b</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:30:48.920-04:00</updated><summary>Syrian authorities have arrested a former intelligence officer allegedly linked to a video showing the fatal shooting of dozens of people during the country's civil war.</summary></entry><entry><title>England's defensive problems mounting ahead of World Cup with 'bad' injury to versatile Livramento</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/livramento-injury-england-world-cup-o64068"/><id>urn:uuid:aca04d24-89b4-42b3-b6c5-c82fc1632815</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:12:10.683-04:00</updated><summary>Newcastle full back Tino Livramento could miss the rest of the season because of a thigh injury and that jeopardizes his place in England's squad for the World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hempstead proposal would tighten house size limits in Levittown</title><author><name>Ted Phillips</name><email>ted.phillips@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/levittown-house-size-limits-p0i1y3le"/><id>urn:uuid:1291ed99-b7b6-4a13-ad89-21926ba9fe16</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The Hempstead Town Board will hold a hearing on a proposed change to reduce the permitted building area on a Levittown residential lot. Builders are wary about the repercussions.</summary></entry><entry><title>Local meal prep chain Hummus Fit plans $19 million production facility in Islandia</title><author><name>Brianne Ledda</name><email>brianne.ledda@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/hummus-fit-glp-1-food-health-islandia-tgo1pg1e"/><id>urn:uuid:985899ae-3228-427f-918c-70b3f21f6ea3</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The roughly 51,000-square-foot building will become a production hub for the Ronkonkoma-based health food chain and its 22 locations, according to town records.</summary></entry><entry><title>New effort to protect Long Island's groundwater from overpumping, saltwater intrusion</title><author><name>Tracy Tullis</name><email>tracy.tullis@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/environment/saltwater-intrusion-balance-vvtmjbub"/><id>urn:uuid:b7230c0d-d44d-4204-9837-ca6314bc7c52</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>When too much water is pumped from the underground aquifer, it pulls saltwater from offshore to fill the void.</summary></entry><entry><title>Put homeless as priority, Gilgo killer, 'no new wars'</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/homeless-gilgo-killer-no-new-wars-hjnm7ocg"/><id>urn:uuid:bd5460d8-65ab-4055-be77-1ac7d3f9e338</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>West Hempstead woman recounts her recovery from sexual assault and how a Long Island child advocacy center helped</title><author><name>Tiffany Cusaac-Smith</name><email>tiffany.cusaac-smith@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/eac-network-child-advocacy-center-juliana-glaudino-w4qqz6l8"/><id>urn:uuid:8aa6205d-22ac-4c61-8db5-daeabce988f5</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Juliana Glaudino, 21, tells Newsday about her journey and the role a child advocacy center played in it.</summary></entry><entry><title>3 in 10 car shoppers are underwater on their auto loans. If that's you, here's what you need to know.</title><author><name>Brianne Ledda</name><email>brianne.ledda@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/car-shopping-trade-in-lease-loans-xp5m4d0n"/><id>urn:uuid:e0eee705-6c59-440b-a10d-29c88de9ce60</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The average negative equity on a trade-in was $7,183 at the end of the first quarter of 2026, according to a recent Edmunds report, calling it "the second highest quarter on record."</summary></entry><entry><title>Rotavirus cases are on the rise. Here's what to know about the highly contagious disease.</title><author><name>Lisa L. Colangelo</name><email>lisa.colangelo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/rotavirus-contagious-disease-b9kikfok"/><id>urn:uuid:a408756f-9bb2-4dfa-9dfb-24fb9f73e2c5</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Answers to a range of questions about the disease, which can cause severe symptoms in babies and young children.</summary></entry><entry><title>How to join a Long Island community theater production</title><author><name>Tom Schlichter</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/join-community-theater-long-island-c3qvsnd9"/><id>urn:uuid:85d60a49-3ec7-4ef3-8735-a536f7df4794</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Long Island's community theaters are always looking for fresh faces — and not just for the spotlight.</summary></entry><entry><title>Northport day trip: Explore restaurants, shops and events</title><author><name>Carissa Kellman</name><email>carissa.kellman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/northport-staycation-2026-day-weekend-trip-i5nfkvzo"/><id>urn:uuid:cd533e7a-5e47-475b-8961-2fe41255d477</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Spend a day — or a weekend — in this postcard-perfect LI maritime village.</summary></entry><entry><title>3 Long Island choose-your-own pasta and sauce places to try</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/customizable-pasta-eateries-long-island-ctsogqyr"/><id>urn:uuid:14a89962-591b-45fd-895f-a80575e40ec4</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>These LI eateries are turning out quick, fresh meals that won't break the bank.</summary></entry><entry><title>Knicks-Hawks: Will Mike Brown make a lineup change in Game 4?</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/lookahead-to-game-4-bbu9w14h"/><id>urn:uuid:bb57e122-b4e0-4f40-bbf0-b1e544acca52</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Jalen Brunson also needs to step up his game if they are to advance to second round.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gregg Sarra: Garden City-Massapequa high school football game needs to be played at Hofstra</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/gregg-sarra/garden-city-massapequa-football-vpdmojv2"/><id>urn:uuid:d573568a-1420-4064-9440-fb82c6bc0bd1</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The reigning LI champs will play in a Nassau I-II crossover on Sept. 26. But as of now, it's scheduled to be at Massapequa High School.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gilgo Beach serial killer: How task force built case against Rex Heuermann</title><author><name>Anthony M. DeStefano</name><email>tony.destefano@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/gilgo-beach-killings/gilgo-beach-serial-killer-rex-heuermann-case-prosecution-ray-tierney-e5pj5ero"/><id>urn:uuid:a5efa745-3716-4279-bb2a-77b8f89150af</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The chief investigator led the way in weaving troves of evidence into a compelling, legally sound narrative.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why JELL-O chose Islanders game to debut 'first-of-its-kind' JELL-OMETER</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/jellometer-ubs-arena-hzkg493n"/><id>urn:uuid:bf219fa9-a413-4a59-b3b4-6d97495aafe7</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The JELL-OMETER is a red ring of gelatin that sits atop a three-foot electronic platform and wiggles along with crowd noise.</summary></entry><entry><title>Babylon hires Check Valet to help with traffic, parking at Tanner Park summer concerts</title><author><name>Denise M. Bonilla</name><email>denise.bonilla@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/traffic-parking-tanner-park-concerts-vokma1ij"/><id>urn:uuid:a92a8510-da77-46b1-9c0b-c4aae6ae27dd</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The town board approved the hiring of Check Valet, based in Patchogue, at a rate of $30 per hour per worker, with a total contract maximum of $15,000.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shifting U.S.-Israeli politics loom over Suozzi reelection race</title><author><name>Billy House</name><email>billy.house@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/suozzi-israel-lbjryhas"/><id>urn:uuid:0d563ae6-5e3f-4b34-90aa-cf1d1faf6dfd</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The incumbent says he backs Israel, but Republicans say he should speak out against Democrats who don't.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL Draft: Giants' 10th pick has had quite the journey — from Odell Beckham Jr. to Francis Mauigoa</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/tom-rock/giants-nfl-draft-egq7rxwc"/><id>urn:uuid:873195c0-00b6-4ff1-a3d0-41d4daf5c291</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The legacy of Thursday night's 10th overall pick reaches back more than a decade where it started as the 12th pick in 2014.</summary></entry><entry><title>JD Sports, Perfumania to open in Tanger Riverhead in June</title><author><name>Arielle Dollinger</name><email>arielle.dollinger@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/tanger-riverhead-jd-sports-perfumania-qj8h678j"/><id>urn:uuid:0448ffb3-abef-4dd5-968b-cd17b5a1e3d0</id><updated>2026-04-24T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>JD Sports and Perfumania are expected to open in late June.</summary></entry><entry><title>Explosion of invasive 'janitor fish' sparks mass removal operation in Indonesia's capital</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/indonesia-jakarta-janitor-fish-mass-removal-p28031"/><id>urn:uuid:cf4485e1-357a-4844-bb68-144d699c6d8e</id><updated>2026-04-24T04:15:04.723-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities in Indonesia's capital are seeking to remove at least 10 tons of janitor fish from the city's waterways.</summary></entry><entry><title>Japan's Haruki Murakami to publish first new novel in 3 years with 'The Tale of KAHO' in July</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/haruki-murakami-japan-novel-release-kaho-c93196"/><id>urn:uuid:3a749c28-95ff-48ce-8578-75fdea414869</id><updated>2026-04-24T03:40:49.873-04:00</updated><summary>A new book by Haruki Murakami set to be released in early July will mark the first time a full-length novel by the Japanese author features a female main character.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran foreign minister</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-israel-us-lebanon-latest-april-24-2026-b30050"/><id>urn:uuid:727e0a6e-c350-4650-bcbc-c72019a077cb</id><updated>2026-04-24T03:36:47.153-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan on Saturday to continue talks with Iran.</summary></entry><entry><title>China's DeepSeek rolls out a long-anticipated update of its AI model</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/deepseek-ai-china-gpt-v4-q77265"/><id>urn:uuid:dd9f2615-0f90-4017-a30c-8171beb00dc7</id><updated>2026-04-24T03:33:35.359-04:00</updated><summary>DeepSeek, the Chinese artificial intelligence startup that shook up world markets last year, has launched preview versions of its latest major update.</summary></entry><entry><title>Analysis: The US protected ships from Iran in the Strait of Hormuz in the '80s. Could it again?</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-strait-hormuz-closed-us-military-analysis-l15683"/><id>urn:uuid:36563d31-5cbf-49ec-a4dc-b3c3b959f1d2</id><updated>2026-04-24T03:26:52.662-04:00</updated><summary>The United States once protected ships from Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz in the 1980s.</summary></entry><entry><title>A massive, unstable ice block stalls Everest climbers at base camp</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nepal-mount-everest-serac-avalanche-b78504"/><id>urn:uuid:d719d968-ea50-44a8-b1c6-9d6803fb5f6a</id><updated>2026-04-24T03:24:30.189-04:00</updated><summary>A massive ice block on the route above Mount Everest's base camp is delaying climbers seeking to scale the world's highest peak.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prosecutors seek 30-year prison term for South Korea's Yoon for drone flights over Pyongyang</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-korea-yoon-trial-drones-pyongyang-c00126"/><id>urn:uuid:866ec2ce-9d9a-4384-9450-ad4d199e4153</id><updated>2026-04-24T02:51:55.183-04:00</updated><summary>South Korean prosecutors are requesting a 30-year prison term for ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chinese foreign minister and Thai prime minister agree to collaborate on fighting cyberscams</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/thailand-china-wang-yi-visit-anutin-l71821"/><id>urn:uuid:e376b111-1cc5-4af7-9d9f-98449ccbd088</id><updated>2026-04-24T02:46:05.273-04:00</updated><summary>Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has met with Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul during a visit aimed at strengthening the countries' strategic partnership and expanding cooperation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Businesses dole out up to $4 million to cross Panama Canal during Strait of Hormuz chokehold</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/panama-canal-trade-strait-of-hormuz-iran-war-middle-east-shipment-f25141"/><id>urn:uuid:9059fc8d-fffb-4028-839c-c697250b4a62</id><updated>2026-04-24T01:09:01.897-04:00</updated><summary>Businesses have doled out up to $4 million to send ships through the Panama Canal while trying to avoid the Iran war's risks and effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.</summary></entry><entry><title>Plenty of high-end talent available for NFL teams on Day 2 of draft after some early surprises</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-best-available-d95669"/><id>urn:uuid:4c951833-4d6e-438b-b76f-f48040a5d756</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:58:20.917-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Rams made a surprise selection of quarterback Ty Simpson from Alabama with the 13th overall pick in the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Avalanche get a pair of lucky goals and hold off Kings 4-2, taking a 3-0 series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/kings-avalanche-score-d01863"/><id>urn:uuid:c7c9c3ff-a6a9-4b43-b246-0ce993838261</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:45:56.072-04:00</updated><summary>Cale Makar scored the tiebreaking goal, Scott Wedgewood made 24 saves and the top-seeded Colorado Avalanche moved to the brink of the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs with a 4-2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings in Game 3 of their first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>What to know if your flight is canceled amid rising jet fuel costs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/jet-fuel-flight-canceled-refund-passenger-rights-e82702"/><id>urn:uuid:cb214659-4193-404f-9789-32730a63c595</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:34:09.459-04:00</updated><summary>Airlines around the world are canceling flights as the war in the Middle East squeezes global jet fuel supplies and pushes up prices.</summary></entry><entry><title>Intel's best day since 1987 leads the US stock market to more records</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/stock-markets-trump-iran-oil-x79562"/><id>urn:uuid:cdb81656-c378-4fb6-8de3-d63363fde217</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:33:23.189-04:00</updated><summary>A surge for Intel following a blowout profit report led the U.S. stock market to more records, while oil prices kept yo-yoing in the wait for what's next with the Iran war.</summary></entry><entry><title>Violent tornado tears through Oklahoma town, damaging 40 homes but sparing lives</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/oklahoma-tornado-enid-h82760"/><id>urn:uuid:1d156a0a-1bf4-433c-a27e-e557c8f66851</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:32:41.789-04:00</updated><summary>Officials say a powerful storm churned up multiple tornadoes that barreled through Oklahoma, damaging at least 40 homes and sending emergency crews door-to-door in a hard hit neighborhood.</summary></entry><entry><title>Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/marijuana-schedule-cannabis-trump-a32023"/><id>urn:uuid:859c72cb-2846-47e4-ad63-1f88b90c2f0d</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:31:20.791-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump's decision to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug is a boon for the industry.</summary></entry><entry><title>Timberwolves take a 2-1 lead on the Nuggets with a dominant defensive effort in a 113-96 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-playoffs-nuggets-timberwolves-game-3-score-l07619"/><id>urn:uuid:7a9b1e34-52f3-4c76-a476-7d1d37d00a7f</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:23:50.896-04:00</updated><summary>Jaden McDaniels and the Minnesota Timberwolves flexed even more of their defensive muscle against the flagging Denver Nuggets and seized a 2-1 lead in the first-round NBA playoff series with a dominant 113-96 victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tornado sirens send Chiefs draft staff scrambling for shelter before making their first-round pick</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/kansas-city-chiefs-nfl-draft-tornado-warning-q49825"/><id>urn:uuid:b03ed190-1e4c-46da-8037-a66abcd3e800</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:17:58.134-04:00</updated><summary>The Kansas City Chiefs nearly had to make a draft pick while taking shelter from a tornado Thursday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>China will send giant pandas to Atlanta again</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/china-us-pandas-zoo-atlanta-j28194"/><id>urn:uuid:f720d1e0-43ec-4ec7-b6c8-a18f7fcc61e4</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:16:22.475-04:00</updated><summary>China is sending two giant pandas to Zoo Atlanta, the China Wildlife Conservation Association says.</summary></entry><entry><title>PHOTO ESSAY: Chernobyl liquidators return to where they faced an invisible enemy</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ukraine-chernobyl-nuclear-soviet-union-photo-liquidators-b57737"/><id>urn:uuid:bdb5d7d6-2e0b-4e48-9866-464d2bc41523</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:12:06.327-04:00</updated><summary>CHERNOBYL, Ukraine — Their mission was to clean up the worst nuclear accident in history.</summary></entry><entry><title>Georgia blaze shows how climate change has led to more wildfires in the East</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/wildfire-georgia-east-west-climate-change-helene-v40539"/><id>urn:uuid:605f7889-f1ea-4008-a446-70b760f767ed</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:08:41.346-04:00</updated><summary>Wildfires are often thought to be a problem for Western North America, but climate change and other factors are making fires nastier in the East, especially this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Q&amp;A: Apollo astronaut Schmitt talks about getting back to the moon and life in the universe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nasa-moon-mission-artemis-apollo-astronaut-schmitt-f41785"/><id>urn:uuid:3cc254ee-9a70-4495-ba6c-337ac40d5baa</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:07:37.224-04:00</updated><summary>Apollo astronaut Harrison "Jack" Schmitt knows what the Artemis II crew was feeling when it rocketed into space this month for a historic lunar flyby: Pure excitement and the potential for so much more.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Colorado funeral home owner sentenced to 30 years in case that forced industry crackdown</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/colorado-funeral-home-corpse-abuse-sentencing-s87011"/><id>urn:uuid:0810b117-639e-4141-b686-0bdaf82f99a1</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:06:47.706-04:00</updated><summary>A former Colorado funeral home owner who helped her ex-husband hide nearly 200 decomposing bodies has been sentenced to 30 years in prison.</summary></entry><entry><title>Countries to gather in Colombia for summit aimed at breaking fossil fuel reliance</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/conference-santa-marta-fossil-fuels-colombia-global-warming-i70254"/><id>urn:uuid:8f7c4d23-f370-432c-b65f-0eae3f0b6850</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:06:32.646-04:00</updated><summary>Governments from nearly 50 countries will meet in Colombia's Caribbean city of Santa Marta to discuss how to move beyond fossil fuels, amid frustration that U.N. climate talks have failed to directly tackle oil, gas and coal production.</summary></entry><entry><title>A tiny Arctic village in Alaska is trying to revive its polar bear tourism industry</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/alaska-native-village-polar-bear-tourism-t73347"/><id>urn:uuid:06437a79-68c6-476a-ad60-03afcc3bd0aa</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:05:57.610-04:00</updated><summary>A small Indigenous village in Alaska wants to reclaim its status as a top spot for polar bear tourism.</summary></entry><entry><title>Democrat Josh Shapiro tests political muscle in swing-state Pennsylvania's midterms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/pennsylvania-trump-shapiro-midterms-test-contender-2028-l26969"/><id>urn:uuid:0dcfa166-702e-4624-8479-a8f2c4615255</id><updated>2026-04-24T00:00:24.894-04:00</updated><summary>Josh Shapiro may be heavily favored to win reelection as Pennsylvania governor, but that doesn't mean there isn't a lot on the line for him this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>The 49ers make 2 trades down and end up with no 1st -rounders for the 3rd time in 30 years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-49ers-c61187"/><id>urn:uuid:5d56360b-0029-4d51-a02a-b5c4bb4c99ad</id><updated>2026-04-23T23:53:48.016-04:00</updated><summary>The San Francisco 49ers sat out the first round of the NFL draft, making two trades down after the players they targeted went off the board earlier.</summary></entry><entry><title>Seahawks select running back Jadarian Price of Notre Dame with No. 32 pick in NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-seahawks-u43657"/><id>urn:uuid:087be579-1c44-41ae-8fca-a15b54418ac2</id><updated>2026-04-23T23:33:03.842-04:00</updated><summary>The Seattle Seahawks selected Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price with the 32nd overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Buffalo Bills complete 3 deals to add selections while moving out of first round of the NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/buffalo-bills-draft-v38702"/><id>urn:uuid:5b3f191d-9d0d-4cbf-9ab1-419dacd6b80b</id><updated>2026-04-23T23:26:16.328-04:00</updated><summary>Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane chose to add draft picks rather than make a selection by completing three trades and move entirely out of the first round of the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets survive against Twins at Citi Field, win wild game</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-twins-jvkdeyg8"/><id>urn:uuid:d2d558d1-db64-4d12-836a-b0a89f0b2e71</id><updated>2026-04-23T23:01:50.205-04:00</updated><summary>Bo Bichette's three-run double in the eighth inning broke a 7-7 tie, and Devin Williams bent but didn't break in the ninth.</summary></entry><entry><title>Patriots select Utah left tackle Caleb Lomu with 28th pick in NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/patriots-nfl-draft-s21015"/><id>urn:uuid:4f9e0892-c7c4-4afc-b843-a2f4c6a693d0</id><updated>2026-04-23T23:01:10.821-04:00</updated><summary>The New England Patriots selected offensive tackle Caleb Lomu with the 28th pick in the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texans trade up to grab Georgia Tech guard Keylan Rutledge at No. 26</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/texans-draft-l79538"/><id>urn:uuid:b1868d2b-e8c1-4920-9d40-f34428df5ee6</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:52:16.007-04:00</updated><summary>The Houston Texans selected Georgia Tech offensive guard Keylan Rutledge with the 26th overall pick in the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Barnes, Barrett each score 33 as Raptors beat Cavaliers 126-104 to cut series deficit to 2-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/cavaliers-raptors-score-x65340"/><id>urn:uuid:f56edbab-ca8c-4e1f-a26d-d4509227a772</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:48:44.186-04:00</updated><summary>Scottie Barnes set career playoff highs with 33 points and 11 assists, RJ Barrett added a career playoff-high 33 points and the Toronto Raptors beat Cleveland 126-104 on Thursday night, snapping a 12-game playoff losing streak against the Cavaliers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bears add secondary help, draft Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with No. 25 pick in NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-chicago-bears-a92128"/><id>urn:uuid:0048e138-6fde-4aa9-927f-467d333770cb</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:45:16.287-04:00</updated><summary>The Chicago Bears got some secondary help, selecting Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with the No. 25 pick in the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steelers, new coach Mike McCarthy select offensive tackle Max Iheanachor 21st in NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/steelers-nfl-draft-iheanachor-c39129"/><id>urn:uuid:f089c60b-b7ce-47f5-af10-a31d958d5a6f</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:41:56.941-04:00</updated><summary>The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Arizona State offensive tackle Max Iheanachor in front of their hometown crowd with the No. 21 pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kona Gold, Christophe Clement and John Shirreffs elected to racing Hall of Fame</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/racing-hall-of-fame-john-shirreffs-e37765"/><id>urn:uuid:b792e0b3-7d40-423e-9040-492e51c92121</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:39:04.465-04:00</updated><summary>Kona Gold and late trainers Christophe Clement and John Shirreffs have been elected to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chargers take Miami defensive end Akheem Mesidor at No. 22 in NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-chargers-akheem-mesidor-m30034"/><id>urn:uuid:ee1f9733-2dee-4226-8501-0e5f7ecdc6b3</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:34:33.943-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Chargers selected defensive end Akheem Mesidor of Miami with the 22nd pick in the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hempstead woman charged in alleged attack on her toddler daughter</title><author><name>Nicholas Grasso</name><email>nicholas.grasso@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/nassau-county-district-attorney-anne-donnelly-toddler-daughter-cp061i0d"/><id>urn:uuid:ee699d44-ad1f-42f1-8362-dbf9d4e4b074</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:31:15.111-04:00</updated><summary>Chantel Barnes, 28, is accused of swinging her 21-month-old daughter and striking the child's head against a concrete wall, Nassau prosecutors said.</summary></entry><entry><title>High school roundup: Boys and girls lacrosse, baseball and softball, plus flag football</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/high-school-roundup-b8ap662h"/><id>urn:uuid:96ccb9c6-af7a-4ec1-ac02-3429685cef6e</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:23:22.328-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of Long Island high school sporting events from Wednesday and Thursday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Eagles trade up for USC star Makai Lemon as A.J. Brown looms on the trading block</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-eagles-n56394"/><id>urn:uuid:8ac32dc0-9141-428d-9a7a-7f519c87c1dc</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:16:06.280-04:00</updated><summary>The Philadelphia Eagles have selected USC receiver Makai Lemon with the 20th pick in the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hurricanes beat the Senators 2-1 to take a 3-0 series lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/hurricanes-senators-score-nhl-stanley-cup-y82885"/><id>urn:uuid:fbd2a4a1-b0b9-4ddb-bbc7-b0fbd15941ab</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:15:24.666-04:00</updated><summary>Jackson Blake broke a tie late in the second period, Frederik Andersen made 21 saves and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Ottawa Senators 2-1 on Thursday night to take a 3-0 lead in the first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vikings use first-round pick on Florida DT Caleb Banks, who broke his foot before the combine</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-vikings-g84180"/><id>urn:uuid:e2e33857-6b01-40aa-bd34-2e62063f64e8</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:14:55.240-04:00</updated><summary>The Minnesota Vikings selected Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks with the 18th pick in the first round of the NFL draft, adding some interior bulk and athleticism with a raw prospect whose recent injury likely pushed him down the board.</summary></entry><entry><title>Buccaneers select edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. No. 15, hoping to bolster inconsistent pass rush</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/buccaneers-nfl-draft-r14194"/><id>urn:uuid:386f7f86-b50c-463c-9856-d96025ca1248</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:12:41.207-04:00</updated><summary>The Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. with the 15th pick in the NFL draft, addressing a need to bolster a leaky defense that wasn't as reliable as usual last season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Panthers select Georgia OT Monroe Freeling with the 19th pick in the NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/panthers-draft-l76228"/><id>urn:uuid:a5de9140-1b21-456e-a3a3-f2fded6364d7</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:12:18.057-04:00</updated><summary>The Carolina Panthers selected offensive tackle Monroe Freeling from Georgia with the 19th overall pick in the NFL draft, adding stability for a position in flux.</summary></entry><entry><title>Knicks drop Game 3 to Hawks, trail 2-1 in first-round series</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-hawks-game-3-tw3e0tlw"/><id>urn:uuid:284db198-1fcf-4c9e-9cf7-f3c2644ebabb</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:05:47.946-04:00</updated><summary>The Knicks got behind early, rallied for a late lead, but could not convert on the final possession.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suns guard Devin Booker fined $35,000 for public criticism of officials after Thunder game</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/suns-booker-fined-technical-f37646"/><id>urn:uuid:8d760339-ea60-475e-9e76-5f54116eb026</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:04:53.018-04:00</updated><summary>Phoenix Suns All-Star guard Devin Booker was fined $35,000 for public criticism of officiating following the team's Game 2 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bob Baffert names record $10.5M colt Zedan after it joins his Santa Anita stable</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/horse-racing-x61667"/><id>urn:uuid:5d161afb-7e60-43cf-a005-c5295939c0a6</id><updated>2026-04-23T22:01:35.192-04:00</updated><summary>A colt named Zedan was sold for a record $10.5 million and has joined Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert's stable at Santa Anita.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lions take Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller with No. 17 pick in NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-detroit-lions-i72530"/><id>urn:uuid:77933a24-ec97-4cf3-9b47-17c7c6cdef1d</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:58:33.192-04:00</updated><summary>The Detroit Lions selected Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller with the No. 17 overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ravens take Penn State guard Olaivavega Ioane with 14th pick, opting to shore up offensive line</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/baltimore-ravens-draft-h56408"/><id>urn:uuid:c78ff404-d267-45ec-8b97-3a191a0165cb</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:53:11.967-04:00</updated><summary>The Baltimore Ravens took Penn State guard Olaivavega Ioane with the 14th pick in the draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sabres rally to beat Bruins 3-1, take 2-1 lead in NHL playoff series</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-boston-bruins-buffalo-sabres-m84904"/><id>urn:uuid:3fe5ba48-8e49-4912-95ba-74115c44d142</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:51:54.903-04:00</updated><summary>Bowen Byram scored a minute after Boston missed a penalty shot, and Alex Tuch broke a third-period tie to help Buffalo come from behind and beat the Bruins 3-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rams choose QB Ty Simpson at No. 13, securing their successor for Matthew Stafford</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-rams-o41421"/><id>urn:uuid:e474c367-1e74-4999-ba9e-283a06d46960</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:42:31.756-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Rams chose Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nuggets rule Aaron Gordon out of Game 3 against the Timberwolves with tightness in his calf</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-playoffs-nuggets-gordon-injury-a23486"/><id>urn:uuid:6fb759e2-7105-4eb7-a36c-8c043cdf658f</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:37:24.185-04:00</updated><summary>Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon was ruled out of Game 3 of the first-round NBA playoff series at Minnesota because of tightness in his left calf muscle.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rebuilding Dolphins select OT Kadyn Proctor and CB Chris Johnson in 1st round of NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-dolphins-s81285"/><id>urn:uuid:245e6701-e534-44b7-b59d-2f172441d58a</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:25:31.023-04:00</updated><summary>The Miami Dolphins selected Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor 12th overall, then traded up to pick San Diego State cornerback Chris Johnson at No. 27 on Thursday night in the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cowboys get Ohio State's Downs and UCF's Lawrence in NFL draft after moving twice in 1st round</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-cowboys-q58848"/><id>urn:uuid:191fb0a6-c056-4b04-8603-eb368c878dbb</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:25:22.569-04:00</updated><summary>The Dallas Cowboys went defense with both of their first-round picks in the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Browns take Utah offensive tackle Spencer Fano, Texas A&amp;M wide receiver KC Concepcion in 1st round</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-browns-s09008"/><id>urn:uuid:e3d46b0a-8153-4ea8-9fbe-694dc24eb4b0</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:16:38.269-04:00</updated><summary>Cleveland picked Utah offensive tackle Spencer Fano ninth overall after trading down three spots with Kansas City in the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Syosset boys lacrosse's Brody Waxer scores OT goal in win over Farmingdale</title><author><name>Brian Heyman</name><email>brian.heyman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-lacrosse/nassau-boys-lacrosse-farmingdale-syosset-game-v2sbv0m3"/><id>urn:uuid:16212298-b1ef-421b-810d-ccd05d16cf4c</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:13:14.873-04:00</updated><summary>The senior's fourth goal capped a stirring comeback victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saints draft Arizona State receiver Jordyn Tyson 8th overall</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-saints-jordan-tyson-n15462"/><id>urn:uuid:1dbe4252-312e-4a56-81ad-3aa824e44ab9</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:12:16.887-04:00</updated><summary>The New Orleans Saints have selected Arizona State receiver Jordyn Tyson with the eighth pick in the NFL draft, adding a potential playmaker to a position group that could use one.</summary></entry><entry><title>Erik Boland: Yankees' Cam Schlittler, a Massachusetts native, shuts down Red Sox to complete sweep</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/erik-boland/yankees-red-sox-schlittler-me3q8wjs"/><id>urn:uuid:f75b2139-be14-40cd-9b89-59239b7348cb</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:03:22.245-04:00</updated><summary>The righthander allowed two runs (one earned) and four hits in eight innings to improve to 3-1 with a 1.77 ERA.</summary></entry><entry><title>Commanders select Ohio State LB Sonny Styles with the 7th pick in the NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-washington-commanders-h38776"/><id>urn:uuid:e003b535-1fab-4a9d-aacf-98f42897d5c5</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:01:58.739-04:00</updated><summary>The Washington Commanders have selected Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles with the No. 7 pick in the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL Draft: 3 things to know about Giants' first-round picks Arvell Reese and Francis Mauigoa</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/arvell-reese-facts-qas6bfkh"/><id>urn:uuid:880f496e-d9c2-4cab-9568-b52388d1640e</id><updated>2026-04-23T21:00:12.726-04:00</updated><summary>The Giants took Reese at No. 5 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft and then selected Mauigoa 10th overall.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chiefs trade up to draft LSU CB Mansoor Delane at No. 6, pick Clemson DT Peter Woods at No. 29</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-kansas-city-chiefs-u01442"/><id>urn:uuid:b5271dc7-8a47-42c9-99dc-52108fc1bdbf</id><updated>2026-04-23T20:57:58.399-04:00</updated><summary>The Kansas City Chiefs made two big moves to strengthen their defense on the first night of the NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nelly Korda off to a fast start with a 65 to lead by 2 in The Chevron Championship</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/nelly-korda-chevron-championship-lpga-major-g88306"/><id>urn:uuid:dfbb304f-7c98-4bc9-abaa-3d9891ee0739</id><updated>2026-04-23T20:57:26.128-04:00</updated><summary>Nelly Korda is back to playing great golf and the first LPGA major is no exception.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Titans take receiver Carnell Tate at No. 4, trade up for edge rusher Keldric Faulk</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-titans-d90581"/><id>urn:uuid:0441767f-efcc-42fe-94bf-37ed65d8ec36</id><updated>2026-04-23T20:45:45.466-04:00</updated><summary>The Tennessee Titans have taken Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate at No. 4 overall in the NFL draft, choosing to give quarterback Cam Ward someone to help immediately.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL Draft: Giants take Ohio State edge rusher Arvell Reese at No. 5, Miami tackle Francis Mauigoa at No. 10</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-draft-e388oofb"/><id>urn:uuid:9a4d61f6-34d7-46ba-8655-90f3717076b6</id><updated>2026-04-23T20:40:03.807-04:00</updated><summary>Arvell Reese, widely expected to go in the top three picks, was available at No. 5 after the two teams ahead of the Giants went with offensive players.</summary></entry><entry><title>St. John's gets commitment from Columbia guard Avery Brown</title><author><name>Roger Rubin</name><email>roger.rubin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/st-johns/st-johns-basketball-avery-brown-uy1apul0"/><id>urn:uuid:e71efc74-19d0-4e59-9860-7cd2113ecaff</id><updated>2026-04-23T20:37:28.274-04:00</updated><summary>Brown is coming off injury-shortened season but averaged 11.1 points and 2.8 assists in 27.4 minutes in his last full season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Japanese side Machida Zelvia faces Al-Ahli in Asian Champions League Elite final</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/asian-champions-league-elite-f96876"/><id>urn:uuid:2b95acc2-ac26-4e1e-8dd8-8775ec234fe6</id><updated>2026-04-23T20:36:29.507-04:00</updated><summary>A troubled AFC Champions League Elite playoff stage, beset by international conflict, low attendance and controversial refereeing decisions, concludes Saturday when Japan's Machida Zelvia faces Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli in the final.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cardinals select Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love with No. 3 pick as they start rebuild under LaFleur</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/arizona-cardinals-draft-j95321"/><id>urn:uuid:7cca2f90-3933-49d1-a7f0-a8760c0e24fc</id><updated>2026-04-23T20:31:14.273-04:00</updated><summary>The Arizona Cardinals selected Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love with the No. 3 overall selection in the NFL draft on Thursday night, giving first-year coach Mike LaFleur arguably the best offensive playmaker on the board.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL Draft: 3 things to know about new Jets David Bailey, Kenyon Sadiq and Omar Cooper Jr.</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/david-bailey-facts-js95o2yz"/><id>urn:uuid:65aaef75-2961-42dd-bfe1-5057715f2720</id><updated>2026-04-23T20:23:06.880-04:00</updated><summary>The Jets made Bailey the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL Draft, took Sadiq at No. 16 and then traded back in the first round to select Cooper at No. 30.</summary></entry><entry><title>Raiders pin their hopes on Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-raiders-mendoza-a13857"/><id>urn:uuid:7ff02ce3-a2a0-4196-8ca4-a5561673fcc3</id><updated>2026-04-23T20:18:43.060-04:00</updated><summary>The Las Vegas Raiders selected Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza as their franchise quarterback with the top overall pick in Thursday night's NFL draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL Draft: Jets select Texas Tech's David Bailey, Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq and Indiana's Omar Cooper in Round 1</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-draft-s7vsjj40"/><id>urn:uuid:3e050bab-164c-4523-aff2-dc474232c181</id><updated>2026-04-23T20:17:58.904-04:00</updated><summary>The club traded back into the first round to select wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. of Indiana with the 30th overall pick.</summary></entry><entry><title>SNY's Mets broadcast switches to Spanish for some viewers</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/media/mets-sny-p9d5m50d"/><id>urn:uuid:2b5cd00e-2536-4ebb-a7b2-296d85d49d1c</id><updated>2026-04-23T20:08:30.134-04:00</updated><summary>The glitch, which occurred for a second straight night, appeared to be mainly affecting viewers watching on Verizon Fios.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tennessee forward Nate Ament declares for the NBA draft after 1 season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/tennessee-nate-ament-nba-draft-u87783"/><id>urn:uuid:94ff02f5-ced8-45b3-b352-f53a7a1e9095</id><updated>2026-04-23T19:54:56.883-04:00</updated><summary>Tennessee forward Nate Ament declared Thursday that he's heading to the NBA draft after one season in college.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Lennon: Mets losing Francisco Lindor may be their breaking point</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/david-lennon/francisco-lindor-mets-w99li5wl"/><id>urn:uuid:45d0b8d6-1644-4a91-9b62-fd93cbd77662</id><updated>2026-04-23T19:45:21.357-04:00</updated><summary>The $341 million shortstop's calf strain is expected to keep him out longer than Juan Soto was out, and that produced a 12-game losing streak.</summary></entry><entry><title>Key takeaways from a report into the deadly plane crash at LaGuardia Airport</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/laguardia-plane-crash-air-canada-report-b05746"/><id>urn:uuid:df585813-6590-44ee-83c6-9f19d2460522</id><updated>2026-04-23T19:41:05.631-04:00</updated><summary>Federal investigators have released a preliminary report on last month's deadly airplane crash at a New York City airport.</summary></entry><entry><title>Inside the NFL draft suits: Family photos, sponsor art and a comic book reveal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-fashion-g78793"/><id>urn:uuid:76b5192a-229f-4b64-bae6-259de739ece0</id><updated>2026-04-23T19:40:30.457-04:00</updated><summary>Preparing for any big show means dressing up and bringing style to the red carpet.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mexico's soccer league moves to end multi-club ownership with Atlas, Mazatlán sales</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/atlas-mazatlan-pachuca-liga-mx-x87189"/><id>urn:uuid:0e9c3199-4f47-47d0-b9b6-a2855cc13034</id><updated>2026-04-23T19:39:50.290-04:00</updated><summary>Mexico's top-flight soccer league is moving to end multi-club ownership.</summary></entry><entry><title>Three Long Islanders charged in carjacking, robbery scheme, prosecutors say</title><author><name>Michael O&amp;#39;Keeffe</name><email>michael.okeeffe@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/carjacking-robbery-scheme-tfxsyq51"/><id>urn:uuid:447d82c1-7544-4dd2-a4ff-a7cb2122c4d5</id><updated>2026-04-23T19:34:11.869-04:00</updated><summary>The Long Islanders are among six defendants charged by federal prosecutors.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool gets a blue coating as Trump tackles renovation project</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lincoln-memorial-reflecting-pool-trump-h52063"/><id>urn:uuid:f043dfba-549c-4378-a960-26f9de9936b9</id><updated>2026-04-23T19:20:54.557-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is having the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool coated in a swimming pool surface hued in "American flag blue," covering a decades-old granite surface that he said was "leaking like a sieve" and would take years to replace.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fitzpatrick brothers 6 shots behind Smalley and Springer at Zurich Classic</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/zurich-fitzpatrick-lowry-koepka-smalley-springer-u23402"/><id>urn:uuid:2763a013-fe29-48db-ae38-48249a5cff05</id><updated>2026-04-23T19:19:02.930-04:00</updated><summary>Matt Fitzpatrick, fresh off his RBC Heritage victory, teamed with younger brother Alex to shoot an 8-under 64 in better-ball play Thursday in the Zurich Classic, leaving the English duo six shots behind Alex Smalley and Hayden Springer.</summary></entry><entry><title>Austin Reaves is upgraded to questionable for Lakers in first-round Game 3 against Rockets</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/lakers-austin-reaves-rockets-x72257"/><id>urn:uuid:fafbfb64-4d9d-49dd-aebb-45264512094e</id><updated>2026-04-23T19:18:37.932-04:00</updated><summary>Austin Reaves has been upgraded to questionable for Game 3 of the Los Angeles Lakers' first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Two ways of calculating': Trump defends his mathematically impossible calculations on drug prices</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/trump-fake-math-drug-price-reductions-w77648"/><id>urn:uuid:51eb8a68-72f9-4790-84a7-a2468fad7d5e</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:54:54.316-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump, known for popularizing the term "fake news," seems to have shifted focus to a healthy dose of fake math in defending impossibly large cuts to prescription drug prices.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sheets celebrates 30th birthday with go-ahead 3-run HR as Padres rally to beat Rockies 10-8</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/padres-rockies-score-i41637"/><id>urn:uuid:f72016a2-7cab-461a-9cad-1204d3a9719b</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:45:19.323-04:00</updated><summary>Gavin Sheets hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the ninth inning and Miguel Andujar had three RBIs as the San Diego Padres rallied to beat the Colorado Rockies 10-8.</summary></entry><entry><title>Albany leaders, get the budget done</title><author><name>The Editorial Board</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/editorials/nys-budget-negotiations-jbtg8n84"/><id>urn:uuid:35b78de6-472b-4927-8a07-dcfb69f32faf</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:44:25.173-04:00</updated><summary>The three people in the room to come out of the room with a budget.</summary></entry><entry><title>Benintendi's tiebreaking 3-run homer in 9th lifts White Sox over Diamondbacks 4-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-diamondbacks-score-t88082"/><id>urn:uuid:9c4830f1-fd64-4c7d-b70c-9768e041d157</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:40:45.111-04:00</updated><summary>Andrew Benintendi hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the ninth inning that lifted the Chicago White Sox over the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-1 for their third win in four games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sevilla's relegation fears grow after 2-0 loss to Levante in Spanish League</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/sevilla-levante-relegation-spain-la-liga-w70314"/><id>urn:uuid:5a836e29-60bf-45ff-91ff-52bec99ca3e1</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:39:38.322-04:00</updated><summary>Sevilla's struggles continued with a 2-0 loss at Levante that kept the club only one point above the relegation zone in the Spanish league.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump administration vows crackdown on Chinese companies 'exploiting' AI models made in US</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ai-china-us-model-distillation-kratsios-i53298"/><id>urn:uuid:99c5bce0-908b-48d1-ac86-af8f4e7f361f</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:37:59.720-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration is vowing to crack down on foreign tech companies' exploitation of U.S. artificial intelligence models, singling out China at a time that country is narrowing the gap with the U.S. in the AI race.</summary></entry><entry><title>George Pickens is planning to sign $27.3 million franchise tag with Cowboys, AP sources say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/cowboys-george-pickens-y49831"/><id>urn:uuid:e04169f0-3636-4ad6-9fa1-ff1a08be44d6</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:24:02.285-04:00</updated><summary>Two people with knowledge of the decision say Dallas Cowboys receiver George Pickens is planning to sign the $27.3 million franchise tag.</summary></entry><entry><title>Anthony Barbato, of Islip Terrace, files $65M lawsuit against Suffolk police, alleging civil rights violations</title><author><name>Michael O&amp;#39;Keeffe</name><email>michael.okeeffe@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/suffolk-county-polide-department-civil-rights-violation-lawsuit-xqmmxdad"/><id>urn:uuid:5fa2c1bc-98a2-4aa6-815e-81d2614699fc</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:23:40.169-04:00</updated><summary>The lawsuit, filed Tuesday, said Suffolk police violated the civil rights of Anthony Barbato, of Islip Terrace, during a Jan. 23, 2025 incident.</summary></entry><entry><title>US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K Polymarket bet on Maduro raid</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/solider-justice-department-polymarmet-q85305"/><id>urn:uuid:04441fde-f6eb-4902-82db-7d7d62fe4079</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:12:40.070-04:00</updated><summary>A U.S. soldier involved in the military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been charged with using classified information about the mission to win more than $400,000 in an online betting market.</summary></entry><entry><title>Georgia Republican pleads not guilty to wire fraud charge in Ponzi scheme</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/frost-liberty-ponzi-georgia-wire-fraud-federal-b78890"/><id>urn:uuid:16910e39-bee4-453c-81cc-1d72f6666604</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:12:10.099-04:00</updated><summary>Federal prosecutors have charged Edwin Brant Frost IV with wire fraud for allegedly running a $156 million Ponzi scheme.</summary></entry><entry><title>Glasnow, Scott combine for 1-hitter as the Dodgers beat the Giants 3-0 to avoid series sweep</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-giants-score-v52416"/><id>urn:uuid:8a74b0d2-809b-40c8-88b2-584e008f6acc</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:10:59.533-04:00</updated><summary>Tyer Glasnow and Tanner Scott combined on a one-hitter and the Los Angeles Dodgers avoided a three-game series sweep with a 3-0 win over the San Francisco Giants.</summary></entry><entry><title>Freeport man who pleaded guilty to rape charge asks judge to vacate conviction after being deported while awaiting sentencing</title><author><name>Janon Fisher</name><email>janon.fisher@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/alex-morales-dominguez-freeport-rapist-deportation-pxeucnvh"/><id>urn:uuid:a8e1c926-892e-44b0-88e1-54e849bd2e2d</id><updated>2026-04-23T18:10:48.056-04:00</updated><summary>The defendant pleaded guilty in October 2025 to third-degree rape in exchange for a 6-month jail sentence, with 10 years of post-release supervision, under a deal with prosecutors that was signed off on by a judge.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lawmakers OK bill allowing NYS to set own vaccination standards</title><author><name>Yancey Roy</name><email>yancey.roy@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/kathy-hochul-vaccination-schedule-robert-kennedy-st7u73b7"/><id>urn:uuid:c3163235-a915-4030-ae4f-29195480e0a6</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:57:34.528-04:00</updated><summary>The important change is the state would no longer be tied, by statute, to recommendations from a federal body known as the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.</summary></entry><entry><title>Last-gasp backheel goal sends Stuttgart past Freiburg to German Cup final against Bayern</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/german-cup-stuttgart-freiburg-dfb-pokal-r83502"/><id>urn:uuid:ec2d968a-ed71-4df4-9ef4-63c1b245491d</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:56:16.433-04:00</updated><summary>Tiago Tomás' spectacular 119th-minute backheel goal sent Stuttgart back to the German Cup final with an extra-time 2-1 win over Freiburg to keep its title defense rolling.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man who helped fellow runner across Boston Marathon finish line says it was natural instinct to help</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/boston-marathon-fall-helped-runners-p82698"/><id>urn:uuid:bd0480de-b0f8-41f9-890e-01db26411a7d</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:55:49.245-04:00</updated><summary>One of two men who helped carry a fellow runner across the finish line of the Boston Marathon said he had been struggling earlier himself but drew strength from the supportive crowd.</summary></entry><entry><title>LIRR president Rob Free optimistic strike can be averted</title><author><name>Alfonso A. Castillo</name><email>alfonso.castillo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/lirr-strike-talks-rm0sr9p1"/><id>urn:uuid:3954a19e-7534-4e6a-9177-db027908989e</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:55:20.569-04:00</updated><summary>Free said paying higher-than-expected wages would add costs to the MTA's budget, which is funded through riders' fares.</summary></entry><entry><title>Head of basketball coaches association: Coaches' input 'vital' in age-based eligibility discussions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/ncaa-eligibility-basketball-coaches-r01648"/><id>urn:uuid:3017d8ab-d387-4434-990a-3366ab014e24</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:55:14.029-04:00</updated><summary>The executive director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches says input from coaches is "vital" in discussions about going to an age-based model that would include five years of eligibility for college athletes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Swanson's hit in 10th gives Cubs 8-7 victory that extends both win streak and Phillies' skid to 9</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/phillies-cubs-score-u31146"/><id>urn:uuid:9b849e46-5a0b-4785-babe-47ce2c59412c</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:51:57.456-04:00</updated><summary>Dansby Swanson had his first game-ending hit in five years, and the Chicago Cubs rebounded from a pair of blown leads to beat Philadelphia 8-7 in 10 innings for their ninth straight win and the Phillies' ninth loss in a row.</summary></entry><entry><title>Haiti's new UN-backed gang-fighting force exceeds funding expectations</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/un-haiti-gangs-force-deployment-chad-elections-t64775"/><id>urn:uuid:5e419af4-1125-4c38-afdc-dfdc2072273b</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:50:46.683-04:00</updated><summary>The new U.N.-backed international force charged with combating Haiti's violent gangs has received more pledges than the 5,500 military and police it is seeking, and Chadian troops have already deployed in the capital, Port-au-Prince.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump's 'gold card' visa starting at $1 million granted to just 1 person so far, White House says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-gold-card-visa-immigration-approvals-revenue-v30616"/><id>urn:uuid:c7d628d0-b9f4-488d-8c07-275fb8e54df7</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:40:45.065-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump's "gold card" visa program, which allows foreigners to live and work in the U.S. for at least $1 million, has approved just one person since December, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced this Thursday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Madrid Open sets up practice court inside Bernabeu and Nadal trains with Courtois and Bellingham</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/santiago-bernabeu-court-madrid-open-nadal-sinner-q05002"/><id>urn:uuid:64b9702f-a87a-443d-852a-671522855ee3</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:32:56.613-04:00</updated><summary>Rafael Nadal was back on a tennis court — one inside Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu stadium.</summary></entry><entry><title>Amtrak lawsuit alleges MTA's Metro-North blocks Amtrak trains from using its tracks</title><author><name>Alfonso A. Castillo</name><email>alfonso.castillo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/amtrak-tracks-suit-metro-north-plfc937v"/><id>urn:uuid:32bf50a5-ad94-4951-9cd3-5411e958bd11</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:30:25.912-04:00</updated><summary>Amtrak says the MTA's Metro-North has "refused to allow necessary Amtrak non‑revenue trains to operate on its railroad for more than two months."</summary></entry><entry><title>Braves' JR Ritchie rebounds from 1st pitch home run to win major league debut</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/braves-nationals-ritchie-i47859"/><id>urn:uuid:f9abff8a-74ff-4fb7-a7d9-ac571fa2a6ae</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:22:03.831-04:00</updated><summary>JR Ritchie made a memorable major league debut for the Atlanta Braves.</summary></entry><entry><title>Amnesty International and rights groups issue a World Cup travel advisory for the US</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/amnesty-international-world-cup-travel-advisory-a47901"/><id>urn:uuid:0a7dc7c2-caaf-4089-8b94-2f016418937c</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:20:20.257-04:00</updated><summary>Amnesty International and U.S. civil rights groups have issued a "World Cup travel advisory," warning visitors about "rising authoritarianism and increasing violence" in the U.S. under President Donald Trump's immigration policies.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mike Vrabel says he takes accountability for distraction, doesn't address specifics</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/mike-vrabel-dianna-russini-patriots-draft-r51615"/><id>urn:uuid:10c97585-f879-41ba-87a9-8cc3acc07e7d</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:17:11.982-04:00</updated><summary>Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said he is taking accountability for actions that have created a distraction for New England without addressing specifics about photos published recently of him with longtime NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort.</summary></entry><entry><title>Friday's NBA matchups: Spurs-Blazers, Lakers-Rockets, Celtics-76ers in Game 3s</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-playoffs-2026-e16018"/><id>urn:uuid:2ac5f98d-2072-4be6-93d2-6ae67fa771f1</id><updated>2026-04-23T17:16:06.820-04:00</updated><summary>A trio of Game 3s await in the NBA on Friday night, with Boston going to Philadelphia, the Los Angeles Lakers going to Houston and San Antonio going to Portland.</summary></entry><entry><title>Michigan schools get creative, competitive, to curb high absenteeism</title><author><name> Bridge Michigan</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/michigan-schools-attendance-competition-g69750"/><id>urn:uuid:a93e363b-8deb-4e11-8328-8a184e0cf1d6</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:53:34.963-04:00</updated><summary>Two Michigan school districts in Muskegon County are competing for a trophy, but it's not for sports.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sheriff deputies are using GPS darts to track down speeding cars, DWI drivers</title><author><name>Alek Lewis</name><email>alek.lewis@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/gps-trackers-sheriff-deputies-pw6har94"/><id>urn:uuid:27649cfb-f0f0-4ce6-8cdc-4805d08bcc1a</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:50:10.005-04:00</updated><summary>Deputies can launch the GPS tracking dart from inside or outside their vehicle, officials said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bucks are finalizing a deal with Taylor Jenkins to take over as coach, AP source says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/taylor-jenkins-bucks-i68031"/><id>urn:uuid:ac14f2eb-8160-40cc-b479-4983cd12ac4e</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:44:58.861-04:00</updated><summary>A person familiar with the situation says the Milwaukee Bucks are finalizing a deal with Taylor Jenkins to fill their head-coaching position that became vacant after Doc Rivers' departure.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bill would stop California DMV from making millions off auctioned cars without telling the owners</title><author><name> CalMatters</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/california-dmv-car-auctions-surplus-law-n66824"/><id>urn:uuid:ca575ce0-77b1-4821-ba39-941d610ba98f</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:40:30.623-04:00</updated><summary>California lawmakers have advanced a bill to change a law that lets the DMV collect millions from auctioned cars without notifying owners.</summary></entry><entry><title>USWNT will head to Brazil for a pair of matches in June</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/uswnt-brazil-womens-world-cup-t32508"/><id>urn:uuid:3bdf05ef-37f4-4713-b35f-852b58a715c7</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:40:27.622-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. women's national team will play Brazil in a pair of matches in June at venues in Sao Paulo and Fortaleza that will host Women's World Cup games in 2027.</summary></entry><entry><title>Republican proposes giving Democratic-leaning part of Virginia back to DC after redistricting vote</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/virginia-retrocession-redistricting-dc-i12237"/><id>urn:uuid:a3cf5ce8-e5e3-4f85-a338-f74175ee5c20</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:39:52.667-04:00</updated><summary>A Republican congressman has introduced legislation that would expand the borders of Washington, D.C., and cost Virginia Democratic voters.</summary></entry><entry><title>Spencer Torkelson hits walk-off home run to give Tigers 5-4 win over Brewers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/brewers-tigers-score-i63698"/><id>urn:uuid:100b5182-7bf7-4f80-927f-98a7e35886f9</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:33:09.947-04:00</updated><summary>Spencer Torkelson hit a walk-off home run and Riley Greene had two hits, including a two-run homer, to rally the Detroit Tigers to a 5-4 win over the Milwaukee Brewers.</summary></entry><entry><title>In Suffolk Dems fight, Hochul backs Schaffer</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/the-point/the-point-newsday-schaffer-hochul-endorsement-fundraising-nntiawqk"/><id>urn:uuid:1ed921cb-806a-48e3-a005-11a1519cc8b8</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:32:43.163-04:00</updated><summary>The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock retiring in June, shifting to advisory role</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/virginia-tech-athletic-director-babcock-retiring-a32251"/><id>urn:uuid:de0027e3-6cf8-4583-961b-3fcb985097fe</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:31:43.776-04:00</updated><summary>Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock will retire from that position this summer and transition to an advisory role.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vermont prosecutor declines to charge six protesters arrested at South Burlington ICE raid</title><author><name> VTDigger</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/vermont-immigration-protesters-arrested-charges-dropped-p49604"/><id>urn:uuid:15fb02ae-1698-4a71-aea3-67955554c595</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:29:35.031-04:00</updated><summary>A Vermont prosecutor has decided not to charge six protesters arrested during a federal immigration raid in South Burlington last month.</summary></entry><entry><title>Honolulu Traffic Cams Catch Speeders. But Most Don't Get Tickets</title><author><name> Honolulu Civil Beat</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/honolulu-traffic-cameras-speeding-tickets-a46696"/><id>urn:uuid:4a9b01dd-f857-4da1-b905-6346e15148f6</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:28:33.632-04:00</updated><summary>Hawaiʻi's use of cameras to enforce speed limits in Honolulu is off to a slow start, with only 17 tickets issued in the first four months.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wisconsin interim AD Marcus Sedberry unsure about how long he will have this title</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/sedberry-wisconsin-badgers-e39813"/><id>urn:uuid:e50e2d7b-8bfb-4f0d-8f63-6239e2c76d4e</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:25:13.335-04:00</updated><summary>Wisconsin interim athletic director Marcus Sedberry says he doesn't know how long he might have this title.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump considers a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell carrier</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/spirit-airlines-trump-deal-financing-bankruptcy-q83084"/><id>urn:uuid:c03e9fb6-e199-4c43-81c0-958a93e61ed2</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:23:43.673-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump says he is weighing a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell the troubled carrier after oil prices drop.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ritchie allows HR on first big league pitch, then leads Braves over Nats 7-2 for 8th win in 9 games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/braves-nationals-score-j32122"/><id>urn:uuid:f5653753-c5d1-4d62-a855-da3374da1b8e</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:22:58.249-04:00</updated><summary>JR Ritchie allowed a home run to James Wood on his first major league pitch, then rebounded to allow one more run over seven innings and lead the Atlanta Braves over the Washington Nationals 7-2 for their eighth win in nine games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Savannah Bananas' Saturday game at Yankee Stadium moved to Friday due to inclement weather forecast</title><author><name>Matt Lindsay</name><email>matt.lindsay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/savannah-bananas-yankee-stadium-rain-skb1rup1"/><id>urn:uuid:4e9d2299-b51b-42d0-895e-a889e79e00ca</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:21:40.714-04:00</updated><summary>Rain is expected all day Saturday, forcing the Bananas to move the first of their weekend games up to Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Offshore wind farms take shape along Rhode Island's coast, even as Trump wants to stop them</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/trump-offshore-wind-energy-climate-c37089"/><id>urn:uuid:37b93bb0-67a8-4f1f-b20e-64e334ccefbe</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:09:34.663-04:00</updated><summary>Offshore wind turbines roughly three times the height of the Statue of Liberty were spinning far off the coast of Rhode Island on Thursday, sending clean electricity to the region.</summary></entry><entry><title>Argentina's World Cup title defense clouded by turmoil in domestic soccer scene</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/argentina-lionel-messi-world-cup-2026-y62966"/><id>urn:uuid:96c7a00e-55f5-4f30-8381-26b93ca9c041</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:05:52.871-04:00</updated><summary>Claudio Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association, faces backlash despite Argentina's World Cup win in 2022.</summary></entry><entry><title>Barry Manilow UBS show rescheduled for June 27</title><author><name>Daniel Bubbeo</name><email>daniel.bubbeo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/music/ubs-arena-barry-manilow-psjf6jg9"/><id>urn:uuid:dd95fecf-34fb-407c-9f2b-db088c70cc82</id><updated>2026-04-23T16:01:02.454-04:00</updated><summary>The singer's farewell Long Island concert will now come to Elmont arena June 27.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saudi Arabia confirms coaching change as Donis replaces Renard ahead of World Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/saudi-arabia-coach-donis-renard-c09033"/><id>urn:uuid:193b08b5-8013-400e-8058-814a322dc4a5</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:57:23.934-04:00</updated><summary>Saudi Arabia made its coaching change official by firing Hervé Renard and replacing him with Georgios Donis less than two months before the start of the World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Emory professors take on their own university after arrests at 2024 Israel-Hamas war protest</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/emory-israel-palestinians-protests-atlanta-professors-arrested-b86996"/><id>urn:uuid:f034c39f-1f4f-4580-a4fc-e333f04c57d2</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:50:37.483-04:00</updated><summary>Three professors at Emory University have filed a lawsuit claiming the school violated its free speech policies during a 2024 campus protest over the Israel-Hamas war.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gillen avoids primary as two challengers miss ballot spots</title><author><name>Billy House</name><email>billy.house@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/laura-gillen-eh099ywx"/><id>urn:uuid:232df6d1-23aa-4596-975f-232d72ecf6c5</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:48:12.748-04:00</updated><summary>A third Democrat who had filed to challenge Gillen, former Assemb.Taylor Darling, had already announced she was bowing out.</summary></entry><entry><title>6 plead guilty and 1 found not guilty in Mississippi drug trafficking bribery scheme</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mississippi-drug-bribery-scheme-plea-f91019"/><id>urn:uuid:9ed7b74a-445c-4472-a90d-23a5439a0af0</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:45:17.028-04:00</updated><summary>Six current or former Mississippi law officers have pleaded guilty to charges arising from what prosecutors described as a drug trafficking bribery scheme.</summary></entry><entry><title>At least 17 Somali migrants die after boat capsizes off Algeria</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/somalia-algeria-migrants-capsized-boat-k05825"/><id>urn:uuid:c2b37898-c85e-4829-9e40-18b3ea09e19e</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:39:53.580-04:00</updated><summary>Somalia's ambassador to Algeria says at least 17 Somali migrants have died after their boat capsized in waters between Algeria and Spain.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cuban diplomat denies that releasing political prisoners is part of US negotiations</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cuba-trump-oil-embargo-political-prisoners-e08741"/><id>urn:uuid:ce37a71a-9371-49ba-bc30-d75a987cefa6</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:37:51.920-04:00</updated><summary>Havana won't abide by any American "ultimatums" to release political prisoners as part of new talks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Standing room only: Packed penalty boxes are all the rage early in the NHL playoffs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-playoffs-penalties-o15098"/><id>urn:uuid:3bee95bc-4aea-4c13-a5a7-46c9575ff5c5</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:36:52.942-04:00</updated><summary>Pushing and shoving in scrums is a rite of spring early in the NHL playoffs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Meta slashes 8,000 jobs, or 10% of its workforce, as Microsoft offers buyouts</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/microsoft-voluntary-buyouts-ai-l35780"/><id>urn:uuid:59a03445-e125-4c37-9280-ff938e602702</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:35:55.977-04:00</updated><summary>In the latest round of tech industry job cuts, Meta is laying off about 8,000 workers and Microsoft is offering buyouts to a similar number.</summary></entry><entry><title>Retiring Kentucky AD Mitch Barnhart won't take new high-paying role at school</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/kentucky-ad-barnhart-beshear-b82441"/><id>urn:uuid:e881ee4c-c072-425f-9ed5-2b0abc6912fd</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:34:19.421-04:00</updated><summary>Retiring Kentucky athletic director Mitch Barnhart won't take on a new high-paying role at the school after all.</summary></entry><entry><title>What to know about a kidnapping case involving a child flown back to the US from Cuba</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cuba-utah-kidnapping-child-gender-surgery-o96343"/><id>urn:uuid:3488e0d3-92bf-4cf7-b9bb-1d30b0abd512</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:18:38.882-04:00</updated><summary>A couple from Utah face parental kidnapping charges after being accused of taking a 10-year-old child to Cuba amid a complicated custody fight involving the child's gender identity.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets place Francisco Lindor on 10-day IL with left calf strain</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/francisco-lindor-calf-injury-toilo4y5"/><id>urn:uuid:1e6821e5-0d8c-4148-b08e-f7cb69a4808e</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:16:43.911-04:00</updated><summary>Neither Francisco Lindor nor Carlos Mendoza provided a timeline for the injury, though Mendoza said "he's going to be down for quite a bit."</summary></entry><entry><title>Exchange of gunfire inside Mall of Louisiana leaves 1 person dead and 5 wounded</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/baton-rouge-mall-active-shooter-h46724"/><id>urn:uuid:b0c34503-0702-4ae8-8bda-bdd48047fc47</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:13:05.700-04:00</updated><summary>Police say one person died and five more were wounded after a shooting inside the food court at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge.</summary></entry><entry><title>Michigan utility OKs 12-month ban on supplying water for data centers</title><author><name> Planet Detroit</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ypsilanti-township-data-center-water-supply-university-michigan-a54918"/><id>urn:uuid:06bf9c6f-b635-4f61-a1b7-135f37e4c886</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:07:39.474-04:00</updated><summary>A Michigan utility has approved a ban on supplying water to data centers.</summary></entry><entry><title>FACT FOCUS: RFK Jr. misleads on Medicaid cuts</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/rfk-jr-medicaid-cuts-trump-congress-f41247"/><id>urn:uuid:3e1a711b-902a-49b4-9530-bee6e48ecf2e</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:07:28.126-04:00</updated><summary>Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been disputing claims of Medicaid cuts in President Donald Trump's 2025 tax and spending law.</summary></entry><entry><title>Federal judge orders release of family of man charged in Colorado firebomb attack</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/boulder-attack-family-detention-g58189"/><id>urn:uuid:251fa4f6-1821-4af4-9915-c4ec43da0e09</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:07:05.744-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge has ordered the release from immigration custody of the family of a man charged in a fatal firebomb attack in Boulder, Colorado, last year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kellogg is putting toys back into some cereal boxes as a 'Toy Story 5' tie-in</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/kellogg-toys-cereal-box-e90054"/><id>urn:uuid:f2564c4a-f5fe-4872-9387-62a409993c7c</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:04:35.969-04:00</updated><summary>If you've missed rooting around in your cereal box for a toy, you're in luck.</summary></entry><entry><title>US charges 2 Chinese nationals with managing cyberscam compound in Myanmar</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/myanmar-scam-compound-chinese-nationals-charges-i45883"/><id>urn:uuid:f0513705-737e-4fd1-b5e1-7bc0cba7c6a0</id><updated>2026-04-23T15:02:48.955-04:00</updated><summary>Two Chinese nationals face charges in the U.S. that they managed a sprawling compound in Myanmar where authorities say workers were forced to participate in cryptocurrency investment fraud scams.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why a bitter political feud has left a former Zambian president unburied 10 months after his death</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-africa-zambia-expresident-burial-court-h07546"/><id>urn:uuid:3ac6afc6-8d38-4439-8dcf-6dc35f22fb51</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:58:03.392-04:00</updated><summary>The body of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu still hasn't been buried because of a feud over his funeral and nearly a year after he died in South Africa.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chiefs assistant coach Dave Merritt charged in suburban KC with misdemeanor domestic battery</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/kansas-city-chiefs-coach-arrested-o82793"/><id>urn:uuid:03b4fa6b-f537-4836-818c-96b1cc6d8cb3</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:50:24.756-04:00</updated><summary>Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Dave Merritt has been charged with misdemeanor domestic battery.</summary></entry><entry><title>Firefighter heard 'stop, stop' before LaGuardia jet crash, but didn't know who it was for, NTSB says</title><author><name>Nicholas Grasso</name><email>nicholas.grasso@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/laguardia-air-canada-ntsb-crash-fire-truck-u46872"/><id>urn:uuid:328cbcee-506b-488b-aa10-6b896faf8725</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:42:57.158-04:00</updated><summary>The National Transportation Safety Board says a firefighter whose truck collided with an Air Canada jet last month on a runway at New York's LaGuardia Airport, killing both pilots, heard an air traffic controller warn "stop, stop, stop" but didn't know who it was for.</summary></entry><entry><title>Michigan's latest dam safety crisis revives calls for reforms, funding</title><author><name> Bridge Michigan</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/michigan-dam-safety-reforms-edenville-cheboygan-k84296"/><id>urn:uuid:3b16ac83-50f3-496c-b1f4-54986132d1c9</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:37:12.524-04:00</updated><summary>Michigan leaders are vowing action on dam safety reforms after the latest dam failure crisis.</summary></entry><entry><title>4 tickets to World Cup final are listed on FIFA's resale site for more than $2 million</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fifa-world-cup-tickets-n92302"/><id>urn:uuid:83e94ae1-567a-4536-b636-229b9515cf4b</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:35:12.026-04:00</updated><summary>FIFA's resale site has four tickets on sale for the World Cup final for just under $2.3 million each.</summary></entry><entry><title>What to know about a federal order reclassifying medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/medical-marijuana-cannabis-reclassification-trump-h12059"/><id>urn:uuid:3a86c84d-eb49-45fd-ac64-aba126691343</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:32:40.852-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump's administration has reclassified medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug.</summary></entry><entry><title>Leeds midfielder Ilia Gruev out for rest of season with meniscus injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/leeds-gruev-stach-fa-cup-chelsea-j74865"/><id>urn:uuid:c35e9c3b-67f9-4ca2-8672-e665bcb2a1ae</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:31:14.043-04:00</updated><summary>Leeds midfielder Ilia Gruev will miss the FA Cup semifinal against Chelsea plus the remainder of the season because of a meniscus injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Splitter led the Blazers to the playoffs as a 1st-time NBA head coach but his future is uncertain</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/portland-trail-blazers-san-antonio-spurs-f05384"/><id>urn:uuid:0f48df70-942a-4577-81da-5a2a3b786d73</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:30:05.131-04:00</updated><summary>As uncertainty about his future with the Portland Trail Blazers swirls, interim coach Tiago Splitter is going about the job with the same positivity that has helped carry the team through a strange season and into the NBA playoffs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Samson's second century of season leads Chennai to big win over Mumbai in Indian Premier League</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/ipl-chennai-mumbai-v08999"/><id>urn:uuid:d67f1109-8d61-4916-ab6a-4df7716d4334</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:18:55.533-04:00</updated><summary>Sanju Samson smashed his second century this season for Chennai Super Kings and Akeal Hosein dismantled Mumbai Indians' top order with a four-wicket haul in a 103-run win in the Indian Premier League.</summary></entry><entry><title>Smithtown Councilman Thomas Lohmann absent from first meeting since assault charge</title><author><name>Carl MacGowan and Jean-Paul Salamanca</name><email>jeanpaul.salamanca@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/smithtown-assault-lohmann-mccarthy-meeting-wcaic6n6"/><id>urn:uuid:c55f2baf-ffff-4472-a86c-173d52537fde</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:17:29.234-04:00</updated><summary>Smithtown Councilman Thomas Lohmann, who was charged with assault, did not attend the start of Thursday's town board meeting.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk starts enforcement of safety laws for e-bikes</title><author><name>Joe Werkmeister</name><email>joe.werkmeister@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/suffolk-e-bike-ccxq6smt"/><id>urn:uuid:c970828b-08cc-425a-9c23-120cb81c670a</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:16:15.044-04:00</updated><summary>The police department's highway unit has issued 53 tickets for e-bikes or scooters on sidewalks.</summary></entry><entry><title>School buses should all have alcohol tests to avoid drunken driving, NTSB recommends</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/school-bus-driver-alcohol-ntsb-crash-drunk-x86817"/><id>urn:uuid:75dbbbb6-a4cd-43da-a6db-4da7479bb475</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:14:57.475-04:00</updated><summary>The National Transportation Safety Board said Thursday that all new school buses should be equipped with alcohol detection systems to ensure drivers are not intoxicated.</summary></entry><entry><title>Michigan is off the hook in lawsuit over 2020 dam collapse that flooded communities</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/michigan-lawsuit-dam-failure-d00762"/><id>urn:uuid:6c3da6aa-6bc3-4d08-bb7a-9c131ddd72ed</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:11:42.092-04:00</updated><summary>Michigan regulators have been cleared of liability in a 2020 dam failure that flooded communities, destroyed more than 100 homes and drained a popular summer lake.</summary></entry><entry><title>A massive kraken-like octopus may have prowled the seas during the age of dinosaurs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/kraken-cretaceous-octopus-fossil-a38134"/><id>urn:uuid:8ec575f8-eb66-4c6e-b68e-15b2ae1e6224</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:11:37.135-04:00</updated><summary>The top predator prowling the seas during the age of the dinosaurs 100 million years ago may have been an octopus.</summary></entry><entry><title>2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/north-carolina-texas-synagogue-attack-plot-b65404"/><id>urn:uuid:9b20df17-7375-412c-8d99-a5bc797f9c96</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:09:48.473-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities have arrested two young people in an alleged plot to attack a Texas synagogue.</summary></entry><entry><title>Falcons' James Pearce Jr. agrees to enter pretrial intervention program to resolve 3 felony charges</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/falcons-james-pearce-rickea-jackson-l84731"/><id>urn:uuid:b06bb2ba-a10b-46f7-805d-915d54418ebd</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:09:20.968-04:00</updated><summary>Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. has agreed to enter a pretrial intervention program which his attorneys say will allow him to resolve three felony charges stemming from what police called a domestic dispute on Feb. 7 with his ex-girlfriend Rickea Jackson, a WNBA player.</summary></entry><entry><title>Civil rights groups condemn Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment and prepare for legal fights</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/southern-poverty-law-center-civil-rights-leaders-t13647"/><id>urn:uuid:a87fd291-6aa6-4f04-abda-3c6e10b1663b</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:06:09.529-04:00</updated><summary>The Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment is sparking outrage among civil rights leaders.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mitchell Robinson embraces playoff intensity after being part of Knicks' woeful era</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/mitchell-robinson-knicks-hawks-playoffs-u51jagj9"/><id>urn:uuid:2b310ede-6c7d-42f9-877f-260ffec8caf9</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:04:24.623-04:00</updated><summary>The longest-tenured Knick arrived in 2018-19, when the team was 17-65. Now, the Knicks are NBA title contenders.</summary></entry><entry><title>Congress suddenly remembers it has ethics rules</title><author><name>Mary Ellen Klas</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/congress-ethics-rules-g82wb3b0"/><id>urn:uuid:1d717ec3-afe5-4f2f-bf24-e415d2230980</id><updated>2026-04-23T14:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The delays embedded in the ethics system allow members to abuse it.</summary></entry><entry><title>Maine tried zoning reform to fix its housing crisis. It's unclear if it's working.</title><author><name> The Maine Monitor</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/maine-zoning-affordable-housing-m52712"/><id>urn:uuid:2b956736-ef9f-43c3-83a3-ec0c51e6f2a7</id><updated>2026-04-23T13:57:31.100-04:00</updated><summary>The Maine Legislature has been working to adjust zoning laws to boost housing construction.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pennsylvania treasurer says 'no' to taxpayers footing $1M in security upgrades at Shapiro's home</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/josh-shapiro-arson-police-fire-pennsylvania-governor-k21995"/><id>urn:uuid:0634c5f9-ce81-46dc-af99-ee9de9916042</id><updated>2026-04-23T13:45:42.279-04:00</updated><summary>Pennsylvania's treasurer is refusing to approve payments for more than $1 million in security upgrades to the private home of Gov. Josh Shapiro.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oilers' Connor McDavid downplays injury, but he also has no points in first two playoff games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/oilers-connor-mcdavid-injury-e73608"/><id>urn:uuid:976b69b2-3db0-4e60-b2b2-8ac0ef15b55d</id><updated>2026-04-23T13:28:45.238-04:00</updated><summary>Connor McDavid has downplayed getting banged up in Game 2 of the Edmonton Oilers' first-round series against the Anaheim Ducks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Celtics' Derrick White wins NBA's Sportsmanship Award, as selected by the league's players</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-sportsmanship-award-derrick-white-q92719"/><id>urn:uuid:285eb937-1c56-4bb2-b3e0-16a48ce16991</id><updated>2026-04-23T13:11:46.804-04:00</updated><summary>Derrick White of the Boston Celtics is the NBA's Sportsmanship Award winner for this season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump unveils deal with Regeneron to lower drug prices as part of most-favored-nation initiative</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-white-house-regeneron-drug-pricing-mfn-y06683"/><id>urn:uuid:4d5c2a9d-1ff2-4ec0-8950-79c9b09be779</id><updated>2026-04-23T13:10:22.571-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump has announced a deal with Regeneron to lower the cost of its pharmaceutical products.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carlos Fidel Gutama, of East Hampton, arrested on child sex abuse charges, police say</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/east-hampton-sex-abuse-charge-r4x20rpr"/><id>urn:uuid:5a279e2a-1c2c-4b58-b485-eabf517b5a97</id><updated>2026-04-23T13:01:17.658-04:00</updated><summary>Carlos Fidel Gutama, a carpenter, was charged with abusing a 13-year-old, police said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Louisville and football coach Jeff Brohm agree to new deal with extension through 2033 season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/louisville-brohm-extension-y33878"/><id>urn:uuid:75de4ca0-3f79-426a-9d39-8ababb0ca057</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:57:12.267-04:00</updated><summary>Louisville and football coach Jeff Brohm have agreed to a new contract that runs through the 2033 season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Italy dismisses replacing Iran at the World Cup after suggestion by Trump official</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/world-cup-iran-italy-s48806"/><id>urn:uuid:bc328a40-3754-4342-a6d2-59bd2ca15664</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:43:06.644-04:00</updated><summary>Four-time champion Italy is not interested in replacing Iran at the upcoming World Cup in North America following a suggestion to that effect by U.S. special envoy Paolo Zampolli.</summary></entry><entry><title>AJ Dybantsa officially declares for the NBA draft and is a top candidate to be the No. 1 pick</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/aj-dybantsa-nba-draft-t00602"/><id>urn:uuid:62d46be8-ef85-4faf-848d-a7bb57f448c8</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:41:41.863-04:00</updated><summary>AJ Dybantsa is entering the NBA draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hicksville Middle School students approached by strangers while walking home</title><author><name>Maura McDermott</name><email>maura.mcdermott@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/approach-students-vehicle-hicksville-adzi99p6"/><id>urn:uuid:c76ca111-fbd6-43c1-9afd-6f0a5b2f52d5</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:41:28.384-04:00</updated><summary>Both incidents happened Tuesday afternoon, a district spokeswoman said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Victor Wembanyama travels with the Spurs to Portland and is listed as questionable to play in Game 3</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/spurs-victor-wembanyama-concussion-e17971"/><id>urn:uuid:97f7a5e2-a086-444d-9cb8-e00e60b5078a</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:28:58.394-04:00</updated><summary>Victor Wembanyama traveled with the San Antonio Spurs to Portland but his status for Game 3 against the Trail Blazers remains uncertain.</summary></entry><entry><title>Justice Department's watchdog is reviewing compliance with the law mandating Epstein files release</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/epstein-files-justice-department-release-watchdog-j83366"/><id>urn:uuid:80543614-8c2b-45a6-9b04-fd30177d88de</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:24:53.022-04:00</updated><summary>The Department of Justice's internal watchdog is reviewing the department's compliance with the law mandating the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump's planned appearance bringing renewed scrutiny to annual correspondents' dinner</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/white-house-correspondents-journalism-trump-press-w83921"/><id>urn:uuid:0f0d1df3-2ab5-4eea-81ec-23d800874584</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:23:36.274-04:00</updated><summary>For the first time as president, Donald Trump is planning to attend the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington this weekend.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Africa's police chief suspended over corruption allegations</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-africa-police-chief-corruption-k78493"/><id>urn:uuid:4d0a9627-fc43-448b-abfa-df7adfc11ae5</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:18:51.346-04:00</updated><summary>South Africa's top police official, Fannie Masemola, has been suspended by the president after being charged with breaking finance laws.</summary></entry><entry><title>Federal authorities arrest 2 dozen Mexican Mafia members and associates in California</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mexican-mafia-crackdown-california-arrests-s12263"/><id>urn:uuid:6563e4af-5e3e-49f1-b953-de6731541cf9</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:04:42.527-04:00</updated><summary>Federal authorities say they've arrested nearly two dozen members and associates of the Mexican Mafia during a crackdown across Southern California.</summary></entry><entry><title>Average US long-term mortgage rate slips to 6.23%, its third weekly drop</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/mortgage-rates-housing-interest-financing-home-h22132"/><id>urn:uuid:6832ee04-a696-4763-8f01-3e90a0d4d77c</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:04:20.737-04:00</updated><summary>The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate dropped for the third week in a row, easing borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers as the spring homebuying season rolls on.</summary></entry><entry><title>Raccoon carcass found in Melville tests positive for rabies</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/rabid-raccoon-positive-test-b6jarlfa"/><id>urn:uuid:3cd95acc-6fde-4781-b296-f0e68e0d7e2d</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:03:05.811-04:00</updated><summary>It is believed to be the first recorded case of rabies on Long Island this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Iran ceasefire offers the best path to regime change</title><author><name>Marc Champion</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/iran-ceasefire-regime-change-bns17aox"/><id>urn:uuid:640bc0f1-e5cb-4263-9393-88b78d87c01d</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:03:05.364-04:00</updated><summary>What Iran's leaders are fighting about is how best to assure survival</summary></entry><entry><title>Hall of Fame pitcher Sandy Koufax wins Baseball Digest lifetime achievement award</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/sandy-koufax-lifetime-achievement-award-v98175"/><id>urn:uuid:adfbcc6a-47cd-403b-bfab-6837d45edd97</id><updated>2026-04-23T12:01:04.928-04:00</updated><summary>Sandy Koufax has won the sixth Lifetime Achievement Award presented by Baseball Digest.</summary></entry><entry><title>Movie Review: Moving but sometimes cloying, Tourette's tale 'I Swear' soars on superb acting</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/i-swear-movie-review-john-davidson-b20890"/><id>urn:uuid:ddcd7d79-c162-4af5-bcbe-d6a033d16f7d</id><updated>2026-04-23T11:45:07.504-04:00</updated><summary>Many have heard about the shocking moment when Tourette's activist John Davidson hurled an involuntary racial slur at Michael B.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why the European Union's wartime loan is a vital lifeline for cash-strapped Ukraine</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/europe-ukraine-loan-importance-p98316"/><id>urn:uuid:6d7951dc-d5a1-4609-8bf8-8e64c182629b</id><updated>2026-04-23T11:23:29.099-04:00</updated><summary>Ukraine has secured a crucial European Union loan to support the country's wartime efforts.</summary></entry><entry><title>Paris offers to host 2030 Winter Games ice hockey after Nice mayor opposes Olympic plan</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/2030-winter-olympics-ice-hockey-paris-v06266"/><id>urn:uuid:148484e4-da38-443e-9cdc-64a793fb2078</id><updated>2026-04-23T11:18:48.876-04:00</updated><summary>The Olympic Games could return to Paris as soon as 2030.</summary></entry><entry><title>USF police seek help after 2 doctoral students from Bangladesh vanish in Tampa</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/missing-bangladeshi-doctoral-students-tampa-florida-k48190"/><id>urn:uuid:e0333d0c-8c13-4649-a621-ffb0d47007e8</id><updated>2026-04-23T11:14:26.802-04:00</updated><summary>Two University of South Florida doctoral students have gone missing, and authorities are seeking help to find them.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ex-officer planned to kill Black people in mass shooting at a New Orleans festival, authorities say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/new-orleans-festival-mass-shooting-arrest-m00590"/><id>urn:uuid:b615b20a-6f4e-44b3-8801-5fd7a28df28e</id><updated>2026-04-23T11:01:19.450-04:00</updated><summary>A Florida county sheriff's office says they arrested a former law enforcement officer whom federal authorities say planned a mass shooting targeting Black people at a large festival in New Orleans.</summary></entry><entry><title>It's Arsenal-Lyon and Bayern-Barcelona in the Women's Champions League semifinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/women-champions-league-arsenal-lyon-bayern-barcelona-v87223"/><id>urn:uuid:3edc73c3-c488-4af7-8772-e6e00cc64e84</id><updated>2026-04-23T10:46:49.448-04:00</updated><summary>Trophy-holder Arsenal faces eight-time champion Lyon and Barcelona is bidding to reach the Women's Champions League final for the sixth straight year.</summary></entry><entry><title>New bridge helps cement Lesotho as water lifeline for South Africa's economic hub</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-africa-lesotho-bridge-water-project-r80520"/><id>urn:uuid:b4a870c5-a3f0-4b64-a2dc-f2ad58837175</id><updated>2026-04-23T10:44:14.093-04:00</updated><summary>A newly built bridge in Lesotho is set to nearly double its water exports to South Africa.</summary></entry><entry><title>What a combined Paramount-Warner would mean</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/warner-discovery-paramount-skydance-cbs-cnn-e04427"/><id>urn:uuid:bb18cb93-3c1e-4050-a2f1-93c201943751</id><updated>2026-04-23T10:41:17.308-04:00</updated><summary>HBO Max, "Harry Potter," "Top Gun," CBS and CNN may all be placed under the control of the upstart Paramount Skydance soon.</summary></entry><entry><title>St. John's Zuby Ejiofor wins Met Writers top award, Claxton and Holloway share coach of year</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/haggarty-met-writers-zuby-ejiofor-k56484"/><id>urn:uuid:2d520128-950e-4cd4-abd8-67bf7bf182f0</id><updated>2026-04-23T10:39:30.605-04:00</updated><summary>St. John's Zuby Ejiofor has been chosen as the Lt. Frank J.</summary></entry><entry><title>Debris from Hurricane Helene is helping fuel Georgia's wildfires</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/georgia-florida-wildfires-drought-w38622"/><id>urn:uuid:0d55e0ff-fad7-487d-b704-bd8a99722bef</id><updated>2026-04-23T10:38:42.187-04:00</updated><summary>Fallen trees and limbs scattered across Georgia by Hurricane Helene more than a year ago are now helping fuel destructive wildfires in the state.</summary></entry><entry><title>Zaro's Cafe in Huntington Station to close after 33 years</title><author><name>Melissa Azofeifa</name><email>melissa.azofeifa@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/zaros-cafe-huntington-closes-onatvi23"/><id>urn:uuid:f3971c4b-58e0-4ac0-b669-4b6bc86da739</id><updated>2026-04-23T10:29:42.632-04:00</updated><summary>The business struggled to stay afloat through rising costs and declining sales.</summary></entry><entry><title>Michael Tilson Thomas, renowned conductor and composer, dies at 81</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/conductor-michael-tilson-thomas-dies-r21537"/><id>urn:uuid:0de08bde-850c-41cc-b2dd-7afcf6f42654</id><updated>2026-04-23T10:19:38.301-04:00</updated><summary>Renowned American conductor and composer Michael Tilson Thomas has died at 81.</summary></entry><entry><title>Murder retrial begins in deputy's killing of a Black man entering his grandmother's Ohio home</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/casey-goodson-jason-meade-ohio-officer-involved-shooting-j81838"/><id>urn:uuid:9cf1a1c4-df52-4415-8f37-2f67cbee9ca5</id><updated>2026-04-23T10:16:05.246-04:00</updated><summary>More than two years after an Ohio judge declared a mistrial, a murder retrial has begun for a former Ohio sheriff's deputy charged in the December 2020 killing of a Black man.</summary></entry><entry><title>St. John's Zuby Ejiofor, with Haggerty Award in hand, sets eyes on NBA dream</title><author><name>Roger Rubin</name><email>roger.rubin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/roger-rubin/zuby-ejiofor-st-johns-nba-ekx48b7p"/><id>urn:uuid:f62f66ae-5421-4fd9-a3bc-6baa0c1865d9</id><updated>2026-04-23T10:13:34.328-04:00</updated><summary>Haggerty Award the latest accolade for Ejiofor as he looks toward the NBA</summary></entry><entry><title>Erie Canal road trip: 5 stops not to miss</title><author><name>Malerie Yolen-Cohen</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/erie-canal-road-trip-tezyuprq"/><id>urn:uuid:13d74ce0-0e66-453e-b5d1-641c47ca2d02</id><updated>2026-04-23T10:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Visit Syracuse, Seneca Falls and more to experience the rich history and attractions along the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor.</summary></entry><entry><title>EU pulls $2.3 million from Venice Biennale over Russia's return</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/venice-biennale-russia-b64633"/><id>urn:uuid:769dcd9c-fcc6-4848-b573-8b2162c82f33</id><updated>2026-04-23T09:50:04.251-04:00</updated><summary>The Venice Biennale has lost 2 million euros ($2.3 million) in funding due to its decision to allow Russia to participate in the 61st contemporary art show.</summary></entry><entry><title>Slovenia TV says it won't air Eurovision song contest after pulling out</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/slovenia-eurovision-broadcast-boycott-israel-o86346"/><id>urn:uuid:2fc60c13-f012-4f98-95f7-d75e0963a0f5</id><updated>2026-04-23T09:35:26.657-04:00</updated><summary>Slovenia's national broadcaster RTV Slovenia won't air the Eurovision Song Contest this year after the small European country previously pulled out of the event over Israel's participation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Maggie Gyllenhaal to lead Venice Film Festival jury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/maggie-gyllenhaal-venice-film-festival-president-g07902"/><id>urn:uuid:0187ec28-cc6b-4149-b4c9-4a5d651dbeaa</id><updated>2026-04-23T09:34:53.540-04:00</updated><summary>Maggie Gyllenhaal is set to lead the main competition jury for the 83rd Venice International Film Festival.</summary></entry><entry><title>Health data of 500,000 members of a UK project offered for sale online in China</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/uk-biobank-health-data-breach-china-alibaba-i60934"/><id>urn:uuid:4680705b-97c1-4dbe-a583-051199d2b32f</id><updated>2026-04-23T09:30:56.990-04:00</updated><summary>DNA and other confidential health data from 500,000 U.K. Biobank volunteers were offered for sale online in China after a data breach this week, the British government says.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tanzania postelection inquiry shows 518 people died in last year's violence</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/tanzania-postelection-violence-commission-samia-suluhu-hassan-y88202"/><id>urn:uuid:0df7b9f2-cba5-4740-8371-d88da926f22a</id><updated>2026-04-23T09:11:10.612-04:00</updated><summary>A commission in Tanzania formed to investigate postelection violence says that at least 518 people died after the October vote.</summary></entry><entry><title>From beauty to transportation, a lack of water and power forces Cubans to change their routines</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cuba-power-water-routines-trump-us-government-h82411"/><id>urn:uuid:d3bf4609-00a3-4780-8d5d-5c02523e826e</id><updated>2026-04-23T09:08:49.952-04:00</updated><summary>A lack of water, money and electricity combined with a U.</summary></entry><entry><title>Archaeological digs in Amazon provide clues about Indigenous inhabitants before colonization</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/amazon-rainforest-archaeology-j48188"/><id>urn:uuid:4bca7e4b-73a8-4b1d-bfcc-41ac072b790b</id><updated>2026-04-23T09:01:56.623-04:00</updated><summary>Paving roads in the Amazon rainforest often causes deforestation that threatens the people who live there.</summary></entry><entry><title>Union Pacific profit climbed 5% as it builds the case for its acquisition of rival Norfolk Southern</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/union-pacific-railroad-norfolk-southern-profit-earnings-i22976"/><id>urn:uuid:1a75c177-a49f-4b71-9c6a-2cee3fc6389a</id><updated>2026-04-23T08:54:19.748-04:00</updated><summary>Union Pacific delivered 5% higher earnings in the first quarter as the railroad worked to prepare its case to convince regulators that its $85 billion acquisition of eastern rival Norfolk Southern is a good idea.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hong Kong regulators fine PwC $166M over China Evergrande audit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hong-kong-china-evergrande-pwc-fine-u31585"/><id>urn:uuid:b010d0f7-005a-4b82-9414-e4a78385f01c</id><updated>2026-04-23T08:46:42.301-04:00</updated><summary>PwC has been fined $166 million in Hong Kong over its audit work for the collapsed Chinese property developer Evergrande.</summary></entry><entry><title>US jobless claim filings rise modestly to 214,000 last week, remain at historically healthy levels</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/unemployment-benefits-jobless-claims-layoffs-labor-p03233"/><id>urn:uuid:e8d3fee8-73cd-42dc-8f03-bb6892f1b3a2</id><updated>2026-04-23T08:39:16.647-04:00</updated><summary>The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits inched up last week but remains within the historically healthy range of recent years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump threats against Iran are a boon for prediction markets, including some backed by his son</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/prediction-markets-trump-iran-war-ceasefire-polymarket-kalshi-w91080"/><id>urn:uuid:a9c45386-677d-4713-aa76-35c7390de3fb</id><updated>2026-04-23T08:32:58.603-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump loves to keep people guessing about his next policy moves, a reality TV, cliffhanger governing style that is helping "events" wagering companies, including some backed by one of his sons.</summary></entry><entry><title>US still delivering weapons to Ukraine, Zelenskyy says, as Prince Harry visits Kyiv</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-war-us-weapons-prince-harry-s24045"/><id>urn:uuid:6a1add96-bc37-467f-9ae4-07cdbe83d25a</id><updated>2026-04-23T08:24:29.359-04:00</updated><summary>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says U.S. weapon deliveries to Ukraine haven't stopped despite the Iran war.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/medical-marijuana-rescheduling-justice-department-trump-cannabis-o15414"/><id>urn:uuid:09d75011-916a-4fe6-97b1-56d090dce452</id><updated>2026-04-23T08:17:01.545-04:00</updated><summary>A cannabis industry group calls President Donald Trump's reclassification of state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug "the most significant federal advancement in cannabis policy" in decades.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yamal to miss rest of Barcelona season but be fit for World Cup with Spain</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/lamine-yamal-injury-barcelona-spain-world-cup-h08259"/><id>urn:uuid:c8a61941-ed9c-419e-98e6-b32870a3fa68</id><updated>2026-04-23T08:05:57.123-04:00</updated><summary>Barcelona says forward Lamine Yamal will miss the rest of the club season but should be healed from a leg injury in time to play for Spain at the World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Firefighters battle major blaze in West Babylon</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/west-babylon-fire-albany-avenue-qh3lymzm"/><id>urn:uuid:4a523e8f-9759-4c23-a2eb-de8751093315</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:57:33.182-04:00</updated><summary>Twelve departments were at the scene of the early morning blaze on Albany Avenue, authorities said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump orders US military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/us-iran-war-hormuz-israel-pakistan-ceasefire-april-23-2026-d64780"/><id>urn:uuid:5efbe95f-5a3c-4f70-8457-af66ae42c178</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:56:38.697-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. President Donald Trump says he has ordered the U.S. military to "shoot and kill" small Iranian boats that deploy mines to choke traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Sovereignty' bill seeking to deter foreign influence has drawn widespread concern in Uganda</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/uganda-sovereignty-bill-remittances-foreign-currency-b95566"/><id>urn:uuid:cd209000-397a-4e46-895a-d16a04880f0f</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:51:50.133-04:00</updated><summary>A bill by Ugandan authorities whose stated purpose is to deter foreign interference has drawn widespread criticism as concern grows over its all-encompassing definition of a foreign agent and its potential to hurt civic groups.</summary></entry><entry><title>Barcelona to start run-in for La Liga title without the injured Yamal at Getafe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/yamal-injury-barcelona-getafe-laliga-c70494"/><id>urn:uuid:3f76f7e0-66be-401b-b8b8-631037fbb643</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:44:22.485-04:00</updated><summary>Barcelona will start its run-in for the La Liga title without the injured Lamine Yamal when it visits Getafe on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>US to host Hungary in Billie Jean King Cup playoffs and France draws Australia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/billie-jean-king-cup-m80315"/><id>urn:uuid:80d6ac03-9e69-4539-ace6-36faaf0ad68f</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:33:34.305-04:00</updated><summary>The United States will host Hungary in the Billie Jean King Cup playoffs in November when the record 18-time champion looks to get back on track in women's team tennis.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brazil's VP Alckmin, a negotiator of the Mercosur-EU deal, sees it as relief in a turbulent world</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/brazil-vice-president-deal-mercosur-eu-y06232"/><id>urn:uuid:e0c56fc9-dfff-4fc8-b440-318a7d8b8181</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:30:44.358-04:00</updated><summary>Brazil's Vice President Geraldo Alckmin says the trade deal between South American bloc Mercosur and the European Union offers some solace at a time when unilateral moves have dominated the geopolitical landscape.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump likes a naval blockade. But Iran presents big differences from Venezuela and Cuba</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-blockade-strait-hormuz-trump-navy-d63063"/><id>urn:uuid:5402040a-fa43-44e3-8451-4615041ce89f</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:25:42.601-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump has turned to naval blockades to pressure the governments of Venezuela, Cuba and now Iran to meet his demands.</summary></entry><entry><title>2021 collision of South Korean warplanes caused by pilots taking video, report says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-korea-fighter-jets-pilots-video-m73707"/><id>urn:uuid:0bdbbdb0-b0ed-4cf2-a3a8-2902cc2fce88</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:20:56.767-04:00</updated><summary>A government report reveals that a 2021 midair collision of two South Korean fighter jets occurred because a pilot made an abrupt maneuver to improve video angles.</summary></entry><entry><title>What Hispanic adults, men and young Americans think of Trump, according to an AP-NORC poll</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/poll-trump-hispanics-maga-republicans-c01985"/><id>urn:uuid:086e6d27-1050-48a9-8c42-32747b87b713</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:08:47.603-04:00</updated><summary>An AP-NORC poll finds many of the groups that helped elect Donald Trump as president again are deeply unhappy with his performance.</summary></entry><entry><title>New cricket stadium in Southern California heralds the sport's Olympic return after 128 years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/olympics-2028-cricket-stadium-los-angeles-p65725"/><id>urn:uuid:c9ba1c27-c400-4194-bee2-d98afd393366</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:05:01.377-04:00</updated><summary>Cricket is set to return to the Olympics in 2028.</summary></entry><entry><title>A new players' group launches to try to challenge FIFPRO's global union role</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fifpro-aif-fifa-players-group-x99965"/><id>urn:uuid:2b8d0fff-ff07-4fad-bdf5-1877df99f186</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:01:15.731-04:00</updated><summary>A new international group representing soccer players has launched as a rival to long established global union FIFPRO.</summary></entry><entry><title>Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny top Spotify's first all-time most streamed artists list</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/spotify-most-streamed-taylor-swift-bad-bunny-f73944"/><id>urn:uuid:d358defa-da61-4b43-905e-bba1b6ff2093</id><updated>2026-04-23T07:01:01.212-04:00</updated><summary>Taylor Swift has topped Spotify's first ever list of the most streamed artists of all time.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran's exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi splattered with red liquid in Berlin</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/germany-iran-crown-prince-reza-pahlavi-liquid-d47284"/><id>urn:uuid:6180cd7c-5d9b-4e05-93a8-f0f2c0f2b2f0</id><updated>2026-04-23T06:53:50.813-04:00</updated><summary>Iran's exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi was splattered with red liquid as he left a building after a news conference in Berlin.</summary></entry><entry><title>SNAP benefits don't pay for rotisserie chicken. A bipartisan bill might change that</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/snap-hot-rotisserie-chicken-f97408"/><id>urn:uuid:fc39ebdc-e154-40a1-b6e9-82bf4ac7cff8</id><updated>2026-04-23T06:51:39.361-04:00</updated><summary>A bipartisan group of U.S. senators wants government food assistance programs to cover rotisserie chicken from grocery stores.</summary></entry><entry><title>Francisco Sanles, of Syosset, and his teen son charged after swastika leads police to chemicals for making rockets</title><author><name>John Asbury, Maureen Mullarkey and Matthew Chayes</name><email>matthew.chayes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/bias-chemicals-syosset-high-school-wfvp3zsk"/><id>urn:uuid:9897757f-5a2b-4397-bf4e-045c641e66be</id><updated>2026-04-23T06:46:20.744-04:00</updated><summary>Prosecutors say the father bought the chemicals for his son to make rockets.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pope urges US and Iran to return to peace talks and condemns capital punishment</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pope-leo-xiv-african-trip-equatorial-guinea-o58245"/><id>urn:uuid:a1b400d9-d6ff-4bdc-b073-c64328e08b72</id><updated>2026-04-23T06:07:30.257-04:00</updated><summary>Pope Leo XIV is urging the United States and Iran to return to talks to end the war.</summary></entry><entry><title>Raiders select quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the first pick in the NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-draft-pittsburgh-mendoza-h81102"/><id>urn:uuid:21095c6d-5f55-4151-b98e-3f2a2a9da8f4</id><updated>2026-04-23T06:04:07.685-04:00</updated><summary>Fernando Mendoza's journey from overlooked two-star recruit to the top of the NFL draft is complete after the Las Vegas Raiders took him with the first pick on Thursday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>UK and French governments sign a 3-year deal to curb migrant crossings in English Channel</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/migrants-crossing-channel-france-britain-deal-e92962"/><id>urn:uuid:e6932f0e-98a0-4ef0-91f9-88d4fe2edd0d</id><updated>2026-04-23T06:03:39.640-04:00</updated><summary>The U.K. and French governments have signed a new multimillion-euro deal to reduce migrant crossings in the English Channel.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mount Sinai aging poll: Dementia, cancer worry those over 50; only about half consult doctor about getting older</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/aging-poll-mount-sinai-doctors-uism8y9v"/><id>urn:uuid:1da6f92b-55a3-44cd-b080-f3f5c378bc36</id><updated>2026-04-23T06:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A Mount Sinai South Nassau Truth in Medicine survey found that most adults were concerned about living a long healthy life, but more than half have not spoken to their doctors about aging.</summary></entry><entry><title>Citizen Adams joins a Balkan nation</title><author><name>Dan Janison</name><email>Dan.Janison@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/columnists/dan-janison/eric-adams-albanian-citizen-jnxxoy90"/><id>urn:uuid:77e66d22-d4e0-4de9-b004-990d945fde57</id><updated>2026-04-23T06:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The smooth, transactional Eric Adams now has Albanian citizenship and a passport.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hochul's $100B nuclear plan will raise LIers' electric rates</title><author><name>Fred Harrison and&amp;nbsp;Joseph Romm</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/guest-essays/expensive-nuclear-power-kathy-hochul-ssenqg3k"/><id>urn:uuid:0c54ada0-f3f3-4517-964c-7a34babd8b1c</id><updated>2026-04-23T06:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The governor is forging ahead just as LILCO did over 50 years ago with Shoreham.</summary></entry><entry><title>Scientists trace latest interstellar comet's home to a cold, isolated corner of the Milky Way</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/interstellar-comet-atlas-astronomy-galaxy-solar-system-d71278"/><id>urn:uuid:655b5916-0507-4743-8291-9fdbecd2d7a6</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:11:22.274-04:00</updated><summary>A new study suggests that the comet that rambled past us from another star last year likely originated in a cold, isolated corner of the galaxy that had yet to gel into its own solar system.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran government says men's soccer team is preparing for 'proud participation' at World Cup in US</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/world-cup-iran-fifa-n42690"/><id>urn:uuid:4bc761f2-5474-4d36-a4f5-6cff75ace028</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:03:53.051-04:00</updated><summary>An Iranian government spokesperson says the men's national team is preparing for "proud and successful participation" in its World Cup games in the United States.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ex-Philippine President Duterte to face trial on crimes against humanity charges</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/icc-duterte-charges-crimes-against-humanity-p16193"/><id>urn:uuid:5b30fc4a-60b0-4225-a710-af8d34b5af2e</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:02:57.968-04:00</updated><summary>Judges at the International Criminal Court have confirmed crimes against humanity charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for deadly anti-drugs crackdowns he allegedly oversaw while in office.</summary></entry><entry><title>Northport day care complaint, looking to toss Jan. 6 convictions</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/northport-day-care-complaint-jan-6-capitol-riot-convictions-ws3wctw5"/><id>urn:uuid:45abd4de-a787-4553-93f7-6e4fea58fb1a</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Summer preview: 'Toy Story 5,' 'Devil Wears Prada 2' and 33 other great movies coming soon</title><author><name>Rafer Guzm&amp;aacute;n</name><email>rafer.guzman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/movies/summer-movie-preview-a7nw3ril"/><id>urn:uuid:11dad542-26c2-411e-88e7-993cc25e5926</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The season's hot tickets include sequels to "Toy Story," "Spider-Man" and "The Devil Wears Prada."</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL Draft: Who should the Giants select at No. 5 and 10? Who should they avoid?</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/evan-barnes/giants-2026-nfl-draft-options-at-5-and-10-czbr2ma2"/><id>urn:uuid:69f3faa5-9906-4599-9794-cc15aafd6328</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The Giants hold the 5th and 10th picks in the NFL Draft tonight.</summary></entry><entry><title>West Babylon senior apartment complex's new owner to spend $1.5 million on upgrades</title><author><name>James T. Madore</name><email>james.madore@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/west-babylon-senior-apartment-complex-renovations-k8ntdt2z"/><id>urn:uuid:0ac285a3-e42b-40e2-bd00-45fe39fb7ef5</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The new owner of Belmont Villas in West Babylon has won tax breaks from the Suffolk County Industrial Development Agency for the renovations.</summary></entry><entry><title>Port of Egypt Marine in Southold sold to luxury yacht maker Hinckley</title><author><name>Victor Ocasio</name><email>victor.ocasio@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/boat-sea-water-slips-marina-storage-repair-ez1wy4b2"/><id>urn:uuid:942fd850-e0df-455a-af24-ef4370fa4561</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The new owners said existing operations at the marina continue uninterrupted this season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Guide: Italian markets on Long Island for sausages, imports</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/italian-markets-guide-long-island-2026-lm5q616h"/><id>urn:uuid:7b2c3177-14dd-4090-9749-bd90dc661bb1</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Long Island's "pork stores" offer a variety of sausages, cheeses and imported goods, reflecting the area's rich Italian heritage.</summary></entry><entry><title>New hotel openings in Montauk, Sag Harbor and Greenport</title><author><name>Carissa Kellman</name><email>carissa.kellman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/east-end-hotel-openings-2026-kpirlc02"/><id>urn:uuid:20085e23-24fa-49ee-b563-85807e749d5d</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>From a beach club hotel to village properties, these design-driven spots offer food and gathering spaces to draw in both overnight guests and locals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Islanders' prospects building experience with AHL Bridgeport that can help pro team in future</title><author><name>Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/islanders-bridgeport-ahl-cole-eiserman-vbgo9p3e"/><id>urn:uuid:ebf1a2da-9791-47c7-a11f-5b397dbd6f42</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Cole Eiserman, Victor Eklund and others are gaining valuable knowledge about the North American game in preparation for next season.</summary></entry><entry><title>East Hampton Town sees sharp decline in airport noise complaints</title><author><name>Alek Lewis</name><email>alek.lewis@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/east-hampton-airport-noise-complaints-ua4zvii3"/><id>urn:uuid:96839b6b-79ad-4d7d-9fd5-bcb6f95058e2</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Officials attributed the sharp drop to efforts aimed at encouraging night curfews and altered flight routes.</summary></entry><entry><title>A billion in the red, taxpayer-backed NUMC spent millions to create a neurosciences unit. It failed.</title><author><name>Peter D&amp;#39;Auria</name><email>peter.dauria@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/investigations/nassau-numc-neurosurgery-weintraub-eu973of4"/><id>urn:uuid:b2e27395-1a0c-4a14-a076-ed34fd9d7443</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A plan to boost its finances foundered amid questionable management and leadership turnover.</summary></entry><entry><title>Knicks fans could make Atlanta seem like a Garden party over the next two games</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-fans-lkcvuvgl"/><id>urn:uuid:9370d4ce-a5fb-4caf-9146-f5f816a866f2</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>While several Knicks fans from Long Island will be making the trip to Atlanta, some actually moved there.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann had 4-day killing ritual to keep secret life hidden, documentary reveals</title><author><name>Grant Parpan</name><email>grant.parpan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/gilgo-beach-killings/long-island-serial-killer-rex-heuermann-gilgo-beach-killings-documentary-mkej5sbx"/><id>urn:uuid:64b36bc0-d81b-46cc-8388-7e8ec69ec563</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Peacock's "Gilgo Beach Serial Killer: House of Secrets" reveals how he carefully planned the murders to conceal his double life from family and authorities.</summary></entry><entry><title>Al Iannazzone: Who should the Jets draft at No. 2 and 16? Who should they not draft?</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/al-iannazzone/jets-nfl-draft-bnnby9pu"/><id>urn:uuid:bce4eba7-de73-4255-bf67-285c53f28e60</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The Jets pick second and 16th in the first round of Thursday night's NFL Draft.</summary></entry><entry><title>GOP puts off vote to relax U.S. Endangered Species Act after Andrew Garbarino objects</title><author><name>Billy House and Tracy Tullis</name><email>tracy.tullis@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/endangered-species-act-awbfjxdd"/><id>urn:uuid:694d848a-4f02-4b45-baca-49afdd56620c</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The bill is supported by the oil and gas, mining, logging and ranching industries.</summary></entry><entry><title>Smithtown board to meet for first time since incident between Thomas Lohmann, Thomas McCarthy</title><author><name>Carl MacGowan&amp;nbsp;and Jean-Paul Salamanca</name><email>jeanpaul.salamanca@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/smithtown-town-board-meeting-t603akef"/><id>urn:uuid:042e1ed9-6d08-4c38-aefe-91e5e1b86532</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The alleged confrontation during a closed-door executive session April 7 exposed a rift within the normally unified, all-Republican board.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island's tick season guide</title><author><name>Lisa L. Colangelo</name><email>lisa.colangelo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/tick-season-guide-b6eta3a4"/><id>urn:uuid:71b71e8d-99b3-457c-8326-6aeaf6f41e87</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Deer ticks, dog ticks, lone star ticks — and the diseases they carry — are prevalent on Long Island.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island's neurodiverse workers find purpose with job programs</title><author><name>Beth Whitehouse</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/long-island-adults-autism-employment-joziz08q"/><id>urn:uuid:c4859080-09ae-439d-be4c-b11ebfee1bba</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Training programs that hire workers with autism exist across Long Island, and Newsday is highlighting them for Autism Acceptance Month.</summary></entry><entry><title>Christopher Zublionis named new Plainedge schools superintendent</title><author><name>Darwin Yanes</name><email>darwin.yanes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/christopher-zublionis-plainedge-school-superintendent-w19s7bb8"/><id>urn:uuid:154052c1-5f6f-4a79-8b5b-836740f952a7</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The new superintendent will be the district's first permanent leader since its schools chief abruptly left the position in September.</summary></entry><entry><title>State budget pits nursing homes against hospitals in fight for dollars</title><author><name>Yancey Roy</name><email>yancey.roy@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/nursing-home-funding-c4c7ujpx"/><id>urn:uuid:0b154d40-d53e-459f-a3da-a9b03520984a</id><updated>2026-04-23T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>They say they need to fill about 850 jobs just on Long Island to meet their bare minimum staffing needs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump says Lebanon and Israel agree to extend Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire by 3 weeks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lebanon-israel-hezbollah-us-talks-ceasefire-washington-m78698"/><id>urn:uuid:aa1ec067-bd99-4b9c-8cdc-a90658338ae7</id><updated>2026-04-23T04:44:37.229-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group by three weeks after talks at the White House.</summary></entry><entry><title>A court orders Zambian government to return ex-president's body to a funeral home in bizarre dispute</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/zambia-former-president-body-lungu-hichilema-q67180"/><id>urn:uuid:5bba7baf-c664-4285-b38d-b3199f8b7345</id><updated>2026-04-23T04:44:00.016-04:00</updated><summary>A dispute over the remains of Zambia's former President Edgar Lungu continues as a court orders his body returned to his family.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chelsea's American project at breaking point as beleaguered team heads into FA Cup semis</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/chelsea-fa-cup-leeds-man-city-southampton-b20610"/><id>urn:uuid:835ced04-e870-4776-b0a6-f20d9699a7c9</id><updated>2026-04-23T04:39:57.028-04:00</updated><summary>Storm clouds are hovering over the American ownership project at Chelsea that has swung from being regarded as bold and exciting to now being considered reckless and damaging.</summary></entry><entry><title>Estonian foreign minister visits Vietnam to boost tech, trade ties</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/vietnam-estonia-russia-trade-eu-q45616"/><id>urn:uuid:2a07eee9-e449-43e3-83a0-3cdde53e6c57</id><updated>2026-04-23T04:23:01.549-04:00</updated><summary>Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has met with Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung in Hanoi as part of his country's effort to build ties in trade, technology and digital transformation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Turkish parliament passes bill to restrict social media access for under-15s</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/turkey-social-media-children-restrictions-law-k70510"/><id>urn:uuid:9658d249-4123-4a5c-a3a8-2bd438c817e0</id><updated>2026-04-23T04:11:08.202-04:00</updated><summary>State-run media says Turkish lawmakers have passed a bill that includes restricting access to social media platforms for children under 15.</summary></entry><entry><title>PSG leads Lens by just 4 points as race for French league title heats up</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/ligue-1-psg-lens-lyon-marseille-k36360"/><id>urn:uuid:1687e565-8f29-473a-abb1-e4d91959fe77</id><updated>2026-04-23T04:01:10.173-04:00</updated><summary>Paris Saint-Germain's dominance in Ligue 1 is under threat as it faces a tight race for the title.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trailblazing coach Eta could influence Champions League battle after Bayern's Bundesliga title</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/bundesliga-preview-germany-a83766"/><id>urn:uuid:10afd729-65bb-4ebd-bf14-9fc5896452d7</id><updated>2026-04-23T03:49:35.386-04:00</updated><summary>Pioneering coach Marie-Louise Eta has a chance to influence the battle for Champions League spots in the Bundesliga as her Union Berlin team takes on third-place Leipzig.</summary></entry><entry><title>Inter Milan has been routed and defeated in Europe yet remains a force at home in Italy</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/inter-milan-serie-a-w47640"/><id>urn:uuid:c1efc1af-9e77-4c0d-9fa5-d6f19871cfa7</id><updated>2026-04-23T03:35:19.977-04:00</updated><summary>Inter Milan is closing in on the Serie A title and could raise two trophies after also reaching the Italian Cup final.</summary></entry><entry><title>A look at China's behind-the-scenes role in Iran war diplomacy</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/china-iran-us-war-behind-scenes-diplomacy-l06661"/><id>urn:uuid:19492435-9a46-4781-b4b2-cbc44eedb8b3</id><updated>2026-04-23T03:03:47.530-04:00</updated><summary>China's behind-the-scenes role in efforts to de-escalate the Iran conflict has been gaining attention.</summary></entry><entry><title>Residents in rural Sudan say the Iran war has made it harder to get medicines</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sudan-iran-supplies-war-humanitarian-s41135"/><id>urn:uuid:17490a5b-f081-46bb-bb3c-f1e4f62aa243</id><updated>2026-04-23T02:59:15.024-04:00</updated><summary>Some people in Sudan say they have struggled to obtain medicines, and the war in Iran has made that worse.</summary></entry><entry><title>Samsung workers rally in South Korea, demanding higher pay and threatening to strike</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/korea-samsung-union-strike-ai-m04328"/><id>urn:uuid:90059b01-df48-4824-9630-7f3a52bc7544</id><updated>2026-04-23T02:53:14.861-04:00</updated><summary>Thousands of Samsung Electronics workers rally at its chip complex in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, demanding higher bonuses and threatening to strike.</summary></entry><entry><title>EU approves a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine after Hungary lifts its veto</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/slovakia-russia-oil-pipeline-ukraine-n84138"/><id>urn:uuid:81271782-e8d3-4d31-92a1-812e2bddb2df</id><updated>2026-04-23T02:42:59.275-04:00</updated><summary>The European Union has approved a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine meet its economic and military needs for the next two years.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Trump orders military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-israel-us-lebanon-latest-april-23-2026-i30363"/><id>urn:uuid:45ed59d7-a29d-45ea-a44a-d91e4868e54b</id><updated>2026-04-23T02:34:51.110-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump has ordered the U.S. military to "shoot and kill" Iranian small boats choking the Strait of Hormuz.</summary></entry><entry><title>'The Devil Wears Prada 2' puts a spotlight on Italy's fashion capital</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/italy-devil-wears-prada-milan-fashion-p08209"/><id>urn:uuid:d49abff3-e781-4cc0-b581-50faf5393207</id><updated>2026-04-23T02:24:53.719-04:00</updated><summary>Prada may play a title role in "The Devil Wears Prada 2," premiering in Milan on Thursday, but fashion and the city itself are also in the spotlight.</summary></entry><entry><title>2 trains collide in Denmark, critically injuring 5 people</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/denmark-train-collision-n51653"/><id>urn:uuid:8564d040-ac42-48e9-ad3f-09dec380e29e</id><updated>2026-04-23T02:17:53.504-04:00</updated><summary>Two trains have collided in Denmark, critically injuring five people.</summary></entry><entry><title>Alex Carpenter and Gabrielle David score 9 seconds apart and the Torrent beat the Frost for 1st time</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/frost-torrent-score-x75624"/><id>urn:uuid:138af971-1511-40e9-a12c-f35a9d17e0f0</id><updated>2026-04-23T01:42:04.031-04:00</updated><summary>Alex Carpenter and Gabrielle David scored nine seconds apart, Anna Wilgren added a goal for her third in two games, and the Seattle Torrent beat the Minnesota Frost 5-4 for their first victory in the series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is seeking counseling and will miss Day 3 of the NFL draft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/vrabel-russini-patriots-f38579"/><id>urn:uuid:14b36c7a-5b76-493f-bd73-e065a52e92d4</id><updated>2026-04-23T01:33:11.861-04:00</updated><summary>New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is seeking counseling and will not be with the team for Day 3 of the NFL Draft on Saturday, following the publication of photos of the coach and longtime NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort.</summary></entry><entry><title>More countries are turning to nuclear power 40 years after the Chernobyl disaster</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/chernobyl-nuclear-power-iran-russia-g56189"/><id>urn:uuid:09690a5b-a154-424c-a324-9fd572487a84</id><updated>2026-04-23T01:09:39.661-04:00</updated><summary>The 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster fueled global fears about nuclear energy and slowed down its development in Europe and other regions.</summary></entry><entry><title>European Union ramps up crisis testing, convinced that Trump's security priorities lie elsewhere</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/eu-security-article-42-7-nato-trump-h61681"/><id>urn:uuid:966840cb-a05d-4967-a1de-15751f44151c</id><updated>2026-04-23T01:06:17.976-04:00</updated><summary>The European Union is preparing to test rules that require member countries to assist each other during crises.</summary></entry><entry><title>US stocks fall on a shaky Wall Street as Brent oil briefly barrels above $107</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/stock-markets-trump-iran-oil-a02640"/><id>urn:uuid:e54fea8e-0323-4ca8-8102-3ad26daca1f1</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:58:48.885-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. stocks pulled back from their record heights on a shaky Wall Street.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gauthier breaks late tie as the Ducks beat the Oilers 6-4 in Game 2 to even series</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/ducks-oilers-score-nhl-stanley-cup-k01215"/><id>urn:uuid:388d591e-dcd3-4866-8184-ef024f7ad1cc</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:58:03.916-04:00</updated><summary>Cutter Gauthier broke a tie off a rebound with 4:52 left and the Anaheim Ducks beat Edmonton 6-4 on Wednesday night in Game 2 to even the first-round series, with Oilers star Connor McDavid escaping a leg injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Earthquakes score 5 times after halftime and beat Austin FC 5-1 to move into 1st place in the West</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/austin-earthquakes-score-i82857"/><id>urn:uuid:b953ca36-9b92-4878-b4e9-eda07e930589</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:57:51.115-04:00</updated><summary>Jack Jasinski secured his first MLS goal, Preston Judd scored two goals in six minutes, and the San Jose Earthquakes used a big second half to beat Austin FC 5-1 for their fifth victory in a row.</summary></entry><entry><title>Zack Steffen has 2 saves for Rapids in 0-0 tie with LAFC</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/rapids-lafc-score-j75749"/><id>urn:uuid:68527564-0c77-4348-b054-68057ec151ea</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:50:27.900-04:00</updated><summary>Zack Steffen finished with two saves and had his second shutout of the season for the Colorado Rapids in a 0-0 tie with Los Angeles FC.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ildemaro Vargas has 2 HRs and 5 RBIs, leads Diamondbacks past White Sox in 11-7 slugfest</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-diamondbacks-score-b81540"/><id>urn:uuid:813f8ecc-f312-4d28-9740-aba5ec10a808</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:48:03.686-04:00</updated><summary>Ildemaro Vargas hit two homers and had five RBIs, Nolan Arenado added a two-run shot and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Chicago White Sox 11-7.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wyatt Johnston's double-OT deflection gives Stars 4-3 win over Wild in Game 3</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/stars-wild-score-nhl-stanley-cup-l30000"/><id>urn:uuid:d6dd8ace-9205-4cf9-a1ce-700f31496f69</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:39:11.330-04:00</updated><summary>Wyatt Johnston scored on a power-play deflection at 12:10 of the second overtime to give the Dallas Stars a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild early Thursday for a 2-1 lead in the first-round series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gilgeous-Alexander scores 37 as the Thunder beat the Suns to go up 2-0 in their 1st-round series</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/suns-thunder-score-f22726"/><id>urn:uuid:6798ce5c-bbaa-4350-a5a4-d7eee8331c97</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:34:34.805-04:00</updated><summary>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 37 points and nine assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Phoenix Suns 120-107 to take a 2-0 lead in their first-round Western Conference playoff series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Voting begins in India's West Bengal state after a national voter list purge</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/india-west-bengal-election-y90611"/><id>urn:uuid:e53caad9-dbc8-4d26-9bd8-975e439d6183</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:29:24.387-04:00</updated><summary>Voting in one of India's most closely watched state elections has begun after a national voter roll revision removed millions of names and raised concerns over disenfranchisement.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump-endorsed Burt Jones seeks edge on Rick Jackson in ugly Republican primary for Georgia governor</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/burt-jones-georgia-governor-republican-b87713"/><id>urn:uuid:caa8c49e-cafd-477d-ac93-c83eeb6f5a91</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:25:28.458-04:00</updated><summary>Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones has been using his role as lieutenant governor this year to try to build up his record as he runs for governor.</summary></entry><entry><title>White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami ties MLB rookie record with HR in 5th straight game</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/munetaki-murakami-five-homers-record-m01351"/><id>urn:uuid:0f8757dc-dbf5-4834-8689-5e7423be649d</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:22:56.978-04:00</updated><summary>Chicago White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami tied a Major League Baseball rookie record by homering in his fifth straight game, crushing a 451-foot shot to right-center field against the Arizona Diamondbacks for his 10th homer of the season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colombia's leader to visit Venezuela for key talks with acting President Delcy Rodríguez</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/petro-delcy-meeting-colombia-venezuela-trump-w10441"/><id>urn:uuid:0510d086-9e27-46c2-afa8-70a8280a07b1</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:20:57.171-04:00</updated><summary>Colombian President Gustavo Petro is visiting Venezuela for key talks on border security and trade with the country's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez.</summary></entry><entry><title>Goodman, Rumfield and Sugano lead the Rockies to an 8-3 win over the Padres</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/padres-rockies-score-a86475"/><id>urn:uuid:cd9caf08-81cb-4128-b3e4-77899a198eb2</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:16:59.728-04:00</updated><summary>Hunter Goodman had two doubles and a homer, TJ Rumfield knocked in two runs and Tomoyuki Sugano struck out four in 5 2/3 innings as the Colorado Rockies defeated the San Diego Padres 8-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cruz missile strikes top of right-field foul pole at 116.9 mph, hardest hit ball this season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/pittsburgh-pirates-oneil-cruz-m24298"/><id>urn:uuid:9882b41e-1946-4197-90b3-870baab6efd5</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:16:15.784-04:00</updated><summary>Pittsburgh Pirates star Oneil Cruz rocketed a cut fastball from Jalen Beeks left over the middle of the plate off the top of the right-field foul pole measured at 432 feet.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dániel Gazdag and Diego Rossi score to help the Crew beat the Galaxy 2-1 in game delayed by weather</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/galaxy-crew-score-m62525"/><id>urn:uuid:2f991203-f14b-42bc-9f22-f2b3c25aeec0</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:15:01.708-04:00</updated><summary>Dániel Gazdag and Diego Rossi each scored to help the Columbus Crew beat the LA Galaxy 2-1 in a game delayed for over two hours due to weather.</summary></entry><entry><title>Flyers move to brink of sweep of Penguins with Game 3 win as Vladar shakes off injury in net</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/philadelphia-flyers-vladar-p10572"/><id>urn:uuid:d2563e69-291c-48ba-96a6-eb3a82ff1215</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:14:28.836-04:00</updated><summary>Dan Vladar skated away gripping his right arm after a collision with the Penguins.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tiny town in North Carolina honors towering Andre The Giant with roadside marker</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/andre-giant-marker-north-carolina-x24839"/><id>urn:uuid:0964ec48-0eb5-45aa-8f95-33a67604fe8e</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:13:11.836-04:00</updated><summary>Wrestler and actor Andre The Giant is being honored with a roadside marker in a small town in North Carolina that was once his home.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lebanon decries Israeli demolition of homes in areas occupied after ceasefire</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lebanon-israel-hezbollah-home-demolitions-u59435"/><id>urn:uuid:d7b3ccec-5a73-4b6c-a3c4-993c56a6ecdc</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:12:03.449-04:00</updated><summary>The Israeli army has been destroying homes in areas of southern Lebanon it has occupied since agreeing last week to a ceasefire with Hezbollah.</summary></entry><entry><title>Millions of Americans may now also be considered Canadian under a new law</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/canadian-citizenship-americans-new-law-x75344"/><id>urn:uuid:40209b77-51c4-49c7-b14f-4ba38cab8110</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:11:50.325-04:00</updated><summary>Millions more Americans might qualify for dual Canadian citizenship under a recent change to Canada's requirements that has led to a surge in applications from its southern neighbor.</summary></entry><entry><title>Evidence against singer D4vd in killing of 14-year-old girl will be revealed in court within days</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/d4vd-celeste-rivas-hernandez-evidence-hearing-a99334"/><id>urn:uuid:34558d22-1fda-485f-99ae-cefe3da45328</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:10:22.215-04:00</updated><summary>Lawyers for singer D4vd are pushing prosecutors to reveal their evidence in the case of Celeste Rivas Hernandez's killing.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bailey breaks up scoreless game with 3-run homer in 7th after Ohtani leaves, Giants win 3-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/ohtani-dodgers-giants-score-h32934"/><id>urn:uuid:022a1df3-899f-4d68-aeb6-abe1334618d5</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:06:24.458-04:00</updated><summary>Patrick Bailey broke up a scoreless game with a three-run homer in the sixth inning after Shohei Ohtani left the mound, and the San Francisco Giants sent the two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to their fourth loss in five games with a 3-0 win.</summary></entry><entry><title>One Tech Tip: Logging on at a cafe? Privacy and security guidelines for remote workers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/privacy-remote-working-wifi-vpn-l80098"/><id>urn:uuid:bf6ccc59-e418-4ff3-9813-7e6a1c70db26</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:05:11.058-04:00</updated><summary>Digital nomads often work from cafes, co-working spaces or airports, thanks to reliable internet and the rise of remote work.</summary></entry><entry><title>Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount's $81 billion takeover of the Hollywood giant</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/warner-brothers-paramount-skydance-netflix-david-ellison-y76802"/><id>urn:uuid:a7888026-d3df-402a-9325-e19198799150</id><updated>2026-04-23T00:01:25.236-04:00</updated><summary>An $81 billion Warner-Paramount mega merger has received shareholders' stamp of approval, propelling a deal that could vastly reshape Hollywood and the wider media landscape closer to the finish line.</summary></entry></feed>