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On Sine Die, Georgia legislators approved a package that includes a $38.5 billion budget with pay raises and literacy coaches, transit and tax changes, and other measures; the bills now head to Gov. Brian Kemp, who has 40 days to act.

Project Hail Mary, adapted from Andy Weir's novel, has drawn praise from some conservative commentators who see Christian imagery, but this opinion piece argues the film does not develop those allusions into a clear theological message and that its ending weakens claims of spiritual depth.

TikTok content has led many users to self-diagnose autism, and clinicians say viral videos cannot replace a formal evaluation and can sometimes mislead.

A genetic analysis of more than 341,000 UK Biobank participants found higher grip strength was associated with a lower risk of depression, and the link appeared stronger in women.

A 7-month-old girl in a stroller was struck by a stray bullet in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, on April 1 and later died; police said the shooting was believed to be gang-related and a 21-year-old has been arrested and charged.

Mayor Gina Matos, who won as a write-in two years ago, is pursuing zoning, property maintenance and community events to manage growth and strengthen local life.

As The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is released, Nintendo spotlights Rosalina—a character introduced in 2007 with a notable maternal backstory—and Princess Peach's role has shifted toward a more active leader since 2023.

The 88th Winters Youth Day will be held April 25, featuring a parade and a memorial 5K fun run that support local youth programs and scholarships.

energyRe announced a $25,000 donation to House of Hope of the Pee Dee on April 1, including sponsorship of the organization's Evening of Hope fundraiser held March 9. The nonprofit provides shelter, meals and recovery services across the Pee Dee region.

The Regional Transit Authority will launch a survey this month to gather community input on bus service in New Orleans East, with planners aiming to implement changes in fall 2027.

Bureau of Labor Statistics surveys completed by March 12 suggest the March jobs report will show a relatively stable U.S. labor market; events since then, including higher gasoline prices and a lower Atlanta Fed GDP estimate, have altered the economic outlook.

Local groups are holding Easter gatherings this weekend, including a free community dinner at the Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley and an Easter sunrise service in Austintown; a 4H egg hunt and a farmers market seed-germination demonstration are also scheduled.

A grant from the Todd Barajas Legacy Fund via the Inland Empire Community Foundation will support the Coachella Valley Rescue Mission; CVRM serves more than 30,000 meals each month and provides outreach, recovery and Rapid Housing services.

Artemis II astronauts reported a tense propulsion burn after launch and sent back messages about views of Earth and a temporary onboard toilet fault that was fixed; Orion remains in Earth orbit en route to the Moon.

The Pilates butterfly is a lying Pilates move that engages the pelvic floor and deep abdominal muscles and is described as helping hip mobility and pelvic stability.

The FDA approved Eli Lilly's once-daily weight-loss pill Foundayo, making it the second oral GLP-1 pill on the U.S. market. In trials, the highest dose produced about a 12% average weight loss after 72 weeks.

The traveling show 'Unseen Ocean: America's Hidden Coral Gardens Revealed' opened April 3 at Spokane's Chase Gallery, featuring paintings, sculptures, video installations and public programming; the exhibit runs through April 25.

After UConn's 86-64 NCAA Tournament win over No. 14 Jackson State, coach Geno Auriemma praised Jackson State's program and said coach Tomekia Reed deserves more recognition from larger schools.

The article explains anticipatory anxiety as worry about the next day that can raise wake-promoting hormones, and presents seven expert-recommended habits — including a short warm shower and simple breathing exercises — plus sleep-hygiene measures such as avoiding late caffeine.

Microsoft plans to invest $10 billion in Japan over four years to develop AI infrastructure and strengthen cybersecurity, working with partners including SoftBank and Sakura Internet and aiming to train one million engineers by 2030.

Court documents allege a Coral Springs couple confined their adopted 12-year-old daughter and forced her to soil herself; they were arrested, charged with child abuse, and a judge ordered $100,000 bail at arraignment.

Iranian drones reportedly struck Kuwait's Mina al-Ahmadi oil refinery, sparking fires; Kuwait Petroleum Corp. said firefighters were working to control the blazes and that no injuries were reported.

Six innocent people, including an unborn baby, were killed in three separate police pursuits this week in Orange and Los Angeles counties; authorities say agencies are reviewing pursuit policies.

HairSpiracy returns to Portland with "The Hair Collection," a museum-style event on April 4 showcasing Black hair as living art through runway pieces, live demonstrations and local vendors. The event arrives as a recent Consumer Reports investigation raised questions about the safety of many braiding hair products.

NASA said Artemis II will continue its planned 10-day lunar flyby after Mission Control helped fix a malfunctioning $30 million toilet and restored a brief loss of communications following launch.

Megan Thee Stallion resumed the role of Zidler in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Thursday, two days after she was taken to a hospital after falling ill during a Tuesday performance. Her engagement runs through May 17 and the show is scheduled to close in July.

Braylon Mullins sank a 35-foot shot that sent UConn past Duke and into the Final Four, and the freshman has returned to his Indiana roots amid a surge of attention and new name, image and likeness opportunities.

After a roughly six-minute translunar injection burn, Orion and its four-person crew departed Earth orbit and are on a planned trajectory for a lunar flyby and return to Earth.

First responders in Mobile held a parade on April 2 at the USA Health Children's and Women's parking lot to show support for a baby that firefighters helped deliver in a parking lot on March 22.

Community-built shaded shelters have been installed across six regions in Niger, protecting 6,465 children and enabling women to join a World Bank–supported Cash for Work land restoration program that began in 2023.