Trump administration orders national parks to remain open despite cutting more than 1,500 jobs so far this year. LA Times

VOA VIEW: So be it.

The Compton resident was a member of the 'Triple Nickles,' a World War II combat-ready unit who trained as some of America's first 'smokejumpers.' LA Times

Howard Lutnick said the calls from foreign officials prove that "these countries know that they’ve been ripping us off,” suggesting there was no room for negotiations. New York Post

VOA VIEW: It is what it is.

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This South American natural sweetener has nearly half the calories of table sugar — and it has loads of health benefits. New York Post

One in 50 men think they could beat a horse in a 100 meter sprint. New York Post

It's a happy time for "Happy Days" fans. New York Post

The president’s top advisers acknowledged President Trump’s sweeping tariffs could raise prices but said an economic adjustment that would ultimately benefit American workers was overdue. New York Times

VOA VIEW: Trust the man who dares.

Senate Republicans are hoping to ice Democrats out from deciding the fate of President Trump’s 2017 tax cuts, a move that Democrats could eventually use against them. New York Times

VOA VIEW: As they should.

Minimalist gadgets like the new Light Phone III, a smartphone that barely does anything, promise to help us focus. New York Times

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The number, far higher than any previous estimate, poses a test for the new government. Experts fear that sarin, chlorine and mustard gas stockpiles could be unsecured. New York Times

VOA VIEW: Madness!

House Speaker Mike Johnson is attempting to rally GOP lawmakers to affirm a budget bill passed by the Senate on Saturday morning, as at least three House Republicans threaten to defect. OANN

VOA VIEW: Republicans that don't stick together may no get reelected.

Pope Francis has made his first public appearance since being released from the hospital.  OANN

The Canadian Parliament has been put on lockdown after a man barricaded himself inside, prompting evacuations.  OANN

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Trump advisor Elon Musk advocated for free trade between the United States and Europe in hopes that both sides can eliminate the need for tariffs while growing economic ties. OANN

VOA VIEW: Makes sense.

About 45 years have passed since a U.S. state last eliminated its income tax on wages and salaries. But with recent actions in Mississippi and Kentucky, two states now are on a path to do so, if their economies keep growing. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: It would be good for all states and its citizens.

States increasingly struggling to cover the rising cost of popular GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic and Zepbound are searching for ways to get out from under the budgetary squeeze that took them by surprise. Washington Times

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The cockpit door of a single-engine two-seater plane came off mid-flight as the pilot was flying over Loudoun County Saturday, and local law enforcement are now looking for the door. Washington Times

Another round of torrential rain and flash flooding was coming Saturday for parts of the South and Midwest already heavily waterlogged by days of severe storms that also spawned some deadly tornadoes. Washington Times

At least 16 people were killed in weather-related fatalities this week, including tornadoes that destroyed entire neighborhoods. CBS

Some Ukrainians received emails this week telling them that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security would be terminating their legal protections CBS

Three people in a rural California town have died from hantavirus, the same infection that authorities said killed Gene Hackman's wife​ earlier this year. CBS

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An Arizona prisoner serving 16 life sentences allegedly killed three other inmates at a state prison, with officials saying he had "intent to harm." FOX News

VOA VIEW: He should be executed.

Two border officers face federal charges after allegedly accepting thousands in bribes to let illegal immigrants pass through the San Ysidro Port of Entry without inspection. FOX News

VOA VIEW: They should be severely punished.

A mortician in Mississippi was charged criminally after he allegedly put human bodies inside a storage unit. FOX News

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Massive potential cuts within the U.S. Army, reported by Military.com, would lead to a "leaner, more lethal, and larger" combat force. FOX News

A Salvadoran illegal immigrant has been arrested and charged after allegedly stabbing a Virginia man to death in a stranger's home on March 27. FOX News

The U.S. Naval Academy removed 381 books from its library shelves in response to President Donald Trump's executive order banning diversity, equity and inclusion materials and policies in federal facilities. UPI

VOA VIEW: It show the extent of military stupidity under Biden.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said nations need to apply "real pressure" on Russia to end its attacks on Ukraine following Russian air strikes on a residential area on Friday. UPI

VOA VIEW: Putin is pushing for Trump action.

Those wanting to play Mega Millions now have to pay more for a ticket -- the next drawing in the multi-state lottery will cost $5, more than double it's long-time cost. UPI

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday attempted to ease tensions with NATO members and the prime minister of the host country, Belgium, amid steep tariffs announced Wednesday. UPI

VOA VIEW: The tariffs were not extreme.

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