A former intern took credit in a statement for creating Bernie Moreno’s profile, saying he was “thoroughly embarrassed” by the “aborted prank” he had pulled.

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1. Wannabe MAGA Senator Denies Link to Gay Hookup Site: Report

  ‘JUVENILE’ 

A former intern took credit in a statement for creating Bernie Moreno’s profile, saying he was “thoroughly embarrassed” by the “aborted prank” he had pulled.

POLITICS

 

2. Flight Attendant’s Blunder Likely Caused Plane Plunge: WSJ

 WTF 

The LATAM Boeing 787 went into a sudden dive that left about 50 people injured.

TRAVEL

 

How to Buy an E-Bike for a Fraction of the Retail Price

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3. Billionaire’s Son: LA Club Barred Me Over Hispanic Wife

 ‘RACIAL ARISTOCRACY’ 

Matthew Winnick, whose father Gary Winnick made a fortune in telecommunications, is suing Hillcrest Country Club after being denied membership.

U.S. NEWS

 

4. Subpoena Means Gaetz May Face Questions on Sordid Past: ABC

 THE SAGA CONTINUES 

The deposition could force Gaetz to answer questions under oath about his alleged sexual activity with a 17-year-old girl.

POLITICS

 

Shoppers Say These Sleep Gummies Are ‘Better Than Ambien’

 SLEEP WEEK 

SugarBear vegan sleep gummies are made with natural herbs and minerals that some reviewers say are just as effective as a prescription medication. Plus, they’re delicious!

 

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5. Lyft, Uber to Leave Minneapolis After Minimum Wage Hike

 SAYING SAYONARA 

A new ordinance passed Thursday is set to take effect on May 1, requiring the companies to increase driver wages to meet the local minimum wage of $15 an hour.

U.S. NEWS

 

6. Man Finds Human Toes ‘Sticking Out of the Ground’ in Yard

 GARDEN PLOT 

A woman helping the homeowner with yard work said she was “shook” by the gruesome discovery.

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7. Indicted FBI Rat Paid by Texas Firm Tied to Trump: Report

 MONEY HONEY 

Economic Transformation Technologies shelled out $600,000 to Alexander Smirnov in 2020—the same year he allegedly began feeding federal agents lies about the Biden family.

POLITICS

 

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8. Daniel Craig Courts Qatari Money for New ‘Othello’ Movie

 ALWAYS BE PITCHING 

Meanwhile, the Gulf nation is interested in a relationship with the James Bond franchise, whose gatekeeper is attached to Craig’s new project.

ENTERTAINMENT

 

9. Palestinian Prez Picks Longtime Adviser to Be New PM

 NEPO BUDDY 

The former premier, Mohammed Shtayyeh, resigned last month amid international pressure to reform the Palestinian government as the conflict in Gaza shows little sign of abating.

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10. Pornhub Leaves Texas High and Dry as Users Are Blocked

 BLUE BALLED 

Users in Texas were greeted with a message calling the new law “ineffective, haphazard, and dangerous,” and were blocked from entering the site.

U.S. NEWS

 

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11. Man Shot in Head With His Own Gun After Fight on NYC Subway

 ‘AGGRESSIVE’ 

A 36-year-old man allegedly immediately targeted another man who got on the subway car, approaching him in a “provocative” manner, authorities and witnesses said.

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12. France’s Biggest Pop Star Sends Far-Right Into Racist Rants

 UPROAR 

Rumors that Mali-born Aya Nakamura might perform at the Paris Olympics fueled the ire of the far-right, who said she doesn’t represent France.

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13. Bob Menendez Reportedly Eyes Independent Senate Run

 TRY TRY AGAIN 

The embattled senator’s legal fees have mounted since September, while his donations have dropped.

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