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Surveillance Law Reauthorized by Senate in Last-Minute Vote – What You Need to Know!

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Washington, D.C. – The Senate narrowly avoided missing its deadline as it voted early Saturday to reauthorize a crucial surveillance law that had caused division over the FBI’s use of the program to search for Americans’ data. The approved legislation extends the program known as Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act for two more years. The bill now awaits President Joe Biden’s signature to become law. The reauthorization of the surveillance law, originally …

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**H&R Block Technology Outage Causes Chaos for Last-Minute Tax Filers**

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Miami, Florida – Thousands of last-minute tax filers were met with technology outages on Monday, as H&R Block experienced difficulties preventing users from electronically filing their returns. The outage primarily affected individuals who had purchased and downloaded H&R Block software on their computers, while those using the software through a web browser or working with tax professionals remained unaffected. The company’s outage began around 9 p.m. on Sunday and persisted throughout most of Monday, prompting …

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Execution Governor Denies Last-Minute Stay for Double-Murderer: Dorsey’s Fate Sealed as Missouri Prepares for Justice

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Jefferson City, Missouri – Despite efforts by Brian Dorsey’s legal team and supporters to prevent his execution, Missouri Governor Mike Parson has denied a last-minute stay in his case. Dorsey, who was convicted in the 2006 double-murder of his cousin and her husband, is scheduled to be executed on Tuesday evening at the Potosi Correctional Center in Washington County. Governor Parson emphasized that carrying out the sentence according to Missouri law and the Court’s order …

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Pope Francis Skips Traditional Good Friday Celebration at Colosseum: Health Concerns Cause Last-Minute Change of Plans

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Rome, Italy – Pope Francis decided to skip the traditional Good Friday procession at Rome’s Colosseum due to health concerns, the Vatican announced. This unexpected decision raised worries about his frail condition during a demanding period. The 87-year-old pontiff, who had part of one lung removed in his youth, has been dealing with ongoing health issues, including what has been described as the flu, bronchitis, or a cold throughout the winter. Expected to head the …

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**Infield Insured: Yankees Make Last-Minute Trade for Jon Berti | MLB News**

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Houston, Texas – Aaron Boone, the manager of the New York Yankees, expressed his concerns about the team’s infield depth as he woke up on Wednesday morning. However, a few hours later, the Yankees secured infield insurance to address this issue. Leading up to the start of the season, the Yankees orchestrated a three-way trade to acquire utility infielder Jon Berti from the Miami Marlins. In exchange, catcher Ben Rortvedt was sent to the Tampa …

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Government Shutdown Averted: Senate Passes $1.2 Trillion Spending Bill in Last-Minute Deal with Biden

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WASHINGTON – Senators worked late into the night on Friday and early Saturday morning on a bill to fund several government departments and agencies, missing the midnight deadline to prevent a partial shutdown. Despite the missed deadline, Senate leaders reached a deal to vote on amendments and final passage of the bill, which would then head to President Joe Biden for his signature. The White House expressed confidence in Congress passing the necessary appropriations to …

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Tech Madness: Huge Best Buy Sale Ends Tomorrow! Grab Last-Minute Deals on TVs, Laptops, and More!

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Shoppers in need of some great tech deals have an exciting opportunity at Best Buy. The retailer is currently hosting a massive sale on a variety of products, including TVs, action cameras, laptops, headphones, smart lighting, and more. The three-day sale will be ending soon, so time is of the essence for those looking to snag some last-minute bargains. One noteworthy deal is on the DuraPro outdoor 55-inch 4K TV, which is on sale for …

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Government Shutdown Averted Again: Congress Reaches Last-Minute Deal to Prevent Chaos

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Washington D.C. – Congressional leaders have reached a bipartisan agreement to avert a government shutdown, a widely anticipated move that will buy more time to negotiate critical funding measures. The deal, struck following intense negotiations, will prevent a potential crisis and keep federal agencies running smoothly. The agreement on appropriations bills and a stopgap funding measure signals a temporary reprieve from the looming threat of a shutdown. This move comes amidst growing concerns over the …

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Employee Safety Concerns Lead to Last-Minute Concert Cancellation at Meow Wolf

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SANTA FE, N.M. — The cancellation of a concert at Meow Wolf in Santa Fe, New Mexico, just an hour before showtime on Wednesday, Feb. 14, has sparked controversy and a discussion on safety concerns and discrimination. The event was set to feature musician Matisyahu and was expected to draw a sold-out crowd before being abruptly called off. Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webber expressed zero tolerance for racism and discrimination in response to the cancellation, …

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Maryland Governor Hogan Stuns with Last-Minute Senate Candidate Announcement

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Maryland Governor Larry Hogan surprised many by announcing his last-minute bid for the U.S. Senate seat in Maryland just hours before the filing deadline. Hogan, a two-term governor in a predominantly Democratic state, had previously ruled out a Senate run to pursue a potential presidential bid. However, he has now decided to enter the race to succeed retiring Democratic Sen. Ben Cardin in 2024. In his announcement video, Hogan criticized the current …

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