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Oxford coach blasts Thames pollution as a national disgrace ahead of Boat Race with Cambridge

The coach of Oxford’s crew taking part in the Boat Race has described the pollution in London’s River Thames as a “national disgrace” as the company responsible for its upkeep faces mounting …

Philippine leader warns of countermeasures in response to Chinese aggression at sea

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The Philippine president said Thursday that his government would enforce a “countermeasure package” in response to “aggressive and dangerous attacks” by the …
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NBA All-Star Aftermath: Breaking Down the Brilliance of the 2024 Showcase

The 2024  NBA All-Star Weekend, held with great anticipation and fanfare, showcased the remarkable talents and competitiveness of the league's top players, culminating in an event filled with …
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A faster spinning Earth may cause timekeepers to subtract a second from world clocks For the first time in history, world timekeepers may have to consider subtracting a second from our clocks in …

This stinks. A noxious weed forces Arizona national monument's picnic area to close until May

Visitors to Casa Grande Ruins National Monument in south-central Arizona might not be able to use the attraction’s picnic area until May. Monument officials announced Wednesday that the picnic area …
Government

Arizona House moves forward with bill for 'same sex' showers in schools

PHOENIX — State lawmakers are moving to forbid public school students to shower with anyone other than those who have the same sex organs. But foes said this is a problem that really …
Government

Peoria Republican setting up panel to investigate Arizona AG

PHOENIX — Republican House Speaker Ben Toma has formed a special panel to look into the practices of state elected officials — starting with Democrat Kris Mayes. In an announcement …

Kari Lake declines to defend defamation lawsuit filed by Arizona election official

Kari Lake, a Republican Senate candidate in Arizona who says she lost a 2022 race for governor because of fraud, is declining to defend against a defamation lawsuit filed by a top election official. …
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Chandler Vietnamese eatery focuses on pho, beef dishes

A Ma’s Kitchen & Pho is a family-run Vietnamese eatery in the Chandler Ranch shopping center, a few doors from the 99 Ranch market,on the northeast corner of Chandler Boulevard and Dobson …
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Peoria staff regroups on final portion of Northern Parkway, avoids going over budet

The completion of the Peoria portion of Northern Parkway has run up against time and cost constraints, so the city’s engineering department regrouped to keep the project from going over budget.

Interior Department issues rule to limit methane leaks from public lands drilling

The Biden administration has issued a final rule aimed at limiting methane leaks from oil and gas drilling on federal and tribal lands, its latest action to crack down on emissions of methane, a …
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Event schedule for Final Four Fan Fest in Phoenix

The Men's Final Four is bringing a weekend packed with events for residents and visitors of all ages.

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Opinions with Civility
Life-science researchers are thrilled about the advances made with “small-molecule” medicines.
I own a pickleball court. It is for our personal use with friends and family. We do not play after 10 p.m. Our court is far from neighboring homes. We don't hold any "leagues or tournaments." …
I recently learned of a complaint filed to Secretary of State Adrian Fontes by Third Way, a national think tank that champions modern center-left ideas.
As the U.S. Supreme Court hears oral arguments that could “pave the way toward a national abortion ban” by severely restricting access to the medication mifepristone, David Schweikert and …
Our local Fountain Hills Theater is often amazing. The world premiere production of “The Great Gatsby – The Musical,” is its latest triumph. This musical adaptation of F. Scott …
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Local sports

Caleb Love leads Arizona into Sweet 16 with team-first approach

Arizona's Caleb Love arrived from North Carolina with a bad reputation. Perception didn’t meet reality once Love put on a Wildcats uniform. The Wildcats are in the Sweet 16 for the second time in …

Diamondbacks host the Rockies for the season opener

The Arizona Diamondbacks host the Colorado Rockies in the season opener.

Opening day 2024: What to watch for as 28 of 30 MLB teams start their season

After the Dodgers and Padres soft-launched the 2024 MLB season with a two-game series in Seoul, South Korea last week, the league's other 28 teams are set to begin the season Thursday. All eyes …
National sports
Ex-Wallabies captain Michael Hooper set records in the traditional 15-a-side format and is hoping to transition to rugby sevens quickly enough to play for Australia at the Paris Olympics. Hooper has …
Michael Porter Jr. said Wednesday night that he knows his younger brother wouldn't do anything to jeopardize his budding NBA career. The league confirmed Monday that it's launched an investigation …
Officials said they missed a foul call in the closing seconds of the Los Angeles Clippers’ 108-107 win over Philadelphia, denying the 76ers a possible victory in their fight for better playoff …
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Valley business

Chandler zoning board meeting OKs showroom, industrial building

A development plan to build a Floor & Décor showroom building and an industrial “flex” building at Germann and Cooper is one of the few items on the Chandler Planning and Zoning Commission approved at its March 20 meeting.

There weren’t many items on the agenda for the March 20 Chandler Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting. That made for a usual short meeting — after a lengthy study session. …

Chandler shopping center sells for $12.5M

Sun Village Fair, a shopping center in north-central Chandler, has been sold to a group called Arizona Partners for $12.5 million, according to a news release. The Walmart in upper right and Wendy's and First Bank along Warner Road were not part of the transaction.

Sun Village Fair, a shopping center in north-central Chandler, has been sold to a group called Arizona Partners for $12.5 million, according to a news release. The 20.46-acre site sits at the …

Bartender comes out of retirement for North Scottsdale hot spot

Bartender Keifer Gilbert is coming out of retirement to set the menu at new Tell Your Friends bar.

At the top of his game in the craft cocktail industry, Keifer Gilbert stepped out of the hospitality scene three years ago and into full-time software development. It wasn’t until his …

New Vietnamese restaurant open in South Chandler

Pho Ngoc, a family-owned Vietnamese restaurant, has opened in the shopping center anchored by Safeway on the northwest corner of Alma School and Chandler Heights roads in South Chandler.

Pho Ngoc, a family-owned Vietnamese restaurant, has opened in the shopping center anchored by Safeway on the northwest corner of Alma School and Chandler Heights roads in South Chandler. There …

Neighbors

Ring recognition: Phoenix renames street in honor of boxer Michael Carbajal

Phoenix native hall of fame boxer Michael Carbajal, in backwards black cap, poses with Phoenix City Councilmember Laura Pastor, center, and other supporters after Phoenix City Council unanimously renamed a street in Carbajal’s honor last week. (Courtesy Laura Pastor)

Francisco Montoya said she was there when Phoenix-native Michael Carbajal, a five-time world champion, was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in New York in 2006. “That …

Scottsdale Arts offers array of events in April

Scottsdale Arts offers an array of events designed to inspire laughter and celebration in April.

Scottsdale Arts will bring laughter, celebration and fun-filled enjoyment with many new exciting events this April. The April lineup starts with The ARTrageous Gala | Cosmic Crescendo on April …

Meet Kasumy – Creative soul ready for adoptive family

Kasumy

Fifteen-year-old Kasumy describes herself as quiet but says she’s open to new adventures and enjoys expressing herself creatively.

Desert Hills Presbyterian Church presents the Merz Trio

Desert Hills Presbyterian Church presents the Merz Trio March 23.

Desert Hills Presbyterian Church presents the next concert in its Arts at the Rocks performing arts series, as it welcomes the acclaimed Merz Trio to the stage on Saturday, March 23 at 4 p.m. …

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Hyatt Regency Scottsdale offers well-being program

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa is introducing well-being program, including pickleball, tennis and fitness classes.

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch introduces new, wellbeing-focused group experiences, ranging from pickleball tournaments to group fitness classes led by local professional …

Learn about water in free Phoenix festival setting

Wesley Bolin Plaza in Phoenix will come alive with activities, exhibits, displays and games all relating to the state’s most precious resource: water.

Jazz exhibit at Chandler Museum on display April 6

Miles Davis, shown here in a 1987 performance, was frequently the subject of Bob Willoughby's photography. A display of Willoughby's work will be on display at the Chandler Museum from April 6 to May 26.

Bob Willoughby is perhaps best known for his candid photographs of famous Hollywood actors, but before taking photos on film sets, he captured many images of jazz musicians. Working in difficult …

Science Center in Phoenix to host free eclipse viewing party

North America will experience a total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, and Arizona Science Center in Phoenix is planning a free viewing party for it.

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Obituaries & Memorials

Richard Steve Bogue

In the rose-colored hues of a setting sun over Arizona, a bright star dimmed as Dick Bogue, aged 82, took his final bow on the night of Sunday, March 24th. Born on September 21, 1941, in Council …

Mary Lou Burgess

In Loving Memory Mary Lou was born, April 9, 1939, in St. Louis, Missouri. She lived most of her life in California. She retired to Sun City West, Arizona in 1990, where she enjoyed many clubs and …

Celeste Dorothy Shovelski

Celeste passed away on February 27, 2024. Celeste was born on May 19, 1921. So, soon she would have celebrated her 103rd birthday. She was born in Baltimore, MD and lived in Severna Park, MD and …

Joseph Kurzweil

Joseph, age 97, of Sun City West, AZ, formerly of Addison, Il and Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2024. Born February 2, 1927, Joe is the son of the late Frank and Ella Kurzweil of …

Elizabeth (Betty) Kearns-Krueger

Remembering Elizabeth (Betty) Kearns Krueger (1928-2023) With great sadness, we announce the passing of Elizabeth (Betty) Kearns Krueger in Boulder, Colorado, on September 30th, 2023, at the age …
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Nation

Home Depot buying supplier to professional contractors in a deal valued at about $18.25B

Home Depot will buy SRS Distribution, a materials provider for professionals, in a deal valued at approximately $18.25 billion. It is Home Depot's largest acquisition in its history and with it, …

Key findings from AP's investigation into police force that isn't supposed to be lethal

Every day, police in the U.S. rely on common use-of-force tactics that, unlike guns, are meant to stop people without killing them. But when misused, these tactics can still end in death — as …

This is how reporters documented 1,000 deaths after police force that isn't supposed to be fatal

The federal government has struggled for years to track deaths that happened after police used force like physical restraints and Tasers that isn’t supposed to be lethal. After George Floyd was …

VP Harris says US agencies must show their AI tools aren't harming people's safety or rights

U.S. federal agencies must show that their artificial intelligence tools aren't harming the public, or stop using them, under new rules unveiled by the White House on Thursday. “When government …

Biden is announcing a new rule to protect consumers who purchase short-term health insurance plans

President Joe Biden on Thursday announced new steps to protect consumers who buy short-term health insurance plans that critics say amount to junk. A new rule finalized by the Democratic …
World

Russia perseveres with bombardments of Ukraine in an effort to wear down air defenses

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia fired salvoes of drones and missiles overnight at southern and eastern regions of Ukraine, authorities said Thursday, injuring more than a dozen people as the …

It's a bittersweet Easter for chocolate lovers and African cocoa farmers but big brands see profits

Shoppers may get a bitter surprise in their Easter baskets this year. Chocolate eggs and bunnies are more expensive than ever as changing climate patterns eat into global cocoa supplies and the …

A fight to protect the dignity of Michelangelo's David raises questions about freedom of expression

Michelangelo’s David has been a towering figure in Italian culture since its completion in 1504. But curators worry the marble statue’s religious and political significance is being diminished by …

Turkey's high-stakes mayoral races are expected to be close. Volunteer monitors will be key

ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — With local elections across Turkey days away, legal experts are coaching thousands of volunteer election monitors on the rules they'll need to watch for fraud and ensure a …

Ukraine foreign minister arrives in New Delhi to boost ties with India, a historical ally of Russia

NEW DELHI (AP) — Ukraine's foreign minister arrived in New Delhi on Thursday for a two-day visit to boost bilateral ties and cooperation with India, which considers Russia a time-tested ally from …
Entertainment
A view of a poster advertising comedian Ed Gamble's Hot Diggity Dog tour on the Bakerloo line platform at Embankment underground station in London, Wednesday March 27, 2024. Gamble has been ordered to change a subway station poster campaign for his new standup show because the image of a hot dog violated the transit network’s ban on junk food advertising. The poster for the show, “Hot Diggity Dog,” showed a mustard- and ketchup-smeared Gamble beside a half-eaten hot dog on a plate. A bemused Gamble replaced the wiener with a cucumber, and the poster was approved. (Joe Sene/PA via AP)

No joke: UK comedian told to remove hot dog from subway poster over junk food ban

LONDON (AP) — On the London Underground, hot dogs are no joking matter. Comedian Ed Gamble has been ordered to change a subway station poster campaign for his new standup show because the image …
FILE - Taylor Swift arrives at the 66th annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 4, 2024, in Los Angeles. A photographer told police he was punched in the face by Taylor Swift’s father on the Sydney waterfront on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024, hours after the pop star’s Australian tour ended. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)

No police charges for Taylor Swift's dad over paparazzi incident in Sydney

Taylor Swift’s father will not be charged over a photographer's claim that Scott Swift assaulted him on the Sydney waterfront hours after the pop star’s Australian tour ended last month. …
Boarding is put up next to the Banksy artwork on the side of a residential building in Hornsey Road, north London, Wednesday March 27, 2024 which has been covered in perspex sheeting for protection. An environmentally themed mural in London by street artist Banksy has been encased in plastic and surrounded by fencing after an apparent act of vandalism. (Aaron Chown/PA via AP)

Banksy tree mural that sprouted in London is fenced off after apparent vandalism

An environmentally themed mural by elusive street artist Banksy that appeared last week on a London street has been encased in plastic and surrounded by fencing after an apparent act of vandalism. …
FILE - Martin Scorsese arrives for an event in Beverly Hills, Calif. Scorsese will host, narrate and produce an eight-part docudrama for Fox Nation about the evolution of eight men and women to Sainthood. The first four episodes of “Martin Scorsese Presents: THE SAINTS” will debut in November. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)

Martin Scorsese will dive into the journey to sainthood with an 8-part Fox Nation docuseries

Martin Scorsese has already said he's working on a film about Jesus, and now he's making a project about saints. Scorsese will host, narrate and produce an eight-part docudrama called “Martin …
FILE - Actor Jussie Smollett listens as his sentence is read at the Leighton Criminal Court Building, March 10, 2022, in Chicago. The Illinois Supreme Court on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, accepted an appeal of Smollett's disorderly conduct conviction for staging a racist and homophobic attack against himself in 2019, then lying to Chicago police about it. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune via AP, Pool, File)

Illinois Supreme Court to hear actor Jussie Smollett appeal of conviction for staging racist attack

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois Supreme Court will hear an appeal of actor Jussie Smollett's disorderly conduct conviction for staging a racist and homophobic attack against himself in 2019, …