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The Short List

Sat Mar 9 2024

 

John Riley Audience Editor

European officials are getting anxious about the prospect of a Trump presidency. A high-profile "reverse discimination" case 50 years ago still resonates today. And it's almost time for the Oscars, Hollywood's biggest night.

๐Ÿ‘‹Good morning, Short List nation! I'm John Riley, here again with some truly compelling stories from USA TODAY. Make yourselves at home!

But first: spring forward ๐Ÿ•ฐ️ Daylight saving time begins Sunday at 2 a.m. local time − your clocks go ahead one hour. Not everyone is a fan, especially parents ... and your dog.๐Ÿถ

What another Trump presidency would mean for US allies

As the U.S. election nears, America's allies are watching nervously and wondering what it means if Donald Trump returns to the White House. In private, some say they are preparing for a chaotic presidency that might actively work against European interests. ๐Ÿ˜ฐ Why officials are asking: 'Are you really going to do this again?'

Why a 50-year-old affirmative action case still divides us

In 1974, a white Louisiana factory worker named Brian Weber sued his employer for reverse discrimination and lost in a case that went all the way to the Supreme Court. At the time, the court's ruling was hailed as a boost for affirmative action. But 50 years later, the nation is still divided over the outcome. ⚖️ Read how the Weber ruling continues to reverberate today.

The Oscars: Get set for the Super Bowl of awards shows

The movies' biggest night unfolds Sunday at Los Angeles' Dolby Theatre, drawing Hollywood's most glamorous and infamous. The Best Picture battle remains focused on "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer," aka Barbenheimer. But surprises are lurking, such as: Will "The Holdovers" star Paul Giamatti vanquish "Oppenheimer" doppelgรคnger Cillian Murphy? Follow the Oscars − from red carpet to afterparties − at USA TODAY! ๐ŸŽฅ Tune in: When and where to watch the Oscars

Keep scrolling: There are more great stories below.๐Ÿ‘‡ See you next week!

Hurricane Idalia approaches the western coast of Florida while Hurricane Franklin churns in the Atlantic Ocean at 5:01 p.m. EDT on August 29, 2023.

El Niรฑo is fading and could give way to a La Niรฑa, which could be bad news for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season given the warm ocean temperatures.

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Mifepristone is used with another medication called misoprostol to end a pregnancy that is less than 70 days developed. The pills are taken about two days apart.
 

CVS, Walgreens to carry mifepristone. Will other pharmacies follow suit?

Walgreens and CVS will begin dispensing mifepristone in certain locations, but experts say an upcoming Supreme Court ruling could halt the rollout.

"Our approach is very much about creating friendships with benefits," says Simon Hopper (left), pictured here with wife Carolyn (right).
 

They had a loving marriage and great sex life: Why they became swingers

More and more swingers have been vocalizing the importance of a friendship mindset and want you to know members of this lifestyle are not a monolith.

Kyle Clark spends up to eight hours per day job searching.
 

Behind the glowing job numbers, hiring is slowing

Job growth has been strong despite high inflation and interest rates. But beneath the surface, hiring has slowed and workers worry about unemployment.

FILE- In this May 16, 2018, file photo, a U.S. F-22 Raptor stealth fighter jet lands as South Korea and the United States conduct the Max Thunder joint military exercise at an air base in Gwangju, South Korea.
 

How a US army analyst allegedly sold national military secrets to China

Korbein Schultz was an intelligence analyst who allegedly shared info about advanced fighter aircraft and intercontinental ballistic missiles.

Britt Reid walks to the courtroom Tuesday at the Jackson County Courthouse in Kansas City, Missouri.
 

The Missouri governor wants you to forget what Britt Reid did. Don't.

Britt Reid, son of coach Andy Reid, had his prison sentence commuted. But we should also not forget what happened to the 5-year-old girl he injured.

Philadelphia Eagles' Jason Kelce cries during an NFL football press conference announcing his retirement in Philadelphia, Monday, March 4, 2024. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
 

Why Jason Kelce's teary retirement speech carries an important message for men

Jason Kelce's retirement press conference had both Kelce and his brother Travis in tears. Why it's healthy for everyone, especially men, to cry.

The sun is eclipsed by the moon and the sun's corona can be seen during a total solar eclipse on Monday, August 21, 2017. This image was captured in Deep Creek, Bryson City, North Carolina. (Joseph Forzano / The Palm Beach Post)
 

The eclipse will bring a surreal silence as animals react in confusion

Scientists are gearing up to observe animals at multiple zoos during April's eclipse. They were surprised at what they discovered last time.

Tropical Fruit: Banana
 

Make bananas last longer with these hacks

Bananas are a beloved fruit, but managing their ripeness can be a challenge. Here's how to keep them fresh longer and more ways to use them.

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