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Woman takes reverse discrimination case to Supreme Court over hiring of gay co-workers

Wednesday, February 26 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Marlean Ames had earned positive performance reviews for nearly 15 years in her job at the Ohio Department of Youth Services. But in 2019 when she applied for a promotion, she got passed over for the position and was subsequently demoted.A gay... Read More.

As New Orleans Mardi Gras goes into full swing, security boosted to historic levels

Wednesday, February 26 by ABC News

(NEW ORLEANS) -- More cops than confetti are expected to be prevalent on parade routes when Mardi Gras goes into full swing in New Orleans this weekend.City officials said security has been ramped up to historic levels in the wake of a New Year's... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 2/25/25

Wednesday, February 26 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Tuesday's sports events:NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONCeltics 111, Raptors 101Cavaliers 122, Magic 82Bucks 97, Rockets 100Suns 148, Grizzlies 151Spurs 103, Pelicans 109Hornets 92, Warriors 128Mavericks 99, Lakers 107NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUEMaple Leafs 5, Bruins 4Ducks 2, Sabres 3Hurricanes 0,... Read More.

Ukrainian official suggests US mineral deal terms improved for Kyiv

Wednesday, February 26 by ABC News

(KYIV) -- A Ukrainian official described to ABC News details of a potential U.S.-Ukraine mineral deal, sharing points that appear to suggest Kyiv has succeeded in significantly improving the terms, perhaps staring down some of the Trump administration's more onerous demands.The $500 billion demanded... Read More.

Lockdown lifted at US naval base in Italy after security incident

Wednesday, February 26 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- A U.S. naval base in Italy was briefly placed on lockdown on Wednesday due to an "security incident," officials said.Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily said its shelter-in-place order was cleared at about 11:25 a.m., more than 3 hours after it first... Read More.

Russia reports massive Ukraine drone attack on strategic port and logistics hub

Wednesday, February 26 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- Russia's Defense Ministry claimed to have shot down 130 Ukrainian drones on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, in what appears to be among Kyiv's largest ever long-range strike into Russian territory.Moscow said that 85 Ukrainian drones were shot down over the southern... Read More.

Pope spends another quiet night resting after Vatican gives medical updates

Wednesday, February 26 by ABC News

(ROME) -- The pope spent another 'quiet night' in Rome's Gemelli Hospital, where he has been recovering from a bout with bronchitis since Feb. 14, the Vatican said early Wednesday.Pope Francis' condition remains "critical but stable," Vatican officials said in a brief update on... Read More.

100 intelligence staffers to be fired for engaging in explicit chats: Gabbard

Wednesday, February 26 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- More than 100 intelligence community employees will be terminated and have their security clearances revoked as the intelligence community investigates group chats that allegedly discussed explicit behavior, officials said.The chats, which were hosted on a chat system for the intelligence community that... Read More.

Egg prices predicted to soar more than 41% in 2025: USDA

Wednesday, February 26 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Egg prices are predicted to increase by 41.1% in 2025, according to a report released by the Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Tuesday.In January, the federal agency had predicted a 20% increase.The predicted price hike comes as a result of rising... Read More.

9 injured after NYC subway station fills with smoke: FDNY

Wednesday, February 26 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Nine people suffered minor injuries after a New York City subway station filled with smoke Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.The incident occurred at the 191st Street station in Manhattan.The 1 train hit "some kind of piece of equipment" as it entered the... Read More.

Author: ABC News

Woman takes reverse discrimination case to Supreme Court over hiring of gay co-workers

As New Orleans Mardi Gras goes into full swing, security boosted to historic levels

Scoreboard roundup — 2/25/25

Ukrainian official suggests US mineral deal terms improved for Kyiv

Lockdown lifted at US naval base in Italy after security incident

Russia reports massive Ukraine drone attack on strategic port and logistics hub

Pope spends another quiet night resting after Vatican gives medical updates

100 intelligence staffers to be fired for engaging in explicit chats: Gabbard

Egg prices predicted to soar more than 41% in 2025: USDA

9 injured after NYC subway station fills with smoke: FDNY

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