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Congress Passes 45-Day Extension Of FISA Section 702, Sending It To Trump’s Desk

Congress Passes 45-Day Extension Of FISA Section 702, Sending It To Trump’s Desk

Published by Jenni Sidey

Authored by Joseph Lord via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), President Donald Trump on Thursday signed a bill to extend a spying authority of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) for 45 days as congressional debate on the controversial measure continues. The U.S. Capitol building on April 29, 2026. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times Both chambers of Congress raced to pass the short-term measure earlier Thursday after the Senate declined to take up a House-passed bill to extend the deadline until 2029. The House passed the “clean” extension, without reforms, which punts the deadline from April 30 to June 12, in a 261–111 vote. It was passed under a suspension of the rules, meaning it relied on Democratic support to pass. However, opposition to the measure was also bipartisan, with 26 Republicans joining 85 Democrats in casting a “No” vote. The measure’s passage and signature into law came just hours before the critical—but contentious—power was due to expire. The 45-day extension was proposed and passed by the Senate earlier on Thursday after it …

Vari Align Desk Chair Review (2026): Breathable, Comfy, Low Cost

Vari Align Desk Chair Review (2026): Breathable, Comfy, Low Cost

Published by skeptic

Like the brand’s easy-to-assemble desks, the Align chair has a deceptive simplicity with relatively few parts. The chair required less than 15 minutes and only three screws to put together, using an Allen wrench that came in the box. (While the QR code, on a chair released in March, did not yet link up to the right URL for the assembly instructions, I mostly didn’t need them.) The simplicity stems mostly from the decision to limit the chair’s components: a cushion atop the wheels and casters and a single-piece mesh top held aloft by a suspension system that allows for a quite generous lean. The chair’s spec sheet says one can lean back about 20 degrees, but I found there to be significantly more play on my large frame: I could lean back closer to 45 degrees while still feeling full support and no tipping danger. This makes for a lot of room to stretch. Customization Concerns Video: Matthew Korfhage Even though the chair is constructed from minimal parts, Vari has managed to trundle in …

I bought a desk gadget on a whim and now it’s the one thing I’d never replace

I bought a desk gadget on a whim and now it’s the one thing I’d never replace

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Between 2 coffee cups, a water bottle, a few devices I’m testing, a tripod, a sunset lamp, my laptop and iPad, and a bunch of charging cables to fuel up all these devices (the coffee and water fuel me, thankfully), my desk is always a mess. Now, most of these I’m fine with. A messy desk is a lived-in desk, whatever. However, the cables were a different kind of mess. Turns out, all I needed was one gadget to fix it (and it’s now the one thing on this messy desk I’d never replace). Baseus’s Nomos II solved the only part of my desk I actually hated The cables had to go As I mentioned above, cables scattered all over my desk is the one thing that genuinely bothered me. Not only were they visually unappealing and made my desk look significantly messier than it was, but I’d unplug one thing, and two other things would come with it. There would also be times when I wouldn’t have enough cables to power up all my …

Woman barred from Edinburgh flight after ‘distressing’ conversation at passport desk

Woman barred from Edinburgh flight after ‘distressing’ conversation at passport desk

Published by Sam Flores

A woman was stranded in Dusseldorf after her return flight to Edinburgh was blocked over a Home Office admin error. Liza Tobay was told her settled status had been “red flagged” when she tried to connect in Munich, in Germany, on a departing flight back to the capital. Liza, a German woman, was separated from her three-year-old daughter in Edinburgh as a result. The German national had taken her eldest child, aged six, to visit relatives over Easter. While trying to connect in Germany, Liza was informed at the passport control desk her settled status had been “red flagged”, reports Birmingham Live. Speaking to the Guardian, Liza: “I started to panic and my son started to cry. “It is the first time he’s been away for five days without his dad, so he’s been homesick already and could sense something wasn’t right.” Liza said she was unable to sleep or eat due to the ordeal and worried about being away from her young daughter for the first time. She told Edinburgh Live: “I am now …

Senate votes to repeal Biden-era wilderness protections in Minnesota, sending bill to Trump’s desk

Senate votes to repeal Biden-era wilderness protections in Minnesota, sending bill to Trump’s desk

Published by Sam Flores

The Senate on Thursday voted to repeal Biden-era protections for a contentious wilderness area in Minnesota, sending the question to President Trump’s desk. The Senate voted 50-49 to overturn a Biden-era move to block mining in an area around Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Trump is likely to sign the measure, which has already passed the House,… Source link

Uplift Desk Coupon Codes & Discounts: Up to 0 Off

Uplift Desk Coupon Codes & Discounts: Up to $570 Off

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Upgrading your home office can feel like going down a rabbit hole. A simple search for a basic new desk can quickly turn into hours down the drain and endless tabs open on your computer, with every option starting to blur together. Uplift has a loyal following for its super customizable desks, smart (and creative—under-desk hammock, anyone?) accessories, and a solid build quality that makes long workdays more manageable. We’ve explored the perks of a standing desk, and the takeaway is pretty clear: even if it won’t magically fix everything, the right standing desk setup can make all the difference in the way you work. If you’re ready to make the leap into the standing desk space, starting with an Uplift coupon code is a smart move. Save up to $570 With This Uplift Desk Coupon Code If you’ve been waiting for the right time to upgrade your workspace, this is your sign. Right now, you can save up to $570 on standing desks through a mix of tiered discounts and bundled accessories. With the …

The internet’s favorite yoga instructor just shared a nine-minute routine for people who sit too much and it was the perfect way to take a break from my desk

The internet’s favorite yoga instructor just shared a nine-minute routine for people who sit too much and it was the perfect way to take a break from my desk

Published by Jenni Sidey

I work at a desk, so it’s not unusual to get to lunchtime, or even the end of the day, and realize I’ve spent hours on end sitting. It doesn’t make me feel my best, physically or mentally, and I know I’m not alone. I’d love to make time for a daily workout or long walk, but it’s not always possible. That’s why I’m keen to find small pockets of time to fit in movement where I can. My favorite yoga instructor, Adriene Mishler—better known online to her 13.5 million followers as Yoga With Adriene—recently shared a routine that fit my needs perfectly. Article continues below You may like It’s for people who spend hours sitting and it takes less than 10 minutes to complete. Plus, the whole routine is done standing, so you don’t even need to roll out a yoga mat. Watch Yoga With Adriene’s yoga for people who sit all day routine Yoga for People Who Sit All Day – YouTube Watch On No equipment is needed for this routine—just enough space …

Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie to reunite on Today desk

Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie to reunite on Today desk

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie are reuniting on the Today desk for the first time in over a year. Guthrie, 54, announced on-air April 9 that Kotb, 61, will fill in for co-anchor Craig Melvin as he takes time away from NBC’s morning show starting April 13. “Speaking of tomorrow, Craig you are heading off on a very well-deserved vacation, you’ve been holding it down here for a long time,” Guthrie said on the show. “So you’re going to have a spring break. And Monday we’re gonna try a new host here. Her name is Hoda.” “Oh, I’ve heard of her,” Melvin said. He then joked that he would refuse to turn on the show while he is on break. “You’re not supposed to watch on your vacation,” Guthrie responded. Hoda Kotb (left) and Savannah Guthrie (right) will reunite on ‘Today’ …

Anker’s Nano Power Strip Clamps to Your Desk for Easy Access to 10 Ports

Anker’s $70 Nano Power Strip Clamps to Your Desk for Easy Access to 10 Ports

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Anker this week launched a useful new accessory for your desk, debuting the 10-in-1 Nano Power Strip. Priced at $70, the Nano Power Strip has a unique clamp design that puts multiple ports on your desktop while eliminating cable clutter. I was able to test out the Nano Power Strip ahead of when it launched, and found it to be a useful alternative to standard under-desk power strips. The power strip comes in black or white and it’s made of plastic, but the matte finish adds aesthetic appeal, as does a silver front plate for some of the ports. The clamp is adjustable with an included knob and it fits desktops from 0.6 inches to 1.8 inches. Unfortunately, I have a Parsons-style desk that’s too thick to use the power strip as intended, so it’s worth measuring. With my thicker desk, I can still attach it to a leg or the back of the desk, but it doesn’t put all of the outlets in the ideal position. There are silicone pads at both sides of …

From The Sports Desk: Final Four redux

From The Sports Desk: Final Four redux

Published by Sam Flores

The women’s Final Four tips off tomorrow night in Phoenix. Four top seeds battling for supremacy, the same four teams from last year. Can South Carolina topple UConn? Can UCLA avenge its early-season loss to Texas? We break down the matchups below. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Also, our NBC News team will be live-blogging the Final Four games all weekend. Come hang out with us for real-time analysis and check out the website for more coverage. UConn vs. South Carolina Sarah Strong of the UConn Huskies and Hannah Hidalgo of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish battle for a loose ball on March 29, 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas. Elsa / Getty Images The first game is a rematch of last year’s national championship tilt, which the Huskies won by 23 points. Can coach Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks do the unthinkable and end UConn’s undefeated season and bid for back-to-back titles? Key player/matchup: While Azzi Fudd is perhaps the biggest star on UConn, sophomore …