Crews are currently working to restore power on Puerto Rico after the island experienced another island-wide blackout. The outage began on Wednesday and left 1.4 million people without power and 300,000 without water. This is the second massive outage in less than four months. The situation is ongoing as of April 17, 2025.
In other news, concerns are rising over the Trump administration’s handling of deportations, with a judge weighing the possibility of holding the administration in contempt. Additionally, former President Trump has expressed his desire for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to be terminated. Stock market fluctuations have followed Powell’s concerns over the economy and tariffs.
Concurrently, the entertainment industry mourns the passing of game show host Wink Martindale at the age of 91. This news comes as airlines like United are scaling back domestic flights due to a drop in demand, while China has instructed its airlines not to purchase jets from Boeing in tariff retaliation.
Experts have also noted a rise in autism rates, attributing it to better screening methods. On a lighter note, the upcoming New York Times puzzle book and Ken Burns documentary series on the American Revolution provide entertainment options for those looking to pass the time. Additionally, with travel plans disrupted due to the economic uncertainty, there are tips on how to save and adjust travel arrangements.
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