The Filibuster: A Senate Tradition Under Fire

The term "ilk" is a Middle English word derived from "ilca," meaning "that," "the same," and "lik-" which means "body." It evolved to describe something similar or belonging to the same kind. Etymologically, "ilk" connects to words like "iterate," "like," and even "each."

Single-game tickets for the Carolina Hurricanes' 2024-25 regular season are available through Ticketmaster. Fans can purchase online or in person at the Box Office Presented by Ticketmaster. Children aged 2 and older need a ticket.

Eeli Tolvanen scored two goals, including the go-ahead goal with 6:52 remaining in the second period. Vince Dunn recorded two assists, reaching 200 for his career. The Seattle Kraken defeated the Vancouver Canucks 6-3.

The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Florida Panthers 3-2 in a tight Atlantic Division matchup. Mitch Marner scored the game-winning goal in the third period, while goaltender Anthony Stolarz made 29 saves for the victory.

Putin's father was a conscript in the Soviet Navy. His mother worked in a factory. Despite recommendations for his dismissal, Putin remained head of the Committee for External Relations until 1996. In 2011, Medvedev proposed that Putin run for presidency in 2012, which Putin accepted. In June 2023, Putin denounced Wagner's actions as treason and pledged to stop the rebellion. Putin gained the right to dismiss heads of federal subjects in Russia in July 2000.

Ovechkin captured the Calder Memorial Trophy as rookie of the year in the 2005–06 season and finished third overall in league scoring. He signed with Russian team Avangard Omsk during a potential NHL lockout in 2006. Ovechkin participated in his first NHL All-Star Game in 2007. Later in his career, Ovechkin faced criticism for his goal celebrations. Ovechkin is four goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time record after scoring his 891st career goal. He has scored 12 goals in 19 games since the league resumed play following the 4 Nations Face-Off.

President Donald Trump imposed a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% tariff on imports from China citing the national emergency posed by illegal immigration and drugs. Trump threatened to escalate tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, going as high as 50%, but backed down after pressure. He also considered imposing a 25% tariff on Canadian electricity in retaliation for Ontario's surcharge on U.S. electricity. Trump has threatened new tariffs on Canadian lumber and dairy products, claiming Canada has been "ripping us off." He also argues the U.S. can make its own lumber.

Canada's contract to purchase 88 F-35 fighter jets from U.S. company Lockheed Martin remains in place despite recent tensions between the two countries. The government has committed funds for the first 16 aircraft and the purchase represents a $19 billion investment, the largest in the Royal Canadian Air Force in over three decades. The purchase fulfills Canada's obligation to defend North America's airspace. However, there is potential for future limitations on the planes' use, maintenance, or components by the U.S. due to ongoing trade disputes. Prime Minister Mark Carney has directed National Defence Minister Bill Blair to explore alternative options for the contract, including assembling the fighter jets in Canada, while acknowledging potential penalties for not proceeding with the full purchase.

The Florida Panthers defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-1, securing their second win in eight games. Aleksander Barkov and Carter Verhaeghe scored power-play goals, while Sam Reinhart added a short-handed goal for the Panthers. The Maple Leafs, currently leading the Atlantic Division with 94 points, face the Panthers twice in the next eight days.

Every April, Autism Speaks celebrates World Autism Month starting with World Autism Awareness Day on April 2nd. This year marks the 18th annual event. The month focuses on sharing stories and increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism. Activities include online training to make spaces more welcoming and advocating for the Autism CARES Act. World Autism Awareness Day is an international observance dedicated to raising awareness about ASD and promoting acceptance, inclusion, and support for individuals with autism.

Val Kilmer, born in Los Angeles on December 31, 1959, died there on April 1, 2025, at the age of 65 from pneumonia. He had a successful acting career, achieving acclaim after his Cannes Film Festival debut. Kilmer was best known for his roles as Iceman in "Top Gun" and its sequel "Maverick," released in 2022. He reprised the role despite battling throat cancer which had affected his voice. This struggle was documented in the film "Val," available on VOD.

While Alex Ovechkin continues his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's NHL goalscoring record, betting opportunities have emerged around his journey. Special markets allow gamblers to wager on various aspects of Ovechkin's record chase, including odds on when he'll break the record and prop bets related to specific milestones he's approaching.

New tariffs imposed by President Trump are expected to significantly disrupt US car production and increase prices for consumers. These tariffs, which include a 25% rate on all foreign-made vehicles, represent the latest escalation in a global trade war. Trump's actions have already drawn retaliatory measures from Canada and Mexico, who have imposed new duties on billions of dollars worth of US goods. China is also impacted by Trump's tariffs, facing blanket duties of around 20% on top of existing 10% tariffs. Economists warn that these tariffs risk economic turbulence and potential voter backlash.

Kylie Kelce is an American podcast host and media personality. She was the head coach of her high school field hockey team. In December 2024, she launched her podcast "Not Gonna Lie." She met her husband, Jason Kelce, through Tinder in 2014. They have four daughters together.

The Utah Hockey Club faces off against the Calgary Flames on October 30th at the Delta Center. Attendees should note bag restrictions: only diaper and medical bags (14”x14”x6” or smaller) and clutches (4”x6”x2” or smaller) are permitted. Authorized ticketing outlets include DeltaCenter.com, SeatGeek.com, and UtahJazz.com.

James Strom Thurmond served as a city and county attorney before being elected to the South Carolina state senate in 1932. After military service in World War II, including participating in the D-Day invasion and earning a Purple Heart, he served as governor of South Carolina from 1947 to 1951. Thurmond was elected to the U.S. Senate in 1954 as a write-in candidate, pledging to resign in 1956 for a full election. He kept his word and was re-elected in 1956, serving until his death. He chaired the Judiciary and Armed Services Committees and became president pro tempore of the Senate.

Lane Hutson is an American professional ice hockey defenseman for the Montreal Canadiens of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born on February 14, 2004, in Holland, Michigan. He first played for USA Hockey's National Team Development Program in the 2020-21 season before committing to play collegiately for Boston University (BU) in the 2022-23 season. During his time at BU, he was named Hockey East Rookie of the Year, Hockey East Scoring Champion, and runner-up for Hockey East Player of the Year. Hutson's playing style is characterized by his ability to evade opponents using weight shifts, handling moves, and fakes, often creating Grade-A scoring chances for himself or teammates.

The LA Kings defeated the NHL-leading Winnipeg Jets in two consecutive games. David Rittich achieved his 100th career victory with 13 saves, and Anze Kopitar scored a goal and assisted another in Wednesday's 4-1 win. Andrei Kuzmenko, Adrian Kempe, and Anze Kopitar each had a goal and an assist in Tuesday's 4-1 victory.