EASTER

Taylor Swift's new album is out, and fans have been hard at work decoding all the Easter eggs she has left behind in her lyrics. She supposedly attacked John Mayer and more.

Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022 I ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' airs on Amazon Prime

WASHINGTON — (AP) — Roland Mesnier, who created often-magical desserts for five presidents and their guests as White House executive pastry chef, has died at age 78. His death was confirmed Saturday by the White House Historical Association, which said he died Friday following a short illness. One of the longest-serving White House chefs, Mesnier was hired in 1979 by first lady Rosalynn Carter and retired during the George W. Bush administration. White House archives describe him leaving home with a cardboard suitcase and five francs to begin his apprenticeship at the Patisserie Maurivard in Besançon, France. When asked in 2004 about working at the White House, he said: “You don’t think about free time, spare time, etc.

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Russia Sanctions Kirill FILE - Russian Orthodox Church Patriarch Kirill conducts the Easter service in the Christ the Savior Cathedral in Moscow, Russia, April 24, 2022. Foreign Secretary Liz Truss said Patriarch Kirill, head of the Russian Orthodox Church, has “repeatedly abused his position to justify the war" on Ukraine. Kirill is a longtime ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Others on Thursday's list include four colonels from a brigade known to have killed, raped and tortured civilians in the Ukrainian town of Bucha. Truss also said Britain's government is “taking all steps we can” regarding two British citizens sentenced to death for fighting Russian forces in Ukraine.

Britain has announced a new round of sanctions against Russia.

The head of the Russian Orthodox Church has been removed from the latest round of European Union measures to punish Russia’s invasion of Ukraine at the insistence of Hungary.

When guests step inside the Wonders of Xandar Pavilion, they might spot some hidden Easter eggs that pay tribute to Disney history, attractions and more.

Machine Gun Kelly told Jimmy Fallon on "The Tonight Show" about bringing Pete Davidson to Sandra Bullock's house for Easter one year.

European health officials say that 266 confirmed cases and 58 suspected cases of an outbreak have been reported throughout Europe and in North America. The vast majority of the cases are in children.

STOCKHOLM — (AP) — European health officials say that 266 confirmed cases and 58 suspected cases of an outbreak of salmonella infection linked to chocolate Easter eggs have now been reported throughout Europe and in North America, the vast majority in children. Cases have been reported in 14 European countries, Canada and the United States. In early April, food authorities in several European countries said that Italian company Ferrero has recalled specific batches of Kinder chocolate products due to suspicions of a connection between the products and an outbreak of salmonella. The buttermilk was provided by an Italian supplier where salmonella was not detected. "Based on the available evidence, salmonella has not been detected in other plants,” the agency said Wednesday.

The Osceola School District will hold a job fair to hire 40 more bus drivers and 140 additional bus attendants for the upcoming 2022-23 school year.

A man claiming he was a priest ate with officers and spent the night at Victoria Barracks.

The Queen was not at Windsor Castle when the intruder is reported to have been in nearby barracks.

The popular post-communion and Easter treat was the last thing the author cooked for her mother.

Even during Easter, it was oddly dangerous.

Father charged after daughter shares marijuana edibles at school File photo. Police said the 10-year-old girl brought the marijuana edibles, which each contained 50 milligrams of THC, to school after mistaking them for leftover Easter candy. (Moussa81/Getty Images/iStockphoto)UPPER ARLINGTON, Ohio — An Ohio man is facing charges after his daughter allegedly brought his marijuana edibles to school and shared them with her friends. Court records indicate Macre’s 10-year-old daughter brought the marijuana edibles, which each contained 50 milligrams of THC, to school after mistaking them for leftover Easter candy, WBNS reported. Macre allegedly told police he bought the edibles in Colorado in 2018 and that he uses them for a medical condition, WBNS reported.

A woman says there are 600 civilians sheltering under the plant, without food and water.

A woman says there are 600 civilians sheltering under the plant, without food and water.

Romania Russia Ukraine War Easter Orthodox worshipers hold candles during the Easter religious service at the Brancusi Parish Church in Bucharest, Romania, Sunday, April 24, 2022. The religious service was also attended by dozens of Ukrainian refugees living in a social center belonging to the church. In Bucharest, the Romanian capital, dozens of Ukrainian refugees as well as Romanian faithful came to the Brancusi Parish Church for the Easter liturgy, and to hear a choir sing religious songs in Ukrainian. Yaroslava Hortyanyi, chairwoman of the Hungarian Ukrainian Cultural Association, said that bringing Ukrainians together for the Easter holiday was an opportunity for them to pray for themselves and for those they left behind. “We are all happy for the resurrection of Christ, but we don't have happiness in our hearts because at the same moment Ukrainian children, Ukrainian soldiers and Ukrainian people are dying," Hortyanyi said.

Otter saved: A baby otter was pulled out of a Minnesota river by a three-legged Goldendoodle earlier this month. ( Luis Robayo/AFP via Getty Images)LAKELAND, Minn. — A three-legged dog battling cancer still had enough pep to rescue a baby otter from a Minnesota river on Easter Sunday. >> Read more trending newsThe 6-year-old Goldendoodle, named Gus, jumped into the St. Croix River to pull the young otter out of the water, WCCO-TV reported. “The otter is much too young to be in the water,” the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota wrote in a Facebook post on Friday. “We were quite concerned the first 36 hours,” the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota wrote on Facebook.

Far from home and unsure when or even if they will ever return, Ukrainians displaced by war gathered at churches across Eastern Europe on Sunday for the Orthodox Easter holiday

Far from home and unsure when or even if they will ever return, Ukrainians displaced by war gathered at churches across Eastern Europe on Sunday for the Orthodox Easter holiday.

With fighting raging, Ukrainians marked a somber Orthodox Easter on Sunday ahead of a visit by a top-flight U.S. delegation to the capital, Kyiv.

APTOPIX Russia Ukraine War Easter A Ukrainian priest blesses believers as they collect traditional cakes and painted eggs prepared for an Easter celebration in the in Lviv, Ukraine, Saturday, April 23, 2022. (AP Photo/Mykola Tys) (Mykola Tys)KYIV, Ukraine — (AP) — The sun came out as Ukrainians marked Orthodox Easter in the capital, Kyiv, on Sunday with prayers for those fighting on the front lines and others trapped beyond them in places like Mariupol. St. Volodymyr’s Cathedral in Kyiv was ringed by hundreds of worshipers with baskets to be blessed. With the Orthodox church split by the tensions between Russia and Ukraine, some worshippers hoped the holy day could inspire gestures of peacemaking. Very nervous, everyone is nervous,” said another resident, Olena Koptyl, as she prepared her Easter bread.

Russia Ukraine War Orthodox Easter Parishioners walk in procession around the church, Friday, April 22, 2022, during a Good Friday service at St. Mary's Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Allentown, Pa.. Richard Jendras, priest at St. Mary's Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Both cathedrals are part of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA, whose parishes include many people with recent or ancestral ties to the old country. Most Catholics and Protestants celebrated Easter last Sunday, but Eastern Orthodox are celebrating this Sunday. A schism among Ukrainian Orthodox — with one group asserting independence and the other historically loyal to the patriarch of Moscow — has reverberated worldwide amid competing claims of legitimacy.

Many Ukrainian Americans are observing Orthodox Easter this Sunday, but they’re finding it difficult to be joyful when their ancestral homeland has been torn by the Russian invasion.

This weekend would normally be a celebratory one for Ukrainians. But Easter Sunday marks two months since the latest Russian invasion. More than 40,000 refugees have found themselves in Bulgaria.

Another ferry is found to have issues that need fixing before it can sail again.

The Kardashian-Jenner family throws parties a lot. And according to a luxury event planner, vendors probably give them services for free.

The suspects face charges of attempted murder and aggravated assault.

The suspects face charges of attempted murder and aggravated assault.

Mall Shooting South Carolina Foot Locker store employees walk near police vehicles outside Columbiana Centre mall in Columbia, S.C., following a shooting, Saturday, April 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Sean Rayford) (Sean Rayford)COLUMBIA, S.C. — (AP) — Police have arrested a third suspect accused of participating in an Easter weekend shootout at a South Carolina mall that wounded nine people. The Columbia Police Department said Thursday on Twitter that Amari Sincere-Jamal Smith, 21, of Columbia, turned himself in after authorities obtained arrest warrants earlier this week. The mall shootout was one of two mass shootings that rocked the state over the Easter holiday weekend. State police are investigating after at least nine people were also shot at a nightclub in Hampton County that weekend.

It was Fox that had asked NASCAR to use its traditional off weekend to chase a primetime holiday audience. Based on Sunday night's numbers, Fox wants Easter in its scheduling conversations. “Look, we're thrilled," Bill Wanger, Fox Sports executive vice president and head of programming and scheduling, told The Associated Press on Wednesday. “I like having the dirt race, I think it's a different format and obviously the numbers spike when it is on dirt,” Wanger said. Wanger didn't need to consult a calendar to discuss NASCAR returning to primetime Fox next Easter.

Dirt will be back on NASCAR’s schedule next year and likely on Easter Sunday again if Fox Sports has its way.

Prince Harry is sitting down with Hoda Kotb for an exclusive interview on TODAY. In this preview clip, Harry spoke about his recent visit with his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II, saying he tries to ensure she's "protected" and has "the right people around her." They spoke in The Hague, Netherlands, at the 2022 Invictus Games, the sports competition for wounded veterans founded by the prince.

More than 400 Detroit families came to Faith Xperience Church to watch 10,000 eggs drop from a helicopter!

UNITED NATIONS — (AP) — U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called Tuesday for a four-day “humanitarian pause” in fighting in Ukraine, starting Thursday to coincide with Orthodox Christians’ Holy Week observances. Noting that the Easter season is coming amid an intensifying Russian offensive in eastern Ukraine, the U.N. chief said the need for a “humanitarian pause" is all the more urgent. His remarks came a day after U.N. humanitarian chief Martin Griffiths suggested "maybe there will be some ripeness" for a cease-fire as the Orthodox Easter holiday approaches. Griffiths on Tuesday broached the idea of a Holy Week pause with the Ukrainian Council of Churches and Religious Organizations, an interfaith group, Guterres said. “The four-day Easter period should be a moment to unite around saving lives and furthering dialogue to end the suffering in Ukraine,” Guterres said.

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is calling for a four-day “humanitarian pause” in fighting in Ukraine, starting Thursday to coincide with Orthodox Christians’ Holy Week observances

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A nearly 10-foot alligator was seen walking to a lake in Venice, Florida, authorities said.

VENICE, Fla. — The Easter Bunny wasn’t out early Sunday morning in a Florida neighborhood. Instead, a massive alligator was spotted walking outside homes early Sunday morning. >> Read more trending newsDeputies with the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office shared video of the animal on Facebook, saying they estimated the alligator was 10 feet long. The gator continued making its way through the neighborhood, eventually making its way to a community lake, The Associated Press reported. Deputies said they called the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, but the agency did not feel the need to respond.

Three mass shootings in the U.S. over the Easter holiday weekend capped a monthlong spate of gun violence that has touched both big cities and small, rural communities across the nation. DALLAS, April 3One person was killed and 15 others were wounded by gunfire during a concert at an outdoor field. Investigators believe those responsible knew each other, and that others were hurt when they began shooting at each other. HAMPTON COUNTY, South Carolina, April 16A shooting at a nightclub wounded at least nine people. The attack happened at Cara’s Lounge in Hampton County, according to South Carolina’s State Law Enforcement Division.

Three mass shootings in the U.S. over the Easter holiday weekend capped a monthlong spate of gun violence that has touched both big cities and small, rural communities across the nation. DALLAS, April 3One person was killed and 15 others were wounded by gunfire during a concert at an outdoor field. Investigators believe those responsible knew each other, and that others were hurt when they began shooting at each other. HAMPTON COUNTY, South Carolina, April 16A shooting at a nightclub wounded at least nine people. The attack happened at Cara’s Lounge in Hampton County, according to South Carolina’s State Law Enforcement Division.

Three mass shootings in the U.S. over the Easter holiday weekend capped a month of rampant gun violence that's touched both big cities and small, rural communities across the nation.

It was not, in the final analysis, the most clement weather for an outdoor party, with a cold rain falling on Washington, D.C., but Easter comes when it comes. This year, it happened to come as vestiges of winter moved over the mid-Atlantic region, but that did little to dampen enthusiasm for the White House Easter Egg Roll, a cherished tradition that had been put on hold by the coronavirus pandemic.

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ORLANDO, Fla. — Seven cents might not seem like much — but it starts to add up when it’s time to fill up your gas tank. Over the last week, that’s how much AAA said gas prices in Florida fell, reducing the state average to $4.01 per gallon on Sunday. Florida gas prices (WFTV.com News Staff)AAA noted that it was also the lowest price per gallon of gas since Russia invaded Ukraine. READ: Troopers investigate fiery tractor-trailer crash on I-95But don’t get too used to the idea of paying less when it’s time to fill up. “Gas prices have mostly declined through the past two weeks, but don’t be surprised if they rebound soon,” AAA’s Mark Jenkins said.

ORLANDO, Fla. — We’re expecting to see more long lines at the Orlando International Airport. The airport saw big crowds all weekend long as people flew out to their Easter destinations. The Transportation Security Administration said this was one of the busiest travel weekends in three years. READ: 7 last-minute tax filing tips for 2022On Sunday, the lines at OIA were back to the food court at one point. “We’ve never really experienced big lines like this,” a passenger told Channel 9.

FHP: Grandmother dropping off family on Easter hit, kills 7-year-old granddaughter in drivewayLAKE COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Highway Patrol in Lake County is investigating the tragic death of a child on Easter. READ: UPDATE: 2 children killed, baby seriously hurt during fiery crash in Lake County, troopers sayTroopers said a 7-year-old Groveland girl was hit by a van leaving a home around 4:30 p.m. Sunday near County Road 48 and County Road 33. According to a report, a 70-year-old Groveland woman driving a van had stopped at a home to drop off family members. Troopers said after everyone exited the van, the driver drove forward and did not notice the girl in front of the van. READ: Medical mystery: Kids contracting hepatitis with no known cause, liver damage in US, EuropeTroopers said the crash remains under investigation.

The Florida Highway Patrol in Lake County is investigating the tragic death of a child on Easter.

ORLANDO, Fla. — It’s a special holiday weekend. This year, people are celebrating Easter, Ramadan and Passover over the last few days. WATCH: Easter message: Pope Francis makes plea for peaceIt’s been 33 years since churches, mosques and synagogues have all been able to come together on the same weekend for their respective holidays. This time, at St. James Cathedral in downtown Orlando, more than 400 parishioners came together for the Easter vigils. And over at Jama Masjid, a local mosque near International Drive, people celebrated Ramadan as well for the first time in more than two years.

Kris Jenner hosts two elegant Easter weekend celebrations at her house for the entire family. See photos of the events from Kylie Jenner, Khloe Kardashian and more!

Former President Trump blasted Democrats in Easter messages on Sunday morning, including one aimed at “radical left maniacs” and another calling New York Attorney General Letitia James (D) a “failed gubernatorial candidate.” “Happy Easter to failed gubernatorial candidate and racist Attorney General Letitia James,” Trump said in a message sent via his Save America PAC.…

The sun unleashed a major solar flare over the Easter holiday weekend, likely setting the stage for more solar storms to come.

The following is a transcript of an interview with Sister Norma Pimentel, the executive director of the Catholic Charities of Rio Grande Valley, that aired Sunday, April 17, 2022, on "Face the Nation."

WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden says he’s praying on Easter for those living in the “dark shadow” of war, persecution and poverty. The Luhansk region’s governor, Serhiy Gaidai, said that at least four others were wounded Sunday when Russia forces fired at residential buildings in the town of Zolote. Mariupol appeared on the brink of falling to Russian forces Sunday after seven weeks under siege. Hanna Malyar said Sunday that the defenders of the key Sea of Azov port have tied up significant Russian forces besieging the city. ___MOSCOW — The Russian military says it has struck a military plant on the outskirts of the Ukrainian capital with missiles.

See amazing photos of the Full Pink Moon of April 2022 over Easter, Passover and Ramadan on April 16.

Christian worshipers gathered in Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Seplucher, the traditional site of Jesus’s crucifixion, burial and resurrection, to observe the Easter holiday.

Pope Francis has made an Easter plea for peace in Ukraine and in other wars in the world.

It’s a humid start, but most of Central Florida will be dry through the early afternoon. Look for a few stray downpours to develop after about 2 p.m.

For many Christians, this weekend marks the first time in three years they will gather in person to celebrate Easter Sunday, a welcome chance to share one of the faith’s holiest days side-by-side with fellow parishioners.

Pope Francis invoked “gestures of peace in these days marked by the horror of war” in an Easter vigil homily in St. Peter’s Basilica attended by the mayor of the occupied Ukrainian city of Melitopol and three Ukrainian lawmakers.

Rain chances aren’t zero Saturday, but they are on the lower side. Expect a few stray storms to develop through the afternoon, but most of Central Florida will remain dry.

Denika Robbins, with Orlando Rabbit Care and Adoptions, recently sat down to talk more about it on Florida’s Fourth Estate with hosts Ginger Gadsden and Matt Austin.

Many Christians around the world flock to Jerusalem each Easter to try and relive firsthand the events written about in the Bible on what is the most important week and day on the Christian calendar.

Here’s a synopsis of both the historical elements of Easter that people might not know about, and the modern financial windfall Easter is expected to be in 2022.

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A trend that seems to be sweeping the internet the past few Easter seasons is naturally dyed eggs.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is planning a lineup of exciting activities for the Easter holiday weekend.

Rain, rain is on the way.

There’s no better excuse to try out a new breakfast recipe than Easter.

Easter is near, and while it’s a fun time full of sweet family moments, there’s also some potential for things to go wrong.

A chilly start gives way to a very nice day in Central Florida.

It’s almost Easter in Ukraine, where a trio of churches on the far edges of the capital have faith, hope and charity to consider.

Pope Francis opened Holy Week Sunday with a call for an Easter truce in Ukraine to make room for a negotiated peace, highlighting the need for leaders to “make some sacrifices for the good of the people.”.

SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium has announced upcoming spring activities for the month of April, just in time for Easter.

The resort is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary celebration, and now is the perfect time to celebrate the season and upcoming Easter holiday. If you plan on visiting, we have uncovered a number of fun activities for families to experience while out exploring the theme parks and nearby resort hotels.

British travelers faced more disruptions during the Easter holiday break as two major airlines, British Airways and easyJet, canceled about 100 flights Wednesday.

Step into ICON Park’s bunny garden starting next week for family photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny.

It’s hard to believe that spring is right around the corner and Lent is here.

A Florida therapy horse is in the running to be the next Cadbury bunny in this year’s contest.

Many people spent part of their Easter morning getting vaccinated at the Valencia College west campus FEMA site as it prepares to open up to people 18 and older Monday.

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a woman considered missing and endangered who was last seen Saturday morning in Ocala.

The arrival of vaccines is giving air travel a much-needed boost one year into the pandemic.

Christianity’s most joyous feast day is being celebrated worldwide with worshippers spaced apart in pews and singing choruses of “Hallelujah” through face coverings for the second Easter Sunday in a row.

Religious leaders gear up and prep for Easter Sunday by not only providing a COVID-safe place to worship, but COVID vaccination shots as well.

Italy has entered a three-day nationwide coronavirus lockdown to deter Easter travel and get-togethers.

It’s feeling more like a winter morning across Central Florida on the third day of April.

French hospitals have brought in extra staff for the Easter holiday weekend to cope with growing numbers of virus patients.

Churches in Orange County will have in-person Easter services on Sunday for the first time amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

South Korea’s daily increase in coronavirus infections exceeded 500 for the fourth straight day, a pace unseen since January, as experts raise concern about another viral surge amid a slow rollout in vaccines.

Italy may be in a strict coronavirus lockdown this Easter, with travel restricted between regions and new quarantines imposed.

For a second year, Christians in the Holy Land are marking Good Friday without the mass pilgrimages usually seen in the Holy Week leading up to Easter because of the coronavirus.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released its guidance for family gatherings during Easter amid the coronavirus pandemic.

“There needs to be a quiet Easter festival,” Merkel said in a video address. AdIn contrast, Britain has given one vaccine shot to 46% of its people. Health Minister Jens Spahn said routine vaccinations will begin in doctors' practices on Tuesday, with 35,000 GPs scheduled to receive 940,000 vaccine doses next week. Germany expects to receive about 40 million vaccine doses during the second quarter. AdMerkel, who is 66, says she would be prepared to take the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Approaching one year anniversary of the Easter Tornado Outbreak across the Deep South. We take a look back at the damages.

People wearing face masks to protect against the spread of coronavirus walk in downtown Madrid, Spain, Wednesday, March 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)MADRID – Spain’s Madrid region halted COVID-19 vaccinations Thursday at health centers for four days so medical staff can rest over the Easter holiday, despite pleas from the national government not to halt the fight against surging infections. Health Minister Carolina Darias last week urged regional authorities to keep vaccinating over the Easter break, saying it was “very important” to keep up the inoculation program. Spain, like other European Union nations, has had a surprisingly slow vaccine rollout that authorities blame on vaccine shortages. AdIt also noted that vaccine shots will still be administered at a city hospital and a city soccer stadium over the traditional Easter break.