Here's a roundup of news trending across the nation and world today.
What to know now:
1. Cookout shootout: Law enforcement authorities are asking the public for help in finding the men who ambushed and killed five people at a cookout in a home near Pittsburgh Wednesday night. According to police, two men methodically shot and killed people at a backyard barbecue, including a pregnant woman. Prosecutors say the attack was planned, and that one or two of the victims were likely targeted.
2. Wounded Warrior: The top two officials of the Wounded Warrior Project – a veteran's support group – have been fired. According to reports, CEO Steve Nardizzi and COO Al Giordano were let go amid reports that 40 to 50 percent of the money the organization collects was spent on overhead that included lavish parties.
3. Nancy Reagan: The funeral for Nancy Reagan is set for Friday with 1,000 invited guests expected to attend. Among those saying goodbye to the former first lady will be former President George W. Bush, Wayne Newton, Michelle Obama and actor Mr. T. Reagan died Sunday at the age of 94.
4. New Galaxys: The long-awaited new Samsung Galaxy phones hit stores in the United States Friday, but you better be prepared to get off your wallet if you want one. The new S7 will set you back around $650 and the S7 Edge will be $750. (There are monthly installment packages available). What's new? They are water resistant and have more storage.
5. Republican debate: The four remaining candidates for the Republican presidential nomination met in Miami Thursday night for a civil, substantive, and, as described by Donald Trump, an "elegant" debate. Fla. Sen. Marco Rubio still challenged Trump on issues, but no body parts were mentioned.
And one more
The tech, rock, film festival known as SXSW gets underway Friday in Austin. The annual event which goes on for 10 days, is expected to draw some 80,000 visitors, including President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama. Look for announcements of cool, new tech gadgets over the next week and a half.
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