The healthiest and most climate-conscious food is local, and organic, and in-season. A vegetable garden in the backyard ticks all of those boxes. For many, it sounds like a cool idea, but without a green thumb it can feel intimidating to start. It's not hard start a garden from scratch or decide what to plant to maximize yield. It's a good idea for the planet and for your body. It might seem early, but the experts say the planning starts now if you want to be ready to plant after the last frost.

A bipartisan agreement on new restrictions for federal immigration operations in the next two weeks will be exceedingly difficult despite rare negotiations between Democrats and President Donald Trump. Congress is discussing potential new rules for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Customs and Border Protection and other officers who are conducting immigration arrests after the deaths of two Minneapolis protesters in January. The negotiations come during some bipartisan sentiment that Congress should step in to de-escalate tensions that have rocked Minnesota and other states. But it’s unclear if the president or enough congressional Republicans will agree to any of the Democrats’ larger demands.

With average new car prices nearing $50,000, the Toyota Corolla and Nissan Sentra remain vital, affordable entry-level options. The Corolla’s strong 169-horsepower engine, quicker acceleration, superior fuel economy, and optional hybrid and hatchback models give it a performance and efficiency edge on its rival. But the newly redesigned Sentra wins on technology and comfort, with a fresher interior, dual 12.3-inch screens, better seats and more advanced safety features. While the Sentra is slightly cheaper, the Corolla offers better long-term fuel savings.

The former Prince Andrew has moved out of his long-time home on crown-owned land near Windsor Castle earlier than expected, after the latest release of documents from the U.S. investigation of Jeffrey Epstein revived questions about his friendship with the convicted sex offender. The 65-year-old brother of King Charles III, now known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, left the Royal Lodge in Windsor on Monday and is now living on the king’s Sandringham estate in eastern England. That's according to a person familiar with the matter said. British media reported that Mountbatten-Windsor will live temporarily at Wood Farm Cottage while his permanent home on the estate undergoes repairs.

Greek coast guard patrol boats and a helicopter are searching in the Aegean Sea for possible missing people after a collision between a patrol vessel and a speedboat carrying migrants left at least 15 people dead. The number of people who were on the speedboat wasn't unclear. Twenty-four migrants, including 11 children, were injured and were hospitalized following the collision late Tuesday night. The coast guard said two of its officers were also injured. The coast guard said the speedboat refused to stop despite signals from the crew before colliding with the patrol boat and capsizing. Greece is a major entry point into the European Union for people fleeing conflict and poverty elsewhere.

The last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the United States is set to expire this week, removing any caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in more than a half-century. The end of the New START Treaty sets the stage for what many fear could be an unconstrained nuclear arms race. Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared his readiness to stick to the treaty’s limits for one more year if Washington follows suit, but U.S. President Donald Trump has been noncommittal about extending it. Arms control advocates have warned that the treaty's termination would fuel a renewed arms race.

Italy is making its artistic treasures more accessible to people with disabilities. Michela Marcato, who has been blind since birth, recently toured Rome's Colosseum, using touch to understand its architecture. Italy accelerated accessibility initiatives in 2021, improving tourist sites like Pompeii with braille signs and tactile models. Florence has also enhanced accessibility at its museums. The Radici Association in Rome offers tours for people with disabilities, focusing on sensory experiences. The Museo Omero in Ancona, founded by blind art collectors, features tactile art. This inclusive approach both honors human rights and makes economic sense.

A federal judge is set to hear arguments as he again weighs a legal maneuver that could lead to President Donald Trump having his hush money conviction erased. Wednesday's hearing comes after the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in November ordered U.S. District Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein to reconsider his decision to keep the case in state court instead of moving it to federal court. A three-judge panel ruled that Hellerstein erred by failing to consider “important issues relevant” to Trump’s request to move the New York case to federal court, where he can seek to have it thrown out on presidential immunity grounds. They said they expressed “no view” on how Hellerstein should rule. Trump is not expected to attend.

Federal prosecutors are asking that a man convicted of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump be sentenced to life in prison. Ryan Routh is scheduled to appear Wednesday in federal court in Fort Pierce, Florida. He aimed a rifle through shrubbery as Trump played golf at his West Palm Beach country club in 2024. Routh’s sentencing had initially been scheduled for December. The judge agreed to move the date back after Routh decided to use an attorney instead of representing himself as he did for most of the trial. The attorney says a just punishment would allow Routh to experience freedom again as opposed to dying in prison.

President Donald Trump wants to build a massive arch near the Lincoln Memorial. He says the idea dates back around 200 years but was interrupted by the Civil War — despite history suggesting that wasn't what happened. Trump nonetheless envisions the arch as reminiscent of Paris' Arc de Triomphe. He plans to unveil it as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations. Trump has similarly argued that his new ballroom is justified since officials throughout history clamored for one, another dubious claim.

The Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons got deeper by acquiring Kevin Huerter from the Chicago Bulls as the centerpiece of a four-player, three-team deal. The Pistons got Huerter and Dario Saric — who was just acquired over the weekend by Chicago — from the Bulls. Chicago landed Mike Conley Jr. from Minnesota and Jaden Ivey from the Pistons. Huerter is having one of the most well-rounded seasons of his career and joins a Detroit team aiming for a deep playoff run in the East. The Pistons don’t shoot many 3-pointers, but that could change with Huerter in the mix.

Libyan officials say that Seif al-Islam Gadhafi, the son and one-time heir apparent of Libya’s late dictator Moammar Gadhafi, has been killed in the northern African country. The 53-year-old was killed in the town Zintan, 136 kilometers southwest of the capital, Tripoli. The country's chief prosecutor's office said he was shot to death in the town of Zintan and that an investigation is ongoing. Khaled al-Zaidi, a lawyer for Seif al-Islam, confirmed the death on Facebook, without providing details.

The brothers of Renee Good, a U.S. citizen killed by an immigration officer in Minneapolis, are urging Congress to take action. Good, a 37-year-old mother, was shot Jan. 7. Her death and that of another protester, Alex Pretti, have sparked national outrage. Speaking at a congressional hearing on Tuesday, brothers Luke and Brett Ganger shared their grief and called for change. They described their sister as a beautiful person. The forum, led by Sen. Richard Blumenthal and Rep. Robert Garcia, highlighted Use-of-force complaints against Homeland Security officers.

The Department of Homeland Security’s approach to naming immigrant enforcement operations elicits polarizing opinions: Are the names funny or offensive? Reactions depend on political affiliation and support for the operations that largely target Black and brown communities. California congressman Jimmy Gomez says names such as Operation Dirtbag and Operation Catch of the Day send a message that immigrants are “sub-human.” But Texas congressman Brandon Gill says the names show President Donald Trump is serious about reining in illegal immigration and securing the border.

A judge in Oregon has temporarily restricted federal officers from using tear gas at protests at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in Portland. U.S. District Judge Michael Simon issued the temporary restraining order Tuesday. The ruling came in response to a lawsuit filed by the ACLU of Oregon on behalf of protesters and freelance journalists. The suit against the Department of Homeland Security argues that federal officers’ use of chemical munitions and excessive force is a retaliation against protesters that chills their First Amendment rights. The department said federal officers have followed their training and used the minimum amount of force necessary.