The White House DIRECTIVE That Just Changed How the FBI Operates
In court testimony, the agent outlined the willingness of Kash Patel, the F.B.I. director, to take orders from President Trump to investigate his perceived enemies.
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The AI Conversation That Convinced a Teenager to STOP Her Life-Saving Medication
A family is suing OpenAI, saying ChatGPT coached their daughter to quietly taper off her seizure medication and keep it from her doctors before she died in February.
Business
Why Millions of Indians Are Suddenly RUSHING Into U.S. Stocks
Major Indian brokerages are providing retail investors access to U.S. stocks at a time when the local market has been battered.
The AI Memory Boom That Just Made This Chipmaker BILLIONS
South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix on Wednesday reported its third-quarter earnings.
Anthropic's Cash Pile Is Bigger Than Almost EVERY American Company
Anthropic's cash pile of $131.7 billion is more than every non-bank U.S. company except for Berkshire Hathaway and Alphabet.
Politics
Why Prosecutors Just WALKED AWAY From This Star Witness
The rejection of the indictment was the latest extraordinary setback in President Trump’s wide-ranging campaign to go after his political opponents.
The SHAMEFUL Truth Parents Say Officials Are Hiding About Their Son's Death
It's been nine months since Veterans Affairs nurse Alex Pretti was shot by federal agents in Minnesota, and his parents are calling on the government for answers.
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Why Trump Just Suggested Making Venezuela the 51st STATE
President at Texas campaign rally hails deal struck with post-Maduro government as ‘greatest oil victory in history’ Donald Trump suggested Venezuela would become the 51st state of the United States on Tuesday as the president showed off a tanker he claimed had “one million barrels of oil on it” from the country, nine months after deposing its president. At a campaign rally in Corpus Christ, Texas, Trump touted a US oil deal with Venezuela, which the US attacked in January, capturing its long-se
The 'Past Indiscretion' That Just UPENDED a Tennessee Race
State Senator Brent Taylor, the Republican nominee for a U.S. House seat, responded to a Nashville outlet’s report that he had sent “an unsolicited nude picture.”
Politico Plans Live Video Coverage of Midterm Elections
Politico isn’t leaving live video coverage of the midterm elections to the usual suspects. The political-news outlet will steam “Politico Elections Live” on Tuesday, November 3, beginning at 9 p.m., with five of its top journalists analyzing real-time results. The program will stream on Politico.com and the Politico app and also via YouTube. The panel […]
International
The Election Result That Could RESHAPE the Middle East
Israel election: Exit polls suggest no clear winner with Eisenkot's bloc neck and neck with Netanyahu BBC What to Expect Now That Polls Are Closed in Israel The New York Times Israeli voters have given Binyamin Netanyahu’s coalition a drubbing The Economist Israelis vote in record numbers in first national election since the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre Fox News Sa’ar says right-wing bloc has ‘clear Jewish majority’ as polls shift in Netanyahu’s favor The Times of Israel
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The Military Campaign Against Cartels That Has Leaders DIVIDED
A regional coalition convened as part of a U.S. military effort to disrupt and combat drug traffickers that officials have compared to the campaign against the Islamic State and Al Qaeda.
Why Bolsonaro's Son Just FLED Brazil for America
The U.S. plans to issue a visa to Mr. Bolsonaro, a U.S. official said. Brazilian police had asked him to hand over his passports because of his links to an investigation.
The UNCOMFORTABLE Conversation King Charles Must Have at This Week's Summit
Royal tour of Caribbean comes as Commonwealth nations renew calls for Britain to engage in reparation talks King Charles has confirmed he will discuss the legacy of slavery at a summit with Commonwealth leaders as he begins his Caribbean tour. The king arrived in the Bahamas to a ceremonial welcome and attended a youth rally at Clifford Park, the site where the country officially gained its independence from British colonial rule in 1973. Continue reading...
The Demographic SHIFT That's Rewriting China's Future
The latest figures mark a major milestone as Beijing grapples with an ageing population.
Science
The Math Feud That Has Scientists TERRIFIED About AI's Future
AI has made some awesome scientific discoveries. But now, questions are being raised about its accuracy
Health
The Foods That Could Be STEALING Your Memory
Recent research has shown that high intake of ultra-processed foods may be associated with an increased risk of stroke. Liudmila Evsegneeva · Moment/Getty Healthy adults who consume high amounts of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may be more likely to show signs of vascular brain injury, which has been linked to stroke risk and cognitive decline. UPFs account for more than 50% of daily energy intake in high-income countries such as the United States. People with the highest UPF intake had high
The ONE Exercise That Actually Fixes Menopause MOOD
Recent research shows that regular physical activity may help improve menopause mood symptoms. Wilson Araujo · E+/Getty Regular physical activity may help reduce depressive symptoms and improve quality of life during menopause, according to a review of 12 clinical trials involving over 1,000 people ages 40 to 65. Aerobic exercises like walking, Zumba, and dance showed the strongest effects on mood and overall well-being, while mind-body activities like yoga and tai chi may help improve emoti
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Why Doctors Keep Getting Women's AUTOIMMUNE Diseases Wrong
Women with autoimmune disease are also more likely to be misdiagnosed with mental health conditions than men. MementoJpeg/Moment/Getty Images A new study found that women with autoimmune diseases often take longer to get a correct diagnosis. The researchers added that women are more likely to be misdiagnosed with mental health conditions than men. Factors such as disease presentation, research gaps, fragmented care, and unconscious medical bias may contribute to these disparities. The resear
The Walking Speed That Could Determine How LONG You Live
People who walk faster may have better underlying health. Lol2368/E+/Getty Images A study found that walking speed can help predict people’s risk of dying from any cause. Both a clinical test and a test done in daily life were able to predict mortality risk. Experts say walking speed predicts death risk because it’s an indicator of overall health. If your walking speed slows, it’s a good idea to talk with your healthcare professional. New research shows that how fast you walk, whether measur
Why Hormone Therapy Works With One Weight Loss Drug But NOT the Other
New research shows that using hormone therapy with a GLP-1 during menopause may lead to greater weight loss. Tatsiana Volkava · Moment/Getty A study presented at the 2026 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society found that women using menopause hormone therapy (MHT) alongside semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) experienced greater weight loss than those taking semaglutide alone. Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) combined with MHT showed only modest early differences in weight loss, with no statistic
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The ADHD Medication That Might Clear Your Menopause Brain FOG
Recent research has found that ADHD medications may help reduce menopausal brain fog. WhiteTea · E+/Getty A recent review found that ADHD medications like lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) and atomoxetine (Strattera) may help improve self-reported symptoms of brain fog in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women. Menopausal brain fog — including forgetfulness, slow thinking, and difficulty concentrating — may be linked to hormonal fluctuations that affect brain function during perimenopause and meno
Why Endometriosis DOUBLES Your Risk of This Debilitating Condition
Researchers may have uncovered the surprising connection between endometriosis and migraine. South_agency/E+/Getty Images Those with endometriosis had 2.3 times the odds of also having migraine, according to a new analysis of more than 13 million females. The researchers said the two conditions may share a pain pathway. A planned clinical trial will test whether migraine medication can relieve endometriosis pain. In a new analysis, researchers found females with endometriosis were 2.3 times
The Vaccine Schedule Change That Could Trigger an 83% SURGE in Infections
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joins U.S. President Donald Trump as he signs an executive order calling for childhood vaccine shots to be spaced out into separate visits during an event in the Oval Office of the White House on August 10, 2026, in Washington, DC. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images A new modeling study projects that delaying or omitting the hepatitis B birth dose could increase chronic infections among children by 83% to 225%, depending on vaccine uptake
What Christina Applegate Just Learned About Her MS Diagnosis Will SHOCK You
Christina Applegate arrives for the 29th Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Century City, CA, on February 26, 2023. Valerie Macon/AFP via Getty Images Christina Applegate revealed that she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) after sharing her diagnosis publicly in 2021. While her doctor now says she doesn’t have MS, her symptoms have worsened, and the underlying cause remains under investigation. Research suggests that around 15% of people diagnosed with MS
Why Doctors Are Now STRONGLY Recommending This Menopause Treatment
The ACOG released updated recommendations for the management of various menopause symptoms. MoMo Productions · DigitalVision/Getty The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) released expanded menopause management guidelines strongly recommending menopause hormone therapy (MHT) for vasomotor symptoms (VMS) and related sleep disturbances in eligible individuals. For individuals who can’t or don’t want to use MHT, ACOG strongly recommends nonhormonal options, including selec
The Bedtime Snack That Could Finally Fix Your SLEEP
Pistachios contain several nutrients associated with sleep, llike melatonin, which helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle. fcafotodigital/E+/Getty Images A narrative review of current evidence suggests that pistachios may help support sleep. Pistachios contain nutrients associated with sleep health, including tryptophan, vitamin B6, magnesium, phytonutrient melatonin, fiber, and polyphenols, which may influence sleep-related biological processes. Studies of tryptophan supplements and dietary po
Healthgrades Announces Top Hospitals for Specialty Care, Outpatient Procedures
Healthgrades announced its 2027 Specialty Excellence Outpatient Awards and Specialty State Rankings, recognizing hospitals with outstanding patient outcomes across 19 specialty care areas and outpatient procedures. Getty Images Healthgrades announced its 2027 Specialty Excellence Outpatient Awards and Specialty State Rankings, recognizing hospitals with outstanding patient outcomes across 19 specialty care areas and outpatient procedures. Around 80% of patients consider hospital quality whe
Sports
The World Series Nobody Expected Is CRUSHING Viewership Records
The final 2026 World Series TV viewership numbers for Games 1 and 2 are in. What they show is viewership far exceeding expectations.
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Where This Upset Ranks Among Football's Most SHOCKING Defeats
BBC Sport looks at the history of the biggest FA Cup and League Cup upsets after Fleetwood Town's shock win against Arsenal.
Internet Invitational Kicks Off With $4 Million On The Line
The first episode of the Internet Invitational aired on YouTube on October 26th with $4 million in prize money up for grabs for the winning team.
Entertainment
Why This Streamer Is Demanding $72 MILLION Over Seven Words
Twitch streamer Hasan Piker sued conservative commentator Scott Jennings on Tuesday, alleging that Jennings had defamed him by misconstruing a quote to make it sound like Piker endorsed lynchings. On his own podcast on Aug. 11, Jennings played a mashup of clips of Piker, including one in which Piker referenced going “back to a better […]
'Reacher,' 'Neagley,' 'Lioness' Give Paramount TV Studios Three of September's Four Most-Streamed Original Series
“Reacher” sure has some reach. The Prime Video series ended September as the month’s No. 1 original streaming series, according to Nielsen. “Reacher” comes from Paramount TV Studios, which had a good month: The company’s “Reacher” spinoff “Neagley” was ranked third, tied with another Paramount TV Studios series, “Lioness.” “Reacher” hit the top spot with […]
Variety Nominated for 62 Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards
Variety has amassed 62 nominations for the Los Angeles Press Club’s 19th annual National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards, including nods for Print Journalist of the Year for Chris Willman and Online Journalist of the Year for Ethan Shanfeld. In the criticism category, Owen Gleiberman was nominated for film critic (over 1,000 words) as well […]
Horror Film 'The Land of Jinn' Is First Indonesia-Kyrgyzstan Co-Production, Unveiled at Tokyo Gap-Financing Market
Indonesia and Kyrgyzstan have made their first film together. “The Land of Jinn,” a supernatural horror feature directed by Kevin Rahardjo (“Smothered”), was unveiled at the Tokyo Gap-Financing Market as the first co-production between the two countries. The story centers on a young Indonesian woman who journeys to Kyrgyzstan in search of a mystical healer […]
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NYT Strands Hints, Clues And Answer For Wednesday October 27: Comedy Club
Looking for help with today's NYT Strands puzzle? Here's an extra hint to help you uncover the right words, as well as all of today's answers and Spangram.
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What These Real Estate Heirs Did to Deserve THREE DECADES in Prison
The three siblings used their wealth and influence to lure and sexually assault women for more than a decade. Eleven of the victims spoke on Tuesday before the brothers were sentenced.
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The Papers: 'Budget for a difficult moment' and Netanyahu's 'fate in balance'
Most of the papers focus on the Budget, ahead of its delivery at lunchtime on Wednesday.
