The White House Control Over FBI That Trump's Critics FEARED Most
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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Amazon's HIDDEN Windfall From Anthropic That Dwarfs Every VC's Payout
Massive note conversions reveal the true extent of Amazon's ownership in Anthropic.
The AI Advice That Allegedly Convinced a Child to STOP 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
The $25 Billion Move That Signals SK Hynix's EXPLOSIVE Confidence
South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix on Wednesday announces over 25 billion in dividends and buyback as third-quarter profit sharply beats estimates.
Why Indian Investors Are Suddenly RUSHING Into American Stocks
Major Indian brokerages are providing retail investors access to U.S. stocks at a time when the local market has been battered.
The Extraordinary Gains Behind Fosun Pharmaceutical's Earnings SURGE
Companyillustrates growing Chinese partnerships with international pharmaceutical leaders
Politics
Why Prosecutors Just WALKED AWAY From Cassidy Hutchinson
The rejection of the indictment was the latest extraordinary setback in President Trump’s wide-ranging campaign to go after his political opponents.
Why These Parents Believe the DOJ Is HIDING Their Son's Killers
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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The Judge Who Just Challenged Trump's ENTIRE Voter Targeting Strategy
In the legal tangle between the Justice Department and California, a federal judge on Tuesday deferred a ruling but said the government already had a remedy it could use after the election.
The Midterm Rally Strategy That Could RESHAPE Texas Politics
Midterms live updates: Trump and Talarico holding rallies in Lubbock, Texas CNN Midterm Elections Live Updates: Trump Rallies in Texas Again as G.O.P. Anxieties Mount The New York Times President Trump’s Corpus Christi visit: What to know about security preparations and road closures kiiitv.com Live updates: Trump returns to Texas for back-to-back rallies NBC News Trump promotes oil production in Texas, where Democrats dream of breakthrough Reuters
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The 'Past Indiscretion' Confession 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.”
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The Israeli Election Result That Left EVERYONE Guessing
Israel election: Exit polls suggest no clear winner with Eisenkot's bloc neck and neck with Netanyahu BBC No clear winner in Israeli vote as Netanyahu loses majority, exit polls indicate The Washington Post Israeli voters have given Binyamin Netanyahu’s coalition a drubbing The Economist Israeli exit polls show election deadlock, no clear path to power Reuters Flying Across the World to Vote The Atlantic
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 Military Campaign Against Cartels That Has Leaders DEEPLY 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.
The Slavery Conversation King Charles Can No Longer AVOID
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...
Science
The Mathematical Feud That Could DESTROY Scientific Trust Forever
AI has made some awesome scientific discoveries. But now, questions are being raised about its accuracy
Health
The Vaccine 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
The Hormone Therapy TWIST That Changes Everything About Weight Loss Drugs
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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Why Doctors Are Now URGING Women to Reconsider Hormone Therapy
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 Gender Gap in Medicine That's Leaving Women DANGEROUSLY Misdiagnosed
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 Literally SAVE Your Life
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 Endometriosis Sufferers Face DOUBLE the Migraine Risk
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 Bedtime Snack That Science Says Will Transform 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
The Food Category That's Quietly DESTROYING Your Brain
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 Hospitals That Just Earned America's HIGHEST Specialty Care Honor
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
Where Fleetwood's Arsenal Upset Ranks Among Football's GREATEST Shocks
BBC Sport looks at the history of the biggest FA Cup and League Cup upsets after Fleetwood Town's shock win against Arsenal.
Entertainment
Christina Applegate's MS Diagnosis Was WRONG — And She's Furious
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
The Out-of-Context Quote That Just Sparked a $72 MILLION Lawsuit
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 […]
Melanie Lynskey to Star in the CHILLING 'Mushroom Murders' Series
Melanie Lynskey is set to star in the limited series “Mushroom Murders,” which has been greenlit at Paramount+. The show is based on the now infamous case of Erin Patterson, the Australian woman who was convicted on multiple counts of murder and attempted murder after allegedly preparing food for guests containing toxic death cap mushrooms. […]
How a Protest Song Became Japan's Most MISUNDERSTOOD Global Hit
The opening film of the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival, Zeze Takahisa’s “Sukiyaki” tells the story of how the title tune became a worldwide hit in 1963 as well as a beloved standard that has been recorded in foreign-language versions that have also topped charts. The film goes beyond the song itself to delve into […]
The Historic Indonesia-Kyrgyzstan Horror Film That's Breaking NEW Ground
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 […]
The Three Shows That Just DOMINATED September's Streaming Wars
“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 Earns 62 Nominations in Prestigious 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 […]
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The 30-Year Sentence That Ended a Real Estate Dynasty's DARKEST Secret
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 Fog Warning That Could Make UK Commutes TREACHEROUS Today
After storms across the UK, the weather is set to turn calmer with mist and fog at times over the coming week.
What Domestic Violence Survivors URGENTLY Need to Know Right Now
Abuse can take many forms beyond physical violence. Learn more about the legal protections available to domestic violence survivors in this family law guide.
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NYT Strands Hints and Answer for Wednesday: 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.
