The SHOCKING Deal That Just Gave Trump Control Over 65 BILLION Barrels
The U.S. struck a deal with Venezuela to get majority control of more than 65 billion barrels of oil reserves, Trump said in a social media post.
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What Google Just Did to Your Search Results Will INFURIATE You
Google is now automatically expanding its AI search summaries at the top of the results page for some searches, as reported by Search Engine Roundtable. The change, when it kicks in, pushes the typical list of links from a search much farther down Google's results page; instead of seeing part of an AI Overview with a "Show more" button you can click, you'll Google will show a full AI Overview at the top of your search, an "Ask anything" box under that, and then the list of links. It can lead to
What Xbox Just Revealed About Its MYSTERIOUS New Hardware
Asha Sharma. | Image: The Verge, Microsoft According to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, Project Helix, which she announced in March as a codename for Microsoft's "next generation console" - phrasing that seemingly implied a singular device - will actually be a "family" of devices." "We've been hard at work on a great next generation and a great family of devices for Helix, and we'll share more soon," Sharma told BBC News. She shared the answer after being asked if Helix will be a discless console. She d
The Sunglasses That Could Replace Your ENTIRE Home Theater
Are XREAL's smart glasses the way of the future for home entertainment?
Why Math Degrees Are the NEW Computer Science in AI
Majoring in computer science used to be considered a safe career bet, ensuring stable pay and work. After the 2008 recession, many students turned to the field’s promising outlook: Between 2008 and 2024, the number of computer science degrees grew by almost 500%, according to The Washington Post. During this period, computer science was the third-most-popular major behind nursing and psychology, making up almost 5% of early-career college graduates. But the underemployment rate for CS graduates
Motorola Coupon Code for September 2026
Upgrade your smartphone for less with the latest Motorola promo codes, free shipping offers, and exclusive seasonal discounts.
Meta's $18 BILLION Mistake — And Why Tech Giants Are TERRIFIED They're Next
"Meta is seeking to ensure its competitors will face the same rules," one business professor told CNBC after Meta called on rivals to protect children online.
The $17 Billion SECRET Meta Just Agreed to Pay
State attorneys general spent months in negotiations. Then, as its legal losses mounted, the social media giant’s new top lawyer brought a huge settlement to the table.
Samsung's Surprise Hit Just Put PRESSURE on Apple
Samsung is known for experimenting in public. Even the giant 6-inch-plus smartphones we carry around today can be traced back to the 2011 release of the Galaxy Note, which started out as an effort to push the boundaries of screen size but ultimately got merged into the mainstream Galaxy lineup. More recently, Samsung has pioneered foldable phones, seemingly without much consideration as to whether they’re ready for prime time. The original Galaxy Fold launched with obvious flaws like a tiny oute
The AI Terms That Companies Don't Want You to UNDERSTAND
Most people know that when it comes to large language models (LLMs), not all are created equal. Some models are clearly more “intelligent,” while others offer benefits like being significantly cheaper to use. Yet all LLMs fall into one of three categories: proprietary, open weight, or open source. Understanding these distinctions is the key to understanding the benefits and drawbacks of any individual LLM. Proprietary LLMs Let’s start with the first category, proprietary LLMs. As its name sugges
How to Run AI on Your Computer Without BIG Tech Watching
Installing a large language model on your personal computer gives you a handy digital assistant that won’t compromise your data privacy.
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Why Meta Just Wrote a $17.1 BILLION Check Nobody Saw Coming
How Meta’s $17.1 Billion Social Media Settlement Came Together The New York Times Meta settlement backs competitors into a corner on kids safety The Hill Meta Platforms (META) Just Called a Potential Loss “Astronomical.” Here’s What’s at Stake in California Yahoo Finance How Instagram and Facebook will change for Connecticut teens under the Meta deal CT Insider Farewell Dolly, tragedy in Nepal, Meta's major payout: Week in review USA Today
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AI Giants Just Gave Humanity a TERRIFYING Deadline
Plus: Hackers target over 100 US water systems, ICE puts in an order for robot dogs, and you’ll never guess what “MrChildPorn” was arrested for.
The Shirt That Makes You INVISIBLE to AI Surveillance
To the human eye, the Digital Camouflage shirt has an abstract colorful pattern showing green, pink, and orange shapes. To robots, it hides the human wearing it. German designer Simon Weckert created the button-up shirt to confuse AI surveillance systems following Berlin’s installation of surveillance cameras earlier this year. The garment is part of an emerging trend of adversarial clothing design that uses complex patterns to disrupt facial and object recognition. [Image: Simon Weckert]
These Earbuds Are a MASTER of Phone Calls
Outstanding call quality and an excellent price point put these earbuds way ahead of pricier competition.
What 100 Companies Did When I Asked for My Data—You Won't BELIEVE It
Testing 100 companies found privacy requests often led to confusion and dead ends.
The Tech REBELLION That's Finally Reaching Its Breaking POINT
With data center concerns becoming a major election issue and Meta reaching a landmark settlement in a social media case, the tech backlash is gaining steam.
Why Musicians Are Turning DETECTIVE to Hunt Down AI THIEVES
As audio-focused generative tools and platforms have gotten more sophisticated, the internet has become increasingly filled with AI-generated music whose melodies and vocals are algorithmically derived from the work of human artists. While some of the people pumping out this kind of content immediately own up to using AI, others have denied using the technology until increasing public scrutiny forced them to tell the truth. For musicians - especially those creating art in technologically-focuse
The Man Who WASN'T Supposed to Lead Apple — But Changed It FOREVER
Dismissed as “not a product guy,” the outgoing CEO proved that supply-chain mastery could take Apple to new heights.
Nvidia's SECRET Weapon That Nobody Saw COMING
The new generation of data center systems is increasing efficiency with smarter traffic control instead of just more processor cycles.
Why Blaming China for Data Center Fears Is COMPLETELY Wrong
Stop wasting time on conspiracy theories, and instead focus on aggressively making a case for the undeniable brilliance of data centers.
Why Samsung's Latest Phone Is BETTER When It DOESN'T Work Smoothly
The Z Flip 8 is designed to be used shut more than ever before. | Photo: Dominic Preston / The Verge What do you want from a flip phone when it's closed? A simple interface, perhaps notifications and a widget or two, for handling the basics? Or a fully fledged Android experience shrunk down for the Flip form factor? For years, Samsung has insisted on the former, even as some fans - and Razr rival Motorola - have pushed for the latter. With the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Samsung has given in. Although th
The Recovery Device That Makes Everyday Healing SURPRISINGLY Easy
As my 20s are set to come to an end later this year, I’ve officially reached the age where sleeping in the wrong position or stretching just a little too far can cause aches and pains. I’ve always been somewhat skeptical of massage guns, mostly because I’ve tried a few off-brand ones and just assumed […]
The Writing Device That Blocks EVERYTHING But Your Words
BYOK is a no-frills, single-purpose gadget that 90 percent of people will find absolutely frivolous. But for those who spend a significant chunk of their lives putting words to virtual paper, there is an obvious allure. Personally, I think it's at its best when you just stick to the bare minimum, focusing on pure text drafting. Certain users, though, need more. They want BYOK to take notes, they want to use it for writing screenplays, or maybe they want to organize a sprawling novel. Balancing
The TROUBLING Question Europe Can't Answer About AI
Investors, founders, and operators from across Europe arrived for the annual Nordic TechBBQ conference to talk about how humans can have agency over AI.
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Why Elon Musk Just KILLED OpenAI Access for Millions of Developers
OpenAI plans to end model access through Cursor on Nov. 12, citing concerns after SpaceX’s $60 billion acquisition of the coding startup.
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Music Giants Accuse AI Company of BRAZEN Theft in Explosive Lawsuit
This latest lawsuit is particularly broad and homes in on accusations of illegal piracy.
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This Robot Company Just Made a Move That Changes EVERYTHING
Body or brain? When you're building a humanoid robot, you have to build both. But sometimes, as Sanctuary AI found out, you don't have to ship both at the same time.
What REALLY Stood Out at Gamescom This Year
The BBC's Laura Cress gets a first look at the biggest games in Cologne from Witcher 3 to Alien: Isolation 2.
Business
Why Nvidia's CEO STOPPED Everything When Trump Called
The unexpected interruption came hours before the president wrote a congratulatory post on Truth Social about the company’s most recent earnings report.
The Court Ruling That Could Change How You BET Forever
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that sports-related event contracts are not swaps, contradicting a 3rd Circuit ruling from April.
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Why Chinese Automakers Are Betting EVERYTHING on Robots
Technical progress has encouraged a new batch of companies to jump in on the promise of profits from humanoid robots. And they're all Chinese automakers.
What Microsoft Just Did That Made Wall Street FORGET Its AI Fears
Microsoft’s software offers capabilities that will be critical for AI, one analyst notes.
The NIGHTMARE Scenario Trapping $100K Behind Dementia
“These shares are the only assets in her estate without designated beneficiaries.”
The Inheritance Loophole That Could Change EVERYTHING
“I’m curious what would happen if the account owner were to die suddenly at the same time as the 98% beneficiary.”
Mattel's New Doll Line That's Breaking ALL the Rules
Mattel makes its "KPop Demon Hunters" Deluxe Rumi Fashion Doll available to purchase.
The Court Ruling That Just Made Sports BETTING Legal Under a New NAME
Kalshi can't evade Nevada gambling laws by calling bets "swaps," judges rule.
The Tax Credit Carveout California Just Made for HOLLYWOOD Insiders
California lawmakers have agreed on a partial carveout for the film and TV industry from a state cap on tax credits. The bill, AB 186, was unveiled on Friday evening. It addresses concerns raised in June by the Motion Picture Association and a coalition of entertainment unions, who argued that the cap threatened to undermine […]
Why Fed Chair Warsh Just Tanked Wall Street's RALLY
Wall Street ends lower after Fed Chair Warsh reaffirms inflation fight Reuters Markets Brace for Possible Rate Hike After Kevin Warsh’s Hawkish Turn WSJ Fed Chairman Warsh expresses concern about inflation, advocates for 'quieter' central bank CNBC Trump’s new Fed chair walks fine line on inflation in key speech NBC News Kevin Warsh tries being a normal central banker The Economist
Why Retail's Top 10 Lists Have Been WRONG for a Century
Sears ruled American retail for 26 years, not 90. A century of top-10 lists got the No. 1 wrong, and today's rankings have the same blind spot.
Two Banks Just STOPPED Selling This Billionaire's Insurance
Walter's holding company earlier in the week said "there has been no fraud" at Delaware Life and its affiliated company, Clear Spring Life and Annuity.
Naomi Osaka Just Launched a Luxury Brand Nobody SAW Coming
Tennis champion Naomi Osaka has for years made the tennis court a runway, with her Nike outfits often paired with pieces made in collaboration with designers such as Hana Yagi and Robert Wun. Her next staple piece: one she’s designed herself. Such is the brand of luxury leather goods Osaka unveiled Friday at the Fame […]
What Founders Get DANGEROUSLY Wrong About Focus
Being a founder means having to move between different types of work, because the nature of the job requires you to constantly be wearing multiple hats. While this can be a fantastic training ground for developing new skills, it makes learning how to focus effectively much harder. Traditional productivity advice does not account for the fact that many apparent distractions for founders can be legitimate responsibilities they must pay attention to. A common misconception I’ve seen among fellow fo
5 Small Business Ideas That Let You NEVER Leave Home
When it comes to commuting or remote work, half of U.S. workers prefer working from home. In fact, 40% of respondents in a Harvard Business School survey said they would accept a pay cut of 5% or more for the ability to telecommute. It’s also an increasingly common reason founders start their own businesses. If you’re interested in launching your own startup, there are plenty of small-business ideas you can launch from home. Half of all small businesses start at home, according to the National A
Why Michelin-Starred Restaurants Are ABANDONING Fine Dining
Michelin-starred restaurants are rethinking fine dining with affordable lunches, shorter menus and flexible formats. Is luxury dining entering a new era?
Buffalo Wild Wings Is CLOSING — Is Your Location Next?
Depending on where you live, your wing options may have just become a little more limited. Buffalo Wild Wings is closing restaurants across the country in 2026, raising questions about the chain’s footprint and long-term strategy. Founded in 1982 in Columbus, Ohio, Buffalo Wild Wings has grown into the largest sports bar chain in the U.S. by systemwide sales, ranking No. 1 in Nation’s Restaurant News’ annual “Top 500” report, which was produced with Datassential. Inspire Brands, the same company
This 74-Year-Old Has $10 Million and NO Idea What to Do
“I also own my home and an SUV outright, with no outstanding debt.”
10 Books That Will TRANSFORM How You Handle Pressure
Discover stress management books that offer practical strategies for reducing burnout, building resilience, and improving your mental well-being.
Corporate Earnings Are SOARING — Here's Why That Won't Last
The recent blistering pace of earnings growth is unsustainable.
The S&P 500 Is Climbing While Everything Else FALLS — What's Really Happening
Investors’ intense focus on AI is at times adding to the might of a small club of Big Tech stocks with mega market values to potentially make or break a single trading session for the S&P 500.
My Contractor Handed My $42,000 Pool to Someone I REJECTED
“I specifically rejected Contractor A because of his reputation.”
My Father Funded My $800K Roth IRA — Does He Control It FOREVER?
“His argument is essentially that, since my parents provided the money for the Roth, they have a say in how I invest it.”
Where Did All the Jobs GO—And Why They're Not Coming BACK
The U.S. labor market seemed to be on upswing after a surge in new employment early this year — but a summer slowdown in hiring and fewer help-wanted ads suggest it won’t get any easier to find a job.
How Do You Fire Someone Who Lies About EVERYTHING
“I want to send the message that she’d better keep my name out of her mouth.”
The Letter That Has Economists BAFFLED About Our Economy's SHAPE
Economists have long viewed the post-pandemic economy as "K"-shaped. That consensus has now evaporated.
Why Buffett's Still THRIVING at 96 — But His Stock ISN'T
Warren Buffett will be celebrating his 96th birthday on Sunday, but Berkshire Hathaway investors aren't celebrating the stock's anemic performance.
The Tire Giant That's BURNING Through Cash and HOPE
The tire maker has an ongoing turnaround plan as the company tries to restructure its business, refinance and pay down years of debt.
Why Anyone Would LOCK UP Their Money in a 401(k)
When done right, rollovers can be a great tool.
The 5 Cities Where You Can Actually AFFORD to Retire
You don’t have to leave the country to find an affordable place that matches your retirement vision.
The IMAX Awakening That's Making Millions — Here's How
Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" has movie and history buffs flocking to theaters this summer. That's been great news for Imax.
The OIL MARKET Trick That's Making Insiders RICH
How advance knowledge of presidential oil announcements could create profitable trading advantages, using Trump's Venezuela oil deal as a revealing market case study.
What Suja Life's VOLATILITY Is Hiding About Functional Beverages
Despite short-term turbulence, Suja Life is building a portfolio of better-for-you beverages with national distribution that investors are still learning to value.
I'm 84 With $8 Million Saved — Am I Too OLD for This Move?
“We are reluctant to pay a financial adviser 2% of assets — roughly $160,000 per year.”
Private Equity's 'ZOMBIE' Problem Is About to Become YOUR Problem
Private equity's growing exit backlog is transforming from an investor issue into a significant banking system concern, potentially impacting the wider economy
Why This Billionaire Is Selling His Private ISLAND Via Email Offers
Lupita Island can sleep up to 26 people in 10 cottages.
Why This Former A16Z Leader Is REFUSING Big Bets
Vijay Pande — who left a16z's roughly $4 billion biotech practice last year to start the much smaller, AI-native VZVC — talks about why biology is finally shifting from a "discovery" science to an "engineering" one, why clinical trials are still brutally expensive, and why he thinks open, shared datasets (not walled-off ones) are what will actually let AI transform medicine.
The Fed Chair Facing a NO-WIN Situation That Could Crush MILLIONS
Kevin M. Warsh, the chairman of the Federal Reserve, must soon decide whether to raise interest rates if inflation does not ease, even if it draws President Trump’s ire.
The Hidden Force Raising Your Prices as Much as TARIFFS
The long-delayed effects of tariffs are finally hitting consumer prices, but the AI investment boom is pushing inflation just as hard.
Politics
Trump's Plan for Yosemite That Has Environmentalists PANICKING
The proposed land swap would allow easy access to the crown jewel of the national park system. Democrats and former Park Service officials are incensed.
The Controversial Figure ICE Just Dragged Away in HANDCUFFS
Mr. Yiannopoulos, a prominent early supporter of President Trump, was detained at the New Orleans airport. The Trump administration publicized his arrest and shared a mug shot.
Why ICE Is About to Deploy ROBOT Dogs on American Streets
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is looking to spend up to $2 million on robot dogs, according to a federal procurement notice.
The IMPOSSIBLE Position Trump Faces With Iran Right Now
The war has deteriorated over the past six months into Mr. Trump’s own version of a “forever war,” with no clear goals and no end in sight.
The Veteran Who Deported HIMSELF Just Got an Unexpected Call
His removal order was triggered by two convictions from over 15 years ago, when he struggled with untreated PTSD. New York's governor said Park earned a "second chance through rehabilitation."
Why Trump Is FURIOUS at the New York Times Right Now
Trump attacks New York Times over report on 9/11 remembrance plans The Hill Trump Plans to Mark 9/11 at the Pentagon, Not Ground Zero The New York Times Trump to give speech at Pentagon for 25th anniversary of 9/11 The Hill Mayor Mamdani to attend September 11 ceremonies for 25th anniversary of terror attacks ABC7 Eyewitness News Barred from speaking, Trump to skip 9/11 25th anniversary ceremony in NYC New York Daily News
The 'HISTORIC' Deal That Just Gave America Access to 65 BILLION Barrels
The agreement would grant the US majority control of over 65 billion barrels of proven Venezuelan oil reserves, Trump said.
The Right-Wing Provocateur ICE Just DETAINED on American Soil
The British citizen, who lives and works in the US, has supported Trump and ICE agents in the past.
What the 9/11 Hijackers' LANDLADY Just Revealed About Their Saudi CONNECTION
A woman who rented out homes to two al-Qaeda members speaks publicly for the first time - to the BBC.
The VENEZUELA Deal That Could Reshape America's Energy FUTURE
President Trump says his administration has entered a sweeping agreement with Venezuela that could give the U.S. access to vast amounts of the South American country's untapped oil reserves, at cost.
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The Provocateur Who Finally Pushed TOO FAR
Right-wing commentator Milo Yiannopoulos detained by ICE BBC British far-right provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos detained by ICE The Washington Post Milo Yiannopoulos, a Right-Wing Provocateur, Is Arrested by ICE The New York Times Milo Yiannopoulos is in ICE custody facing a final removal order, sources say CBS News Political commentator and Kayne West associate detained by ICE in New Orleans WDSU
Native Nation Demands Trump REVERSE His Lake Takeover
Seneca Nation calls for reversal of Trump’s ‘Lake America’ executive order AP News Trump’s ‘Lake America’ move revives one of his biggest political flops CNN Trump's naming campaign from the Kennedy Center to Trump RX USA Today ‘Lake America’? These Upstate New Yorkers Aren’t Letting Go of ‘Ontario.’ The New York Times Rochester City Council rejects 'Lake America' name, vows to keep using Lake Ontario 13wham.com
The Far-Right Provocateur ICE Just Put in HANDCUFFS
British far-right provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos detained by ICE The Washington Post Milo Yiannopoulos arrested by ICE NBC News Milo Yiannopoulos in ICE Custody After Feud-Fueled Tip-Off The Hollywood Reporter Milo Yiannopoulos, a Right-Wing Provocateur, Is Arrested by ICE The New York Times Political commentator and Kayne West associate detained by ICE in New Orleans WDSU
Trump Just Claimed Control of 65 BILLION Barrels — What This Means for YOUR Gas Bill
The president said an agreement between the countries covered more than 65 billion barrels of reserves. A U.S. official said it would involve a partnership with a private company.
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Why a Judge Just Threw Out the CONFESSION That Changed 9/11 History
Judge throws out confession by alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed CBS News Judge Throws Out Key 9/11 Confession as Tainted by Torture The New York Times Judge throws out Khalid Sheikh Mohammed's 9/11 confession in already long wait for trial Fox News Khalid Sheikh Mohammed: Trial date set for alleged 9/11 mastermind BBC Trial date set for four men accused of involvement in 9/11 plot The Guardian
The Senate Race LIES Being Exposed Right Now
Candidates’ attacks are focused on illegal immigration, faith and stock trading.
The Economic TRAP That's Closing In on Trump
To win in 2024, the president promised an economic course correction. Almost two years later, his agenda has made that fight even harder.
The Anti-Trump Script That Could FLIP Georgia
Senator Jon Ossoff, the youngest sitting senator and the only Democrat seeking re-election this year in a state President Trump won in 2024, hasn’t moderated his message in his critical race.
The Secret Payments INFLUENCING Your Vote
Their videos have proliferated on social media, but the payments are frequently hidden from viewers.
Trump's Cuts to Science May Have PERMANENT Consequences
The federal government recruits top experts to volunteer to advise on pressing research issues of the day. Since President Trump took office, hundreds of these experts have been dismissed.
One ICE Agent's Case Could REDEFINE State Power Forever
Minnesota wants Texas to turn over an officer charged with shooting an immigrant. Such extraditions are usually routine, but in this case politics loom large.
Burnham's Summer Tour Is Over — Now the REAL Test Begins
The imminent return of Parliament will put the new prime minister under real scrutiny, with MPs finally getting a chance to grill him.
The Unlikely Alliance That Could Change Trump's Mind on HOLLYWOOD
Hollywood has an unlikely ally in its push to win over Trump Politico
Trump Just Announced the Oil Deal That Could CHANGE Everything
Trump hails "biggest oil deal in world history" with Venezuela Axios Trump Says U.S. Has Deal for Control of Large Share of Venezuela’s Oil The New York Times America’s murky deal to secure a fifth of Venezuela’s oil The Economist Trump says US reaches deal with Venezuela to control 65 billion barrels of country’s oil reserves CNN Venezuelan opposition up in arms over reports US wants big stake in oil and gas The Guardian
The Tennessee Town Revolting Against SURVEILLANCE Cameras
A shotgun, a wrestler and a House race: Tennessee’s revolt against Flock cameras NBC News
The UNUSUAL Battle for Alaska's Governor's Mansion Just Got WEIRDER
The second-place finisher in a primary where the top four advance to the November ballot said he would drop out of the race so voters could coalesce behind a single Democratic candidate.
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What Trump Did to These Students That a Judge Just Called UNLAWFUL
The ruling was a win for Stanford’s student newspaper, The Stanford Daily, and it followed another court victory for students targeted by the Trump administration last year.
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The Fed Chief's Move That Just Put Him on a COLLISION Course With Trump
Warsh puts Fed on collision course with Trump ahead of midterms Financial Times Markets Brace for Possible Rate Hike After Kevin Warsh’s Hawkish Turn WSJ Why Fed chief Kevin Warsh turned to Central Banking 101 Axios Analysis: Kevin Warsh sharpens inflation warning at Jackson Hole, signaling possible rate hike CNBC Kevin Warsh tries being a normal central banker The Economist
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The Unpaid Gas SCANDAL Behind Trump's Freedom Fuel STUNT
Mansfield Oil Company of Gainesville claimed in a federal lawsuit this month that it was never paid for more than a million gallons of fuel from a terminal in Pennsylvania between late May and early July — nearly $4 million worth.
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Pete Hegseth's Furious DENIAL About His 2028 Presidential Plans
Vice President JD Vance is currently the front runner for a 2028 Republican nominees, according to prediction market sites.
Why a Top Shadow Cabinet Member Just QUIT for LONDON
The capital is not set to vote on a new mayor until 2028.
The SHOCKING Deal That Could Change What You Pay at the PUMP
President Donald Trump said that the U.S. and Venezuela have reached a deal that he said would give the U.S. a majority control of billions of barrels of oil reserves.
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The Shocking Deportation of Someone Who HELPED U.S. Troops in Afghanistan
The Trump administration has deported thousands of immigrants to countries where they have no ties. Dozens were on the latest flight, to the Central African Republic.
The ICE Shooting and Federal Case That Suddenly STOPPED in Its Tracks
Federal prosecutors planned to charge an immigration agent arrested in connection with a shooting in Minneapolis. Then the agent walked free.
Why This Controversial Figure Was Just REMOVED From America
Far-right British political commentator Milo Yiannopoulos was detained by ICE and later deported to the UK.
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Why Canada's Trump Strategy Could BACKFIRE Spectacularly
The U.S.-Canada trade war has galvanized Canadians behind their prime minister’s decision to walk away from negotiations. What happens when the time comes for talks to restart?
What Happens When Progressives Invade Fox News Territory
The surging Democratic left is taking its ideology onto America’s preeminent conservative network, and at times showing some growing pains.
What This Politician Said About a Synagogue Attack That He Now REGRETS
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic Senate nominee in Michigan, faced criticism from Jewish Democrats after remarking, “hurt people hurt people.”
Trump's MASSIVE Arch Plan Just Got Approved Despite Historic Concerns
The park service is backing the arch, despite finding that it would adversely affect historic sightlines and other visual relationships among nearby landmarks.
The Yosemite Land Swap That Could Change EVERYTHING About the Park
The Trump administration is considering a Yosemite land exchange that could give a developer more direct park access.
Why RFK Jr. Just Called Pennsylvania's Measles Deaths FAKE
Republicans are accusing Pennsylvania officials of lying about reported measles deaths in the state.
The Confession That Could UNRAVEL the Biggest Terror Case in HISTORY
Judge throws out KSM confession in 9/11 case in blow to prosecution USA Today Judge throws out confession by alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed CBS News Judge Throws Out Key 9/11 Confession as Tainted by Torture The New York Times Judge throws out Khalid Sheikh Mohammed's 9/11 confession in already long wait for trial Fox News Khalid Sheikh Mohammed: Trial date set for alleged 9/11 mastermind BBC
The Far-Right Firebrand Just EXPELLED From America
The controversial commentator, who criticized feminism and Islam, was an enthusiastic supporter of President Trump's immigration crackdown. ICE says he was an "illegal alien."
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The Constitutional LINE Rubio Just Crossed With Student Deportations
Judge declares Rubio’s speech-based student deportations violate the Constitution Politico BREAKING: Federal court rules the statutes the Trump admin used in its speech-based deportation scheme are unconstitutional | The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression FIRE | Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression Trump cannot deport students for criticizing Israel, federal judge rules CBS News Judge Rules Trump Unlawfully Targeted Stanford Students Who Criticized Israel The New York
The Immigration Critic Who Just Got a TASTE of His Own Medicine
Mr. Yiannopoulos, an early supporter of President Trump and vocal supporter of mass deportations, was himself sent back to his home country, part of a long fall from right-wing grace.
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The Trump Order That Just Sparked OUTRAGE Across the Border
Ontario premier slams Trump's executive order to rename Lake Ontario as Seneca Nation calls for reversal CBS News Opinion | Trump’s push to rename Lake Ontario raises a troubling question The Washington Post Ontario premier answers Trump’s ‘Lake America’ with giant ‘Lake Ontario’ sign Los Angeles Times The Trouble With Trump’s Attempt to Rename Lake Ontario Time Magazine Everything Is Called America Now The Atlantic
What Trump Just TRADED for Venezuela's Oil
What we know about Trump’s deal giving US access to vast oil reserves in Venezuela AP News Trump found an unusual solution to his Venezuela problem CNN What’s behind the US deal to seize control of Venezuelan oil reserves? Al Jazeera ‘A New Form of U.S. Colonialism’: Venezuelans Bristle at U.S. Oil Takeover The New York Times Trump says U.S. now has majority control of over 60 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves CBS News
International
What Survivors Found When the Water FINALLY Receded
The disaster has left countless people with little or nothing of the lives they had built, struggling with immediate survival and unsure how to rebuild.
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She Watched the Water Rise 'Like a SERPENT' — And Barely ESCAPED
Anjana Raja of California discussed the split second decision that she and her husband made as the 50-foot flood came towards her and her husband in Nepal.
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The CRISIS That Could Leave England Without Water Sooner Than You Think
Who is to blame for the summer drought, and can England future-proof its water supplies?
Why 2,478 People Have VANISHED in This Himalayan DISASTER
Nepal reverses earlier decision and says foreign teams will be allowed to help with rescue efforts ‘The flood took everything I have’: survivors grieve for relatives and homes swept away in Nepal Visual guide: how the deadly flooding unfolded Tell us: have you been affected by the flash floods? More now on the Nepali army’s rescue operation to save about 100 people trapped in a tunnel at a hydropower project swamped by Wednesday’s flooding. “Two helicopters have been dispatched but it is cha
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The Vote That Could Pull Iceland BACK Into the EU
Turbulent international affairs have brought the vote forward, but the campaign has focused more on Iceland's vital fishing industry.
The MOUNTAIN of Broken Fridges Growing Across England
This year's multiple heat waves have increased the numbers of fridges and freezers breaking down.
How a Middle East War Unleashed PIRATES on the High Seas
Two ships were seized within four days last week raising to at least 13 the number attacked since January.
Why Shakira Is Racing a SATELLITE to Save Colombia
When seismic waves from the Colombian earthquake started shaking his home, a local director for the satellite titan SES rapidly began crafting a rescue and recovery plan.
Six Months Into Iran War and No One Sees an END
Live Updates: Iran war hits 6-month mark with no end in sight CBS News For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace The New York Times After 6 months of war, Iran's battered regime remains entrenched NPR Six months on, Trump’s Iran ‘excursion’ risks igniting crises far beyond the Middle East CNN Trump promised a short Iran war. Six months later, he has few good options. The Washington Post
What's BURIED in the Floodwaters at the Nepal-China Border
Live updates: More than 2,500 still missing after flooding at Nepal-China border CNN California couple recounts surviving deadly Nepal flood: "I knew I was going to die" CBS News Nepal floods latest: Death toll jumps to 626 as search for survivors enters fourth day - follow live BBC Disaster Experts Say Nepal Glacier Collapse Was Difficult to Predict The New York Times "Miraculous Escape": 21 Tamil Nadu Pilgrims Return From Nepal, Recount Horror NDTV
Why Iceland Might Do What Britain REGRETS Not Doing
The Nordic nation is holding a referendum on Saturday on whether to start membership talks with the European Union. Voters are divided.
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Rescuers Cross the Border and Find Something NO ONE Was Prepared For
Chinese rescuers find ‘nothing but ruins’ at border crossing as Nepal seeks help to ID and store the dead The Guardian Chinese rescue team finds 'nothing but ruins' at flood-hit Himalayan border crossing Reuters China-Nepal floods: rescuers pull 2 survivors out of rubble near border crossing South China Morning Post China Offers Condolences to Nepal While Emphasizing Disaster Began There The New York Times Tibet Mudslide Engulfs Complex at China’s Gateway to Nepal Bloomberg.com
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The strike, on a warehouse near Ukraine’s capital, came after days of attacks that strained air defenses and struck fear in civilians.
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The Capital Where GUNFIRE Just Erupted — And Nobody Knows Why
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In the span of a few years, Turkey has sold its homegrown drones to most of the Arab World, stretching from Qatar in the Persian Gulf to Morocco bordering the Atlantic.
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Why THOUSANDS Are Still Missing After This Natural DISASTER
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900 Workers TRAPPED Underground — And Time Is Running OUT
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Why Venezuelans Are Calling This U.S. Move 'A New Form of COLONIALISM'
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Why Ships Are AVOIDING the World's Most Critical Waterway
Strait of Hormuz traffic remains below normal as US sanctions pressure Iran Fox News War weighs on Iran's economy as US intensifies sanctions Reuters U.S. Navy blockade slashes Iran oil exports as Trump administration shifts to economic warfare CNBC Embattled Iranian president admits crippling US sanctions suffocating Tehran: ‘We are in a war situation’ New York Post Iran’s oil exports near zero as Persian Gulf flows recover Iran International
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The REVOLUTIONARY Satellite Motor That Could Transform Space
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Researchers have discovered that Western Australia’s iron-rich rocks can naturally generate hydrogen and that the process may be boosted to produce much larger amounts. If it can be scaled up, the vast formations beneath the Pilbara could become a major new source of low-emission energy for Australia and potentially the world.
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Astronomers will test equipment that, if it’s successful, will one day be crucial for discovering Earthlike planets.
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Dogs and humans may have more in common when it comes to aging than scientists realized. Researchers with the Dog Aging Project found that patterns of small molecules in dogs’ blood were linked to longer or shorter lifespans in remarkably similar ways to those seen in people. These metabolic “fingerprints” could offer clues about the biological processes that drive aging, including metabolism, inflammation, and cellular stress.
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Childhood vaccine exemptions for medical or religious reasons have reached a record high. SDI Productions/E+/Getty Images A CDC report shows that MMR vaccination coverage among U.S. kindergartners fell from 92.5% in 2024–25 to 92.4% from 2025–26, well below the 95% associated with herd immunity against infectious diseases like measles. Medical or religious exemptions from one or more school-required vaccines rose from 3.6% to a record 4.2%, with 24 states reporting exemption rates above 5%.
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The FDA upgraded a recall on organic frozen blueberries and mixed berries from Publix to Class I. Flavia Morlachetti · Moment/Getty The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) upgraded the recall of frozen GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries and Whole Mixed Berries from Publix to Class I. A Class I recall indicates the highest level of health risk. The initial recall of frozen berry products sold at Publix supermarkets was linked to potential E. coli contamination. The Food and Drug Administra
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Disney+ Adds the Pokémon Adventure You DIDN'T Know You Needed
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Kartik Aaryan's 'Captain India' Heads to London for EXCLUSIVE Shoot
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The Gorgeous Game That Lets You Hike the Appalachian From Your COUCH
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The driver of an 18-wheeler outside Lake Tahoe crashed, sending its cab over the edge of a highway overpass.
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On Lake AMERICA — Sailors Refuse to Change Course
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British Transport Police said a man who was in a van died at the scene, in Burscough.
