Will Courts Uphold the EPA's Rescission of the "Endangerment Finding"?
The legal arguments put forward by the EPA are weak and unpersuasive, and could undermine the Administration's position in other climate litigation.
Report details hiker’s last moments before apparent fatal bear attack in Glacier National Park
The Florida man's death was the first fatal bear attack in the park in nearly 30 years.
NASA’s Psyche probe snaps new Mars photos on its way to asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft has snapped a new set of Mars photos.
Democrat-backed candidate flips Chandler mayor’s office in Arizona
The City of Chandler in Arizona voted in their first mayoral election in eight years to elect independent candidate Matt Orlando in the race, flipping the seat. The nonpartisan race was between Councilmember Orlando and Arizona House legislator Jeff Weninger, with Orlando pulling ahead by 17 points. The independent is backed by Legislative District 13…
Live updates: Trump makes remarks in Georgia; House sets up reconciliation 3.0 vote
President Trump is in Marietta, Ga., on Wednesday afternoon for remarks on the economy that are likely to touch on Iran and election security, as well. The visit occurs as he’s increasingly at odds with Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.), who is up for reelection. Trump started Wednesday at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware to…
Sharpton: Democrats should keep South Carolina as first 2028 primary
Civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton on Wednesday pushed for South Carolina to remain the first Democratic primary in the 2028 presidential election. In a Wednesday press release from the South Carolina Democratic Primary, Sharpton said that “Black voters have shown up for the Democratic Party again and again.” “South Carolina hasn’t just cast votes…
French modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead - Reuters
French modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead Reuters
The End of Independent Agencies
The death of Humphrey's Executor was foretold, but some of the consequences may not have been anticipated.
Cyclospora cases in US hit all time high
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said it confirmed more than 2,500 additional cases of cyclosporiasis infections across dozens of states, making it the largest outbreak on record. Nationwide, CDC said it has confirmed 4,173 cases of cyclosporiasis since May 1, though some states are seeing much higher case numbers than others.…
Trump Says U.S. Will Bomb Iran’s Power Plants, Bridges if Tehran Strikes Ships
The president’s threat is the latest indication that he is planning to escalate the conflict.
Shielding UAP files from the public is ‘patronizing’: Dr. Phil
Dr. Phil believes the American public will be able to handle the news because humans are "resilient."
2 people sentenced to prison for threatening Mace’s life
Two individuals received jail time on Tuesday for threatening Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.). A federal judge in Indiana sentenced 28-year-old Shayla Addison to 27 months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, after she pleaded guilty to two counts of influencing a federal official by threat. The U.S. attorney’s office for the…
Laredo’s Future Rides on Trump’s Next Trade Move
The economy of Laredo, Texas, has boomed under the president’s global tariffs. Now, his demands may threaten its success.
Police formally investigate woman after Brit stabbed to death in French village
Karen Carter was found with stab wounds in the Dordogne village she had lived in for over a decade.
Paramount secures EU nod for $110 billion Warner Bros deal, US hurdles ahead - Reuters
Paramount secures EU nod for $110 billion Warner Bros deal, US hurdles ahead Reuters
Trump threatens to target Iran's bridges and power plants if Hormuz attacks persist
Donald Trump says the US will respond any time Iranian forces shoot at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
Hegseth turns to University of North Carolina, Virginia Tech after cutting Ivy League ties
The Defense Department has selected the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Virginia Tech to host a revamped fellowship program for senior military officers — the first universities approved after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth severed partnerships with top universities. The two universities will participate in the new Senior Service College Fellowship, a 10-month…
Amazon, gig companies see spike in workers on SNAP and Medicaid, study shows - The Washington Post
Amazon, gig companies see spike in workers on SNAP and Medicaid, study shows The Washington Post
EXCLUSIVE: Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role Reuters
Italy shuts down effort linked to Gaza flotilla group to track Jewish, Israeli tourists
An anonymous online form asked the public to report locations of Israeli tourists and Italian Jews, drawing comparisons to fascist-era persecution.
Modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead in Paris
Daniel Siad, whose name appears in the Epstein files thousands of times, denied knowledge of the threat Jeffrey Epstein posed.
Hyundai claims humanoid robot plan is not part of talks with striking workers
Union previously warned automaker that any robot deployment must be negotiated.
What to know about Ukraine's military shakeup
After a week of nationwide protests over the direction of Ukraine's military strategy in the ongoing war with Russia, the Ukrainian military has a new commander, Mykhailo Drapatyi. Here's what to know.
'No role' for White House in extradition to UK of Tate brothers, says top US diplomat
The White House has "no role" to play in the extradition to the UK of Andrew and Tristan Tate to face rape and sex trafficking charges, US secretary of state Marco Rubio has said.
Mamdani backs off pledge to arrest Netanyahu citing lack of authority
The New York City mayor instead called on US authorities to act on International Criminal Court's arrest warrant against the Israeli prime minister.
A strange transmissible cancer is spreading through the catfish in this lake
For more than a decade, there's been something fishy going on in a lake that straddles Vermont and the province of Quebec. It involves cancer, a kind of catfish, and — possibly — clues about how tumors metastasize.
Coveted U.S. Nuclear Deal Is a Coup for Saudi Crown Prince
Saudi Arabia had for years sought the controversial deal to obtain American nuclear technology. It is expected to be sealed on Wednesday, deepening U.S.-Saudi ties for decades to come.
Donald Trump Jr.’s Investment Firm Posts Staggering Returns of 200 Percent
The fledgling firm, run by the president’s oldest son and his partner Omeed Malik, has made investments in A.I. and defense technology that have tripled in value in just months.
In pursuit of 'Instagram face,' are we losing the imperfections that make us human?
Plastic surgery is becoming so normalized and undetectable, it's changing our relationship to reality. The New Yorker staff writer Jia Tolentino considers how beauty standards have dovetailed with AI.
Trump's New DOJ Nominee Wants To Ban Online Porn and Prosecute Big Tech
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Next Space Force chief throws cold water on the idea of space privateers
It turns out some of Benjamin Franklin's opinions from 240 years ago are still relevant today.
Saudi Nuclear Deal: Five Things to Know
The accord approved by President Trump opens the door to uranium enrichment in the kingdom.
U Tennessee Track & Field Head Coach Seeks Preliminary Injunction Against "Untruthful, Derogatory and Offensive Statements" Plus More Commentary
A Magistrate Judge recommended today that the injunction be denied on First Amendment prior restraint grounds.
OpenAI says its AI agent broke out of testing sandbox to hack Hugging Face
"This is day one for cybersecurity in the age of agents," Hugging Face CEO says.
Two Russians handed down jail terms for terrorism and spying in Angola
The two, a political consultant and a translator, denied allegations of fomenting protests last year.
Man who killed grandfather in knife attack on Remembrance Sunday sectioned
A man with schizoaffective disorder who killed a grandfather in a random knife attack on Remembrance Sunday has been sentenced to an indefinite hospital order.
American Public Schools Lost 1.4 Million Students Since COVID. Their Budgets Grew by 34 Percent Anyway.
An illustration of children walking away from a school
Trump ordered to reveal financial records in $10bn BBC lawsuit
Donald Trump must turn over financial records sought by the BBC as part of his $10bn (£7.5bn) defamation case against the broadcaster, a US judge has ruled.
ICE officials warned of dangerous crowding. See how they kept packing people in. - The Washington Post
ICE officials warned of dangerous crowding. See how they kept packing people in. The Washington Post
Remains of 22 more infants found at former mother and baby home
The remains of a further 22 infants have been found at the site of a former mother and baby home in Ireland, investigators have said.
Stocks and the Economy Are Increasingly Relying on the A.I. Boom
Investment in artificial intelligence and related companies is lifting the stock market and spending across the economy.
US Senate panel approves bill to crack down on Chinese vehicles - Reuters
US Senate panel approves bill to crack down on Chinese vehicles Reuters
People are watching the Reflecting Pool like reality TV. What does that say about us?
It's not just watching paint dry. The twists and turns of the Reflecting Pool repairs, originally a two-week project, have kept bloggers and viewers busy all summer.
Capitol Police Anticipated Drone Plot Against UFC a Month Before It Was Uncovered
A picture of a drone next to a picture of the White House UFC event
Amazon cuts jobs in its artificial general intelligence group - Reuters
Amazon cuts jobs in its artificial general intelligence group Reuters
Trump’s ‘really sick’ comparison of U.S. war deaths ignites outrage: ‘Absolutely despicable’
President Donald Trump’s post comparing U.S. troop deaths across multiple wars sparked a backlash Tuesday.On Tuesday, Trump took to Truth Social to … Source
Digital Media Alters Cognitive Willingness – Neuroscience News
This shifts the balance from deep task engagement (exploitation) to perpetual novelty-seeking (exploration), explaining why deep reading and studying … Source
Balance stablecoin collapses 99% after $1 million exploit drains its bitcoin vaults
An attacker fed the lending system a fake, abnormally low bitcoin price, liquidated vaults that should have been safe, and pocketed the difference in … Source
Need backup power? Automakers want you to look no further than their vehicles in your driveway
DETROIT (AP) — Winter Storm Uri, the multiday freeze that slammed Texas in February 2021 and pummeled the state’s power grid, has been on Kenneth Kovar’s mind ever since. Though the resident of New Braunfels, northeast of San Antonio, didn’t lose power at the time, he wasn’t able to run his septic … Source
Heatwaves That Are Reaching Unbearable Levels in Phoenix
By late summer, Phoenix feels like a kiln left open, the city’s edges shimmering as if reality itself is melting. The problem is no longer … Source
New cancer strategy could stop tumors before resistance takes hold
Switching cancer treatments before tumors fight back could turn evolution into a powerful weapon against relapse. Researchers are applying … Source
Trump’s generic drug tariffs: What they could mean for medicine prices, manufacturers and supply
President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on imported generic medicines have raised fresh questions about whether low-cost drugmakers can shift … Source
Rome to offer free cinema screenings as refuge from summer heat - Reuters
Rome to offer free cinema screenings as refuge from summer heat Reuters
We've Been Wrong About Nuclear Power
Nick Gillespie appears on the left. Zion Lights appears on the right. A box in the center contains an image of someone holding a sign with the Nuclear symbol crossed out in red. Bold text across the bottom of the screen reads "I believed a lot of nonsense."
Ukrainian drones hit Russian online giant retailer Wildberries for second time
Logistics hubs belonging to Wildberries in the Krasnodar and Stavropol regions were struck overnight.
Independent autopsy 'inconclusive' on cause of death for 18-year-old Nolan Wells in Mississippi
An independent autopsy of the body of Nolan Wells shows that the cause of death is undetermined pending an investigation, according to attorney Ben Crump.
Tankers make sharp U-turns after Houthi shipping threat
All of the ships were travelling to or from Saudi ports before changing course, ship-tracking data shows.
US trial date set for Venezuela's ousted president Maduro
Venezuela's captured president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores appeared in a US court today over drugs trafficking charges.
Manchester synagogue attacker's associate planned MoD terror attack, court hears
A "committed jihadist" planned a terror attack on a defence base with the man who later committed a fatal knife rampage at a Manchester synagogue, a court has heard.
British woman jailed for blackmail after accusing banker of rape in Hong Kong
Isabel Rose was convicted of trying to extort £100,000 from the UK banker and perverting the course of justice.
Rubio accuses Iran of flying IRGC personnel into Yemen as Houthi threat escalates
Marco Rubio accuses Iran of flying IRGC members into Yemen, saying the flights helped ignite a renewed confrontation between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis.
Modeling Scout With Epstein Ties Found Dead
French prosecutors are investigating the death of Daniel Siad who scouted models for Jeffrey Epstein.
Samsung unveils new Galaxy Z8 foldables and Galaxy Watches, available August 7
Samsung's new foldables are slimmer, faster, and more expensive.
Unlimited AI tokens aren't unlimited after all as US Army burns through supply
Troops received an email informing them that they were rapidly depleting their AI tokens.
Overbearing Girlfriend Expects Man To Take Feelings In Head, Use Words To Say Them Into World
BOSTON—Struggling to come to grips with the unreasonable demands, local man Gerald Ullman told reporters Wednesday that his overbearing girlfriend was expecting him to take the feelings in his head and use words to say them into the world. “I just don’t get what she means when she says I should use my mouth to […] The post Overbearing Girlfriend Expects Man To Take Feelings In Head, Use Words To Say Them Into World appeared first on The Onion.
RFK Jr. Reminded Not To Microwave Himself In Office Kitchen
WASHINGTON—Responding to repeated complaints about the smell and the difficulty of reheating lunch while the U.S. Cabinet member was still rotating inside the appliance, Department of Health and Human Services staffers reportedly had to remind Robert F. Kennedy Jr. not to microwave himself in the office kitchen. “This is a shared space, and it’s upsetting […] The post RFK Jr. Reminded Not To Microwave Himself In Office Kitchen appeared first on The Onion.
U.S. Mint Unveils Series Of Gold Coins Commemorating President’s Extramarital Affairs
WASHINGTON—Touting the new line of currency as an important way to recognize the many babes bagged by the commander-in-chief over the years, the U.S. Mint announced plans Wednesday to release a series of gold coins commemorating President Donald Trump’s extramarital affairs. “These coins will allow Americans to celebrate their nation’s semiquincentennial by collecting 50 of […] The post U.S. Mint Unveils Series Of Gold Coins Commemorating President’s Extramarital Affairs appeared first on The Onion.
JD, Usha Vance Welcome Baby Boy
Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance announced the birth of a baby boy, their fourth child and the first born to a sitting U.S. vice president in over 150 years. What do you think? The post JD, Usha Vance Welcome Baby Boy appeared first on The Onion.
Her son was killed by ICE at a traffic stop. She says she's still waiting for justice
Ruben Ray Martinez, 23, was fatally shot by an ICE agent two months into President Trump's second term. His mother says her family has yet to receive justice.
U.S. and Iranian attacks continue as tensions mount on a key waterway in the Red Sea
The fighting comes as the Trump administration is seeking billions of dollars more from Congress for the war with Iran, which Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says has already cost $37.5 billion.
Nigerian pastor highlighted by Trump says he’s next after militia kills his relatives
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo says Fulani militia killed nine of his family and now threatens his life as the State Department condemns Christian persecution.
Iran regime change talk resurfaces as Trump says Tehran 'wants to meet' amid US strikes
Trump administration officials are reportedly debating whether to support Iran's downfall, even as Trump says Iran is desperately seeking talks.
What forecasters expect this hurricane season, as Tropical Storm Bertha edges along
The El Niño weather pattern could limit how many Atlantic storms form this year. But unusually warm waters temperatures mean the risk of destructive storms is still high.
The Logical Effect of Undermining Our Allies’ Trust
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that NATO members may start planning and implementing the steps necessary for a post-American Europe.
A Perfect ICE Storm: New Recruits, Less Training, and Deadly Shootings
More fatal encounters from the deportation campaign.
Why the Budget Process Is Broken
Congress wrote the rules to restrain itself. Then it broke every one.
Opinion | Trump’s support for Lebanon is worth cheering - The Washington Post
Opinion | Trump’s support for Lebanon is worth cheering The Washington Post
$290M cocaine haul found ‘skillfully concealed’ in massive banana shipment
Italian officials said the 1,700-pound haul of cocaine, hidden among banana pallets, could have generated roughly $290 million on the street.
The Pentagon, sinking billions into Iran war, is quickly running short on cash - The Washington Post
The Pentagon, sinking billions into Iran war, is quickly running short on cash The Washington Post
Canada reportedly scraps joint bridge celebration with US after Trump renews tariff threat
Canada canceled a joint celebration for the Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Detroit to Windsor, Ontario, after President Donald Trump renewed tariff threats.
Iran Shows Its Ballistic Missiles Are Still a Force to Reckon With
Tehran reconstituted some of its weapons programs after the U.S. and Israel tried to destroy them in the early days of the war.
Range Rover answers the question: "What if we built a not-SUV?"
The Range Rover GT will debut as an EV with a hybrid version to follow.
On the run for 20 years, most-wanted fugitive caught hiding as a biotech exec
Ronald Fischer, aka Richard Graydon, was arrested in New York last week.
UK's Burnham names Trump critic Ed Miliband foreign secretary; ex-Thatcher aide brands pick 'disastrous'
Ed Miliband’s appointment as the United Kingdom's foreign secretary sparks warnings of tension with President Trump over his past attacks, net-zero policies and foreign affairs.
Why Israel Is Sitting Out the Latest U.S. Bombing Campaign in Iran
The U.S. along with Arab states worry the conflict could spiral out of control if Israel joins the current round of fighting.
1.5 million children lost food aid since last July, analysis says - The Washington Post
1.5 million children lost food aid since last July, analysis says The Washington Post
Sony releases one last trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day
"Maybe that's my responsibility, to live alone with the truth."
A New Power Grid for a New Technological Era
How digital technology is rewiring the economics of power systems.
Chippendales Recalls 4,000 Tons Of Tainted Man Meat
The post Chippendales Recalls 4,000 Tons Of Tainted Man Meat appeared first on The Onion.
China Viewed More Favorably Than U.S.
A Pew study found that China was viewed more favorably than America among the 36 countries surveyed, reporting 46% and 36% favorability respectively. What do you think? The post China Viewed More Favorably Than U.S. appeared first on The Onion.
George R.R. Martin Hands Agent Unsolicited, 4,000-Page Manuscript Titled ‘Tuba Man, Scuba Man’
SANTA FE, NM—Grunting with exertion as he hauled the weighty volume out of his satchel, author George R.R. Martin was seen Tuesday handing his agent an unsolicited, 4,000-page manuscript titled “Tuba Man, Scuba Man.” “Hey, remember that idea I had about a big band leader using a tuba as a diving bell to bring jazz to an underwater […] The post George R.R. Martin Hands Agent Unsolicited, 4,000-Page Manuscript Titled ‘Tuba Man, Scuba Man’ appeared first on The Onion.
Man Angry He Got Hit By Sprinkler Acting Like He’s Never Going To Be Dry Again
EAU CLAIRE, WI—Staring down at his dampened shirt with a mixture of anger and stunned disbelief, local man Frank Buchwald was reportedly acting like he was never going to be dry again after he got hit by a sprinkler Tuesday. Buchwald, who was described by friends and colleagues as an otherwise sane and rational person, […] The post Man Angry He Got Hit By Sprinkler Acting Like He’s Never Going To Be Dry Again appeared first on The Onion.
A24’s ‘Elden Ring’ Film Stalled After Red Phantom Named TwinkPunisher Invades Set
BLÁSKÓGABYGGÐ, ICELAND—Expressing regret that the interruption would delay the highly anticipated video game adaptation, the producers of A24’s upcoming Elden Ring film announced Tuesday that the project had stalled after a red phantom named TwinkPunisher invaded the set. “Despite our security team’s best efforts, a loincloth-wearing invader with the handle TwinkPunisher was able to gain […] The post A24’s ‘Elden Ring’ Film Stalled After Red Phantom Named TwinkPunisher Invades Set appeared first on The Onion.
Can Péter Magyar Undo Orbán’s Rule?
Plus: The Houthis declare a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia, Andy Burnham becomes PM, and a man is arrested after an explosion outside an FBI building in New York City.
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