NOAA Issues El Nino Advisory
The global weather pattern threatens to worsen floods and heat waves already intensifying due to climate change. But it may also mean fewer hurricanes.
Skeptics Question Whether SpaceX Is Worth $1.77 Trillion
Elon Musk’s rocket company is spending big and losing money. That has raised questions about whether it can justify its valuation for its blockbuster initial public offering.
Opinion | How to stop the college sports arms race before it’s too late - The Washington Post
Opinion | How to stop the college sports arms race before it’s too late The Washington Post
US producer inflation posts largest annual gain in 3-1/2 years as energy prices surge - Reuters
US producer inflation posts largest annual gain in 3-1/2 years as energy prices surge Reuters
In the U.K., a Violent Cycle: Hateful Attacks, Right-Wing Agitation and Riots
Two stabbings have fueled violent protests in England and Northern Ireland in the last 10 days, fanned online by right-wing voices. In Britain and across Europe, it’s a grim pattern.
STAT+: Abridge inks deals with Nvidia and Lilly
Abridge announced new deals with Eli Lilly and Nvidia as it aims to gain an edge in a competitive market.
Pope Leo visits Canary Islands to highlight perilous journeys of migrants
The Pope is appealing for a humane approach and respectful welcome for migrants seeking a better life.
Trump writes blank check to ICE — where’s the oversight?
Whether someone supports or opposes immigration enforcement isn't really the point. The point is that when government power expands, oversight should certainly expand with it.
He Spent 15 Years Amassing SpaceX Shares. Now Comes the Windfall.
Justin Fishner-Wolfson, long a minor figure in Elon Musk’s orbit, is at the helm of a multibillion-dollar payout
They calculated that New York nursing home families would move on. They were wrong.
Families of over 15,000 New Yorkers who died in nursing homes have been fighting for six years to hold former Gov. Andrew Cuomo accountable for his administration's directive to accept COVID-positive patients without testing, which resulted in thousands of deaths, and for falsifying the death toll, and are still demanding answers from the Department of Justice.
Trump vows to hit Iran ‘very hard tonight,’ take over Kharg Island and oil industry - The Washington Post
Trump vows to hit Iran ‘very hard tonight,’ take over Kharg Island and oil industry The Washington Post
The Researcher Who Didn’t Want to Know
Her decades of work on Huntington’s disease helped lead to the creation of a genetic test for the devastating condition. Why didn’t she take it herself?
Some US employers to drop coverage of GLP-1 obesity drugs in 2027 as use increases - Reuters
Some US employers to drop coverage of GLP-1 obesity drugs in 2027 as use increases Reuters
Americans wary of AI-driven data center boom, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows - Reuters
Americans wary of AI-driven data center boom, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows Reuters
Nancy Mace Introduces Bill To Separate Gubernatorial Races By Gender
The post Nancy Mace Introduces Bill To Separate Gubernatorial Races By Gender appeared first on The Onion.
US screwworm cases test months of federal preparation - Reuters
US screwworm cases test months of federal preparation Reuters
Taiwan opposition leader says Xi meeting avoided 'reunification' talk
Cheng's comments come as Taiwan awaits approval on a $14 billion arms package from the U.S., and as uncertainty lingers over Washington's long-term commitment to the island's defense.
House Democrat: Vance part of White House Epstein ‘cover up’
Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.), Democrats’ ranking member on the House Oversight Committee, on Thursday pledged to investigate Vice President Vance’s role in the Trump administration’s “cover-up” of actions tied to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. His comments follow a New York Times report that alleged Vance headed the White House response to an explosive Wall…
After Senate Loss, Cornyn Predicts ‘Miserable’ Final Two Years for Trump
In his first extensive interview since his defeat by a Trump-backed challenger, the Texas Republican said the Senate was in for a “bumpy ride” as he and others flex new political freedom.
House votes against extending controversial wiretapping law set to lapse Friday - The Washington Post
House votes against extending controversial wiretapping law set to lapse Friday The Washington Post
Jasmine Crockett defends Karmelo Anthony after murder of Austin Metcalf
Jasmine Crockett feels more for Karmelo Anthony, the killer, because he is Black like her, than she does for Austin Metcalf, the victim, because he is white.
Most Americans don’t know this free college money is on the way - The Washington Post
Most Americans don’t know this free college money is on the way The Washington Post
Graham: Taking Kharg Island would be ‘ultimate game changer’
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) expressed his support for President Trump’s threat on Thursday to seize Iran’s Kharg Island. “President Trump’s announcement today that it may be time to take Kharg Island is welcome news and would be the ultimate game changer,” he wrote in a social media post Thursday morning. “The combination of continuing to…
UK defence minister quits, says Starmer not spending enough to keep country safe - Reuters
UK defence minister quits, says Starmer not spending enough to keep country safe Reuters
When universities break their promises to protect Jewish students
The charge is larger than campus unrest.
Pope Leo hits beaches of popular European migrant entry point after criticizing global immigration policies
Pope Leo XIV visited Spain's Canary Islands to meet with migrants, calling for legal and safe immigration pathways after criticizing Europe's policies.
Nigeria evacuates citizens from South Africa as anti-migrant sentiment rises
Nigeria is the latest African state to repatriate citizens following reports of xenophobic attacks.
Oil executives warn White House that gas prices will get worse - The Washington Post
Oil executives warn White House that gas prices will get worse The Washington Post
Wall St edges up as chips rebound, Middle East in focus - Reuters
Wall St edges up as chips rebound, Middle East in focus Reuters
Trump Boys Bulk Up For UFC Fight By Chugging Sour Cream
The post Trump Boys Bulk Up For UFC Fight By Chugging Sour Cream appeared first on The Onion.
Hazardous materials incident prompts Pentagon lockdown, officials say - Reuters
Hazardous materials incident prompts Pentagon lockdown, officials say Reuters
US confirms third strike on Indian-crewed tankers this week - Reuters
US confirms third strike on Indian-crewed tankers this week Reuters
Mace vows to be ‘more of a menace than ever’ following election loss
Outgoing Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) vowed Thursday to be “more of a menace than ever” as her term winds down. Responding to comedian Rob Schneider praising her as the “champion we didn’t deserve,” Mace wrote on social platform X, “Never thought I’d get my Congressional send-off from Deuce Bigalow.” Schneider played Deuce Bigalow, a fish…
Opening of U.S.-Canada Bridge Delayed Due to Trade Tensions
The Canadian government agency in charge of the planned Gordie Howe International Bridge said both countries have agreed the bridge should not open at this time.
Johnson: ‘I would not put too much stock’ in ‘details’ of Trump’s Kharg Island threat
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said he would “not put too much stock” in President Trump’s Thursday morning threat to seize control of Kharg Island in response to the downing of an Army helicopter this week. “I think he’s communicating directly with our adversaries over there. I would not put too much stock in the details…
Taking Kharg Island would pose risks for US troops - Reuters
Taking Kharg Island would pose risks for US troops Reuters
Patel: World Cup security ‘probably the biggest lift in FBI history’
FBI Director Kash Patel says his agency is making terrorist attack prevention its top job during the FIFA World Cup games, which kick off Thursday afternoon. “Extremists have used major global sporting events in the past to do harm and spread their twisted ideologies,” Patel wrote in a Wednesday social media post. “We are totally…
Oppenheimer launches Wall Street's first coverage of SpaceX with bullish outlook - Reuters
Oppenheimer launches Wall Street's first coverage of SpaceX with bullish outlook Reuters
RFK Jr. rips journalist over report he has ‘checked out’
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Wednesday slammed a New York Times report alleging that some say he appears to be “checked out” from official duties during department meetings and has surrounded himself with political appointees who share his viewpoint. In a post on social platform X, Kennedy said his day-to-day actions…
Deadly Sudan drone strike targets funeral procession
Rights groups accuse the RSF paramilitary group of killing civilians in el-Obeid, a city on the civil war's front line.
Trump Says U.S. Will Hit Iran Tonight, Threatens Seizure of Energy Markets
The president’s comments suggest a strategy shift toward military pressure following weeks of diplomatic impasse.
El Niño favored to become one of the strongest ever. Here’s how it may impact weather in every state
El Niño has officially begun, the Climate Prediction Center announced Thursday. And it's not just any El Niño — this year's is shaping up to be one for the record books.
Millions Across the Midwest and Northeast Face Severe Storms on Thursday
For the second day in a row, Chicago is in the bull’s-eye of the areas facing severe weather on Thursday, but the storm forecast is widespread.
Iran’s Attacks on Gulf States Underscore Targeted Countries’ Dependence on U.S.
The targeted countries host sprawling American military bases and thousands of personnel at a time when the United States is waging war against Iran.
Hugo Boss shares jump above offer price after Frasers' bid - Reuters
Hugo Boss shares jump above offer price after Frasers' bid Reuters
Election handicapper moves 3 Senate races toward Democrats
A top election handicapper shifted a trio of Senate races toward Democrats, as the minority party looks to regain control of the upper chamber this November. Larry Sabato’s Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia Center for Politics shifted the Alaska race from leans Republican to toss-up, the North Carolina race from toss-up to leans Democratic…
ACLU Sues After Facial Recognition Falsely Identifies Florida Man as a Child Abductor
Handcuffed in front of the ACLU logo
3 Indian sailors confirmed dead in US strike on oil tanker
Three Indian mariners were killed on board a tanker struck by U.S. forces earlier this week over allegedly violating Washington’s blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, according to New Delhi. Indian Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said the three people were killed in the “tragic incident” aboard the Palau-flagged MT Settebello. The seafarers…
European Central Bank raises interest rates ahead of Federal Reserve meeting next week
The European Central Bank (ECB) raised interest rates by 25 basis points on Thursday ahead of Kevin Warsh’s first Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting as chair of the Federal Reserve next week. “The war in the Middle East is generating inflation pressures and the decision to raise rates is robust across a range of…
Grok is doxing sex workers, and it should worry all of us
Sex workers are once again the canaries in the coal mine of digital safety.
Live updates: House leaves town without passing FISA extension; Trump vows ‘very hard’ strikes on Iran
The U.S. and Iran traded strikes for a second night, with President Trump saying the Americans launched 49 Tomahawk missiles at targets in the Islamic Republic. On Thursday morning, Trump vowed to hit Iran again “very hard tonight.” “At some point in the not too distant future, we will be taking Kharg Island, and other…
How to get a Trump pardon: Forget the DOJ, call “Bobby” and other influencers - Reuters
How to get a Trump pardon: Forget the DOJ, call “Bobby” and other influencers Reuters
UK health regulator approves Novo Nordisk's weight-loss pill - Reuters
UK health regulator approves Novo Nordisk's weight-loss pill Reuters
Pentagon on lockdown over air quality issue
The Pentagon went into lockdown Thursday over an air quality issue, prompting the department to execute a shelter-in-place order for the affected area. “The Pentagon has sophisticated systems to ensure the safety of the building and its occupants. Those systems have detected an air quality issue necessitating precautionary measures until we determine its significance. The Department…
Trump Administration Pushes Limits of Election Investigations
The Justice Department once tried to stay out of state elections, urging caution. It is now pressing forward with claims of fraud as President Trump revives his unfounded assertions that elections cannot be trusted.
The Economist Who Wants To Make the World Poorer
Thomas Piketty
Wall Street buckles up for SpaceX liftoff, hoping for a glitch-free ride - Reuters
Wall Street buckles up for SpaceX liftoff, hoping for a glitch-free ride Reuters
A ‘Sultry’ Shift: Heat Creeps Into the Northeast
Soupy, hot weather will settle into the Northeast on Thursday and Friday, bringing with it the threat of dangerous storms.
GOP senator’s diving catch in baseball game makes ESPN’s top plays
Sen. Eric Schmitt notched a highlight this week he won’t soon forget. The Missouri Republican made ESPN’s “SportsCenter” Top 10 plays of the day Wednesday night with a diving catch during the annual Congressional Baseball Game for Charity at Nationals Park. Schmitt, one of the GOP’s standout players, tracked down a lazy fly ball that…
All residents removed from Epping asylum hotel, says council
Epping Forest District Council says it is "seeking clarification from the Home Office" after residents at a hotel housing asylum seekers were removed without warning.
U.K. Defense Secretary Quits Over Lack of Military Spending
Governments across Europe are trying to figure out how to fund a major overhaul of their militaries in the shadow of a bellicose Russia.
Volkswagen to reduce workforce by 19,000 by end of year, CEO says - Reuters
Volkswagen to reduce workforce by 19,000 by end of year, CEO says Reuters
House Rejects Bill to Extend Surveillance Power With FISA Section 702 Set to Expire
A measure to temporarily continue a key surveillance law fell well short of the support needed to pass, further raising the chances that it will lapse on Saturday.
Google in talks with Samsung to make part of next-gen chip, The Information reports - Reuters
Google in talks with Samsung to make part of next-gen chip, The Information reports Reuters
Four days of extreme rain killed 7% of world's rarest orangutans, study says
Climate change-induced weather events are pushing orangutan populations to extinction, says a study.
On brink of IPO, Musk's SpaceX already a household name, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds - Reuters
On brink of IPO, Musk's SpaceX already a household name, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Reuters
With Measles Roaring Back, the Search for a Drug is On
As vaccination rates decline, biotech companies see a potential new market for measles drugs.
First tablet version of weight-loss jabs to be available in UK in weeks
The first tablet version of the blockbuster weight-loss jabs will be available in the UK within weeks, following approval by the medicines regulator.
The White House and Congress support the message of second chances. It’s time for action.
The White House, Senate, and House of Representatives have expressed support for Second Chance Month, a movement to raise awareness of the barriers faced by people with a criminal record, and the Second Chance Reauthorization Act, which would provide job training, housing assistance, and other services to help people reintegrate into society.
SpaceX by the numbers: Six charts mapping businesses driving its IPO ambitions - Reuters
SpaceX by the numbers: Six charts mapping businesses driving its IPO ambitions Reuters
KKR launches $10 billion AI infrastructure company with Nvidia, Vistra - Reuters
KKR launches $10 billion AI infrastructure company with Nvidia, Vistra Reuters
STAT+: A suspicious denial pattern in Medicare Advantage
Major Medicare Advantage plans almost always reversed their denials on appeal, raising big questions about barriers to care.
Some Question for Todd Blanche's Upcoming Confirmation Hearing
It's hard to think of a better illustration of the dramatic changes that our President has wrought in the world… The post Some Question for Todd Blanche's Upcoming Confirmation Hearing appeared first on Reason.com.
Anthropic v. OpenAI: Behind the bitter battle for the future of AI - Reuters
Anthropic v. OpenAI: Behind the bitter battle for the future of AI Reuters
Five claims from former Palestinian prime minister and why they matter
We spent an hour talking to former Palestinian prime minister Mohammad Shtayyeh, who is one of the most influential voices in the West Bank.
Boston Symphony in Crisis Over Dismissal of Andris Nelsons
Chad Smith, the orchestra’s president, admitted missteps in terminating Andris Nelsons’s contract but stood by the decision and won’t step down.
Anthropic CEO: Government should have power to block dangerous AI deployments
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is arguing governments should have the power to block dangerous deployments of artificial intelligence if they don’t meet a certain safety standard. Amodei’s latest assertion, published in an essay on his website Wednesday, builds upon the company’s pro-safety approach to AI, which has put them at odds with its competitors and the Trump…
FISA 702 spy powers set to expire after House vote fails over Pulte backlash
House Republicans on Thursday failed to get enough votes from Democrats to secure a short-term extension of the nation’s warrantless spy powers, with the lower chamber leaving for a scheduled recess the day before they are set to expire. The bill would have extended Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) through July…
Just 16 percent approve of Trump UFC event at White House: Survey
A small portion of Americans approve of a UFC fight night event set to play out on the White House’s South Lawn this weekend, according to a new survey. Just 16 percent of Americans said it was appropriate for President Trump to host the event at the White House, the Reuters/Ipsos poll found. Another 46…
FDA gives emergency approval to screwworm over-the-counter pet drug
The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday granted emergency use authorization to a generic over-the-counter tablet to treat New World screwworm in dogs and cats, the first generic animal drug authorized for use against the parasite. The authorization comes as officials in Texas and New Mexico confirmed at least seven cases of screwworm in cattle,…
Russian diplomat discusses Ukraine war with French, German and British ambassadors - Reuters
Russian diplomat discusses Ukraine war with French, German and British ambassadors Reuters
To permanently end redistricting wars, reconsider districts altogether
The solution is to stop drawing districts altogether — or at least, draw as few districts as possible.
CDC chief: ‘No evidence’ USAID cuts hampered Ebola response
The acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) denied Wednesday that the Trump administration’s cuts to foreign aid negatively impacted the global response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak. Dr. Jay Bhattacharya said on NewsNation’s “Elizabeth Vargas Reports” that he has “never met a more competent, committed group of professionals” than the…
El Nino conditions are present, US forecaster says - Reuters
El Nino conditions are present, US forecaster says Reuters
Artan to referee Uefa Super Cup after losing World Cup spot
Somali referee Omar Artan is appointed to take charge of the Uefa Super Cup match between Paris St-Germain and Aston Villa later this summer after being denied a spot at the World Cup.
30 Shows to Watch This Summer
“The Bear” serves its last course, “Ted Lasso” gets back on the pitch, and Larry David makes a TV show with the Obamas.
At least $60M spent on White House UFC event
Federal agencies and the UFC are spending at least $60 million to pull off the White House cage fight set to take place Sunday, which is President Trump’s birthday. The funds have gone toward building an octagon fighting arena on the White House South Lawn, purchasing and delivering food and paying up to 900 workers…
Trump and Hegseth Broadcast U.S. Military Strikes Before They Happen
Commanders do not usually speak publicly about future operations to avoid jeopardizing the mission’s success.
SpaceX's stock market blast-off could be Musk's biggest gamble yet
SpaceX is preparing for a stock market debut that could transform the company, the wider market and Elon Musk's fortune.
The Terrible Man Theory of History
The solution to Trumpism isn’t to conform to the spirit of the age, but to transform it.
Hegseth on whether strike on civilian infrastructure is a war crime: ‘Disingenuous question’
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday slammed a reporter’s question about whether a U.S. strike on Iran’s civilian infrastructure would be considered a war crime. “Well, it’s precisely the kind of disingenuous question that I’m used to from the media, impugning the motives of the folks on our side who are incredibly professional and incredibly…
STAT+: Novartis doubles down on molecular glue strategy
Seniors' drug costs rise sharply, Enliven's leukemia drugs, and more biotech news from The Readout
What Platner’s primary win means for Collins, Senate map
Now that Graham Platner has won the Democratic primary in the Maine Senate race, what does the general election match-up with incumbent Sen. Susan Collins (R) look like? Plus, the broader Senate map continues to shift in Democrats’ direction as their hopes of taking back the upper chamber grow. Finally, as the political environment for…
Watch live: Melania Trump, Bessent to announce youth foster care initiative
First lady Melania Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday morning will announce new savings and investment accounts for youth in foster care. The announcement is the latest step in the administration’s “Fostering the Future Together” initiative. It comes just months after the first lady urged lawmakers on Capitol Hill to pass a set…
She Was One of Obama’s Top Lawyers. How Did She Get Tangled Up With Epstein?
That she, of all people, looked past his 2008 conviction tells you everything you need to know about how unreliable and corroded the legal world has become.
Blockbuster NYT Reveal About Judge Ross Scandal
The Times spoke to three of Judge Ross's clerks and obtained the "offensively vague" apology letter.
Congress should end this abysmal ObamaCare failure
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) has failed to meet its objectives of reducing costs and improving care, and the Abolish CMMI Act has been introduced to stop wasting tax dollars on the agency.
The Joy of Missing Out on SpaceX’s I.P.O.
You’re not important or lucky enough to have access to shares at the offering price, and that’s OK. Here’s why.
"This cannot continue": Xbox leaders lay out "hard truths" behind sagging brand
Brutal self-assessment paints a picture of a Microsoft gaming division in crisis.
Can’t Pay Medical Bills? Trump Administration Suggests Getting a Loan
One-third of Americans shoulder health care debt. Insurers are being asked to consider lending money to Obamacare consumers who can’t afford higher deductibles.