Yayoi Kusama, high priestess of polka dots, has died
The Japanese artist has died at age 97. Kusama's polka dotted pumpkins, "Infinity Rooms," and other repetitive and dreamlike artworks have been shown in museums and galleries worldwide.
Josh Turek says Kamala Harris should not campaign for him
Iowa Democratic Senate candidate Josh Turek on Wednesday shot down the idea of former Vice President Kamala Harris campaigning for him. When pressed by a reporter at a Wednesday event in Cedar Rapids, Iowa about the topic of working with Harris during his campaign, Turek — a state representative and two-time Paralympic basketball gold medalist…
Nvidia agrees to buy Hugging Face for $12.9 billion, The Information reports - Reuters
Nvidia agrees to buy Hugging Face for $12.9 billion, The Information reports Reuters
Dozens of children who went missing from asylum hotels still unaccounted for years later
Forty people who went missing from asylum seeker hotels as children years ago have still not been found.
Meta agrees to sweeping changes, $18 billion payout in landmark state settlement - The Washington Post
Meta agrees to sweeping changes, $18 billion payout in landmark state settlement The Washington Post
At least one dead after car crashes into crowd in northern France
One suspect was arrested after the incident in Caen, police said, following a reported fight at a nearby bar.
NASA administrator suggests putting data centers in space
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman on Wednesday suggested housing data centers in space amid mounting controversy surrounding the facilities’ growing presence in the U.S. “Let’s take our data centers, put them in Earth orbit, take advantage of that free fusion reactor that’s out there for us and use that to ensure we do win the ……
At least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern Algeria
Northern Africa has experienced severe heatwaves this summer, leading to hundreds of fires across the region.
Oil extends losses on hopes for Middle East talks to ease supply woes - Reuters
Oil extends losses on hopes for Middle East talks to ease supply woes Reuters
How to avoid a Social Security cut? Lawmakers are floating ideas for what to do
WASHINGTON (AP) — With the few months they have left as senators, Democrat Dick Durbin and Republican Bill Cassidy have embarked on a mission to save tens of millions of Social Security beneficiaries from a projected 22% cut in their benefits, starting in just six years. It is one of the most … Source
Gas Price Hits $26 Per Gallon in Village of State Trump Won Three Times
Gasoline in Shungnak, a remote village in Alaska's Northwest Arctic Borough, recently hit $26.82 per gallon, according to the Alaska Beacon. The … Source
‘Honeymoon’s Over’: Warsh Under Pressure as Fed Weighs Raising Rates
Three years before taking over as chairman of the Federal Reserve, Kevin M. Warsh recounted an exchange he once had with a hero of his, Paul A. Volcker, the celebrated central banker. Mr. Volcker, who navigated the Fed through one of the worst bouts of inflation in the 1970s and 1980s, told Mr. … Source
Trump Administration Wants Billion-Dollar Businesses to Qualify as ‘Small’
Higher revenue and employee limits for small businesses that get federal contracts and loans could disadvantage the smallest companies, their owners say. The Small Business Administration is seeking to vastly expand the definition of small businesses, aiming to give much larger companies access to … Source
GOP nominee for Texas House seat apologizes for ‘crude’ online posts
Texas state House candidate Jorge Borrego issued an apology Wednesday for past posts that featured “crude and immature jokes” after laughing the posts off earlier this week. “In no ways do those past posts represent my current sentiments and feelings,” Borrego wrote. He added that the posts stemmed from his childhood “in an environment where…
Wall Street turns on Scott Bessent
The Treasury secretary’s credibility as a steward of U.S. financial markets is under threat. Wall Street celebrated when President Donald Trump tapped Scott Bessent to lead the Treasury Department. Now, the former hedge fund manager is being tested by the markets that catapulted him to power. The … Source
Trump says the US doesn’t need Canada. The economy says otherwise
TORONTO (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump says his country does not need Canada. But every day, roughly 4 million barrels of Canadian crude oil flow south, helping fuel American cars, trucks and airplanes and supply U.S. industry. And oil is only the beginning. Canada also supplies aluminum, potash … Source
The AI industry is about to relearn every lesson of the ad blocking wars
Maybe money does not explain everything, but it explains a lot. Goldman Sachs estimates the AI build-out will require roughly $7.6 trillion in … Source
Runaway Drug Violence Sets Off a Political Earthquake in Costa Rica
A bastion of democratic stability grapples with the fallout of a surge in narcotics trafficking.
Federal judge lifts all blocks on Trump mail-in ballots executive order
The decision removes legal holds on implementing the president's order. A federal judge who blocked the most controversial aspect of President Donald … Source
New White House Counsel Isn’t a Yes Man, but He Won’t Say No, Either
Will Scharf has proved his loyalty to President Trump, even filming a TV ad in which he blows away documents from the president’s legal cases. His new role will be to provide in-house legal advice.
Flock contract cancellations grow among cities, other jurisdictions
Two Phoenix, Ariz. suburbs became the latest municipalities Wednesday to terminate their contracts with Flock Safety, cancelling their use of the company’s automated license plate readers (ALPRs) that have drawn widespread privacy concerns. The city of Tempe, which had an $80,000 contract with the company, said it would turn off all of its Flock cameras…
Hegseth upgrades medals of three Marines who survived Afghanistan attack five years ago
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday upgraded the valor awards of three Marines who guarded the Abbey Gate at the Hamid Karzai International Airport when a bomb went off as U.S. service members were evacuating from Afghanistan five years ago. The Marines — Gunnery Sgt. Jonathan Eby, Cpl. Michael Gretzon, Lance Cpl. Jordan Houston —were…
Qatar PM to visit Tehran to pursue mediation efforts - Reuters
Qatar PM to visit Tehran to pursue mediation efforts Reuters
Hegseth considering Pentagon chief spokesperson to replace Army secretary
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is considering his chief spokesperson, Sean Parnell, to succeed Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, who is eyeing an exit from the Pentagon in the coming months, two sources familiar with the matter told The Hill. The Hill previously reported that Parnell, who is also one of Hegseth’s senior advisers, has privately expressed…
U.S. and Canada Are Bracing for Prolonged Trade Dispute
Few are seeing an offramp as Trump faces political pressures in advance of the midterm elections.
Alleged 9/11 mastermind gets military trial date
The alleged mastermind behind the September 11 terror attacks will go on military trial in 2028, a judge has ruled.
Consumer spending cools as inflation continues to weigh on Americans - The Washington Post
Consumer spending cools as inflation continues to weigh on Americans The Washington Post
After Meta Settlement, Teens Divided on New Instagram and Facebook Restrictions
Young people said the platforms could be a space for gathering, but also a waste of time.
Secret Service Officials Said to Be Put on Leave Amid Internal Inquiry
The agency’s top spokesman is among those on leave, according to two Trump administration officials. The agency said three people faced a misconduct investigation.
High School's Ordering Parents to Remove Pink "XX" Protest Wristbands at Girls' Soccer Game Likely Violated First Amendment
"The characteristics of the school as a place of learning reinforce that administrators cannot favor one side of a debate involving parental speech on an issue of prominent public concern, and which, in those parents' views, concerned the safety of their children."
A Movement to Restrict Social Media for Children Has Taken Hold Globally
Governments around the world have passed or proposed a range of bans or restrictions on young teens using addictive social media platforms.
Early government projection showed thousands of Americans at risk of harmful exposure after East Palestine train derailment
An early government projection on the exposure to toxic chemicals following the 2023 East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment indicated that the incident could have put thousands of Americans at risk, according to documents obtained by a watchdog group. The incident, which became a political flashpoint, spilled chemicals including vinyl chloride, which is used to make plastic, into…
Meta reaches $18B deal on kids’ use of Facebook, Instagram: 4 takeaways
A landmark settlement between Meta and attorneys general across the country will see the technology giant pay more than $18 billion to states but also roll out several changes to better protect kids and teens on its Facebook and Instagram platforms. The settlement proposal, which awaits a judge’s approval, will end the high-profile trial in…
Boeing posts contract jobs in labor dispute's latest escalation - Reuters
Boeing posts contract jobs in labor dispute's latest escalation Reuters
RIP, Tim Curry: Ars remembers his top 10 iconic performances
A dashing pirate, a butler, a killer clown, an alien mad scientist in drag—the man had range.
CIA Chief’s Surprise Moscow Trip Was to Warn Russia Not to Attack NATO
The warning comes after new U.S. intelligence assessments indicated the Russian president could launch a limited assault.
Prosecution of Congresswoman for Assaulting and Impeding Federal Officials at ICE Delaney Hall Detention Facility Can Continue
Some excerpts from the long opinion in U.S. v. McIver, written by Third Circuit Judge Cindy Chung and joined by… The post Prosecution of Congresswoman for Assaulting and Impeding Federal Officials at ICE Delaney Hall Detention Facility Can Continue appeared first on Reason.com.
US drug agency approves breakthrough treatment for pancreatic cancer
Experts have hailed the drug, daraxonrasib, as a game changer for one of the world's deadliest cancers.
Haitian Town’s Pleas for Help Went Unanswered Before Massacre
Gangsters overran Kenscoff, located in the hills above Port-au-Prince, killing 47 people and taking over strategic territory.
AI agents meant to replace Meta workers made “large-scale, disruptive actions”
Report shows Meta's challenges replacing people with AI agents.
Political Profile: Natalie Harp
White House aide Natalie Harp is drawing scrutiny from many political observers. The Onion shares everything you need to know about Harp and her background. Education: Liberty University School of Blond Woman Business Job Title: Senior Girl to the President Qualifications: Made a nice diorama of the Oval Office Your Estranged Aunt’s Opinion Of Her: […] The post Political Profile: Natalie Harp appeared first on The Onion.
Dolly Parton Troubled To Find God Illiterate
THE HEAVENS—Her heart breaking when she discovered the Almighty fumbling over the most basic words on the page in front of Him, country music icon and noted humanitarian Dolly Parton was reportedly troubled to discover Wednesday that God was illiterate. “I just about washed off my makeup from crying when I saw the Lord struggle […] The post Dolly Parton Troubled To Find God Illiterate appeared first on The Onion.
Drugstores say Medicare's $50 obesity drug program is catching on
The Bridge program, which began July 1, makes some Medicare beneficiaries eligible for obesity drugs for $50 a month. CVS and Walgreens say they've each already filled 100,000 such prescriptions.
Court Upholds N.Y. Law Mandating Platforms Post Terms of Service and Report How Content Moderation Policies Have Been Enforced
From Judge John Cronan (S.D.N.Y.) today in X Corp. v. James: Businesses might not always want to share every detail… The post Court Upholds N.Y. Law Mandating Platforms Post Terms of Service and Report How Content Moderation Policies Have Been Enforced appeared first on Reason.com.
Hundreds Missing, 157 Dead, as Likely Ice-Rock Cascade Triggers Floods in Nepal and Tibet
Scientists are trying to figure out what caused such a destructive flood, and dozens of foreign tourists, including nearly 50 Americans, are among those who are unaccounted for.
New Twitter launches, says Musk's X gave up the name
Judge hasn't ruled on X Corp’s preliminary injunction, but Operation Bluebird plows ahead
Trump signs order banning some foreign equipment from US energy grid - Reuters
Trump signs order banning some foreign equipment from US energy grid Reuters
Trump Pushes To Rename Sexual Attraction To Children ‘Americaphilia’
The post Trump Pushes To Rename Sexual Attraction To Children ‘Americaphilia’ appeared first on The Onion.
Labor Protests and Panic Buying Signal Growing Pressure in Iran
Fearing supply shortages, Iranians are rushing to buy fuel and food as living standards deteriorate.
Florida Students Punished for Silent Protest Against ICE Get Free Speech Victory in Federal Court
Several people wearing shirts that say "ICE OFF FIU"
Florida Catholics slap down state AG by rejecting religious vaccine exemptions
The bishops' snub comes as the state continues to attack vaccines.
Hundreds of volunteers pull 360-tonne historic Japanese castle back into place by hand
About 1,800 volunteers pulled ropes to move the 360-tonne Hirosaki Castle keep back into position using hikiya, an ancient Japanese moving technique.
Google announces Gemini 3.5 Transcribe for AI-powered speech-to-text
The AI that powers Gboard's Rambler is coming to more Google products, including Chrome.
A Republican Attack Ad Used a Family’s Tragedy. Now They’re Furious.
Relatives of a family killed by a semi truck say they were not consulted about the ad, which connected the crash to illegal immigration.
What Does $17.1 Billion Mean for Meta?
The Silicon Valley company agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion in penalties as part of a landmark settlement with states over social media addiction claims.
Immigration arrests soar, hitting 50,000 in July
Since taking over in March, DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin has pivoted from the confrontational style of immigration enforcement of his predecessor, Kristi Noem. The latest data is reflective of a strategy that is working
Terrifying video captures people fleeing incoming mudslide at Nepal-China border
Video captures mudslides engulfing buildings in Gyirong, Tibet, minutes after a 4.4 magnitude earthquake triggered flash flooding near Nepal's border.
CIA director’s secretive visit to Moscow stirs mystery - The Washington Post
CIA director’s secretive visit to Moscow stirs mystery The Washington Post
Watchdog demands apology after UN memorial erroneously honors Hamas terrorist
UN Watch says UNRWA teacher Imad Youssif El Samhouri glorified terrorism for years before the United Nations honored him at a memorial service.
Greetings from Karbala, Iraq, where millions gathered for a Shia pilgrimage
Pilgrims came to Iraq from all over the world in August. Many Iraqi and Iranian pilgrims walked hundreds of miles in extreme heat to mark the event. Outside the shrines, the atmosphere is almost festive.
What Is "Reasonable" Gun Control?
According to the Gun Control Lobbies, Everything, Including Prohibition
States try new tactics to bring down high hospital prices
Indiana is the latest state to experiment with limiting what hospitals can charge, to try to get a handle on high health costs.
Column | Frank Miller redefined superheroes. He wants us to push past him. - The Washington Post
Column | Frank Miller redefined superheroes. He wants us to push past him. The Washington Post
Xbox’s new disc-to-digital program gives physical games a digital future
"Most" Xbox One and Series X games are compatible; discs will still work after being claimed.
Suspension of Couple's Gun Rights Because Their College Student Daughter Drew Allegedly Threatening Images Violated Second Amendment
A police investigation had "verified that Plaintiffs' weapons were secured in a safe and that their daughter did not have access to them."
The Real Reason Trump Wants Economic Sanctions in Iran - The Atlantic
The Real Reason Trump Wants Economic Sanctions in Iran The Atlantic
Court blocks Trump FCC order that could flood broadcast TV with more election ads
Republicans demanded that parties and fundraising committees be given lowest ad rates.
Actor Tim Curry has died
Tim Curry, star of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at the age of 80.
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Moving Back To U.K.
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle are set to return to the U.K. six years after stepping back from royal duties and moving to the U.S. What do you think? The post Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Moving Back To U.K. appeared first on The Onion.
Researchers get two genetic codes to work at the same time
Messing with the genetic code might have gotten a bit easier to do.
Will Trump's latest beef plan make your hamburger cheaper? Not much, experts say
The proposal comes weeks before the midterm elections, when food prices and the cost of living are expected to be major issues on voters' minds.
Door was locked at Pakistan hospital where fire killed 14 babies, witnesses say
The hospital tells the BBC the ward door was not locked but manned with security guards, to protect the babies.
Two fires which destroyed 19 homes were started accidentally
Two fires which destroyed 19 homes in Stourbridge were started accidentally, West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) has said.
New Meta Glasses Feature Reminds Users To Blink To Appear Human
MENLO PARK, CA—Touting the new software update as a staggering innovation no other wearable technology could offer, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced Wednesday that Meta’s smart glasses would now remind users to blink to appear human. “Every 30 to 60 seconds, our revolutionary heads-up display will prompt wearers to slowly close and then reopen their eyes […] The post New Meta Glasses Feature Reminds Users To Blink To Appear Human appeared first on The Onion.
Oil Prices Fall as Oman-Iran Talks Raise Hopes for Hormuz Reopening
Prices fell for a third straight day after Iran and Oman discussed measures to temporarily reopen the strait.
Nearly 1,000 are missing in Nepal and Tibet after floods caused by a glacial collapse
China's Xinhua News Agency said Thursday that mudslides in Tibet caused by a glacial collapse have left three people dead and 558 missing, while police in Nepal reported at least 162 were killed.
Heart, hope and a steely determination: Dolly Parton's musical legacy
BBC music correspondent Mark Savage looks back on the legacy of the "irreplaceable" late singer.
House fire victims named; police won't rule out link to A66 crash
A woman and her seven-year-old niece who died in a house fire near Middlesbrough have been named.
The U.S. Is Trying to Strangle Iran’s Economy. Here’s How Tehran Is Surviving.
Iran has spent years setting up a complex system of oil sales and clandestine shadow banking that it hopes will sustain its economy and military.
Far-right Israeli lawmaker damages Palestinian memorial with sledgehammer
Zvi Sukkot's actions have drawn widespread condemnation, including from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Libyan who was cleared after Lockerbie bombing trial dies aged 70
A Facebook post by Libyan Airlines announced the death of Al Amin Khalifah Fhimah and expressed the company's condolences to his family.
European nations to go back on threat to boycott FIFA
European nations are set to withdraw their threat to boycott FIFA competitions but are discussing other protests against Gianni Infantino's ongoing but embattled leadership, Sky News understands.
The Data Center Backlash Is Just a New Moral Panic
AI is coming. Do we want America to take the lead—or China?
AI can now credibly complete most undergraduate assignments, MIT warns - The Washington Post
AI can now credibly complete most undergraduate assignments, MIT warns The Washington Post
Arrest follows sighting of guillotine parked next to the Supreme Court - The Washington Post
Arrest follows sighting of guillotine parked next to the Supreme Court The Washington Post
Trump Sends Nuclear Agreement With Saudi Arabia to Congress
The president still insists that the deal is contingent on the kingdom normalizing relations with Israel.
Opinion | I was a U.S. diplomat for 20 years. Now I see how the Iran war could be won. - The Washington Post
Opinion | I was a U.S. diplomat for 20 years. Now I see how the Iran war could be won. The Washington Post
Rest Of Fantasy League Losing Patience With Player Who Has Other Things Going On In His Life
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Expressing frustration over their friend’s increasingly disinterested behavior in recent years, participants in a local fantasy football league confirmed Tuesday that they were rapidly losing patience with the one player in their group who has other things going on in his life. “I swear to God, Brian [Fischer] needs to get his act together […] The post Rest Of Fantasy League Losing Patience With Player Who Has Other Things Going On In His Life appeared first on The Onion.
Canada announces 'dollar-for-dollar' retaliatory tariffs on US as high as 50%
The latest escalation in an ongoing trade war between the US and Canada will see new levies on goods from steel to furniture, fresh tuna and makeup.
Target ‘deeply sorry’ for children’s Halloween costume compared to blackface - The Washington Post
Target ‘deeply sorry’ for children’s Halloween costume compared to blackface The Washington Post
Why Sweeping Regulations Won’t End Air Pollution
The drivers of poor air quality aren’t easily remedied by reducing emissions.
US military plane lands in Moscow, with Kremlin claiming it has no information: report
A video has emerged showing a U.S. military C-17A Globemaster III aircraft approaching for a landing at Moscow, Russia's Vnukovo airport on Wednesday.
Denmark's left-wing PM warns: 'Big enemy has started to grow from within' as Europe faces migrant reckoning
Mette Frederiksen's stance on Denmark immigration and border control puts her at odds with Spain's PM, as she names failed integration and Islamist extremism as key threats.
Report: More Americans Abandoning Lengthy Conversations In Favor Of One Really Big Word
PHILADELPHIA—Suggesting that the nation was increasingly prioritizing speed and efficiency in speaking, a report released Tuesday by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania found that more Americans are abandoning lengthy conversations in favor of one really big word. “Our extensive surveys across race, age, and gender demographics reveal that most Americans would rather just say […] The post Report: More Americans Abandoning Lengthy Conversations In Favor Of One Really Big Word appeared first on The Onion.
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