Measles’ role in child’s death ignites fight between RFK Jr. and Pennsylvania governor - The Washington Post
Measles’ role in child’s death ignites fight between RFK Jr. and Pennsylvania governor The Washington Post
Footage of Tibet floods isn't being shown in China - and we know little about victims there
Some of the most dramatic footage from the deadly flash flooding is hidden from public view in China.
Burning Man begins this weekend as Hawk Fire reaches 95% containment - The Washington Post
Burning Man begins this weekend as Hawk Fire reaches 95% containment The Washington Post
ICE plans to spend $2 million on dog-like robots for immigration enforcement
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is planning to spend up to $2 million on robot “dogs” to assist its agents’ operations, according to a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding document. A funding document posted to DHS’s Acquisition Planning Forecast System on Thursday said the agency could spend between $1 million and $2 million on…
How Xi Jinping Turned Oil From a Weakness Into a Geopolitical Weapon
China’s crude reserves have given it huge power over the global oil market—and a critical new defense against the West.
Trump hails 'historic' deal for US to control 65bn barrels of Venezuela's oil
Venezuelan interim president says the unusual agreement will help revive her country's economy.
Vance, Zeldin ask for EPA probe into East Palestine train derailment response
Two Trump administration officials are calling for an independent Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) investigation into the government’s response to the 2023 East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment — which caused toxic chemicals to spill into the town. In a joint Friday letter, Vice President JD Vance and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin asked the EPA’s acting inspector…
Nepal needs help in technical areas, not search and rescue, foreign minister says - Reuters
Nepal needs help in technical areas, not search and rescue, foreign minister says Reuters
Wyoming governor decries ‘aggressive’ behavior of federal election monitors - The Washington Post
Wyoming governor decries ‘aggressive’ behavior of federal election monitors The Washington Post
OpenAI to end partnership with SpaceX's Cursor - Reuters
OpenAI to end partnership with SpaceX's Cursor Reuters
Judge rejects Trump’s latest bid to challenge hush money conviction - The Washington Post
Judge rejects Trump’s latest bid to challenge hush money conviction The Washington Post
Canadian broadcaster reverses policy barring use of ‘terrorist attack’ label for 9/11
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s (CBC) walked back its move Friday to advise its journalists not to refer directly to Al Qaeda’s Sept. 11, 2001, attack on the U.S. as an act of terrorism — guidance that garnered widespread criticism from political leaders. In an internal memo this week first reported by The Toronto Sun, CBC’s…
Hegseth blocks promotions of 4 Army officers with ties to sacked generals
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth blocked promotions of four Army officers picked for promotion to one-star rank, some of whom have ties to top Army generals the Pentagon chief ousted earlier this year, The Hill has learned. Some of the officers pulled from the list have links to former Army Chief of Staff, Gen. Randy George, who…
Drain on U.S. Munitions From Iran War Raises Fears Over Ability to Deter China, Russia
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is overseeing the shift of munitions using an “orders book” under longstanding Pentagon procedures.
Attackers target Niger's Niamey airport and presidency perimeter, sources say - Reuters
Attackers target Niger's Niamey airport and presidency perimeter, sources say Reuters
Close race as Iceland votes on whether to restart talks on joining EU
Turbulent international affairs have brought the vote forward, but the campaign has focused more on Iceland's vital fishing industry.
Trump Administration Looks to Give a Swath of Yosemite Park to Developer
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.
CFTC fines former White House aide $172,000 for trading on Trump speech information - Reuters
CFTC fines former White House aide $172,000 for trading on Trump speech information Reuters
Right-wing commentator Milo Yiannopoulos detained by ICE
The British citizen, who lives and works in the US, has supported Trump and ICE agents in the past.
Chipmaker CXMT sues Pentagon over 'Chinese military company' designation - Reuters
Chipmaker CXMT sues Pentagon over 'Chinese military company' designation Reuters
Sae Joon Park, a Purple Heart veteran who self-deported, receives pardon
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."
RFK Jr. questions measles deaths in Pennsylvania
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story RFK Jr. seizes on Shapiro’s measles statements Top Trump administration health officials are seizing on vague information from Pennsylvania to openly question the circumstances of two deaths that state health authorities attributed to measles. Natasha Kaiser Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D)…
Canada poaches dozens of top US researchers for its universities
Researchers in fields like climate and medicine are being lured north by new research funding.
Critics Blast Metropolitan Museum’s Plan to Honor John Galliano
Galliano, a fashion industry giant championed by Anna Wintour, was found guilty of a hate crime for his antisemitic outbursts in 2011.
'No chance' Meghan's possible return to acting was reason for Sussexes' move - industry insiders
The Sussexes' return to the UK has been linked to a possible resumption of Meghan's acting career - but senior TV executives have told Sky News "there's no chance" that is the reason.
Singapore Found a Way to Beat Gridlock, but Some Cars Cost as Much as Real Estate
Drivers in this Southeast Asian city-state are facing tough choices as certificates required for car ownership surge in price.
For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace
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.
Nepali Flood Survivors Face Profound Loss, Pressing Needs and Murky Futures
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.
Unstable Manhattan Building Had More Damaged Columns Than Previously Known
Drawings obtained by The New York Times and reviewed by engineers show insufficient reinforcements on eight more steel columns than previously known at a Manhattan building.
Trump attacks New York Times over report on 9/11 remembrance plans
President Trump pushed back Friday against a report that he will not attend a ceremony in New York City marking the anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack after event organizers denied his request to speak at the event. The New York Times reported Friday that the president’s team conveyed Trump’s interest in speaking…
Court rules Kalshi sports bets aren't "swaps," just gambling with a different name
Kalshi can't evade Nevada gambling laws by calling bets "swaps," judges rule.
Claudia Sheinbaum Is Taking More Control as U.S. Pressures Mexico
The leftist president recently forced out a state governor accused in the U.S. of drug trafficking, pushing aside a powerful ally of her mentor.
Death Toll Rises as Rescuers Search for Victims of Nepal Flood
More than 2,480 people are missing and at least 584 are confirmed dead in Wednesday’s devastating flooding.
Milo Yiannopoulos, a Right-Wing Provocateur, Is Arrested by ICE
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.
Chevron Is in Talks to Expand in Venezuela, a Potential Win for Trump
President Trump’s administration has been pushing U.S. companies like Chevron to invest more in Venezuela’s oil industry.
China is secretly fueling America’s data center rage
Roughly 200 accounts from a suspected Chinese bot farm have quietly tried to influence Americans to oppose AI data centers on social media, X said … Source
In closely watched speech, Warsh signals Fed may need to raise rates
Any move to increase borrowing costs in September will likely invoke the frustration of President Donald Trump. JACKSON HOLE, Wyoming — Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh on Friday laid the groundwork for a possible interest rate hike in the coming months, arguing that the economy is strong and the … Source
AI industry says Trump plans to tax chips in the “single dumbest way imaginable”
Tech industry is perplexed by Trump’s plan to win AI race by taxing data centers. Donald Trump may be preparing to announce sweeping new semiconductor … Source
Why Putin Is Fighting On, Even as His Problems Multiply
There is little sign that public exhaustion, economic headwinds or increased Ukrainian strikes are changing the Russian leader’s view that he will eventually achieve victory.
"RFK Jr. has lied to the Senate": Lawmakers call for criminal probe, ouster
RFK Jr. went to Samoa to spread vaccine fears. The measles outbreak after killed 83.
The Fourth Amendment and Laws Requiring Video Recording Inside Stores
A new Ninth Circuit ruling raises a number of hard issues.
Iran's navy says it has 'full control' over Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Iran's navy says it has 'full control' over Strait of Hormuz Reuters
The CIA Is Making AI-Generated Reports for Local Police
An illustration of a suited man sitting in front of a computer among a network of computers
A Core Egyptian Bank Gets Caught Up in Treasury’s Iran Crackdown
The U.A.E. branch of Banque Misr, Egypt’s second largest bank, faces penalties for alleged dealings with Tehran.
Oil Futures End Week Lower As More Oil Seen Moving
Crude futures posted weekly losses as the market expects tighter U.S. sanctions against Iran to lead to negotiations rather than military escalations.
Norway mourns King Harald as Haakon VIII ascends throne
Mourners gather outside the palace as royals, politicians and citizens remember a beloved king, whose son has adopted the family motto "all for norway".
After 6 months of war, Iran's battered regime remains entrenched
Instead of collapsing, the Iranian regime has dug in its heels and taken an even harder line.
Tennessee intends to name Nashville airport after Dolly Parton, Governor says - Reuters
Tennessee intends to name Nashville airport after Dolly Parton, Governor says Reuters
What the Twin Revolts Against Flock and Data Centers Tell Us About the Power and Risks of Populism
Data center and a Flock camera
Russia ramps up rhetoric but wants to avoid war with Nato, Western officials say
But they say Moscow will likely continue its "hybrid activity" against Nato members, short of direct military action.
These Tanks Can Hold 90 Million Barrels of Oil. They Have Just 22 Million.
Oil companies and governments are consuming their once vast stockpiles as Iran and the United States continue to struggle for control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Watchdog Denounces ‘Staggering and Disgusting’ Hypocrisy of AI Industry Giants | Common Dreams
"Put plainly, Silicon Valley is the problem threatening our ways of life." Government watchdog Public Citizen on Thursday hit back at the artificial … Source
Nvidia has paused parts of the revenue-sharing programme it launched in July
Staff raised antitrust concerns and partners objected to the conditions attached. The chipmaker says the model is still in place. Nvidia has halted some of the transactions under the financing programme it introduced eight weeks ago, in which it extends credit to AI cloud companies buying its chips … Source
Massive lettuce-linked outbreak expands to 3 more states with over 11,000 illnesses
The massive cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce and thousands of illnesses has expanded to three new states, federal health regulators announced Thursday. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said the outbreak, which has been linked to hundreds of hospitalizations and two deaths … Source
Washington chemical tank was called unfit for service before deadly failure, investigators find
An inspection contractor found a chemical tank at a Washington state paper mill “not fit for continued service” 10 months before it failed in May, killing 11 in one of the deadliest U.S. workplace disasters in recent decades, according to a federal report released Friday. The U.S. Chemical Safety … Source
Trapped Nepali workers pulled from hydropower tunnel after catastrophic flooding
Video from Nepal's Prime Minister's Office shows rescue workers pulling trapped citizens through a mud-saturated hydropower plant tunnel in Rasuwa.
Trump blacklisting of "woke" Anthropic deemed illegal by federal judge
Anthropic refused to support lethal autonomous warfare and mass surveillance.
Elon Musk's X Loses First Amendment Challenge to New York's 'Stop Hiding Hate Act'
Elon Musk and a censored word and X on a laptop screen
Here's what we know about the "space academy" Trump just announced
"It's called the US Space Academy. That's a big deal."
Apple One and Apple TV subscription prices increase by up to 20 percent
Annual Apple TV subscriptions get the biggest bump.
Man killed and six injured after large sign falls at Christian festival
A man has died and at least six people have been injured at a Christian festival in West Sussex.
The 40 essential dishes of D.C. - The Washington Post
The 40 essential dishes of D.C. The Washington Post
AI Companies Are Destroying Books. That's Not Nearly as Scary as It Sounds.
Illustration of a robot's eyes scanning the text of a book
Fed's Kevin Warsh warns inflation is too high, sparking bets rate hikes are coming
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh reiterated his commitment to fighting inflation in a major speech — raising expectations that rate hikes may be coming, though he did not clearly spell out a path going forward.
Parkinson’s can rob people’s voices. This instrument could help bring them back. - The Washington Post
Parkinson’s can rob people’s voices. This instrument could help bring them back. The Washington Post
Trump helicopter's close call with passenger jet amid White House building work
Building work at the White House contributed to radio problems that led to a flight being cleared for take-off as Donald Trump's helicopter was departing Washington, investigators have revealed.
Meta makes AI glasses slightly less creepy with limit on nonconsensual recording
Meta fixes AI glasses to stop recording any time users cover up the safety light.
New Jersey is a fossil hotspot, with answers about the day the dinosaurs died
Paleontologist Ken Lacovara never expected to find critical fossil data in a New Jersey suburb—let alone info about the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs. His dig site is now a fossil park and museum.
Oslo mayor calls off wedding ceremony after death of Norway's king
Anne Lindboe, the mayor of Norway's capital, had planned to marry her fiance on Friday.
Trump Posts Disturbing Video Of Himself Twirling With Knives
WASHINGTON—Prompting widespread concern among fans and followers, President Donald Trump uploaded a disturbing video of himself Friday rapidly twirling while holding knives. According to sources, the clip showed the commander-in-chief spinning around in the East Room in the Executive Residence, waving the blades close to his face as he danced and posed with them. The […] The post Trump Posts Disturbing Video Of Himself Twirling With Knives appeared first on The Onion.
SNAP Enrollment Drops By Over 13%
Stricter work requirements enacted in the Big Beautiful Bill have caused enrollment in the SNAP food assistance program to plummet over 13% over the past year as provisions kick in. What do you think? The post SNAP Enrollment Drops By Over 13% appeared first on The Onion.
Top Songs August 2026
With the competition for song of the summer in full swing, The Onion shares the 20 most popular tracks of July. The post Top Songs August 2026 appeared first on The Onion.
Sophie Cunningham Claims Any Woman Who Averages More Than 8 Points Per Game Should Not Be Allowed To Play In WNBA
INDIANAPOLIS—Contending that the proposed restrictions were “common sense” and necessary to preserve the integrity of the sport, Indiana Fever shooting guard Sophie Cunningham claimed Friday that any woman who averages more than eight points per game should not be allowed to play in the WNBA. “Women who average more than 8.4 points, 2.3 rebounds, or […] The post Sophie Cunningham Claims Any Woman Who Averages More Than 8 Points Per Game Should Not Be Allowed To Play In WNBA appeared first on The Onion.
HHS Replaces Childhood Vaccination Schedule With List Of Recommended Animal Bites
WASHINGTON—Revising the former timetable to reflect its latest public guidelines, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services replaced the childhood vaccination schedule Friday with a list of recommended animal bites. “It’s highly important that kids receive at least 15 bites from a variety of mammals, reptiles, and insects before they reach the age of […] The post HHS Replaces Childhood Vaccination Schedule With List Of Recommended Animal Bites appeared first on The Onion.
Stella Lefty Admits Nepotism May Have Helped Her Get Groupon+
LOS ANGELES—Responding to scrutiny concerning her tech billionaire father, artist Stella Lefty admitted in an interview Friday that nepotism may have played a role in helping her get Groupon+. “I had to set up the account myself, but yeah, I definitely have to recognize that not all aspiring artists have the privilege of scoring great […] The post Stella Lefty Admits Nepotism May Have Helped Her Get Groupon+ appeared first on The Onion.
The U.S. Cracks Down on ‘Gas Station Heroin’
Plus: The ‘Balkan Butcher’ dies, Trump renames Lake Ontario, and large rodents have a penchant for theft.
Rocket Report: Europe splashes some cash on launch startups; Pallas-1 nears debut
"From here on, Starlink missions out of Florida will fly on Starship."
So long to shorts? In Silicon Valley, tech workers are showing less leg
Men in the tech industry are covering up their legs, even as their counterparts in finance are increasingly open to showing them off.
'It's essentially been one long day': A daughter details search for parents in Nepal
Shreya Ahuja is searching for her parents after devastating floods struck Nepal. She is calling for international help and communications access as her family waits for news.
NASA is about to launch a space telescope that could change how we see the universe
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launches Aug. 30 on a mission to explore some of the most pressing mysteries of the cosmos.
Four men plead guilty to Golders Green ambulance arson attack
Four men have admitted setting fire to four ambulances owned by a Jewish charity in an arson attack that caused around £1m in damage.
This week's quiz includes two Dolly Parton questions, because she deserves it
The singer, actress and philanthropist could have filled a whole quiz, but we had to give other people a chance.
How the Foo Fighters Fill a Three-Hour Set List, Night After Night
Dave Grohl, the frontman of the Foo Fighters, tells us how he packs 31 years into 3 hours with something for fans of every generation.
Fed chair hints at US rate rise amid inflation threat
The US central bank "will have work to do" unless inflationary pressures recede, according to its Trump-appointed chair who was under pressure to signal if interest rates would rise in response.
A Walk Around Dubai Shows No Signs of Trump’s ‘D-Day’ for Iran
Iranian business activity and banking continues openly despite warnings by the U.S. and an announced end to ties.
‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ finally looks like the future - The Washington Post
‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ finally looks like the future The Washington Post
Beware the Ready-Made Op-Ed
The Wall Street Journal’s AI faux pas reignites a longtime debate about the art of writing.
Can the U.S. Avoid a Dangerous Debt Spiral?
The financial markets are sending out warning signals, but no one is listening.
Accurate Voter Rolls Can Build Public Trust in Elections
Every state should show its work before November’s midterm elections.
Russia threatens strikes on UK military targets, ‘catastrophic consequences’ over Ukraine
Russia threatened to strike British military targets inside and outside Ukraine after Moscow accused Kyiv of using Storm Shadow missiles against Donetsk.
Ratko Mladić, 'Butcher of Bosnia' convicted of genocide, dies at 84
Ratko Mladić, the notorious Bosnian Serb general convicted of genocide and war crimes, has died at age 84 in a Hague prison hospital while serving a life sentence.
Paul Claude Gigot: Why I Am Right About AI - The Atlantic
Paul Claude Gigot: Why I Am Right About AI The Atlantic
More arrests by police investigating A66 crash and organised crime
A further seven men have been arrested as part of Cleveland Police's investigation into organised crime in Middlesbrough after a fatal collision killed seven last weekend.
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