The U.S. Commander With a Two-Week Plan to Escalate Strikes in Iran
With Iran’s latest missile attack, Trump will decide whether to resume major combat operations.
Rand Paul threatens to hold Fauci in contempt after he declines to answer questions - The Washington Post
Rand Paul threatens to hold Fauci in contempt after he declines to answer questions The Washington Post
We’re Not One Election Away From Ruin
Americans still have the power to experiment with and reject bad ideas, including socialism.
Republicans Threaten to Block Blanche Nomination
Also, Fauci invokes the Fifth Amendment. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.
No Pseudonymity for the Pretend Date in Pentagon Contractor's Suit Over Hidden Date Recording by O'Keefe Media Group
First, a quick summary from today's decision by Judge Amit Mehta (D.D.C.) in Mannina v. O'Keefe Media Group: In January… The post No Pseudonymity for the Pretend Date in Pentagon Contractor's Suit Over Hidden Date Recording by O'Keefe Media Group appeared first on Reason.com.
A Bit on Pentagon Contractor's Wiretapping Claim Over Hidden Date Recording by O'Keefe Media Group
First, a quick summary from today's decision by Judge Amit Mehta (D.D.C.) in Mannina v. O'Keefe Media Group: In January… The post A Bit on Pentagon Contractor's Wiretapping Claim Over Hidden Date Recording by O'Keefe Media Group appeared first on Reason.com.
Lawyer Who Represented Trump Is Appointed U.S. Attorney in Manhattan
Federal court judges appointed James M. McDonald, a former federal prosecutor, to the post. He represented President Trump in his appeal of his criminal conviction.
Anthony Fauci refuses to answer questions during tense US Senate hearing about Covid origins
The former top US health official said he feared Republicans could try to trip him up and use his testimony to prosecute him for perjury.
Two Tankers Hit in Apparent Drone Strike in Egypt
An explosion at a port on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast set fire to two ships, including a U.S. gas storage tanker, according to maritime tracking firms.
Oil prices jump up as US-Iran tensions escalate
Oil prices were back higher on Wednesday as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate again. As of late Wednesday afternoon, international benchmark Brent crude was trading at about $91 per barrel, up from as low as about $83 earlier this week. That price is still well below the pre-ceasefire highs and prices last week, which reached as high as $101 per…
Qualcomm forecasts weak quarterly profit, expects Apple revenue drop to accelerate - reuters.com
Qualcomm forecasts weak quarterly profit, expects Apple revenue drop to accelerate reuters.com
Four women accuse Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct
The actor and musician faces allegations from 10 women in total who say he mistreated them as teenagers.
Dow sinks 1,100 points after Fed holds off on hike
Stocks fell sharply Wednesday as the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady again despite continued inflation pressure. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed down 1,153.18 points, or 2.19 percent, for its worst decline since April 2025 — when President Trump unveiled his sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs. The S&P 500 dipped by 1.52 percent, falling to…
Microsoft tops quarterly cloud growth estimates, easing spending concerns - reuters.com
Microsoft tops quarterly cloud growth estimates, easing spending concerns reuters.com
Trump Unveils $22.5 Billion Redesign of Dulles Airport
The project would make the airport easier to navigate and include a new United lounge, officials said. It’s part of the president’s plans to remake the Washington area.
Families Face Anxiety, Angst as Loved Ones Are Deployed to Fight Iran
As the war with Iran has continued, some are finding that the stress is bringing back old anxieties.
Trump administration seeks $10 million more for Freedom 250 events - The Washington Post
Trump administration seeks $10 million more for Freedom 250 events The Washington Post
Meta's free cash flow wiped out as AI buildout grows - reuters.com
Meta's free cash flow wiped out as AI buildout grows reuters.com
Saudi Arabia seeks international coalition to protect Red Sea shipping from Houthis, sources say - reuters.com
Saudi Arabia seeks international coalition to protect Red Sea shipping from Houthis, sources say reuters.com
Economic Development Subsidies Create a Lot of Jobs—Mostly for Lobbyists
A person holds a giant blank novelty check.
Ukraine reports loss of F-16 aircraft, pilot safe - reuters.com
Ukraine reports loss of F-16 aircraft, pilot safe reuters.com
Noah Kahan hits Trump over use of song in social post: ‘Would never approve’
Indie singer Noah Kahan slammed President Trump on Tuesday over the use of his song “American Cars” in a recent Instagram post by the White House. “Would never approve of my music being used in support of you or this administration,” Kahan said in the comments. “Made in America is BACK,” the White House captioned…
Oregon is on track for its worst wildfire season yet
Wildfires in central and eastern Oregon are prompting evacuations and forcing ranchers to scramble to move cattle and find feed as public range land burns. More than a million acres have burned so far. Most fires have little or no containment.
Senators Cornyn and Tillis Threaten to Block Blanche Nomination Over Trump’s IRS Deal
Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis accused the attorney general nominee of refusing to put on paper his promise to kill aspects of the deal he cut to settle President Trump’s suit against the agency.
Zendaya on working with Tom Holland in Spider-Man: ‘When you’re best friends it’s easy’
The couple walked the white carpet at the London premiere of their latest film, Spiderman: Brand New Day.
Zelensky says he asked Trump for emergency package of Patriot missiles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday said he’d asked President Trump for a “winter package” consisting of 300 Patriot interceptors to fend off the Kremlin amid Kyiv’s war with Russia. The request follows Trump’s approval for Ukraine to manufacture its own interceptors earlier this month. However, Zelensky said the process would take too long. “We…
Sudan's forgotten war leaves millions hungry as global attention remains elsewhere
El Fasher and El Obeid remain flashpoints as UN reports detail war crimes, mass rape, and genocide conditions in Sudan's escalating civil war.
Why Capitalism Is the Most Moral Economic System
John Stossel stands in front of photos of people conducting business transactions
5 takeaways on Fauci’s hostile Senate hearing, GOP contempt threats
Former chief White House medical adviser Anthony Fauci’s Senate hearing Wednesday ended up being an hours-long opportunity for Republicans to vent criticisms, arguments and theories on the COVID-19 response as the veteran government scientist adamantly refused to answer any questions. Fauci, who led the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases for nearly 40 years,…
Drone hits gas storage tanker at Egypt's Mediterranean port, Ambrey reports - reuters.com
Drone hits gas storage tanker at Egypt's Mediterranean port, Ambrey reports reuters.com
Trump loses ground with GOP as overall approval sinks to 32 percent: Quinnipiac poll
As public criticism of President Trump’s job performance persists amid the months-long Iran war and resulting strains on the U.S. economy, the president is losing support from some voters in his party, according to a survey released Wednesday. The latest Quinnipiac University poll found that only 32 percent of all registered voters support how the…
Pentagon: New casualty category for renewed Iran fighting tied to end of Operation Epic Fury
The Pentagon said its new category for the number of U.S. deaths and injuries to service members for renewed fighting with Iran is tied to the end of Operation Epic Fury. The department removed the four service members who died and dozens of those injured in the recent fighting against Iran from the Pentagon’s Defense…
Sanctions Bill Would Give Trump Sweeping New Tariff Powers
A bipartisan bill in the Senate would allow President Trump to impose tariffs on the biggest importers of Russian energy.
Comcast store punished low sales by smashing pies in workers' faces, lawsuit claims
Comcast, accused of negligence, says lawsuit mischaracterized alleged events.
Infantino calls plan to sell World Cup stake a proposal, 'not an obligation' - reuters.com
Infantino calls plan to sell World Cup stake a proposal, 'not an obligation' reuters.com
Customize Ars your way with an Ars Pro subscription
Ars Pro subscribers get customizable layouts along with no ads and no trackers.
Carney plays down idea of curbing Canadian oil supplies to US amid trade war - reuters.com
Carney plays down idea of curbing Canadian oil supplies to US amid trade war reuters.com
Federal Court Slaps Down Rhode Island Town's Surprise Seizure of Family's Land
Johnston, Rhode Island town hall
Iran Gambles on Escalation With Surprise Attack on U.S. Forces
The attack illustrates a shift in which Tehran has grown more comfortable with the war. Trump was quoted as saying the U.S. will hit Iran hard.
Two New Jersey Men Accused of Supporting Islamic State Plead Guilty
A third man in Washington state also pleaded guilty to conspiring to fight for the militant group in Syria.
Google's "privacy-preserving" age verification system is coming to the Play Store
Google's new API relies on parents to set age ranges in Family Link.
Elon Musk’s xAI is trying to sue its way out of a Grok reckoning
Musk defends Grok, says Minnesota's nudifying app ban is unconstitutional.
Yet more qubit tech: New quantum dot options, diamond vacancies
Companies are making sure we have a surplus of options for building qubits.
New Article on "The State Constitutional Case Against Exclusionary Zoning"
It is the first comprehensive analysis of how to use state constitutional law to combat exclusionary zoning. Coauthored with Josh Braver.
Actually, Starliner might fly into space this year
"We're feeling pretty good about that," Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said.
Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against Argentina
Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over their behaviour after their World Cup final loss to Spain and throughout the tournament.
'Taiwan Travelogue' rethinks history, colonialism, and identity
The author and translator of Taiwan Travelogue, the winner of the 2026 International Booker Prize, discuss identity and history amid the debate over Taiwan's colonial ties to Japan and escalating geopolitical pressure from China.
Taylor Swift Sues Ella Langley For Bangs Infringement
NEW YORK—Arguing that the country artist’s hairstyle was damaging the value of her own well-established signature look, pop star Taylor Swift filed a lawsuit Wednesday accusing Ella Langley of bangs infringement. “Ms. Langley’s shaggy curtain bangs are clearly a direct copy of Swift’s Lover-era hair,” Swift’s attorney Douglas Baldridge wrote in the court filing, which […] The post Taylor Swift Sues Ella Langley For Bangs Infringement appeared first on The Onion.
'It's our home, it's our forest': BBC speaks to locals fighting France wildfire
Firefighters are battling flare-ups in 40C heat in the Gironde region, as some locals have refused to heed evacuations.
Can This Man Stop the Mamdani Agenda?
Reihan Salam loves New York. He loves the free market. And he’s very worried.
EXCLUSIVE: US mulls scuppering France's Washington ambassador pick over human rights spat - reuters.com
EXCLUSIVE: US mulls scuppering France's Washington ambassador pick over human rights spat reuters.com
Anthropic is finding bugs faster than Microsoft can fix them
Microsoft is on a mad dash behind the scenes to patch exploits before hackers find them.
'Odyssey' translator Emily Wilson says Nolan shouldn't have written the movie himself
The renowned classics scholar caused a stir when her critical review of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey went viral. Wilson explains her reaction to the film and why she's translating the poem again.
NASA Requires Astronauts In Training To Drop To 25 Pounds To Simulate Weight On Moon
HOUSTON—Instituting the health mandate in order to ensure proper acclimation to the reduced gravity of Earth’s only natural satellite, NASA officials announced Wednesday that it would require astronauts in training to drop down to 25 pounds in order to simulate their weight on the moon. “We want to be as thorough as possible in our […] The post NASA Requires Astronauts In Training To Drop To 25 Pounds To Simulate Weight On Moon appeared first on The Onion.
New AMD Linux patch boosts low-end gaming performance on Steam Deck
Improved efficiency in EPP mode leads to ~32% jump in "1% low" frame rates.
Gaming and IRL worlds collide in Jumanji: Open World trailer
"I'm beginning to suspect we are not in Jumanji."
China Closes the Satellite Gap in Space Race With the U.S.
Beijing is chipping away at American space power, giving Beijing the potential to impair rival networks and blunt U.S. military might.
Amy Winehouse's father ordered to pay almost £1m to late singer's friends
Amy Winehouse's father has been ordered to pay just under £1m to two of his daughter's friends after a failed High Court claim over the auctioning of the late singer's items.
Greetings from an isolated region in northern Pakistan's Hindu Kush mountains
Chitral borders Afghanistan and isn't easy to reach. Breathtaking views abound in this remote mountainous region — as do rockslides and avalanches.
Body of British woman 'found inside suitcase' in Greece
The body of a Scottish woman has reportedly been found inside a suitcase in an abandoned building in Athens.
Adult Man Genuinely Inspired By AI Video Of Lion Wearing Rolex
IRVINE, CA—Eyes widening in awe as the 3D-rendered content appeared on his Instagram feed, local 38-year-old Derek Ludlow reported Wednesday that he felt genuinely inspired by an AI-generated video of a lion wearing a Rolex. “Holy shit, this cat’s got a big-ass watch, he’s wearing a tuxedo, and he’s smoking the fattest cigar I’ve ever […] The post Adult Man Genuinely Inspired By AI Video Of Lion Wearing Rolex appeared first on The Onion.
Weakening Wednesday – FOMC Edition
5 and a half hours to Warsh! Why should one man have so much power? Powell and Yellen gave us transparency and even Bernanke was more transparent than Greenspan, who redefined opacity as a concept for 20 years. Now Warsh wants to bring opacity back but is that because he thinks we’re better off not […] Source
The Quake Struck Japan. Eighty Minutes Later, a Lethal Explosion.
The powerful earthquake killed at least 13 people, including three at a mall that exploded after the initial shaking.
More than 100 aftershocks hit Japan after powerful quake that killed 13
People are being urged to stay alert, with earthquake aftershocks potentially reaching magnitude 7, officials say
U.S. and Iran resume attacks. And, Fauci to face Senate questions on COVID pandemic
The U.S. and Iran have resumed fighting after Iran attacked U.S. forces in the Middle East yesterday. And, a Senate committee will question Anthony Fauci about the COVID-19 pandemic.
Warsh’s Inflation Problem
Plus: Iran fires missiles at U.S. troops in Jordan, Netanyahu visits the White House, and the Senate confirms Jay Clayton as intelligence chief.
Antisemitic violence reaches deadliest level since 1994, new global report finds
The J7 report reveals 20 people were killed in antisemitic attacks in 2025, marking the deadliest year since 1994 with a 97% rise in violence.
China, Russia, Iran and North Korea form 'axis of aggressors' that could overwhelm US, book warns
A new report documents 616 instances of security cooperation among China, Russia, Iran and North Korea, warning of a dangerous simultaneity problem.
'Machines are collaborators' at this new museum of AI art
"What is beyond reality?" asks artist Refik Anadol. His latest projects include Dataland, an immersive AI art museum in Los Angeles, and an installation at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C.
As extreme heat grips the South and West, here's how to stay safe
Experts say immersion in cold water before an ambulance arrives can greatly increase the chances of heat stroke survival and reduce the risk of long-term complications.
French man discovers 5 dead babies hidden in boxes in his home after argument with wife: prosecutors
A husband in France found five decomposing babies in cardboard boxes after arguing with his wife, who had given birth at home to a baby boy the day before.
How Can Republicans Win in Blue States? Try Collectivism.
In New York, the GOP can contend with the DSA by forming a visible coalition with crossover appeal.
A Socialist Takeover Is Not Imminent
Socialism still isn’t very popular, even among those dissatisfied with our economy.
Opinion | When governing by spreadsheet, numbers become accusations - The Washington Post
Opinion | When governing by spreadsheet, numbers become accusations The Washington Post
FCC bans foreign humanoid robots, expanding campaign against Chinese tech - The Washington Post
FCC bans foreign humanoid robots, expanding campaign against Chinese tech The Washington Post
Iran inmates sew lips shut in mass hunger strike at notorious US-sanctioned jail: report
Over 1,000 inmates at Ghezel Hesar Prison enter a third week of hunger strike against Iran's executions, with some sewing their lips shut in protest.
The Unmaking of Anthony Fauci (shared)
He built an empire. It did not last. When Anthony Fauci arrives on Capitol Hill tomorrow to testify before Congress, he will be trailed by a security detail he’s paying for himself. Fauci has been testifying before the nation’s elected officials for roughly four decades now, since his days at the … Source
Iran Rejects Omani Proposal to Share Strait of Hormuz, Demands More Control
Mediators see Iran’s position on the critical waterway as a setback to efforts to revive U.S.-Iran peace deal.
86 senators vote to move forward with Graham Russia sanctions bill
In a massive show of bipartisanship, 86 senators voted to move forward with a Russia and Iran sanctions bill that had been championed by the late Sen. … Source
Why Europe is warming twice as fast as the global average
The wildfires sweeping France and Spain this week are the largest blazes either country has faced in modern history. This story appeared in Today, Explained, a daily newsletter that helps you understand the most compelling news and stories of the day. Subscribe here. An underappreciated surreality of … Source
The American Commentator Making Excuses for Iran - The Atlantic
The American Commentator Making Excuses for Iran The Atlantic
Heat dome and wildfire smoke to blanket much of US. See map
Dangerously hot conditions will move west across the U.S. this week with temperatures surging to triple digits and an increased risk of wildfires and their accompanying toxic smoke. "A heat dome over the Texas Panhandle will push into the Southwest U.S. late this week," said Chad Merrill, senior … Source
Lake Mead, Lake Powell nearing record low levels, data shows
Hydrologists began warning about the Colorado River basin earlier this year. Water levels at the two largest reservoirs in the country -- Lake Mead … Source
College professor busted 32 out of 35 students using AI on a final — after they all made the same lazy mistake
A professor snuck an extra test into his students’ final exam prompt — and revealed 32 out of his 35 students had used artificial intelligence to … Source
Google scraped the web to build itself. A court just said others can scrape Google.
A judge dismissed Google's DMCA case against scraper SerpApi, ruling search results are public facts. To refile, Google may have to admit how much unlicensed content its own results contain. Google built one of the world’s largest companies by scraping the entire web without asking permission first. … Source
Netanyahu Finds Diminished Welcome From Trump as Iran War Drags On
Before the two leaders met, the Trump administration pressed the Israeli prime minister to show he was serious about advancing peace talks in Lebanon and Gaza.
How Trump Could Declare ‘Bankruptcy’ on Iran
Five ways to lose a war. Hey fam: Get your questions for the next mailbag show in today, please? Leave them in the comments here. As always, my ask is … Source
Iran hangs 2 protesters in public, crowd cries 'dishonorable' as security fires tear gas
Two young men were publicly hanged in Isfahan's Shahid Alikhani Square, prompting onlookers to protest before Iranian security forces fired tear gas.
Deadly French wildfires threaten missile plants, nuclear sites as fourth heatwave looms
Missile factories and nuclear research sites near Bordeaux face evacuation as wildfires scorch over 104,000 acres in France's worst blaze on record.
The Chinese Hand in American Climate Advocacy
Beijing finds a useful tool for undermining U.S. energy dominance in the environmental movement.
Japan mall rebuilt after deadly 2016 earthquake destroyed in major temblor weeks after 'fresh start' reopening
A massive explosion ripped through Aeon Mall in Kumamoto just weeks after its grand reopening, leaving up to 30 employees unaccounted for.
World-famous Catholic shrine torched, 'Devil in a skirt' scrawled on Virgin Mary statue
Surveillance footage shows a man pouring gasoline on the altar at St. James Church as the Medjugorje shrine was vandalized days before a major festival.
Burma approves death penalty for scammers months after FBI's $8 billion crypto crackdown
Burma's new law mandates the death penalty for internet scammers months after the FBI's $8 billion Bitcoin seizure from a criminal network.
LeBron James: ‘I Will Never Forget My Los Angeles Roots’
The post LeBron James: ‘I Will Never Forget My Los Angeles Roots’ appeared first on The Onion.
Ryan Gosling Joins MCU To Take On Role Of Stan Lee Cameos
LOS ANGELES—In an announcement that led fans to praise the “perfect casting,” actor Ryan Gosling confirmed Tuesday that he was officially joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the role of Stan Lee cameos. “As a lifelong fan of the comics, it’s an honor to take on the mantle of my favorite MCU character, Stanley Lieber, […] The post Ryan Gosling Joins MCU To Take On Role Of Stan Lee Cameos appeared first on The Onion.
‘We’ll Keep It Down,’ Man Says To Neighbor Before Going Back To Playing ‘DDR’ Alone In Apartment
MORRO BAY, CA—Peeking out through the doorway to address the complaints, local man Hugh Montgomery reportedly said, “We’ll keep it down,” to neighbor Grace Martinez on Monday evening before going back to playing Dance Dance Revolution alone in his apartment. “Yeah, I get that it’s late—we’re really sorry about the racket,” said the sweaty, red-faced […] The post ‘We’ll Keep It Down,’ Man Says To Neighbor Before Going Back To Playing ‘DDR’ Alone In Apartment appeared first on The Onion.
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