Max Miller, Accused of Abuse, Is Not Stepping Aside. Here’s What We Know.
The Ohio Republican who is seeking a third term defiantly denied domestic abuse allegations ahead of a deadline to replace him on the ballot.
Republican Holdouts Say They’ll Back Blanche After Assurances on I.R.S. Deal
Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis expressed support after Todd Blanche, the acting attorney general, issued a memo abandoning part of a deal the Justice Department had struck with President Trump.
Philippines' Eala wins first WTA title, Fritz claims Washington crown - Reuters
Philippines' Eala wins first WTA title, Fritz claims Washington crown Reuters
Trump Baselessly Claims He Is Viral 40-Pound Tabby Cat Named Daddy Cinnamon
WASHINGTON—Promoting the unfounded assertion in an effort to improve his polling, President Donald Trump baselessly claimed during a White House press conference Monday that he was a viral 40-pound tabby cat named “Daddy Cinnamon.” “Yes, that’s right, folks—I’m the adorable, adorable fluffy furball who has been crawling all over your social media feeds,” the commander-in-chief […] The post Trump Baselessly Claims He Is Viral 40-Pound Tabby Cat Named Daddy Cinnamon appeared first on The Onion.
US reports first two deaths linked to 'explosive diarrhoea' outbreak
The illness caused by parasitic infection that spreads through contaminated food or water is not generally life-threatening, health officials say.
Brown University president to step down after 15 years
Brown University President Christina Paxson said Monday she will step down at the end of the academic year, after she oversaw negotiations with the Trump administration over the past 18 months. Paxson, who started her tenure in 2012, said stepping down is the “right decision” for her and her family and the “best path” forward…
Meta, Anthropic invited to meet with Trump officials about AI safety testing - Reuters
Meta, Anthropic invited to meet with Trump officials about AI safety testing Reuters
Iran says it is in talks with Oman but not the US after Trump says negotiations to resume
Iran's remarks that there were no talks with the US prompts Donald Trump to issue a strong condemnation of its leadership.
Democratic US states sue to challenge Trump's latest tariffs - Reuters
Democratic US states sue to challenge Trump's latest tariffs Reuters
Two die as cases of 'explosive diarrhoea' infection surge in US state
Two people have died in the US after being affected by the cyclospora outbreak that often causes "explosive diarrhoea".
Ripple effects: After Hearn, three others have their Reflecting Pool charges dropped
Prosecutors dropped their case against David Hearn on Friday, blaming Reflecting Pool damage on a "botched installation" rather than vandalism. That has implications for other people who were charged.
Trump says Iran facing ‘last chance’ before ‘decapitation’
President Trump on Monday warned that it was Iran’s “last chance” to make a peace deal with the U.S. or face “decapitation” as he touted the most recent talks with Tehran. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump said the discussions with Iran are “not very complex” and “going to go quickly” this time around, claiming…
Inside a Venezuelan Political Prison: False Identities and Kangaroo Courts
An invented name, recycled evidence, and an openly lawless proceeding kept prisoners guessing. The clearest signs of release were extra food, sunlight, and medical attention.
Trump: Pirro ‘choked,’ ‘folded like an umbrella’ in Reflecting Pool case
President Trump said U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro “choked” in her decision to drop charges against U.S. Olympian David Hearn in the Reflecting Pool vandalism case, casting blame on the judge overseeing the case. “The judge was extremely unfriendly to Jeanine, and frankly, I think she choked because the judge was really vicious,” Trump told reporters…
Read: Ethics Committee report finds Edwards violated ‘spirit’ of sexual harassment rules
The House Ethics Committee on Monday recommended Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) be formally censured by the full House because he had violated “the spirit” of the chamber’s rules against sexual harassment and unwanted advances. The report from the committee said Edwards, who is married, had engaged in “highly unprofessional” conduct with two members of his…
California Democrats Support Billionaire Tax, but Infighting Lingers
Leaders of the state Democratic Party endorsed the ballot measure slated for November, but the party remains far from united on the issue as Democrats nationwide grapple with a growing wealth gap.
Michigan reports first US deaths in cyclosporiasis outbreak - Reuters
Michigan reports first US deaths in cyclosporiasis outbreak Reuters
Documents Undercut Trump’s Claims About Bears Ears National Monument
President Trump said recreation in Bears Ears National Monument was virtually impossible. Documents reviewed by The New York Times show officials knew otherwise.
Our Friend with the "Attractive, Busty Jewess" Problem Drops Case Against Harvard Rather Than Naming Himself
Readers of the blog may recall a certain John Doe who is suing Penn, Dartmouth, Harvard, and Berkeley for alleged… The post Our Friend with the "Attractive, Busty Jewess" Problem Drops Case Against Harvard Rather Than Naming Himself appeared first on Reason.com.
With U.S. doors shutting, Cubans turn to Brazil for asylum
For years, many Cubans hoping to leave the island looked to the United States. Now, with legal pathways largely closed, a growing number are heading to Brazil instead.
Ships Can’t Move and Power Plants Shut Down as Drought Saps Europe’s Rivers
Prolonged dry spell poses a challenge to the region’s already stressed economy.
Prosecutor in D.C. Moves to Dismiss More Reflecting Pool Cases
After revelations that a botched renovation, not vandalism, had caused the pool’s recent problems, the U.S. attorney’s office has dropped several prosecutions.
How Democratic Socialists Are Wrestling With Their Next Moves
After notching primary victories, D.S.A. members in Chicago debated whether socialist candidates should be free to distance themselves from goals like abolishing prisons as they chase more seats this fall.
Live updates: Trump rips into Pirro over Reflecting Pool case; Cornyn backs Blanche’s confirmation
President Trump ripped into District of Columbia U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro on Monday, repeatedly saying he was “disappointed” that the criminal case over vandalism at the Reflecting Pool was dropped. Insisting that the pool was vandalized, though acknowledging there were contractor issues, Trump said Pirro “choked.” He added that talks with Iran “are going along.”…
Photos: Wildfires in Spokane lead to thousands of evacuations
Wildfires in Spokane have destroyed hundreds of homes and led to evacuation orders for 60,000 people.
Journal of Free Speech Law: "Positive Obligations, Hate Speech, and the Reconfiguration of Free Expression at the European Court of Human Rights," by Natalie Alkiviadou
The article is here; the Abstract: This paper examines how the European Court of Human Rights' (ECtHR or Court) hate… The post Journal of Free Speech Law: "Positive Obligations, Hate Speech, and the Reconfiguration of Free Expression at the European Court of Human Rights," by Natalie Alkiviadou appeared first on Reason.com.
Ethics panel says Rep. Chuck Edwards violated ‘spirit’ of sexual harassment policies, recommends censure
The House Ethics Committee announced Monday that it had found Rep. Chuck Edwards’s (R-N.C.) conduct with two young staff members had violated “the spirit” of the chamber’s rules against sexual harassment and unwanted advances and recommended he be formally censured by the full House. Edwards, who is married, had engaged in “highly unprofessional” conduct with…
US FAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7 in win for planemaker - Reuters
US FAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7 in win for planemaker Reuters
Zelenskiy dismisses Ukraine's ambassador to US - Reuters
Zelenskiy dismisses Ukraine's ambassador to US Reuters
Meet the Rabbi Leading Iran’s Thousands of Jews
Yehuda Gerami walks a line between politics and religion, trying to maintain one of the world’s oldest Jewish communities.
Todd Blanche's Concessions Underline the Flagrant Phoniness of Trump's IRS 'Settlement'
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche
Russia says seven killed and 40 injured by Ukrainian drone hitting busy beach
Three children were killed when the drone crashed at a popular resort on the Black Sea.
Chevron awards staff special bonus following earnings blowout - Reuters
Chevron awards staff special bonus following earnings blowout Reuters
For Trump, the Year Is Always 2020
President Trump insists on revisiting and rewriting much of what happened six years ago, including the coronavirus pandemic and the election he lost. Many voters would rather he focus on 2026.
Vampire fan given hospital order after putting animal body parts in churches
A man who put deer heads and slaughtered lambs with inverted crosses at churches in the New Forest has been detained under the Mental Health Act.
Rep. Max Miller: ‘I Refuse To Resign Over What My Wife Made Me Do’
The post Rep. Max Miller: ‘I Refuse To Resign Over What My Wife Made Me Do’ appeared first on The Onion.
Two people in Michigan have died after becoming ill with cyclosporiasis
They are the first reported deaths linked to a massive outbreak of the intestinal illness that began in May.
Gordon-Darby Renews Attempt to Commandeer New Hampshire Through the Clean Air Act
A renewed suit seeking to leverage the Clean Air Act in pursuit of lucrative government contracts.
Iran reaffirms support for Hamas as Trump pushes to disarm terror group
Iran's president pledged continued support to Hamas' new leader even as Trump promotes his landmark Gaza disarmament deal and Board of Peace roadmap.
Rhine falls to record low levels as drought strains Europe's rivers
Low water levels in the Rhine, Danube and Po have curtailed the transport of goods and reduced electricity output.
Jay Clayton sworn in as U.S. director of national intelligence - Reuters
Jay Clayton sworn in as U.S. director of national intelligence Reuters
Amicus Brief in Suncor Energy v. County Commissioners of Boulder County
In the upcoming climate change case the Supreme Court should reject the industry and Trump Administration arguments for preemption-by-penumbra.
2026 Volkswagen Jetta Sport: The cheap car isn't completely extinct yet
At $25,305, you won't find many new cars for less. But you get what you pay for.
Thousands attend wake for 'trailblazer' Oscar-winning actor and singer
Thousands of people filled the streets in Dublin to pay tribute to singer and actor Glen Hansard.
Schools Owe No Legal Duty "to Former Students to Investigate Allegations of Past Abuse,"
court holds in Speedway Bomber Brett Kimberlin's lawsuit.
Threat to oil tankers in Middle East worst since start of Iran war, analysts say
Fresh attacks on alternative shipping routes have left tankers facing an increasingly complex situation, analysts say.
Russian anti-war politician says he has fled the country
Boris Nadezhdin, who was recently designated as a foreign agent, posted a video in front of the Eiffel Tower.
Author of Democrats’ 2024 Autopsy Says Party Left Out Key Chapter
A dispute over the chapter between the author and the Democratic National Committee has added to the party’s turmoil as it tries to look forward, not backward.
'Frighteningly stupid': Man jailed after falsely claiming electric car was out of control on motorway
A motorist who drove at high speeds and falsely claimed his electric Jaguar would not brake in an attempt to avoid paying his car finance has been jailed.
Powerball By The Numbers
Many U.S.-based players have reportedly stopped purchasing Powerball tickets in spite of a growing jackpot, believing the odds of winning have plummeted amid the multistate lottery game’s recent expansion into the U.K. The Onion examines the key facts and figures behind Powerball. 1.2 Average number of years until winners miserable again 26 Brood size of […] The post Powerball By The Numbers appeared first on The Onion.
SpaceX is set to acquire 130,000 acres of marshland in southern Louisiana
A Louisiana launch site would offer several significant advantages.
Washington wildfires destroy homes, force thousands to evacuate
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown says nearly half of the city's neighborhoods have either been evacuated or are at risk as the fires remain uncontained.
Aung San Suu Kyi appears healthy in first confirmed outside contact for 2.5 years
Photos newly released by Myanmar's military government show Suu Kyi meeting with an ICRC official.
U.S. men's national team coach Mauricio Pochettino will stay through 2030 World Cup
Pochettino came on in 2024 to right the ship ahead of this year's World Cup, in which he led the team to a record three wins and helped ignite enthusiasm in millions of fans before a round of 16 exit.
Trump wants the power to stop the public from suing polluters
Trump's DOJ says citizens should no longer be able to enforce environmental laws.
Trump’s Meddling in Justice Dept. Causes Problems of His Own Making
In the past week alone, President Trump’s interference has imperiled one criminal case, set the stage for sanctions in a second and hindered the confirmation chances of his pick for attorney general.
The Iran War Is a Heavy Tax on Our Asian Allies
Sacrificing (even more) global partners on the altar of Donald Trump’s political cowardice.
U.S. Instates Military Wife Draft
WASHINGTON—Pledging to do everything in his power to ensure the mental and physical needs of his troops were being fulfilled, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Thursday that the United States had officially instated a military wife draft. Hegseth told reporters that given the “abysmal” numbers of Americans who voluntarily enlisted to wed U.S. soldiers, he […] The post U.S. Instates Military Wife Draft appeared first on The Onion.
Near Rock Climbing Gym
You’re always talking about joining, so let’s see how truly full of shit you are. Reference #63248 The post Near Rock Climbing Gym appeared first on The Onion.
Thousands of migrants remain in Spanish city after deadly border rush
Thousands of migrants remain in Ceuta after a mass rush from Morocco last week, the enclave's president has said.
Trump’s Posts, Now for Sale
Plus: Trump calls off new strikes on Iran, the Justice Department drops the Reflecting Pool vandalism case, and surfing dogs.
2026 Stock Research Guide for Self-Directed Investors
Most of the financial news you consume isn't designed to make you money; it's often designed to provide liquidity for the institutions already... Source
Red Cross Meeting With Suu Kyi Follows Family’s Push for Proof of Life
The meeting offers evidence that the former leader is alive despite concerns from her supporters about her health.
Summertime Blues Hit China’s Factories
Beijing has signaled little appetite for major stimulus despite a slowdown in economic momentum.
For those with criminal records, AI is breaking down barriers to employment
Tens of millions of Americans have criminal records that can be barriers to employment. An AI-powered app is helping those eligible to expunge their records at a pace not seen before.
Rare photos of ex-Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi give her family hope
Kim Aris, son of Aung San Suu Kyi, told NPR that photographs of his mother meeting a foreign official gave him "a reason to hope" for the first time since the military coup that ousted her in 2021.
Two workers killed in blast after re-entering quake-hit Japan mall on boss' order
The two women's employer has apologised for sending them back to Aeon Mall to secure cash.
Infantino opponents threaten 'non co-operation' with Fifa
Opponents of Fifa president Gianni Infantino are threatening "non co-operation" with the governing body unless he steps down, according to senior Uefa sources.
US and Japan take action to prop up yen in rare joint move
Both countries have said that they will not hesitate to conduct joint interventions in the future.
'Truly exceptional': England and Wales see driest July on record, provisional figures show
England and Wales have seen their driest July on record, provisional Met Office figures show.
Woman who stole £300k from pensioner before Sky News tracked her down in Tenerife is jailed
A fugitive fraudster who Sky News confronted in Tenerife has been jailed.
The Two Types of History
What the ‘Rest Is History’ festival in England teaches us about how to see the past.
Jordan Is Learning Its U.S. Alliance Has a Price in the Iran War
The kingdom has become a target for Tehran as the U.S. relies more on its desert bases.
Scientists Tested 17 Human Artery Samples – And Found Microplastics in Every Single One
With microplastics (plastic fragments less than 5 mm or 0.2 inches in size) being discovered in multiple parts of the body – including bones and the … Source
‘Oh’: Onlookers shocked after ‘communist’ Trump makes disturbing admission
President Donald Trump shocked onlookers on Sunday while speaking with reporters on Air Force One. On the flight home from New Jersey, where Trump, … Source
Oil prices drop after Trump orders US forces to hold off on new strikes against Iran
NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices fell sharply Sunday after President Donald Trump said he would order U.S. forces to hold off on new strikes against Iran, claiming that a deal to end the fighting in the Middle East was near. A resolution to the conflict, which has lasted more than five months, could give … Source
‘Horrific’ abuse revealed after Trump DOJ drops ‘botched’ indictment: expert
The Trump Department of Justice revealed something truly horrifying about itself last week after it dropped a "botched" indictment, according to one … Source
The Deception Industry: How AI Turned Fraud Into a Market With Salaries, Pricing Models, and KPIs
There is an industry that has pricing plans, monthly subscriptions, HR departments, performance reviews, KPIs, and AI copilots. It generated more … Source
Hackers are going after our water now — over 30 Minnesota utilities hit in coordinated cyberattack by apparent Iranian attackers
More than 30 community water systems across Minnesota were hit by a coordinated cyberattack, targeting the operational technology running pumps, … Source
The $1.2 Trillion Reason Scott Bessent Just Bought Japanese Yen
Financial markets are tightly connected, even when those connections aren’t obvious. A currency move in Tokyo can ripple into mortgage rates in … Source
Ukraine seeks more US Patriot interceptors as bomb shelter probe deepens
A former Ukrainian official describes "scandalous situations" in bomb shelters as Volodymyr Zelenskyy pushes partners for 300 Patriot interceptors.
At least 72 dead amid mass migrant rush to storm Spanish enclave of Ceuta sparking border crisis
At least 72 migrants are dead as Spain searches for more victims and a deadly border crossing sparks renewed political tensions across Europe.
Melatonin vs. magnesium: Which is better for your sleep? - The Washington Post
Melatonin vs. magnesium: Which is better for your sleep? The Washington Post
7 U.S. ice cream shops to build a vacation around - The Washington Post
7 U.S. ice cream shops to build a vacation around The Washington Post
Spitting Attacks Show Rise of Anti-Christian Hate in Israel
Negative attitudes toward Christianity are becoming more common among young Israelis.
How rogue officers turned a nationwide camera network into a tool for stalking - The Washington Post
How rogue officers turned a nationwide camera network into a tool for stalking The Washington Post
The intense pressure facing Fauci, as GOP lawmakers push for his jailing - The Washington Post
The intense pressure facing Fauci, as GOP lawmakers push for his jailing The Washington Post
Mayor calls upscale restaurant bombing a 'brutal terrorist act' after 3 killed, 21 injured
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin vowed to hunt down those responsible after a body-worn bomb detonated at an upscale restaurant on Saturday killing three.
Gulf States Pressed Trump to Hold Off on Iran Strikes and Pursue Talks
The president called off a planned attack late Saturday. Tehran has signaled openness to a new plan to open Strait of Hormuz, mediators said.
Satellite images show evidence of oil leak spreading from sanctioned vessel near Oman
The Caroline Bezengi, reportedly carrying over 800,000 barrels of Russian crude, is leaking oil into a marine reserve home to endangered wildlife off Oman's coast.
OPEC, Allies Increase Oil Output for Sixth Time in a Row
The cartel nears the end of a cycle of production hikes, while potentially difficult talks over future quotas loom.
Israeli orphans of fallen heroes find pride, connection on US journey
A young Oct. 7 hostage survivor shared his story with fellow bereaved children during the IDF Widows & Orphans Organization's Bar/Bat Mitzvah trip.
US companies win billions in African data center deals in direct competition with China
From Lesotho to Gabon, American firms are winning AI data center and power contracts worth billions as the U.S.-China trade war intensifies in Africa.
Famed mountaineer Nirmal Purja, 43, among 10 climbers killed after avalanche in Pakistan
Nirmal Purja was leading climbers up Broad Peak in Pakistan when a deadly avalanche struck the Karakoram expedition, killing all 10 members of the group.
State Department raises travel warning for part of Spain as migrant surge sparks military deployment
Tens of thousands of migrants surged into Spain's Ceuta from Morocco, prompting a military deployment and a new State Department travel advisory.
Here's how engineers plan to save the satellite sent to save NASA's Swift mission
"We believe that a capture of Swift, an attempted capture of Swift, is very much in the cards."
U.S. general warns Pentagon he lacks sufficient forces to protect Israel - The Washington Post
U.S. general warns Pentagon he lacks sufficient forces to protect Israel The Washington Post
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