FCC’s Brendan Carr warns broadcasters against covering fake polls - The Washington Post
FCC’s Brendan Carr warns broadcasters against covering fake polls The Washington Post
Vivek Ramaswamy Is Defending Controversial Ad With Amy Acton's Mother
A YouTube thumbnail showing Robby Soave and Amber Duke on a background showing Amy Acton and Vivek Ramaswamy
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow Big Bend border wall construction
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Wednesday to clear the way for border wall construction to resume around Texas’s Big Bend region. Solicitor General D. John Sauer called a lower judge’s block on the construction “baseless” and said it disrupts the government’s ability to secure a quarter of the southern border. “Such judicial…
Watch live: Trump rallies with Graham in South Carolina
President Trump will rally with Sen. Darline Graham (R) in South Carolina on Wednesday night, seeking to boost a political newcomer he personally backed to replace her brother. Graham is favored to win the race, but faces a surprisingly strong challenge from Democrat Annie Andrews, a pediatrician. The Cook Political Report shifted the race from…
Opinion | This polling issue made 2016 a surprise. It’s back for the Senate races. - The Washington Post
Opinion | This polling issue made 2016 a surprise. It’s back for the Senate races. The Washington Post
Poll: Voters want Congress to be a check on Trump, trust Democrats more on issues
A new poll shows record support for Democratic congressional candidates ahead of the midterms, as voters feel the party is better attuned to handling their top issues.
Meta ordered to pay $25 billion to New Mexico after jury finds company misled consumers about data privacy - Reuters
Meta ordered to pay $25 billion to New Mexico after jury finds company misled consumers about data privacy Reuters
Flanagan reverses course, says she was a Phi Beta Kappa member after all
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan’s (D) campaign is walking back its account of her college academic honors, confirming she was in fact a member of Phi Beta Kappa after initially stating she had never joined the prestigious honor society due to membership costs. “I can verify that Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan is a member of…
Russia sending first diesel shipment to US on Thursday
Russia is going to send its first tanker with diesel to the U.S. on Thursday, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said. According to a Reuters report citing the RIA news agency and other media, Novak said Wednesday the vessel will carry 40,000 metric tons of fuel. “Additional shipments will follow, of course. There were…
Ohio GOP senator: ‘I would not have run’ Ramaswamy ad
Ohio Sen. Jon Husted (R) pushed back on a controversial campaign ad run by Ohio gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy (R) featuring his opponent’s mother. In a statement to The Associated Press on Wednesday, Husted said he “would not have run” the ad. The video, which initially debuted online, features the mother of Ramaswamy’s opponent, Amy…
Meta Raises Its A.I. Spending, Even as Cash Pressures Grow
The spending is having an effect on the Silicon Valley giant’s cash flow, as Meta continues investing to lead in the technology.
Russia frees U.S. citizen as Kremlin maneuvers to show goodwill to Trump - The Washington Post
Russia frees U.S. citizen as Kremlin maneuvers to show goodwill to Trump The Washington Post
Abdul El-Sayed Confronts Attacks on His Faith and Family Ties
In the final weeks of Michigan’s Senate race, the Democratic nominee finds himself facing both ugly attacks and pointed questions about family members. He has pushed back forcefully.
Ex-prosecutor charged with treason in Mexico over US drug raid
César Jáuregui Moreno is accused of allowing US agents to join a raid on a suspected drugs lab in April.
Trump links Russia sanctions waiver to release of jailed American
President Trump said Wednesday his success in freeing an American wrongly imprisoned in Russia was related to his much-criticized decision to hold back on imposing sanctions on Russia aimed at strangling its ability to wage war in Ukraine. While acknowledging the trade-off, Trump insisted the U.S. “was not required to give anything in return” for…
Cook Political Report polls find Democrats leading three critical Senate races
Polling numbers from nonpartisan election handicapper Cook Political Report released Wednesday found Democrats leading in three seats critical to retaking the Senate majority in November. The survey, conducted in concert with Democratic firm New River Strategies and Republican firm GS Strategy Group, placed Democrats ahead in the Texas, Iowa and Ohio Senate races. The party’s…
EXCLUSIVE: US orders departure of diplomats from Saudi Arabia amid Houthi strikes - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: US orders departure of diplomats from Saudi Arabia amid Houthi strikes Reuters
What’s With Donald Trump’s Man Jokes?
Gay jokes are supposed to be out of bounds. Someone should tell the White House.
Pope does not need further treatment after lung cancer surgery
Test results have confirmed his diagnosis as a lung adenocarcinoma that was localised.
Prosecution for Threatening to Cut President's Face Off and Feed It to Stray Dogs Can Go to Jury
U.S. v. Santiago, decided Monday by Judge Chad Meredith (E.D. Ky.), involves this Instagram post: Santiago is being prosecuted for… The post Prosecution for Threatening to Cut President's Face Off and Feed It to Stray Dogs Can Go to Jury appeared first on Reason Magazine.
Meet the people moving north to escape increasingly hot summers
As climate change fuels hotter summers, some Britons are moving north in search of cooler weather. Could a similar shift be on the horizon in the United States?
Rosenberg: US diplomatic push offers little hope for imminent Ukraine peace
Russia's President Putin does not feel under pressure right now to end the war.
Nine Ebola Cases Have Kenya Holding Its Breath
Health authorities are waiting to see whether their swift quarantine actions were enough to prevent a full-blown outbreak.
Top 2 Democrats on Intel say they're preparing for Trump to claim foreign meddling
The top Democrats on the House and Senate intelligence committees said they are working under the presumption that the president will seek to justify election interference by alleging fraud.
The new human-crafted Apple Music brand matters in an AI world
Opinion: In a world of AI slop, showing the human hands making things helps.
Witkoff’s Praise of Putin as ‘Humanitarian’ Tracks With U.S. Approach to Russia
The U.S. envoy’s remarks in Russia sparked fury among Ukraine’s supporters, but they follow President Trump’s strategy for ending the Ukraine war.
Ukraine's Zelenskiy hopes for new talks with Russia, US by early November - Reuters
Ukraine's Zelenskiy hopes for new talks with Russia, US by early November Reuters
Nigeria's first Ebola patient holidayed in Uganda, officials say
The wife of a diplomat based in Abuja travelled to Kampala for a vacation.
A Free Speech Group at Columbia Canceled an Event About Free Speech Over 'Cornell 7' Article Controversy
Campus building at Columbia
"The Three Words That Explain American Government: 'Right to Sue,'" by Stanford Law Prof. Diego Zambrano
I read and much enjoyed—and highly recommend—my Stanford colleague Diego Zambrano's book, How Americans Enforce the Law. He was kind… The post "The Three Words That Explain American Government: 'Right to Sue,'" by Stanford Law Prof. Diego Zambrano appeared first on Reason Magazine.
Congressional Candidate Brad Lander Says Israeli Military Detained Him in West Bank
The New York City Democrat was in the occupied territory accompanying Palestinians during an olive harvest.
RIP BioWare: EA shuts down storied RPG studio after over three decades
Next Mass Effect project canceled as parent company lays off 400.
Football regulator to address EFL clubs as quest for deal goes on
The head of English football's watchdog will address the 72 clubs below the top flight on Thursday as the quest for a financial redistribution deal with the Premier League continues.
Russia Releases American Stephen Hubbard From Prison, State Media Reports
The move buys good will with President Trump while costing the President Vladimir V. Putin — who is wanted for war crimes — little.
Texas School Police Referred Tens of Thousands of Children to Prosecutors for Minor Misbehavior
An illustration of a police officer standing in front of a school bus and a school
OpenAI's latest AI models are coming to Google Cloud and Antigravity
Google Cloud will have GPT 6.1 Astra, Sol, and Luna in the coming weeks.
Planned Parenthood chapter fired workers for opposing 'mission drift,' lawsuit claims - Reuters
Planned Parenthood chapter fired workers for opposing 'mission drift,' lawsuit claims Reuters
Skrmetti, Mahmoud, and B.P.J v. Bostock and Kingdom
The Court seems concerned enough about transitioning children but not adult (prisoners).
Bibas family relative takes fight to ICC after mother, two young boys murdered by Hamas
A relative of murdered mother Shiri Bibas and her sons Kfir and Ariel is pressing the ICC to act against Iranian leaders after the family’s devastating losses in the Oct. 7 attacks.
Report: Musk ordered Starlink slowdown in Ukraine, then blamed it on Trump
Musk and Trump both denied ordering Starlink slowdown. WSJ reports it was Musk.
Judge rejects Trump’s wild claim EPA can dismiss data center pollution lawsuits
Trump’s EPA can't unilaterally dismiss SpaceXAI pollution lawsuit, court rules.
'Targeted' attack on much-loved MP leaves Australian town heartbroken
Locals describe the MP, who had to have both legs amputated, as a genuinely kind person who fought for the community.
Does opting out of smart TV tracking work? Research finds “suspicious” traffic.
OS operators throwing out that data is "unlikely," research author tells Ars.
Elon Musk’s Starlink Speed Cap Has Scrambled Ukraine’s Defenses
A slowdown in Ukraine’s military version of Starlink ordered by Musk is hurting Kyiv’s ability to stop Russian attacks.
Nuclear Power Now Has Bipartisan Support
Cooling towers from a nuclear power plant, with a blue and red bisected background
Supreme Court won't allow Trump administration restrictions on transgender inmates - Reuters
Supreme Court won't allow Trump administration restrictions on transgender inmates Reuters
When Starshield Cut Out, Ukrainian Drones Fell From the Skies
Ukraine says it still doesn’t know why the military satellite internet service, a sister to Starlink, was abruptly throttled, leaving troops vulnerable to Russian attacks.
Democrats press for more information about newly revealed ballroom donors - The Washington Post
Democrats press for more information about newly revealed ballroom donors The Washington Post
This movie is garnering acclaim. How the filmmaker wrote its stunning last line. - The Washington Post
This movie is garnering acclaim. How the filmmaker wrote its stunning last line. The Washington Post
Family of prison officer killed by IRA receives state apology
Brian Stack was crossing a street in Dublin in 1983 when he was shot in the back of the neck and died 18 months later.
What We Saw at Fast-Track Trials of Riot Suspects in France
At the Tribunal de Paris, judges have supervised a carousel of expedited and often chaotic hearings for those detained during recent unrest.
SpaceX to attempt Starship catch on next flight, with eye on rapid cadence increase
"We have had significant constructive engagement with the FAA."
What Putin Gains From Releasing an American Prisoner
After Russia released an American prisoner, President Trump’s special envoy praised President Vladimir V. Putin as “a humanitarian.” Our White House and national security correspondent, David E. Sanger, describes how the release comes amid Mr. Trump’s broader shift toward Russia and away from Ukraine.
Fired General Warned Of Missile Shortages Before Iran War
Gen. Randy George, the Army chief of staff since ousted by Defense Secretary Hegseth, warned of critically low stockpiles of U.S. interceptor missiles two months before the Iran War started, estimating the shortage would last until 2030. What do you think? The post Fired General Warned Of Missile Shortages Before Iran War appeared first on The Onion.
How Trump's attacks on voting system integrity might affect upcoming elections
Election law expert Rick Hasen explains Trump's interference in the midterms, including threatening local officials with criminal prosecution unless they strike alleged noncitizens from voter rolls.
Why local officials are feeling 'on edge' as election day approaches
Al Schmidt is the chief election official in the state of Pennsylvania. President Trump's insults put him in danger during the 2020 ballot count. Now Schmidt talks about preparing for the midterms.
Explainer: What is PHP and why did it take government websites offline? - Reuters
Explainer: What is PHP and why did it take government websites offline? Reuters
New human data hints at psychedelics' potential to combat inflammation
Lab studies have shown that psychedelics like psilocybin can lower inflammation and may be protective for a range of illnesses. Now, researchers are publishing some of the first data in humans that signals this holds potential for patients with neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's disease.
Are Trump’s Rallies MAGA’s Last Gasp?
The president’s packed campaign schedule is part vanity tour, part eleventh-hour rescue mission.
Sentenced to death at 17, at 68, quilt artist receives solo museum exhibition
A quilt artist who spent decades on death row now has his first solo exhibit at the Grand Rapids Art Museum.
The $15 billion ad-powered AI startup your doctor may already be using
OpenEvidence is booming despite questions about accuracy and ads.
Diagram Of A Patriot’s Brain
Beyond its laws and leaders, what has allowed the United States to prosper for so long is the unique physiology of its most ardent citizens. Here is a complete diagram of a patriot's brain. The post Diagram Of A Patriot’s Brain appeared first on The Onion.
Whoever Says My Name On TV Gets My Vote
With the election fast approaching, the stakes for democracy couldn’t be clearer. We’re deciding the fate of our country for the next two years. Because of that, some voters will base their decisions purely on party. Others have specific issues in mind. But for me there’s only one issue that matters: hearing my name said […] The post Whoever Says My Name On TV Gets My Vote appeared first on The Onion.
Inside the World of ‘Dark Nutrition’
More Americans are rejecting everything they’ve been taught about food.
Phoebe Bridgers Sends Warning To Fans By Executing Phone On Stage
SALT LAKE CITY—Emphasizing that the ban on electronic recording devices was a rule, not a suggestion, singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers reportedly sent a warning to fans at the Delta Center on Wednesday by executing a phone on stage. “Well, well, well, what do we have here?” said Bridgers, holding up the contraband Samsung Galaxy S she […] The post Phoebe Bridgers Sends Warning To Fans By Executing Phone On Stage appeared first on The Onion.
A Billionaire Wanted a Trump Pardon. His Family Gave Alina Habba a $50 Million Deal.
Julio Herrera Velutini, a prominent Venezuelan, was seeking clemency. He got it not long after his daughter gave Ms. Habba, a lawyer close to President Trump, an extraordinarily lucrative job.
Macron accuses foreign leaders of exploiting French riots
The comment is an apparent swipe at Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump, who both face elections in coming weeks.
Executive Order Designates Shaking Empty Beer Can At Wife As Official Language Of U.S.
WASHINGTON—In a new attempt to promote efficiency and unity in the way the Americans communicate, President Donald Trump issued an executive order Wednesday that designated shaking an empty beer can at one’s wife as the official language of the United States. “With the overwhelming majority of Americans fluent in waving an empty beer can at […] The post Executive Order Designates Shaking Empty Beer Can At Wife As Official Language Of U.S. appeared first on The Onion.
Fans Worry Achilles Tear May Not Be End Of Ben Simmons’ Career
The post Fans Worry Achilles Tear May Not Be End Of Ben Simmons’ Career appeared first on The Onion.
Israel detains dozens of Americans, including a congressional candidate, in West Bank
Democratic congressional candidate Brad Lander along with about 80 American and Israeli rabbis and activists were helping Palestinian olive harvesters when they were detained by Israeli forces.
Vital clues could help predict prostate cancer years in advance
Scientists have found clues that could help predict who will develop aggressive prostate cancer many years in advance.
World War Wednesday – Elon Musk Decides Who Lives and Who Dies
By Hunter AGI SI for PhilStockWorld.com The most important question in Washington this morning is not whether Elon Musk is worth a trillion dollars. It is whether the United States government can still tell him no. Not suggest. Not negotiate. Not send a worried deputy assistant secretary to establish a productive dialogue with the trillionaire’s […] Source
More arrests made over death of Manchester woman
Three more people have been arrested over the death of Alisha Samuels in Manchester.
The past, present, and future share a show floor at Pinball Expo 2026
Flipping through the highlights in and around Pinball Expo 2026.
Canadian Officers Don’t Want to Serve in the U.S. Anymore - The Atlantic
Canadian Officers Don’t Want to Serve in the U.S. Anymore The Atlantic
Critical incident at NHS trust ends but patients still face 'long waits'
A critical incident at a NHS Trust has ended after the number of people waiting for assessment in A&E "dropped significantly" - but hospital bosses warned patients still face "long waits".
Jailed former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson accused of rape inside Parliament - reports
Police are investigating former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson over an allegation that he raped a woman in the Houses of Parliament, the PA news agency reports.
Will Alaska End Ranked-Choice Voting?
Plus: Home sales and new construction slump, Elon Musk ordered Ukraine’s Starshield speed cap, and Trevor Milton has a plane to sell you.
Chinese AI Tool Linked to Hacks in Japan
Around 80 Japanese companies were targeted from overseas in hacks that bore digital traces of Artex, an AI agent developed in China.
How new and refurbished arenas and stadiums are shutting out loyal sports fans
PHILADELPHIA — A few months before basketball superstar LeBron James made his decision to join the 76ers, season ticket holder Aaron Selkow was also … Source
Trump Blows Up at Reporters in Oval Office: ‘You Better Be Careful’
Donald Trump has spent the months ahead of the midterm elections reaffirming his opposition to the free press, and he’s only growing more combative … Source
AI fraud may be exposing a blind spot Wall Street can’t afford
AI can now fake the people you trust. Banks are figuring out what to do about it. In early 2024, an employee at global engineering firm Arup joined a … Source
How the GOP Could Lose Texas
DALLAS — John Berry, a Republican county chairman from Jacksboro, Texas, had a blunt explanation for his decision to show up to this year’s … Source
FAA clears the way for airlines to put Boeing’s long-delayed 737 Max 10 into service
Nearly a decade after Boeing unveiled its largest 737 Max jet, the company has cleared a major hurdle in its effort to bring the plane to airlines. The Federal Aviation Administration approved the Max 10 for passenger service Tuesday, ending years of delays. The 737 Max 10's certification represents … Source
Anthropic’s cloud partnerships are getting messy
Anthropic is having trouble securing enough cloud capacity from AWS, Google, and Microsoft, which increasingly see the Claude maker as a competitor rather than a customer, according to an S-1 filing leaked to The Wall Street Journal. The leaked filing provides more color to the numbers Reuters and … Source
Putin Scrambles to Hide Humiliating Reality
Kremlin broadcasters largely ignored Kyiv’s largest strike in a city close to the strongman’s heart. Russian state television buried news of Ukraine’s … Source
Economics 101, Live From Tulsa! | Interview: Douglas Holtz-Eakin
Plus: Boris Yeltsin and penguin islands.
Pakistan arrests man wanted by US over $126m postage fraud case
Faheem Akram allegedly sold more than 5 million fake postage labels for a fixed price of $2 a piece.
What the French Protests Can Teach Americans
Capitalism isn’t the source of France’s woes, and more government spending is not the solution.
What Texas Media Outlets Aren’t Telling Voters About James Talarico
The Democratic Senate nominee has moderated many of his progressive positions, but you wouldn’t know that from local reporting.
The Election Israel Has Waited Three Years For
For the first time since October 7, Israelis will decide whether their government has done enough to prevent future catastrophes.
Can You Trust Elizabeth Holmes?
‘You Can See Everything’ shows what happens when you get too close to an object of ire.
Terry McLaurin out for rest of season with torn patellar tendon - The Washington Post
Terry McLaurin out for rest of season with torn patellar tendon The Washington Post
More Oil Is Now Coming Out of the Persian Gulf Than Before the Iran War
Experience and big paydays have created a more resilient tanker fleet. Oil traders worry it isn’t sustainable.
Oil Futures Settle Lower in Volatile Session
Oil futures settled lower in a volatile session that saw prices reach multimonth highs before pulling back as traders considered prospects for U.S.-Iran diplomacy amid continuing Middle East supply risks.
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