Trump signs order to remove endangered species protection for grey wolves
The US president says the move will help ranchers, but conservationists say it could derail efforts to recover populations.
What Will Happen to Lindsay Clancy in the Long Term?
Even as a jury failed to reach a verdict in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial, her future is unlikely to include freedom, at least for a long time. But Americans have been divided over the goal of her confinement.
What Led to Maria Bartiromo’s Downfall at Fox News
The network this week took Maria Bartiromo off the air, pulling one of the last hosts whose coverage of Dominion Voting Systems drew an expensive defamation lawsuit.
What the War in Iran Has Cost One Gold Star Family
First Lt. Tyler James Feehan, who was 25, had been deployed to an air base in Jordan when enemy missiles and drones lit up the sky. He is among the 18 Americans who have died since the war began.
In Red States, Law-and-Order Republicans Turn Against Flock Cameras
The governors of Texas and Florida have taken steps to curtail the use of license-plate readers, even as the police say they help with solving crime.
Flee, Hide or Sit Tight? Russians Are on Edge Over Rumors of a Draft.
The Kremlin has denied that a mass mobilization is being prepared, but some military-age men are taking no chances.
Inside the D.O.J.’s Investigation of Fauci and Other Virus Scientists
As Dr. Anthony Fauci has faced public scrutiny from congressional Republicans, the D.O.J. has pursued a quieter and more expansive effort against a wider circle of researchers.
Voters are fed up with data centers. Both parties are trying to cash in for midterms
Democrats and Republicans have found common ground in this campaign season. Both parties have poured millions into ads attacking data centers as the public continues to protest the AI facilities.
Flock cameras draw opposition from across the political spectrum
As political races heat up heading into the midterms, candidates from both parties are increasingly joining the fray to voice concerns over Flock surveillance cameras.
Iranian tanker hit by US attack near Iran's Kharg Island, Tasnim says - reuters.com
Iranian tanker hit by US attack near Iran's Kharg Island, Tasnim says reuters.com
At least two dead in blast at Bolivia military barracks
Authorities fear the death toll in Viacha will rise and warn people to stay away from the barracks due to a risk of further explosions.
How escalating attacks are upending daily life in Kyiv - reuters.com
How escalating attacks are upending daily life in Kyiv reuters.com
Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte posts bail after arrest
Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte has posted bail after order issued for her arrest on charges she publicly threatened to arrange assassination of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and two others.
Philippine VP Duterte posts bail after arrest order for alleged grave threats - reuters.com
Philippine VP Duterte posts bail after arrest order for alleged grave threats reuters.com
The Brick and Mortar University Is Not Dead
The college environment is just as important as book learning.
U.S. Embassy in Havana issues health alert as sanctions limit imports to Cuba - The Washington Post
U.S. Embassy in Havana issues health alert as sanctions limit imports to Cuba The Washington Post
One dead, 11 people missing after mudslide in China's Jiangxi province - reuters.com
One dead, 11 people missing after mudslide in China's Jiangxi province reuters.com
Lindsay Clancy murder trial ends in mistrial despite dramatic appeal from defense - The Washington Post
Lindsay Clancy murder trial ends in mistrial despite dramatic appeal from defense The Washington Post
Sydney sweats in spring hot spell, faces 'extreme' bushfire risk - reuters.com
Sydney sweats in spring hot spell, faces 'extreme' bushfire risk reuters.com
Seattle Times, Newsday sue OpenAI, Microsoft, alleging copyright infringement - reuters.com
Seattle Times, Newsday sue OpenAI, Microsoft, alleging copyright infringement reuters.com
First lady Melania Trump will not attend the Republican midterm convention - The Washington Post
First lady Melania Trump will not attend the Republican midterm convention The Washington Post
Vietnam veterans suing over Trump’s arch seek court block ahead of groundbreaking
The Vietnam War veterans suing over President Trump’s proposed triumphal arch are seeking an emergency court order to block the administration from pursuing its imminent plans to break ground in the Washington D.C. area. Veterans Michael Lemmon, Shaun Byrnes, Jon Gundersen — along with architectural historian Calder Loth — filed their temporary restraining order request…
Explosion kills at least two at military base in Bolivia with 14 missing
At least two people have been killed with 14 missing after an explosion at a military barracks in Bolivia, officials said.
EXCLUSIVE: White House reviews candidates to replace Hegseth deputy Feinberg, sources say - reuters.com
EXCLUSIVE: White House reviews candidates to replace Hegseth deputy Feinberg, sources say reuters.com
In Major Leak Hunt, Pentagon Gives Polygraph Tests to Joint Staff Members
About 50 people were tested, an unparalleled inquiry that comes in the wake of news reports about the war with Iran and the U.S. military’s diminished stocks of munitions.
Why Putin’s Friends Are Now Confronting Him Over the War
The leaders of India and Kazakhstan recently made unusually direct remarks to the Russian president about ending the war.
From cockroach milk to stepping on snakes, Ig Nobel awards celebrates science at its oddest
Cockroach milk, kissing evolution and the underwear soil test were among the unusual real studies honored at the Ig Nobel ceremony in Zurich.
Tetris suggests White House ‘Build the Wall’ game infringes copyright
The Tetris Company appeared to warn the White House Friday that its new online arcade based on President Trump’s policies may constitute copyright infringement. The site, launched Thursday, features games emulating the style of arcade classics. One of these video games, “Build the Wall,” uses mechanics that closely resemble those of Tetris. But in the…
Study reveals pupils most at risk of school suspension and what may help them
School suspensions are associated with a complex combination of socioeconomic disadvantage, special educational needs, peer relationships and students' experiences of school, according to new research from The University of Manchester.
Time Is No Longer on Iran’s Side in the Battle of the Blockades
The U.S. is helping Gulf states move significant amounts of oil out of the region while thwarting Tehran’s shipments.
Diesel hits record $5.85 a gallon as Iran war drags on - The Washington Post
Diesel hits record $5.85 a gallon as Iran war drags on The Washington Post
Migrants spark outrage after video shows baby dolphin beaten during beach celebration
Video from Ceuta shows migrants pulling a dolphin calf from the water and striking it with a stick as outraged residents tried to intervene on the beach.
Federal judge declines to halt firings of Stars and Stripes staffers
A federal judge on Friday declined to stop the Pentagon’s termination of three Stars and Stripes staffers for alleged insubordination, ruling they were not likely to succeed in their claims that the firings violated the First Amendment. Judge Trevor McFadden issued the decision hours after a hearing that focused on whether two of the employees…
Beyond the Basics: Advanced Option Trading Webinars for the 2026 Market
What if the secret to surviving the 2026 market isn't finding the next "sure thing" trade, but rather stopping the hunt for it altogether? Most... Source
In Complex Cases Like Lindsay Clancy’s, a Unanimous Verdict Can Be Hard to Reach
Hung juries are not common, but the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy was emotionally wrenching and uniquely complicated.
Deadly floods of 2021—Researchers identify gaps in hazard mapping
The catastrophic flooding in July 2021 claimed the lives of more than 200 people in Germany and Belgium. The high death toll makes it clear that hazard mapping and risk communication must be improved urgently. Researchers at the University of Potsdam, the Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences, the University of Louvain and Johns Hopkins University analyzed the locations and specific circumstances of 224 deaths. Their findings show that many occurred outside the officially mapped flood hazard zones and that older people were particularly affected. The work is published in the journal Earth's Future.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’s prison release gets moved up - The Washington Post
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’s prison release gets moved up The Washington Post
How are AI chatbots answering voting questions?
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Nearly a third of AI chatbot replies to voting questions inaccurate, outdated: study Artificial intelligence chatbots are becoming a source for voters to ask questions about upcoming elections, but a new study determined nearly a third of AI-generated replies could be inaccurate or outdated. AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File…
U.S. Used Promise of Nvidia Chips to Broker Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Deal
Negotiators offered access to advanced AI hardware to help secure a preliminary agreement last year to end decades of conflict, the latest example of chip diplomacy.
Judge denies bail, orders jail time for ex-Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin
A judge on Friday ordered former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin (R) to serve 60 days in jail without bond after he was arrested on an outstanding warrant in a child support case involving his estranged wife. “He has over and over again demonstrated a complete disregard and utter disrespect for this court,” Judge Angela Johnson…
After 8 years, Europe's BepiColombo mission is on final approach to Mercury
"Fundamentally, we want to learn about the origins of this planet and how it came to be like it is."
Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy murder case, after jury deadlocks
The mistrial now puts the murder case - and Clancy's future - in limbo as to whether she will be held criminally liable in the deaths of her three kids.
Pennsylvania infant’s death confirmed to have been caused by measles
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story Pennsylvania infant confirmed to have died from measles Following vocal skepticism from federal health officials, one of the two suspected measles deaths reported in Pennsylvania last month has been confirmed as being caused by the virus. Sean Rayford, Getty Images…
The U.N. backs a new world map showing Africa in its true relative size
The U.N. has backed a new map showing Africa in its true relative size, with the U.S. standing alone in opposition.
Tarmac talk among dad, daughter pilots stirs debate on family phone plans - The Washington Post
Tarmac talk among dad, daughter pilots stirs debate on family phone plans The Washington Post
Researchers tune into Arctic under-ice sounds and test through-ice communication
Beneath the Arctic Ocean is an orchestra featuring natural and human composers, from cracking sea ice and whistling beluga whales to humming shipping-vessel engines. Researchers from MIT Lincoln Laboratory heard some of this cacophony when analyzing data from commercial off-the-shelf sensors that they integrated and deployed in 2024 during the U.S. Navy's Operation Ice Camp (OIC). This past March, during OIC 2026, the researchers returned to the Arctic with a higher-fidelity version of one of the sensors, a geophone that detects vibrations in the sea ice.
OpenAI agents discussed ways to escape their sandbox on public wiki
In all, 3,700 internal agents posted 18,000 messages discussing cheating on a test.
In ant nervous systems, gene expression may drive rescue behavior
Why do some ants help nestmates in distress while others don't? A research team from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) and Tel Aviv University addressed this question in a new study. The researchers examined worker ants of the species Cataglyphis niger, some of which had shown rescue behavior while others had not. The results, recently published in the Journal of Experimental Biology, suggest that the key difference lies not in body size, morphology or the animals' energy reserves, but in gene activity in the nervous system.
Three hurricanes in Pacific show the power of El Nino
Three hurricanes that are churning in the Pacific represent a level of elevated activity consistent with El Nino.
'Hidden tribunals': Immigration court due process in tumult with new locations
The new effort appears to be another tactic in a broader Trump administration strategy to short-circuit immigrants' already limited due process options in order to speed deportations.
US economy adds 162,000 jobs in August
Welcome to The Hill’s Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story August jobs report beats expectations The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, soaring past expectations and raising the prospect that the Federal Reserve could hike interest rates next month. AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh The unemployment…
New AI tool maps the hidden universe of small molecules
The human body and its gut microbiome produce thousands of small molecules that shape how the body functions—influencing immunity, metabolism and more. Identifying what those molecules actually are has been one of the biomedical sciences' most persistent bottlenecks. More than 80% of compounds detected in a typical biological sample cannot be matched to any known structure using current methods.
Trump offers first comments on Lindsay Clancy case
President Trump responded Friday to a judge’s decision to declare a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, weighing in for the first time on the legal battle that has captured national attention. “It’s a shame. It’s a horrible tragedy,” the president said when asked about Clancy’s case during an executive order signing ceremony in…
University of Cambridge will review 'decision-making and actions' after death of Jason Arday
The University of Cambridge will carry out an independent review to "identify shortcomings" following the death of Professor Jason Arday.
Shoreline scavenger shows biological effects after eating plastic foam
In a paper published in the journal Marine Pollution Bulletin, researchers at Kyushu University report on what happens when wharf roaches, a common shoreline scavenger, eat expanded polystyrene (EPS). Roaches that fed on EPS showed no significant reduction in lifespan, but their guts displayed altered expression of genes involved in chemical defense, DNA repair and digestion. Analysis of the wharf roach gut microbiome showed little change, but several rare microbes were found only in the EPS-fed specimens.
'The health system in Nepal is not prepared for this'
That's the grim assessment from the ground in the wake of the catastrophic flooding, which damaged or destroyed 7 health facilities, interrupted routine care and is affecting mental health.
Do games make children more attentive or more distractible?
A study of preschool children found that brief digital or traditional gameplay improved performance on tasks requiring quick responses but reduced performance on tasks demanding greater concentration and self-control.
Measles killed 6-week-old baby, coroner confirms after RFK Jr. disputed deaths
"It’s long past time for RFK to stop playing games with people’s lives."
Trump's arch may break ground without final approval. Veterans are trying to stop it
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum says "excavation work" will begin in the next two weeks, without approval from a key federal body. Veterans who sued over the arch want a judge to intervene before then.
The Right to Trial is Vanishing. Could Bolder Juries Save It?
A new campaign by the Cato Institute aims to educate jurors on their right to vote their conscience against unjust laws and sentences.
Short Circuit: An inexhaustive weekly compendium of rulings from the federal courts of appeal
Fancy timepieces, traitors, and lengthy footnotes.
New world map that shows Africa's true size backed by UN
Over 160 countries have voted at the United Nations to move away from a traditional global map that is nearly 500 years old towards a newer one that more accurately reflects Africa's true size.
Missouri Supreme Court rules new GOP-drawn map can’t be used for November elections
The court said a referendum seeking to put the map up for a vote must be placed on the ballot, meaning the state’s elections this fall will take place under its old congressional lines. The Missouri Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the state’s redrawn congressional map cannot be used in this year’s … Source
Hegseth and Co. Are Trying to Steal Other Agencies’ Funds, Dems Say
House Democrats say the Pentagon is attempting to siphon crucial NIH funds. Democrats on the House Appropriations Committee have accused Defense … Source
Why has the Philippine peso plunged to a record low?
The Southeast Asian country’s currency has plummeted amid the fallout of the Iran war and economic challenges at home. The Philippine’s peso is hovering at historic lows amid a confluence of economic challenges at home and geopolitical turmoil abroad. On Friday, the currency hit an all-time low of … Source
Georgia just audited its voter rolls — and debunked Trump’s election lies
President Donald Trump's lies about noncitizen voters fraudulently swaying elections have served as the basis for his administration's and his … Source
OpenAI Claims We’re in the ‘AGI Era’ With Release of GPT-6 Astra
Welcome to the beginning of... something. We are approaching the precipice of the beginning of what could be the start of the first stages of the … Source
Global warming will exceed 1.5-degree limit, UN says in report that maps path back below danger zone
In a strategic retreat in the fight against climate change, the United Nations has acknowledged that Earth has lost its chance to prevent some of the … Source
Medieval manuscripts are "biological time capsules" for deadly sheeppox virus
Other archives and libraries around the world may also contain genetic traces of past disease outbreaks.
DOJ Says Barring AI Training on Copyrighted Material Could 'Severely Hamper' Tech Progress
An illustration showing a newspaper and a laptop on the scales of justice
The Meaning of the Lindsay Clancy Mistrial - The Atlantic
The Meaning of the Lindsay Clancy Mistrial The Atlantic
Eleventh Circuit Holds Qui Tam Relators Are Not "Officers of the United States." What Happens Next?
[This post is co-authored with Professor Seth Barrett Tillman.] Over the past decade, many legal challenges have turned on whether… The post Eleventh Circuit Holds Qui Tam Relators Are Not "Officers of the United States." What Happens Next? appeared first on Reason Magazine.
In the White House's Retro Arcade Games, the Trump Administration Always Loses
White House arcade games
“Trust, not features, is the real deficit”: VMware tries to appease SMBs
Broadcom admits it put “too big a focus on VCF.”
Whatever happened to the U.S. campaign to ban child marriage?
The global effort to end child marriage is in the news. In the U.S., there's a new bill before Congress (but it's controversial). And the U.N. is designating a day dedicated to ending the practice.
OpenAI Wants to Talk About ‘The Federalist Papers’ - The Atlantic
OpenAI Wants to Talk About ‘The Federalist Papers’ The Atlantic
Galaxy Brain: Why So Many Men Are Unraveling - The Atlantic
Galaxy Brain: Why So Many Men Are Unraveling The Atlantic
Pentagon rescinds new testosterone screening policy without explanation
The Pentagon says the guidance is being updated after being online for one day.
Europe targeted by spiralling campaign of sabotage - and Russia is the chief suspect
Germany has blamed Russia for an attack on Leipzig airport but there has been a series of suspicious incidents elsewhere.
A ratings board wouldn't let Valve release a trailer. It "leaked" it instead.
"I think we can't get in trouble for that now. It's like 20 years ago."
Second complete map of a fruit fly brain completed
Every neuron and connection in the brain of a fly has been mapped—twice.
Russia hits Ukrainian security headquarters in drone attack, Zelensky says
The unmanned aerial vehicle struck without warning in the heart of the Ukrainian capital.
Rockstar Leaks Worsen As Hackers Release Fully Playable Copy Of ‘GTA IX’
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND—Sending the publisher scrambling to protect trade secrets related to the hotly anticipated project, leaks from Rockstar Games worsened Friday as hackers released a fully playable copy of Grand Theft Auto IX. “It’s heartbreaking having assets leak out for any of our projects, but that’s particularly the case when the grav-room immersion technology needed […] The post Rockstar Leaks Worsen As Hackers Release Fully Playable Copy Of ‘GTA IX’ appeared first on The Onion.
U.K.’s Reform Party Hit With Fresh Funding Allegations
Two senior aides to party leader Nigel Farage stepped down as police assessed allegations the party violated political-donation laws.
'A rare moment of joy': Nepal tunnel rescues bring hope for more flood survivors
There are still hundreds of workers trapped in a network of tunnels that run along the Trishuli river.
Two Men Pulled Alive From Tunnel Nine Days After Nepal Flood
The rescue sparked hopes in country where more than 1,250 are dead and some 5,000 are missing.
Trapped Nepal workers pulled alive from tunnel 9 days after deadly flooding, raising hope for more rescues
Two workers were pulled alive from a Nepal hydropower tunnel nine days after catastrophic floods, and one rescued man says more people are trapped inside.
What To Know About ‘Earle Meets World’
Influencer Alix Earle is the star of Netflix’s newest reality show, Earle Meets World. The Onion shares everything you need to know about the series. Q: Who is Alix Earle? A: Alix is a Gen Z content creator known for eating expired military rations. Q: I thought her name was Alex Cooper. A: Ask your […] The post What To Know About ‘Earle Meets World’ appeared first on The Onion.
God Struggling To Remember Why He Made So Many Ugly People
THE HEAVENS—Scratching His head and rifling through His notes as He tried to recall His reasoning for the decision, The Lord God, Supreme Creator of the Universe, reportedly struggled to remember on Friday why He made so many ugly people. “I could have given everyone on Earth perfect, symmetrical proportions, so why didn’t I?” wondered […] The post God Struggling To Remember Why He Made So Many Ugly People appeared first on The Onion.
PBR Offers $20,000 Reward For Lost Beer
The CEO of Pabst Brewing Co. put up a $20,000 reward to anyone who could provide information that leads to the recovery of 1,602 missing cases of Pabst Blue Ribbon and non-alcoholic Old Milwaukee beers. What do you think? The post PBR Offers $20,000 Reward For Lost Beer appeared first on The Onion.
Nepal rescuers try to reach dozens trapped in tunnel after two found alive
More than 1,300 people have died and thousands are missing, but rescuers' hopes have risen after finding survivors in a tunnel.
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