Apple's new boss starts with big gamble on £1,999 first folding iPhone
Apple showed off at an event the first major design change to the iPhone in almost 20 years.
The Long Shadow of 9/11, Told Through the WSJ Archive
We scoured hundreds of The Wall Street Journal’s articles to show how the terrorist attacks continue to reverberate a quarter-century later.
Trump says every adult American will get $5,000 if Republicans win midterms
Speaking at a party convention, the US president gave no details on how the plan would work or where the money would come from.
After Trump promised to pay $5,000 if Republicans win, here's what to expect Thursday
President Trump promised to send every adult citizen $5,000, but only if Republicans maintain control of Congress in the midterm election, setting high expectations for the convention's final night.
A year after Charlie Kirk was killed, young conservatives navigate a divided movement
The death of Charlie Kirk was seen as a rallying call for young conservatives. One year later, the movement is wrestling with questions about its future.
Scientists say August was Earth's hottest month they've measured
The European climate service Copernicus said the Earth just sweltered through its hottest month on record in August. Scientists said the heat surge is mostly due to human-caused climate change.
Iceland to propose whaling ban, leaving Norway and Japan isolated - Reuters
Iceland to propose whaling ban, leaving Norway and Japan isolated Reuters
Uganda pulling out of Prince Harry's Invictus Games, says military chief
The decision, announced by the chief of defence, comes just two months after Uganda said it would participate.
Insular Cases | Interview: Chief Judge Jeff Sutton and Neil Weare
Where the Constitution doesn’t follow the flag.
India open to stricter red warnings on food packs in latest setback for companies - Reuters
India open to stricter red warnings on food packs in latest setback for companies Reuters
South Korea Nears Agreement on Billions in U.S. Investments, a Win for Trump
The potential deals, which could include large investments in nuclear energy, are part of last year’s U.S.-South Korea trade deal.
Five dead and 86 missing as 'heartbreaking' fire breaks out on Philippines ferry
The fire broke out as the vessel nearing its destination at the tourist hotspot of Coron in Palawan.
Musk's tunnel startup The Boring Company raises $3 billion at $23 billion valuation - Reuters
Musk's tunnel startup The Boring Company raises $3 billion at $23 billion valuation Reuters
Trump says Iran war to end after US midterm elections, threatens to attack Pickaxe Mountain - Reuters
Trump says Iran war to end after US midterm elections, threatens to attack Pickaxe Mountain Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: NATO allies foil Russian subsea cable sabotage plot - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: NATO allies foil Russian subsea cable sabotage plot Reuters
Iran war won't end until after crucial November elections, says Trump
The president also said oil prices won't come down until after the November races, claiming without evidence that Iran wants to impact the election.
A pilot of the Amazon cargo plane in Miami crash warned it was coming in too fast
For nearly two minutes, one of the pilots of the Amazon cargo plane that careened off a Miami runway repeatedly warned his counterpart they were going too fast, according to flight information.
Trump officials target November for final approval of massive arch - The Washington Post
Trump officials target November for final approval of massive arch The Washington Post
At least five dead and more than 80 missing after fire on Philippines ferry
At least five people have been killed and more than 80 are missing after a fire on a passenger ferry off the western Philippines.
'Welcome to Foldables': Samsung braces for Apple's foldable iPhone challenge - Reuters
'Welcome to Foldables': Samsung braces for Apple's foldable iPhone challenge Reuters
Republican Senate Candidates Avoid Tariffs and Iran War at Trump’s Convention
Four battleground Senate nominees who spoke sidestepped a pair of issues that have posed political challenges, focusing instead on Mr. Trump’s tax law and other topics.
John Lewis records annual loss of £124m
The John Lewis Partnership (JLP) has sounded a note of caution over its outlook after surging costs and weaker consumer confidence contributed to deeper half-year losses.
Turning Point USA Is Walking a Tightrope
A year after founder Charlie Kirk was assassinated, the organization is trying to maintain a big tent in a fracturing conservative landscape.
The Shallow Iconoclasm of HHS Leadership
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and senior officials don’t want to talk about measles.
The Disappointing Legacies of the Agencies Created After 9/11
The Department of Homeland Security and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence had problems from the outset and were poorly served by multiple administrations.
The CIA Wasn’t Ready on 9/11. Are We Ready Today?
It took years to build our counterterrorism expertise after the 9/11 attacks. As new threats emerge, we need to ensure we have the bench strength to be prepared.
Hunter Biden’s ‘$LAPTOP’ crypto coin crashes minutes after launch - The Washington Post
Hunter Biden’s ‘$LAPTOP’ crypto coin crashes minutes after launch The Washington Post
Political world erupts as AI researchers warn of ‘extinction’ threat - The Washington Post
Political world erupts as AI researchers warn of ‘extinction’ threat The Washington Post
The End of U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve
The End of U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve By Peter Zeihan The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) was created in the 70s as a safeguard against major disruptions in oil imports. Well, those 700 million barrels were never used for its intended purpose. More here > Source
Second Amendment Roundup: ATF's "Firearm" and "Frame or Receiver" Rules Invalid
Supreme Court’s VanDerStok decision didn’t resolve the vagueness and Second Amendment challenges.
Live updates: Trump closes out Day 1 of GOP convention in Dallas with ‘Trump dividend’ announcement
President Trump took the stage in Dallas to close out the first day of the Republican National Committee (RNC) midterm convention. “I’m asking you to pretend that I’m on the ballot,” he said, adding, “Just one more time, because if we lose, you’re going to lose your border. You’re going to lose your tax cuts.…
Okay, Sure, a Folding iPhone (shared)
Apple needs to learn to take risks again. Nothing quickens the pulse of an Apple fan more than these three words: one more thing. Steve Jobs used the catchphrase to introduce the original iPhone in 2007. In his 15 years running the company, Tim Cook deployed it only a handful of times, including … Source
Fetterman Has a Surprise Cameo at Trump’s Convention
Senator John Fetterman, who has become alienated from his own party, appeared in a short video filmed in front of a steel mill, saying he is “always going to reject the extremes in socialism.”
Election Officials Grapple With Uncertainty as Supreme Court Considers Mail Ballot Plan
As they wait for word on whether the Trump administration’s new system to screen ballots can move forward, local officials say they are running out of time.
Incumbents fall in Rhode Island primaries: 3 takeaways
It was a bad night to be an incumbent in Rhode Island on Wednesday, with the governor and the mayor of the state’s largest city losing their Democratic primaries. Former CVS executive Helena Foulkes defeated Democratic Gov. Dan McKee while Providence Mayor Brett Smiley lost to democratic socialist state Rep. David Morales. Though McKee’s primary focused more on voter dissatisfaction over…
With Close Calls on U.S. Warships, Iran Shows New Appetite for Escalation
Tehran’s forces are taking aim at the U.S. Navy in a way they haven’t done since the start of the war.
Drone nearly strikes Zelenskyy’s plane before takeoff for Norwegian king’s funeral, PM says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's plane was reportedly almost hit by a Russian drone during takeoff from Moldova, closing Chișinău airspace.
Democratic socialist ousts Providence mayor in primary
Democratic socialist David Morales is projected to oust Providence Mayor Brett Smiley (D) from a Tuesday primary, according to Decision Desk HQ. Morales, a state lawmaker, leads the incumbent by about 14 percentage points, per DDHQ. The primary results in Rhode Island mark another win for the Democratic Party’s left flank, which has picked up…
Rhode Island governor ousted in Democratic primary
Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee is projected to lose his reelection bid to former CVS executive Helena Foulkes in the Democratic primary for Rhode Island, according to Decision Desk HQ. (DDHQ). Foulkes led McKee by nearly 25 percentage points — 62 percent to nearly 38 percent — per DDHQ. It’s the second time the pair…
Trump’s Census Overhaul Would Exclude Some Immigrants and Remove Questions on Race
The proposals for 2030 are among significant changes that would upend a process for helping allot congressional seats and shape policies that address disparities.
Vertical Spread Trading Guide: How to Be the House in 2026
Most retail traders are essentially donating their capital to the market by chasing "lotto ticket" naked calls that expire worthless the vast... Source
E1: the illegal settlement at the heart of the UK’s West Bank trade ban
Israel has been building settlements in the occupied West Bank for decades. But Britain’s new ban on the import of settlement goods comes in a … Source
Spanish opposition leader calls prime minister a ‘traitor’ over Ceuta migrant crisis
Santiago Abascal branded Pedro Sánchez a "traitor" in parliament over Spain's migrant crisis in the North African enclave of Ceuta amid protests.
The Baltic Country Calling for Calm in the Face of Russian Threat
Estonia says the fight with Moscow has already begun but doesn’t see signs of an imminent invasion.
Correcting an Obnoxious Mischaracterization
In the middle of an article that amounts to, among other things, a disgraceful apologia for the explosion in campus… The post Correcting an Obnoxious Mischaracterization appeared first on Reason Magazine.
Saudi Oil Exports Plunge as Spread of War Shuts Off Shipping Routes (shared)
With few good options for safely shipping oil, Saudi Arabia’s exports have fallen to a 13-year low. Saudi Arabia has made several quick pivots to keep its oil flowing since the start of the U.S. war with Iran. Within weeks of Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz — once Saudi Arabia’s primary export … Source
New clues suggest how destructive immune cells wreak havoc in the brain
A few years ago, scientists saw something surprising in the brain tissue of people who died with Alzheimer’s disease: white blood cells that multiply … Source
Adding Injury to Insult, Canada Edition
This idiotic trade war will hurt more than people realize Posted by Trump on Truth Social There have been many trade conflicts in history, some of them … Source
Fight Over Missouri House Map Returns to U.S. Supreme Court
The appeal came as the Missouri Supreme Court weighed whether to hold the state’s top election official in contempt.
No Bail Release for Tate Brothers, Detained While Extradition Matter Is Pending
From Magistrate Judge Lauren Louis's long opinion today in In the Matter of Extradition of Tate (S.D. Fla.): On July… The post No Bail Release for Tate Brothers, Detained While Extradition Matter Is Pending appeared first on Reason Magazine.
A huge 11th-century tapestry of the Norman Conquest has (carefully) traveled to England
Part war propaganda, part comic strip, the 230-foot Bayeux Tapestry is back in England for the first time in 900 years. It depicts the 1066 Battle of Hastings, which ended Anglo-Saxon rule.
Bond Market Rebuffs Treasury’s $6 Billion Plan to Reduce Borrowing Costs
The 10-year yield rose to its highest level in three years, suggesting investors were underwhelmed by the details of a move to buy back government bonds.
Democracy Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
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The Feds Are Spying on Your Bank Account
An orange background with a building formed from folded paper U.S. dollars with eyes made out of dollar signs
Conductor Julian Wachner receives suspended sentence for possession of child sex abuse material
The formerly prominent, widely recorded conductor was sentenced Wednesday to nearly six years of probation for five counts of possession of child sex abuse material in Indianapolis.
Europe may finally have found a space entrepreneur who is meeting the moment
"We will not be relevant without a massive rocket at a massive cadence."
Vance Is Not the Reagan of the New Right
Reagan’s decency was central to his appeal. That’s not something Vance’s supporters want.
The Trump Administration's Long, Fruitless Hunt for Voter Fraud Comes to Rhode Island
People use booths to vote
60 Posts in 10 Hours: How Trump’s Social Media Reflects His Version of Reality
With an assist from A.I., President Trump offers a window into how he wants to be seen — and, critics say, a barometer of his mental state.
Urging SCOTUS To Reject AR-15 Bans, the Trump Administration Explains Why They Are Unconstitutional
an AR-15 rifle superimposed on an image of the Supreme Court building
Our New Federal Circuit Amicus Brief in the Section 122 Tariff Case
The brief explains why the Section 122 tariffs are illegal and run afoul of the major questions and nondelegation doctrines.
When it comes to Beatles references, scientists can't let it be
New study detects 3,200 references to Beatles song titles and lyrics in academic papers.
Brent Hits $100 as U.S.-Iran Escalation, Houthi Strikes Deepen Gulf Supply Fears
Brent topped $100 a barrel for the first time since July as fresh U.S.-Iran attacks and Iranian missile fire into Jordan added to an escalating conflict.
Lawsuit: Amazon refused to give pregnant workers bathroom breaks and chairs
Four women sue Amazon, say company denied basic accommodations and fired them.
Israel’s E1 plan explained: The Jerusalem-area corridor sparking international backlash
Israel says E1 construction in the West Bank falls under the Oslo Accords, but Britain imposed sanctions. And 11 nations weigh trade restrictions on settlements.
Apple debuts $129 AirPods 5 with better noise cancellation and transparency mode
AirPods 5 with noise cancellation is cheaper than its predecessor.
Fold the phone: Apple's new CEO unveils a foldable iPhone
New Apple CEO John Ternus announces the iPhone Duo, which folds like a passport and is the most radical iPhone design update in nearly 20 years.
Trump gave $45,000 cash gifts to Natalie Harp and two other aides, public records show
The White House has described the cash gifts to Harp and three others as personal - and legal.
Special education head at Education Department abruptly resigns
The leader of the Education Department's special education office told employees she is resigning after less than four months in the role and as the agency overall is morphing and shrinking.
Andrew Tate is denied bail and will remain in jail during his extradition fight
Prosecutors told the court that Andrew and Tristan Tate boasted about having multiple passports and flying on private jets. But the Tates' lawyers argued they were only playing a role for their fans.
Google picks Finland for its largest single investment in Europe
The US tech giant says the €13bn data centre project will create tens of thousands of jobs.
How Trump’s Mail Voting Plan Would Work
The plan, which two dozen states have challenged as unconstitutional, puts in place new requirements about who can receive mail ballots.
Oil hits $100 a barrel for first time since July after US and Houthi strikes
Brent crude - the global benchmark for prices - rises after the US hit five Iranian tankers on Tuesday
‘Heated Rivalry’ Producers Tease Season 2 Arc In Which Ilya Diagnosed With Depression Only Blow Jobs Can Cure
TORONTO—Sharing new details about what fans could expect next from the hit series, Heated Rivalry producers teased Wednesday that Season 2 would follow an arc in which character Ilya Rozanov is diagnosed with a form of depression only curable via blow job. “We’re looking forward to shining a spotlight on mental health this season, in […] The post ‘Heated Rivalry’ Producers Tease Season 2 Arc In Which Ilya Diagnosed With Depression Only Blow Jobs Can Cure <hw> </hw> appeared first on The Onion.
Europe's royalty pay respects to King Harald V in Norway
The Prince of Wales and three Nordic kings were among those who attended proceedings on Wednesday.
‘Hope’ is the weirdest blockbuster in a long time - The Washington Post
‘Hope’ is the weirdest blockbuster in a long time The Washington Post
Groom’s Wedding Vows Just Pledge Of Allegiance
The post Groom’s Wedding Vows Just Pledge Of Allegiance appeared first on The Onion.
Poll Finds Majority Of Republicans Support Unions
A new Gallup poll found that 52% of Republicans support labor unions in spite of GOP lawmakers’ continued push to stifle union priorities. What do you think? The post Poll Finds Majority Of Republicans Support Unions appeared first on The Onion.
Nation’s Smart Toilets Begin Counting Down
WASHINGTON—Announcing “60… 59…58…” through their waterproof Bluetooth speakers in a booming, robotic voice that horrified millions of Americans across the country, the nation’s smart toilets have begun counting down, sources reported Wednesday. The technologically advanced plumbing fixtures, some of which retail for as high as $25,000, are said to have initiated the sequence simultaneously in upscale […] The post Nation’s Smart Toilets Begin Counting Down appeared first on The Onion.
Loretta Parodi and Sam Alcott
The bride and groom said they knew they were perfect together when they both failed to get any other matches on Hinge. The post Loretta Parodi and Sam Alcott appeared first on The Onion.
Commuter’s Dream
This charming 2-bedroom is technically walking distance from the local train station, in the sense that humans are physically capable of walking 41 miles without dying. Reference #633879 The post Commuter’s Dream appeared first on The Onion.
The Morning Risk Report: Iranian Airline Favored by the Regime Is Defying Sanctions
Plus: Shipping powers say free seas are threatened and Europe issues new trade bans on Israel
More than 10% chance AI 'could kill all humans' - as Anthropic reveals another 'cybersecurity' incident
There is a more than 10% chance that "AI could kill all humans" in the next decade, according to a top safety researcher at Anthropic.
US sinks another 'floating refueling station' linked to 'narco-terrorist' group
The United States military on Sept. 8 sank another vessel that it described as a "floating refueling station" involved with the Los Choneros.
Authorities decline to prosecute woman who made false report against Buttigieg - The Washington Post
Authorities decline to prosecute woman who made false report against Buttigieg The Washington Post
U.S. Strikes Iranian Oil Tankers in Response to Tehran’s Attacks on Navy Ships
The American attacks come after Iran targeted U.S. warships, as fears grow that Tehran’s missiles are becoming more sophisticated.
Walking an extra 1,000 steps a day may help your heart, study finds - The Washington Post
Walking an extra 1,000 steps a day may help your heart, study finds The Washington Post
European Nations Hit Israeli Settlements With Trade Restrictions
Israel condemns the moves and retaliates against the U.K., the first to announce measures.
Grab your Discmans out of storage. CDs are back, baby. - The Washington Post
Grab your Discmans out of storage. CDs are back, baby. The Washington Post
NATO member boots 10 Russian diplomats
Hungary demands that 10 members of the Russian mission leave the country, alleging that they engaged in actions that were "unacceptable," according to the Vienna Convention.
‘He needs to go’: What drives the chaos in Pete Hegseth’s Defense Department - The Washington Post
‘He needs to go’: What drives the chaos in Pete Hegseth’s Defense Department The Washington Post
Column | The surprising science of how focusing your attention may fight inflammation - The Washington Post
Column | The surprising science of how focusing your attention may fight inflammation The Washington Post
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