Judge Denounces Trump’s I.R.S. Suit as Improper Exercise in Self-Dealing
The decision also recommended disciplinary action against the lawyers involved, including the acting attorney general, Todd Blanche.
Trump moves to tighten federal control of elections ahead of midterms
The president says he's trying to prevent cheating, but Democrats argue he's actually putting his thumb on the scale for the GOP by trying to block Democrats from voting. WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump is working to gain unprecedented control of the 2026 U.S. midterm elections this fall through … Source
‘An Absolute Casino.’ The $500 Billion Leveraged ETF Craze Proving Buffett Right
“We’ve never had people in a more gambling mood than now,” Warren Buffett told CNBC on May 2, 2026, during Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting. On … Source
Von der Leyen convinced by case for ‘age-appropriate’ social media restrictions
The European Commission President said proposals will be put to member states after the summer. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has … Source
EU approves new passenger rights for air travel
EU ministers have approved a set of reforms giving more rights to air travelers. Among other things, compensation claims are to be made easier. A … Source
Biggest Battery Company Replaces Lithium with Sodium for Grid Storage
The world’s largest battery manufacturer, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL), is making a significant shift in energy storage by … Source
While Trump declares that U.S. is enjoying ‘best economy ever,’ manufacturing jobs have been disappearing
Based on the words of President Trump, America is well on the way to becoming a “global superpower in manufacturing” — indeed, as he declared in a Father’s Day social media post, we are already experiencing the “BEST ECONOMY EVER.” (Capitalization’s his.) Here’s what the government’s own statistics … Source
Delusional Trump, 80, Dreams Up Approval Figures as Disaster Looms
The president seemingly plucked a number showing how popular he is out of thin air. Donald Trump has found a new way of self-soothing—by swapping … Source
Hidden in Maya wall writings: A named astronomer emerges from 1,200-year-old calculations
Researchers have reconstructed and transcribed a mathematical formula from the site of Xultun, Guatemala, revealing the name of a Maya astronomer for the first time. During the Classic period (250–900 CE), mathematics and astronomy were a key part of Maya society, with complex calculations based on calendar dates and astronomical observations influencing everything from the erection of monuments to the inauguration of kings and queens.
Trump reinstates Iran port blockade and vows 20% charge on cargo passing through Hormuz
The US military later said it had started the third consecutive night of strikes on Iran.
'Hero, legend, sweetheart': Tributes to Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill, who has died aged 78
Friends, politicians and fellow film stars remember Neill following his "sudden and unexpected" death.
Trump Sharply Cuts the Size of Two National Monuments in Utah
Native American tribes and environmental groups are expected to challenge the move to shrink the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments.
U.S. Launches New Iran Strikes, as Trump Weighs Attacking Nuclear Site
The president earlier declared that a blockade on Iranian ports would be reimposed.
The Memo: Trump escalates on Iran, but critics don’t see a strategy
President Trump is ramping up hostilities with Iran again, but critics question whether renewed U.S. military action can change the fundamental shape of the conflict. If it fails to do so, Trump could end up even more deeply entangled in an issue that is unpopular with the American people as the clock ticks down to…
ICE Shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo Through Open Passenger Window in Houston, Witnesses Say
A congresswoman and a lawyer relayed witness accounts that diverge from Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s version of the fatal encounter.
Lindsey Graham’s Death Transforms the Race for His Democratic Challenger
Annie Andrews, a pediatrician, has offered condolences to those who loved Mr. Graham while considering the political fallout from his death. Republicans are scrambling to arrange a new primary election.
Graham GOP challenger announces bid for special Senate primary
Mark Lynch, who lost to late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) in the GOP Senate primary last month, said Monday he will seek the nomination to replace the longtime South Carolina lawmaker on the ballot after the latter died on Saturday. “A lot of you have asked. Yes, it’s official,” Lynch wrote on social platform X.…
Teachers are worried about students cheating with AI, but my survey suggests the deeper issue is learning
The risk of students using AI to cheat tends to get a lot of attention—with good reason.
EXCLUSIVE: China detains US seismologist who has studied North Korean nuclear tests - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: China detains US seismologist who has studied North Korean nuclear tests Reuters
Appeals court revives lawsuits claiming link between acetaminophen, ADHD and autism
A federal appeals court on Monday revived hundreds of lawsuits where plaintiffs claimed to have evidence of a link between acetaminophen and neurodevelopmental disorders. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said a lower court improperly threw out testimony from scientific experts that provided evidence of a link between the pain killer and pregnancy related…
US military launches strikes on Iran after Trump brings back naval blockade
The U.S. military launched a new round of strikes against Iran on Monday, hours after President Trump announced the U.S. Navy would reinstate the naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. The fresh strikes, which kicked off at 4:45 p.m. EDT at Trump’s direction, mark the third consecutive day of U.S. attacks against Iran. “These…
Court Upholds Conviction for Possessing Gun as Unlawful Drug User (Who Is Presenting a Credible Threat to Safety)
U.S. v. Baxter, decided today by the Eighth Circuit, upheld a conviction for "possessing a firearm as an unlawful drug… The post Court Upholds Conviction for Possessing Gun as Unlawful Drug User (Who Is Presenting a Credible Threat to Safety) appeared first on Reason.com.
Maine senators demand independent investigation after ICE shooting
Maine’s two senators are demanding an impartial investigation into the fatal shooting of a Colombian man by immigration authorities, with Sen. Angus King (I-Maine) relaying claims from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that the man had weaponized his vehicle. King told the Associated Press that he spoke with Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin about…
Thomson Reuters to cut 'small number' of engineering jobs - Reuters
Thomson Reuters to cut 'small number' of engineering jobs Reuters
Police arrest man at Capitol with firearm
A Mississippi man allegedly spotted with a handgun in his lap outside the U.S. Capitol’s North Barricade is in custody, U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) said Monday. Wendell J. Royster, 67, of Columbia, Miss., faces one count of carrying a pistol without a license and no permit, according to a USCP statement. At around 11:22 a.m.,…
Lorenzo Salgado Araujo Chased the American Dream for 35 Years Before Fatal ICE Shooting
Lorenzo Salgado Araujo hoped to obtain legal status, his family said. He was killed last week by an immigration agent who was looking for a different man.
Live updates: US will resume Strait of Hormuz blockade; Graham’s sister will finish his Senate term
President Trump said Monday the U.S. military would resume its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and charge a 20 percent rate “on all cargo shipped,” declaring the U.S. to be the “guardian” of the waterway, as tensions and strikes escalated with Iran. “The Hormuz Strait is OPEN, and will remain OPEN, with or without…
New Saudi-Yemen Fighting Threatens to Pull Houthis Into Iran War
The militant group attacked southern Saudi Arabia after blaming the country for an airstrike on the San’a airport.
Ukrainian drone strikes forced Russia to stop shipping in vital sea corridor
Ukraine’s drone blitz halted Russia’s Sea of Azov shipping in under a week.
Floating-electron catalyst withstands week in air while making ammonia under milder conditions
A surface electrene, BaSiN2:O, developed by researchers at Science Tokyo enables efficient ammonia synthesis under mild conditions while overcoming the long-standing air instability of electrene materials. Synthesized by doping barium silicon nitride with oxygen, the material forms a stable layer of freely floating electrons on its surface.
Hungary parliament votes to remove president from office
Tamás Sulyok was widely seen as a loyalist of former prime minister Viktor Orbán, who lost power in April after 16 years.
Trump Administration Announces New Attack on the International Criminal Court
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the United States will “dismantle” the international court that tries grave crimes “brick by brick, if necessary.”
Trump's HHS abandons threat to withhold Medicare and Medicaid funding over trans care
NPR has learned that the Department of Health and Human Services will not be finalizing its most aggressive attempt to end gender-affirming care for youth nationally.
Paramedics Praised For Being Too Late To Save Lindsey Graham
WASHINGTON—Emphasizing that every second counted during a cardiac episode, doctors on Monday praised first responders for being too late to save Lindsay Graham from an aortic dissection. “Paramedics had a very short window to save Sen. Graham, and thankfully they did not make it in time,” said George Washington University Hospital cardiologist Dr. Eric Fallstaff, […] The post Paramedics Praised For Being Too Late To Save Lindsey Graham appeared first on The Onion.
Carbon storage could curb more than 90% of AI data center emissions, study finds
As artificial intelligence accelerates demand for computing power across the U.S., a new study co-authored by Hon Chung Lau, adjunct professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Rice University and founder of Low Carbon Energies LLC, has found that carbon capture and storage could play a major role in limiting the climate impact of data centers.
South Carolina's governor names Lindsey Graham's sister to serve out his term
South Carolina's governor says he is appointing Darline Graham to finish the term of her late brother. Top Republicans, including President Trump, have coalesced around the pick.
Fifth Briton identified as victim of wildfire in Spain
A fifth British national has been identified as a victim of a wildfire in southern Spain in which killed more than a dozen people.
Wildfire raging south of Paris could have been set deliberately, says minister
The interior minister has said the fire near Paris could have been set deliberately and two people have been arrested.
A New Jersey Judge Defies the First Amendment by Censoring News Coverage of a High School Lockdown
an Airsoft pistol against a backdrop of high school lockers
On foreign policy, Graham's influence may have been felt the most
Over the course of his three decades in Congress, Lindsey Graham was a major influence on Capitol Hill and throughout the world as one of the most vocal advocates for U.S. military might.
AI-powered electronic nose can distinguish tens of thousands of odors
A research team has presented a roadmap for developing an "artificial olfactory system" that detects odors like the human nose and analyzes them using artificial intelligence (AI) by leveraging metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). The team systematically organized and reviewed key research trends in electronic nose technology, from MOF material design to sensor implementation and AI-based odor pattern recognition. The research was led by Hyuk-Jun Kwon's in the Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science of Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology. The work is published in the journal Progress in Materials Science.
US senators demand findings of probe into deadly strike on Iran school
Senators have demanded the US military urgently reveals the findings of its probe into a deadly missile strike on an Iranian school.
California creates $3,500 rebate for new electric vehicle buyers
There's a separate $1,750 rebate for used EVs, but both rebates have a price cap.
US states sue to block Paramount's $110bn merger with Warner
Twelve US states have sued to block Paramount from acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery in a $110bn deal.
Lawmakers demand Pentagon release findings from probe of Iran school strike - Reuters
Lawmakers demand Pentagon release findings from probe of Iran school strike Reuters
Hundreds of economists say 'we must act now' on AI's economic impact and job displacement risks
Hundreds of economists say in an open letter that institutions "must act now" to address how artificial intelligence could transform the economy and could put many people out of work.
Where mainshocks strike may explain earthquake size patterns better than timing, data suggests
Japan is well known for its large earthquakes, but not all regions show the same patterns of earthquake activity. One way to understand which places tend to experience large or small earthquakes is the b-value, a key statistical measure long used by researchers to understand seismicity and assess earthquake occurrence patterns.
Trump Accounts Add Confusion to Savings Accounts Without Adding Much Benefit
Let's simplify this system instead of making it even more complicated.
Six massive landslides discovered on icy Pluto
Scientists have detected evidence of landslides on Pluto for the first time. A paper published in the journal Icarus reports that images taken by the New Horizons spacecraft during a flyby revealed six large landslides in three impact craters.
Apple sues OpenAI after ex-engineer allegedly used bug to steal trade secrets
OpenAI accused of conspiring with former Apple employees to steal trade secrets.
Reminder: Second Annual Aspiring Free Speech Scholars Workshop
We've already received several submissions, but you can submit until August 16.
Iran-backed terror proxy Houthis threaten fresh attacks after Yemen airport strike
The Houthis threatened to strike King Khalid Airport in Riyadh after what they called "blatant aggression" targeting the Sanaa airport runway.
Venezuela's smallest refinery restarts catalytic cracker, workers say - Reuters
Venezuela's smallest refinery restarts catalytic cracker, workers say Reuters
Solution to Feynman's reverse sprinkler puzzle also applies to "silly sprinklers"
New study confirms 2024 "momentum flux theory" on how angular momentum of water flows drives rotation.
Fed's Waller says rate hike may be needed if core inflation stays hot - Reuters
Fed's Waller says rate hike may be needed if core inflation stays hot Reuters
Ukraine to produce French missiles, orders war planes, Macron says - Reuters
Ukraine to produce French missiles, orders war planes, Macron says Reuters
US to begin enforcing maritime blockade on Iran on Tuesday - Reuters
US to begin enforcing maritime blockade on Iran on Tuesday Reuters
Tariff Refund Update
Important progress has been made on repaying illegally collected tariffs. But serious problems remain, including some caused by the Trump Administration's efforts to keep some of the illegally collected loot.
America’s Latest Weapon Against Iran: Sea Drones
In a U.S. combat first, three unmanned speedboats attacked an Iranian submarine and ship facility.
Tom Cruise is utterly transformed in Digger trailer
"If we can't control the force of nature, at least we can control the narrative."
Briton tells of surviving Spain wildfire in car as wife and friends died trying to run to safety
Malcolm Timbrell's wife and their friends are thought to have died when a devastating wildfire tore through their village in Spain.
Prisoner who escaped under food truck had help from man on the inside, court hears
A prisoner inside Wandsworth jail helped Daniel Khalife get money while he was on the run after escaping from prison under a food delivery truck, a court has heard.
Apple and Samsung benefit as memory shortage pushes smartphone shipments to historic lows
The biggest smartphone makers keep on trucking in the face of component shortages and economic uncertainty.
RFK Jr. Wants the Government To Teach Everyone How To Cook Again
A stylized image of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wearing an apron and standing in a commercial kitchen with raw ground beef in front of him.
Counterterrorism Police Probe Death of Former U.K. Government Minister
Former Conservative Minister Ann Widdecombe was found dead in her home last week.
Russian Cyberattacks Stretching Back 15 Years Prompt European Sanctions
Moscow is accused of a vast campaign of cyberattacks targeting governments and critical infrastructure across the continent.
The U.S. strikes Iran after Trump announces a renewed blockade and tolls in Hormuz
The U.S. and Iran are fighting for control of the Strait of Hormuz, threatening a return to all-out war after agreeing to a ceasefire last month.
Justice Department Subpoenas New York Times Journalists Who Reported About Trump's New Plane
Air Force One, the U.S. Department of Justice, and the New York Times
Colorado will decide whether a "right to natural gas" is added to state constitution
The amendment would restrict building codes that promote electrification.
Hackers quickly prove that Neo Geo Doom ports are not "impossible"
Clever coding and graphical compromises get a classic game on more classic hardware.
Motorists 'killed' by ICE agent in Maine was wrong target, senator's spokesperson says
A motorist who was shot dead by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in the US state of Maine was the wrong target, authorities have said.
Great Moments in Unintended Consequences: Yosemite Permits, Italy's Superbonus, CEO Salary Caps (Vol. 22)
A hard hat with an Italian flag sits on a pile of Euros, a pair of hiking boots rest near a gold permit for the Half Dome hike, and a blue cap labeled with $1 million
UK-Switzerland deal to scrap roaming charges and allow Britons to use e-gates
The UK signs a new services deal with Switzerland it says will increase exports by £5.2bn annually "in the long run".
A "disaster waiting to happen"? Industry officials worry about Crew Dragon availability.
"It's very clear that in the United States there is a big need for an additional crew vehicle."
At least 28 killed, 25 critically injured after fire engulfs Bangkok bar
Firefighters arrived at the scene in the Chatuchak district to find patrons running through flames to escape.
Former Spanish PM under fire for saying France's World Cup team has 'no French players'
A former Spanish prime minister has come under fire for saying France's World Cup team had "no French players".
UK pins string of antisemitic attacks on Iran-linked group, bans IRGC
Keir Starmer announced sweeping national security powers after British intelligence linked antisemitic arson attacks to an Iran-backed proxy.
Police launch murder investigation after three people found dead in family home
Police have launched a murder investigation after the bodies of three people were found in a family home in Ballymena, Co Antrim.
Burnham warned of 'early challenge' awaiting him in No 10
The persistent disadvantage gap in schools will be an "early challenge" for the next prime minister, researchers are warning.
Dozen arrested by counter terror police over 'threat to Islamic event'
Twelve people have been arrested over an alleged "extreme right-wing terrorism" threat to an Islamic event in Suffolk.
The Socialists Don’t Really Want Socialism
On public goods, state enterprises, and the difference between them.
‘Time To Become Immortal,’ Announces RFK Jr., Exposing Perineum Atop Solar Tower
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA—Tugging down his blue jeans as tens of thousands of heliostat mirrors angled the noonday sun in his direction, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was reportedly overheard saying “Time to become immortal” Monday while he exposed his perineum atop the Ivanpah 2 solar tower in the Mojave Desert. […] The post ‘Time To Become Immortal,’ Announces RFK Jr., Exposing Perineum Atop Solar Tower appeared first on The Onion.
Nation’s Alcoholics Spontaneously Share List Of Places Where It’s Okay To Drink
WASHINGTON—Launching into the address without any preamble or provocation, the nation’s alcoholics held a spontaneous press conference Monday to share a list of places where it’s okay to drink. “Bars are the obvious first choice, but once the uptight scolds kick you out just for having a good time, shopping mall food courts and convenience […] The post Nation’s Alcoholics Spontaneously Share List Of Places Where It’s Okay To Drink appeared first on The Onion.
Adam Silver Acknowledges Declining Ratings May Have Something To Do With How He Looks
NEW YORK—Admitting that he might bear some responsibility for the NBA’s recent struggles, commissioner Adam Silver acknowledged Tuesday that the league’s declining ratings could very well have something to do with how he looks. “Unfortunately, we’ve suffered a steady drop in viewership over the past several years, and I’ll be the first to admit this trend […] The post Adam Silver Acknowledges Declining Ratings May Have Something To Do With How He Looks appeared first on The Onion.
Why Do We Have A Meeting With HR?
The post Why Do We Have A Meeting With HR? appeared first on The Onion.
Susan Rios and Nick Dawson
These roommates were accidentally married Wednesday after getting high and going to City Hall to apply for an exotic pet license. The post Susan Rios and Nick Dawson appeared first on The Onion.
Boat Safety Tips
According to the Coast Guard, more than 500 lives are lost annually in recreational boating accidents on U.S. waterways. The Onion shares tips for safely operating a boat. To ensure clear passage, tape permit signs to the water where you plan to boat 48 hours in advance Situate elderly passengers on the lowest, most stable […] The post Boat Safety Tips appeared first on The Onion.
FDA Study Claims Arsenic, Lead In Tampons Not Harmful
A U.S. Food and Drug Administration study concluded that trace amounts of heavy metals found in tampons, including lead and arsenic, are not released during use at levels high enough to be harmful. What do you think? The post FDA Study Claims Arsenic, Lead In Tampons Not Harmful appeared first on The Onion.
Ukrainian prime minister resigns in Zelenskyy shake-up
Yulia Svyrydenko resigned as Ukraine's prime minister, with Zelenskyy saying he offered her a new role in relations with a key international partner.
The U.S.-Iran ceasefire grows more distant. And, Congress faces a consequential week
The U.S. and Iran exchanged fire over the weekend amid tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. And, Congress returns from recess facing tight deadlines.
Sudan's paramilitary RSF chief sentenced to death over war crimes
Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo was convicted in absentia along with 15 RSF commanders and allies.
German court convicts Iraqi couple of enslaving Yazidi girls
The pair, named only as Twana H.S. and Asia R. A., left Germany for Iraq in 2015 and became members of the Islamic State group.
Ukraine’s Deep-Strike Strategy
Plus: Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71, and the U.S. launches three waves of strikes on Iran over the weekend.
Pythons' extreme biology may hold clues for treating human disease
These snakes can go for months without eating, grow and shrink the size of their hearts and jump start their metabolism on a dime.
A guard punched him on camera. It was still nearly impossible for him to sue
Prisoners are allowed to file complaints about mistreatment — but doing so often comes with retaliation. That's according to an investigation by NPR and The Marshall Project.
Eat your ice cream for a long, healthy life? This doctor says so
Dr. Zeke Emanuel, a renowned U.S. health policy physician, takes on the wellness industry with a back-to-basics approach to optimizing good health.
EV battery recycling has a math problem
For some electric vehicle batteries, it costs more to recycle them than they're worth. That creates all kinds of problems, which a new Colorado law aims to solve.
Man wanted in UK over Bedfordshire triple murder appears in South African court - as cause of death revealed
A man suspected of murdering his wife and two children in the UK has appeared in court in South Africa, as their causes of death have been revealed.
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