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Democratic presidential prospects flock to New York

The Democratic Partys most ambitious politicians are courting African American activists in New York this week as the partys unofficial 2028 presidential nomination contest begins to take shape

ABC News 9 Apr 2026 12:52 pm

Protesters rally against planned Maryland immigration detention facility

Protesters are rallying against a planned immigration detention facility in Maryland

ABC News 9 Apr 2026 12:10 pm

2 killed in plane crash at small airport in Arizona

Two people died after a plane went off the runway and caught fire at a small airport in Marana, Arizona. No other injuries or aircraft were involved. Authorities have not identified the victims, and the National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the cause.

The Economic Times 9 Apr 2026 8:18 am

Why I stopped using 'Modern Standby' on my Windows laptop to save battery overnight

Putting your computer to sleep might not be the best way to preserve its battery. Here's why.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 6:30 am

Will Israel Ruin Trumps Ceasefire?

Is Americas joint military partner in the Israel-Iran war as eager to reach a peace settlement with Iran as the U.S. appears to be? ... The post Will Israel Ruin Trumps Ceasefire? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 9 Apr 2026 5:51 am

Trump, Vance Contradict Pakistani PM, Say Ceasefire Did Not Include Lebanon

Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif claimed last night that Lebanon was excluded from the deal. Trump and Vance said this morning that it was not. ... The post Trump, Vance Contradict Pakistani PM, Say Ceasefire Did Not Include Lebanon appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 9 Apr 2026 4:31 am

Demographic Realists Rise: Immigration, Long an American Addiction, Is Finally Being Challenged

A civilizational sea change is occurring: Immigration, long considered as American as apple pie, as almost sacrosanct, is being questioned. ... The post Demographic Realists Rise: Immigration, Long an American Addiction, Is Finally Being Challenged appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 9 Apr 2026 3:24 am

Shaky ceasefire unlikely to stop cyberattacks from Iran-linked hackers for long

An uncertain ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. and Israel may do little to stop cyberattacks from hackers allied with Tehran

ABC News 9 Apr 2026 3:15 am

Wisconsin mayor who removed ballot drop box ahead of 2024 elections won't be charged

A Wisconsin mayor who carted away a drop box intended for absentee ballots ahead of the 2024 elections won't face charges

ABC News 9 Apr 2026 3:15 am

Wyoming man gets probation for hitting wolf with snowmobile, bringing it into bar

A Wyoming judge has sentenced a man to 18 months of probation for hitting a wolf with a snowmobile and bringing the hurt animal into a bar before killing it

ABC News 9 Apr 2026 3:13 am

You can read PDFs and articles on your Kindle: How to send all kinds of files to your device

Ever wish you could read that long article or a PDF on your Kindle? Here's how you can do that in seconds.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 2:36 am

Jim Whittaker, first American to climb Everest, dies at 97

Jim Whittaker, who in 1963 became the first American to reach the top of Mount Everest, has died

ABC News 9 Apr 2026 1:55 am

Reports: Iran Recloses Strait of Hormuz After Israel Bombards Lebanon, Undermining Ceasefire

Israel has undermined a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran by bombing Lebanon, reportedly provoking Iran to reclose the Strait of Hormuz. ... The post Reports: Iran Recloses Strait of Hormuz After Israel Bombards Lebanon, Undermining Ceasefire appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 9 Apr 2026 1:43 am

Got an old Kindle? How to resurrect your e-reader with new books

I added new books to an ancient Kindle DX. Here's how you can breathe new life into your outdated e-reader.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 12:54 am

How to add EPUB, MOBI, and PDF files to your Kindle - follow my easy step-by-step

Struggling to transfer ebooks to your Kindle? Here's the step-by-step process for moving EPUB, MOBI, and PDF files to both new and old Kindle devices via both USB and Amazon's cloud.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 12:54 am

Your Kindle's not obsolete, it just needs a jailbreak - and I'll show you how it's done

You can transform your old Kindle - even a bricked device - into the ultimate open-source reader. Here's how.

ZDNet 9 Apr 2026 12:54 am

Attorney for man shot by ICE in California says his client did not try to run officers over

An attorney for a man shot by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during an arrest in California says his client did not try to run officers over with his car and disputed claims that he has a warrant out for his arrest in El Salvador

ABC News 9 Apr 2026 12:51 am

FBI Budget Proposal Advances Pre-crime Domestic Counterterrorism Framework

In the preemptive framework, beliefs can be recast as indicators of terrorism, and expressing them can be enough to draw the FBI's scrutiny. ... The post FBI Budget Proposal Advances Pre-crime Domestic Counterterrorism Framework appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 9 Apr 2026 12:11 am

Southwest Airlines, once known for its free bags perk, hikes fees amid higher jet fuel costs

Southwest Airlines said Wednesday it is raising its checked baggage fees by $10 less than a year after ending its famous bags fly free policy

ABC News 9 Apr 2026 12:06 am

Android users can get up to $100 each from this class action suit - see if you're eligible

The suit alleges that Google sent data over cellular connections without your permission. Here's how to file for your share.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 11:25 pm

AI and the Cashless Society: Freedom or Slavery?

With digital ID, government will decide what you can and cannot buy, where and when you may travel, and every other aspect of your life. ... The post AI and the Cashless Society: Freedom or Slavery? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 8 Apr 2026 11:17 pm

Amazon is ending support for 8 Kindle models next month: Is yours on the list?

Starting in May, you won't be able to access the Kindle Store from your older device. Here are your best alternatives.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 10:57 pm

California Supreme Court orders sheriff to pause investigation and preserve seized ballots

The California Supreme Court has ordered a county sheriff who seized more than half a million 2025 election ballots to pause his probe into election fraud allegations while the judges review the legal challenge against it

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 10:55 pm

Home Depot's Spring Black Friday sale starts this week: Here's what to know

Home Depot is discounting everything from grills to patio furniture to outdoor power equipment. Here's everything to know before you shop.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 10:30 pm

Enforce the Sixth Amendment: Speedy Trials, Not Excuses for Delay

Elected officials should punish real crime, enforce immigration law, and equip judges and DAs to administer justice promptly and fairly. ... The post Enforce the Sixth Amendment: Speedy Trials, Not Excuses for Delay appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 8 Apr 2026 10:19 pm

The 10 most popular products ZDNET readers bought last month (including a tiny storage option)

From phone cases to USB-C gear, these are the top tech gadgets and useful items our readers actually purchased last month.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 10:19 pm

How a burner email can protect your inbox - setting one up one is easy and free

Using your primary email address everywhere can be risky. A temporary and disposable burner email address offers a safer alternative.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 10:12 pm

A timeline of the investigation of the Gilgo Beach killings

In 2010, police searching for a missing woman began finding human remains in the scrub along a barrier island parkway near New Yorks Gilgo Beach

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 10:08 pm

Here's where things stand after a tentative, 2-week Iran ceasefire took effect

The ceasefire reached Wednesday has raised hopes of halting hostilities between Iran, Israel and the United States, but many issues remain unresolved

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 9:16 pm

How I sync my smart thermostat with off-peak hour rates to reduce electricity costs

It's easy to stay comfortable while saving money thanks to these helpful IFTTT automations.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 9:08 pm

I tested the Suunto Spark earbuds for a month: Why air conduction audio is a winner

Suunto's new air conduction earbuds have replaced my bone conduction headphones during workouts, especially when I want a better audio experience.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 7:30 pm

I tested a portable wind turbine for 2 years: Why it's my backup, not a solar replacement

My years of hands-on testing show that while solar energy is straightforward, portable wind turbines require constant management to stay efficient.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 7:10 pm

A project to save rural synagogues grows from Maine to Montana

The Center for Small Town Jewish Life at Colby College is growing as Passover ends this year

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 7:10 pm

Oil prices plunge toward $90 a barrel and US stocks surge 2.7% after US and Iran reach a ceasefire

Stock markets are surging worldwide, and oil prices are plunging back toward $90 per barrel after President Donald Trump pulled back from his threat to force a whole civilization to die in the war with Iran

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 7:08 pm

Sonos Play vs. Sonos Move 2: Why I'd go with the $200 cheaper Bluetooth speaker

Can't decide between the Sonos Play and Move 2? It's easy for me. One is far less expensive, has a 24-hour battery, and a IP67 rating.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 6:58 pm

Converted Church For Yuppie Douchebags

Own a piece of history while lording your precious uniqueness over everyone around you with this wildly impractical $2 million statement home. Reference #70369 The post Converted Church For Yuppie Douchebags appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

Usha Vance Catches Husband Measuring Her Skull Again

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theonion 8 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

International Chess Federation Adds Race Car Piece

LAUSANNE, SWITZERLANDIn what scholars have called the largest shake-up of the games rule set in centuries, the International Chess Federation announced Tuesday that it was adding a race car piece to the playing board.In all officially sanctioned matches played from today forward, the pawn immediately in front of a players king will be replaced with [] The post International Chess Federation Adds Race Car Piece appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

J.K. Rowling EscapesInsane Asylum

LONDONUrging the public to remain calm as authorities worked to recapture the mentally disturbed individual, city officials confirmed Monday that novelist J.K. Rowling had escaped from a London insane asylum. At 7:33 this morning, medical staff reportedly discovered the Harry Potter author and outspoken anti-trans activist had broken out of her padded, maximum-security cell at [] The post J.K. Rowling EscapesInsane Asylum appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

I just found a hidden Google Photos tool that clears storage in seconds - how it works

Google Photos now lets you swipe left and right to keep or delete photos and clear up space, though it's Android-only.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 5:54 pm

Route 66, a quintessential American road trip, turns 100

One of the world's most famous highways marks its centennial this year

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 5:08 pm

Trump is expected to meet NATO leader Rutte as he muses about pulling out of the military alliance

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is expected to meet with President Donald Trump to try to smooth over the presidents anger with the military alliance over the Iran war

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 5:06 pm

I found a 'DISM' command that reclaims Windows 11 system storage - but you'll have to use it wisely

A feature called Reserved Storage retains a small amount of storage for updates - here's how to disable it, and when it makes the most sense to do so.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 4:46 pm

The best Windows laptops of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

We've gone hands-on with dozens of Windows laptops, evaluating their performance, portability, and value. Here are our top picks.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 2:31 pm

Eight states, three time zones and a ton of history: Take a trip down Route 66 as it turns 100

Route 66 turns 100 this year, making the legendary road ripe for an American road trip

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 1:15 pm

Rex Heuermann to plead guilty in the Gilgo Beach killings, ending long search for a serial killer

A Long Island architect accused in a string of long-unsolved slayings known as the Gilgo Beach killings is expected to plead guilty, closing a case that bedeviled investigators, agonized victims relatives and tantalized a true-crime obsessed public fo...

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 11:55 am

How Trump went from threatening Iran's annihilation to agreeing to a two-week ceasefire with Tehran

President Donald Trump over the course of a day went from threatening Iran with annihilation to proclaiming that the battered Islamic Republics leadership had presented a workable plan that led him to agree to a two-week ceasefire

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 11:48 am

Trial to begin over fatal Los Angeles police shooting of 14-year-old girl in 2021

A wrongful-death lawsuit filed against the Los Angeles Police Department for an officers fatal shooting of a 14-year-old in a clothing store is set to begin trial

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 11:39 am

Winning numbers drawn in Tuesdays Mega Millions

The winning numbers in Tuesday evenings drawing of the Mega Millions game were: 05-15-22-33-37, Mega Ball: 2, Megaplier:

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 10:43 am

Bahrain sounds its missile alert alarm hours after U.S. and Iran said they agreed on a 2-week ceasefire in the war

Bahrain sounds its missile alert alarm hours after U.S. and Iran said they agreed on a 2-week ceasefire in the war

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 10:30 am

Democratic-backed Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, growing liberal majority

Democratic-backed candidate Chris Taylor has won election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 9:32 am

Former Marine charged in mass shooting is ordered to undergo psychiatric treatment

A judge has ordered a wounded North Carolina Marine veteran charged with murder to undergo psychiatric treatment

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 9:09 am

Travelers to face limits on how many chargers they can carry on flight

Travelers will soon face restrictions on how many portable chargers they can carry on a flight as airlines continue to try to reduce the risk of another lithium battery fire aboard their jets

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 7:13 am

Bible stories would be part of a new Texas public schools reading list drawing attention

Biblical stories like Jonah and the whale would be required reading for Texas public schools students under proposals that are putting the state at the center of another contentious wrangling over the role of religion in classrooms

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 7:04 am

Pebblebee Halo vs. AirTag: One of these trackers has a 130dB siren and strobe light

The Pebblebee Halo isn't your ordinary tag; it's a complete personal safety device.

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 6:32 am

Trump Attacks Low-IQ Carlson for Suggesting That U.S. Will Nuke Iran

President Trump says podcaster Tucker Carlson is low-IQ and doesn't know what's going on after Carlson's criticism of Trump's Iran policy. ... The post Trump Attacks Low-IQ Carlson for Suggesting That U.S. Will Nuke Iran appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 8 Apr 2026 4:25 am

Rhode Island Moves Toward Gun Confiscation

Rhode Island lawmakers are considering a bill that would criminalize possession so-called assault weapons, turning gun owners into felons. ... The post Rhode Island Moves Toward Gun Confiscation appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 8 Apr 2026 3:28 am

Downed U.S. Airman Rescued From Iran

A U.S. Air Force officer who went missing after his fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued, with the CIA having developed a deception plan to buy time for the high stakes operation. What do you think? The post Downed U.S. Airman Rescued From Iran appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 Apr 2026 3:12 am

Judge tosses PETA's lawsuit against the American Kennel Club over dog breed health

PETAs lawsuit over the health of French bulldogs and some other popular dog breeds has been dismissed

ABC News 8 Apr 2026 1:18 am

Trump: Iranian Civilization to Be Obliterated Tonight. Calls for 25th Amendment Removal Continue

President Trumps continuing deranged threats against Iran have inspired call for his removal from office on 25th Amendment grounds. ... The post Trump: Iranian Civilization to Be Obliterated Tonight. Calls for 25th Amendment Removal Continue appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 8 Apr 2026 1:07 am

China and Russia Are Helping Iran: Reports

Reports suggest the war in Iran is a conflict between the U.S. and Israel on one side and Iran with help from China and Russia on the other. ... The post China and Russia Are Helping Iran: Reports appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 8 Apr 2026 12:49 am

LG C6 vs. LG C5: I compared two generations of OLED TVs, and it was pretty darn close

The LG C6 is a refreshed version of the brand's flagship OLED TV, but is it worth upgrading over the C5?

ZDNet 8 Apr 2026 12:25 am

Google Chrome's vertical tabs are here: How to opt in and use the new Reading Mode

Google's browser officially joins the vertical tab party. See what you've been missing.

ZDNet 7 Apr 2026 11:57 pm

Apple, Google, and Microsoft join Anthropic's Project Glasswing to defend world's most critical software

Is this AI's Manhattan Project? Twelve tech rivals are banding together and using Anthropic's unreleased Mythos model to find thousands of vulnerabilities before adversaries do.

ZDNet 7 Apr 2026 11:30 pm

Planet Labs Restricts Iran War Images Following U.S. Government Request

Imaging company Planet Labs announced to its customers it is no longer openly posting imagery from Iran and nearby war zones. ... The post Planet Labs Restricts Iran War Images Following U.S. Government Request appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 7 Apr 2026 10:49 pm

Treated like a king, then smacked into the heavens: Considering the American baseball

The baseball is a curious object

ABC News 7 Apr 2026 10:22 pm

Snob Doesnt Think Audiobook Counts As Real Porn

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theonion 7 Apr 2026 9:35 pm

Artemis II Astronaut Decapitated By Telephone Pole After Sticking Head Out Window

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theonion 7 Apr 2026 9:32 pm

Why I returned to Enlightenment Linux after 30 years: Testing the new Elive beta

This Debian-based distro brings back the old-school desktop environment but shrugs off the boring UI. I just wish I could've tried voice control.

ZDNet 7 Apr 2026 9:26 pm

Trump Terminates Agreements Requiring Schools to Enable Transgenderism

Most of us have heard about the scores (or more) of genders social engineers have conjured up. Thanks to the Trump administration, however, school officials will no longer have to identify as a particular one: pandergender. This is because the administrations Department of Education is terminating coercive, Obama/Biden-era agreements compelling schools to affirm troubled students ... The post Trump Terminates Agreements Requiring Schools to Enable Transgenderism appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 7 Apr 2026 9:14 pm

University of Wisconsin system regents set to meet behind closed doors to consider firing president

Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman could lose his job Tuesday night

ABC News 7 Apr 2026 9:13 pm

I tried Google Photos' new AI Enhance tool: How it crops, relights, and fixes your shots - sometimes

Now rolling out to Android users globally, AI Enhance uses generative AI to improve your photos instantly. Here's how to use it, and where it falls short.

ZDNet 7 Apr 2026 8:46 pm

Bari Weiss Attempts To Boost Ratings By Kidnapping Tony Dokoupils Mom

NEW YORKIn a desperate ploy aimed at playing on the sympathies of concerned viewers, CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss reportedly attempted to boost ratings for her struggling programs this week by kidnapping the mother of evening anchor Tony Dokoupil. Im not going to hurt you, Ms. Dokoupil, but youll be staying with me at least [] The post Bari Weiss Attempts To Boost Ratings By Kidnapping Tony Dokoupils Mom appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 7 Apr 2026 8:33 pm

The War on God: A History

The Deep State effort to undermine liberty and build a totalitarian system of global governance has always been a diabolical spiritual movement at its core, explains The New American magazines Alex Newman in this episode of Behind The Deep State. From Lucifers rebellion seeking to overthrow God, to humanitys defiance in building the Tower of ... The post The War on God: A History appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 7 Apr 2026 8:30 pm

Did you know NYC once flew helicopters from skyscraper rooftops to airports in 1965? Heres how it all went wrong

Atop New Yorks Pan Am Building, a rooftop helipad briefly hosted scheduled helicopter flights, aiming to connect Midtown Manhattan with nearby airports. The experiment ended after a fatal crash highlighted the dangers of operating aircraft in a dense urban environment, compounded by high costs and persistent noise, bringing the ambitious project to an early close.

The Times of India 7 Apr 2026 8:02 pm

How I calibrated my subwoofer placement for peak impact in awkward room setups

Adding a subwoofer to your home theater is exciting, but not every room is a perfect square designed for subwoofers.

ZDNet 7 Apr 2026 8:00 pm

Asus' latest flagship laptop competes with the MacBook Air, but not how you'd think

Asus' 16-inch follow-up to last year's featherweight A14 takes a different approach, but whether it works depends on who you ask.

ZDNet 7 Apr 2026 7:30 pm

Vance arrives in Hungary hoping to boost Orbn's election campaign

U.S. Vice President JD Vance is in Hungary to support Prime Minister Viktor Orbn's campaign ahead of a pivotal election

ABC News 7 Apr 2026 6:50 pm

I tested the AirPods Max 2, Sony XM6, and Bose Ultra 2: Why Bose is my top pick

I've worn the latest over-ear headphones from Apple, Sony, and Bose in real-world settings. Here's how they compare.

ZDNet 7 Apr 2026 6:32 pm

Dad Turns Up Skyrizi Commercial

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theonion 7 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

Pete Hegseth Laid On Side For Cabinet Meeting

WASHINGTONIn an effort to keep his airways clear while his colleagues discussed foreign policy, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was laid on his side for a Cabinet meeting Friday, according to sources within the White House.Hey, Scott [Bessent], could you grab us a couple towels to support his head and soak up some of [] The post Pete Hegseth Laid On Side For Cabinet Meeting appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 7 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

Unclear Where Girlfriend Keeps Making All These Friends

CINCINNATIUnable to provide an explanation for the womans rich social life, area man Jason Hellerman told reporters Tuesday that it was unclear where his girlfriend, Jess Mikkel, kept making all these friends.Jess definitely knows Sarah from work and Kim from book club, but other than that, its a mystery where her friends are coming from, [] The post Unclear Where Girlfriend Keeps Making All These Friends appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 7 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

Samantha Irizarry and Isaac Porter

The couple were wed Saturday in a ceremony attended by both of their future spouses. The post Samantha Irizarry and Isaac Porter appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 7 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

US soldier trying to halt wife's deportation after she was detained on Louisiana military base

A U.S. Army staff sergeant is trying to halt his Honduras-born wifes deportation after she was detained inside a military base just days after their wedding

ABC News 7 Apr 2026 11:17 am

Oklahoma City police officers placed on leave over April Fools' Day 911 call to dispatchers

Some Oklahoma City police officers have been placed on administrative leave after a false report was made to dispatchers on April Fools Day that someone had thrown a baby from a moving vehicle

ABC News 7 Apr 2026 11:17 am

Trial is ending for doctor accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliff-side hike in Hawaii

The trial of a Hawaii anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliff-side hike last year is coming to an end

ABC News 7 Apr 2026 11:14 am