US rent-to-own customers could get refunds in proposed $183.5m settlement
In a significant development, consumers in 43 US states will receive a total of $183.5 million in refunds and debt relief from Acima Digital, following allegations of deceptive advertising linked to rental-purchase agreements. This settlement promises automatic restitution and lease forgiveness for those affected, alongside a commitment from Acima to improve their advertising transparency, pending court approval in Pennsylvania.
Alex Murdaugh wants murder indictments dismissed, saying agent lied to grand jury
Alex Murdaugh's attorneys are going back to court, this time trying to get his original murder indictments dismissed
US court orders release of Cuban father held by ICE for nearly six months
Appeal Extends Property Dispute: Alabama Power appeals; easement case remains unresolved
Fallout from the Nvidia scandal may dampen the exuberance around the AI boom
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huangs stunning resignation has sent ripples throughout the global technology industry, with competitors itching to take advantage of the uncertainty surrounding the chip giant
Democratic political group launches new push to shape AI agenda ahead of 2028
A Democratic political group is launching a new push to find ways to meet voters' concerns about artificial intelligence ahead of the 2028 presidential election
Democrats flock to Denver for a post-midterms introspection-turned-celebration
Democratic officials and strategists have gathered in Denver to celebrate their best electoral performance in 50 years and plan their next steps
George Michaels final years were spent in a secluded 16th-cen. Thames cottage
Rapper Swae Lee sells a $4.35 million Miami mansion after buying it for $4.25 million in 2023
Class Dismissed: Public Schools Keep Losing Students
The steepest public school enrollment drop since the 1970s shows no sign of ending. Meanwhile, homeschooling is on the rise. ... The post Class Dismissed: Public Schools Keep Losing Students appeared first on The New American .
Montana Supreme Court rules 10 extra driving miles aren't enough to change a father's custody plan
Homeowner accused of cutting down over 16 mature trees for a better ocean view
Trump Kicks Vance Out of Iran Talks, Says No Deal Needed
Trump said Vance doesnt need to focus on talks with Iran, since no deal is needed because weve got their Strait. ... The post Trump Kicks Vance Out of Iran Talks, Says No Deal Needed appeared first on The New American .
Cargo ship strikes bridge between New Jersey and Philadelphia, lawmaker says, causing major backups
A cargo ship has struck a bridge between Palmyra, New Jersey, and Philadelphia, according to a Pennsylvania lawmaker
Ex-Oklahoma death row inmate Richard Glossip pleads guilty to lesser charge in 1997 murder
Former Oklahoma death row prisoner Richard Glossip pleads guilty to a lesser charge after nearly 30 years in prison
Indiana man's pedal pub injury claim barred by waiver signed before tour
Washington Airbnb guest stays for months after 32-day booking; owner wins case
Pope Leo XIV returns to his adopted home and other top photos from Latin America and the Caribbean
Pope Leo XIV returned to the continent where he spent two decades as a missionary priest and learned to become a pastor, visiting Uruguay, Argentina and his second homeland of Peru. In Paraguay, former Vice President Pedro Alliana was sworn in as president to complete the term of his predecessor, Santiago Pea, who was impeached earlier the same day over alleged misconduct in office. Here's a look at the week in Latin America and the Caribbean through the lenses of AP photographers.
Fake funeral fundraiser shows $16,000 raised; Atlanta boy's family gets nothing
Texas divorce: Wife awarded $411,000 house and $175,000 payment, court upholds
A Texas divorce appeal has shed light on property disputes between Joshua Peacock and Stephanie Ann Samples. The court confirmed that a rental property and a family business must be classified as community property. While Peacock asserted that the rental house was a gift from his father, he did not provide adequate proof.
Trump Calls On American Gladiators To Finish Iran War
WASHINGTONDeclaring that the time had come for the nations mightiest warriors to at last achieve a decisive victory in the Persian Gulf,President Donald Trump called upon the American Gladiators on Thursday to finish the Iran War. I am hereby requesting that our most muscular fighting men and women grab their double-padded jousting sticks, head to [] The post Trump Calls On American Gladiators To Finish Iran War appeared first on The Onion .
Trump bluntly tells JD Vance to shift focus from Iran to targeting 'corruption and crime' at home
President Donald Trump has urged Vice President JD Vance to shift focus from the Iran war to tackling corruption and crime in Democratic-controlled areas
Texas appeals court overturns order barring granddaughter from family trust property
Texas turned a demolished 6,620-foot bridge into a 320-acre artificial reef
Chinese Spy Running Out Of Excuses Not To Hang Out With JD Vance
WASHINGTONSaying he was grasping at straws in his efforts to avoid spending any more one-on-one time with the American vice president, Chinese spy Simon Li told reporters Monday he was running out of excuses not to hang out with JD Vance.I dont know when JD is going to take the hint that I have no [] The post Chinese Spy Running Out Of Excuses Not To Hang Out With JD Vance appeared first on The Onion .
White House Threatens Criminal Scrutiny Over Democrats
What happens when the officials Congress constitutionally must oversee threaten to investigate the investigators? ... The post White House Threatens Criminal Scrutiny Over Democrats Planned Investigations appeared first on The New American .
Marco Rubio spent over $1.2m in taxpayer-funded flights to attend son's college games
Richard Posner, prolific legal scholar and outspoken appeals court judge, dies at 87
Former federal appellate judge Richard Posner, a prodigious legal scholar who pioneered the use of economic theory to resolve legal questions, has died
A Florida chimpanzee sanctuary cut off by flooding; uses drone to deliver food to a stranded chimp
Jack Lowden Interviews For James Bond Job With AI Amazon Recruiter
LONDONHis heart sinking as he realized he hadnt even been given the dignity of speaking with a real human being, actor Jack Lowden reportedly interviewed for Amazons open James Bond position on Thursday with an AI recruiter. Um, yeah, its always been a dream of mine to play 007, and Id love to bring my [] The post Jack Lowden Interviews For James Bond Job With AI Amazon Recruiter appeared first on The Onion .
Mark Wahlberg's charity marks 25 years, distributing nearly $20m to help disadvantaged children
Oklahoma Bans Marrying For Love
OKLAHOMA CITYIn what is being hailed as a massive win for the states conservative lawmakers, the Oklahoma Legislature approved a new measure Tuesday that strictly bans marrying for love.Marriage should be a holy union between a man and a woman who wants to aggressively procreate, not a couple who shares a profound romantic bond, Gov. [] The post Oklahoma Bans Marrying For Love appeared first on The Onion .
DOGE cuts cost tribes $470M, gutting funding for climate projects
Two new reports from the Brookings Institution reveal the Department of Government Efficiency made significant cuts to tribal communities
Mississippi woman loses insurance appeal after $440,092 fire damage estimate
A Mississippi homeowner faced disappointment when her appeal for full insurance coverage following a 2023 fire was denied by a federal appeals court. Despite presenting 1,385 pages of evidence to contest her insurer's damage estimate of $440,092, the Fifth Circuit upheld the previous court's decision, highlighting the obstacles homeowners encounter in insurance disputes and concluding her quest for a fairer compensation.
Texas man loses home ownership claim despite $287,000 transfer to partner
A legal battle came to an end for a Texas entrepreneur who aimed to claim ownership of a property. The appellate court upheld the original ruling, stating that the evidence presented was inadequate to support a resulting trust. The testimony regarding a large bank transaction fell short of validating ownership, and the strict probate regulations limited the ability to appeal. Consequently, Karrie Peterson's estate retains the property.
Census Bureau: U.S. Foreign-born Population Stagnated or Declined in 2025-26
The numbers show a stark reversal of prior trends and indicate the impact of President Trumps immigration policies. ... The post Census Bureau: U.S. Foreign-born Population Stagnated or Declined in 2025-26 appeared first on The New American .
Missouri father's $20,000 bankruptcy deal leaves $12,970 debt to ex-wife
A Missouri appeals court ruled that a father still owed his ex-wife $12,969.85 despite paying $20,000 under a bankruptcy settlement. The court found that his earlier payments had been wrongly counted twice and ordered a fresh review of additional child support and children's expenses.
US jobless claims tick up to 200,000 but remain low by historic standards
Jobless claims in the United States increased to 200,000 but remain at historically low levels. Employers are adding an average of 86,000 jobs monthly, which is significantly better than last year. Layoffs have become rare, indicating enhanced job security for workers across various sectors. Consumer spending stays strong and investment in artificial intelligence contributes to economic growth.
Australian teen, 17, found alive after six days lost in bushland without food
A 17-year-old boy named William went missing while camping and survived for six days in the bushland. He was separated from his friend and lacked a mobile phone, food, and water. Hundreds of volunteers and police searched the area, focusing on challenging terrain and dense vegetation. Eventually, a helicopter spotted his fishing tackle box, leading to his rescue beside a creek.
In 1972, flight attendant survived 10,160m fall after bomb tore plane apart
On January 26, 1972, a tragic incident involved a Yugoslav Airlines flight which broke apart in midair above Czechoslovakia. Flight attendant Vesna Vulovic experienced an extraordinary survival, enduring a fall from over 10,000 meters while trapped inside the wreckage. Although she faced serious injuries, her remarkable recovery led to her being featured in Guinness World Records.
Mississippi landlord's $99,468 rent suit against youth sports group revived
A Mississippi appeals court has revived a landlord's $99,468 lawsuit against a couple over alleged unpaid rent and unfinished repairs. It ruled that the lower court wrongly dismissed the complaint without a request from the couple for summary judgment in their favour. The court has not decided whether they owe the money.
ST. LOUISAmid speculation over local sister Megan Hogans new inclination for establishing boundaries, sources confirmed Thursday that her therapist must have been the one to put her up to this. Theres no way shed ask to get coffee to discuss our narcissistic tendencies if her therapist didnt suggest it, said Hogans sibling, claiming there was [] The post Report: Sisters Therapist Must Have Put Her Up To This appeared first on The Onion .
BOULDER, COSaying that the diseases sudden onset had completely upended his life, local man Jared Houk spoke to reporters Tuesday about the rare disorder that was causing his immune system to attack Portugal.I was a completely healthy 30-year-old man until one day my body freaked out and started identifying the Portuguese as invaders, said Houk, [] The post Rare Disorder Causes Mans Immune System To Attack Portugal appeared first on The Onion .
My Great-Grandparents Immigrated The Right Way By Killing 2 Americans
It might surprise you given my politics, but I have no problem with immigrants. Personally, I think America should welcome anyone who crosses our borders to make a better life for themselves. However, people who enter this country should do so through the proper channels. Its that simple. If you want to come here, do [] The post My Great-Grandparents Immigrated The Right Way By Killing 2 Americans And Assuming Their Identity appeared first on The Onion .
Indian-origin Texas man charged for killing parents, grandmother: State won't seek death penalty
Texas boy raised by foster family since infancy; court ends mother's rights
A Texas child, who has known only his foster parents for over four years since being placed in care, sees a significant legal victory. The Texas Fourteenth Court of Appeals confirmed a lower court's decision to end the biological mother's parental rights, emphasizing that the foster parents have a rightful claim to pursue adoption. The ruling also highlighted that updated affidavit stipulations are irrelevant to this specific situation.
Jimmy Carter's family sells 2,500 acres of Georgia farmland for conservation
Former Yankees manager Joe Torre's childhood inspires charity for abused children
Father charged after baby found buried alive in dog crate
Executions in Oklahoma and Texas include a father who beheaded 3 children
Two men are set to be executed in the United States, one in Oklahoma for the fatal shooting of his girlfriends estranged husband and the other in Texas for the stabbing and beheading of the three young children
Court rejects Virginia couple's claim over highway expansion near their home
US Supreme Court rejects Roberto Clemente sons $45 million license plate appeal
Clemente's sons lose Supreme Court appeal over Puerto Rico's use of his image
This American town has a single resident and she is the Mayor, bartender and an entire government
Oklahoma court upholds rental ban; homeowner faces $8,528 in fines
Colorado pizza driver receives $76,000 after delivering wrong order
Gazas Health Ministry says an Israeli strike on a hospital killed 6 people
Gazas Health Ministry says an Israeli strike on a hospital killed 6 people
13 State AGs Warn Britain, Netherlands, to Drop
More than a dozen Israel-First state attorneys general have warned the Netherlands and Great Britain that their anti-Israel trade sanctions might invite retaliation. ... The post 13 State AGs Warn Britain, Netherlands, to Drop Anti-Israel Sanctions on West Bank Settlements appeared first on The New American .
House approves bill to boost compensation for many veterans, with some floor drama
The House has passed a major package of veterans bills on Veterans Day but not without confusion and controversy
Black University of Mississippi students wrestle with forgiveness in wake of racist gestures
Three Black University of Mississippi students who shared a now-viral Ring camera video of two white students making monkeylike sounds and gestures outside their front door say they only received an apology from one person
Peanut the squirrel's former owner has been detained by ICE and could be deported
When New York wildlife officers euthanized a couples pet squirrel, Peanut, two years ago, Republicans including JD Vance slammed the critters killing as another example of government overreach from meddling Democrats
Texas woman wins $100,000 legal-fee award in backyard office dispute with HOA
Texas estate in forged-deed dispute allowed to drop claims against later buyer
In a contentious case involving allegations of forgery against Malachite Venture Corporation, the Texas First Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Doctor R.K. Dhingra's estate, allowing it to withdraw its claims. This decision overturned the trial court's earlier ruling, reinforcing that plaintiffs can withdraw claims before a judgment is reached, despite Malachite's objections regarding its counterclaims.
The Incoming Democrats: Are Hatred and Revenge a Strategy?
Fresh off a historically large victory, you might think Democrats would be jubilant. Instead, they're spewing hate and planning revenge. ... The post The Incoming Democrats: Are Hatred and Revenge a Strategy? appeared first on The New American .
Ohio man challenges $23,161 share after co-owner gets $171,635 from property sale
Keanu Reeves seeks restraining order after intruder leaves DNA kit at LA home
After 17 years, California pier walk raises record $3.3 million with celebrity supporters in 2026
Pennsylvania mother-daughter property feud ends with $245,568 in court awards
Missing South Carolina infant rescued after being buried alive in a dog crate for 24 hours
A missing 11-month-old infant was rescued after being buried alive in a dog crate in South Carolina
SS United States, 1952 speed-record liner, set to become giant Florida reef
Katie Zacharia reportedly seeks return as White House press secretary after 5-day stint
Louisiana court restores man's will leaving entire estate to wife after six children challenge it
Allegations of Secret Gulf Funds Revive Scrutiny of Jared Kushner
The claims about Kushner raise questions about influence, disclosure, and the unusual structure of U.S. diplomacy under President Donald Trump. ... The post Allegations of Secret Gulf Funds Revive Scrutiny of Jared Kushner appeared first on The New American .
Biden says he wouldn't have run for a second term in 2024 if he knew he had cancer
Joe Biden says he didn't know he had cancer while he was president and wouldn't have sought a second term if he'd already been diagnosed
House Shelves Hegseth Impeachment, Exposing Washington
In refusing to vote on the impeachment, Congress demonstrated just how little appetite either party has for confronting executive overreach. ... The post House Shelves Hegseth Impeachment, Exposing Washingtons Uniparty appeared first on The New American .
Michigan Police's $127,500 AI camera deal exposed; never installed, students raise privacy concerns
Louisiana appeals court revives father's will after six of his nine children challenge signatures
Jane Seymour refuses to leave Malibu home despite repeated wildfire scares
