How indirect prompt injection attacks on AI work - and 6 ways to shut them down
Cybercriminals are tricking AI into leaking your data, executing code, and sending you to malicious sites. Here's how.
Minnesota state lawmakers want to know what Rep. Ilhan Omar knows about the massive welfare/food fraud scheme run by Somalis in the state. ... The post Minn. Lawmakers Want Answer From Omar on Food Fraud; Financial Disclosure Amended; Fake Winery Shut Down appeared first on The New American .
DeleteMe review: A (mostly) hands-off service for cleaning up your digital footprint
Tools like DeleteMe help remove your personal info online. Here's what they get right - and wrong.
President Donald Trump warned Iran today that the U.S. Navy would destroy boats that are laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. ... The post Trump Orders Navy to Destroy Iranian Boats Mining Strait of Hormuz, Reposted Column That Advocates More Killing appeared first on The New American .
US charges 2 Chinese nationals with managing cyberscam compound in Myanmar
Two Chinese nationals face charges in the U.S. that they managed a sprawling compound in Myanmar where authorities say workers were forced to participate in cryptocurrency investment fraud scams
What to know about a kidnapping case involving a child flown back to the US from Cuba
A couple from Utah face parental kidnapping charges after being accused of taking a 10-year-old child to Cuba amid a complicated custody fight involving the childs gender identity
6 plead guilty and 1 found not guilty in Mississippi drug trafficking bribery scheme
Six current or former Mississippi law officers have pleaded guilty to charges arising from what prosecutors described as a drug trafficking bribery scheme
Offshore wind farms take shape along Rhode Island's coast, even as Trump wants to stop them
Offshore wind turbines roughly three times the height of the Statue of Liberty were spinning off the coast of Rhode Island on Thursday, sending clean electricity to the region
The Lefts War on Comedy Is No Laughing Matter
The people who seize firearms and would even ban hunting knives want to control all the potent weapons including humor. ... The post The Lefts War on Comedy Is No Laughing Matter appeared first on The New American .
This high-tech eye massager makes a great Mother's Day gift - and it's on sale
The Renpho Eye Massager can help alleviate piercing headaches and migraines - and it's 23% off at Amazon right now.
Walls Closing In On Toddler Who Claimed TV Broke Itself
SAN JOSE, CAWith his explanation collapsing within seconds under the scrutiny of his parents, local toddler Timmy Herman reportedly felt the walls closing in on him Thursday after he claimed the TV broke itself. So youre telling me you just walked into the living room and the TV shattered all on its own? said the [] The post Walls Closing In On Toddler Who Claimed TV Broke Itself appeared first on The Onion .
North Carolina woman held on $10M bond in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue members
A North Carolina woman has been charged in an alleged conspiracy to attack a Texas synagogue
Michigan is off the hook in lawsuit over 2020 dam collapse that flooded communities
Michigan regulators have been cleared of liability in a 2020 dam failure that flooded communities, destroyed more than 100 homes and drained a popular summer lake
School buses should all have alcohol tests to avoid drunken driving, NTSB recommends
The National Transportation Safety Board said Thursday that all new school buses should be equipped with alcohol detection systems to ensure drivers are not intoxicated
Samsung Micro RGB vs. QLED vs. OLED: I compared all three and found a surprising winner
Samsung now has TVs with Micro RGB, QLED, and OLED displays. Here are the pros and cons of each, informed by our lab testing.
Federal authorities arrest 2 dozen Mexican Mafia members and associates in California
Federal authorities say they've arrested nearly two dozen members and associates of the Mexican Mafia during a crackdown across Southern California
USF police seek help after 2 doctoral students from Bangladesh vanish in Tampa
Two University of South Florida doctoral students have gone missing, and authorities are seeking help to find them
Want free e-books? Stuff Your Kindle Day has 150+ titles discounted - today only
This popular sale lets you download free e-books on any e-reader (not just Kindle) and keep them forever.
Apple just fixed an iOS flaw exploited by the FBI - here's what happened
The latest iOS 26.4.2 update resolves a vulnerability that allowed the FBI to retrieve deleted text messages from a user's Signal app.
Southern US wildfires force residents to flee, leaving them unsure if their homes are standing
Wildfires tearing through the South this week have forced hundreds of residents in Georgia to flee in minutes
5 easy ways you wouldn't think to automate your home - but you really should
I automated several everyday gadgets, and now my home runs so much smoother.
The best SEO reporting software of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
Looking for better ways to track and present your SEO performance? We've tested the best SEO reporting software, including Semrush, Ahrefs, and SE Ranking.
Built for a hostile internet: Canonical VP of Engineering on Ubuntu 26.04 LTS
He also says Ubuntu's Rust rollout has been a 'rip-roaring success.'
I paired headphones to my streaming stick for the first time - and fixed a big TV annoyance
If you have a Bluetooth-supported TV or streaming stick, you can connect any wireless headphones to watch content without distracting others.
98% of IT leaders want digital sovereignty: Now SUSE is operationalizing it for companies everywhere
I've followed SUSE for decades. Here's how it's helping organizations control data and avoid lock-in.
Spain Legalizes Half a Million Illegal Aliens. Is Europe Committing Suicide?
Spains mass amnesty is reminiscent of the late Roman Empire in A.D. 376, when Rome provided asylum to a large horde of Goths. ... The post Spain Legalizes Half a Million Illegal Aliens. Is Europe Committing Suicide? appeared first on The New American .
What To Know About Tariff Refunds
Following a Supreme Court ruling striking down Trumps tariffs, the administration has begun the process of allowing businesses to apply for refunds. Heres what you need to know about tariff refunds. Q: Why did the Supreme Court rule against Trumps tariffs? A: The cult of personality surrounding 1913 Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan. Q: [] The post What To Know About Tariff Refunds appeared first on The Onion .
Trump Conducts Marathon Reading Of Arbys Menu In Appeal To Meat Lovers
WASHINGTONBowing his head as he solemnly recited the fast food offerings, President Donald Trump conducted a marathon reading of the Arbys menu Thursday in an effort to appeal to the nations meat lovers. French Dip Royale, Classic Beef N Cheddar, Double Beef N Cheddar, Half Pound Beef N Cheddarthats from the Arbys slow roasted beef [] The post Trump Conducts Marathon Reading Of Arbys Menu In Appeal To Meat Lovers appeared first on The Onion .
Study Finds Gen Z Drinking Fewer Flagons Of Mead Than Medieval Generations
ST. LOUISRevealing a drastic decline in regular honey-wine consumption among youths, a new study published by researchers at Saint Louis University found that Generation Z drinks far fewer flagons of mead than medieval generations did. We observed that, as opposed to their predecessors, young adults today seldom venture out to their local mead hall and [] The post Study Finds Gen Z Drinking Fewer Flagons Of Mead Than Medieval Generations appeared first on The Onion .
Tesla profits rose in the first quarter as Musk teases debut of new Roadster
Tesla's profit rose in the first quarter as its car sales rebounded from a sharp slump in 2025
Immigration officer is charged with assault after protest outside Colorado ICE facility, DA says
A Colorado district attorney has charged an immigration agent after a protester said she was held in a chokehold during demonstrations against the detention of an immigrant father and two children
Trump likes a naval blockade. But Iran presents big differences from Venezuela and Cuba
President Donald Trump has turned to naval blockades to pressure the governments of Venezuela, Cuba and now Iran to meet his demands
I switched to Samsung's $450 Galaxy phone from my OnePlus, and didn't regret it
The Galaxy A37 punches above its weight thanks to its upgraded cameras. But whether it's an upgrade or not depends on you.
SNAP benefits don't pay for rotisserie chicken. A bipartisan bill might change that
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators wants government food assistance programs to cover rotisserie chicken from grocery stores
Sonos Era 300 vs. Denon Home 400: Why I'm pulling the plug on the more popular speaker
Is the Denon Home 400 worth the extra cash? I tested it beside my Sonos Era 300, and here's my verdict.
The best Amazon Fire TV Stick VPNs of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
These tried-and-tested VPNs will work with your Amazon Fire TV Stick, giving you more privacy and freedom when streaming.
Senate passes budget plan for ICE and Border Patrol in bid to reopen Homeland Security Department
The Senate has taken the first steps in a new effort to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, voting to adopt a budget plan that would fund ICE and Border Patrol over Democratic objections
The best smart TV VPNs of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
Keep your browsing and streaming activities hidden from ISPs and expand your content libraries with a solid, secure, and fast VPN that works well with smart TVs.
Trump administration flies 10-year-old back from Cuba amid custody fight involving gender identity
The Trump administration has taken the unusual step of sending a government plane to Cuba to return a 10-year-old at the center of a complicated and contentious custody fight involving the childs gender identity
Pentagon says Navy Secretary John Phelan has left Trump administration, marking latest departure of a top defense leader
Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving in latest departure of a top defense leader
The Pentagon has abruptly announced that Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his job
No charges will be filed in the fatal shooting of 3 people at Detroit gas station
No charges will be filed in the fatal shootings of three people at a Detroit gas station after a middle-of-the-night car crash following an illegal drag racing event
Asian elephant calf makes her public debut at DC's National Zoo
The hottest new celebrity in Washington, D.C., is Asian elephant calf Linh Mai
Assault charge for immigration officer in Colorado could test immunity provisions for federal agents
The decision in Colorado to charge an immigration officer with assault after a protester was grabbed by the neck and pulled away could test the boundaries of immunity provisions for federal agents in the line of duty
Tiny town in North Carolina honors towering Andre The Giant with roadside marker
Wrestler and actor Andre The Giant is being honored with a roadside marker in a small town in North Carolina that was once his home
So you want to be Canadian, eh? Changes in immigration law will make it easier for Americans
Potentially millions of Americans suddenly have a much easier path to Canadian citizenship
Peru's defense and foreign ministers resign after the president stalls US military planes deal
Peru's defense and foreign ministers have resigned after the country's president stalled a $3.5 billion deal for U.S. F-16 fighter jets
Canada's prime minister says the US does not get to dictate terms for a trade agreement
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says that Washington cannot dictate the terms of the continental trade deal known as USMCA
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: I tried both, and this pair wins
The latest Samsung earbuds compete squarely with the flagship Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2. But are they better?
Southern Poverty Law Center Indicted on Charges Related to Funding Hate Groups
The Southern Poverty Law Center allegedly funneled more than $3 million to the very hate groups they claim to fight. ... The post Southern Poverty Law Center Indicted on Charges Related to Funding Hate Groups appeared first on The New American .
States Must Deal With AI Risks Despite Executive Order: Sen. Joe Nicola
Despite an executive order by President Donald Trump purporting to prohibit any state-level regulation or controls over Artificial Intelligence, state governments must put in place guardrails to ensure accountability and protect the public, explained Missouri Senator Joe Nicola (R) in this interview with The New American magazines Alex Newman on Conversations That Matter. Sen. Nicola ... The post States Must Deal With AI Risks Despite Executive Order: Sen. Joe Nicola appeared first on The New American .
Bloom Card vs. Brick: My verdict after trying both gadgets to cut screen time
Should you buy a Bloom Card to lower your phone usage? I tried it for weeks, and here's my verdict.
Democrats win in Virginia but it won't be the final say in a national redistricting competition
Democrats are celebrating an election win in Virginia that could put them slightly ahead in the national redistricting competition that President Donald Trump triggered in an attempt to preserve his partys House majority in this years midterms
The shadowy SIM farms behind those incessant scam texts - and how to stay safe
These fraud factories operate quietly to support large-scale scamming and phishing. Here's how they work and what to do if you're targeted.
Houston changes ordinance limiting cooperation with ICE after pressure from governor
A Houston city ordinance that limited police officers cooperation with federal immigration agents has been amended after Texas governor had threatened to take away millions of dollars in public safety grants
Don't wait to buy a MacBook Neo for school - here's why
The MacBook Neo has been so popular that it's selling out on Apple's website.
The best earbuds of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
For your workouts, cool-downs, days in the office, and everything in between, we picked the five best earbuds for your day-to-day from brands like Apple, Sony, and Bose.
6 people are charged in a plot to steal and resell dozens of cars from the DC area
Six people have been charged with plotting to steal at least 20 cars from the Washington, D.C., area and sell them to buyers in the United States and Ghana in West Africa
The Gates Foundation is reviewing its Epstein ties as released emails raise questions for funders
The Gates Foundation confirmed Wednesday that it is reviewing its ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
California Government Schools Shed 75K Students
Californias public school system lost seven times more students than projections predicted for this school year. ... The post California Government Schools Shed 75K Students appeared first on The New American .
Google brings Auto Browse and Skills to Chrome Enterprise - and a new 'Gemini Summary'
Chrome Enterprise is turning into more of an AI workspace, with task automation, one-click workflows, and new IT security controls.
Humanoid Robot Beats Human Half-Marathon Record
A humanoid robot in Beijing finished a half marathon in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, about almost seven minutes faster than the human world record. What do you think? The post Humanoid Robot Beats Human Half-Marathon Record appeared first on The Onion .
New Firefox update patches a whopping 271 bugs with help from Claude Mythos
Firefox 150 enhances split view, tab sharing, and other helpful features and patches 271 security vulnerabilities - update now.
An unusual FBI operation saw a US government aircraft fly to Cuba to recover a 10-year-old child from Utah in an international parental kidnapping case. The child's transgender parent and partner are accused of taking the child abroad, allegedly for gender transition surgery. Cuban authorities assisted in the child's safe return.
After testing this Garmin rival, I won't use a smartwatch without a built-in flashlight again
The Polar Street X raises the bar for smartwatches with integrated LED flashlights at a low entry price.
Wildfires across Georgia, Florida destroy nearly 50 homes and force evacuations
Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. are picking up steam
Supreme Court revives wounded veterans lawsuit against a contractor over suicide bombing
The Supreme Court is clearing the way for a veteran wounded by a suicide bomb in Afghanistan to sue the government contractor for whom the attacker was working when he built the explosive
5 gifts your mom will actually like for Mother's Day
Mother's Day is just a couple of weeks away, and we've found the best useful gadgets and cozy items that our moms on staff approve.
This Moto G Stylus phone deal includes a free smartwatch and more - here's how it works
Buy the Moto G Stylus directly from Motorola and get a pair of Moto Buds Loop earbuds, a Moto Watch, and Moto Tag for free.
Lenovo vs. Dell: My buying advice after testing dozens of laptops from both
Dell and Lenovo specialize in different areas. This guide will help you decide which to buy.
An AI app prepares me for my day now - and I've never been more organized
The free Huxe app combines your important events and emails with the news to create a personalized morning briefing. I'm finding it seriously useful and addictive.
Disney Promises Star Wars Fans A New Era Of Blind Stabs At What They Seemed To Like Before
BURBANK, CAHinting at an exciting new phase for the beloved franchise, the Walt Disney Co. released a statement Friday promising Star Wars fans a new era of blind stabs at what they seemed to like before. Fans of the rich world George Lucas created can expect a consistent output of wildly varying guesses at what [] The post Disney Promises Star Wars Fans A New Era Of Blind Stabs At What They Seemed To Like Before appeared first on The Onion .
Regretful Conservative Wakes Up To Find He Drunkenly Got Nazi Tattoo Removed
COEUR DALENE, IDWincing from a pounding headache and hazy memories of debauchery, regretful conservative Nate Hanlon reportedly woke up Wednesday morning to find that he had drunkenly gotten a neo-Nazi tattoo removed. Shit, shit, shittheres no way I can go outside looking like this, said a hungover Hanlon, groaning as he stumbled into his closet [] The post Regretful Conservative Wakes Up To Find He Drunkenly Got Nazi Tattoo Removed appeared first on The Onion .
Mysterious Gerbil Watches From Edge Of Yard As Family Hamster Laid To Rest
The post Mysterious Gerbil Watches From Edge Of Yard As Family Hamster Laid To Rest appeared first on The Onion .
Nicholas Geary, 52, died peacefully Monday. Quite peacefully, in fact almost indifferently, as though he couldnt care less. The post Nicholas Geary appeared first on The Onion .
Trump Posts Late-Night Truth Social Rant Claiming Circuses Not Violent Enough
WASHINGTONAlleging that the shows had grown shamefully timid and unexciting to watch in recent years, a furious President Donald Trump posted a lengthy Truth Social rant late last night in which he claimed circuses were not violent enough. When I was a kid, a lot more people and animals got hurt, but not anymoretotal disgrace! [] The post Trump Posts Late-Night Truth Social Rant Claiming Circuses Not Violent Enough appeared first on The Onion .
The National Popular Vote Compact is an interstate agreement that bypasses the Electoral College and renders it a hollow shell. ... The post Democrats Stealth Assault on the Constitution: Bypassing the Electoral College to Finish the Job Begun in the 1820s appeared first on The New American .
How Google just revamped Gemini Enterprise for the agentic era - here's what's new
Meet Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform, the new developer tool for managing fleets of agents at scale.
A work vehicle hits a stopped Washington Metro train, injuring 11
Officials say a work vehicle hit a commuter train in downtown Washington, injuring 11 people
Searchers find a body of missing crew from ship that overturned during typhoon
Authorities have found the body of one of the six missing crew members from a cargo ship that overturned near the Northern Mariana Islands during a typhoon
Beneath Trump's ballroom legal case: A brief history of the White House bunker
President Donald Trumps court fight over the $400 million White House East Wing ballroom casts some light on an underground bunker at the site
The best robot vacuums for 2026: Expert and lab tested
I tested the best robot vacuums from brands like Ecovacs, Roborock, Mova, and more in lab and home settings - here are the top ones.
This robot vacuum mops so well, it cleaned up the mess my Roomba left behind
Without a doubt, the Deebot X8 Pro Omni is one of the best robot vacuum and mop combinations I've ever tested.
We compared 10 robot vacuums for sand pickup - and one model was the clear favorite
ZDNET's latest Lab Award crowns the top robot vacuum that picked up the most sand in our testing.
Southern Poverty Law Center indicted on federal fraud charges
Southern Poverty Law Center indicted on federal fraud charges related to past use of paid informants in extremist groups
Navy review puts future of highest-tech US aircraft carriers in question
The Navy is reviewing the design and costs of its Ford-class aircraft carrier, one of its most high-tech and expensive warships
Texas can require schools to display Ten Commandments in classrooms, court rules
A U.S. appeals court says Texas can require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms
Man jailed for 20 years in Oregon for death of his then-girlfriend in 1980s cold case
A man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in Oregon for the death of his then-girlfriend in a 1980s cold case that was recently reopened
Navy veteran charged in series of Atlanta-area shootings dies in jail
Authorities say a man charged in a string of shootings near Atlanta that left three people dead has died in jail
