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Iowa plant turns retired wind turbine blades into fibres and powders for roads

Regen Fiber has opened a wind turbine blade recycling facility in Fairfax, Iowa, using an all-mechanical process that avoids heat and chemicals. The plant shreds old blades into fibres and additives for use in concrete, mortar and asphalt. It expects to process more than 30,000 tons of blades each year.

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 5:00 pm

Volunteers rescue climber stranded on small ledge in California's Sierra Nevada

Volunteers rescued a climber who was stranded on a ledge in the Sierra Nevada in an operation that spanned more than 15 hours

ABC News 30 Aug 2026 12:09 pm

One officer dead, one injured in a shooting at South Carolina park, police say

They were responding to a call about a domestic dispute.

ABC News 30 Aug 2026 5:33 am

Say What?! Abdul El-Sayed Equates Youth

In a televised interview, El-Sayed, who has a medical degree, actually equated child sex-change treatments with circumcision. ... The post Say What?! Abdul El-Sayed Equates Youth Sex Changes With Circumcision appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 30 Aug 2026 4:45 am

Belief in Gender Ideology Often Translates to Support for Political Violence: Study

Individuals who subscribe to gender ideology tend to be left-wing authoritarians with a propensity to endorse political violence, says a new HHS study. ... The post Belief in Gender Ideology Often Translates to Support for Political Violence: Study appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 30 Aug 2026 3:53 am

The Bunker State: The Government Will Survive, but Will the Constitution?

If the Constitution cannot survive above ground, there is little reason to believe it will somehow be resurrected underground in the wake of a national catastrophe. ... The post The Bunker State: The Government Will Survive, but Will the Constitution? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 29 Aug 2026 9:24 pm

Interest on the National Debt Set to Eclipse Medicare Spending by 2028

Currently, spending on debt interest and Medicare are essentially neck-and-neck, but interest payments are projected to surpass Medicare in just two years. ... The post Interest on the National Debt Set to Eclipse Medicare Spending by 2028 appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 29 Aug 2026 7:30 pm

The Earth is sizzling, but climate isn't a hot topic for Democrats in this year's campaigns

Climate change has become a less prominent election-year issue for Democrats as voters say concerns such as affordability are more pressing

ABC News 29 Aug 2026 7:04 pm

Colorado River plan to cut water amid drought brings uncertainty for cities and farmers

Mayor Robert Morris of Cave Creek, Arizona, is worried about more water shortages from the severely depleted Colorado River

ABC News 29 Aug 2026 7:03 pm

U.S. Lobbying Against Global Plastic Limits

A leaked memo revealed that U.S. diplomats are subverting efforts to limit global plastic production, doing so as worldwide plastic pollution grows to over 57 million tons annually. What do you think? The post U.S. Lobbying Against Global Plastic Limits appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 29 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Some US cities have begun rewarding careful drivers with fewer red lights

Two cities have found a relatively novel way to reduce high-speed crashes by rewarding law-abiding drivers rather than just punishing the lead-footed ones

ABC News 29 Aug 2026 5:02 pm

This pocket AI voice recorder took me back to the good old days of dictation (and shorthand)

The Comulytic Note Pro AI voice recorder packs a lot of power into a credit card-sized device. But its usefulness is up to you.

ZDNet 29 Aug 2026 4:00 pm

As jurors deliberate in the Lindsay Clancy trial, here are key moments they may be considering

Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy murder case must decide whether the former labor and delivery nurse is criminally responsible for killing her three children at her Massachusetts home in 2023

ABC News 29 Aug 2026 3:42 pm

'RIP King': Fans pay respect to Tupac, hope for justice as murder trial nears the end

Rapper Tupac Shakur has been dead for nearly 30 years, but fans say they see signs that his spirit wants justice as the trial is coming to a close for Duane Keffe D Davis, who is accused of orchestrating the shooting of the rapper in Las Vegas

ABC News 29 Aug 2026 10:14 am

Colombia captures a suspected Tren de Aragua gang leader as US security ties deepen

The United States Southern Command says that Colombian security forces captured a suspected senior leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua

ABC News 29 Aug 2026 9:44 am

After criticism, Canada's CBC changes policy that said not to label 9/11 attacks 'terrorism'

Canadas public broadcaster is making an exception to its policy of not labeling specific attacks as terrorism for the 9/11 attacks after coming under fire over a memo restating it

ABC News 29 Aug 2026 9:44 am

Was Dolly Parton a feminist? She wouldnt say it, but fans heard it in her life and her lyrics

Dolly Parton never embraced the feminist label, but her actions and lyrics spoke volumes

ABC News 29 Aug 2026 9:44 am

Juul gets OK to sell updated vaping device with age-gating technology

E-cigarette maker Juul Labs has received U.S. permission to sell an updated version of its vaping device

ABC News 29 Aug 2026 1:18 am

Virginia family with 4 relatives missing in the Nepal-China floods pleads for more rescue help

A Virginia family with four relatives missing in the flash floods along the Nepal-China border is calling for more resources to help with rescue efforts

ABC News 29 Aug 2026 1:13 am

This $14 retractable USB-C cable is my secret to surviving long car rides with my kids

Talix's USB-C cable is compact and powerful enough to charge a laptop, and it's nearly 40% off.

ZDNet 29 Aug 2026 12:26 am

Kentucky woman indicted on charges she damaged the World War II Memorial in Washington

A Kentucky woman has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges that she intentionally damaged the World War II Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Melissa Farris is scheduled to be arraigned next week on two felony counts

ABC News 29 Aug 2026 12:14 am

CIA Chief Secretly Visits Moscow. Does U.S. Proxy War Endanger American Military?

CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Moscow this week without the knowledge of top administration officials. ... The post CIA Chief Secretly Visits Moscow. Does U.S. Proxy War Endanger American Military? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 29 Aug 2026 12:11 am

stillOS offers one of the best Linux onboarding experiences I've ever seen

I've experienced first steps with countless Linux distributions over the years, but this one nails every step of the way for users of all types.

ZDNet 28 Aug 2026 11:30 pm

Data Centers in Space: NASA Backs Big Tech

Americas data center backlash may have produced an irresistible solution for the government and tech oligarchs: put them in space. ... The post Data Centers in Space: NASA Backs Big Techs Orbital AI Push appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 28 Aug 2026 10:52 pm

How I sorted 22,000 digital photos without getting overwhelmed: 4 easy tricks

Want to organize your photos but don't know where to start? Here are my methods for tackling a massive cloud library.

ZDNet 28 Aug 2026 10:38 pm

Education Department Finally Confronts Sex-abuse Epidemic in Government Schools

The U.S. Department of Education is finally admitting that government schools are infested with sexual predators preying on captive children. ... The post Education Department Finally Confronts Sex-abuse Epidemic in Government Schools appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 28 Aug 2026 9:23 pm

This Linux and Windows app makes managing all your documents easier

If you're a student, writer, or professional juggling documents, this app can help keep you organized.

ZDNet 28 Aug 2026 8:24 pm

Washington chemical tank called unfit for service before deadly failure, report says

An inspection contractor found a chemical tank at a Washington state paper mill was unfit for service 10 months before its fatal failure in May

ABC News 28 Aug 2026 8:12 pm

91% of professionals say their firm still falls short on AI - how to fix that

Research suggests a gap between AI ambition and on-the-ground reality, but the good news is that professionals can fill it by focusing on well-grounded explorations and solid production use cases.

ZDNet 28 Aug 2026 7:02 pm

New Jersey Law Raises Concerns Over Prayer Outside Abortion Clinics

The new law uses subjective terms, risking the criminalization of peaceful prayer, counseling, or sign-holding outside clinics. ... The post New Jersey Law Raises Concerns Over Prayer Outside Abortion Clinics appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 28 Aug 2026 7:00 pm

I've tested dozens of robot vacuums - this new $599 Roborock has all the features I need

The Roborock Qrevo 2 Pro is a midrange robot vacuum and mop with a hands-free cleaning experience.

ZDNet 28 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

SNAP Enrollment Drops By Over 13%

Stricter work requirements enacted in the Big Beautiful Bill have caused enrollment in the SNAP food assistance program to plummet over 13% over the past year as provisions kick in. What do you think? The post SNAP Enrollment Drops By Over 13% appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 28 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Top Songs August 2025

With the competition for song of the summer in full swing, The Onion shares the 20 most popular tracks of July. The post Top Songs August 2025 appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 28 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Sophie Cunningham Claims Any Woman Who Averages More Than 8 Points Per Game Should Not Be Allowed To Play In WNBA

INDIANAPOLISContending that the proposed restrictions were common sense and necessary to preserve the integrity of the sport, Indiana Fever shooting guard Sophie Cunningham claimed Friday that any woman who averages more than eight points per game should not be allowed to play in the WNBA. Women who average more than 8.4 points, 2.3 rebounds, or [] The post Sophie Cunningham Claims Any Woman Who Averages More Than 8 Points Per Game Should Not Be Allowed To Play In WNBA appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 28 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

HHS Replaces Childhood Vaccination Schedule With List Of Recommended Animal Bites

WASHINGTONRevising the former timetable to reflect its latest public guidelines, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services replaced the childhood vaccination schedule Friday with a list of recommended animal bites. Its highly important that kids receive at least 15 bites from a variety of mammals, reptiles, and insects before they reach the age of [] The post HHS Replaces Childhood Vaccination Schedule With List Of Recommended Animal Bites appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 28 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Stella Lefty Admits Nepotism May Have Helped Her Get Groupon+

LOS ANGELESResponding to scrutiny concerning her tech billionaire father, artist Stella Lefty admitted in an interview Friday that nepotism may have played a role in helping her get Groupon+. I had to set up the account myself, but yeah, I definitely have to recognize that not all aspiring artists have the privilege of scoring great [] The post Stella Lefty Admits Nepotism May Have Helped Her Get Groupon+ appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 28 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

The Onion

Larry Ellison is the co-founder and executive chairman of Oracle, as well as the largest shareholder of the Paramount Skydance Corporation. The Onion sat down with the billionaire to discuss his ventures. The Onion: How did you get into the entertainment industry? Ellison: I remember going to the movies as a kid, and when the [] The post The Onions Exclusive Interview With Larry Ellison appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 28 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Hindu nationalist leader spurs protests and calls for sanctions ahead of New York City speech

Mohan Bhagwat, head of the Hindu nationalist group RSS, is set to speak in New York City on Saturday

ABC News 28 Aug 2026 5:42 pm

Even an AI cost-management vendor can lose control of its agent spending

In one instance, an AI agent stayed open for four days and ran 4,819 calls for almost $4,000. No one had budgeted for this cost.

ZDNet 28 Aug 2026 5:21 pm

How to get free Google AI Pro for an entire year - and save $240: 3 ways

Google is offering its premium AI subscription plan for free. It usually costs $20 a month - and comes with many benefits.

ZDNet 28 Aug 2026 5:15 pm

Trump used to say he saw a quick end to his Iran war, but 6 months later he claims he's in no hurry

President Donald Trump marks an awkward moment in his second White House term as the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran reaches the six-month mark

ABC News 28 Aug 2026 4:59 pm

ICE operation in Connecticut highlights how arrests are rising even in blue states

Federal immigration authorities have arrested dozens of people in the city of Danbury, Connecticut, this week, despite intense opposition from elected officials and protesters

ABC News 28 Aug 2026 12:24 pm

Trump administration starts border wall project in Arizona over tribe's objections

The Tohono Oodham Nation says armed federal agents accompanied contractors who trespassed on tribal land this week as they began construction of an Arizona section of a border wall

ABC News 28 Aug 2026 12:16 pm

Former mayor of town in Alaska among 4 men killed in a small plane crash

The former mayor of a small town in Alaska, who was an experienced pilot, was among those killed when a small plane crashed in shallow waters near a remote Alaskan town

ABC News 28 Aug 2026 12:01 pm

Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell have formed in the Pacific Ocean

Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell have formed in the Pacific Ocean

ABC News 28 Aug 2026 11:50 am

2 wildfires burn along California's scenic Big Sur coast

Fire crews with water-dropping aircraft have attacked a small wildfire that prompted new evacuations along Californias remote Big Sur coast

ABC News 28 Aug 2026 8:31 am

About 90 Americans unaccounted for after catastrophic floods hit Nepal and Tibet

U.S. officials report about 90 U.S. citizens remain unaccounted for after catastrophic flash floods hit a border area of China and Nepal

ABC News 28 Aug 2026 8:29 am

WaPo Report: Mike Collins

In an apparent effort to sully conservative GOP Rep. Mike Collins character, The Washington Post published an article linking him to several unsavory characters. ... The post WaPo Report: Mike Collins Former Staffer Posted Nazi, KKK Imagery; Son-in-Law Is Pro White Nationalist appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 28 Aug 2026 5:43 am

Russia Threatens Britain As CIA Chief Returns From Moscow

The head of the CIA visited Moscow this week, fanning speculation that something kinetic is afoot between Russia and the West. Fresh comments from Russian officials have only added fuel to that fire. President Donald Trump confirmed to Glenn Beck that CIA Director John Ratcliffe went to Russia, but denied some of the most common ... The post Russia Threatens Britain As CIA Chief Returns From Moscow appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 28 Aug 2026 3:45 am

Cops Raid Home of Anti-gun Democrat Omar

The discovery of guns in her sons apartment is a bad look for anti-gun Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. ... The post Cops Raid Home of Anti-gun Democrat Omars Son; Guns, Ammo Found; Roommate Arrested appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 28 Aug 2026 2:40 am

Lawyers Say Andrew Tate Rented Brother To Appear Loved Online

MIAMISaying the manosphere influencer vastly exaggerated aspects of his life in order to fabricate a social media persona,lawyers for Andrew Tate disclosed Thursday that he rented a brother to appear loved online. Despite all the videos of Andrew supposedly sparring with his brother at the gym or smoking cigars with him in a supercar, the [] The post Lawyers Say Andrew Tate Rented Brother To Appear Loved Online appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 28 Aug 2026 12:28 am

Galaxy Z Fold 8 camera trouble? 4 settings I recommend changing now

The cameras on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 work best when they're pushed to their limits. Here are the settings I changed to get the best results.

ZDNet 28 Aug 2026 12:16 am

Controllers warned Marine One pilots about communication issues week before dual takeoff, NTSB says

Investigators say air traffic controllers in Washington and the pilots of President Donald Trumps helicopter met to discuss communication issues one week before a jet and the chopper were allowed to take off at the same time

ABC News 27 Aug 2026 11:56 pm

Gettysburg's oldest building turns 250 after being saved from demolition

Celebrating its 250th anniversary, Gettysburg's historic Dobbin House hosted a memorable consecration ceremony. Originally completed in 1776, this iconic building has played various roles over the centuries. In the 1970s, local patrons Jacqueline and Gary White saved it from being demolished. The upcoming unveiling of Dobbin House Square promises new museum exhibits. The anniversary festivities will include reenactments, enchanting music, and a ceremonial cannon salute.

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 11:05 pm

Trump Pushes for Another $5 Trillion Debt-ceiling Increase

Trump is pushing to extend the federal debt ceiling through the end of his presidency, requiring roughly $5 trillion in borrowing authority. ... The post Trump Pushes for Another $5 Trillion Debt-ceiling Increase appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 27 Aug 2026 11:01 pm