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Kubuntu vs. Fedora KDE: Which KDE Plasma distro is right for you?

These two Linux distributions take different approaches to the desktop. One may have an edge for new users.

ZDNet 20 May 2026 1:08 am

Trump Blasts Massie in 11th-Hour Attack to Help Israel-First Challenger Gallrein

President Trump delivered an 11th-hour tirade against America-First GOP Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky to help elect Israel-First neoconservative Ed Gallrein in the Bluegrass States 4th U.S. House district. Trump hates Massie because the principled Kentuckian voted against the budget-busting Big Beautiful Bill. Massie also pushed for the release of the Epstein files. Massie faces ... The post Trump Blasts Massie in 11th-Hour Attack to Help Israel-First Challenger Gallrein appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 20 May 2026 12:52 am

6 reasons why Firefox is the better browser for most users

Still using Chrome, Edge, or Safari? Firefox is alive and well - and offering a fast, customizable, bloat-free, private, secure browsing experience from developers who actually listen to their users.

ZDNet 20 May 2026 12:30 am

Woke Doctors Paying the Price: Major Victory Against Child Transgenderism

Texas attorney general Ken Paxton just settled a major lawsuit with Texas Childrens Hospital over ransgender surgeries for minors. ... The post Woke Doctors Paying the Price: Major Victory Against Child Transgenderism appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 19 May 2026 11:27 pm

OpenAI's new image watermarks make it easier to spot AI fakes - here's how

Older metadata could be stripped out. OpenAI's new approach hides signals in the pixels themselves.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 11:15 pm

Google's new AI Search box is here - along with agents and 5 more upgrades

Google now has information agents that work in the background and agentic coding tools that let you build apps directly in Search.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 11:15 pm

Google overhauls its AI plans - which one should you now choose?

The new AI Ultra plan runs $100 a month, while the top-tier Ultra subscription has been cut from $250 to $200. But the AI Plus and Pro plans also get some perks.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 11:15 pm

DOJs Anti-Weaponization Fund Leaves Taxpayers With the Bill

DOJ has created a $1.776 billion Anti-weaponization Fund as part of a settlement ending President Trumps lawsuit against the IRS. ... The post DOJs Anti-Weaponization Fund Leaves Taxpayers With the Bill appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 19 May 2026 10:36 pm

ZDNET Big Guessing Game: Official contest rules

Read the full official rules for the 2026 ZDNET Big Guessing Game.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 9:32 pm

I tested Sony's new premium headphones, and they define practical luxury for me

Sony debuts a special edition pair of 1000X-series headphones, striking a balance between modern style and function.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 9:30 pm

Google I/O 2026 live: Biggest updates on Android, Gemini AI, XR, and more we're seeing

We're reporting live from Mountain View at Google's annual developer conference today. Stay tuned for the latest updates.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 9:30 pm

US pauses joint defense effort with Canada that dates to WWII

The U.S. says it's pausing participation on a joint board with Canada for continental defense that dates to World War II

ABC News 19 May 2026 9:16 pm

Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy has no regrets over Trump impeachment vote, even as it cost him his seat

Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana says he has no regrets about his momentous vote to convict President Donald Trump on impeachment charges five years ago

ABC News 19 May 2026 9:16 pm

Alabamans to choose nominees for US Senate as voting maps in flux

Alabama Republicans will choose among several U.S. Senate candidates who have stressed their loyalty to President Donald Trump

ABC News 19 May 2026 9:15 pm

UAE says drones that targeted Barakah nuclear power plant came from Iraqi territory

Drones that struck the UAE's Barakah nuclear power plant originated from Iraq. This suggests Iranian-backed Shiite militias may be responsible for the assault. The attack hit a generator on the facility's perimeter. No injuries or radiation leaks were reported. Tensions remain high in the region.

The Economic Times 19 May 2026 8:41 pm

Apple, Sony, and Bose headphones are all on sale for Memorial Day - I found the best deals

Memorial Day deals on headphones are already live. These are my favorite options so far.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 8:26 pm

Woman dies after falling into an uncovered maintenance hole in New York City

A 56-year-old woman has died after falling into an open maintenance hole on a busy New York City street

ABC News 19 May 2026 8:20 pm

6 Android Auto apps I wish I found sooner, because they make every drive easier

If you're only using Android Auto for basic navigation and music, you're missing out.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 8:16 pm

Cannes Jury Sneaks Off To Watch Mortal Kombat II

CANNES, FRANCEGlancing over their shoulders to make sure no one was watching them leave, the Cannes Film Festival jury reportedly sneaked off Tuesday to watch Mortal Kombat II. Come on, no ones looking, just go, said actor Stellan Skarsgrd, who ushered the rest of the jury members through an emergency exit door and down a [] The post Cannes Jury Sneaks Off To Watch Mortal Kombat II appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 19 May 2026 8:04 pm

Sweaty Ass Print On Rowing Machine Already Fading Like All Of Our Earthly Works

FORT WAYNE, INIn a potent reminder of the inescapably transitory nature of all that is or ever will be, reports confirmed Tuesday that the sweaty ass print left on a rowing machine at a local Crunch Fitness location was already fading away, much like all of our earthly works and aspirations. According to gym sources, [] The post Sweaty Ass Print On Rowing Machine Already Fading Like All Of Our Earthly Works appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 19 May 2026 7:42 pm

NASA Announces Rover Has Found Beauty In The Mundane On Mars

PASADENA, CAReleasing the latest images transmitted by the robotic vehicle, scientists from NASA announced Tuesday that the Curiosity rover had found beauty in the mundane on Mars. After more than a dozen years on the Red Planet, our rover has officially uncovered a peaceful quietude among the endless rust-colored vistas, aerospace engineer Haley Thompson said [] The post NASA Announces Rover Has Found Beauty In The Mundane On Mars appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 19 May 2026 7:40 pm

I tested the Surface Pro with 5G, and it's Microsoft's most complete business 2-in-1 yet

The 12th-generation Surface Pro for Business features 5G connectivity and a brilliant display.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 6:30 pm

Terrified Introvert One Away From Bingo

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theonion 19 May 2026 6:30 pm

Calves and Have-Nots

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theonion 19 May 2026 6:30 pm

State Department Launches Review of Mexican Consulates Over Domestic Subversion

The Mexican government is increasingly using its consulates to meddle in U.S. domestic politics and promote mass migration. ... The post State Department Launches Review of Mexican Consulates Over Domestic Subversion appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 19 May 2026 6:30 pm

Marshall Milton ANC headphones aim to combine portability with performance

I don't like on-ear headphones, but the new Marshall Milton ANC cans might change my mind due to their cool features.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 5:30 pm

I used Motorola's version of DeX with my Razr Fold, and it's nearly replaced my laptop

Motorola's Smart Connect software is superb, and gives me a wonderful option for working away from my desk. Here's how it works.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 4:30 pm

My favorite early Memorial Day deals: Save big on laptops, tablets, and more

Memorial Day Weekend is coming soon. These are the best deals we found so far, including price drops from Apple, Samsung, Hisense, Ninja, and more.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 4:01 pm

This sneaky deal gets you a month of Peacock or Paramount+ for $1 - what to know

Binge your choice of Peacock or Paramount+ shows for the next 30 days with this under-the-radar deal that gets you tons of other perks, too.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 3:30 pm

Federal judge bans most arrests by federal agents in immigration courts in New York

A New York judge says federal agents can no longer make arrests without exceptional circumstances in and around three Manhattan buildings where immigration proceedings occur

ABC News 19 May 2026 1:16 pm

Negotiators reach a deal to end strike on North Americas busiest commuter rail system

Negotiators have reached a deal to end a strike that has brought North Americas largest commuter rail system to a standstill

ABC News 19 May 2026 12:59 pm

Timeline of recent US-Cuba relations amid heightened tensions in Trump's second term

The possibility that the Justice Department could indict former Cuban leader Ral Castro is pushing U.S. relations with the communist-run island to the foreground

ABC News 19 May 2026 12:28 pm

Trump administration plans to admit more white South Africans as refugees this year

The Trump administration plans to admit up to 10,000 more white South African refugees into the United States, citing discrimination against Afrikaners

ABC News 19 May 2026 12:09 pm

Lawyers for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk ask to seal evidence and parts of a key hearing

A Utah judge is holding a hearing in the case of the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk to decide whether to close portions of a July preliminary hearing and seal some exhibits

ABC News 19 May 2026 11:48 am

Winning numbers drawn in Mondays Powerball

The winning numbers in Monday evenings drawing of the Powerball game were: 04-13-34-61-65, Powerball: 12

ABC News 19 May 2026 11:36 am

Google I/O 2026 live blog: Updates on Android, Gemini AI, XR, and more we expect

We're reporting live from Mountain View at Google's annual developer conference. Stay tuned for the latest updates.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 8:26 am

Autopsy says the death of detained Haitian man was related to his dental woes

An autopsy report has confirmed that the death of a Haitian man after spending months at an Arizona immigration detention facility was related to his dental problems

ABC News 19 May 2026 6:06 am

Graham on Iran: I Want to Hurt Them More by Wrecking Oil Industry

Senator Lindsey Graham wants President Trump to order more bombing of Irans civilian infrastructure and to hurt them more. ... The post Graham on Iran: I Want to Hurt Them More by Wrecking Oil Industry appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 19 May 2026 5:25 am

Mark Fuhrman, ex-detective in OJ Simpson murder trial, dies at 74

Former Los Angeles police detective Mark Fuhrman, who was convicted of lying during testimony at the OJ Simpson murder trial, has died

ABC News 19 May 2026 5:13 am

Technocracys End Game Coming Soon? Pat Wood Explains

The horror of technocracy is on the verge of reaching its end game worldwide, and in some ways is even accelerating under the Trump administration, explained author and expert Patrick Wood in this interview on Behind The Deep State with The New American magazines Alex Newman. Wood, one of the worlds top analysts focused on ... The post Technocracys End Game Coming Soon? Pat Wood Explains appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 19 May 2026 4:30 am

Microsoft surprises with its first server Linux distribution: Azure Linux 4.0

You'll be able to run this Linux distro on both Azure and your desktop using Windows Subsystem for Linux. Here's what we know about it so far.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 4:23 am

Supreme Court sends Native American voting rights decision back to lower court

The Supreme Court has acted in a Voting Rights Act case brought by Native American tribes, saying a closely watched ruling needs to be reconsidered after the high court weakened the Civil Rights-era law

ABC News 19 May 2026 4:11 am

Man wrongly convicted of killing 2 hunters in 1990 agrees to $5.25M settlement

A man who spent nearly 21 years in prison for the deaths of two Michigan hunters has agreed to a $5.25 million settlement

ABC News 19 May 2026 3:26 am

Dad Rocks Back And Forth To Gain Enough Momentum To Sit Up From Chair

HENDERSON, NVIn an effort to rise to his feet from the seated position, local dad Robert Palacios was reportedly rocking back and forth Monday to gain enough momentum to sit up from his chair. According to several reports, the 73-year-old used the mass of his large belly like a pendulums counterweight as he oscillated to [] The post Dad Rocks Back And Forth To Gain Enough Momentum To Sit Up From Chair appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 19 May 2026 2:44 am

Cloud attacks are getting faster and deadlier - 4 ways to secure your business

Google's latest threat report warns that third-party tools are now prime targets for attackers - and businesses have only days to prepare defenses.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 1:43 am

Fast-growing brush fire in Southern California threatens homes

A fast-growing brush fire in Southern California has prompted evacuation orders and damaged at least one home

ABC News 19 May 2026 1:05 am

How to upgrade your 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11 - for free

Microsoft really doesn't want customers to upgrade older PCs to Windows 11, but there are workarounds for all but the oldest devices. Extended security updates for Windows 10 will stop in just a few months, so it's time to plan your exit strategy.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 12:41 am

I found the best early Memorial Day Walmart deals: Apple, Dyson, and more on sale

Memorial Day is almost here, and Walmart has already slashed prices on top tech.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 12:14 am

Why Wave is my new go-to terminal app - how I use this powerful tool

The Linux, MacOS, and Windows terminal is no longer just for commands. Thanks to apps like Wave, you can have a veritable toolbox at your disposal in a single window.

ZDNet 19 May 2026 12:00 am

Trump Requests $1.2 Trillion To Have

WASHINGTONDeclaring the financial allocation a matter of utmost urgency, President Donald Trump on Monday requested $1.2 trillion to have. Im calling upon Congress today to immediately provide me with $1.2 trillion in funding that I currently do not possess but which I will possess once it is given to me, said Trump, acknowledging that he [] The post Trump Requests $1.2 Trillion To Have appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 18 May 2026 11:43 pm

Even Shaq Surprised To Learn Hes The New Spokesman For DivaCup

HEATH, TXAdmitting that he had no memory of agreeing to the endorsement deal, NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille ONeal told reporters Tuesday that even he was surprised to learn he was the new spokesman for DivaCup. Really dont remember signing up for this oneI remember Icy Hot, the General, JCPenney, and Muscle Milk, but not [] The post Even Shaq Surprised To Learn Hes The New Spokesman For DivaCup appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 18 May 2026 11:05 pm

JD Vance Disavows Trumps Handling Of Iran War As Brilliant Strategy By An Impeccable Genius

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theonion 18 May 2026 10:52 pm

I asked Codex AI to customize my Hyprland desktop - it worked, but beginners beware

Hyrpland is a fantastic Linux window manager, but it can be complicated to configure. I asked Codex to write a .conf file - here's how that went.

ZDNet 18 May 2026 9:43 pm

Cassidy tried to get along with Trump after his impeachment vote. Retribution came anyway

It was a hurdle too high for Bill Cassidy to clear

ABC News 18 May 2026 5:29 pm

Redistricting debate shifts as Republicans seek clean sweep of US House seats

A debate over congressional redistricting is shifting to South Carolina

ABC News 18 May 2026 3:23 pm

Former assistant principal set for trial after 6-year-old student shot teacher

A former assistant principal is set to go on trial, accused of ignoring warnings that a student brought a loaded gun to a Virginia elementary school

ABC News 18 May 2026 12:20 pm

Four crew members ejected safely after two Navy jets crash during air show in Idaho, organizer says

Four crew members ejected safely after two Navy jets crash during air show in Idaho, organizer says

ABC News 18 May 2026 11:09 am

Teenagers arrested in random shootings across Austin that left 4 injured

Officials in Austin, Texas, say two teenagers are in custody and a potential third suspect is being sought in at least 10 random shootings that left four people hurt in the city over the weekend

ABC News 18 May 2026 11:06 am

US-Mexico border wall construction is desecrating sacred sites, Indigenous leaders say

Indigenous leaders say that federal contractors are desecrating sacred Native American places and cultural sites at an unprecedented pace in the rush to build more walls on the U.S.-Mexico border

ABC News 17 May 2026 8:28 pm

On the voting rights trail, bus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while fighting a new fight

The year was 1965 and Black Americans had come to Montgomery, Alabama, to demonstrate peacefully voting rights

ABC News 17 May 2026 7:00 pm

Community college student from Michigan to be 1st woman to represent US at world welding competition

A Michigan community college student will be the first female welder to represent the United States at a worldwide competition described as the Olympics of the skilled trades

ABC News 17 May 2026 6:51 pm

Roborock vs Ecovacs: Which robot vacuum should you buy?

I've tested dozens of robot vacuum brands, with Roborock and Ecovacs models consistently delivering market-leading performance. Here's how they compare.

ZDNet 17 May 2026 5:30 pm

Trump administration promote program to check voter eligibility. Critics fear a midterm purge

The Trump administration has run the names of at least 67 million voters through government databases as it looks for noncitizens and people who've died

ABC News 17 May 2026 4:59 pm

The best NAS devices of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

The best NAS storage devices of 2026 offer effortless storage solutions for home and professional use. These are our favorites including hardware we use ourselves.

ZDNet 17 May 2026 2:30 pm

As electric bills rise, some states are focusing on the growing profits of utilities

The artificial intelligence boom is leading to fights in some states over growing utility profits

ABC News 17 May 2026 10:47 am

Hawaii's worst flooding in decades leaves farmers struggling, fewer veggies at market

Hawaii's recent catastrophic flooding has devastated local farms, leaving many farmers struggling

ABC News 17 May 2026 10:43 am

Winning numbers drawn in Saturdays Powerball

The winning numbers in Saturday evenings drawing of the Powerball game were: 08-37-40-44-65, Powerball: 18

ABC News 17 May 2026 10:29 am

Senate parliamentarian deals blow to $1 billion security proposal for White House

A proposal to fund $1 billion in security additions for the White House campus and the presidents new ballroom fails to meet procedural rules

ABC News 17 May 2026 9:17 am

Is the Republic Falling With a Sudden Collapse in Our Future?

Will profligate spending, lack of virtue, and balkanization transform our constitutional republic into a dictatorship? ... The post Is the Republic Falling With a Sudden Collapse in Our Future? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 17 May 2026 7:33 am

What May Win the Midterms for Dems? Answer: Left-wing News and Social Media

The influence of left-wing media sources is magnified by social media and Big Tech so much so that it may win Democrats the midterms. ... The post What May Win the Midterms for Dems? Answer: Left-wing News and Social Media appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 17 May 2026 5:41 am

Commencement Speaker Addresses Impenetrable Cloud Of Vape Smoke

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theonion 16 May 2026 6:30 pm

Senators Vote To Withhold Own Pay During Government Shutdowns

The U.S. Senate unanimously approved a resolution to withhold their own paychecks in the event of a government shutdown, although they would still receive backpay after the future shutdowns end. What do you think? The post Senators Vote To Withhold Own Pay During Government Shutdowns appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 16 May 2026 6:30 pm

Amazon's discounted Fitbit Air deal comes with a free band - but I'd act quick

The latest Fitbit is here, and you can save 26% on it when you preorder on Amazon today.

ZDNet 16 May 2026 3:30 pm

The best external hard drives of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

The best external hard drives available today provide ample storage, reliability, and security for different price points. We went hands-on to find the best hardware available in 2026.

ZDNet 16 May 2026 2:30 pm

FDA official who scrutinized COVID shots and antidepressants is out in latest shake-up

The Food and Drug Administration's top drug official is leaving in the latest shake-up at the powerful health agency

ABC News 16 May 2026 1:13 pm

Winning numbers drawn in Fridays Mega Millions

The winning numbers in Friday evenings drawing of the Mega Millions game were: 17-23-25-52-61, Mega Ball: 3, Megaplier:

ABC News 16 May 2026 1:13 pm

Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in a joint US-Nigerian mission

President Donald Trump said U.S. and Nigerian forces carried out a mission Friday night to kill a leader of the Islamic State group

ABC News 16 May 2026 1:08 pm

These women are training to represent the US in an Olympic sport they'd never heard of

With Los Angeles hosting the 2028 Olympics, the U.S. womens handball team will be able to play in the Games for the first time since 1996

ABC News 16 May 2026 9:52 am

Ex-Sinaloa security chief is 1st of 10 indicted Mexican officials to surrender

The former secretary of public security for Mexicos Sinaloa state has appeared in a U.S. court days after his arrest in Arizona on charges he and other officials took bribes to help the Sinaloa Cartel smuggle vast quantities of drugs into the U.S. Ger...

ABC News 16 May 2026 6:15 am

US turns to Guyanas bauxite in its latest push for Latin America's resources

The U.S. is turning its attention to Guyana's bauxite for business opportunities

ABC News 16 May 2026 6:15 am

Plane carrying pickleball players to tournament broke apart midair, report finds

A preliminary federal investigation report has found that the small plane that crashed while carrying five people to a pickleball tournament near Austin, Texas, last month broke apart midair

ABC News 16 May 2026 4:48 am

The 4th Linux kernel flaw this month can lead to stolen SSH host keys

The good news is there's already a patch. The bad news is that the fix isn't available for all Linux distributions yet. Here's what you can do in the meantime.

ZDNet 16 May 2026 2:11 am

Netanyahu: We Will Sue NYT for Expos Alleging Sexual Torture in Israeli Prisons

Israel plans to sue The New York Times over a shocking report that Israeli prison officials are sexually torturing Palestinian prisoners. ... The post Netanyahu: We Will Sue NYT for Expos Alleging Sexual Torture in Israeli Prisons appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 16 May 2026 1:53 am

Why this metal detector is a smart buy in 2026 - especially at $60 off on Amazon

Search for treasures on the beach or in your own backyard with this metal detector bundle at Amazon.

ZDNet 16 May 2026 1:30 am

Study: Most Men Believe They Could Seduce Bear If Life Depended On It

DENVERIn an expression of overwhelming confidence in their innate animal magnetism, the majority of men who participated is a study published Friday by researchers at the University of Colorado stated that they could seduce a bear if their life depended on it. Nearly 70% of male respondents claimed that if they encountered an aggressive grizzly [] The post Study: Most Men Believe They Could Seduce Bear If Life Depended On It appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 16 May 2026 1:10 am

Lib Politician Pushes Mass Migration, Then Loses Nomination to Immigrant. Now He Alleges Vote Fraud.

A Canadian politician who pushed mass migration because of diversity just got diversified out of a political nomination by an immigrant. ... The post Lib Politician Pushes Mass Migration, Then Loses Nomination to Immigrant. Now He Alleges Vote Fraud. appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 16 May 2026 12:57 am

Trump Admits Attacking Iran Was for Israel, Wants Half a Million Chinese Students at U.S. Universities

Trump confessed the truth to Fox talker Sean Hannity, who interviewed Trump during the presidents junket to China. ... The post Trump Admits Attacking Iran Was for Israel, Wants Half a Million Chinese Students at U.S. Universities appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 16 May 2026 12:52 am

The best early Memorial Day laptop deals: Save on Apple, Dell, Lenovo, and more

I've rounded up the best laptop deals live right now so you don't have to.

ZDNet 16 May 2026 12:00 am

Owl found stuck in a concrete mixer is on the mend and flying free

A great horned owl found stuck in a concrete mixer in Utah is now flying free after recovering at an animal sanctuary

ABC News 15 May 2026 11:50 pm