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Republican leaders in Congress say they will pursue a path to ending the Homeland Security shutdown in the coming days

Republican leaders in Congress say they will pursue a path to ending the Homeland Security shutdown in the coming days

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 5:19 pm

DHS boss rescinds restrictive $100,000 approval process, giving hope to FEMA relief efforts

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has rescinded a rule that DHS expenditures over $100,000 be personally approved by his office

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 5:16 pm

Sexual harassment lawyer sues over rejected airport ad, now has a massive billboard

A legal battle over a small advertisement a lawyer paid for at an upstate New York airport has been resolved, and the same ad now takes up two walls at the facility

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 12:03 pm

Republican leaders in Congress announce plan to end Homeland Security shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune have announced a plan to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security and try to end a record partial government shutdown

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 12:03 pm

What to know about serial killer Ted Bundy and his rampage of violence

Ted Bundy's violent spree spanned at least four years, leaving dozens of victims, including at least 30 women and girls killed

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 12:02 pm

Republican plan to fund Homeland Security could get first test vote on Thursday

The Senate is expected to try quickly passing a measure Thursday that would fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, though its unclear how swiftly the House will follow to largely end the longest partial government shutdown in history

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 11:32 am

How a seabird native to Hawaii has adapted to life in Honolulu's concrete jungle

A seabird native to Hawaii is flourishing in the middle of Honolulu's concrete towers, traffic-clogged roads and Waikiki hotels

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 11:32 am

Immigrants seeking asylum are ordered to countries they've never been to

In recent months, thousands of immigrants living legally in the U.S. and waiting for rulings on their asylum claims were suddenly ordered deported to countries where most have no ties

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 9:51 am

Man charged in connection with some of 'Texas Killing Fields' deaths

Prosecutors have charged a man allegedly connected to some of the Texas Killing Fields deaths of dozens of women found near Houston beginning in the 1970s

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 4:55 am

CDC pauses dozens of types of lab testing during evaluation and in wake of downsizing

The federal governments disease-tracking agency has paused its diagnostic testing for rabies, monkeypox and a number of other infectious diseases

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 4:40 am

Explosion that killed LA County deputies involved serious safety violations

A state investigation has found that the deaths of three Los Angeles County sheriffs deputies in a grenade explosion at the parking lot of a training facility last year involved willful and serious safety violations in the department, including fail...

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 4:39 am

Baby killed by a stray bullet after drive-by attack in Brooklyn, police say

A 7-month-old baby in a stroller was killed by a stray bullet when a man on a moped shot at a group of people on a Brooklyn sidewalk

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 4:37 am

Sam Altman: If I Dont End The World, Someone Far More Dangerous Will

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theonion 2 Apr 2026 2:56 am

US lifts sanctions on Venezuelas acting President Delcy Rodrguez

The U.S. has lifted sanctions on Venezuelas acting President Delcy Rodrguez

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 2:27 am

Brief fire causes evacuation but no injuries at historic Detroit college building

Fire caused the evacuation of a historic building owned by Wayne State University in Detroit

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 1:51 am

Still running iOS 18? Install this critical update ASAP

The latest patch provides protection against the deadly DarkSword exploit for iPhone users who have chosen to remain on iOS 18.

ZDNet 2 Apr 2026 1:30 am

I tried to destroy this AirTag alternative, but it wouldn't crack - unlike others

Finder tags are great, but most are pretty fragile. These Ugreen Finder Pro tags are some of the toughest I've tested.

ZDNet 2 Apr 2026 1:29 am

Death of a refugee left at a Buffalo doughnut shop by Border Patrol is ruled a homicide

Medical examiners have ruled that the death of a nearly blind refugee from Myanmar, five days after Border Patrol left him at a Buffalo, New York, doughnut shop, was a homicide

ABC News 2 Apr 2026 1:16 am

A former New York prison guard is found guilty of manslaughter in an inmates fatal beating

A former corrections officer has been found guilty of manslaughter in the fatal beating of an inmate at Mid-State Correctional Facility in upstate New York

ABC News 1 Apr 2026 11:49 pm

After loud booms, authorities say they found at least 25 explosive devices in NY man's apartment

Federal prosecutors say officers responding to reports of loud booms in a New York neighborhood this week discovered at least 25 improvised explosive devices inside an apartment and charged a man who lives there

ABC News 1 Apr 2026 11:45 pm

PETA Urges White House To Use Potatoes For Easter Egg Roll

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals is urging the White House to ditch traditional Easter eggs in favor of decorated potatoes at its annual egg-rolling event, arguing it would benefit both chickens and constituents wallets. What do you think? The post PETA Urges White House To Use Potatoes For Easter Egg Roll appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Apr 2026 9:51 pm

MLB Umpires Replaced By Lawn Chair Representing Strike Zone

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theonion 1 Apr 2026 9:24 pm

I used Gmail's AI tool to do hours of work for me in 10 minutes - with 3 prompts

I just had a 'living in the future' moment with Gmail, of all things. Here's what happened.

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 8:44 pm

This Android camera accessory helped me spot a hidden electrical hazard just in time

The Thermal Master P4 plugs into your Android phone and can help prevent disasters. Here's how.

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 8:19 pm

Amazon Spring Sale live blog 2026: Top Amazon deals still live

Amazon's Spring Sale may be over, but you can still find some great deals on home, tech, and more live now. Buy them before they're gone.

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 8:04 pm

Retail sales rise 0.6% in February, but impact of Iran war threatens to derail spending

Shoppers increased their spending in February, particularly on cars and clothing, after pulling back at the start of the year due to severe winter storms

ABC News 1 Apr 2026 7:47 pm

Why I'm ditching my cheap PC cloning software for this M.2 dock that's highly functional

The Icy Box Docking and Clone Station provides the easiest way to move data between drives and to access bare drives.

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 7:16 pm

I used Apple Music's new AI tool to break out of my music rut - and it worked

I usually cycle through my years-old playlists, but I tried AI-generated ones for a weekend. I found being specific is key.

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 7:14 pm

Fucker Has Nerve To Be 22 Years Old

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theonion 1 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

New Season Of Bridgerton To Feature 2 Women Falling In Love, Breaking Up, Forming Punk Band

LOS ANGELESInsisting that such queer stories were too often excluded from period dramas, Bridgerton showrunner Jess Brownell confirmed Wednesday that the shows next season would feature two women falling in love, breaking up, and then forming a punk band. Queer people have always existed, but until recently we didnt highlight their stories on screen in [] The post New Season Of Bridgerton To Feature 2 Women Falling In Love, Breaking Up, Forming Punk Band appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

Nation Likes When Bib Has Picture Of Food They Eating

WASHINGTONGleefully strapping the protective garment under their chins and clapping, the U.S. populace announced this week that they like it when their bib has a picture of the food theyre eating. Yay, our plate has lobster, and the bib has lobster right on the front, and now we wont mess up our shirt, said 61-year-old [] The post Nation Likes When Bib Has Picture Of Food They Eating appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

Study: 97% Of All Sounds Infuriating

ANN ARBOR, MIPresenting data that quantified a fact already widely accepted as true, scientists at the University of Michigan released a study Wednesday proving that 97% of all sounds were infuriating. A meta-analysis of research across the entire field of acoustics confirms that nearly every noise produced, whether artificial or natural, is completely enraging, said [] The post Study: 97% Of All Sounds Infuriating appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

Report: Decision Not To Call Film The Baby Yoda Movie To Cost Disney $900 Million

BURBANK, CACiting nearly a billion dollars of pent-up consumer demand for entertainment featuring an infant version of an already beloved character, a new report released Wednesday by Gower Street Analytics concluded that Disneys decision not to call its upcomingStar WarsfilmThe Baby Yoda Moviewould cost the studio roughly $900 million. By naming the filmThe Mandalorian And [] The post Report: Decision Not To Call Film The Baby Yoda Movie To Cost Disney $900 Million appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

I tested ChatGPT vs. Claude to see which is better - and if it's worth switching

Considering ditching ChatGPT for Claude? I tested both on the same 10 tasks. Here's which came out on top.

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 5:37 pm

Windows might be hiding some of your PC's storage by default - here's how to reclaim it

A feature called Reserved Storage keeps a small amount of storage for updates - here's how to disable it (and if you should).

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 8:32 am

AirPods Pro 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: Why I'm looking past brand ecosystems now

Samsung's latest wireless earbuds close the gap in audio fidelity and ANC performance with Apple - here's how to choose the right pair.

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 8:00 am

Lithium mine clears hurdle despite conservationists' worries for rare wildflower

A federal judge ruled against conservation groups in their efforts to block a proposed lithium-boron mining project in Nevada

ABC News 1 Apr 2026 6:01 am

Appeals court suspends order for Voice of America employees to return to work

An appeals court panel has suspended a federal judges order for the Trump administration to bring hundreds of Voice of America employees back to work from paid leave

ABC News 1 Apr 2026 5:28 am

Judge rules HUD effort to change criteria for homeless funding is unlawful

A federal judge in Rhode Island has ruled that the Trump administration's effort to change the criteria for using tens of millions of dollars in funding to aid homeless people was unlawful

ABC News 1 Apr 2026 5:27 am

These Shark Amazon Spring Sale deals are perfect for a spring refresh - but hurry

Amazon's Big Spring Sale ends today, but there's still plenty of savings from Shark (including hair tools, cleaning gear, and more) - but don't wait.

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 4:02 am

Bystander video shows handcuffed woman escape from half-opened police cruiser window

Authorities in western Michigan say a woman who shimmied out the rear window of a police cruiser while handcuffed and then fled has been arrested

ABC News 1 Apr 2026 4:02 am

These 5 Amazon Spring Sale deals are worth a second glance before they're gone soon

It's the last day of Amazon's Big Spring Sale, but there's still last chance savings on top gear from Dyson (including vacuums, hair tools, and more).

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 3:49 am

Iran War Silver Lining: NATOs Death Knell?

In a rare silver-lining moment, the war against Iran is causing U.S. leaders to rethink Americas relationship with NATO. If a recent message from President Donald Trump to European leaders is to be taken seriously, the collective defense pact central to NATO membership is already nullified. Trump said Tuesday morning in a Truth Social message ... The post Iran War Silver Lining: NATOs Death Knell? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 1 Apr 2026 3:19 am

This minimalist smartwatch by one of my favorite tech companies is under $100 right now

On the final day of Amazon's Spring Sale, grab the CMF by Nothing Watch Pro 3 for $69.

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 3:13 am

Family Looking For Seashells Finds Remains Of Missing Man

A family looking for seashells in California discovered the partial remains of what has now been identified as a former banker who went missing in 1999, notifying authorities when they came across a long bone that contained surgical hardware. What do you think? The post Family Looking For Seashells Finds Remains Of Missing Man appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Apr 2026 3:02 am

Supreme Court seems likely to rule for a Black death row inmate in Mississippi

The Supreme Court seems likely to rule for a Black death row inmate from Mississippi who claims there was racial bias in the makeup of the jury that convicted him

ABC News 1 Apr 2026 1:28 am

The Apple Pencil alternative I use daily is on sale for $28 - but not for long

ESR's Geo Digital Pencil is on sale for under $30, but today's the last day to shop Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 1:15 am

Bulls Axe Jaden Ivey for Citing Christian Teaching on Homosexuality

The Chicago Bulls is trying to silence one of its players, Jaden Ivey, because he cited Christian teaching on homosexuality. ... The post Bulls Axe Jaden Ivey for Citing Christian Teaching on Homosexuality appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 1 Apr 2026 1:10 am

Former CentCom Chief McKenzie: U.S. Has Planned for Kharg Island Attack for Years

Retired Marine Corps General McKenzie said the U.S. has planned for a ground invasion of Kharg Island and other points in Iran for years. ... The post Former CentCom Chief McKenzie: U.S. Has Planned for Kharg Island Attack for Years appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 1 Apr 2026 1:00 am

Librarian fired for refusing to move over 100 books from children's to adult section

A local Tennessee library board has fired the countys top librarian for refusing to comply with its vote to move more than 100 LGBTQ books from the childrens to the adult section over claims

ABC News 1 Apr 2026 12:56 am

The 5 most surprising things our readers bought on Amazon this week (No. 1 is weird)

ZDNET readers love random gadgets - and during Amazon's Spring Sale this past week, they picked up some interesting niche items that are still on sale.

ZDNet 1 Apr 2026 12:31 am

Ex-Arkansas medical board chair indicted over alleged drugging and abduction of patients

A federal indictment accuses an Arkansas doctor of drugging and abducting psychiatric patients to profit from health care reimbursements

ABC News 31 Mar 2026 11:37 pm

Biggest Revelations From The Hannah Montana Reunion

Last week, Disney+ reunited the stars of Hannah Montana for the first time since the series premiered two decades ago. Here are the biggest and most shocking revelations from the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special. Billy Ray Cyrus was paid in pull tabs. Disney originally planned to make a Hannah for all 50 states. Miley [] The post Biggest Revelations From The Hannah Montana Reunion appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 31 Mar 2026 10:49 pm

Melania Trump Touts Robot Teachers

First Lady Melania Trump appeared with a humanoid robot during an AI education summit, claiming that mechanical educators like it will one day provide a personalized experience, adaptive to the needs of each student. What do you think? The post Melania Trump Touts Robot Teachers appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 31 Mar 2026 10:46 pm

This HP gaming laptop just dropped under $1,000 - a rarity during the RAM-pocalypse

The price of gaming laptops is through the roof, but right now at HP, you can snag the Victus 15 at a big discount.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 10:40 pm

Samsung Watch users in the US can finally track their blood pressure -but it's tricky

The feature works on Galaxy Watch 4 and newer models. You'll need the updated Samsung Health Monitor app and a cuff monitor for calibration.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 10:33 pm

Texas megachurch pastor Robert Morris is free after 6 months in an Oklahoma jail for child sex abuse

The founder of a Texas megachurch who resigned after pleading guilty to sexually abusing an Oklahoma woman in the 1980s has been released from an Oklahoma jail

ABC News 31 Mar 2026 10:14 pm

Want to change your Gmail address? Now you can, without losing any data - here's how

You'll get messages sent to both your new and old addresses, but there are some limits.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 10:11 pm

I've tracked Apple for nearly 50 years: How a garage rebel became a multitrillion-dollar empire

Opinion: On Apple's 50th anniversary, here's a look at what the company gained - and lost - on its journey from a tech geeks' dream to a luxury device brand.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 10:01 pm

12 travel gadgets that can upgrade your spring break (and they're on sale)

Traveling soon? Scoop up these nifty gadgets ahead of your travels for less during the last day of Amazon's Spring Sale.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 9:59 pm

Amazon Spring Sale live blog 2026: Last day to score top Amazon deals

We're live-tracking the best Amazon Spring Sale deals over 60% off on home, tech, and more, on the final day of the sale.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 9:21 pm

Jury can't reach verdict in corruption trial of 2 ex-FirstEnergy executives in $60M bribery scandal

Jurors say they cant reach a verdict in the trial of two fired FirstEnergy Corp. executives in a $60 million bribery scheme in Ohio

ABC News 31 Mar 2026 9:10 pm

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theonion 31 Mar 2026 8:45 pm

Retired NYPD sergeant arrested in corruption probe linked to city lawmaker and governor's aide

A retired New York City police sergeant whose company provided security to the citys migrant shelters has been indicted on bribery charges

ABC News 31 Mar 2026 8:30 pm

AMA: We Didnt Mean It When We Said Kids Shouldnt Get Gender Surgery

Does the American Medical Association (AMA) support or oppose gender surgery for minors? It depends on when you ask. ... The post AMA: We Didnt Mean It When We Said Kids Shouldnt Get Gender Surgery appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 31 Mar 2026 8:08 pm

The best way to protect your phone from a warrantless search in 2026

Opinion: Worried about warrantless phone searches in the US? Here's what legal experts say is your best defense now.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 8:04 pm

Last chance to save on PS5, Switch 2, and more in these anti-Amazon Spring Sale deals

The Amazon Spring Sale ends tonight, and if you've been unimpressed with its game deals, you can save hundreds on gaming laptops, SSDs, and more at Best Buy.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 7:49 pm

Meta Ray-Bans vs. Optics: Why glasses wearers should consider the new model

The new Optics smart glasses might be the first pair of Meta Ray-Bans you can wear all day. Here's why.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 6:31 pm

The overselling of AI - and how to resist it

Simply dropping AI into an operation will not deliver positive results without significant work behind the scenes.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 6:31 pm

I replaced my Sony WH-1000XM6 with the AirPods Max 2 for a week - and didn't miss a beat

Review: Apple's latest over-ear headphones have arrived, but they're probably not what you were hoping for in a successor.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

A Great Awakening: The Movie

Whitefield's idea that liberty is a gift of God is the theme of A Great Awakening. This is certainly supported by the historical evidence. ... The post A Great Awakening: The Movie appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 31 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Thing Left By Previous Tenant Still In Corner

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theonion 31 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Hospital Decides Cancer-Sniffing Leopard More Trouble Than Its Worth

CLEVELANDSaying the costs had begun to outweigh the benefits, administrators at the Cleveland Clinic confirmed Tuesday that they had decided to discontinue their use of a cancer-sniffing leopard in clinical settings. Our ability to rapidly and accurately identify the disease has improved remarkably since we began using our detection leopard Fang in cancer screenings, but [] The post Hospital Decides Cancer-Sniffing Leopard More Trouble Than Its Worth appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 31 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

New Enterprise Spokesman Claims He Lost 250 Pounds By Renting Cars

ST. LOUISTouting the vehicle service as his secret to successfully slimming down and completely transforming his body, new Enterprise spokesman Ryan Moore told reporters Monday he had lost 250 pounds by renting cars. I used to be grossly overweight, I tried everything, and nothing worked until I started going to Enterprise every day on my [] The post New Enterprise Spokesman Claims He Lost 250 Pounds By Renting Cars appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 31 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

British Man Desperately Trying To Get Out Of Panel Show Duty

LONDONPinching the bridge of his nose and releasing a long weary sigh after he opened a letter summoning him to BBC headquarters, British man Arthur Batts confirmed this week that he was desperately trying to get out of panel show duty. For Gods sake, it seems like I was just on 8 Out Of 10 [] The post British Man Desperately Trying To Get Out Of Panel Show Duty appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 31 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Why this Marshall is the first soundbar I've tested that truly challenges my Sonos Arc Ultra

I compared the Sonos Arc Ultra and Marshall Heston 120 - here's what makes each one shine, and which might be the better fit for you.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 4:31 pm

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're still on sale)

Spring is the perfect time to focus on your overall wellness, and these devices can help. Plus, they are all discounted during Amazon's Big Spring Sale--but hurry, deals end today.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 4:30 pm

20+ pocket-sized tech gadgets packed with purpose (and they're on sale)

Small tech, big savings. Shop the last day of Amazon's Big Spring Sale for deals on chargers, USB-C gear, Bluetooth gadgets, and more.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 4:00 pm

Proton Workspace boasts privacy-first alternative to Google, Microsoft

Available today, the VPN provider's productivity suite also includes Proton Meet for end-to-end encrypted video conferencing.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 3:31 pm

These kitchen tech splurges are totally worth it (and it's your last chance to get them on sale)

Trust me, the right kitchen tools make a big difference in your culinary life. Some of my favorites are discounted during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, but it ends tonight.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 3:30 pm

We still highly recommend these 3 older laptop models - especially while they're on sale

It's the last day of Amazon's Spring Sale. Grab last-minute deals for these high-performing older laptops before it all ends.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 3:01 pm

Winning numbers drawn in Mondays Powerball

The winning numbers in Monday evenings drawing of the Powerball game were: 07-11-31-41-57, Powerball: 20

ABC News 31 Mar 2026 2:46 pm

It turns out, FaceTime on an Android phone is not as complicated as you may think

Did you know that anyone can join a FaceTime call, whether they're on an Android or Windows device? It's as simple as clicking on a link.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 2:30 pm

Samsung Galaxy S24 vs. S26: Is the two-year upgrade worth it? I weighed the differences

If you have a Samsung Galaxy S24 or are upgrading from an older model, here's what to know before you buy the S26.

ZDNet 31 Mar 2026 12:30 pm

Federal 'God squad' poised to exempt oil and gas drilling in the Gulf from endangered species rules

Trump administration officials will soon consider exempting oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico from the Endangered Species Act

ABC News 31 Mar 2026 12:12 pm