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Meet Nimaya Williams, one of just two US students to win $40,000 scholarship

Nimaya Williams has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a $40,000 scholarship from College Board's BigFuture. This accolade was awarded to her for completing various college and career planning tasks available on their platform. The financial support alleviates a significant burden for her family regarding higher education costs, showcasing how strategic planning can create unforeseen pathways to success.

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 12:55 pm

USS Abraham Lincoln heads to Thailand for brief stop after lengthy deployment at sea

The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln is set to make a temporary stop in Thailand after its deployment in the Middle East

ABC News 26 Aug 2026 12:02 pm

Release of Marine veteran from Russian custody turns focus to other detainees with health concerns

Robert Gilman is the latest in a succession of high-profile prisoners freed by Russia going back years, but his release hardly cleared the decks of Americans behind bars there

ABC News 26 Aug 2026 11:10 am

California couple and their surrogate testify in Texas court as dispute over newborn escalates

A California couple in an escalating fight with their surrogate over a newborn with a life-threatening heart defect have testified in a Texas court

ABC News 26 Aug 2026 5:03 am

Polygamous sect leader sentenced to 24 additional years in prison for hauling girls in unventilated trailer in Arizona

Polygamous sect leader sentenced to 24 additional years in prison for hauling girls in unventilated trailer in Arizona

ABC News 26 Aug 2026 5:00 am

A Montana man killed 8 relatives, including 4 kids, at Sunday dinner, family says

A man who killed eight of his relatives, including four children, as they gathered for Sunday dinner at a home in Montana had been asked to move out of the residence weeks earlier

ABC News 26 Aug 2026 4:52 am

Universal adapter vs. travel charger: Confused? Here's the device you need most

These are two different products, but consumers end up confused because of misinformation and poor marketing copy.

ZDNet 26 Aug 2026 4:15 am

WSJ: Trump Ignored Gabbard

Former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard warned President Trump that toppling the Iranian regime was not possible. ... The post WSJ: Trump Ignored Gabbards Advice That Iranian Regime Would Not Collapse After Major Attack appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 26 Aug 2026 2:57 am

Rest Of Fantasy League Losing Patience With Player Who Has Other Things Going On In His Life

DOYLESTOWN, PAExpressing frustration over their friends increasingly disinterested behavior in recent years, participants in a local fantasy football league confirmed Tuesday that they were rapidly losing patience with the one player in their group who has other things going on in his life. I swear to God, Brian [Fischer] needs to get his act together [] The post Rest Of Fantasy League Losing Patience With Player Who Has Other Things Going On In His Life appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 26 Aug 2026 2:26 am

U.S. to Withdraw Troops From Iraq but Retain Bases in Dozens of Countries

Unfortunately, although the Iraq withdrawal is good news, the United States still maintains an extensive military presence abroad. ... The post U.S. to Withdraw Troops From Iraq but Retain Bases in Dozens of Countries appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 26 Aug 2026 1:22 am

Trump Opens U.S. Market to More Foreign Beef, Drawing GOP and Rancher Backlash

Trump announced that the United States will allow up to 300,000 metric tons of product for ground beef to be imported with no tariff. ... The post Trump Opens U.S. Market to More Foreign Beef, Drawing GOP and Rancher Backlash appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 25 Aug 2026 11:53 pm

Android's motion sickness feature is rolling out - how to see if you have it

Will moving dots cure your car nausea? History says yes.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 11:30 pm

Some Spectrum internet customers can get free Amazon Prime - see if you're eligible

The offer is open to subscribers on any tier, but it is location-based.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 11:25 pm

Anthropic's Claude and Cowork will share memories about you now - unless you opt out

Anthropic is merging Claude chat and Cowork memory, raising privacy questions about what AI remembers and if it's worth the tradeoff.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 10:30 pm

The best early Labor Day Costco deals 2026: TVs, smartwatches, Apple devices, and more

Summer may be ending, but Costco deals are heating up in time for Labor Day: Save big on electronics, home essentials, and more now.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 10:27 pm

The best early Labor Day 2026 laptop deals: Apple, Lenovo, Dell, and more

Labor Day is still a couple of weeks away, but some of the best laptop deals are already live. Here are a dozen we recommend.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 9:25 pm

Nothing to Fear but Article V Itself

Convention of States Action, promoters of an Article V Convention, have accused The John Birch Society of dangerous pessimism. ... The post Nothing to Fear but Article V Itself appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 25 Aug 2026 9:24 pm

You probably have Google Play points you can turn into gift cards - how to check

I had seven years' worth of points I didn't know about, and now I have a Starbucks card to show for them.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 9:13 pm

I ditched T-Mobile for Mint and found 3 major drawbacks of smaller carriers - and their workarounds

Downsizing from a 'big three' carrier can save you big money, but it has its downsides. Here's how I'm adapting to them.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 9:11 pm

How I turned my ancient Windows PC into a Chromebook for free - with FydeOS

FydeOS aims to bring a Google Chromebook-like experience to standard PCs, and it succeeds - with a caveat or two.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 9:07 pm

New Jersey artist turned tiny cabin into a 5,000-square-foot living artwork

Luna Parc in New Jersey began as a 600-square-foot cabin that artist Ricky Boscarino started transforming in 1989. Over the years, he turned it into a 5,000-square-foot, 11-level home and studio filled with artwork, collections and unusual spaces. The property also serves as a teaching space where young local artists learn craft and business skills.

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 9:00 pm

Apple's M5 Ultra is its most powerful chip ever - with 4x faster AI performance than M3 Ultra

The Mac Studio with the M5 Ultra will feature up to a whopping 512GB of unified memory, and drive up to eight external displays.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 8:59 pm

Report: More Americans Abandoning Lengthy Conversations In Favor Of One Really Big Word

PHILADELPHIASuggesting that the nation was increasingly prioritizing speed and efficiency in speaking, a report released Tuesday by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania found that more Americans are abandoning lengthy conversations in favor of one really big word. Our extensive surveys across race, age, and gender demographics reveal that most Americans would rather just say [] The post Report: More Americans Abandoning Lengthy Conversations In Favor Of One Really Big Word appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 25 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Raya Introduces New PR Relationship Mode

LOS ANGELESEmpowering their users to be completely upfront about their intentions, officials for the dating app Raya announced Tuesday they were launching an all-new PR Relationship Mode. Whether youre looking for a 23-year-old model to serve as your latest beard or a fellow Hollywood A-lister to help you promote your new blockbuster, Rayas PR Relationship [] The post Raya Introduces New PR Relationship Mode appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 25 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Amazon Destroying Rare Books To Train AI

New evidence suggests Amazon is buying up rare books and tearing their pages from their spines in order to feed its AI models with unique information. What do you think? The post Amazon Destroying Rare Books To Train AI appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 25 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Man Terrified After Urine Comes Out Clear For First Time In Life

CHICAGOGrowing visibly alarmed as he speculated about the unclouded liquids implications for his long-term health, 53-year-old Charles Lewis reportedly became terrified Tuesday morning after his urine came out clear for the first time in his life. Oh Jesus, it just looks like waterIve never seen it like that before, said Lewis, who became increasingly unsettled [] The post Man Terrified After Urine Comes Out Clear For First Time In Life appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 25 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Behold, Metas New AI, Says Mark Zuckerberg Covering Nipples In Tinfoil

MENLO PARK, CAProviding an internal update on his latest breakthrough in the smart technology sector, Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg reportedly invited employees to behold the companys new AI Monday as he lifted his top to display his tinfoil-covered nipples.Here, beneath my humble shirt, lies the future of hyperintelligent AI integration, said the billionaire tech CEO, [] The post Behold, Metas New AI, Says Mark Zuckerberg Covering Nipples In Tinfoil appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 25 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Portable Computer is Perplexity's new local AI agent - why it's a game changer

Running an AI model locally, Perplexity's new Portable Computer can deliver faster performance, tighter security, and lower costs. But it has some strict requirements.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Secret Service confirms awareness of Iranian video threatening Barron Trump's life

The U.S. Secret Service has confirmed it is aware that Iranian state media has aired a video that appears to threaten the life of Barron Trump, President Donald Trumps youngest son

ABC News 25 Aug 2026 6:28 pm

17,351-acre Texas ranch bought for $37.7m helped create major wildlife area

In 2014, a coalition of conservation groups bought 17,351-acre Powderhorn Ranch on the Texas coast for $37.7 million. A major share of the funding came from BP and Transocean penalties linked to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Four years later, more than 15,000 acres were transferred to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department as a wildlife management area.

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 6:17 pm

This free tool keeps my bookmarks synced across Chrome, Firefox, and Edge - here's how

I use multiple browsers every day, and this free utility fixed one of my biggest annoyances.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 5:21 pm

Tropical Storm Julio forms in the Pacific and isn't threatening land

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Julio has formed in the Pacific Ocean and isnt threatening land

ABC News 25 Aug 2026 5:08 pm

Texas White House was donated to US in 1972, but Lady Bird stayed until 2007

Lyndon B. Johnson and Lady Bird Johnson donated their Texas ranch house and about 600 acres to the National Park Service in 1972, but retained lifetime rights to use the property. After Lyndon Johnson died in 1973, Lady Bird continued living at the ranch until her death in 2007. The property, known as the Texas White House, was then prepared for public tours.

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 4:23 pm

Judge postpones US trial for Libyan man charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103, citing new evidence

Judge postpones US trial for Libyan man charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103, citing new evidence

ABC News 25 Aug 2026 2:24 pm

US urges new UN sanctions to spur rivals in Sudan to negotiate an end to war

The United States is urging beefed up U.N. sanctions against the warring parties in Sudan to build pressure on them to negotiate an end to fighting

ABC News 25 Aug 2026 2:24 pm

Some homes and businesses in Gary, Indiana, still without power 13 days after storms

A majority Black community in Indiana is frustrated by persistent power outages caused by storms nearly two weeks ago

ABC News 25 Aug 2026 2:24 pm

Unusual dragonfly swarms sweep across California after warm spring rains

Californians are spotting swarms of dragonflies in parks and farms, likely due to warm spring rains

ABC News 25 Aug 2026 10:55 am

FBI sets $25,000 minimum reward for dozens of unsolved Indian Country cases

The FBI has established a minimum reward of $25,000 for help in solving some cold cases where people went missing or were killed in Indian Country

ABC News 25 Aug 2026 10:53 am

California Supreme Court hears arguments over sheriff's seizure of ballots

The California Supreme Court is considering whether Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco must return seized election ballots

ABC News 25 Aug 2026 9:05 am

Victims of quintuple homicide in Oregon include suspect's girlfriend and her relatives

Oregon authorities have identified the victims of what's being investigated as a quintuple homicide on a rural property outside Portland

ABC News 25 Aug 2026 9:03 am

Journalist Levins: DHS Detained and Grilled Me About Social-media Post That Criticized Israeli Minister

Journalist Ethan Levins claims that DHS detained him at an airport over a social-media post in which he criticized an Israeli politician. ... The post Journalist Levins: DHS Detained and Grilled Me About Social-media Post That Criticized Israeli Minister appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 25 Aug 2026 5:42 am

The Psychology of Tyranny: Why Psychopathic Authoritarians Keep Rising to Power

Why do psychopathic authoritarians keep rising to poweracross centuries, civilizations, and cultures? And perhaps more importantly, why do societies continue to empower them? On this episode ofBehind The Deep State, Alex Newman sits down with Dr. Joseph Sansone, author ofPsychopathic Authoritarianism: A Disease of the Soul, to examine the psychological forces behind tyranny and the ... The post The Psychology of Tyranny: Why Psychopathic Authoritarians Keep Rising to Power appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 25 Aug 2026 4:26 am

BREAKING: If Harry, Meghan Going To U.K., Then Heck, Rest Of America Going With

WASHINGTONSwarming the nations airports as they rushed to board any available transatlantic flight,the U.S. populace decided Monday that if Harry and Meghan were going to the U.K., the rest of America was going with em. Sure, itll be a big adjustment, but then again, whats the point of staying in this country if you cant [] The post BREAKING: If Harry, Meghan Going To U.K., Then Heck, Rest Of America Going With Em! appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 25 Aug 2026 3:01 am

US set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say

The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States

ABC News 25 Aug 2026 2:08 am

Catholic Bishop: An Unregulated Border Is

Bishop Robert Barron of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester, Minnesota, emphasized governments right to ... enforce its immigration laws. ... The post Catholic Bishop: An Unregulated Border Is Morally Very Dangerous appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 25 Aug 2026 12:37 am

The best early Labor Day deals to shop now: Save on TVs, Apple devices, and more

Labor Day is just around the corner, and there are already some great deals available at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and more.

ZDNet 25 Aug 2026 12:11 am

This Blink security camera can last up to 2 years on one charge - and it's on sale

The Blink Outdoor 2K+ security camera and Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ are on sale in this bundle deal, but not for long.

ZDNet 24 Aug 2026 11:29 pm

Firefighters are trying to stop a fast-moving Nevada wildfire from spreading to homes in Reno

A wildfire that exploded in size in Reno, Nevada, over the weekend has forced authorities to urge more than 90,000 residents to leave their neighborhoods

ABC News 24 Aug 2026 11:24 pm

Energy Drinks: Myth Vs. Fact

Regulators around the world are cracking down on energy drinks, citing serious health risks associated with high levels of caffeine and sugar. The Onion examines the common myths and facts surrounding the popular beverage. MYTH: Excessive consumption can lead to depression and even suicidal thoughts. FACT: You cant aim a gun if your hand is [] The post Energy Drinks: Myth Vs. Fact appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 24 Aug 2026 11:18 pm

God Concerned By Q3 Circumcision Numbers

THE HEAVENSNoting that a marked downward trend had developed this fiscal year and showed no signs of stopping, The Lord God, Creator of Heaven and Earth, reported He was concerned Monday over what He called troubling Q3 circumcision numbers. Sure, with the declining birth rate, we expect there to be some slight shrinkage in our [] The post God Concerned By Q3 Circumcision Numbers appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 24 Aug 2026 10:57 pm

Biology Teacher Disappointed Nobody Did Assigned Summer Dissecting

SAN MATEO, CANoting that the students had known about the assignment since their end-of-year dismissal back in May, Sofia Suarez, a biology teacher at Hillsdale High School, informed her class Wednesday that she was disappointed no one had done their summer dissecting.All right, you had three months to start on your fetal pig, but it [] The post Biology Teacher Disappointed Nobody Did Assigned Summer Dissecting appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 24 Aug 2026 10:54 pm

I tried Meta's new free vibe coding app to make my own games, and it was surprisingly fun

You can now code your own mini games and 'gizmos' with no experience. Creating is just half the fun.

ZDNet 24 Aug 2026 10:47 pm

Trump Makes Repeated Verbal Flubs While Performing

The post Trump Makes Repeated Verbal Flubs While Performing Wild Wild West Theme Song appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 24 Aug 2026 10:47 pm

Trump Threatens $5 Billion Lawsuit Over Study Challenging Guard Deployment: Report

President Donald Trump is reportedly threatening to sue a think-tank for $5 billion over a study that challenged one of his claims. ... The post Trump Threatens $5 Billion Lawsuit Over Study Challenging Guard Deployment: Report appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 24 Aug 2026 10:19 pm

Washington Post ordered to reinstate Black writer fired after Charlie Kirk posts

An arbitrator has ordered The Washington Post to reinstate a Black opinion writer fired over social media posts about violent white men following last years killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk

ABC News 24 Aug 2026 9:32 pm

Best early Labor Day Garmin watch deals: Gear up for marathon training for less

Training for a fall marathon? Snag one of these Garmin running watches we've tested at a discount.

ZDNet 24 Aug 2026 9:27 pm

I found the best early Labor Day Walmart deals: Save on Apple, Samsung, and more

Summer may be almost over, but you can find solid Walmart deals on headphones, TVs, laptops, and more for Labor Day.

ZDNet 24 Aug 2026 9:09 pm

The U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding Has Expired. What Now?

Although the memorandum of understanding with Iran has officially expired, Trump is not finished with his Middle East intervention. ... The post The U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding Has Expired. What Now? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 24 Aug 2026 9:04 pm

The Death of Political Debate in the Modern World

Consider, for a moment, the dry Mediterranean sun bearing down upon the people of fifth-century Athens. In the crowded agora, a young man pauses to observe a heated exchange between a gray-haired, portly old man and a prominent politician. There is no stage, no podium, and no deliberately assembled audience. The crowd around them shifts ... The post The Death of Political Debate in the Modern World appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 24 Aug 2026 9:02 pm

I dumped Firefox, but these 5 features finally won me back - here's why

It's been a bumpy road for Mozilla's browser, but as the dust of doubt settles, Firefox has once again become my default browser on all platforms.

ZDNet 24 Aug 2026 8:31 pm

After years with an Apple Watch, a Pebble Time 2 'downgrade' was exactly what I needed

The Pebble Time 2 is a no-frills smartwatch that helps you disconnect from the digital world.

ZDNet 24 Aug 2026 8:21 pm

Amazon hikes prices on Echos, Kindles, Fire TVs as much as 60% - here's what you'll pay now

Be prepared to pay more for an Echo Dot, 16 GB Kindle, Fire TV Stick HD, and Amazon eero 7 mesh router, among several other products.

ZDNet 24 Aug 2026 8:15 pm

Dad Suggests Beating Traffic By Leaving Game After First Inning

The post Dad Suggests Beating Traffic By Leaving Game After First Inning appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 24 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Former Rep. Eric Swalwell Admits To

Newly declassified documents show former Rep. Eric Swalwell admitted to the FBI that he had physical relations with a suspected Chinese spy on a handful of occasions. What do you think? The post Former Rep. Eric Swalwell Admits To Physical Relations With Chinese Spy appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 24 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Dad Stuns Family With Proclamation He Believes In Werewolves

TOPEKA, KSIn a shocking announcement that instantly brought all dinner conversation to a screeching halt, local father Jesse Pflughaupt reportedly stunned his family Monday evening by proclaiming that he believes in werewolves. You can find werewolves in pretty much every country on Earth, and the scary thing is they look just like you and me, [] The post Dad Stuns Family With Proclamation He Believes In Werewolves appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 24 Aug 2026 6:30 pm