Mom who drowned 3 kids on Coney Island beach sentenced to 20 years to life
A Brooklyn woman has been sentenced to 20 years to life for drowning her three young children in the ocean near Coney Island's boardwalk
Exposing the Pharma-Psychiatry-Education-Special Needs-Industrial Complex
There is a dangerous partnership between Big Government, Big Pharma, Big Psychiatry, and Big Education to label children with diagnoses, drug them, and profit from it all, explains Autistic Freedom NetworkFounder Sven Scharpen, who experienced it firsthand. In this explosive interview on Conversations That Matter with The New American magazine Senior Editor Alex Newman, Scharpendetails ... The post Exposing the Pharma-Psychiatry-Education-Special Needs-Industrial Complex appeared first on The New American .
SpaceX reveals plans for what could be the biggest-ever initial public offering
The worlds richest man announced plans Wednesday for one biggest sales of stock to the public ever for a space company currently losing billions of dollars year
Bugs at White House? Dana White reveals bizarre problem threatening UFCs historic event
Dana White has revealed that insects swarming the White House grounds could become an unexpected problem for UFC Freedom 250, the promotions planned outdoor event on the South Lawn. The historic card, expected to feature major UFC stars and attract massive attention, has already created unusual logistical concerns involving security, lighting, weather and now gnats potentially affecting fighters inside the octagon.
Judge refuses to postpone June 1 civil trial over deadly 2024 collapse of Baltimore bridge
A federal judge has refused to postpone a trial next month for civil claims stemming from the 2024 collapse of Baltimores Francis Scott Key Bridge
House committee discusses modernizing the TSA as Trump seeks to privatize airport screening
A House committee has discussed the future of the Transportation Security Administration as the Trump administration lobbies to replace TSA officers with private contractors
Aston Villa ends its 30-year trophy drought with 3-0 win over Freiburg in Europa League final
Aston Villa ends its 30-year trophy drought with 3-0 win over Freiburg in Europa League final
NTSB: Flaw that led to engine flying off UPS plane grew unnoticed under relaxed inspection schedule
The UPS plane crash that killed 15 people after an engine flew off its left wing might have been prevented under the original inspection schedule
Gary Crockett advances to Democratic primary runoff election for U.S. Senate in Louisiana
Gary Crockett advances to Democratic primary runoff election for U.S. Senate in Louisiana
Eastern US sweats through another hot day before rain, cold move in
It's another hot day across the eastern U.S. a day after several spots broke daily heat records
Trump tells Coast Guard graduates they will 'be tested' in their military careers
President Donald Trump has returned to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy to give the commencement address at the Connecticut school
9 deportees from US arrive in Sierra Leone under third-country agreement
Nine migrants deported from the United States have landed in Sierra Leone, according to the West African country
US announces charges against former Cuban President Ral Castro over 1996 shootdown of planes
US announces charges against former Cuban President Ral Castro over 1996 shootdown of planes
Lawsuit accuses Massachusetts schools of segregating students of color in low-opportunity districts
A lawsuit filed on behalf of students and community organizations in Massachusetts argues the state is illegally maintaining schools that are racially segregated, concentrating Black and Latino students in high-poverty districts with fewer opportunities
US military boards Iranian-flagged oil tanker suspected of trying to breach blockade
The U.S. military says it boarded an Iranian-flagged commercial oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman that was suspected of trying to violate the American blockade
Man accused of sparking Los Angeles' deadly Palisades Fire appears in court ahead of arson trial
The man accused of sparking the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles is appearing in court for a preliminary hearing ahead of his arson trial next month
Inmate convicted of killing another man by throwing gasoline at him and lighting a match is executed in Arizona
Blanche says US expects Castro to answer to indictment in US, 'by his own will or by another way'
Blanche says US expects Castro to answer to indictment in US, 'by his own will or by another way'
Harvard faculty votes to make it more difficult for undergrads to earn A's
Harvard University faculty have voted to limit the number of A grades awarded to undergraduates, approving one of the most sweeping efforts by a major university to curb grade inflation
Final case at UN tribunals for Yugoslavia and Rwanda atrocities comes to an end
The U.N. courts set up to prosecute the atrocities committed during the violent disintegration of Yugoslavia in the early 1990s and the 1994 Rwandan genocide have held their final session
Linus Torvalds admits he has a 'love-hate relationship with AI'
Linux's creator sees AI as a double-edged sword for programmers.
Boomers in KY-4 Elect Israel-First Neoconservative Gallrein. Massie Out.
The Israel Lobby has purchased the 4th District congressional seat in Kentucky for retired Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein. ... The post Boomers in KY-4 Elect Israel-First Neoconservative Gallrein. Massie Out. appeared first on The New American .
These 8 Kindle models just lost support, but that doesn't make them obsolete
Amazon just ended support for these Kindle ereaders and Fire tablets, making them unable to access the Kindle Store.
How AI can trick you into making fake payments - 5 red flags
New Visa research calls AI-accelerated scams 'the fastest growing source of consumer harm.' Here's what you need to watch out for.
From Ballroom to Drone Empire: Trumps Fortress for the Elite
The White House ballroom Trump is building will house a bunker, a military command center, and a drone empire to protect D.C. ... The post From Ballroom to Drone Empire: Trumps Fortress for the Elite appeared first on The New American .
5 Memorial Day deals that are worth your time (including a Costco membership discount)
Memorial Day sales are here. I'm a shopping editor, and these are my favorite offers I've seen so far.
Google says AI agents spending your money is a 'more fun' way to shop
Google's new Universal Cart consolidates products from multiple retailers into one place.
Ubuntu Core 26 offers an immutable Linux you can trust through 2041
If your company wants to sell IoT or edge gear in the EU, Canonical's minimal, immutable distro is worth a serious look.
51% of professionals say AI workslop lowers their productivity - stop it in 2 steps
Professionals are concerned about the low quality of AI output. Preventing workslop requires two crucial steps.
I wore Google's Android XR glasses again - and my limit-testing should scare Meta and Apple
My latest demos of the Android XR reference glasses and Project Aura show even more promise for Google's wearable lineup.
Mobile phishing is a bigger threat than email now - how to stay protected
Verizon's latest DBIR shows attackers are turning to texts and calls as email defenses improve. Here's what businesses should do now.
Alex Honnold Has Panic Attack At Top Of Step Ladder
LAS VEGASHis body trembling as he gripped the support bar for dear life, rock climber Alex Honnold reportedly had a panic attack this week at the top of a step ladder. Sometimes, when you get all the way up there and youre a footnearly a foot and a halfoff the ground, you start to lose [] The post Alex Honnold Has Panic Attack At Top Of Step Ladder appeared first on The Onion .
Rawlings Donates 50,000 Baseball Gloves To Ukrainian War Effort
ST. LOUISIn an effort to meet the urgent needs of a country in the throes of a dire humanitarian crisis, sporting goods manufacturer Rawlings announced Wednesday that it had donated 50,000 baseball gloves to the Ukrainian war effort. We knew we had to step up and do something for those whose lives have been upended [] The post Rawlings Donates 50,000 Baseball Gloves To Ukrainian War Effort appeared first on The Onion .
Study Finds Gen Z Adults Moving Home For Better Access To Triscuits
MEDFORD, MACharting a steep downturn in the number of young adults living independently, a study published Wednesday by Tufts University researchers found that Gen Z adults were moving back home for better access to Triscuits. Our data shows that Americans in their 20s are increasingly going back to live with their parents due to the [] The post Study Finds Gen Z Adults Moving Home For Better Access To Triscuits appeared first on The Onion .
Squirrel Unaware He Embroiled In Months-Long Feud With Homeowner
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Hantavirus: Is the Next Pandemic Upon Us?
A hantavirus outbreak aboard a Dutch cruise ship is raising credible suspicions that another planned pandemic is being engineered. ... The post Hantavirus: Is the Next Pandemic Upon Us? appeared first on The New American .
Rubio heads to a NATO meeting as European angst over Trump reliability, US troops, Iran grows
Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel this week to a NATO foreign ministers meeting in Sweden, where U.S. plans to reduce troop levels in Europe coupled with President Donald Trumps often inconsistent stance on the alliance have created concern
This year's most endangered historic places nod to America 250 and equality promise
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has released its annual list of the most endangered historic places in the United States
TCL vs. Hisense: I've tested both TV brands for nearly a decade, and here's my pick
I compared popular models from two of the most upstart TV brands, and this one stands out to me.
I tested KDE Plasma 6.7 beta, and it's easily my new Linux desktop of choice
I took a look at how KDE Plasma 6.7 is coming along, I have to admit: I was blown away.
Best travel VPNs of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
If you want to avoid missing your favorite show on your next vacation, check out our favorite travel VPNs of 2026.
Best VPN services 2026: Expert tested and recommended
Looking for a solution that improves your online privacy, helps you avoid censorship, and bypasses age verification checks? We've tested and ranked the best VPNs in 2026.
Why I still recommend NordVPN to most people in 2026
I put NordVPN through rigorous testing to evaluate its speed, security, and overall features. Here are the biggest takeaways.
We tested the most popular VPNs in New York, London, and Tokyo - this one is the best for traveling
ZDNET's latest Lab Award goes to the travel VPN with the fasted download speeds.
This E ink tablet is the best annotator I've tested - but there's a steep learning curve
Boox's Gen-2 Go 10.3 tablet is made for power users seeking a customizable Android tablet with a backlight.
South Carolina House backs congressional map favoring GOP but bill faces a more skeptical Senate
The South Carolina House has endorsed a plan to redraw its congressional districts to favor Republicans at the urging of President Donald Trump
Community grieves the 3 men killed while defending San Diego mosque
Authorities say the three people killed by two teen shooters at a San Diego mosque died while saving roughly 140 children who were in the building at the time of the attack
Winning numbers drawn in Tuesdays Mega Millions
The winning numbers in Tuesday evenings drawing of the Mega Millions game were: 10-26-34-56-64, Mega Ball: 6, Megaplier:
Georgia Republicans dig in for runoffs for Senate and governor as campaigns go into overtime
Rep. Mike Collins and Derek Dooley will compete for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in a June 16 runoff, as neither received at least 50% of the vote in Tuesdays primary to win outright
A new whale detection network launches in San Francisco Bay, alerting ships in real time
Climate change is pushing starving gray whales into the San Francisco Bay in unusual numbers, where ship strikes killed at least 40% of the 21 whales found dead last year
Arizona set to execute a prisoner for the killing of a man set on fire in 2002 attack
Arizona is set Wednesday to execute a prisoner convicted of fatally setting a man on fire over 20 years ago
Oregon voters reject Democrats gas tax increase as Iran war causes gas prices to soar
Oregon voters have rejected a gas tax increase passed last year by Democratic lawmakers
More Than 17,000 Under Evacuation Orders as Southern California Wildfire Threatens Homes
The wind-driven Sandy Fire was reported Monday in the hills above Simi Valley, about 30 miles (48 kilometers) northwest of Los Angeles.
These backyard solar panels saved me $20/mo on my power bill - here's my setup
With an 820W solar setup, you can save up to 130kWh a month. I did with Anker's Solix F3800 Plus.
Top court orders children's hospital to resume gender-affirming care for minors
The Colorado Supreme Court has ordered the state's largest provider of gender-affirming care for young people to resume medical treatments like puberty blockers and hormone therapy for minors
An outcry erupts as a whale mural beloved by many in Dallas is replaced with art for the World Cup
The painting over of a giant mural in Dallas of swimming whales to make way for art related to the upcoming World Cup matches has spurred an outcry
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.
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 .
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.
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 .
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.
Google's new Omni AI tool will let you video clone yourself - I'm intrigued (and concerned)
Google Gemini Omni aims to do for AI video what Nano Banana did for images - combining realism, style control, avatars, and natural-language editing into one ambitious tool.
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.
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 .
ZDNET Big Guessing Game: Official contest rules
Read the full official rules for the 2026 ZDNET Big Guessing Game.
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.
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.
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
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
Massies AIPAC Act Targets Israels Foreign-influence Loophole
Last Thursday, Thomas Massie introduced the Americans Insist on Political Agent Clarity Act, or AIPAC Act. ... The post Massies AIPAC Act Targets Israels Foreign-influence Loophole appeared first on The New American .
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.
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.
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
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.
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 .
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 .
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 .
BTS Fans Warned Flash Photography Will Trigger J-Hopes Assassination Protocol
STANFORD, CAIssuing a stern reminder to all concert attendees, event security staff warned BTS fans Tuesday evening that flash photography would trigger J-Hopes assassination protocol. Have your tickets ready, keys and phones out of your pockets, andthis part is very important, so please listen upmake sure flash settings on your phones and cameras are off, [] The post BTS Fans Warned Flash Photography Will Trigger J-Hopes Assassination Protocol appeared first on The Onion .
Terrified Introvert One Away From Bingo
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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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Trumps tough-talk foreign policy is hitting a wall with Iran as it grips Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump considers himself an effective dealmaker but appears to have hit a wall with Iran
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
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
