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GOP Rep Nehls: Affordability? Im Having Lobster Tails and Ribeyes

Representative Troy Nehls gave the Democrats a soundbite that will be seen in advertisements before Novembers mid-term elections. ... The post GOP Rep Nehls: Affordability? Im Having Lobster Tails and Ribeyes appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 3 Jul 2026 2:47 am

Maine couple spots a bear chasing a moose calf and helps it escape

A Maine couple had an unexpected wildlife encounter while heading out for a day of fishing

ABC News 3 Jul 2026 2:32 am

Olivia Rodrigo Adds Adult Diapers To Merch Table

The post Olivia Rodrigo Adds Adult Diapers To Merch Table appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 3 Jul 2026 2:30 am

Fable 5 just set a new AI freelance work performance record - but it can't replace humans yet

The newly reinstated Anthropic model topped charts for automating work. Here's what that means for the future.

ZDNet 3 Jul 2026 1:59 am

Supreme Court Trans Sports Ruling Adopts Originalist Vision For JV Volleyball Rosters

WASHINGTONIn a judgment the majority of justices said reflected the intentions of the Founding Fathers, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a 6-3 ruling this week that upheld state bans on transgender athletes, adopting an originalist vision for junior varsity volleyball rosters. In their abundant wisdom, the authors of the Constitution methodically laid out the exact [] The post Supreme Court Trans Sports Ruling Adopts Originalist Vision For JV Volleyball Rosters appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 3 Jul 2026 1:05 am

Puyallup Tribe and First Nations in Canada hope World Cup partnerships raise cultural awareness

A handful of Indigenous tribes are partnering with World Cup host cities to showcase their traditions and cultures

ABC News 3 Jul 2026 12:01 am

LeBron Hopeful New Team Has One Of His Kids On It Too

The post LeBron Hopeful New Team Has One Of His Kids On It Too appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 2 Jul 2026 11:49 pm

Guy Who Goes To Bar Every Day At 10 A.M. Must Be Huge Soccer Fan

PITTSBURGHNoting that the man could often be seen waiting outside OMalleys Tap with his hands shaking in anticipation before the doors even opened, sources confirmed Thursday that local 54-year-old Brian Munson, who goes to the bar every day at 10 a.m., must be a huge soccer fan. You can just tell he lives and breathes [] The post Guy Who Goes To Bar Every Day At 10 A.M. Must Be Huge Soccer Fan appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 2 Jul 2026 11:46 pm

Trump Covers Up Low State Fair Attendance By Calling In Bomb Threat

WASHINGTONClaiming there were strings of explosive devices planted throughout the National Mall, President Donald Trump reportedly attempt to cover up low attendance at the Great American State Fair this week by calling in a bomb threat. Theres a series of explosives in unmarked duffel bags all across the fairgrounds, which are beautiful by the way, [] The post Trump Covers Up Low State Fair Attendance By Calling In Bomb Threat appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 2 Jul 2026 11:46 pm

Carlson, MTG Begin Planning to Build a Third Party

Podcaster Tucker Carlson and former GOP Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene have bolted the establishment GOP, and say its time for a third party. ... The post Carlson, MTG Begin Planning to Build a Third Party appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 2 Jul 2026 11:33 pm

The best July 4th TV deals: Up to 50% off Samsung, Sony, and more

This weekend marks America's 250th birthday, which means you'll save big on TV deals from top brands, all thoroughly vetted and tested by our experts.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 11:25 pm

Tiger Woods hospital records will be handed over to prosecutors in Florida DUI case, judge rules

A judge has ruled that prosecutors are allowed to review medical records related to Tiger Woods March vehicle crash and subsequent arrest in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 10:58 pm

16 Apple Messages settings I change on every iPhone - and why

Turn these iMessage settings on or off for a cleaner, modern, and more private texting experience.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 10:52 pm

UC Berkeley Announces Nancy Pelosi Democracy Institute

Upon the former House Speakers retirement from Congress, Nancy Pelosi and the University of California, Berkeley, will establish the Nancy Pelosi Institute for Representative Democracy, a nonpartisan organization dedicated to strengthening American democracy. What do you think? The post UC Berkeley Announces Nancy Pelosi Democracy Institute appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 2 Jul 2026 10:46 pm

LG is giving away free single-door refrigerators - how to qualify for the deal

When you buy this refrigerator model on sale, LG will give you a free single-door refrigerator too - perfect for the garage or basement.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 10:39 pm

EPA Approves More Forever Chemical Pesticides for Food Crops

The action is yet another reminder that the federal government has no constitutional authority to manage pesticides or public health. ... The post EPA Approves More Forever Chemical Pesticides for Food Crops appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 2 Jul 2026 10:04 pm

Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Group for Schism

The Vatican has pronounced a decree of excommunication against adherents of a traditionalist group that adheres to the Latin Mass. ... The post Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Group for Schism appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 2 Jul 2026 9:47 pm

I've been reviewing laptops for years: These are the 15+ best July 4th laptop deals

The Fourth of July weekend brings tons of sales on top laptops we've reviewed, from Apple, Acer, Lenovo, and more.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 9:30 pm

The best July 4 deals live now: Save on Anker, Garmin, Apple, and more

Fourth of July weekend is almost here, and there are plenty of deals to celebrate.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 8:55 pm

Plug-in solar poses 6 safety risks, say electrical industry groups - here's when to call a pro

Several industry groups have raised public safety concerns about consumer plug-in solar kits. If in doubt about your installation, here's what to do.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 8:29 pm

The 10 most popular products ZDNET readers bought last month (including during Prime Day)

From gadgets to streaming, these are the top tech gadgets and useful items our readers actually purchased in June.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 8:12 pm

The Supreme Court tackled race, history and the law in fraught and reflective major rulings

The Supreme Court has wrapped up a term with significant rulings on race and discrimination

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 7:41 pm

HP's new OmniBook is a smart buy in this economy - here's what convinced me

HP's OmniBook Ultra 14 combines a sleek design and OLED display with the kind of performance professionals appreciate.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 7:13 pm

ExpressVPN's password manager just got a big upgrade with secure sharing, passkey support, and more

Available today, ExpressKeys now delivers more secure sharing, passkey support, and improved cross-device management.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 6:31 pm

Agriculture Department Puts Trumps Face On Soybeans

The post Agriculture Department Puts Trumps Face On Soybeans appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 2 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

The World Would Be A Much Different Place If Hillary Clinton Had Won The 2016 Nathans Hot Dog Eating Contest

Over the past decade, many Americans have likely found themselves contemplating what life might have looked like if things had turned out otherwise for Hillary Clinton. Would we be richer? Would we be at war? One thing is certain: Had Secretary Clinton won the 2016 Nathans Hot Dog Eating Contest, the world would be a [] The post The World Would Be A Much Different Place If Hillary Clinton Had Won The 2016 Nathans Hot Dog Eating Contest appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 2 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Take Us To Your Biggest Pedophile Demand Surprisingly Politically Informed Aliens

WASHINGTONDisplaying an uncanny comprehension of humanitys power structures as they emerged from their interstellar spacecraft, a delegation of surprisingly politically informed aliens issued demands Tuesday to be taken to Earths biggest pedophile.People of Earth, you will bring us before the massive child molester in charge of managing your planets affairs at once! said Grelahr Xoxneb [] The post Take Us To Your Biggest Pedophile Demand Surprisingly Politically Informed Aliens appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 2 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Police Suspect Gunmans Motive Was To Kill Bunch Of People

Desire To Murder May Have Driven Man To Pull Trigger The post Police Suspect Gunmans Motive Was To Kill Bunch Of People appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 2 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Bruce Nakagami

Legendary corporate raider Bruce Nakagami, 76, is doing leveraged buyouts with the angels now. The post Bruce Nakagami appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 2 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

How I set OpenAI API usage limits to stop agent overspending and other AI billing nightmares

OpenAI API costs can spiral when agents run wild. Here's how to set spend limits, enable hard caps, and avoid surprise AI bills.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 6:21 pm

Shark attack on Alabama teen inspires the start of a national alert system

Lulu Gribbin survived a near-fatal shark attack in 2024

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 5:53 pm

I tried Brave's new stripped down Origin browser, and now it's my top Chromium-based pick

If you like the idea of Brave's browser security, but all of the other features just get in your way, the developers have created a solution for you.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 3:30 pm

If you like COSMIC Desktop, you'll love its new system monitor

If you like to see and manage your system processes on Linux, but aren't happy with the tool you're using, System76 might have just the app you've been looking for (and a reason to switch to either COSMIC Desktop or Pop!_OS).

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 2:30 pm

Opera is releasing a new feature that detects and blocks malicious clipboard content

If you tend to copy/paste content from websites, you might be surprised to find yourself under the thrall of a ClickFix attack, but Opera has a solution to fix it before you click it.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 1:30 pm

Belgium overturns two-goal deficit to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time in round of 32 at World Cup

Belgium overturns two-goal deficit to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time in round of 32 at World Cup

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 1:10 pm

Asian stocks mostly decline on a sell-off of chip shares, with Kospi down nearly 8%

Shares have slumped in Japan and South Korea in the latest spate of heavy selling of computer chip stocks

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 1:08 pm

Ransom notes in Nancy Guthrie case still being investigated as legitimate, FBI says

The FBI has discounted some of the ransom notes that surfaced after the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie as extortion attempts

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 12:20 pm

16 children rescued from Ohio home were 'almost feral,' authorities say

Authorities say 16 children from the same family who were rescued from a run-down home in rural Ohio were living in horrific conditions and were confined to just one room over much of the past four years

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 11:47 am

Head of the Chicago Police Department to retire after 3 years in the position

The head of the Chicago Police Department has announced that he will retire after a short tenure leading the nations second-largest police force

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 11:46 am

John Dickinsons missing 1776 signature haunts his legacy

Jane Calvert has spent 25 years championing John Dickinson, a lesser-known Revolutionary War figure

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 10:39 am

Is hiring picking up in the US? Thursday's report will help illustrate trends

Thursdays report from the Labor Department on June job changes will provide some important clues on the health of the U.S. economy

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 10:29 am

Warning! AI Data Center Promoters Are Lying to Stop Our Opposition!

Those fighting to protect our free-market economy, private property, and personal choice are falsely being labeled Luddites who are stopping progress. ... The post Warning! AI Data Center Promoters Are Lying to Stop Our Opposition! appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 2 Jul 2026 7:27 am

Town in Quebec, Canada, Recognizes Right to Life for Trees

The recognition of trees as living beings raises questions about the source and proper meaning of rights. ... The post Town in Quebec, Canada, Recognizes Right to Life for Trees appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 2 Jul 2026 6:36 am

Omar Linked to Somali Charged in $250M Feeding Our Future Fraud Scheme

Far-left Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota faces renewed scrutiny about her role in the Feeding Our Future food-fraud scandal centered in her Somali-dominated district. ... The post Omar Linked to Somali Charged in $250M Feeding Our Future Fraud Scheme appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 2 Jul 2026 6:05 am

Tropical storm Douglas forms in Pacific Ocean, no threat to land: Hurricane center

Tropical Storm Douglas has formed in the Pacific Ocean

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 5:29 am

House OKs Res to Publish Sexual Abusers and Harassers Along With Payouts $18M Since 1997

The U.S. House passed a resolution yesterday requiring the chambers Ethics Committee to release the names of members for whom taxpayers coughed up settlements for sex-harassment claims. ... The post House OKs Res to Publish Sexual Abusers and Harassers Along With Payouts $18M Since 1997 appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 2 Jul 2026 5:10 am

California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state's history

Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese American in California history with an annual namesake day

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 4:09 am

Challengers score victories in lawsuit against Arkansas' restrictions on citizen ballot initiatives

A federal judge in Arkansas is throwing out some state laws that put extra restrictions on efforts to gather signatures for ballot initiatives

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 3:14 am

Lakers Not Sure Where LeBron Got Badge And Gun He Just Turned In

The post Lakers Not Sure Where LeBron Got Badge And Gun He Just Turned In appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 2 Jul 2026 2:51 am

Sweeping review of grand jury presentations underway in Chicago following misconduct revelations

Justice Department officials are conducting a sweeping review of more than 1,000 grand jury presentations made by Illinois prosecutors following the dismissal of a high-profile case over misconduct

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 2:09 am

Alibaba to pay US $600M to settle allegations it allowed illegal sales

Alibaba has agreed to pay $600 million to settle a dispute with the U.S. government

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 1:53 am

NYC police are bracing for July 4, World Cup action, searing heat -- and maybe a pop star's wedding

The New York Police Department is bracing for a slew of massive Independence Day celebrations along with a World Cup match this weekend, scrambling thousands of officers on land, sea and air to handle security measures as an intense heat wave bears dow...

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 1:51 am

Trump administration sues California, Virginia over new gun laws

The Trump administration has sued California and Virginia over new laws in both states that restrict the sale of semiautomatic firearms

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 1:51 am

New autopsy of a baby killed by police in Mississippi deepens outrage

A Mississippi family whose 1-year-old child was killed when officers fired into a moving car are challenging police claims about the shooting

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 1:26 am

I wore the Oura Ring 5 for a month, and it's an even bigger upgrade than expected

However, you're really buying the Oura Ring 5 for one reason.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 12:42 am

Fire rips through Ohio motel, killing 3 who were trapped in a room

Authorities in Ohio say a fire at a motel trapped residents in a room, killing three people inside

ABC News 2 Jul 2026 12:07 am

I tested Lenovo's new modular ThinkPad, and it renewed my faith in repairable laptops

The 14th-gen Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Aura Edition features a redesigned double-sided motherboard and modular components.

ZDNet 2 Jul 2026 12:00 am

From Chocolate Avenue to the World Cup, how Hershey, Pennsylvania, shaped Christian Pulisic

Standout U.S. national soccer team player Christian Pulisic hails from Hershey, Pennsylvania

ABC News 1 Jul 2026 11:38 pm

I changed 12 Hisense TV settings to significantly improve the picture quality

Your Hisense TV may already look great, but a few setting tweaks can make it even better.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 11:15 pm

Kennedy Ends Covid EUA Declarations, but PREP Act Shield Remains

As long as the PREP Act shield remains in place, the move looks less like accountability and more like a marketing exercise dressed up as a ceremonial retirement of paperwork. ... The post Kennedy Ends Covid EUA Declarations, but PREP Act Shield Remains appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 1 Jul 2026 11:09 pm

Extraordinary heat in US Northeast arrives to clash with Fourth of July revelry

Multiday warnings of extreme heat have landed in New York, Boston and Philadelphia

ABC News 1 Jul 2026 11:04 pm

Changes to student loans are taking effect July 1. Here's what to know

Changes to federal student loans that are expected to affect millions of student loan borrowers are taking effect as of July 1

ABC News 1 Jul 2026 10:37 pm

Why Dj Dup and these 4 other tiny Linux tools have become essential to my daily routine

Linux has a wealth of applications, but sometimes the smaller tools get overlooked. Here's a list of those I'd prefer never to be without.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 10:36 pm

Basketball World Waiting With Bated Breath To See Where Sandro Mamukelashvili Signs

The post Basketball World Waiting With Bated Breath To See Where Sandro Mamukelashvili Signs appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Jul 2026 10:28 pm

I had Gemini and Claude write my email replies - but only one sounds like me

Gemini and Claude have their own strong suits, but for assistance in writing emails, there is only one clear winner.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 10:07 pm

The U.S. Dollars Eroding Purchasing Power

The U.S. dollar has lost nearly 30 percent of its purchasing power since 2020, a stark illustration of inflations impact on Americans. ... The post The U.S. Dollars Eroding Purchasing Power appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 1 Jul 2026 9:33 pm

Trump administration lifts restrictions on Anthropic's Claude models after cybersecurity alarm

The Trump administration has lifted restrictions on artificial intelligence company Anthropics latest versions of its Claude chatbot, ending a weekslong ban tied to cybersecurity concerns

ABC News 1 Jul 2026 9:25 pm

Democratic congressman asks the CFPB to investigate 'rent now, pay later' companies

A Democratic member of Congress is calling for a federal investigation into the rent now, pay later industry

ABC News 1 Jul 2026 9:25 pm

I found the 20+ best 4th of July phone deals: Save big on Galaxy, Pixel, iPhone, and more

Score big Fourth of July savings on flagship smartphones from Samsung, Google, Apple, and more.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 9:24 pm

Want a private ChatGPT alternative? How Proton's Lumo 2.0 locks down your data, EU style

The maker of ProtonMail and ProtonVPN says its second-generation chatbot is never trained on user data.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 8:55 pm

Federal Reserve Chair Warsh emphasizes political independence, signals focus on inflation

New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said Wednesday that the central bank would remain independent and seek to bring down inflation, likely foreclosing the rate cuts President Trump has sought

ABC News 1 Jul 2026 8:27 pm

Connecting my TV to a router VPN was one of my smartest home network upgrades

Setting up a VPN on your smart TV blocks hackers from accessing your network and stealing your data. But there are other benefits, too.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 8:18 pm

Marine heat wave caused seabird deaths off California. El Nino could worsen die-off

Many seabirds are starving to death as a marine heat wave lingers off California and fish seek deeper, cooler waters

ABC News 1 Jul 2026 7:37 pm

The new enterprise AI expert every company needs - and why

This role makes the difference between your business winning and losing in the age of AI.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 7:20 pm

Judge orders Pentagon to lift policy that NYT journalists be accompanied by an escort

A federal judge has ordered the Pentagon to lift its requirement that New York Times journalists be accompanied by an escort while in the building

ABC News 1 Jul 2026 6:56 pm

Salivating Brewers Fans Chase Down Mascots In Sausage Race

MILWAUKEEClimbing down from the stands with mustard and ketchup packets clutched in their fists, dozens of rabid, salivating Milwaukee Brewers fans reportedly chased down the contestants in the traditional Johnsonville Sausage Race midway through Tuesdays game.They took after those sausages like a pack of wolves, said Brewers outfielder Brandon Lockridge, recalling the unmistakable look of [] The post Salivating Brewers Fans Chase Down Mascots In Sausage Race appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Harvard Faces Pressure To Fire Confederate Generals

CAMBRIDGE, MAInsisting any missteps be viewed in the full context of each individuals contributions to the institution, Harvard University officials defended on Wednesday their decision to keep several confederate generals on the schools teaching staff. Last week, Harvard president Alan M. Garber told students in a campus-wide email that he had declined to discipline several [] The post Harvard Faces Pressure To Fire Confederate Generals appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

MAHA Voter Feels Betrayed By Continued Survival Of Own Children

DAYTON, OHExpressing disappointment with what she described as unfulfilled campaign promises, local Make America Healthy Again voter Sandra Murrow told reporters Tuesday that she felt betrayed by the continued survival of her own children.I voted for Trump because I was sure RFK Jr.s health policies would put my son and daughter in the dirt on [] The post MAHA Voter Feels Betrayed By Continued Survival Of Own Children appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Streaming vs. Theaters

More Americans than ever are choosing to watch movies at home rather than going out to the theater. The Onion lays out the drawbacks and benefits of both experiences. Concessions:Streaming: 790 calories of stale crackers, spoonfuls of peanut butter, and shredded cheese.Theaters: 790 calories of whatever 16-year-old theater employee didnt confiscate. Size Of Vin Diesels [] The post Streaming vs. Theaters appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Damn It, Moms Totally Going To Make You Host Christmas Now

A large airy kitchen like this, with ample room for seating? Moms definitely going to say its time for your generation to start hosting holidays. Reference #33813 The post Damn It, Moms Totally Going To Make You Host Christmas Now appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Anya Lopez and Sara Jarrett

The two tied the knot after four years of dating and three years of Jarrett carefully excavating every slice of cake she received to look for a ring. The post Anya Lopez and Sara Jarrett appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Anti-Vaxxer Dating App Gaining Popularity

Unjected, a dating app for unvaccinated people that began in 2021, has been gaining popularity, currently boasting 65,000 active users. What do you think? The post Anti-Vaxxer Dating App Gaining Popularity appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 1 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

How I stopped a massive WordPress spam attack with 4,700 lines of code in two days - thanks to Codex and Claude

Spam accounts overwhelmed my database. Claude found the weaknesses, Codex wrote the fixes, and I deployed a new defense.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 6:12 pm

World Cup buzz has the potential to mint more soccer fans among kids

Across the country, experts are watching to see whether the World Cup will give a boost to youth soccer and mint fans for decades to come

ABC News 1 Jul 2026 5:10 pm

Do you still need third-party antivirus on your Windows PC?

Earlier this year, Microsoft quietly deleted a post that argued Windows 11's built-in Microsoft Defender Antivirus was good enough for most people. But independent evidence says they were right.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 3:37 pm

I made my TV sound dramatically better without buying a soundbar - 7 cheap and easy ways

Great TV sound doesn't have to be expensive - here are my expert-tested audio tweaks.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 3:30 pm

Finally, an odor-free robot vacuum and mop that has no problem handling my pet's hair

The Eufy Omni S2 improves on its predecessor with four times the suction power, and an odor-free mop roller.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 2:00 pm

Adults arrested after 16 children found in 'deplorable' conditions

Authorities have arrested four adults on felony child endangerment charges after discovering 16 children in need of medical treatment in a rural Ohio home

ABC News 1 Jul 2026 8:49 am

How to disable ACR on your TV (and why it makes such a big difference when you do)

Samsung, LG, and Sony TVs can pose data privacy risks - here's how to avoid one of the biggest.

ZDNet 1 Jul 2026 6:30 am