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US military strikes another alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2

The U.S. military has struck another vessel suspected of transporting drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two men

ABC News 28 May 2026 9:03 am

Newsom seeks to shield California elections from federal interference before Tuesday primary

Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation that aims to shield California elections from federal interference ahead of the state's primary next week

ABC News 28 May 2026 8:28 am

US says it carried out defensive strikes on Iran military facility after downing Iranian attack drones

US says it carried out defensive strikes on Iran military facility after downing Iranian attack drones

ABC News 28 May 2026 7:17 am

Israel-born Nevada US Atty Drops Gun Charge Against Israeli National Involved in Las Vegas Biolab

First U.S. Attorney in Nevada Sigal Chattahs office did not tell local media why her office dropped the charge against Israeli Ori Solomon. ... The post Israel-born Nevada US Atty Drops Gun Charge Against Israeli National Involved in Las Vegas Biolab appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 28 May 2026 6:12 am

I dug deeper into my Oura Ring data using this free app - here's what I found

The Simple Wearable Report uses AI to extract more insights from your Oura Ring data. Here's how I've been using it.

ZDNet 28 May 2026 6:00 am

Trump Brings a UFC Cage to the White House for Americas 250th

Construction has begun on an Ultimate Fighting Championship cage on the South Lawn of the White House for UFC Freedom 250 on June 14. ... The post Trump Brings a UFC Cage to the White House for Americas 250th appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 28 May 2026 5:23 am

Federal judge sentences man to 10 years in plot to kill Iranian American writer

A federal judge has given a onetime truck and bus driver charged in an assassination plot against an Iranian American writer a 10-year prison sentence

ABC News 28 May 2026 4:55 am

FL County Adopts Bill of Rights Ordinance to Nullify Unconstitutional Power Grabs

Commissioners in Lake County, Florida, adopted a Bill of Rights ordinance protecting the God-given, constitutionally protected rights of citizens from unconstitutional mandates, statutes, or decrees from Tallahassee or D.C., explained Commissioner Anthony Sabatini in this interview on Conversations That Matter with The New American magazines Alex Newman. Sabatini, who previously served in the state legislature ... The post FL County Adopts Bill of Rights Ordinance to Nullify Unconstitutional Power Grabs appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 28 May 2026 4:31 am

Crystal Palace wins its first-ever European trophy by beating Rayo Vallecano in Conference League final

Crystal Palace wins its first-ever European trophy by beating Rayo Vallecano in Conference League final

ABC News 28 May 2026 3:54 am

California residents evacuated due to chemical tank threat return home but fears remain

Residents were back in their homes near a chemical tank that overheated in Southern California

ABC News 28 May 2026 3:53 am

Arsenal Thobe for Eid? Zohran Mamdani goes viral in bold football-themed outfit at Eid al-Adha celebration

Zohran Mamdani marked Eid al-Adha in the Bronx wearing a custom Arsenal-inspired thobe, blending religious tradition with football identity during a public appearance alongside Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The outfit, adapted from Arsenals away kit, drew attention online for its symbolic fusion of culture, faith and sport. Mamdanis message on solidarity and public service framed the celebration as both personal expression and political statement in New York.

The Times of India 28 May 2026 3:06 am

Enhanced Games Allows Competing Athletes To Use Steroids

The inaugural Enhanced Games, consisting of weightlifting, swimming, and sprinting, were held, which allowed competitors to take performance-enhancing drugs in hopes of pushing the limits of human achievement. What do you think? The post Enhanced Games Allows Competing Athletes To Use Steroids appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 28 May 2026 2:47 am

Congress members visit NJ detention center where advocates say immigrants are on a hunger strike

Democratic members of Congress are visiting a federal immigration detention center in New Jersey where protesters have been demonstrating in recent days and asserting that detainees inside are on a hunger strike

ABC News 28 May 2026 2:13 am

Trump plays mayor at Cabinet meeting, showcasing his DC renovations

President Donald Trump took on the role of a small town mayor during his latest Cabinet meeting, spending 10 full minutes describing in great detail the various beautification projects underway around Washington, D.C. He highlighted efforts to fix foun...

ABC News 28 May 2026 2:13 am

Don Lemon seeks grand jury transcripts in Minnesota civil rights case, citing misconduct

Attorneys for former CNN host turned independent journalist Don Lemon argue in a new court filing that recent examples of grand jury misconduct by the U.S. Department of Justice across the country warrant the release of transcripts from the normally se...

ABC News 28 May 2026 2:13 am

Woman Worried She In Codependent Relationship With Rest Of Humanity

BOONE, NCNoting that the troubling signs of a toxic dynamic had become too numerous to ignore, area woman Kara Vasques expressed concern Wednesday that she was in a codependent relationship with the rest of humanity. Sometimes things will be great with me and the human race, but then I start to worry that I dont [] The post Woman Worried She In Codependent Relationship With Rest Of Humanity appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 28 May 2026 1:20 am

Interlochen Center for the Arts says it will tear down lodge formerly named for Jeffrey Epstein

A Michigan summer arts camp and boarding school where Jeffrey Epstein has been accused of meeting at least two of his victims will tear down a lodge that once bore his name

ABC News 28 May 2026 12:27 am

Meet Argus, a robot with 20 legs and eyes built to move and see in any direction

Robots that look like dogs or people try to replicate symmetrical shapes found in nature

ABC News 28 May 2026 12:26 am

Trump, Massie, and Defining Conservatism

How do Trump and Massie stand up to the conservative, constitutional standard of limited, restrained, moral, and lawful government? ... The post Trump, Massie, and Defining Conservatism appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 28 May 2026 12:23 am

Elon Musk Hits Up Text Thread To See If Any Of His 13 Kids Has Ketamine

STARBASE, TXFiring off dozens of messages in less than a minute at 2:30 a.m., Elon Musk reportedly hit up a text thread Wednesday to see if any of his 13 kids had ketamine. Hey kids, its Dad, Ive just been crashing out hard and need a few bumps of K to get me to the [] The post Elon Musk Hits Up Text Thread To See If Any Of His 13 Kids Has Ketamine appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 28 May 2026 12:18 am

Why I use wireless security cameras at home versus a wired system - after years of testing

After using multiple security cameras over the years, I've found the best arrangement for my home - but that doesn't make it right for everyone.

ZDNet 28 May 2026 12:04 am

Trump Boasts Annual Physical Turned Up No Signs Of Pedophilia

WASHINGTONProudly declaring that the exam revealed what he had known all along, President Donald Trump boasted Wednesday that his annual physical turned up no signs of pedophilia. The doctors gave me the most thoroughpedophilia testing you can get, and Im totally clean, said Trump, who claimed he had not only tested negative on pedophilia blood [] The post Trump Boasts Annual Physical Turned Up No Signs Of Pedophilia appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 27 May 2026 11:58 pm

Trial begins for a South Carolina store owner who fatally shot Black teen

A South Carolina jury has heard opening statements in the trial of a store owner charged with murder in the killing of a Black 14-year-old

ABC News 27 May 2026 11:54 pm

Sony Bravia 9 II vs. Bravia 9: I compared both TV models, and True RGB is a serious upgrade

Sony just announced the new Bravia 9 II True RGB TV. But is it worth upgrading from the older Bravia 9 Mini LED?

ZDNet 27 May 2026 11:46 pm

This AI-free Google alternative is surging in popularity - how to try it for yourself

DuckDuckGo is an AI-free alternative to Google's AI-based overviews, attracting more people who prefer traditional search results.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 11:31 pm

How I got my business emails through spam filters with SPF, DKIM, and DMARC

SPF, DKIM, and DMARC are three DNS-based authentication records that stop your emails from landing in spam and prevent criminals from spoofing your domain.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 11:30 pm

The Unmentionable Race? WNBA Avoids Marketing Golden Goose Caitlin Clark

Has the white race become the cancer of marketing? The WNBA has apparently whited out its most valuable product, Caitlin Clark. ... The post The Unmentionable Race? WNBA Avoids Marketing Golden Goose Caitlin Clark appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 27 May 2026 11:27 pm

I found an easy way to automatically keep AI out of my search results - and it works in nearly every browser

You can add a custom search engine in your browser that excludes all AI results. I'll show you how to do it in every major browser.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 10:28 pm

Trump Administration Proposes Federal Employee NDAs in New Push to Seal the State

The federal government has become increasingly comfortable watching the public. It is far less comfortable being watched itself. ... The post Trump Administration Proposes Federal Employee NDAs in New Push to Seal the State appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 27 May 2026 10:27 pm

Key Sens. Cruz, Cantwell look to break college sports logjam in Congress with a bipartisan bill

The senators trying to fix college sports will introduce a bipartisan bill designed to break a congressional logjam that would regulate payments to players, limit them to one free transfer over their careers and create a Lane Kiffin Rule to restric...

ABC News 27 May 2026 9:44 pm

I listened to Sony's new modular Bravia theater system, and 'Dune' never sounded so real

The Sony Bravia Theater Trio might look unassuming, but you shouldn't judge a book by its cover.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 9:30 pm

AI is an arms race, and the US wants $9 billion in Nvidia superchips to keep up

The government is playing catch-up, but Nvidia has a lifeline.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 9:09 pm

My new favorite Windows app made my PC safer and more reliable - and it's free

Downloading executable installer files from random websites is the best way to put malware on your Windows PC. Stop doing that! UniGetUI makes it easy to get all those apps from trusted sources.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 9:06 pm

Spanberger Advances the Anti-Electoral College Soft Coup Against America

The NPVIC is an unconstitutional, state-led scheme to circumvent the Electoral College and force presidential elections to be decided by popular vote. ... The post Spanberger Advances the Anti-Electoral College Soft Coup Against America appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 27 May 2026 8:30 pm

Why the future of AI is on-premises - business advice from Dell Tech World 2026

With rising costs, sovereignty requirements, and agent adoption, Dell's latest conference focused on how enterprises can transition AI workloads to a hybrid infrastructure.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 8:21 pm

Acer vs. Asus: I've tested dozens of laptops from both brands, and this one's better

Acer and Asus both have solid options, but they excel in different areas. Let's break down the major differences.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 8:18 pm

Fitbit Air vs. Whoop: I've worn both trackers for health and fitness, and this model wins

How does the new Fitbit Air stack up against the tried-and-true Whoop band? I've broken down the key differences.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 8:00 pm

Rust will save Linux from AI, says Greg Kroah-Hartman

Now that doesn't mean Linux stable kernel maintainer Greg Kroah-Hartman thinks Rust is magic.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 7:04 pm

Rapid Rise of Red-meat Allergies a Ticking Time Bomb

There is an uptick in ticks that render their victims permanently allergic to red meat. Inexplicable? Or intentional moral bioenhancement? ... The post Rapid Rise of Red-meat Allergies a Ticking Time Bomb appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 27 May 2026 6:30 pm

When my eye doctor got my glasses prescription wrong, AI helped me fix it

An eye exam produced a good distance prescription and a terrible computer prescription. Here's how AI helped decode the numbers and expose the mismatch.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 6:14 pm

Does Android Auto make your phone overheat? Try these 8 ways to cool it down

Android Auto uses a lot of resources, which can make your phone hot. Here's how to help.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 1:30 pm

These 4 Android Auto settings made my daily commute less distracting - where to find them

Using Android Auto can be as dangerous as using your phone while driving. Fortunately, these built-in safety features can make your rides much safer.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 1:30 pm

Lawyer says tourist accused of hurling rock at Hawaiian monk seal has been threatened

A tourist from Washington state is accused of throwing a coconut-sized rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal

ABC News 27 May 2026 12:33 pm

Teen charged with killing stepsister on Carnival Cruise could be jailed until trial

A judge is expected to decide whether a teenager charged with sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival Cruise ship will remain free as he awaits trial

ABC News 27 May 2026 12:30 pm

Minneapolis police chief resigns after interfering with an investigation, mayor says

The mayor of Minneapolis says the police chief hired to oversee reforms after George Floyds killing has chosen to resign rather than face discipline for interfering with an investigation into his conduct

ABC News 27 May 2026 12:21 pm

Rep. Christian Menefee wins Democratic primary for 18th House District in Texas, defeating Rep. Al Green

Rep. Christian Menefee wins Democratic primary for 18th House District in Texas, defeating Rep. Al Green

ABC News 27 May 2026 12:03 pm

Dang Van Phuoc, AP combat photographer who lost an eye in the Vietnam War, dies at 91

Former Associated Press photographer Dang Van Phuoc has died at age 91

ABC News 27 May 2026 12:02 pm

Asian shares are mostly higher, tracking Wall Street's fresh records, and oil prices fall

Asian shares are mostly higher and oil prices have fallen after the U.S. stock market rose to records

ABC News 27 May 2026 12:00 pm

Winning numbers drawn in Tuesdays Mega Millions

The winning numbers in Tuesday evenings drawing of the Mega Millions game were: 01-05-49-51-59, Mega Ball: 7, Megaplier:

ABC News 27 May 2026 11:42 am

ICE detainees are dying by suicide at an 'alarming' rate, an AP investigation finds

Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainees are taking their own lives at a pace thats unprecedented in the agencys two-decade history, highlighting what experts call failures in care and oversight

ABC News 27 May 2026 10:22 am

Millions of people have been placed in new voting districts

A redistricting effort before the November elections has reshaped congressional voting districts for millions of Americans

ABC News 27 May 2026 10:21 am

LEGO Foundation donates $97 million to bring play-based learning to more children in conflict zones

The LEGO Foundation has committed $97 million to expand the International Rescue Committee's programs that use play to aid learning and recovery for children in conflict zones

ABC News 27 May 2026 10:15 am

Colin Allred wins the Democratic primary for Texas' 33rd US House District

Colin Allred wins the Democratic primary for Texas' 33rd US House District

ABC News 27 May 2026 8:54 am

I've tried so many Linux email clients - why Aerion just replaced Geary as my top pick

A cross-platform app for Linux, MacOS and Windows, Aerion supports all the features I need, without any extra clutter.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 7:30 am

I was intrigued by Google's new video-cloning Omni AI - then I considered the implications

Google's Gemini Omni combines realism, avatars, style control, and natural-language editing in one AI video tool.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 7:00 am

Bash vs. Fish? I've tried both Linux shells, and one makes using the command line much easier

Replacing your current Linux shell with something way more user-friendly is a lot easier than you think. Let's go Fish!

ZDNet 27 May 2026 6:30 am

Massie Tells Washington: Im Not Finished 2028 Is Already in Play

It didnt take long for Representative Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) to reinforce hope among his supporters. On Monday, less than a week after he lost his reelection bid, he filed to run for federal office in 2028, signaling that hes probably not abandoning politics. I filed with FEC for the 2028 House race, he announced early ... The post Massie Tells Washington: Im Not Finished 2028 Is Already in Play appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 27 May 2026 3:35 am

DHS to Crack Down on Immigration Lawyers Who Perpetrate Asylum Fraud

The top lawyer at DHS has ordered the agencys legal team to crack down on immigration lawyers who file false asylum claims. ... The post DHS to Crack Down on Immigration Lawyers Who Perpetrate Asylum Fraud appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 27 May 2026 3:19 am

Who made the cut? Host nation USA announce 26-player World Cup squad as Pochettino reveals final list

Mauricio Pochettino and US Soccer turned the 2026 World Cup squad reveal into a major televised event in New York City, reflecting the growing profile of soccer in America ahead of a home World Cup. The announcement highlighted a squad built around experienced leaders like Christian Pulisic and Tyler Adams, while omissions such as Tanner Tessmann and Diego Luna quickly became major talking points.

The Times of India 27 May 2026 2:38 am

Maine's transgender sports initiative halted by invalid signatures

Maine's secretary of state says an initiative intended to limit transgender students ability to participate in sports has been removed from the ballot because of invalid signatures

ABC News 27 May 2026 2:07 am

Supreme Court sides with Trump in immigration judges' speech restrictions dispute

The Supreme Court is siding with President Donald Trump's administration in a lawsuit over speech restrictions on immigration judges that raised questions about the rights of federal workers

ABC News 27 May 2026 1:55 am

Supreme Court rejects Meta's appeal in Vermont social media addiction case

The Supreme Court has rejected a push to avoid a lawsuit alleging that Facebook and Instagram harmed young users, a decision that comes as social media companies increasingly face legal scrutiny

ABC News 27 May 2026 1:46 am

Trump Decries Lack Of Space To Host Parties Inside MRI Machine

BETHESDA, MDComplaining during his annual physical Tuesday that the narrow tubelike structure offered next to no room for socializing, President Donald Trump decried the lack of space to host parties inside an MRI machine. Its so cramped that maybe you can fit one or two foreign dignitaries or CEOs in there at most, said the [] The post Trump Decries Lack Of Space To Host Parties Inside MRI Machine appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 27 May 2026 1:12 am

I found 7 low-cost ways to make my TV sound a lot better (even without a soundbar)

Getting great sound from your TV doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. These are my expert-vetted TV audio tricks.

ZDNet 27 May 2026 12:02 am

One of the most user-friendly Linux distros I've ever used is also one of the most secure

Immutable Linux is the best path toward a truly secure operating system, and Aurora Linux might be the finest option for new users.

ZDNet 26 May 2026 11:57 pm

Iran Threatens Retaliation for U.S. Attack After Trump Said Peace Was at Hand, Israel Hits Lebanon

Iran has said it will retaliate against the United States after U.S. attacks on Monday, which trespassed the ceasefire in the war. ... The post Iran Threatens Retaliation for U.S. Attack After Trump Said Peace Was at Hand, Israel Hits Lebanon appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 26 May 2026 11:16 pm

The Mandalorian And Grogu Slammed By Fans As Third-Best Star Wars Film

The post The Mandalorian And Grogu Slammed By Fans As Third-Best Star Wars Film appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 26 May 2026 11:16 pm

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop leaks

The Trump administration is requesting comment on its plans to further crack down on what it calls the release of unauthorized information, as part of its continuing focus on leaks to the media

ABC News 26 May 2026 11:09 pm

I built my own Wi-Fi router with a Raspberry Pi for Starlink and solar control - here's how

This custom Wi-Fi router works off-grid with Starlink and can control my solar power station. Here's how I went about it.

ZDNet 26 May 2026 11:00 pm

Pope Leo XIV Warns Against AI Dominance in First Major Encyclical

Pope Leo XIV presented his first major encyclical, devoted to safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence. ... The post Pope Leo XIV Warns Against AI Dominance in First Major Encyclical appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 26 May 2026 10:46 pm

I've used Chrome, Edge, and Safari for years - here's why Firefox is the better browser for most people

Firefox is alive and well - and offering a fast, customizable, bloat-free, private, secure browsing experience from developers who actually listen to their users.

ZDNet 26 May 2026 10:30 pm

As US stock market hits new highs, 2 of 3 Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows

U.S. consumer confidence declined slightly this month as gas prices stayed high and inflation remained elevated, a sharp contrast to soaring stock prices that have neared record levels

ABC News 26 May 2026 9:21 pm

Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue states over truck licenses for immigrants

The Supreme Court has rejected Floridas long shot attempt to sue California and Washington over the issuance of commercial driver licenses to truckers who dont speak English and are not authorized to be in the United States

ABC News 26 May 2026 9:09 pm

Where and how to watch USAs final 26-man World Cup squad reveal: Timings, live stream and full leaked roster

The United States will officially unveil its 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup during a live event in New York, with Mauricio Pochettino preparing for his first major tournament as USMNT manager. Leaked reports have already revealed much of the expected roster, including Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie and Gio Reyna, ahead of the host nations highly anticipated World Cup campaign next month.

The Times of India 26 May 2026 8:41 pm

Trans Man Says He Killed Narcissistic Parents for Interfering With Sex Change

A Utah man says he killed his parents after they interfered with his plans to get gender reassignment surgery. ... The post Trans Man Says He Killed Narcissistic Parents for Interfering With Sex Change appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 26 May 2026 7:51 pm

Avoid these 8 solar mistakes that cut your power output in half - I learned the hard way

Solar power can definitely save you money, but it requires a different mindset than with typical grid AC. Here's why.

ZDNet 26 May 2026 6:47 pm

Releasing cool water protects fish in the Grand Canyon. That comes at cost to hydropower

Federal officials are considering cool water releases for the third consecutive year at Glen Canyon Dam in Northern Arizona this summer to safeguard the humpback chub, a federally protected fish

ABC News 26 May 2026 6:44 pm

I wore Google's Fitbit Air for a week, and it gives the Whoop a serious run for its money

The hottest health-tracking device is hidden inside a slick fitness band.

ZDNet 26 May 2026 6:30 pm

Data Centers Are Destroying Farmland

AI data centers are being constructed on thousands of acres of former agricultural land, leading to irreversible farmland loss. ... The post Data Centers Are Destroying Farmland appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 26 May 2026 6:30 pm

Player Profile: Jannik Sinner

Top-ranked tennis player Jannik Sinner arrives at the French Open on a 29-match win streak, having recently swept six consecutive ATP 1000 titles and completed the Career Golden Masters. The Onion shares everything you need to know about the four-time Grand Slam champion. Height: 8-foot-6 (with tennis racket on head) Opacity: 37% Pre-Match Ritual: Watching [] The post Player Profile: Jannik Sinner appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 26 May 2026 6:30 pm

Harvard Caps Number Of A Grades

Faculty at Harvard University voted to set limits on the number of As awarded to students, citing the need to curb grade inflation. What do you think? The post Harvard Caps Number Of A Grades appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 26 May 2026 6:30 pm

All About That Lace

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theonion 26 May 2026 6:30 pm

H&R Block Location Mistaken For Backrooms Fan Event

The post H&R Block Location Mistaken For Backrooms Fan Event appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 26 May 2026 6:30 pm

Grandma Demoted To Sippy Cup

The post Grandma Demoted To Sippy Cup appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 26 May 2026 6:30 pm

How I easily built my own Wi-Fi router with a Raspberry Pi - for Starlink and solar control

This custom Wi-Fi router works off-grid with Starlink and can control my solar power station. Here's why I went the DIY route - and how.

ZDNet 26 May 2026 6:17 pm

You can easily make Zorin OS look any feel like Windows, MacOS, or Linux - here's how

Zorin OS is one of the most popular Linux distributions. One reason is its flexibility, which makes it easy to customize the desktop's look and feel.

ZDNet 26 May 2026 5:25 pm

After years of testing robot mowers, here are the specs you can safely ignore (and which ones truly matter)

Robot mowers aren't one-size-fits-all devices - many have overhyped specs you don't even need. Here's what I recommend skipping.

ZDNet 26 May 2026 5:00 pm