DOJ vows to press charges after activists disrupt church where Minnesota ICE official is a pastor
The U.S. Department of Justice says it is investigating a group of protesters in Minnesota who disrupted services at a church where a local official with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement apparently serves as a pastor
I put away my subwoofer after switching to this room-filling soundbar - and it looks great
If you're after big and bold sound, I might've found a speaker system that hits all the right notes.
The best free AI courses and certificates for upskilling in 2026 - and I've tried them all
I've worked with AI for decades and have a master's degree in education. Here are the top free AI courses online that I recommend - and why.
Finally, Bluetooth trackers for Android users that outdo my AirTags (and at a lower price)
Chipolo's One and Card Point trackers remain my recommended options for users who want to keep tabs on their personal items.
Reprompt let attackers control Copilot and pull your data, even after you closed the chat.
Army puts 1,500 soldiers on standby for possible Minnesota deployment, AP sources say
The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active duty soldiers to be ready in case of a possible deployment to Minnesota, where federal authorities have been conducting a massive immigration enforcement operation
Spanish official says authorities estimate more than 20 people were killed in high-speed train crash in southern Spain
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Stranger Things gets sequels, spin-offs, and Episode 9 'Conformity Gate' in new SNL sketch
SNL kicked off 2026 by hilariously imagining Stranger Things sequels, spin-offs, and absurd reboots. Highlights included Steve as a forever-teen drama teacher, Nancy covering the O.J. chase, Mike gossiping in Manhattan while writing a coming-of-age story about Eleven, and Ted Wheeler oblivious to Demogorgons. The sketch skewered franchise excess, viral fan obsessions like Conformity Gate, and the shows long-running quirks, blending cringe and comedy.
New Hampshire bishop warns clergy to prepare for 'new era of martyrdom'
A New Hampshire Episcopal bishop is drawing national attention.
A viral video shows controversial internet personalities Andrew Tate, Nick Fuentes, and others singing along to Kanye West's banned song 'Heil Hitler' on a bus. The clip, featuring the antisemitic lyric, has sparked widespread outrage online. These influencers, with millions of followers, were reportedly en route to a nightclub in Miami, further fueling criticism of their public actions.
SNL sketch gives Harry Potters Harry and Ron a steamy romance inspired by HBOs Heated Rivalry
A Saturday Night Live sketch has folded Heated Rivalry into pop-culture shorthand, spoofing the HBO hockey romance through a Harry Potter parody packed with innuendo. With Finn Wolfhard, Ben Marshall and a surprise Jason Momoa cameo, the sketch reflects how quickly the series, already renewed for season two, has travelled from niche hit to mainstream reference point.
Groundskeeper Unsure What To Do With Unconscious Player Left In Medical Tent
The post Groundskeeper Unsure What To Do With Unconscious Player Left In Medical Tent appeared first on The Onion .
Setting your thermostat to this temperature could save you money (and keep you cozy)
Getting a smart thermostat can bring down your utility bill, but following these steps can save you even more money.
In their words: European governments criticize Trump's tariff threats over Greenland
European governments have criticize U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a 10% tariff on eight countries for opposing American control of Greenland
T-Mobile just undercut AT&T and Verizon by over $1,000 with a new family plan - here's what to know
T-Mobile's Better Value plan starts at $140 a month for three lines, with a five-year price guarantee. Here's the fine print.
I dismissed wireless charging for years, but this leather pad proved me wrong
Twelve South's Valet offers Qi2 wireless charging in a sophisticated, genuine leather design.
Elephant seals return to Ao Nuevo State Park in California
Every winter, about 10,000 elephant seals make their way to Californias Ao Nuevo State Park, to fight, mate and give birth
Somali businesses struggle during the Minneapolis ICE crackdown
Business owners in a Minneapolis Somali mall are feeling the impact of an immigration crackdown
Winning numbers drawn in Saturdays Powerball
The winning numbers in Saturday evenings drawing of the Powerball game were: 05-08-27-49-57, Powerball: 14
Your smart plug is seriously underutilized: 7 ways I've programmed mine to automate my home
Smart plugs are a simple, affordable way to level up your home. Here are some clever ways I use them.
Windows 11 Home vs. Windows 11 Pro: I compared both versions, and here's my upgrade advice
Windows 11 Pro gives you greater control over settings, but is it worth the extra cost? I break down the differences between the two systems.
Great Replacement: This Country Imported an Entire City of Third Worlders in 2025
This kind of rapid, nation-rending demographic change is unprecedented in all of mans pre-1900 history apart from invasions and conquests. ... The post Great Replacement: This Country Imported an Entire City of Third Worlders in 2025 appeared first on The New American .
Democrat Abigail Spanberger sworn into office as Virginia's first female governor
Democrat Abigail Spanberger sworn into office as Virginia's first female governor
Egyptian Christian Given Five Years Hard Labor for YouTube Videos Defending Faith
Egypts constitution declares that freedom of belief is absolute. Thats only true if that belief doesnt run counter to Islam. ... The post Egyptian Christian Given Five Years Hard Labor for YouTube Videos Defending Faith appeared first on The New American .
Immigrant Congressman With Trouble Speaking English Introduces Bill to Abolish ICE
An immigrant U.S. congressman who speaks broken English has introduced a bill that would abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement. ... The post Immigrant Congressman With Trouble Speaking English Introduces Bill to Abolish ICE appeared first on The New American .
Here's where Trump's most jaw-dropping promises stand a year into his second term
Some of his ideas that once seemed implausible, if not outright fanciful, are now reality. But there are other things that Trump could not deliver on.
How abortion coverage threatens to prevent a congressional deal on health care subsidies
There's broad bipartisan support in Congress for reviving federal health care subsidies that expired at the beginning of the year
I used Microsoft's free Windows 11 battery health tool to diagnose my PC - and got helpful results
Windows 11 has a built-in report that provides insight into your laptop's battery status, including whether a replacement is actually needed.
OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google all have new AI healthcare tools - here's how they work
Concerns about data privacy and hallucination aren't slowing the healthcare industry's embrace of automation.
The best 85-inch TVs you can buy in 2026: Expert recommended
Not all big-screen TVs are created equal, so I and other ZDNET experts have found the best 85-inch TVs from brands like Samsung, Sony, and more to help you create the ultimate home theater.
How to easily add a backup carrier to your phone - for free or cheap
Stranded during the Verizon outage? Set up a backup carrier on your iPhone or Android to avoid losing service again.
Winning numbers drawn in Fridays Mega Millions
The winning numbers in Friday evenings drawing of the Mega Millions game were: 02-22-33-42-67, Mega Ball: 1, Megaplier:
Actor Timothy Busfield's attorneys say an investigation undermines state's child sex abuse charges
Emmy Award-winning actor Timothy Busfields attorneys told a court he should be released while he awaits the outcome of child sex abuse charges against him
Cities designed 1-way streets to speed up traffic. Now they're being scrapped
Midsize cities across the U.S. are increasingly converting one-way streets to two-way routes
Trump's Twin Cities immigration crackdown has made chaos and tension the new normal
Work starts around sunrise for the federal officers carrying out the immigration crackdown in and around the Twin Cities, with people in tactical gear streaming from a bland office building
Judge rules feds in Minneapolis immigration operation cant detain or tear gas peaceful protesters
A U.S. judge has ruled federal officers in Minneapolis-area immigration operation cant detain or tear gas peaceful protesters who arent obstructing authorities, including when these people are observing the agents
Tennessee judge grants expanded media access to state-run executions
A judge has ruled that Tennessee prison officials must grant expanded access to media members to view state-run executions
A new earbud security flaw may expose you to remote eavesdropping - here's how to fix it
Google Fast Pair makes pairing easy, but a flawed implementation has created a serious security risk.
8-year-old girl who went missing on Navajo Nation found dead Friday
An 8-year-old girl who went missing on tribal lands in northern Arizona was found dead Friday
Trump quietly appoints 4 members to commission that will review his White House ballroom plan
President Donald Trump this week quietly appointed four new members to the Commission of Fine Arts, one of two federal panels reviewing his plan to build a White House ballroom
Prison guard accused of failing to step in during fatal inmate beating pleads to reduced charge
A New York prison guard accused of failing to intervene in the beating death of an inmate has pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment
26 Charged In Alleged College Basketball Fixing Scheme
Federal prosecutors secured indictments against 26 individuals they accused of rigging college basketball games, with the defendants facing charges that include bribery in sports, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, and aiding and abetting. What do you think? The post 26 Charged In Alleged College Basketball Fixing Scheme appeared first on The Onion .
Trump Backs Off Insurrection Act Threat; FBI Arrests Gang Member Who Stole FBI Weapon
This afternoon, President Trump backed off what apparently was an empty threat to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minneapolis. ... The post Trump Backs Off Insurrection Act Threat; FBI Arrests Gang Member Who Stole FBI Weapon appeared first on The New American .
Giddy Trump Struts All Around White House With Nobel Peace Prize In Mouth
WASHINGTONPanting excitedly as he trotted from room to room displaying his prized possession, a giddy President Donald Trump was reportedly seen Friday strutting all around the White House with a Nobel Peace Prize in his mouth. Aw, you can tell the president really loves that thinghe even hides it under his bed at night with [] The post Giddy Trump Struts All Around White House With Nobel Peace Prize In Mouth appeared first on The Onion .
Tennessee man pleads guilty to repeatedly hacking Supreme Court's filing system
A Tennessee man has pleaded guilty to hacking the U.S. Supreme Courts filing system more than two dozen times
State lawsuit claims New Jersey town's former mayor directed police to keep minorities out
The former mayor of a New Jersey town and its current leaders are denying claims that the town directed its police to keep minorities out of the community
ChatGPT's $8 subscription comes to the US: How Go compares to Plus and Pro
Here's how ChatGPT Go stacks up against OpenAI's other offerings.
I tried the viral never-ending modular keyboard, and it rewired my productivity for good
Naya is taking to Kickstarter to fund its second product launch - a modular keyboard that connects with its module lineup.
Targeting Patriotic Lawman, Wash. State Democrats Seek Power to Remove Elected Sheriffs
The target of these politicians ire is Sheriff Keith Swank of Pierce County. His trespass? Issuing un-woke social-media posts. ... The post Targeting Patriotic Lawman, Wash. State Democrats Seek Power to Remove Elected Sheriffs appeared first on The New American .
Man found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in 2001 death of San Francisco Thai grandfather
A 24-year-old man has been found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the death of an elderly Thai man in San Francisco
Ex-husband indicted by grand jury in slaying of couple found in their Ohio home
An Ohio grand jury indicted a man in the double homicide of his ex-wife and her husband who were killed in their home last month
Trump Keeps Joking About Canceling Midterms Amid Threat of Insurrection Act Invocation
Any so-called jokes about canceling elections cannot be treated as harmless in a moment when chaos appears increasingly engineered. ... The post Trump Keeps Joking About Canceling Midterms Amid Threat of Insurrection Act Invocation appeared first on The New American .
I replaced my Meta Ray-Bans with smart glasses that truly lasted all day - but there's a catch
The Solos AirGo A5 smart glasses sacrifice camera support and rich audio for more battery life compared to their competitors. Was it worth it?
Does it matter which HDMI port you use on your TV? Short answer: Yes
You might be missing out on peak performance or sound - here's how to choose the right port.
I switched to a solid-state portable battery for a week - now lithium-ion feels outdated
The BMX SolidSafe 5K wireless power bank ditches lithium-ion batteries for solid-state batteries, and it's good to know why.
Nurses restart contract talks with another major hospital system on 5th day of strike
New York City nurses on strike say theyve restarted contract talks with another one of the major hospital systems affected on the fifth day of the walkout
Do these cheap car de-icing gadgets actually work? My verdict after testing one in the winter cold
Let's take an inside look at one of the latest viral gadgets on social media.
Meet Saikat Chakrabarti: AOCs ex-aide running for Congress from Pelosis backyard
Former AOC chief of staff Saikat Chakrabarti is launching a congressional bid in San Francisco, aiming to represent California's 11th District. The Indian-origin Democrat, a former Silicon Valley engineer, is positioning himself as a reform-driven challenger in a district long shaped by Nancy Pelosi, testing the future of Democratic leadership.
LG G5 vs. LG G4: I compared both OLED TVs in a lab, and there's a surprise winner
Before the G6 releases later this year, we tested LG's two latest flagship OLED TVs to see which is the better buy.
Your Windows 11 PC has a free battery health feature that's seriously underutilized - how to find it
Windows 11 has a built-in report that provides insight into your laptop's battery health, including whether a replacement is actually needed.
How to reset your Roku TV (and why I do it even if my system is working properly)
From quick reboots to full factory resets, here's how Roku's reboot options work.
I put away my Kindle within minutes of using this handheld e-reader - and it runs on Android
The Boox Palma 2 Pro features a color display, enhanced hardware, and a stylus in a smartphone-sized package.
A mistakenly deported Babson student's lawyer wants a judge to order her return
A lawyer for a Massachusetts college student mistakenly deported to Honduras wants the government to come up with a plan to return her to the United States
Pink Cocaine Spreading In U.S.
So-called pink cocaine, a hazardous polydrug that can contain ketamine, ecstasy, meth, and sometimes fentanyl, is increasingly being found in U.S. nightclubs among users unaware of its dangerous contents. What do you think? The post Pink Cocaine Spreading In U.S. appeared first on The Onion .
Was X down for you? Outage reports spiked for Cloudflare and AWS too - here's the latest
Multiple sites appeared to deal with outages on Friday. What we know so far.
Eerily Calm Draymond Green Returns From Halftime With Large Scar On Forehead
SAN FRANCISCOIn a jarring departure from his usual brash, confrontational on-court behavior, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green reportedly returned from halftime of Thursday nights game against the Knicks eerily calm, sporting a large scar on his forehead. Angry noise gone from Draymond headDraymond good boy now, said Green, who sat on the bench petting [] The post Eerily Calm Draymond Green Returns From Halftime With Large Scar On Forehead appeared first on The Onion .
The Education Department is opening fewer sexual violence investigations as Trump dismantles it
The Education Department is opening fewer sexual violence investigations at schools and universities
Spotify is raising prices again - but I found a cheaper way to pay for it (and other alternatives)
Premium, Student, Duo, and Family users are about to pay more. Fortunately, you have other options.
7 products at CES 2026 I'd buy as soon as they'd take my money
With the Las Vegas trade show done and dusted, here are the products that impressed me the most - enough to make me reach for my wallet.
I've been wearing this $170 smartwatch for three weeks - and it's still going
Amazfit's Active Max is an impressive addition to its lineup, with a gorgeous AMOLED display and multi-week battery.
I was skeptical of a luxury smart ice maker, but the results won me over
The newest nugget ice maker by GoveeLife comes in a flashy package and delivers on its promises.
6 ways to stop cleaning up after AI - and keep your productivity gains
It's the ultimate AI paradox, but it doesn't have to be that way.
Was Biden More Authoritarian Than Trump?
Democrats claim Trump is acting in an authoritarian manner, but Joe Biden, and Democrats in particular, are more authoritarian. ... The post Was Biden More Authoritarian Than Trump? appeared first on The New American .
Rosemarie Sheppard and Martin Lang
The bride and groom tied the knot this year, 2025, but you wouldnt know it considering she walked down the aisle to a fucking Lumineers song. The post Rosemarie Sheppard and Martin Lang appeared first on The Onion .
La-Z-Boy Introduces Adjustable Morphine Drip
MONROE, MICiting its ongoing mission to provide customers with the pinnacle of comfort and relaxation, upholstered furniture mainstay La-Z-Boy announced Friday that its latest line of Jasper Rocking Recliners would feature fully adjustable morphine drips.Theres no better way to relax than with our luxurious recliners and a steady stream of opioids flowing right into your [] The post La-Z-Boy Introduces Adjustable Morphine Drip appeared first on The Onion .
Howie Mandel Ricocheted Down Hall As The Jennifer Hudson Show Spirit Tunnel Reaches Max Velocity
The post Howie Mandel Ricocheted Down Hall As The Jennifer Hudson Show Spirit Tunnel Reaches Max Velocity appeared first on The Onion .
Ask A Drunk Guy Who Needs To Get Something Off His Chest
Dear Drunk Guy Who Needs To Get Something Off His Chest, Im a single mom with a 2-year-old son, and the people in the apartment above us play loud music that wakes him from his naps. They turn it down when I ask, but the volume always goes back up a few minutes later. The [] The post Ask A Drunk Guy Who Needs To Get Something Off His Chest appeared first on The Onion .
I let Anthropic's Claude Cowork loose on my files, and it was both brilliant and scary
Let's just say backups and restraint are nonnegotiable.
Google Fast Pair offers the convenience of one-click accessory pairing, but its improper implementation has created a new security risk.
Breaking Bread: ICE agents eat at Mexican restaurant, then arrest staff
ICE agents, after dining at a Minnesota restaurant, reportedly detained three staff members hours later as they left. The incident, occurring after closing, has raised questions about the operation's nature and the workers' immigration status. This event unfolds amidst increased immigration enforcement and a recent fatal encounter involving an ICE agent in the state.
Android phone running slow? My 4-step routine makes the system operate like new again (and reliably)
A few taps and swipes are all it takes to make your old phone feel brand new.
I ditched Google Chrome for a free local browser on my Pixel, and I'd happily pay a premium for it
Puma works on iPhone and Android, offering a secure, local AI directly in your mobile browser.
Android 17, aka 'Cinnamon Bun,' is on the horizon, and there's already a lot of speculation about what it includes. Here's what I want with the next OS.
I've tested dozens of cheap power banks from Amazon - this $17 one is my favorite
The Cuktech 10,000mAh wireless charger is a true bang for your buck. Here's why.
These unassuming devices promised to lower my electricity bills - only this one was legit
If you spot one of these in a friend's or family member's power outlet, unplug it ASAP and use this instead.
Your Raspberry Pi 5 just got a major functionality upgrade - and it looks very promising
The new $130 AI HAT+ 2 unlocks generative AI for the Raspberry Pi 5.
Own a PS5? I changed these 3 settings to give the system a big performance boost
With a few quick adjustments, you can easily enhance your experience across gaming, streaming, and even online security.
0patch provides crucial security updates to Windows 10 and fills the support gap left behind by Microsoft.
This week's public beta for Digg opens signups to everyone while removing paywalls.
