Years of drought has Corpus Christi, Texas, wrestling with water crisis
Threat not just to residential use but also to refineries, petrochemical plants.
Trump: U.S. Will Blockade Strait of Hormuz, Finish Off Iran Because Peace Talks Failed
President Trump announced this morning that the U.S. Navy will block the Strait of Hormuz because peace talks with Iran have failed. ... The post Trump: U.S. Will Blockade Strait of Hormuz, Finish Off Iran Because Peace Talks Failed appeared first on The New American .
CBS Announces Retirement Of Longtime Masters Commentators Captain Cooter And The Gooch
AUGUSTA, GASaluting the illustrious sportscasters for their passionate work over the course of nearly 40 years in the Augusta National Golf Club broadcast booth, CBS officials announced Sunday that longtime commentators Captain Cooter and the Gooch would be retiring upon conclusion of the 2026 Masters Tournament. Today marks the end of an era as we [] The post CBS Announces Retirement Of Longtime Masters Commentators Captain Cooter And The Gooch appeared first on The Onion .
Lessons learned in '70s have made US, world economies less vulnerable to oil shocks
The world economy is experiencing a disorienting flashback to the 1970s
Here's my favorite email trick for cleaning up inbox clutter - automatically
Is your inbox overflowing with ads, newsletters, and social media updates? This one feature that's built into most email solutions will fix that for you.
Winning numbers drawn in Saturdays Powerball
The winning numbers in Saturday evenings drawing of the Powerball game were: 06-47-49-53-60, Powerball: 6
Iran war diverts US military and attention from Asia ahead of Trump's summit with China's leader
President Barack Obama in 2011 declared it was time to leave behind the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and pivot to Asia to counter China's rise
Cruise companies to Alaska are avoiding a popular excursion to Tracy Arm after a massive landslide
For years, a popular part of many cruises in southeast Alaska has been sailing up Tracy Arm, a long, narrow fjord marked by steep mountains, glittering waterfalls and calving glaciers
What to know about Trump's tax breaks for tips and overtime when filing state tax returns
Millions of Americans are expected to claim new federal tax breaks for tips and overtime wages under a law enacted by President Donald Trump
Polls open in Hungary election with implications for Europe, Ukraine and beyond
Polls open in Hungary election with implications for Europe, Ukraine and beyond
The Latest: US Vice President Vance leaves Pakistan after talks with Iran end without agreement
U.S. Vice President JD Vance says negotiations between the United States and Iran ended without a deal after the Iranians refused to accept American terms to not develop a nuclear weapon
US and Iran end ceasefire talks and Vance heads home without an agreement
The United States and Iran have failed to reach an agreement at the end of historic, face-to-face talks
A 23-story Miami hotel is set for implosion on a human-made island near downtown
A hotel at one of Miamis most exclusive locations is set to be demolished to make way for something even bigger
The $30 Google TV stick may be the budget Chromecast successor we've been waiting for
Walmart's next streaming device might be exactly what Chromecast fans have been longing for. Here's what's expected.
Soviet California: School Suspended Pro-ICE Student, Abetted Vulgar, Anti-ICE Peers
Try this on for size: Hundreds of San Diego high-school students staged a mid-school-day walkout in February to protest ICE. ... The post Soviet California: School Suspended Pro-ICE Student, Abetted Vulgar, Anti-ICE Peers appeared first on The New American .
Nations Sensitive Kids Denounce NHL Goal Horns
The post Nations Sensitive Kids Denounce NHL Goal Horns appeared first on The Onion .
Scottie Schefflers Masters Hopes Fade After He Is Swallowed By Sandworm
The post Scottie Schefflers Masters Hopes Fade After He Is Swallowed By Sandworm appeared first on The Onion .
Its over: Family of NYPD officer Gerard Carter finds closure as killer dies in prison after 25 years
UK puts Chagos Islands handover deal on hold after Trump withdraws support
Britain has put its plan to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius on hold after the U.S. administration withdrew support for the deal
The best AR and MR glasses in 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
We tested the best AR and MR glasses that seamlessly blend digital content with the real world for immersive work and entertainment experiences.
Tribal gas stations offer a reprieve from high prices during Iran war
Gas prices are still rising due to the Iran war but drivers are saving by fueling up at tribally owned gas stations
Winning numbers drawn in Fridays Mega Millions
The winning numbers in Friday evenings drawing of the Mega Millions game were: 03-18-36-42-49, Mega Ball: 6, Megaplier:
The Latest: Vance arrives in Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials to shore up shaky ceasefire
A U.S. delegation led by Vice President JD Vance arrived in Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials aimed at shoring up a shaky ceasefire and paving the way for a permanent end to the fighting
Allies yank support for Swalwell's California governor run after sexual assault allegations
Prominent supporters of California Rep. Eric Swalwell's bid for governor are withdrawing their support in a stunning political reversal
Gap between rich and poor nations is growing even wider, UN report says
The gap between rich and poor nations is growing even wider as actions agreed to by many countries last year, including overhauling the major global financial institutions, remain unfulfilled promises
California Rep. Swalwell denies assault allegations
California Rep. Eric Swalwell is denying allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman twice, including once when she worked for him
NYT: Netanyahu Lied to Trump to Provoke Iran Attack
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convinced President Trump that defeating Iran would be easy, according to a NYT report. ... The post NYT: Netanyahu Lied to Trump to Provoke Iran Attack appeared first on The New American .
Eric Adams, former 'international mayor' of NYC, becomes an honorary Albanian citizen
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams has become a citizen of Albania
Northern California explosion: 5 charged with murder after fireworks warehouse blast kills 7
This handy electric screwdriver is now 50% off on Amazon - how to snag the deal
Tackle small home repairs, DIY projects, and crafts with the Fanttik S1 Pro electric screwdriver.
Cocaine, Caffeine Detected In Sharks
A new study revealed that sharks in the Bahamas tested positive for cocaine, caffeine, painkillers, and other substances, with such contaminants increasingly found in tourism-driven marine environments. What do you think? The post Cocaine, Caffeine Detected In Sharks appeared first on The Onion .
Home Depot's Ryobi yard work bundle packs a free power tool - how to get yours
Prep your lawn and garden with this Ryobi string trimmer and leaf blower bundle, plus choose an extra tool for absolutely free.
Melania Trump: Never Once In My 4,000 Years Have I Been To Epstein Island
The post Melania Trump: Never Once In My 4,000 Years Have I Been To Epstein Island appeared first on The Onion .
'Finally, a boomless headset for the office': How Jabra made headphones I'd take to a boardroom
Jabra's redesigned Evolve3 75 hits all the right notes for a business-minded hybrid headset.
Melania Trump Slams Baseless Reports Linking Her To Wrong Wealthy Pedophile
WASHINGTONIn an effort to refute what she described as utterly vile attacks on her character, Melania Trump slammed baseless reports this week that linked her to the wrong wealthy pedophile. Let me clear: While I have deep ties to a certain affluent individual and secret societies involved in pedophilia, I never once sexually harmed children [] The post Melania Trump Slams Baseless Reports Linking Her To Wrong Wealthy Pedophile appeared first on The Onion .
I used this EcoFlow battery to run my 3,000-sq-ft home in a blackout - here's how it kept my AC on
Many backup systems keep essentials online, but the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ulta X can run your house like normal without interruption.
Microsoft's Windows Insider Program is no longer a confusing mess
Did Microsoft finally fix its preview program for Windows 11? Here's what's changing - including one upgrade I didn't see coming.
George Lucas Calls Darth Maul To Congratulate Him On Disney+ Series
SAN ANSELMO, CAFeeling surprised and delighted by his former employees success,Star Warscreator George Lucas reportedly called Darth Maul on Friday to congratulate the Sith Lord on his new Disney+ series. Hey man, I know its been a while since we talked, but I just wanted to say I saw the news, and Im really proud [] The post George Lucas Calls Darth Maul To Congratulate Him On Disney+ Series appeared first on The Onion .
Automatic Draft Registration Set to Begin in December
By December, eligible American men will no longer need to register for the draft themselves. The government will do it for them. ... The post Automatic Draft Registration Set to Begin in December appeared first on The New American .
YouTube Premium's price goes up to $15.99 in June - but you can save $32 with one change
Depending on your plan, you'll have to shell out an extra $2 to $4 each month.
MLB Rookie Still Cant Believe The Sunflower Seeds Are Free
NEW YORKSaying that it was truly sinking in that he had finally made it to the big leagues, New York Mets rookie Carson Benge told reporters Friday he still couldnt believe the sunflower seeds in the dugout were free. Its honestly insaneyou can just take them. As many as you want. Nobody says a word, [] The post MLB Rookie Still Cant Believe The Sunflower Seeds Are Free appeared first on The Onion .
Your router may be vulnerable to Russian hackers, FBI warns: 5 steps to take now
The FBI and NSA warn that Russian hackers are exploiting vulnerable routers, but there are ways you can take to protect yourself.
Just how accurate is that smartwatch or smart ring? I tested three health trackers' step counters to find out.
Pros And Cons Of Phone-Free Concerts
More artists are banning phones at their shows. The Onion examines the pros and cons of phone-free concerts. PRO Phone finally gets some alone time Get to give full attention to jumbotron screen Brings back thousands of professional bootlegger jobs Plenty of other ways to make not-invited friend feel excluded Need both hands for Nintendo [] The post Pros And Cons Of Phone-Free Concerts appeared first on The Onion .
How I check, test, and charge my AA and AAA batteries - and sift out defective ones
I've been a fan of Olight flashlights for many years. Now I'm a fan of its new pro-grade battery charger. Here's why.
Melania Trump Makes Stunning Epstein Announcement, Calls on Congress to Act
Melania Trump has come out publicly with an announcement that she had no involvement with Jeffrey Epstein or his actions. ... The post Melania Trump Makes Stunning Epstein Announcement, Calls on Congress to Act appeared first on The New American .
Climate change is outpacing evolution. Scientists are using DNA to catch up
As climate change outpaces the ability of ecosystems to adapt, scientists are turning to conservation genomics to guide restoration
Gideon Spencer, 77, died Monday. The family requests privacy while they fight over his stuff. The post Gideon Spencer appeared first on The Onion .
WASHINGTONIn a surprising collective announcement that left the American public hugging and crying tears of joy, the nations women declared Wednesday that they were pregnant, confirming en masse that its yours.Our little blessing is due in October, the chorus of approximately 78 million women of reproductive age said in perfect unison, each gently placing a [] The post Nations Women: Were Pregnant! appeared first on The Onion .
Coachella Medical Staff Rush Overly Lucid Man To Emergency Psychedelics Tent
INDIO, CAStressing that they had to act quickly before the situation further deteriorated, medical staff working the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival reportedly rushed overly lucid 23-year-old Zach Hillman into an emergency psychedelics tent Friday. Thank God for the good Samaritans who alerted us as soon as they noticed him standing up straight and [] The post Coachella Medical Staff Rush Overly Lucid Man To Emergency Psychedelics Tent appeared first on The Onion .
Hot Ones Host Begs BTS To Stop Dancing And Try Wings
NEW YORKBTS appeared Thursday in an unconventionally tense episode of the YouTube series Hot Wings during which host Sean Evans was reportedly forced to beg members of the boy band to stop dancing and just try the damn wings. Boys, please! said Evans, raising his voice and clapping his hands in a futile effort to [] The post Hot Ones Host Begs BTS To Stop Dancing And Try Wings appeared first on The Onion .
AirDrop is coming to older Samsung phones - is yours supported? How to get it early
The latest OneUI 8.5 beta lets Samsung phones, including the Galaxy S24 and S25, share files with Apple devices.
In his first 100 days, Mamdani brings a unique star power to New York City governance
In his first 100 days in office, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has governed with a star power unusual in politics
I'm no longer using Google Photos as just a cloud storage - 5 tools that elevate the app
Google Photos is much more than just a means to store the pictures and videos you take, and you'll be surprised at what it can do for you.
The best Samsung TVs of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
Samsung has been offering excellent budget, mid-range, and premium TVs for decades, and the 2026 lineup continues to prove why the brand is one of the best on the market.
The best mobile scanning apps of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
I tested the top mobile scanning apps to help you turn documents into PDFs, digitize images, and translate text on the go.
Using Frisco as a film set: Indian-origin man exposes coordinated anti-Indian campaign in US
The best HP laptops of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
We've tested the best HP laptops, from ultraportables to the big screen options. These are our favorites in 2026.
Attorney for a man shot by ICE says his client denies being a gang member
The attorney for a man shot by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during an arrest in central California says his client is recovering after three surgeries for multiple gunshot wounds and that he denies being a gang member
NYC man charged with setting deadly fire said he needed to 'get out his rage'
A New York City man has been charged in the deaths of four people, including a toddler, who died after a fire broke out in a residential building last month
Venezuelan lawmakers approve a sweeping mining bill to lure foreign investors
Venezuelan lawmakers have approved a bill to regulate mining as the country seeks to attract leery foreign investors to a once-private industry that has long been exploited by criminal groups with ties to the government
Prediction markets are back in the spotlight, this time because of the war in Iran
Prediction markets let people wager on anything from a basketball game to the outcome of a presidential election and recently, even the fate of the U.S. and Israels war against Iran
Surprise: Not every Lenovo laptop is worth recommending in 2026 - the Yoga 7i is proof
Lenovo's Yoga 7a 2-in-1 is a versatile and well-built PC, though its mid-tier hardware makes it hard to recommend over rivals.
Sheriff's deputy killed in central California while serving eviction notice
A man shot and killed a central California sheriffs deputy while authorities were serving an eviction notice
Officials charge 21 people in hospice fraud exceeding $250 million
California officials say they uncovered a multimillion-dollar scheme to defraud the state for hospice services paid for with a government insurance program
Israels bombing campaign in Lebanon that seeks to conquer the southern part of the country is killing Christians, critics aver. ... The post Reports: Israels Campaign to Seize Southern Lebanon Is Killing Christians. Carlson Calls for End to Aid. appeared first on The New American .
Massie Floats Gubernatorial Run
Could the people of Kentucky end up with a Governor Thomas Massie? It's something he'd consider. But first, he has to win his primary. ... The post Massie Floats Gubernatorial Run appeared first on The New American .
Louisiana GOP races to eliminate an elected office won by an exonerated man
A New Orleans man exonerated after serving nearly 30 years in prison has a new fight on his hands
Passenger Gives Birth Mid-Flight
A Caribbean Airlines passenger went into labor while traveling to New York from Jamaica, giving birth as the flight was in its final descent to JFK Airport. What do you think? The post Passenger Gives Birth Mid-Flight appeared first on The Onion .
Bilderberg 2026: Washington Hosting the Global Deep State
The Bilderberg Group a who's who of Western power brokers and Insiders is meeting in Washington, D.C., this week. ... The post Bilderberg 2026: Washington Hosting the Global Deep State appeared first on The New American .
Evers signs a law legalizing online sports betting in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has signed a bill into law that legalizes online sports betting, making it the 33rd state to allow the practice
Well-timed bets on Polymarket tied to Iran war draw calls for investigations
Calls are increasing inside Congress for investigations into the prediction market platform Polymarket
Universities of Wisconsin regents cite disputes over AI and other topics in president's firing
Leaders on the board that oversees the Universities of Wisconsin say that the fired president of the system was slow to address pressing issues like artificial intelligence and feared upsetting policymakers, faculty and staff
Watch: Mid-air scare on Boston-bound Cape Air flight as cabin door opens shortly after takeoff
State Department Issues Travel Warning For Women Vacationing With Husbands
WASHINGTONIn an effort to call attention to a potentially life-threatening hazard, the State Department issued a travel warning Thursday for all women considering taking a vacation with their husbands. While we arent yet expressly banning women from traveling with their husbands, were emphatically urging them to use extreme caution if they feel they must take [] The post State Department Issues Travel Warning For Women Vacationing With Husbands appeared first on The Onion .
Samsung S95H vs. Samsung S95F: I compared both OLED TVs, and there's a surprise winner
Samsung's flagship OLED TV got a refresh in 2026, but is it enough of an upgrade to skip over last year's S95F?
Man ends fight to reclaim Albert, his 12-foot alligator seized in 2024
A Buffalo-area man has given up his legal battle to reclaim his seized alligator, Albert
I tested CuerdOS and its unique app lineup is even better than its blazing speed
CuerdOS is a niche Debian-based distro with a alternative approach to preinstalled software - and it's truly a breath of fresh air.
Hegseth Targets Woke Boy Scouts, Encourages Christian Alternatives
Scouting America formerly known as Boy Scouts has become a woke program pushing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), homosexuality, and transgenderism. Consequently, hundreds of thousands of families have fled Scouts for God-centered alternatives, like Trail Life USA. Boys need to understand true biblical masculinity while experiencing Gods creation in the great outdoors, explains ... The post Hegseth Targets Woke Boy Scouts, Encourages Christian Alternatives appeared first on The New American .
US pastor, wife arrested for sexual abuse of foster children; more victims suspected
How I turned my Android tablet into the ultimate Kindle alternative - for free
There's no need for a separate device when your Android tablet or iPad can hold your whole reading library - just like a Kindle.
A lawsuit has been filed over the death of Keith McAllister, who was fatally pulled into an MRI machine in New York. His widow alleges staff failed to enforce basic safety protocols, allowing him to enter with a heavy metal chain. The case raises serious questions about negligence, safety compliance, and accountability as it proceeds through the courts.
Apple's iOS 26.4.1 update enables Stolen Device Protection by default now - grab it today
The latest iOS update also repairs a glitch with iCloud syncing and comes with the usual bug fixes.
I use ChatGPT's new Tubi app to find free movies and TV shows to watch - here's how
The free Tubi TV video streamer now integrates with ChatGPT so you can ask the AI to search the site's lineup of more than 300,000 movies and TV episodes.
Why Ubuntu 26.04 will thrill gamers - and it's not just the performance bump
I love this new release for its speed, replacement apps - and for what's missing.
NASAs Artemis II Mission By The Numbers
Following their historic moon flyby, the Artemis II crew will return to Earth on Friday. The Onion looks at the key facts and figures behind the lunar mission. 15 mph Speed limit in moon zone 49 million Fewer streams than a British guy playing League Of Legends 4 Times mission specialist Jeremy Hansen has suggested [] The post NASAs Artemis II Mission By The Numbers appeared first on The Onion .
The best Android tablets of 2026: Lab tested, expert recommended
There's more to tablets than iPads. ZDNET tested our favorite Android tablets from Samsung, TCL, and others.
