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President of Parks and Rec? Trump asserts authority over public spaces in DC

President Donald Trump is making significant changes to the nation's capital as he focuses on renovations and new projects

ABC News 9 May 2026 7:51 pm

The best 85-inch TVs in 2026: Expert recommended

Upgrading your home theater with a big-screen TV can help create a more cinematic experience at home, and we tested the best from Samsung, Sony, and more.

ZDNet 9 May 2026 4:30 pm

Samsung watches can predict if you're about to faint - but there are big caveats

Up to 40% of people experience fainting episodes. What if their watches could warn them?

ZDNet 9 May 2026 3:30 pm

Best VPN services 2026: Expert tested and recommended

Looking for a solution that improves your online privacy, helps you avoid censorship, and bypasses age verification checks? We've tested and ranked the best VPNs in 2026.

ZDNet 9 May 2026 2:31 pm

I lost my Roku remotes constantly until I found this simple fix

From simply asking to using the app to secret buttons, there are several ways to find a lost remote.

ZDNet 9 May 2026 2:30 pm

A Canvas outage tied to a cyberattack has wreaked havoc on colleges' final exam season

Schools and universities across the country are recovering from an outage tied to a cyberattack that knocked down Canvas

ABC News 9 May 2026 12:07 pm

Bright lights and hot orbs: UFO files shed light on sightings but leave interpretation to the public

The Pentagon has begun releasing files on UFOs, tapping into public curiosity about unidentified phenomena

ABC News 9 May 2026 12:07 pm

US authorities cancel cruise ship worker visas as part of child sexual abuse images case

U.S. immigration authorities have canceled the visas of more than two dozen people, including some who worked on a Disney Cruise Line ship, amid allegations they possessed or had viewed child sexual abuse images

ABC News 9 May 2026 12:07 pm

Federal judge dismisses former Trump supporters defamation lawsuit against Fox News

A federal judge has dismissed a defamation lawsuit against Fox News

ABC News 9 May 2026 12:07 pm

Trump says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a 3-day ceasefire and a prisoner swap

President Donald Trump says the leaders of Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners

ABC News 9 May 2026 12:06 pm

Winning numbers drawn in Fridays Mega Millions

The winning numbers in Friday evenings drawing of the Mega Millions game were: 37-47-49-51-58, Mega Ball: 16, Megaplier:

ABC News 9 May 2026 11:03 am

US military strike on alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific kills 2

The U.S. militarys latest strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean has killed two men while leaving one survivor

ABC News 9 May 2026 7:25 am

IDF Confirms That Soldier Desecrated Statue of Virgin Mary in Southern Lebanon

Yet again, a soldier with the Israel Defense Forces in southern Lebanon has desecrated a Catholic statue, this time of the Virgin Mary. ... The post IDF Confirms That Soldier Desecrated Statue of Virgin Mary in Southern Lebanon appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 9 May 2026 6:41 am

Board of Peace: Is Globalism Being Undermined, Supercharged, or Re-imagined?

Like the UN, the Board of Peace is an illegitimate institution aimed at building world order by undermining national sovereignty piece by piece. ... The post Board of Peace: Is Globalism Being Undermined, Supercharged, or Re-imagined? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 9 May 2026 5:47 am

Black Hills drilling project canceled after backlash from tribes

A South Dakota mining company has canceled a drilling project in the Black Hills after opposition from Native American tribes and local groups

ABC News 9 May 2026 5:13 am

Kent: 18 U.S. Intel Agencies Said Iran Wasnt Building a Nuke; CIA Concluded Iran Could Hold Out for Months

Former U.S. counterterrorism chief Joe Kent says that all 18 U.S. intelligence agencies had concluded that Iran was not building a nuclear weapon. ... The post Kent: 18 U.S. Intel Agencies Said Iran Wasnt Building a Nuke; CIA Concluded Iran Could Hold Out for Months appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 9 May 2026 3:42 am

Jeffrey Epstein Suicide Note Released

A purported suicide note found by Jeffrey Epsteins cellmate after his first suicide attempt in 2019 was released to the public, though the handwritten letter has not been authenticated. What do you think? The post Jeffrey Epstein Suicide Note Released appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 9 May 2026 3:02 am

Astronauts Saw Strange Things in Space: UFO Files

Friday's UFO drop includes transcripts of astronauts reporting strange lights and objects during space missions in the '60s and '70s. ... The post Astronauts Saw Strange Things in Space: UFO Files appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 9 May 2026 2:28 am

Doctors Say Digging Own Grave Keeps Bones Healthy After Menopause

The post Doctors Say Digging Own Grave Keeps Bones Healthy After Menopause appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 9 May 2026 2:22 am

California to provide free diapers to newborns at more than 60 hospitals

California will become the first state in the nation to provide infants with hundreds of free diapers before they leave hospitals after birth

ABC News 9 May 2026 2:22 am

A council meeting is called in a small Georgia town whose mayor fired the entire police department

The town council in a small north Georgia community has called a special meeting for Friday evening to discuss reinstating their police department, and to consider a request for the mayor's immediate resignation.

ABC News 9 May 2026 2:12 am

California, Nevada, Arizona announce temporary plan to save water from Colorado River

Three western U.S. states have announced a new two-year deal to stabilize the Colorado River

ABC News 9 May 2026 1:56 am

Don't connect your smart plug to these 5 household devices - an expert warns

While smart plugs are very convenient, here are some things you should never plug into them.

ZDNet 9 May 2026 12:45 am

Cuckoos Nest: Mental-health Awareness Is Backfiring and Manufacturing Illness

Some say the increasing presence of mental-health disorders indicates better diagnoses. But the diagnoses actually can cause the disorders. ... The post Cuckoos Nest: Mental-health Awareness Is Backfiring and Manufacturing Illness appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 8 May 2026 11:37 pm

Worried about the nationwide Canvas data breach? Take these 6 steps now

A ransomware group behind the attacks claims to have stolen 275 million records connected to students, teachers, and staff. Here's how to deal with it.

ZDNet 8 May 2026 10:50 pm

Four people convicted of conspiracy in US trial tied to 2021 assassination of Haiti's president

A Florida jury has convicted four men of conspiracy in the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Mose

ABC News 8 May 2026 10:33 pm

Windows rivals to MacBook Neo are arriving - but can you handle their shortcomings?

Budget PCs have a ways to go if they really want to compete with the MacBook Neo. But Chromebooks could have a leg up.

ZDNet 8 May 2026 10:30 pm

Trump Accounts and Baby Bonds Are No Substitute for Equal Treatment Under Law

Government should not redistribute taxpayer money into state-managed accounts for select children, no matter the intentions. ... The post Trump Accounts and Baby Bonds Are No Substitute for Equal Treatment Under Law appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 8 May 2026 10:07 pm

Flying soon? American Airlines has new portable battery rules - what to know before you go

American isn't the first carrier to enforce tighter restrictions on portable power in-flight. Here's what's already changed - and why.

ZDNet 8 May 2026 10:06 pm

Joni Lamb, who started of one of the largest Christian TV networks, has died

Joni Lamb, who cofounded one of the world's largest Christian TV networks with her late husband, has died

ABC News 8 May 2026 10:04 pm

Dell vs. Lenovo: I've tested dozens of laptops from both brands, and here's my pick

Dell and Lenovo specialize in PCs, laptops, and other computing products, but which one is better? This guide will help you make the right choice for your needs.

ZDNet 8 May 2026 6:50 pm

Teresa Cox

The family of Teresa Cox, 81, will hold a burial service for her this Saturday and then exhume the body a week later for an encore. The post Teresa Cox appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 May 2026 6:30 pm

Yankees Appearance Policy Amended To Allow Extreme Body Modification

TAMPA, FLAcknowledging that the organizations famously clean-cut grooming standards had grown increasingly out of place in a league that has otherwise evolved to embrace personality and style, New York Yankees managing general partner Hal Steinbrenner announced Thursday that the team had amended its long-standing appearance policy to allow extreme body modification. After soliciting feedback from [] The post Yankees Appearance Policy Amended To Allow Extreme Body Modification appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 May 2026 6:30 pm

Taylor Swift Fires Fixer Who Forgot To Kill Justin Baldoni

The post Taylor Swift Fires Fixer Who Forgot To Kill Justin Baldoni appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 May 2026 6:30 pm

Surrogate Not Allowed On Furniture

SADDLE RIVER, NJSaying Down, down! in an assertive voice and repeatedly spraying her with water, local man Justin Landry emphasized to reporters Thursday that his surrogate was not allowed on the furniture. I feel bad, but this couch is expensive, and I dont exactly know where shes been, said Landry, adding that as much as [] The post Surrogate Not Allowed On Furniture appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 May 2026 6:30 pm

God Discontinues The Pebble

THE HEAVENSIn an effort to make the universe a more modern and efficient place, the Lord God, Creator of Heaven and Earth, confirmed Wednesday that He would be discontinuing the pebble. Starting in the year of our Me 2026, I will be ceasing creation of the pebble so that I can turn My focus toward [] The post God Discontinues The Pebble appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 May 2026 6:30 pm

Study: City Birds More Afraid Of Women Than Men

A study found that birds residing in cities consistently allowed men to approach almost a meter closer before flying away on average than women, with researchers unsure how they are able to determine sex or a reason for their behavior. What do you think? The post Study: City Birds More Afraid Of Women Than Men appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 May 2026 6:30 pm

Church Of Scientology Speedrunner Screams After Barging In On Xenu Taking Bath

LOS ANGELESHowling in terror upon observing the Supreme Ruler of the Galaxy in all of His uncovered glory, TikTok creator Alex Morris reportedly screamed Friday after barging in on a bathing Xenu during a speedrun of a Church of Scientology building. Jesus fucking Christwhat the hell is that thing? Morris said mid-livestream as the ancient, [] The post Church Of Scientology Speedrunner Screams After Barging In On Xenu Taking Bath appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 May 2026 6:30 pm

Ex-deputy found guilty of reckless homicide in shooting of Black man entering grandmother's home

Jurors in Ohio have convicted a former sheriffs deputy of reckless homicide in the shooting of a Black man who was carrying sandwiches into his grandmothers home

ABC News 8 May 2026 12:08 pm

Epstein cellmate says he found a suicide note. Justice Department says it's seeing it for first time

A note attributed to Jeffrey Epstein in his first suspected jail suicide attempt in 2019 has been made public

ABC News 8 May 2026 12:07 pm

Trump drives across Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to inspect new blue coating he's putting on it

President Donald Trump has visited the Lincoln Memorial to see the reflecting pool he's painting in a color he calls American flag blue.

ABC News 8 May 2026 12:05 pm

Judge rules Trump administration's cancellation of humanities grants was unconstitutional

A federal judge in New York has ruled that the Trump administration's cancellation of over $100 million in humanities grants was unconstitutional

ABC News 8 May 2026 12:05 pm

US launches a review of Mexican consulates that could lead to closures

The Trump administration is conducting a review of the 53 Mexican consulates in the United States

ABC News 8 May 2026 12:05 pm

Immigration enforcement guidance for warrantless arrests falls short, federal judge says

A federal judge says instructions received by immigration enforcement officers to make civil immigrant arrests without warrants do not meet probable cause standards and should not used as guidance

ABC News 8 May 2026 12:04 pm

Judge to rule Friday whether Charlie Kirk murder case can be filmed, photographed

A Utah judge is set to decide if news outlets can continue to film, photograph and livestream the murder case against the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk

ABC News 8 May 2026 12:04 pm

Suspect faces 5 years in unsolved 2021 disappearance of Navajo elder Ella Mae Begay

The only person ever charged in the unsolved 2021 disappearance of Navajo elder Ella Mae Begay is set to be sentenced Friday in federal court

ABC News 8 May 2026 12:04 pm

United Arab Emirates says its air defenses are intercepting drone and missile fire as Iran wars ceasefire challenged

United Arab Emirates says its air defenses are intercepting drone and missile fire as Iran wars ceasefire challenged

ABC News 8 May 2026 10:02 am

Alabama Republicans look to set new US House primaries if courts allow redistricting

Alabama lawmakers are set to vote on a measure that could change the state's congressional primaries as part of a bid to switch its U.S. House districts

ABC News 8 May 2026 10:01 am

Authorities to update public on search of home tied to man convicted of killing Kristin Smart

Authorities plan to update the public Friday on a search of a home tied to the man convicted of killing 19-year-old college student Kristin Smart in 1996

ABC News 8 May 2026 10:01 am

US lifts hold on immigration applications for doctors, but leaves others waiting

U.S. immigration officials have quietly lifted a hold on green card and visa applications for doctors from three dozen countries

ABC News 8 May 2026 10:01 am

Roku apps loading slow? 9 quick fixes I try before blaming my Wi-Fi

If your Roku is lagging, with apps struggling to open, it might not be your Wi-Fi. Here's what I do to fix performance.

ZDNet 8 May 2026 6:30 am

Google Maps vs. Apple Maps: I compared two of the best navigation apps - here's my pick

Apple Maps has improved over the years, but how does it compare to Google Maps today? Here's the verdict after extended use.

ZDNet 8 May 2026 6:13 am

'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention center was meant to be temporary: DeSantis

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says the immigration detention center known as Alligator Alcatraz always was meant to be temporary

ABC News 8 May 2026 6:05 am

New York to restrict ICE despite threat from Trump's border czar

President Donald Trumps border czar has threatened to flood the zone with immigration agents if New York passes bills to limit local coordination with the federal governments crackdown

ABC News 8 May 2026 4:42 am

WaPo Satellite Analysis: Iran Hit More Than 225 U.S. Military Assets Across Region Through Mid-April

A review of satellite imagery by The Washington Post shows damage inflicted by Iran exceeds that reported by the Defense Department. ... The post WaPo Satellite Analysis: Iran Hit More Than 225 U.S. Military Assets Across Region Through Mid-April appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 8 May 2026 3:22 am

New data on 2022 China plane crash suggests cockpit struggle and fuel cut

Newly released data suggests that someone intentionally cut off the fuel to both engines of a China Eastern Airlines jet and there was a struggle over the controls before the plane slammed into a mountain in 2022

ABC News 8 May 2026 2:55 am

Critics: Jayapal Conducting Private Diplomacy to Undermine Trump Oil Sanctions on Cuba

Far-left Democratic Representative Pramila Jayapal of Washington is under fire for possibly violating the Logan Act by engaging in private conversations with foreign countries about shipping oil to Cuba. The congresswoman apparently thinks she can pursue private diplomacy to overturn President Trumps decision to stop oil shipments to the Caribbean communist outpost after U.S. forces ... The post Critics: Jayapal Conducting Private Diplomacy to Undermine Trump Oil Sanctions on Cuba appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 8 May 2026 2:19 am

A kitten survives a tornado and his tiny meows bring rescue

Storm chaser Ashton Lemley was helping search through a Mississippi trailer park destroyed by tornadoes when he heard a kitten meowing from the rubble

ABC News 8 May 2026 2:17 am

Israeli Lobby Spends $10 Million to Defeat Massie

A Kentucky primary race has become a battle between neocon megadonors and an emerging right-wing/libertarian coalition. ... The post Israeli Lobby Spends $10 Million to Defeat Massie appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 8 May 2026 2:15 am

Man who sprayed vinegar at Rep. Ilhan Omar during town hall pleads guilty to assault

The man charged with assault for spraying vinegar at Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar at a town hall meeting in Minneapolis has pleaded guilty in federal court after reaching a deal with prosecutors

ABC News 8 May 2026 2:10 am

Suspect in deadly Austin bar shooting was 'lone actor,' FBI probe finds

The FBI says the man who killed three people and wounded more than a dozen others in a mass shooting at a downtown Austin, Texas, bar in March acted alone and there's no evidence he was supported or directed by a foreign terrorist group

ABC News 8 May 2026 12:58 am

Study Finds Cell Phone Bans Dont Help Grades

A large-scale study found no correlation between school cell phone bans and higher test scores, though the findings pointed to increased levels of well-being among students. What do you think? The post Study Finds Cell Phone Bans Dont Help Grades appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 8 May 2026 12:56 am

I started clearing my Roku cache, and it fixed my biggest TV complaint

Clearing my Roku cache takes less than a minute. When I remember to do it, my system runs like new.

ZDNet 8 May 2026 12:14 am

USPS considers allowing people to ship handguns through the mail

The United States Postal Service is considering a rule change that would allow anyone to send handguns through the mail for the first time in nearly 100 years

ABC News 8 May 2026 12:12 am

ReMarkable Paper Pure vs. Amazon Kindle Scribe: I've written on both E Ink tablets - this one wins

I compared two of the best black-and-white e-readers on the market; they look similar but have very different use cases.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 11:30 pm

U.S. Foreign Intervention Is Fueling Global Nuclearization

Globalist foreign policy experts suggest that U.S. foreign meddling is causing rogue nations like North Korea to build nuclear weapons. ... The post U.S. Foreign Intervention Is Fueling Global Nuclearization appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 7 May 2026 11:29 pm

Lost your Roku remote? Here are four ways you can still control your TV

You can still watch your favorite shows even if your Roku remote has disappeared. Here's how.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 11:27 pm

Comey seeks to cancel upcoming court appearance in North Carolina in Trump threat case

Former FBI Director James Comey is seeking to cancel his upcoming court appearance in North Carolina

ABC News 7 May 2026 11:12 pm

Artist Profile: Noah Kahan

Noah Kahan, the singer-songwriter behind Stick Season, has topped the Billboard 200 chart with his new album, The Great Divide. The Onion shares everything you need to know about Kahan. Genre: Barn wedding Influenced By: Growing up listening to oldies like Hozier and Bon Iver Fans Call Themselves: Empaths Signature Hairstyle: The Crucible Ideal First [] The post Artist Profile: Noah Kahan appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 7 May 2026 11:10 pm

Harry Styles Hits It Off With Zo Kravitzs Mom A Little Too Well

NEW YORKExpressing resentment as the evening dragged on into its fifth hour, actress Zo Kravitz was reportedly upset this week after fianc Harry Styles hit it off with her mom a little too well. Im glad they found something to talk about; I just assumed the conversation would be more about me, or at least [] The post Harry Styles Hits It Off With Zo Kravitzs Mom A Little Too Well appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 7 May 2026 11:09 pm

Wind projects are stalled because the Pentagon isn't completing its reviews, industry group says

A clean energy group says the Pentagon is holding up the development of more than 250 new onshore wind farms on private lands by failing to complete its national security reviews

ABC News 7 May 2026 11:02 pm

What Are We Doing After Graduation?

The post What Are We Doing After Graduation? appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 7 May 2026 11:01 pm

Hundreds of readers bought this E Ink tablet - and I highly recommend it

ZDNET readers love this E Ink tablet, thanks to its paper-to-pen writing experience and versatile uses.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 10:34 pm

This Lenovo laptop might be its most competitive Dell XPS rival yet - my test results prove it

Lenovo's Pro 9i Aura Edition is a powerful laptop that boasts strong sustained performance, a vivid display, and a robust cooling system.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 9:56 pm

Whoop vs. Fitbit Air: I compared Google's new fitness band to the industry favorite

Taking on Whoop, Google unveiled its brand new screenless fitness band, the Fitbit Air. Here's which one is better, by the specs.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 7:30 pm

Hungarys Magyar Reveals Socialist-globalist Colors; EU Court Strikes Down Anti-LGBT Law

Prime Minister-designate Pter Magyar has already begun moving the formerly conservative Hungary toward socialism and globalism. ... The post Hungarys Magyar Reveals Socialist-globalist Colors; EU Court Strikes Down Anti-LGBT Law appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 7 May 2026 6:30 pm

Delaney Airhart and Jack Trusler

The bride and groom spent Sunday under the impression that they were cementing their union in the eyes of God, who unfortunately was busy watching a Frasier rerun at the time. The post Delaney Airhart and Jack Trusler appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 7 May 2026 6:30 pm

Garfield Director BegsChris Pratt To Stop Ad-Libbing Bible Verses

LOS ANGELESIn a desperate effort to get production of the animated film sequel back on schedule, Garfield Movie 2 director Mark Dindal reportedly begged lead voice actor Chris Pratt to stop ad-libbing Bible verses Thursday.The line is Is that lasagna I smell? not A companion of gluttons shames his father, said Dindal, storming into the [] The post Garfield Director BegsChris Pratt To Stop Ad-Libbing Bible Verses appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 7 May 2026 6:30 pm

Trump Shares Recipe For Famous Better Than Pedophilia Cake

WASHINGTONClaiming that his signature dessert had garnered rave reviews from victims and co-conspirators alike, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on Tuesday to share the recipe for his famous Better than Pedophilia cake.This decadent, easy-to-throw-together cake will be the star of any child-trafficking meetup you bring it to, and just like pedophilia, once you [] The post Trump Shares Recipe For Famous Better Than Pedophilia Cake appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 7 May 2026 6:30 pm

Clarence Thomas becomes the second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is now the second longest-serving justice in history, overtaking someone who was nominated by President Abraham Lincoln

ABC News 7 May 2026 6:28 pm

China signals again that Taiwan is a priority ahead of Trump-Xi meeting

China is signaling that Taiwan will be a priority ahead of a summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping next week

ABC News 7 May 2026 6:04 pm

After the Los Angeles wildfires, clergy crossed denominational lines and forged new bonds

Faith leaders in Southern California are uniting after devastating twin wildfires that hit the region in January 2025 causing unprecedented losses

ABC News 7 May 2026 6:04 pm

Cruise company says 29 passengers left hantavirus outbreak ship on April 24, after 1st fatality on board

Cruise company says 29 passengers left hantavirus outbreak ship on April 24, after 1st fatality on board

ABC News 7 May 2026 4:27 pm

China gives suspended death sentences to 2 former defense ministers who were accused of bribery

China gives suspended death sentences to 2 former defense ministers who were accused of bribery

ABC News 7 May 2026 4:27 pm

Trump wants to paint the Eisenhower office building white. Now a key federal agency considers it

President Donald Trump's plan to put a coat of white paint on the granite exterior of a historic building that's part of the White House complex is getting a hearing by a key federal agency

ABC News 7 May 2026 4:27 pm

Republicans once saw Michigan as ripe for a takeover, but the mood is shifting

Michigan Republicans once viewed 2026 as their best chance to reclaim power in the battleground state

ABC News 7 May 2026 4:27 pm

Rubio arrives for audience with Pope Leo XIV to ease tensions after Trump's criticism over Iran

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting the Vatican to mend ties after President Donald Trumps criticisms of Pope Leo XIV and the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran

ABC News 7 May 2026 4:27 pm

Man charged in Colorado firebomb attack on demonstrators to plead guilty to murder

A man accused of a firebomb attack on a demonstration in Colorado is set to plead guilty to murder and other charges

ABC News 7 May 2026 4:20 pm

Southern Poverty Law Center attorneys make first court appearance in fraud case

Lawyers for the Southern Poverty Law Center are set to appear in federal court in Alabama

ABC News 7 May 2026 4:20 pm

Best travel VPNs of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

If you want to avoid missing your favorite show on your next vacation, check out our favorite travel VPNs of 2026.

ZDNet 7 May 2026 4:00 pm