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The Scheme to Eliminate Private Property and Reorganize Human Society

Susette Kelos little pink house was the subject of a Supreme Court ruling that eminent domain could be used to justify nearly any taking of property. ... The post The Scheme to Eliminate Private Property and Reorganize Human Society appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 31 Jul 2026 1:32 am

Heavy rains lead to water rescues, grist mill destruction in upstate New York

Cleanup efforts are underway in parts of upstate New York following two days of heavy rains that led to flash flooding, water rescues and the destruction of a centuries-old grist mill

ABC News 31 Jul 2026 1:31 am

Spanish authorities say at least 9 people have died trying to reach Ceuta from Morocco

Spanish authorities say at least 9 people have died trying to reach Ceuta from Morocco

ABC News 31 Jul 2026 1:30 am

Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise Face Off Alone On Celebrity Family Feud

The post Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise Face Off Alone On Celebrity Family Feud appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 31 Jul 2026 1:13 am

Appraisal Artifice: The Legalized-theft Property-tax Racket

Artificially inflating appraisals allows the government to collect more and more taxes on properties that dont truly increase in value. ... The post Appraisal Artifice: The Legalized-theft Property-tax Racket appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 31 Jul 2026 1:09 am

Do Tariffs Cause War? Mises Fellow Explains

Can tariffs encourage foreign conflict? In short, yes, explains Cruz Marquis, a summer research fellow at the Mises Institute, to The New Americans Andrew Muller at the Young Americans for Libertys national convention in Cincinatti, Ohio. According to Marquis, tariffs cause a deadweight loss, while alternatively, open trade pacifies potentially hostile nations. To drive the ... The post Do Tariffs Cause War? Mises Fellow Explains appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 31 Jul 2026 12:31 am

What the FCC ban on foreign-made robot vacuums means for your Roomba

The FCC's robot ban includes many of the world's most popular vacuums and lawn mowers. Is that Roomba in your closet a security risk?

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 10:41 pm

I compared these popular sleep earbuds to my Oura Ring 5 - the results surprised me

The Ozlo Sleepbuds 2 improve on what made me fall in love with the first generation, but they're not perfect.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 10:40 pm

Elon Musk: Revenge Porn Is A Human Right

The post Elon Musk: Revenge Porn Is A Human Right appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 30 Jul 2026 10:28 pm

Boy saved sister as they struggled in New Jersey river before he died, mayor says

One child has died and another is missing after the two 10-year-olds went into a rain-swollen New Jersey river

ABC News 30 Jul 2026 10:25 pm

No charges for parents in case of toddler who was alive after being declared dead

No charges will be filed against the parents of an Arizona toddler who was declared dead after being found in a family pool but was breathing hours later at a hospital morgue

ABC News 30 Jul 2026 10:24 pm

Your Windows download keeps getting bigger, and AI is to blame - here's why it matters

It's not your imagination. Windows installation files have been creeping up in size. It might even be fair to call them bloated. And you'll never guess where the problem comes from.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 9:48 pm

OpenAI's rogue agent didn't stop at Hugging Face - here's what we know

The same autonomous OpenAI agent that escaped its test environment and breached Hugging Face was also busy hacking other AI systems. Lucky us.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 9:36 pm

Field service is 95% on board with AI but these legacy issues need attention

Almost all field service organizations use AI, and revenue gains in key areas offer insights for professionals in other business functions.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 9:02 pm

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is so good, I don't see the point of flip phones any more

Samsung is betting on an unorthodox form factor to take its foldables forward - and its own Z Flip could be the first casualty.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 6:42 pm

Meatpacking Plant Workers Weirded Out By Guy Older Than 16

HOLCOMB, KSConfused and even disturbed at the sight of a new employee who recently appeared on the processing line,workers atlocalmeatpacking plant Carlyle Foods confirmed Thursday that they were weirded out by the presence of a guy older than 16. Im segmenting this carcass with a band saw when Isee this dude by the offal separator [] The post Meatpacking Plant Workers Weirded Out By Guy Older Than 16 appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 30 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Object Permanence Kicks In Just In Time For Dad To Leave

The post Object Permanence Kicks In Just In Time For Dad To Leave appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 30 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Campers Sickened By Mushroom-Laced Chocolate

Over a dozen children at a YMCA summer camp in New Jersey became ill after eating chocolate they were unaware was laced with psychedelic mushrooms. What do you think? The post Campers Sickened By Mushroom-Laced Chocolate appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 30 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Pros And Cons Of Arresting Netanyahu

A new poll found that 49% of Americans believe the U.S. should arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, compared with 27% who do not and 23% who are unsure. The Onion examines the pros and cons of enforcing the ICC warrant. PRO Could boost interest in ICC ahead of big fall pledge drive Might find [] The post Pros And Cons Of Arresting Netanyahu appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 30 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

Google Earth added Nano Banana, and I immediately reimagined Philly with zombies and evil clowns

Can Google Earth's new AI accurately redesign homes, recreate history, and imagine the future? I tested Nano Banana across several locations, and the results ranged from useful to gloriously absurd.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 6:00 pm

Amazon is selling this Samsung 2TB SATA SSD for over 60% off right now

While not as speedy as its NVMe cousins, the Samsung 870 Evo 2TB SSD is still a great choice for both work and play - especially at this price.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 3:30 pm

How to qualify for Apple's education discount - and get a $499 MacBook Neo for school

Apple's budget MacBook Neo is already affordable, but if you're an educator or student, you can get one for even less.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 2:30 pm

This docking station's 'hidden compartment' disrupted my desktop - for the better

Satechi's CubeDock combines a high-speed docking station with a built-in SSD enclosure - and it works so well.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 2:15 pm

Quote of the day by Tiger Woods: Talent is something you are born with, and a skill is something you - a lesson on why practice matters more than natural ability

Tiger Woods emphasizes that skill, not just talent, drives success in golf. He argues that consistent practice and discipline build essential skills over time. Woods himself exemplifies this by dedicating decades to relentless training and improvement. Natural ability provides a starting point, but sustained effort determines ultimate achievement. This lesson applies broadly, highlighting the power of deliberate practice in any field.

The Times of India 30 Jul 2026 8:30 am

NYC Mayor Mamdani Commits to Taxing New York City Residents to Pay Reparations for Slavery

During a Tuesday interview on The Root, Zohran Mamdani backed paying reparations to blacks who were never slaves. ... The post NYC Mayor Mamdani Commits to Taxing New York City Residents to Pay Reparations for Slavery appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 30 Jul 2026 6:04 am

Congress Can Fix Birthright Citizenship Idiocy Without Constitutional Amendment

One of the Supreme Court justices explained that Congress could probably fix the birthright citizenship fiasco with legislation, rather than requiring a constitutional amendment, explained longtime law professor Col. John Eidsmoe (ret) in this interview on Conversations That Matter. Eidsmoe, who also serves as a pastor, explained that parts of the U.S. Constitution remain in ... The post Congress Can Fix Birthright Citizenship Idiocy Without Constitutional Amendment appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 30 Jul 2026 4:31 am

Man gets 6-month sentence for ramming car into Jewish group's NY world headquarters

A man has been sentenced to just over six months behind bars for ramming his car into the world headquarters of the Jewish group Chabad Lubavitch in New York City

ABC News 30 Jul 2026 3:59 am

Wisconsin judge says voters who have returned absentee ballot for state primary cannot get a new one

Wisconsin judge says voters who have returned absentee ballot for state primary cannot get a new one

ABC News 30 Jul 2026 3:12 am

Judge weighs bid to block or reverse transfers of transgender inmates into a segregated prison unit

A federal judge is concerned that the Trump administration has violated a court order by transferring several incarcerated transgender women to a segregated prison unit

ABC News 30 Jul 2026 3:12 am

A Caribbean court rules that a US extradition process against Guyana's opposition leader can resume

The Caribbean Court of Justice has ruled that a U.S. extradition process against Guyanas main opposition leader and his father can resume after it was disrupted by a legal challenge from the two

ABC News 30 Jul 2026 3:12 am

Takeaways from Anthony Fauci's COVID-era diaries

Dr. Anthony Fauci's private COVID-era diary became a focal point in a Senate hearing led by Sen. Rand Paul

ABC News 30 Jul 2026 3:12 am

What 'mAh' means for your phone's battery, and why I focus on another metric instead

New smartphones boast batteries with higher-than-ever mAh numbers, but it's actually a small factor in how long the battery lasts.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 2:30 am

Study suggests the threat of mold-associated illnesses may be underappreciated

A new U.S. study suggests invasive mold infections may be an underappreciated threat

ABC News 30 Jul 2026 1:16 am

Musk's xAI sues Minn. over first-in-the-nation law banning 'nudification' technology

Elon Musks company xAI is suing Minnesota over the states first-in-the-nation law that bans nudification technology on websites and apps

ABC News 30 Jul 2026 1:14 am

I replaced my paid streaming apps with free ones - here's what surprised me

Are free streaming services that bad? I swapped my paid subscriptions for free ones to see.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 1:12 am

'Pleading the Fifth' invokes a constitutional amendment that has a long history in US society

The Fifth Amendment is part of the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights and protects against self-incrimination

ABC News 30 Jul 2026 1:09 am

ZDNET readers are skeptical of a foldable iPhone in 2026. Here's what they think instead

We asked ZDNET readers to predict the iPhone 18 specs for a chance to win a new Apple Watch. Hot takes welcome.

ZDNet 30 Jul 2026 1:00 am

Trans Man Leaves U.S., Fearing Trump; Begs to Return After Being Put in Muslim-heavy Asylum Center

Jane-Michelle Arc left San Francisco to escape intolerance, but found life in a Holland asylum camp to be much worse. ... The post Trans Man Leaves U.S., Fearing Trump; Begs to Return After Being Put in Muslim-heavy Asylum Center appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 30 Jul 2026 12:25 am

Google Home vs. Sonos Era 100: I used both smart speakers, here's what I recommend

With the new Google Home Speaker hitting store shelves, you may wonder if the Sonos Era 100 is still the best choice.

ZDNet 29 Jul 2026 11:55 pm

The best smartwatches of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

I've tested the best smartwatches, including the newest Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. Here's how to choose the right one.

ZDNet 29 Jul 2026 11:50 pm

Contradictions at Grahams Funeral Hannity: He Wasnt a Warmonger; Trump: He Loved War.

At Lindsey Graham's funeral, Sean Hannity and President Trump contradicted each other in discussing his views on war. ... The post Contradictions at Grahams Funeral Hannity: He Wasnt a Warmonger; Trump: He Loved War. appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 29 Jul 2026 11:42 pm

Stephen Colbert wins an anti-censorship award after CBS ends 'The Late Show'

Stephen Colbert has received an anti-censorship award from the Before Columbus Foundation

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 11:30 pm

Rogue AI Agent Autonomously Carries Out Cyberattack

An AI agent from OpenAI went rogue during testing and launched a multi-step cyberattack against popular AI platform Hugging Face, marking an alarming development of artificial intelligence actively disobeying parameters. What do you think? The post Rogue AI Agent Autonomously Carries Out Cyberattack appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 29 Jul 2026 11:26 pm

Fauci Pleads the Fifth, Gets Skewered As a Narcissist

Anthony Fauci refused to answer all questions during Wednesday's congressional hearing on his handling of Covid-19. ... The post Fauci Pleads the Fifth, Gets Skewered As a Narcissist appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 29 Jul 2026 11:09 pm

Trump Says Venezuelas Oil Generated Over $13 Billion. Where Did It Go?

The administration will not show Congress or the public where exactly the money is going, raising suspicions of a slush fund. ... The post Trump Says Venezuelas Oil Generated Over $13 Billion. Where Did It Go? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 29 Jul 2026 10:41 pm

Lindsey Graham returns home one last time for his funeral in South Carolina

Sen. Lindsey Graham is being buried in South Carolina, where a funeral in the state capital is drawing people who remember him as the son of pool hall owners who never forgot his roots

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 10:29 pm

Taylor Swift Sues Ella Langley For Bangs Infringement

NEW YORKArguing that the country artists hairstyle was damaging the value of her own well-established signature look, pop star Taylor Swift filed a lawsuit Wednesday accusing Ella Langley of bangs infringement. Ms. Langleys shaggy curtain bangs are clearly a direct copy of Swifts Lover-era hair, Swifts attorney Douglas Baldridge wrote in the court filing, which [] The post Taylor Swift Sues Ella Langley For Bangs Infringement appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 29 Jul 2026 10:23 pm

NASA Requires Astronauts In Training To Drop To 25 Pounds To Simulate Weight On Moon

HOUSTONInstituting the health mandate in order to ensure proper acclimation to the reduced gravity of Earths only natural satellite, NASA officials announced Wednesday that it would require astronauts in training to drop down to 25 pounds in order to simulate their weight on the moon. We want to be as thorough as possible in our [] The post NASA Requires Astronauts In Training To Drop To 25 Pounds To Simulate Weight On Moon appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 29 Jul 2026 9:11 pm

The Latest: Dr. Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment in Republican-led COVID-19 Senate hearing

Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment and declined to answer questions from senators in a Republican-led committee hearing about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 8:43 pm

Cyprus' ethnic split must be resolved to stabilize a tumultuous region, UN chief says

U.N. Secretary-General Antnio Guterres has emphasized that resolving Cyprus' ethnic division is crucial for regional stability

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 8:43 pm

Trump and DOJ ask Supreme Court to toss $83 million defamation verdict in E. Jean Carroll case

President Donald Trump and his administration are asking the Supreme Court to dismiss an $83 million defamation verdict won by writer E

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 8:42 pm

Open weights vs. closed: An AI civil war's afoot, and the stakes are existential

It started as China vs. the US, but it's become a face-off between two fundamentally different ways of building LLMs. And the safety of everything is on the line.

ZDNet 29 Jul 2026 8:30 pm

Meet the 13-year-old who designed affordable allergy spoons'

Abigail Stein developed an ingenious spoon designed to identify food allergens, providing a safety net for students with severe allergies during school meals. This innovative Allergy Spoon changes color upon detecting specific allergens, enhancing awareness and safety. Abigail was celebrated as a leading finalist in a prestigious young scientist challenge, with aspirations that her practical solution will address a significant concern for many families.

The Times of India 29 Jul 2026 7:22 pm

I tested a premium Linux laptop that's as light as it is powerful - here's why I love it

The Ar Gen 1 is an impressive device, suitable for anyone from students to developers to business owners.

ZDNet 29 Jul 2026 6:45 pm

Adult Man Genuinely Inspired By AI Video Of Lion Wearing Rolex

IRVINE, CAEyes widening in awe as the 3D-rendered content appeared on his Instagram feed, local 38-year-old Derek Ludlow reported Wednesday that he felt genuinely inspired by an AI-generated video of a lion wearing a Rolex. Holy shit, this cats got a big-ass watch, hes wearing a tuxedo, and hes smoking the fattest cigar Ive ever [] The post Adult Man Genuinely Inspired By AI Video Of Lion Wearing Rolex appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 29 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

U.S. Seeks to Dismantle the International Criminal Court

The U.S. State Department has announced an effort to dismantle the threat posed by the International Criminal Court to U.S. sovereignty. ... The post U.S. Seeks to Dismantle the International Criminal Court appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 29 Jul 2026 6:30 pm

I tried ArchEZ to see if it really makes Arch Linux easy for beginners - and it delivered

Arch Linux doesn't have to be challenging, and ArchEZ proves that point with point-and-click ease.

ZDNet 29 Jul 2026 5:55 pm

74% of workers ask AI questions instead of colleagues - with potentially serious consequences

A series of studies revealed that employees are spending less time asking their coworkers for help. Here's how that tactic could backfire and how organizations need to adapt.

ZDNet 29 Jul 2026 5:49 pm

I tested the Ultrahuman Ring Pro: Rich in features, but still a hard sell

The latest ring from Ultrahuman is packed with features, but it's both larger and more expensive than its predecessor.

ZDNet 29 Jul 2026 2:45 pm

5 ways I speed up my Android phone beyond clearing system cache - all for free

Here's how I improve the performance of my Google Pixel, Samsung, and even Motorola. Or at least make it seem that way.

ZDNet 29 Jul 2026 1:45 pm

South Korea's Kospi share index falls 7% and other Asian shares are mixed as oil prices surge

Asian shares are mixed but South Koreas Kospi share index is trading about 6% lower on prolonged selling of chipmaking shares

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 11:32 am

Senate takes first steps on Russian sanctions after meeting with Zelenskyy

The Senate took the first steps toward passage of a sweeping Russian sanctions bill on Tuesday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Capitol

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 6:21 am

Ex-Citigroup managing director sentenced to 30 years in prison for sex crimes

A Harvard-educated former managing director at Citigroup Inc. has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for sex crimes that prosecutors say occurred over a 10-year period

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 4:44 am

Some schools are extending admissions for students unenrolled by Howard University

Howard University notified hundreds of first-year incoming students that their spots for the upcoming semester were no longer being held

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 3:00 am

California lifeguard is hailed as a hero after rescuing a boy from pounding surf

A Northern California lifeguard is being hailed as a hero after saving a boy from massive waves

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 2:30 am

Footage Shows Graham Cackling After Trump Started War. Late Senator Wanted to Attack Lebanon

Video shows the late Lindsey Graham enthusiastic about war in the Middle East, admitting he had been pushing this for years. ... The post Footage Shows Graham Cackling After Trump Started War. Late Senator Wanted to Attack Lebanon appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 29 Jul 2026 2:07 am

Trump officials probe 2 school districts over alleged display, kissing exercise

The U.S. Department of Education says it is investigating whether Denver Public Schools and a school district in Washington state violated federal law

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 1:25 am

Seattle police say 15-year-old arrested in connection with festival shooting had a ghost gun

The 15-year-old arrested after a shootout at food festival near Seattles Space Needle over the weekend was armed with a ghost gun with an extended magazine

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 1:21 am

12 keychain gadgets worth carrying every day (and why they're worth it)

We test dozens of gadgets each year - these are some of our favorite keychain accessories we're still using.

ZDNet 29 Jul 2026 12:57 am

eBays agreed to pay nearly $50 million to couple sent cockroaches, bloody pig mask

eBay agreed to pay nearly $50 million to Massachusetts journalists David and Ina Steiner under a newly finalized settlement resolving a lawsuit over a 2019 cyberstalking campaign carried out by former company employees

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 12:36 am

You can lease an iPhone through Klarna now - but should you? I did the math

Apple Upgrade allows customers to lease their devices ahead of a future upgrade -- but does it make sense for you?

ZDNet 29 Jul 2026 12:10 am

Quote of the day by Kal Penn: Growing up, I always had two interests and two passions; one being public service and the other being - a reminder that you don't have to fit into one identity

Kal Penn pursued both public service and acting, defying conventional career paths. He left a popular television show for a White House position, demonstrating his commitment. This dual pursuit highlights how varied interests can strengthen one's overall capabilities. Penn's journey shows that personal identity is richer than a single job title. Embracing curiosity and multiple passions opens unexpected and rewarding opportunities.

The Times of India 29 Jul 2026 12:08 am

Apalachee High School shooter discussed his online notoriety with his mother after the shooting

A teenager who killed two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School in Georgia frequently discussed his notoriety with his mother from jail

ABC News 29 Jul 2026 12:04 am

LeBron James: I Will Never Forget My Los Angeles Roots

The post LeBron James: I Will Never Forget My Los Angeles Roots appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 28 Jul 2026 11:25 pm

Trump Erases Corporate Convictions With Unprecedented Pardons

President Trump is now using presidential pardons to erase criminal penalties imposed on corporations, erasing fines and other penalties. ... The post Trump Erases Corporate Convictions With Unprecedented Pardons appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 28 Jul 2026 11:24 pm