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NBC complies with ‘equal time’ rule for Trump following Harris ‘SNL’ cameo
NBC has filed a notice with the Federal Communications Commission after Vice President Kamala Harris’ brief appearance on “Saturday Night Live” over the weekend of Nov. 2. The network provided former President Donald Trump with airtime to ensure compliance with the FCC’s equal time rule, which requires broadcasters to offer equal access to competing political… -
What share of Americans secretly vote different from their partners?
A new YouGov poll reveals that a significant number of Americans vote differently from their partners in private. According to the survey, 1 in 8 women and 1 in 10 men say they’ve cast ballots for a different candidate than their significant others believe. In a year marked by intense political polarization, the poll shows… -
Texas hospitals required to ask patients if they are legal US residents
Texas hospitals are implementing a new policy requiring them to ask patients about their legal residency status, as part of Gov. Greg Abbott’s, R, directive aimed at tracking health care costs associated with undocumented immigrants. The information gathered will reportedly help Texas calculate expenses for patient care and seek reimbursement from the federal government. Although… -
Republicans more skeptical than Democrats about election vote count: Poll
A new poll finds Americans are deeply divided on whether the 2024 election will be fairly counted, with Republicans particularly skeptical. The AP-NORC survey reveals that while most voters have confidence in their local election offices, trust in a nationwide count is considerably lower among Republicans than Democrats. The survey shows that 50% of Republican… -
Trump sues CBS News for $10B over edits of ‘60 Minutes’ Harris interview
Former President Donald Trump filed a $10 billion lawsuit against CBS News on Thursday, Oct. 31, accusing the network of manipulating an interview with Vice President Kamala Harris on “60 Minutes.” Trump’s legal team claims the network’s editing misrepresented Harris’ answer in a way that could influence the 2024 election. The lawsuit alleges that CBS… -
Russia fines Google impossible sum for blocking YouTube channels
A Russian court has fined Google an unprecedented $20 decillion after the tech giant blocked Kremlin-linked channels on YouTube. The fine, which doubles every week Google refuses to pay, reflects the widening rift between Russia and global tech companies over sanctions and content controls. The court’s ruling stems from lawsuits filed in 2020 by Russian… -
Report claims FBI sent undercover agents into Trump’s 2016 campaign
A whistleblower report claims former FBI Director James Comey directed an off-the-books investigation into Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign. The House Judiciary Committee is reviewing these allegations, which suggest the operation was concealed from standard FBI oversight protocols. The whistleblower alleges that Comey authorized the probe shortly after Trump launched his campaign in 2015. The… -
As Washington Post loses subscribers, Bezos parties with Katy Perry
As the Washington Post faces a subscriber exodus after its controversial decision to stay neutral in the 2024 presidential election, owner Jeff Bezos was celebrating in Europe, sparking frustration among staff and observers. The policy shift, which more than 250,000 subscribers protested by canceling their accounts, came after Bezos blocked an endorsement of Vice President… -
$3 million tumbler Batmobile replica up for sale, but there’s a catch
Batman fans now have the opportunity to own a $3 million replica of the Tumbler Batmobile, the iconic vehicle from Batman Begins and The Dark Knight. Warner Bros. has licensed Action Vehicle Engineering to build just 10 replicas, complete with the Batmobile’s authentic features. However, it’s not street legal. Warner Bros. recently sanctioned Action Vehicle… -
Appeals court rules barring pregame prayer does not violate First Amendment
A federal appeals court ruled that the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) did not violate First Amendment rights when it blocked a Tampa Christian school’s request to broadcast a pregame prayer over the loudspeaker at a 2015 football championship. The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a previous ruling, finding that announcements over… -
USA Today, Gannett papers won’t endorse 2024 presidential candidate
In a move marking a shift in the media’s approach to election coverage, Gannett’s USA TODAY Network announced it won’t endorse any presidential or national candidates for the 2024 election. USA TODAY and over 200 other Gannett-owned publications will instead focus on local issues, though editors at these local outlets can endorse state and local… -
Russia, Iran, China targeting US voters with election disinformation
Foreign actors are ramping up sophisticated disinformation campaigns ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, according to intelligence officials. The campaigns, led by Russia, Iran and China, seek to erode trust in American democracy through targeted influence across multiple platforms. In 2016, Russian efforts to interfere in the U.S. election were often clumsy. Officials said… -
Google’s new AI will be able to control your browser, make purchases: Report
Google’s Gemini AI may soon take control of users’ browsers, potentially handling online purchases like shopping and booking flights. According to a report from The Information, this technology is part of a project codenamed “Jarvis” and would be a major step in Google’s consumer-focused AI strategy. The new system would allow Gemini to navigate the…