Politics

Escalating lawlessness and security issues in Gaza dela aid truck deliveries, intensifying regional instability and smuggling activities.

Gaza aid delayed as convoys targeted amid lawlessness and security concerns

A study found the YouTube algorithm tends to recommend right-leaning and Christian videos, even for those who don't watch related content.

YouTube algorithm shows right-wing, Christian recommendations more: Study

A person fainted from heat during a White House briefing, highlighting the dangers of an ongoing heatwave in the U.S.

Person appears to faint from heat during White House press briefing

U.S. soldier Gordon Black sentenced to nearly four years in Russian penal colony for theft, amid tensions over wrongful detentions.

US soldier sentenced to nearly 4 years in Russian penal colony

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signed a comprehensive partnership agreement today.

Putin, Kim sign comprehensive partnership agreement in North Korea

Boeing CEO David Calhoun address the families of victims of two plane crashes that killed 346 people before he testified before Congress.

Boeing CEO David Calhoun testifies before Congress, apologizes to families

Philip Morris International has temporarily halted online sales of Zyn nicotine pouches in the U.S. this week in response to a legal challenge from Washington, D.C.'s attorney general. The stop is part of an investigation into the company's possible violation of the district’s ban on flavored tobacco products.

Philip Morris pauses online Zyn sales amid legal challenge

A Washington Post investigation showed that some AI chatbots and voice assistants are avoiding basic questions about elections.

AI chatbots struggle to answer who won the 2020 election

Members of Congress have been working to pass legislation that would make social media platforms a safer place for teens.

Lawmakers back surgeon general’s call for warning on social media platforms

Secretary Mayorkas reports a drop in U.S.-Mexico border crossings following President Biden's executive order limiting asylum claims.

Mayorkas reports drop in US-Mexico border crossings after Biden order

Boeing CEO testifies before Congress on manufacturing fixes, following recent safety concerns with the 737 MAX aircraft.

Boeing CEO to testify before Senate committee

President Joe Biden takes executive action to protect undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens.

Biden administration announces protection for undocumented spouses of US citizens

Former President Trump tried to court voters in Michigan while President Biden held a mega-fundraiser in Los Angeles.

Trump targets Black voters with attack on Biden immigration policy

China, Philippines clash in South China Sea; collision near Second Thomas Shoal fuels diplomatic tensions.

China, Philippines clash over South China Sea ship collision

Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign allegedly sent 70,000 unsolicited texts to Arizona State University students urging them to vote.

LA school district joins growing number of schools considering cellphone bans

Puerto Rico's election commission reported an issue with Dominion voting machines used in its primary, which have also been used in the U.S.

Puerto Rico officials: Dominion software issue to blame for errors in vote counts

CNN has announced new rules ahead of the first 2024 presidential debate set in Atlanta in under two weeks.

CNN announces new rules for first 2024 presidential debate

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved his war cabinet as his military announces "tactical pause" in Gaza.

Netanyahu dissolves war cabinet as IDF announces ‘tactical pause’ in Rafah

DEI initiatives gained momentum in 2020, however, recent controversies and legal challenges have led some companies to cut DEI roles.

As some companies move away from DEI policies, proponents push for more

Rep. Luna, R-Fla., wants to ban high fructose corn syrup and three out of the nine FDA approved color additives.

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna wants to ban high-fructose corn syrup

Harvard and Montana Technological University researchers propose aliens might be among us despite no evidence in recent government reports

Harvard thought experiment suggests aliens may be among us

The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a Trump-era bump stock ban from 2018. Biden responded by calling on Congress to pass a ban on bump stocks.

Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era bump stock ban in blow to ATF

In a special election for Ohio's Sixth Congressional District, Republican Michael Rulli, won by nine points. Democrats see it as good news.

Republican wins a special election, but it’s good news for Democrats. Why?

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, D, is considering a face mask ban on subways to help prevent antisemitic crimes.

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul considers face mask ban to combat antisemitic crime