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Trump set to give TikTok 90 more days to find a deal

Trump set to give TikTok 90 more days to find a deal

Dan Whateley, Business Insider

TikTok now has until September to find a new owner in order to meet the requirements of a divest-or-ban law.

Economy & FinanceTechnology RegulationForeign Policy & International

Jun 17, 2025, 11:51 PM

The one thing the Trump administration got very right

Marina Bolotnikova, Vox

If there’s anything the Trump administration has gotten unequivocally right (besides inadvertently helping Mark Carney become prime minister of Canada), it’s this: Modern science, for all its remarkable capabilities, still remains far too dependent on one of …

Health & ScienceMedical ResearchScience PolicyTechnology Regulation

Jun 17, 2025, 11:45 PM

Trump doesn’t have a foreign policy

Trump doesn’t have a foreign policy

Zack Beauchamp, Vox

This story was adapted from the On the Right newsletter. New editions drop every Wednesday. Sign up here. For years, there has been an increasingly bitter foreign policy fight between two factions of the Republican Party. On one hand, you have the GOP hawks l…

Foreign Policy & InternationalRepublican PartyElections & PoliticsMedia & Communications

Jun 17, 2025, 11:16 PM

Trump to Delay TikTok Ban for Another 90 Days

Trump to Delay TikTok Ban for Another 90 Days

Juli Clover, MacRumors

U.S. President Donald Trump will extend the looming TikTok ban for another 90 days later this week, the White House said today (via Axios). It will be the third extension Trump has put in place since taking office in January. Trump's second TikTok extens…

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Jun 17, 2025, 11:15 PM

Martina Navratilova: 'I wouldn't have left home for Trump's America'

Martina Navratilova: 'I wouldn't have left home for Trump's America'

BBC News

The tennis icon tells the BBC she doesn't think a Trump-led government would let her in.

Civil RightsPersonal & Family

Jun 17, 2025, 11:04 PM

Trump grants TikTok yet another extension on sell-or-ban deadline

Trump grants TikTok yet another extension on sell-or-ban deadline

Marcus Mendes, 9to5Mac

The White House confirmed today that President Donald Trump will sign a new executive order giving TikTok 90 days to avoid a U.S. ban. This marks the third time Trump has delayed enforcement of the law that technically went into effect in January. more…

Executive OrdersTechnology RegulationChina

Jun 17, 2025, 11:03 PM

Senate confirms Trump’s FCC pick, Olivia Trusty

Senate confirms Trump’s FCC pick, Olivia Trusty

Lauren Feiner, The Verge

The Senate confirmed Republican Olivia Trusty to serve on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Tuesday, installing another nominee by President Donald Trump and ending the brief lack of quorum at the agency. The vote was 53-45, with Sen. John Fetter…

Government OperationsFederal AgenciesPersonnel

Jun 17, 2025, 10:37 PM

What to know about the US bunker-buster bomb and how it could be used against Iran

What to know about the US bunker-buster bomb and how it could be used against Iran

Ivan Pereira, ABC News

Israel's escalating conflict with Iran over its increased nuclear as brought up speculation about the possible use of one of America's powerful weapons in the conflict.

Foreign Policy & InternationalSecurity & IntelligenceMiddle East

Jun 17, 2025, 10:35 PM

President Trump plans to sign an executive order this week to grant TikTok a 90-day extension in enforcement of the sale-or-ban law, marking his third extension (CNN)

President Trump plans to sign an executive order this week to grant TikTok a 90-day extension in enforcement of the sale-or-ban law, marking his third extension (CNN)

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CNN: President Trump plans to sign an executive order this week to grant TikTok a 90-day extension in enforcement of the sale-or-ban law, marking his third extension  —  New York CNN —  —  TikTok just got another lifeline from the White House, with President …

Executive OrdersTechnology RegulationMedia Criticism

Jun 17, 2025, 10:25 PM

Senate Republicans' changes to 'big beautiful bill' tee up clash with House

Senate Republicans' changes to 'big beautiful bill' tee up clash with House

Barbara Sprunt, NPR

The highly anticipated text from the Senate is out — and it's already causing concern from GOP stakeholders in both chambers.

Policy & LegislationGovernment & AdministrationCongress

Jun 17, 2025, 10:15 PM

The US Senate confirms Olivia Trusty to the FCC, giving Republicans a 2-1 majority after the recent departures of two members (Ted Johnson/Deadline)

The US Senate confirms Olivia Trusty to the FCC, giving Republicans a 2-1 majority after the recent departures of two members (Ted Johnson/Deadline)

Techmeme.com

Ted Johnson / Deadline: The US Senate confirms Olivia Trusty to the FCC, giving Republicans a 2-1 majority after the recent departures of two members  —  The Senate confirmed Olivia Trusty to the FCC, a move that gives Donald Trump and Republicans a 2-1 major…

Government OperationsFederal AgenciesElections & Politics

Jun 17, 2025, 10:10 PM

‘The Daily Show’ Clip: Jordan Klepper Heads to Washington for Trump’s Birthday Parade

‘The Daily Show’ Clip: Jordan Klepper Heads to Washington for Trump’s Birthday Parade

Jim Hemphill, IndieWire

In his latest field piece, the comedian meets the crowd at last weekend's event celebrating the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army and the 79th Birthday of Donald J. Trump.

Media & CommunicationsElections & PoliticsPersonal & Family

Jun 17, 2025, 10:00 PM

 Don’t expect a rate cut

Don’t expect a rate cut

Shannon Carroll, Quartz India

Plus: The art of the (tax) deal.

Economy & FinanceBankingTaxes

Jun 17, 2025, 9:55 PM

Brazil Demonstrates that You Can’t Erase Black History

Brazil Demonstrates that You Can’t Erase Black History

Marc A. Hertzman / Made by History, Time

The history of Brazil, Palmares, and Zumbi illustrates how state efforts to whitewash national narratives can backfire.

Foreign Policy & InternationalLegal & Justice

Jun 17, 2025, 9:51 PM

The Democratic Party Slides Into Irrelevance

The Democratic Party Slides Into Irrelevance

David A. Graham, The Atlantic

Why aren’t these boom times for America’s opposition party?

Elections & PoliticsPolicy & LegislationMedia & Communications

Jun 17, 2025, 9:47 PM

These Airlines Would Be Hardest Hit By A Boeing 787 Grounding

These Airlines Would Be Hardest Hit By A Boeing 787 Grounding

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King), Jalopnik

If the FAA does put safety first and decides to ground the Dreamliner, nearly 1,120 Boeing planes would be taken out of service.

TransportationEconomy & Finance

Jun 17, 2025, 9:25 PM

WATCH: Video shows Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano erupting

WATCH: Video shows Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano erupting

ABC News

Indonesian Authorities raised the eruption alert to the highest level and expanded the danger zone to about 5 miles from the crater, reports the Associated Press.

Natural DisastersAsia PacificInternational Crisis

Jun 17, 2025, 9:20 PM

WATCH: Video shows New York City mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested at immigration court

WATCH: Video shows New York City mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested at immigration court

ABC News

Brad Lander was escorting a defendant out of immigration court in Manhattan when he was "taken by masked agents and detained by ICE," his campaign spokesperson said.

Civil RightsImmigrationLegal & Justice

Jun 17, 2025, 9:20 PM

Dems hyperventilate about Palantir's work with the IRS in letter to CEO Karp

Dems hyperventilate about Palantir's work with the IRS in letter to CEO Karp

Brandon Vigliarolo, Theregister.com

They're taking the data from IRSengard, claim Dems; officials tell us that's not true A coalition of House and Senate Democrats has sent an aggressive letter to Palantir CEO Alex Karp questioning whether the controversial data intelligence biz is breaking fed…

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Jun 17, 2025, 8:44 PM

Israel's one-of-a-kind F-35 stealth jet is flying into a higher level of combat in fights with Iran

Israel's one-of-a-kind F-35 stealth jet is flying into a higher level of combat in fights with Iran

Chris Panella, Business Insider

Combat missions against Iran are the most challenging that an F-35 has flown, showcasing the jet's capabilities, an airpower expert said.

Foreign Policy & InternationalMilitaryNational SecurityMiddle EastSecurity & Intelligence

Jun 17, 2025, 8:39 PM

Why Trump’s MAGA Base Is Splintering Over Iran and Israel

Why Trump’s MAGA Base Is Splintering Over Iran and Israel

Philip Elliott, Time

From the MAGA isolationists to the Christian Right, here are the factions trying to guide Trump as he threatens Iran and its supreme leader

Foreign Policy & InternationalMiddle EastIranIsraelElections & Politics

Jun 17, 2025, 8:38 PM

MAGA’s Marxist Minnesota Shooter Theory Falls Apart in Record Time

MAGA’s Marxist Minnesota Shooter Theory Falls Apart in Record Time

Lucas Ropek, Gizmodo.com

The debate about the Minnesota shooter's politics is now a predictable manifestation of America's polarization.

Media CriticismElections & PoliticsSocial Issues & Culture

Jun 17, 2025, 8:20 PM

Trump Allies Falsely Link Democrats to Minnesota Shooting Suspect—Despite His Pro-Trump Views

Trump Allies Falsely Link Democrats to Minnesota Shooting Suspect—Despite His Pro-Trump Views

Solcyré Burga, Time

Several right-wing voices have falsely cast blame on Democrats for the violence, despite the suspect’s apparent support for the President.

Elections & PoliticsMedia & CommunicationsSecurity & IntelligenceLegal & Justice

Jun 17, 2025, 8:14 PM

Is Israel trying to destroy Iran’s nukes — or topple its government?

Is Israel trying to destroy Iran’s nukes — or topple its government?

Joshua Keating, Vox

Iran’s state broadcaster, which was bombed mid-broadcast by Israel on Monday, was many things to many people. It was the employer of hundreds of journalists, some of whom were injured in the attack, prompting protests from press freedom organizations. It was …

Middle EastIranIsraelNational SecuritySecurity Incidents

Jun 17, 2025, 8:14 PM

Alex Padilla recounts his removal from DHS news conference in emotional Senate speech

Alex Padilla recounts his removal from DHS news conference in emotional Senate speech

Claudia Grisales, NPR

The California Democrat returned to the Senate floor Tuesday to warn that the Trump administrations response to immigration protests in Los Angeles should "shock the conscience of our country."

Government OperationsImmigrationLegal & JusticeSecurity Incidents

Jun 17, 2025, 8:05 PM

Citi Raises NVIDIA Price Target, Keeps Buy Rating

Citi Raises NVIDIA Price Target, Keeps Buy Rating

Ali Ahmed, Yahoo Entertainment

NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) is one of the 10 Best American Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now. On May 29, Citi analysts raised the price target for NVIDIA ...

Stock MarketTechnology RegulationEconomy & Finance

Jun 17, 2025, 8:04 PM

The top priority of progressive politics may be slipping out of reach forever

The top priority of progressive politics may be slipping out of reach forever

Eric Levitz, Vox

Four years ago, America was on the cusp of the largest expansion of its welfare state since the 1960s.  Under Joe Biden in 2021, House Democrats passed legislation that would have established a monthly child allowance for most families, an expansion of Medica…

Policy & LegislationEconomy & FinanceSocial Issues & Culture

Jun 17, 2025, 7:59 PM

MAGA Is at War With Itself Over Iran

MAGA Is at War With Itself Over Iran

Jonathan Lemire, Isaac Stanley-Becker, The Atlantic

And Donald Trump is caught in the middle.

Foreign Policy & InternationalMiddle EastIranNational SecuritySecurity & Intelligence

Jun 17, 2025, 7:44 PM

Trump family unveils Trump Mobile with a flashy $500 gold smartphone

Trump family unveils Trump Mobile with a flashy $500 gold smartphone

Jacky Barile, Business Insider

Donald Trump's sons unveiled a new Trump Mobile service on Monday. Among the new offerings will be a $500 gold-colored smartphone.

Personal BusinessSmall Business

Jun 17, 2025, 7:42 PM

Taiwan thumbs its nose at Beijing by blocking chip exports to SMIC and Huawei

Taiwan thumbs its nose at Beijing by blocking chip exports to SMIC and Huawei

Tobias Mann, Theregister.com

A symbolic political move Taiwan has added China's leading foundry operator Semiconductor Manufacturing International Co. (SMIC) and IT giant Huawei to its export control list. The move effectively blacklists the duo from doing business with the chip manufact…

Foreign Policy & InternationalChinaAsia PacificTechnology RegulationEconomy & Finance

Jun 17, 2025, 7:31 PM

How The Republican Party Became A Party That Believes The Constitution Only Applies To Its Enemies

How The Republican Party Became A Party That Believes The Constitution Only Applies To Its Enemies

Mike Masnick, Techdirt

Let’s talk about constitutional hypocrisy so brazen, so comprehensive, so morally bankrupt that it would be laughable if it weren’t so dangerous to the republic. I’ve learned something about modern Republicans that crystallizes everything wrong with our curre…

Elections & PoliticsLegal & JusticeSocial Issues & CultureMedia & CommunicationsGovernment & Administration

Jun 17, 2025, 7:08 PM

Elon Musk Posts His Drug Test Results for Ketamine and Cocaine

Elon Musk Posts His Drug Test Results for Ketamine and Cocaine

Matt Novak, Gizmodo.com

The question is whether people will believe him.

Media CriticismTechnology RegulationPersonal Legal

Jun 17, 2025, 6:35 PM

US moves 30 jets as Iran attack speculation grows

US moves 30 jets as Iran attack speculation grows

BBC News

At least 30 US military planes have moved from bases in America to Europe, flight tracking data shows.

National SecurityMilitarySecurity IncidentsEuropeMiddle East

Jun 17, 2025, 6:35 PM

Intel will lay off up to 20% of factory workers: report says

Intel will lay off up to 20% of factory workers: report says

Ben Kesslen, Quartz India

Intel called the layoffs an effort to begin "removing organizational complexity"

Economy & FinanceSmall BusinessTechnology Regulation

Jun 17, 2025, 6:31 PM

New York City Mayoral Candidate Brad Lander Arrested at Immigration Courthouse

New York City Mayoral Candidate Brad Lander Arrested at Immigration Courthouse

Chantelle Lee, Time

Video footage shows federal agents arresting Lander after he held on to a man that authorities were seemingly trying to detain.

ImmigrationCivil RightsLegal & JusticeNew YorkElections & Politics

Jun 17, 2025, 6:24 PM

Leader of top FEMA disaster coordination office resigns, as Trump moves to eliminate agency

Leader of top FEMA disaster coordination office resigns, as Trump moves to eliminate agency

Rebecca Hersher, NPR

Jeremy Greenberg was in charge of coordinating federal help after hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes and other emergencies. He has resigned from leading FEMA's National Response Coordination Center.

Government OperationsFederal AgenciesNatural DisastersCrisis & Emergency

Jun 17, 2025, 6:02 PM

DOJ’s Constitutional Dodge: When One Detention Reason Fails, Just Try Another

DOJ’s Constitutional Dodge: When One Detention Reason Fails, Just Try Another

Mike Masnick, Techdirt

When a federal judge ruled last week that Marco Rubio can’t just declare that the US can detain green card holder Mahmoud Khalil based on the Secretary of State’s “vibes check” assessment of his political beliefs, you might think Khalil would finally be free …

Legal & JusticeGovernment OperationsSecurity & IntelligenceCivil RightsForeign Policy & International

Jun 17, 2025, 5:52 PM

Tucker Carlson and Trump are falling out over the Iran war

Tucker Carlson and Trump are falling out over the Iran war

Andrew Prokop, Vox

Tucker Carlson has been one of the right’s loudest voices urging the United States to stay out of Israel’s war with Iran — part of a broader effort to overturn the GOP’s hawkish consensus. But now, as tensions rise amidst Israeli strikes, Carlson has had a se…

Foreign Policy & InternationalMedia & CommunicationsMiddle EastSecurity & IntelligenceIsrael

Jun 17, 2025, 5:31 PM

ICE arrests NYC Comptroller because he asked to see a warrant

ICE arrests NYC Comptroller because he asked to see a warrant

Gwynne Hogan, THE CITY

The arrest came in his latest visit to the courthouse to speak with migrants there.

Legal & JusticeImmigrationSecurity Incidents

Jun 17, 2025, 5:25 PM

5 takeaways from the Senate bill with Trump's tax cuts

5 takeaways from the Senate bill with Trump's tax cuts

Joseph Zeballos-Roig, Quartz India

Trump campaign promises for no taxes on tips and overtime pay are still in, with limits. The child tax credit got a modest increase

Economy & FinanceTaxesPolicy & Legislation

Jun 17, 2025, 5:22 PM

How Trump's travel ban could disrupt the way knowledge about health is shared

How Trump's travel ban could disrupt the way knowledge about health is shared

Jonathan Lambert, NPR

Global health specialists talk about the consequences of the full or partial ban on travel to the U.S. from 19 countries.

Public HealthHealthInternational OrganizationsAfricaTravel

Jun 17, 2025, 5:10 PM

Trump threatens Iran's supreme leader, escalating his rhetoric about the conflict

Trump threatens Iran's supreme leader, escalating his rhetoric about the conflict

Franco Ordoñez, NPR

President Trump called Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei an "easy target" but said, "We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least not for now."

Foreign Policy & InternationalSecurity & IntelligenceMiddle East

Jun 17, 2025, 5:09 PM

Vance defends Trump amid attacks from his base over Israel-Iran conflict

Vance defends Trump amid attacks from his base over Israel-Iran conflict

Hannah Demissie, Will Steakin, ABC News

Vance defends Trump after supporters like Tucker Carlson and those in the MAGA base's calls to stay out of the Israel-Iran conflict.

Foreign Policy & InternationalMiddle EastRussiaMedia & CommunicationsPolitical Endorsements

Jun 17, 2025, 5:04 PM

The Trump Phone Isn’t Just a Bad Deal, It’s a Full-On Privacy Nightmare

The Trump Phone Isn’t Just a Bad Deal, It’s a Full-On Privacy Nightmare

James Pero, Gizmodo.com

Would you trust Eric Trump with the keys to your browsing history?

Technology RegulationMedia & CommunicationsPersonal Business

Jun 17, 2025, 5:00 PM

WATCH: Tornado spotted near rainbow in Nebraska

WATCH: Tornado spotted near rainbow in Nebraska

ABC News

A tornado was spotted beside a rainbow in Nebraska as severe storms moved through the region. At least 18 tornadoes were reported across several states Monday.

Natural DisastersRegional & State

Jun 17, 2025, 4:35 PM

Trump, ICE Briefly Decided Maybe It’s Not A Good Idea To Mass Arrest Employed Migrants… But Then Reversed Course

Trump, ICE Briefly Decided Maybe It’s Not A Good Idea To Mass Arrest Employed Migrants… But Then Reversed Course

Tim Cushing, Techdirt

For a brief moment, it looked like real life was finally having an effect on Trump’s “immigrants are inherently evil” fantasies. There was a brief window, last week, where Trump indicated he’d roll back some of his deportation goons because it was going too f…

ImmigrationGovernment OperationsPolicy & LegislationLegal & JusticeSecurity & Intelligence

Jun 17, 2025, 4:26 PM

Trump Has Been Privately Trash Talking Gov. Walz In Response to Minnesota Assassinations

Trump Has Been Privately Trash Talking Gov. Walz In Response to Minnesota Assassinations

Nikkimccannramirez, Rolling Stone

President Donald Trump has been privately trashing Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, while refusing to call him after Minnesota political assassination.

Government OperationsSecurity IncidentsPersonal BusinessMedia CriticismPolitical Endorsements

Jun 17, 2025, 4:20 PM

Billionaire Mark Cuban has a blunt response to Trump's $499 golden phone

Billionaire Mark Cuban has a blunt response to Trump's $499 golden phone

Anushka Basu, TheStreet

Mark Cuban says Trump's crypto wallet play could quietly profit off users via fees and preloaded sales.

Economy & FinanceMedia & CommunicationsPersonal & Family

Jun 17, 2025, 4:09 PM

Wind and Solar Energy Are Cheaper Than Electricity from Fossil-Fuel Plants

Wind and Solar Energy Are Cheaper Than Electricity from Fossil-Fuel Plants

Benjamin Storrow, E&E News, Politicopro.com

Even without subsidies, renewable energy is staying competitive with power from gas and coal

EnvironmentEnergyEconomy & Finance

Jun 17, 2025, 4:00 PM

WATCH: Celebrating National Mascot Day

WATCH: Celebrating National Mascot Day

ABC News

"GMA" exclusively reveals the National Mascot Hall of Fame's 2025 honorees, joining legendary members like the Phillie Phanatic, Mr. Met and more.

Media & CommunicationsPersonal & FamilyRegional & State

Jun 17, 2025, 3:56 PM

Israel warns of major strikes on Tehran as Trump tells people to flee

Israel warns of major strikes on Tehran as Trump tells people to flee

DPA, Yahoo Entertainment

Tehran braced for further Israeli strikes on Tuesday after Israel warned of imminent, large-scale attacks and US President Donald Trump urged civilians to...

Middle EastIsraelIranNational SecurityForeign Policy & International

Jun 17, 2025, 3:44 PM

OpenAI just got a $200 million U.S. defense contract

OpenAI just got a $200 million U.S. defense contract

Shannon Carroll, Quartz India

The Defense Department said it wants to use OpenAI to explore “frontier AI capabilities to address critical national security challenges”

National SecurityIntelligenceMilitaryTechnology RegulationScience Policy

Jun 17, 2025, 3:38 PM

Solar stocks are plummeting as the Senate version of Trump's 'big beautiful bill' hits clean energy

Solar stocks are plummeting as the Senate version of Trump's 'big beautiful bill' hits clean energy

insider@insider.com (Insider Inc.), Business Insider

Solar energy stocks dropped sharply on Tuesday as the market digested cuts to renewable power tax credits in the Senate's version of the budget bill.

Economy & FinanceEnergyPolicy & LegislationGovernment & AdministrationEnvironment

Jun 17, 2025, 3:27 PM

No Kings, Just Water

No Kings, Just Water

Matt Novak, Gizmodo.com

What happened in downtown Los Angeles before the cops decided to crack skulls?

Security IncidentsCivil RightsProtests

Jun 17, 2025, 3:10 PM

How America’s ideal woman got jacked

How America’s ideal woman got jacked

Constance Grady, Vox

A lot of people are getting jacked these days, and it’s not just who you would think. For men, muscles have always been a symbol of brute strength and power. In our current era, that’s manifesting in their desire to get as chiseled as possible with a strict r…

Health & Science

Jun 17, 2025, 3:04 PM

Amazon's Prime Day will be twice as long this year as tariffs push shoppers to look for deals

Amazon's Prime Day will be twice as long this year as tariffs push shoppers to look for deals

Alex Bitter, Business Insider

Amazon's Prime Day will last four days in July, twice as long as it was last year. The sale will include deals every five minutes at its peak.

Economy & FinanceSmall BusinessMedia & Communications

Jun 17, 2025, 2:54 PM

Mumia Abu-Jamal on Trump’s America: ‘All Is Not Well in Babylon’

Mumia Abu-Jamal on Trump’s America: ‘All Is Not Well in Babylon’

Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone

The former Black Panther was sentenced to death in 1982 for the murder of a Philadelphia cop. His freedom is no longer a prominent cause for musicians — but he's still paying attention

Criminal CasesLegal & Justice

Jun 17, 2025, 2:46 PM

Trump reportedly threatens pharma ads, disrupting $10B market

Trump reportedly threatens pharma ads, disrupting $10B market

Brad Smith, Yahoo Entertainment

The Trump administration is considering putting in place legal and financial hurdles that would reduce the number of pharmaceutical ads, according to reports...

Government OperationsHealthcarePolicy & LegislationEconomy & Finance

Jun 17, 2025, 2:32 PM

Boeing wants a bigger slice of Europe's surging defense spending

Boeing wants a bigger slice of Europe's surging defense spending

Pete Syme, Business Insider

Boeing expects a "very significant expansion" in Europe over the next decade, executives told a briefing at the Paris Air Show.

Foreign Policy & InternationalMilitaryEurope

Jun 17, 2025, 1:40 PM

Partner at firm that made deal with Trump defects to law firm suing administration

Partner at firm that made deal with Trump defects to law firm suing administration

Jacob Shamsian, Business Insider

Ellen Holloman is leaving Cadwalader, which pledged $100 million to Trump's causes, to join a firm known for representing E. Jean Carroll.

Legal & JusticeCivil LitigationPersonal LegalMedia & CommunicationsElections & Politics

Jun 17, 2025, 1:12 PM

R. Kelly hospitalized after prison overdose, alleged murder plot, lawyers say

R. Kelly hospitalized after prison overdose, alleged murder plot, lawyers say

Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAY, USA Today

R. Kelly's lawyers say he was hospitalized last week for a prison overdose after alleging a murder-for-hire plot against him.

Criminal CasesPersonal LegalSecurity Incidents

Jun 17, 2025, 1:01 PM

Greenland’s Ice Sheet Collapse Could Be Closer Than We Think

Greenland’s Ice Sheet Collapse Could Be Closer Than We Think

Jeffery DelViscio, Scientific American

The collapse of the world’s second-largest ice sheet would drown cities worldwide. Is that ice more vulnerable than we know?

EnvironmentClimate PolicyPublic Health EmergencyScience PolicyNatural Disasters

Jun 17, 2025, 1:00 PM

The Trump Org Sort Of Launches A New Half-Assed Wireless Phone Company, Trump Mobile

The Trump Org Sort Of Launches A New Half-Assed Wireless Phone Company, Trump Mobile

Karl Bode, Techdirt

Never one to miss an opportunity to exploit the presidency for a quick and tacky buck, the Trump administration is getting into the cell phone business. Well, sort of: the Trump administration is launching a lazy new MVNO (mobile virtual network operator) tha…

Personal BusinessSmall BusinessMedia Criticism

Jun 17, 2025, 12:26 PM

WATCH: Graduating high school senior draws portraits of classmates

WATCH: Graduating high school senior draws portraits of classmates

ABC News

Sofia Nielsen, a graduating senior at Notre Dame Academy in Staten Island, New York, spent two months sketching portraits of all 110 of her classmates.

Jun 17, 2025, 12:20 PM

WATCH: Spectators save soccer coach's life after collapse

WATCH: Spectators save soccer coach's life after collapse

ABC News

Andrew Pihlbald, 45, who coaches a U17 boys' soccer team from Jamestown, collapsed after going into cardiac arrest during the second half of a June 4 match at Wilson High School in Wilson, New York.

HealthPublic Health EmergencySecurity Incidents

Jun 17, 2025, 12:16 PM

The Trump family's licensing

The Trump family's licensing

Dan DeFrancesco, Business Insider

The Trump family just made a call on its next big business — Trump Mobile— a Trump-branded mobile phone service and smartphone.

Personal BusinessTechnology RegulationSmall Business

Jun 17, 2025, 12:12 PM

Trump denies reaching out to Iran, threatens to 'come down so hard'

Trump denies reaching out to Iran, threatens to 'come down so hard'

Kevin Shalvey, ABC News

"I'm not too much in the mood to negotiate," President Donald Trump said on Tuesday.

Foreign Policy & InternationalNational SecurityMiddle East

Jun 17, 2025, 12:05 PM

5 Targets That Fans Wrongly Slam for Taking ‘Both Sides’

5 Targets That Fans Wrongly Slam for Taking ‘Both Sides’

Ryan Menezes, Cracked.com

‘South Park’ never said to abstain from voting. They said the exact opposite.

Media CriticismFree Speech

Jun 17, 2025, 12:00 PM

Want to dodge tariffs and buy an all-American car? A Tesla remains your best bet.

Want to dodge tariffs and buy an all-American car? A Tesla remains your best bet.

Tom Carter, Business Insider

The Elon Musk-led automaker has swept Cars.com's list of the "American-made" cars, with the Model 3 taking the title of the most American vehicle.

Economy & FinanceTrade

Jun 17, 2025, 11:46 AM

AFP Photographer Shot Twice by Rubber Bullets During LA Protests

AFP Photographer Shot Twice by Rubber Bullets During LA Protests

Matt Growcoot, PetaPixel

An AFP photographer was shot in the head by a rubber bullet during the Los Angeles protests on Saturday -- at least the third photographer who has been injured by less-lethal weapons since the unrest began. [Read More]

Security IncidentsMedia CriticismProtests

Jun 17, 2025, 11:34 AM

We Need to Reckon With Ronald Reagan’s Legacy

We Need to Reckon With Ronald Reagan’s Legacy

The Atlantic

Readers respond to our May 2025 cover story and more.

Social Issues & CultureElections & PoliticsPolicy & LegislationGovernment & AdministrationMedia & Communications

Jun 17, 2025, 11:00 AM

Putin Humiliates Trump With Massive Strike That Kills an American

Putin Humiliates Trump With Massive Strike That Kills an American

Ewan Palmer, Daily Beast

An American citizen was among 15 people killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv overnight, hours after President Trump bragged about his relationship with Vladimir...

Foreign Policy & InternationalRussiaNational SecuritySecurity & IntelligenceCrisis & Emergency

Jun 17, 2025, 10:24 AM

WATCH: Police confront 6-foot alligator outside motel

WATCH: Police confront 6-foot alligator outside motel

ABC News

The large reptile got away from its owner while being transported from New York to a zoo in North Carolina.

Jun 17, 2025, 10:17 AM

What to know about bunker-buster bombs and Iran's Fordo nuclear facility

What to know about bunker-buster bombs and Iran's Fordo nuclear facility

DAVID RISING, Yahoo Entertainment

If the U.S. decides to support Israel more directly in its attack on Iran, one option for Washington would be to provide the “bunker-buster” bombs believed...

Security ClearancesNational SecurityIntelligenceIranMiddle East

Jun 17, 2025, 10:12 AM

5 Android phones you should buy instead of Trump’s T1 Phone

5 Android phones you should buy instead of Trump’s T1 Phone

Joe Maring, Android Authority

The Trump phone is real, and it's ... something. Before spending $499 on it, here are five other phones you should buy instead.

Technology RegulationPersonal Business

Jun 17, 2025, 10:00 AM

Complaints About Tariff Evasion Have Jumped 160 Percent Under Trump

Complaints About Tariff Evasion Have Jumped 160 Percent Under Trump

Paresh Dave, Wired

As importers find creative ways to avoid paying Donald Trump’s tariffs, a flood of tipsters is coming forward to keep alleged troublemakers in check.

Economy & FinancePolicy & LegislationTrade

Jun 17, 2025, 10:00 AM

With only 8% built, Texas quietly defunds state border wall program

With only 8% built, Texas quietly defunds state border wall program

Zach Despart and Alejandro Serrano, Graphics by Yuriko Schumacher, The Texas Tribune

Texas officials suggested the federal government could pick up construction. However, during President Trump’s first term, his administration built about one...

Border SecurityGovernment OperationsTexasPolicy & LegislationForeign Policy & International

Jun 17, 2025, 10:00 AM

Virginia's governor's race could be a barometer for how voters feel about Trump

Virginia's governor's race could be a barometer for how voters feel about Trump

Margaret Barthel, NPR

On Tuesday, Virginia hold its primary election. The contest is a barometer for how Virginians, and maybe the country, feel about the Trump administration ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Elections & Politics2026 MidtermsSwing States

Jun 17, 2025, 8:59 AM

What does it mean for an algorithm to be “fair”?

What does it mean for an algorithm to be “fair”?

Eileen Guo, MIT Technology Review

Back in February, I flew to Amsterdam to report on a high-stakes experiment the city had recently conducted: a pilot program for what it called Smart Check, which was its attempt to create an effective, fair, and unbiased predictive algorithm to try to detect…

Health & ScienceTechnology RegulationSocial Issues & CultureGovernment & AdministrationPolicy & Legislation

Jun 17, 2025, 8:49 AM

Amazon Prime Day Swells to a 4-Day Event, With Tariffs Still Looming Large

Amazon Prime Day Swells to a 4-Day Event, With Tariffs Still Looming Large

Tiffany Connors, CNET

Against a backdrop of potential price hikes on imported goods, the dates are now confirmed for Amazon's big annual sales event for Prime members.

Economy & FinanceTradeSmall Business

Jun 17, 2025, 7:17 AM

Trump wants a Golden Dome missile defense shield. Is that realistic?

Trump wants a Golden Dome missile defense shield. Is that realistic?

Geoff Brumfiel, NPR

Since last week, Israel has been attacking Iran's nuclear facilities, along with many other targets around the country. Iran has fired hundreds of missiles in response. NPR correspondent Geoff Brumfiel has been watching all of this very closely because Israel…

National SecurityMilitarySecurity IncidentsTechnology RegulationForeign Policy & International

Jun 17, 2025, 7:00 AM

Chris Mason: Tariffs deal a triumph for Starmer - up to a point

Chris Mason: Tariffs deal a triumph for Starmer - up to a point

BBC News

The agreement signed at the G7 summit is limited but an achievement nonetheless, writes the BBC's political editor.

Foreign Policy & InternationalEconomy & FinanceElections & Politics

Jun 17, 2025, 4:20 AM

Jon Stewart Mocks Trump For Bragging About The Weather At His Boring Birthday Parade

Jon Stewart Mocks Trump For Bragging About The Weather At His Boring Birthday Parade

Keegan Kelly, Cracked.com

Trump's $45 million birthday party was a dry affair in more ways than one

Media & CommunicationsPersonal & FamilyGovernment & Administration

Jun 17, 2025, 4:11 AM

OpenAI is going big into government tech

OpenAI is going big into government tech

Katherine Li, Business Insider

The $200 million DoD contract is for OpenAI to develop AI tools for national security purposes, potentially placing it as a competitor to Palantir.

Security & IntelligenceNational SecurityMilitaryTechnology RegulationGovernment Operations

Jun 17, 2025, 2:45 AM

WATCH: Doctor uses robot to perform telesurgery on patient thousands of miles away

WATCH: Doctor uses robot to perform telesurgery on patient thousands of miles away

ABC News

ABC News correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton receive an exclusive look at the first FDA trial testing robotic telesurgery with the surgeon in Florida, the patient with prostate cancer in Africa.

Jun 17, 2025, 2:32 AM

This Utility Stock is Well-Positioned to Benefit from the AI Boom

This Utility Stock is Well-Positioned to Benefit from the AI Boom

Sultan Khalid, Yahoo Entertainment

Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE:D) is counted among the Best Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy Right Now. The company is well-positioned to take full advantage of the...

EnergyTechnology RegulationEconomy & FinanceSmall BusinessStock Market

Jun 17, 2025, 2:31 AM

WATCH: Live broadcast captures moment Israel attacks Iranian state TV

WATCH: Live broadcast captures moment Israel attacks Iranian state TV

ABC News

The IDF said the station was targeted because it's at the heart of the regime's communications.

Foreign Policy & InternationalMiddle EastIsraelIranSecurity & Intelligence

Jun 17, 2025, 1:32 AM

Watch: A trade deal, a family photo and the Middle East - Trump's short G7

Watch: A trade deal, a family photo and the Middle East - Trump's short G7

BBC News

The US president will cut short his time at the meeting and return to DC, citing the conflict between Israel and Iran.

Foreign Policy & InternationalMiddle EastInternational OrganizationsGovernment OperationsTrade

Jun 17, 2025, 1:15 AM

Trump Mobile — The President Launches a Mobile Carrier and a $500 ‘T1’ Android Phone

Trump Mobile — The President Launches a Mobile Carrier and a $500 ‘T1’ Android Phone

John Gruber, Variety

President Trump and his family are getting into the wireless business, in partnership with the three major U.S. carriers.

Personal BusinessTechnology RegulationSmall Business

Jun 17, 2025, 1:14 AM

Israel bombs Iran state TV during live broadcast

Israel bombs Iran state TV during live broadcast

BBC News

Israel's military says it struck a "communications centre of the Iranian regime", but Iran calls the attack a "war crime".

Foreign Policy & InternationalMiddle EastIsraelIranSecurity & Intelligence

Jun 17, 2025, 12:38 AM

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