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COVID vaccines are back. Just don’t expect the CDC to tell you that
COVID vaccines are back. Just don’t expect the CDC to tell you that
Troy Farah · Salon
Independent medical groups are filling the void left by Trump’s health agenda
Health & SciencePublic Health
Sep 2, 2026, 11:30 PM
California’s Surveillance Pricing Bill Misses Deadline to Advance to Gov. Newsom’s Desk
California’s Surveillance Pricing Bill Misses Deadline to Advance to Gov. Newsom’s Desk
Matt Novak · Gizmodo.com
The California Retailers Association said, "Our hope is that next year we can begin with the areas where there is genuine agreement rather than starting over."
CaliforniaPolicy & Legislation
Sep 2, 2026, 11:22 PM
Hate AI Data Centers? Big Tech’s New Ad Campaign Aims to Change Your Mind
Hate AI Data Centers? Big Tech’s New Ad Campaign Aims to Change Your Mind
Omar Gallaga · CNET
A multimillion-dollar campaign is trying to reverse the trend of the public’s growing disdain for AI data centers.
AI State Law PreemptionTechnology Regulation
Sep 2, 2026, 11:06 PM
While AI Industry Frets Over Safeguards, One Company Is Building a Model That ‘Doesn’t Say No’
While AI Industry Frets Over Safeguards, One Company Is Building a Model That ‘Doesn’t Say No’
Webb Wright · Gizmodo.com
Only in America.
AI State Law PreemptionTechnology Regulation
Sep 2, 2026, 10:03 PM
Republican senator calls on Trump to fire Secretary of Defence Hegseth
Republican senator calls on Trump to fire Secretary of Defence Hegseth
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Senator Thom Tillis accuses Pentagon chief of 'inept mismanagement' as US military is strained by war on Iran.
Foreign Policy & InternationalGovernment & AdministrationIran
Sep 2, 2026, 9:37 PM
Israel still wants to remove Palestinians from Gaza, defence minister says
Israel still wants to remove Palestinians from Gaza, defence minister says
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Israel Katz says 'there is no real solution for Gaza' without de-populating the territory.
Foreign Policy & InternationalGazaIsrael
Sep 2, 2026, 9:19 PM
How Trump’s Call for a Federal Film Production Incentive Could Actually Help Hollywood
How Trump’s Call for a Federal Film Production Incentive Could Actually Help Hollywood
Chris O'Falt · IndieWire
Could the president's apparent support really bring production (and production jobs) back to the U.S.?
Economy & FinancePolicy & LegislationTrade
Sep 2, 2026, 9:15 PM
Americans love AI. They don't want the data centers that power it.
Americans love AI. They don't want the data centers that power it.
Insider Inc. · Business Insider
Americans hate data centers and don't trust the Big Tech companies that need them. But they love using the artificial intelligence models they power.
Personal ActivitiesSocial Issues & CultureTechnology Regulation
Sep 2, 2026, 9:13 PM
The Best-Case Scenario for Climate Change Just Got a Whole Lot Worse
The Best-Case Scenario for Climate Change Just Got a Whole Lot Worse
Ellyn Lapointe · Gizmodo.com
Global temperature rise is set to cross the threshold set by the Paris Agreement within the next few years, according to a UN report.
Climate PolicyEnvironment
Sep 2, 2026, 9:10 PM
The long-term implications of Pete Hegseth’s US military purges
The long-term implications of Pete Hegseth’s US military purges
Umar Farooq · Al Jazeera English
Resignation of US Army secretary is latest loss at the top for the military.
Government & AdministrationMilitaryPersonnel
Sep 2, 2026, 8:48 PM
Trump Admin Teams Up With OpenAI in Its Fight Against the New York Times
Trump Admin Teams Up With OpenAI in Its Fight Against the New York Times
Bruce Gil · Gizmodo.com
The administration filed a statement of interest backing OpenAI in the newspaper’s lawsuit.
Legal & JusticeMedia & CommunicationsTechnology Regulation
Sep 2, 2026, 8:40 PM
Pirro Draws Criticism After Workout Video...
Pirro Draws Criticism After Workout Video...
Evolve Editors · Reality Tea
Judge Jeanine Pirro sparked new online backlash after posting a gym video on Tuesday. The U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia filmed herself bench pre...
Personal & Family
Sep 2, 2026, 8:37 PM
Obama-appointed judge ripped for blocking Trump mail-ballot rule: 'Run out the clock'
Yahoo Entertainment
Elections & PoliticsLegal & Justice
Sep 2, 2026, 8:35 PM
AI CEOs Try to Persuade World Leaders to Hop on Trump’s Anti-Regulation Train
AI CEOs Try to Persuade World Leaders to Hop on Trump’s Anti-Regulation Train
Ece Yildirim · Gizmodo.com
OpenAI, Anthropic, Nvidia and Palantir executives were all in attendance at the G20 meeting with a unified message: AI is a "non-negotiable."
AI State Law PreemptionEconomy & FinanceTrade Negotiations & Truces
Sep 2, 2026, 8:25 PM
ICE Finalizes Stun Glove Purchase, Claims There’s No Other Way To Handle ‘Violent’ Migrants
ICE Finalizes Stun Glove Purchase, Claims There’s No Other Way To Handle ‘Violent’ Migrants
Tim Cushing · Techdirt
This was inevitable. ICE has billions of new money to spend, zero shame, and not a single adult in a leadership position capable (or willing!) to talk the agency off the ledge. ICE decided the neat new tool of cruelty it absolutely had to have were gloves tha…
ICE Controversies & ResistanceLegal & JusticeMass Deportation Operation
Sep 2, 2026, 8:16 PM
Trump to campaign against 'phony' in Alaska as Senate race looks tight
Trump to campaign against 'phony' in Alaska as Senate race looks tight
Zac Anderson, USA TODAY · USA Today
Democrats are eying Alaska as a prime pickup opportunity as they seek to win control of the Senate.
2026 MidtermsElections & PoliticsState Elections
Sep 2, 2026, 8:16 PM
Trump suggests renaming Strait of Hormuz as Trump Strait amid Iran war
Trump suggests renaming Strait of Hormuz as Trump Strait amid Iran war
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Despite renewed fighting with Iran and near daily attacks on ships, Trump says Strait of Hormuz is 'under USA control'.
Department of War RebrandingForeign Policy & InternationalIran
Sep 2, 2026, 8:12 PM
What you need to know: US launches coin featuring Trump’s face
What you need to know: US launches coin featuring Trump’s face
Evan Semones · Al Jazeera English
The coin marks the first time in nearly 200 years that a living person has been featured on the country's currency.
Government & AdministrationPersonal & Family
Sep 2, 2026, 8:11 PM
Trump says US sees ‘everything’ Iran does, threatens further attacks
Trump says US sees ‘everything’ Iran does, threatens further attacks
Al Jazeera English
US President Donald Trump has threatened further attacks on Iran and says the military destroyed a mine-laying rocket.
Foreign Policy & InternationalIranMilitary
Sep 2, 2026, 8:04 PM
Trump's face is now on money, with $1 coins going into circulation
Trump's face is now on money, with $1 coins going into circulation
Michelle Stoddart, Catherine Bouvet · Abcnews.com
Trump is the first living president to be on a circulating coin in 100 years.
Government & AdministrationPersonal & Family
Sep 2, 2026, 7:55 PM
How freaked out should you be about Trump’s plot to disrupt mail voting?
How freaked out should you be about Trump’s plot to disrupt mail voting?
Zack Beauchamp · Vox
On Tuesday, Sen. Richard Blumenthal’s office published an alarming report from an anonymous whistleblower about the USPS’s role in the 2026 midterms. The report suggests the US Postal Service is rushing to implement a ballot-vetting system for the midterms th…
Elections & PoliticsVoting Rights
Sep 2, 2026, 7:19 PM
USS Abraham Lincoln reaches Thailand after 9 months at sea
USS Abraham Lincoln reaches Thailand after 9 months at sea
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
The port visit comes amid reports of severe emotional strain and poor conditions on board following nine months at sea.
Foreign Policy & InternationalMilitary
Sep 2, 2026, 6:51 PM
Signing ceremony as US to control a fifth of Venezuela’s oil reserves
Signing ceremony as US to control a fifth of Venezuela’s oil reserves
Al Jazeera English
Signing ceremony as US to control a fifth of Venezuela’s oil reserves.
Venezuela Intervention
Sep 2, 2026, 6:51 PM
The Trump administration cut funds for natural hazards monitoring in Nepal. A year later, disaster struck
The Trump administration cut funds for natural hazards monitoring in Nepal. A year later, disaster struck
Andrew Freedman, CNN · CNN
In January 2025, the Trump administration cut off funding for a program to identify and monitor landslide hotspots in Nepal. Just over a year later, disaster...
Crisis & EmergencyForeign Policy & InternationalNatural Disasters
Sep 2, 2026, 6:48 PM
At G20, Big Tech and Global Leaders Can’t Escape AI’s Data Center Problem
At G20, Big Tech and Global Leaders Can’t Escape AI’s Data Center Problem
Katelyn Chedraoui · CNET
Growing nationwide opposition to AI and data centers came right up to the summit’s doorstep.
AI State Law PreemptionTechnology Regulation
Sep 2, 2026, 6:42 PM
Trump Admin Tells Court: Let OpenAI Rip Off The Intercept’s Articles
Trump Admin Tells Court: Let OpenAI Rip Off The Intercept’s Articles
Noah Hurowitz · The Intercept
Trump’s Justice Department filed a brief on behalf of OpenAI in a landmark copyright lawsuit by The Intercept and other media companies. The post Trump Admin Tells Court: Let OpenAI Rip Off The Intercept’s Articles appeared first on The Intercept.
AI State Law PreemptionLegal & Justice
Sep 2, 2026, 6:40 PM
Trump Administration Sides With OpenAI in Publishers’ Copyright Lawsuits
Trump Administration Sides With OpenAI in Publishers’ Copyright Lawsuits
Jon Reed · CNET
The federal government says making AI companies pay for content used to train their models would undermine national security.
AI State Law PreemptionLegal & Justice
Sep 2, 2026, 6:35 PM
'Below the dignity of the office': Canadian officials condemn Pete Hegseth cadet post
'Below the dignity of the office': Canadian officials condemn Pete Hegseth cadet post
https://www.facebook.com/bbcnews · BBC News
The US Defence Secretary is facing criticism for his apparent online mocking of members of Canada's cadet programme.
Foreign Policy & InternationalMedia & Communications
Sep 2, 2026, 6:08 PM
Whistleblower: USPS Defied A Court Injunction To Build An Untested, Undocumented Ballot-Blocking System. Its Own Staff Call The Process “A Shit Show.”
Whistleblower: USPS Defied A Court Injunction To Build An Untested, Undocumented Ballot-Blocking System. Its Own Staff Call The Process “A Shit Show.”
Mike Masnick · Techdirt
Even as Donald Trump regularly uses mail-in ballots himself, he has decided that mail-in ballots are a system by which voting fraud occurs. To be quite clear, this is bullshit. There is astoundingly little evidence of significant voter fraud, and that’s equal…
Elections & PoliticsLegal & JusticeVoting Rights
Sep 2, 2026, 6:07 PM
An Ohio college student died in an apparent suicide. His family says he felt ‘humiliated’ by his ICE ankle monitor
An Ohio college student died in an apparent suicide. His family says he felt ‘humiliated’ by his ICE ankle monitor
Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN · CNN
Pierre Damas Bel was killed Monday after he stepped into traffic on Interstate 70 near Springfield, Ohio. The Haitian immigrant’s family says he was distraug...
ImmigrationLegal & JusticeMass Deportation OperationSocial Issues & Culture
Sep 2, 2026, 6:04 PM
MAGA’s Imaginary Censorship-Industrial Complex
MAGA’s Imaginary Censorship-Industrial Complex
Anne Applebaum · The Atlantic
The conspiracy theory that persists even though no evidence supports it
CensorshipMedia & CommunicationsSocial MediaStatements
Sep 2, 2026, 5:49 PM
Trump’s nominee for Navy secretary once said military needs ‘alpha males and alpha females’
Trump’s nominee for Navy secretary once said military needs ‘alpha males and alpha females’
Kaanita Iyer, Alejandra Jaramillo, CNN · CNN
President Donald Trump has nominated acting Navy secretary Hung Cao for the permanent position — a move that, if confirmed by the Senate, would elevate a for...
Government & AdministrationPersonnel
Sep 2, 2026, 5:41 PM
A year into Trump’s boat strike campaign, families search for answers
A year into Trump’s boat strike campaign, families search for answers
Mehr Sher · Al Jazeera English
While the Trump administration claims it has killed 'narcoterrorists', families fear fishermen are among the victims.
Foreign Policy & InternationalSecurity & Intelligence
Sep 2, 2026, 5:35 PM
US oil giant Chevron to expand Venezuela operations
US oil giant Chevron to expand Venezuela operations
Al Jazeera English
Chevron, the only US oil firm with major presence in Venezuela, said it has got extra acreage and will double output.
EnergyForeign Policy & InternationalTradeVenezuela Intervention
Sep 2, 2026, 4:57 PM
New immigration court tactic leads to huge lines and chaos in Miami
New immigration court tactic leads to huge lines and chaos in Miami
Sergio Martínez-Beltrán · NPR
Chaos unfolds at the Miami immigration court after judges are assigned mega master calendars, hearings where judges see more than 100 immigrants at once.
ImmigrationLegal & Justice
Sep 2, 2026, 4:42 PM
Seth Moulton Sold Out Trans Kids — and Lost His Senate Race
Seth Moulton Sold Out Trans Kids — and Lost His Senate Race
Natasha Lennard · The Intercept
Running as a progressive, Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey forced his centrist challenger to apologize for his anti-trans remarks. The post Seth Moulton Sold Out Trans Kids — and Lost His Senate Race appeared first on The Intercept.
Elections & PoliticsLGBTQ+ RightsSocial Issues & Culture
Sep 2, 2026, 4:16 PM
The Trump administration is supporting OpenAI in the NYT copyright lawsuit
The Trump administration is supporting OpenAI in the NYT copyright lawsuit
Hayden Field · The Verge
The Trump administration has intervened in The New York Times' copyright lawsuit against OpenAI, making an argument in favor of the AI lab. The landmark lawsuit, filed in December 2023, alleging that OpenAI unlawfully trained its AI systems on articles from T…
AI State Law PreemptionLegal & Justice
Sep 2, 2026, 4:12 PM
Dismissal of ex-US soldier Bergdahl’s conviction was invalid, court rules
Dismissal of ex-US soldier Bergdahl’s conviction was invalid, court rules
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Appeals panel says only military tribunals may assess court-martial convictions in blow to former Afghan war prisoner.
Law EnforcementLegal & Justice
Sep 2, 2026, 3:53 PM
China’s Xi urges new Middle East security framework during rare Egypt visit
China’s Xi urges new Middle East security framework during rare Egypt visit
Mariamne Everett · Al Jazeera English
Chinese, Egyptian leaders discuss the US-Israel war on Iran, which has prompted regional powers to rethink defence.
ChinaForeign Policy & InternationalMiddle East
Sep 2, 2026, 3:42 PM
Kennedy Center removes 'Blue' sculpture as Trump presses on with Washington makeover
Kennedy Center removes 'Blue' sculpture as Trump presses on with Washington makeover
Reuters · Yahoo Entertainment
WASHINGTON, Sept 2 (Reuters) - A crane removed the 24-foot (7-meter) sculpture "Blue" from the Kennedy Center grounds on Wednesday in the latest move to rede...
Government & AdministrationPersonnel
Sep 2, 2026, 3:33 PM
Tiger Woods Pleads No Contest To Reckless Driving Charge In Florida Rollover Crash
Tiger Woods Pleads No Contest To Reckless Driving Charge In Florida Rollover Crash
Denise Petski · Deadline
Tiger Woods entered a no contest plea to reckless driving Wednesday following a rollover crash in March near his Florida home, a change from his initial not guilty plea. As part of the plea agreement, the Martin County judge ordered Woods’ drivers license be …
Personal & Family
Sep 2, 2026, 3:24 PM
Top medical leaders urge Americans to get their flu and COVID shots in lieu of CDC vaccine campaign
Top medical leaders urge Americans to get their flu and COVID shots in lieu of CDC vaccine campaign
Adam Kovac · Scientific American
The Trump administration has so far been silent on flu, COVID and RSV vaccine guidance for the coming season, even as these diseases kill thousands of people every year
Health & SciencePublic Health
Sep 2, 2026, 3:15 PM
ICE Is Paying a Controversial AI Firm to Hide the Identities of Agents
ICE Is Paying a Controversial AI Firm to Hide the Identities of Agents
Karl Loftus · The Intercept
In a leaked memo, an ICE official tells employees the new AI tech will protect them from doxing. Some worry it could be used to root out whistleblowers. The post ICE Is Paying a Controversial AI Firm to Hide the Identities of Agents appeared first on The Inte…
AI State Law PreemptionLaw Enforcement
Sep 2, 2026, 2:39 PM
The Court Is Totally Wrong on Separation of Powers
The Court Is Totally Wrong on Separation of Powers
Leah Litman · The Atlantic
The problem with Trump’s ballroom isn’t a too-eager judicial branch but a lawless executive.
Executive OrdersGovernment & AdministrationLegal & Justice
Sep 2, 2026, 2:38 PM
Meet Jessica Pegula, the billionaire heiress fighting for her first Grand Slam title at the US Open
Meet Jessica Pegula, the billionaire heiress fighting for her first Grand Slam title at the US Open
Mykenna Maniece · Business Insider
Jessica Pegula, 32, is one of the world's highest-paid female athletes and the daughter of Terry and Kim Pegula, who own the Buffalo Bills.
Economy & FinancePersonal & Family
Sep 2, 2026, 2:37 PM
Lake America is Trump’s “freedom fries”
Lake America is Trump’s “freedom fries”
Ashlie D. Stevens · Salon
Long before "Lake America," 2003's freedom fries showed how nationalism turns language into a loyalty test
Personal & FamilySocial Issues & Culture
Sep 2, 2026, 2:30 PM
The White House Is Trying to Ice Out the Smithsonian
The White House Is Trying to Ice Out the Smithsonian
Kelsey Ables · The Atlantic
A renewed threat underscores the museum complex’s isolation—and the limits of Trump’s pressure campaign.
Government & AdministrationPersonnel
Sep 2, 2026, 2:30 PM
How Trumpism is changing the world
How Trumpism is changing the world
Firas Dabbagh · Al Jazeera English
This US presidency is rewriting the rules of global governance and ushering the world into a new era.
Elections & PoliticsForeign Policy & InternationalPolicy & Legislation
Sep 2, 2026, 2:15 PM
Chevron to expand in Venezuela, days after the U.S. and Venezuela strike oil deal
Chevron to expand in Venezuela, days after the U.S. and Venezuela strike oil deal
Willa Rubin · NPR
Chevron is the largest foreign oil operator in Venezuela. The deal will expand its footprint at a time of political and economic uncertainty for Venezuela.
TradeVenezuela Intervention
Sep 2, 2026, 2:08 PM
Top US doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion
Top US doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion
LAURAN NEERGAARD · Yahoo Entertainment
Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines — a...
Health & SciencePublic Health
Sep 2, 2026, 2:01 PM
Altria sues FDA over tobacco product review system
Altria sues FDA over tobacco product review system
By Emma Rumney and Jonathan Stempel · Yahoo Entertainment
By Emma Rumney and Jonathan Stempel LONDON/NEW YORK, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Marlboro-maker Altria on Wednesday sued the U.S.
Legal & Justice
Sep 2, 2026, 1:57 PM
Tiger Woods pleads guilty to reckless driving, forfeits driving licence
Tiger Woods pleads guilty to reckless driving, forfeits driving licence
Al Jazeera English
Golfer's driving licence will be suspended for five years under the terms of a plea agreement that dropped DUI charges.
Personal & Family
Sep 2, 2026, 1:44 PM
Thank God, ICE Is Promising to (for the nth Time) Get Body Cameras
Thank God, ICE Is Promising to (for the nth Time) Get Body Cameras
Jim Vorel · Jezebel
Yet again, DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin says ICE body cameras are coming ... but they still haven't turned on the ones they already have.
ICE Controversies & ResistanceLaw Enforcement
Sep 2, 2026, 1:23 PM
Tiger Woods changes plea in DUI case, driver's license suspended for 5 years
Tiger Woods changes plea in DUI case, driver's license suspended for 5 years
Emily Shapiro · Abcnews.com
Tiger Woods appeared in court in Florida Wednesday to change his plea in his driving under the influence case.
Criminal CasesLegal & Justice
Sep 2, 2026, 1:21 PM
Rahm Emanuel: ‘You Don’t Like My Ideas? Show Me Yours’
Rahm Emanuel: ‘You Don’t Like My Ideas? Show Me Yours’
Jason Maxey · Rolling Stone
Rahm Emanuel wants to take on Republicans and Democrats from the "pragmatic center." He talks Israel, the DSA, a possible run for president and more.
Elections & PoliticsLeadership
Sep 2, 2026, 1:00 PM
Streamers Were Scared of Trump and Wouldn’t Touch ‘Ask E. Jean’ — 5 Companies Are Teaming Up to Launch It on VOD
Streamers Were Scared of Trump and Wouldn’t Touch ‘Ask E. Jean’ — 5 Companies Are Teaming Up to Launch It on VOD
Brian Welk · IndieWire
Exclusive: Kinema, in collaboration with a group of distributors, is making the documentary about E. Jean Carroll and her defamation battle against President Trump available online.
Legal & JusticeMedia & Communications
Sep 2, 2026, 1:00 PM
What is Iran’s Castle Breaker missile, used against US bases?
What is Iran’s Castle Breaker missile, used against US bases?
Usaid Siddiqui · Al Jazeera English
Kheibar Shekan, Iran's medium-range missile, is said to play a pivotal role in escalating US-Israel tensions.
Foreign Policy & InternationalIranMilitary
Sep 2, 2026, 12:38 PM
GOP Begs Supreme Court To Let It Flood Airwaves With Cheap Midterm Propaganda
GOP Begs Supreme Court To Let It Flood Airwaves With Cheap Midterm Propaganda
Karl Bode · Techdirt
Back in June, the Supreme Court ruled 6–3 in National Republican Senatorial Committee v. Federal Election Commission that federal limits on coordinated expenditures by political parties violate the First Amendment, opening the floodgates to a much broader arr…
Elections & PoliticsLegal & JusticeSupreme Court
Sep 2, 2026, 12:36 PM
NBC Says It Stands by Kristen Welker After Trump Threatened to Report Her to the FCC for Calling His Endorsement Record “Mixed”
NBC Says It Stands by Kristen Welker After Trump Threatened to Report Her to the FCC for Calling His Endorsement Record “Mixed”
Jerome London · Thoughtcatalog.com
NBC is defending anchor Kristen Welker after President Trump threatened to report her to the Federal Communications Commission over her characterization of his political endorsements. The president…
Legal & JusticeMedia & CommunicationsPress Relations
Sep 2, 2026, 12:35 PM
The verdict is in on Trump’s ‘Lake America’ and Canada trade war. It’s not good
The verdict is in on Trump’s ‘Lake America’ and Canada trade war. It’s not good
Analysis by Aaron Blake, CNN · CNN
President Donald Trump has dropped another clunker in the laps of his fellow Republicans in the run-up to the 2026 midterm elections.
2026 MidtermsElections & PoliticsTrade Negotiations & Truces
Sep 2, 2026, 12:19 PM
The US is gobbling up Venezuelan oil, but will it lower fuel prices?
The US is gobbling up Venezuelan oil, but will it lower fuel prices?
Priyanka Shankar · Al Jazeera English
Analysts say Venezuelan crude is hard to extract and refine, and likely can't replace oil stuck in the Strait of Hormuz.
EnergyForeign Policy & InternationalTrade
Sep 2, 2026, 11:43 AM
ICE says it now has enough body cameras. And, Congress averts shutdown before midterms
ICE says it now has enough body cameras. And, Congress averts shutdown before midterms
Brittney Melton · NPR
Immigration and Customs Enforcement says it now has enough body cameras to equip all of its agents. And, Congress votes to fund the government, averting a government shutdown ahead of the midterms.
CongressImmigrationMass Deportation Operation
Sep 2, 2026, 11:08 AM
Tim Cook scores $47 million pay deal to stay on as Apple's chairman
Tim Cook scores $47 million pay deal to stay on as Apple's chairman
Theron Mohamed · Business Insider
Tim Cook is poised to earn a $2 million salary and stock awards with a target value of $45 million in his first year as Apple's executive chairman.
Economy & Finance
Sep 2, 2026, 11:07 AM
The Air Marshals Keeping Watch On Eric Swalwell
The Air Marshals Keeping Watch On Eric Swalwell
Shane Harris · The Atlantic
The FBI made a highly irregular request to monitor one of Trump’s most visible critics.
Law EnforcementSecurity & Intelligence
Sep 2, 2026, 11:00 AM
Flock Cameras and Data Centers Have Become Shockingly Bipartisan Hatreds
Flock Cameras and Data Centers Have Become Shockingly Bipartisan Hatreds
Jim Vorel · Jezebel
Both Democrats and Republicans are leaving Trump behind in trying to glom on to anti-surveillance (Flock) and anti-data center sentiment.
Social Issues & CultureTechnology Regulation
Sep 2, 2026, 10:58 AM
Data center backlash is panicking tech oligarchs ahead of midterms
Data center backlash is panicking tech oligarchs ahead of midterms
Amanda Marcotte · Salon
Silicon Valley billionaires hope to buy their way out of democracy
Campaign FinanceEconomy & FinanceElections & Politics
Sep 2, 2026, 10:45 AM
10 Wednesday AM Reads
10 Wednesday AM Reads
Barry Ritholtz · Ritholtz.com
My mid-week morning reads: • ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ self-help author Robert Kiyosaki is $1.2 billion in debt: report. The self-help guru who has made a fortune preaching the secrets of financial success — has amassed a staggering $1.2 billion in debt tied to his…
Personal Business
Sep 2, 2026, 10:30 AM
Is this the future of America?
Is this the future of America?
Lauren Feiner · The Verge
In 2007, the US was on the cusp of an economic recession, and Buddy Rizer was tasked with finding Loudoun County, Virginia, a new way to make money. Rizer’s earlier career as a radio DJ didn’t exactly make him an obvious candidate to find a solution, but he w…
AI State Law PreemptionEconomy & FinanceTechnology Regulation
Sep 2, 2026, 10:02 AM
USPS whistleblower alleges rushed mail ballot systems could disenfranchise voters
USPS whistleblower alleges rushed mail ballot systems could disenfranchise voters
Dion Nissenbaum, Votebeat · Salon
The anonymous whistleblower described the Postal Service’s work on systems as “secretive, rushed, chaotic"
Government & AdministrationVoting Rights
Sep 2, 2026, 10:00 AM
US pounds Iran, Tehran strikes back at bases in biggest exchange since July
US pounds Iran, Tehran strikes back at bases in biggest exchange since July
By Kanishka Singh and Ahmed Tolba · Yahoo Entertainment
WASHINGTON/CAIRO, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Iran and its Arab neighbours were plunged back into war on Wednesday by the biggest exchange of fire between Tehran and...
Foreign Policy & InternationalIranMilitarySecurity & Intelligence
Sep 2, 2026, 9:42 AM
How will tariffs affect the midterms? In this Michigan border town, it's complicated
How will tariffs affect the midterms? In this Michigan border town, it's complicated
Russ McNamara · NPR
The recent trade war between the U.S. and Canada has both economic and political implications for Michigan given it's the state's top trade partner.
Elections & PoliticsRegional & StateTariff Economic ImpactTrade Negotiations & Truces
Sep 2, 2026, 9:00 AM
ICE Detainee dies just hours after he was admitted into detention
ICE Detainee dies just hours after he was admitted into detention
Vanessa Romo · NPR
Lianyong Wei's death marks the 57th death of an immigrant detainee held in the care of the government since the start of President Trump's second term. Twenty-four of those have occurred since Jan. 1.
ICE Controversies & ResistanceMass Deportation Operation
Sep 2, 2026, 9:00 AM
Israel bars U.S. citizens over criticism and ties to Palestinian activists, lawyers say
Israel bars U.S. citizens over criticism and ties to Palestinian activists, lawyers say
Daniel Estrin · NPR
Travelers from the U.S. and other nations are denied entry to Israel after interrogations about their links to Palestinians, plans to visit the occupied West Bank and opinions of Israel, lawyers say.
Foreign Policy & InternationalImmigrationIsrael
Sep 2, 2026, 9:00 AM
The U.S. Has Killed 227 Civilians in Boat Strikes During “A Year of Murders”
The U.S. Has Killed 227 Civilians in Boat Strikes During “A Year of Murders”
Nick Turse · The Intercept
“The boat strikes are, perhaps, the most stark testament to the lawlessness of the Trump administration.” The post The U.S. Has Killed 227 Civilians in Boat Strikes During “A Year of Murders” appeared first on The Intercept.
Foreign Policy & InternationalMilitarySecurity & Intelligence
Sep 2, 2026, 9:00 AM
Iran, US exchange new attacks: Who was hit in latest strikes?
Iran, US exchange new attacks: Who was hit in latest strikes?
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Iran says the US bombed a wedding near the Strait of Hormuz; hits Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan in retaliation.
Foreign Policy & InternationalIranMilitary
Sep 2, 2026, 8:55 AM
Morning news brief
Morning news brief
Leila Fadel · NPR
U.S. military strikes rock Iran for a second day in a row, Trump attempts to combat rising gas prices as midterm approaches, Sen. Ed Markey wins Massachusetts' Democratic primary.
Economy & FinanceElections & PoliticsForeign Policy & InternationalIranTrade
Sep 2, 2026, 8:43 AM
Ed Markey wins: Key takeaways from Massachusetts primary election results
Ed Markey wins: Key takeaways from Massachusetts primary election results
Al Jazeera English
Markey secures the Democratic nomination as Massachusetts voters back several of the state’s long-serving lawmakers.
2024 PresidentialCampaign EventsElections & Politics
Sep 2, 2026, 8:27 AM
Why Greece is betting on Israel’s Achilles Shield
Why Greece is betting on Israel’s Achilles Shield
Rob Geist Pinfold · Al Jazeera English
The defence deal between the two countries fits into a larger shift in regional alliances amid the US-Israel war on Iran.
Defense Contractor ReformForeign Policy & InternationalIsrael
Sep 2, 2026, 7:35 AM
As US seeks Gaza donor’s extradition, wife warns of ‘terrifying precedent’
As US seeks Gaza donor’s extradition, wife warns of ‘terrifying precedent’
Graham Keeley · Al Jazeera English
Imprisoned in Spain, James 'Fergie' Chambers has supported charities but is accused of aiding Hamas.
Foreign Policy & InternationalGazaLegal & Justice
Sep 2, 2026, 6:35 AM
Australia, US commit $580 million to support Pacific Island nations
Australia, US commit $580 million to support Pacific Island nations
By Alasdair Pal and Kanishka Singh · Yahoo Entertainment
By Alasdair Pal and Kanishka Singh SYDNEY/WASHINGTON, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Australia and the United States on Wednesday announced a combined $580 million in fu...
Foreign Policy & International
Sep 2, 2026, 6:24 AM
Mark Ruffalo comments spark pushback against antisemitism ‘smear campaign’
Mark Ruffalo comments spark pushback against antisemitism ‘smear campaign’
Usaid Siddiqui · Al Jazeera English
The actor criticised Paramount-Warner Bros merger, linking it to Oracle's ties with Israeli military amid Gaza genocide.
Media & CommunicationsProtestsSocial Issues & Culture
Sep 2, 2026, 6:04 AM
Palestinian artist Saint Levant delays tour amid US visa complications
Palestinian artist Saint Levant delays tour amid US visa complications
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Visa cancellations or delays have forced international artists to rethink US tours under President Donald Trump.
Foreign Policy & InternationalImmigration
Sep 2, 2026, 5:33 AM
‘Really terrified’: Milo Yiannopoulos speaks out after deportation from US
‘Really terrified’: Milo Yiannopoulos speaks out after deportation from US
Evan Semones · Al Jazeera English
The far-right British commentator sat with interviewer Piers Morgan after being detained by US immigration authorities.
ImmigrationMass Deportation Operation
Sep 2, 2026, 3:32 AM
Apple changes name of Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ in maps app
Apple changes name of Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ in maps app
Evan Semones · Al Jazeera English
The change marks the second US-based tech giant to comply with President Donald Trump's controversial order.
Media & CommunicationsPersonal & Family
Sep 2, 2026, 3:22 AM
Honduran court drops case against ex-President Hernandez after Trump pardon
Honduran court drops case against ex-President Hernandez after Trump pardon
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Juan Orlando Hernandez had been accused of money laundering and fraud as part of a government corruption scheme.
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Sep 2, 2026, 2:34 AM
Top US lawmaker Mike Johnson says lying is part of some Iranians’ religion
Top US lawmaker Mike Johnson says lying is part of some Iranians’ religion
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
The Republican House speaker defends the US-Israel war on Iran and praises Trump's 'steady hands at the wheel'.
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Sep 2, 2026, 2:20 AM
US military says it completed latest wave of strikes on Iran
US military says it completed latest wave of strikes on Iran
By Kanishka Singh · Yahoo Entertainment
By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Sept 1 (Reuters) - The U.S. military said late on Tuesday it completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran, saying it struck Isl...
Foreign Policy & InternationalIranMilitary
Sep 2, 2026, 1:56 AM
US pushes looser approach to AI regulation, while EU pushes new law
US pushes looser approach to AI regulation, while EU pushes new law
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
US calls for deregulation of AI at a G20 ministerial meeting, emphasising industry growth over regulatory constraints.
AI State Law PreemptionTechnology Regulation
Sep 2, 2026, 1:05 AM
Apple Maps changes Lake Ontario to Lake America after Trump order
Apple Maps changes Lake Ontario to Lake America after Trump order
https://www.facebook.com/bbcnews · BBC News
The move follows an order by President Donald Trump as part of Washington's trade spat with Canada.
Policy & LegislationTrade Negotiations & Truces
Sep 2, 2026, 12:35 AM
Army secretary frequently warned White House about Hegseth: Sources
Army secretary frequently warned White House about Hegseth: Sources
Steven Beynon, Luis Martinez, Katherine Faulders · Abcnews.com
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigned early last week at one of the busiest moments for the service since the height of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Government & AdministrationPersonnel
Sep 2, 2026, 12:13 AM
Trump says he's nominating acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao for the permanent job
Trump says he's nominating acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao for the permanent job
BEN FINLEY · Yahoo Entertainment
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he is nominating acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao for the permanent job, giving the Navy combat veteran the nod as con...
Personnel
Sep 2, 2026, 12:06 AM