The WNBA has postponed the game between the New York Liberty and the Dallas Wings due to mechanical issues with the Liberty's charter flight. The game is now set for July 20, 2025. The Liberty are currently struggling with their performance, having lost seven of their last ten games.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries denied any tensions within the Democratic caucus over a recent vote to cut $3 billion in aid to Israel. The amendment, proposed by Rep. Thomas Massie, was supported by 103 Democrats but ultimately failed 314-104. The vote has reignited discussions within the party regarding U.S. support for Israel amidst ongoing conflicts.
Iraqi authorities have seized around $19 million in cash and gold jewelry linked to a former oil minister. The operation involved locating assets in various hideouts.
Gabriel Perez, a technical assistant to former President Trump, has been reported to have placed bets on the words that would be used in Trump's speeches. This was disclosed by the betting platform Kalshi after a speech in Miami Beach.
During a Senate hearing, Senator Thom Tillis criticized OMB Director Russell Vought regarding the performance of the Department of Government Efficiency. Tillis questioned Vought about the lack of successful initiatives from DOGE.
Senator Eric Schmitt has introduced legislation to amend birthright citizenship laws, specifically targeting children born in the U.S. to foreign diplomats. He argues that these children should not receive citizenship and has called for an investigation into the issuance of citizenship documentation. His proposal follows a Supreme Court ruling affirming birthright citizenship for children of unlawfully present parents, which has drawn criticism from civil liberties groups.
A settlement has been reached in Maricopa County, Arizona, regarding issues related to elections. The county has been a significant area of focus for election integrity discussions since the 2020 presidential election.
ICE has announced that officers can resume traffic stops under a new policy requiring body cameras. The directive mandates that at least one officer must wear a body camera during the stop, and the rollout of these cameras is expected to take about two months to complete. The policy aims to enhance officer safety amid rising assaults.
A Gallup poll reveals a decline in trust in higher education among Americans, particularly Democrats, with confidence dropping from 42% to 38% from 2025 to 2026. Concerns about political influences and rising costs are significant factors, leading to shifts in enrollment towards higher-quality institutions and trade schools. The data indicates a growing skepticism regarding the value of college education.
The U.S. military has continued its airstrikes against Iran for the sixth consecutive day, with the latest wave starting at 2 p.m. EDT on Thursday. The strikes are part of efforts to degrade Iran's military capabilities, as stated by U.S. Central Command.
Senator John Fetterman indicated he might leave the Democratic Party if it adopts an anti-Israel position. This statement follows a recent effort by over 100 House Democrats to stop military aid to Israel, reflecting a shift in support within the party amid ongoing tensions in the region.
The article discusses the debate over the water consumption of AI data centers, highlighting differing opinions on their environmental impact. While some argue that these facilities exacerbate local water shortages, others claim that concerns are overstated. The actual water use varies significantly by location and operational methods, and experts emphasize the importance of understanding how water is utilized in cooling systems.
The National Research Center for Parents with Disabilities at Brandeis University is facing a funding cut that may halt its operations by the end of August. The center has focused on research related to the rights of disabled parents and provides support services. The removal of its grant from the federal funding portal has raised concerns about the impact on disabled parents and the broader disability community.
A White House staffer has been accused of making nearly $100,000 by using insider knowledge of speeches to place bets on Kalshi. This situation has prompted discussions about the ethical considerations surrounding the use of privileged information for personal profit.
A White House staffer is facing accusations of making nearly $100,000 by using insider knowledge of presidential speeches to place bets on the trading platform Kalshi. The case raises concerns about the use of privileged information for personal financial gain.
A White House staffer is facing accusations of making nearly $100,000 by betting on speeches using insider knowledge. The situation has sparked discussions regarding the ethical implications of such actions within the government.
The White House has placed a teleprompter operator on paid administrative leave following allegations of betting on President Trump's speeches. The operator, Gabriel Perez, is under investigation by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission for allegedly profiting from bets made through the prediction market Kalshi. The White House has condemned the conduct and is cooperating with the investigation.
Gabriel Perez, the teleprompter operator for President Donald Trump, is under investigation for allegedly using insider information to place bets on Kalshi, a prediction market platform. Federal investigators believe he made bets on what Trump would say during various events, competing with other users on the platform.
The FBI is investigating a substance found in the van of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who was shot by an immigration agent. While the FBI suspects the substance may be methamphetamine, Araujo's attorney claims it is granulated salt. The attorney has requested expedited testing to clarify the situation.
A meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home in July 2024 has been found to contain prebiotic molecules and other essential components for life, according to a study in Science Advances. The meteorite, identified as a rare CM1/2 carbonaceous chondrite, is considered one of the most scientifically valuable meteorites recovered. Some fragments will be preserved at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City.
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