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The Trump Mental Health Issue We Don’t See: Biographer
Donald Trump’s biographer says the aging president is suffering from loneliness and paranoia as the strains of his second term weigh on his mental and physical health.
Trump’s Body Put to Humiliating Side-by-Side Test
President Donald Trump’s claimed height and weight got a reality check when an MS NOW host lined him up next to two NFL stars with similar measurements.
Mayes Middleton Defeats Chip Roy in the Runoff for Texas Attorney General
After connecting his opponent to past criticism of President Trump, the conservative state senator now advances to the general election.
Bee Gees Legend Forced to Confirm He’s Alive After Death Hoax
Bee Gees’ frontman Barry Gibb was forced to confirm he was still alive after an internet rumor of his death went viral. Family sources close to Gibb, 79, told TMZ that the disco legend was alive and well at his home near Miami after a “R.I.P. Barry Gibb” Facebook page garnered nearly a million likes on Sunday. Those who clicked on the page were greeted by a false report claiming that the falsetto singer had died earlier that day.
Celebrity Invites to White House’s Tacky UFC Event Revealed
Donald Trump’s White House UFC spectacle is shaping up less like a sporting event and more like a celebrity-packed birthday bash. A new behind-the-scenes report from Time magazine revealed the guest list for the June 14 South Lawn fight card includes comedian Adam Sandler, filmmaker Guy Ritchie, retired NFL star Tom Brady, actor Jared Leto, action star Jason Statham, wrestler-turned-actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and TV host Mario Lopez.
Cornyn pledges to support Republican Senate ticket in Texas after losing runoff
Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) on Tuesday pledged to support the Republican ticket after losing his Senate primary runoff to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R). "I've spent most of my time in the Senate building the Republican Party in Texas and in the U.S.
Evette, Wilson in dead heat in crowded South Carolina GOP gubernatorial race: Poll
A new poll found South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette (R) and Attorney General Alan Wilson (R) are in a dead heat with one another in the Palmetto State’s crowded gubernatorial race.
Cook Political Report shifts Texas Senate rating toward Democrats after Paxton runoff victory
The nonpartisan election handicapper Cook Political Report shifted its rating of the Texas Senate race toward Democrats on Tuesday, from “likely Republican” to “lean Republican,” after state Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) defeated Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) in the marquee race's GOP runoff. Paxton, who enjoyed a last-minute endorsement from President Trump, defeated the senior GOP senator.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Keeps Picking Up Snakes. Is He Doing It Right?
The health secretary wrangled two nonvenomous snakes while visiting Florida in a video that drew widespread attention.
5 Things to Know About Ken Paxton, the Republican Senate Nominee in Texas
With the support of President Trump, Mr. Paxton unseated Senator John Cornyn in a high-profile Republican runoff.
Trump, 79, Repeats Rambling Rant Hours After Medical Test
President Donald Trump left heads scratching after posting one of his rambling Truth Social rants again, eight days after he originally sent it.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara Resigns After Investigation
The chief, Brian O’Hara, began leading the department in 2022 as it reeled in the aftermath of the police killing of George Floyd.
White House Meltdown Backfires as CNN Host Issues Pro Response
The White House’s attempt to troll CNN flopped spectacularly after a host on the network skewered its pathetic effort.
Christian Menefee Defeats Al Green in Texas Democratic House Runoff
The showdown, manufactured by a Republican gerrymander, created one of many generational clashes consuming Democrats this cycle.
The Winner of the Cornyn-Paxton Runoff? James Talarico
The Texas senate race will come down to the Democratic candidate’s strengths — and the Republican’s weaknesses.
Pam Bondi’s Secret Health Battle Is Revealed
President Donald Trump’s former attorney general was diagnosed with cancer following her exit from the Justice Department.
Garcia beats Texas Democrat accused of antisemitism in House primary runoff
Democrat Johnny Garcia is projected to win his House primary runoff in Texas, defeating a candidate that came under fire for remarks seen as antisemitic, according to Decision Desk HQ. Garcia, a public information officer for the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, cemented his status as the preferred candidate of national Democrats after rival Maureen Galindo,
Trump’s Revenge Plot Paves Way for Potential Backfire
Controversial Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton won the Texas Republican Senate runoff, ousting incumbent GOP Senator John Cornyn and setting up what will be a nasty race for the seat come November.
Middleton wins GOP nod in Texas attorney general primary runoff
Texas state Sen. Mayes Middleton (R) is projected to defeat Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) in a primary runoff for the GOP nod to succeed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R), according to Decision Desk HQ. Though loyalty to President Trump was a major factor in the race, the rivals faced off on Tuesday without a much-anticipated endorsement.
Paxton defeats Cornyn in Texas GOP Senate runoff
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R), with a last-minute endorsement from President Trump, is projected to beat incumbent Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) in the bitter Republican runoff for Senate in the Lone Star State, according to Decision Desk HQ.
Paxton wins Texas Senate runoff, defeating longtime incumbent Cornyn
Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated Sen. John Cornyn in the Senate GOP runoff Tuesday, cementing the influence of the far right in Texas and potentially putting the seat in play for November.
Trump administration sues University of California over antisemitism at UCLA
The Trump administration on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against the University of California for alleged “deliberate indifference” to harassment against Jewish and Israeli students at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). It follows a previous lawsuit against UCLA for claims of unaddressed antisemitism on campus and a civil rights investigation into the school.
Mark Carney to lose star environmentalist from caucus
Steven Guilbeault will exit the Liberal caucus as the prime minister breaks with Trudeau climate policy.
‘Veep’ Creator to Write Sequel to Beloved Children’s Films
The Emmy-winning creator behind the political satire comedy series Veep is set to write the upcoming fourth film in the hit Paddington franchise, Variety reports. Armando Iannucci, the Scottish writer and director, will co-write Paddington 4 with his longtime collaborator Simon Blackwell, who also wrote for Veep and Iannucci’s British political sitcom The Thick of It. Dougal Wilson, who directed the franchise’s well-received third installment, Paddington in Peru, is in talks to come back for the next chapter, according to Variety.
Rep. Christian Menefee defeats fellow Rep. Al Green in Texas House runoff
Texas Democratic Rep. Christian Menefee defeated longtime Rep. Al Green in a runoff that was defined by heavy outside spending and clashes over generational change.
Chemical Tank Cools, But 16,000 in Garden Grove Can’t Go Home Yet
The risk of an explosion or spill has fallen, the authorities said, but residents closest to the plant cannot yet return. Some have begun to ask who should be held accountable.
James Carville Predicts What Could Force Trump, 79, Out of Office
Veteran political strategist James Carville has predicted when President Donald Trump will “get the f--k out of there and leave.”
The Best Father’s Day Gifts for New Dads
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Trump-backed candidate wins GOP primary runoff for new Texas House seat
Former oil and gas executive Alex Mealer, who was backed by President Trump, is projected to defeat state Rep. Briscoe Cain and win the GOP primary for Texas’s newly drawn 9th Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. Mealer, who was supported by some House GOP leadership, beat Cain, who was endorsed by Gov.
Green loses Texas Democratic House primary runoff to Menefee
Rep. Christian Menefee (D-Texas) is projected to defeat Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) in a Democratic primary runoff for the Houston-based 18th Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. Menefee, the 37-old-lawmaker who won a special election to fill the remainder of the late Rep.
Donald E. Newhouse, Low-Profile Heir to a Media Empire, Dies at 96
He ran the newspaper division of Advance Publications, while his older brother, Si, ran the Condé Nast magazine operation.
Trump May Appear at N.B.A. Finals in New York
President Trump is said to be considering the appearance after his hometown team, the Knicks, clinched a championship spot.
Trump: ‘Critically important’ CFTC has exclusive authority over prediction markets
President Trump on Tuesday said it was “critically important” for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to maintain exclusive authority over prediction markets, following several lawsuits against states for attempting to either ban or enact regulations for betting markets.
Join the Abraham Accords? US allies scoff at Trump’s demand
Some say Trump is just appeasing domestic political players.
TV Host Reveals Grueling 9-Hour Plastic Surgery Ordeal
A prominent television personality detailed her nine-hour facelift after she accidentally confessed to the operation during an episode of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
‘SCUM’: Trump enters prediction market fight with swing at regulator's critics
One of the president's top financial regulators got a major boost in his clash against state officials over who oversees the prediction markets from Trump himself.
A Cornell Study says smart people are less likely to hide behind corporate buzzwords
Why trying to sound intelligent feels like nonsense.
Window washer’s free cleanings are saving struggling Kansas City restaurants through social media
Getting views got them customers.
Trump Administration Wants Employees to Sign NDAs
Lawyers representing federal workers said the move is intended to chill speech and could be challenged on First Amendment grounds.
Trump boasts physical at Walter Reed went ‘perfectly’
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Trump boasts physical at Walter Reed went ‘perfectly’ President Donald Trump underwent his third medical checkup in a little more than a year Tuesday at Walter Reed National Medical Center, and declared that doctors had given him a clean bill of health.
MAGA-Coded CBS Anchor Trails Behind Competition in Ratings Struggle
CBS’s MAGA-coded anchor Tony Dokoupil is making little headway in closing the gap on his rivals at NBC and ABC.
High-Level British Spy Warns of Expanding Russia Threat
The director of Britain’s electronic surveillance agency warns that Russia is only getting more brazen as battlefield losses in Ukraine mount.
Physician Blasts ‘Performative and Nonsensical’ Claims About Trump, 79
A top doctor is questioning how real the medical information the White House puts out on President Donald Trump actually is.
White House Totally Melts Down After Sleepy Trump, 79, Called Out
The White House communications team is taking a bizarre new approach to concerns regarding the 79-year-old president’s health.
A Fiery Visitor From Space Photo-Bombs an Erupting Volcano
For a split second, a fireball outshone the rivers of molten lava flowing from the Philippines’ most active volcano.
Trump Administration to Send Americans Exposed to Ebola to Kenya
In past outbreaks, Americans exposed to the virus were sent home to be treated in state-of-the-art facilities. The Trump administration has already flown some U.S. citizens to Europe for treatment.
The Memo: Trump and allies seek to spin Iran deal amid hazy details
A fierce battle is underway to shape public perceptions of a deal to end the war in Iran — even though no such agreement has been arrived at and progress toward it was called into question by fresh U.S. attacks on southern Iran on Monday. Despite those strikes, serious negotiations are plainly taking place.
Unreal Number of Sex Scandal Republican Candidates Exposed
Donald Trump wants to crush The Swamp. The leaks, the sneaks, and the secrets are all there. Our writers, David Gardner, Farrah Tomazin, Sarah Ewall-Wice, and Laura Esposito, are sifting through the ooze so you don’t have to. Don’t miss out.
Vance Admits He’s on Weird RFK Jr.-Approved Diet
JD Vance is taking Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s diet advice by eating according to an inverted food pyramid, he has confessed.
‘Prophet’ Behind Infamous Trump Prediction Launches 2028 Bid
Dan Greaney, The Simpsons writer who predicted Trump’s presidential ambitions decades in advance, has a new political prediction—this time involving himself.
Hassett's bold prediction
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Hassett: Energy prices will drop ‘like nothing you’ve ever seen before’ National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett said energy prices are going to fall at an unprecedented rate once Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz.
DOE eyes using plutonium in nuclear fuel
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story DOE eyes using plutonium for nuclear power The Energy Department may allow up to five companies to use its surplus plutonium, which has historically been used in nuclear warheads, as fuel.
Trump’s new plan to quash leaks
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House NDAA draft would limit Trump's troop cuts, battleship plans
A major defense policy bill released by House Republicans on Tuesday looks to maintain limits on how many U.S. troops can be moved from Europe and South Korea and bars construction of the first “Trump-class” battleship until the Navy can prove it has the technology to make it.
Consumer confidence slips for first time in months
U.S. consumer confidence in May saw its first drop after three months of gains as Americans grapple with rising prices and inflation, both driven up by the U.S.-Israeli conflict in Iran, the monthly consumer confidence index report said Tuesday. Confidence dipped 0.7 points to 93.1 in May, a low not seen since 2025, according to the index,
Does Donald Trump Know Men Are Also Allowed to Leave His Cabinet?
Mr. President! Let me start this Cabinet meeting by thanking you for hanging the moon and organizing the nation, and the universe, in such a perfect way. The moon looks great where you put it. Everything you touch turns to gold, unless you would prefer it to turn to brass.
Surprise Truth About Meghan‘s Clash With Queen: Author
The royal family’s most distinguished unofficial biographer shared a glimpse behind the scenes of one of the family’s most dramatic internal disputes: “Tiara Gate.”
Top Doctor Draws Attention to ‘Interesting’ Change With Trump’s Physical Exam
A top doctor pointed out a curious detail about President Donald Trump’s assessment of his annual physical.
A new Supreme Court opinion is terrible news for federal workers
Remember DOGE, the Elon Musk-led “government efficiency” project that spread chaos during President Donald Trump’s first few months back in office, fired tens of thousands of federal employees, and then vanished almost as abruptly as it began?
After the Shein shock, Everlane’s founder launches his next act
Last weekend, when Puck announced that the sustainable fashion startup Everlane had been acquired by the Chinese ultra fast fashion retailer Shein, it sent shockwaves throughout the fashion world. Michael Preysman, who founded Everlane in 2011, was just as shocked.
US-Iran tensions rise, putting peace talks at risk
Tensions are rising between Washington and Tehran, putting an emerging peace plan that would have opened the Strait of Hormuz and offered relief to skyrocketing oil and gas prices at risk. The U.S. struck southern Iran late Monday amid a clamor over negotiations for a framework of a deal to end the war. The U.S.
An Exclusive Look at President Trump’s Latest ‘Perfect’ Medical Report
Whether the reason behind Donald Trump’s latest visit to Walter Reed Medical Center this morning is as simple as needing a doctor’s note to justify missing his adult son’s wedding over the weekend, a move to flex on the millions of uninsured Americans losers currently telling themselves that stabbing pain in their abdomen is probably nothing, or perhaps actually a sign that all is not well with a cankle-ridden world leader who prides himself on his refusal to get a full night’s sleep and speaks frequently about going to heaven,
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Expecting Child With New Wife
Jesse Williams, 44, is expecting a baby with his new wife, Alejandra Onieva, 33. The couple, who secretly tied the knot earlier this year, were recently seen in L.A., with Onieva’s baby bump visible beneath a white crop top she wore, paired with an oversized jean jacket and matching pants. The Spanish actress revealed her pregnancy last week in an Instagram carousel featuring images of her baby bump alongside pictures from her travels. She captioned the post, “✨vida✨,” which translates to “life” in Spanish.
Trump Admits More White South African Refugees in Made-Up “Emergency”
President Trump is raising the U.S. refugee admission limit by 10,000 people—but only for white South Africans.
The AI IPO race
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Tech titans face off in new front of AI race — IPOs Three of the world’s leading AI companies are racing to go public, opening yet another front in the high-stakes competition over the technology.
Energy Department takes steps toward allowing plutonium, historically used in weapons, in nuclear fuel
The Energy Department may allow up to five companies to use its surplus plutonium — which it has historically been used in nuclear warheads — as fuel. The department has selected the firms for “advanced negotiations regarding the potential allocation of surplus plutonium materials,” a spokesperson for its nuclear energy office said Tuesday.
This Jitter-Proof Coffee Delivers Sustained Focus and Energy
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Carney: Alberta independence vote 'dangerous bluff'
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney took a swing at an upcoming vote on Alberta’s independence, calling it a “dangerous bluff.” “In these separation issues, it is often advanced that, ‘Vote for this and it's a free option,’ ‘Vote for this and we will strengthen your — our hand in a future negotiation.’
US journalist charged with acting as Chinese agent
An American journalist and author is facing federal charges after being accused of working as an agent for the Chinese government for the past at least seven years.
Did Trump’s FAA cut staffing goal for air traffic control?
The Federal Aviation Administration released a new staffing target for air traffic controllers that’s 2,000 people less than its previous goal. The National Air Traffic Controllers Association disagrees with the staffing model.
Child Star Reveals Why She’ll Never Return to Hollywood
Mrs. Doubtfire, Matilda, and Miracle on 34th Street star Mara Wilson has no intention of returning to the big screen.
The Iran Deal Is in the Hands of a Terrible Negotiator
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Is mifepristone safe? Research says yes
Amid efforts to restrict mifepristone access, we looked at what studies say about the medication. Decades of research on medication abortion shows serious complications are rare.
‘The View’ Host Makes Brutal On-Air Slip About Don Jr.’s Wedding
Trump’s former White House Strategic Communications Director and The View co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin shocked even herself with an on-air slip-up about the president’s notable absence from his namesake son’s wedding.
The Coolest Short-Sleeve Shirts for Men: Summer 2026 Edition
From crisp button-ups to airy linens and knits, we rolled up our sleeves so you won't have to.
Live results: Paxton, Cornyn showdown in Texas GOP Senate runoff
The heated Texas Senate GOP contest will come to a head Tuesday as voters head to the polls in the runoff race. Sen. John Cornyn (R) and state Attorney General Ken Paxton have duked it out for months, with the latter securing President Trump's endorsement just last week.
Sam Altman is “delighted to be wrong” about AI destroying jobs
Unlike some of his industry peers, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has been surprisingly skeptical of the notion that AI is displacing workers. In an interview a few months ago, he argued that AI was a convenient scapegoat for some companies, echoing what some economists and experts have expressed about the narrative that AI is driving layoffs across corporate America.
UFC Fight Venue Construction Takes Over White House Thanks to Trump
The White House looks like the circus it is now thanks to Trump’s “Freedom 250” event, which happens to be on his own birthday.
Grammy Winner, 43, Secretly Gets Engaged
Lil Wayne is planning to tie the knot. The 43-year-old rapper reportedly proposed in secret to an unidentified woman in her 20s from Indiana, according to TMZ. The Daily Beast has reached out to Wayne’s representation. This comes just a year after his ex-girlfriend Denise Bidot claimed on social media that the Grammy winner broke up with her via text message on Mother’s Day and then proceeded to kick her and her 16-year-old daughter out of his home.
Iran president ends internet blackout, orders access to be restored
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday restored international internet access after a near 90-day blackout.
New Mexico attorney general encourages Epstein survivors to come forward amid probe into ranch
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez (D) is encouraging victims of Jeffrey Epstein to come forward amid his office’s probe into a ranch previously owned by the convicted sex offender. In a letter to survivors he sent last week and shared to social media Tuesday,
Schiff targets compensation fund for Trump allies with 2 measures
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) is expected to introduce two new pieces of legislation targeting payouts from the Department of Justice’s new $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund. One piece of legislation would block the DOJ from issuing payouts from the fund to Trump, Vice President Vance, members of Congress, congressional staff, political appointees, senior executive branch employees,
Mamdani pledges housing ‘transformation’ to tackle central affordability challenge
The mayor is not reinventing the wheel on many housing issues and is leaning into policies championed by his predecessors.
Pope Leo’s AI Warning Struck a Nerve With Some Tech Leaders
Pope Leo XIV went viral on Monday with his warning about the threats AI poses to humanity and the
Trump Just Went Further Than Ever Before to Encourage Another Jan. 6
A slush fund is not just a slush fund.
MAGA Melts Down as Republicans Defy Trump’s Rigging Plot
Donald Trump’s MAGA allies are melting down at “RINO” Republicans after a group of South Carolina state senators helped block a move to give Republicans a greater advantage in the state ahead of the midterms.
Beware of “trophy-style” AI adoption
Most enterprise generative AI investments have yet to deliver the value companies envisioned, and every day, more leaders are recognizing that people lie at the heart of the struggle. In this year’s AI & Data Leadership Executive Benchmark Survey, 93% of executives leading AI and data efforts identified human issues around culture and change management as the primary obstacle to adoption.
Pope Leo XIV’s AI encyclical is getting a mixed reception from the tech world
A day after Pope Leo XIV released his much anticipated encyclical on AI, the response from the AI community has been mainly positive, with some quibbling over the nature and potential of the technology.
Being a CEO “is not that complicated,” says Google CEO Sundar Pichai
At Google, AI is reshaping employees’ titles and how they work. Last month, Google Cloud’s senior director and chief evangelist Richard Seroter told Fast Company that software engineers have turned into product engineers, or architects, as they move away from manual coding to directing teams of AI agents. It seems that AI also changed how Google’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, works, too.
Judge Lets Stand a Florida House Map That Could Add 4 Republican Seats
The plaintiffs had argued that the map violated a state ban on partisan gerrymandering that the state’s voters passed in 2010.
How AI can help break the world’s fossil fuel addiction
The current AI boom reminds me of the dot-com era, which I watched unfold from venture capital in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Lots of hype. Eye-watering investments. Genuine transformative potential. Most conversations about AI today focus on the obvious value, productivity, and efficiency gains. That’s real, but it’s the shallow end. The deeper potential is something else entirely: ending the linear take-make-waste economy and with it, our reliance on fossil fuels.
GOP senators press intelligence officials to assess China AI capabilities
Sens. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) are pressing top intelligence officials to focus their efforts on assessing China’s AI capabilities in the face of new advancements in the technology.
FDA advisers to weigh updated COVID vaccine targeting XFG subvariant
The Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) advisory committee on vaccines this week will consider whether to change the COVID-19 vaccine to target the XFG subvariant for the upcoming 2026-2027 respiratory viral season.
Feds’ Failed Case Against “Broadview Six” Somehow Gets Even Messier
The “Broadview Six,” the anti-ICE protesters whom the federal government tried to slap with felony conspiracy charges carrying a maximum sentence of six years in prison, had their case thrown out last week after District Judge April Perry determined top federal prosecutor Andrew Boutros botched the case.
‘Now I’ll have to baptize myself Catholic’: Social media reacts to Pope Leo’s surprisingly poignant warning about AI
Given its profound implications on the workforce, the environment, and humankind as a whole, it’s no surprise that almost everyone has an opinion on artificial intelligence these days, including the pope.
RFK Jr. Pisses Off Anti-Vax Allies in Effort to Contain Hantavirus
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing fire from his own people. The U.S. health secretary has angered anti-vax activists by extending liability protections to drugmakers working on a hantavirus vaccine. Kennedy signed a Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness, or PREP, Act declaration late last week, giving pharmaceutical companies additional legal coverage as they work on experimental treatments—such as favipiravir—during the public health crisis.
The Kids Are Not All Right at Cannes
Matters of adolescent identity and child welfare loom compellingly large in new festival-premièred films from Marine Atlan, Jordan Firstman, and Cristian Mungiu.
As Trump touts permanent daylight saving time, 19 states are ready to lock the clocks
It's only May, but some lawmakers are already thinking about having to change the clocks.
Yuval Noah Harari on Donald Trump’s Core Delusion
The best-selling author of “Sapiens” and “Nexus” discusses the core delusions deranging our politics.
Vance: Pope's AI warnings 'profound'
Vice President Vance on Tuesday said that Pope Leo XIV’s warnings on the risks of AI were “profound.” The Vatican published the pontiff’s first encyclical, titled “Magnifica Humanitas,” on Monday.
Judge rejects challenge to block new GOP-favored House map in Tennessee
A federal judge rejected a challenge to temporarily block a new set of GOP-favored congressional lines in Tennessee on Tuesday, delivering a blow to Democrats who are all but expected to appeal the ruling as they look to undo new GOP redistricting. U.S. Chief District Judge William Campbell Jr. denied a request from several Black Memphis voters and organizations,
8 Healthy Dopamine-Boosting Foods, According to Experts
Food plays an important part in maintaining healthy dopamine levels. Here’s what to eat—and avoid—to support your brain’s dopamine production.
Trump: Chicago mayor, Illinois governor should ask for help after 'teen takeover'
President Trump said on Tuesday that Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson (D) should “call for help” after an 18-year-old allegedly struck five police officers with a car over Memorial Day weekend. “Teen takeover in Chicago. Five officers badly hurt. Mayor and Governor are terrible. Should call for help!”
Trump Cooks Up New Loyalty Test for Federal Workers
The Trump administration is planning to require all federal employees to sign a nondisclosure agreement.
Three Judges Just Dared SCOTUS to Say What It Really Thinks About Black Voting Rights
A federal court in Alabama on Tuesday ruled, yet again, that the state had illegally discriminated against Black voters.
Why This Seemingly Humble Rolex Sold for Half a Million
Master watchmaker George Daniels modified this Datejust.
Trump’s Attorney General Haunted by Lawsuit Accusing Him of Forgery
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has been embroiled in a yearlong lawsuit with two former clients who have accused him of malpractice and forgery.
Democrats urge Trump to commute sentences of people serving for nonviolent marijuana offenses
A group of nine Democrats urged President Trump to commute the sentences of people serving time for nonviolent marijuana offenses, following his decision to reclassify the drug last month. “The Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is plagued by capacity issues, both overcrowded and understaffed. While it won't solve the structural issues that have led us here,
Grammy-Winning Singer Rescues Wife From Wardrobe Malfunction
A major benefit of attending red-carpet events with your spouse: they’re right there to stop wardrobe mishaps before anything embarrassing happens.
DC hosting FIFA World Cup 'fan zone' tied to 250th birthday of US
The National Mall in Washington, D.C., will serve as a “fan zone” this summer during the FIFA World Cup tournament, organizers announced on Tuesday.
‘Anti-tech extremism’: The government is monitoring AI criticism nationwide, says report
Being critical of AI is far from a fringe position in the United States. Recent polling shows that half of U.S. adults feel more concerned than excited about the increased use of AI in daily life, and among Gen Z specifically, excitement and hope around AI are falling while anger over the tech increases, with 42% of Gen Zers saying AI makes them anxious.
Why people are losing it over Ferrari’s first all-electric car
Ferrari’s first-ever all-electric vehicle, the Ferrari Luce, was designed to look “entirely new,” the company says, and so far the reaction to the new EV has been polarized.
The Revolutionary Force of Sonny Rollins
In a career that spanned more than sixty years, the legendary jazz saxophonist’s name became synonymous with the art itself—and he never stopped pushing the genre forward.
$3,600 for Nosebleeds? Knicks Finals Tickets Are Already Crazy Expensive
Tickets to see the New York Knicks chase their championship dreams at Madison Square Garden are expected to be the most expensive on record.
Texas Primary Runoffs: Live Results
A race to decide which Republican, John Cornyn or Ken Paxton, will face off against the Democrat James Talarico, in November, and both parties are picking candidates for House elections.
The Epic Disaster of Operation Epic Fury
Trump says that a deal to end the war with Iran is imminent. On key issues, it’s back to square one—or worse.
Oscar Winner Defends Heated Meltdown Over Autograph-Seeking Fans
Russell Crowe, 62, has responded to backlash over his heated exchange with fans clamoring for his autograph. “One man, no security. Handled. What’s your problem?” he posted on X on Tuesday, a day after TMZ shared a video of his outburst. “Clickbait. Everybody got their autograph and selfie, the passage to the hotel was kept free for guests, and I still got to the airport on time,” he added. In the viral clip, the Oscar winner is seen warning fans to stay back and let him come to them. “Are you listening?
The Trump administration’s big move to limit legal immigration
A new policy restricting green-card applications could wreak havoc
GOP’s Callais-Fueled Gerrymander Blitz Hits Two Speed Bumps
Plans to wipe out majority-Black congressional districts failed in South Carolina and were put on hold by a court in Alabama.
At the A.I. Epicenter, Technologists Dismiss Pope Leo’s Warnings About the New Technology
Pope Leo XIV’s spiritual message on artificial intelligence arrived as Silicon Valley’s A.I. enthusiasts pursue their own spirituality through technology.
The Hill's Decision Desk 2026 — Data Nerds track Texas runoff elections
The Hill presents one and a half hours of live, real-time primary night coverage, diving deep into the 2026 Texas runoff elections Tuesday from 8-9:30 p.m. EDT. The Hill's coverage will be anchored by "Sunrise on The Hill’s" Cory Smith, joined by The Hill Sunday host and political editor Chris Stirewalt, with further contributions from "Rising"
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang calls AI a “lazy” excuse for layoffs
Jensen Huang has some pointed words for leaders who blame company layoffs on AI. “I think the narrative that connects AI to job loss, for many of the CEOs that are doing it, is just too lazy,” the Nvidia cofounder and CEO said in an interview with Channel NewsAsia. “AI has just arrived. How is it possible they’re already losing jobs? How is it possible that AI became productive and useful only six months ago, and they were somehow laying people off two years ago because of AI?” “It doesn’t make any sense,” Huang added.
Lavrov tells Rubio US nationals should evacuate Kyiv
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Monday warned Secretary of State Marco Rubio to urge U.S.
ICE ordered to ramp up cases against attorneys accused of filing false asylum claims
The Department of Homeland Security is directing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to craft new policies to crack down on immigration attorneys if they aid in filing fraudulent asylum claims.
Supreme Court Rejects Lawsuit Over Commercial Driver’s Licenses for Migrants
Florida officials had asked the justices to hear a lawsuit accusing California and Washington of improperly granting licenses to an immigrant accused in a fatal crash.
Bring a Real Personal Trainer Anywhere With This Fitness App
Caliber is built for adults who want measurable, sustained results without committing to in-person sessions or templated plans.
Spotify CEO says putting AI-generated music on the app is good—and not just for SPOT stock. Here’s why
We’ve written a lot about how AI is coming for your job. Now AI is coming for your music, flooding streaming platforms with “AI music slop.” But instead of curbing it, Spotify’s CEO Alex Norström is doubling down and embracing AI-generated music—claiming it offers artists protection from piracy, and music-lovers more freedom to listen to and create more of the kind of music they want.
Canada Strikes Landmark Deal to Export Liquefied Natural Gas to Germany
The agreement is important for both nations, as Canada seeks new markets away from the United States and Germany tries to diversify its energy supply.
Pratt accuses Bass of 'illegally gaming the election'
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt on Tuesday accused incumbent Mayor Karen Bass (D) of violating city election laws by appearing near voting centers on her campaign social media accounts.
MAGA Comedian Whines About Chelsea Handler’s Mean Roast Jokes
MAGA comedian Tony Hinchcliffe is pushing back on reports that Chelsea Handler “lit him up” at Netflix’s The Roast of Kevin Hart.
Marlon Wayans Says Other People Taking Over the ‘Scary Movie’ Franchise Was Like “Watching Your Child Become a Crackhead”
GQ's Zach Baron talks to the comedy superstar about God, family, getting an audience to laugh at “dark stuff,” and why he's not calling his new horror parody Scary Movie Six.
Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts certify the nation’s first ride-hailing union
Drivers for ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft in Massachusetts became the first in the nation Tuesday to certify a union, marking a milestone in the growing effort to organize gig-economy workers amid ongoing concerns over pay, expenses, and working conditions.
Trump still thinks he’s winning in Iran
There’s an old line, sometimes attributed to President Dwight D. Eisenhower, that the best way to solve a difficult problem is to make it bigger. That might be the most generous interpretation of how the Trump administration is approaching its ongoing peace talks with Iran.
Philips OneBlade First Shave Review: Brilliantly Gentle on Sensitive Skin
The easiest, most approachable OneBlade experience yet, the First Shave isn't just for adolescents.
Auchincloss doubles down on Platner criticism: 'I'd vote for someone else'
Massachusetts Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D) on Tuesday doubled down on his opposition to the Democratic front-runner in the Maine Senate race, a day after he said candidate Graham Platner’s tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol was “disqualifying.”
Putin adviser threatens European diplomats in Kyiv: 'Trim the headcount'
Dmitry Medvedev, the deputy chair of the Security Council of Russia and the country’s former president, threatened European Union diplomats in Ukraine’s capital of Kyiv. “The EU has said it will maintain its diplomatic presence in Kiev unchanged, despite Russia's warnings.
Todd Blanche’s Effort to Grant Trump and His Family “Forever Immunity” Hides a Greater Danger
Blanche would have us believe nothing can later be done by the law.
White House Has Full-Blown Meltdown Over Coverage of Trump’s Health
White House staffers are losing their minds over media coverage pointing out that the president often falls asleep on camera.
Is a Wacky Hat the Ultimate PR Move?
There’s something about a famous man in a ridiculous hat.
Paxton's estranged wife doesn't endorse in Texas Senate race
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R)’s estranged wife state Sen. Angela Paxton (R) on Tuesday shared her endorsements for various candidates in state races but remained neutral in the Republican Senate primary.
Don Jr. & Bettina Anderson’s Wedding: The Biggest Snubs & Surprises
Savage Melania gossip? Ivanka beach photos? Les Misérables? Here’s what you (and President Trump) missed from Don Jr. and Bettina’s Bahamas wedding.
What’s Really Going On With Trump’s Latest Doctor’s Visit
Donald Trump headed back to Walter Reed Medical Center today for “routine annual dental and medical assessments,” which he said went “PERFECTLY,” because of course he did. And this would all sound ‘perfectly’ normal… if this weren’t his third hospital visit in just over a year. Trump turns 80 next month. He has visible bruising on his hands. He has repeatedly appeared to nod off at public events.
How can your company show up during Pride Month?
Each year, June marks Pride Month for the LGBTQ+ community and our allies. This is a time for both celebration and acknowledgment of the progress we have yet to make. In recent years, there has been significant attention on the role that businesses play during Pride Month. As the CEO of one of the largest LGBTQ+ organizations in the U.S., I’ve worked with numerous companies—across all industries, sizes, and locations—looking to support our community in meaningful ways.
Trump Plots to Put Tacky Stamp on Iconic New York Institution
The winning design to rebuild New York’s Penn Station has Trump’s name and interior design taste all over it.
12 Republicans Break Ranks to Deal Major Loss to Trump
South Carolina has decided not to get involved in President Donald Trump’s redistricting war. The state Senate voted 24–20 Tuesday to leave their House districts alone for the upcoming midterm elections. Twelve Republicans broke ranks and joined every Democrat state senator in the surprise decision. A few legislators, such as Republican state Senator Richard Cash, changed their votes due to timing. Early voting in South Carolina primaries began on Tuesday.
Trump raises refugee cap to admit more white South Africans
President Trump on Tuesday formally raised the refugee cap to allow the admittance of another 10,000 individuals — slots he said must be given to white Afrikaners in South Africa.
South Carolina Senate blocks redistricting plan in blow to Trump
South Carolina state senators voted Tuesday against a plan to advance a new congressional map, putting a pin in the state's GOP-led redistricting push amid the national back-and-forth ahead of the midterms.
What your brand can learn from a dog show
We are living through a golden age of faking it: the AI stunt that earns a news cycle and dissolves the moment you press on it, the activation that is shared for five minutes and forgotten, and the commercial that’s more about the celebrity starring in it than the brand. Merriam-Webster named slop the word of 2025. It’s the equivalent of an artificial sweetener; surface-level buzz at best, no substance beneath.
South Carolina Senate Does Not Act on New Midterm Map, Defying Trump
With early voting already underway, it became clear there was no longer enough support to use new lines before the November midterm elections.
RFK Jr. Freaks Out Wife With Terrible Guest Etiquette
The health secretary loves to antagonize animals.
Hassett: Energy prices will drop 'like nothing you've ever seen before' when strait is reopened
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett said energy prices are going to fall “like nothing you’ve ever seen before” once Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz.
JPMorgan Chase Banker’s Sex Slave Lawsuit Suffers Major Blow
The high-powered lawyer representing ex-JPMorgan Chase banker Chirayu Rana in his sex-slave case against executive Lorna Hajdini has stepped down. Daniel Kaiser filed a consent to be “discharged” on Tuesday, and according to court documents, Rana will now represent himself for the time being. Kaiser, known for representing various Epstein accusers, vehemently defended his client’s claims before suddenly vacating his role.
Clyburn’s seat survives for now as South Carolina Republicans buck Trump on redistricting
President Donald Trump had ramped up pressure on the Palmetto State, but he fell short in his goal of ousting the state’s lone Democrat.
‘Sound of Music’ Star, 90, Makes Rare Public Appearance
The screen icon who starred in Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music used her famous voice to rally support against Parkinson’s disease.
Multiple people injured in chemical-related implosion in Washington state
Multiple people were injured in a “major” chemical incident in Washington state, according to a local fire department. Posts Tuesday morning from Washington’s Longview Fire Department indicated that it was responding following an “an implosion involving a vat of chemical treatment product” at a Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility.
Delta Flight Lands After Shock Medical Emergency
A short flight from Madison, Wisconsin, to Detroit, Michigan, took a frightening turn when a co-pilot “briefly lost consciousness,” according to reports by Delta Airlines. On Saturday, just minutes from its destination, the captain radioed air traffic control, saying, “Declaring a medical emergency, my first officer’s incapacitated.” After being cleared to land, the Delta Connection flight, operated by Endeavor Air, was met by paramedics at the gate.
Watch live: Vance holds roundtable on fraud-fighting efforts with state attorneys general
Vice President Vance will speak with a group of state attorneys general Tuesday afternoon as part of a roundtable focused on the Trump administration's anti-fraud efforts.
Kennedy faces anti-vax anger over hantavirus treatment legal protections
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pushed back on criticism from some Make America Healthy Again activists after he extended liability protections for drugmakers working to develop treatments for the Andes hantavirus strain. HHS late last week extended legal protections through July 18 to manufacturers and distributors of the experimental antiviral drug favipiravir as a potential treatment. Kennedy signed a PREP Act declaration,
Trump administration proposes governmentwide NDAs
It is the Trump administration's latest attempt to crack down on leaks to media organizations.
Dana White: White House UFC event 'not at all' political
UFC President Dana White says he does not consider taking his sport to the South Lawn of the White House a political decision, but a patriotic one instead. "You can make anything political if you want to,” White said as part of a wide-ranging interview with TIME published this week.
Ex-FBI Director James Comey federal trial moved to October
The criminal trial of former FBI director James Comey over allegedly threatening to kill President Trump in a social media post that consisted of a photo of seashells spelling out "86 47" is set to begin in October. U.S.
U.S. Teenager Bitten by Shark While Dragging It Onto Boat
A teenage boy was bitten by a shark as he tried to haul the animal onto his boat. On Monday, the 17-year-old was out on the water with his father and one other person near Galveston off the Texas coast when the incident occurred at around 3:15 p.m., People reported. The boy’s father wrapped a tourniquet around the wound to stem the heavy bleeding, and Coast Guard crews added a second one after racing to the scene, according to the magazine.
UFC ring construction work starts at White House to celebrate Trump's birthday
Construction began this week on a temporary octagon on the White House grounds in preparation to host several UFC fights on Flag Day, which is also President Trump’s 80th birthday.
Thomas Massie accuses Todd Blanche of violating law over Epstein files
Despite years of revelations involving some of the world’s most powerful men, nothing has come from the latest wave of Epstein-related disclosures.
23 Best Hair Care Brands on Amazon, According to an Expert
Tackling frizz, dryness, thinning, and everything happening north of your forehead.
Trump, 79, Posts Dubious Health Brag After Hours at Walter Reed
President Donald Trump has declared that his latest hospital check-up went perfectly, despite a litany of concerns about his health.
Spencer Pratt shocks reporter, explains how to fix homeless crisis
The Los Angeles mayoral race is heating up,
Trump’s Attacks on the Lawyer Who Argued Birthright Citizenship Give the Game Away
Last month, Cecillia Wang, the head of the ACLU, asked the Supreme Court to preserve the legal principle.
Travis Kelce Wore Legendary LeBron Nikes to Sit Courtside in Cleveland
The Chiefs star paid tribute to King James at Knicks-Cavs Game 3.
The Pope’s AI Warning Comes at Just the Right Time
One strange feature of the last few years of AI discourse has been spiritual vocabulary creeping into the speech of secular leaders.
Trump Launches Plan to Gag All Federal Workers With NDAs
President Trump wants federal workers to sign nondisclosure agreements, a move that would place even more constraints on a disgruntled workforce that has been targeted by this administration.
Oscar Winner Reveals Secret Decade-Long Health Struggle
Anne Hathaway revealed a medical condition that significantly impacted her eyesight throughout her thirties.
DOJ Files Strange New Typo-Ridden Defense of Trump’s Ballroom
Either Donald Trump himself wrote the Justice Department’s latest court filing, or whoever did is a big fan of his writing style.
Insiders Admit Trump Is Destroying the Heart of America’s Legal System
The Department of Justice is increasingly being accused of misconduct in grand jury proceedings thanks to President Donald Trump’s retribution campaigns and his inexperienced U.S. attorney appointees.
Zohran Mamdani promises watch parties for New York Knicks NBA finals
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) on Tuesday said the city will hold watch parties for the New York Knicks’ first trip to the NBA Finals this century. “We’re going to have watch parties across this city.
Pratt knocks LA mayor's approach to homeless people, says Seattle would 'welcome them'
Los Angeles mayoral challenger Spencer Pratt on Friday blasted incumbent Mayor Karen Bass's approach to addressing homeless people in the city while also suggesting that Seattle would "welcome them."
Trump’s Plan to Slap His Name on New York’s Penn Station Exposed
President Trump may soon have his name on the busiest train station in the country. Newly released design renderings of a renovation project for New York’s Penn Station, first reported by Gothamist, show a large presidential seal with Trump’s name, along with gold railings, columns, and escalators in Trump’s signature style. The federal government took over the renovation project from the regional Metropolitan Transportation Authority last year, with Amtrak overseeing it.
Supreme Court Reverses Ruling in Immigration Judges’ Free Speech Lawsuit
A group of immigration judges in 2020 challenged work-related restrictions on their public speaking engagements, saying they violated their free speech rights.
A Spring Heat Wave is Breaking Records in the U.K., Spain and France
Authorities in Britain and France warned that “unprecedented” temperatures — at a time when few expected them — could persist. Climate change has made heat waves more frequent and more intense.
I, Sisyphus, Am Ninety-Five Percent of the Way There
“Insider reporting from an unnamed White House official says the Iran deal is ‘95% done.’ The remaining 5% of negotiations are focused on Iran opening the Strait of Hormuz and turning over all nuclear material.” – Conservative pollster Frank Luntz, writing on X.
Congressional Black Caucus calls on major corporations to oppose GOP redistricting push
The Congressional Black Caucus is urging some of the nation’s largest corporations to publicly oppose redistricting efforts by red states in the South that would axe majority-Black congressional districts ahead of the midterms.
The Perfect Amount of Sleep Revealed—It’s Bad News for Trump
President Donald Trump’s social media obsession could be making him unhealthy. The president, 79, has forged a reputation for going on lengthy, bizarre, and often offensive late-night Truth Social posting rampages that suggest he simply cannot be getting enough sleep. It is unknown if doctors at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center will address this with him on Tuesday as he visits for the third time in just over a year amid a litany of visible health issues, including bruising on the back of his hands and swollen ankles.
Cornyn argues he's a Trump 'ally' as Texas voters cast ballots
Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) defended his MAGA bona fides in a final-hour pitch to Texas primary voters on Tuesday, portraying himself as an “ally” of President Trump who has consistently supported the administration’s agenda. "I’m proud of the fact that we confirmed hundreds of [federal] justices, including three new Supreme Court justices.
These states are seeing their worst tick activity in nearly 10 years: Data
Tick activity in the U.S. has reached levels we haven't seen in nearly 10 years, and data suggest some states are worse off than others.
Trump Judges Go Scorched Earth on ‘Racist’ MAGA Power Grab
A panel of federal judges blocked Alabama’s newly drawn congressional maps ahead of the midterms in a blistering ruling after determining that the plan was discriminatory against black voters.
GOP faces big redistricting setback in Alabama
It’s Tuesday. Pull out those white pants and white shoes because we have made it to the unofficial start of summer! Though, tbh, that’s a dumb ~rule~. In today’s issue: ⚖️ News today A big setback for Republicans in Alabama: A court blocked Alabama Republicans’ congressional map that would have given the GOP an opportunity to win more seats in the midterms.
Chelsea Handler Reveals ‘Cheap’ Chef Who Took Her on Bad Date
Chelsea Handler did not hesitate to name the celebrity date who made her pay for her own meal. The comedian appeared on the Let’s Be Honest podcast with Kristin Cavallari on Tuesday, where she blasted Emmy-winning TV chef Bobby Flay when asked to share a “bad celebrity date story.” Handler, 51, told Cavallari, “I was at a hotel with some girlfriends,” when she and Flay, 61, were getting to know each other. “Someone hooked us up,” she said. “And he’s like, ‘Oh my God,’ he wanted to order me room service, food for us.
Republican Rep Urges MAGA to Stand Up to Trump Over Ballroom
A GOP congressman has hit back at Donald Trump’s ballroom and $1.8 billion slush fund as he urged MAGA colleagues to stand up to the president in the interest of Americans.
‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Season Two is About to Get Political
Bucking streaming trends, the massively popular Game of Thrones spin-off is already shooting its second season. Here's everything else we know about Season Two.
’90s Heartthrob Reveals Bleak Reality of Residual Checks
‘90s star Andrew Keegan revealed how much money he still earns from his days as a teenage heartthrob. “I think it’s really funny because I’ll get different shows obviously, but I’ll get one cent checks and it costs like 40 cents to send,” Keegan said during an episode of The McBride Rewind. “One cent is not worth my time.” The 47-year-old says his most lucrative role was as Joey Donner in the 1999 rom-com 10 Things I Hate About You, which starred Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles.
Van Hollen says Democrats' Israel-Palestine strategy 'has failed'
Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) slammed the Democratic Party's strategy surrounding the conflict between Israel and Palestine, claiming they “need to face a hard truth.” “While Republicans’ approach to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has failed, so has ours," Van Hollen wrote Tuesday in an opinion piece published by The New York Times.
MAGA UFC Head Admits White House Fight Could Hurt Trump
UFC CEO Dana White conceded that his company’s upcoming Fight Night on the White House lawn could damage his longtime buddy, President Trump.
Woman Killed in Freak Accident at Restaurant
A patio umbrella killed a woman during the Memorial Day weekend. Officials said Dana Weinger, 56, was struck by the piece of furniture during strong winds while she sat at the restaurant Driftwood Grill, on the edge of Lake Marion in Summerton, South Carolina, on Saturday evening. The Clarendon County Coroner’s Office said in a statement that the woman, from Huger, South Carolina, was hit in the head “when a sudden strong wind blew an umbrella from a table.”
Trump Summons Entire Cabinet as Iran Deal Crumbles in Front of Him
Donald Trump is preparing to meet several key administration officials at Camp David on Wednesday as Iranian peace talks fall apart.
Starbucks Apologizes for Ad That Evoked Massacre
The chairman of Starbucks Korea’s parent company has apologized and begged for forgiveness for an advertisement that seemed to mock a deadly 1980 military crackdown against pro-democracy protesters. The coffee chain declared May 18 to be “Tank Day” to promote a large cup size it calls a “tank,” and adopted the slogan “Thwack it on the table!” But May 18 was also the anniversary of a democratic uprising in the southern city of Gwangju that was brutally suppressed with tanks and helicopters, leaving hundreds of people dead.
Trump administration proposes asking federal workers to sign non-disclosure agreements
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is proposing a requirement that federal workers sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). The proposal, which OPM filed with the Federal Register on Tuesday and is scheduled to publish on Wednesday, requests comment on a draft NDA “for use by Federal agencies for both new and existing employees.”
Trump’s ‘Bad Strategy’ Will Come Back to Bite Him, Insiders Warn
Republican senators are fuming over Donald Trump’s behavior, with insiders warning that the president’s actions are eventually going to come back to bite the 79-year-old.
Joe Rogan Shocked by Trump’s ‘Unprecedented’ Move: ‘This Is Crazy’
Trump’s hidden kicker in his big IRS deal shocked the UFC aficionado.
CBS Hurls One Final Insult at Stephen Colbert
The network couldn’t resist a final fight.