Texas Republicans are seeking federal assistance to locate and return Texas House Democrats who left the state to block GOP-led redistricting efforts. Senator John Cornyn requested FBI Director Kash Patel's help, which was granted. The Democrats' absence prevents legislative action, including flood response measures. Governor Greg Abbott ordered...
Mossmouth's retro game compilation, UFO 50, is now available on Nintendo Switch for $24.99. Announced during today's Indie World showcase, this collection features 50 games spanning various genres from a fictional 80s company, UFO Soft. Developed by the creators of Spelunky and Downwell, UFO 50 offers a diverse...
Strained relations between France and Algeria worsened after France recognized Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara. Algeria, supporting the Polisario Front, reacted angrily. Further fueling tensions, Algeria alleges France is unjustly imprisoning two of its citizens: author Boualem Sansal, sentenced for supporting Morocco's claim, and reporter Christophe Gleizes, convicted...
Higher tariffs imposed by President Trump on goods from several countries took effect today, impacting businesses like McDonald's. Meanwhile, a shooting at Fort Stewart, Georgia, injured five soldiers, with the alleged shooter, Sgt. Quornelius Radford, in custody. Separately, President Trump indicated a potential upcoming meeting with Putin...
Ghislaine Maxwell's transfer to a minimum-security prison has sparked speculation about a potential cooperation agreement with authorities. The timing of her move, following a meeting with Trump's former attorney, Todd Blanche, coincides with renewed scrutiny of Trump's ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Legal experts suggest Maxwell's transfer might be...
Ten Republican-led states have implemented food regulations, a shift from previous conservative stances against government intervention in food choices. This follows Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" initiative, which has gained support from President Trump. Laws mirroring those previously passed in...
Sex toys have been thrown onto WNBA courts during three separate games, prompting outrage from players and fans. While initially dismissed as pranks, the incidents are viewed as disrespectful and potentially dangerous. The repeated nature of the events, occurring solely at WNBA games amidst the league's growing popularity,...
Warner Bros. Discovery announced that filming for Matt Reeves' "The Batman Part II," starring Robert Pattinson, will begin next spring, targeting an October 1, 2027 release. The delay, explained by DC Studios co-head James Gunn as common for sequels, allows for thorough script completion and production. This announcement...
Former President Trump has instructed his administration to create a "new" census that excludes undocumented immigrants. This unprecedented move contradicts the 14th Amendment, which mandates including all persons in apportionment counts. Trump's directive is unclear regarding its timing, potentially affecting the 2030 census or an earlier count. The...
Israel's security cabinet will meet to decide on a full military takeover of Gaza, currently 75% occupied by Israeli forces. Prime Minister Netanyahu reportedly favors this, believing it necessary to destroy Hamas and free hostages, despite warnings from military chiefs about potential catastrophic consequences for hostages and civilians. ...
