US Senate and House Republican leaders plan to advance a bill imposing stricter sanctions on Russia and those buying its fossil fuels. The bipartisan legislation, introduced by Senators Graham and Blumenthal, proposes a 500% tariff on imports from countries continuing to purchase Russian oil and raw materials. While President...
Moo Deng, a pygmy hippo and internet sensation, celebrated her first birthday at Thailand's Khao Kheow Open Zoo. The event drew international fans, including one who flew from New York. Moo Deng, whose name means "Bouncing Pig," remains unfazed by her fame, enjoying watermelon and naps. Her...
Former Justice Department attorney Erez Reuveni released text messages to the Senate Judiciary Committee supporting his whistleblower complaint against Emil Bove, a nominee for a federal judgeship. Reuveni alleges Bove instructed lawyers to defy court orders regarding immigrant deportations to El Salvador. The texts reveal discussions among DOJ...
A rare 1985 Hermès Birkin bag, the first ever made for Jane Birkin, sold for €8.6 million ($10.1 million) at a Sotheby's auction in Paris. The winning bid, placed by an anonymous Japanese collector, surpasses all previous handbag auction records. The prototype bag, noticeably worn from Birkin's personal...
Texas Governor Greg Abbott's plan to redraw the state's congressional districts has sparked accusations of partisan gerrymandering. The move, included in his legislative priorities, aims to increase Republican seats ahead of the 2026 midterms. Democrats denounce it as an attack on democracy, citing the ongoing recovery efforts from...
Larry David is returning to HBO with a new six-episode sketch comedy limited series about American history. The series, co-written and starring David, will also feature Jeff Schaffer as showrunner and director. Barack and Michelle Obama's Higher Ground Productions are executive producing. The series blends "Curb Your...
Trump's budget chief, Russell Vought, accused Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell of mismanaging the Fed and misleading Congress about a costly headquarters renovation. Vought criticized the $2.5 billion renovation, exceeding the initial budget by $700 million, and questioned its compliance with the National Capital Planning Act. He highlighted discrepancies...
The EPA launched new online resources providing comprehensive information on geoengineering and contrails. These resources address public concerns and dispel myths surrounding contrails, clarifying their scientific basis and refuting claims of harmful chemical releases. Regarding geoengineering, the EPA details the science, potential environmental impacts (ozone depletion, crop damage,...
The Oklahoma City Thunder are reportedly close to finalizing a contract extension with star wing Jalen Williams. Following extensions for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren, negotiations with Williams are progressing positively, with both sides aligned. Williams, eligible for a rookie scale extension, could earn a maximum salary of...
Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, recently released after 104 days in immigration jail, is suing the Trump administration for $20 million. He alleges false imprisonment, malicious prosecution, and being smeared as an antisemite. The lawsuit, filed under the Federal Tort Claims Act, names the Department of Homeland Security, ICE,...
