A federal appeals court overturned the FTC's "click-to-cancel" rule for subscriptions. The rule, slated to begin next week, aimed to simplify cancellations for services like gym memberships and Amazon Prime. Industry groups challenged the rule, arguing it overstepped the FTC's authority. The court sided with the industry groups, citing...
The Washington Commanders will unveil their "Super Bowl Era" alternate uniforms in 2025, a throwback to their traditional design worn during their Super Bowl appearances in 1982, 1987, and 1991. The uniform features a white jersey with burgundy pants and gold stripes, along with a classic "W" helmet. ...
French authorities raided the headquarters of the far-right National Rally (RN) party on Wednesday, investigating alleged campaign finance violations between 2020 and 2024. The probe examines potential money laundering and forged documents used in presidential, legislative, and European elections. RN president Jordan Bardella denounced the action as harassment,...
Maine State Police are investigating the homicide of 48-year-old Sunshine Stewart, whose body was found at Crawford Pond in Union after she went paddleboarding. An autopsy confirmed the death was a homicide, though the cause remains unreleased. Police are pursuing all leads, including reviewing security camera footage and...
The European Southern Observatory (ESO) has captured the clearest images yet of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS using its Very Large Telescope (VLT). Discovered on July 1, 2025, 3I/ATLAS is only the third interstellar object detected in our solar system. The VLT's timelapse shows the comet's movement over 13 minutes....
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event will unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, possibly including a cheaper Flip 7 FE. New wearables, likely the Galaxy Watch 8 series, are also anticipated. Samsung aims to address foldable phone pricing concerns and highlight improved durability and features, potentially...
Chet Holmgren, the Oklahoma City Thunder's star center, has signed a fully guaranteed five-year, maximum rookie contract extension worth up to $250 million. This follows the Thunder's 2025 NBA championship win, where Holmgren's impressive postseason performance, including a Finals Game 7 record-tying 5 blocks, played a key role....
Drones initially revolutionized warfare in Ukraine, showcasing their effectiveness against Russian forces and boosting morale. However, this dominance proved short-lived. Russian forces quickly adapted, improving detection, camouflage, and vehicle armor to counter drone attacks. This mirrors historical trends where initially revolutionary weapons, like long-range bombers, eventually faced effective countermeasures,...
A nationwide strike in India, dubbed "Bharat Bandh," saw hundreds of thousands of workers protesting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's economic reforms and privatization efforts. The one-day action, organized by a coalition of trade unions and other groups, disrupted public services, manufacturing, and transportation in various states. Protesters voiced...
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the first-ever Mass for the Care of Creation at the Laudato Si’ Village in Castel Gandolfo. The Mass, concelebrated by Cardinal Czerny, highlighted the urgent need for environmental stewardship and reconciliation. The Pope emphasized the interconnectedness of humanity, nature, and God, urging Christians to...
