The Senate is preparing for a crucial vote next week on President Trump's domestic policy bill. Republicans face a tight deadline to finalize the bill's text, secure votes, and resolve key disagreements, including state and local tax deductions, Medicaid protections, and green energy tax credits. A "Byrd Bath"...
At least eight people died and two survived after a hot air balloon accident in Praia Grande, Santa Catarina, Brazil. Governor Jorginho Mello confirmed the casualties via X, stating rescue teams are searching for others among the estimated 22 passengers. Video footage shows the balloon catching fire mid-air...
Bayern Munich edged out Boca Juniors 2-1 in a Club World Cup match. Despite dominating much of the game, Bayern conceded a goal due to defensive errors, including poor positioning and tracking back. Center-back Jonathan Tah took responsibility for the defensive lapse. Michael Olise's goal secured the victory...
Nutritionists debunk the need for excessive protein intake in developed countries. While protein is crucial for bodily functions, most adults already consume sufficient amounts through a balanced diet. Experts emphasize obtaining protein from diverse sources like dairy, fish, beans, and nuts, rather than relying on processed, protein-enriched...
A Verge editor initially purchased a Nintendo Switch 2 for work but found its family-friendly features surprisingly valuable. Game sharing allows him to easily lend digital games to his daughter's Switch Lite, and the new GameShare feature enables simultaneous two-player gameplay on one game with individual screens. While...
Israel claims responsibility for the killing of senior Iranian commander Saeed Izadi in a strike on Qom, Iran. Izadi, the military coordinator between Iran's Revolutionary Guards and Hamas, was allegedly instrumental in planning the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel. Israel also claims to have killed another Quds...
Vice President JD Vance mistakenly referred to Senator Alex Padilla as "José Padilla" during a visit to Los Angeles. Vance criticized California's Democratic leaders and defended the Trump administration's use of the state's National Guard. Padilla called Vance's comments "petty and unserious." Vance's spokesperson attributed the name mix-up...
Nintendo's Switch 2 has achieved phenomenal success in Japan, becoming the fastest-selling console in the country's history within its first two weeks. With over 1.1 million units sold, it has already surpassed the combined lifetime sales of all Xbox consoles in Japan and is rapidly closing in on the...
Blanding's turtles can stay submerged for months due to brumation, a reptile hibernation. However, they supplement this by absorbing oxygen through their cloacae. Cuvier's beaked whales hold the mammalian breath-holding record at 222 minutes, utilizing adaptations like slowed heart rate and anaerobic metabolism. The overall champion, however,...
Joseph Boelter, accused of killing a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband, was a "prepper" with a "bailout plan" for his wife, according to an FBI affidavit. The affidavit details Boelter withdrawing cash and his wife's possession of handguns and $10,000 after the killings. Boelter's notebooks contained names of...
