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Sep 25, 2026
Paramount Warner Bros. Discovery takeover and state settlements
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Paramount Skydance prepares $49B debt package to fund Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition.
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Paramount Skydance plans to move Class B shares from Nasdaq to NYSE ahead of Warner Bros. transaction.
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Sep 25, 2026
US-Canada trade dispute escalates with tariffs and import bans
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Von der Leyen proposes Canada as EU's first associate member in SOTEU speech to Carney.
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Greer told CNBC Sept. 25 the U.S. has no urgency for a Canada deal, still getting oil, gas and potash, as 50% duties and new import bans proceed.
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Sep 23, 2026
Taylor Swift releases new single and Showgirl encore
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Taylor Swift announces brand-new single Patient Zero for September 25 release. (72b66ff9-2cb9-4eb3-8935-5db1ea2aa9c5)
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Taylor Swift announces four-song Showgirl encore edition including Patient Zero for September 25. (1b37d377-d0ca-46ff-b1b4-57d749fded73)
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Joe Scarborough Calls On Harris To Disavow Her Past Support Of Taxpayer-Funded Sex Changes For Prisoners
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— Oct 24, 2024
MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough on Thursday urged Vice President Kamala Harris to renounce her previous support for taxpayer-funded sex changes for prison inmates. Harris has previously indicated she supports tax-payer funded…
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SEC Media Day Representatives Named Across Programs
Sports
— Jul 14, 2026
Ole Miss, Oklahoma, and Arkansas have announced their SEC Media Days representatives for the Tampa 2026 event: Ole Miss will send quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, running back Kewan Lacy, and defensive tackle William Echoles; Oklahoma's party includes quarterback John Mateer, defensive end Taylor Wein, and left guard Eddy Pierre-Louis; Arkansas will be represented by defensive end Quincy Rhodes, center Caden Kitler, and running back Sutton Smith. The SEC Media Days will take place in Tampa July 20-23, with Tampa marking the first-time host city; the league has also released the official attendee listing and extensive on-site coverage plans.
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Trump Promises Record Tax Refunds, Tariff Dividends in 2026
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— Dec 3, 2025
President Donald Trump told a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday that American taxpayers are on track to receive record-breaking refunds when the next tax-filing season begins. “Next year’s projected to be the largest tax…
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Mike Lee Takes On Taxpayer-Funded Propaganda With Charlie Kirk Act
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— Sep 18, 2025
Republican Utah Sen. Mike Lee introduced legislation Thursday to restore protections against government-funded propaganda targeted at Americans. The legislation, dubbed the Charlie Kirk Act after the recently…
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Californians Trade In Over 1,000 E-Bikes As Injuries Abound Nationwide
Elizabeth Bandelin · 3 min · 14h
EXCLUSIVE: House GOP Floats Proposal To Ensure Non-Citizens Do Not Receive Tax-Funded Food Stamps
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— May 13, 2025
House Republicans are proposing to bar most non-citizens from receiving taxpayer-funded benefits, including food stamps, in President Donald Trump’s “one big, beautiful bill.” GOP lawmakers are pursuing an extensive…
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Solar Picnic Tables? How The Federal Government Has Treated Your Tax Dollars With Utter Disdain
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— Apr 9, 2025
The House Oversight Committee’s subpanel on government efficiency held a hearing Tuesday exposing billions of taxpayer dollars wasted annually on outdated federal buildings. Republican Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor…
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Muggers Think 71-Year-Old Man Is an Easy Target – Then They Find Out What He Keeps in His Pocket
Opinion
— Mar 13, 2023
Henry Joel had just picked up some Chinese takeout in North Philadelphia on the night of March 2 when he was accosted by two armed men. Then he did a bit of taking-out of his own. Now, the concealed carrier is speaking…
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Biden Admin Wants North Korea to Talk Nuclear Disarmament; North Korea Responds with Ballistic Missile
Opinion
— Oct 19, 2021
President Joe Biden has made it clear he’s taking a different tack than the administration of former President Donald Trump when it comes to North Korea: No big moves, but they want Pyongyang to sit down at the table…
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Trump Admin Moves To Shutter Another Taxpayer-Funded Think Tank
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— Apr 4, 2025
Nearly all employees at the Wilson Center, a taxpayer-funded foreign policy think tank in Washington, D.C., were abruptly placed on leave Thursday as part of a sweeping government downsizing campaign under the…
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On X · @Adikastakes
Football creator frames England-Spain clash as Premier League vs La Liga and Kane-Yamal Ballon d’Or showdown
Nigerian creator @Adikastakes posts provocative framing of England vs Spain as PL vs La Liga 'WAR' and Kane vs Yamal Ballon d’Or decider; reaction is predominantly dismissive of the hype and league comparisons, with only a small minority amplifying the England/PL side.
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Treasury proposes ending tax-exempt status for schools with race-based admissions
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— Sep 3, 2026
The Trump administration unveiled proposed regulations to strip tax-exempt status from private schools, colleges, and other institutions that provide race-based admissions, scholarships, or benefits, potentially affecting up to 18,000 schools. Religious schools would be exempt, and the rules would take effect for tax years starting after May 31, 2027; supporters frame it as ending racial discrimination in education while critics warn DEI programs would be crushed and access to higher education could be limited.
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Rachel Meyers
This seems aimed at affirmative action policies more than actual discrimination cases. Curious how they'll define and enforce "race-based" in practice.
Taxpayer-Funded Group Teaches Marxist, ‘Queer’ Resistance At Anti-Trump Summer Camp
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— Jul 21, 2025
A taxpayer-funded nonprofit in Chicago, Illinois, is hosting a ten-day summer camp focused on teaching tactics for protests against President Donald Trump and indulging in activities such as “queer magic” as a form of…
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Madonna vs Lady Gaga
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The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
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Democrat AG Racks Up Massive Tab On Taxpayer-Funded Credit Card
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— Jul 25, 2025
Democrat Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell charged nearly $300,000 to her taxpayer-funded credit card in the past fiscal year, the Boston Herald reported Friday. Between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025…
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Multimillionaire Democratic Governor Sticks Taxpayers With $12K Tab for Nights Out, Taylor Swift Concert
Reporting
— Nov 3, 2023
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is one of the millions of fans who have seen Taylor Swift perform live in concert, although it was taxpayers who were left to pick up his bill. Politico reported Monday it had obtained public…
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Taiwan warns off Tongji amid grey-zone harassment
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— Aug 21, 2026
Taiwan’s coast guard warned off and shadowed the Chinese research ship Tongji near the Penghu and Liuqiu islands, marking the vessel’s third appearance since May in what Taipei calls ongoing maritime provocation as part of grey-zone tactics. The Tongji reportedly did not deploy instruments, while Taiwan vowed to defend its sovereignty amid persistent Chinese military activity around the island.
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China keeps ownership as loaned pandas head to Atlanta
Xi announces two giant pandas for Zoo Atlanta within days under a 10-year lease. Beijing retains title, a fact the 1972 crowds never faced and visitors still rarely see.
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Digital Chamber Sues Illinois Over Crypto Tax
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— Jul 21, 2026
The Digital Chamber filed lawsuits to block Illinois’ Digital Asset Tax Act, the first state-level tax on digital-asset business activity set to take effect in January 2027, arguing the 0.2% levy unfairly singles out blockchain transactions and violates constitutional provisions. This legal push underscores ongoing regulatory scrutiny of crypto taxation and could influence market perceptions and future state policy across the industry.
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Could you pass as a prompt engineer?
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Fifteen real prompting scenarios — pick the move an actual pro would make. The rank at the end is built for your bio.
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Trump, Xi Extend Trade Truce Amid AI Rivalry
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Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is meeting U.S. President Trump in New York ahead of Trump-Xi talks, aiming to coordinate China policy and safeguard Taiwan and other security interests. Tokyo worries a transactional deal at the Xi summit could trade away allies' security concerns, so it seeks to ensure Taiwan remains part of a broader Indo-Pacific security framework.
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Saudi Arabia issues Mecca alert after Houthi drone intercepted
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— Sep 14, 2026
Three civilians were martyred in Saudi airstrikes on Dhubab, Maqbanah, as the Yemen conflict intensified with continued strikes targeting Taiz, Mocha and Bab al-Mandab, and Houthi forces launching missiles and drones at sites including King Khalid Air Base. Reports from multiple outlets describe civilians injured across Khamis Mushait, Abha, Taif and Taiz, underscoring a widening toll and ongoing escalation between the Saudi-led coalition and the Houthis.
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Sam Okafor
Both sides trading missiles and airstrikes around Taiz and Abha only drags this conflict deeper without end.
Tailgate menus add grape-jelly meatballs and pumpkin cold brews
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— Sep 17, 2026
A variety of tailgate-friendly bites—ranging from easy baked tacos and pizza-sliders to slow-cooker meatballs and Big Mac egg rolls—are highlighted as crowd-pleasing, shareable options for game-day spreads. The fall theme extends to beverages, with seasonal cocktails, customized coffee drinks, and low- and no-alcohol options being promoted across different venues to capitalize on autumn flavors like maple, cinnamon, apples, and pumpkin.
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Michael Dell's DFO nears take-private deal for Baldwin Insurance
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— Sep 13, 2026
Michael Dell's DFO is in advanced FT-reported talks to take Baldwin Insurance private at $32.50 a share, a roughly $7.7 billion deal.
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Elena Vasquez
Baldwin going private at 32.50 a share looks like a solid premium for shareholders if the talks close.
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Oracle’s AI Data Center Waits On New Mexico To Approve The Power It Promised To Bring
Simon August · 7 min · 16h
Michael Porter Jr. Addresses Viral Taiwan Transgender Photo
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— Sep 8, 2026
Michael Porter Jr. addressed the Taiwan viral photo on his Curious Mike podcast, saying he met a Taiwanese woman he talked to via Google Translate and that a photo from the encounter later went viral with speculation about her being transgender; he reiterates he didn’t know or care whether she was transgender at the time. He also noted he is single but hopes his next girlfriend could be a long-term partner.
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UN Reportedly Moves To Unlock Tens Of Millions In Climate Funding For Country Run By Terrorists
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— Nov 20, 2024
Agencies at the United Nations (U.N.) are attempting to unlock tens of millions in climate financing for Taliban-led Afghanistan, Reuters reported Wednesday. Taliban representatives are currently taking part in the 2024…
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EXCLUSIVE: Joni Ernst Rails Against Biden Admin For Erroneously Sending $293 Million To Taliban-Ruled Afghanistan
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— Aug 9, 2024
Republican Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst slammed the Biden administration on Friday for erroneously sending at least $293 million to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, according to a letter obtained by the Daily Caller News…
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Bill Maher, Fetterman Defend White House Ballroom Price Tag
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— May 11, 2026
Bill Maher and Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) are defending the construction of three ballroom at the White House. Maher called the price tag the equivalent of “couch money” to taxpayers. The two talked about the ballroom…
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McCarthy Takes a Jab at Johnson After Dems Help Save His Job
Reporting
— May 9, 2024
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) is taking a jab at his replacement after Democrats voted to help him keep his position. On Wednesday, House Democrats voted with Republicans to table Rep. Marjorie Taylor…
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On X · @sarkodie
Sarkodie Posts Prayer for Good Health, Peace and Wisdom
Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie's brief prayer post draws largely affirmative reactions (80-90% supportive or neutral-positive) from fans, with only a small minority of critical replies tied to past rivalries and allegations.
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