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in Donald John TrumpWith Congress split on war powers amid rising US-Iran tensions and Houthi attacks disrupting Red Sea trade, how should the US balance military response with diplomatic de-escalation? — Marcus BellMarcus Bell · Jul 25, 2026

in CanadaIs Canada's shifting approach to trade with the US—bending on taxes while facing new tariffs—a sign of strategic pragmatism or capitulation? — Priya RamanPriya Raman · 4d

in IsraeliWhat obligations, if any, should the US have if Israel's strikes on Iran escalate into a wider regional war it didn't start but could get pulled into? — Tom GallagherTom Gallagher · Aug 24, 2026

in Stephen ColbertWas Colbert's cancellation purely a financial decision by CBS, or did politics play a role — and does the reaction from both sides tell us more than the decision itself? — Priya RamanPriya Raman · Aug 23, 2026

in Nicholas MaduroWhat legal authority, if any, permits the US to capture and indict a foreign head of state, and does military action in Venezuela set a precedent you're comfortable with? — Marcus BellMarcus Bell · Aug 15, 2026

in VenezuelanWhat legal authority, if any, permits US military strikes inside Venezuela and the capture of its head of state without a congressional declaration of war? — Rachel MeyersRachel Meyers · Aug 14, 2026

in GreenlandWhere should the line be drawn between pursuing US strategic interests in Greenland and respecting its residents' right to self-determination? — Tom GallagherTom Gallagher · Aug 14, 2026

in United States of AmericaWhat's the strongest case for and against escalating US military action against Iran right now, and where do you land? — Derek FossDerek Foss · Aug 12, 2026

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Developing·Aug 31, 2026

2026 US Open build-up: form and withdrawals ahead of New York

Novak Djokovic suffers a historic first-round US Open exit, battling illness and fatigue before losing in five sets to Mariano Navone.
With Djokovic out and Jannik Sinner sidelined, the draw opens up as Carlos Alcaraz eyes a return to form and Stan Wawrinka readies for a second-round meeting with Matteo Berrettini.

19 stories · 836 sources

Developing·Aug 30, 2026

USPS mail-voting rule faces legal battles ahead of midterms

President Trump and his allies intensify claims that noncitizens are voting, pushing for citizen-only mail ballots and citing a controversial census analysis ahead of the midterms.
The 2026 Defend the Vote March on Washington, organized by Rev. Al Sharpton and Martin Luther King III, draws thousands to the Lincoln Memorial to oppose new restrictive voting rules.

4 stories · 319 sources

Developing·Aug 29, 2026

US pursues sanctions and back-channel diplomacy with Russia amid stalled Ukraine peace talks

Russia declares a pause in Ukraine peace talks as Pakistan urges the UN Security Council for an immediate ceasefire and renewed diplomacy.
The Ukraine-US drone deal advances to the US testing phase, with Washington evaluating Ukrainian prototypes as Kyiv awaits a response amid talks tied to Ratcliffe's Moscow visit.

4 stories · 649 sources

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IBM, USTA unveil AI-powered US Open fan experiences — Aug 23, 2026IBM and the USTA unveiled AI-powered enhancements for the 2026 US Open, including a personalized Live Updates homepage and a Serve Quality metric that analyzes 21 data points across the body and racquet in near real time using limb-tracking technology. The rollout also integrates predictive analytics and conversational AI, supported by Morning Consult data showing high trust in AI sports content as fans engage more deeply with the tournament across USOpen.org and the official app.

Lamerd strikes kill civilians, reports indicateWorld — 12hAirwars and the Associated Press mapped the Lamerd strikes and found that US-made Precision Strike Missiles killed civilians up to 50 meters from detonation and caused damage far beyond that radius, prompting warnings from weapons experts that such missiles should not be used near populated areas. The US military has acknowledged using PrSMs in Iran but denies striking Lamerd, while analysts emphasize the weapon’s midair fragmentation and potential for widespread harm as production continues for broader use.

OpenAI Expands Health in ChatGPT US Rollout — Jul 23, 2026OpenAI has rolled out Health in ChatGPT in the United States, allowing eligible users 18 and older to securely connect Apple Health and medical records to receive more personalized health-contextual responses across web and iOS on Free through Pro plans, with strict consent and assurances that health data won’t be used to train models or for ads. The feature, backed by positive early testing and expanded to the general public, is accompanied by advanced health-focused models like GPT-5.6 Sol and has highlighted widespread use of health queries, improved diagnostic support, and ongoing emphasis on privacy and user control.

IJRAs California Burns Billions To Fail At High-Speed Rail, China Laid Enough Track To Circle America Three TimesParis Apodaca · 6 min · 5h

EXCLUSIVE: Joni Ernst Delivers Demand For USPS To Explain Why They Can’t Account For Space In 21,000 Buildings — Dec 19, 2025Republican Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst demanded that the United States Postal Service (USPS) account for its building usage in a letter sent Friday. The USPS has lost more than $18 billion over the last two fiscal years using…

RankingMost underrated cities in AmericaAmerica's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.693 votes · 21 candidates

Google Adds Optional Selfie-Video Sign-In for Recovery — Jul 23, 2026Google is expanding account recovery options with a selfie video sign-in feature that users can set up to verify their identity when they can’t access their usual device or password. The system stores and encrypts the video, uses liveness checks to deter deepfakes, and remains an optional addition alongside existing methods, though it’s not available for Workspace, child, or Advanced Protection accounts and can be deleted by the user.

Meta plans Threads parental controls rollout in USTech — Jul 21, 2026Meta is rolling out parental supervision tools for Threads via Family Center, letting parents see teen time spent, set daily limits, enforce sleep hours, and manage privacy and tagging for their teens. The expansion, prompted by regulatory scrutiny and lawsuits over teen safety, targets roughly 500 million monthly users with a US-first rollout and a global rollout by year’s end.

‘Only A Little Over 100’: Chinese Billionaire Started US-Born Baby Empire Using US Surrogates — Dec 15, 2025A growing number of ultra-wealthy Chinese nationals are turning to U.S. surrogates to have children on American soil, taking advantage of America’s largely unregulated market and birthright citizenship, The Wall Street…

US Park Police Deny Using Tear Gas on Protestors Outside the White HouseReporting — Jun 3, 2020U.S. Park Police (USPP) is denying that tear gas was used on demonstrators as law enforcement sought to clear out the protests outside the White House on Monday to make way for the president’s walk to St. John’s Church…

On X · @David_OrnsteinEverton agree season-long loan for Jack Grealish from Manchester CityEverton reach agreement with Manchester City to sign Jack Grealish on loan; mostly positive fan and media reaction with Everton supporters welcoming the move and limited skepticism on fitness or value.8,664 likes · 8m

US Judge Orders USPS To Reinforce ‘Extraordinary Measures’ Ballot Delivery PolicyReporting — Nov 2, 2020The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) must remind senior managers they must follow its “extraordinary measures” policy and use its Express Mail Network to expedite ballots ahead of Tuesday’s presidential election, under an…

Canada-U.S. Tariffs Expand; Ford Gap NotedWorld — Aug 19, 2026Tariffs and geopolitics are reshaping global manufacturing and auto supply chains, pushing companies to shift production and rethink pricing as tariffs on China and Canada affect vehicles, tires, and related industries. Ford will stop importing China-built Lincoln models for the US to avoid 52.5% tariffs, EU tariffs on Chinese tires could raise prices, and a pause on 50% Canada tariffs is already prompting North American automakers to adjust, potentially boosting used-car demand and altering product mix.

VS BattleJim Carrey vs Adam SandlerRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.Jim Carrey vs Adam Sandler · 146 votes — pick a side

Macau five-year plan to diversify economy, boost fintech — Aug 18, 2026Happen uses AI-powered underwriting and a digital-bank model to improve lending efficiency and grow with high-quality borrowers, while still trading at a valuation discount to fintech peers. Macau unveiled a five-year plan to diversify from gaming into fintech, digital currency, and non-gaming sectors, and Hong Kong fintech thinker Henry Chen argues products should be user-centered to reduce friction and clarify complex information.

Gas Prices Rise Across U.S. Amid Iran TensionsFinance — Jul 20, 2026Gas prices are climbing across Texas and the nation, with Texas averages around the mid- to high-$3s and the national average near $4 per gallon, driven by supply disruptions from the US-Iran conflict and Hormuz Strait tensions; diesel remains notably expensive in Texas. The rising costs are compounded by extreme heat increasing fuel use and electricity bills, while climate patterns like a potentially very large El Niño could further elevate prices for groceries and other essentials, affecting households and voters alike.

Men In US Now Ineligible To Participate In Olympic Games In Women’s Categories — Jul 23, 2025The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) announced Tuesday that men who identify as women are no longer eligible to compete in female categories for Team USA. Trans-identified male athletes will no longer be…

IJRBurglar With Uzi Chose Wrong House To Raid. It Didn’t End Well For Him.Harold Hutchison · 2 min · 6h

‘The System Is Bad’: US-Created System Allowed Iran To Siphon Funds From Iraqi BanksReporting — Sep 9, 2024Iraqi banks funneled money to Iran and its terrorist group allies using a U.S.-created reserve system, according to the results of an investigation by The Wall Street Journal. Following the invasion of Iraq in 2003, the…

QuizWhat's your money personality?Somewhere between spreadsheet monk and payday comet. Twelve questions to diagnose your financial alter ego.3 min · today's quiz

NORMAN R. SEIP And DANIEL CHRISTMAN: Fair Use Or Failure: The Future Of Us-Led AI — Jun 29, 2025Winning the AI race with China is often framed in terms of expensive, long-term bets: bringing back chip manufacturing, pouring billions of dollars into data centers, and modernizing and expanding the power grid. But as…

Harris Mocked As Users Point Out Her ‘Fake’ Southern AccentReporting — Jul 31, 2024Vice President Kamala Harris is being accused of using a fake Southern accent during a campaign event. During an event in Georiga, Harris said, “You all helped us win in 2020 and we gonna do it again in 2024!” “Yes we…

Biden Administration Enlists FEMA To Help With Surge of Children at US-Mexico BorderReporting — Mar 14, 2021The U.S. Department of Homeland Security on Saturday ordered an emergency agency that usually responds to floods, storms and other major disasters to help care for a growing number of migrant children arriving at the…

‘We’re Starving’: US-Bound Migrant Caravan Hunkers Down After Guatemala CrackdownReporting — Jan 18, 2021Hundreds of Honduran migrants huddled overnight on a highway in eastern Guatemala after domestic security forces used sticks and tear gas to halt the passage of a U.S.-bound caravan just days before U.S. President-elect…

On X · @FabrizioRomanoJack Grealish set for Everton return on loan from Manchester City, medical scheduled TuesdayMostly one-sided neutral-to-positive reaction with Everton fans celebrating a welcome-home return and Manchester City fans accepting the move for regular playing time; outright opposition is minimal under 10%.13,332 likes · 9m

CDC Reports Decline in E-Cigarette Use Among US High SchoolersReporting — Sep 9, 2020The percentage of e-cigarette users among high school students in the United States has declined to about 20% in 2020 from 27.5% last year, researchers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on…

European stocks slip as US-Iran clashes lift oil, Fed rate-hike betsWorld — 16hEuropean stocks wobbled as fresh US-Iran strikes lifted oil prices above $90, with energy shares gaining while broader indices edged lower and traders priced in higher odds of a US rate hike in September amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Investors also watched inflation data and central-bank policy expectations, as supply disruptions and Middle East risk kept markets cautious.

Trump Praises Tinubu, US-Nigeria Security Ties Deepen — Jul 23, 2026U.S. President Donald Trump commended Tinubu’s decisive leadership in tackling terrorism and pledged continued support, underscoring a deepened security partnership under the US-Nigeria defence framework. Nigerian officials describe the letter as evidence of progress in security cooperation and bilateral ties, highlighting joint operations, US training, and intelligence sharing as the relationship matures.

Satechi launches color-matched MacBook Neo accessoriesTech — Jul 14, 2026Satechi has unveiled a color-matched MacBook Neo accessory line—including the OntheGo 5-in-1 Multiport Adapter, USB-C Snap Hub, and Slim EX Wireless Mouse—designed to complement the Neo’s Citrus, Blush, Indigo, and Silver finishes. The hubs add HDMI 4K/60Hz output, SD/microSD readers, USB data ports, and USB-C passthrough charging, with the Snap Hub specifically built for the Neo’s asymmetric ports, while the trio expands Neo’s connectivity and appeal for this budget MacBook.

Six Months Into US-Iran War, Families StrainedWorld — 2dSix months into the US-Iran war, more than 50,000 U.S. troops are in the region as ongoing deployments, fighting, and diplomacy drive prolonged separations, financial strain, and high anxiety for military families, with 18 service members killed and more than 750 wounded. A Blue Star Families survey found 81% of about 200 active-duty families reporting elevated stress, prompting leaders like Courtney Sanders to expand online resources, webinars, and in-person support to help families cope.

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