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in Florida-BasedShould Florida and Georgia extend voter registration deadlines after Hurricane Milton? — Priya RamanPriya Raman · 17h

in IsraeliShould the US condition military aid to Israel on Gaza improvements while countering Hezbollah and Iran? — Sam OkaforSam Okafor · 17h

in PennsylvaniaDoes allowing voters with rejected mail-in ballots to cast provisional votes in Pennsylvania enhance election access or risk integrity? — Nicole HardyNicole Hardy · 1d

in Peter HegsethIs Pete Hegseth's nomination as Defense Secretary a needed break from Pentagon norms despite the past allegations? — Rachel MeyersRachel Meyers · 2d

in ‘The ViewDo the View co-hosts' attempts to tie Biden's Hunter pardon to Trump hold up, or should the decision stand on its own? — Rachel MeyersRachel Meyers · 2d

in Federal Bureau of InvestigationDoes Kash Patel's nomination signal necessary reform for the FBI or a threat to its independence? — Rachel MeyersRachel Meyers · 3d

in Tom HomanShould local leaders block federal efforts to deport criminal immigrants, or cooperate to enforce immigration law? — Priya RamanPriya Raman · 3d

in Donald John TrumpWhat are the implications of mayors resisting federal deportation efforts versus enforcing national immigration priorities? — Derek FossDerek Foss · 3d

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Developing·Sep 14, 2026

Charlie Kirk assassination and political fallout

An eight-foot Charlie Kirk statue at TPUSA’s Phoenix HQ was hit with red paint days after unveiling; the team restored it “good as new” by Sunday.
Charlie Kirk statue at TPUSA Phoenix HQ vandalized on first anniversary of assassination at Utah Valley University.

5 stories · 256 sources

Developing·Sep 14, 2026

Israel-Iran tensions, Gaza ceasefire dispute, and Hormuz standoff

Kushner says Qatar strike fallout pushed Gaza deal; Israel rejects account.
Reports detail intensified settler violence, outpost expansion and permit restrictions trapping West Bank residents amid UK sanctions on settlements.

156 stories · 13553 sources

Developing·Sep 14, 2026

2026 midterm primary elections and early voting begin across states

President Donald Trump plans to issue $500 rebates to up to 1 million Obamacare enrollees in 30 states before the November midterms.
The Trump administration, championed by Vice President JD Vance, is proposing to expand the Child Care and Development Fund to provide up to $9,000 per child annually to married couples with a stay-a…

59 stories · 2158 sources

Batteries Needed For Green Transition Are ‘Unrecognized’ Source Of Pollution, Study FindsReporting — Jul 10, 2024The lithium-ion batteries that are essential to the green energy transition are an “unrecognized and potentially growing” source of chemical pollution, according to a new study published in Nature. The study sought to…

Biden Official Has Painful Response When Asked Who the Largest Producer of Key Materials for EVs IsOpinion — May 2, 2023The top official in charge of the department that has a hand in mining permits for crucial minerals used in lithium-ion batteries is apparently unaware of what country dominates the production of those materials…

DAVID BLACKMON: America’s Troubled EV Industry Loses Its Subsidized Advantage – Now What? — Oct 1, 2025The Environmental Protection Agency announced Monday that it has assumed responsibility for what it says is the “Largest Lithium-Ion Battery Cleanup in Agency History” at the Moss Landing facility outside San Francisco…

Video — YouTubeJon on Trump's Meme Assault on Canada & the Alternate Reality He's Constructed | The Daily ShowThe Daily Show · 9.7M views · Sep 9, 2026

Breakthrough May Mean Longer-lasting Electric Vehicle BatteriesReporting — Sep 16, 2024Engineers have been working for several years on designing lithium-ion batteries – the most common type of rechargeable batteries – without cobalt. SCIENCE VIA SWNS. “> Longer-lasting electric vehicle batteries could be…

IJRRetail Giant Raises Motor Oil Price, Caps Customer Purchases As Iran War Drags OnParis Apodaca · 5 min · 8h

Highway Closed as 3-Alarm Blaze Erupts at Lithium Battery Plant – Fire Officials Can Only Watch it BurnReporting — Jun 26, 2023In the past year, lithium-ion battery fires in electric vehicles have led to blazing wrecks along highways that take firefighters hours to extinguish and buildings that go up like a torch from fires that cannot be…

RankingMost Influential Women in World HistoryFrom 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.1379 votes · 26 candidates

A Deadly Crisis: Electric Bikes Wreak Havoc in NYC as City Faces Fires, DeathsReporting — Jun 26, 2023A new crisis is hitting New York City as batteries that power e-bikes are becoming a growing danger. Fires due to lithium-ion batteries that power electric bikes have killed 13 people so far this year in New York City…

Perth man critically injured after robot vacuum explodes — Jul 23, 2026In Brabham, Perth, Lachie Perrem, 25, suffered burns to about 75% of his body when a robot vacuum exploded after a leaking lithium-ion battery ignited while he cooked, destroying his home and prompting investigations into the device. His mother, Fiona Perrem, has shared new details of the incident and says he’s waking from an induced coma and making progress after multiple surgeries, with a GoFundMe raising over $40,000 to help with medical and living costs.

Pace Digitek Pune Battery R&D Center OpenedBusiness — Jul 21, 2026Pace Digitek’s Lineage Power has established the Pace-Lineage Research Center in Pune to accelerate advanced battery technologies, including Advanced Chemistry Cells and Li-ion/Na-ion materials, in collaboration with IISER Pune to promote indigenous technology and strengthen the domestic supply chain. The program will develop coatings, microstructure tuning, new electrolytes, and material characterization while evaluating domestically sourced raw materials, aligning with Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat as the company shifts toward proprietary ACC capabilities and expanded energy storage capacity.

EnerSys plans 1 GWh defense-focused lithium plant — Jul 23, 2026EnerSys has refined its Greenville, South Carolina lithium-ion plant plan to a defense- and aerospace-focused facility with an initial capacity of about 1 gigawatt-hour and a smaller footprint, backed by roughly $150 million in DOE grants and about $200 million in state and local incentives, for a total investment near $500 million and board approval. The project targets FEOC-compliant, U.S.-based production to bolster national security and supply chain resilience, moving away from Verkor technology in favor of its defense-focused supplier network, with construction expected in early FY2028 and production about three years later.

On X · @elonmuskElon Musk Endorses Cross-Company AI Safety Testing, Praising Anthropic Over OpenAIElon Musk advocates for leading AI labs to grant each other advance API access for safety testing on new models before release, citing risks like bioweapons and deception. He highlights Anthropic as more cautious than OpenAI. Reactions are predominantly supportive from his audience, with limited criticism on incentives and business models.1,180 likes · 8m

FDA approves Ionis' Zanvastro as first treatment for rare Alexander disease — Sep 3, 2026The FDA approved Zanvastro (zilganersen) from Ionis as the first disease-modifying therapy for Alexander disease, a rare GFAP-related brain disorder, for adults and children. The intrathecal antisense oligonucleotide lowers abnormal GFAP protein and trials showed stabilization or improvement in motor function with a favorable safety profile, though administration requires specialized settings.

Elena Vasquez Intrathecal delivery is going to be a barrier for a lot of families depending on where they live. Access to specialized centers matters just as much as the approval itself.

Video — YouTubeThis is so cool 😳Glowupgurlzz · 11.7M views · Sep 13, 2026

3-Point Contest Invite Dispute Involving Ionescu, Clark — Jul 21, 2026Caitlin Clark and Sabrina Ionescu will skip the WNBA 3-Point Contest this year, with six participants including Marina Mabrey, Rhyne Howard, Azzi Fudd, Bridget Carleton, Janelle Salaün, and Natisha Hiedeman set to compete. Clark has been stellar for the Fever, highlighted by a 45-point, 10-assist game and multiple Player of the Week honors, as Sophie Cunningham emerges as a potential starter off the bench.

VS BattlePhysical Books vs E-ReadersPaper's soul versus the paperless suitcase.Physical Books vs E-Readers · 145 votes — pick a side

Novartis Phase 3 Pelacarsen Trial Misses Cardiovascular Endpoint — Sep 5, 2026Novartis reported that the Phase III Lp(a)HORIZON trial did not meet its primary endpoint, showing that lowering Lp(a) with pelacarsen reduced levels but did not significantly reduce cardiovascular events in approximately 8,000 patients on guideline-directed therapy; the company said full data will be presented at a future medical congress. Meanwhile, Royalty Pharma outlined its financial stance on the pelacarsen investment, noting the trial’s failure won’t derail its recovery of invested funds and that royalties on Spinraza remain a key part of its portfolio as it pursues its 2030 receipts target, with Ionis royalties potentially reverting after a defined cap. The developments reflect a broader scientific and market reevaluation of Lp(a)-targeted therapies and their commercial prospects.

Jared Kim Wonder how many other Lp(a) drugs in the pipeline just got a lot riskier to fund after this readout.

Ford Ranger keeps three engines as GMC Canyon narrows to one — Aug 30, 2026Across five new-car comparisons, manufacturers push distinct trim-led strategies and pricing tiers—evident in Ford Ranger's multi-engine lineup versus GMC Canyon's single powertrain—while luxury and EV crossovers like Lincoln Nautilus and Aviator, Subaru SOLTERRA, and Hyundai IONIQ 5 are evaluated against rivals using data-driven ratings. The coverage highlights value, efficiency, and features across model years 2026–2027, with ratings clustering in the mid- to high-range and Canadian pricing details noted where applicable.

Hyundai Expands India Hub, 100+ Models by 2030 — Aug 26, 2026Hyundai plans to expand global production capacity by 1.27 million units by 2030 and roll out more than 100 new or updated models, including 18 all-new models, while targeting a 60% share of eco-friendly vehicles and 5.55 million global sales. The push includes expanding in the U.S. hybrid market, launching an Ioniq 5-based robotaxi with Waymo this year, and advancing software-defined vehicles and autonomous tech to compete with Toyota and Chinese rivals.

Andrew PowellHouse Votes to Push Penny Toward History With New Cash-Rounding RulesThe penny’s days as a regularly produced U.S. coin could be coming to an end for good after the House of Representatives approved legislation aimed at ending its production and establishing new rules for cash transactions. The bipartisan Common Cents Act passed unanimously on Monday, according to Fox News . The measure would prohibit the Treasury Department from producing additional pennies, excep3m

Massachusetts Men Killed in Rhode Island I-295 Crash — Aug 21, 2026Two Massachusetts men, Joel Costa and Jonathan Welch, were killed when a Hyundai Ioniq driven by Costa crossed the median and collided head-on with a Dodge Ram on Interstate 295 in Cumberland, Rhode Island, with a second vehicle hit and minor damage in the crash sequence; authorities cite excessive speed and loss of control as the primary factors as the investigation continues. The incident caused hours of northbound closures and highlighted dangers of reckless driving as witnesses described Costa’s high-speed, median-crossing maneuver and restraint failures.

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

Trump Admin Reportedly Close To Gobbling Up Stakes In Key Growing Industry — Oct 23, 2025Several quantum computing firms have reportedly been having discussions with the Commerce Department to offer equity stakes in return for federal funding. Companies such as IonQ, Rigetti Computing, and D-Wave Quantum…

New EV Deemed Total Loss After Battery Replacement Costs More Than Car ItselfOpinion — Dec 29, 2023A man in Canada was shocked when he discovered that it was going to cost him more than what he originally paid for his electric car just to replace the vehicle’s battery pack. Kyle Hsu bought a brand new Hyundai IONIQ 5…

Video — YouTubeFalling In Reverse - "Joseph"Epitaph Records · 1.4M views · Sep 14, 2026

Italian Coast Guard Captures Capsized Superyacht's Final Moments Before It Slips Into the SeaReporting — Aug 28, 2022A superyacht has found a new home at the bottom of the Ionian Sea. The yacht, valued at $7.8 million, capsized last weekend off the southeastern coast of Italy, according to Bloomberg . All those aboard were rescued…

Hiding in Plain Sight: 'Lost' 17th-Century Masterpiece Uncovered in New York After Years of SearchingReporting — Sep 17, 2021Iona College art history professor Tom Ruggio likes to visit churches from time to time. “I’m used to wandering into churches, and I find it very peaceful,” he told Westchester magazine. But on one particular visit…

IJRMitch McConnell Returns To Senate After Months Of Missed VotesNicole Silverio · 3 min · 8h

House Votes to Push Penny Toward History With New Cash-Rounding Rules1 source — 3mThe penny’s days as a regularly produced U.S. coin could be coming to an end for good after the House of Representatives approved legislation aimed at ending its production and est… — by Andrew Powell

White House video of scenic Trump Ireland trip begins spreadingPolitics — 8mThe 44-second video presents President Donald J. Trump in Ireland through a collection of scenic shots. It is spreading after the official White House account posted the footage. @WhiteHouse

China retail sales miss forecasts as investment growth slows in AugustFinance — 3hCanada’s housing data is released as the U.S. markets brace for a Fed rate decision amid stubborn inflation, while China’s August data show weak consumer demand but solid industrial output, highlighting a divergence in the world’s second-largest economy alongside still-elevated geopolitical concerns. Gold sits near a one-month low ahead of the FOMC outcome as higher US yields and rate-cut expectations keep pressure on non-yielding bullion.

McConnell returns after 90 days to cast decisive Senate votePolitics — 22mWheeled onto the floor after 90 days away, the Kentucky senator broke a 47-46 cloture tally, pressed the farm bill, and kept drawing nearly $1 million in combined taxpayer pay through his absence.

Trump Arrives in Ireland for Meetings and Irish Open — 5dLocal Gaelic football takes center stage as Kilcavan and Mountmellick face off in the Laois IFC semi-final for a spot in the intermediate final, while Galway dominates the 2026 TG4 All-Star nominations following their All-Ireland win; separately, a deep dive into Trump International Doonbeg looks at the luxury resort behind the gates ahead of the Irish Open, and a Indo Daily special revisits the Lance Armstrong–Floyd Landis doping saga and its fallout.

On X · @FabrizioRomanoTottenham boss De Zerbi hits back on Richarlison: “We lost 3-0 with him… I can’t pray for him to stay every day”Fabrizio Romano posted quotes from Roberto De Zerbi reminding fans that Spurs lost 3-0 to Brentford with Richarlison in the side, and stating that he repeatedly tried to convince the Brazilian to stay at the start of the season but the player refused. De Zerbi added he cannot continually beg a player to remain. The post is trending due to the ongoing public fallout: De Zerbi has frozen Richarlison out of the squad (even for cups), Spurs are struggling for goals early in the season, and the comments add fuel to the player-vs-manager drama amid failed transfer exits.2,028 likes · 9m

Video — YouTubeA 9/11 Survivor Finally Shares the Story She Kept Private for 25 YearsSmartHER News · 9.1M views · Sep 10, 2026