Key Jeffries ally endorses aggressive tactics to create more blue seats
Even if majority-minority districts need to be redrawn, Rep. Greg Meeks said, “We’ve got to get more Democrats.”
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Trump and Xi's initial meeting reveals dueling priorities
President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping brought dueling priorities to their high-stakes summit in Beijing, with Xi pressing Trump on Taiwan, while Trump's focused on trade, business and farmers. Trump showed up with nearly 20 top executives from companies like Tesla
A PvE-only mode is coming to Marathon as Bungie lays out plans for seasons 3, 4 and 5
"We want to evolve Marathon as a whole."
SCOTUS preserves abortion pill access — for now
Presented by Lilly {beacon} Health Care Health Care PRESENTED BY The Big Story SCOTUS preserves abortion pill access — for now The Supreme Court on Thursday ensured the abortion pill mifepristone will continue to be available through the mail without an in-person
Additional money for Iran conflict faces challenges, GOP senators warn
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Additional money for Iran conflict faces challenges, GOP senators warn Republican senators are saying that any request from President Trump for tens
Lawyers for Elon Musk, Sam Altman wind down OpenAI trial with testy parting shots
Lawyers for the OpenAI co-founders turned rivals Elon Musk and Sam Altman took final digs at their counterparties and reminded jurors of embarrassing anecdotes Thursday during closing statements in the bombshell case over the future of juggernaut OpenAI. Musk’s lead attorney
Cannes: ‘Parallel Tales,’ Iranian Master Asghar Farhadi’s Competition Film, Premieres to Polite Ovation
The French-language drama boasts an all-star Gallic cast that includes Isabelle Huppert, Virginia Efira, Vincent Cassel and, in a small role, Catherine Deneuve.
Mirei Monticelli’s Hand-Woven Banana Leaf Lamps Swell Between Material and Movement
“Human rhythm is what gives the material its character," says the artist. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Mirei Monticelli’s Hand-Woven Banana Leaf
Fetterman: Democratic base becoming 'increasingly anti-American'
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) on Wednesday accused the Democratic base of becoming "increasingly anti-American" amid calls against U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, Iran and Cuba. Reason Magazine's Nick Gillespie, asked Fetterman on the "Reason Interview" podcast about
Trump and Xi set for second day of talks after Taiwan warning
The two leaders are scheduled to have tea and lunch before Mr Trump flies back to the US.
New reversible conductive glue could reshape electronics repair, recycling, and material recovery
A collaboration between electrical and chemical engineers at Newcastle University is responsible for a reversible glue that can change how we recycle electronic waste. The team has already demonstrated reversible adhesive technology with wide applicability in general packaging
What Lamarck’s Giraffe Got Right
Jessica Riskin’s three greatest revelations while writing Power of Life The post What Lamarck’s Giraffe Got Right appeared first on Nautilus .
Is Malaysia’s BN gearing up for early state polls in Johor and Melaka with eye on GE?
Early elections in these two states would allow Barisan Nasional to drum up momentum and signal that the pact has regained strength ahead of the next general election, observers say.
Commentary: UMNO has ambitions for Malaysia's next general election but little room for manoeuvre
Being part of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s unity government has helped UMNO retain some relevance, but this will bring a different challenge come election time, says Asian Studies professor James Chin.
Commentary: Trump’s disinterest not the only reason the Quad is in limbo
The Quad risks geopolitical insignificance if summit-level meetings are not resumed, says former foreign correspondent Nirmal Ghosh.
Commentary: Modi’s austerity appeal shows his luck may have run out
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal for Indians to change their consumption habits to insulate the economy is a startling move, says Mihir Sharma for Bloomberg Opinion.
The original Doom soundtrack joins 'our national playlist' in the US Library of Congress
Bobby Prince's groundbreaking soundtrack is one of 25 recordings inducted into the famed Library of Congress today.
Comey says Trump seems 'off' compared to 2017
Former FBI Director James Comey said on Thursday that “something’s off” with President Trump, arguing the president’s behavior has become more erratic and self-obsessed since his first term. “I mean, I've always thought Donald Trump was a little bit off, but whoa, compared to
Two New, Very Different Xbox Controllers Have Leaked Online
A high-end gamepad and a smaller, budget friendly streaming controller both leaked due to a foreign regulator slip up
Byron Allen on How He Plans to Use BuzzFeed to Create a ‘Premier Global Free Streaming Service,’ What It Means to Be Taking Over Colbert’s CBS Time Slot and Why He Wants to Buy Starz
With two recent deals, Byron Allen has elevated his profile in both late-night TV and the digital media space. He’s about to take control of struggling media company BuzzFeed, and next week he is getting the the CBS time slot that is being vacated this month by “The Late Show
What Will Happen To Gasoline Prices When the Iran War Ends?
President Donald Trump on multiple occasions has assured the public that high gasoline prices will “rapidly” or “quickly” decline “as soon as” the war with Iran ends. Energy experts told us that prices will start to fall when the conflict is resolved, but it could take many
Subnautica 2 sells 1 million copies in its first hour, and I have to imagine the CEO of Krafton is pouring himself a very stiff drink right about now
The scenario that Krafton humiliated itself to avoid seems to be coming true very quickly.
Supreme Court preserves abortion pill access over Alito, Thomas dissents
Abortion pills can remain available through the mail for the immediate future after the Supreme Court on Thursday paused a lower court ruling that would have blocked access while a lawsuit proceeds. The justices halted a May 1 order from the conservative U.S. Court of Appeals
US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers
By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, May 14 (Reuters) - The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly defeated a Democratic-led resolution aiming to stop the Iran war until hostilities are authorized by Congress, but the effort to rein in President Donald Trump's military campaign
Amazon Studios Accused of Blacklisting Vendor Who Refused to Pay Kickbacks
Amazon Studios has been sued by a post-production vendor who alleges he was blackballed after refusing to pay kickbacks to an Amazon employee. Joe Eckardt, owner of Unbreakable Post, alleges he has been denied at least $1 million worth of work since refusing to participate in
Spain PM 'proud' of Barcelona's Yamal in Palestinian flag row
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Thursday said Barcelona star Lamine Yamal had made Spain "proud" for waving a Palestinian flag at a victory parade that sparked Israeli accusations of "inciting hatred". The 18-year-old forward drew attention for brandishing a Palestinian flag
Harry and Meghan to produce Afghan war film: Netflix
Britain's Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, are developing a film adaptation of a best-selling memoir about a British military mission in Afghanistan, Netflix said Thursday. "No Way Out: The Searing True Story of Men Under Siege," written by British Major Adam Jowett,
River Thames in London gets first official bathing spot on Friday
Thames at Ham designated as one of 13 new swimming areas across England to be monitored for water quality The first designated bathing water area on the River Thames in London will welcome swimmers for the official start of the bathing season on Friday as one of 13 new
House barely rejects limits on Iran war as GOP defections grow
Republicans managed to defeat the effort to rein in Trump despite three GOP lawmakers breaking ranks.
Ohio GOP congressman sues ex-wife over abuse allegations
Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) on Wednesday filed a defamation lawsuit against his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, the daughter of Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), for accusing him of physically abusing her. Miller and Emily Moreno filed for divorce in August 2024 and have been engaged in a
Kash Patel took 'VIP snorkel' during Pearl Harbor trip: Report
FBI Director Kash Patel reportedly took a “VIP” snorkeling trip around the USS Arizona during a visit to Pearl Harbor last summer, according to The Associated Press. The outlet reported Thursday that Patel made a previously undisclosed trip to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam
Centcom office focused on reducing civilian deaths cut from 10 employees to one
U.S. Central Command head Adm. Brad Cooper on Thursday confirmed that the office focused on civilian-harm reduction for the military arm was cut from 10 employees to one, a revelation that follows a deadly bombing of an Iranian school at the start of America’s war against
House Ethics panel investigating Chuck Edwards for sexual misconduct
The committee made the announcement after weeks of speculation.
Xi’s warning to Trump on Taiwan shows emboldened China
Chinese President Xi Jinping is using the issue of Taiwan to exert power over President Trump as the two leaders seek to tackle a number of hot button issues during this week's high stakes summit in Beijing. During their bilateral meeting on Thursday, Xi told Trump the "entire
Before Cable Was Cool: Ted Turner Was a Visionary Maverick and Gift to Journalists
Ted Turner made his mark across media and entertainment as a trailblazing entrepreneur. Nowhere was his impact more profound than in journalism with the launch of CNN. Ted Turner was also nothing short of a gift to the journalists who covered his long run in the public eye.
Mitochondrial fission helps immune cells kill bacteria and could counter resistance
Alternative therapies that aid the body's immune system to fight bacteria have shown promise in addressing the global threat of antibiotic resistance. University of Queensland researchers have found when under attack, the body's immune cells activate a cellular process called
MIT president says research has shrunk 10 percent in 1 year amid Trump cuts
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) on Wednesday said research has shrunk by 10 percent in the year following cuts by the Trump administration. “Counting federal and non-federal sources together, our campus-sponsored research activity is now 10 percent smaller than
Asghar Farhadi Blows Kisses as French Drama ‘Parallel Tales,’ Starring Isabelle Huppert, Scores 5.5-Minute Cannes Ovation
Asghar Farhadi made a grand return to Cannes Film Festival on Thursday night with the debut of “Parallel Tales,” his French-language drama starring Isabelle Huppert, earning a 5.5-minute standing ovation. The acclaimed Iranian auteur blew kisses to the crowd as the audience
Nicki Minaj Reveals Why She Came Out as MAGA, Says Jay-Z Hurt Obama’s Legacy
After publicly supporting Donald Trump and the Republican Party in recent months, Nicki Minaj is opening up about why she became vocal in her support for the President. During an interview with Time, Minaj says a major reason that she was turned off to Democrats was that after
Manhattan's Neue Galerie to Merge With Met Museum
Cosmetics billionaire Ronald Lauder's private museum has a vast collection of Austrian and German art.
New study provides rule of thumb to estimate land sustainability in river deltas
As densely populated coastal communities struggle to keep up with rising sea levels, new research reveals a way to predict how river deltas build land and protect coastal regions from encroaching oceans. This insight will help engineers and policymakers estimate how much new
Meta brings virtual writing to everyone with Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses
Meta is rolling out new features to its Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses, including bringing the ability to write messages just with hand gestures to all users. You'll be able to use the feature in WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram and with "native Android and iOS messaging,"
'Millions' of pounds saved by replacing Palantir tech in refugee system
The government said its in-house IT system was "more flexible" while meeting "high standards" of security.
Scientists estimate sunlight in 18th and 19th century Tokyo using historical diaries
The amount of sunlight, or solar radiation, that a location receives makes a big impact on weather conditions, crop success, rainfall and overall climate trends. Today, instruments called pyrheliometers are used to carefully calculate how much sunlight occurs at a particular
Old journals unlock monthly climate shifts behind Japan's 1830s famine
The Tenpō Famine of the 1830s was one of the worst in Japanese history, with the poor weather causing escalating rice prices as a major cause. To better understand how historical weather anomalies affected crop prices in Japan and ultimately led to the famine, researchers
Trump and Xi hold talks but no trade deal agreed
There was plenty of choreographed ceremonies, but there was no sweeping trade breakthrough as Trump met Xi in Beijing.
Report: Kash Patel Was Desperate to Snorkel in a Graveyard
Kash Patel can’t stop living the good life. The FBI director reportedly went on a VIP snorkeling trip while on a visit to Hawaii last summer that the bureau stressed was not a vacation. Patel was officially in the state to tour the FBI’s Honolulu branch and meet with local law
