Republicans scheme to block Trump’s funding cancellations
Unable to stop the president from nixing $810 million, GOP lawmakers are hoping to head off another attempt.
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Senate passes bipartisan bill to overhaul college sports
President Donald Trump wants the House to clear the measure quickly.
Todd Rundgren Slams Taylor Swift, Says She ‘Ruined Music’ and Is ‘the Apotheosis of Mediocrity’
Todd Rundgren, the singer-songwriter and producer behind hits like “Hello It’s Me” and “I Saw the Light,” recently slammed Taylor Swift, calling the pop star “the apotheosis of mediocrity” and claiming that she “ruined music.” “To me, Taylor Swift is the apotheosis of
Tracking researchers in Ukraine through war and armed conflict: The limits of free scholarly mobility
A study based on publication data traces how researchers moved within Ukraine and across borders between 2009 and 2022, with conflict-affected regions losing scholars while others became increasingly important destinations. These shifts were already underway after Russia
Taiwan says it is in continuous talks with US about arms sales
TAIPEI, Sept 29 - Taiwan is in continuous talks with the United States about arms sales and has received reassurances since the Washington summit between the US and Chinese leaders that US policy on Taiwan has not changed, the defence minister said on Tuesday.
Lost songs from iconic Australian rockstar found in garage
Divinyls frontwoman Chrissy Amphlett recorded the songs with Split Enz's Tim Finn in 1998.
Trump controversies pile on Senate Republicans as they seek midterm escape
Voters “don’t want to be worried about how their taxpayer dollars are being spent,” Utah Sen. John Curtis said.
‘School Girls; or, the African Mean Girls Play’ Broadway Review: An Exceptional Portrait of Black Girlhood
Late girlhood has a sacredness that can’t be replicated. It’s a particular time in life between innocence and adulting, allowing young women to swing between the two. Jocelyn Bioh’s sensational play, “School Girls; or, the African Mean Girls Play,” captures this magic and
Buses seen under police escort as Malaysia starts sending Myanmar migrants home
It was not immediately clear how many in the group were Rohingya.
OpenAI scraps rollout of new model over safety concerns
OpenAI also issued an update on incidents in which its models accessed Australian government systems.
Senate defeats proposal to limit ticket price increases for college sports
The Senate voted Monday evening to defeat an amendment sponsored by Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) to cap ticket price increases for college sporting events to four percent a year, even as ticket prices for some marquee games have soared in recent years. Kennedy proposed his
Study across 40 countries: Political activism linked to representation
Not happy with the election result? Don't worry. Election Day is not the only opportunity to influence politics.
Sign before praying: A new conversion law is affecting churchgoers in Indian state
A new anti-conversion law in Maharashtra is raising questions about faith, choice and freedom.
‘Hirayasumi’ Anime Unveils Footage, Key Visual and Lead Voice Cast Ahead of NHK Debut
New footage from the anime adaptation of Shinzo Keigo’s manga “Hirayasumi” has been unveiled, along with a key visual and the principal voice cast, ahead of the series’ January 2027 premiere on Japan’s NHK General TV. Viz Media and Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions (ShoPro)
This mod delivers what Valheim was missing all these years: seasons
Another reason to update our list of recommendations.
Nothing’s new flagship Headphone 1 Pro put you in the studio
Nothing has been on a bit of an audio tear this year, releasing the solid Headphone A and the surprisingly good Ear 3A earbuds. The Headphone A released at $199, while the earbuds are under $100, leaving room for something fancier. That something is the Nothing Headphone 1 Pro,
How Bolsonaro's statements destroyed the rainforest
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro contributed to deforestation through statements opposing forest conservation, according to an international study led by the University of Bonn. The study found that destruction of the Amazon rainforest accelerated when Bolsonaro and
Russell Brand to moderate panel at MAHA summit
Comedian Russell Brand on Tuesday will moderate one of the panels scheduled for the second Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) summit in Washington, D.C. Brand, who has been part of and supported the MAHA movement launched by Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F.
New Zealand election on knife edge as Greens surge to 16%, poll shows
The governing National Party fell to 28 per cent, which is its lowest level of support since 2021.
Goldman Sachs discusses plan to name John Waldron next CEO, succeeding David Solomon: report
COO John Waldron is poised to take the reins at Goldman Sachs, a move that would cap David Solomon’s turbulent but highly profitable decade atop the Wall Street powerhouse and trigger a high-stakes leadership shuffle.
I can't stop comparing the dialogue from the original, messy FF7 localization and its vastly improved fan translation
The Shinra Archaeology Cut of FF7 gives the game the treatment Square Enix's official PC release deserved.
Switch Finally Gets One of 2025’s Best-Reviewed RPGs
Keep Driving, one of 2025's best reviewed games is now on consoles, and it's especially perfect for Switch owners.
5 MAD Magazine Parodies from the 1990s That Aged Perfectly
MAD Magazine was a great source of pop culture parodies. Here are comic parodies they did of Ninja Turtles, Gremlins 2, the Flintstones and more
When microbial DNA is scarce, new profiling method helps separate genuine signals from contamination
In acute, life-threatening infections, rapidly characterizing the microorganisms in a patient sample can help guide diagnosis and treatment. Computational methods known as taxonomic profilers can analyze metagenome sequencing data generated from the microorganisms' genomic
Sylvester Stallone Reacts to Biopic ‘I Play Rocky’: “I’m Not Dead Yet. Aren’t We Jumping the Gun?”
During a conversation at 92NY, Stallone complimented Anthony Ippolito — who plays a young version of the star in the film — saying, "I actually thought it was me the first moment."
Miley Hits Number One on Albums Chart With ‘Bass Persuades’
It’s the musician’s first time topping the Billboard 200 since she released Bangerz in 2013
RAF Fairford big-scale attack try represents serious threat to US
The British Police say that the five men arrested in connection with a suspected bomb plot targeting RAF Fairford are all British nationals. Nothing has yet been said officially about who was behind the plot. The risk to US assets and personnel in the UK remains extremely high.
Rob Lowe Says ‘St. Elmo’s Fire’ Sequel Is Still ‘In the Works,’ Confirms There’s a Script: ‘All of Us Actors Want to Do It’
Rob Lowe finally has an update on the long-discussed “St. Elmo’s Fire” sequel. “It is definitely in the works, for sure,” the actor said when asked about the project’s current status during a “Watch What Happens Live” appearance on Sunday. “All of us actors want to do it, and
Journalist to be crowned king in Uganda after bitter succession dispute
Kijanangoma is being crowned amid a dispute over a young heir whom the royal clan does not recognise.
Dopamine-based nanotubes combine heat, electrical stimulation and antioxidant release for first time
The research group at the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia in Pontedera (Pisa), led by Gianni Ciofani, has developed new organic nanoparticles that combine multiple therapeutic functions in a single material for the first time.
Party leaders widening Washington's political chasm
Most of the polarization currently roiling Congress comes from political parties rather than individual politicians, a study co-authored by University of Miami Business School associate professor Chad Kendall finds.
Burnham to unveil public body to invest in electricity grid
The prime minister will say he wants to reduce energy costs in his first conference speech as Labour leader.
Hegseth instructs Pentagon to defend 2026 elections from ‘foreign actors’
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth instructed the Pentagon last week to prioritize and deploy “advanced intelligence and cyber capabilities” to track down, disrupt and neutralize “foreign actors to protect the 2026 midterm elections" while “maintaining the fundamental freedoms that
Plasma treatment helps reveal how molecular coatings dope silicon
Controlling dopant concentration near the silicon surface is increasingly important for ultrashallow junctions and nanoscale devices. Mixed monolayer doping (MMLD) offers a surface-chemistry-based approach in which dopant-containing molecules are mixed with nondopant molecules
Two-color glowing molecule could make wind tunnel tests more accurate
Most sensors can measure only one thing at a time, like a thermometer for temperature or a pressure gauge for pressure. Measuring two properties accurately from the same surface at the same moment usually means using two separate instruments—adding cost and complexity to the
Shaheen presses Senate to cap insulin costs
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story Shaheen makes last-minute insulin pitch Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) is pressing Senate leadership to hold a floor vote on bipartisan legislation to cap insulin costs in private insurance
Warning more homes will be uninsurable due to flood risk
Aviva boss Amanda Blanc said England was "for sure" building homes that might be uninsurable at some point in the future.
Unis are offering degrees in content creation for £30,000. But are they worth it?
Content creation degrees aim to help people make money from their social media posts.
Ukraine's Zelenskiy says North Korea prepares to deploy another 10,000 troops to Russia
SEOUL, Sept 29 - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday there are more than 8,000 North Korean troops on Russian territory and preparations are underway to deploy another 10,000 troops.
Vance, RFK Jr., Mike Tyson to speak at MAHA Summit in DC
Vice President Vance, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former boxing heavyweight Mike Tyson are slated to speak Tuesday for the second Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Summit in Washington, D.C. The event will conclude with a "fireside chat"
Hayden Panettiere’s Ex-Fiancé Claims Non-Family May Have ‘Destroyed’ Star’s Emails, Jewelry Missing
Wladimir Klitschko is seeking standing to act on behalf of their 11-year-old daughter, the star’s sole heir, amid “urgent” concerns about potentially missing assets
Former ‘South Park’ Writer Launches Site to Expose Information About Cornell University Sexual Assault Case: ‘There Will Be Accountability’
Following the news that a former Cornell student had accused seven men of raping and drugging her at a frat house party in October 2024 — and none faced legal consequences — former “South Park” writer Toby Morton has launched a website dedicated to documenting the account of
John Le Carré’s Cold War Spymaster George Smiley Returns in First Look at Matthew Macfadyen in ‘Legacy of Spies’
John Le Carré’s legendary British Cold War spy George Smiley, last seen on screens in the acclaimed film “Tinker Tailer Soldier Spy’ (played by Gary Oldman, coincidentally now starring as another fictitious agent in “Slow Horses”), has finally returned. In the first image from
Control Resonant Director Explains The Game’s Lack Of Yellow Paint: ‘It Was A Conscious Decision, Obviously’
'If you want to get the most out of this world, you have to participate'
GTA 6’s $400 Collector’s Edition Is the Latest Example of a Horrible Trend
A new Grand Theft Auto 6 collectors box is the latest example of the games industry prioritizing high-spending customers above all else
Espionage boosted East Germany's economic output by 7.4%
East Germany's espionage activities in the West boosted the country's economic output by 7.4%. Value added in manufacturing alone increased by 22.3% through industrial espionage, equivalent to 20.2 billion East German marks or approximately 4.1 billion euros at 2020 prices.
