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Hegseth names investor who made anti-Islam remarks about Mamdani to Pentagon tech board
The Defense Department has appointed to its recently established Science, Technology and Innovation Board (STIB) a Silicon Valley venture capitalist accused of making Islamophobic remarks targeting New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth named Shaun
It's not DOGE, it's COGE: Mamdani introduces commission to make NYC more effective
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) announced the appointment of a new commission on Thursday focused on improving the effectiveness of the city's government. The newly-unveiled Commission on Government Efficiency (COGE) drew immediate comparisons to the controversial
Portugal breaks hottest May day record as Europe swelters in heatwave
French students are taking their exams in baking schools, while red alerts are issued in Italy.
DOJ sues over denied ‘undercover license plates’ for DHS officers
The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday filed lawsuits against four states for refusing to issue “undercover” license plates to federal immigration officers. The lawsuits against Maine, Washington, Oregon and Massachusetts follow a letter sent from the DOJ earlier this
Overwatch Just Teased Its New Hero And Maybe Redeemed One Of Its Old Ones In The Process
The shooter’s latest collab with J-pop duo YOASOBI brought something more substantial than a new skin
Rogan on 'odd' UFC White House event: 'I don't like it'
Podcaster and UFC announcer Joe Rogan is pushing back on a fight night event planned for next month at the White House, an event that will coincide with the country’s “America 250” celebrations and commemorate President Trump’s 80th birthday. "I don't like the idea of fighting
‘They’re a private company, run for profit!’: fury in Kent at South East Water’s outages
Water company blames increased demand amid extreme heat, but customers want answers about lack of storage reservoirs “Spitting, fuming, angry and powerless” is how Pat Prestage describes her emotions after a water outage that has affected thousands of homes in Kent during a May
Witcher 3 Songs of the Past DLC opens up some wild options
The new Witcher 3 DLC could take place right after the end of the game's story or give players a look into Geralt's past.
5 things to know as launch day approaches for Trump accounts
You may soon receive an email about your child's Trump account. Here's what to know.
Help, An Immortal Snail Is Chasing My Mouse Cursor While I Work And If It Touches Me I Can Never Play This Game Again
I will not let it catch me—oh god wait no there it is
US, Iran agree deal framework, awaiting Trump approval: US sources
US and Iranian negotiators have agreed on a framework for a 60-day ceasefire extension deal but it still needs President Donald Trump's approval, US sources told AFP on Thursday. The sources confirmed a report by the Axios news outlet that the two sides had reached agreement on
Mitochondria reveal built-in speed control for protein production
Researchers at the University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) and the Max Planck Institute (MPI) for Multidisciplinary Sciences have elucidated how the production of certain proteins and their insertion into the inner membrane of mitochondria are coordinated.
Framework could deliver fairer insurance deals for customers
Insurance companies could use a new research-based tool to reduce "proxy discrimination" in the pricing models that shape premiums in the sector.
Washington steps back from Russia-Ukraine mediation, and it's not a bad thing
The Trump administration's mediation effort to end the Russia-Ukraine war has failed due to a lack of progress, mishandling of negotiations, and Trump's unwillingness to use leverage against the Kremlin.
UTA Signs Outdoor Lifestyle Influencer Steven Rinella and His Company MeatEater
UTA is hunting for cash in the great outdoors: The agency has signed Steven Rinella, an influential creator in the outdoor-lifestyle space, and his multiplatform media company, MeatEater, for representation. Rinella’s MeatEater, founded in 1999, has grown into a diversified
Hallie Jackson Has San Francisco in Sights as NBC News’ Streaming Efforts Expand in Linear TV
Worlds are colliding for NBC News’ Hallie Jackson. The Washington-based anchor and correspondent on most weekdays can be seen leading a two-hour program, “Hallie Jackson Now,” that live streams on the NBC News Now service. And on Sundays, she is behind the desk for “NBC Nightly
Megyn Kelly, New York Post call out Trump over IRS slush fund, 'corruption'
You know the optics are pretty bad when even the people usually defending President Trump are starting to ring the alarm.
Newsom says California will impose 100 percent tax on 'anti-weaponization fund' recipients
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Wednesday said he will impose a 100 percent tax on state residents who receive money from the Trump administration’s new $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund meant to compensate those who feel wrongfully prosecuted by the government. “One
US, Iran reach tentative deal, waiting for Trump’s approval, sources say
The United States and Iran reached a tentative agreement on Thursday to extend the shaky ceasefire in the Middle East and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but President Trump’s approval remains pending, according to U.S. sources. The two sides have struck a deal on a 60-day
Trump endorses Pashinyan ahead of Armenia’s high-stakes, historic elections
Trump endorsed PM Pashinyan by calling on Armenians to “Make Armenia Great Again“ ahead of the decisive June elections. The US and EU’s support for Armenia’s pro-West course and Russia's mounting economic pressure to counter Pashinyan mark the geopolitical juncture.
Overwatch's latest anniversary mode brings back pre-Overwatch 2 6v6 and I have to admit, I missed it
I forgot how much fun playing off tank is.
Chanel Beads – “Dust In The Wind”
“I close my eyes only for a moment, then that moment’s gone. All my dreams pass before my eyes with curiosity. Dust in the wind. All they are is dust in the wind.” Kerry Livgren of the band Kansas wrote those profound words in 1977, and they have not blown away like dust in
Myanmar president to embark on first India visit since taking over
May 28 - Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing will embark on an official visit to India from May 30 to June 3, India's foreign ministry said on Thursday, in what could be his first since he took over last month.
James Talarico bashed the American flag! Wrong for Texas?
Look, if you have mixed feelings about the flag, maybe you shouldn’t be running for political office.
Steam Deck's price increase sends Valve fans into a meltdown
Fans desperately wanted to believe Valve wasn't like other profit-driven gaming companies thanks to the company's stewardship by Gabe Newell
A Timeline of RFK Jr.’s Mixed Messaging on the Measles Vaccine
In defending his record on measles, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. twice said during a recent Senate hearing, “We promote" the measles vaccine. While it’s true that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continues to recommend the shot,
Tessa Thompson, Katie Aselton, Amy Baer and Raamla Mohamed Hunter Elected to WIF Board of Directors (EXCLUSIVE)
Actress and producer Tessa Thompson, actress and director Katie Aselton, film producer Amy Baer and television writer, producer and showrunner Raamla Mohamed Hunter have been elected to Women In Film, Los Angeles’ (WIF) 2026 Board of Directors. The cohort will work alongside
Here’s where you can preorder the new Oura Ring 5
If you’ve been waiting for a smaller version of the Oura Ring, the company’s latest wearable is now available for preorder ahead of its June 4th release from Oura and various third-party retailers, including both Amazon and Walmart. The Oura Ring 5, which starts at $399, is 40
US, Iran reportedly on the verge of a deal
💵 Plus: Trump officials push for $250 bill with Trump’s face {beacon} Happy Thursday. Have you heard of the infamous egg roll filled with Skyline chili that was sold as a promotion during the Reds-Mets game? This clip of a broadcaster sampling the ~creative~ concoction had me
One in six kids could be experiencing online sexual exploitation and abuse
One in six internet-using children from a survey of nearly 12,000 children in 12 countries across Asia and Africa are found to experience at least one form of technology-facilitated sexual exploitation and abuse, with many experiences undisclosed, according to research
