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Trump downplays the need to check AI development and says he doesn't want to cede edge to China

Trump downplays the need to check AI development and says he doesn't want to cede edge to China

President Donald Trump is playing down the need for his administration to check the development of artificial intelligence

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Lake America today. Trump Strait tomorrow? | Letters

Lake America today. Trump Strait tomorrow? | Letters

Freep readers are on fire this week, weighing in with a Dolly Parton/Trump mashup and discourse on the obscure maritime law that affects gas prices.

Diplomacy stumbles with postponement of meeting on Strait of Hormuz proposal

Diplomacy stumbles with postponement of meeting on Strait of Hormuz proposal

By Mohammed Ghobari , Nayera Abdallah and Bo Erickson ADEN/DUBAI, Sept 14 (Reuters) - Middle East diplomacy appeared to falter heading into Monday with the postponement of a meeting between Iran and other Persian Gulf powers, while fresh attacks around the region's two most important oil transit

House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump's $5,000 'dividend' needs congressional approval

House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump's $5,000 'dividend' needs congressional approval

House Speaker Mike Johnson says Congress would have to approve President Donald Trump's proposal to send $5,000 to each American adult if the Republican Party maintains control of the House and Senate in the November election

Trump loves the game of golf and takes pride in his relationships with some of the pros

Trump loves the game of golf and takes pride in his relationships with some of the pros

President Donald Trump loves golf

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries Projected as Potential Speaker of the House Following 2026 Midterms

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries Projected as Potential Speaker of the House Following 2026 Midterms

In a speculative political quiz regarding the 2026 midterm elections, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) is identified as a potential 'biggest winner' of the midterms, with the possibility of becoming the first African-American to be elected as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. This projection is based on a scenario where Democrats win control of the House while Republicans retain control of the Senate. The quiz, designed to predict future political events, positions Jeffries as a significant figure in the Democratic Party's future leadership. The context of the quiz also touches upon broader political landscapes, including the influence of President Trump, the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the rise of certain political ideologies within both major parties.

NFL roundup: Bears score 59 in record-setting Week 1 win over Panthers

NFL roundup: Bears score 59 in record-setting Week 1 win over Panthers

By Field Level Media Sep 14 (Field Level Media) - Caleb Williams threw for two touchdowns and ran for two more and the Chicago Bears pulled away for a 59-37 victory against the Carolina Panthers in Charlotte in the highest-scoring Week 1 game in NFL history.

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NFL power rankings Week 2 shaken up with Bears, 49ers, Cardinals wins

NFL power rankings Week 2 shaken up with Bears, 49ers, Cardinals wins

NFL Week 2 power rankings see shakeup after wins by Cardinals, Jets, Steelers, Vikings, Jaguars, Bears, Bengals, Eagles, Lions, 49ers, Bills, Ravens.

Trump to visit Ireland's leaders before attending golf tournament

Trump to visit Ireland's leaders before attending golf tournament

By Bo Erickson and Padraic Halpin DUBLIN, Sept 12 (Reuters) - U.S.

House tees up vote on Russia sanctions bill, but prospects for passage are uncertain

House tees up vote on Russia sanctions bill, but prospects for passage are uncertain

The House is expected to take up a punishing Russian sanctions package next week, though prospects of passage are uncertain despite the overwhelming support the bill received in the Senate

Pro Picks: Broncos will upset the Chiefs on Monday night

Pro Picks: Broncos will upset the Chiefs on Monday night

Patrick Mahomes is back

New York Lawmakers Propose Legislation to Reduce Vehicle Miles Traveled by 20% by 2050

New York Lawmakers Propose Legislation to Reduce Vehicle Miles Traveled by 20% by 2050

New York lawmakers are considering Senate Bill S4044 and Assembly Bill A4230, which aim to establish a statewide goal of reducing vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by 20% by 2050. This legislation would require certain highway-capacity projects to be evaluated against this VMT reduction goal, potentially necessitating additional analysis or mitigation for projects expected to increase vehicle miles. The bills, currently in committee, reflect a growing national trend where states like California, Minnesota, Colorado, Washington, and Oregon are shifting transportation policy focus from traditional traffic congestion to VMT reduction and greenhouse gas emissions. The proposed New York legislation does not impose a mileage tax but seeks to create a policy framework where reducing private driving is an official government objective. Mitigation strategies outlined in the bills include promoting public transportation, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, remote work, broadband expansion, and changes to parking manag...