Explore

USA Today USA Today
Harry and Meghan blast Elon Musk, Big Tech over 'predatory' AI features

Harry and Meghan blast Elon Musk, Big Tech over 'predatory' AI features

Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry hailed Minnesota's recent AI move, while slamming Elon Musk for putting profit over online safety.
USA Today USA Today
Peter Buttigieg signals 2028 Democratic presidential bid

Peter Buttigieg signals 2028 Democratic presidential bid

Pete Buttigieg says he's "more inclined than not" to run for president in 2028, offering his clearest signal yet of another potential White House bid.
Reuters Reuters
Democratic US states sue to challenge Trump's latest tariffs

Democratic US states sue to challenge Trump's latest tariffs

By Dietrich Knauth NEW YORK, Aug 3 (Reuters) - A group of 25 Democratic-led U.S. states sued President Donald Trump's administration on Monday, arguing that the president's latest round of tariffs on goods from 60 trading partners, like most of his earlier sweeping tariffs, exceeds his legal
Reuters Reuters
States sue over Trump policy of sharing benefits data with immigration authorities

States sue over Trump policy of sharing benefits data with immigration authorities

By Nate Raymond Aug 3 (Reuters) - A coalition of Democratic-led U.S. states sued the Trump administration on Monday to block a new policy allowing federal immigration authorities to receive information about low-income families with children enrolled in a cash-assistance program.
AP News AP News
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Michigan’s state primary

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Michigan’s state primary

Michigan voters will decide a competitive Democratic U.S. Senate primary Tuesday in a contest that will have major implications for control of the chamber next year
AP News AP News
25 states sue over Trump's new tariffs, calling them 'pretext' to replace his old ones

25 states sue over Trump's new tariffs, calling them 'pretext' to replace his old ones

Twenty-five states sued the Trump administration Monday over its latest tariffs, calling them a pretext for replacing import taxes the Supreme Court struck down in February
AP News AP News
Breakneck pace in immigration courts is driving up deportation orders

Breakneck pace in immigration courts is driving up deportation orders

The Trump administration is packing immigration courtrooms and giving less lead-time on hearings in an effort to clear a decades-long backlog
Rapid Read Rapid Read
Former Congressman George Santos Settles Federal Probe Over Kalshi Trading

Former Congressman George Santos Settles Federal Probe Over Kalshi Trading

Former Congressman George Santos has reached a settlement with the federal Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regarding allegations of unlawful trading on the prediction marketplace Kalshi. Santos, a former Republican lawmaker from New York, agreed to forfeit over $17,000 in alleged earnings, pay a $17,500 fine, and accept a three-year trading ban. The settlement resolves an investigation into trades Santos made concerning his attendance at President Trump's State of the Union address. Despite settling, Santos and his lawyer maintain that the agreement does not constitute an admission of wrongdoing. Kalshi, which reported Santos to regulators, plans to pursue its own enforcement action and aims to reimburse affected traders if penalties are recovered.
Rapid Read Rapid Read
President Trump Reveals Rubio's Anti-ICC Campaign Aimed at Protecting Netanyahu from Prosecution

President Trump Reveals Rubio's Anti-ICC Campaign Aimed at Protecting Netanyahu from Prosecution

President Trump has disclosed that Secretary of State Marco Rubio's campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC) was designed to protect Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from prosecution. During a cabinet meeting at Camp David, Trump stated that Rubio was 'trying to defend Bibi and various other people.' This revelation follows Rubio's announcement of a U.S. initiative to 'dismantle' the ICC, which the State Department described as a 'whole-of-government response' to limit the court's operations. The campaign was initiated after the ICC issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and former Minister of Military Affairs Yoav Gallant over alleged war crimes in Gaza. The ICC, established in 2002, investigates serious international crimes when national courts fail to do so. The U.S. has historically rejected the ICC's authority, particularly after the court's interest in U.S. military actions in Afghanistan. The Trump administration previously imposed sanctions on ICC officials, including former p...
Rapid Read Rapid Read
New York to Implement Age Verification for Social Media Users to Protect Minors

New York to Implement Age Verification for Social Media Users to Protect Minors

Starting in January, New York will require social media users to verify their age to access certain features, as part of a law aimed at protecting minors from social media addiction. Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James announced the regulations, which are part of the SAFE Act enacted in 2024. The law restricts notifications to minors between midnight and 6 a.m. and limits access to feeds based on user engagement, which are deemed addictive. The regulations require large social media platforms to use third-party systems for age verification, though government ID is not mandatory. The initiative aims to reclaim childhood experiences by reducing the influence of social media on minors.
Trendline Trendline
Vulcan Infrastructure's Rebranding Sparks Environmental Concerns Amid AI Data Center Plans

Vulcan Infrastructure's Rebranding Sparks Environmental Concerns Amid AI Data Center Plans

Vulcan Infrastructure's Rebranding Sparks Environmental Concerns Amid AI Data Center Plans
Rapid Read Rapid Read
H-4 Visa Restrictions Lead to Relocation from U.S. to Canada for Indian Immigrant

H-4 Visa Restrictions Lead to Relocation from U.S. to Canada for Indian Immigrant

Shrutinder Kaur, an Indian immigrant, shared her experience of moving to the U.S. on an H-4 visa, which does not automatically allow work authorization. Despite having a law degree, Kaur faced challenges in the U.S. due to visa restrictions and the non-recognition of her foreign degree in Arizona. She pursued an MBA in New York, taking a significant financial risk with a $100,000 loan. Eventually, Kaur and her husband decided to relocate to Canada, where she found more freedom and job opportunities. The move was motivated by the desire for stability and a better quality of life, which they felt the U.S. could not provide.