Mace Defeat Heralds an Exodus of Rabble-Rousers From Congress
The Republican congresswoman from South Carolina, who made enemies on both sides of the political aisle, is just one of several flashy lawma…
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Texas Governor Seeks New Limits on Data Centers
Gov. Greg Abbott is urging tighter controls and a repeal of financial incentives for data centers, which have drawn complaints in rural Repu…
Trump Threatens More Strikes Against Iran, Citing Stalled Peace Talks
With no end to the turmoil in the Middle East, the U.N. secretary general lamented that a cease-fire had become “more like a lesser-fire.…
F.B.I. Searches California Plant Where Chemical Tank Nearly Exploded
Federal agents were looking for records that might shed light on why chemicals overheated, threatening a catastrophe in Orange County.
Trump Officials Say ICE Won’t Raid World Cup Games, but Fans Are Worried
Federal agents are there for security, not immigration enforcement, officials say. But trust is fragile after the administration’s recent …
A.I. Chatbot Helps a $100 Thrift Store Painting Sell for Over $250,000
When a son got curious about the origins of a painting his mother bought at a secondhand shop decades ago, Google Gemini had some intriguing…
Southern Baptists Move to Strengthen Ban on Women Pastors
The amendment passed easily at the denomination’s annual gathering. It needs approval again next year to enter the constitution.
‘X-Men’ Actor Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis to Raise Awareness Among Men
Tyler Mane said he was initially embarrassed to divulge the diagnosis but wanted to encourage other men to look out for the disease.
Indonesian Military Court Sentences Four in Acid Attack on Rights Advocate
The victim is an outspoken critic of Indonesia’s powerful military, and military prosecutors took over the case despite his objections.
Bill Gates Says Epstein Tried to Use His Extramarital Affairs Against Him
The billionaire philanthropist testified on Wednesday in a closed-door congressional hearing about the Justice Department’s investigation …
Hopes Dim for Renewing Spy Law as Trump Digs In on Bill Pulte
Republicans are struggling to extend a powerful surveillance authority set to lapse this weekend after President Trump alienated lawmakers w…
NASA Astronaut’s Video Shows Snaky Aurora From Space Station
The footage of the southern lights was shared on Sunday by Jessica Meir, commander of NASA’s Crew-12 mission.