SHOCK POLL: Talarico leads both Republicans in new poll of Texas Senate race...

The Austin Democrat, who won his party’s nomination in March, led Cornyn and Paxton by margins of 3 and 5 percentage points, respectively. Both results were within the survey’s margin of error.

New poll: Democrat James Talarico leads both Republicans in Texas US Senate race

The Austin Democrat leads Sen. John Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton in latest survey.

US lawmakers take on AI chatbots, fraud in new bills

American lawmakers are collaborating on new artificial intelligence legislation. The proposals aim to enhance safety for children and workers while supporting innovation. One bill seeks parental controls for AI chatbots. Another bill promotes AI research and …

Ranking each team's 2026 NFL Draft class: Chiefs, Browns, Jets crush it; Steelers, Rams, 49ers raise questions

Keep reading to see how your team did -- everything from our favorite picks to best values to most surprising selections

Netflix Sets Lineup of New Movies Coming in Summer 2026

Your look ahead at all the new movies coming up on Netflix throughout the next few months!

CHATBOT Act Introduced in Senate

The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, in a press release today: U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Senators Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), John Curtis (R-Utah), and Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) today introduced th…

Grading each team's 2026 NFL Draft class: Chiefs, Jets, Bills crush it; Steelers, Rams, 49ers raise questions

Keep reading to see how your team did -- everything from our favorite picks to best values to most surprising selections

US British Embassy chef shares menu served to Charles and Camilla on first day of state visit

The head chef of the U.S. British Embassy prepared an afternoon tea for more than 650 guests in Washington, DC, on Monday

‘I don’t have to listen to this B.S.’: Watch Lee Zeldin school purple-haired member of Congress on American law

'You're very defensive about not knowing the two biggest landmark Supreme Court cases of the last year with regards to your question'

Former FCC officials want to force a vote on the ‘weapon’ Brendan Carr has invoked against broadcasters

Several former Federal Communications Commissioners and staffers across parties are urging a federal appeals court to force a vote on the FCC's news distortion policy, which they argue should be repealed after being abused by Republican Chair Brendan Carr. On…

Are cheap fares worth your tax dollars? Budget airlines want help paying for fuel

It's not just Spirit Airlines. The nation's budget carriers are asking the federal government for help paying for skyrocketing jet fuel costs.

King Charles breaks royal protocol as he reunites with old friend who pulls him in for a hug during Washington DC garden party

In footage taken during the King and Queen Camilla's lavish tea party held at the British Embassy in Washington, the King was captured sharing a warm embrace with a close friend.

The Midterms Aren’t Stopping the Anti-Abortion Movement—Even as Trump Tries to Shut Everyone Up

Since 2007, Jezebel has been the Internet's most treasured source for everything celebrities, sex, and politics...with teeth.

Lip reader reveals what President Trump said to King Charles III after royals arrived at White House

President Trump brought up both Saturday night’s shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner and Russian President Vladimir Putin within minutes of King Charles III and Queen Camilla arriving at the White House Monday to kick off their historic state v…

Royal-tea with the Trumps! Inside King and Queen's afternoon sit-down with US President and Melania - from His Majesty's favoured Fortnum & Mason Earl Grey to fruitcake and scones

The royals drank the monarch's favoured Earl Grey blend and enjoyed cakes and sandwiches as they arrived in Washington DC for what is expected to be a landmark state visit.

Didn't fancy knitting yourself a tie, Tom? Olympic diver Daley bags coveted invite to King's garden party in Washington but his choice of outfit fails to make a splash

The retired star received a coveted invite to a garden party hosted at the UK ambassador's residence in the US capital.

Queen Camilla sends subtle message of Anglo-American unity with Melania Trump-favoured Dior dress and historic brooch on day one of state visit with King Charles

Her Majesty exuded elegance in a new candy floss Dior coat dress as she disembarked the plane in Washington to begin their four-day trip to reinforce strained transatlantic ties.

Jimmy Kimmel says Melania Trump joke not 'call to assassination'

Donald and Melania Trump attacked the comedian for a joke he made several days before a man opened fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

'Keep trying!': King jokes with US comedian who tries his best Charles impression when they meet at Washington garden party

The British royal clearly enjoyed meeting Matt Friend and urged him to 'keep trying' when he heard the impression during a lavish garden party for 650 guests in Washington DC .

Jimmy Kimmel Says “Expectant Widow” Joke Was Not A “Call To Assassination” As Late-Night Host Faces “Déjà Vu”

Jimmy Kimmel is not having the President’s latest attacks. The comedian opened his show on Monday joking that “sometimes you wake up in the morning and the First Lady puts out a statement demanding you be fired from your job. We’ve all been there, right?” Las…

Fetterman says America must turn down the temperature after White House Correspondents Dinner shooting

Sen. Fetterman says America must turn down the political temperature after the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting left the nation shaken.

Abby Phillip brutally fact-checks MAGA pundit with devastating takedown

CNN's Abby Phillip brutally fact-checked a MAGA pundit during Monday's broadcast of her show "NewsNight" over the White House's claim that left-wing rhetoric inspired the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday. Ben Ferguson, who co-hos…

King and Queen meet the cream of DC society and a host of UK stars at lavish garden party thrown in their honour at the US Ambassador's Washington residence as Day 1 of their state visit concludes

King Charles and Queen Camilla rounded off a packed and diplomatically crucial first day in the United States by hosting a lavish garden party for 650 guests.

Bernie Sanders' plans to schmooze with top Beijing AI experts ignites backlash: 'Holy sh--'

Sen. Bernie Sanders draws scrutiny for hosting Chinese AI governance officials at a Capitol Hill event while pushing policies critics say give Beijing a leg up over the US in the global AI arms race.

King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war

WASHINGTON: Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States on Monday (Apr 27) for a four-day trip, welcomed by self-proclaimed royal fan Donald Trump even as the US president has differed with the British government over the Iran war.Th…

Rapist And Alleged Serial Murderer’s Remains Removed From Military Cemetery

The remains of a rapist were removed last week from a Texas military cemetery as a result of legislation sponsored by Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz.

Cincinnati Reds surge to No. 6 in MLB Power Rankings

The Cincinnati Reds move to No. 6 in the MLB Power Rankings thanks to sluggers Sal Stewart and Elly De La Cruz

Melania says ABC should 'take a stand' on Jimmy Kimmel

US first lady Melania Trump said it was time for ABC to "take a stand" on host Jimmy Kimmel over a monologue he delivered prior to the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington DC.

‘Capitalism works because the losers die’: Kevin O’Leary says it’s a ‘really bad idea’ for the federal government to bail out Spirit Airlines

The Shark Tank star and multimillionaire investor says the Trump administration's reported $500 million rescue plan props up "bad management" and undermines the free market.

Remains of suspected serial killer finally booted from US military cemetery

An apparent torture chamber was later discovered inside a small closet at his home.

Here’s Laughing Water Capital’s Updates on Nextnav (NN)

Laughing Water Capital, an investment management company, released its first-quarter 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The...

Trump Says Shooting at White House Correspondents’ Dinner Won’t Derail Iran Policy

Shots were fired outside the Washington Hilton on Saturday night during the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner, prompting the evacuation of President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and other senior officials. A Secret Service agent…

Jennifer Lopez, 56, exhibits off her sculpted abs within the fitness center: ‘Rise and grind!’ - london24news.co.uk

Jennifer Lopez was up early on Sunday working out in the gym, and she shared a slideshow of snaps of her impressively sculpted abs as proof.The 56-year-old Bronx-born pop diva flexed her etched six-pack while clad in a plunging white-ribbed cropped s

Severance actor Adam Scott on filming in west Cork: ‘I was the American weirdo upstairs. I loved it’

Severance star’s new film is Hokum, directed by the Irish film-maker Damian McCarthy

Jennifer Lopez, 56, shows off her sculpted abs in the gym: 'Rise and grind!'

The Bronx-born pop diva flexed her six-pack while clad in a plunging white-ribbed cropped sweater over a black sports bra, matching low-rise leggings and white sneakers

2026 NFL Draft Winners and Losers: Jets, Giants Get to Work Changing Their Cultures

Former NFL scout Bucky Brooks picks the teams that helped themselves the most and a few that helped themselves the least.

2026 NFL Draft Recap: Every trade and all 257 picks

Recapping the entire 2026 NFL Draft.

Dick Durbin’s Defining Flip-Flop

Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois, who has served as the Senate’s Democrat whip for more than 20 years, went down to the Senate floor on Jan. 21, 2025, to speak about a bill aimed at protecting the lives of certain newborn babies. He was against it. The Born-Alive…

Colorado lawmakers grapple with limits on kids’ AI chatbot interactions — and access to adult content

"I think when you’re trying to regulate something that moves inherently faster than legislation ever could, it’s going to be a moving target," said Rep. Sean Camacho, who's sponsoring a chatbot safety bill.

2026 NFL Draft Grades for all NFC Teams: Giants earn high marks, 49ers get an F

The Giants got blue chip players at discount prices, making them one of the biggest winners of the 2026 NFL Draft. The 49ers, on the other hand, repeatedly reached to get their guys.

Giants and Jets each got A-pluses in the AP's NFL draft early grades

Edge Jaishawn Barham (92), CB Devin Moore (114) and edge LT Overton (137) give new defensive coordinator Christian Parker more talent to develop. OT Drew...

The 2026 NFL Draft is complete. See the 49ers projected depth chart

Here's a look at the San Francisco 49ers' projected depth chart for the 2026 NFL season, including new draftees.

Trump's cheating plot torpedoed by a woman he's likely never heard of

Tuesday night’s victory for Democrats in Virginia was a major turning point in the midterms, once again delivering a message to Republicans that they can’t just keep trying to gerrymander their way into stealing seats in Congress.But “Why won’t you just let u…

Report: King Charles, NYC Mayor Mamdani Expected to Attend 9/11 Memorial Event

King Charles III is expected to attend a wreath-laying ceremony at the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in Manhattan next week, where New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, is also anticipated to be among the officials present, acc…

Best players available after Round 1

There’s a plethora of good prospects for the Rams on Day 2

Spirit Airlines deal threatens yet another bailout boondoggle

Rewarding failure and punishing success isn’t a very smart economic game plan — but that's what Washington does, again and again.

Social Media Posts And A Spanish Campaign Ad Expose John Cornyn’s History Of Support For Amnesty

Texas Republican Sen. John Cornyn is facing scrutiny after campaign staff social media posts and a 2020 election campaign ad resurfaced online this week.

NIMBY ‘white progressives’: New Yorkers who supported socialist Mamdani for mayor now are suing him!

Legal action follows announcement about a homeless shelter in their neighborhood

Supporters Turn On Mamdani For Slipping In Homeless Shelter Under Their Noses

East Village residents who gave Mayor Mamdani landslide victory are suing to block homeless shelter fast-tracked into their neighborhood using emergency powers.

Social media erupts after Mamdani's far-left supporters turn on him over homeless shelter: 'Oops'

East Village residents who voted for New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani by a 40-point margin are now suing to stop a building in their neighborhood from becoming a temporary homeless shelter. The lawsuit, filed with the New York City Supreme Court on Monday, shows…

Time Again For America's Sexennial Fantasy: Can We PLEASE Sh*tcan Lindsey Graham?

Voters love Graham like they love his precious Iran war.

Trump’s Polling Is Now as Bad as It Was After the Jan. 6 Capitol Riots

A full 70% of Americans now say that the economy is getting worse, and that it's the fault of Trump. It's time for Republicans to flee.

Trump’s “New Dawn for Cuba” Regime Change

The Trump administration has declared a two-week deadline on Cuba to release two “high-profile” prisoners, Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara and Maykel Castillo Pérez (aka Maykel Osorbo), described as dissident artists from the San Isidro movement (Movimiento San I…

Porsche Drops Its 45% Stake In Bugatti Rimac As It Scrambles To Save Money

Porsche is completely pulling out from Bugatti and Rimac as it focuses on the "core business." Trump says the feds may just buy Spirit Airlines, and more.

GOP Lawmakers Are Pushing “Alarming” Bills to Shield Big Oil From Climate Liability

This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Republican lawmakers are attempting to shield big oil from having to pay for its contributions to the climate crisis, alarming environmental …

Social media erupts after Mamdani's far-left supporters turn on him over homeless shelter: 'Oops'

East Village voters who backed Mayor Zohran Mamdani by a 40-point margin are now suing to stop a homeless shelter plan, drawing conservative criticism online.

Romeo Beckham and Kim Turnbull put on a very stylish display as they leave the Louis Vuitton Hotel Mayfair pop-up opening party hand-in-hand

The model and former football player, 23, cut a casual display in a pair of dark denim jeans, which he paired with a black T-shirt and a brown-and-white striped jacket.

Trump Confirms He Is Eyeing Spirit Airlines Takeover

President Trump said Thursday that he was weighing a taxpayer-funded takeover of Spirit Airlines with the intent of reselling the struggling budget carrier after oil prices drop. The president confirmed his continued interest in offering Spirit a financial li…

Wall Street Journal Torches Trump’s Airline Plan With ‘Trump Shuttle’ Dig

The newspaper's conservative editorial board condemned the idea with a blast from the president's past.

Trump weighs Spirit Airlines takeover, eyes resale after oil price drop report says

President Donald Trump is exploring a government takeover of Spirit Airlines. The plan involves buying the struggling airline with taxpayer money. The aim is to resell Spirit for a profit once oil prices decrease. This move could save jobs and an airline. Det…

What smart people are saying about a potential Spirit Airlines bailout

Some analysts and aviation experts are concerned about the market risks posed by government intervention and whether Spirit is fundamentally viable.

NFL Draft 2026 results: Every pick from Rounds 1 through 6

Check out the full list of draft picks from the 2026 NFL Draft.

Trump Faces Conservative Mutiny Over Potential $500M Spirit Airlines Bailout (Torrie Herrington/NOTUS)

Torrie Herrington / NOTUS: Trump Faces Conservative Mutiny Over Potential $500M Spirit Airlines Bailout  —  Republican Sen. Ted Cruz called it a “TERRIBLE idea.”  — Copy  —  President Donald Trump confirmed Thursday that the White House is considering a bailo…

Trump confirms he's weighing a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines "for the right price"

President Trump said Thursday that he was weighing a taxpayer-funded takeover of Spirit Airlines​ with the intent of reselling the struggling budget carrier​ after oil prices drop.

Trump considers a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell carrier

Trump considers a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell carriertwincities.com

Spirit Airlines says financial aid from the US government would help it keep flying

A lawyer for Spirit Airlines says the struggling budget carrier is in advanced talks with the U.S. government on a financing deal that would help it emerge from bankruptcy protection

Ryan Roberts' Final 2026 NFL Draft Top-250 Big Board

A to Z Sports NFL Draft analyst Ryan Roberts dropped his top-250 big board for the 2026 NFL Draft. It is a collection of stars and sleepers for the class.

Spirit is broken

The bright yellow livery of Spirit Airlines may soon disappear from the skies. The country's seventh-largest airline has been in financial trouble for years: It hasn't turned a profit since 2019 and filed for bankruptcy twice in the last two years. Despite al…

My Top 300 Big Board

Randy Soare’s top-300 prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft

Parents push Congress to act on kids' online safety after juries find Meta and YouTube liable for harm

Roughly 70 parents traveled to the U.S. Capitol to push for online safety legislation after juries found Meta and YouTube liable for harming children.

Possible Spirit rescue fuels new fears about government involvement in business

The Trump administration is discussing a $500 million rescue deal for Spirit Airlines that could leave the federal government owning up to 90% of the company.

Washington Enters Its TMZ Era

Washington, D.C., is bracing for new dirt from gossip outlet TMZ. ‘If they just make a mockery of a widely mocked institution, that would be a shame,’ Axios’ Jim VandeHei tells Charlotte Klein.

Who are the top 300 prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft? Here's 1 opinion

Who's the top 300 players in the 2026 NFL Draft? Here's who the Beacon Journal believes are in that group.

Nigerian newspapers review: [Vanguard Economic Discourse] How Nigeria can achieve food security – Experts

Another headline has reports on United States Senator Ted Cruz, accusing the Nigerian government officials of involvement in attacks against Christians in the country. The post Nigerian newspapers review: [Vanguard Economic Discourse] How Nigeria can achieve …

Americans are paying more attention to Canada. Should we worry?

American media, politicians and other right-wing influencers are paying more attention than ever before to Canada's domestic politics. Why does the MAGAsphere suddenly care so much, and what does it mean for Canada?

Senate makes mockery of Ali Act hearing

Screenshot of boxer Nico Ali Walsh from Senate Hearings on Ali Act 4/22/2026

Republicans Slam Reported Spirit Airlines Bailout: 'Not The Best Use Of Taxpayer Dollars'

Prominent GOP lawmakers voiced concerns about a possible deal by the Trump administration.

US senator claims Nigerian officials complicit in Christian killings

US Senator Ted Cruz claims Nigerian officials are complicit in the mass killing of Christians, citing over 50,000 deaths since 2009 in a recent hearing. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-senator-claims-nigerian-officials-complicit-in-christian-killings/

Broader Concerns Over AI Emerge in Senate Judiciary Hearing on Chinese IP Theft

China was not the only actor being scrutinized today during a full Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, titled “Stealth Stealing: China’s Ongoing Theft of U.S. Innovation.”  Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) stood in for Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) as Chair and ope…

Oscar De La Hoya warns Zuffa plan could take control of boxing

Oscar De La Hoya used a U.S. Senate hearing on Wednesday to deliver a direct ... continue Oscar De La Hoya warns Zuffa plan could take control of boxing @ Boxing News 24

Muhammad Ali's grandson and Oscar De La Hoya condemn controversial Ali Act reforms in U.S. Senate hearing

"If this bill is passed in its current form, ⁠it should not have my grandfather's name on it," Nico Ali Walsh proclaimed to the committee, "as it would betray the principles his Act was created to protect."

Senate Advances Massive Border Funding Plan. Will It Survive?

The Senate is rapidly pursuing a plan to inject funds into Department of Homeland Security immigration agencies that Democrats have denied funding. Congressional leaders will have the potentially difficult task of uniting their slim majorities around the plan…

Ted Cruz Bets $100 That Dems Will Try Midterm Stunt 'That Is Not Hard To Predict'

"This is a political stunt that is coming," the GOP Texas senator said.

De La Hoya and Ali's grandson slam proposed federal boxing reform

Oscar De La Hoya and Muhammad Ali's grandson on Wednesday slammed proposed changes to federal boxing laws, warning a US Senate committee that the reforms would prioritize corporate profits and Saudi investors over fighters."This is a fundamental shift in powe…

'Texas & Florida Realtors' Phones Are Ringing' — Sen. Ted Cruz Warns Second-Home Tax For 'The Rich' In NYC Will Trigger Wealth Exodus

US senator accuses Nigerian officials of complicity in killings of Christians

US Senator Ted Cruz alleges Nigerian officials are complicit in the mass killing of Christians in Nigeria, citing thousands of deaths and destroyed churche Read More: https://punchng.com/us-senator-accuses-nigerian-officials-of-complicity-in-killings-of-chri…

Trump Reads 2 Chronicles 7 from Oval Office Desk in Bible Marathon for Nation's 250th Anniversary

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump delivered a pre-recorded reading of 2 Chronicles 7:11-22 from his desk in the Oval Office on Tuesday, joining hundreds of participants in the weeklong "America Reads the Bible" event that organizers describe as a spiritual …

Nigerian govt officials complicit in facilitating terrorism - Ted Cruz tells US Senate

Senator Ted Cruz has accused officials of the Nigerian government of facilitating violence against Christians in the country. The lawmaker, who spoke on the floor of the Senate on Tuesday, lamented that despite the government's promises to tackle the security…

The Redistricting Vote: Virginia Is Where Trump’s Scheme Came to Die

Yes, Virginia! The passage of a ballot initiative that allows Virginia Democrats to gerrymander the state’s congressional districts will make it easier for Democrats to win the House and put another check on our autocratic president. But just as importantly, …

Gavin Newsom hit with humiliating New York Times ‘bestseller’ asterisk

Gavin Newsom's PAC spent $1.6 million boosting sales of his memoir "Young Man in a Hurry."