August 27, 2025

WNBA’s Sky using counterterrorism tactics in the fight against online hate

The WNBA is ramping up its efforts to combat online hate. The Chicago Sky and Moonshot, a company that has its roots in counterterrorism and national security work, are teaming up to keep players safe. What is the WNBA doing to fight online hate? One year ago, the Sky announced a mental health campaign called […]

August 27, 2025

Newsom trolls Trump online — and the media has opinions: Bias Breakdown

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s new social media strategy — mimicking President Donald Trump’s online style with memes, nicknames, and trolling — has drawn sharply different reactions across the political media spectrum. Left-leaning networks like MSNBC praised the approach as “effective” and “provocative,” while right-leaning Fox News dismissed it as “embarrassing” and “childish.” Viewpoint omission Beneath the […]

August 27, 2025

Luxury cars never come cheap, but how are tariffs impacting the auto market?

President Donald Trump’s tariffs have impacted a plethora of goods and products, including automobiles. How are these tariffs impacting luxury vehicles, of which more than 40% are imported into the U.S.? The answer to that largely depends on which luxury automaker you ask. Limited impact on luxury cars “We haven’t seen any significant change in […]

August 27, 2025

Netanyahu calls Gaza hospital strike a ‘tragic mishap’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed regret over his military’s strike on Gaza’s Nasser Hospital on Monday, calling it a “tragic mishap” as international criticism grew. Netanyahu pledged a full inquiry, and Israeli authorities confirmed the military is investigating. Israel deeply regrets the tragic mishap that occurred today at the Nasser Hospital in Gaza. Israel […]

August 27, 2025

Bruises on Trump’s hands draw renewed concern

President Donald Trump had what appeared to be new bruising on his left hand while golfing on Saturday, and a dark bruise was seen on his right hand on Monday at the White House. The bruises have raised questions about Trump’s health, although the White House has dismissed those concerns. The Daily Beast first reported […]

August 27, 2025

UK police deploy facial recognition at London’s Notting Hill Carnival

London’s Metropolitan Police deployed live facial recognition at this year’s Notting Hill Carnival. The technology, which has been used by U.K. police 111 times this year, has stirred debate over privacy and public safety among civil liberties groups and law enforcement. The annual carnival, which celebrates Caribbean culture, attracts around 2 million attendees and is […]

August 27, 2025

NYC suspends 3 employees after inmate dies in Rikers Island custody: Report

New York City’s largest jail is in muddy waters again after three Department of Corrections employees were suspended Monday, nearly 48 hours after an inmate died in Rikers Island custody, The City reported. Officials were investigating whether staff missed required checks or ignored signs of medical distress. The NYC publication reported Monday the inmate — […]

August 27, 2025

Trump: Investigation on furniture tariffs now underway

President Donald Trump announced a “major tariff investigation” on furniture being imported into the U.S. He said the investigation will last 50 days, and furniture will be tariffed at a rate yet to be determined. Furniture tariffs A move toward furniture tariffs began in March when the president referenced Section 232 of the Trade Expansion […]

August 27, 2025

AFC West: Kelce makes Swift move, are Chiefs still the class of the division?

The Kansas City Chiefs, and specifically tight end Travis Kelce, have made a big move on the NFL’s cutdown day. They’ve added a 14-time Grammy-winning superstar to the family. How are the Chiefs reacting to ‘The Engagement’? The biggest news out of the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2025 training camp came Tuesday when Travis Kelce and […]

August 27, 2025

Trump calls for death penalty in DC murder cases despite city’s ban

President Donald Trump wants to bring capital punishment to Washington, D.C., for anyone convicted of murder in the nation’s capital. “If somebody kills somebody in the capital, Washington D.C., we’re going to be seeking the death penalty,” Trump told reporters Tuesday. “And that’s a very strong preventative.” Trump said states will have to make their […]