Slasher sequel: Trump again proposes major cuts to U.S. science spending
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China announces suspended death sentences for ex-defence ministers
A military court on Thursday sentenced Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu to death with a two-year reprieve. This means their death sentences will be commuted to life imprisonment after two years, without the possibility of sentence reduction or parole, Xinhua reports. Source link
House Democrat proposes bipartisan national commission for political violence after WHCA dinner shooting
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) on Sunday urged lawmakers to create a bipartisan national commission for political violence following the shooting at the annual White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner. “To see journalists like you and others ducking under tables was just horrifying,” Khanna said during an appearance on NBC’s “Meet the Press” with Kristen Welker. ……
Why Harrison Ford Deserves Emmy Recognition for ‘Shrinking’ Season 3
“Never tell me the odds!” What more does Harrison Ford have left to prove before the Television Academy finally calls his name on Emmy night? In “Shrinking,” the 83-year-old screen legend delivers some of his finest work as Dr. Paul Rhoades, a brilliant therapist grappling with the slow progression of Parkinson’s disease. Across three seasons,…
Iran Menaces Hormuz and Tests US Blockade
Iranian gunboats fired on two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran’s own tankers tested a US naval blockade, as Tehran tightened its grip on the vital waterway with peace talks in limbo. (Source: Bloomberg) Source link
Rangers fans face ban for derby amid dispute with Celtic
Rangers said in a statement: “Celtic FC informed us that they will not provide any tickets for the forthcoming game to our supporters unless we agree not to allocate tickets to members of the Union Bears. “We have firmly rejected those conditions and have referred the matter to the SPFL board.” Rangers stress they “have…
Laz Alonso Takes His Commanders Loyalty and Cowboys Slander to Rich Eisen
Laz Alonso showed up to The Rich Eisen Show on Tuesday and had himself a day. The Boys star made an appearance on the popular sports talk program and clearly didn’t come just to answer interview questions. He came to have fun. The conversation covered his hit Amazon Prime Video series, his Washington Commanders loyalty,…
Cassidy loses Louisiana Senate GOP primary as Trump-backed challenger advances to runoff
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) was projected to fail to advance to the runoff in Louisiana’s GOP Senate primary Saturday, according to Decision Desk HQ, ending the incumbent senator’s reelection bid after years of political fallout from his vote to convict President Trump following the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Trump-endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow (R-La.) and……
Banking Industry Says Clarity Act Stablecoin Proposal Would Enable ‘Evasion’
In brief Top banking groups say the new Clarity Act language leaves loopholes regarding stablecoin yield. The compromise would ban direct yield on stablecoins but still allow some rewards tied to account balances. The banks’ statement comes as senators prepare for a long-delayed committee vote on the Clarity Act. A coalition of the nation’s top…
XRP Price May Rebound 50% After ETFs Add $84M in April
XRP (XRP) price was up 1.2% over the last 24 hours to trade at $1.40 on Wednesday. Several market and technical factors suggest that the XRP/USD pair may climb further as long as key support levels hold. Key takeaways: Spot XRP ETFs are set to record their strongest monthly inflows since December 2025, signaling renewed…