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LA Metro crash suspect’s haunting text hours before fatal wreck — as friend reveals troubled background

2026-09-16

Authorities said Rios was suspected of reckless driving, running a red light and a possible DUI.

Trump says he still has confidence in Fed Chair Warsh, demands 1% or lower interest rates

2026-09-16

President Donald Trump previously threatened to cut off trade with countries that have trade surpluses with the U.S. if the Fed doesn’t cut interest rates.

Israel and Morocco agree to open embassies, upgrading diplomatic ties

2026-09-16

Both sides agreed to expand air travel and resume direct commercial flights.

Here's why an Arizona medical examiner is working to track heat-related deaths

2026-09-16

No one across the U.S. is consistently tracking climate-fueled deaths. One medical examiner has a new protocol on heat-deaths.

Defiant Ed Sheeran fans vow to support star as they argue he 'shouldn't be blamed' after ALL opening acts dropped out of his tour amid Macklemore 'Free Palestine' row

2026-09-16

Ed Sheeran fans have vowed to support the star as they argued he ‘shouldn’t be blamed’ after all the opening acts dropped out of his tour following Macklemore’s ‘Free Palestine’ row.

House Passes Bill Taking Aim at Data Center Electricity Costs

2026-09-16

The measure would direct state regulators to consider rules requiring data centers to cover higher energy costs, but it would not compel them to do so.

100% tariffs on India? Russia sanctions bill passed by US House; awaits Trump’s sign

2026-09-17

The US House has successfully passed a sanctions bill aimed at Russian officials and the energy sector. This new legislation empowers President Trump to impose tariffs on significant buyers of Russian oil. India might encounter a staggering 100 percent tariff on its imports due to its energy…

Divisions emerge in the tech industry over calls for a coordinated AI slowdown

2026-09-16

Fears about out-of-control artificial intelligence and suggestions to hit the brakes on the technology’s development aren’t new, but they have recently found new life as warnings about rogue AI systems causing mayhem grow louder.

Would-be Trump assassin Thomas Crooks had Snapchat, which may hold evidence 'treasure trove': former FBI agent

2026-09-16

A Snapchat account tied to Thomas Crooks could hold a "treasure trove" of evidence, a retired FBI agent says, as Senate files reveal his digital trail.

Palestinians Stream Back to Northern Gaza on Foot

2025-01-27

Israel allowed displaced Gazans to begin crossing a military zone that bisects the enclave after a deadlock over hostage releases was broken.