The Michigan Meltdown That Could DERAIL the Democrats' Midterm Strategy
The relationship shattered in part because of Israel, but also because of their sensitive egos and hurt feelings. The split had been months in the making.
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I Made 12 AI Agents Compete to Be My Chief of Staff — Here's Who WON
This article is republished with permission from Wonder Tools, a newsletter that helps you discover the most useful sites and apps. I’ve never had a secretary before. Or a chief of staff. With these AI agents, I suddenly feel like I have both. This week, among other things, they: Researched and booked Amtrak train tickets for me Briefed me about important overnight emails and upcoming meetings Surfaced an important contract I had overlooked Turned my bookshelf into a visual reading list Unlike o
The Smart Home Devices Saving You Money — And the 3 That Are STEALING It
The secret to smart home technology isn’t making your house feel like a sci-fi movie—it’s focusing strictly on your return on investment. A handful of smart devices will pay for themselves within a year or two through lower utility bills and prevented disasters. Others, however, are expensive novelties that will never recoup their cost. Here are five smart home upgrades that deliver genuine financial savings, along with three overengineered gadgets you should skip. Smart devices that actually sa
Jackery Just Made Portable Power Stations Even SMALLER
Jackery announced a new portable power station that uses the safer and longer-lasting lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries the company first introduced in 2023. But what makes the new Explorer 100D stand out is that it's Jackery's smallest power station to date, measuring only 4.6 by 3.4 by 3.4 inches and weighing just 1.87 pounds. Its size and 96Wh (30,000mAh) of battery capacity means you can squeeze it into your carry-on and power multiple devices during a long flight. The Jackery Explorer
Business
Why $3.64 BILLION Just Vanished From the World's Largest Crypto Exchange
Binance recorded $3.64 billion in net outflows after resuming withdrawals following a $6.3 billion hack, representing 2.1% of its total assets.
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Why Workers Are Fighting to STOP a $5.5 Billion Bank Takeover
IDBI workers demand the government "cancel the privatization process" and work to strengthen the bank while protecting public investment and staff interests.
Why Financial Experts Say You Should Give Your Money Away BEFORE You Die
How to manage “giving while living” without endangering your own retirement.
Politics
The Final Polls Show a Blue SURGE. Can We Trust Them?
Democrats lead in all the key states that will decide Senate control, according to new Times/Siena surveys.
What Happened to Senator Chris Murphy That Has Everyone WORRIED
The Connecticut senator, who has been campaigning for fellow Democrats, has been viewed as a potential candidate for president in 2028.
Newsom and Harris Just Appeared Together — But Something Was MISSING
The two possible presidential candidates showed up in Los Angeles to support Xavier Becerra, the Democratic candidate for California governor.
International
The Technology That Just Made U.S.-China Relations IRREVERSIBLE
China and the U.S. need mutually assured collaboration to quash the threat of A.I.-empowered bad actors, even while their economic differences sharpen.
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The Mother Who Lost Her Teenage Daughter — And Now Faces the REGIME
Samira's 16-year-old daughter Sevda was shot dead as they took part in mass protests in January.
Health
The INVISIBLE Threat Killing 50,000 Americans Every Year
A CDC report shows an increase in drug-resistant superbugs across the United States. Abraham Gonzalez Fernandez · Moment/Getty Drug-resistant bacteria and fungi cause roughly 9.7 million infections and 50,800 deaths annually in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Hospital-acquired infections account for over 42,000 deaths and cost more than $12 billion. Overuse of antibiotics — particularly for viral infections where they offer no benefit — c
What Your Weight in Your 20s Could Mean for Your CANCER Risk Decades Later
New research shows that having obesity in your 20s and 30s may increase your risk of developing cancer before midlife. Anchiy · E+/Getty Young adults with obesity may face a higher risk of developing cancer before midlife compared to those at a moderate weight, according to new research. Cancer risk increased progressively with weight, from 1.84% in people at a moderate weight to 2.62% in those with severe obesity. Abdominal obesity (measured by waist circumference) was also linked to eleva
Why Hormone Therapy Works With Wegovy But FAILS With Zepbound
New research shows that using hormone therapy with a GLP-1 during menopause may lead to greater weight loss. Tatsiana Volkava · Moment/Getty A study presented at the 2026 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society found that women using menopause hormone therapy (MHT) alongside semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) experienced greater weight loss than those taking semaglutide alone. Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) combined with MHT showed only modest early differences in weight loss, with no statistic
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The Popular Brain Supplement That a 2-Year Study Just DEBUNKED
Research suggests that fish oil supplements may offer no benefit for Alzheimer’s prevention. Anastasiia Sienotova/Moment/Getty Images A 2-year clinical trial found that high dose omega-3 supplements didn’t improve memory, thinking skills, or brain structure in older adults at increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. The supplements raised omega-3 levels in participants’ blood and in the fluid around the brain, yet their test scores and brain structure matched those of the placebo group. Expert
Why Medical Groups Are REWRITING the Rules for Women's Heart Health
Women have unique biological components that can make their risk of heart disease higher than that of men. SDI Productions/E+/Getty Images Four medical organizations have published a trio of reports aimed at improving female heart health. The recommendations include a comprehensive plan to prevent and manage cardiovascular disease across all stages of the female life span. The organizations say that females have unique biological components that can make their risk of heart disease higher th
The Daily Habit That Could Slash Your Heart Disease Risk by 11%
Recent research has found that regularly drinking tea may help reduce your risk of heart disease. Guido Mieth · Moment/Getty Regular tea drinkers may have an 11% lower risk of vascular disease, including a 37% lower risk of ischemic stroke and a 17% lower risk of heart attack, according to a large study. Both black and green tea may support heart health when consumed without added sugar, though the findings show an association rather than prove that tea prevents disease. People who drank tea
The Unexpected Drug That Could END Menopausal Brain Fog
Recent research has found that ADHD medications may help reduce menopausal brain fog. WhiteTea · E+/Getty A recent review found that ADHD medications like lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) and atomoxetine (Strattera) may help improve self-reported symptoms of brain fog in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women. Menopausal brain fog — including forgetfulness, slow thinking, and difficulty concentrating — may be linked to hormonal fluctuations that affect brain function during perimenopause and meno
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The Walking Speed That Could Determine How LONG You Live
People who walk faster may have better underlying health. Lol2368/E+/Getty Images A study found that walking speed can help predict people’s risk of dying from any cause. Both a clinical test and a test done in daily life were able to predict mortality risk. Experts say walking speed predicts death risk because it’s an indicator of overall health. If your walking speed slows, it’s a good idea to talk with your healthcare professional. New research shows that how fast you walk, whether measur
The Coffee Additive That DOUBLED Your Morning's Calories Without You Noticing
Recent research shows that additions to coffee have increased its calorie content by 40%. Boy_Anupong · Moment/Getty The average number of calories U.S. adults consumed from coffee beverages increased by nearly 40% between 2003 and 2018, rising from 43 to 60 calories per day, even as the amount of coffee consumed remained relatively stable. Non-dairy creamer became the largest source of calories added to coffee by 2018, contributing about 19 calories per day, more than double the amount reco
Healthgrades Announces Top Hospitals for Specialty Care, Outpatient Procedures
Healthgrades announced its 2027 Specialty Excellence Outpatient Awards and Specialty State Rankings, recognizing hospitals with outstanding patient outcomes across 19 specialty care areas and outpatient procedures. Getty Images Healthgrades announced its 2027 Specialty Excellence Outpatient Awards and Specialty State Rankings, recognizing hospitals with outstanding patient outcomes across 19 specialty care areas and outpatient procedures. Around 80% of patients consider hospital quality whe
What a Decade of Bedtime Stories Taught Me About HEALTH
Healthline Editor-in-Chief Robin Hough reads a bedtime story with his children, Amelia and Henry. Photo courtesy of Robin Hough. October is Health Literacy Month: a reminder that even the best health information only helps if people can read it and understand it. That’s what the Healthline Editorial team works toward every day, but literacy starts much earlier: with a child, a bedtime, and a book. Research links regular reading for pleasure to better mental health, a lower risk of cognitive
Sports
The MILLIONS FIFA Secretly Paid to Cover Gianni Infantino's Taxes
FIFA promises to disclose its executives’ compensation. But its under-fire president received tax benefits that were never made public, according to documents and interviews.
Entertainment
The Beloved Star Trek Icon We Just Lost to a DEVASTATING Disease
2018 Star Trek Convention Las Vegas LAS VEGAS, NV – AUGUST 04: Actor Sir Patrick Stewart speaks during the 17th annual official Star Trek convention at the Rio Hotel & Casino on August 4, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images) Actor Patrick Stewart, best-known for his roles in “Star Trek” and “X-Men,” has died at age 86 after a brief battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia are progressive neurological condit
Why 'Resident Evil' Is Ditching Theaters Despite Nearing $400 MILLION
"Resident Evil," director Zach Cregger’s smash hit adaptation of Capcom’s classic video game-turned-horror movie franchise, arrives on digital streaming this week as the film is poised to cross $400 million at the worldwide box office.
Why John Oliver Called Elizabeth Holmes and Billy Evans 'Complete LUNATICS'
Unlike his HBO network-mate Bill Maher, who’s been embroiled in a bizarre pissing match with his dinner-mate Donald Trump, John Oliver has been laser-focused on the Nov. 3 midterm elections. Just last week, Oliver dedicated the bulk of “Last Week Tonight” to exposing the disturbing ties between MAGA midterm candidates and neo-Nazis. And Sunday night, […]
'Primetime' Pivots to Digital as Hansen Pursues Pattinson for PODCAST Interview
“Primetime,” starring Robert Pattinson as “To Catch a Predator” host Chris Hansen, arrives on digital streaming this week, following Hansen’s announcement that he finally wants to have a sit-down with the actor who plays him.
The Canadian Sketch Show That's BEATING American Late Night to the Punchline
The long-running comedy show “This Hour Has 22 Minutes” is having a heyday playing with the fraught relationship between President Trump and Canada.
Why This Animated Film Was Sun Xun's 'All-In MOMENT'
Chinese artist and filmmaker Sun Xun never expected “Magic Atlas” to become the first animated feature selected for the Tokyo International Film Festival’s competition. “I never thought of ‘Magic Atlas’ as an animated film. To me, it brings together many art forms. Animation is simply the label we use for its form. I’m glad people […]
Siddhant Chaturvedi's 1990s British Punjabi Music Drama Wraps U.K. Shoot
Bollywood filmmaker Vikas Bahl has finished filming in the U.K. on “Bolo Bolo Bolo,” a coming-of-age musical drama set during the boom in Punjabi music across Britain in the early 1990s. Jimmy Shergill, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Mona Singh and Alizeh lead the cast. Katha Studios is producing the film alongside Good Co, Fusion Flicks and Monk […]
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What Made This Jet NOSEDIVE Into a Fireball Near a Busy Florida Road
U.S. Transportation Secretary Duffy says all nine people died aboard a business jet that crashed into a Florida neighborhood. The aircraft departed from Austin, Texas, and was headed to the Bahamas.
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The Flash Flooding That Just Forced MASS Evacuations Across the Southwest
Flash flooding triggers evacuations in Southwest and dire warning for Colorado spa town AP News 19 homes evacuated as Oak Creek floods parts of Sedona AZ Family Flash flooding prompts mandatory evacuations in southwest Yahoo Interstate 17 reopens, other highways between Phoenix and Flagstaff still closed due to flooding KTAR News 92.3 FM Heavy rain in Arizona prompts evacuations, highway closures, and canceled events | Nightly Roundup FOX 10 Phoenix
The Persuasion Mistake That's SABOTAGING Your Arguments
Here’s the bad news: The deeper your understanding of an issue and the stronger your conviction about the solution, the worse you often become at persuasion. It’s due to a cognitive trap that the fields of behavioral economics and neuroscience have spent decades documenting: the curse of knowledge. In other words, your knowledge has fundamentally altered your perception of what you believe others are experiencing. It applies to your persuasion—especially when you are the well-informed expert in
Borrowed Reading: Stories From Our Extended Colleagues
Five stories worth your time from our extended colleagues at CIO, Computerworld, Macworld, and PCWorld.