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50 articlesFDA Approves Elecsys Phospho-Tau Blood Test for Alzheimer's Disease
The FDA has approved the Elecsys Phospho-Tau blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, marking the fourth such approval in under two years. Roche made the
Wisconsin Gubernatorial Primary Highlights Policy Overlap Between Candidates
David Crowley, who won the Democratic gubernatorial primary in Wisconsin, has implemented progressive policies, including racial-equity budgeting and climate in
Kit Harington cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter series
Kit Harington has been announced as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's new Harry Potter series. This casting represents Harington's third project with HBO, having previ
Funding Allocated for 70,000 Social and Affordable Homes in England
The UK government is set to invest £39 billion to build 70,000 social and affordable homes across England. Key regions receiving funding include Greater Manches
Stolen Picasso Etching Recovered After Nearly a Decade
A stolen Picasso etching, "Torero," has been recovered nearly eight years after it was taken from a Wisconsin gallery. The artwork was found by a landlord durin
Proposed USPS Mail-in Voting Rules Raise Concerns Ahead of 2026 Midterms
President Trump's proposed mail-in voting restrictions through the USPS may complicate the 2026 midterms by requiring local officials to adopt new federal rules
US Supreme Court Allows Trump to Move Forward with Mail-in Voting Restrictions
The US Supreme Court has ruled 6-3 in favor of Donald Trump's efforts to restrict mail-in voting, lifting a previous injunction from a Massachusetts judge. Desp
Independent Candidate Aaron Day Issues Ultimatum to Trump Regarding Senate Race
Independent Senate candidate Aaron Day has given President Trump a ten-day ultimatum to address specific demands or he will run as a third-party candidate in Ne
Rep. Hillary Scholten Criticizes Hasan Piker's Remarks on American Jews and Israel
Rep. Hillary Scholten has condemned Twitch streamer Hasan Piker for his comments regarding American Jews and Israel, labeling them as inciting violence. Piker r
Simon Cowell to Miss Filming of 'AGT' Due to Surgery for Back Issues
Simon Cowell will miss several weeks of 'America’s Got Talent' filming due to a routine medical procedure for his ongoing back issues. The show is planning to h
Stanford Study Indicates AI Impacting Entry-Level Jobs
A Stanford University study reveals that AI is significantly impacting entry-level job opportunities for younger workers, with employment levels for those aged
Oklahoma Republicans and Democrats Hold Primary Runoff Elections
Oklahoma's primary runoff elections are set for August 24, 2026, where Republicans will choose their gubernatorial nominee and Democrats will nominate their can
Trump Administration Implements New Sanctions on Iran
The Trump administration has introduced a new sanctions package against Iran, focusing on various sectors and naming numerous individuals and entities. However,
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin Criticized for Racing Driver Appearance
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has been criticized for dressing as a racing driver in a promotional video for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix. His appe
Changes in the Supreme Court's Emergency Docket
The Supreme Court's emergency docket has seen a reduction in recent months, along with changes in how justices issue opinions on these cases. Reporter Ann Marim
Changes in the Supreme Court's Emergency Docket
The Supreme Court's emergency docket has seen a reduction in recent months, along with changes in how justices issue opinions on cases. This report by Ann Marim
Christina Bohannan Campaigns in Iowa House Race
Christina Bohannan, a Democratic candidate, is campaigning for a House seat in Iowa, focusing on rural regions she lost in her previous attempt. She aims to add
Zelensky expresses concerns over elections during wartime
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky voiced concerns about the potential negative impact of holding elections during the ongoing war with Russia. He highlight
Supreme Court permits Trump's mail ballot regulations without imposing new state requirements
The Supreme Court has approved a plan by former President Trump to regulate mail ballots. The court's order specifies that these regulations will not introduce
Supreme Court permits Trump to propose new mail ballot rules; California plans to sue
The Supreme Court has granted former President Donald Trump the ability to propose new mail ballot rules. California officials have indicated that this ruling d
Log Cabin Republicans update website to remove transgender references
The Log Cabin Republicans have updated their website to remove references to transgender issues, indicating a change in their focus. The group is known for advo
Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatens to cut power exports to the U.S.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has threatened to cut power exports to the U.S. as trade tensions with President Trump escalate. He mentioned that all options are bei
Poll Shows Decline in US Public Support for Iran War Amid Low Trump Approval Ratings
A poll released on August 24, 2026, reveals a decline in US public support for the Iran war, influenced by falling Republican backing, rising gas prices, and co
Palestinian artist Sliman Mansour dies at age 79
Sliman Mansour, a prominent Palestinian artist, has died at the age of 79. His work was recognized for its representation of themes related to struggle and resi
Data Centers Drive Demand for New Power Transformer Technology
Data centers are significantly driving up electricity demand, straining US power grids. This has prompted investments in solid-state power transformers, which m
South Carolina Republicans Hold Special Senate GOP Primary Runoff
South Carolina Republicans will participate in a special primary runoff election on Tuesday. This election follows three previous voting events since June aimed
Target removes Halloween costume following criticism
Target has withdrawn a Halloween costume from sale after backlash on social media regarding its resemblance to a racist caricature. The costume was marketed as
David Hogg comments on media attention towards Hasan Piker
David Hogg expressed his views on the media's focus on Hasan Piker, describing it as unusual given that Piker is not an elected official. Hogg highlighted that
Impact of AI on China's Job Market Raises Concerns Among Workers
The integration of artificial intelligence into the job market in China is raising concerns among workers about potential job displacement. State policies are b
DOJ plans to appeal ruling on Epstein file redactions
The Department of Justice plans to appeal a ruling that requires the unredaction of documents in the Epstein case. This follows a preliminary injunction from Ju
US-Canada trade tensions rise as Carney responds to Trump's tariff threat on autos
Trade tensions between the US and Canada have intensified following President Trump's threats to increase tariffs on automobiles. Mark Carney has criticized the
Police Officers Engage in Low-Speed Pursuit Using Uber
In Houston, Uber driver Anthony Baines became involved in a low-speed police pursuit while on his way to pick up a customer. Two officers entered his vehicle du
Senate Armed Services Committee Members Request Hearing on Impact of Iran War on Troops
Senate Armed Services Committee members, spearheaded by Senator Tammy Duckworth, have called for a hearing to discuss the implications of prolonged deployments
Penn State Drug Bust Highlights Cocaine Use, Alcohol Remains Major Concern on Campuses
A drug bust at Penn State University related to cocaine has raised concerns about drug use in college settings. Despite this, studies suggest that alcohol remai
Proposed $4 Billion Aluminum Smelter Influences Oklahoma Republican Governor Runoff Election
A proposed aluminum smelter in Oklahoma, with an estimated cost of $4 billion, is creating divisions within the Republican Party. The project, backed by Preside
United States Removes Syria from State Sponsors of Terrorism List
The United States has officially removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, a designation that had been in place since 1979. The decision, anno
Georgia's 13th Congressional District Holds Special Election Runoff
A special election runoff is taking place in Georgia's 13th Congressional District to fill the vacancy left by the late Rep. David Scott. The election is schedu
Supreme Court Allows Enforcement of Mail-in Voting Restrictions
The Supreme Court has permitted the enforcement of an executive order by President Trump that restricts mail-in voting in 23 states ahead of the midterm electio
Supreme Court Allows Enforcement of Mail-in Voting Restrictions
The Supreme Court has permitted the enforcement of President Trump's executive order limiting mail-in voting prior to the midterm elections. This decision comes
Trump Administration Plans to Revoke Up to 200,000 Visas of Asylum Seekers
Israeli airstrike hits tent sheltering displaced Palestinians in Deir al-Balah
An Israeli airstrike in Deir al-Balah struck a tent sheltering displaced Palestinians, leading to one fatality. This event is part of a broader context of milit
Supreme Court lifts block on Trump's mail voting order
The Supreme Court has removed a lower court's injunction on President Trump's executive order regarding mail voting requirements, enabling the policy to be impl
Trump Administration Proposes $103,265 Fee for H-1B Visas
The Trump administration has proposed a $103,265 fee for employers hiring through the H-1B visa program, aiming to discourage the hiring of foreign workers. Thi
Supreme Court allows Trump mail voting order implementation ahead of midterms
The Supreme Court has permitted the implementation of a mail voting order associated with former President Trump. The U.S. Postal Service has outlined its plan,
U.S. Implements New Sanctions Targeting Iran's Economy
The U.S. has introduced new sanctions against Iran, as stated by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The sanctions are intended to target the Iranian government a
US Health Department Considers Changes to Vaccine Recommendation Categories
The US health department is considering changes to vaccine recommendation categories under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Proposed changes may involve l
Trump initiates changes to South Lawn of the White House
President Trump is undertaking a construction project to change the slope of the South Lawn at the White House. This modification aims to integrate the lawn wit
U.S. Administration Plans to Revoke Visas for Up to 200,000 Foreigners
The U.S. administration is set to revoke visas for as many as 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are seeking asylum. This decision represents a substant
Trump Super PAC Invests $828,000 in South Carolina Senate Primary
Make America Great Again Inc., Donald Trump's super PAC, is investing about $828,000 to support Senator Darline Graham Nordone in her primary runoff against Rep