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Trump administration uses hydrogen peroxide against algae in Reflecting Pool

President Donald Trump's remodeled Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has turned chartreuse from an algal bloom

ABC News 17 Jun 2026 5:05 am

Amazon has discounted a Lenovo IdeaPad for 73% off, and it's actually worth considering

Over at Amazon, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1i has dropped to $300, making it one of the best laptop deals available on the platform.

ZDNet 17 Jun 2026 4:12 am

Report: Half of $300B Investment for Iran Committed. Companies Across Globe Signed On to Rebuilding Effort.

More than half of the $300 billion private fund for Iran that is included in the memorandum of understanding to stop the war is already committed, a source has disclosed to Reuters. The massive pot of money reportedly does not include U.S. taxpayer money. Instead companies across the globe will invest in Iran. Critics worried ... The post Report: Half of $300B Investment for Iran Committed. Companies Across Globe Signed On to Rebuilding Effort. appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 17 Jun 2026 3:33 am

Trump Scolds Israel Over Vicious Attack in Lebanon as MOU Was About to be Signed

President Trump finally unloaded on Israel and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the brutal attacks in Lebanon. ... The post Trump Scolds Israel Over Vicious Attack in Lebanon as MOU Was About to be Signed appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 17 Jun 2026 3:02 am

Mikal Bridges Wakes Up From 4-Day Bender Next To Dead Jimmy Fallon

The post Mikal Bridges Wakes Up From 4-Day Bender Next To Dead Jimmy Fallon appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 17 Jun 2026 1:51 am

A person is in custody in a Chicago cross burning investigation, police say

Police in Chicago say a person is in custody in an investigation of a large cross set on fire in a well-known park

ABC News 17 Jun 2026 1:28 am

Suspect in deadly shooting of National Guard troops pleads not guilty to new charges

A man accused of shooting two National Guard troops near the White House, killing one of them, has pleaded not guilty to charges in a new indictment

ABC News 17 Jun 2026 12:36 am

Judge upholds the conviction of former Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan for helping immigrant evade ICE

A federal judge has declined to overturn a Wisconsin judges obstruction conviction for helping a man evade immigration officers who showed up at a courtroom looking to detain him

ABC News 17 Jun 2026 12:27 am

Trump Has No Authority to Take Back Washington If Janeese Lewis George Becomes D.C. Mayor

President Trump said Maybe we take back Washington, run it on the federal basis, when asked about Janeese Lewis George becoming mayor. ... The post Trump Has No Authority to Take Back Washington If Janeese Lewis George Becomes D.C. Mayor appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 16 Jun 2026 11:51 pm

Federal prosecutors charge 15 people with impeding agents during Minnesota immigration crackdown

Federal prosecutors have charged 15 people with impeding federal agents during a massive immigration surge in Minnesota earlier this year

ABC News 16 Jun 2026 11:48 pm

Trumps Iran Win Has a $300 Billion Problem

The Trump administration says Iran may gain access to a $300-billion reconstruction fund under an MOU expected to be signed Friday in Geneva. ... The post Trumps Iran Win Has a $300 Billion Problem appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 16 Jun 2026 11:33 pm

The DIY era of smartwatches has begun - Google and Apple already have me hooked

Google's Create My Widget and Apple's new Shortcuts feature prove we're in a DIY era of automation.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 11:31 pm

Android 17 is out now, with a fresh Pixel Drop for June - here's what's new

You're getting productivity tricks, bubbles, new AI models, upgraded security, and more.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 11:30 pm

7 interesting Father's Day gifts and gadgets (that will arrive before Sunday)

Father's Day is this weekend, and we found the most useful items your father figure will appreciate, based on our testing.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 11:25 pm

I tried AnduinOS 2.0, and it may be the easiest way to ditch Windows for Linux

AnduinOS 2.0 is a speedy, private, Ubuntu-based Linux distro that's all about true distro engineering. And it's laid out like Windows 11.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 10:37 pm

US infant mortality rate fell to an all-time low, but still trails similar nations

The nations infant mortality dropped to a new all-time low in 2025

ABC News 16 Jun 2026 9:32 pm

I've had dozens of robot mower brands and models - here's my advice for every yard type

I have one golden rule: It's not about the mower, it's about the yard. Use my free checklist to decide which model to buy.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 9:30 pm

Colorado Voters May Decide on Right to Hunt and Fish

Colorado voters could decide whether to add a protected right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife to the state constitution. ... The post Colorado Voters May Decide on Right to Hunt and Fish appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 16 Jun 2026 9:13 pm

Amazon just dropped this 55-inch QLED TV to under $300 - and I highly recommend it

Only $280 gets you a 55-inch Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED Series with this great early Prime Day deal.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 9:12 pm

KDE Plasma 6.7 might be a point release - but it's packed with new features

The latest release of one of the finest desktop environments on the market is here, and there's plenty to be excited about.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 9:01 pm

Immutable Linux distros always frustrated me for one reason - until RakuOS

Immutable Linux is the future of OS security, but the current distributions do have one particular limitation that RakuOS has resolved.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 9:00 pm

How to prevent your Android phone keyboard from tracking you: 2 options

Your Android keyboard may be collecting more than you realize. Here are two ways to take back your privacy, but I only trust one.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 8:37 pm

Your wall outlets are seriously underutilized: 7 plug-in gadgets that elevate any home

These plug-in gadgets easily enhance your home's routine (and they're affordable).

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 8:19 pm

15 of the best Prime Day laptop deals (I'd actually buy myself)

Prime Day is earlier this year, so I've rounded up some of the best early laptop deals live now, including the latest MacBooks and gaming laptops.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 7:55 pm

Linux 7.1 is here to end the Intel 486 CPU era - and do some serious legacy clean up

And say hello to much better NTFS support. Linux creator Linus Torvalds has announced the release of Linux 7.1.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 7:42 pm

3 unofficial Android Auto apps I installed to make my car screen more useful - and how

You can add YouTube, web browsing, and more to your car by sideloading apps.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 7:29 pm

I tested fast chargers with the best iPhone, Samsung, and OnePlus phones - and two surprised me

Phone makers love to advertise fast-charging speeds. I tested three flagship phones with OEM and Anker chargers to see what their claims really mean.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 7:24 pm

Sony WH-1000XM6 vs. Sennheiser Momentum 5: I've tested both pairs for months, and this one wins

Sony's and Sennheiser's flagship headphones are objectively good, but how you plan to use them determines whether they're great.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 7:12 pm

Is Water Becoming the Next Financial Asset Class?

Multiple platforms are developing systems for digitally tokenized water rights, water allocations, and water-transfer markets. ... The post Is Water Becoming the Next Financial Asset Class? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 16 Jun 2026 6:30 pm

Study: Reading For Fun Down Among Schoolchildren

New Education Department data found a double-digit decline in the number of school-aged children who read for fun almost every day, with the share of 13-year-olds who regularly read for pleasure down almost half since 2012. What do you think? The post Study: Reading For Fun Down Among Schoolchildren appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 16 Jun 2026 6:30 pm

Shams Charania Casually Tells Colleagues He Really Looking Forward To Breaking Michael Jordans Death

CHICAGOAnticipating the announcement would rank among the biggest scoops of his career, ESPN senior NBA insider Shams Charania is said to have casually mentioned to his colleagues Tuesday that he was really looking forward to breaking the news of Michael Jordans eventual death. When MJ dies, Ill be right there with a breaking news post [] The post Shams Charania Casually Tells Colleagues He Really Looking Forward To Breaking Michael Jordans Death appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 16 Jun 2026 6:30 pm

Study: More Americans Foregoing College In Favor Of Letting The Carnival Sort Them Out

COLUMBIA, MOSurveying a wide cross section of Americans aged 18 to 24, a new study published Tuesday by researchers at the University of Missouri found that more Americans were foregoing college in favor of letting the carnival sort them out. In a dire job market like this, it doesnt make sense to spend tens of [] The post Study: More Americans Foregoing College In Favor Of Letting The Carnival Sort Them Out appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 16 Jun 2026 6:30 pm

Daring Fusion Restaurant Mixes Texan, Mexican Flavors

AMARILLO, TXExpressing astonishment over the unorthodox combination of the two distinct cuisines, local customers described the remarkable culinary innovation they experienced Thursday at the grand opening of a daring new fusion restaurant that mixes Texan and Mexican flavors. It sounds kind of gimmicky, but somehow the flavors work together, said local resident Harrison Peters, who [] The post Daring Fusion Restaurant Mixes Texan, Mexican Flavors appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 16 Jun 2026 6:30 pm

Chainguard's new Athena coalition uses AI to fix open-source flaws - before attackers exploit them

Open-source security has a new AI problem. But Chainguard has a plan, and plenty of friends, to help

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 5:52 pm

Iran says the deal to end the war with the US requires Israel to withdraw from Lebanon

Irans top diplomat said Tuesday that the tentative deal to end the war with the United States would require Israel to withdraw from Lebanon a condition Israel has already rejected

ABC News 16 Jun 2026 5:16 pm

7 cost-efficient ways I made my TV sound a lot better (no soundbar required)

Getting great sound from your TV doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. These are my expert-vetted audio tweaks.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 4:45 pm

I tested a Bluetooth tracker that leverages LoRa mesh networks to find things - and it's so accurate

Seeed Studio's SenseCAP T1000-E tracker card also doesn't use cell towers or Wi-Fi. Here's how.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 4:00 pm

Get Audible for 3 months totally free - here's how

Audible's Prime Day deal is now live - and you'll be glad you tried it. Here's what to know.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 3:30 pm

What to know about Edwards Air Force Base in Southern Californias Mojave Desert

For decades, a U.S. Air Force base in Southern Californias Mojave Desert has been a hotbed of some of the most innovative flight research in the U.S. From a test pilot breaking the sound barrier to a space shuttle touching down, aviation history has o...

ABC News 16 Jun 2026 11:40 am

Washington, DC, voters cast ballots in crucial primaries as Trump reshapes capital

Voters in Washington, D.C. are heading to the polls to select party candidates for mayor and congressional delegate

ABC News 16 Jun 2026 11:40 am

Promoter of election conspiracy theories wins GOP primary for Nevada secretary of state

Former state lawmaker Jim Marchant has won the Republican nomination for Nevada secretary of state

ABC News 16 Jun 2026 8:42 am

Donald Trump set to break one of FIFA World Cup's strictest traditions after receiving green light for final ceremony role

Donald Trump could play an unprecedented role at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after reports suggested FIFA would allow him to personally present the trophy to the champions. With regulations not specifying who must hand over the trophy, the debate centres on tradition rather than rules, raising the prospect of another highly visible Trump moment on football's biggest stage.

The Times of India 16 Jun 2026 7:27 am

Judge tosses out Dawn Richard's lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs

A federal judge has dismissed singer Dawn Richard's lawsuit against Sean Diddy Combs on the grounds that most of the allegations were not filed in time

ABC News 16 Jun 2026 5:17 am

Alfredo sauce distributed to dozens of states recalled

Federal health officials have issued a recall for alfredo sauce distributed to dozens of U.S. states by a supplier because of potential salmonella contamination

ABC News 16 Jun 2026 5:17 am

Ex-cop charged with manslaughter in fatal shooting of naked man

A former Louisville police officer has been charged with manslaughter for fatally shooting a naked man

ABC News 16 Jun 2026 5:17 am

Republican divides and strange alliances emerge ahead of Georgia runoff

Republican divisions are on full display in the closing hours of primary runoffs for U.S. Senate and governor

ABC News 16 Jun 2026 5:16 am

Israeli Ministers Say U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Does Not Bind Israel, Israel Will Not Abandon Conquered Territories

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said his country is not subject to the United States, and is not a partner to the Iran agreement. ... The post Israeli Ministers Say U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Does Not Bind Israel, Israel Will Not Abandon Conquered Territories appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 16 Jun 2026 5:03 am

Manufacturing Crises for Global Control

The Deep State conspirators working to control the world have a long track record of manufacturing and exploiting crises to seize more power over individuals and nations, and they will keep doing it unless stopped, warned analyst and researcher Peter Rykowskiin this interview on Behind The Deep State with The New American magazines Alex Newman. ... The post Manufacturing Crises for Global Control appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 16 Jun 2026 4:30 am

Online portal used to send US deliveries to Cuba stops taking orders

A key platform that Cubans in the U.S. use to send money and goods to relatives in Cuba has stopped operations

ABC News 16 Jun 2026 2:40 am

Artist Profile: Olivia Rodrigo

Singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo has released her highly anticipated third studio album, You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love. Heres everything you need to know about the artist. Age: 24-year-old Gen Xer Hobbies: Music Signature Look: Scrutinized Fans Call Themselves: Pitchfork staff writers Unreleased Songs Comparing Herself To Sham, The Star Thoroughbred Who [] The post Artist Profile: Olivia Rodrigo appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 16 Jun 2026 2:12 am

What the robot mower brands aren't telling you about their specs - and which ones are actually useful

Robot mowers aren't one-size-fits-all devices - many have overhyped specs you don't even need. Here's my advice after years of testing.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 12:55 am

NASA Criticized For Selecting All-Male Artemis III Crew

Many online criticized NASAs decision to select only male astronauts for its upcoming Artemis III mission, with Administrator Jared Isaacman claiming that the agency assigns the crew that gives the mission the best chance of meeting its objectives. What do you think? The post NASA Criticized For Selecting All-Male Artemis III Crew appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 16 Jun 2026 12:47 am

E.T. Admits Shock At Not Even Being Called For Cameo In Disclosure Day

LOS ANGELESSaying a courtesy call would have been nice even if nothing ever came of it, E.T. told reporters Monday he was shocked at not being contacted by director Steven Spielberg for a cameo in his new sci-fi movieDisclosure Day.I knew I wasnt going to be the lead, which was totally fine, but are you [] The post E.T. Admits Shock At Not Even Being Called For Cameo In Disclosure Day appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 16 Jun 2026 12:46 am

25,000 miles later, my favorite Apple CarPlay apps remain functional, reliable, and mostly free

I drove over 25,000 miles in the past year alone with CarPlay running in the background. These apps made every ride easy.

ZDNet 16 Jun 2026 12:40 am

CDC Awards Pfizer $1.24 Billion for Updated Covid Vaccines

In another blow to the MAHA movement, the Trump administration has awarded Pfizer new Covid vaccine contracts worth about $1.24 billion. ... The post CDC Awards Pfizer $1.24 Billion for Updated Covid Vaccines appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 15 Jun 2026 11:58 pm

Supreme Court will decide whether criminal cases must have 12 jurors in Florida case

The Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether states can use juries made up of only six people in criminal cases, instead of the usual 12

ABC News 15 Jun 2026 11:41 pm

How to download the iOS 27 developer beta (and which iPhone models support it)

Apple's WWDC 2026 was full of updates for the overall iPhone user experience - here's how you can try iOS 27 early for free.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 11:34 pm

6 Android Auto apps I wish I discovered sooner, because they make driving much easier

If you're only using Android Auto for basic navigation and music, you're missing out on some useful add-ons.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 11:33 pm

Your TV's RS-232 port is a seriously useful automation tool - how to unlock its full potential

The RS-232 serial port on your smart TV isn't just for professional diagnostics. Here's how to unlock it for more advanced programming.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 11:30 pm

Judge grants asylum to woman adopted by US veteran from Iran

A federal immigration judge has granted asylum to a woman orphaned in Iran in the 1970s and adopted by an American war veteran, who immigration officials threatened earlier this year with deportation to the country with which the U.S. is now at war

ABC News 15 Jun 2026 11:18 pm

1 child killed and 1 person injured after Mississippi police shoot at car

Authorities say a child is dead after a Mississippi police officer shot at a vehicle while responding to a shoplifting call

ABC News 15 Jun 2026 11:14 pm

How much RAM does your PC need in 2026? My advice after using Windows and Mac for years

Considering a PC upgrade, but not sure about how much RAM to buy? Here's how I make that decision in the current climate.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 11:03 pm

5 best Prime Day Anker deals: Chargers, power stations, and more we recommend

Our editors love Anker products for their reliability and affordability - especially when they're on sale for Prime Day.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 10:35 pm

Second firefighter dies from injuries at Maine lumber mill fire and explosion

A second firefighter has died from injuries suffered while fighting a fire and explosion at a Maine lumber mill last month

ABC News 15 Jun 2026 10:15 pm

RefreshOS is a top contender for new Linux users - here's why

There are so many great Linux distributions that are perfectly suitable for new users, but RefreshOS is quickly rising to the top of my list.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 10:11 pm

Solid-state vs. graphene heat dissipation: Why my portable battery of choice is easy

The Momax Q.Mag X is one of the more reliable wireless battery packs I've tried, thanks to its enhanced heat dissipation.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 9:15 pm

This curved Samsung monitor is perfect for a WFH setup - and it's on sale

Ahead of Prime Day, Samsung's highly rated 27-inch Essential S3 curved monitor has dropped back down to the lowest price of the year.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 8:56 pm

Container made it easy to run Linux on my MacBook - here's how I set it up

If you're looking to get into developing for Linux, but you prefer using a Mac as your developer tool of choice, there's a new command-line tool that you should definitely look into.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 8:49 pm

Switzerland Narrowly Rejects No 10 Million Immigration Proposal

In a move with major implications for Switzerlands sovereignty, Swiss voters rejected capping their countrys population by restricting immigration. ... The post Switzerland Narrowly Rejects No 10 Million Immigration Proposal appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 15 Jun 2026 8:43 pm

Texas Enforces English-only Requirement for Commercial Drivers Licenses

Texas is moving to enforce a requirement that holders of commercial drivers licenses understand English. ... The post Texas Enforces English-only Requirement for Commercial Drivers Licenses appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 15 Jun 2026 7:30 pm

Android already has these 4 iOS 27 features - but I wish it'd steal these 2 next

If you're a believer in 'Android had it first,' wait until you see iOS 27.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 7:04 pm

Windows Subsystem for Linux 3 gives developers a compelling reason to stick with Microsoft - here's why

WSL 3 makes staying on Windows easier, especially for developers building or running Linux-based AI, container, or dev workloads.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 6:51 pm

Google Maps vs. Waze: I've driven 100+ miles with the two best navigation apps - this one's better

Waze is ideal for quick reroutes and real-time alerts, while Google Maps offers deeper Gemini integration and more features. Here's my choice.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 6:47 pm

Lawmakers fight to stop administration dismantling $386M ocean observatory project

Lawmakers are demanding the National Science Foundation stop dismantling the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a $386 million ocean monitoring network being wound down under President Donald Trump's administration

ABC News 15 Jun 2026 6:33 pm

This 15-in-1 docking station did more than add ports - it finally brought order to my desk

The Baseus Spacemate RD1 Pro has unique features that make it the centerpiece of a modern workstation.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 6:30 pm

Back Of Gatorade Bottle Features Recipe For Gatorade Casserole

The post Back Of Gatorade Bottle Features Recipe For Gatorade Casserole appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 15 Jun 2026 6:30 pm

Study: Majority Of Middle-Aged Men Lack Support Network Theyll Need To Handle Neil Youngs Death

NEW YORKWarning that millions of men aged 35 and older would be left utterly adrift following the traumatic loss, researchers at Columbia University published a study Monday that revealed the majority of middle-aged men in the United States lacked the support network they would need to handle singer-songwriter Neil Youngs death. Its deeply concerning that [] The post Study: Majority Of Middle-Aged Men Lack Support Network Theyll Need To Handle Neil Youngs Death appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 15 Jun 2026 6:30 pm

A diamond, a whale bone and letters: What's inside the America 250 time capsule

A 900-pound time capsule marking the 250th anniversary of American independence has been sealed shut and shipped to Philadelphia, where it will be buried next month

ABC News 15 Jun 2026 6:28 pm

I installed a $17 solar panel onto my doorbell camera, and it's easily my best smart home investment

I didn't think that this would work, but the EverExceed 5V solar panel has done wonders for my security cameras.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 6:15 pm

Why Anthropic suddenly pulled Fable 5 and Mythos 5 for everyone

Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 are gone. The reason? A US government directive.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 5:51 pm

I've reviewed every PDF editor out there - then I had ChatGPT build me a better one

The smartest way to use AI may not be letting it interact with your files, but asking it to write software that handles them safely.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 5:50 pm

How I used Airtable to audit and fix my food habits for $12/month - and it paid off big time

I turned my daily meal planning into a simple database system, reducing food stress, grocery confusion, and last-minute takeout temptations without counting calories, macros, or points.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 5:15 pm

How much I saved on electricity after months of using backyard solar panels - and my most effective setup

I've been using Anker's Solix F3800 Plus 820W solar setup at home, and here's the best way to reduce the electricity bill with it.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 4:18 pm

I found popular student discounts that can save you up to $25 per month

A student status can unlock a lot of savings if you know where to look. Here are my top picks you don't want to miss.

ZDNet 15 Jun 2026 3:30 pm

Trump's track record of insults and awkward moments with the G7 leaders he's meeting in France

President Donald Trump is heading to France for the Group of Seven summit

ABC News 15 Jun 2026 11:33 am

Iranian Americans plan protests and watch parties ahead of team's World Cup opener

Iranian Americans are torn over Irans participation in this years World Cup

ABC News 15 Jun 2026 11:32 am

A history of Iran's nuclear program and tensions with the US as an interim deal is reached

The United States and Iran have reached an interim deal aimed at ending their war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz

ABC News 15 Jun 2026 11:32 am

Trump celebrates 80th birthday with an Iran deal and UFC cage fights at the White House

President Donald Trump has celebrated turning 80 by announcing a preliminary agreement to end the war and a UFC cage-fighting event on the White House lawn

ABC News 15 Jun 2026 11:31 am

Most AAPI adults say the US is no longer a great country for immigrants, new poll finds

A new AP-NORC/AAPI Data poll finds that most Asian American and Pacific Islander adults have experienced or witnessed some degree of upheaval because of the Trump administrations heightened immigration policies

ABC News 15 Jun 2026 10:46 am