Arizona State Sun Devils quarterback Sam Leavitt has a list written on a whiteboard in his room. It’s a list of quarterbacks, and no, it’s not the ones he aspires to be. It’s the quarterback he wishes to topple heading into his 2025 season. Leavitt wouldn’t divulge the exact names on the list, but it’s […] ...
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Fever rule out Caitlin Clark for 4th-straight game ahead of All-Star breakFever rule out Caitlin Clark for 4th-straight game ahead of All-Star break
The Indiana Fever, fresh off the Commissioner’s Cup final victory, will be again without guard Caitlin Clark for Thursday night’s matchup against the Las Vegas Aces, as she remains sidelined for the fourth straight game with a lingering groin injury. The update comes just weeks before Clark is due to serve as a captain in the WNBA […] ...
How the Justice Department carried out a $14.6B healthcare fraud takedownHow the Justice Department carried out a $14.6B healthcare fraud takedown
The Department of Justice’s unveiling this week of sweeping charges against more than 300 defendants who allegedly defrauded Medicare and other taxpayer-funded programs came as part of the department’s annual “takedown” event. The healthcare fraud takedowns have been a practice at the DOJ for more than a decade, but officials touted this one as the […] ...
Rep. Eugene Vindman is ‘furious’ about US pause on weapons to UkraineRep. Eugene Vindman is ‘furious’ about US pause on weapons to Ukraine
Rep. Eugene Vindman is speaking out against the Pentagon's move to halt some weapon shipments to Ukraine, saying it puts "lives and territory at risk." ...
From batteries to toothpaste, get your everyday essentials on sale during Amazon Prime DayFrom batteries to toothpaste, get your everyday essentials on sale during Amazon Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day is back and bigger than ever! Whether you’re stocking up on household staples or hunting for the latest tech gadgets, Amazon’s annual sale offers impressive deals all around. For those looking to stock up on their everyday essentials, Prime provides you with the perfect opportunity to do so. Batteries, toothbrushes, mops and […] ...
White House reveals highest-paid staffers – and 8 taking no salariesWhite House reveals highest-paid staffers – and 8 taking no salaries
President Donald Trump‘s administration released its annual report revealing the salaries for every staffer inside the White House on Thursday. The report shows employees’ earnings in a range of $59,070 at the lowest to $225,700 at the highest, though a few aren’t accepting salaries at all. The top-paid staffer at the White House is Jacalynne […] ...
ACLU sues to block ICE raids in Southern California, alleging constitutional violationsACLU sues to block ICE raids in Southern California, alleging constitutional violations
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of California has filed a class-action lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) demanding an immediate halt to what it describes as unlawful immigration raids across the Los Angeles area targeting migrants with “brown skin.” The non-profit accuses Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) of carrying out unconstitutional raids […] ...
Trump $3.3T megabill sets House record for longest vote in historyTrump $3.3T megabill sets House record for longest vote in history
President Donald Trump’s $3.3 trillion “big, beautiful bill” has reportedly set the House record for the longest vote in the history of the lower chamber of Congress. The procedural vote on the Senate-amended version of the bill lasted for more than seven hours. In 2021, the House spent seven hours and six minutes voting on […] ...
Nature views, therapy llamas and ‘impeccable’ bathrooms give boost to ‘best’ airportsNature views, therapy llamas and ‘impeccable’ bathrooms give boost to ‘best’ airports
Most travelers hope for speedy security lines and simple layouts at airport — but some of America’s travel hubs apparently soar above the rest. A recent survey of over 2,300 people identified one airport in the Pacific Northwest as the best in the country — thanks in part to its decor plus its food and […] ...
Why Syria plays a key role in Trump’s plans for Middle East peaceWhy Syria plays a key role in Trump’s plans for Middle East peace
President Trump eases most sanctions against Syria in a move to reclaim regional leverage, counter Iranian influence, and support allies while seeking to create a more peaceful region. ...
Israel fighting ‘very tough’ war in Gaza, retired British Army colonel saysIsrael fighting ‘very tough’ war in Gaza, retired British Army colonel says
Ret. British Col. Richard Kemp details what he saw during a recent trip to Gaza, including Israel's handling of the war and the work of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. ...
UN expert repeats Israel ‘genocide’ claims after US calls for her removalUN expert repeats Israel ‘genocide’ claims after US calls for her removal
Just days after the U.S. called for her removal from her position, U.N. Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese accused Israel of carrying out "one of the cruelest genocides in modern history." ...
Wisconsin ski park faces lawsuit after allegedly firing employee for sharing Bible verses on social mediaWisconsin ski park faces lawsuit after allegedly firing employee for sharing Bible verses on social media
A Wisconsin snow park is facing a federal lawsuit that accuses it of firing a Christian employee for posting Bible verses on his personal social media account. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a complaint against Crystal Ridge Ski Area, LLC, formerly known as The Rock Snowpark, a winter sports park and summer […] ...
MORNING GLORY: Will the House Freedom Caucus desert President Trump and trigger a massive tax hike?MORNING GLORY: Will the House Freedom Caucus desert President Trump and trigger a massive tax hike?
House Speaker Mike Johnson hopes to have brought President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” to a vote on Wednesday afternoon or evening. If he was successful and “OBBB” passed and is on its way to the president’s desk, then this column has been overtaken by events —great events as passage of the OBBB […] ...
Why are major museums pushing climate change instead of celebrating the spirit of America?Why are major museums pushing climate change instead of celebrating the spirit of America?
On a sweltering day recently, I found myself in need of an indoor activity for me and my six kids. Living near the nation’s capital has its perks, chief among them, the Smithsonian museums. So, we headed into D.C. for a dose of air conditioning and culture. As we walked in, we were greeted by […] ...
‘I’m an ER doctor — these are the injuries I see most on 4th of July’‘I’m an ER doctor — these are the injuries I see most on 4th of July’
For most Americans, the 4th of July is marked by patriotic celebrations with family and friends — but for some, the festive holiday can end with an unplanned trip to the emergency room. More than 45,000 people visit the ER on July 4 and 5 each year, according to the Pew Research Center — which […] ...
CBS staffers revolt over Paramount’s ‘shameful’ Trump settlement, ‘betrayal’ to the network’s journalistsCBS staffers revolt over Paramount’s ‘shameful’ Trump settlement, ‘betrayal’ to the network’s journalists
CBS News staffers are furious at their parent company Paramount Global’s eight-figure settlement to President Donald Trump that was struck late Tuesday night, ending his $20 billion lawsuit against the network. “This settlement is a cowardly capitulation by the corporate leaders of Paramount, and a fundamental betrayal of ‘60 Minutes’ and CBS News,” veteran “60 […] ...
High school seniors see red when they learn the size of the national debtHigh school seniors see red when they learn the size of the national debt
“$10 million?” “$100 million?” “No, you’re crazy, it’s got to be more than that, it’s got to be like in the billions.” MAGA COUNTRY VOTERS SOUND ALARM OVER ‘RIDICULOUS’ NATIONAL DEBT AMID DEBATE OVER TRUMP-BACKED BILL “Yeah it’s got to be at least maybe $50 billion dollars. Maybe even $100 billion.” “That much?” “Maybe” “No, […] ...
July Fourth boaters warned about deadly waterfront danger with lifesaving summer tipsJuly Fourth boaters warned about deadly waterfront danger with lifesaving summer tips
While summer boating brings great pleasure to most, one expert shared a bevy of resources for boaters to stay safe and avoid tragedy as water accident figures climb. Capt. Geoff Fahringer is a 50-year career law enforcement officer who worked in upstate New York where he was a SWAT officer and major crimes detective. He […] ...
Rare Christian cross among spectacular 1,000-year-old Viking treasures found by metal detectoristsRare Christian cross among spectacular 1,000-year-old Viking treasures found by metal detectorists
Archaeologists recently unearthed a hoard of early medieval treasures on the banks of an inlet in northern Germany, all thanks to a metal detectorist. The State Archaeology Department of Schleswig-Holstein (ALSH) announced the discovery in a press release in late May. The hoard, dating back roughly 1,000 years, was found on the shores of the […] ...
Diddy’s dream team avoided ‘disaster’ with one key move, OJ Simpson attorney saysDiddy’s dream team avoided ‘disaster’ with one key move, OJ Simpson attorney says
Sean “Diddy” Combs was acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering charges Wednesday following a two-month trial where his legal team argued that the case was about “voluntary adult choices,” not a “mean” man running a criminal enterprise. After the verdict was read, people in the courtroom began shouting “dream team” to Diddy’s high-profile lawyers, a […] ...
House advances Trump’s massive agenda bill after fiscal hawks caveHouse advances Trump’s massive agenda bill after fiscal hawks cave
The House of Representatives has voted to advance President Donald Trump’s $3.3 trillion “big, beautiful bill” to its final phase in Congress, overcoming fears of a potential Republican mutiny. It’s a significant victory for House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., though the fight is not over yet. Lawmakers voted to proceed with debate on the mammoth-sized […] ...
Congressional intern gunned down in DC street shooting wasn’t intended target: policeCongressional intern gunned down in DC street shooting wasn’t intended target: police
A University of Massachusetts-Amherst student who was a Congressional student intern was killed in a triple shooting in Washington, D.C., on Monday. Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, 21, a rising senior who was majoring in finance with a minor in political science, died at the hospital after being one of three people shot in northwest D.C., according to […] ...
Trump calls out Republican holdouts as House procedural vote on megabill remains open: ‘Costing you votes!’Trump calls out Republican holdouts as House procedural vote on megabill remains open: ‘Costing you votes!’
President Donald Trump took to Truth Social early Thursday to call out Republicans who are still refusing to get behind a House procedural vote on the “Big Beautiful Bill.” With the vote having stalled late Wednesday – with five Republican “nays” and another eight Republicans having yet to cast a vote – the president touted […] ...
Diego Luna scores twice as USMNT secures spot in Gold Cup finalDiego Luna scores twice as USMNT secures spot in Gold Cup final
The United States men’s national soccer team turned a hot start on Wednesday night at Energizer Park and into victory over Guatemala to reach the Gold Cup final. This win marks the 13th time the U.S. has reached the Gold Cup final, and they will face the winner of Mexico-Honduras to determine who wins it […] ...