Jul 14, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Disgraced former Congressman George Santos faces a new insider trading investigation involving a bet on Kalshi about his own attendance at President Trump's State of the Union address. Federal regulators and prosecutors are probing whether Santos manipulated the prediction market by publicly stating he would attend while potentially betting on his no-show. This case highlights the growing scrutiny of insider trading in regulated prediction markets, with both the CFTC and DOJ prioritizing such investigations.
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Jul 13, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared on NBC's Meet the Press to mourn the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, calling him a 'beloved friend' and a great patriot. Netanyahu highlighted Graham's unwavering support for Israel and his strong stance on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The interview also touched on the Trump administration's mixed messaging regarding Iran's nuclear compliance and ongoing negotiations.
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Jun 29, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
President Donald Trump has endorsed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's open letter proposing direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war. Zelenskyy called for a full ceasefire during negotiations, warning that Ukraine will continue fighting if no deal is reached. Trump said both sides must make compromises and suggested his own proposals as a basis for peace.
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Jun 28, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Anthropic's Mythos 5, a powerful cybersecurity model, has been reactivated for a select group of users after intense negotiations with the Trump administration. The deal mirrors an earlier exception granted to OpenAI's GPT-5.6, allowing approved organizations and US government agencies to access the model. However, the public-facing Fable 5 remains in limbo, with no clear timeline for release. The move comes amid growing pressure from national security concerns and competition from other AI labs.
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Jun 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A roundup of today's top news stories including YouTuber MrBeast's Fortnite chocolate collaboration, a heated exchange between Trump and a Republican senator, Ukraine's massive strike on Russian targets in Crimea, and other notable events from politics, crime, and lifestyle.
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Jun 24, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A once-in-a-generation broadband expansion program aimed at connecting underserved communities has been hijacked by tech moguls. Under the Trump administration, the BEAD program's focus shifted from fiber to satellite internet, funneling billions to Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos. While states struggle with bureaucracy and delays, only a few hundred homes have been connected. The result is a crony capitalist mess that leaves rural America behind.
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Jun 21, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
At the G7 Summit, French President Macron and Indian PM Modi warned that US ability to block AI model exports could harm economies and AI firms. The Trump administration's recent ban on Anthropic's Mythos 5 and Fable 5 models sparked fears of revocable access. World leaders discussed a trusted partners scheme to bypass US restrictions, but questions remain about its scope. The episode underscores the tension between AI sovereignty and dependence on American technology.
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Jun 20, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
OpenAI has announced two high-profile hires: Dean Ball, a key architect of the Trump administration’s AI Action Plan, and Noam Shazeer, a co-inventor of the transformer and former Gemini co-lead at Google. The additions reflect OpenAI’s strategy to strengthen both its policy influence and technical leadership as it prepares for a public market debut.
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May 31, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A social media spat between Texas Senator Ted Cruz and Trump advisor Alex Bruesewitz has escalated after Bruesewitz accused Cruz of begging for a photo with rapper Nicki Minaj. The incident, which allegedly occurred at an event, has drawn attention to Minaj's political alignment and Cruz's public persona.
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May 28, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Evangelical leader Mike Evans claims Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman told him he would recognize Israel 'today' if not for his father King Salman. The account, unverified, emerges as Trump pushes for broader normalization under the Abraham Accords.
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May 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Pope Francis was buried at St. Mary Major Basilica on Saturday after a funeral Mass in St. Peter's Square attended by tens of thousands, including President Trump, Prince William, and President Zelenskyy. The burial marked the first time in 100 years that a pope was interred outside the Vatican, fulfilling Francis's wish to be near an icon of the Madonna he revered. His simple marble tomb, engraved only with his name, underscores his legacy of humility and service to the marginalized.
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May 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Podcaster Joe Rogan expressed shock at President Trump’s $1.8 billion Department of Justice slush fund, calling it 'crazy' on his show. The deal drops Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and permanently bars audits of his family’s taxes. Critics, including former IRS officials and GOP senators, have denounced the unprecedented action. Rogan, who once endorsed Trump, has increasingly distanced himself since the Iran conflict.
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