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Today's Poll Question
Do the communication device attacks, presumably by Israel, make us more or less safe?
The Federal Reserve slashed interest rates by half a point, marking its first cut since 2020. The move aims to lower borrowing costs, provide economic relief, and continue its fight against inflation.
Exploding walkie-talkies and pagers in Lebanon have killed at least 20 people and injured hundreds, targeting Hezbollah strongholds and reportedly compromising the group's communications.
The Teamsters Union, historically influential in presidential elections, announced it will not endorse any presidential candidate, citing insufficient commitments from both Harris and Trump.
David Ignatius explains that Israel's sophisticated pager attack on Hezbollah fighters not only weakens the group’s communication network but also risks derailing cease-fire talks.
Nelson DeMille, best-selling author of 23 novels, including "By the Rivers of Babylon" and "The Maze," has died at 81 after a battle with cancer, leaving a lasting legacy as a beloved storyteller.
JD Souther, the acclaimed songwriter behind iconic hits for The Eagles and Linda Ronstadt, passed away at 78, playing a pivotal role in shaping the SoCal’s country-rock sound of the 1970s.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman stated that Saudi Arabia will not establish diplomatic ties with Israel without the creation of an independent Palestinian state.
A Russian troll farm fabricated a false story claiming Kamala Harris was involved in a 2011 hit-and-run that left a 13-year-old paralyzed, according to a Microsoft report.
The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution urging an end to Israeli occupation in Palestinian territories. Member states voted 124 in favor, 43 abstained, and 14—including the U.S.—voted against.
Adrian Wojnarowski, ESPN's top NBA insider known for breaking basketball news, is retiring to become the men's basketball program general manager at his alma mater, St. Bonaventure.
Despite being told the rumors were false, the Trump campaign amplified baseless claims that Haitian immigrants in Springfield were eating pets, leading to panic, bomb threats, and unrest in the city.
Chuck Todd warns that political divisions are worsening as both parties exploit events like the recent assassination attempt on Trump for partisan gain, deepening the divide.
U.S. drug overdose deaths have dropped for the first time in decades, plummeting by 10.6%, offering a rare glimmer of hope in the fight against an epidemic that has claimed countless lives.
Atlantic City Mayor Small Sr. and his wife, were indicted on child endangerment, with the mayor also facing terroristic threats and aggravated assault for allegedly abusing their teen daughter.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker has reached a $1.3 billion deal with the 76ers for a new Center City arena, despite backlash from Chinatown residents who fear displacement.
At a Trump town hall, AK Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders remarked, "Unfortunately, Kamala Harris doesn't have anything keeping her humble," referencing Harris' lack of biological children.
In an ironic twist, PA Gov. Josh Shapiro was denied alcohol at a convenience store while trying to celebrate the new law he signed expanding access to canned cocktails—because he forgot his ID.
Tupperware, the 77-year-old food storage giant, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, planning to restructure and continue operations while seeking a buyer to modernize the brand.
The U.S. State Department has launched an online passport renewal system, allowing Americans to renew digitally, with processing times remaining six to eight weeks for regular service.
Former first woman Melania Trump, who is known for being publicly private, defended via social media her past nude modeling, saying “we should honor our bodies” while scrutinizing the media for judgement toward her.
A Scripps News/Ipsos poll found just over half of Americans support mass deportation of illegal Immigrants, a policy made popular under Trump that he vows to actualize if reelected.
Harris criticized Trump’s plan to deport millions of illegal immigrants at a speech to the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, questioning his potential need for massive raids and detention camps.
