Labour Slams The Crypto Brakes
Britain's Labour government has paused cryptocurrency donations to political parties, and Reform UK says the timing is no accident.
Iran’s AI Propaganda Targets America
A state-backed Iranian video uses AI and old grievances to push a blunt anti-U.S. message, then spreads fast through friendly outlets.
NASA Potato Sparks Alien Panic
A viral ISS photo had some people seeing alien life. NASA astronaut Don Pettit said the mystery object was just a purple potato, while NASA keeps spending big on the moon.
Armstrong Takes Oklahoma Senate Seat
Alan Armstrong is now in the Senate after Markwayne Mullin moved to Homeland Security. The GOP keeps the seat, the appointment is temporary, and the campaign cash chatter started almost immediately.
Pritzker Blamed After Loyola Student Killing
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker pointed at federal failures after the fatal shooting of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman in Chicago, while DHS blamed sanctuary policy and border enforcement lapses.
Delta Cuts Congress Airport Fast Lane
Delta Air Lines is pausing a special service desk for members of Congress while the TSA shutdown drags on. The move lands as airport delays grow and the Capitol discovers that rules for everyone else can still apply to lawmakers.
Actor Fight Ends in Self-Defense Ruling
Police closed a Tennessee neighbor dispute involving actor Alan Ritchson after reviewing conflicting accounts and concluding he acted in self-defense.
More Devices Found in Maryland Park
Five suspected explosive devices were found at Fort Washington Park, and more turned up the next day. The bomb squad, ATF, and park officials are now handling the scene, while the park remains closed until further notice.
Mullin Wins Senate’s DHS Vote
The Senate voted 54-45 to confirm Markwayne Mullin as the next Homeland Security secretary. The roll call split along familiar lines, with one GOP no and two Democrats in favor.
CNN Admits Atlanta Lines Finally Fell
CNN said Atlanta airport wait times dropped from hours to under 40 minutes after ICE agents and extra police showed up. The episode showed how fast a shutdown can turn a routine security line into a public nuisance with a press pass.