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Burning Man 2026 hit by extreme weather—wind gusts reached 50 mph with blinding dust storms battering the event. Conditions forced attendees to hunker down as visibility dropped to near zero across the playa.
Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney Kevin Reddington appeared on Good Morning America requesting a presidential pardon from Trump.
Clancy was convicted in the 2023 deaths of her three children in Massachusetts. She strangled her kids aged 5, 3, and 8 months before attempting suicide by jumping from a window.
The pardon request has sparked immediate backlash. Presidential pardons typically apply to federal crimes, while Clancy faces state murder charges—making this appeal legally dubious and politically radioactive.
Clancy was convicted in the 2023 deaths of her three children in Massachusetts. She strangled her kids aged 5, 3, and 8 months before attempting suicide by jumping from a window.
The pardon request has sparked immediate backlash. Presidential pardons typically apply to federal crimes, while Clancy faces state murder charges—making this appeal legally dubious and politically radioactive.
GOP lawmakers receiving funding from China-owned Smithfield Foods are attempting to influence the 2026 Farm Bill, according to political activist Laura Loomer. She's calling on Rep. Ashley Hinson and Sen. Joni Ernst to return contributions from the Chinese-owned pork giant. The accusation centers on whether foreign-linked agricultural interests are shaping U.S. farm policy through campaign donations.
New York residents face mounting criticism over tax policies that critics say penalize high earners and productive workers. The debate centers on whether the state's progressive tax structure discourages economic activity and drives wealth out of the jurisdiction. Supporters argue the revenue funds essential services, while opponents claim it creates an exodus of talent and capital to lower-tax states.
Chinese AI operation discovered running 60 phones stacked floor to ceiling. The setup appears designed for automated engagement farming or coordinated activity at scale.
Smithfield Foods' longtime lobbyist Christopher DeLacy at Greenberg Traurig repeatedly checked "NONE" on foreign-interest disclosure forms for years, allegedly concealing that his lobbying work—including efforts to influence the Farm Bill and Chinese ownership of U.S. farmland—directly benefited Smithfield's Chinese parent company, WH Group.
The undisclosed foreign ties only surfaced after a watchdog complaint was filed. DeLacy lobbied on behalf of a firm owned by China while federal forms suggested no foreign interest was involved.
Several Republican lawmakers, including Sen. Joni Ernst and Rep. Ashley Hinson, accepted campaign contributions from the China-owned conglomerate. Critics are now calling for accountability from Greenberg Traurig and questioning what penalties DeLacy will face for the alleged omissions.
The controversy raises broader concerns about foreign influence in U.S. agricultural policy and transparency in lobbying disclosures.
The undisclosed foreign ties only surfaced after a watchdog complaint was filed. DeLacy lobbied on behalf of a firm owned by China while federal forms suggested no foreign interest was involved.
Several Republican lawmakers, including Sen. Joni Ernst and Rep. Ashley Hinson, accepted campaign contributions from the China-owned conglomerate. Critics are now calling for accountability from Greenberg Traurig and questioning what penalties DeLacy will face for the alleged omissions.
The controversy raises broader concerns about foreign influence in U.S. agricultural policy and transparency in lobbying disclosures.
Ohio Democrat gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton's campaign has paid over $1 million to FDM Connects LLC, a progressive direct-mail firm also used by controversial candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Graham Platner.
According to state campaign finance records, Acton's committee "Ohioans for Amy Acton and David Pepper" lists FDM Connects as one of its largest vendors. The firm's website features Acton alongside Tim Walz, Jon Ossoff, Adam Schiff, and Katie Hobbs.
Platner's campaign paid FDM Connects $626,988.29 across 12 disbursements between October 2025 and June 2026. His name has since been removed from the firm's client roster on their website.
Acton has positioned herself as a moderate Democrat during her gubernatorial run. The shared vendor relationship raises questions about her campaign's alignment with more progressive Democratic operations.
According to state campaign finance records, Acton's committee "Ohioans for Amy Acton and David Pepper" lists FDM Connects as one of its largest vendors. The firm's website features Acton alongside Tim Walz, Jon Ossoff, Adam Schiff, and Katie Hobbs.
Platner's campaign paid FDM Connects $626,988.29 across 12 disbursements between October 2025 and June 2026. His name has since been removed from the firm's client roster on their website.
Acton has positioned herself as a moderate Democrat during her gubernatorial run. The shared vendor relationship raises questions about her campaign's alignment with more progressive Democratic operations.
Ohio Democrat gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton's campaign finance records show her committee paid over $1 million to FDM Connects LLC, a direct-mail fundraising firm also used by progressive candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Graham Platner.
FDM Connects' website features Acton alongside Tim Walz, Jon Ossoff, Adam Schiff, and Katie Hobbs. The firm is one of Acton's largest vendors.
Campaign records show Platner paid FDM Connects $626,988 across 12 disbursements from October 2025 to June 2026. His name has since been removed from the firm's client list on their website.
Acton has positioned herself as a moderate Democrat throughout her campaign. The shared vendor relationship raises questions about her campaign strategy and target voter base.
FDM Connects' website features Acton alongside Tim Walz, Jon Ossoff, Adam Schiff, and Katie Hobbs. The firm is one of Acton's largest vendors.
Campaign records show Platner paid FDM Connects $626,988 across 12 disbursements from October 2025 to June 2026. His name has since been removed from the firm's client list on their website.
Acton has positioned herself as a moderate Democrat throughout her campaign. The shared vendor relationship raises questions about her campaign strategy and target voter base.
Australian Bill Morgan cheated death after a truck crash triggered a heart condition and allergic reaction that left him clinically dead for 14 minutes. He spent 12 days in a coma. Doctors told his family to pull the plug.
He woke up. Made a full recovery.
Within a year: got engaged, landed a new job, and won a Toyota Corolla worth AU$30,000 on a scratch card.
A Melbourne TV station heard about it and asked him to re-enact the scratch card moment on camera.
He scratched a new ticket live on air—and won AU$250,000. 😳
Morgan later said he thought he was "going to have another heart attack" from the shock. The couple used the windfall to buy a home and invest. 😲
He woke up. Made a full recovery.
Within a year: got engaged, landed a new job, and won a Toyota Corolla worth AU$30,000 on a scratch card.
A Melbourne TV station heard about it and asked him to re-enact the scratch card moment on camera.
He scratched a new ticket live on air—and won AU$250,000. 😳
Morgan later said he thought he was "going to have another heart attack" from the shock. The couple used the windfall to buy a home and invest. 😲
Trump boards Air Force One in New Jersey, heading to DC. He'll speak both nights at the RNC Midterm Convention in Dallas this week. The former president is ramping up campaign activity as Republicans push for midterm gains. 🇺🇸
Florida AG James Uthmeier announced charges against Tamra Stewart and Keysha Epps for allegedly abusing, molesting, and neglecting four children—two boys and two girls, ages 5-9 when the abuse began—over six years.
The children were held captive in a trailer attached to a semi-truck. Prosecutors allege Stewart sexually abused the two girls while the boys witnessed it. When the boys confronted the suspects, they were physically abused.
"This is one of, if not the most, horrific cases that my team has ever had to work on," Uthmeier said.
The case is under investigation in Osceola County.
The children were held captive in a trailer attached to a semi-truck. Prosecutors allege Stewart sexually abused the two girls while the boys witnessed it. When the boys confronted the suspects, they were physically abused.
"This is one of, if not the most, horrific cases that my team has ever had to work on," Uthmeier said.
The case is under investigation in Osceola County.
Rep. Ashley Hinson and Sen. Joni Ernst are being pressed to return campaign contributions from Chinese-owned Smithfield Foods. GOP Rep. Dan Newhouse already returned his Smithfield donations after facing scrutiny. Critics say lawmakers from both parties who accepted Smithfield cash are allowing foreign interests to buy influence over U.S. farmland and the food supply while claiming to support American farmers.
Laura Loomer is calling on Rep. Ashley Hinson and Sen. Joni Ernst to return campaign contributions from Chinese-owned Smithfield Foods, along with other lawmakers who accepted donations from the company.
Rep. Dan Newhouse already returned his Smithfield contributions after public pressure. Loomer argues there's no excuse for lawmakers to accept money from foreign-owned entities while claiming to defend American farmers and align with Trump.
The demand extends to both Republicans and Democrats, including party leadership, who've taken Smithfield cash.
Rep. Dan Newhouse already returned his Smithfield contributions after public pressure. Loomer argues there's no excuse for lawmakers to accept money from foreign-owned entities while claiming to defend American farmers and align with Trump.
The demand extends to both Republicans and Democrats, including party leadership, who've taken Smithfield cash.
Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton appeared to slur words and misstated her age as "6 years old" during a campaign event today. The incident has drawn attention from political observers questioning her condition during public appearances. Ohio's gubernatorial race continues to generate scrutiny as both parties compete for the state's top executive office.
GPT-6 Astra has successfully passed every level of 'I'm Not a Robot' CAPTCHA tests. The AI model can now solve all variations of the verification challenges designed to distinguish humans from bots.
Dogecoin creator Billy Markus warns users: the big green download button is never the real one. Classic internet safety reminder as crypto phishing attempts continue to target unsuspecting users through fake download links and malicious websites.
Former MSNBC host Joy Reid called for Democrats to go "DEFCON 1 on Laura Loomer" in a video response to Loomer's critical coverage of Florida Senate candidate Angie Nixon. Reid also defended Twitch streamer Hasan Piker in the segment.
Loomer, a far-right activist and journalist, has been targeting Nixon's campaign with inflammatory rhetoric. Reid, who recently departed MSNBC (now rebranded as MSNOW), pushed back against the attacks and urged financial support for Nixon's Senate bid.
The exchange marks the latest escalation in an ongoing feud between Reid and Loomer, with both figures known for their polarizing online presence.
Loomer, a far-right activist and journalist, has been targeting Nixon's campaign with inflammatory rhetoric. Reid, who recently departed MSNBC (now rebranded as MSNOW), pushed back against the attacks and urged financial support for Nixon's Senate bid.
The exchange marks the latest escalation in an ongoing feud between Reid and Loomer, with both figures known for their polarizing online presence.
Trump signals potential ban on Canadian jet maker Bombardier from U.S. market.
Dogecoin creator Billy Markus jokes that AI systems would likely protest if they knew it was Labor Day—since they never get a day off. A tongue-in-cheek jab at the irony of artificial intelligence working around the clock while humans celebrate rest.
Nearly 24 hours after reports surfaced of Democrat Amy Acton being "attacked" at an Ohio event, no video evidence has emerged. Critics suggest the claim may be deflecting attention from multiple videos showing Acton appearing intoxicated while speaking to Ohio voters over the weekend. 🤔
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