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Crypto's Role in U.S. Elections Sparks Debate Over Industry Influence
Digital asset money is flowing into U.S. races, drawing sharp criticism about whether crypto donors are buying political access.
Virginia State Sen. Louise Lucas Charged in Marijuana Racketeering Case
Democratic state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, a vocal Trump critic, faces marijuana racketeering charges in a case that predates the current administration.
Israeli Fire Kills Four People in Gaza, Medics Report
Israeli strikes killed four people in Gaza, according to local medics, as fighting continues across the territory.
EU Condemns Violent West Bank Settler Attacks on Diplomats
The European Union has formally condemned settler violence in the West Bank, including assaults targeting diplomatic personnel, an EU spokesperson confirmed.
EU and Gulf States Postpone Saudi Arabia Summit Indefinitely
A high-level diplomatic summit between the European Union and Gulf nations has been postponed, disrupting planned talks in Saudi Arabia.
Talarico Returns to Campaign Trail After Flu Bout, Denies Rumors
Candidate Talarico is back on the trail after a brief illness, pushing back against online speculation about his absence.
Trump Says He's Considering Renaming Atlantic or Pacific Ocean
President Trump has floated the idea of renaming one of the two major oceans bordering the United States, continuing a pattern of bold geographic rebranding.
Saudi Airport Warning System Failed Before Deadly Attacks
A critical warning system went silent ahead of deadly strikes on Saudi airports, raising urgent questions about air defense readiness.
Cadiz Water Tank Work May Trigger Pressure Fluctuations
Maintenance on a Cadiz water tank could cause temporary pressure changes for local residents. Officials urge customers to stay alert.
Trump Eyes Joining Saudi Arabia Against Houthis After Airport Strike
President Trump says he may join Saudi Arabia's fight against Houthis following a deadly airport strike, raising resource concerns.
CFTC Moves to Distinguish Prediction Markets From Gambling
The CFTC has floated two proposals seeking to draw a legal line between prediction markets and casino gambling, potentially teeing up a Supreme Court fight.
Microsoft CEO Nadella Calls for Human-Controlled AI Emergency Brake
Satya Nadella joined a chorus of tech leaders urging stronger AI safeguards, including a human-operated kill switch for frontier models.
Social Security and Medicare Face Cuts If Tax Cuts Pass, Analysts Warn
Budget math shows extending tax cuts could force reductions to Social Security and Medicare, regardless of party affiliation.
Trump Enlists Russia to Lift Diesel Supply Before Midterms
The White House is tapping Russia to ease a global diesel crunch, but analysts warn the move may not shift prices in time for November elections.
ChatGPT for Teens Falls Short of OpenAI's Own Safety Standards
Common Sense Media finds ChatGPT for Teens no safer than prior versions, despite OpenAI's claims of improved protections for young users.
Britain Weighs Tariffs on Chinese EVs After EU Crackdown
The UK must decide whether to follow the EU's lead and impose tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, a choice with major trade and climate implications.
EU Lawmakers Add Crypto to Anti-Corruption Policy Push
European Parliament members are pressing crypto regulation as part of a broader anti-corruption drive, with the Commission set to release its first strategy by year-end.