1 hour ago Trump signs executive orders stripping federal funding from schools that teach CRT, supporting school choice

One executive order removes federal funding from K-12 schools that teach critical race theory, and another supports educational choice initiatives.

Politics

6 hours ago European embedded banking startup Swan adds another $44 million to its Series B

French startup Swan has raised another €42 million (around $44 million at current exchange rates). The company considers this round as the second part of the Series B round that was originally announced in September 2024. Swan helps other companies offer financial products at scale. The company can generate both virtual and physical cards that […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Economics

20 hours ago Jake Paul Vs. Logan Paul HBO Max Fight Could Fuel Boxing's Streaming Boom

Brothers Jake Paul and Logan Paul made social media announcements Tuesday that suggested their next fight will be against each other and aired on HBO Max. The post Jake Paul Vs. Logan Paul HBO Max Fight Could Fuel Boxing’s Streaming Boom appeared first on Breitbart.

Sport

2 hours ago Trans community fears Trump's actions will upend legal precedent on prison protections

One of President Trump's first executive orders impacts transgender inmates incarcerated in federal facilities. It's just one in a series of actions signed by Trump that target the trans community.

Events

15 hours ago 'Elon Will Soon Be on His Way:' Trump Urges Musk and SpaceX to Rescue NASA Astronauts Stranded by Boeing

President Trump called on SpaceX CEO Elon Musk to "go get" two NASA astronauts who have been stuck on the International Space Station for months — stranded by Boeing and "virtually abandoned in space by the Biden Administration" according to Trump's Truth Social post. The post ‘Elon Will Soon Be on His Way:’ Trump Urges Musk and SpaceX to Rescue NASA Astronauts Stranded by Boeing appeared first on Breitbart.

Technology

16 hours ago Effective immediately: CDC can't talk to WHO. What will that mean for world health?

Staff at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have been told to halt all communication with the World Health Organization.

Science

2 hours ago Tulsi Gabbard Defended Russia and Syria. Now She Must Defend Those Views.

The nominee for director of national intelligence espoused provocative takes on foreign policy during public appearances. Senators are expected to challenge some of those in her confirmation hearing.

Politics

12 hours ago Meta agrees to pay Trump $25 million to settle lawsuit over Facebook and Instagram suspensions

Meta agreed to pay President Trump $25 million to settle a 2021 federal lawsuit alleging First Amendment violations after his suspension from Facebook and Instagram in the wake of the Jan. 6 attack.

Economics

21 hours ago Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard involved in board meeting brawl between boyfriend, activist

Chicago-area "super mayor" Tiffany Henyard jumped into a Thornton Township board meeting fist fight between her boyfriend and an activist who criticized her.

Sport

2 hours ago Criminal records of Jan. 6 rioters pardoned by Trump include rape, domestic violence

Dozens of Jan. 6 defendants who received pardons from President Trump had past criminal convictions for charges including rape, manslaughter, domestic violence and drug trafficking.

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17 hours ago Trump’s Plan for Elon Musk to Bring the ‘Stranded’ Astronauts Home ASAP Is a Headache for NASA

Bringing forward the return of Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams would leave just a single astronaut operating the US portion of the International Space Station.

Technology

19 hours ago Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Promises to Ensure Tax Dollars Support Healthy Foods, 'Scrutinize' Chemical Additives in Food Supply

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump's nominee for Health and Human Services Secretary, promised Wednesday that if confirmed he will ensure tax dollars will support health foods and scrutinize chemical additives in the food supply. The post Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Promises to Ensure Tax Dollars Support Healthy Foods, ‘Scrutinize’ Chemical Additives in Food Supply appeared first on Breitbart.

Science

2 hours ago Trump's pick for intel chief, Tulsi Gabbard, faces her confirmation hearing

Among the topics likely to come up at the hearing: her 2017 meeting with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, her friendly positions toward Russia and her push to drop charges against Edward Snowden.

Politics

14 hours ago Newsom bill could spend tax money to defend illegal immigrants from Trump deportation push: CA lawmaker

CA Republican Rep. Bill Essayli questioned state staffers on whether a bill being considered in Newsom's special session would help shield illegal immigrants from deportation.

Economics

3 hours ago Legal centers for migrants kick into high gear as Trump ramps up immigration policies

Legal centers across the country are preparing migrants without legal status for various scenarios as the Trump administration tries to ramp up immigration raids, detentions and deportations.

Events

19 hours ago Netflix adds a convenient feature for iOS users to download an entire TV season at once

Netflix announced on Wednesday that it’s giving iOS users a new feature that allows them to download an entire season of their favorite TV show with one tap. The feature first became available to Android users.  The Season Download button is available in the Netflix app, located next to the Share button on a show’s […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Technology

2 hours ago Marla Maples backs RFK Jr. for Trump Cabinet, advocates for healthier food choices

Marla Maples shares her hopes for the Make America Healthy Again movement surrounding the Trump administration, while showing support for RFK Jr.'s confirmation as HHS Secretary

Politics

15 hours ago Trump stands to gain $250 million with social media expansion into financial services

Trump Media & Technology Group's share value surged following the announcement it's expanding into financial services.

Economics

5 hours ago San Francisco Mayor Lurie reaches milestones in efforts to tackle fentanyl crisis

San Francisco Mayor Lurie reaches milestones in efforts to tackle fentanyl crisis  KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco

Events

31 hours ago Trump admin offers payouts for resignations in move mirroring Musk's memo at Twitter

The Trump administration offered an ultimatum to some federal employees asking them to choose if they want to resign in a pitch that echoes Elon Musk's moves at Twitter.

Technology

3 hours ago Democratic Sen. Patty Murray discusses holding the Trump administration to account

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Democratic U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, following the White House's withdrawal of an order to pause federal spending.

Politics

7 hours ago Trump says U.S. will send 'worst criminal illegal aliens' to Guantánamo Bay

The president says up to 30,000 criminal migrants deported from the United States could be housed at the facility in Cuba, but it wasn't immediately clear how the plan would be implemented.

Events

32 hours ago Trump asks SpaceX to "go get" two stranded ISS astronauts. They're not stranded.

Two NASA astronauts flew to the International Space Station in June on Boeing's Starliner capsule. The test flight was planned for eight days but technical troubles forced the capsule to return empty.

Technology

3 hours ago Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the U.S., discusses Trump's approach

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the U.S., about how Canadians think of Trump's approach and about the economic ties between the countries.

Politics

7 hours ago Reagan National Airport crash: Trump, lawmakers react to tragedy as officials investigate

U.S. politicians expressed grief and sympathy on Wednesday night after a passenger plane from Kansas collided with a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport.

Events

32 hours ago Trump asks SpaceX to 'go get' two stranded ISS astronauts. They're not stranded

Two NASA astronauts flew to the International Space Station in June on Boeing's Starliner capsule. The test flight was planned for eight days but technical troubles forced the capsule to return empty.

Technology

3 hours ago Sparks expected to fly at Kash Patel’s Senate confirmation hearing to lead FBI

Kash Patel is set to join the Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday morning to face his nomination hearing to serve as the second Trump administration's FBI director.

Politics

9 hours ago VP Vance doubles down on WH's 'ambitious' goal to get criminal migrants off the streets: 'Policy matters'

Vice President JD Vance sits down with Fox News host Sean Hannity to discuss the Trump administration's immigration crackdown on 'Hannity.'

Events

3 hours ago Trump HHS nominee RFK Jr returns to Capitol Hill for round 2 after heated first day of hearings

RFK Jr. is back on the Hill for a second day of testimony, this time before a different Senate committee, after a first round that was contentious but saw no GOP defections.

Politics

9 hours ago Wichita passenger flight collides with helicopter over Washington, D.C.

Wichita passenger flight collides with helicopter over Washington, D.C.  Kansas City Star

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5 hours ago Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser says both aircraft are in water and rescue operation underway in Potomac River

Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser says both aircraft are in water and rescue operation underway in Potomac River  The Tribune India

Politics

9 hours ago Wichita American Airlines flight crashes in Washington, D.C., rescue attempts underway

Wichita American Airlines flight crashes in Washington, D.C., rescue attempts underway  Kansas City Star

Events

5 hours ago Mayor Lurie Secures majority support for fentanyl ordinance in San Francisco

Mayor Lurie Secures majority support for fentanyl ordinance in San Francisco  KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco

Politics

9 hours ago Los Angeles City Council tables a proposed wildfire renter protection measure

Los Angeles City Council tables a proposed wildfire renter protection measure  Los Angeles Daily News

Events

5 hours ago Trump order cracks down on antisemitism and could deport foreign student protesters

The executive order directs government agencies to use all available tools to prosecute or remove perpetrators of antisemitic harassment and violence, especially on college campuses.

Politics

9 hours ago Chicago mayor improperly accepting designer gifts like Hugo Boss cuff links, Gucci bag and more: OIG report

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said he never saw the room referred to by the Office of the Inspector General as the "gift room," where luxury gifts were stored.

Events

6 hours ago Trump plans to build mass detention camp for deportees at Guantánamo Bay

Trump plans to build mass detention camp for deportees at Guantánamo Bay  The Washington Post

Politics

11 hours ago Los Angeles City Council delays proposed eviction moratorium for wildfire victims

Los Angeles City Council delays proposed eviction moratorium for wildfire victims  KTLA Los Angeles

Events

7 hours ago Carney on Kudlow: Trump's Tariffs Could 'Almost Eliminate the Corporate Tax'

Breitbart News economics editor John Carney said Tuesday on Fox Business Network's "Kudlow" that the Trump administration's tariffs could "almost eliminate the corporate tax altogether." The post Carney on Kudlow: Trump’s Tariffs Could ‘Almost Eliminate the Corporate Tax’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

11 hours ago Crooked Bob Menendez Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison in Corruption Case, Fishing for a Trump Pardon

Former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez (D) fished for a pardon from President Donald Trump after he was sentenced to 11 years in prison on Wednesday on charges related to bribery and corruption. The post Crooked Bob Menendez Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison in Corruption Case, Fishing for a Trump Pardon appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

7 hours ago Schumer Is Pushed by Democratic Governors to Fight Harder Against Trump

On a call with Senator Chuck Schumer, the minority leader, six Democratic governors pushed him to slow down the confirmation of President Trump’s nominees and to do more to block his agenda.

Politics

12 hours ago NYC mayoral candidates distancing themselves from 'defund the police' beliefs

Democratic candidates running for the New York City mayoral primary are promoting a harsher stance on crime and public safety ahead of this year’s election.

Events

7 hours ago Trump Thanks First Responders for 'Incredible Work' After Collision at Reagan Airport

President Donald Trump expressed thanks to first responders for their "incredible work" after a collision between a regional jet and a Sikorsky H-60 helicopter at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night. The post Trump Thanks First Responders for ‘Incredible Work’ After Collision at Reagan Airport appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

12 hours ago Los Angeles City Council holds off on rental protections for those affected by wildfires

Los Angeles City Council holds off on rental protections for those affected by wildfires  CBS News

Events

7 hours ago Federal Agencies Ordered to End Initiatives That Support ‘Gender Ideology’

The directive was another step in the Trump administration’s campaign to root out “woke” ideology from the federal government.

Politics

12 hours ago Defense Secretary Hegseth says Guantanamo Bay is 'perfect place' to hold migrants 'safely in the interim'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discusses President Donald Trump's plans to use Guantanamo Bay to house criminal migrants in the interim on 'The Will Cain Show.'

Events

8 hours ago DC chopper, plane crash live updates: President Trump briefed after American Airlines flight crashes into Potomac River seconds before landing

DC chopper, plane crash live updates: President Trump briefed after American Airlines flight crashes into Potomac River seconds before landing  New York Post

Politics

12 hours ago Exclusive — CIA Director John Ratcliffe Hopes Close Relationship with Kash Patel Helps Repair Agency’s Relations with FBI

CIA Director John Ratcliffe hopes his close relationship with President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the FBI, Kash Patel, leads to deeper cooperation between the intelligence and law enforcement behemoths, Ratcliffe told Breitbart News exclusively. The post Exclusive — CIA Director John Ratcliffe Hopes Close Relationship with Kash Patel Helps Repair Agency’s Relations with FBI appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

8 hours ago Dershowitz: Good to See Trump Admin. Acting on Antisemites 'Abusing' Visas, They Aren't 'Entitled' to Be Here

On Wednesday’s broadcast of Newsmax TV’s “The Record,” Harvard Law Professor Emeritus Alan Dershowitz praised the Trump administration’s executive order on campus antisemitism and stated that student visas are being abused by “non-American citizens who are not entitled to be The post Dershowitz: Good to See Trump Admin. Acting on Antisemites ‘Abusing’ Visas, They Aren’t ‘Entitled’ to Be Here appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

13 hours ago Pat Mahomes Sr. claims he was victimized by social media hack after perceived Bills insult

The father of Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes argued he is not responsible for the perceived diss directed at the Bills after Kansas City's AFC championship game victory.

Events

9 hours ago With sweeping orders, Trump aims to control race teaching, boost school choice

With sweeping orders, Trump aims to control race teaching, boost school choice  The Washington Post

Politics

14 hours ago Trump DoD creates task force to abolish DEI offices that 'promote systemic racism'

The Department of Defense recently created a task force to abolish DEI offices that promote discrimination and systemic racism.

Events

9 hours ago President Trump’s executive order puts pause on refugees coming to Alaska

President Trump’s executive order puts pause on refugees coming to Alaska  Alaska's News Source

Politics

14 hours ago Trump's Department of Education opens investigation into school's alleged discrimination of White students

The Office of Civil Rights is investigating a civil rights complaint alleging that the Ithaca City School District discriminated on the basis of race and color.

Events