Republican senator withholds support for Thune as a leadership clash approaches
A Senate Republican has not yet decided whether to back Majority Leader John Thune for another term as the party’s leader, with leadership elections approaching. Sen. Rick Scott of Florida said the next leader should first explain how Republicans plan to advance their priorities during the congressional lame-duck session, before Democrats take control in January. […]
Livvy Dunne’s comment section turns hostile after her collaboration with Angel Reese, NFL memes, and a fan’s clash with security
Livvy Dunne’s content collaboration with Angel Reese drew a sharply negative reaction online over the weekend. One commenter questioned the pairing, while others piled on with digs at Reese and Dunne. Alabama fans joined in, and after LSU’s 31–13 defeat, some commenters used the result to take another shot at Reese. I was at Ohio […]
Inside a ranching family’s clash with the government that could have consequences reaching the Supreme Court: ‘A threat to their very existence’
The owners of a family cattle ranch say a state penalty over ponds used to water their livestock poses an “existential threat” to their business. They warn the dispute could also affect ranchers elsewhere. In 2023, the Washington State Department of Ecology fined Wade and Teresa King $267,540, alleging they had damaged protected wetlands while […]
2028 Republican divisions take shape as Vance, Cruz, and DeSantis clash over midterm losses, alongside other top headlines
Midterm fallout and other stories Vance, Cruz and DeSantis clash over Republican losses in the midterms. A Somali American Democrat’s résumé is drawing scrutiny after the candidate flipped a Republican-held seat in Minnesota. A gunman opened fire on Colorado police officers, killing one. Trump blamed Democrats after a sharp drop in stock prices following their […]
A clash at the castle: People inside Medieval Times dinner theater allege animal cruelty and sexual harassment
For 43 years, performers at Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament venues across North America have entertained crowds as knights and ladies on horseback. Now, the company is facing allegations from former employees who say its workplace culture involves animal mistreatment, sexual harassment, discrimination, bullying and retaliation against people who speak up. During the show, guests […]
Assimilation is no longer possible: The West has taken in too many migrants whose cultures clash with its own
When a country receives large numbers of people from very different cultural backgrounds, some may feel less pressure to assimilate into the society around them. That is the concern raised by Virginia commentator Nick Freitas and British commentator Rafe Heydel-Mankoo, who say they have watched this shift unfold in Western countries. Freitas says he repeatedly […]
Draymond Green of the Warriors throws a Suns player to the ground and grabs his jersey during a heated clash
Draymond Green was ejected during the Golden State Warriors’ game against the Phoenix Suns on Monday night after a physical confrontation in the third quarter. As Phoenix center Khaman Maluach tried to establish position in the paint, Green went down. He got back up as Maluach took the ball and attempted a layup, then wrapped […]
Collins and a leading Senate Democrat clash over a bill to extend protections for Maine lobster fishermen as Cruz promises to act
Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, criticized Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., for what she described as delays in efforts to shield Maine’s lobster industry from federal regulations adopted during the Biden administration. The legislation may gain traction in the Senate next month. Cantwell is expected to visit Maine and meet with lobstermen, after previously opposing attempts to […]
Final stretch of California elections: Steve Hilton promotes tax reductions while Bass and Raman clash over utility expenses
On Saturday, as early voting commenced in California, major political figures were actively campaigning, hoping to secure voter support ahead of Election Day. Each candidate presented distinct solutions to the pressing issues of affordability and public safety in the state. Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton took his campaign to the Inland Empire, advocating for tax […]
Rays defeat Guardians to arrange World Series clash with Brewers
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Freddy Peralta put up a tough performance over 5 ¹/₃ innings, and with two-run homers from Junior Caminero and Yandy Díaz, the Rays triumphed over the Guardians 7-3 in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series on Monday, securing a spot in the World Series for just the third time […]