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French creche worker gets 25 years over drain cleaner killing of baby
The ex-daycare worker was sentenced to 25 years for the baby's death.
Illinois homeschool bill would create a 'pipeline to the criminal justice system for parents': Dem lawmaker
An Illinois bill that could drastically change homeschooling rules in the state would create "a pipeline to the criminal justice system for parents," a state Democratic lawmaker warned Thursday. Rep. La Shawn Ford, who represents a district that includes parts of Chicago, made the remark as parents, students and opponents of HB 2827, the Homeschool Act, rallied in the city’s downtown. The bill, which is advancing through the Illinois state legislature, would charge parents with a misdemeanor if...
Chip Roy follows Trump's lead with bill to 'beat China' on trade
FIRST ON FOX: A key House Republican lawmaker is moving to bring more manufacturing back to the U.S. after President Donald Trump unveiled sweeping tax penalties on imports.Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, policy chair of the House Freedom Caucus, introduced a bill Thursday aimed at providing tax incentives to companies that move their supply chains to the U.S. – so long as their output levels stay consistent in the move.Roy told Fox News Digital he specifically had China in mind when crafting the legisl...
Reese Witherspoon’s daughter embraces 'Legally Blonde' glam in pink bikini for her acting debut
Reese Witherspoon's daughter, Ava Phillipe, is channeling her mom's iconic "Legally Blonde" character for her acting debut on ABC's "Doctor Odyssey."On Wednesday, the 25-year-old model and actress was featured in a behind-the-scenes clip of the series wearing a hot pink bikini, similar to the swimsuit Witherspoon's character, Elle Woods, wore as part of her Harvard video application in the 2001 romantic comedy. Phillipe will guest-star in the medical drama's Thursday episode alongside two other ...
Companies sought to diversify from China. Now Trump's tariffs will hit those Asian alternatives hard
Several Asian nations reeled on Thursday as they were hit with some of U.S. President Donald Trump's heftiest tariffs, which now threaten the economies that have benefited from investment after Trump imposed levies on China during his first term.
Meghan Markle defends herself against accusations she's not relatable
Meghan Markle attempted to defend herself from accusations that she is unrelatable and out of touch.The Duchess of Sussex has faced criticism since launching her latest endeavor – "With Love, Meghan." The Netflix show premiered March 4 and received mixed reactions from viewers. Some labeled Markle as "unrelatable," pointing out the fake kitchen and an entire line of Le Creuset pots."I need to work, and I love to work," the 43-year-old former actress told The New York Times. Markle, who starred i...
Ex-Biden campaign staffer slams former president's team for knowing he was 'not capable,' feels 'lied to'
Former Biden campaign aide Ashley Allison said Wednesday that she felt "lied to" while discussing revelations from a new book about the 2024 presidential campaign, specifically former Biden White House chief of staff Ron Klain revealing that the former president was exhausted and "out of it" during preparation for the June debate. "Do you feel lied to?" CNN host Abby Phillip asked Allison, who worked on the Biden-Harris 2020 campaign. Allison said, "Yes. I think I hadn't been around the presiden...
'Careless People' author Sarah Wynn-Williams will testify at a Senate hearing next week
Sarah Wynn-Williams, the former Facebook policy director behind a best-selling memoir about her time at the company, will testify at a Senate Judiciary subcommittee hearing next week. The testimony will be Wynn-Williams’ first public remarks since Meta initiated emergency arbitration proceedings in an attempt to prevent her from promoting the book. Wynn-Williams’ upcoming appearance at Congress was confirmed by Senator Josh Hawley, who said in a statement that she would testify about “allegation...
Poilievre disagrees with conservative dean Preston Manning that a Carney win will fuel Western secession
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre promoted national unity and downplayed former Reform leader Preston Manning's argument that a vote for Mark Carney's Liberal is a vote for Western secession during a campaign stop Thursday.
Here's why 90% of Americans don't sleep through the night, according to expert
Sleep is of great importance to overall health, but many people struggle to get quality slumber.In an annual survey by U.S. News, which was released in March, thousands of Americans weighed in on their sleep habits.While the National Institutes of Health recommends seven to nine hours of sleep every night, 58% of people reported sleeping six to seven hours a night.HEAT EXPOSURE LINKED TO BETTER SLEEP, EXPERTS SAY – HERE'S WHYMeanwhile, one in five Americans (20%) reported only getting four to fi...
President Trump, conservatives celebrate ‘absolutely massive’ Florida special elections sweep
President Donald Trump and other leading conservatives are celebrating a special election sweep in Florida, calling it a "huge win for America" and a rebuke to Democrat hopes for an upset in the deep red state.The races, in Florida's 1st and 6th Congressional Districts, which Trump carried by 37 and 30 points in last year's presidential election, are being viewed as early referendums on the opening couple of months of Trump's second tour of duty in the White House.Republican candidates Jimmy Pat...
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Pleasure boat driver charged with manslaughter for deadly crash into Long Beach jetty
Kevin King, 57, was under the influence of alcohol when he crashed his boat into the jetty, prosecutors alleged. The crash killed John Correa, a former UC Berkeley baseball player who worked in real estate.
Kamala Harris was 'very annoyed' with Obama as she sought his endorsement, book reveals
Former Vice President Kamala Harris was "very annoyed" with former President Obama as she sought his endorsement to take President Joe Biden's spot on the 2024 Democratic ticket, a new book claims."As the hours rolled by, and it became clear that she was well on her way to seizing the nomination by storm, Obama's opposition to her grew more confounding," authors Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes reported. "Harris was ‘very annoyed’ with him, according to a confidant. They had plenty of donors and p...
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‘Bloodbath’: Wall St leads rout as world reels from Trump tariffs
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World leaders react to Trump’s sweeping tariffs: ‘tumultuous times’ ahead
World leaders reacted to the sweeping tariffs President Donald Trump released this week impacting essentially every U.S. trading partner. The White House has implemented a flat 10% tariff on apparently all imports, though some nations saw drastically higher taxes slapped on their U.S. exports – including Vietnam, which was issued a 46% tariff one day after it slashed its tariffs on U.S. imports.However, no nation was handed a higher import tax than China, which Trump revealed will have an additi...
FLASHBACK: Unearthed photo shows smiling Obama touring SpaceX alongside 'Nazi nepo baby' Elon Musk
Before Elon Musk waded into the political arena with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), becoming a key target of Democrats in Congress and on the campaign trail, he was once considered an ally of former President Barack Obama and other Democrats.On April 15, 2010, Elon Musk was pictured with President Barack Obama while the president visited Cape Canaveral, Florida, Kennedy Space Center, while touring the "SpaceX launch pad." Now, SpaceX is one of the leaders in space travel, and it...
Google's Pixel Buds Pro 2 are back on sale for an all-time-low price
Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds are on sale via Amazon for just $179. This is a record-low price, as they normally cost $229. This deal is available for multiple colorways, including black, pink, beige and green. These little cuties easily made our list of the best wireless earbuds. We admired the comfortable and secure fit and the addition of the Tensor chip to handle audio and ANC processing. They also offer a hands-free way to initiate Gemini AI. However, the main reason we recommend ...
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Wall St leads rout as global markets reel from Donald Trump tariffs
The Dow Jones dropped 3.75%, while the Nasdaq fell over 5%.
We Just Saw the First Footage From Masters of the Universe
Nicholas Galitzine and Jared Leto star in the Hasbro adaptation, coming to theaters June 5, 2026.
Switch 2 hands-on: I think Nintendo's new console is worth the $450
The original Switch started a revolution when it combined the portability of handhelds with the ability to play games on your TV at home like a traditional console. But with the Nintendo Switch 2, even though it's physically bigger, it feels like a sleeker, faster and more refined take on its predecessor to the point that Nintendo should have called it the Super Switch (which apparently almost happened). And after getting a chance to try it out, I'm sold on its abilities, even with its significa...
Rachel Maddow mocks Musk after GOP’s Wisconsin election loss, says locals gave him 'one-finger salute'
MSNBC host Rachel Maddow slammed Trump senior advisor Elon Musk on Wednesday night after a recent Wisconsin Supreme Court election didn’t go the billionaire’s way.During the latest episode of "Late Night with Seth Meyers," the MSNBC anchor ridiculed Musk after his preferred candidate lost. The Trump ally sunk millions of dollars into the race on behalf of a conservative candidate. "The people of Wisconsin, like, just gave him the one-finger salute," she told Meyers.REPUBLICANS SWEEEP SPECIAL ELE...
Do You Need a Measles Booster Shot? The Answer May Surprise You
Most vaccinated people should still be highly protected against measles, but there are important exceptions.
Dem congressman lashes Musk in opening salvo of populist bid in 2026 swing-state Senate race
Striking a populist theme and showcasing that he is a fighter, Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas on Thursday declared his candidacy in the 2026 race to succeed retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, a fellow Democrat, in the key swing state of New Hampshire."What I hear from people, they want someone who shows up, someone who listens and someone who isn't afraid to take on the big fights, and more importantly today, who knows how to win them," Pappas said in a campaign launch video posted on social media. Usi...
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Paul McDonough, Whose Photographs Evoked Street Life, Dies at 84
His candid black-and-white images, prosaic yet provocative, captured the faces of a wide range of New Yorkers. He also took occasional side trips to the West.
Fact-checking Donald Trump's claims about Canada in his global tariff speech
Standing in the Rose Garden on Wednesday afternoon to unveil his new reciprocal tariffs, U.S. President Donald Trump again falsely claimed that the U.S. subsidizes Canada by hundreds of billions of dollars every year and misrepresented Canada's tariffs on U.S. dairy products.
TikTok reportedly faces a €500 million fine for sending private user data to China
TikTok will reportedly face a fine of over €500 million ($553 million) for transferring Europeans' private data to China. Bloomberg said on Thursday that Ireland's data protection commission, which regulates TikTok owner ByteDance's EU operations, could dish out the penalty before the end of April. The fine results from a four-year investigation of TikTok's data handling practices. The probe reportedly concluded that ByteDance broke Europe's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) laws by tran...
Fox News has best quarter ever on YouTube with over 1 billion video views
Americans continue to rely on Fox News for information and analysis across multiple platforms.Fox News finished the first quarter of 2025 with over one billion video views on YouTube for its best quarter in history, according to Emplifi.Fox News finished the historic quarter as the No. 1 news brand on YouTube with a staggering 1.2 billion views. It was the second consecutive quarter that Fox News finished atop the news competitive set, surpassing the nearest competitor, MSNBC’s 945 million views...
Google Just Took $200 Off the Pixel 9 Smartphone, No Trade-In Needed
It's time you let that old, decrepit tech go and upgrade to the new hotness.
Miller Gardner, son of ex-Yankees star, died from carbon monoxide poisoning, officials say
Officials in Costa Rica have confirmed the official cause of death of Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner who died under mysterious circumstances on March 21 while on a family vacation. The initial investigation in the days that followed Miller’s tragic passing focused on asphyxiation, which was later ruled out. The investigation then pivoted to food poisoning as a possible cause of death, but on Wednesday night, Costa Rican Judicial Investigative ...
Top House Republican backs Byron Donalds for Florida governor
House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is backing Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., for Florida governor."Byron Donalds is a principled conservative leader who Floridians can trust as their next Governor," Johnson said in a statement obtained by Fox News Digital, which was first reported by Politico Playbook."In Congress, Byron has been tenacious in standing up for Florida and President Trump’s America First agenda. I have no doubt he will bring that same fighting spirit with him as Governor, working ever...
The Era of Cheap and Plentiful Crap Is Ending
The de minimis loophole enabled discount e-commerce sites like Temu and SHEIN to ship goods to the U.S. without paying hefty duties.
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A Mission That Could Reach Mercury on Solar Sails Alone
An innovative proposal would be a first for planetary exploration. Turns out, it’s as tough to drop inward into the inner solar system, as it is to head outward. The problem stems from losing momentum from a launch starting point on Earth. It can take missions several years and planetary flybys before capture and arrival in orbit around Mercury or Venus. Now, a new proposal would see a mission make the trip, using innovative and fuel efficient means.
The Handmaid’s Tale Is Back and More Vital Than Ever
The sixth and final season of Hulu's Margaret Atwood adaptation starts streaming April 8.
Cowboys acquire quarterback Joe Milton from Patriots in trade: reports
The Dallas Cowboys acquired quarterback Joe Milton from the New England Patriots in a trade on Thursday, per numerous reports. The Patriots traded Milton and a seventh-round pick in exchange for the Cowboys’ fifth-round compensatory pick, per ESPN.Milton, 25, started one game for the Patriots last season after being selected by the team in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft out of Tennessee. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMMilton’s lone start for the Patriots came in Week 18...
Illegal immigrants in Aurora, Colorado arrested for targeting homeowners in ‘sophisticated’ burglaries: police
A crew of "highly sophisticated" Colombian nationals has been arrested in Aurora, Colorado, after allegedly targeting and burglarizing nearly two dozen homes, authorities revealed.The Auroroa Police Department announced in a release that authorities arrested five suspects Thursday, March 27, during searches of two homes. Police said multiple agencies recovered hundreds of pieces of stolen property, including cash, jewelry, and high-priced clothing and accessories.Police said the suspects operate...
Newsom foe picked by Trump for key prosecutor job vows to 'dismantle' sanctuary state shields
Republican California Assemblyman Bill Essayli is pledging to "dismantle" his state's status as a popular sanctuary for illegal immigrants after President Donald Trump tapped him this week to head up a team of prosecutors for the nation's largest federal district court by population."I'm excited to get to work and to implement their vision and their mission for the Department of Justice," Essayli told Fox News Digital in a phone interview. "I think the first order of business is reassuring peopl...
Rubio demands NATO pony up, dismisses 'hysteria' over US role under Trump
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday said NATO nations must provide a "realistic pathway" to ramp up their defense spending to hit a 5% threshold – including the U.S."I understand there's domestic politics, after decades of building up vast social safety nets that maybe don't want to take away from that and invest more in national security," Rubio said while speaking at a NATO foreign ministers event in Brussels. "But the events of the last few years… full-scale ground war in the heart of ...
Wait, Google Is Doing Discounts? Pixel Buds A-Series Just Hit a New Low Price
Experience quality sound at an affordable price with $20 off the Pixel Buds A-Series.
The world’s smallest pacemaker is injectable and powered by light
Engineers at Northwestern University have developed the world’s smallest pacemaker. It’s so small, as a matter of fact, that it fits inside the tip of a syringe. This means that it’s injectable, so patients could potentially avoid a painful surgery. It safely dissolves into the bloodstream after a time, so it’s a temporary solution. It’s designed for folks who need heart help on a short-term basis, like newborn babies with congenital defects. However, it can work with hearts of all sizes. It’s ...
Nintendo Switch 2: Release date, price, new games and everything else you need to know
With Nintendo's April 2 Direct showcase over and done, we now know more about the Switch 2 than ever before, including its release date (June 5), price ($450!) and how to pre-order. Thanks to Nintendo's January 16 teaser trailer, we've long known what the Switch 2 will look like, and that it will arrive in 2025 over eight years after its predecessor. The Nintendo Switch 2 looks very similar to the original system, albeit with a larger display, magnetic Joy-Cons and a sleeker design. The company ...
Morgan Wallen struggles with fame, admits he hasn’t been in a bar since Nashville arrest
Whether he is dropping hit records or stirring controversy, Morgan Wallen is no stranger to the spotlight.During a recent episode of Theo Von's "Last Weekend" podcast, the "Whiskey Glasses" crooner, 31, opened up about the downfalls of fame just days after he abruptly walked off the "Saturday Night Live" stage. "It’s still weird, and there’s parts of [fame] that I don’t like," he said during the episode, which was released on Wednesday but recorded prior to his "SNL" appearance. "I think anybody...
Morgan Wallen struggles with fame, admits he hasn’\'t been in a bar since Nashville arrest
Whether he is dropping hit records or stirring controversy, Morgan Wallen is no stranger to the spotlight.During a recent episode of Theo Von's "Last Weekend" podcast, the "Whiskey Glasses" crooner, 31, opened up about the downfalls of fame just days after he abruptly walked off the "Saturday Night Live" stage. "It’s still weird, and there’s parts of [fame] that I don’t like," Wallen said during the episode, which was released on Wednesday but recorded prior to his "SNL" appearance. "I think any...
M3GAN 2.0‘s First Trailer Teases a Robot vs. Robot Diva Showdown
Jenna Davis and Ivanna Sakhno have ro-battle for the ages in the ludicrous-looking first full look at the M3GAN sequel.
WWII vet turning 104 invites 'favorite president' Trump to celebration, and discusses his secret for long life
Denver Moore has a big birthday coming up and a big guest in mind.Moore, a World War II veteran who lives in Canal Fulton, Ohio, is turning 104 on May 15, and he hopes President Donald Trump can come to his birthday party."So far, he's my favorite president," Moore told Fox News Digital. "And Biden was my worst."Moore first shared his birthday wish in a TikTok video posted on March 23 by a family friend. The video quickly took off, amassing over 700,000 views in 10 days. "President Trump… I'm go...
8 fun indoor activities to keep you entertained at home
Nothing beats a relaxing day at home. Whether it's a rainy day, a cozy weekend or simply a desire to unwind without venturing outside, there are countless ways to keep yourself entertained indoors. You can learn a craft like knitting and crocheting, wind down with a good book or challenge your family to a hilarious night of indoor bowling. The eight fun indoor activities on this list promise to spark creativity, challenge your mind and provide hours of enjoyment.Puzzles help alleviate boredom, a...
This Shark AI-Powered Robot Vacuum Just Got a 50% Price Cut, Perfect for Your Spring Cleaning
Put machines to work cleaning your home with $300 Off this Shark AI-Powered Robot Vacuum.
US to host Military World Games for the first time ever
FIRST ON FOX: The 2027 Military World Games will be played in Charlotte, North Carolina, marking the first time the event has ever been hosted in the United States.The last Military World Games took place in Wuhan, China, in October 2019, just months before the COVID-19 pandemic erupted from that very city, putting the event on ice for what will be an eight-year hiatus. When the games return in 2027, it will come right in the middle of two major international sporting events that are also set to...
Marvel Rivals Season 2 Welcomes You to the Hellfire Gala
Emma Frost and Ultron join the battle in the latest, glamorous update to Netease's Marvel hero shooter.
JD Vance torches media, Dems' 'disgraceful set of priorities' on deportation of accused MS-13 gang member
Vice President JD Vance called out Democrats and the mainstream media for what he called a "disgraceful set of priorities," citing their outrage over the Trump administration deporting illegal immigrants like alleged MS-13 gang member Kilmar Abrego Garcia."We do not ask permission from far-left Democrats before we deport illegal immigrants. We do the American people's business," the vice president said in an exclusive "Fox & Friends" interview on Thursday."This is such a weird, mistaken placemen...
Missing Wisconsin teen found than two months after disappearance
A Wisconsin police department announced Thursday morning that a teenage girl who was missing for two months was located in Nebraska. Sophia Franklin,16, disappeared from the town of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, on Feb. 2, and was suspected to be traveling with a 40-year-old man named Gary Day, prompting an Amber Alert to locate her. TOURIST VANISHES AFTER LEAVING UTAH AIRPORT TO BACKPACK IN MOUNTAINSAccording to the Beaver Dam Police Department, a tip originating in Sarpy County, Nebraska, led to Fran...
Missing Wisconsin teen found more than two months after disappearance
A Wisconsin police department announced Thursday morning that a teenage girl who was missing for two months was located in Nebraska. Sophia Franklin,16, disappeared from the town of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, on Feb. 2, and was suspected to be traveling with a 40-year-old man named Gary Day, prompting an Amber Alert to locate her. TOURIST VANISHES AFTER LEAVING UTAH AIRPORT TO BACKPACK IN MOUNTAINSAccording to the Beaver Dam Police Department, a tip originating in Sarpy County, Nebraska, led to Fran...
ICE accelerating removal operations by adding 500 more beds in Florida jail
As the Trump administration continues to ramp up detainment and deportation operations, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will have 500 more beds for detainees thanks to a new partnership with the Glades County Sheriff's Office in Florida. "The Glades County Jail center will serve as a staging area and allow greater capacity to address our immigration enforcement mission," acting Miami ICE Field Office Director Juan Agudelo said in a statement. "The central location streamlines logi...
Tropical vacation accident kills chef who worked at Michelin-starred restaurant
An acclaimed pastry chef was killed by a boulder during a picturesque hike on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, officials said.Gianna Buzzetta, a 26-year-old from California, was hit by a falling boulder on March 23 as she was exploring the Makaleha Falls in Kauai with her boyfriend, Connor Quinton, the Kauai Fire Department said."They heard a really loud noise. [Quinton] looked up, but couldn’t figure out where the noise was coming from," her dad, Sal Buzzettta, told 10News. "Within a second, it ha...
Trump issues ‘prognosis’ for US after tariffs in medical metaphor
President Donald Trump on Thursday used a medical metaphor to describe the status of his "reciprocal tariffs" plan implemented on what he dubbed "Liberation Day." "THE OPERATION IS OVER! THE PATIENT LIVED, AND IS HEALING," Trump wrote on TRUTH Social. "THE PROGNOSIS IS THAT THE PATIENT WILL BE FAR STRONGER, BIGGER, BETTER, AND MORE RESILIENT THAN EVER BEFORE. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!" The Dow Jones Industrial Average opened more than 1,000 points lower on Thursday morning after Trump unveile...
American Airlines passengers evacuate flight on wing of plane after landing in Georgia, video shows
Passengers onboard an American Airlines plane evacuated the aircraft from its wings after smoke was reported in the cabin upon landing in Georgia. Video captured by passenger Sean O’Conor showed travelers carrying their luggage as they were helped down from the wing of the jet Tuesday at Augusta Regional Airport. "It smelled like the brakes were burning or something, the cabin was filled with smoke, and we climbed out on the wing," a voice says in the footage. "It looks like everybody is safe. W...
The Blunt Force Trauma of the Trump Tariffs
The US is barreling toward a recession for no good reason, and dragging the world—and a few thousand penguins on remote Antarctic islands—down with it.
The Trump Tariffs Are How Everything Works Now
The US is barreling toward a recession for no good reason, and dragging the world—and a few thousand penguins on remote Antarctic islands—down with it.
Project Hail Mary Looks Like the Sci-Fi Movie Event of 2026
Ryan Gosling stars in the latest film from Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, from author Andy Weir.
Trump gets rare Democrat support for new tariffs: 'This is a good start'
A moderate Democrat is expressing cautious optimism at President Donald Trump's stance on tariffs in a stark departure from most of his party's infuriated reaction.Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, pointed out in a lengthy statement that he himself proposed a 10% blanket tariff on U.S. imports earlier this year and said he was happy Trump's baseline policy was the same."What I can say now is I’m pleased the president is building his tariff agenda on the foundation of a universal 10% tariff like the on...
Florida deputy killed in shootout outside Dollar General store
A sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed in a shootout with a suspect outside a store in Florida on Wednesday, according to authorities who say the death has left them in shock and disbelief. Deputy Will May, 38, died after he responded to a call of a person trespassing inside a Dollar General store in Walton County in West Florida around 2 p.m., Sheriff Michael Adkinson of the Walton County Sheriff's Office said at a press briefing Wednesday.While inside, May engaged in a brief, 10-to-15-second ...
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What Is the True Promise of Quantum Computing?
Quantum computing promises unprecedented speed, but in practice, it’s proven remarkably difficult to find important questions that quantum machines can solve faster than classical ones. One of the most notable demonstrations of this came from Ewin Tang, who rose to prominence in the field as a teenager. When quantum algorithms had in principle cracked the so-called recommendation problem… Source
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Homeless man fatally shot in Venice Beach after reportedly intervening during couple's argument
A man was fatally shot Wednesday in Venice Beach, according to the LAPD. The victim, a well-known homeless person in the area, reportedly saw a couple arguing and tried to intervene.
US bans romantic and sexual relationships with Chinese citizens for government employees in China
The U.S. government banned employees and personnel in China from having romantic or sexual relationships with Chinese citizens.According to the Associated Press, four sources said that former U.S. Ambassador Nicholas Burns put the policy into place before leaving his post.A watered-down version of the new policy was tested in summer 2024, which banned U.S. government employees in China from having "romantic and sexual relations" with Chinese citizens who were employed as support staff and guards...
Jasmine Crockett sets off social media after touting being Black as qualification for public defender job
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, on Wednesday appeared to boast that her being Black was a big contributor to getting hired as a public defender with no experience. Crockett relayed the story during a House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight meeting on corruption in the FBI under the Biden administration. She used it as an argument to defend diversity in law enforcement."When I first became a public defender, I had no criminal defense experience. I walked in, and I told my boss, Charlie, I said,...
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3 months after L.A. fires, 30th victim discovered in Altadena ruins
The death toll from the Eaton fire increased to 18 on Wednesday after investigators with the L.A. County Medical Examiner's Office discovered human remains in Altadena.
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Nearly 3 months after L.A. fires, 30th victim discovered in Altadena ruins
The death toll from the Eaton fire increased to 18 on Wednesday after investigators with the L.A. County Medical Examiner's Office discovered human remains in Altadena.
Aspiring firefighter dies in snowboarding accident at popular ski resort
An aspiring firefighter died after suffering from serious injuries while vacationing at an eastern California ski resort over the weekend. Roman Lacayo, 25, was visiting the Kirkwood Mountain Resort when he sustained "major head injuries" in a snowboarding accident, the Alpine County Sheriff’s Office said in a press release. On Saturday, the Kirkwood Ski Patrol responded to a "medical incident" on the resort's intermediate trail and transported Lacayo to the Barton Medical Clinic, located in the...
Bruce Willis and Demi Moore's daughter Rumer still takes baths with sisters
Bruce Willis and Demi Moore's daughter Rumer Willis shed some light on her uniquely close bond with her mother and sisters, admitting that some might view a few of their rituals as unconventional. During a Tuesday appearance on the "What in the Winkler?!" podcast, the 36-year-old actress told host Zoe Winkler that her daughter, Louetta, who turns 2 this month, still sleeps in her bed."I co-sleep with Louetta and have not spent a night away from her since she was born," Rumer said."I hope Lou wil...
Trump's DOGE push slashes millions in DEI contracts funding 'divisive ideologies' in blue states
FIRST ON FOX: The Trump administration is slashing millions of dollars in DEI grants from a library and museum system as part of its overall Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) push to rid the government of waste, fraud and abuse.The administration is cutting $15 million from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) in the form of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) grants in a move the agency says is aligned with both DOGE and President Donald Trump’s executive orders aimed ...
Trump admin moves to more easily fire federal workers at 2 agencies: report
President Donald Trump's administration is moving to reclassify federal workers at two agencies in order to more easily fire them, Reuters reported Thursday.The efforts are reportedly taking place at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Department of Energy (DOE). Trump had announced plans during his earliest days in office to recategorize tens of thousands of federal workers, arguing many of them oppose his policies."I understand that there is a lot of concern and ...
Pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 for $450 starting April 9
The most recent Nintendo Direct went into great detail on the new Switch 2, including when fans will be able to get their hands on the console. According to Nintendo's press release, pre-orders for the Switch 2 open up on April 9 in North America, and the console will be widely available on June 5. The starting price is a whopping $450, and in addition to Nintendo’s online store, you’ll be able to get the Switch 2 at participating retailers. We expect those to include Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop,...
Can a LEGO Star Wars Kit Make the Kessel Run in 12 Parsecs? Find Out for Just $70
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of LEGO Star Wars by going to Amazon and taking 18% off the price of this stunning Millennium Falcon kit with display stand.
It Might Be Time to Ditch Your Emotional Support Hoodie
The hoodie is a work-from-home security blanket. But in the office, it’s a trap.
Relentless hackers abandon Windows to target your Apple ID
If there’s one thing that has become clear over the past year, it’s that Apple devices are not as secure as the company wants you to believe. We’re four months into 2025 and there have already been over 10 instances in which attackers specifically targeted Apple users, and these are just the incidents we know of.I’ll admit no device is foolproof, but there seems to be a growing trend where bad actors prefer targeting Apple users over other platforms. In fact, security researchers have recently i...
SCOOP: Congress barrels toward showdown over Biden-era rule letting California ban gas cars
FIRST ON FOX: A key House committee is moving to block one of former President Joe Biden's parting gifts to the U.S.'s largest progressive stronghold.Rep. John Joyce, R-Pa., vice chairman of the House Energy & Commerce Committee, introduced a resolution of disapproval on Wednesday night targeting a Biden administration-era waiver granted to California that would help the state realize its goal of a full ban on the sale of new gas cars by 2035.It's backed by committee Chairman Brett Guthrie, R-Ky...
Jon Stewart called out after suggesting Germany may revert to Nazism without US military influence
"The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart was called out for suggesting that Germany would revert to Nazism without the military influence of the United States on Monday night.Former Mitt Romney advisor Oren Cass appeared on Stewart's show to discuss President Donald Trump's tariffs and his forthcoming book, "The New Conservatives."While discussing the role the U.S. military should play in overseas conflicts, specifically in Europe and Russia, Stewart alluded to the last time Germany was in the position...
Hawley says muzzled Meta whistleblower will testify over China dealings next week
FIRST ON FOX – Sen. Josh Hawley. R-Mo., told Fox News Thursday that Meta whistleblower and former employee Sarah Wynn-Williams will testify next week before a Senate Judiciary Subcommittee about problems with the social media giant's internal culture and its work overseas – the same issues that prompted her explosive tell-all to be blocked from publication earlier this year. In a statement to Fox News Digital, Hawley took aim at what he said was an "amoral and corrupt company that crafted a cust...
CHRISTOPHER RUFO: Tesla terror campaign is terrible and Trump needs to stop it
Editor's note: The following column was first published in City Journal and on the author's Substack.Elon Musk finds himself at the fulcrum of American life. His companies are leading the field across the automotive, space, robotics, and AI industries. His ownership of the social platform X gives him significant influence over political discourse. And his DOGE initiative represents the single greatest threat to the permanent administrative state. Musk is arguably the most powerful man in the Uni...
Girl dies after trip to the dentist
A 9-year-old girl in California died hours after being placed under general anesthesia to undergo oral surgery, officials said.Silvanna Moreno died hours after the oral procedure, which was performed under anesthesia at Dreamtime Dentistry in Vista, California, on March 18, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office."She was the sunshine in every room she entered, always greeting staff and classmates with a big smile and an even bigger hug," a GoFundMe organizer wrote. "Her frie...
Fruit juice sold across 12 states is recalled for botulism concerns
A fruit juice sold in 12 states has been recalled over concerns it may contain a rare but deadly toxin.Walker's Wine Juice, based in Forestville, New York, recalled its pumpkin juice on Tuesday, as it may be contaminated with botulism, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)."Botulism is a potentially fatal form of food poisoning and can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, and trouble with speaking or swallowing," according to the FDA notice...
Cuban-born rep to lobby Trump admin for major actions to ‘starve’ Havana regime: ‘The time is now’
EXCLUSIVE: The only Cuban-born member of Congress is calling on the Trump administration to "starve the regime" in Havana by cutting off some of its last economic lifelines connected to the U.S.Rep. Carlos Gimenez, R-Fla., who recently returned to the island for the first time in 64 years as part of a congressional delegation to Guantanamo Bay, said that despite the decadeslong economic embargo and travel restrictions, there are still many ways Americans can incidentally aid the regime.On Thursd...
Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians flee after Israel seizes Rafah as part of new 'security zone'
Hundreds of thousands of fleeing Gazans sought shelter on Thursday in one of the biggest mass displacements of the war, as Israeli forces advanced into the ruins of the city of Rafah, part of a newly announced "security zone" they intend to seize.
5 recipes to try for Grilled Cheese Month and the HexClad cookware to make them
Grilled cheese sandwiches are such a classic that there’s now a whole month dedicated to them! No matter how you like your grilled cheese prepared, there’s a recipe for you. Whether you like a classic sandwich or you add tomatoes and garlic, or even more unique ingredients, Grilled Cheese Month provides the space to challenge everything you’ve ever known about the simple grilled cheese sandwich.These five grilled cheese recipes that you can find on Bite of Fox range from simple and easy-to-make ...
Brick-wielding woman bashes Tesla as Boston police hunt suspected street menace
The Boston Police Department (BPD) is asking for the public's help in tracking down a woman who is suspected of vandalizing a Tesla with a brick on Sunday night. The incident happened near 10 O Street in South Boston, where the vehicle was parked by the curb. The department released surveillance photos of the woman.FBI LAUNCHES TASK FORCE TO CRACK DOWN ON VIOLENT TESLA ATTACKS, MITIGATE THREATSPolice encouraged anyone with information to call Boston Police's District C-6 Detectives or submit a t...
This Debunked Lightning Safety Tip Just Won’t Die—and It’s Still Dangerous
Outdated lightning safety advice is making the rounds again, prompting experts to speak up about what actually keeps you safe in a storm.
NDP proposes reviving war-era Victory Bonds to raise money for trade fight with U.S.
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says a government led by him will issue "Victory Bonds" to raise the money needed to strengthen the Canadian economy through the trade war with the United States.
Bang and Olufsen's new Beosound Balance speaker model comes with a marble plinth
What do modern speakers need? Good sound quality? As little distortion as possible? Longevity? Well, yes. Plus, according to Bang and Olufsen, marble plinths. Bang and Olufsen is debuting a partnership with Italian marble and granite company Antolini at Milan Design Week. The Beosound Balance Natura speaker features a sculptural base from Antolini that the audio company says elevates the device to its optimal height. Apparently, the plinth isn't just there for aesthetic it's a functional audio e...
The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Near, But Now You Can Save a Ton on Nintendo Switch Titles and Accessories on Woot
Woot is running its Spring Video Game Sale. The weather's warming up, but we're going to stay inside and play games.
Nintendo Switch 2 hands-on: No OLED, no problem
The original Switch started a revolution when it combined the portability of handhelds with the ability to play games on your TV at home like a traditional console. But with the Switch 2, even though it's physically bigger, it feels like a sleeker, faster and more refined take on its predecessor to the point that Nintendo should have called it the Super Switch (which apparently almost happened). And after getting a chance to try it out, I'm sold on its abilities, even with its significantly high...
Trump invites El Salvador's Bukele to White House for 'working visit'
President Donald Trump has invited El Salvadorian President Nayib Bukele to visit him at the White House later this month, according to an April 1 letter from Trump that Bukele shared on X Wednesday night.Fox News Digital reached out to the White House on Thursday morning to request comment as well as confirmation of the letter Bukele posted but did not receive a response by the time of publication."Your support of my efforts to combat illegal immigration is greatly appreciated," Trump told Buke...
The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Nice, and Its Mouse Gaming Mode Is Even Nicer
Mouse gaming is back on consoles, baby.
‘Liberation Day’ tariff announcements stir up political frenzy
Following President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" speech from the Rose Garden on Wednesday afternoon, during which he announced a new wide-ranging tariff strategy, politicians took to their partisan corners to express their thoughts.Republicans hailed the move as a "proven strategy" and "long overdue," but Democrats suggested there was nothing liberating about tariffs, which they complained will make life even more expensive for Americans.During his Rose Garden remarks, Trump held up a poster ...
Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Full list of students detained over campus hate
Fox News' "Antisemitism Exposed" newsletter brings you stories on the rising anti-Jewish prejudice across the U.S. and the world.IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER:- College crackdown: Complete list of students detained amid campus antisemitism- Why high school grads are suddenly sour on Columbia University- ‘60 Minutes’ host ripped for asking ex-hostage ridiculous questionTOP STORY: Federal authorities have detained college students and professors at schools across the United States since the Trump administ...
Even More Updates From Thunderbolts, and More
Plus, Shudder is picking up the film adaptation of Joe Hill's Van Helsing tale, Abraham's Boys,
A Blast of Wind From the Sun Squished Jupiter’s Magnetic Shielding
The rare event revealed never-before-seen behaviors of a planetary atmosphere.
Mario Kart World hands-on: The perfect launch game for the Switch 2
Mario Kart 8 and its Deluxe update have been around so long it's easy to forget that the game actually predates the Switch and can trace its origins way back to the Wii U. But every good run must come to an end, and with the forthcoming arrival of the Switch 2 on June 5, Mario Kart World is looking like the ideal launch partner. Now there hasn't really ever been a bad Mario Kart game, but World feels like Nintendo has jammed nitrous into every corner and crevice. Even during my demo session wher...
We Played With the Nintendo Switch 2. It's Refined but Unsurprising
Nintendo's pricey new Switch 2 has been updated to create a product that feels both familiar and improved. WIRED spent some time with it.
We Played With the Nintendo Switch 2. It’s Refined but Unsurprising
Nintendo’s pricey new Switch 2 has been updated to create a product that feels both familiar and improved. WIRED spent some time with it.
We Played With the Nintendo Switch 2. It's Refined But Unsurprising
Nintendo's pricey new Switch 2 has been updated to create a product that feels both familiar and improved. WIRED spent some time with it.
We got our hands on Nintendo's Switch 2 here's what you can expect from the new console
CBC News was among a small group of media invited to get hands-on experience with the Switch 2, as well as short previews of many of the new games in New York City on Wenesday.
