Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee dies after battle with cancer

LSSC's website and apps have ties to China, with its Android app containing Chinese tech references and a privacy policy that seems superficial. After scrutiny, the app was removed from the App Store, while users reported manipulation and financial losses, raising concerns about its legitimacy as a potential scam involving Ponzi-like elements. Want More Context? 🔎

Economic analysts warn that President Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage fraud threatens the Fed's independence, potentially jeopardizing U.S. household finances. Trump aims to influence interest rate policies, which could destabilize markets and fuel inflation, despite concerns from experts about the implications for economic stability. Want More Context? 🔎

Democratic National Committee members in Minneapolis faced division over Israel's actions in Gaza, leading party chair Ken Martin to withdraw a resolution advocating for a ceasefire and aid flow, while acknowledging the need to address younger members' calls for a stronger stance, including an arms embargo. Activist Allison Minnerly emphasized the urgency for leadership on the issue, reflecting a significant majority of Democrats seeking decisive action. Want More Context? 🔎

Earlier this month, YouTuber Rick Beato raised concerns with fellow creator Rhett Shull about unusual enhancements in Beato's YouTube Shorts video featuring Pearl Jam's Mike McCready, which Shull attributed to AI processing. YouTube responded, denying the use of generative AI but acknowledging an experiment to improve video clarity, leading to creator frustrations over unconsented alterations to their content. Want More Context? 🔎

A woman crashed a golf cart into Atwood Lake, leading to the discovery of her husband, Marcus Miller, 45, and their 4-year-old son, Vincen, both dead; she allegedly threw her son into the water as a "spiritual offering" amid a mental health crisis. Authorities plan to charge her with aggravated murder as her three teenage children are now in the care of family. Want More Context? 🔎

Taylor Swift's first podcast appearance on "New Heights," hosted by Travis and Jason Kelce, set a YouTube record with 1.3 million concurrent views and 20 million total views, featuring discussions about her love life, the Eras Tour, and her upcoming album, "The Life of a Showgirl," releasing on Oct. 3. She shared insights into her creative process during the Eras Tour and announced various limited-edition album variants, confirming that these 12 songs are final with...