Senator Jeanne Shaheen, New Hampshire Democrat, Won’t Run Again in 2026

President Trump criticized actress Rosie O'Donnell for moving to Ireland during his meeting with Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin, questioning why Ireland allowed her to move there and suggesting she would lower the country's happiness. O'Donnell revealed she left the U.S. before Trump's inauguration and is applying for Irish citizenship, citing a desire for equal rights in America before returning. Despite their longstanding feud, O'Donnell expressed happiness in Ireland and hope for positive change in the...

The Nasdaq Composite rose 1.22% on Wednesday following a soft inflation report, with tech shares leading the gains; the S&P 500 increased by 0.49% and the Dow Jones slipped 0.2%. The tech sector bounced back, with Nvidia and AMD posting gains, as the consumer price index rose by 0.2%, easing concerns about stagflation and potential Fed responses to economic weakness amidst escalating trade tensions. Full Article

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that over 1,600 sexual assault cases against Uber will proceed before a San Francisco judge, impacting similar apps like Lyft. Uber's attempt to block mass lawsuits through a user agreement clause was rejected, setting a legal precedent for app user agreements and collective lawsuits. The decision supports centralized litigation for efficiency, cost savings, and systemic change in the tech industry, potentially leading to enhanced safety measures for users...

Shedeur Sanders, son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, is a polarizing figure in this year's NFL Draft, with some scouts questioning his abilities and character. Despite being coached by his father at Jackson State and Colorado, Sanders' confidence and skin color may be obstacles in his draft stock. ESPN's Ryan Clark noted concerns about Sanders' bravado and race impacting his perception in the NFL, but Sanders remains confident in his ability to change a...

Lawyers representing four Indonesian fishermen filed a lawsuit against Bumble Bee Seafoods, accusing the company of profiting from forced labor on vessels that supplied tuna. The men were allegedly beaten and trapped at sea, with one fisherman being hit by a metal hook and forced to work despite severe injuries. The lawsuit seeks compensation for unpaid wages and abuse, as well as systemic changes in the global fishing industry to prevent future labor abuses. Full...

Pakistani security forces are in a deadly standoff with militants who seized a passenger train in the southwest, demanding the release of imprisoned members. At least 190 hostages have been rescued, with the militants threatening to kill hostages if their demands are not met. The Baloch Liberation Army, a separatist group, has been targeting security forces and Chinese interests in Baluchistan, using advanced tactics like suicide bombings. Full Article