Medtronic just took a $200 million punch to the gut—courtesy of tariffs. And Wall Street didn’t exactly send flowers. In a move that had investors blinking twice at their screens, the medical device giant said Tuesday it’s bracing for a $200 million hit this fiscal year due to tariffs tied to U.S.-China trade tensions. Ouch. […]
Gerry Connolly, Virginia Congressman and Advocate for Federal Workers, Dies at 75
Gerry Connolly — the sharp-tongued, quick-witted Democratic congressman from Virginia — has died at 75. And Washington just got a whole lot quieter. Connolly, who spent the last 16 years representing Virginia’s 11th District, passed away Tuesday at his home in Fairfax County after a fight with esophageal cancer, his family said in a statement. […]
Trump claims ‘treasonous thugs’ exploited Biden’s decline to push open borders: ‘It’s treason’
Hold onto your MAGA hats — Donald Trump is on fire again. In a Truth Social tirade that dropped faster than a Taylor Swift album, the former president blasted what he called the “treasonous thugs” lurking inside the Biden administration. And no, he didn’t hold back. Trump claimed these unnamed operatives took advantage of President […]
Kate Middleton’s new Madame Tussauds Wax Figure unveiled in Jenny Packham Gown
Move over Barbie, the Princess of Wales just entered the wax game—and she’s bringing sparkle, sass, and serious royal energy. Kate Middleton’s brand-new wax figure was unveiled at Madame Tussauds London today, and honestly? It might outshine the real thing. Clad in a showstopping dusky pink Jenny Packham gown—the kind of glittery number that screams […]
Nancy Mace Accuses Ex-Fiancé Patrick Bryant of Secretly Recording Her
What started as a typical day on Capitol Hill took a wild turn when Rep. Nancy Mace stood up, dropped a censored nude photo of herself on the screen, and accused her ex-fiancé of secretly recording her. Yes, you read that right. “This was taken without my consent,” Mace said, staring down the room during […]
Trump Wants a ‘Golden Dome’ to Shield America from Missiles
Hold onto your hats, folks—Donald Trump just dropped a new plan, and it’s got a name straight out of a Marvel movie. Say hello to the Golden Dome. No, it’s not a gold-plated casino in Vegas or a revival of The Simpsons Movie’s glass bubble. This “Golden Dome” is Trump’s proposed mega missile defense shield, […]
Fortnite Returns to Apple’s iOS App Store After Nearly Five-Year Ban
Hey Fortnite fans, grab your iPhones and get ready to drop back into the Battle Bus because Fortnite has officially returned to the U.S. iOS App Store! That’s right — after nearly half a decade of being MIA, Epic Games has finally managed to get their mega-hit battle royale back on Apple devices. The game […]
Senate Passes No Tax on Tips Act to End Federal Income Tax on Cash Tips
In a surprise twist that feels more Vegas than Washington, the U.S. Senate has passed the “No Tax on Tips Act”—a bold move to let service workers keep every single dollar of their cash tips, without Uncle Sam dipping in. Yep. That $20 bill someone dropped for amazing service? All yours. No taxes. No forms. […]
FDA Restricts COVID Booster Shots to Seniors and High-Risk Individuals Only
In a move that’s got health nerds buzzing and Twitter conspiracy theorists screaming “I told you so,” the FDA just flipped the script on COVID vaccines — and no, this isn’t a drill. From now on, if you’re under 65 and reasonably healthy, the party’s over. You won’t automatically be getting that shiny new booster […]
Cheers Actor George Wendt Dies at 76 After Decades as Beloved Sitcom Star
George Wendt — the man behind Cheers’ barstool legend Norm Peterson — has died at 76, peacefully in his sleep at home, according to The Washington Post. Cue the collective “Noooooorm!” The iconic actor, who appeared in every single episode of the classic sitcom, passed away just as fans were quietly marking the 32nd anniversary […]
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