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Caroline Haskins

ICE Is Paying Palantir $30 Million to Build ‘ImmigrationOS’ Surveillance Platform

In a document published Thursday, ICE explained the functions that it expects Palantir to include in a prototype of a new program to give the agency “near real-time” data about people self-deporting.

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Molly Taft

FEMA Isn't Ready for Disaster Season, Workers Say

Instability, cuts, and a looming sense of dread have FEMA employees unsure the agency is ready for hurricanes, fires, and floods. “We are being set up for a really, really bad situation," says one.

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After Trans Women Were Ruled To No Longer Be Legally Women In The UK, Nicola Coughlan Had Some Excellent Words

"Keep your new Harry Potter lads. Wouldn't touch it with a ten foot pole."

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SB Nation NFL mock draft: Giants trade back into 1st round and get their QB

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Who’s the quarterback of the Giants future? Big Blue View may have just answered that question in our 2025 NFL mock draft.

Earlier in this mock, the New York Giants passed on the opportunity to draft quarterback Shedeur Sanders in favor of taking Penn State’s Abdul Carter, arguably the best defensive player in the draft class. With the way the board has fallen, and other quarterback-needy teams (Browns) coming up again at the top of the...

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RJ Ochoa

World No. 1 Nelly Korda had very clean opening round at JM Eagle LA Championship

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Nelly Korda got off to a very clean start this week.

The LPGA Tour returned to action on Thursday as they began play at the JM Eagle LA Championship. With the first major of the season in the Chevron Championship taking place next week this is the last time for players to really lock in as they prepare.

Among those who proved they are ready for Houston was Madelene Sagstrom as she carded the season’s first ace on her final hole for an opening...

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Steven Levy

Meta's Monopoly Made It a Fair-Weather Friend

As the FTC trial has shown, a lack of competition allowed the company to shift its focus away from users—and toward its bottom line.

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Megan Farokhmanesh

The Nintendo Switch 2 Price Won't Get Hit By Trump's Tariffs

Preorders for the console will resume next week at the previously announced price of $450 but accessories are getting more expensive.

Fast Company

Aytekin Tank

AI vs. automation: How to leverage each for maximum impact 

In today’s workplace, automation and AI complement each other. The real power comes in knowing when to use which.

Imagine two interns. The first follows instructions to the letter—compiling research, scheduling social media posts, and managing your calendar.

Fast Company

Jessica Bursztynsky

What to know about Jared Birchall, Elon Musk’s right-hand man

Birchall has quietly managed Musk’s fortune, family affairs, and political spending for years.

A Wall Street Journal report this week gave an extensive look into how Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and a senior Trump advisor, handles his companies and his more than a dozen children.

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Helene Cooper and Julian E. Barnes

Under Trump, National Security Guardrails Vanish

America’s adversaries have more room to operate, at least in the disinformation space, cybersecurity experts say.

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"I Save SO Much Money": 15 "Normal" US Things That Are So Cheap Canadians Literally Travel Here For Them

"I usually spend $40–50 USD on Starburst jellybeans."

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claire de lune

Previewing every NBA Playoffs 2025 first round series

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Here’s everything you need to know about the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs

There’s been a lot of hand-wringing of late about the NBA regular season. And while I, personally, feel that the concern about its entertainment value is wildly overblown, even I can admit that for the average basketball fan, keeping up with all 30 teams for six months can be a Sisyphean task. Luckily, there are some sickos among us such as myself who pay...

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Mark Schofield

What car upgrades do the F1 teams have at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix?

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F1 teams are trying new things to handle the characteristics of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit

If it is a Friday ahead of a Formula 1 Grand Prix, it is time to talk upgrades.

Friday is when the FIA releases the “Car Presentation Submissions,” listing all the new components teams have installed for the first time this season. As you will see in a moment, several of the components teams are using this week are...

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James Dator

Aaron Rodgers adds the Jets to his list of festivus grievances

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Rodgers wanted to be cut over the phone, for some reason.

Aaron Rodgers did more Aaron Rodgers things on Thursday when he seemingly teased his retirement on The Pat McAfee Show talking about how he was in a “different place in his life,” and saying his focus was on his personal life — only to then back away from the ledge, saying he hasn’t decided whether he’s going to play or not.

That wasn’t the only Rodgers-related drama of the day,...

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Mark Schofield

Lee Corso’s 3 best destinations for final ‘College GameDay’ appearance

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Where should Lee Corso’s final ‘College GameDay’ appearance be?

A college football legend is stepping away from the game.

ESPN announced on Thursday that Lee Corso, the longtime analyst with the network and one of the faces of College GameDay, will be stepping down after one final show, on Saturday, August 30.

For many, Corso was the face of the sport. His tradition of donning headgear to close out each week became the...

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35 Little Upgrades That'll Make You Want To Ditch Plans To Hang Out In Your Backyard Instead

Get clear to clear your social calendar — or, better idea, they can just come to you.

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ESPN.com

Stricken by bite, Texas' Corbin nearly missed start

Rangers lefty Patrick Corbin said an apparent venomous bite on his foot made it difficult for him to walk and nearly forced him to miss Wednesday's start against the Angels.

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Greg Wyshynski

Lapsed fan's guide to the 2025 playoffs: The NHL's second season begins

Miss anything the past six months? Miss EVERYTHING? Here are the top teams, players, matchups and more.

ESPN.com

Ryan Clark and Kristen Shilton

Stanley Cup playoffs mega-preview: Championship cases, X factors, bold predictions for all 16 teams

The postseason Thunderdome is about to open its gate. Which team will emerge as the 2025 Stanley Cup champion?

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Louryn Strampe

How to Sleep in an Airport (2025): Gear and Expert Advice

These tips and recommendations can help you get some shut-eye before you fly.

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