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NTSB: Tesla Driver Overrode Full Self-Driving System in Fatal Texas Crash

A 2025 Tesla Model 3 in Katy, Texas, crashed into a residence while in Full Self Driving mode, resulting in one fatality and minor injuries to the driver.

Jul 16, 2026, 8:38 PM The Hill

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GOP Lawmakers Urge Supreme Court to Bolster First Amendment Rights for Street Preachers

House Republicans filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to reject qualified immunity for officers who stopped a Christian evangelist distributing literature in Louisiana.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 8:35 PM

KTLA Reporter Unfazed as Giant Cockroach Interrupts Live Heat Report in California

Rachel Menitoff maintained composure during a live broadcast in Sherman Oaks despite a large cockroach landing on her, drawing praise from colleagues and viewers.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 7:53 PM

politics

Todd Blanche Defends Trump IRS Settlement as 'Typical' Despite Unprecedented Immunity

During his July 16, 2026 confirmation hearing, Acting Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche misrepresented the scope of a sweeping IRS settlement shielding Donald Trump and his family from past federal tax liabilities and offenses.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 7:48 PM

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UN Member States Commit to Closing $4 Trillion Development Financing Gap Amid Aid Decline

At the conclusion of the 2026 High-Level Political Forum, countries pledged reforms to boost Sustainable Development Goal funding despite a significant drop in official development assistance.

UN News | Jul 16, 2026, 6:30 PM

House Vote Reveals Growing Fracture in Democratic Support for Israel

Over 100 House Democrats voted to cut military aid to Israel, signaling a shift in party consensus amid changing public opinion.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 6:28 PM

Senator John Fetterman Says He Will Leave Democratic Party if It Becomes ‘Anti-Israel’

Following a House vote to halt military aid to Israel, Senator Fetterman warns he would exit the Democratic Party if it officially turns against Israel.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 6:11 PM

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Marcello Hernandez’s Raunchy DJ Khaled Joke Airs Uncensored at 2026 ESPYs on ABC

Saturday Night Live’s Marcello Hernandez slipped an oral sex joke about DJ Khaled past Disney’s standards and practices during the ESPYs, marking a rare uncensored moment on the network.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 5:43 PM

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Elderly Florida Woman Goes Viral Over Crude-Looking License Plate

Nancy Dello Stritto, a nearly 77-year-old resident of Pompano Beach, Florida, received a new license plate with a message she found inappropriate, sparking viral attention and mixed reactions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 5:42 PM

politics

OpenAI Employees Donate Nearly $250K to AI Safety PAC Opposing Firm’s President

Current and former OpenAI staff have contributed over $245,000 to Guardrails Alliance, a super PAC aimed at countering Leading the Future, partially funded by OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 5:40 PM

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Mike Tyson Surprised to Learn Shohei Ohtani Is a Man While Presenting ESPY Award

At the 2026 ESPYs, Mike Tyson presented Shohei Ohtani with an award for best single-game performance, only to discover afterward that the MLB star is male.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 5:01 PM

politics

Rep. Mike Lawler Discloses 2012 Drunken Driving Arrest

New York Congressman Mike Lawler revealed a decade-old DUI arrest that occurred on St. Patrick’s Day in 2012.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 4:59 PM

politics

Washington State Ballot to Include Repeal of ‘Millionaire’s Tax’ in November

Initiative 645 has qualified for the ballot, allowing voters to decide on repealing the income tax on households earning over $1 million annually.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 4:58 PM

politics

Steve Bannon Accuses White House Officials of Leaking to MS NOW

Former White House adviser Steve Bannon alleges that White House staff leaked details of President Trump’s upcoming primetime address to journalist Vaughn Hillyard of MS NOW.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 4:57 PM

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Indian Court Orders Maruti Suzuki to Replace Car Over Alleged Damage from E20 Fuel

A consumer court in Chhattisgarh has ruled in favor of a driver claiming India’s mandatory E20 ethanol-blended fuel damaged his vehicle, marking a significant legal development amid ongoing debate over the fuel policy.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 4:38 PM

politics

U.K. Proposes Social Media Curfew for 16- and 17-Year-Olds

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology has unveiled plans for overnight social media restrictions targeting older teenagers, pending parliamentary approval.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 4:15 PM

world

Data Breach Reportedly Targets India’s Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant

The World Leaks ransomware group has allegedly exposed blueprints of parts of India’s largest nuclear power plant, according to Reuters.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 3:58 PM

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Short Sellers Gain $8.7 Billion as SpaceX Shares Fall to IPO Price

SpaceX shares have experienced volatility since their IPO, enabling short sellers to accumulate significant paper profits amid a dip below the initial offering price.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 3:36 PM

Smoke from Canadian Wildfires Causes Air Quality Alerts in Over 20 US States

Millions of Americans face unhealthy air conditions as smoke spreads from Canadian and Minnesota wildfires, prompting mask distributions and health warnings.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 3:09 PM

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President Trump Fires Seattle U.S. Attorney Roger Rogoff Shortly After Court Appointment

Roger Rogoff was appointed by federal judges as U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington but was dismissed by President Trump amid disputes over the appointment process.

CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 2:41 PM

world

Key Moments from JD Vance's Interview with Joe Rogan

JD Vance appeared on Joe Rogan's show in a widely viewed sit-down on July 16, 2026.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 2:36 PM

politics

Navy Blue Angels Review Low-Level Flyover That Disrupted Pensacola Beach Event

The U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels are investigating a low-altitude flyover at Florida’s Pensacola Beach that caused tents and umbrellas to be blown away during a popular air show.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 2:35 PM

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Jimmy Fallon Jokes About Joe Biden’s Upcoming Memoir, Mentions Kamala Harris Writing the End

Late-night host Jimmy Fallon poked fun at former President Joe Biden’s upcoming memoir on The Tonight Show, while a former Democratic fundraiser criticized Biden’s decision to run for re-election.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 2:29 PM

politics

New York Governor Announces Moratorium on Data Centers, Criticized as Concession to Luddism

The recent moratorium on data center development in New York has drawn criticism for yielding to anti-technology sentiments.

National Review | Jul 16, 2026, 2:09 PM