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Americas News

Montreal strippers threaten to strike during the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix weekend
World

Montreal strippers threaten to strike during the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix weekend

Strippers in Montreal are planning to strike during the F1 Canadian Grand Prix to draw attention to their fight for employee rights and protections.

Giovanna Parisian · 16 May, 2026
Female NASCAR driver cries during shocking in-car meltdown, parks truck during race and rage-quits the series
World

Female NASCAR driver cries during shocking in-car meltdown, parks truck during race and rage-quits the series

Natalie Decker rage-quit the NASCAR Truck Series race at Dover after penalties, delivering one of the most stunning radio meltdowns ever recorded.

Dalton Barton · 16 May, 2026
I always dreamed of buying a house, and now I can finally afford one. But I'm realizing my money is better spent elsewhere.
Business

I always dreamed of buying a house, and now I can finally afford one. But I'm realizing my money is better spent elsewhere.

Now that I can afford a house, I'm realizing it's not worth it. I don't want to be locked into an asset that I barely like. I have different plans.

Santiago Barraza Lopez · 16 May, 2026
Senators agree to forgo shutdown paychecks — but many won't feel the pain
World

Senators agree to forgo shutdown paychecks — but many won't feel the pain

The Senate unanimously agreed to forgo paychecks during future government shutdowns, but most senators are millionaires who may not feel the impact.

Ophelia Robel · 16 May, 2026
Diners ditching bottles of wine for the table as healthy living and rising costs reshape restaurant habits
World

Diners ditching bottles of wine for the table as healthy living and rising costs reshape restaurant habits

A new report says fewer diners are ordering bottles of wine for the table, prompting restaurants to boost revenue through premium mocktails and pricing.

Sheridan Hane · 16 May, 2026
Alison Sweeney has 'no regrets' leaving Los Angeles for Arizona to escape the 'rat race'
World

Alison Sweeney has 'no regrets' leaving Los Angeles for Arizona to escape the 'rat race'

Alison Sweeney says she has no regrets about leaving LA for Arizona as she promotes her latest Hallmark movie, "Best Served Cold: A Hannah Swensen Mystery."

Jena Rau · 16 May, 2026
Missing American's husband sat on boat for 24 hours after she vanished in Bahamas, friend says
World

Missing American's husband sat on boat for 24 hours after she vanished in Bahamas, friend says

A friend says Brian Hooker stayed on his sailboat for 24 hours after his wife disappeared in the Bahamas and provided few details to search and rescue crews.

Annabelle Bergstrom · 16 May, 2026
Mixtape is a musical portrait of teenage life
Technology

Mixtape is a musical portrait of teenage life

Playing Mixtape is like playing a video game version of a high school movie. Kids banter about the meaning of life and the theme songs that would play when they...

Jay Peters · 16 May, 2026
The app you need to clean up your computer
Technology

The app you need to clean up your computer

Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 128, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, sorry this one's so Mac-heavy...

David Pierce · 16 May, 2026
These are the laptops I recommend for pretty much anyone
Technology

These are the laptops I recommend for pretty much anyone

Need a new laptop? It’s a tough decision. If you’re like most people, a laptop is one of the most expensive tech purchases you’ll make, and it’s something you’l...

Antonio G. Di Benedetto · 16 May, 2026
Chinese espionage steals $600 billion from US firms yearly. It’s time for government to act
World

Chinese espionage steals $600 billion from US firms yearly. It’s time for government to act

I spoke with former CIA colleague Tom Lyons about how China's systematic espionage threatens U.S. companies and what reforms could harden defenses.

Elijah Rohan · 16 May, 2026
TV networks have more leverage over the NFL and streamers than the league realizes
World

TV networks have more leverage over the NFL and streamers than the league realizes

The NFL may have less leverage than expected over TV partners as streaming giants show limited interest in pursuing full weekly game packages.

Meggie Bashirian · 16 May, 2026