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Americas News

US destroys aging Iranian warplanes, video shows
World

US destroys aging Iranian warplanes, video shows

During the war against the Islamic Republic of Iran, U.S. Central Command released video footage of strikes against aircraft that were sitting on the ground.

Mallory O'Connell · 12 Mar, 2026
Powell's behind-the-scenes move after Trump's DOJ opened its criminal probe
World

Powell's behind-the-scenes move after Trump's DOJ opened its criminal probe

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell made 13 calls to lawmakers after the Justice Department opened a criminal probe into his congressional testimony about the F...

Arne Eichmann · 12 Mar, 2026
A new, AI-powered version of Bumble is coming
Technology

A new, AI-powered version of Bumble is coming

Bumble announced that it's testing an AI dating experience called Dates, powered by a product called Bee.

Brian Waelchi · 12 Mar, 2026
I've taken over 20 Amtrak routes around the US and Canada. These 5 offered the most stunning views.
Business

I've taken over 20 Amtrak routes around the US and Canada. These 5 offered the most stunning views.

As a frequent rider, I think the Amtrak Builder, Cascades, and California Zephyr are some of the most beautiful train routes in North America.

Sojourner White · 12 Mar, 2026
This Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition Is Nearly 20% Off Right Now
Technology

This Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition Is Nearly 20% Off Right Now

With this refurbished piece, you’re getting a seven-inch color display with 32GB of storage and IPX8 waterproofing.

Pradershika Sharma · 12 Mar, 2026
Iran war jeopardizes Trump economic boom before key midterm elections
World

Iran war jeopardizes Trump economic boom before key midterm elections

Deutsche Bank analysis shows Iran conflict could spark recession if oil price spikes for an extended period, but strong GDP growth provides economic cushion.

Judson Dickinson · 12 Mar, 2026
Ancient sanctuary tied to 'most mysterious' cult uncovered in rare find beneath historic city
World

Ancient sanctuary tied to 'most mysterious' cult uncovered in rare find beneath historic city

A rare Roman temple dedicated to mystery cult deity Mithras was discovered in Germany, with the oldest-known sanctuary in Bavaria dating to the first or second...

Rebeca Corkery · 12 Mar, 2026
Anthropic doesn’t trust the Pentagon, and neither should you
Technology

Anthropic doesn’t trust the Pentagon, and neither should you

Today we’re talking about the messy, fast-moving situation at Anthropic, the maker of Claude that now finds itself in a very ugly legal battle with the Pentagon...

Nilay Patel · 12 Mar, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra torn apart by YouTuber. This is what he found.
Technology

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra torn apart by YouTuber. This is what he found.

YouTuber JerryRigEverything tore down a Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. Here's what he found.

Lola Rodriguez · 12 Mar, 2026
Bespoke AI models are the next big thing in filmmaking
Technology

Bespoke AI models are the next big thing in filmmaking

Though many AI boosters have convinced themselves that the technology can spit out films and television series whole cloth, claims of Hollywood being cooked fee...

Charles Pulliam-Moore · 12 Mar, 2026
Every A113 we could find in Pixar movies, including 'Hoppers'
Business

Every A113 we could find in Pixar movies, including 'Hoppers'

A113 is a nod to a classroom many Pixar animators studied in. Animators have made a tradition of including it in their movies, including "Hoppers."

Gabbi Shaw · 12 Mar, 2026
China passes 'ethnic unity' law in push for assimilation
World

China passes 'ethnic unity' law in push for assimilation

China has passed a new law promoting ethnic unity and national identity, formalizing policies on integration and development in minority regions.

Michael Daugherty · 12 Mar, 2026