Humanoid Robot Lightning Beats Human Half-Marathon World Record in Beijing
A humanoid robot developed by Chinese company Honor finished a half-marathon in just over 50 minutes, surpassing the human world record by several minutes
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Supreme Court declines to hear parental rights case on child’s school gender transition
The Supreme Court refused to review a dispute over a Massachusetts public school’s handling of a student's gender transition without parental consent
Humanoid Robot Completes Beijing Half-Marathon in Record Time of 50 Minutes
A humanoid robot named Lightning set a new half-marathon record in Beijing by finishing the race in just over 50 minutes, beating the fastest…
House GOP Campaign Arm Raises $47 Million in First Quarter of 2026 Midterm Cycle
The National Republican Congressional Committee reports a record fundraising haul of $47 million in the first three months of 2026, boosting Republican efforts ahead…
Supreme Court to Review Colorado Catholic Preschools’ Religious Exemption Claim
The Supreme Court agreed to hear a case challenging Colorado’s universal preschool program’s nondiscrimination rule, which Catholic preschools say infringes on their religious beliefs
Researchers find SNAP work requirements do not increase employment
A recent study indicates that new work mandates for food stamp recipients have not improved employment rates and may further strain vulnerable populations
Sen. Mark Warner’s Daughter Madison Dies at 36 After Long Diabetes Battle
Senator Mark Warner announced the death of his daughter Madison, who suffered from juvenile diabetes and other health issues
Witnesses Subpoenaed to Grand Jury in Criminal Probe of Former CIA Director John Brennan
Cooperating witnesses in the Justice Department's criminal investigation into John Brennan were subpoenaed to testify before a grand jury in Washington, D.C. this week
Iran Rejects Participation in U.S.-Led Peace Talks in Pakistan
Iran has declared it will not attend peace talks proposed by the U.S. in Pakistan, citing hostile demands amid escalating tensions and a looming…
Senators Warn United-American Merger Would Harm Consumers and Competition
Two senators say a merger between United Airlines and American Airlines would reduce competition, raise fares, and hurt smaller airlines and workers