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Check out this daily round-up of happenings in politics, government, foreign affairs, entertainment, culture, and more. It's a fresh take on the news with the signature witty edge of the "intellectually irreverent" New York Times #1 bestselling author, historian, and political pundit Dr. Larry Schweikart. The News of Today is the History of Tomorrow.

  1. 4d ago

    TODAY'S NEWS, October 1-2, 2026

    IN POLITICAL NEWSElection outlook: The source says Florida is moving right while Virginia’s early-voting electorate is shifting left. It cites Republican advantages in spending and selected state races, while questioning polling accuracy and highlighting Republican mail-in ballot requests in Pennsylvania.Military reforms: Pete Hegseth announced a new autonomous-warfare command, stricter military fitness and personnel standards, and the “FORTRESS America” initiative for energy- and water-independent military installations. Six more universities will establish cadet corps, and a new Office of Religious Affairs was announced.Presidential pardons: Trump said he intends to pardon White House officials before leaving office.Children’s savings accounts: Trump plans to automatically enroll more than 60 million children in “Trump accounts,” according to the roundup.Supreme Court appointments: Trump said he regrets all three of his Supreme Court nominees. The source counters by pointing to their voting records on major issues.Flock cameras: A Florida county removed all its Flock surveillance cameras.FBI arrests: Kash Patel’s FBI has reportedly made nearly 9,000 arrests, an increase over the previous year.Abdul El-Sayed: The Michigan political candidate reportedly blamed the women’s movement for excessive breast-cancer screening.IN AI NEWSMeta AI: Meta claims its AI business can become profitable while writing off billions in costs and seeking government research subsidies.FTC investigation: The Federal Trade Commission has launched an investigation into major AI companies over potential consumer harms.Workforce training: Technology companies are increasingly training employees themselves rather than relying on Ivy League universities.Data centers: One proposal suggests repurposing abandoned shopping malls as data centers.Grok and religion: The source highlights Grok’s reported acknowledgment of the Resurrection of Jesus as evidence that AI might develop the capacity to self-regulate.IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWSUniversity of Delaware: The Justice Department sued the university over providing in-state tuition to undocumented immigrants.Visa revocations: The State Department has reportedly revoked more than 250,000 visas during Trump’s second term.Minnesota judges: The Justice Department brought charges against Minnesota judges accused of obstructing Trump’s immigration policies.IN CULTURAL NEWSChurch statue: The Supreme Court agreed to hear a case involving a zoning ordinance that prevented a church from erecting a statue of the Virgin Mary.Education oversight: Department of Education data reportedly shows more than 1,100 allegations of sexual misconduct. The Justice Department also added UCLA’s law school to its list of institutions accused of unlawfully using DEI in admissions.California holidays: Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation recognizing two Muslim holidays in California.Campus religious groups: Virginia State University reportedly removed Christian ministry groups while allowing groups representing other religions to remain.Social science research: An analysis argues that competition for academic publications encourages exaggeration, weak methodologies, and overstated findings, undermining public confidence in science.School choice: Trump introduced a school-choice tax credit included in the BBB legislation. The roundup says around 30 Republican-led states have signed on, while 20 Democratic-led states have not.IN TRANSOID NEWS- Riley Gaines lawsuit: A federal judge dismissed the Olympic swimmer’s lawsuit against the NCAA, ruling that the organization was not a recipient of federal funding and therefore was not bound by Title IX in the same way as schools. IN ECONOMIC NEWSEmployment: The U.S. economy is described as accelerating, with unemployment claims at their lowest level since 1969. Private employers added 46,000 jobs while government employment fell by 17,000.Employment demographics: The source says employment among native-born Americans declined by nearly one million over the past year, while foreign-born employment increased by half a million.Lawyer pay: High-ranking female lawyers reportedly earn 16% more than comparable male lawyers.Industrial investment: Spending on manufacturing plants reportedly exceeds even the rapid growth in investment in AI facilities.IN INTERNATIONAL NEWSEuropean energy and defense: A European biogas executive argued that military equipment requires diesel rather than biogas. With Europe operating roughly one-third fewer refineries than in 2009, pressure grew for European governments to release diesel reserves.EU technology: The European Union launched an alternative to Microsoft Teams that reportedly received harsh criticism from insiders, with one warning that its shortcomings could undermine Europe in a technology competition with the U.S.U.S. spy satellite: A 40-year-old American spy satellite reportedly broke apart, prompting speculation about possible outside involvement. The source is skeptical of sabotage.Strait of Hormuz: Crude-oil exports through the strait have reportedly returned to pre-conflict levels.United Kingdom: Authorities are investigating a mosque accused of teaching wife-beating and violence against homosexuals.Air travel: David Kaye shared a proposal for what could become a new form of premium airline seating.IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWSHollywood: Netflix’s head reportedly said Trump’s tax code is helping the Hollywood industry.Tony Romo: The CBS NFL analyst is reportedly leaving his role following a DUI arrest. The source criticizes the decision, arguing that Romo is the best analyst in the field.IN MEDICAL NEWS- Obamacare refunds: The Trump administration is reportedly sending nearly one million $500 refund checks to cover insurance-cost increases associated with the Affordable Care Act. AND FINALLY . . .- California sea turtles: Sea turtle nests have reportedly been discovered on the California coast for the first time, prompting the source’s tongue-in-cheek observation that the turtles are among the few newcomers moving to the state. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history? Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series. Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on Amazon X: @LarrySchwe94560 Truth Social: @CyberneticsLS Gettr LinkedIn Facebook: @LarrySchweikart Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen. www.wildworldofhistory.com

  2. 6d ago

    TODAY'S NEWS, September 29, 30, 3036

    IN POLITICAL NEWSTrump and MLB: The source disputes a reported story that Trump wants a Major League Baseball team in Teton National Park, calling it fabricated.Minnesota Senate: A Democratic Senate candidate reportedly attempted to remove past anti-Minnesota posts from social media.GOP support and polling: The roundup cites polling showing very high Trump approval among self-described MAGA Republicans, unfavorable views of Democrats among men, and several Republican-favorable Senate and party-registration indicators.Red metros: A list of the 30 most Republican-leaning metropolitan areas is highlighted.America.gov: Trump launched a centralized government-services website intended to streamline access to thousands of federal services and consolidate information from roughly 29,000 government websites.NYC second-home tax: Courts reportedly rejected New York City's proposed second-home tax and sent the issue back for reconsideration.Florida: The state attorney general designated CAIR and the Muslim Brotherhood as domestic terrorist organizations. The source also cites a claimed 96% reduction in legal immigration from Islamic countries under Trump.Operation Tidal Wave: CBP reportedly arrested or removed 87 foreign cruise-ship crew members over alleged possession of child-abuse material.San Francisco: The roundup highlights allegations that sex offenders are being housed near schools.Kristi Noem: A report says Noem is seeking a divorce after more than 30 years of marriage.Jack Smith: The source alleges Smith's team obtained thousands of records involving Republican donors, senators, journalists, and businesses, and that Smith faced Senate questioning over the matter.IN AI NEWSOpenAI: Employees reportedly warned about security problems, while the company is reportedly delaying its latest AI iteration. AI industry leaders also agreed to voluntary self-regulation, and OpenAI faces a lawsuit connected to the reported Hugging Face breach.Anthropic: The company reportedly lost $42 billion in 2025 on roughly $4 billion in revenue. The source compares its situation to Amazon's early years.Texas data centers: Gov. Greg Abbott halted new data-center construction pending an ERCOT feasibility study on their impact on the state's power grid.IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWSImmigration pardons: The source claims Democrats are seeking ways to keep undocumented immigrants in the country, including through pardons.Third-country deportations: The Supreme Court reportedly allowed the Trump administration to resume deportations to third countries.IN CULTURAL NEWSEducation: Jeffrey Tucker argues that COVID and “woke” politics have contributed to major upheaval in American education.College athletics: The Senate passed legislation aimed at restricting college-athlete transfers and reducing the current level of school-hopping.IN TRANSOID NEWSYouth gender policy: The source highlights reported opposition to gender-transition procedures for minors from California activists, Ken Paxton, and Trump.Student identity trends: A survey reportedly found lower rates of LGB and transgender identification among younger U.S. students, with the source attributing the trend to changing social attitudes.IN ECONOMIC NEWSNY climate tax: A federal judge struck down New York's $75 billion climate-superfund law targeting oil companies.Walmart: The retailer has begun rolling out digital pricing, while saying the system will not result in unfair price increases.Steel: Trump announced plans for what the source describes as the largest steel plant in U.S. history, to be built in Iowa and fully operational over roughly three years.Illinois battery plant: A Chinese battery manufacturer reportedly established a facility next to a small Illinois community using state funding, generating controversy among residents.U.S. economy: Second-quarter growth was reported at 2.2%, with the roundup citing stronger third-quarter indicators. August inflation reportedly fell to 3.4%.South Korea: South Korea reportedly plans more than $200 billion in U.S. investment, including $54 billion toward Alaska LNG.Manufacturing: Manufacturing-sector hiring reportedly increased in August.Disney: The company is laying off hundreds of employees as its new CEO restructures the workforce.IN INTERNATIONAL NEWSSaudi oil: Saudi Arabia reportedly found an alternative route around the Strait of Hormuz, using a pipeline and shipping through Oman to reach Asian markets.UK terrorism case: Five suspects arrested over an alleged attempt to attack a U.S. military base were reportedly released on bail.Iraq: The United States withdrew its remaining military personnel from bases in Iraq.Israel aviation incident: The roundup reports that one pilot allegedly stabbed another while attempting to crash a plane carrying Israeli passengers into a populated area, with passengers intervening.IN MEDICAL NEWSPrivate equity: Private-equity firms are increasingly acquiring hospitals, with the source examining both the potential benefits and drawbacks.Ebola research: The roundup cites records and reporting concerning U.S. Army Ebola experiments and alleged concerns about research involving aerosolized Ebola and differences between vaccinated and unvaccinated animals.AND FINALLY . . .Steve Paroni: The author pays tribute to friend and fellow musician Steve Paroni, a bassist who played in a rival band before they later played together. Paroni was also an avid reader, cyclist, and home-recording musician, and had been planning a lunch with the author shortly before his death. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history? Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series. Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on Amazon X: @LarrySchwe94560 Truth Social: @CyberneticsLS Gettr LinkedIn Facebook: @LarrySchweikart Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen. www.wildworldofhistory.com

  3. Sep 28

    TODAY'S NEWS, September 26-282026

    IN POLITICAL NEWSTrump-Xi summit: China reportedly agreed to freeze Iranian funds held in China.U.S.-Canada tensions: Mark Carney reportedly said Canada is preparing for a possible armed U.S. invasion, a claim the source mocks and contrasts with a U.S. military officer’s sarcastic response.DOGE case: A federal judge dismissed Attorney General James’ case against DOGE, according to the source.Missouri: The state launched an investigation into a Democratic fundraising organization over fraud allegations.Flock cameras: A brand-protection group is reportedly attempting to suppress publication of maps showing the locations of Flock surveillance cameras.IN AI NEWSOpenAI: The company reportedly exposed 53 user images publicly after a rogue-agent incident, prompting it to freeze or pause affected systems.IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWSICE strategy: The source highlights a shift toward less predictable, less publicly visible immigration enforcement under Tom Homan, citing an NYT report on an ICE surge. Dallas ICE reportedly arrested 121 people during a summer operation.ICE arrest authority: Trump reportedly overrode guidance limiting arrests primarily to people with prior criminal records and directed ICE to continue broader arrests.Secret Service: A CEO was arrested in connection with an alleged Russian scheme involving foreign nationals attempting to infiltrate the Secret Service.Banking: The roundup says Trump's immigration crackdown is pushing undocumented immigrants out of the U.S. banking system.Social Security data: The Supreme Court reportedly ruled that the government can use Social Security data to identify noncitizens for enforcement purposes.IN CULTURAL NEWSFlying car: The Switchblade flying sports car reportedly has retractable wings that allow them to be concealed.IN ECONOMIC NEWSAuto regulations: The Trump administration changed vehicle emissions rules with the stated goal of lowering new-car prices.Economic instability: The roundup points to analysis examining the broader costs and consequences of current economic instability.Federal spending: Trump reportedly canceled nearly $1 billion in federal spending without congressional approval, prompting commentary about Congress being absent.U.S.-China tariffs: The two countries announced a tariff-reduction arrangement covering roughly $30 billion in goods.Markets: A Goldman Sachs economist reportedly said equities are refusing to panic. The roundup points to stronger-than-expected August orders for durable goods and nearly 6% declines in home prices as supporting indicators.Equity issuance: U.S. equity issuance is reportedly surging to levels associated with previous market booms.Oil: U.S. crude production reportedly reached record levels.IN INTERNATIONAL NEWSNetherlands: A Dutch MP warned about alleged Islamic grooming gangs following a reported sexual-assault case.England: Authorities reportedly thwarted a suspected terrorist attack involving vehicles approaching a U.S. bomber base, with five arrests.Hungary: Young Hungarians are reportedly resisting military conscription and showing little interest in a war with Russia.Strait of Hormuz: Oil traffic has recovered to roughly two-thirds of pre-conflict levels and is rising, while Iranian exports are reportedly near zero. The roundup says Iran used a one-month pause to export roughly 80 million barrels and argues its resulting cash reserves are now being depleted. Saudi Arabia has also restarted a Hormuz bypass pipeline.Germany/EU: Germany's new net-zero strategy reportedly emphasizes widespread electrification despite weak economic growth. The roundup disputes Germany's reported share of energy coming from electricity and notes EU pressure on Trump to keep diesel exports flowing.IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWSKennedy Center: Whistleblowers reportedly allege that repairs were deliberately delayed and that those delays are now being cited as a reason for the center's closure.NFL broadcasting: With Tony Romo away for alcohol rehabilitation, Tom Brady drew attention for bluntly criticizing Justin Herbert's interception, calling the throw a “meatball sub.”IN MEDICAL NEWSCOVID fraud: Federal investigators reportedly uncovered another $1.2 billion in suspected COVID-contract fraud.AND FINALLY . . .Gold-plated Cybertruck: A Texas mental-health clinic owner was convicted of fraud after allegedly using military health-care payments to purchase a gold-plated Cybertruck. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history? Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series. Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on Amazon X: @LarrySchwe94560 Truth Social: @CyberneticsLS Gettr LinkedIn Facebook: @LarrySchweikart Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen. www.wildworldofhistory.com

  4. Sep 26

    TODAY'S NEWS, September 24-25, 2026

    IN POLITICAL NEWS1. Trump-Xi meeting: Trump hosted Xi at a state dinner, with Chinese journalists briefly allowed in while CNN and Politico were initially excluded. The Senate also rejected a war-powers resolution concerning Iran.2. Cultural shift: The source points to changing entertainment and cultural preferences alongside some institutions quietly reversing pediatric transgender policies.3. Polls and 2028: Susan Collins is reportedly leading in Maine, while Gavin Newsom is positioning himself for California’s Democratic presidential nomination.4. Political influencers: The New York Times reports networks of low-paid influencers receiving scripted Democratic messaging for midterm advertising.5. Trump at the UN: Trump’s UN speech is presented as evidence of a changed international landscape under his policies.6. FBI breach: The FBI is investigating a possible cyberattack on its employment website, with hackers claiming access to agents’ personal data.7. Strait of Hormuz: The U.S. Navy is reportedly using laser systems to destroy drones in the Strait of Hormuz.8. Los Angeles: Mayor Karen Bass is reportedly trailing her more progressive opponent in the mayoral race.9. Teacher convictions: Two fifth-grade teachers at the same school were convicted of child sex crimes.10. Xi’s gifts: Xi brought two pandas and offered 100,000 student visas for Americans to study in China.11. Pardon allegations: A 60 Minutes report examined allegations of a “pardon economy” involving brokers selling access to presidential pardons.12. COVID restrictions: A lesbian bar owner’s decision to introduce “maskless Saturdays” triggered criticism from activists who described it as a mass-disabling event.13. New Jersey: The state’s lieutenant governor resigned amid sexual-misconduct and harassment allegations.14. Minnesota fraud: The SBA is expanding investigations into an alleged Somali-linked fraud network in Minnesota.15. Cocaine seizure: Operation Pacific Viper reportedly seized 260,000 pounds of cocaine.16. Trump rally victim: Jim Copenhaver, wounded during the 2024 Butler assassination attempt, died from complications related to his injuries.IN AI NEWS17. AI in space: Google is developing an AI-powered satellite/data-center concept designed to run AI computing in orbit.IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWS18. Voter verification: The Supreme Court allowed Trump’s voter-registration citizenship-verification program to continue, while the Sixth Circuit allowed Ohio’s proof-of-citizenship voting law to take effect for the midterms.19. Noncitizen voter rolls: Reuters reports that states mistakenly added roughly 30,000 noncitizens to voter rolls, while the source argues the true scale of the problem could be larger.20. Immigration enforcement: The State Department reportedly removed another 25,000 migrants, while federal and state authorities increase prosecutions involving alleged noncitizen voting.21. Migration and wages: Brookings reportedly acknowledged that mass migration reduced wages and contributed to higher rents.IN CULTURAL NEWS22. Physics: A new experiment suggests atoms may fundamentally be forms of light, a finding that would have major implications if confirmed.23. Religion: Ryan Burge’s research finds private religious and spiritual activity is substantially more common than public religious participation, while young people report less private spiritual activity.IN TRANSOID NEWS24. University of Maryland: An LGBTQ research lab faces a racial-discrimination complaint and a $700,000 claim involving federal funding.25. Military pilots: Sen. Tommy Tuberville presented evidence supporting claims about unusual sexual/fetish-related conduct involving some pilots.26. Women’s sports: A report claims 2,293 female athletes have lost medals to male competitors competing in women’s categories.IN ECONOMIC NEWS27. Housing/manufacturing: Mortgage rates reached 7%, yet new-home sales exceeded expectations and core manufacturing orders surged 14–16%.28. Energy: The Navajo Nation is supporting new power plants as Trump rolls back Biden-era regulations affecting power generation on reservations.29. Bank of America: BofA backed Trump’s workforce push by hiring 1,000 new apprentices/interns.30. Consumer sentiment: Economic data remains relatively strong while public sentiment about the economy continues to deteriorate.31. California battery fire: A lithium-ion battery storage facility in La Verne could burn for several days, according to authorities.32. Starbucks/McDonald’s: Starbucks is closing another 250 stores while McDonald’s plans billions in investment to strengthen its brand.33. Huawei/EV buses/DoorDash: The DOJ’s Huawei case is advancing; fewer than 40% of federally funded electric school buses were reportedly delivered; and DoorDash agreed to pay roughly $130 million over worker underpayment claims.34. New York Times: Major investors have sued the New York Times over alleged anti-Israel bias.35. Diesel: Oil-market disruptions involving Russia and Iran have pushed diesel prices higher globally, encouraging U.S. producers to export more and prompting discussion of an export ban.IN INTERNATIONAL NEWS36. Spain/US: Spain will allow a U.S. extradition request involving Fergie Chambers to proceed in a money-laundering case.37. Europe and coal: European officials are reportedly warning that coal plants may need to return as energy concerns and political pressure intensify.38. Ceuta: Tensions are rising in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, with emergency reports reportedly up more than 530% amid migrant-related unrest.39. AI literature: A French book that won a major literary award is facing questions over whether AI contributed to its creation.40. Global debt: Worldwide debt has surpassed $365 trillion.41. China: Manufacturing growth has masked a major Chinese real-estate crisis that remains unresolved.42. Cambridge: Cambridge University will reportedly not investigate the hiring process surrounding academic Jason Arday.43. Noah’s Ark: Researchers claim to have confirmed the location of Noah’s Ark at Turkey’s Durupınar site.IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS44. Bob Pettit: Basketball legend Bob Pettit, one of the NBA’s first dominant big men, died at 93.45. TV: The source enjoyed Neagley but found Lanterns disappointing after a promising start.46. NFL: Guardian Caps, padded helmet covers designed to reduce impact forces, are becoming more visible among NFL players.IN MEDICAL NEWS47. Fauci: Further allegations involving gain-of-function research, destroyed records, and Anthony Fauci continue to emerge.48. Vaccine safety: A new CDC/NIH research center focused on vaccine harms is being established.AND FINALLY . . .49. Recycling record: Teenagers set a world record by recycling 2,675 pounds of sports balls in a single day. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history? Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series. Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on Amazon X: @LarrySchwe94560 Truth Social: @CyberneticsLS Gettr LinkedIn Facebook: @LarrySchweikart Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen. www.wildworldofhistory.com

  5. Sep 24

    TODAY'S NEWS, September 22-23, 2026

    IN POLITICAL NEWS1. Greenland: Denmark’s PM praised Trump’s new security deal, with the U.S. reportedly planning two military bases in Greenland.2. White House media: Trump launched “Trump TV” after networks threatened to limit coverage, but CNN and others still aired his live appearances, including his UN speech. Trump also opened the new White House helipad and met Japan’s prime minister.3. Air traffic: Two unrelated failures at Philadelphia air traffic control caused widespread five-hour delays across the Northeast.4. Fraud: JD Vance’s fraud task force is pursuing more than 750,000 fraudulent accounts involving up to $2 billion in alleged criminal activity.5. Universities: Faculty emails from Utah Valley University following Charlie Kirk’s murder have sparked controversy over political hostility on campus.6. Democrats: Former Democratic operative Lindy Li criticized the party as increasingly communist and accused it of racism toward Asians.7. Political funding: A reported $638 million left-wing political network operating through tax-exempt charities is under scrutiny, while CAIR reportedly contributed heavily to Abdul El-Sayed’s Senate campaign. An NBC poll reportedly shows Democrats down nine points among mail voters.8. Missouri redistricting: The Eighth Circuit reinstated Missouri’s Republican-favored congressional map, potentially restoring a Republican House seat.9. Terrorism: Kash Patel says the FBI has foiled more than 1,100 terrorist attacks since 2025.10. “Big Balls” assault: Judge Jeanine Pirro brought federal charges against two people accused of assaulting DOGE employee Edward Coristine.11. Trump and Secret Service: A Secret Service agent praised Trump for personally knowing agents and their families and ensuring they receive breaks and meals.12. Harvey Weinstein: Weinstein was sentenced to 15 years in prison.IN AI NEWS13. Amazon vs. Meta: The AI competition is escalating, with Amazon reportedly blocking Meta’s AI agents from its platform.IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWS14. Illegal voting: Up to 300,000 suspected illegal-alien voting cases are reportedly awaiting investigation.15. Austin: Austin is using taxpayer funds for legal challenges against deportations.16. South African refugees: The Trump administration plans to admit 17,500 white South African refugees.IN CULTURAL NEWS17. Pell Grants: Florida will allow Pell Grants to fund workforce training programs aimed at employment.18. Mumbai restaurant: A celebrity restaurant was shut down after inspectors found food stored beside a urinal.19. Tylenol murders: A doctor known as the “unknown wanderer” was found dead from cyanide poisoning in an Idaho church, potentially providing a new lead in the decades-old Tylenol murder case.IN ECONOMIC NEWS20. Converse: Converse altered an advertisement after criticism over how an image of an Asian girl holding sneakers was presented.21. News traffic: Major U.S. news websites have suffered a sharp decline in web traffic.22. San Francisco: Tech, science, and social-media employment in San Francisco and Silicon Valley has fallen to roughly 2019 levels.23. Manufacturing: The latest Purchasing Managers’ Index increased again, beating expectations.24. Defense manufacturing: GM reportedly converted a vehicle factory in just 22 days to produce Patriot missile components.25. Diesel: An oil-industry argument warns that banning diesel exports could have significant consequences.26. Energy: S&P Global has reportedly shifted away from climate-transition language toward a greater focus on energy realities.27. Retirement: Trump signed an executive order creating low-cost IRA options for low-income Americans.IN INTERNATIONAL NEWS28. Carbon capture: A European carbon-capture project reportedly plans to liquefy emissions and store them in tanks before dumping them into the ocean.29. Israel: Fauda, an Israeli-produced series depicting Hamas and October 7, is reportedly the top Netflix show in Lebanon.30. China: Former DNC chairman Howard Dean reportedly addressed a conference involving Chinese Communist Party leaders.31. Chinese military: Xi Jinping has reportedly purged much of China’s senior military leadership.IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS32. Influencer charged: Online influencer Clavicular has been charged with rape following allegations involving an intoxicated woman.33. Hayden Panettiere: Further reports have emerged about Panettiere’s history of overdose and rehabilitation before her death.34. CNN/Paramount: CNN staffers are reportedly concerned about the Paramount merger.35. Antonio Brown: Former NFL receiver Antonio Brown accepted a plea deal in an attempted-murder case.IN MEDICAL NEWS36. Teen mental health: Teenage mental health has reportedly improved, with broader post-pandemic conditions cited as one possible factor.37. Obamacare: The administration has cancelled more than 314,000 allegedly fraudulent Obamacare enrollments.38. Kratom: Two University of Mississippi students died after using the over-the-counter stimulant kratom.AND FINALLY . . .39. Creatine: Online searches for creatine have surged 300%, driven largely by growing interest among women as well as fitness enthusiasts. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history? Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series. Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on Amazon X: @LarrySchwe94560 Truth Social: @CyberneticsLS Gettr LinkedIn Facebook: @LarrySchweikart Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen. www.wildworldofhistory.com

  6. Sep 21

    TODAY'S NEWS, September 19-21, 2026

    IN POLITICAL NEWS1. Greenland: Trump, Denmark, and Greenland reportedly reached a deal giving the U.S. control over Greenland’s security, which the source frames as another step toward securing major global maritime chokepoints.2. China: The administration is being urged to prepare for a potential sudden collapse of China’s communist regime.3. Polling: Claims of Democratic polling advantages are challenged by concerns about Republican nonresponse and polling accuracy. A Michigan poll also found 45% would not consider voting for a Muslim.4. Campaign funding: The NRCC is reportedly outraising and outspending Democratic counterparts, while some Democratic groups report funding difficulties.5. Media: The White House barred CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from press briefings, while major networks reportedly reduced on-camera Trump coverage.6. Kennedy Center: Biden-era inspections reportedly documented disrepair and safety hazards before Trump moved to address the building.7. Washington: The state Supreme Court struck down a voter-approved initiative protecting access to natural gas and gas appliances.8. USAID: USAID has officially closed.9. Nursing-degree fraud: Federal authorities dismantled a reported $250 million fraudulent nursing-degree scheme.10. SpaceX: A SpaceX launch deployed 27 Starlink satellites and successfully landed the booster.11. Arlington: Trump approved converting the Triumphal Arch project into a dual-purpose facility with military functions.12. Dearborn: DOJ filed a discrimination lawsuit alleging Christians and whites were discriminated against by the city.13. Massachusetts: Gov. Maura Healey’s administration proposed additional home-based support for families with newborns, drawing criticism over government involvement.IN AI NEWS14. AI regulation: A report argues that some AI safety fears are being amplified by industry leaders as a way to encourage costly government regulation that could reinforce major AI companies’ market positions.IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWS15. H1B visas: The $100,000 H1B fee reportedly reduced foreign applications by 87%. New social-media screening is coming, while the administration is also directing investigations into whether American workers were displaced by H1B employees.16. Border wall: Construction has reached the Big Bend region of Texas for another 47-mile section of border wall.17. Anti-ICE fund: A Minnesota-based anti-ICE relief fund reportedly shut down amid fraud allegations.IN CULTURAL NEWS18. New York euthanasia: A report says up to 20 people have been euthanized since New York legalized assisted dying.19. School choice: 1619 Project writer Nikole Hannah-Jones reportedly sent her daughter to a troubled school as a political “sacrifice,” prompting backlash from the daughter.20. Religion: Research cited in the source finds more educated people are more likely to attend church regularly.IN TRANSOID NEWS21. Youth gender clinics: Two additional hospitals reached DOJ agreements to keep youth gender clinics closed.22. Abuse arrest: A former Pride organization president and school district employee was arrested on allegations involving child abuse and misconduct.23. Pronoun policy: A federal judge blocked the University of California from enforcing its pronoun-related harassment policy.IN ECONOMIC NEWS24. Seattle: Businesses are demanding stronger enforcement and protection from crime.25. Washington energy: The gas-appliance ruling could leave some homeowners facing conversion costs reportedly reaching $40,000.26. NYC buses: New York City is reportedly returning some buses to gas power after maintenance problems with electric buses.27. Fraud: A Medicare equipment company agreed to repay more than $800,000 over false-billing allegations, while a separate investigation uncovered more than $75 million in alleged homeless-program fraud.IN INTERNATIONAL NEWS28. Energy: The source argues Western net-zero policies are restricting energy production while China continues expanding its energy infrastructure.29. Mao: A chart illustrates the enormous death toll attributed to Mao Zedong’s rule and its impact on global life expectancy.30. Germany: Chancellor Friedrich Merz says he will remain in office despite further local-election setbacks for his party.31. Canada: A report alleges an 83-year-old woman was euthanized against her will.32. Mexico: Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum agreed to a bilateral trade deal.33. Global chokepoints: The source presents Trump’s strategy of securing major Western-aligned maritime chokepoints as a means of constraining China.IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS34. Ed Sheeran: Sheeran faced backlash after trying to navigate the Israel-Palestine dispute following controversy involving Macklemore.35. Paramount/Warner Bros.: Paramount is reportedly set to proceed with its merger with Warner Bros.36. Carrot Top: The comedian was hospitalized following a reported suicide attempt.37. NFL injuries: Jayden Daniels and Caleb Williams suffered injuries, following other recent injuries to mobile quarterbacks, while multiple teams also lost additional players to injuries.IN MEDICAL NEWS38. COVID response: The Toronto Sun reportedly called Canada’s COVID response a major health-policy failure and argued that resignations are warranted, amid separate criminal investigations.39. NIH: The White House is moving toward placing NIH grant decisions under an outside review panel.AND FINALLY . . .A fox named Chance survived being struck by a vehicle and is recovering with the help of swimming therapy. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history? Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series. Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on Amazon X: @LarrySchwe94560 Truth Social: @CyberneticsLS Gettr LinkedIn Facebook: @LarrySchweikart Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen. www.wildworldofhistory.com

  7. Sep 18

    TODAY'S NEWS, September 17-18, 2026

    IN POLITICAL NEWSNew Hampshire: Chief Justice Gordon MacDonald resigned after acknowledging three judicial-conduct violations involving hiring practices and a female staffer.Jon Kyl: Former Republican Arizona Senator Jon Kyl died at 84. He served two separate periods in the Senate and later became a key figure in Arizona politics.Fraud enforcement: The House voted to make the federal Fraud Enforcement Division permanent, with some Democrats joining Republicans.Elections: Chris Pappas reportedly cut his advertising in New Hampshire, while an anti-Trump Detroit newspaper endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan.Public lands: Trump signed orders expanding access to federal lands for hunting and fishing and reversing some Biden-era restrictions.ActBlue: A woman alleged that her deceased mother's bank accounts showed unexplained “micro withdrawals” and political donations to ActBlue.Voter-fraud cases: Multiple new cases were reported, including seven arrests in Texas, a Russian national sentenced for registration fraud, a Colorado man accused of voting twice, an alleged illegal-voting case involving a Louisiana mayor, and six additional federal charges in California, Kansas and Louisiana.Missouri: A prosecutor reportedly died by suicide inside a courtroom.Threat against Trump: A Kansas man was arrested over alleged threats to kill President Trump and Ben Shapiro.Los Angeles County: The county reportedly experienced the largest population decline of any U.S. county.IN AI NEWSData centers: The House overwhelmingly passed legislation requiring data centers to cover their own energy costs, described as “Bring Your Own Energy.”AI safety: OpenAI disclosed six additional incidents involving reportedly concerning AI behavior. The roundup questions whether some industry safety concerns could also encourage regulatory structures that favor established companies.Students and AI: Universities are warning about “cognitive surrender,” where students become overly willing to accept AI-generated answers without independent evaluation.U.S.-China competition: China is reportedly applying elements of the Soviet Union’s Cold War strategy to its effort to close the U.S. AI lead.AI cybersecurity: Anthropic’s Claude was reportedly used in an attempt to break into ChatGPT, highlighting emerging AI-on-AI security risks.Drug manufacturing: Anthropic is reportedly exploring entry into pharmaceutical manufacturing, prompting concerns about the expansion of AI companies into sensitive industries.IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWSBorder releases: Border Patrol reportedly recorded zero illegal releases into the United States for the 16th consecutive month.Indiana: A five-day ICE operation resulted in 426 arrests, according to the cited report.IN CULTURAL NEWSFamily relationships: Ryan Burge’s latest analysis finds that most parents and adult children generally get along, although evangelical parents and their children show a roughly 25-point gap over whether parents adequately prepared their children for adulthood.Peter Max: Counterculture-era artist Peter Max died at 88.Young men and marriage: A cited analysis says nearly three-quarters of young men want to marry but often lack traditional guidance or preparation for marriage.History: The roundup highlights Larry’s review of the 2005 Civil War book Retreat from Gettysburg.Kennedy Center: Trump and the Kennedy Center board say the building requires major repairs, while preservation groups are seeking continued operation and have asked a federal judge to place the institution into receivership. The political dispute over the center’s future remains unresolved.IN ECONOMIC NEWSJobless claims: Weekly unemployment claims reportedly fell to their lowest level in 57 years.Venezuela: Venezuela plans to move roughly $4 billion in gold from the Bank of England to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.Toys “R” Us: The retailer plans to open 150 new stores, targeting the growing “kidult” market of adults who remain interested in toys and collectibles.Federal Reserve: Trump continues calling for lower interest rates, but persistent inflation led the Fed to raise rates slightly.Berkshire Hathaway: Warren Buffett stepped down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, with his son designated as successor. Buffett cited the limits of aging and time.GDP: The Atlanta Fed’s Q3 GDPNow estimate increased from 4.4% to 5.1%.IN INTERNATIONAL NEWSVenezuela: Oil billionaire Harold Hamm has moved into developing Venezuelan oil fields, while Venezuela has also opened rights to a major gold mine.Fashion industry: Fashion-sector climate emissions reportedly increased by more than 14% in two years, while Middle East energy disruptions are contributing to higher clothing costs.Shipping: Maersk is testing wind sails on cargo ships to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.Poland: A major oil discovery near the Polish-German border could cover roughly 5% of Poland’s oil needs, although German opposition is reportedly complicating development.“Net zero”: A cited analysis argues that the term “net zero” is losing public appeal and may increasingly be replaced by different terminology.Ceuta: A report describes a major migrant surge in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, with police struggling to contain the crowds.IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWSArizona Cardinals: A player was fined for writing “Glory be 2 God” on his eye-black.Hollywood: Spencer Pratt claims Paramount is leaving California, with entertainment-industry workers reportedly considering relocation to Nashville.Disney: Families can reportedly purchase luxury homes inside Disney World’s Golden Oak residential community, with prices reaching around $2 million.IN MEDICAL NEWSMelatonin: New research suggests melatonin may have significant pain-relief potential, particularly for people whose chronic pain is associated with poor sleep.Vaccine safety: A BMJ paper reportedly examines evidence that U.S. officials knew some COVID-19 vaccine safety standards were flawed and that concerns raised by an FDA physician were not adequately addressed.Medication cascades: Research cited in the roundup suggests that taking one medication can sometimes lead to additional medications being prescribed to manage resulting side effects.Multiple sclerosis: Researchers have identified a significant association between Epstein-Barr virus and multiple sclerosis.AND FINALLY . . .New cat species: Researchers have identified a previously unrecognized cat species, reportedly the first newly identified cat species in roughly 100 years. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history? Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series. Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on Amazon X: @LarrySchwe94560 Truth Social: @CyberneticsLS Gettr LinkedIn Facebook: @LarrySchweikart Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen. www.wildworldofhistory.com

  8. Sep 16

    TODAY'S NEWS, September 15-16, 2026

    IN POLITICAL NEWSTrump assassination attempt: An anonymous donor reportedly paid to have Thomas Crooks cremated soon after the attempted assassination of President Trump, raising further questions about preservation of evidence. Trump has characterized the shooting as a Democratic plot to kill him, while Fox's Bret Baier reported that Crooks had 27 devices.FBI investigation: Jeff Childers argues that former FBI Director Christopher Wray repeatedly misled Congress about whether the FBI possessed Crooks's phones and ladder. Crooks also reportedly had an extended interaction with an unidentified person at a shooting range the day before the attack.Transparency concerns: Childers argues that virtually every aspect of the investigation raises questions about incompetence, selective disclosure, or a possible cover-up, saying the investigation has not provided the transparency needed to resolve conspiracy theories.Mail-in ballots: The Supreme Court left a lower-court ruling in place preventing Trump's proposed mail-in-ballot rules from taking effect for the midterms because of insufficient implementation time. Supporters of the rules expect a broader case could eventually reach the Court.Brennan subpoena: Former CIA Director John Brennan has reportedly been subpoenaed to appear before a grand jury as part of a DOJ investigation into alleged efforts against Trump.Republican momentum: The roundup points to improving Republican polling numbers in states including New Hampshire, Minnesota and Oregon, while noting that Republican candidates are performing competitively in several races. It also cites polling-miss analysis and claims that more than half of registered voters watched the GOP convention.SNAP: Millions have reportedly been removed from SNAP rolls. The roundup argues that reforms should preserve assistance for genuinely needy people while reducing fraud and spending on items such as lottery tickets and unhealthy foods.2028 Democratic field: Another Democrat has reportedly endorsed Kamala Harris for 2028. The roundup argues that progressive Democrats may prefer Zohran Mamdani but questions whether he will ultimately be the nominee.Jewish security: Jewish organizations are reportedly spending more than $1 billion on security amid increased concerns about antisemitic threats.Smithsonian: Trump directed the Smithsonian to replace a modernist sculpture outside one of its facilities with a statue of a Founding Father within 90 days.Impeachment: Eighteen House Democrats reportedly joined Republicans in rejecting the latest attempt to impeach Trump.Child exploitation: FBI Director Kash Patel said the bureau has identified more than 11,000 child victims, which the roundup describes as a substantial increase over figures from the Biden administration.Ilhan Omar: ICE is reportedly investigating the immigration status of Rep. Ilhan Omar.Weapons in space: The Air Force secretary said the United States already has weapons deployed in space. He also said Golden Dome installations are being developed, with 20 contracts worth $3.2 billion involving 12 companies and demonstrations planned for 2028.Voter-fraud investigations: The New York Times is criticized for focusing on whether federal investigators examining voter fraud may have violated state laws.Jonathan Cahn incident: The passenger who allegedly attacked Christian evangelist Jonathan Cahn on an American Airlines flight reportedly claims not to remember the incident.Philadelphia prosecutors: The roundup highlights allegations that six prosecutors in Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner's office conspired to allow a mass murderer to escape prosecution.Accenture: The DOJ reportedly reached a $25 million settlement with federal-services contractor Accenture over alleged DEI-related hiring practices.IN AI NEWSChina/Anthropic data pipeline: The roundup highlights claims that Chinese users inadvertently provided login information and other data through a secret pipeline connected to the United States, portraying it as an unexpected intelligence advantage.Anthropic and government regulation: Anthropic reportedly faced restrictions from the Department of War earlier this year, while the roundup argues that calls for government AI oversight could create regulatory barriers that favor established companies over startups.Anthropic finances: The company reportedly faces a major audit involving questions about revenue commitments from NVIDIA and others, while still planning an IPO.AI hardware breakthrough: Startup Kepler Computing claims to have developed a new material that could simultaneously address AI memory and power constraints, potentially reducing data-center size and energy consumption if independently validated.AI in court: A New Mexico attorney was held in contempt by the state Supreme Court after using AI to prepare a murder-case brief containing significant errors.IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWSCalifornia daycare fraud: Twelve people were charged in California in an alleged "ghost daycare" fraud scheme. The roundup emphasizes the defendants' Middle Eastern backgrounds.ISIS prosecutions: An analysis cited by the roundup says more than 200 people prosecuted for ISIS-related offenses were American citizens or lawful permanent residents. Separately, the FBI reportedly disrupted a planned mass-casualty attack in Pennsylvania allegedly involving an ISIS supporter.IN CULTURAL NEWSKennedy Center: The Kennedy Center board voted to close the institution temporarily for stated safety reasons. The center is also reportedly facing serious financial problems, while a judge had previously ruled against Trump's name being placed on the institution.Literacy: A study cited by the roundup claims that eight of the ten states with the lowest literacy scores are Democratic-leaning states with large teachers' unions.Colleges and free speech: Several colleges are reportedly continuing to impose DEI-related requirements on Christian or conservative student organizations despite free-speech commitments.Tipping: A study cited by the roundup claims that liberal-leaning metropolitan areas have lower average tipping rates.IN TRANSOID NEWSMassachusetts custody dispute: The roundup cites a case in which Massachusetts authorities reportedly removed a girl from her Catholic parents after a dispute over gender identity and treatment.California schools: A settlement reportedly allows parents in one California school district to opt their children out of certain LGBTQ-related instruction and policies.IN ECONOMIC NEWSCoal power: An EPA policy reversal reportedly opens the door for permitting and commissioning additional coal-fired power plants.Household finances: The roundup cites declining poverty, rising household income, record 401(k) balances and stronger-than-expected August retail sales as signs of economic strength.California high-speed rail: Critics argue that California's high-speed rail project will overlap with an existing Amtrak corridor, potentially requiring passengers to transfer between services while existing infrastructure is altered.In-N-Out: Media criticism of In-N-Out reportedly includes scrutiny of its corporate culture and the relatively high compensation earned by store managers.IN INTERNATIONAL NEWSThailand: A British-Nigerian influencer reportedly died in Thailand during a penis-enlargement procedure.Sanitation: The roundup highlights reports of open defecation in African communities, attributing the problem to inadequate sanitation and migration.Mexico: Mexican authorities reportedly discovered more than 1,000 cryptocurrency-mining rigs during cartel raids.Iran: Economic pressure is reportedly contributing to falling employment and currency values in Iran, while oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have reportedly recovered toward pre-war levels.Ukraine: A British commentator cited in the roundup argues that Volodymyr Zelensky's strategy is leading Ukraine toward severe national losses.China: The price gap between crude oil paid for by the United States and China has reportedly widened from about $5 in 2024 to roughly $30.IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWSParamount: Paramount is reportedly threatening to leave California if its merger with Warner Bros. does not proceed, potentially affecting tens of thousands of jobs and billions in tax revenue.Ed Sheeran: Several opening acts have reportedly withdrawn from Sheeran's tour amid disputes over his position on the Israel-Hamas conflict.Elijah Blue Allman: Cher's son has reportedly been indicted on a felony breaking-and-entering charge in New Hampshire.Travis Kelce: Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is reportedly among the alleged victims of a large Ponzi scheme.IN MEDICAL NEWSCOVID-relief fraud: The Trump administration reportedly barred approximately 870,000 suspected COVID-relief fraudsters from obtaining federal loans. The roundup contrasts this with the Biden-era distribution of roughly $1.2 trillion in pandemic assistance.L'Oréal lawsuit: L'Oréal is facing a lawsuit alleging that certain beauty products contain substances associated with cancer risks.AND FINALLY . . .Christian Bale: Actor Christian Bale has opened a foster-care village based on a long-held goal of keeping siblings together when they enter the foster system. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history? Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series. Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on Amazon X: @LarrySchwe94560 Truth Social: @CyberneticsLS Gettr LinkedIn Facebook: @LarrySchweikart Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patri

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