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extremism

Militia Men Stockpiled Weapons and Pounded Steroids to 'Go to War' Against Democrats, Prosecutors Say
The heavily armed pair are accused of a 'specific, detailed, and serious' plot to attack Democratic headquarters in California.
Tess Owen
7.16.21
ethiopia

‘I No Longer Fear For My Life’: Civilians Celebrate After Rebels Recapture Tigray
Locals are hopeful of an end to the worst of the conflict, but Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has pledged to "repel" the rebels.
Lucy Kassa
7.16.21
Tech

Japan Transfers 319 Terabits Per Second, Setting Internet Speed Record
A combination of rare earth minerals, a new kind of fiber optic cable, and a fancy laser system pushed data to speeds never before seen.
Matthew Gault
7.16.21
cuba

AOC Just Slammed Biden for ‘Absurdly Cruel’ Cuba Policy
“It is never acceptable for us to use cruelty as a point of leverage against everyday people.”
Samir Ferdowsi
7.16.21
Britney Spears

Should You Still Stream Britney Spears?
“Do not consume the music. Do not consume the product. Do not consume anything from Britney the brand,” said one ardent fan.
Carter Sherman
7.16.21
Social Media

The Only Party Invite I Want This Summer Is via Instagram Close Friends
An exclusive, disappearing flyer that the algorithm makes sure only the most interested people see? Just the type of chaos we need.
Katie Way
7.16.21
Arizona audit

Cyber Ninjas Wants to Take Its Bogus Arizona Audit Door to Door
The firm running the audit has told lawmakers it needs to go to voters' houses. What could possibly go wrong?
Paul Blest
7.16.21
Tech news

Holly Herndon Deepfaked Herself Into a 'Digital Twin' That Sings Any Song In Her Voice
Experimental musician Holly Herndon's 'Holly+' is an AI copy of her voice that sings any song you want it to, with rights governed by the blockchain.
Andrew Hayward
7.16.21
immigration

Migrants Say They’re Being Electrocuted by ICE-Mandated Ankle Monitors
A new report says the bulky GPS surveillance devices are causing pain and discomfort for those forced to wear them.
Ella Fassler
7.16.21
Interviews

With 'Soulquarius,' Phabo Is R&B's New North Star
After penning records for major labels, Soulection Records’ latest indie luminary is now charting his own path as an artist.
Kristin Corry
7.16.21
mexico

Mexico Just Doomed This Tiny Porpoise to Extinction
There are probably 10 vaquitas left in the Gulf of California but the government is allowing fishing in nets that will entangle and kill them.
Elisabeth Malkin
Nathaniel Janowitz
7.16.21
tech-science

The Hubble Telescope Is Back Online a Month After Going Dark
Science operations are expected to resume within days, according to the mission team.
Becky Ferreira
7.16.21
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