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Donald Trump’s attacks on science began on the very first day of his second presidential term. On January 20, 2025, he withdrew the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement, declared a national emergency to justify the expansion of fossil fuels, and repealed multiple environmental protections. That was just the start. Since Trump returned to office, his administration has carried out some 574 attacks on science, according to a new tracker from the nonprofit Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS). There has been constant coverage of these attacks, including the administration’s plans to scrap PFAS “forever chemical” regulations and stop requiring…

The boxy SUV could return in 2029. Haggardous50000/Shutterstock Fans of Honda’s boxy mini SUV rejoice: The company is reportedly bringing the Element back as an affordable hybrid vehicle. According to Automotive News, Honda aims to debut the revived model in 2029 to take on the Ford Bronco Sport. The new compact hybrid SUV would sit between the HR-V and CR-V in the company’s lineup, the latter of which is already offered as a hybrid.  Honda is reportedly interested in the recent popularity of smaller, off-road-capable vehicles like the Bronco. Currently, the automaker offers TrailSport trims of the CR-V and…

MONTREAL — The Montreal Alouettes announced on Wednesday that American defensive back Faion Hicks has re-signed with the team. The 28-year-old took part in the most recent training camp in Quebec City after signing a contract with the club last December. RELATED» AMSOIL Power Rankings: Movement all over» 4 storylines to watch in Week 4» Sign up and watch CFL games on CFL+ in the U.S. and Internationally The 28-year-old totaled 107 tackles, 16 pass breakups and one interception in four years (39 games) with the Wisconsin Badgers. The native of Pembroke Pines, FL was also part of the New Orleans,…

The Braves announced some moves on the pitching staff today. They reinstated right-hander Tyler Kinley from the 15-day injured list and selected the contract of righty Ian Hamilton. In corresponding moves, they optioned righty JR Ritchie and designated righty Carlos Carrasco for assignment. Ritchie has been up-and-down for Atlanta this year. His last two starts didn’t go particularly well, as he allowed nine earned runs in ten innings. One of those starts was yesterday, with Ritchie allowing the Padres to score four times in five frames. Carrasco tossed an inning and two thirds of relief, throwing 30 pitches in the…

Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith is pushing back against those who continue to question the murder conviction of Karmelo Anthony, using his podcast to argue that supporters of the 19-year-old are fighting the wrong battle. On a recent episode of his “Straight Shooter” podcast titled “We’re Fighting the Wrong Battle!,” Mr. Smith maintained that the jury reached the correct conclusion. “When we sit up here and we think about the battles that need to be fought, we gotta be mindful of what’s worth fighting for and what’s not worth fighting for,” he said. Mr. Smith had previously stated on an…

Kelly Clarkson won viewers over as the first American Idol winner in 2002. After more than a decade of creating some of the biggest pop hits, she took on a new venture. The Kelly Clarkson Show debuted in 2019 to rave reviews. The show moved production from L.A. to NYC for Season 5 so the singer could have a fresh start with her kids after divorcing Brandon Blackstock. After her ex-husband’s death in the summer of 2025, Kelly Clarkson announced that she was ending her daytime talk show. She was recently replaced ahead of the show’s final episodes. Keep reading for more details…

REGINA — The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed American running back Star Thomas, the team announced on Wednesday. Thomas (six-foot, 210 pounds) joins the Roughriders after spending the 2025 season at the University of Tennessee. In 13 games with the Volunteers, he rushed for 596 yards and seven touchdowns — three of which were scored against East Tennessee State on Sept. 6. Over the course of the season, his average yards per carry (5.7) was fifth-best in the SEC. He also caught 11 passes for 116 yards and two majors. After the Volunteers’ season, he was selected to play in the…

While Amazon has discounts on tons of consumer tech, like smartphones, robot vacuums, and TVs, these aren’t the only products on sale for Prime Day. With how expensive video games are these days, Amazon’s Prime Day sale is a great time to nab some new titles, thanks to some heavy discounts. PlayStation seems to have more games on sale than Xbox and Nintendo, so we’ve split it up: PlayStation first, then Xbox and Nintendo games, followed by off-brand accessories. PlayStation Games Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered: now $29.99, was $60.78 LEGO Horizon Adventures: now $29.96, was $40 God of War Ragnarök:…

A member of the cultlike group known as Zizians has been charged with murder in the shooting of her parents at their Pennsylvania home on her 30th birthday, and a prosecutor said Wednesday that authorities don’t believe she was acting alone. Michelle Zajko, who has been jailed in Maryland on other charges since February 2025, has been charged with murder, burglary and conspiracy charges in the deaths of Rita and Richard Zajko, Delaware County District Attorney Tanner Rouse said at a news conference. The prosecutor said she did not act alone. Rouse said that Zajko is known to have been…

TORONTO — Week 4 brings together some of the CFL’s most intriguing early-season storylines. The Edmonton Elks and Saskatchewan Roughriders will put their undefeated records on the line, veteran quarterbacks look to gain an edge in important divisional matchups and several teams have an opportunity to build momentum before the calendar turns to July. Here are four storylines to watch this weekend. CAN THE ELKS STAY UNDEFEATED? Edmonton at Winnipeg | Thursday, June 25 | 8:30 p.m. ET | TSN/CFL+ The Edmonton Elks have been one of the biggest surprises of the young season. After finishing 2025 on the outside…