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Google could soon say goodbye to current Gemini voices (APK teardown)
Like Gemini's current selection of voices? There's bad news as an Android Authority teardown has revealed that they'll be discontinued.
One critical question the 2026 election has already answered
Whether Democrats triumph in November’s elections or Republicans benefit from another improbable Trumpian comeback, they’ll be remembered for a new narrowing of a critical aspect of American democracy.
Denver Health ended up on a list of at-risk hospitals — but it's not as bad off as you might think
Denver Health’s CEO says any talk of service reduction is “premature,” after a new report lists it among Colorado hospitals most at risk.
Political violence raises security questions ahead of NH primaries
With primary elections just months away in New Hampshire, questions are emerging about whether changes will be made to how voters interact with candidates.
Three UT Southwestern faculty members elected to National Academy of Sciences
The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) today elected three UT Southwestern Medical Center scientists into its membership. Election to the NAS is one of the highest honors in the United States for American scientists.
Voters head to polls for special election in Manhattan District 3
The district is home to several historical sites in the gay rights movement, including the Stonewall Inn.
Virginia Supreme Court considers GOP challenge to voter-approved redistricting plan favoring Democrats
Virginia's Supreme Court is considering whether a voter-approved redistricting amendment complied with the state's constitutional requirements.
Scientists Discover 479 Gene Variants Shaped By Natural Selection In The Last 10,000 Years
Natural selection in an unnatural world.
The Political Education of Peter Obi | Council on Foreign Relations
The former two-time governor may have drawn the right lessons from the 2023 election, but it is not entirely clear that he controls his destiny.
Providence Mayor Smiley to launch reelection campaign, facing challenger with momentum
No incumbent mayor has ever lost a primary in Providence, but state Representative David Morales has run a more visible campaign to date.
Election 2026: The current politicians standing down
Several high-profile politicians will stand down from the States, some with decades-long careers.
Column: After Swalwell scandal, a 'safe choice' for Democrats emerges
Xavier Becerra's appeal as a steady, non-flashy candidate for governor may be his biggest advantage after former Rep. Eric Swalwell was forced to drop out amid scandal.
Sound Smart: 5 Observations from the 2026 NFL Draft
Key insights in the wake of the 2026 NFL Draft, including a behind the scenes look at Ty Simpson's selection, the surprise pick of the year.
Hear from the candidates running for Iowa's open US Senate seat
Two Republicans and two Democrats are competing in Iowa's June 2 primary election for the U.S. Senate. Meet the candidates.
Virginia Supreme Court considers whether to block voter-approved US House map favoring Democrats
The Virginia Supreme Court is considering whether to block new U.S. House districts narrowly approved by voters | KMBZ
Bennett, Lapid, and the bromance that could decide Israel's next election
On paper, Bennett and Lapid had no business being allied. However, the personal trust between them is the central campaign promise.
Politics Now: April 25, 2026
This week on Politics Now: Republican Secretary of State candidate Shirley Folkins-Roberts talks about her plans for elections, and streamlining business licensing. We break down fundraising in key…
Benjamin Netanyahu’s biggest rivals merge Israeli political parties
Former prime ministers Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid combine forces ahead of this year’s election
Two former Israeli prime ministers join forces against Netanyahu
Two Israeli political heavyweights say they plan to join forces in upcoming elections in a united effort by their parties to unseat Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Relative Athletic Scores for Colts 8 2026 NFL draft picks
Here are the Relative Athletic Scores for the Colts' 8 selections in the 2026 NFL draft.
Voters contend with ‘grotesque’ leaflets and ‘dodgy’ data in English elections
Exclusive: Investigation into campaigning materials for local polls in May challenges tactical voting claims
How to update your political party affiliation ahead of Oregon primary
April 28 is the deadline to update your party affiliation in Oregon ahead of the May 19 primary.
Letters on senior park sale, politics, and primary elections
Writers address fear of displacement, politics and endorsements in this week's letters.
This Rich Hawaiʻi Super PAC Is Already Shaping A Key Statewide Election
Pacific Resource Partnership has become a major player in the state’s most important political races.
As prediction markets explode in popularity, the regulator that polices them has been shrinking
While prediction markets are booming – allowing anyone to bet on nearly everything from sports to elections to who’s going to win season 50 of “Survivor” – the little-known federal agency that regulates the industry has shrunk to its smallest size in 15 years.
Should Flutter’s Shift to U.S.-Style Governance and Blank-Check Preferred Shares Require Action From Flutter Entertainment (FLUT) Investors?
At its 2026 Annual General Meeting on May 29, held in the past relative to today, Flutter Entertainment plc approved amendments to its Memorandum and Articles of Association to align governance with common U.S. public company practices, including plurality voting in contested director elections, flexible board size, and the ability to issue blank-check preferred shares. An important implication is Flutter’s move to formalize its status as a U.S. domestic issuer under the Securities Exchange...
Patriots prioritize depth, competition to close out NFL Draft
The Patriots made six selections on the final day of the draft.
2026 NFL Draft grades, tracker: Rams earn high mark with selection of Ty Simpson
Mike Renner grades the first 32 picks of the 2026 NFL Draft.
2026 NFL Draft grades, tracker: Live Round 7 analysis for every selection made in order
Josh Edwards grades the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Patriots trade 191st pick to Jaguars for pair of selections
New England moved down in the sixth round of the draft.
2026 NFL Draft grades, tracker: Live Round 6 analysis for every selection made in order
Josh Edwards grades the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
In California, a Voter ID Proposal Is Set to Appear on the Ballot in November
A Republican-backed initiative has cleared the signature threshold for the election. Critics say the proposal could make it harder for people to vote.
Denver Broncos select PLAYER with their 170th overall selection
With their 152nd overall selection in the 5th round of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos select NC State TE Justin Joly The Athletic’s Dane Brugler had Justin Joly as his TE5 in this draft and had a 3rd/4th round grade on him. Now, the Broncos trade up to get him in the 5th […]
Why the Broncos drafted OL Kage Casey
With their 111th overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos selected Boise State offensive linemen Kage Casey. He is a 6-5, 310-pound offensive lineman who played tackle in college, but was announced as a guard and is expected to provide depth at the interior of the Broncos’ offensive line. He will join […]
2026 NFL Draft grades, tracker: Live Round 5 analysis for every selection made in order
Josh Edwards grades the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
2026 NFL Draft grades, tracker: Live Round 4 analysis for every selection made in order
Josh Edwards grades the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Experienced candidates face political newcomers in primaries for Ohio secretary of state
COLUMBUS — The Democratic and Republican primary elections for Ohio secretary of state both pit candidates with experience in elected office against ...
2026 NFL Draft Day 3 live picks tracker with grades: Every selection in Rounds 4-7
Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft is here. USA TODAY Sports will be tracking all 157 remaining selections and providing grades for the most notable picks.
Trump's disdain for wind projects creates a political storm for Republicans in coastal Virginia
President Donald Trump’s attempts to cancel offshore wind projects have drawn opposition not only from environmentalists but also from Republicans. One of them is Jen Kiggans, a congresswoman who represents a coastal district in Virginia where an $11.5 billion wind farm is expected to create 1,000 jobs. Her support for a project targeted by Trump shows the scrambled politics of clean energy in an election year where Republicans are at risk of losing the House. Kiggans could be even more at risk after Virginia voters approved on Tuesday a new congressional map that makes her competitive district more Democratic than before.
Who are the candidates running for Oregon House District 18?
Rep. Rick Lewis, R-Silverton, is retiring. Five Republicans filed for the seat. Here's what to know about the candidates.
The applicability of Hungary’s election to our politics
American conservatives, largely synonymous these days with MAGA save for a few lonely voices of courage and dissent, have plenty to lament. Their domination of the political landscape is waning. Various special elections hither and yon have presented bright, flashing caution signs. A very difficult, perhaps devastating, off-year election beckons. Major fractures have surfaced within […]
Sean McVay downplays 'grumpy' demeanor after Rams' selection of Ty Simpson, embraces GM Les Snead
Michigan group pushes to get big money out of politics
A new push to limit corporate money in Michigan politics appears to be gaining traction.There is strong bipartisan support for restricting political contributions from regulated monopolies and companies seeking government contracts, according to a survey commissioned by supporters of the proposal. S...
2026 NFL Draft grades, tracker: Live Round 3 analysis for every selection made in order
Mike Renner grades the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Florida Dem filed for reelection days before resignation as House Ethics Committee ramped up pressure
Former Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick is still registered to run for reelection despite resigning amid federal charges and ethics committee findings.
Voter ID initiative qualifies for California's November election
California makes it easy to vote, with mail-in ballots and registration at the DMV. An upcoming ballot measure would add new voter ID requirements compelling people to prove their citizenship before they cast a ballot.
2026 NFL Draft grades, tracker: Live Round 2 analysis for every selection made in order
Mike Renner grades Round 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft
U.S. Democrats look to rein in Trump's war powers, this time on Cuba
The U.S. Senate will vote as soon as next week on a Democratic-led effort to prevent Trump from launching an attack on Cuba.
NFL draft picks tracker: Analysis for every 2026 second- and third-round selection
The 2026 NFL draft is fully underway. The Round 2 and 3 tracker offers instant analysis on all 68 picks made Friday night in Pittsburgh.
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. absent from Congress for weeks over a 'personal health matter'
The vulnerable Republican incumbent is facing re-election in a district rated a "toss-up" by the Cook Political Report.
Democrat Josh Shapiro tests political muscle in swing-state Pennsylvania’s midterms
He’s trying to persuade voters to give him Democratic control of the state legislature.
Republicans running for Ohio's election chief want to dump drop boxes
Republican candidates for Ohio Secretary of State want to ditch election drop boxes, an option that came under fire from now-President Donald Trump following his 2020 defeat.
California election officials face false choice: count votes quickly or count them right
California is famous for its slow ballot counting. That’s because of the state’s security fixtures and efforts to ensure every vote is counted. Experts don’t agree on a fix.
How Pittsburgh — host of this year's NFL draft — became a sports mecca
The Pennsylvania city is hosting the draft for the first time in almost 80 years. Pittsburghers say the city's passionate fanbases and winning teams make the selection a natural fit.
Trump endorsement just part of the political drama in this Indiana Senate primary
Drama surrounds the May 5 Republican primary where Sen. Greg Goode of Terre Haute is trying to prevail despite defying Trump last year
France's Macron says he will leave politics after 2027 election
French President Emmanuel Macron says he will not remain in politics after leaving the Élysée Palace in 2027, once his maximum two terms are over.
Josh Shapiro tests his clout in trying to flip US House seats in Pennsylvania
If Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has his way, the Democratic path to winning back the US House will run through his state.
2026 NFL Draft: American Conference prospects to watch
Eli Heidenreich, Landon Robinson, and Travis Burke are among the most likely American draft selections in 2026.
Grading Commanders' selection of Sonny Styles in 2026 NFL Draft
Here's how we graded the Commanders' selection of Sonny Styles in the 2026 NFL Draft.
UN expert criticizes Libya political division, national election delays
Head of the UN Support Mission in Libya (SMIL), Hanna Tetteh, on Wednesday briefed the Security Council on how Libya's political leaders have delayed implementation of the political roadmap intended t...
Seahawks fans behind Jadarian Price selection at No. 32 overall
Seahawks fans reacted positively in large part to Jadarian Price being selected by Seattle with the No. 32 overall pick in the NFL draft.
Democrat Josh Shapiro tests political muscle in swing-state Pennsylvania's midterms
Josh Shapiro may be heavily favored to win reelection as Pennsylvania governor, but that doesn't mean there isn't a lot on the line for him this year.
Knicks lose, Mets blow 4-run lead and Jets make much-criticized NFL Draft selection in wild 4 minutes for New York sports
Kalshi fines and suspends 3 congressional candidates for betting on their own elections
Three congressional candidates wagered on the outcome of their own elections on Kalshi, according to the prediction market, which said Wednesday that it fined and suspended the men from their platform for five years.
Dallas Cowboys NFL Draft tracker: Picks, grades, analysis for every selection
Track every Cowboys pick in the 2026 NFL Draft with live grades, analysis and updates
NFL draft picks tracker: Analysis for every 2026 first-round selection
The 2026 NFL draft is finally here. The first-round tracker offers instant analysis on all 32 picks made Thursday night in Pittsburgh.
2026 NFL Draft: Meet Arvell Reese, the Edge Rusher the Giants Took at No. 5
FOX Sports analysts give their thoughts on the draft selection of Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese.
Michigan auto stakeholders sound alarm ahead of governor election
MichAuto is holding roundtables across the state to develop an automobility policy roadmap expected to be released ahead of the November election.
Influential Black Political Caucus member criticizes Charlotte City Council over I-77 toll lanes
Raki McGregor, who chairs the BPC's transportation committee, said how council members act on I-77 could influence endorsements in the 2027 elections.
California's woes at the center of debate among leading candidates for governor
It's the first time in a generation that California has a wide-open contest for the heavily Democratic state's highest office, with more than 50 names on the ballot.
Derrick Van Orden says he's not following his reelection campaign
Third District Congressman Derrick Van Orden told reporters this week he isn't paying attention to his campaign and doesn't know if he'll be reelected.
Michigan congressman Tom Barrett in the crosshairs of gas price politics
The surge in fuel prices has Republicans like Tom Barrett who campaigned against high fuel costs on the defensive heading into November's election.
Maggie Gyllenhaal to lead Venice Film Festival jury
Maggie Gyllenhaal is set to lead the main competition jury for the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. Festival organizers announced the selection Thursday. Gyllenhaal, who directed “The Bride!” and “The
College football's active coaches who have produced the most all-time NFL Draft selections
When it comes to developing next-level talent, these coaches are college football's best
Kalshi fines 3 congressional candidates for wagering on their own elections
It is the latest high-profile case of alleged insider trading on prediction markets, including Kalshi and Polymarket.
Neal Milner: We Are All Victims Of The Sylvia Luke Mess
Her decision not to run for reelection doesn’t address the bigger problem — how inept the state is when it comes to corruption investigations.
Scott’s rivals take a break from politics after the longtime congressman’s death upends the election
A crowded field of opponents who called for new leadership in the 13th Congressional District offered their condolences to David Scott's family.
Scottish Parliament election 2026: Politicians campaign for votes across the country ahead of the election on 7 May
Politicians are campaigning for votes across the country ahead of the election on 7 May
Mapped: the elections that could deliver ‘unprecedented’ losses for Labour
All signs point to a record low performance for Labour in May in what will be a moment of high jeopardy for Keir Starmer
U.S. Settles Carter Page Wiretap Lawsuit for $1.25 Million
F.B.I. applications to surveil Mr. Page, a 2016 Trump campaign adviser, during the investigation into Russia’s interference in the election had myriad errors and omissions, an inspector general found.
Trump Media replaces Nunes as Truth Social CEO after stock plunge that wiped out billions
The Trump business behind Truth Social is replacing a former congressman and big supporter of the U.S. president as the leader of the social media platform after a stock collapse that wiped out billions in investor wealth.
Trump brings his nonsense about mail-in ballots to Republicans’ Virginia defeat
President Donald Trump has lied for years that elections Republicans lost fair and square were “rigged” by mail-in ballots. On Wednesday, he brought his familiar playbook to the aftermath of the Virginia redistricting referendum Republicans lost on Tuesday.
Concerns over congressman’s health during lengthy absence
Calls and text messages to a missing New Jersey congressman have gone unanswered
Kalshi fines, suspends political candidates for trading on own races
The cases were flagged by Kalshi’s new safeguards to block political candidates from trading on their own elections.
Kalshi suspends 3 U.S. congressional candidates for ‘political insider trading’
WASHINGTON >> Prediction markets platform Kalshi said today it has suspended three U.S. congressional candidates for “political insider trading,” building on its efforts to block politicians and athletes from betting on contests in which they are involved.
Kalshi suspends 3 political candidates for trading on their elections
Kalshi said it had issued fines and given a five-year suspension to 3 political candidates who made trades related to their own elections.
Kalshi fines, suspends politicians for trading on own elections
The fines ranged from $539 to more than $6,200, and the suspensions are set to last five years.
Maine’s transgender sports referendum is on the verge of dropping off the ballot
The referendum has enough signatures to qualify for the November ballot, but the margin is tight with more challenges pending.
Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking 13th term in Congress, dies at 80
Scott, the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, was once a leading voice for his party on issues related to farm aid policy and food aid for consumers.
Trump political director on midterm outlook: ‘It’s way too soon to declare defeat’
President Trump’s political director James Blair expressed his confidence on Wednesday for GOP midterm election victories, despite falling economic approval ratings and a recent loss on a redistric…
Georgia Rep. David Scott dies at 80
Scott, the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, was first elected to Congress in 2002 and was running for re-election.
Michigan congressman in the crosshairs of gas price politics
In 2023, Tom Barrett used $4-a-gallon gas to win a mid-Michigan seat in Congress. Now he's playing defense amid high gas prices under GOP leadership.
A state-by-state look at the narrowing redistricting battle for the U.S. House
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a constitutional amendment authorizing a Democratic redistricting plan that could help the party win several additional House seats in this year’s elections. Next up could be Florida.
Today in Boston Celtics history: Swain, Smith drafted; Coles born
Today in Boston Celtics history, the team made a pair of selections that made the roster in the 1958 NBA Draft.
Scottish Parliament election: Campaigning continues across the country
Voters will go the polls on 7 May to elect 129 members of the Scottish Parliament.
Washington's County's most improved high school spring sports athletes
Washington County's high school varsity spring sports head coaches were asked who their most improved athlete is. Here are their selections.
‘The GOP should’ve done more’: Virginia Republicans point fingers after gerrymandering loss
They are frustrated the party didn’t spend extensively and are putting pressure on Florida to give them back an edge.
Senate hearings with RFK Jr. put Cassidy’s competing loyalties to Trump and science on display
Sen. Bill Cassidy faces a tough situation as he prepares to question Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in two Senate hearings | WWL