Social Security becomes Senate election flashpoint: 81% of voters prefer candidates who promise to prevent benefit cuts

At least two killed in South Cotabato school shooting, says rescuer

MANILA, Philippines—At least two people were killed in a school shooting in South Cotabato on Friday, a regional disaster agency worker told Agence France–Presse. This is the country’s third deadly campus incident since June. Local rescuers received a call about gunfire on the campus of Banga National High School in South Cotabato at about 1:30

Early voting begins in US midterms that could shift control of Congress

HENRICO, Va. — In-person voting for this year’s midterm elections began Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide which party they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues. Election administrators say they are prepared and confident the vote will be accurate and secure. Nevertheless, President Donald Trump has continued efforts to denigrate certain voting methods and reshape how elections are run, through court challenges, an expansive federal hunt for noncitizen voters and a pressure campaign to force election officials to share sensitive voter data. Friday marked the start of early voting in Virginia. Voters in a few other states, including Minnesota and South Dakota, can cast absentee ballots in person, typically at a local election office or voting center. More expansive early voting is scheduled to begin in those and other states in the coming weeks. At a voting location in Fairfax, Virginia, 18-year-old college student Sanya Singhal was among the first to vote early in person Friday morning,

California governor signs executive order to develop AI 'kill switch'

LOS ANGELES — California Governor Gavin Newsom announced Friday an executive order to explore the creation of a "kill switch" within advanced artificial intelligence programs, while accusing President Donald Trump of doing nothing on the issue. "I just issued an executive order to accelerate the implementation of safety checks and advance the creation of a 'kill switch' within frontier AI programs," the Democrat wrote on X.

Princess Diana's famous 'revenge dress' goes on show ahead of Sotheby's auction

LONDON — Revenge has rarely been so stylish. A striking black dress worn by the late Princess Diana on the day her estranged husband publicly admitted adultery is going up for auction at Sotheby’s, with a presale estimate of up to $300,000. First, the “revenge dress,” as it has become known, is going on an international tour, testament to the enduring global fascination with Diana almost 30 years after her death. The garment, which went on public display Friday at Sotheby’s in London, was worn by Diana on June 29, 1994, the broadcast date of an interview in which the then-Prince Charles acknowledged infidelity. Diana, who knew the revelation was coming, chose to wear the figure-hugging, off-the-shoulder silk dress by Greek designer Christina Stambolian for a gala at London’s Serpentine Gallery. Morgane Halimi, Sotheby’s global head of handbags and fashion, said Diana chose the “beautiful and powerful outfit” as a way to seize control of her own story. “She always used fashion as a way of expression, but this time (it) was a way to communicate her personal expression of

Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman

WASHINGTON — Influential U.S. billionaire investor Warren Buffett stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, the conglomerate announced Friday. The news brings to an end the revered investor's more than half a century of running the group, which he turned into a financial behemoth. Buffett's resignation is "effective immediately," although he will remain a member of the board of directors as chairman emeritus, Berkshire Hathaway said in a statement. Buffett's son Howard Buffett will take over as chairman, the statement added. The 96-year-old had announced plans last year to retire from leading the business group. Berkshire Hathaway, a former small textile company, has grown over the years into a gigantic conglomerate under Buffett's leadership, and is now worth over $1 trillion on Wall Street -- a first for an American group outside the tech sector. Today, his conglomerate owns dozens of businesses, from Duracell batteries to U.S. insurer Geico, and shares in carefully selected companies, from Coca-Cola to Bank of America. "Father Time always wins. He has, however, been generous with

Social Security is critical issue for voters in key US Senate races: What survey says

The survey covered 2,500 registered voters across five states — Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio and Texas — where Senate races are being closely watched.

Sweden's centre-left leader Andersson tasked with forming government after election

Sweden's parliament speaker on Friday tasked opposition leader Magdalena Andersson with forming a government after an election gave the left-wing bloc a narrow majority, setting the stage for difficult coalition talks. Andersson, a former prime minister, must bridge deep differences between four parties, with the centre party ruling out a government that includes the left in cabinet.

Zelenskyy's Ex-Press Secretary's Bombshell Claim: 'That Scum Is A Threat To Ukraine'

Mendel, who served as Zelenskyy's press secretary from June 2019 to July 2021, made the remarks in a recent interview.

What’s your balance age? Why this underrated health test is so important to longevity

There are plenty of flashy ways of showing off about your health. We’re somewhat expected, in the age of tracking apps and smartwatches, to always be reaching new, impressive heights. Any new personal best quickly becomes the next challenge to beat. If you’re on Strava, you’ll be able to see exactly how much faster and stronger everyone else is. And why even bother with yoga if you can’t effortlessly turn yourself into a pretzel?

EA Sports FC 27 review: Not The Grounds-breaking but still fun

EA Sports FC 27 has a new mode and some gameplay tweaks, which I’ve put to the test

RFK Jr shredded for telling anti-vaxxers he is investigating ‘chemtrails’

Health secretary’s announcement met with storm of ridicule and derision: ‘What about Bigfoot, the Loch Ness monster, the Easter Bunny, and the Abominable Snowman?’

Why Russia and Ukraine both want Trump’s peace envoy gone