Speaker Johnson warns WH of ‘unintended consequences’ of sanctions relief on Russia: ‘Putin cannot be trusted’

WASHINGTON — House Speaker Mike Johnson revealed that he privately pushed the White House to contemplate the consequences of giving Russia sanctions relief as its bloody war in Ukraine unfolds. Last week, President Trump halted the implementation of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, which came on the heels of him easing certain sanctions on Russian diesel. “We understand that Putin cannot be trusted. He demonstrates that over and over and over,” Johnson (R-La.) told Fox News’ “Sunday Morning Futures.” “I told the White House team that we need to talk about it, and I think carefully consider…

Unexpected truth about diet soda vs. water revealed in new study

Maybe that Diet Coke isn’t so toxic after all. Diet soda has long promised a hit of sweetness without the sugar overload that can fuel weight gain. But sobering research has linked artificial sweeteners to a higher risk of heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular disease. Now, a landmark new study…

Why The Rock’s protein-heavy post-workout smoothie may not be right for everyone

Actor and former professional wrestler Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson recently shared his post-workout smoothie recipe on social media, and it contains a hefty portion of protein powder, as well as an unexpected ingredient. The smoothie contains 70 grams of protein powder, according to Johnson’s Oct. 5 Instagram post. However, it…

World’s fastest AI-powered racing drone outflies the best human pilots

A drone powered by artificial intelligence (AI) has completed a championship race course faster than some of the world’s best human drone pilots.In a study published Oct. 14 in the journal Science Robotics, scientists created an AI system capable of pushing a quadcopter through a demanding course at over 60…

Why does lithium work against bipolar disorder?

In modern times we tend to think of lithium as powering smartphones and cars, yet its historical fame comes from its role as a mood stabilizer.Lithium was first used as a treatment for bipolar disorder in 1949. Yet despite decades of research and drug development, this simple medication remains the…

Rutgers records emphatic first win of 2026 season over Howard

Antwan Raymond ran for 140 yards and three touchdowns to lead Rutgers to a 58-7 victory over Howard on Friday night in Piscataway, N.J. The Scarlet Knights (1-3) scored on 10 of their 12 possessions, totaling 534 yards. Dylan Lonergan had a breakout game for Rutgers, passing for 214 yards…

Roki Sasaki, Tanner Scott look like Dodgers’ playoff bullpen anchors

SAN FRANCISCO – The sequence was promising on paper. In practice on Friday night, it was spectacular. Roki Sasaki in the eighth inning. Tanner Scott in the ninth. Manager Dave Roberts emphasized they wouldn’t necessarily be deployed in that order come the playoffs, but their performances in the Dodgers’ 2-0…

White House plays ‘Les Miserables’ hit censored by China at Trump-Xi dinner

WASHINGTON — A military chorus entertained President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping with a medley from “Les Misérables” during Thursday night’s White House state dinner — despite one of the selections being restricted in China for encouraging dissent. As Trump and the Chinese “president for life” dined with assorted…

Tarik Skubal fuels Dodgers’ playoff hopes with domination of Giants

SAN FRANCISCO –– In his final tune-up of the regular season, Tarik Skubal looked like a well-oiled machine. After looking good, but not often great, in his first couple months with the Dodgers, the team’s marquee trade deadline acquisition tapped back into his two-time Cy Young-winning form on Friday night,…

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