Trump signs executive order mid-rally allowing drivers to use ‘tax-free red-dye diesel’ to lower fuel costs

President Trump signed an executive order Monday waiving restrictions on the use of tax-exempt red-dye diesel, which he said will ease the pain at the pump for truckers and lower the cost of groceries nationwide.  The president described the order — which he inked midway through a raucous midterm election rally in Grand Island, Nebraska — as an “unprecedented step to bring down costs,” and he predicted it would help Republicans in the critical November contests.  “For many years, farm vehicles, construction equipment and other off-road vehicles have used what is known as red-dye diesel … which is exactly the…

Glamorous jet-set life of USC-educated Chinese spy suspect snared at LAX

A California realtor arrested for allegedly spying for the Chinese government appeared to have lived a jet-setting lifestyle before federal authorities detained her. Wanying Zhang, 34, also known as “Heather,” documented trips to Paris and outings with friends across the West Coast on her social media pages. Zhang also appears…

McDonald’s hit with lawsuit alleging AI-powered menu price-fixing

McDonald’s has been sued in federal court in Chicago in a proposed nationwide class action alleging the fast-food company illegally coordinates menu prices across its franchises and company-owned restaurants through an AI-powered pricing system. The lawsuit, filed on Friday, said McDonald’s violated US antitrust law by conspiring with independent franchisees…

Seahawks signing Joe Mixon after mysterious year-long injury absence

Joe Mixon is back in the NFL. The veteran running back, who hasn’t played in the league since January 2025, is signing with the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo.  Mixon met with Seattle on Monday and will initially be signed to the team’s practice…

Truth about Xavier Becerra’s Mexican background is finally revealed

Democratic governor candidate Xavier Becerra is clearing the air about claims he’s lied about his immigration story. Becerra, who often touts his Mexican American family’s immigrant background on the campaign trail, caught heat from conservative critics in recent days for labeling his late father Manuel Guerrero Becerra an “immigrant” —…

Chaney Johnson impressing Nets with hustle and athleticism

LAS VEGAS — Chaney Johnson might be undersized, underrated and an underdog. But he won’t be outworked. The second-year Net — who hustled his way from undrafted rookie last season to a two-way contract — is making an impression in Summer League with his hustle and athleticism. “I knew Chaney…

Was Einstein wrong about anything?

Albert Einstein gave us the theory of relativity, explained the photoelectric effect and predicted the existence of gravitational waves. He revolutionized our understanding of space, time and gravity.In fact, he is so famous for his brilliance that “Einstein” is synonymous with “genius.” But being a genius doesn’t mean you’re infallible.…

Nets  looking for Keon Ellis to bring strong 3-and-D profile

LAS VEGAS — For Keon Ellis, it was about wanting to be where he’s wanted. Getting to join a Nets team in desperate need of his defense, and reunite with coach Jordi Fernández, was the perfect free agent situation. “From what I heard, he was pulling for me really hard,”…

The UFC legend of Conor McGregor is officially dead

The Conor McGregor you knew is dead, and he isn’t coming back. Sure, he lives on to enjoy his multimillions, his wife and four children, his newly embraced faith and his business ventures. But world-class fighter Conor McGregor? He’s 6 feet under the Octagon canvas. Max Holloway didn’t bury him,…

Conor McGregor surprises with new haircut before UFC disaster

LAS VEGAS — The return of the Mac also meant the return of the mohawk. The Notorious MMA fighter, less than 24 hours ago, had a full head of hair and a beard during his weigh-ins and press appearances ahead of his UFC 329 main-event spot against Max Holloway in…

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