Congress has struggled to pass major legislation this year, putting off debates on spending, defense, cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence. But in its final weeks in session as the midterm elections approach, the Senate can agree on one thing — addressing college sports. The Senate voted twice this week to move forward on legislation to overhaul the rules and financing around the nation’s college sports. It's an effort to put guardrails around skyrocketing spending, prevent constant legal battles and restore order to what the bill’s supporters say is chaos in athletic programs. More than 70 senators are already backing the bill, and final votes could come as soon as next week.
This Justice Department court filing in the case against Hamza Doost and Kunal Mehta, that includes a photo of Malone Lam, is photographed Friday, Sept. 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Jon Elswick)
This Justice Department court filing in the case against Hamza Doost and Kunal Mehta, that includes a photo of Malone Lam, is photographed Friday, Sept. 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Jon Elswick)
This Justice Department court filing in the case against Hamza Doost and Kunal Mehta, that includes a photo of Malone Lam, is photographed Friday, Sept. 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Jon Elswick)
Florida has a multiyear sponsorship contract with Ripple that will generate $5 million annually by placing field logos in the Swamp. A person with knowledge of the deal shared financial terms with The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because neither side disclosed details. Ripple is a provider of blockchain solutions across traditional and digital finance. The deal will place XRP logos on Florida Field beginning with Saturday’s game against Florida Atlantic.
Virtually every American has been targeted by scammers in some way, exclusive new polling data shows. Scams in the U.S. have surged to a record high, causing billions in losses for Americans. But the U.S. still lags behind some other countries in tackling the problem, holding financial and social media companies responsible and regulating the cryptocurrency scammers rely on, an investigation by The Associated Press and FRONTLINE found. And although both the Trump administration and Congress are pursuing new options, victims still have little recourse.
Virtually every American has been targeted by scammers in some way, exclusive new polling data shows. Scams in the U.S. have surged to a record high, causing billions in losses for Americans. But the U.S. still lags behind some other countries in tackling the problem, holding financial and social media companies responsible and regulating the cryptocurrency scammers rely on, an investigation by The Associated Press and FRONTLINE found. And although both the Trump administration and Congress are pursuing new options, victims still have little recourse.
Chris Colocousis looks at a cryptocurrency deposit he made as part of a scam where $405,000 was stolen from his retirement savings, Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his home in Raynham, Mass. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
All the excitement surrounding the 250th anniversary of America’s independence is now in the past. It was the Revolutionary War, of course, wh…
Donald Trump has turned the White House into a cash register draped in the American flag. The White House has become a cash cow with the Trump brand on it. But he hasn’t done it alone. His corruption requires the total acquiescence of the Republican Party. Trump is operating the cash register, but the Republican Party is right there, hearing no evil, seeing no evil.
