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'Dangerous new phase' of Iran war on horizon as Pentagon plans hit Trump's desk: report

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world12h ago

'Dangerous new phase' of Iran war on horizon as Pentagon plans hit Trump's desk: report

Rawstory.com and 5 more

The White House has revealed plans for ground operations in Iran as thousands of US troops are positioned in the region.
Special Operations forces may work with conventional infantry on the ground, though exact authorization details are still being decided.
Kharg Island is Iran’s main oil export hub, a strategic pressure point that helps finance its economy amid rising regional tensions.

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Nick Cannon Calls the Democratic Party the 'Party of the KKK'

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politics16h ago

Nick Cannon Calls the Democratic Party the 'Party of the KKK'

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Nick Cannon calls Democrats the 'Party of the KKK' on his Big Drive show, highlighting a provocative critique of party histories.
Cannon contrasts Republican history, noting that Republicans freed the slaves, framing a partisan realignment around emancipation leadership.
He rejects strict party loyalty, invoking W. E. B. Du Bois to suggest a single, overlapping political arena with two names.
Cannon signals favorable views toward Trump, indicating a nuanced stance rather than fixed party allegiance.
The discussion revisits Reconstruction-era ties to the Klan and the broader evolution of party identities.
Coverage situates Cannon’s remarks within a larger media narrative about party history and realignment.
Amber Rose’s comments during the exchange prompt Cannon to recount perceived Democratic and Republican contrasts.
The Us Weekly article documents Cannon’s willingness to embrace disputed narratives while expressing partisan ambiguity.
Cannon refers to Lincoln’s Republican abolitionist legacy to contrast with modern party shifts and realignment.

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Iran wary of diplomacy with US amid claims of planned ground offensive

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world2h ago

Iran wary of diplomacy with US amid claims of planned ground offensive

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Iran says it is ready to confront potential U.S. ground troops as reports of planned ground operations surface.
Iranian Parliament Speaker says the enemy publicizes talks while planning a ground attack, according to IRNA and Tasnim.
The Pentagon is reportedly drafting plans for weeks of ground operations in Iran, per The Washington Post.
The USS Tripoli arrived in the Middle East as part of a troop presence described by U.S. Central Command.
Regional diplomacy intensified as Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt hosted talks in Islamabad to end the war.
Iran and allied groups have pressed forward with strikes and launched missiles amid broader regional fighting.
Analysts warn that the conflict could threaten global oil and gas supplies and disrupt shipping routes.
Iranian officials criticized U.S. demands and actions as inconsistent with diplomacy.
Islamabad hosted discussions on bridging gaps between the U.S. and Iran to halt hostilities quickly.

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'It really is hard to find any fault with the MacBook Air 13-inch (M4)' — and this powerful laptop is back to its record-low price

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technology2h ago

'It really is hard to find any fault with the MacBook Air 13-inch (M4)' — and this powerful laptop is back to its record-low price

Techradar.com

The Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M4) with 512GB SSD is now $949 at Amazon during the Big Spring Sale.
The M4 variant offers 512GB storage and 16GB RAM, delivering long battery life in a slim 13-inch chassis.
TechRadar notes the M4 remains a strong buy despite the M5, citing performance and affordability as key factors.
Color options and higher-memory configurations affect price, with other SKUs listed at $999 or $1,199.
The article compares the M4 to the newer M5, guiding readers on when to choose each model.
TechRadar provides a broader context with other deals and recommendations in the Apple laptop category.
The deal is framed as part of Amazon’s Spring Sale, highlighting price competitiveness against newer models.
TechRadar emphasizes the M4’s battery life and design as enduring strengths for users on a budget.
The article presents a user-focused take by noting the M4 remains a viable option if the M5 isn’t essential.

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Developers warn flood of vibe-coded apps could slow Apple approvals

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technology2h ago

Developers warn flood of vibe-coded apps could slow Apple approvals

Businessinsider.com

Apple is experiencing higher submission volumes as vibe-coded and AI-assisted apps flood the App Store.
Apple maintains that 90% of submissions are reviewed within 48 hours, even amid growth.
Developers claim the surge has led to longer wait times for app approvals.
Forrester analyst Dipanjan Chatterjee suggests Apple may shift to scale-based curation rather than gatekeeping.
The broader context ties AI-driven app creation to career opportunities in vibe coding platforms.
Developer frustration surfaces amid rapid AI-enabled app releases and uncertain review outcomes.
Apple reported processed submissions exceed 200,000 per week in the past quarter.
The debate centers on balancing innovation with consumer protection in a rapid development era.
Industry observers warn about potential longer-term effects on app quality and shopper trust.

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GM says AI helps visualize a car before it exists — and speed up how it gets built

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technology2h ago

GM says AI helps visualize a car before it exists — and speed up how it gets built

Businessinsider.com

GM says AI accelerates moving from sketch to concept video, shortening timelines dramatically.
AI powers a virtual wind tunnel to estimate drag in near real time during design.
GM uses AI to generate 360-degree car models from multiple hand-drawn sketches.
GM emphasizes AI as a collaborative tool, not a replacement for designers.
The company is reducing the time between concept and production with AI-enabled workflows.
GM's design team sees AI as speeding ideas from concept toward production.
The AI tools were developed through a partnership with Discom to turn sketches into the 360-degree model.
GM reports AI can adjust aerodynamics, like windshield angle, with updated drag estimates in minutes.
GM says AI is expanding beyond manufacturing to influence the creative design process.

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Once a foe, Lindsey Graham is now Trump’s biggest Iran war booster: ‘The most pro-war Republican out there’

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politics2h ago

Once a foe, Lindsey Graham is now Trump’s biggest Iran war booster: ‘The most pro-war Republican out there’

Theguardian.com

Graham has become one of Trump’s strongest supporters in advocating for expanding the war with Iran.
The article notes Graham’s past opposition to Trump but shows him now aligned on Iran policy.
Graham argues that removing Iran could be ‘Berlin Wall’ moment for Trump’s presidency.
The piece cites Graham’s push to seize Kharg Island as part of his war posture.
Critics warn Graham’s rhetoric risks escalating conflict and drawing more U.S. troops into combat.
Support from some establishment figures frames Graham’s stance as a stabilizing force in GOP foreign policy.
Graham’s public trajectory includes navigating a 2016 clash with Trump to become a trusted interlocutor in Washington.
The Guardian’s profile situates Graham’s Iran focus alongside Trump’s broader ‘America First’ stance.
The article notes a pivotal moment after John McCain’s death affecting Graham’s political north star.

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Putting the ‘lord’ in ‘landlord’: US churches step up to build housing amid shortage

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world2h ago

Putting the ‘lord’ in ‘landlord’: US churches step up to build housing amid shortage

Theguardian.com

New housing projects on church land are accelerating across the United States to combat a housing shortage exceeding 4 million homes.
The movement, dubbed YIGBY, repurposes church land to build affordable housing and supports community needs.
Little Rock AME Zion Church in Charlotte opened Varick on 7th with 105 units, half affordable.
Church land is valuable for housing because churches often own land they can build upon, reducing costs.
Community trust and existing neighborhood relationships help accelerate project approvals.
Zoning and financing hurdles remain, complicating the build-out of YIGBY projects.
Legislation in states like California and measures in Congress back YIGBY efforts with potential grants.
Gotham Organization partners with the Christian Cultural Center on a major development in East New York.
The movement aims to provide a livable, walkable community while preventing displacement.
Local leaders show continued interest, with dozens of churches visiting housing projects to learn how to start similar efforts.

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Oil on track for record monthly surge as Iran war disrupts markets

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business2h ago

Oil on track for record monthly surge as Iran war disrupts markets

Theguardian.com

Brent crude surged about 51% in March, on track for the biggest monthly gain on record.
Oil traded as high as $119.50 a barrel in March amid Hormuz-related disruptions.
US crude rose while global supply was trimmed by the Middle East conflict.
Gold fell for the fifth-largest monthly decline in 50 years as a safe-haven hedge faltered.
Stock indices, including Wall Street, fell as investors assessed ongoing supply risks.
British equities also slumped, with the FTSE 100 ending the month below 10,000 points.
European governments faced tighter fiscal conditions as demand adjusted to higher borrowing costs.
Analysts noted supply risks remained the dominant driver for market pricing.
Oil remained the top-performing asset in a volatile month for markets.
Turkish central bank sold bullion, weighing on gold reserves.

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Trump is contemplating the sheer folly of boots on the ground in Iran. How did it come to this? | Simon Tisdall

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politics2h ago

Trump is contemplating the sheer folly of boots on the ground in Iran. How did it come to this? | Simon Tisdall

Theguardian.com

Trump is portrayed as seriously considering US ground troops in Iran, risking a new Middle East war.
The piece argues any ground attack could provoke escalation and high casualties despite short-term aims.
Iran could respond with an asymmetric war, while allied regional powers show hesitation about backing a broader confrontation.
The author notes Trump’s political vulnerability and reliance on others, including Netanyahu and Arab allies.
The piece calls for unconditional negotiations as the sane path forward to avoid a catastrophe.
The Guardian criticizes Netanyahu for not preventing further bombing and for not bailing Trump out.
The article describes US and Iranian maximalist demands as widening the gap between sides.
The author questions whether a land war could be sustainable for Trump politically.
The opinion argues that the crisis requires diplomatic engagement rather than an expansive military campaign.
The piece places accountability on Trump for the war-trajectory and calls it reckless and narcissistic.

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