No, poll workers don't hand out Sharpies to invalidate ballots.
The writing utensils have played a prominent role in conspiracy theories in previous elections. But they are often fine to use on paper ballots.
Musk repeatedly raises the idea that Harris, or he, could be killed
The billionaire and his PAC have used ominous language about the vice president in their support of former President Donald Trump.
Lost Cities of the Silk Road
The town of Tugunbulak, which extended beyond the forest inspector's house, had powerful walls enclosing an area of 120 hectares, almost five times larger than… Read More »Lost Cities of the Silk Road
Two Washington Post editorial staff resign after endorsement decision
The three, David Hoffman, Molly Roberts and Mili Mitra, announced their decisions after the newspaper dropped an endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris in the… Read More »Two Washington Post editorial staff resign after endorsement decision
Waymo raises $5.6 billion from outside investors
Alphabet's self-driving car unit now has vehicles in San Francisco, Phoenix and Los Angeles.
AI Slop floods on average
Some Medium writers and editors are applauding the platform's approach to AI. Eric Pierce, founder of Medium's largest pop culture publication Fanfare, says he doesn't… Read More »AI Slop floods on average
The year-long transition of Raspberry Pi OS from X Window to Wayland is now official
There have been times when it seemed like X Window System would be with us forever, even though it is over 40 years old and… Read More »The year-long transition of Raspberry Pi OS from X Window to Wayland is now official
How Southwest's transformation plan is responding to consumers
As airlines across the industry expand their fare structures, Southwest Airlines (LUV) is taking a unique approach to its transformation strategy. CEO Bob Jordan joins… Read More »How Southwest's transformation plan is responding to consumers
Have paychecks stayed in line with the cost of living?
On average, wages have risen faster than prices in recent years. But not all Americans are making progress.
A gigantic structure in space challenges our understanding of the universe
A colossal structure in the distant universe challenges our understanding of how the universe evolved. In the light that has traveled 6.9 billion years to… Read More »A gigantic structure in space challenges our understanding of the universe
Corporate America is bracing for Trump 2.0
The race for the White House is deadlocked, but business leaders are taking no chances and reaching out to the former president to rebuild relations.
Charges dropped in case against Binance employee detained in Nigeria
Tigran Gambaryan, who spent eight months in custody, has been released so he can receive medical care.
Work is underway on Lee Health's new $434 million hospital
Lee Health has taken another step with plans to open a new hospital in Fort Myers in 2028. A key component is a musculoskeletal institute… Read More »Work is underway on Lee Health's new $434 million hospital
How Beijing Tamed a Lawless Industry and Gained Global Influence
State-controlled companies now run an industry once known for its acid pits, radioactive waste and smugglers.
The US Copyright Office 'frees the McFlurry', allowing ice machine repairs
Manufacturers opposed the exemption, but it received support from the Justice Department's Antitrust Division, the Federal Trade Commission and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration.… Read More »The US Copyright Office 'frees the McFlurry', allowing ice machine repairs
