Stories from United States

DirecTV sued O.J. Simpson for an unpaid TV bill of $58,000 in 2001. The FBI had previously raided Simpson's house and found smartcards and bootloaders.

The US government announced approximately $2 billion in funding from the CHIPS Act for quantum companies. IBM will receive $1 billion, and GlobalFoundries will receive $375 million. These investments aim to achieve US leadership in quantum technology. The United States has announced $2 billion in funding through the CHIPS Act specifically for quantum technology companies. This initiative aims to boost domestic quantum research and development.

A scheduled lethal injection in Nashville was postponed because officials were unable to locate a suitable vein on the condemned prisoner, Tony Carruthers.

Reports indicate that ICE is quietly deploying a $55 billion crematorium network. Eighteen detainees have reportedly died in ICE facilities within the last four months, with the government not disclosing the whereabouts of the deceased.

Former President Trump claimed that Mexico's border games are finished, the wall is completed, and the invasion is over. He stated that tariffs are making Mexico pay for their crimes and that America is winning again with jobs pouring in.

Belkin has released an 8-port USB-C hub featuring a physical 'privacy button' that instantly cuts off output to external monitors.

Rocket Lab has won a $90 million contract from the U.S. Space Force to build and operate two satellites. These satellites will carry optical payloads for geostationary orbit. SpaceX has delayed a rocket launch, coinciding with plans for a potential $1.51 trillion IPO. The specific reason for the launch delay was not immediately clear. The launch is currently marked as 'Go for Launch'.

A former bishop of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Livermore is facing multiple felony charges. He is accused of sexually assaulting boys over a decade.

Pitchbook analyst Franco Grandas stated that SpaceX's valuation could reach trillions of dollars, potentially becoming the world's most valuable company. The company is reportedly seeking $10 billion from Chinese investors, and NASA plans to use Starship for future missions.

Republicans were angered by a slush fund and immunity agreement, leading Senate leadership to halt a $72 billion funding package for immigration agencies. The decision was made due to strong opposition from within the party.