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NASCAR isn't the only reason drivers reconsider fighting

The $75,000 fine to Ricky Stenhouse was an eye-opener but sponsors don't always approve either

Motorsport

Historic first NASCAR Truck street race decided in nail-biting finish

Riggs fended off two ThorSport trucks while stretching the fuel tank and winning on the streets of St. Petersburg

Motorsport

A world on edge as Trump bombs Iran and triggers war in the Middle East. There was no need for this

We cannot know where this foolish, reckless attack will end – but new hatreds will be seeded, terrorist vendettas sown and, ultimately, little will be achieved, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall

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Kyle Busch wins third straight Atlanta NASCAR Truck race with late charge

Busch led a 1-2 finish for Spire Motorsports, earning his 68th career NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series victory

Motorsport

'Erroneously done by staffer': White House calls Trump’s racist Obamas post a mistake; takes it down

A racist video featuring edited images of the Obamas was mistakenly posted on Donald Trump's social media account by a White House staffer and has since been removed. The offensive content, which repeated false election claims, sparked immediate condemnation from Democratic leaders and former officials. Trump's spokeswoman dismissed the backlash…

The Times of India

Trump refuses to apologize for video with racist imagery of Obamas posted on his social media

Only a smattering of Republicans spoke out about clip in which Obamas’ faces were superimposed on bodies of apes

The Guardian - US

Donald Trump's racist attack on Obamas: Why monkey portrayals of Black folks are considered deeply offensive

Donald Trump shared a video on Truth Social depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys, sparking condemnation from Democrats. The offensive imagery draws on a history of dehumanization used to justify racism and violence. Prominent Democrats, including Gavin Newsom's office and Ben Rhodes, denounced the post, highlighting its racist undertones.

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Donald Trump posts AI video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys; Democrats condemn post as racist

US President Donald Trump ignited controversy by sharing a video on Truth Social featuring false election claims and depicting the Obamas with offensive imagery. Democrats swiftly condemned the post, with California Governor Newsom's office calling it "disgusting." This incident follows a pattern of Trump using fabricated visuals to attack critics…

The Times of India

All the president’s millions: how the Trumps are turning the presidency into riches

From Vietnam to the Balkans, Donald Trump’s family has launched a global dealmaking blitz since his re-election

The Guardian - UK

How the Talladega NASCAR Truck race was won and lost

Ultimately, no one had anything for Tricon Garage

Motorsport

Zelenskyy faces daunting trip to the White House – but this time he won’t be alone

Dream team of European leaders will be with the Ukrainian president, seeking to show a united front when they meet Donald Trump

The Guardian - UK

Corey Heim snags Richmond NASCAR Truck win as Ty Majeski's race unravels

Heim was not the fastest driver at Richmond, but he capitalized late to earn another victory for TRICON

Motorsport

Corey Heim wins in triple overtime after wild NASCAR Truck race at Watkins Glen

The NASCAR Truck race at Watkins Glen nearly reached the sunset time limit due to several major incidents in the closing stages of the event, but on this evening, the earth’s rotation was set to Heim time.

Motorsport

NASCAR ejects six crew members after Cup and Truck inspection failures

On Friday, each of the 31 NASCAR Truck Series entries for Kansas Speedway rolled through inspection. Most of the teams made it through without much drama, but not all of them. Four trucks, including three from ThorSport Racing, struggled to pass.

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Democrats shun unity on Gaza in face of Netanyahu’s plan for ‘final’ assault

ANALYSIS: Democrats lack a unified voice on Israel’s siege on Gaza more than a year and a half after it began. That gives Trump the advantage, writes John Bowden

Motorsport

Corey Heim pushes back on "crazy statement" from Ben Rhodes after Truck race

Corey Heim earned his third win of the 2025 NASCAR Truck Series season at Texas Motor Speedway on Friday night, but it was far from easy. Heim watched a massive lead of nearly 16 seconds evaporate with a late-race yellow. It eventually got pushed into double overtime where Heim had…

Motorsport

Corey Heim wins chaotic Texas NASCAR Truck race in double overtime

After some difficult losses in recent weeks, Corey Heim rebounded in a big way at Texas Motor Speedway. Driving the No. 11 TRICON Garage Toyota, he held on in a fierce battle for the win after dominating most of the night, capturing his third checkered flag of the season.

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Top Biden Advisor Criticized For Remarks On 2024 Race

Mike Donilon faces criticism for defending Biden's 2024 run despite concerns over his debate performance.

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Eckes and Gray clash for the win and at Victory Lane in wild NASCAR Truck finish

Christian Eckes was a dominant force in Saturday's NASCAR Truck race at Martinsville, but a rash of late yellows completely changed the complexion of the finish. Several drivers chose to pit for fresh tires, rapidly cutting through the field and one of them had his sights set on the Championship…

Motorsport

NASCAR Trucks Richmond: Majeski snags victory in regular season finale

Majeski, who was sent the to rear early in the race due to an uncontrolled tire penalty, made his way back to the front and pounced on leader William Sawalich on a restart with 20 of 250 laps remaining.

Motorsport

NASCAR Trucks Nashville: Eckes leads every lap in dominant win

Eckes started third but had grabbed the lead by the exit of Turn 2 on the opening lap. He cruised to the Stage 1 win, earned the Stage 2 win thanks to a late caution and was never seriously challenged in the final 32 green-flag dash to the finish.

Motorsport

Gateway NASCAR Trucks: Corey Heim cruises to victory over Eckes

It was the ninth victory of Heim's career and his fourth of the 2024 season. He now has 24 playoff points (most of any driver) and closed the gap in the battle for the regular season title. Heim also earned a $50,000 bonus for the win.

Motorsport

Supercars star Cam Waters "would love to race NASCAR full-time"

Waters, an 11-time winner in Supercars, will make his second Truck start of the 2024 season at Kansas with ThorSport Racing.

Motorsport

Heim hangs on in overtime to win NASCAR Truck race at COTA

Heim had built a more than 8-second lead before a bizarre incident – Marco Andretti lost the entire rear-end housing off his truck – brought out a late-race caution and brief red flag.

Motorsport

Sanchez wins, Gray flips in wreck-marred Daytona NASCAR Truck opener

Sanchez, making his 24th career start, led the way at the start of overtime and got a big jump on the rest of the field, which proved beneficial.

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