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Chaos breaks out in NASCAR overtime, Layne Riggs wins in dizzying Truck finish

Riggs claimed his fourth win of 2026 after Tyler Reif missed the final chicane and stopped for a penalty in a frantic overtime finish

Motorsport

Obama’s former speechwriter Ben Rhodes examines the US through its 15 most defining speeches

From Frederick Douglass to Obama, Ben Rhodes shares the speeches that explain the US in his new book, All We Say

The Guardian - US

Layne Riggs wins wreck-filled NASCAR Truck race at Charlotte

Riggs won the chaotic event on Sunday morning, which set a record for cautions in a NASCAR Truck race at Charlotte

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Kyle Busch stretches fuel to claim 69th NASCAR Truck win at Dover

Busch managed tires and fuel over a tense final run to beat Ty Majeski and secure another win at the Monster Mile

Motorsport

Scoop: Dems' foreign policy group prepping for 2028

It aims to help potential presidential candidates and address party divisions.

Axios

Carson Hocevar wins again in Texas overtime after chaotic Truck race

It was a 1-2 finish for Spire as Hocevar continues his winning ways at Texas Motor Speedway

Motorsport

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

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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

Trump's Iran war, and the world's shame

Trump's attack on Iran is an act of vanity and desperation, fueled by America's collective moral blindness

Salon

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

The Guardian - UK

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 Guardian - UK

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

Motorsport

How the Talladega NASCAR Truck race was won and lost

Ultimately, no one had anything for Tricon Garage

The Guardian - UK

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

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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.

The Independent UK

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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