Senators voting in weekend session to meet Trump's deadline for passing his tax and spending cuts
Acidly: In a dramatic Saturday showdown, the Senate attempted to untangle a convoluted mess of tax breaks and cuts, all while Vice President JD Vance played tie-breaker on a bill benefiting millionaires and obliterating Medicaid. Meanwhile, Trump teed off in Virginiaâclearly not bothered by the chaos. Elon Musk chimed in, labeling the bill âutterly insaneâ as GOP factions bickered about food stamps and health care cuts. Don't worry, though; they assure us itâs all for "national security." Yep, Americaâs finest moments, folks.
Around 100,000 march in Budapest Pride event in defiance of Hungary's ban
Acidly: In a stunning act of defiance, around 100,000 rebelsâaka Budapest Pride marchersâscoffed at Viktor OrbĂĄn's government ban, embracing the thrill of potential fines and police fury. As they sashayed through the city, dodging far-right counter-protesters like it was their morning jog, the good citizens of Budapest sent a resounding "who cares?" to OrbĂĄn's oppressive laws. Who knew challenging a dictator could feel so liberating? A glorious display of rainbows, music, and a heavy side of ironyânothing says freedom like breaking the law for it.
Germany, Italy pressured to repatriate $245B worth of gold from US
Acidly: Germany and Italy want their gold back, a cool $245 billion worth, currently chilling in the shady vaults of the Federal Reserve. With Trump yapping about controlling the Fed, European bigwigs now fear for their hoards. Apparently, leaving 43% of Italy's bling in the U.S. under Trump's whims is a smart moveâsaid no one ever. Politicians are outraged, and ex-MEP Fabio De Masi wants to reclaim Germanyâs 1,200 tonnes. Because who wouldnât want their shiny metals stashed in a place run by a reality TV star?
The Good Ol'Ads
Dave Parker, Baseball Hall of Famer and former NL MVP, dies at 74
Acidly: Dave Parker, the baseball legend known as "The Cobra," swung life and death with the same ferocity. He passed at 74, leaving behind a staggering sound of crickets from Hall of Fame votersâ24%? Really? Between cocaine scandals and, oh, being overshadowed by living legends, the man had a complex legacy. Yet, while he championed baseball and battled Parkinsonâs with a smile, one wonders if the Hall of Fame will ever fully embrace the turbulent life of a guy who ran hard, while others took shortcuts, on and off the field.
âF1â Starts Its Engines With $40M Across 3 Days Overseas, Races Towards $140M+ Global Bow â International Box Office
Acidly: Apple Original Filmsâ F1 flick is zooming past expectations, raking in a cool $39.5M overseas after just three days. Looks like everyone and their grandma decided to witness this thrill ride. They're on track for an $85M international debut, crushing Brad Pitt's past efforts like some overhyped cardboard cutout. With the global total projected to hit $140M, itâs good news for Appleâassuming they don't drop out of the race halfway. Guess even a tech giant canât resist the allure of fast cars and big bucks.
Opinion | In the Quest to Shrink NASA, Trump Forgets National Security
Acidly: A swarm of mysterious drones loitered over Langley Air Force Base for 17 days, and no one knows why. Maybe they just wanted a scenic view of the F-22 Raptors, or maybe they're part of a master plan by aliens to get us to pay more attention to our military readiness. NASA's tech spotted them since the Air Force can't. But hey, letâs cut NASAâs funding by 50%! After all, who needs satellites, moon outposts, or a coherent space strategy when you can just sit back and watch rival nations race ahead? Brilliant!
The Good Ol'Ads
What happened on Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchezâs big wedding day
Acidly: In a lavish spectacle that screams âlook at usâ yet whispers âstay away,â Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez tied the knot on the secluded San Giorgio Maggiore island in Venice. Amidst a celebrity avalanche, including the Kardashians and Oprah, the couple celebrated in style while protests raged outside over their extravagant takeover. Sanchez donned three exquisite outfits, making sure she was the center of this exclusive show, despite the city not even acknowledging their nuptials. Romantic, isnât it? More like a millionaire's masquerade.
Exclusive: Nothing Headphones (1) Specs Leak
Acidly: Oh, joy! Nothing's releasing over-ear headphones that are officially heavier than a Sony WH-1000XM6 but still lighter than Apple's AirPods Max. What an accomplishment! With a thrilling design partnership with KEFâwow, it's like they're trying to ride on someone else's coattails. But donât fret; they'll tell you theyâre âbetterâ than those Apple giants. With up to 80 hours of battery, youâll be soundlessly sporting these clunkers all day unless you dare turn on ANC. Mark your calendars for July 1; we can hardly contain our excitement!
'Where's our money?' CDC grant funding is moving so slowly layoffs are happening
Acidly: Welcome to the CDCâs circus, where funding is a disappearing act. Health departments across the U.S. are left twiddling their thumbs while the cash promised by Congress plays hide-and-seek. The CDC is operating on a strict 30-day allowance, and guess what? This money is trickling in as slowly as molasses. Meanwhile, states are scrambling, programs are shutting down, and vital work is halted. Oh, and don't even think about catching up if you laid off staff. Who needs public health anyway? Letâs just let the diseases fend for themselves!