Hemp THC Faces Federal Ban in December

A federal ban on nearly all intoxicating hemp-derived THC products, from THC seltzers to gummies and vapes, is scheduled to take effect Dec. 11, about a year after Congress passed it. Lawmakers wrote the restrictions into the bill that ended the 43-day government shutdown in November 2025 to close what Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., called a loophole in the 2018 Farm Bill. McConnell and other supporters, including 35 state and territorial attorneys general, said the products we

When AI Gets the Law Wrong

People representing themselves in court have increasingly turned to artificial intelligence for legal help, but the technology is creating new problems for judges who must determine whether the information submitted is accurate. Courts have issued more decisions about AI-generated errors involving self-represented litigants than those involving lawyers. Judges and legal-aid leaders say the technology can help people navigate the courts, but courts still sanction people who fi

US-Canada Trade War Outlives Court Ruling Against Its First Tariffs

The White House revised the list of Canadian goods facing 50% tariffs Oct. 23, its latest move in a trade war that outlasted a Supreme Court ruling against its first tariffs. Selected Canadian wines, beers and spirits had been barred from the United States since Sept. 29. President Donald Trump said Oct. 25 that the two countries were close to a deal, though neither government had announced a return to formal talks. The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 on Feb. 20 that a federal emer

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Train Collision in Spain Leaves 69 Dead

Spain was shaken by a tragic railway accident on October 28, 2026, near Urda, in the province of Toledo, where two high-speed trains collided, leaving 69 people dead and more than 100 injured. The accident occurred when a Renfe AVE train carrying 397 passengers struck the rear of an Iryo train with 147 people on board that was stopped on the same track. What should have been an ordinary journey for hundreds of passengers became one of the country's deadliest railway tragedies

The Fall of Santiago Peña Shakes Paraguay

Paraguay is experiencing one of its most significant political and economic crises in recent years after President Santiago Peña announced his resignation on November 5, 2026, amid a financial scandal that sparked public outrage and intense scrutiny of his administration. The decision followed the collapse of Ueno Bank, a financial institution that had grown rapidly in recent years and maintained business ties with the president. The situation left approximately three million

Brazil Elections Lula Wins

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was reelected president of Brazil in one of the most closely contested elections in the country's recent history. In the runoff held on October 25, 2026, Lula received 51.79% of the valid votes, totaling more than 64 million votes, according to the Superior Electoral Court. His victory will allow him to begin his fourth presidential term, although the result also reflects a deep political divide between those who support the continuation of his socia

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FDA Approves New Treatment for Parkinson's Disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new oral medication for adults with Parkinson's disease on September 28, 2026. Called JUVMO (tavapadon), the medication was developed by pharmaceutical company AbbVie. It is the first approved treatment that selectively targets dopamine D1/D5 receptors, offering an alternative for controlling the motor symptoms of this neurological disease. The medication is taken once daily and can be used alone or in combination with le

Supreme Court lets US Resume Deportations to Third Countries

9 The Supreme Court will hear arguments Dec. 9 over the Trump administration’s procedures for deporting immigrants to countries other than their own, a practice that has affected nearly 28,000 people between January 2025 and early August 2026, according to Human Rights Watch. On Sept. 29, the court granted a request from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to pause a federal judge’s ruling that the department’s deportation rules were unlawful. Until the case is decided,

Sir Patrick Stewart Dies at 86

Sir Patrick Stewart, one of the most recognized British actors of his generation, died on October 28, 2026, at the age of 86, at his home in Los Angeles, California. Internationally known for portraying Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men franchise, the actor built a reputation based on his commanding presence, unmistakable voice, and extraordinary acting ability. His death, following a battle with Alzheimer's di

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Binance Suffers Historic Cryptocurrency Theft

The cryptocurrency world once again became the focus of international attention after Binance, one of the world's largest digital asset exchanges, suffered a cyberattack that compromised approximately $6.34 billion. The incident, which occurred on October 29, 2026, became the largest cryptocurrency theft ever recorded and raised concerns among users who rely on these platforms to invest, save, or conduct financial transactions. News of the attack spread quickly, generating un

El Niño 2026 Leaves Death and Destruction

Heavy rains and flooding associated with El Niño have left at least 12 people dead in Ecuador, thousands affected, and extensive property damage as the climate phenomenon continues to strengthen in the Pacific Ocean. On November 9, 2026, the Ecuadorian government reported that rainfall had affected more than 43,000 people and damaged 13,743 homes, while another 52 were completely destroyed. Authorities also reported damage to 28 bridges and approximately 27 kilometers of road

Color of the Year

As 2026 draws to a close, Pantone's selection of Cloud Dancer as its Color of the Year offers a look at the color trends that have shaped discussions in fashion, design, and home decorating throughout the year. Cloud Dancer, identified by the code PANTONE 11-4201, is a soft shade of white intended to represent tranquility, clarity, and the possibility of a fresh start. This was the first time Pantone had chosen white as its Color of the Year, a decision that stood out among t

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Wingstop Sour Patch Kids Wicked Punch Chicken

Friends, readers, perhaps even acolytes (too far, my megalomania might be running away with me again) we (me) at the Reckless Gastronome are going to try something a little new. This is going to be a bit more stripped (get it, I’m reviewing chicken) down review closer to what I used to write during the early days of my blog. We (still just me) are going to try to get more content (articles) out on a hopefully more frequent basis (it’s a long shot; I am supremely slow at writi

Cheetos The Flavor of Fear

Boo! Did the Reckless Gastronome scare you? No, of course not, it’s not really possible to transfer the jump scare experience to the written word. Which is just as well, since I’m a twitchy guy and I collapse like a fainting goat if I get startled. It actually scares the people that scare me even more, so it kind of works its way back around to be funny. Spooky season is once again upon us (assuming I get this written and published in a timely manner, which I probably won’t,

Oreo Twist Lick Vote Contest

Greetings comrades (after all what are we if not siblings in arms in the struggle against boring flavors), once again I, the Reckless Gastronome, entreat you to participate in democracy (surely, it’ll end better this time). Oreo has brought three candidates for next year’s returning flavor. Wait, this is a little confusing. There are three new flavors, but only one will come back later? Wouldn’t it make more sense for them to bring back three old flavors, and then vote for wh