JD Vance exploited a brawl to paint Cincinnati as crime-ridden. The fallout has divided the city

JD Vance, potentially eyeing a run for the presidency in 2028, faces scrutiny over his ties to Palantir and its co-founder Peter Thiel, especially as public concern grows regarding the company's surveillance technology. This relationship could impact his political aspirations as voters become increasingly wary of privacy issues.

Cincinnati's athletic director issued an apology after Bearcats fans directed derogatory chants at BYU players during a recent football game. The incident has drawn attention to the behavior of fans and the atmosphere at sporting events.

Austin Siebert, a 30-year-old prisoner, has been sentenced for smuggling drugs into an Ohio prison by spraying them onto the pages of JD Vance's memoir, 'Hillbilly Elegy.' This unusual method of drug transport highlights ongoing issues related to contraband in correctional facilities.

Dan Driscoll, the U.S. Army Secretary and a former investment banker, has emerged as a key figure in the ongoing efforts to negotiate a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, despite his limited experience in diplomatic matters. His connection to former President Trump and his recent discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky highlight his role in this complex geopolitical situation.