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- 1Judge rules FEMA cannot condition security grants on election changesβFEMA canβt condition security grants on election changes, judge says
A federal judge has ruled that FEMA cannot tie homeland security grant funding to changes in election-related policies or administration. The decision limits the agency's ability to use disaster and security grants as leverage over how states run their elections. The ruling is being closely watched for its implications on federal power over state election procedures.
- 2Judge Blocks FEMA From Tying Grants to Election ChangesβJudge Blocks FEMA From Tying Antiterrorism Grants to Election Changes https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/28/climate/fema-gr
A federal judge has ruled that FEMA cannot condition antiterrorism grant funding on states making changes to their election systems. The decision restricts the agency's ability to use homeland security money as leverage over election policy, a move that had drawn objections from states and voting rights advocates. The ruling is likely to be cited in ongoing debates over federal power and election administration.
- 3Female racers struggle for sponsors after F1 women's seriesβFemale racers struggle for sponsors and track time after leaving F1βs women-only series
Female racing drivers who competed in Formula 1's women-only series are finding it difficult to secure sponsorships and regular track time after leaving the championship. The initiative, designed as a pathway to higher levels of motorsport, has not translated into lasting careers for its graduates, raising questions about whether dedicated women's series can truly bridge the gap to professional racing opportunities.
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A federal judge has ruled that the Federal Emergency Management Agency cannot condition antiterrorism grant funding on states making changes to their election systems. The decision stops the agency from using security grants as leverage over election administration. The ruling is being closely watched amid ongoing disputes over federal authority over state-run elections.
- 5Female racers struggle after F1's women-only series endsβΌFemale racers struggle for sponsors, track time after leaving F1's women-only series
Female racing drivers who competed in Formula 1's women-only series are finding it difficult to secure sponsors and track time after moving on from the championship. The programme was designed as a stepping stone toward higher levels of motorsport, but drivers say the transition back into the wider racing world has proven harder than expected.
- 6Taylor Swift and Madonna win big at MTV VMAs 2026βMTV VMAs 2026: Taylor Swift and Madonna win at awards dominated by female artists
Taylor Swift and Madonna took home awards at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, with female artists dominating the night's wins. The ceremony is drawing attention for its celebration of women across major categories, marking a notable moment for two of pop music's biggest stars at different stages of their careers.
- 7Minneapolis woman champions female athletes via growing sports agencyβΌMinneapolis woman advocating for female athletes through growing sports agency
A Minneapolis woman is drawing attention for her work advocating on behalf of female athletes through a sports agency that has been growing steadily. CBS News profiled her efforts to improve opportunities, representation, and contracts for women in professional sports, highlighting how athlete advocacy has become a bigger story as women's sports continue to gain visibility.