The American Prospect

Donald Trump has announced plans for a $15 billion steel plant in Iowa, framing the project as a major investment in American manufacturing. The announcement comes as the president seeks to shore up support for his party ahead of midterm elections, with commentators reading the move as a political effort to revive flagging enthusiasm among voters.

The US Senate has advanced legislation aimed at regulating name, image and likeness deals in college sports. The bill would set rules for how college athletes can be compensated for endorsements and sponsorships, an issue that has reshaped college athletics since NIL rights were introduced in 2021. Details of the bill's provisions and its prospects in the House were not immediately available.

The American Osteopathic Association has announced its accreditation decisions for colleges of osteopathic medicine, dated May 2026. The rulings determine which osteopathic medical schools meet the association's standards, affecting their ability to operate and their students' eligibility pathways. The announcement is of particular interest to prospective medical students, faculty, and the wider osteopathic education community tracking which institutions gained or maintained accreditation.

The MLB postseason begins Tuesday with the American and National League Wild Card Series, but several star players are dealing with injuries that could shape the outcomes. MLB.com takes a look at which key names are hurting, how serious the issues are, and what their availability or diminished production could mean for their teams' chances of advancing.

The National Hockey League is drawing attention across Canada, the US and Sweden, with discussion focused on why top American players are leaving their Canadian teams. The Globe and Mail examines the exodus, prompting debate among fans about economics, taxes, competitive prospects and what the departures mean for Canadian franchises.

The American Prospect has published a piece asking why Sam Altman, OpenAI's chief executive, faces no legal consequences over his conduct in the artificial intelligence industry. The headline suggests the article examines accountability questions surrounding Altman and OpenAI's relationship with Microsoft, and the piece is drawing attention and debate among readers online.

The American Osteopathic Association's Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation has released its accreditation decisions for colleges of osteopathic medicine for September 2026. The update lists which institutions have been granted, continued, or otherwise acted upon regarding accreditation status, guiding prospective students, faculty, and administrators on which programs meet osteopathic medical education standards for the coming cycle.

Simone Biles says she has not yet decided whether she will compete at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, though she acknowledges that the prospect of competing on home soil in California is a strong draw. The American gymnast, the most decorated in her sport's history, continues to weigh her future in the sport.

Workers at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York have voted to go on strike. The vote, covered by The Art Newspaper, marks an escalation in labor tensions at one of the country's leading art institutions. Details on the specific grievances or timing of any walkout were not immediately available.

Reports say the Trump administration is considering a proposal to block new H-1B visa applications for up to a year, tightening an immigration system already under strain from mass layoffs in the US tech sector. The plan would pause filings for foreign skilled workers, a move firms and immigrant workers are watching closely. Critics warn it could push jobs and talent offshore, while supporters frame it as protecting American workers during a difficult job market.

AMC Entertainment Holdings, the American cinema chain, is seeing renewed interest in its share price and trading activity. Investors are following the stock's price movements, quotes and market history as they track the company's financial prospects and any fresh developments around the theatre business.