Mandy Taheri
Weekend Reporter
Mandy Taheri is a Newsweek reporter based in Connecticut and Brooklyn. She joined Newsweek as a reporter in 2024. She is a graduate of NYU's joint master's program in Global Journalism and Near Eastern Studies and Yale University's undergraduate program in Ethnicity, Race, and Migration. You can get in touch with Mandy via email: m.taheri@newsweek.com.
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U.S. sends China stern message over "dangerous" actions
In a speech Friday, the U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines warned China to cease "escalatory and dangerous harassment" of Philippines' vessels.
Matthew McConaughey talks possible political run
Actor Matthew McConaughey hinted at a possible future in politics while at recent event.
Undercover agent busts white supremacist plot to blow up facilities: DOJ
A man was arrested after he tried to solicit an undercover FBI agent to carry out an attack on an electrical substation.
AT&T hack hits "nearly all" customers: How to check if you're impacted
On Friday, AT&T revealed details of a massive breach of its cellular customers' text and phone records.
Joe Biden pressured to radically change platform as Democrats revolt
Progressive Democrats are pressing President Joe Biden's campaign to promote a more bold agenda to attract younger voters.
Joe Biden needs to be convinced of 3 things to step aside: Report
A new poll released on Thursday shows Kamala Harris with a 2-percentage-point edge over Donald Trump among registered voters.
Joe Biden impeachment on hold as Democrats "destroying themselves"
The release of the House GOP's impeachment report on President Biden appears to be on hold as the Democratic Party grapples with candidacy.
Donald Trump gets bad news about Kamala Harris
A new poll suggests Kamala Harris, if leading the Democratic presidential ticket, could beat Donald Trump in the popular vote.
UN vows to fight sand and dust storms
The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution to dedicate 2025-2034 to combating sand and dust storms.
Montana Republicans oppose climate ruling backed by Native Nations
Montana attorneys representing Republican officials urged the state's Supreme Court to overturn a 2023 ruling supported by Native Nations.
Biden didn't recognize someone he knew "well," NATO summit attendee claims
An attendee of the NATO summit said leaders are worried about President Biden's ability to run and win, citing his "deterioration."
Arizona election worker accused of computer tampering hit with new charges
An election worker in Maricopa County faces three new charges after he already pleaded not guilty to computer tampering.
Beryl update: Model shows that storm could impact a dozen states
As of Sunday afternoon, Tropical Storm Beryl is 130 miles southeast of Matagorda, Texas.
Historic heat wave: One in five Americans now face warnings, advisories
As record-breaking temperatures sweep the nation, particularly in the West, nearly 20 percent of Americans are under a heat advisory.
Detroit mass shooting: What we know
Early Sunday morning, a mass shooting in Detroit killed two people and wounded more than a dozen others.
Joe Biden gets a deadline from Democratic senator: "Clock is ticking"
"I think this week is going to be absolutely critical. I think the president needs to do more," Senator Chris Murphy said on Sunday.
Beryl update: Texas Gulf Coast braces for 6-foot storm surge
Beryl, which has fluctuated between different categories on the hurricane scale due to rapid intensification, is now categorized as a tropical storm.
Professor details Florida's state-directed changes in science textbooks
Ken Miller, a professor, scientist, and textbook author, details changes to his science book for Florida schools in a local news report.
Kentucky mass shooting: What we know
Five people are dead, including the gunman, and three are hospitalized in Florence, Kentucky, on Saturday morning, according to local law enforcement.
Two "dangerous" murder suspects escape from Mississippi jail ceiling
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation issued a warning, advising people to "not approach" either of the men as they "are believed to be armed and dangerous."
Kansas Supreme Court strikes down GOP-backed abortion regulations
Kansas' highest court struck down a second-trimester abortion ban and reaffirmed that the state's constitution protects abortion access.
Joe Biden gets potential swing state boost from ballot box decision
A decision to allow ballot boxes in Wisconsin may help President Joe Biden's re-election campaign in the state.
Nashville shooter Audrey Hale's writings can't be released, judge rules
A Nashville, Tennessee, judge ruled that victims' families hold the copyright to any writings from the shooter.
Ukraine allies slam Viktor Orbán over Putin meeting
Hungarian Prime Minister and newly appointed EU Council President Viktor Orbán's trip to Moscow was condemned by top EU leaders.
Children's clothing recall sparks nationwide warning
A children's two-piece pajama set sold exclusively on Amazon has been recalled due to a potential burn hazard.
Gen Z backs Biden as nominee more than before debate
Gen Z voters are more convinced than the month prior that President Joe Biden should remain the Democratic nominee after the debate.
Odds of Joe Biden dropping out hit new high on prediction market
Polymarket projects a record high 82 percent chance President Joe Biden drops out of the 2024 presidential race.
Nancy Pelosi says "we'll see" about Democrats' concerns about Joe Biden
The congresswoman noted on Sunday that Biden's presidential record should matter more than his debate performance against Donald Trump.
Donald Trump gets good news from post-debate poll
A new poll found Trump, according to those surveyed, beat President Joe Biden on key criteria that included appearing presidential and inspiring confidence.
Category 4 Hurricane Beryl strengthening at "unheard of" rate: Track path
Recently upgraded to Category 4, Beryl is "now the earliest Category 4 hurricane ever recorded in the Atlantic," hurricane specialist Michael Lowry told Newsweek.
