Month: November 2023

Politics

Democrats Force Historic Vote to Expel George Santos

The House faces a deadline of Thursday to cast its vote on the expulsion of Rep. George Santos (R-NY), following the filing of a privileged resolution by Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) on Tuesday to remove the embattled Republican. The privileged nature of Garcia’s resolution allows the House a two-legislative-day window to vote on this significant resolution. This historic expulsion vote comes several weeks after the … Continue reading Democrats Force Historic Vote to Expel George Santos

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Politics

Koch Network Endorses Nikki Haley in Bid to Push G.O.P. Past Trump

Nikki Haley, vying for a strong position in the Republican presidential primary against Governor Ron DeSantis, has secured a significant boost from the political network founded by the Koch brothers. Americans for Prosperity Action, the endorsing group, outlined its support in a memo on Tuesday, providing organizational support and financial backing as Haley contends with DeSantis for the second spot in Iowa. As the campaign … Continue reading Koch Network Endorses Nikki Haley in Bid to Push G.O.P. Past Trump

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Politics

GA prosecutors oppose plea deals for Trump, Meadows, Giuliani

Fulton County prosecutors reportedly have no plans to extend plea deals to Donald Trump and at least two prominent co-defendants implicated in their alleged involvement in attempting to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia. According to sources familiar with the matter, the preference is to proceed to trial rather than offer plea bargains. Notably, the individuals deemed ineligible for plea negotiations include Trump himself, his … Continue reading GA prosecutors oppose plea deals for Trump, Meadows, Giuliani

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Politics

Pence told special counsel harrowing details about 2020 election aftermath

During discussions with special counsel Jack Smith’s team earlier this year, former Vice President Mike Pence reportedly shared alarming details about the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election. Pence described how then-President Donald Trump surrounded himself with questionable attorneys, endorsed “un-American” legal theories, and nearly pushed the nation into a “constitutional crisis,” according to sources familiar with Pence’s statements to investigators. These sources indicated that … Continue reading Pence told special counsel harrowing details about 2020 election aftermath

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Politics

Hunter agrees to testify publicly before House Oversight Committee

Hunter Biden is prepared to provide testimony before the House Oversight Committee, but he insists that it must be conducted in a public setting, as conveyed in a letter from his attorney to Republican lawmakers on Tuesday. Chairman James Comer of the House Oversight Committee had issued a subpoena earlier in the month, scheduling Hunter Biden’s deposition for December 13. In the letter penned by … Continue reading Hunter agrees to testify publicly before House Oversight Committee

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U.S. News

US Navy removes fuel from plane that overshot Hawaii runway

On Monday, the U.S. Navy announced the successful extraction of almost all the fuel from a sizable aircraft that exceeded the runway in Hawaii, ultimately landing in a bay with environmental sensitivity. However, there is currently no set schedule for the removal of the aircraft from the water, as stated by Rear Adm. Kevin Lenox, who reported approximately 2,000 gallons (7,500 liters) of fuel onboard … Continue reading US Navy removes fuel from plane that overshot Hawaii runway

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U.S. News

Four killed in apparent murder-suicide at North Carolina homeless encampment

In a tragic incident on Sunday morning, two men and two women lost their lives in a murder-suicide at a homeless encampment in North Carolina, as confirmed by officials. According to the Sampson County Sheriff’s Office, residents at the Autryville homeless encampment reported hearing a verbal altercation. The suspect, Dwane Paul Miller, 40, subsequently shot three victims multiple times before taking his own life. The … Continue reading Four killed in apparent murder-suicide at North Carolina homeless encampment

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U.S. News

5-year-old dies, grandfather missing after being swept out to sea in California

Tragedy struck over the weekend as a 5-year-old girl, identified as Naretzi Navarrete from Merced, lost her life and her grandfather went missing after a wave reportedly swept them off Martins Beach in Half Moon Bay, Northern California. According to Coast Guard officials, the incident occurred on Saturday afternoon. San Mateo County Fire personnel discovered Naretzi Navarrete, and despite being transported to an area hospital, … Continue reading 5-year-old dies, grandfather missing after being swept out to sea in California

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U.S. News

Child driving stolen construction forklift leads Ann Arbor police on chase

In Michigan, a 12-year-old boy took control of a stolen construction vehicle, initiating a one-hour-long pursuit, during which he collided with approximately 10 parked vehicles, according to the Ann Arbor Police Department. The stolen vehicle, identified as a Construction Genie GTH-636 Telehandler, complete with a forklift and weighing up to 35,000 pounds, had been taken from its location outside Forsythe Middle School. The young driver … Continue reading Child driving stolen construction forklift leads Ann Arbor police on chase

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U.S. News

Suspect in shooting of 3 men of Palestinian descent near the University of Vermont pleads not guilty

Over the weekend in Vermont, three college students of Palestinian descent were seriously injured in a close-range shooting on a city street, during a walk. The incident, currently under investigation as a potential hate crime, involved Jason J. Eaton, 48, who appeared in court via video on Monday. He faces three counts of attempted murder, with a not guilty plea entered on his behalf, and … Continue reading Suspect in shooting of 3 men of Palestinian descent near the University of Vermont pleads not guilty

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World News

Rescuers free 41 workers trapped in an Indian road tunnel for over 2 weeks

On Monday, rescue efforts in India shifted to manual digging as teams aimed to reach 41 construction workers who have been stuck in a collapsed mountain tunnel in the northern part of the country for over two weeks. According to Kirti Panwar, a spokesperson for the state government, a group of twelve men took turns using handheld drilling tools to excavate through the debris, targeting … Continue reading Rescuers free 41 workers trapped in an Indian road tunnel for over 2 weeks

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World News

Six teenagers go on trial for 2020 beheading of a French teacher

On Monday, six teenagers in Paris went on trial for their alleged roles in the beheading of a teacher, Samuel Paty, who had shown caricatures of the prophet of Islam to his class. The killing, which occurred on October 16, 2020, near his school in a northwest Paris suburb, led authorities to reassert France’s fundamental principles of expression and secularism. Samuel Paty, a history and … Continue reading Six teenagers go on trial for 2020 beheading of a French teacher

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World News

Turkey’s exports of military goods to Russia soar

The substantial increase in Turkey’s exports of vital goods to Russia has raised alarms over potential sanctions evasion, prompting urgent diplomatic discussions and potential repercussions for Turkey’s relations with NATO. In 2023, Turkish exports of essential goods crucial for Moscow’s military production have experienced a significant spike, Euro News reported. This surge has heightened concerns about potential sanctions circumvention, as both the United States and … Continue reading Turkey’s exports of military goods to Russia soar

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Pope Francis cancels meetings because of breathing difficulties, Vatican says

On Monday morning, the Vatican announced that Pope Francis has postponed a series of meetings due to lung inflammation and breathing difficulties. Matteo Bruni, the director of the Vatican press office, stated in an email that a CT scan ruled out pneumonia, and doctors inserted a cannula to administer antibiotics. It was noted that the pope had lost part of a lung around 50 years … Continue reading Pope Francis cancels meetings because of breathing difficulties, Vatican says

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World News

Child Pneumonia Cases Surge in Europe

A puzzling increase in pneumonia cases among children has been reported in another country, with the Netherlands becoming the second nation this week to witness such an outbreak. The Netherlands Institute for Health Services Research (NIVEL), located in Utrecht, approximately 25 miles south of Amsterdam, has disclosed that 80 out of every 100,000 children between the ages of 5 and 14 contracted pneumonia last week. … Continue reading Child Pneumonia Cases Surge in Europe

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Archaeology

Archaeologists unearth remains of 1,300-year-old ship at Norwegian burial mound

Norwegian archaeologists have uncovered the remains of a centuries-old pre-Viking-era ship burial, suggesting that maritime exploration in Scandinavia may have commenced earlier than previously believed. Trøndelag County revealed the discovery of the ship’s remnants in a recent Facebook post. Archaeologists from the county, in collaboration with Norway’s NTNU Science Museum, conducted a survey at the Herlaugshaugen burial mound in Leka, a site that has yielded … Continue reading Archaeologists unearth remains of 1,300-year-old ship at Norwegian burial mound

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Archaeology

Archaeologists Uncover Biblical Truth in Town Captured by Pharoah

Radiocarbon dating has been employed by archaeologists to unveil the historical accuracy of events mentioned in Biblical texts, shedding light on the ancient Levantine city of Gezer. A study published in the PLOS ONE scientific journal on Wednesday details the latest archaeological findings. Using radiocarbon dates on organic materials spanning the 13th to 9th centuries, researchers explored transformative events in Gezer, a city frequently referenced … Continue reading Archaeologists Uncover Biblical Truth in Town Captured by Pharoah

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Space

NASA Probe Transmits Groundbreaking Laser Message From 10 Million Miles Away

On Tuesday, a gold-capped laser transceiver associated with the asteroid probe Psyche achieved a significant milestone by activating its laser for the first time. This Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) experiment, conducted by NASA, successfully transmitted and received data encoded within a near-infrared laser from a distance of nearly 10 million miles in deep space (16 million kilometers). The laser beams communicated with the Hale … Continue reading NASA Probe Transmits Groundbreaking Laser Message From 10 Million Miles Away

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Space

SpaceX Falcon 9 launches 22 Starlink satellites from California

SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket from the West Coast at 2:30 a.m. PST on Monday, carrying a payload of 22 Starlink satellites. This marked the 55th Starlink delivery mission of the year. The Falcon 9 lifted off from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, heading southeast to reach a specific orbit of 183×178 miles (295×286 km) inclined at … Continue reading SpaceX Falcon 9 launches 22 Starlink satellites from California

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Technology

Chinese robot combines wheels and legs to conquer any terrain

W1, the inaugural creation from Chinese company LimX Dynamics specializing in legged robotics technology, is part of the rising demand for such robots, particularly in China, where substantial investments in robotics and artificial intelligence are being made. This four-legged robot features powered wheels at the ends of its legs, allowing it to swiftly traverse smooth surfaces like roads and sidewalks. Additionally, it can employ its … Continue reading Chinese robot combines wheels and legs to conquer any terrain

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Business

Auto Workers Ratify Ford, GM And Stellantis Contracts Following Big Three Strikes

Auto workers have given their approval to a set of new contracts with Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis (Jeep’s parent company), marking the end of a more than six-week strike that had a significant impact on U.S. auto manufacturers and showcased a renewed sense of determination within the industry. On Monday morning, the United Auto Workers union announced that 64% of its members had voted … Continue reading Auto Workers Ratify Ford, GM And Stellantis Contracts Following Big Three Strikes

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Business

Citigroup begins layoffs as Wall Street braces for rough end to 2023

Citigroup has initiated a fresh round of job cuts targeting senior managers, as part of a comprehensive reorganization outlined two months ago by the nation’s third-largest bank. The cuts equate to around 10% of senior manager positions, impacting approximately 300 managers, according to Bloomberg. Citigroup, based in New York City, currently employs around 240,000 individuals. These reductions reflect the challenges faced by Wall Street and … Continue reading Citigroup begins layoffs as Wall Street braces for rough end to 2023

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Business

Sam Altman joins Microsoft as OpenAI names its third CEO in 3 days

Microsoft has enlisted Sam Altman to drive its advancements in artificial intelligence, following his removal as the CEO of OpenAI in a tumultuous boardroom upheaval on Friday. Concurrently, the ChatGPT company is set to undergo its third CEO transition in as many days. This upheaval represents a significant shift in the dynamics of artificial intelligence, a technology that stands as one of the most groundbreaking … Continue reading Sam Altman joins Microsoft as OpenAI names its third CEO in 3 days

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Politics

Biden grants turkey’s Liberty and Bell traditional presidential pardon

Arriving at the White House in pursuit of justice, Liberty became the focus of President Joe Biden’s annual Thanksgiving tradition on Monday. The president exercised the time-honored turkey pardon, granting clemency to Liberty, weighing 42.5 pounds, and Bell, at 42.1 pounds. This lighthearted event on the South Lawn provided a momentary diversion from the weighty global challenges confronting the administration. With metaphorical roasting, President Biden … Continue reading Biden grants turkey’s Liberty and Bell traditional presidential pardon

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Far-right outsider Javier Milei wins Argentina’s presidency

Javier Milei secured victory in Argentina’s presidential elections on Sunday, steering the country rightward with an anti-establishment campaign reminiscent of former US President Donald Trump. The runoff concluded with rival Sergio Massa conceding even before official results were released. Milei, a former TV pundit, pledged to break with the status quo and aims to dollarize Argentina, a move unprecedented for a country of its size. … Continue reading Far-right outsider Javier Milei wins Argentina’s presidency

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