Squad Member Cori Bush Under Criminal Investigation by DOJ

Democratic Representative Cori Bush from Missouri, a member of the far-left “Squad” in Congress, is reportedly under investigation by the Department of Justice (DOJ) for alleged misuse of government funds designated for private security. According to Punchbowl News, the DOJ is conducting a criminal probe into Bush, with six sources cited by the outlet making the allegation. The Justice Department took a significant step on … Continue reading Squad Member Cori Bush Under Criminal Investigation by DOJ

Alaska sees record 8-foot snow as roofs collapse

Alaska is currently facing an unprecedented “pandemic of snow” during the winter, with a record-breaking snowfall of over 8.5 feet. The excessive snow accumulation has led to roof collapses and residents having to excavate their homes from beneath the heavy snow. Authorities in Anchorage are advising citizens to clear snow off their roofs to prevent collapses, similar to incidents that have occurred with some municipal … Continue reading Alaska sees record 8-foot snow as roofs collapse

Mexican cartel violence leaves Mayan ruins inaccessible to tourists

Several ancient Mayan ruins in Mexico have become inaccessible due to escalating cartel violence, dealing a significant blow to tourism in the southern state of the country. The Mexican government acknowledged that at least two popular Mayan sites, Yaxchilán and Tonina, are no longer reachable by tourists. Tour guides in the state of Chiapas revealed to the Associated Press that additional ruins, supposedly open according … Continue reading Mexican cartel violence leaves Mayan ruins inaccessible to tourists

Shark mauls woman in rare Sydney Harbor attack

A woman, identified as Lauren O’Neill, has been hospitalized with “serious” bite wounds to her leg after a shark attack while swimming in Sydney Harbour. The incident occurred around 7.45 pm (8.45 am GMT) on Monday near a private wharf at Elizabeth Bay, less than 2 km (1.2 miles) from Sydney’s Opera House. The victim, believed to have been bitten by a suspected bull shark, … Continue reading Shark mauls woman in rare Sydney Harbor attack

Denver overwhelmed after 40,000 spike in migrant population

Denver, the capital of Colorado with a population exceeding 700,000, has joined the list of cities grappling with the impact of the ongoing border crisis, as more than 40,000 migrants have inundated the area. As a sanctuary city, Denver has been facing challenges in managing its limited resources to accommodate the growing influx of migrants. Texas has redirected thousands of migrants to sanctuary cities like … Continue reading Denver overwhelmed after 40,000 spike in migrant population

Xi promised Biden China wouldn’t interfere in 2024 election

During a crucial meeting in November between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and US President Joe Biden, Xi assured Biden that China would not interfere in the 2024 US presidential election. This assurance was reiterated by the Chinese foreign minister to Biden’s national security adviser during a meeting in Bangkok this past weekend, as reported by two individuals familiar with the conversations. The previously undisclosed exchange … Continue reading Xi promised Biden China wouldn’t interfere in 2024 election

Consumer confidence hits highest in years

In a survey released on Tuesday by The Conference Board, it was found that U.S. consumers are more optimistic about the state of the economy than they have been in over two years. The nonprofit business research group’s consumer confidence index increased for the third consecutive month in January, rising from 108 in December to 114.8. This boost in consumer confidence is likely to be … Continue reading Consumer confidence hits highest in years

First human has received Elon Musk’s Neuralink brain chip implant

Elon Musk has sparked a division among supporters by revealing the implementation of his controversial Neuralink brain chip in a human. According to Musk, Neuralink technology is designed to empower individuals to control their phone or other devices using their minds. “The first human received an implant from @Neuralink yesterday and is recovering well,” Musk wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. “Initial results show promising neuron spike … Continue reading First human has received Elon Musk’s Neuralink brain chip implant

Cyber gang claims it pulled ‘classified and top secret documents’ from U.S. intelligence agencies

The infamous ransomware group Blackcat, also recognized as ALPHV, is issuing a threat to disclose classified and top-secret files from various U.S. intelligence agencies, including the FBI. The group alleges to have breached a technology company and, in a post on the dark web on Tuesday, asserted that it has successfully obtained 300GB of data from the Technica Corporation. According to the company’s website, Technica … Continue reading Cyber gang claims it pulled ‘classified and top secret documents’ from U.S. intelligence agencies

Russia and China warn against ‘cycle of retaliation’

Russia and China swiftly came to the aid of their ally Iran, urging the United States to exercise restraint in response to the killing of three American soldiers. The U.S. has pledged retaliation for a drone attack on a Jordanian base, heightening concerns of an escalating conflict in the Middle East. The strike on the Tower 22 base, attributed to Iran-backed militants, has prompted domestic … Continue reading Russia and China warn against ‘cycle of retaliation’

House Republicans unveil articles of impeachment against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

On Sunday, House Republicans advanced their push to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas by officially outlining their allegations in preparation for a committee vote. The first impeachment article contends that Mayorkas demonstrated a “willful and systemic refusal to comply with the law,” while the second article asserts that he breached public trust by “knowingly made false statements, and knowingly obstructed lawful oversight of the … Continue reading House Republicans unveil articles of impeachment against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

James Webb Space Telescope captures ‘stunning’ images of 19 spiral galaxies

Recently unveiled images from outer space, released on Monday, showcase the astonishing detail of 19 spiral galaxies situated near our Milky Way. Captured by the James Webb Space Telescope, the photographs are a result of collaborative efforts from over 150 astronomers worldwide. These snapshots of spiral galaxies, resembling expansive and luminous pinwheels, provide an intricate exploration of star formations, as well as insights into galactic … Continue reading James Webb Space Telescope captures ‘stunning’ images of 19 spiral galaxies

SpaceX launches two rockets from two coasts

SpaceX executed doubleheader liftoffs from both U.S. coasts, launching two additional sets of Starlink internet satellites overnight (Jan. 28-29). The initial launch involved a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink spacecraft, taking off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida on Sunday (Jan. 28) at 6:15 p.m. EST (2315 GMT). Subsequently, another Falcon 9 lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, carrying … Continue reading SpaceX launches two rockets from two coasts

Judge denies Alex Murdaugh a new murder trial

On Monday, a judge rejected convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh’s request for a new trial following an extensive evidentiary hearing focused on accusations of jury tampering by a court clerk that purportedly tainted the verdict. Judge Jean Toal rendered the decision after listening to testimony from all 12 jurors involved in Murdaugh’s trial and hearing from Colleton County Clerk of Court Rebecca Hill. Toal stated that … Continue reading Judge denies Alex Murdaugh a new murder trial

AG Garland to go under knife, hand power to deputy

Attorney General Merrick Garland will be indisposed this weekend due to back surgery and is taking proactive steps to ensure clarity regarding leadership during his absence. The Biden administration’s top law enforcement official made an early announcement to preempt any potential criticism, drawing from the recent situation involving Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Austin faced backlash for not promptly informing colleagues and the White House about … Continue reading AG Garland to go under knife, hand power to deputy

Details Emerge on U.N. Workers Accused of Aiding Hamas Raid

One individual is accused of kidnapping a woman, another is said to have distributed ammunition, and a third is described as participating in the massacre at a kibbutz where 97 people died. All three are alleged to be employees of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which provides aid to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Israel has presented a dossier to the United … Continue reading Details Emerge on U.N. Workers Accused of Aiding Hamas Raid

TSA Expands Facial Recognition Scanners to 400+ Airports

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is progressing with its initiative to introduce facial recognition technology at U.S. airports, collaborating with the Department of Homeland Security’s research and development division to assess data accuracy in the new systems, according to agency officials who spoke to Nextgov/FCW. A TSA representative mentioned that the agency is in the initial phases of integrating automated facial recognition capabilities as an … Continue reading TSA Expands Facial Recognition Scanners to 400+ Airports

Brazil police target Bolsonaro’s son as spy probe hits inner circle

On Monday, Brazilian federal police conducted searches on properties associated with Carlos Bolsonaro, the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, as part of an investigation into suspected illegal surveillance of political adversaries during his father’s presidency, according to two sources. Carlos Bolsonaro, a city councillor in Rio de Janeiro, is already under investigation by the Supreme Court for allegedly operating a fake news operation from … Continue reading Brazil police target Bolsonaro’s son as spy probe hits inner circle

Iran executes 4 Israeli ‘spies’ over bomb plot on weapons factory

Iran has executed four individuals reportedly linked to an Israeli bomb plot targeting a weapons factory. This development follows a recent drone strike by Iran-backed forces in Syria that resulted in the death of three US troops, intensifying concerns about a potential third world war. The executed men were allegedly planning to attack a defense ministry factory involved in missile and defense equipment in Isfahan, … Continue reading Iran executes 4 Israeli ‘spies’ over bomb plot on weapons factory

Ex-IRS contractor who leaked Trump tax records sentenced to 5 years in prison

On Monday, Charles Littlejohn, the former contractor for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) who leaked tax records, including those of former President Donald Trump, to The New York Times and billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk to ProPublica, was sentenced to five years in prison. Littlejohn had previously pleaded guilty in October, and federal prosecutors had sought the maximum statutory penalty, citing his misuse … Continue reading Ex-IRS contractor who leaked Trump tax records sentenced to 5 years in prison

5 asteroids expected to pass near Earth

This week, an asteroid the size of a sports stadium is hurtling toward Earth and will be accompanied by four other celestial near-misses, with the largest anticipated to pass within less than 2 million miles of our planet on Friday. NASA reports that Asteroid 2008 OS7 measures approximately 890 feet in diameter and is expected to make its closest approach to Earth on Feb. 2. … Continue reading 5 asteroids expected to pass near Earth

HK court orders China Evergrande to liquidate with debts of $300 bln

On Monday, a Hong Kong court issued an order for the liquidation of the prominent property giant China Evergrande Group, a move that is likely to create ripples in China’s faltering financial markets as policymakers work to contain an escalating crisis. Justice Linda Chan’s decision to liquidate the world’s most indebted developer, burdened with over $300 billion in total liabilities, comes after Evergrande failed to … Continue reading HK court orders China Evergrande to liquidate with debts of $300 bln

Escaped inmate Shane Pryor captured by U.S. Marshals after 5 days on the run

Shane Pryor, the 17-year-old escaped prisoner, was apprehended by the U.S. Marshals Service on Sunday night in Philadelphia after spending five days on the run. Authorities reported that Pryor was taken into custody just after 6:30 p.m. at 3rd Street and Roosevelt Boulevard, situated between the city’s Feltonville and Olney neighborhoods. Visual evidence captured U.S. Marshals apprehending Pryor on a SEPTA bus at the specified … Continue reading Escaped inmate Shane Pryor captured by U.S. Marshals after 5 days on the run

2 dead, including suspect, and 2 police officers wounded in Florida shootout

On Sunday afternoon, in Palm Bay, Florida, two individuals lost their lives, and two police officers sustained injuries while responding to a domestic disturbance call, as reported by local authorities. Upon arrival, the officers confronted a 24-year-old armed man, identified as Brandon Kapas, according to Palm Bay Police Chief Mariano Augello in a Sunday news conference. Police revealed that Kapas, refusing to comply with officers’ … Continue reading 2 dead, including suspect, and 2 police officers wounded in Florida shootout

King Charles extends hospital stay as he recovers from prostate surgery

Yesterday, King Charles III prolonged his hospital stay following a prostate operation, raising concerns about his health. The 75-year-old monarch underwent surgery on Friday at the London Clinic, with the initial plan being discharge after two nights. However, he continued to be under the care of medical professionals for a third night, and it was disclosed that he would miss full-time engagements for a month … Continue reading King Charles extends hospital stay as he recovers from prostate surgery