Special counsel Durham to testify before Congress next month

Former special counsel John Durham is set to provide testimony before a House committee in the coming month regarding his recently finalized report on the FBI’s probe into Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign. Durham’s testimony is scheduled for June 20, where he will first appear in a closed-door session with the House intelligence committee, the Associated Press reported. The following day, he will testify publicly … Continue reading Special counsel Durham to testify before Congress next month

FBI Informant File Links Joe Biden to $5 Million Bribery Scheme, Rep. Comer says

House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer (R-KY) has publicly disclosed that a subpoenaed FBI informant file allegedly links President Joe Biden to a bribery scheme involving a sum of five million dollars. In a letter addressed to FBI Director Christopher Wray, Comer revealed the amount of the alleged bribe and expressed frustration over the bureau’s refusal to provide the unclassified document requested through his subpoena. … Continue reading FBI Informant File Links Joe Biden to $5 Million Bribery Scheme, Rep. Comer says

Bear helps itself to 60 cupcakes from Connecticut bakery, scares employees

In a surprising incident, a ravenous black bear stormed into a bakery garage in Avon, Connecticut, causing alarm among employees and helping itself to a delectable feast of 60 cupcakes before strolling away. The staff at Taste by Spellbound had been busy loading cakes into a delivery van on Wednesday when the bear made its unexpected appearance. According to the state environmental agency, Connecticut is … Continue reading Bear helps itself to 60 cupcakes from Connecticut bakery, scares employees

Bryan Kohberger’s parents called before grand jury in Pennsylvania woman’s death

According to local reports, Michael and Maryann Kohberger, the parents of Bryan Kohberger, were summoned to testify before a Pennsylvania grand jury this week in relation to the disappearance and subsequent discovery of a deceased woman in April 2022. Dana Smithers, aged 45, was last seen departing from a friend’s residence in Monroe County on the evening of May 28, Fox News reported. Almost a … Continue reading Bryan Kohberger’s parents called before grand jury in Pennsylvania woman’s death

JPMorgan alleges wife of U.S. Virgin Islands’ ex-governor aided Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal activity

JPMorgan Chase, the nation’s largest bank, has accused the wife of a former governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands, Cecile de Jongh, of aiding convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in evading sex offender monitoring laws and facilitating various aspects of his alleged criminal activities. According to court documents filed on Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, de Jongh … Continue reading JPMorgan alleges wife of U.S. Virgin Islands’ ex-governor aided Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal activity

Nun’s body exhumed 4 years after death shows no signs of decay, sparks ‘miracle’ claims

The serene rural town of Gower in Missouri has unexpectedly become a place of pilgrimage as the exhumed body of a nun displayed no visible decomposition, even after four years since her burial. People from far and wide have been flocking to this small town, located 40 miles north of Kansas City, to witness the remarkably preserved body of Sister Wilhelmina Lancaster. Many have dubbed … Continue reading Nun’s body exhumed 4 years after death shows no signs of decay, sparks ‘miracle’ claims

Ex-ice cream truck driver who killed 2 brothers sentenced to life

After more than 12 years since the tragic attack, a former ice cream truck driver who was found guilty of killing two individuals and causing severe injuries to four others in a 2010 shooting in Florida has been sentenced to life in prison on Friday. Michael Keetley, who had been convicted in March of two counts of murder and four counts of attempted murder, received … Continue reading Ex-ice cream truck driver who killed 2 brothers sentenced to life

Serbia puts troop on high alert on border with Kosovo following clashes

Following clashes between ethnic Serbs and Kosovo police that resulted in injuries on both sides, Serbia has placed its troops on the border with Kosovo on the highest state of alert as of Friday. The conflict arose when ethnic Serbs in northern Kosovo, who constitute a majority in the region, attempted to block the entrance of municipal buildings to prevent newly elected ethnic Albanian officials … Continue reading Serbia puts troop on high alert on border with Kosovo following clashes

Killer whales damage boat in latest attack off Spain

In an incident captured on video, a sailboat off the southern coast of Spain was severely damaged by killer whales in the early hours of Thursday. According to the local maritime rescue service, a group of orcas forcefully broke the boat’s rudder and punctured its hull by ramming into it. The sailboat, named Mustique, was en route to Gibraltar at the time of the incident, … Continue reading Killer whales damage boat in latest attack off Spain

Pope Francis skipped audiences because of a fever, Vatican says

The Vatican announced on Friday that Pope Francis was unable to hold any audiences due to running a fever. Matteo Bruni, the Vatican spokesman, refrained from providing additional details regarding the health condition of the 86-year-old leader of the Roman Catholic Church. Responding to a question from a reporter about the absence of scheduled audiences earlier in the day, Bruni stated, “Because of a fever, … Continue reading Pope Francis skipped audiences because of a fever, Vatican says

At least two killed, 23 injured in Russian missile strike on Ukrainian clinic

The regional governor confirmed on Friday that a Russian missile strike on a medical facility in the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro resulted in the deaths of at least two individuals, while 23 others sustained injuries. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the missile attack, targeting a psychological clinic and a veterinary clinic, as a “crime against humanity.” Expressing his outrage on Twitter, he denounced the … Continue reading At least two killed, 23 injured in Russian missile strike on Ukrainian clinic

Passenger Opens Plane Door During Flight

During a flight in South Korea on Friday, a passenger took the initiative to open an emergency exit door, resulting in a rush of air into the cabin and causing minor injuries to 12 individuals, according to officials. Fortunately, the aircraft landed safely. The Transport Ministry reported that several passengers aboard the Asiana Airlines Airbus A321 made efforts to restrain the individual, who managed to … Continue reading Passenger Opens Plane Door During Flight

Thousands of stolen artifacts recovered by Italian police

Following a large-scale operation, Italian authorities have announced the recovery of thousands of artifacts with significant historical and financial worth, some of which were taken from graves and archaeological sites. During the operation, which involved hundreds of officers, 21 out of 51 suspects were arrested, as disclosed during a press conference held in the southern Italian region of Puglia on Wednesday, CNN reported. The arrested … Continue reading Thousands of stolen artifacts recovered by Italian police

New supernova thrills astronomers and skywatchers around the world

Astronomers and enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement over a newly observed supernova, visible through small telescopes. This captivating supernova burst onto the scene on May 19 within the Pinwheel Galaxy, also known as Messier 101 or M101, Space reported. With dark-sky conditions and the use of a wide field of view and low-power eyepiece, this galaxy becomes visible in a small telescope. Koichi Itagaki, an … Continue reading New supernova thrills astronomers and skywatchers around the world

Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated U.S. naval infrastructure

According to Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro, the U.S. Navy has been affected by the state-sponsored hack disclosed by Microsoft on Wednesday. In an interview with CNBC’s Morgan Brennan on Thursday, Del Toro stated that it was not surprising that China had engaged in such cyberattacks, as they have been behaving in this manner for decades, not just in recent years. While Del … Continue reading Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated U.S. naval infrastructure

Chinese Caught Robbing British War Graves

An unauthorized salvage operation from China is currently pillaging two British World War II warship wrecks off the coast of Malaysia, extracting valuable scrap materials such as steel, aluminum, and brass fittings. The Royal Navy has expressed concern over this activity, as reported by USNI News. Local press reports state that the vessel Chuan Hong 68 is employing a large dredging crane to extract scrap … Continue reading Chinese Caught Robbing British War Graves

Canada’s euthanasia free-for-all gets wilder

Canada is facing criticism once again for its progressive stance on assisted suicide, with calls for the eligibility of state-sanctioned deaths to be extended to the homeless and poor. A recent survey revealed that more than a quarter of Canadians believe that being impoverished or unhoused should be sufficient grounds for a doctor to administer a lethal dose of drugs, the Daily Mail reported. The … Continue reading Canada’s euthanasia free-for-all gets wilder

Mysterious boom rattles SC; Homes shake

Authorities in South Carolina are currently investigating the cause of a puzzling boom that startled residents and caused homes to shake in multiple cities. However, officials have stated that they do not believe the incident was caused by an earthquake, UPI reported. Reports of a loud noise emerged on Tuesday morning around 8:40 a.m. from residents in the Lowcountry area of the state. One resident … Continue reading Mysterious boom rattles SC; Homes shake

POLL: 40% of Democrats not backing Biden in primary

According to a recent CNN poll conducted by SSRS, President Joe Biden begins his campaign for a second term with a substantial advantage over his declared opponents for the Democratic nomination. However, he faces challenges among the general public, with declining favorability ratings and a widespread belief that his reelection would have more negative than positive implications for the country. Only a third of Americans … Continue reading POLL: 40% of Democrats not backing Biden in primary

Mexican President: Don’t vote DeSantis

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador urged Hispanic individuals in Florida to refrain from voting for Governor Ron DeSantis (R), who recently launched his 2024 presidential campaign, citing concerns over his immigration policies. During his daily press conference, López Obrador expressed his hope that Hispanic voters in Florida would awaken and withhold their support from candidates who persecute and lack respect for migrants. He commented … Continue reading Mexican President: Don’t vote DeSantis

States want children to fill labor shortages, even in bars and on school nights

Legislators in multiple states are embracing proposed laws that would permit children to work in occupations that involve greater hazards, allow them to work longer hours on school nights, and expand their roles, including serving alcohol in bars and restaurants from the age of 14. These efforts to significantly relax labor regulations are primarily driven by Republican lawmakers who aim to address workforce shortages and, … Continue reading States want children to fill labor shortages, even in bars and on school nights

Oath Keepers founder sentenced to 18 years in Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case

The founder of the far-right Oath Keepers organization has been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison after being convicted of seditious conspiracy in connection with the January 6th Capitol attack. This sentence is the most severe imposed on any defendant related to the events of that day, NBC News reported. During a politically charged speech in the courtroom just before his sentencing, Stewart Rhodes … Continue reading Oath Keepers founder sentenced to 18 years in Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case

Dems to Biden: Get ‘off the bench’

In the midst of an unyielding debt ceiling dispute, there appeared to be a fleeting possibility of progress. Speaking from an elegant hall on Wednesday, Speaker Kevin McCarthy indicated that Republicans were prepared to offer important concessions to Democrats. However, McCarthy’s revealed concessions turned out to be familiar Republican policy stances: spending caps and work requirements for social safety programs, Politico reported. These demands aligned … Continue reading Dems to Biden: Get ‘off the bench’

McCarthy says debt ceiling standoff ‘not my fault,’ as White House warns of economic risks

On Wednesday, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy adopted a defiant stance, absolving himself of responsibility for the debt ceiling standoff. He dispatched Republican negotiators to the White House to conclude discussions but emphasized that more time is required for reaching a budget agreement with President Joe Biden, the Associated Press reported. McCarthy expressed cautious optimism about the prospects of reaching a resolution before an impending deadline, … Continue reading McCarthy says debt ceiling standoff ‘not my fault,’ as White House warns of economic risks

House Reps leave town with no debt ceiling deal

Ahead of a looming risk of a debt default, House lawmakers are departing Washington for an extended holiday weekend on Thursday afternoon. Despite negotiators claiming progress in their efforts to reach a deal that would avert a default next week, there was no sign of an imminent agreement on Thursday, the Hill reported. House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy stated that both sides had yet to … Continue reading House Reps leave town with no debt ceiling deal