NATO and Ukraine hold emergency talks after Russia’s hypersonic missile attack

NATO and Ukraine will hold emergency talks after a Russian Oreshnik missile strike in central Ukraine escalated the war, now 33 months long. Putin claimed the strike responded to Ukraine’s use of Western-provided missiles and warned of more attacks using advanced weaponry. The missile, which hit Dnipro at Mach 11, led to heightened security and calls from President Zelenskyy for global action to deter Russia. … Continue reading NATO and Ukraine hold emergency talks after Russia’s hypersonic missile attack

Walmart must pay $35 million to a truck driver it falsely accused of fraud, jury says

Walmart was ordered to pay nearly $35 million to former truck driver Jesus “Jesse” Fonseca after a California jury found the retailer falsely accused him of workers’ compensation fraud and wrongfully terminated him. Fonseca, who worked for Walmart for 14 years, was injured in a 2017 accident and filed a workers’ comp claim. Despite medical restrictions, Walmart allegedly failed to accommodate him and later fired … Continue reading Walmart must pay $35 million to a truck driver it falsely accused of fraud, jury says

Florida’s surgeon general advises against adding fluoride to drinking water

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo urged communities to stop adding fluoride to drinking water, citing potential neuropsychiatric risks and IQ reduction concerns. While fluoride is proven to reduce tooth decay by 25% and is widely endorsed by health organizations like the CDC and ADA, Ladapo highlighted the need for further research on its safety. Critics argue his stance undermines public health, noting his history of … Continue reading Florida’s surgeon general advises against adding fluoride to drinking water

Colorado funeral home owners accused of letting 190 bodies decay plead guilty to corpse abuse

Jon and Carie Hallford, owners of Colorado’s Return to Nature Funeral Home, pleaded guilty to corpse abuse after authorities discovered 190 decomposing bodies improperly stored in a building since 2019. Families were given fake ashes, often dry concrete, while the Hallfords spent customers’ money and pandemic relief funds on luxury items and travel. The remains, found last year in a decaying, insect-infested building, prompted Colorado … Continue reading Colorado funeral home owners accused of letting 190 bodies decay plead guilty to corpse abuse

Ex-sheriff indicted on murder charge in the slaying of a judge in Kentucky

Former Kentucky sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines was indicted for the murder of District Judge Kevin Mullins, who was fatally shot in his courthouse chambers on September 19. Stines, 43, allegedly entered Mullins’ office, spoke briefly with him, and then opened fire, killing the 54-year-old judge. He surrendered at the scene and pleaded not guilty. A court video showed Stines shooting Mullins multiple times as he … Continue reading Ex-sheriff indicted on murder charge in the slaying of a judge in Kentucky

Colorado dentist charged with poisoning his wife’s protein shakes faces new charges

Colorado dentist James Craig, accused of fatally poisoning his wife Angela with cyanide and eyedrop chemicals, now faces additional charges, including solicitation to commit murder and perjury. Angela, a mother of six, died in March 2023 after falling ill from a poisoned protein shake. Prosecutors allege Craig conducted online searches about undetectable poisons and faking heart attacks, coinciding with the start of an affair. Craig … Continue reading Colorado dentist charged with poisoning his wife’s protein shakes faces new charges

Norwegian guard at US Embassy in Oslo arrested over allegations of spying for Russia and Iran

A Norwegian man in his 20s, employed as a security guard at the US Embassy in Oslo, was arrested for allegedly spying for Russia and Iran. He is accused of collecting and sharing sensitive information with foreign authorities, though he denies being a spy. Norway’s intelligence service confirmed the arrest, citing charges of attempted aggravated intelligence activities involving state secrets. The investigation is ongoing, and … Continue reading Norwegian guard at US Embassy in Oslo arrested over allegations of spying for Russia and Iran

More than 100 suspected gang members have been killed as vigilantism grows in Haiti

At least 108 suspected gang members were killed over three days in Haiti as violence surged, with residents and police clashing with armed gangs attempting to seize neighborhoods like Pétion-Ville. Many deaths occurred during a single day, with victims killed by police or machete-wielding residents who often burned the bodies. The violence reflects Haiti’s collapsing justice system, weak governance, and rising vigilantism, known as the … Continue reading More than 100 suspected gang members have been killed as vigilantism grows in Haiti

A police chief in Mexico kills himself as troops try to arrest him in a corruption probe

In central Mexico, a police chief in Texcaltitlán took his own life as troops moved to arrest him during “Operation Swarm,” a large-scale anti-corruption raid targeting officials linked to criminal groups. Federal authorities arrested seven individuals, including mayors and police chiefs from towns such as Amanalco and Tejupilco, as well as suburban areas near Mexico City. Charges include extortion, kidnapping, and homicide, with links to … Continue reading A police chief in Mexico kills himself as troops try to arrest him in a corruption probe

Hostel owner detained over deaths of 6 backpackers

Authorities in Laos have detained the owner and staff of a backpacker hostel after six tourists, including British lawyer Simone White and Australian teens Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles, died from suspected methanol poisoning. The victims reportedly consumed free shots laced with methanol at a bar. Methanol poisoning, often linked to counterfeit alcohol, caused severe illness in at least 12 others, including two Danish women … Continue reading Hostel owner detained over deaths of 6 backpackers

Five settlers arrested after attempted attack on IDF Central Command chief

During the “Life of Sarah” Shabbat in Hebron, dozens of right-wing settlers harassed Central Command chief Major-General Avi Bluth, chasing him and other officers, blocking roads, and shouting insults as they attempted to disrupt his operational activities. Police arrested five rioters, and the crowd was dispersed shortly after. The IDF strongly condemned the incident, stating it takes violence against its service members seriously and denounces … Continue reading Five settlers arrested after attempted attack on IDF Central Command chief

Solar Orbiter Snaps Sharpest Ever Images of the Sun

NASA and the European Space Agency’s Solar Orbiter spacecraft has captured the highest resolution images of the Sun’s surface ever taken. On March 22, 2023, when the spacecraft was 45 million miles from the Sun, it used its PHI and EUI instruments to capture detailed images of the photosphere, magnetic field, and corona. The images reveal granular patterns on the Sun’s surface, sunspots, and the … Continue reading Solar Orbiter Snaps Sharpest Ever Images of the Sun

The International Space Station adjusts its orbit to avoid space debris

On Tuesday, NASA conducted an orbital shift of the International Space Station (ISS) to avoid a piece of space debris. The maneuver, which lasted 5 minutes and 31 seconds, raised the ISS’s orbit to create more distance from debris from a defunct satellite that broke up in 2015. The debris would have come within 2.5 miles of the station. This was the first debris-avoidance maneuver … Continue reading The International Space Station adjusts its orbit to avoid space debris

SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites from Florida

SpaceX launched 24 more Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral on November 21, marking the company’s seventh launch in a week. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off at 11:07 a.m. EST, with its first stage successfully landing on the droneship “A Shortfall of Gravitas” in the Atlantic. This marked the 20th launch and landing for the booster, with 16 of those being Starlink missions. The upper … Continue reading SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites from Florida

Small robot convinces 12 larger robots to leave work and come home with it

Erbai, a small AI-powered robot from Unitree Robotics, “kidnapped” 12 larger robots from a showroom in Zhejiang, China, in a viral video. The incident shows Erbai engaging in a human-like conversation with the robots, convincing them to leave their workstations and follow it. Initially thought to be a prank or CGI, both Erbai’s creators and the makers of the larger robots confirmed the video’s authenticity. … Continue reading Small robot convinces 12 larger robots to leave work and come home with it

American Airlines to shame boarding line cutters with new technology

American Airlines has introduced new technology at over 100 U.S. airports to prevent passengers from boarding before their group is called. Scanning a boarding pass prematurely triggers an alert and denies access. The system, tested at select airports, will expand to hubs during the busy Thanksgiving travel period, as the airline expects 8.3 million passengers, CNBC has reported. This move aims to protect early boarding … Continue reading American Airlines to shame boarding line cutters with new technology

DirecTV to Scrap Merger With Rival Dish

DirecTV has officially terminated its agreement to acquire Dish Network and Sling TV from Echostar, citing failed bond exchange negotiations with Dish’s creditors. Echostar’s offer to reduce Dish’s $9.75 billion debt by $70 million was rejected, leading DirecTV to withdraw to protect its financial stability. CEO Bill Morrow emphasized DirecTV’s focus on innovation and flexibility, supported by TPG Capital, which owns a stake in DirecTV. … Continue reading DirecTV to Scrap Merger With Rival Dish

Bitcoin Nears $100K, With Crypto Market Cap at Record $3.4T

Bitcoin (BTC) surged above $99,000 on Friday, nearing the $100,000 mark, with a 2% daily increase driving the crypto market’s total capitalization to a record $3.4 trillion. U.S.-based BTC ETFs saw over $1 billion in net inflows, led by BlackRock ($600M) and Fidelity ($300M), with no outflows reported. Other tokens also rallied, including Ethereum (ETH) up 9%, XRP soaring 25% following SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s … Continue reading Bitcoin Nears $100K, With Crypto Market Cap at Record $3.4T

Over 83 tons of ground beef recalled nationwide

Wolverine Packing Co. has recalled 167,277 pounds of ground beef due to potential E. coli contamination, affecting fresh and frozen products shipped nationwide. The recall follows an outbreak in Minnesota, where 15 people fell ill after consuming the beef. Products bear the establishment number “EST. 2574B” and include fresh items with a use-by date of November 14, 2024, and frozen items produced on October 22, … Continue reading Over 83 tons of ground beef recalled nationwide

Democrats strike deal to get more Biden judges confirmed

The Senate struck a deal to expedite judicial confirmations, allowing votes on seven district court judges after Thanksgiving and six more in December but excluding four of President Biden’s appellate nominees. This brings Biden closer to Trump’s first-term record of 234 confirmed judges, with Biden’s total at 221. Excluded nominees include Adeel Mangi, who would have been the first Muslim American federal appellate judge, the … Continue reading Democrats strike deal to get more Biden judges confirmed

Democrat Bob Casey concedes to Republican David McCormick in Pennsylvania

Democratic Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania conceded his reelection bid to Republican David McCormick after a statewide recount confirmed McCormick’s 16,000-vote lead. Casey’s campaign faced legal setbacks over mail-in and provisional ballot disputes, while McCormick, a former hedge fund CEO, regained a GOP Senate seat with strong financial backing. Republicans will hold a 53-47 Senate majority next year, the Associated Press has reported. Written by … Continue reading Democrat Bob Casey concedes to Republican David McCormick in Pennsylvania

Arrest warrant issued for Netanyahu by International Criminal Court

The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif, accusing them of crimes against humanity and war crimes. Netanyahu and Gallant were charged with depriving Gaza civilians of essentials like food, water, and medicine and hampering humanitarian aid, while Deif was accused of orchestrating the October 7 attack, which … Continue reading Arrest warrant issued for Netanyahu by International Criminal Court

Brazil police to formally accuse Bolsonaro of coup plot

Brazil’s Federal Police have accused former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others, including ex-ministers and aides, of plotting a coup after his 2022 election loss. The charges allege plans for the violent overthrow of democracy, with some accused of plotting to assassinate President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva before his inauguration. The case has been sent to the Supreme Court for potential prosecution. Bolsonaro, denying … Continue reading Brazil police to formally accuse Bolsonaro of coup plot

Trump picks Pam Bondi as attorney general after Matt Gaetz withdraws 

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Pam Bondi, a veteran prosecutor and former Florida attorney general, as his pick for attorney general after Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration. Bondi, a longtime Trump ally, served on his legal team during his first impeachment trial and supported him in court appearances. She has also worked on Trump’s Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission and leads the America First Policy … Continue reading Trump picks Pam Bondi as attorney general after Matt Gaetz withdraws 

Father of Georgia high school shooting suspect pleads not guilty

Colin Gray, 54, pleaded not guilty to 29 charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter, for allegedly giving his son, Colt Gray, 14, the firearm used in a mass shooting at Georgia’s Apalachee High School on September 4. The shooting killed two teachers and two students, leaving nine others injured. Colt, charged as an adult with 55 counts, including four counts of murder and 25 … Continue reading Father of Georgia high school shooting suspect pleads not guilty