Lawmakers tour site of Trump assassination attempt

Rep. Mike Kelly, chairman of the House task force investigating the July 13 assassination attempt on Donald Trump, criticized the delayed response from law enforcement when gunman Thomas Crooks was first spotted at the Butler Farm Show fairgrounds in Pennsylvania. Despite snipers identifying Crooks 90 minutes before he opened fire, killing one and injuring two others, they awaited authorization to shoot. Kelly questioned who was … Continue reading Lawmakers tour site of Trump assassination attempt

RFK Jr. won’t be able to remove himself from ballots in Michigan and Wisconsin

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will remain on the ballots in Michigan and Wisconsin despite ending his independent presidential campaign and endorsing Donald Trump. Michigan officials confirmed that Kennedy, who was nominated by the Natural Law Party, cannot withdraw from the ballot. Similarly, Wisconsin’s election commission voted against his request to remove his name, citing state law. However, a court ruling in Nevada will keep Kennedy … Continue reading RFK Jr. won’t be able to remove himself from ballots in Michigan and Wisconsin

4th arrest made in connection to deadly ambush shooting livestreamed at Birmingham apartment complex

A fourth person was arrested in connection with the ambush shooting that killed 21-year-old Asia Poole at the Monarch Ridge Apartments last week. Aacoreyah Denae Woods, 20, was charged with murder, attempted murder, and discharging a firearm into an occupied dwelling. Previously, a teen and two men—Ja’niyah Hendrix, Justin Hendrix, and Taylor McCloud—were also arrested, with charges ranging from theft to murder. The incident involved … Continue reading 4th arrest made in connection to deadly ambush shooting livestreamed at Birmingham apartment complex

Dog breeder found dead and as many as 10 of his Doberman puppies have vanished

A dog breeder, Paul Peavey, was found dead in Colorado, and up to 10 of his Doberman puppies are missing, prompting authorities to investigate his death as a homicide. Peavey, 57, was last heard from on August 19 and reported missing on August 21. His body was discovered three days later by a search party. The Clear Creek County Sheriff’s Office and the Colorado Bureau … Continue reading Dog breeder found dead and as many as 10 of his Doberman puppies have vanished

2 workers killed, 1 injured in tire explosion at a Delta Air Lines shop in Atlanta

Two workers were killed, and another was seriously injured in a tire explosion at a Delta Air Lines maintenance facility near Atlanta airport on Tuesday. The explosion occurred while disassembling wheel components at a wheel and brake shop, unrelated to any aircraft. The cause of the explosion is under investigation by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Delta. The incident did not affect … Continue reading 2 workers killed, 1 injured in tire explosion at a Delta Air Lines shop in Atlanta

Colorado man left behind during office retreat survives night on mountain

A Colorado man survived a night alone and injured on Mount Shavano after being left behind by his co-workers during an office hiking retreat. The hiker became disoriented after summiting and, despite sending location updates, was hit by a storm, losing cell signal and his way. A search and rescue operation was launched after he was reported overdue, with teams battling harsh conditions. The hiker … Continue reading Colorado man left behind during office retreat survives night on mountain

People who repressed dissidents in Cuba moving to USA

Activists from the Miami-based Foundation for Human Rights in Cuba revealed that former Cuban regime members, involved in repressing dissidents, have exploited the U.S. immigration system to settle in the country amid a mass exodus from Cuba. The organization has identified 1,015 individuals who harassed and imprisoned critics in Cuba, with 115 of them already living in the U.S. These include former Communist Party officials, … Continue reading People who repressed dissidents in Cuba moving to USA

New Taliban law bans women from speaking in public, showing their faces

The Taliban dismissed criticism from the United Nations regarding new vice and virtue laws that further restrict women’s freedoms in Afghanistan, including banning them from showing their faces or speaking in public. UNAMA chief Roza Otunbayeva expressed concern, calling the laws a “distressing vision” for the country’s future. The Taliban’s spokesperson, Zabihullah Mujahid, warned against “arrogance” from those unfamiliar with Islamic law and emphasized the … Continue reading New Taliban law bans women from speaking in public, showing their faces

Namibia plans to kill more than 700 animals including elephants and hippos

Namibia plans to cull over 700 wild animals, including elephants, zebras, and hippos, to distribute the meat to those facing severe food insecurity due to the country’s worst drought in a century. The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism announced that animals will be culled from areas with sustainable populations by professional hunters, aiming to alleviate drought impacts and reduce human-wildlife conflicts. The drought, exacerbated … Continue reading Namibia plans to kill more than 700 animals including elephants and hippos

Fire rages at oil depot in Russia’s Rostov after Ukraine drone attack

A Ukrainian drone attack set an oil depot on fire in Russia’s Rostov region, according to regional Governor Vasily Golubev. The attack, which took place overnight, resulted in a blaze at the depot in Rostov’s Kamensky district, though no casualties were reported. Russia’s Ministry of Defence claimed to have destroyed four drones in the region but did not mention the oil depot strike. This incident … Continue reading Fire rages at oil depot in Russia’s Rostov after Ukraine drone attack

Captain of superyacht that sank off Sicily declines to respond to prosecutor questions

The captain of a superyacht that sank during a storm off Sicily, resulting in the deaths of seven people, chose not to respond to prosecutors’ questions on Tuesday. James Cutfield, a 51-year-old New Zealander, is under investigation for possible manslaughter and culpable shipwreck charges. He was among 15 survivors of the August 19th sinking, which claimed the lives of British tech magnate Mike Lynch, his … Continue reading Captain of superyacht that sank off Sicily declines to respond to prosecutor questions

Israeli forces launch a big operation in the West Bank and kill at least 10 militants

Israeli forces launched a significant operation in the occupied West Bank, targeting Hamas militants and sealing off the city of Jenin. The operation, one of the largest in months, resulted in the deaths of at least 10 Hamas militants. Israel claims the operation is necessary to prevent attacks, while Palestinians fear it signals an expansion of the conflict and a threat to their future state. … Continue reading Israeli forces launch a big operation in the West Bank and kill at least 10 militants

Blue Ghost, a robotic moon lander built by Firefly Aerospace, to launch soon on SpaceX Falcon 9

Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost, a 6½-foot-tall robotic moon lander, is set to launch later this year aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral. This mission, part of NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative, will carry scientific instruments to the Moon’s Mare Crisium basin. Currently undergoing environmental testing at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Blue Ghost is expected to gather critical data for future human … Continue reading Blue Ghost, a robotic moon lander built by Firefly Aerospace, to launch soon on SpaceX Falcon 9

Apple is expected to debut the first generative AI iPhone at its September 9 event

Apple has announced a special event on September 9, where the iPhone 16 is expected to be unveiled. The event, tagged “It’s Glowtime,” will be held at the Steve Jobs Theater and streamed online. The iPhone 16 is anticipated to feature advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, building on AI tools like personalized Genmoji and a smarter Siri, introduced earlier this year. While the AI enhancements … Continue reading Apple is expected to debut the first generative AI iPhone at its September 9 event

Australians get ‘right to disconnect’ after hours

Australia has implemented a “right to disconnect” law, allowing employees to ignore work-related communications after hours without fear of punishment. This new rule aims to help workers achieve better work-life balance, addressing the issue of unpaid overtime, which averages 281 hours annually in Australia. While employers can still contact workers after hours, employees now have the right not to respond unless it’s deemed unreasonable. The … Continue reading Australians get ‘right to disconnect’ after hours

FTC Challenges Kroger Merger

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has begun a trial to block Kroger’s $25 billion merger with Albertsons, arguing that it would reduce competition and harm consumers in the grocery industry. Despite Kroger’s promises to lower prices and divest nearly 600 stores to C&S Wholesale Grocers, the FTC and several states have filed lawsuits, claiming the merger would lead to higher grocery prices and weaken union … Continue reading FTC Challenges Kroger Merger

Canada hits China-made electric cars with 100% tariff

Canada will impose a 100% tariff on China-made electric vehicles (EVs) and a 25% duty on Chinese steel and aluminum, following similar moves by the US and EU. These measures, set to take effect in October, are in response to accusations that China unfairly subsidizes its EV industry. China has criticized the tariffs as “trade protectionism” and a violation of World Trade Organization rules. Canadian … Continue reading Canada hits China-made electric cars with 100% tariff

Bitcoin millionaires surge 111% in a year amid crypto rally

The number of Bitcoin millionaires surged by 111% over the past year, with 85,000 people now holding over $1 million in BTC, according to Henley and Partners’ 2024 Crypto Wealth Report. The total number of cryptocurrency millionaires globally also rose to 172,300, a 95% increase. The report highlighted significant growth among the crypto wealthy, including a 79% rise in those holding over $100 million and … Continue reading Bitcoin millionaires surge 111% in a year amid crypto rally

Germany’s Scholz promises more deportations after visiting mass stabbing scene

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz vowed to increase deportations following a deadly mass stabbing in Solingen, linked to the Islamic State, which has intensified far-right opposition and criticism of his migration policies. The attack, which killed three and injured eight, has heightened political tensions ahead of upcoming state elections, with the far-right AfD party using the incident to bolster its anti-migration campaign. However, experts believe the … Continue reading Germany’s Scholz promises more deportations after visiting mass stabbing scene

Chaos in France after Macron refuses to name prime minister from leftwing coalition

France faces political turmoil after President Emmanuel Macron refused to appoint a prime minister from the leftwing coalition, the New Popular Front (NFP), which won the most seats in the recent parliamentary election. Macron’s decision, following failed talks to resolve the deadlock in the divided Assemblée Nationale, sparked anger and threats of impeachment from the NFP. The coalition insists that its candidate, Lucie Castets, should … Continue reading Chaos in France after Macron refuses to name prime minister from leftwing coalition

No Evidence that Maduro Won, Says Top Venezuelan Election Official

A top-ranking election official in Venezuela, Juan Carlos Delpino, has openly criticized the results of July’s disputed presidential election, stating that there is no evidence President Nicolás Maduro won. Delpino, who is part of the national electoral committee and aligned with the opposition, emphasized transparency in his statement. Despite growing international demands for vote transparency, the Maduro-controlled Supreme Court declared Maduro the winner. As global … Continue reading No Evidence that Maduro Won, Says Top Venezuelan Election Official

Special counsel asks court to revive charges against Trump in documents case

U.S. Special Counsel Jack Smith has asked a federal appeals court to reinstate the criminal case against Donald Trump for retaining classified documents, after a lower court dismissed the indictment in July. The dismissal by U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon, who ruled that Smith’s appointment was unlawful, is being challenged by Smith’s team, arguing that the Attorney General has the authority to appoint special … Continue reading Special counsel asks court to revive charges against Trump in documents case

Hundreds of Bush, McCain, Romney alums endorse Kamala

Over 200 Republicans, who previously worked for former President George W. Bush, the late Sen. John McCain, and Sen. Mitt Romney, have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president in an open letter. This letter, signed by 238 individuals, follows the Democratic National Convention, which featured several Republican detractors of the GOP nominee. The group, which includes former staffers of Bush, McCain, and Romney, had … Continue reading Hundreds of Bush, McCain, Romney alums endorse Kamala

Colorado man charged with threatening to kill election officials and judges

A Colorado man, Teak Brockbank, has been charged by federal prosecutors with threatening to kill election officials and a local judge. Brockbank allegedly posted violent messages online, accusing officials of treason and calling for their execution, particularly targeting those who ruled against former President Donald Trump in election-related cases. He faces charges of transmitting interstate threats, which could result in up to five years in … Continue reading Colorado man charged with threatening to kill election officials and judges

1 dead as landslide sweeps across roads, into homes in Alaska, officials say

A landslide in Ketchikan, Alaska, has killed at least one person, injured three others, and caused significant damage to roads and homes. The landslide occurred on Sunday afternoon, prompting mandatory evacuations and search and rescue operations by Alaska State Troopers and local authorities. Governor Mike Dunleavy issued an Alaska Disaster Emergency Declaration, and local leaders also declared a Joint Disaster Emergency. The landslide, described as … Continue reading 1 dead as landslide sweeps across roads, into homes in Alaska, officials say