Atlanta prosecutor is jailed for stealing $15m of Covid funds

Shelitha Robertson, a former assistant city attorney of Atlanta and life advice podcaster, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for fraudulently securing about $15 million in COVID relief loans. Robertson, 62, used the funds for lavish purchases, including a 10-carat diamond ring, a Rolls Royce, and a motorbike. Despite appearing on her daughter’s “Mommy & Me” podcast to give advice on hard work … Continue reading Atlanta prosecutor is jailed for stealing $15m of Covid funds

Large chunk of Wyoming Teton Pass road collapses

A significant portion of a winding mountain pass road in Wyoming collapsed, creating a large gap and cutting off a key commuter route between eastern Idaho towns and Jackson, a popular tourist destination. Aerial and drone footage revealed deep cracks and a missing section of the Teton Pass road, with part of the guardrail hanging over the edge. The road was closed at the time … Continue reading Large chunk of Wyoming Teton Pass road collapses

‘Shaken’ Danish PM cancels appointments after street attack

Danish authorities stated that an attack on Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, which left her “shaken” but unharmed, is not believed to be politically motivated. A 39-year-old Polish man, who assaulted Frederiksen in a Copenhagen square on Friday evening, has been detained until June 20. Prosecutor Taruh Sekeroglu indicated the man is suspected of violence against a public servant and is considered a flight risk. Frederiksen, … Continue reading ‘Shaken’ Danish PM cancels appointments after street attack

European Parliament poised for rightward shift after final voting

Voters in 21 EU countries, including France and Germany, will wrap up a four-day European Parliament election on Sunday. This election is expected to shift the assembly to the right and increase the number of eurosceptic nationalists. The outcome will influence how the EU, a bloc of 450 million people, addresses challenges such as a hostile Russia, competition from China and the U.S., climate change, … Continue reading European Parliament poised for rightward shift after final voting

Secret Service Retreats After Being Confronted By Pro-Palestine Protesters In Front Of White House

Secret Service and U.S. Park Police retreated from Lafayette Square near the White House on Saturday after being surrounded by pro-Palestine protesters. The demonstrators, protesting U.S. support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas, chanted slogans rejecting a two-state solution, called for an “intifada,” and condemned President Biden. They also encircled the police, forcing them to retreat while shouting hostile chants. Reporter Julio Rosas noted … Continue reading Secret Service Retreats After Being Confronted By Pro-Palestine Protesters In Front Of White House

Israeli military rescues 4 hostages; more than 200 Palestinians killed

Israeli security forces rescued four hostages, including Noa Argamani, during a raid in central Gaza on Saturday. The operation, which officials say resulted in many Palestinian casualties, also freed Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv. The hostages, abducted by Hamas at the Nova music festival on October 7, were taken to Sheba Tel-HaShomer Medical Center and are in good condition. The United States … Continue reading Israeli military rescues 4 hostages; more than 200 Palestinians killed

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen attacked by man in Copenhagen

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was assaulted by a man in Copenhagen, according to a statement from her office to CNN. The incident occurred on Friday evening at Kultorvet public square, after which the assailant was arrested. Frederiksen’s office stated that she was shocked by the attack but provided no further details on her condition, CNN reported. Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa expressed disbelief and … Continue reading Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen attacked by man in Copenhagen

British PM Rishi Sunak apologizes for skipping D-Day commemorations to campaign for election

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faced backlash and apologized for departing the D-Day 80th anniversary commemorations early to film a TV interview, a move criticized for its impact on his struggling election campaign. While Sunak attended part of the events in Normandy, France, he missed the international ceremony at Omaha Beach attended by world leaders and veterans. His apology, acknowledging the mistake and expressing regret … Continue reading British PM Rishi Sunak apologizes for skipping D-Day commemorations to campaign for election

Siberia’s ‘Gateway to Hell’ is rapidly expanding in size

Scientists have found that a crater in Siberia, known as the Batagaika slump or the “Gateway to Hell,” is expanding more rapidly than expected due to climate change, posing risks to the local habitat. Located in the Yana Highlands, this crater spans about 200 acres and is visible from space. Detected in 1991, it has grown significantly as global warming melts the permafrost. A recent … Continue reading Siberia’s ‘Gateway to Hell’ is rapidly expanding in size

Russia alleges US to blame for civilian deaths

Russia has escalated its rhetoric against the West, accusing the United States of enabling Ukraine’s alleged use of US-supplied weapons against civilians in Russia and blaming France for increasing tensions across Europe. Maria Zakharova, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokeswoman, claimed that the US’s approval for Ukraine to use these weapons against Russia equates to admitting responsibility for the deaths of civilians in the … Continue reading Russia alleges US to blame for civilian deaths

Wild pigs, conquering all Florida counties, now taking over USA

Wild hogs, introduced to Florida by Spanish settlers in the 1500s, have spread to at least 35 states, leading to concerns about a “feral swine bomb” due to their rapidly growing population. These invasive pigs pose significant threats to agriculture by damaging crops, particularly corn, and could also introduce a deadly disease that threatens the U.S. pork industry. As urban development encroaches on wild lands, … Continue reading Wild pigs, conquering all Florida counties, now taking over USA

Prosecutors in Hunter Biden Trial Rest Case

The prosecution has concluded its case in Hunter Biden’s federal gun charges trial, after presenting testimony from a drug expert and an FBI chemist. The jury has been dismissed until Monday. Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, faces three felony charges: lying to a gun dealer, falsely claiming he was not a drug user, and illegally possessing a gun for 11 days. He has … Continue reading Prosecutors in Hunter Biden Trial Rest Case

Southern Baptists poised to ban churches with women pastors

At the SBC’s annual meeting in June, representatives will vote on a constitutional amendment to ban churches with women in pastoral roles. T his measure, which received strong preliminary support last year, could lead to the expulsion of churches like First Baptist, which has long supported the SBC. The church expressed its dismay at the SBC’s direction. The proposed ban could impact hundreds of congregations, … Continue reading Southern Baptists poised to ban churches with women pastors

Biden apologizes to Zelenskyy for congressional holdup to weapons

On Friday, President Joe Biden publicly apologized to Ukraine for a months-long delay in U.S. military assistance caused by congressional holdups, which had allowed Russia to gain ground in the war. Meeting in Paris with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Biden emphasized continued U.S. support, comparing the current effort to assist Ukraine to the World War II Allied coalition. This meeting followed the 80th anniversary of … Continue reading Biden apologizes to Zelenskyy for congressional holdup to weapons

Shouting match ensues between Arab officials at Blinken meeting

About a month ago, a meeting in Riyadh between US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and senior Arab officials erupted into a heated exchange between the UAE’s foreign minister and a senior adviser to the Palestinian president. This confrontation, reported by five sources, highlights skepticism about the Palestinian Authority’s planned reforms and reflects internal disputes among Arab leaders, potentially undermining the Biden administration’s strategy for … Continue reading Shouting match ensues between Arab officials at Blinken meeting

Biden asks Americans to recommit to democracy in speech in Normandy

In his second speech in as many days in Normandy, President Biden focused on rallying support for Ukraine amidst its war with Russia. He invoked the bravery of the Army Rangers from D-Day, suggesting they would support defending freedom against Putin’s aggression in Europe today. Although Biden did not mention his Republican rival, Donald Trump, directly, he criticized isolationist tendencies, implying a rebuke of Trump, … Continue reading Biden asks Americans to recommit to democracy in speech in Normandy

Biden tells Muir US weapons will not be used to strike Moscow, Kremlin

In an exclusive interview with ABC News anchor David Muir at the Normandy American Cemetery on the 80th anniversary of D-Day, President Joe Biden emphasized that U.S. weapons would not be used to strike Moscow or the Kremlin, despite authorizing their use by Ukraine in Russia. When asked if U.S.-made weapons had already been used in Russia, Biden clarified that their use was limited to … Continue reading Biden tells Muir US weapons will not be used to strike Moscow, Kremlin

Russian warships, including nuke sub, missile frigate, will arrive in Cuba next week

Next week, three Russian Navy ships and a nuclear-powered submarine will visit the Port of Havana, according to a statement from the Cuban armed forces. This visit, set to begin on June 12 and last for a week, includes the Russian missile frigate Admiral Gorshkov, the nuclear sub Kazan, the oil tanker Pashin, and the salvage tug Nikolai Chiker. The Cuban Revolutionary Armed Forces emphasized … Continue reading Russian warships, including nuke sub, missile frigate, will arrive in Cuba next week

A new space plane gets ready for launch from Florida

Sierra Space’s new spacecraft, the Dream Chaser, has arrived at the Kennedy Space Center, promising a new era of space exploration reminiscent of the space shuttle era. Designed to transport cargo to and from the International Space Station, the Dream Chaser is set to debut its first launch in September with its initial model, named Tenacity. Former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn, now part of … Continue reading A new space plane gets ready for launch from Florida

New visible star will be as bright as North Star 

A distant star known as “Blaze Star,” officially designated T Coronae Borealis (T CrB), located 3,000 light-years away from our solar system, is expected to become visible to the naked eye for the first time since 1946. According to NASA, it is anticipated to significantly brighten from its current magnitude of +10 to magnitude +2 by September 2024. This would make it about as bright … Continue reading New visible star will be as bright as North Star 

Boeing Starliner team detects new helium leaks en route to space station

Boeing’s Starliner mission, which had a decade-long preparation, faces new challenges on its journey to the International Space Station, as reported by NASA. Late Wednesday, the space agency revealed on X that two additional helium leaks were detected on the spacecraft. While one leak had been identified before launch and deemed acceptable, the discovery of two new leaks prompted mission control to instruct astronauts Butch … Continue reading Boeing Starliner team detects new helium leaks en route to space station

Flight attendant union rejects American Airlines’ proposed 17% pay raise

American Airlines flight attendants, represented by a labor union, have rejected the company’s proposal for an immediate 17% pay raise. CEO Robert Isom had offered this wage increase earlier on Wednesday as contract negotiations continue without resolution, potentially bringing the threat of a strike closer. The airline and the Association of Professional Flight Attendants have faced challenges in reaching a new contract agreement, particularly regarding … Continue reading Flight attendant union rejects American Airlines’ proposed 17% pay raise

People are exiting the stock market in droves

This summer, instead of the typical lull in market activity as investors head for vacation spots, the US stock market is experiencing significant shrinkage. Investors are withdrawing their funds at a near-record pace, signaling concerns about the US economy. This departure from the usual “sell in May and go away” trend suggests a broader shift in market sentiment. Bank of America analysts reported that their … Continue reading People are exiting the stock market in droves

Janet Yellen warns AI in finance poses ‘significant risks’

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is set to deliver a warning to bankers and tech leaders about the dual nature of artificial intelligence (AI) during a conference on financial stability. In her speech, Yellen will acknowledge the vast rewards AI offers to the financial sector but also highlight the potential risks it poses. She will emphasize that while AI has already been leveraged for forecasting, fraud … Continue reading Janet Yellen warns AI in finance poses ‘significant risks’

Texas is coming for Wall Street with a new BlackRock-backed stock exchange

A new national stock exchange, headquartered in Dallas and supported by major Wall Street players like BlackRock and Citadel, is gearing up to challenge the dominance of the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. The TXSE Group, backed by over two dozen investors with $120 million in funding, plans to file for registration with the US Securities and Exchange Commission later this year. Led by … Continue reading Texas is coming for Wall Street with a new BlackRock-backed stock exchange