Woman run over, killed after armed robbery attempt in Newport Beach

Three suspects are in custody following a tragic incident at Newport Beach’s Fashion Island shopping center in Orange County. The suspects attempted to rob a husband and wife outside a Barnes and Noble bookstore, leading to a struggle. A getaway driver arrived in a white Toyota Camry, but one suspect fled after firing a gun, thankfully without injuring anyone. However, the driver fled the scene, … Continue reading Woman run over, killed after armed robbery attempt in Newport Beach

US will pay Moderna to develop bird flu vaccine

The U.S. government has allocated $176 million to Moderna to expedite the development of a pandemic influenza vaccine, specifically targeting bird flu cases in dairy cows across the country. This funding aims to support Moderna’s ongoing mRNA-based vaccine research, initially designed for bird flu (H5N1). If early trials prove successful, additional funds will enable late-stage trials next year. Importantly, the project remains flexible to adapt … Continue reading US will pay Moderna to develop bird flu vaccine

Hurricane Beryl grows to Category 5 strength

Hurricane Beryl surged to Category 5 strength late Monday, wreaking havoc across the southeastern Caribbean with powerful winds and storm surges fueled by record warmth in the Atlantic. It initially made landfall on Carriacou in Grenada as the earliest Category 4 storm in the Atlantic, later intensifying to Category 5, though forecasters expect fluctuations in its strength as it moves through the region. Grenada’s Prime … Continue reading Hurricane Beryl grows to Category 5 strength

War fears explode as ‘China commandeers Taiwanese ship’ sparking crisis

Tensions between China and Taiwan escalated as the Chinese navy forcefully boarded a Taiwanese fishing vessel, according to Chinese media. The incident occurred near the Kinmen islands in the Taiwan Strait, just 10 km from the Chinese mainland. Despite Taiwan’s exclusion zone around Kinmen, which bans Chinese vessels, Beijing does not officially recognize it. The Taiwanese vessel, Dajinman No. 88, was fishing for yellow croakers … Continue reading War fears explode as ‘China commandeers Taiwanese ship’ sparking crisis

World sitting on $91 trillion problem. ‘Hard choices’ coming

Governments worldwide owe an unprecedented $91 trillion, nearly matching the size of the global economy. This massive debt, partly due to pandemic costs, threatens living standards even in wealthy nations like the United States. Politicians are largely ignoring the issue, avoiding discussions on necessary tax hikes and spending cuts, and sometimes making promises that could worsen inflation or trigger financial crises. The International Monetary Fund … Continue reading World sitting on $91 trillion problem. ‘Hard choices’ coming

Woman arrested for domestic battery with Apple Watch

A woman, Kayleen Tresedder, 35, faces a domestic battery charge after allegedly striking her boyfriend with a thrown Apple Watch during an argument about relationship issues at their Gulfport, Florida home. The incident, which occurred around 1 AM, resulted in a small cut on the victim’s ear and damage to his clothing. Tresedder was arrested and later released on her own recognizance. She has a … Continue reading Woman arrested for domestic battery with Apple Watch

META kills off virtual reality headset

META is ending support for the original Meta Quest VR headset, prompting user outcry and pleas for reconsideration. In an email to owners, the company announced that as of August 31, the headset will no longer receive bug fixes or security updates. Users can still download and use apps as long as developers support them, but META warned that future security vulnerabilities could compromise private … Continue reading META kills off virtual reality headset

Hunter Biden has joined White House meetings

Hunter Biden has been attending meetings with President Joe Biden and his top aides since Monday, after returning to the White House from Camp David. Typically seen at the White House residence and events, it is unusual for Hunter Biden to join his father’s meetings, which has surprised some aides. He was found guilty on gun-related charges last month and remains under indictment for tax-related … Continue reading Hunter Biden has joined White House meetings

Justice Dept plans to pursue Trump cases past Election Day, even if he wins

The Justice Department plans to continue pursuing federal criminal cases against Donald Trump past Election Day, even if he wins, according to The Washington Post. DOJ rules against prosecuting a sitting president wouldn’t apply until Inauguration Day in January. This follows a Supreme Court ruling allowing Trump to claim immunity for certain actions from his presidency, potentially delaying a trial on federal election subversion charges. … Continue reading Justice Dept plans to pursue Trump cases past Election Day, even if he wins

Trump Raises $331 Million as War Chest Now Tops Biden

Donald Trump raised $331 million in the second quarter, giving him more cash on hand than President Joe Biden and intensifying Democratic concerns about Biden’s campaign. This amount, raised by Trump and the Republican National Committee, surpasses the $264 million raised by Biden and the Democratic National Committee. Trump’s campaign now has nearly $285 million in cash compared to Biden’s $240 million, reversing the previous … Continue reading Trump Raises $331 Million as War Chest Now Tops Biden

Turmoil in the White House over Biden

Officials on President Biden’s White House and campaign staffs are feeling rage, sadness, frustration, and resolve over his debate performance and the response to it. More than a dozen aides expressed concerns about Biden’s mental fitness and criticized senior aides for a lack of transparency. One White House official mentioned that the issue is the primary topic of conversation, Axios is reporting. Anxiety has increased … Continue reading Turmoil in the White House over Biden

As Biden digs in, some top Democrats want him out of the race this week

Defiance has become integral to Joe Biden’s psychology, as evident from his and his inner circle’s response following his poor debate performance last week. However, a growing number of Democratic leaders are urging him to step aside for the party and the country’s benefit. Democratic Rep. Lloyd Doggett of Texas, the first to break ranks, compared Biden’s situation to Lyndon Johnson’s withdrawal, stating Biden should … Continue reading As Biden digs in, some top Democrats want him out of the race this week

NASA Contracts SpaceX to crash the International Space Station into the ocean

NASA has awarded SpaceX an $843 million contract to develop a U.S. Deorbit Vehicle, aimed at safely guiding the aging International Space Station (ISS) back through Earth’s atmosphere for a controlled reentry into the Pacific Ocean by 2030. The ISS, a symbol of international cooperation and a football field-sized flying laboratory, has been continuously occupied for over 23 years. Alongside China’s Tiangong Space Station, it … Continue reading NASA Contracts SpaceX to crash the International Space Station into the ocean

Autonomous trash-gobbling robot boat wages war on waterway waste

Clear Robotics, a start-up founded by two university graduates, is addressing the issue of floating trash and debris in waterways with autonomous robot boats. Their creation, the Clearbot, is designed to clean harbors, lakes, and canals by collecting floating waste into onboard storage bins. The company is now expanding its fleet with a new Class 3 autonomous marine vessel, which has five times the storage … Continue reading Autonomous trash-gobbling robot boat wages war on waterway waste

Chinese robot ‘guide dog’ aims to improve independence for visually impaired

A six-legged robot “guide dog” developed by a research team in Shanghai could help vision-impaired individuals live more independently. Currently being field-tested, this robot navigates its environment using cameras and sensors, including the ability to recognize traffic light signals, which traditional guide dogs cannot do. About the size of an English Bulldog but wider, the robot can communicate with users through AI-enhanced voice recognition and … Continue reading Chinese robot ‘guide dog’ aims to improve independence for visually impaired

Chinese military AI in focus as lawmaker sounds alarm on threat

A Republican lawmaker, Rep. Vern Buchanan, is raising concerns about AI robot dogs armed with rifles, a recent development showcased by China’s military during joint drills in Cambodia. These 110-pound autonomous robots can carry and fire automatic rifles, representing a significant advancement in drone warfare. Buchanan, emphasizing the strategic importance of AI in military and economic domains, authored an amendment in the National Defense Authorization … Continue reading Chinese military AI in focus as lawmaker sounds alarm on threat

Trump Tower is coming to Saudi Arabia

The Trump Organization announced plans to develop a luxury Trump Tower in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with Dar Global, the international branch of Dar Al Arkan. This will be the organization’s first major project in Saudi Arabia. Eric Trump expressed enthusiasm for expanding their presence in the Middle East. The project will target luxury markets and international investors. This announcement follows the unveiling of … Continue reading Trump Tower is coming to Saudi Arabia

S&P 500, Nasdaq close higher to kick off second half’s trading

On Monday, Wall Street saw stocks rise as it aimed to sustain the strong momentum from the first half of 2024. The S&P 500 edged up 0.1%, and the Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.6%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average remained nearly flat. Technology stocks, including Microsoft, Alphabet, and Nvidia, showed marginal gains. However, rising Treasury yields, with the 10-year yield climbing to 4.481%, limited overall … Continue reading S&P 500, Nasdaq close higher to kick off second half’s trading

Home owners about to get slammed with higher monthly payments

Last year, Jennifer Hernandez was shocked to learn that her monthly mortgage payments on her Houston home would increase by about $2,000. S he had refinanced in 2016 with an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM), which offers a low introductory rate for a fixed period before adjusting based on market conditions. As mortgage rates have risen, many ARM holders, like Hernandez, are now facing significantly higher payments. … Continue reading Home owners about to get slammed with higher monthly payments

At 28, Bardella could become youngest prime minister

At 28 years old, Jordan Bardella has played a pivotal role in establishing the far-right National Rally as a dominant political force in France. Following a strong performance in the first round of snap legislative elections, Bardella is now rallying support for an absolute majority in the decisive round on July 7, potentially making him the country’s youngest prime minister. Bardella, who replaced Marine Le … Continue reading At 28, Bardella could become youngest prime minister

Far right wins first round in France election

Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally (RN) party achieved historic gains in France’s parliamentary election, winning around 34% of the vote in the first round, according to exit polls. This result represents a significant setback for President Emmanuel Macron, whose Together alliance garnered 20.5%-23%, and comes after the RN’s recent success in the European Parliament elections. The left-wing New Popular Front (NFP) secured approximately 29% … Continue reading Far right wins first round in France election

72% of voters don’t think Biden should be running after debate with Trump

Before the first debate, doubts among voters about President Biden’s cognitive health were persistent. Today, those doubts have intensified, now shared by nearly three-quarters of the electorate and growing within his own party. Following the debate with former President Trump, more voters, including many Democrats, question Biden’s suitability for the presidency, with nearly half of Democrats now unsure if he should remain the nominee. This … Continue reading 72% of voters don’t think Biden should be running after debate with Trump

Bannon reports to federal prison to serve sentence for contempt

Longtime Trump ally Steve Bannon surrendered at a federal prison in Danbury, Connecticut, beginning a four-month sentence for contempt charges related to defying a congressional subpoena in the investigation of the U.S. Capitol attack. Bannon, calling himself a “political prisoner,” arrived at the facility and was taken into custody. He expressed pride in his stance against what he termed a “corrupt DOJ” under Attorney General … Continue reading Bannon reports to federal prison to serve sentence for contempt

Supreme Court rules ex-presidents have broad immunity

The Supreme Court’s landmark 6-3 decision granted former presidents extensive immunity from prosecution, significantly delaying Donald Trump’s Washington criminal case. The ruling, led by the conservative majority including Trump-appointed justices, returned the case to lower courts to assess the remaining charges in Jack Smith’s indictment. It also underscored the court’s influence on the upcoming election by rejecting efforts to prevent Trump’s candidacy due to his … Continue reading Supreme Court rules ex-presidents have broad immunity

Missing Georgia firefighters found dead in Tennessee, police say

Two Georgia firefighters, Raegan Anderson and Chandler Kuhbander, who had been reported missing, were tragically found dead in Cocke County, Tennessee, according to the Hinesville Police Department. Anderson’s car was also located in Tennessee. Anderson was last seen on June 25 at Liberty County Fire Services Station #1 in Midway, Georgia, accompanied by Kuhbander, who was reported missing in Liberty County as well. Kuhbander’s vehicle … Continue reading Missing Georgia firefighters found dead in Tennessee, police say