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Pastor paid hit men $40,000 to shoot daughter’s boyfriend, police say

California police have reported that Samuel Pasillas, a 47-year-old pastor from Victorville, is facing charges for allegedly hiring two hit men to kill a man dating his daughter. Pasillas, who leads a Spanish-speaking church in Southern California, reportedly paid $40,000 for the attack, which occurred on October 21 in Riverside, according to a news release from Riverside police issued on Tuesday, March 19. The intended … Continue reading Pastor paid hit men $40,000 to shoot daughter’s boyfriend, police say

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World News

Mexico agrees with Venezuela to send back illegals

During a news conference on Thursday, Foreign Minister Alicia Barcena announced that Mexico has entered into an agreement with Venezuela to facilitate the deportation of migrants. Additionally, deals have been struck with both Mexican and Venezuelan companies to provide employment opportunities for these individuals. Among the largest groups of migrants arriving in Mexico en route to the United States are Venezuelans, driven by their country’s … Continue reading Mexico agrees with Venezuela to send back illegals

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Technology

Wendy’s delivering food by drone!

DoorDash and Alphabet’s Wing have teamed up to revolutionize food delivery by introducing drone delivery options for Wendy’s customers nationwide, heralding a new era of convenience in the fast-food industry. The partnership’s pilot program, launched in Christiansburg, Va., promises swift delivery of Wendy’s iconic offerings, including burgers, fries, and Frosties, all within “30 minutes or less,” as announced by DoorDash in a recent press release. … Continue reading Wendy’s delivering food by drone!

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Hypersonic missile fired from US bomber

After months of delays and in the wake of similar tests conducted by Russia and China, the US Air Force has successfully completed a full test of its prototype hypersonic missile. On Tuesday, a B-52 bomber departed from Guam and launched the missile, known as the air-launched rapid response weapon (ARRW), toward a missile testing site in the Marshall Islands. While the US Air Force … Continue reading Hypersonic missile fired from US bomber

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Space

Spy Agency Spy Ready to Launch New Vehicle-tracking Satellites

The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) is gearing up for the launch of new satellites designed to enhance the U.S. military and intelligence community’s ability to monitor moving vehicles and individuals from space. The Air Force aims to replace its aging E-8 Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JSTARS) aircraft, which provide targeting data, with more resilient space assets. A portion of the ground moving target … Continue reading Spy Agency Spy Ready to Launch New Vehicle-tracking Satellites

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World News

China Will Be Ready to Invade Taiwan in Three Years, Top US Admiral Says

A senior United States admiral has stated that Chinese leadership has instructed the military to ready itself for the potential invasion of Taiwan by the year 2027. “All indications point to the [People’s Liberation Army] meeting President Xi Jinping’s directive to be ready to invade Taiwan by 2027,” Admiral John Aquilino, Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, said in prepared testimony to U.S. Armed Services Committee … Continue reading China Will Be Ready to Invade Taiwan in Three Years, Top US Admiral Says

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U.S. News

100 migrants break barriers, rush guards in shocking El Paso scene

On Thursday, a gathering of more than 100 migrants made an attempt to illegally enter the US by rushing a border wall, breaching razor wire barriers and overpowering guards in the process. Reportedly, The Post observed approximately 600 migrants congregated at the international border on the Mexican side. The Texas National Guard was engaged in efforts to repel them in small clusters amid what has … Continue reading 100 migrants break barriers, rush guards in shocking El Paso scene

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Business

DOJ sues Apple over iPhone monopoly in landmark antitrust case

On Thursday, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Apple, alleging that its iPhone ecosystem constitutes a monopoly, leading to its soaring valuation at the expense of consumers, developers, and competing phone manufacturers. The government is considering drastic measures, including the potential breakup of one of the world’s largest corporations, as indicated by a Justice Department official during a briefing call, suggesting that structural … Continue reading DOJ sues Apple over iPhone monopoly in landmark antitrust case

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Politics

NY attorney general says appeals court should disregard Trump’s claim it’s impossible to get a bond

The office of New York Attorney General Letitia James refuted Donald Trump’s assertion that he cannot secure an insurance company to back his $464 million bond in the civil fraud case. They urged a state appeals court to dismiss this claim. “Defendants here had no reason to wait for their reply to raise their allegations and arguments about the difficulty of obtaining a bond, as … Continue reading NY attorney general says appeals court should disregard Trump’s claim it’s impossible to get a bond

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Georgia execution: Willie James Pye put to death for 1993 murder of ex-girlfriend

On Wednesday, at 11:03 p.m., Willie James Pye, aged 59, was executed for the murder of his former girlfriend, Alicia Lynn Yarbrough, a crime that occurred over three decades ago. This execution signifies Georgia’s resumption of carrying out the death penalty after a pause lasting more than four years. Pye received a final prayer but opted not to make a final statement. In November 1996, … Continue reading Georgia execution: Willie James Pye put to death for 1993 murder of ex-girlfriend

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Idaho police search for escaped inmate and accomplice after ambush at Boise hospital

On Wednesday, a white supremacist member of an Idaho prison gang, along with an accomplice, remained at large following a bold overnight assault aimed at freeing the inmate as he was being transported from a Boise hospital, according to authorities. The individual suspected of perpetrating the attack, Nicholas Umphenour, has been identified by police. A warrant has been issued for his arrest, with a bond … Continue reading Idaho police search for escaped inmate and accomplice after ambush at Boise hospital

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World News

Cuba Races to Head Off Protests as Shortages Spread, Tensions Build

On Sunday evening, Beatriz Johnson, the leader of the Communist Party in Santiago de Cuba, took a proactive approach to quelling the anger of hundreds of demonstrators demanding electricity and food by climbing onto the roof of a house. After a few tense hours, food trucks arrived in Santiago, the country’s second-largest city. Johnson and her team distributed essential items such as rice, sugar, milk, … Continue reading Cuba Races to Head Off Protests as Shortages Spread, Tensions Build

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Houthi Cruise Missile Hits Israel

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have asserted responsibility for the launch of a cruise missile from the Red Sea, which landed in close proximity to Eilat, marking the first instance of a projectile fired from the Iranian-backed group reaching Israeli territory. The Iran-aligned militants have been engaged in a series of drone and missile launches targeting international commercial shipping in the region since November. They claim these … Continue reading Houthi Cruise Missile Hits Israel

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Child bank robbers, dubbed ‘Little Rascals,’ nabbed in Texas

The “Little Rascals,” three suspects wanted in connection with a bank robbery, have been apprehended, as reported by FBI Houston. Initially gaining notoriety after authorities shared their images on social media, the trio was accused of robbing a Wells Fargo bank located on the North Freeway and West Road in the Greenspoint area. Initially thought to be teenagers aged between 14 and 18, the FBI … Continue reading Child bank robbers, dubbed ‘Little Rascals,’ nabbed in Texas

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Politics

Gov. DeSantis vows to send Haitian migrants to Martha’s Vineyard

Amidst escalating gang violence in Haiti, Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida has issued a stern warning, suggesting that Haitian migrants could be redirected to affluent Democratic communities in the northern states. DeSantis stated that refugees arriving in Florida would face a similar fate to the thousands of migrants already transported to Democratic strongholds like Sacramento and Martha’s Vineyard. As violence spreads to upscale neighborhoods in … Continue reading Gov. DeSantis vows to send Haitian migrants to Martha’s Vineyard

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Assange, DOJ Exploring Guilty Plea to End 14-Year Legal Drama

The U.S. Justice Department is contemplating the option of allowing Julian Assange to plead guilty to a lesser charge of mishandling classified information, as per individuals familiar with the situation. This potential move opens the door to a negotiated agreement that might ultimately lead to his release from a British prison. Assange, the controversial founder of WikiLeaks, is entangled in a protracted legal battle with … Continue reading Assange, DOJ Exploring Guilty Plea to End 14-Year Legal Drama

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Taiwan admits US troops are now stationed on Chinese border

Taiwan has officially confirmed the permanent presence of US troops stationed on its islands in the Taiwan Strait, a move that could exacerbate escalating tensions with China. The deployment of these troops was facilitated by the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passed in 2023, aimed at conducting training programs for Taiwanese frontline forces. This development arises amidst China’s persistent claim over Taiwan, considering it a … Continue reading Taiwan admits US troops are now stationed on Chinese border

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Archaeology

‘Spectacular’ Gold Ring With Christ Image Among 30,000 Archaeological Finds

Archaeologists in southeastern Sweden have unearthed a remarkable gold ring adorned with an image of Christ, dating back to the medieval period. The discovery forms part of a trove of approximately 30,000 artifacts revealed during extensive excavations in the city of Kalmar, situated on the Baltic Sea coast. Over the course of two years, a dedicated team of archaeologists has meticulously explored a section of … Continue reading ‘Spectacular’ Gold Ring With Christ Image Among 30,000 Archaeological Finds

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Archaeology

Ancient chariot grave found at construction site for Intel facility in Germany

During excavation of an industrial park earmarked for a new Intel facility near Magdeburg, German archaeologists stumbled upon a complex ancient burial ground, featuring a chariot grave among other remarkable findings. Located approximately 100 miles west of Berlin in the Eulenberg municipality, the site, where construction of two semiconductor plants is scheduled to commence later this year, has been under scrutiny by archaeologists from the … Continue reading Ancient chariot grave found at construction site for Intel facility in Germany

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Space

NASA To End Chandra After 24 Years Due To New Budget, Hubble May Not Be Far Behind

NASA has unveiled its budget for 2025, maintaining the funding level at $25,383,700,000, consistent with allocations in 2023 and 2024. While $25 billion may appear substantial, it accounts for less than 0.4 percent of the United States’ total expenditure for the upcoming year. To put it in perspective, for every $100 spent by the U.S. government, NASA receives a mere 34 cents, while the Defense … Continue reading NASA To End Chandra After 24 Years Due To New Budget, Hubble May Not Be Far Behind

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NASA’s asteroid contains ‘ingredient of life’ – finds new analysis of Bennu space rock 

NASA’s groundbreaking asteroid mission has unveiled that Bennu harbors minerals containing ingredients conducive to the formation of life. A recent comprehensive examination of samples dating back 45 million years revealed the presence of magnesium phosphate, a compound also found in Earth’s oceans, alongside phyllosilicates commonly observed in tectonic plates. Additionally, glycine, a crucial component in proteins, was detected. Moreover, scientists confirmed the existence of water-bearing … Continue reading NASA’s asteroid contains ‘ingredient of life’ – finds new analysis of Bennu space rock 

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NASA volunteers find 15 rare ‘active asteroids’

Several remarkable asteroids exhibit “activity,” displaying comet-like tails or enveloping gas and dust. NASA’s Active Asteroids project recently unveiled the discovery of such activity on 15 asteroids, challenging established notions about the solar system. The identification of these 15 rare objects involved the collaborative efforts of over 8,000 volunteers who meticulously examined 430,000 images captured by the Dark Energy Camera (DECam) mounted on the Victor … Continue reading NASA volunteers find 15 rare ‘active asteroids’

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Technology

Drones and robots could replace some field workers as farming goes high-tech

Soon, the cultivation and processing of your fruits and vegetables may be revolutionized by a fleet of drones and robots, some equipped with artificial intelligence. This transformative shift is already underway in farms across the United States. Hylio, a tech company based in Houston, received an exemption from the Federal Aviation Administration in February, permitting a single pilot to operate swarms of robust drones over … Continue reading Drones and robots could replace some field workers as farming goes high-tech

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Saint Joseph’s Medical Center welcomes new orthopedic surgical team and ARTHUR robot

As part of its newly established orthopedic practice, Saint Joseph’s Medical Center has introduced its cutting-edge surgical robot, named ARTHUR. Utilizing Stryker’s MakoTM Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology, ARTHUR specializes in performing robotic-assisted orthopedic surgeries, including partial and total knee replacements, as well as total hip replacements. This introduction marks a significant advancement in the hospital’s commitment to enhancing its orthopedic services, particularly with the integration of … Continue reading Saint Joseph’s Medical Center welcomes new orthopedic surgical team and ARTHUR robot

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Nvidia Announces AI Model for Humanoid Robot Development

Nvidia has undertaken initiatives to actualize AI-driven robots. The chip manufacturer revealed on Monday its Project GROOT Foundation AI model, designed to enhance the capabilities of humanoid robots. Additionally, Nvidia introduced Thor, a system-on-a-chip specifically crafted for robot applications. “The enabling technologies are coming together for leading roboticists around the world to take giant leaps towards artificial general robotics,” CEO Jensen Huang said, Barron’s reported. … Continue reading Nvidia Announces AI Model for Humanoid Robot Development

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