Politics

Senior FBI leaders ordered to retire, resign or be fired by Monday

Several top FBI executives promoted by former Director Christopher Wray were told to resign or retire, with threats of demotion or reassignment if they don’t leave. The purge includes senior officials overseeing criminal, national security, and cyber investigations. The FBI has declined to comment on the moves, which come amid a broader wave of terminations in the Trump administration, NBC News has reported. Trump has … Continue reading Senior FBI leaders ordered to retire, resign or be fired by Monday

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Business

Trump-Allied FCC Chairman Opens Investigations Into NPR And PBS

The new head of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Chairman Brendan Carr, has ordered an investigation into NPR and PBS over concerns that they may be violating federal laws by airing commercial-like underwriting announcements. Public broadcasting stations, which the FCC regulates, are prohibited from airing commercials. NPR and PBS executives deny the allegations, asserting that they adhere to FCC guidelines and maintain noncommercial educational programming, … Continue reading Trump-Allied FCC Chairman Opens Investigations Into NPR And PBS

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U.S. News

Honolulu police have arrested 6 people in connection with deadly New Year’s fireworks blast

Six people were arrested in connection with a deadly explosion of illegal fireworks in Honolulu on New Year’s Eve. The explosion killed three women, a man, and a 3-year-old boy, injuring about 20 others. Police confiscated 500 pounds of unused fireworks from the scene. The suspects face charges of reckless endangering, child welfare violations, and fireworks offenses. Investigators are looking into the source of the … Continue reading Honolulu police have arrested 6 people in connection with deadly New Year’s fireworks blast

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U.S. News

Tour boat captain gets prison after boat capsizes off NYC, killing woman and child

Richard Cruz, captain of an unauthorized tour boat that capsized in the Hudson River in 2022, was sentenced to 18 months in prison after pleading guilty to boating misconduct and neglect. Cruz admitted to overloading his boat, Stimulus Money, and lacking the necessary Coast Guard credentials.  The capsizing killed a 48-year-old woman and a 7-year-old child. Cruz was also ordered to pay $50,000 for the victims’ … Continue reading Tour boat captain gets prison after boat capsizes off NYC, killing woman and child

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U.S. News

Prosecutors add 2 more alleged victims to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs federal indictment

Sean “Diddy” Combs faces new allegations in an expanded indictment, which accuses him of dangling a victim over an apartment balcony and coercing two women into commercial sex acts. The indictment adds two more victims to the charges of transportation for prostitution, while expanding on the timeline and methods of his alleged crimes, which date back to 2004. The new filing also includes additional charges … Continue reading Prosecutors add 2 more alleged victims to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs federal indictment

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U.S. News

Fighter jets scrambled from Alaska and Canada as Russian warplanes spotted in the Arctic

American and Canadian fighter jets were deployed this week to monitor Russian warplanes spotted in the Arctic, though the planes remained in international airspace and were not deemed a threat. The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) sent out eight military aircraft, including Canadian CF-18s, U.S. F-35s, and refueling planes, along with an E-3 AWAC to track the activity. The Arctic has become an increasingly … Continue reading Fighter jets scrambled from Alaska and Canada as Russian warplanes spotted in the Arctic

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U.S. News

DC plane crash black boxes found as staff shortage claims examined

The black boxes from the plane and helicopter that collided above Washington DC have been recovered as investigations continue into the cause of the crash, which likely killed all 67 people on board. One air traffic controller was managing both aircraft at the time, raising concerns about staffing shortages at the highly controlled Reagan Washington National Airport. While this staffing setup didn’t breach guidelines, it … Continue reading DC plane crash black boxes found as staff shortage claims examined

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World News

France hands over last military base in Chad

France officially handed over its last military base in Chad to local authorities on Thursday, marking the end of its military presence in the country after Chad broke its defense cooperation agreement with Paris two months ago. This follows similar withdrawals of French forces from Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, where countries have shifted closer to Moscow. Chad’s army confirmed the transfer of the Sergent … Continue reading France hands over last military base in Chad

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World News

Fears grow in Japan for truck driver trapped in sinkhole for third day

A 74-year-old truck driver has been trapped in a sinkhole in Japan for three days, with rescue efforts complicated by the expanding hole and leaking water and gas pipes. The sinkhole, which formed on Tuesday near Tokyo, swallowed the driver and his two-ton truck. A 30-meter ramp is being constructed to reach him, but the operation is slow due to dangerous conditions and erosion. The … Continue reading Fears grow in Japan for truck driver trapped in sinkhole for third day

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World News

New Zealand’s Mount Taranaki is now legally a person

Mount Taranaki, an 8,261-foot stratovolcano in New Zealand, has been recognized as a legal person, granting it the rights, duties, and responsibilities of an individual. Known as Taranaki Maunga in Māori, the mountain is now considered a “living and indivisible whole,” including its physical and spiritual elements. This move, following similar legal recognitions of a sacred forest and a river, transfers ownership from the government … Continue reading New Zealand’s Mount Taranaki is now legally a person

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World News

India’s tiger population doubles in a decade

India now has the world’s largest tiger population, with over 3,600 tigers, making up 75% of the global total, despite having the highest human density and only 18% of the world’s tiger habitat. The population has doubled in just over a decade, thanks to conservation efforts that include protecting tigers from poaching, securing prey, and reducing human-wildlife conflict. Tigers now inhabit 138,200 sq km of … Continue reading India’s tiger population doubles in a decade

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World News

China building world’s largest military command center

China is constructing a massive military command center near Beijing, 10 times the size of the Pentagon, according to US intelligence. The 1,500-acre site, known as “Beijing Military City,” is designed to house reinforced bunkers for China’s leadership in case of nuclear war. Satellite images suggest that construction began in mid-2024, coinciding with preparations for the People’s Liberation Army’s centenary in 2027. Experts believe the … Continue reading China building world’s largest military command center

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Space

SpaceX Falcon 9 launches next-gen SpainSat NG-1 satellite into orbit

SpaceX successfully launched the SpainSat Next Generation 1 (SpainSat NG-1) communications satellite on January 29, 2025, from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. The Falcon 9 rocket carried the satellite into a geostationary transfer orbit, marking the 13th launch for SpaceX in 2025. This mission also marked the final flight of Falcon 9 booster B1073, which had previously completed 21 missions. The SpainSat NG-1 satellite, developed by … Continue reading SpaceX Falcon 9 launches next-gen SpainSat NG-1 satellite into orbit

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Space

‘City-killer’ asteroid has a 1-in-83 chance of smashing into Earth in 2032, NASA says

NASA has detected an asteroid named 2024 YR4, which has a 1-in-83 chance of hitting Earth in 2032. At 180 feet (55 meters) across, it’s too small to cause a global catastrophe but could destroy a major city, releasing 8 megatons of energy—over 500 times the power of the Hiroshima bomb. While the asteroid is currently moving away, it will have several close passes with … Continue reading ‘City-killer’ asteroid has a 1-in-83 chance of smashing into Earth in 2032, NASA says

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Space

NASA finds key molecules for life in OSIRIS-REx asteroid samples

Scientists have discovered 14 amino acids on the asteroid Bennu, millions of miles from Earth, as part of NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission. The mission successfully collected asteroid samples and brought them back to Earth in 2023 for analysis. While previous findings suggested Bennu contained water and carbon, the discovery of amino acids, ammonia, and nucleobases adds exciting new questions, Space.com has reported. These findings suggest that … Continue reading NASA finds key molecules for life in OSIRIS-REx asteroid samples

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Technology

Warehouse robot uses AI to play real-life Tetris to handle more than ever before

Ambi Robotics has launched AmbiStack, an innovative robotic system designed to optimize the stacking of items onto pallets and into containers, improving space utilization and reducing shipping costs. Using advanced AI and vision systems, AmbiStack automates the repetitive tasks of stacking, increasing efficiency and accuracy in logistics. Built on the company’s PRIME-1 AI model, it learns from real-world data and improves over time. AmbiStack aims … Continue reading Warehouse robot uses AI to play real-life Tetris to handle more than ever before

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Business

From Delta Air Lines to Costco, some companies say they’ll stick with DEI

As pressure from conservatives mounts, many companies are scaling back or eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, but some, like Delta Airlines and the Cleveland Cavaliers, are maintaining their initiatives. These companies argue that DEI is vital for both business and moral reasons, citing benefits like innovation and employee retention. While several large corporations, including Walmart and McDonald’s, have reduced DEI efforts, others like … Continue reading From Delta Air Lines to Costco, some companies say they’ll stick with DEI

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Business

Trump attacks Fed after no change in interest rates

President Trump renewed his criticism of the Federal Reserve and Chairman Jerome Powell after the central bank left interest rates unchanged at its January meeting. Trump accused the Fed of mishandling the economy and failing to address inflation, which has decreased to 2.9% but remains above the bank’s 2% target. Powell stated that the Fed was cautious about further rate cuts due to economic uncertainties. … Continue reading Trump attacks Fed after no change in interest rates

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Business

Europe’s economy showed zero growth at end of 2024

Europe’s economy stagnated at the end of 2024, with the eurozone’s GDP showing no growth in the fourth quarter, after a 0.4% increase in the third. Germany, Europe’s largest economy, contracted by 0.2% in the final quarter and for the entire year, marking a second consecutive year of shrinking output. The slowdown was driven by concerns over potential trade disruptions under President Trump’s administration, inflation, … Continue reading Europe’s economy showed zero growth at end of 2024

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Politics

Trump signs sweeping executive order to expand school choice

President Trump signed an executive order prioritizing school choice by directing federal funding to expand related programs. The order mandates the Education Department to issue guidance on using federal funds for K-12 school choice, including faith-based and private institutions. It also instructs the Department of Health and Human Services and Defense Secretary to create plans for supporting school choice through block grants and military funds. … Continue reading Trump signs sweeping executive order to expand school choice

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Politics

Trump Urges Musk and SpaceX to Rescue NASA Astronauts Stranded on ISS

President Trump urged SpaceX CEO Elon Musk to rescue two NASA astronauts stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) for several months. The astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, were part of a Boeing mission that was supposed to last less than two weeks but was extended due to issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. In a Truth Social post, Trump criticized the Biden administration … Continue reading Trump Urges Musk and SpaceX to Rescue NASA Astronauts Stranded on ISS

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Politics

Vance lauds Trump’s second term approach: ‘All gas, no brakes’

Vice President Vance praised President Trump’s energetic approach to his second term, noting his constant engagement and stamina. In a Fox News interview, Vance highlighted Trump’s ability to tackle policy and personal matters at all hours, emphasizing the president’s high energy, which he believes is essential given the size and inefficiency of the federal government. Vance claimed that the Trump administration has achieved more in … Continue reading Vance lauds Trump’s second term approach: ‘All gas, no brakes’

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Politics

Senate confirms Zeldin to lead Environmental Protection Agency

The Senate confirmed Lee Zeldin as the new head of the Environmental Protection Agency with a 56-42 vote, including support from three Democrats. Zeldin, a former Republican congressman from New York and ally of President Trump, is tasked with helping roll back environmental regulations, particularly those aimed at climate change and electric vehicles. He vowed to support EPA staff but declined to commit to specific … Continue reading Senate confirms Zeldin to lead Environmental Protection Agency

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Politics

Ex-Sen. Menendez sentenced 11 years in prison on corruption charges

Former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez was sentenced to 11 years in prison after being convicted of corruption for accepting bribes, including gold bars, cash, and a luxury car, in exchange for using his political power. Judge Sidney Stein condemned Menendez for betraying public trust, noting the severity of the corruption. Menendez, who was found guilty on all 16 counts, maintained his innocence, calling the case … Continue reading Ex-Sen. Menendez sentenced 11 years in prison on corruption charges

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U.S. News

Trump moves to prepare Guantanamo Bay for 30,000 ‘criminal illegal aliens’

President Donald Trump announced plans to prepare Guantanamo Bay to house 30,000 “criminal illegal aliens,” instructing the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security to expand the facility. The detainees, posing a threat to U.S. security, would be sent to Guantanamo to prevent their return. Trump emphasized the move would help combat migrant crime. Cuban President Diaz-Canel criticized the decision as “brutality.” Homeland Security Secretary Kristi … Continue reading Trump moves to prepare Guantanamo Bay for 30,000 ‘criminal illegal aliens’

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