U.S. News

Arctic Cold Outbreak Could Smash Records From The Northwest To The Gulf Coast

An extreme Arctic cold outbreak is set to bring exceptionally cold temperatures to various parts of the country, extending into the Deep South until Wednesday. Record-breaking cold is anticipated from Oregon to the Gulf Coast, challenging daily records for mid-January. The frigid air is expected to persist into the latter part of January for some regions. The initial surge of cold air has already made … Continue reading Arctic Cold Outbreak Could Smash Records From The Northwest To The Gulf Coast

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Politics

Trump, DeSantis, Haley ALL leading Joe in new poll

A recent CBS News/YouGov poll indicates that the top three GOP presidential contenders—former President Trump, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis—all lead President Biden in a hypothetical general election matchup. In a head-to-head comparison, Haley emerges as the strongest contender against Biden, boasting an 8-point lead with 53 percent support to Biden’s 45 percent. This advantage is attributed to Haley garnering … Continue reading Trump, DeSantis, Haley ALL leading Joe in new poll

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Politics

Biden has largest war chest of any Dem candidate in history

On Monday, the Biden-Harris reelection campaign revealed that it currently possesses $117 million, asserting that this marks the highest amount ever for a Democratic candidate at this stage of the race. The team reported a fundraising total exceeding $97 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, encompassing contributions from the campaign, joint fundraising committees, and the Democratic National Committee. In the third quarter of the … Continue reading Biden has largest war chest of any Dem candidate in history

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Politics

Hunter Biden agrees to deposition as House moves toward contempt resolution

On Friday, an attorney representing Hunter Biden informed House Republican committee chairs that he is willing to comply with subpoenas for his deposition if they issue new ones. This marks a reversal from his previous stance, where he insisted that his testimony be conducted in a public hearing. The unexpected offer comes two days after two House committees passed resolutions recommending contempt of Congress for … Continue reading Hunter Biden agrees to deposition as House moves toward contempt resolution

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U.S. News

Justice Department to pursue death penalty against Buffalo supermarket shooter

In a court filing on Friday, the Justice Department announced its intention to pursue the death penalty for Payton Gendron, the individual who, at the age of 19, carried out a racially motivated shooting, resulting in the deaths of 10 people at a Tops Supermarket in Buffalo, New York, in May 2022. The filing stated, “United States believes the circumstances in Counts 11-20 of the … Continue reading Justice Department to pursue death penalty against Buffalo supermarket shooter

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Technology

‘Killer robots’ are coming, and U.N. is worried

Once confined to the realm of science fiction, autonomous weapons systems, colloquially known as “killer robots,” are on the verge of becoming a reality due to the swift progress of artificial intelligence. In response to this development, international organizations have been increasingly advocating for limitations or outright bans on their deployment. In November, the U.N. General Assembly took a significant step by adopting the first-ever … Continue reading ‘Killer robots’ are coming, and U.N. is worried

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Business

Citigroup to cut 20,000 employees

Citigroup is set to undergo a significant workforce reduction, with CFO Mark Mason announcing on Friday that 20,000 employees will be laid off over the next two years. This decision follows the company’s report of a $1.8 billion net loss for the fourth quarter of 2023, marking its worst quarter in 15 years. The bank anticipates that the reduction in headcount will result in long-term … Continue reading Citigroup to cut 20,000 employees

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Space

NASA finally unlocks asteroid sample trapped behind stuck fasteners

NASA announced on Thursday that two stubborn fasteners, initially impeding the release of invaluable material sampled from the asteroid Bennu, have finally been successfully opened after a months-long effort. In the OSIRIS-REx mission, NASA had already collected about 2.5 ounces (70 grams) of rocks and dust, having traveled nearly 4 billion miles to obtain this unprecedented sample from the near-Earth asteroid. However, in October, it … Continue reading NASA finally unlocks asteroid sample trapped behind stuck fasteners

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U.S. News

Subway worker attacked with Subway sandwich in Florida store

A man, Alberto De Barros, aged 54, has been arrested and charged with battery following an incident where he attacked a Subway worker with his lunch. De Barros ordered a Subway hero from a Stuart, Florida branch but became agitated when he discovered that the worker, Cassandra Tia Pierre-Louis, had not sliced it in half as he desired. An argument ensued, causing a disruptive scene … Continue reading Subway worker attacked with Subway sandwich in Florida store

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Archaeology

Archeologists uncover ‘lost valley of cities’ built 2,500 years ago

Over two decades ago, archaeologist Stéphen Rostain first observed a series of earthen mounds and buried roads in Ecuador, unsure of their interconnected significance. However, recent mapping using laser-sensor technology has unveiled these sites as part of a dense network of settlements and connecting roadways nestled in the forested foothills of the Andes, enduring for approximately 1,000 years. Described as a “lost valley of cities” … Continue reading Archeologists uncover ‘lost valley of cities’ built 2,500 years ago

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Politics

Zelenskyy, Blinken, and more will come to Davos to talk about global challenges

Switzerland is set to host more than 60 heads of state and government, along with hundreds of business leaders, for the World Economic Forum’s annual gathering next week. Among the notable attendees are Israeli President Isaac Herzog, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Chinese Premier Li Qiang, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, French President Emmanuel Macron, and U.N. Secretary-General … Continue reading Zelenskyy, Blinken, and more will come to Davos to talk about global challenges

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World News

Israeli soldiers dig in and wait as tensions mount

The Israeli government’s approach to avoiding a full-scale war with Hezbollah troops near the northern border is encapsulated in a 68-year-old training manual known as “The Rifle Department.” First issued in 1956 and hastily reprinted after the mass mobilization following the Hamas attack on southern Israel on Oct. 7, the manual imparts traditional techniques of static defense to soldiers. Lt. Col. Dotan Razili, a home … Continue reading Israeli soldiers dig in and wait as tensions mount

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World News

US, UK air strikes pound Yemen after weeks of Red Sea attacks

On Thursday, the U.S. and British militaries launched a significant retaliatory strike against Iranian-backed Houthi sites in Yemen. Utilizing Tomahawk missiles from warships and submarines, as well as fighter jets, they targeted over 60 locations at 16 sites. The strikes aimed at command-and-control nodes, munitions depots, launching systems, production facilities, and air defense radar systems. President Joe Biden stated that the action was a demonstration … Continue reading US, UK air strikes pound Yemen after weeks of Red Sea attacks

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Business

Global economy will slow for a third straight year in 2024, World Bank predicts

Facing challenges such as high interest rates, persistent inflation, declining trade, and a weakened China, the global economy is projected to decelerate for the third consecutive year in 2024, according to the World Bank. The forecast indicates a modest 2.4% expansion this year, a decline from 2.6% in 2023, 3% in 2022, and the robust 6.2% growth experienced in 2021 during the post-pandemic recovery from … Continue reading Global economy will slow for a third straight year in 2024, World Bank predicts

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Politics

Judge says Trump not allowed to give closing arguments in NY civil fraud case

Former President Donald Trump will not deliver his own closing argument in his New York civil business fraud trial as initially planned. The decision to rescind the conditional permission for this unusual approach came from Judge Arthur Engoron a day before closing arguments. The judge insisted that Trump adhere to the standard rules applicable to attorneys’ closing arguments, prohibiting attacks on the characters of adversaries, … Continue reading Judge says Trump not allowed to give closing arguments in NY civil fraud case

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Space

NASA delays astronaut moon landing to at least 2026

NASA’s Artemis program, designed to return astronauts to the moon within this decade amidst a global resurgence in lunar exploration efforts, is experiencing significant delays, as disclosed by the space agency. The Artemis III mission, aiming to achieve the crucial milestone of landing humans on the moon for the first time since the Apollo program, has been rescheduled and is now expected to launch no … Continue reading NASA delays astronaut moon landing to at least 2026

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Archaeology

Archaeologists unearth ‘very powerful’ medieval man and his 4-foot-long sword

In Sweden, archaeologists have uncovered the remains of a tall and “powerful” medieval man, laid to rest with his remarkably well-preserved 4-foot-long sword, suggesting his affiliation with high nobility during that era. The man, standing at 1.90 meters (6 feet 3 inches) tall, is believed to have been a nobleman from the 15th or early 16th century, a period when the region was united with … Continue reading Archaeologists unearth ‘very powerful’ medieval man and his 4-foot-long sword

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World News

Ecuador’s biggest cities suffer a gang attack, is broadcast on live TV

Schools and shops remained closed, a significant number of people opted to stay indoors, and soldiers patrolled the streets in Ecuador’s major cities on the day after armed gang members invaded a television station during a live broadcast, instilling heightened levels of fear in a nation grappling with a surge in criminal violence. Widespread tension gripped much of Ecuador following Tuesday’s assault at the public … Continue reading Ecuador’s biggest cities suffer a gang attack, is broadcast on live TV

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World News

UN helicopter, passengers seized by Islamists

The armed Islamist faction al-Shabab in Somalia has reportedly taken possession of a United Nations helicopter, along with approximately eight individuals, including passengers and crew, according to local sources informed by the BBC. The helicopter landed in an area under the control of the group in central Somalia. Conflicting reports suggest that it either made an emergency landing or mistakenly touched down. Al-Shabab commands significant … Continue reading UN helicopter, passengers seized by Islamists

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Technology

Supermarket uses robocop cameras in aisles to deter thefts

Morrisons has deployed ‘robocop’ cameras in supermarket aisles to deter customers from stealing high-value alcohol. Branded Safer Pod S1s have been strategically placed next to alcoholic beverages to combat the rising issue of shoplifting across Britain. These stationary safety devices, resembling four-legged robots, feature HD cameras and an advanced 120db siren system to alert against potential thieves. Powered by a solar panel battery, these devices … Continue reading Supermarket uses robocop cameras in aisles to deter thefts

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U.S. News

Epstein Brother Accuses Barr of Covering Up Sibling’s Death

Mark Epstein, the sibling of the late serial sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, alleged on Tuesday that former U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr had concealed his brother’s death. Speaking on NewsNation’s On Balance with Leland Vittert, Epstein disapproved of Barr’s August 2019 announcement that his brother had died “from an apparent suicide,” asserting that it was not within Barr’s purview to make such a declaration. Epstein … Continue reading Epstein Brother Accuses Barr of Covering Up Sibling’s Death

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Politics

Hunter Biden makes a surprise visit to Capitol Hill

Hunter Biden’s unexpected appearance at a Capitol Hill hearing on Wednesday sparked a political uproar, coinciding with Republicans initiating the initial steps to hold President Joe Biden’s son in contempt of Congress for defying a congressional subpoena. Hunter Biden, accompanied by his legal team, including attorney Abbe Lowell, created chaos within the Oversight Committee, currently engaged in efforts to impeach President Biden. Republican Representative Nancy … Continue reading Hunter Biden makes a surprise visit to Capitol Hill

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U.S. News

Missing part of Alaska Airlines plane that blew off mid-flight is found in Portland man’s backyard

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has announced the discovery of the missing part from the Alaska Airlines aircraft that detached mid-flight in a Portland backyard. A local school teacher named Bob contacted the agency after finding the Boeing 737 MAX 9 fuselage door plug in his yard, as revealed by NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy during a news conference. Following the incident where the door … Continue reading Missing part of Alaska Airlines plane that blew off mid-flight is found in Portland man’s backyard

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World News

German farmers block roads in nationwide protest over diesel tax

German farmers have initiated a week-long series of protests by blocking roads with tractors and trucks, expressing their discontent over proposed eliminations of tax breaks on diesel. Police reported disruptions at various locations nationwide as vehicles occupied major routes and slip roads. In Berlin, the primary access route to the Brandenburg Gate was impacted on Monday, with numerous tractors stationed amid freezing temperatures. Many of … Continue reading German farmers block roads in nationwide protest over diesel tax

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Technology

Dystopian brain chip implanted into monkeys ‘stop them taking risks’

Scientists at Kyoto University in Japan have developed a dystopian brain chip aimed at curbing risk-taking behavior in monkeys. This innovative chip utilizes light flashes to communicate with different sections of macaques’ brains. By activating the light on one side of the brain, researchers observed an inclination towards taking larger risks, while flashing the other side prompted the monkeys to opt for lower risk and … Continue reading Dystopian brain chip implanted into monkeys ‘stop them taking risks’

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