Mike Johnson to swear in Democrat who could force Epstein vote

Democratic representative-elect Adelita Grijalva is set to be sworn into the House on Wednesday, ending a seven-week delay that blocked her from taking her Arizona seat. Her swearing-in will make her the 218th signature needed on a discharge petition to force a House vote on legislation demanding the Justice Department release additional Jeffrey Epstein files. The move follows the release of previously unseen emails linking … Continue reading Mike Johnson to swear in Democrat who could force Epstein vote

Solar storms delay the launch of Blue Origin’s big new rocket with Mars orbiters for NASA

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket launch was postponed Wednesday due to intense solar storms, which were also creating spectacular auroras across the U.S. The rocket, carrying two NASA Mars orbiters from Florida, had already faced delays from poor weather. NASA delayed the liftoff over concerns that heightened solar radiation could affect the spacecraft. No new launch date has been announced, the AP has reported. This … Continue reading Solar storms delay the launch of Blue Origin’s big new rocket with Mars orbiters for NASA

Mortgage demand from homebuyers hits highest level since September

Mortgage applications to buy a home rose 6% last week, marking the strongest pace since September, as increased supply and softening prices encouraged buyers. Volume was 31% higher than the same week a year ago, despite the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rising slightly to 6.34%. Demand for refinancing fell 3% for the week but remained 147% higher than last year, reflecting lower rates. Economist … Continue reading Mortgage demand from homebuyers hits highest level since September

Bessent says ‘substantial’ tariff relief on coffee and bananas is coming soon

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that “substantial” tariff relief on everyday consumer goods, including coffee, bananas, and other fruits, will be implemented soon. The move comes after President Trump raised tariffs on imports like Brazilian coffee, contributing to rising prices and surging inflation, which hit 3% in September. Bessent said the cuts would help bring prices down quickly and that Americans could start feeling relief … Continue reading Bessent says ‘substantial’ tariff relief on coffee and bananas is coming soon

Nearly 900 flights canceled in US early Wednesday

At least 888 U.S. flights were canceled Wednesday morning, with major hubs like Chicago O’Hare, Denver, and Atlanta leading the disruptions, while another 720 flights were delayed. The cancellations continue a dayslong pattern caused by the federal government shutdown, which has left many Transportation Security Administration staff working without pay. FAA capacity limits remain in place at 40 major airports, though staffing issues were minimal … Continue reading Nearly 900 flights canceled in US early Wednesday

US Mint in Philadelphia to press final penny as the 1-cent coin gets canceled

The U.S. Mint in Philadelphia will strike its last circulating penny on Wednesday, ending a production run that began in 1793. President Donald Trump ordered the coin’s phase-out as it now costs nearly 4 cents to produce a 1-cent coin, making it financially inefficient. While many Americans collect pennies for nostalgia or luck, retailers and banks have faced challenges adjusting to the abrupt end, including … Continue reading US Mint in Philadelphia to press final penny as the 1-cent coin gets canceled

Pentagon sends ground forces to train in Panama’s jungle for first time in decades

The Pentagon has resumed sending conventional ground forces to Panama for jungle training for the first time in over two decades, reviving a three-week course once nicknamed the “Green Hell.” The program, run at Base Aeronaval Cristóbal Colón, is small for now but expected to expand over the next year and is presented as a partnership to boost Panama’s regional security capacity rather than to … Continue reading Pentagon sends ground forces to train in Panama’s jungle for first time in decades

Japan and China exchange barbs after Japanese leader’s remarks over Taiwan

Japan and China engaged in a heated diplomatic exchange after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said a Chinese attack on Taiwan could pose “a survival-threatening situation” for Japan, potentially justifying the use of force. Beijing sharply criticized the remarks, with Chinese Consul General Xue Jian posting a threatening message on X (later deleted) and calling for retractions of similar comments by past Japanese leaders. Japan protested … Continue reading Japan and China exchange barbs after Japanese leader’s remarks over Taiwan

Istanbul mayor charged with 142 offences that could total 2,000 years in jail

Turkish prosecutors have charged Istanbul’s jailed mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu, with 142 offences, including bribery, embezzlement, money laundering, and running a criminal organization, carrying potential sentences totaling up to 2,430 years. The nearly 4,000-page indictment names 402 suspects and alleges İmamoğlu led a crime network “like an octopus.” Opposition leaders, including Özgür Özel, say the charges are politically motivated to prevent İmamoğlu from running in the … Continue reading Istanbul mayor charged with 142 offences that could total 2,000 years in jail

Protesters and UN security clash at climate summit in Brazil

Chaos erupted at the COP30 climate conference on Tuesday as protesters forced their way toward the venue, clashing with U.N. security in one of the most serious disruptions in years. Demonstrators, waving yellow flags against Amazon oil drilling and carrying banners and a Palestinian flag, tried to breach barriers, prompting aggressive response from security, including physical confrontations. At least two security personnel were slightly injured, … Continue reading Protesters and UN security clash at climate summit in Brazil

Typhoon Fung-wong brings floods to Taiwan, thousands evacuated

Taiwan evacuated over 8,300 people ahead of Typhoon Fung-wong, which brought record rainfall and severe flooding to the island’s eastern coast. The storm caused neck-deep floods in Yilan and Hualien counties, injured 51 people, and inundated more than 1,000 homes in the town of Suao, where 648 mm (25 inches) of rain fell in a single day. Businesses and schools were closed in southern areas, … Continue reading Typhoon Fung-wong brings floods to Taiwan, thousands evacuated

India probes link between Delhi car blast and earlier Kashmir arrests, sources say

Indian authorities are investigating whether Monday’s car blast outside Delhi’s Red Fort, which killed eight and injured at least 20, is linked to the recent arrest of seven men from Kashmir with arms and bomb-making materials. The suspects, including two doctors, were detained in Kashmir and neighboring states during raids uncovering pistols, assault rifles, and 2,900 kg of explosive materials. Police say the arrests revealed … Continue reading India probes link between Delhi car blast and earlier Kashmir arrests, sources say

Turkish military plane crash in Georgia kills all 20 on board

All 20 personnel aboard a Turkish military C-130 cargo plane were killed when it crashed in Georgia’s Sighnaghi municipality near the Azerbaijani border on Tuesday. The plane, flying from Ganja, Azerbaijan to Turkey, had transported troops who had attended Azerbaijan’s Victory Day celebrations marking the 2020 Karabakh conflict. Turkish and Georgian authorities are investigating the crash, with the flight data recorder recovered and wreckage spread … Continue reading Turkish military plane crash in Georgia kills all 20 on board

Pakistan opens investigation into Islamabad terror attack

Pakistan has launched an investigation into a suicide bombing outside Islamabad district court buildings that killed 12 people and injured 27. The attacker detonated near a police car after failing to enter the buildings, marking the first major blast in years in the capital. The Pakistan Taliban (TTP) initially claimed responsibility but later denied involvement, while Pakistani officials largely attribute the attack to TTP militants. … Continue reading Pakistan opens investigation into Islamabad terror attack

Major Chinese bridge collapses into river just months after opening to traffic

A newly built bridge at a hydropower station in southwest China collapsed Tuesday, sending concrete and steel into a river just months after opening. Officials reported no casualties, though cracks had been spotted the day before, prompting temporary traffic controls. The Hongqi Bridge, part of the G317 national highway in Sichuan Province, stood 625 meters above the gorge and was intended to improve connectivity to … Continue reading Major Chinese bridge collapses into river just months after opening to traffic

Israelis set fire to Palestinian warehouse and land as West Bank attacks surge

Israeli’s set fire to Palestinian farmland and a warehouse in a Bedouin village on Tuesday, injuring several Palestinians. The attack occurred amid a recent surge of violence in the West Bank during the olive harvest season. Security forces detained at least four suspects and used riot control measures to disperse the crowd, arresting several Israeli civilians. Palestinian reports claim masked men, including soldiers, participated in … Continue reading Israelis set fire to Palestinian warehouse and land as West Bank attacks surge

Space forecasters say severe solar storms could hit Earth and trigger auroras

Space weather forecasters have issued an alert for incoming severe solar storms that could produce bright northern lights and temporarily disrupt communications. Several recent coronal mass ejections from the sun are expected to reach Earth Tuesday night into Wednesday, potentially affecting radio, GPS, and other systems. Auroras may be visible across much of the northern U.S., and as far south as Alabama and Northern California, … Continue reading Space forecasters say severe solar storms could hit Earth and trigger auroras

Trump says he has ‘obligation’ to sue BBC over speech edit

Donald Trump has threatened to sue the BBC for allegedly editing his January 6, 2021, speech to make it appear more radical, claiming the broadcaster “defrauded the public.” The legal threat follows Panorama’s broadcast last year, which spliced together clips from different parts of his speech, and comes as a deadline looms for the BBC to respond. The controversy contributed to the recent resignations of … Continue reading Trump says he has ‘obligation’ to sue BBC over speech edit

DOJ launches investigation into UC Berkeley unrest outside Turning Point USA event

The Department of Justice has opened an investigation into violence and unrest outside a Turning Point USA event at UC Berkeley on Monday. Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon said the probe will examine potential violations of federal civil rights and constitutional protections after attendees were reportedly harassed and assaulted by protesters. The DOJ has ordered the university to preserve all records related to security preparations … Continue reading DOJ launches investigation into UC Berkeley unrest outside Turning Point USA event

House Democrats release new Epstein emails referencing Trump

Newly released emails from the Jeffrey Epstein estate reveal that Epstein referred to Donald Trump as “the dog that hasn’t barked” and claimed an alleged victim had spent time with Trump at his home, according to Democrats on the House Oversight Committee. The 2011 exchange with Ghislaine Maxwell was among three emails disclosed from over 23,000 documents subpoenaed by the committee. Other emails show Epstein … Continue reading House Democrats release new Epstein emails referencing Trump

Venezuela announces ‘massive mobilization’ of military forces

Venezuela has launched a large-scale military mobilization in response to a growing U.S. military presence in the Caribbean. Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López said the exercises, ordered by President Nicolás Maduro, involve land, air, naval, and reserve forces, including the civilian Bolivarian Militia, to strengthen national defense and communications. The move follows the arrival of the U.S. aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford and its … Continue reading Venezuela announces ‘massive mobilization’ of military forces

House expected to vote today on ending record-long government shutdown

The House will reconvene Wednesday for the first time in 54 days to vote on ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, now in its 43rd day. The Senate passed a bipartisan funding deal Monday night, 60–40, to reopen the government through January 2026 and ensure back pay for furloughed workers. House Speaker Mike Johnson praised the agreement, saying the “long national nightmare” is … Continue reading House expected to vote today on ending record-long government shutdown

Scientists discover new “lucifer” bee with devil-like horns

A new species of bee with devil-like horns, named Megachile (Hackeriapis) lucifer, was discovered in Western Australia by Curtin University researcher Kit Prendergast. The bee was found while surveying a critically endangered wildflower in 2019, and DNA analysis confirmed it did not match any known species. This is the first new member of this bee group described in over 20 years, highlighting how much biodiversity … Continue reading Scientists discover new “lucifer” bee with devil-like horns

Police Chase Driver Over 150 Miles Until She Escapes Into Mexico

A female driver in a reportedly stolen silver Toyota Sienna led law enforcement on a multi-county pursuit across Southern California on Monday. The chase began around 10:35 a.m. in Thousand Oaks after deputies spotted the vehicle, and it continued east on the 118 Freeway and south on the 405 and 5 Freeways. Officers attempted to stop the minivan with spike strips, but the driver evaded … Continue reading Police Chase Driver Over 150 Miles Until She Escapes Into Mexico

CoreWeave CEO responds to data center delays as stock plunges

CoreWeave shares fell 13% after CEO Mike Intrator cited delays at a third-party data center provider, which caused the company to lower its 2025 revenue guidance to $5.05–5.15 billion, below analyst estimates. The delays are tied to a “singular data center provider,” potentially Core Scientific, though Intrator did not confirm the name. Despite the setbacks, CoreWeave stressed that its 41-data-center portfolio and contract backlog remain … Continue reading CoreWeave CEO responds to data center delays as stock plunges