Academics and Researchers in the United Kingdom assert that a Chinese scholarship program is being leveraged by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to steal technology, gather intelligence, and monitor and intimidate critics of the communist regime. The Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong Foundation organized a panel discussion in the Scottish Parliament, expressing concerns over…

Remember the times of just hanging out with friends, maybe in a basement – like the kids from “That ’70s Show.” Today, just “hanging out” is no longer the norm, and it’s not only noteworthy for inspiring future sitcoms; it’s also impacting our health. In 2023, the U.S. surgeon general released a report titled “Our…

In the world of beer, Bud Light is still feeling fallout from a boycott that started more than a year ago. In the first quarter of 2024, Anheuser-Busch, known for its Bud Light brand, got some good news – it beat earnings expectations despite the boycott that started in April 2023 after Dylan Mulvaney, a…

A federal appeals court has denied Hunter Biden’s request to dismiss gun charges in Delaware, paving the way for his trial in June. U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika subsequently ordered that the case proceed to trial on June 3, with an expected duration of three to six days. Notably, Noreika, who was appointed by former President Donald…

After hours of testimony by Stormy Daniels, lawyers for former President Donald Trump requested a mistrial. A teenager is looking to make history on the soccer field. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, May 10, 2024. Judge denies Trump’s request for mistrial after Daniels concludes testimony Once again, the judge overseeing…

After weeks of threats, Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., called for a vote to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday, May 8, citing concerns about his leadership. The motion was decisively rejected within minutes by a vote of 359 to 43, with most Republicans joining Democrats. “By passing the Democrats’ agenda and handcuffing the Republicans’ ability and…

TikTok and ByteDance filed a lawsuit in federal court Tuesday, May 7, challenging legislation that would ban or force the sale of the popular app. The companies claim the new law violates the U.S. Constitution and referenced the First Amendment 27 times. The law, signed by President Biden in April, gives the Chinese parent company…

13 U.S. federal judges are taking a stance against Columbia University in New York City for its handling of campus protests. In a letter on Monday, May 6, the judges vowed not to hire any future students from Columbia University beginning with the 2024 freshman class. The judges expressed their loss of confidence in the…

About 4 in 10 Americans now label China as an enemy, marking the highest level in five years, according to new research. A Pew Research Center survey published on Wednesday, May 1, revealed the significant shift in Americans’ attitude toward China. Additionally, only 6% of poll respondents said they consider China a partner. These findings…

Six months away from the November election, voters find themselves in an election-season lull. However, while the primaries were not very competitive and yielded predictable nominees, polls show that election workers are concerned for their safety. Most Republicans believe the latest presidential election was rigged, according to multiple polls. One Rasmussen poll showed up to…