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Report: Days after hire, Ronna McDaniel forced out at NBC News
In what appears to be a short-lived partnership, NBC News plans to part ways with former Republican National Chair Ronna McDaniel, according to Puck News. The New York Post reported that the pending move comes after network stars, including prominent host Rachel Maddow, and other co-hosts of “Morning Joe,” criticized the decision to bring McDaniel… -
Biden promises federal help in aftermath of Baltimore bridge collapse
President Joe Biden addressed the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, on Tuesday, March 26. During his remarks, President Biden said that search-and-rescue efforts remain the “top priority.” Authorities reported that at least six construction workers remain missing after a large container ship hit a support column on the bridge when… -
US allows UN cease-fire to pass, prompts Israel to cancel trip to DC
Tensions between the U.S. and Israel flared on Monday, March 25, as the United Nations Security Council passed a resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza, with the United States abstaining from the vote. The move by the U.S. prompted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to cancel a trip to the U.S. by two… -
Instagram limits political content as US presidential election nears
Instagram has changed its rules regarding the presence of political content. The default setting is now limiting posts, reels and accounts that are deemed to be political in nature for users, according to the company. The new limits on political content come just months before the 2024 presidential election, and some users are criticizing Instagram… -
FDA agrees to take down Ivermectin posts in legal settlement with doctors
The Food and Drug Administration has reportedly agreed to remove and stop reposting several social media messages suggesting that Ivermectin — a drug used by some doctors to treat COVID-19 — is intended for animals and not humans. The move settles a lawsuit by three doctors who accused the FDA of hurting their medical practices.… -
US Energy Dept. announces billions for projects to cut industrial emissions
The industrial sector in the United States is reportedly responsible for a fourth of the country’s emissions. Now, the Biden administration is spending the largest amount ever on industrial decarbonization projects to fight climate change. The Department of Energy announced it is putting $6 billion in federal funds toward efforts to eliminate up to 14… -
Kate Middleton reveals cancer diagnosis, urges solidarity
Catherine, Princess of Wales, also known as Kate Middleton, said in a video statement released on Friday, March 22, that she has been diagnosed with cancer. The diagnosis comes after what she described as “an incredibly tough couple of months,” according to the BBC. In January, Kate had abdominal surgery in London, which was originally… -
Senate Dems want to boost ICE’s power to arrest undocumented immigrants
Seven Democratic senators and two independents introduced legislation which would allow Immigration and Customs Enforcement to secure judicial warrants to arrest undocumented immigrants who are charged with violent crimes, according to The Hill. The move comes amid a contentious debate over the migrant crisis at the southern border. Three of the bill’s sponsors are up… -
Survey reveals nearly half of US parents support adult kids financially
A recent study from Savings.com found that nearly half of American parents (47%) are providing financial assistance to their adult children, emphasizing economic challenges faced by younger generations. According to the study, rising costs of living, including increased expenses for food and housing, have led many young adults to rely on parental support for their… -
Possible plea deal could help WikiLeaks’ Julian Assange avert espionage charges
Federal prosecutors are in talks to allow WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to avoid espionage charges by instead pleading guilty to a lesser offense of mishandling classified information, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. The possible agreement could lead to Assange being released from prison. Assange, known for his WikiLeaks disclosures, faces extradition to the… -
University of California delays vote to ban political speech on websites
University of California regents have postponed a vote on a proposal to ban professors and staff from posting personal views on campus web pages amid concerns about restrictions to free speech. The proposal would prevent employees from posting personal opinions on the homepages of the university system’s academic departments. While most regents support the proposal’s… -
AI-powered WWII exhibit allows visitors to talk to heroes of ‘Greatest Generation’
The National WWII Museum is bringing history to life with new interactive exhibits. To create these exhibits, the museum interviewed 18 veterans from the “Greatest Generation,” including a Medal of Honor recipient who passed away in 2022, and combined their stories and images with artificial intelligence. As a result, museum visitors can now engage in… -
Biden administration reduces emission targets in a win for automakers
The Biden administration has unveiled final rules that aim to make it easier for automakers to continue selling gas-powered models and slow the transition to electric vehicles through 2030. The announcement was made on Wednesday, March 20. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a rule that weakens yearly emissions targets through 2030, compared to a…