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Georgia Republicans appeal judge’s decision on new election rules
Georgia Republicans are appealing a judge’s decision to strike down new election rules passed by the Republican-controlled State Election Board. The rules include requiring the hand counting of paper ballots to ensure the totals reconcile with the voting machine, along with ensuring the number of voters matches the total number of ballots cast. On Tuesday,… -
Swing state of Wisconsin sees 80% cut in number of ballot drop boxes
With just over two weeks to go until the November election, Wisconsin is a key battleground state in the race for president, as well as the U.S. Senate. Now, voters in the Badger State have fewer options when it comes to absentee voting. Counties, cities and towns in the state have cut back drastically on… -
Texas AG sues doctor for providing gender-affirming care to minors
Texas is suing a Dallas doctor who is accused of providing gender-affirming care to minors. The lawsuit, announced by the state’s Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton Thursday, Oct. 17, alleges Dr. May Lau provided hormones to more than 20 minors in violation of a Texas ban that took effect last year. This marks one of… -
Columbia suspends pro-Israel professor over alleged harassment
Columbia University has suspended a pro-Israel professor from campus after he publicly criticized school officials for allowing anti-Israel protests. Officials from the school said they respected Shai Davidai’s right to free speech, but he had recently “harassed and intimidated” other school employees. Earlier this year a group of pro-Palenstine students also filed a formal complaint… -
That standing desk might not make you healthier after all
Some employees think they’re living the healthy life because they work at a standing desk, no longer sitting all day on the job — it seems they might want to think again. In recent years, standing desks have become popular, especially among those who work from home, as a way to lower the risk of… -
How your voting habits can impact your love life
As politics become ever more polarizing, they dip further and further into everyday life — even love lives. With so many dating apps to choose from, users search for their perfect match by looking for shared interests, such as shared hobbies, favorite bands or movies, and more recently, even favorite politicians. A recent survey found… -
Supreme Court allows Biden’s EPA to enforce regulations on power plants
The Supreme Court has allowed the Biden administration to move forward with new Environmental Protection Agency rules aimed at reducing carbon emissions from power plants. The decision comes as a blow to more than 20 Republican-led states and industry groups that had sought to block the regulations. The rules, which will require coal and natural… -
FBI revises crime data, reveals increase after initial decline reported
The FBI has revised its 2022 crime data, initially reporting a 2.1% decrease in violent crime. The updated figures now reveal a 4.5% increase. The revision includes 80,000 more incidents of violent crime than previously reported, with an increase of 1,699 murders, 7,780 rapes, over 33,000 robberies and 37,000 aggravated assaults. This new data was… -
Video shows Phoenix police Taser, punch deaf Black man with cerebral palsy
Newly released bodycam footage from the Phoenix Police Department revealed the violent arrest of a Black man who is deaf and has cerebral palsy. The footage from Aug. 19 shows two officers, Benjamin Harris and Kyle Sue, punching and using a Taser on Tyron McAlpin. Phoenix police say McAlpin was accused of punching another man at… -
Dozens still missing in North Carolina weeks after Helene
Gov. Roy Cooper, D-N.C., provided an update during the week of Oct. 13, on the ongoing recovery efforts in North Carolina following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. Cooper announced that 81 people remained missing across the state. Initially, a task force was formed to locate 92 unaccounted-for individuals. That number fluctuated, but Cooper recently… -
US Army unveils new laser-armed Stryker vehicle to combat drone warfare
The Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) Directed Energy Stryker, an updated version of the Stryker Infantry Combat Vehicle, was unveiled at AUSA 2024. Developed by Leonardo DRS and BlueHalo, the system combines advanced weapons with rapid deployment capabilities, offering a new approach to the U.S. Army’s defense against unmanned aerial systems. The vehicle features high-tech weapons,… -
Caban pardoned NYPD officers, top doctor leaving Adams admin: Report
There’s new information about more issues within New York City Mayor Eric Adams‘ administration. Former New York City Police Commissioner Edward Caban reportedly dismissed multiple disciplinary cases ahead of his resignation. According to The City, Caban let an officer walk without any discipline following incidents involving a sergeant and two protesters at a George Floyd… -
US expanding NATO airbase to host nuclear-capable fighter jets
The United States is expanding Hungary’s Kecskemét Air Base to host nuclear-capable fighter jets. The expansion will enhance NATO’s ability to quickly respond to regional threats, particularly as the conflict in Ukraine continues. The U.S. Department of Defense is investing in infrastructure upgrades at the air base, allowing it to accommodate advanced fighter jets such…
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