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How Mexican president’s cheery claims about drug cartels denies reality
Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said that the country’s violent criminal gangs and drug cartels are “respectful people” who “respect the citizenry.” The president added that they mostly just kill each other. The Mexican president’s claims are at odds with the reality of millions of Mexicans who live in areas dominated by drug cartels and… -
San Diego official warns city is ‘new epicenter’ of immigration crisis
A San Diego city official has labeled the city as the “new epicenter” for the border crisis, citing a surge in illegal crossings and migrants’ arrivals by boat. San Diego District 5 Supervisor Jim Desmond criticized California’s policies, saying that the states actions have contributed to the crisis. “San Diego is the new epicenter for… -
As 2020 election lawsuits grow, Gateway Pundit files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Controversial, far-right website Gateway Pundit filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Wednesday, April 24, in the face of a storm of lawsuits. The lawsuits, which include defamation claims, are from people who say they were harassed because of the site’s false 2020 election-related stories. Media watchdogs recognize the outlet for sharing false information and conspiracy… -
Gender-identity changes to Title IX get pushback from Republican states
Republican-controlled states are pushing back against newly modified Title IX rules. The Biden administration announced the expansion the week of April 15. Title IX protects people from discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities that receive federal money. It applies to schools and local and state educational agencies. Last week, the Department of… -
Fertility rate for US women in 2023 hits lowest level in a century: CDC
Women in the United States are giving birth at record-low rates, according to federal data released on Thursday, April 25. The report, conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Center for Health Statistics, found that the total fertility rate fell to 1.62 births per woman in 2023, marking the lowest… -
Survey: More US workers now fear losing jobs, lower wages due to AI
Two recent surveys by YouGov revealed growing concerns among U.S. workers about the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on their jobs. Compared to 2023, more workers now fear that AI will reduce job opportunities in their industries, according to the surveys. In June 2023, 33% of respondents believed that AI would decrease job opportunities in… -
Businesses sue over FTC ban on noncompetes
Ryan LLC, a global tax services provider, filed a lawsuit against a new Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rule that prohibits noncompete agreements nationwide. The firm argues the rule oversteps the FTC’s regulatory authority. Ryan LLC alleged the rule threatens businesses’ ability to protect their intellectual property and retain top talent. The lawsuit contends that eliminating… -
Biden administration cracks down on flight refunds and hidden fees
The Biden administration is cracking down on some major air travel headaches. New rules from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) aim to enhance the refund process and get rid of hidden fees. The department announced on Wednesday, April 24, that it will now require airlines to give automatic cash refunds for canceled flights or… -
How Martha’s Vineyard migrants secured special visas intended for victims of crime
In 2022, 49 migrants were flown to Martha’s Vineyard from San Antonio, Texas, with the assistance of Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla. On Tuesday, April 23, immigration attorney Rachel Self said a few migrants have reportedly qualified for “criminal victims visas” after claiming to be victims of a potential crime. Self said three of the migrants… -
Feds accuse Sheetz of discrimination for using criminal records when hiring
The U.S. federal government launched a lawsuit against Sheetz, alleging racial discrimination in its hiring process due to use of criminal records. According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the gas station and convenience store chain allegedly discriminated against minority applicants by refusing to hire some individuals with criminal convictions. The lawsuit contends that… -
How Russia’s nuclear-capable missiles are causing growing concerns for NATO
Tensions are rising between Russia and NATO countries as Moscow forms an Iskander missile brigade near Finland’s border. As a result, Poland is considering allowing NATO allies to deploy nuclear weapons to its soil in response to Russian threats on Monday, April 22. The Iskander-M ballistic missiles deployed in Russia’s border adjacent to Finland —… -
Gov. Newsom hopes to get Arizonans to Calif. to get abortions over 1864 ban
Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-Calif., announced plans Sunday, April 21, to help Arizonans access reproductive rights. The new initiative follows an Arizona Supreme Court ruling that upholds a Civil War-era abortion ban. Newsom is now pushing a bill that expedites the licensing process to allow Arizona abortion providers to offer services in California. The California bill… -
Argentina asks to join NATO as Milei looks to enhance security, strengthen ties
Argentina’s controversial populist President Javier Milei wants his country to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. The move is an effort to enhance political and security cooperation. Milei’s government is looking to tighten relations with Western powers and attract investment in Argentina. Argentina’s request came during talks on Thursday, April 18, in Brussels between NATO’s…
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