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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.… -
Boom Supersonic makes history with XB-1’s inaugural flight
Boom Supersonic achieved an historic milestone Friday, March 22, as its prototype aircraft, the XB-1, took its inaugural flight, signaling a significant leap forward in reintroducing commercial supersonic aviation. The XB-1 flew over the Mojave Desert, reaching a maximum altitude of 7,120 feet and a top speed of 283 mph before landing safely after a… -
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… -
Reddit faces serious misinformation scrutiny now that it’s a public company
After its initial public offering on Thursday, March 21, Reddit is now under increased scrutiny to address misinformation on its platform. Analysts are advising the social media company to improve its content moderation to comply with the heightened regulatory standards of being a public entity. Julian Klymochko, CEO of Accelerate Financial Technologies, expressed concerns that… -
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… -
Justice Department sues Apple, claims company holds iPhone monopoly
The Justice Department announced Thursday, March 21, that it has filed a significant antitrust lawsuit against Apple Inc., accusing the technology behemoth of illegal anti-competitive practices aimed at maintaining its smartphone market monopoly and inflating profits. According to the lawsuit, Apple is alleged to have manipulated application development rules and features of its iPhones —… -
New probe alleges staff kept migrants locked up during deadly Juarez fire
On March 26, 2023, a fire engulfed a migrant detention center in Juarez, Mexico, claiming the lives of 40 individuals and leaving 27 others injured. Nearly a year later, a new report suggests that staff may have knowingly kept detainees locked inside a holding cell as the fire burned. Immediately following the fire, officials asserted… -
Police warn of fake rideshare drivers luring riders at Atlanta airport
Atlanta police are cautioning travelers at the city’s international airport to be vigilant of impostors posing as rideshare drivers. Recognized as the busiest airport globally, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport saw nearly 94 million passengers navigate its gates in 2022. Local news station 11Alive reported several individuals, masquerading as rideshare drivers, actively soliciting rides from unsuspecting… -
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… -
DeSantis signs ban on Florida homeless sleeping in public places
Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla., has signed legislation banning those experiencing homelessness from sleeping in public spaces without a permit. The law, which takes effect on Oct. 1, reportedly makes it illegal for cities and counties to permit people to sleep on public property without a lawful permit. The legislation also promises greater access to services…
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