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Chinese-sponsored hackers behind ‘major’ breach: Treasury Department
Investigators accuse China of hacking U.S. Treasury Department computers. And funeral arrangements are set for America’s 39th president, Jimmy Carter. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased updates for Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024. Chinese-sponsored hackers are behind ‘major’ breach: Treasury Department The U.S. Department of Treasury said it’s still working to determine the extent of damage… -
Minimum wage increases coming for 9 million Americans
Nearly two dozen states will increase their minimum wage, or legally mandated base pay, on Wednesday, Jan. 1. Thirteen states have a minimum wage linked to inflation, state legislatures approved six others and voters said yes to ballot measures in two states. That brings the total amount of states raising the minimum wage to 21.… -
Two Oregon men found dead after failing to return from Sasquatch search
Two men from Portland, Oregon, were found dead in Washington’s Gifford Pinchot National Forest after going missing during a search for Sasquatch. Skamania County officials reported that the men, aged 37 and 59, were located three days after being reported missing on Christmas Day. The two were last seen on Christmas Eve. Authorities said the… -
179 killed, 2 survive plane crash at South Korean airport
More details emerged from a fiery plane crash in South Korea that left 179 people dead in one of the country’s worst aviation disasters. It happened Sunday, Dec. 29, at Muan International Airport 180 miles south of Seoul. The jetliner skid off the runway into a concrete fence and burst into flames after its landing gear allegedly failed to deploy. Only two… -
Biden, Trump, former US presidents pay tribute to Carter
Tributes are pouring in for former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away in Plains, Georgia, at 100 years old Sunday. And 179 people are dead after a plane crash in South Korea. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. Former President Jimmy Carter dies at 100 Former President Jimmy Carter,… -
‘Chrismukkah’: Celebrating Christmas and Hanukkah in holiday rarity
“Chrismukkah,” the holiday mash-up of Christmas and Hanukkah, received its 15 minutes of fame from the character Seth Cohen in the early 2000s teen drama “The O.C.” If the series had been airing this year, it would have been a very special Chrismukkah episode because the first night of Hanukkah coincided with Christmas Day, Wednesday,… -
Retailers brace for slew of returns as holiday shopping winds down
With the holiday shopping season culminating for many on Christmas, now comes the season of returns for retailers. At the end of the 2024 holiday season, The National Retail Federation estimates there will be $890 billion in merchandise coming back. That amounts to about 17% of sales. There are so many returns that the month… -
Questions surround plane crash in Kazakhstan, 38 killed
Investigators are working to figure out why a plane crashed in Kazakhstan, leaving more than two dozen people dead. And what police say might have caused a taxicab to jump the curb and plow into pedestrians in New York City. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024. Questions surround plane crash… -
KFC opens new ‘Saucy’ restaurant focused on tenders, sauces
KFC is bringing a different flavor to the table, 11 flavors in fact, with its new concept, “Saucy.” The restaurant opened in Orlando, Florida, on Monday, Dec. 23. While KFC, known for its fried chicken, is behind this new location, “Saucy” is all about chicken tenders and the sauces that come with them. Customers can… -
Flu numbers rising as Americans get set to gather with family over the holidays
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that 13 states have “high” or “very high” levels of flu-like illnesses. That is double the number from the week before. According to the CDC’s website, seasonal influenza activity continues to increase nationwide. This comes as many Americans are gathering with family and friends for the… -
American Airlines resumes flights after ‘technical issue’ on Christmas Eve
American Airlines reported a widespread “technical issue” on Christmas Eve morning, Dec. 24. The Federal Aviation Administration said the airline requested a ground stop for all its U.S. flights. American Airlines responded to worried travelers on X, saying, “Your safety is our utmost priority, once this is rectified, we’ll have you safely on your way… -
Gaetz responds after House Ethics Committee releases report
Former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz, who at one point was President-elect Trump’s pick for attorney general, is reacting to the House Ethics Committee’s report. And former President Bill Clinton remains hospitalized after developing a fever. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2024. Gaetz responds after House Ethics Committee releases report The… -
Drones fall from sky after collision during holiday show, 1 injured
Holiday drone shows have become something of a tradition this time of the year. However, a show in Orlando, Florida, on Saturday, Dec. 21, did not go as planned, leaving at least one person injured. According to a statement from the Federal Aviation Administration provided to Straight Arrow News, the incident occurred around 6:45 p.m.…
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