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US military searching for missing F-35 fighter jet after ‘mishap’
The U.S. military is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing F-35 fighter jet after a “mishap” off the coast of South Carolina on Sunday, Sept. 17. According to Joint Base Charleston, the Marine Corps pilot of the F-35 jet ejected from the aircraft safely and has been taken to a local medical… -
US, Iran prisoner swap taking place: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 18, 2023
A prisoner swap between the United States and Iran is set to take place. And the search is on once again in Pennsylvania for escaped inmates. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Sept. 18, 2023. U.S. citizens freed as part of prisoner swap with Iran Update: Five Americans detained in Iran for… -
Watchdog: COVID pandemic unemployment fraud was up to $135B
A government watchdog agency found that about 15% of all unemployment benefits from the government have been claimed illegally since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. That equates to around $135 billion of the $900 billion in benefits paid from April 2020 to May 2023. The watchdog’s revelation points to a flawed expedited process with… -
Caesars cyberattack, days before MGM, may have exposed millions’ personal data
Caesars Entertainment, the largest casino owner in the world, was hit with a cyberattack possibly exposing personal information of its loyalty rewards members. According to a federal Securities and Exchange Commission report, the cyberattack took place on Thursday, Sept. 7. In the report to the SEC, Caesars said the attack may have exposed driver’s license… -
Johnson & Johnson replaces signature logo as company shifts focus
After more than 130 years, Johnson & Johnson has approved a new logo. The company announced on Thursday, Sept. 14 that it will replace the well-known logo used since 1887. In a press release, the company said it is updating its logo with a more modern look that better represents the organization’s focus on innovative… -
Autoworkers begin historic strike against Detroit’s Big 3: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 15, 2023
A historic strike begins as autoworkers and Detroit’s three big car companies fail to come to an agreement. And NASA releases its findings after a yearlong study into UFOs. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, Sept. 15, 2023. Autoworkers go on strike against Detroit’s Big 3 For the first time ever, the… -
UAW strike looms as deadline for deal with GM, Ford, Stellantis approaches
United Auto Workers–the union representing workers at General Motors, Ford and Stellantis in Detroit–must reach a labor agreement with the automakers before a potential strike. If no agreement is reached by 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 14, 140,000 workers could begin to strike. The strike could turn into the most significant strike of active employees… -
Sen. Mitt Romney to step aside for ‘new generation,’ urges Trump, Biden to follow
Utah Sen. Mitt Romney (R) will not run for reelection to the Senate for a second term. Romney’s announcement came Wednesday, Sept. 13 via video posted to social media where he cites his age as the main reason for stepping aside. Frankly, it is time for a new generation of leaders. They’re the ones that… -
Federal judge rules DACA is illegal: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 14, 2023
A federal judge declares DACA is illegal, likely sending the case to the Supreme Court for a third time. And the search for an escaped prisoner comes to a dramatic end. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Sept. 14, 2023. Federal judge rules DACA is illegal A federal judge in Texas has… -
As impeachment probe looms, Biden’s approval rating improves
According to a Reuters poll, President Joe Biden’s approval rating is at its highest point since March. The poll comes as House Republicans called for an impeachment inquiry into the president on Tuesday, Sept. 12. Despite the impeachment inquiry called for by House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), Biden’s approval rating has increased to… -
Kim Jong Un meets with Vladimir Putin in Russia: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 13, 2023
The leaders of North Korea and Russia meet as the two U.S. adversaries look to strengthen their relationship. And Apple unveils big changes with its next generation of iPhones. These stories and more highlight the Morning Rundown for Sept. 13, 2023. Kim Jong Un meets with Vladimir Putin in Russia North Korean leader Kim Jong… -
US releases $6B frozen Iranian funds as part of deal with Iran prisoner swap
The U.S. is waiving sanctions to allow the transfer of $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds as part of a prisoner exchange agreement. Under this deal, five American citizens who are currently detained in Iran would be released. There are currently conflicting statements coming from the U.S. and Iran on how the country will be… -
US v. Google: Biggest antitrust trial in decades begins
The biggest antitrust trial in decades got underway on Tuesday, Sept. 12 – The U.S. Justice Department v. Google. The U.S. claims Google violated antitrust laws by paying billions of dollars to Apple and other partners in order to become the default search engine on its devices and web browsers. The Justice Department and 10 states sued…