More from Emma Stoltzfus
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Why deportations are an ‘economic disaster’ and other immigration truths
There are likely more than 11 million immigrants living in the U.S. today without authorization. On the campaign trail, former President Donald Trump has promised to enact “mass deportations” to remove unauthorized immigrants. Trump said he would use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, which has not been used since internment camps during World War… -
FBI visited journalist after he published hacked JD Vance dossier
An independent journalist made headlines earlier in October after publishing a 270-page report compiled by Donald Trump’s campaign regarding its vetting process for vice presidential pick JD Vance. Following the publication of the Vance dossier, the journalist, Ken Klippenstein, reported that he was visited by the FBI. According to the FBI, the documents are believed… -
Parrots overwhelm Argentinian town, leading to local power outages
The town of Hilario Ascasubi, located near Argentina’s east, is facing an overwhelming influx of parrots. Over the past few years, so many birds have arrived that they now outnumber the community’s 5,000 residents by a ratio of 10-to-1. Experts believe that deforestation in nearby mountain areas, where the parrots would typically stop during their… -
Bath & Body Works faces backlash over offensive candle design
What was intended to be a festive holiday product turned into a public relations issue for Bath & Body Works. The company’s “Snowed In” candle was pulled from shelves after online critics pointed out that its label design resembled something far more offensive than a winter wonderland. The snowflake design, which was meant to celebrate… -
At least six new lawsuits filed against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, first from minor
Another round of lawsuits filed against Sean Diddy Combs on Monday, Oct. 14, accuse the rapper of raping women, sexually molesting an underaged boy, and sexually assaulting men. Until these new lawsuits, Comb had been accused only of sex crimes against adults. At least six lawsuits were filed against the hip hop star on Oct.… -
How Florida’s state-backed insurance went from last resort to largest provider
It was meant to be the insurance of last resort. But along the way, Florida’s government-backed Citizens Property Insurance Corporation became the largest insurance provider in the state. “Citizens Property Insurance, which was created decades ago, it is not solvent, and we can’t have millions of people on that, because if a storm hits, it’s… -
Leaked documents show TikTok execs know their app harms kids
Internal documents from Tiktok that leaked on Friday, Oct. 11, revealed that company executives knew the app was harmful to children and actively tried to keep them on the platform. A redaction failure exposed the documents which are part of an ongoing lawsuit against TikTok by 14 attorneys general across the United States. Kentucky Public… -
TD Bank to pay $3 billion in money laundering scheme
Multinational company Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD Bank) is on the hook to pay $3 billion in fines after it pleaded guilty in a massive money laundering scheme on Thursday, Oct. 10. Around $1.8 billion will go to the Justice Department, and $1.3 billion will go to the Treasury Department. Federal officials said more than $670 million… -
Mexico deploys nearly 700 soldiers to protect lime growers from cartels
Mexico’s drug cartel problem is getting worse and it’s now impacting one of the country’s most exported fruits, limes. Growers are reportedly facing threats from cartels who are demanding a cut of their profits. Extortion by cartels has apparently gotten so severe that the Mexican government is calling in hundreds of guards to protect lime-growing… -
$20k reward offered after sea lion shot and killed on California beach
A young sea lion was found dead at a California beach in early August 2024 after being shot. Now, officials are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to those responsible. The two-year-old male sea lion was discovered struggling between two lifeguard stations on Aug. 7 at Bolsa Chica State Beach in Orange County, California.… -
They’re dangerous, even deadly. So why are baby walkers still legal?
Sit-in baby walkers have been banned in Canada for two decades, but they are still one of the most popular baby items in the United States despite renewed calls for a ban on them. The walkers are linked to thousands of injuries every year and were linked to at least eight deaths between 2004 and 2008.… -
FCC chair responds to Trump’s call for CBS to lose license over Harris interview
Former President Donald Trump accused CBS of altering a “60 Minutes” interview with Vice President Kamala Harris to make her appear more presidential. Trump also demanded the network lose its broadcast license. Posting on Truth Social and X, Trump called the incident “the greatest fraud in broadcast history,” sparking widespread debate and further straining his… -
Interim NYPD commissioner expected to resign amid Adams administration issues
New York City’s new interim police commissioner is reportedly leaving the job, just weeks after he stepped up to the position. Mayor Eric Adams appointed Thomas Donlon as interim commissioner on Friday, Sept. 13, after former commissioner Edward Caban resigned. Caban was one of several Adams administration officials who had their phones taken by federal…