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Trump nixes DEA pick after controversial pastor arrest resurfaces: Report
President-elect Donald Trump is criticizing The Wall Street Journal’s report on the withdrawal of his nominee for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). The newspaper called the withdrawal a “setback.” Trump nominated Florida Sheriff Chad Chronister to lead the DEA. Three days later, Chronister posted on social media that he was stepping down from consideration. In… -
Congo gov’t on ‘high alert’ as mystery illness kills dozens
Health officials are racing to identify the origin of a deadly disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, putting the local government on “high alert.” Dozens of people are dead as they experience flu-like symptoms in the Central African country as officials wait for lab results. In a press conference on Thursday, Dec. 5,… -
Incoming Trump admin sparks fears gay marriage rights could be overturned
With President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration just over a month away, the LGBTQ+ community worries that their right to marry could be overturned. Now, same-sex couples across the U.S. are rushing to the alter to make their unions official before Trump takes office. However, the president-elect has not indicated that he intends to roll back the… -
Hegseth being replaced? Allegations, reactions, confirmation chances
President-elect Donald Trump may tap Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to replace Pete Hegseth as the secretary of defense nominee if he fails to secure enough votes in the Senate. Anonymous sources familiar with the discussions have told several news outlets DeSantis could step in. As of Wednesday morning, Dec. 4, Hegseth remained confident in his… -
Americans students falling behind international peers in math and science
American students are falling behind their international peers in math and science, according to a recently released government study. The National Center for Education Statistics conducted the study back in 2023. Every four years, the group releases the results of the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), which looks at fourth and eighth graders… -
How the US Space Force will work to protect Japan’s national security
U.S. Space Force Guardians are deploying to Japan on Dec. 4 in a move meant to bolster the Japanese self-defense forces against threats from Russia, China and North Korea. The United States activated its first Space Force Unit in Japan at Yokota Air Base, just west of Tokyo, on Wednesday, Dec. 4. The unit will… -
US charges Chinese national with sending guns and ammo to North Korea
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed that authorities have arrested and charged an undocumented Chinese national with allegedly buying and sending guns and ammunition to North Korea. That’s according to unsealed court documents unveiled on Tuesday, Dec. 3. According to the criminal complaint, Shenghua Wen told investigators that North Korean agents funneled $2 million… -
Chinese student arrested for filming US aircraft carrier has ties to CCP: Report
At least one of the Chinese students arrested in South Korea for allegedly taking drone video of a United States aircraft carrier reportedly has ties to the Chinese Communist Party. The incident happened on June 25 when the U.S. Navy’s USS Theodore Roosevelt docked at the naval operations command of South Korea in Busan. Korea… -
Online-only stores like Shein, Temu changing how people holiday shop
The holiday shopping landscape is changing in the U.S., with online Chinese outlets Shein and Temu offering ultra-low prices and challenging traditional American retailers. For years, people have been turning away from brick-and-mortar stores in favor of fast fashion and online-only shops that offer seemingly endless choices and unbeatable prices. With the way sites like… -
Missing Hawaii woman Hannah Kobayashi now in Mexico: LAPD
The search for Hannah Kobayashi made national headlines thanks to many questions left unanswered with loved ones wondering if she was taken against her will. The budding photographer from Hawaii was on her way to New York City last month to experience the art scene and visit relatives. However, after missing her connecting flight from… -
Retailers tighten return policies as billions flock to online shopping
With analysts estimating shoppers would spend at least $13 billion on Cyber Monday, some retailers are upping the fees when it comes to returns. They say the main reason for the change is an increase in fraud. According to the National Retail Federation, of $743 billion in returns in 2023, $101 billion, or 14%, were… -
UK blocks access to pro-Palestinian first-person shooter video game
The operators of video game distribution service Steam have blocked a pro-Palestinian first-person shooter game in the United Kingdom at the request of the country’s counterterrorism authorities. The game Fursan al-Aqsa: The Knights of the Al-Aqsa Mosque came out in 2022. It’s a first-person shooter game resembling series like Call of Duty, Medal of Honor… -
Media headlines offer contrasting views of Trump FBI pick Kash Patel
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Kash Patel to lead the FBI, a move that has sparked significant media attention. The portrayal of Patel, however, varies widely depending on the political leanings of the news outlet. Left-leaning outlets have offered a more critical view of Patel. The Associated Press described him as an “ally who would…
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