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Trump promises to end ‘double taxation’ on Americans abroad
Former President Donald Trump pledged to eliminate filing U.S. taxes for Americans living abroad as part of his 2024 campaign tax reform platform. The proposal aims to end what is often referred to as “double taxation” for expatriates, a move that could simplify tax obligations for over 4 million U.S. citizens overseas. Currently, Americans living… -
Scientists untangle the scientific web of black widow spider venom
Scientists have decoded the deadly secret behind the black widow spider’s venom. It’s not just ordinary poison, the venom is a complex “cocktail of toxins.” One key piece of the deadly venom is a neurotoxin called a-latrotoxin, which targets the nervous systems of vertebrates, including humans. Many people already know that this spider is not… -
Headlines compared: Kamala Harris’ multiple answers to ‘60 Minutes’ question
CBS has broadcast two different versions of a portion of its “60 Minutes” interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. Publications have generated a number of different takes on the story. The Daily Beast: “Trump, Still Fixated on ‘60 Minutes,’ Whines About ‘Illegal’ Edits to Harris’ Sit-Down” The Hill: “Trump: ‘60 Minutes’ producers ‘sliced and diced’… -
Texas first responders warned to watch for Tren de Aragua gang violence
A series of high-profile arrests of Tren de Aragua gang members has occurred in major cities across Texas. The arrests are raising concerns about public safety and the safety of first responders. In San Antonio, a massive raid over the weekend of Oct. 5, targeted 300 apartment units following reports of drug activity, human trafficking,… -
More employers could soon cover weight loss drugs
Weight loss drugs just keep becoming more and more popular but not everyone can afford them, and they’re not always covered by insurance — especially for those insured by their employers. However, a new survey shows that could soon change. Open enrollment begins this month for many companies across the nation, and that is when… -
September marks highest casualties for Russian military since invasion
Russian forces suffered an average of 1,271 soldiers killed or wounded each day, surpassing the previous high of 1,262 daily casualties recorded in May 2024. The U.K.’s Ministry of Defence attributed the rise to intensified fighting in the Kharkiv and Kursk regions and along the front lines. “The increase in the casualty rate since May… -
Deadspin loses effort to get defamation lawsuit over blackface article tossed
A Delaware judge has ruled that a defamation lawsuit against the sports website Deadspin can move forward. The case involves a 9-year-old Kansas City Chiefs fan, Holden Armenta. The controversy began when Deadspin published an article criticizing the NFL, featuring an image of Armenta. The article claimed the league needed to speak out “against the… -
Mets and McDonald’s team up: Grimace takes over the 7 train
In an unexpected partnership, the New York Mets and McDonald’s beloved character Grimace have taken their relationship to the next level. Since throwing an opening pitch back in June, the purple mascot has become an icon for the team. Now that the Mets are in the playoffs, the city is celebrating Grimace with a spot… -
Oklahoma charter school board seeks SCOTUS review of religious school case
The Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board is asking the Supreme Court to review a state court ruling that denied public funding for the nation’s first Catholic charter school. St. Isidore of Seville Virtual Charter School Inc. was founded by the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City and the Diocese of Tulsa in 2022 and was set to… -
Media reacts to Trump’s ‘bad genes’ comment on migrant murderers
Former President Donald Trump’s comments on migrants with murder convictions having “bad genes” are drawing significant attention. Much of the attention has come from left-leaning news outlets. NBC News: “Trump suggests immigrants have ‘bad genes’ in latest disparagement of migrants” Politico: “Trump on immigrants: ‘We got a lot of bad genes in our country right… -
The UK now has most migrants in country illegally in Europe: Study
A new study found Britain has more migrants in the country illegally than any other part of Europe. According to Oxford University Researchers, there are 745,000 undocumented migrants in the United Kingdom. That’s 1 in 100 of the population. A total of 973 migrants reached the U.K. on Saturday, Oct. 5, beating the previous record… -
Mexican mayor in state plagued with violence killed days after taking office
An investigation is underway into the murder of a mayor in Mexico just six days after he was inaugurated. Mexican police say that Mayor Alejandro Arcos was killed on Sunday, Oct. 6, in Chilpancingo, the capital city of the Guerrero state, which has been plagued with gang violence. Authorities confirmed the killing after pictures on… -
US hospitals face IV shortage as new hurricane threats loom
As another hurricane barrels toward the United States’ Gulf Coast, hospitals across the country are dealing with a shortage of IV fluid caused by the last one. Hurricane Helene forced manufacturers to halt production. The leading supplier of IV fluids in the U.S., Baxter International, said its facility in North Carolina will remain closed for the…
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