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Former NFL MVP Brett Favre reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis before Congress
NFL Hall of Famer Brett Favre revealed that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The former Green Bay Packers quarterback made the announcement while testifying before the House Ways and Means Committee on Tuesday, Sept. 24, where he was addressing matters related to welfare reform. “Sadly, I also lost an investment in a company… -
Former President Trump threatens 200% tariff on John Deere products
Former President Donald Trump has threatened a 200% tariff on John Deere products if the company moves manufacturing to Mexico, sparking debate on U.S. trade policy and its impact on domestic manufacturing. Trump issued an ultimatum to John Deere during a speech at a farming event in Pennsylvania on Monday, Sept. 23. “John Deere —… -
Swing states receive major boost from clean energy funding
Nearly half of the clean energy funds from the Biden administration’s Inflation Reduction Act have been directed to seven key swing states. The move is expected to generate tens of thousands of manufacturing jobs ahead of the 2024 election. According to a new analysis, more than $150 billion has been allocated to electric vehicle plants,… -
First ammonia-powered tugboat sets sail amid race to lower carbon emissions
As companies across the globe look for ways to cut carbon emissions, the first ammonia-fueled tugboat set sail on New York’s Hudson River Sunday, Sept. 22. The 67-year-old boat used to be run on diesel fuel, but the startup company Amogy bought it and adapted it to run on cleanly-made, carbon-free ammonia fuel. This marks… -
DOJ seeks attempted assassination charge for Trump suspect Ryan Routh
Federal prosecutors said they will pursue an attempted assassination charge against the man accused of staking out former President Donald Trump on Sept. 15 in West Palm Beach, Florida. Ryan Routh was in federal court Monday, Sept 23, for a detention hearing. The judge ruled Routh will stay behind bars until his trial, citing evidence… -
Elon Musk says Mars colony possible under Trump, unlikely under Harris
Elon Musk said that humanity will never reach Mars if Vice President Kamala Harris wins the presidency. Musk claimed he would take families to Mars to build a colony there, but it would only be possible if former President Donald Trump is reelected. Musk has been vocal on his platform X in his support for… -
Philadelphia police cracking down on illegal street racing after chaotic meetups
Illegal car meetups erupted across Philadelphia over the weekend of Sept. 21, turning several neighborhoods into chaotic scenes filled with street racing, fireworks and reckless driving. The gatherings prompted a strong response from local law enforcement as crowds swarmed streets in Center City, South Philadelphia, and near the Philadelphia Museum of Art. According to reports,… -
Autonomous robot dogs assist with fusion energy facility maintenance
Autonomous robots dogs have been used to help maintain one of the world’s largest fusion energy research facilities, located in the U.K. These robotic canine helpers, deployed during a 35-day trial at the facility, can be both safer and more cost-effective, according to a spokesperson from the Atomic Energy Authority. “This is the first time… -
Trump says he won’t run for president in 2028 if he loses to Harris in November
Former President Donald Trump said he would not run again in 2028 if he loses the election to Vice President Kamala Harris in November 2024. The Republican nominee made the announcement during a recent interview. “If you’re not successful this time, do you see yourself running again in four years?” Trump was asked. “No, I… -
Gov. Newsom signs California ban on all plastic grocery bags by 2026
All plastic shopping bags at California grocery stores will be banned by Jan. 1, 2026. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law Sunday, Sept. 22, that will eliminate all plastic bags at grocery checkouts. In 2014, the California Legislature passed a statewide ban on single-use plastic bags. However, shoppers were still able to purchase “thicker” plastic… -
Secret Service approval rating hits 10-year low, lowest ever among Republicans
A new Gallup poll revealed that American’s approval of the Secret Service has reached a 10-year low. The agency’s approval rating dropped by more than 20 points in the most recent survey. It was conducted in September before the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, but about two months after the first attempt.… -
Federal agents search homes of NYC interim police commissioner
Federal agents searched the homes of New York City’s newly appointed interim police commissioner, Thomas Donlon, on Friday, Sept. 20. The search came just over a week into his tenure as interim commissioner of the nation’s largest police force. The search is reportedly linked to classified documents Donlon may have retained from his time at… -
Feds say suspect in Trump assassination plot wrote letter admitting to plan
A man accused of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump wrote a letter addressed to the world months before the incident on Sept. 15, according to a new filing from the Justice Department. Ryan Wesley Routh allegedly wrote the letter, which was discovered in a box he dropped off at a witness’s home. The…
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