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Judge orders Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ accuser to reveal identity
A federal judge ruled that a woman accusing Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual assault couldn’t proceed with her lawsuit under the pseudonym “Jane Doe.” Instead, the woman must identify herself if she wishes to continue with her case. In her decision, Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil explained that Combs had the right to defend himself. That… -
Texas cities consider renewable-powered aerial gondolas for future transit
A new mode of urban transit may eventually glide across the Texas skyline, as several cities explore the potential of electric gondolas powered by renewable energy. However, these potential projects have drawn criticism, with some questioning the costs, commuter value and the reliability of similar endeavors in the past. Swyft Cities, the company that implements… -
Record-breaking warmth delays first snowfall on Mount Fuji
While some parts of the United States are already feeling the fall weather, Japan is still feeling the lingering effects of the summer heat. The summit of Mount Fuji has yet to see any snowfall this year. This is the latest the summit has been without snow since snowfall records began in 1894. Typically, Mount… -
Fight over MAGA hat delays British Airways flight at Heathrow Airport
Two American women caused a scene at London’s Heathrow Airport on Monday, Oct. 28, over a red “Make America Great Again” hat. The dispute resulted in a delayed flight and police involvement. The altercation began in Heathrow’s Terminal 5 as the women prepared to board a British Airways flight to Austin, Texas. According to reports,… -
US renewable energy subsidies benefit a Chinese solar company in Ohio
A newly opened solar panel manufacturing plant in Pataskala, Ohio, is generating hundreds of new jobs. However, its partial Chinese ownership has led to concerns about the U.S. government subsidies supporting it. The factory, operated under a joint venture called Illuminate USA, promises to produce more than 9.2 million solar panels annually. That would make… -
Japanese nuclear reactor restarts 13 years after 2011 earthquake, tsunami
After Japan was battered by a record setting earthquake and tsunami in 2011, all of Japan’s 54 commercial nuclear reactors were taken offline for safety assessments and upgrades. The Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant saw a major meltdown that spread contaminants over the surrounding area, particularly damaging the fishing industry. The 2011 disaster had dire… -
Police crack down on Halloween celebrations in China
Halloween celebrations are a relatively new phenomenon in China, but authorities in several major cities reportedly cracked down on public costume events this year. Officials expressed concerns that participants might use their outfits to send subtle messages of dissent toward the government. Under President Xi Jinping, China’s cultural environment has been tightly controlled, with Western… -
Boeing overcharged US Air Force by nearly $1 million for spare parts: Report
A report from a Pentagon watchdog on Tuesday, Oct. 29, said Boeing overcharged the U.S. Air Force for a dozen spare parts for C-17 transport planes. That included marking up soap dispensers by nearly 8,000% for the aircraft. The U.S. Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General’s report shows that the U.S. Air Force… -
Ford CEO drives Chinese EV as his company promotes US-made models
Ford CEO Jim Farley is facing backlash after publicly sharing he’s been driving an electric vehicle (EV) from the Chinese brand Xiaomi for months. The comment, made during an appearance on the “Fully Charged” podcast, comes as Ford has emphasized its commitment to American manufacturing, calling their EV lineup “proudly American made.” “I don’t like… -
Nerds Gummy Clusters rack up $500M in 2024 before Halloween
Straight Arrow News reported earlier this week that M&M’s have been named the most popular candy for this year’s Halloween, according to Candystore.com. But Nerds, a brand more synonymous with 1984 than 2024, is making a case for itself with its newest creation, Nerds Gummy Clusters, taking over the confectionery world. The clusters, consisting of… -
New rule requires full cash refunds for flight delays, cancellations
The Biden-Harris administration implemented a new rule on Monday, Oct. 28, requiring U.S. airlines to issue full cash refunds to passengers whose flights are significantly delayed or canceled. The policy, aimed at bolstering consumer rights, received positive feedback online, as travelers hailed it as a financial win and a boost for peace of mind. Passengers… -
$3 million tumbler Batmobile replica up for sale, but there’s a catch
Batman fans now have the opportunity to own a $3 million replica of the Tumbler Batmobile, the iconic vehicle from Batman Begins and The Dark Knight. Warner Bros. has licensed Action Vehicle Engineering to build just 10 replicas, complete with the Batmobile’s authentic features. However, it’s not street legal. Warner Bros. recently sanctioned Action Vehicle… -
Biden administration announces $3B in funds to reduce emissions at US ports
Last year, the international shipping industry generated 706 million metric tons of CO2 emissions, equal to burning nearly 80 billion gallons of gasoline and hitting pollution levels that would rank this sector as the world’s seventh-largest carbon emitter if it were a country. In an attempt to address this issue domestically, the U.S. government has…
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