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Secret Service confirms cocaine found in White House: July 5 rundown
The U.S. Secret Service is currently conducting an investigation into the discovery of cocaine inside the White House’s West Wing, which houses the Oval Office and serves as a workspace for presidential staff. The substance was found on Sunday during a routine inspection, leading to a brief evacuation of the premises. President Joe Biden and… -
NYC Mayor Adams likens complaining constituent to plantation owner
New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) faced criticism and demands for answers regarding the city’s housing crisis during a community conversation held earlier this week. Residents raised concerns about rent increases on rent-stabilized apartments. The frustration peaked when one housing activist accused Adams of being controlled by the real estate industry, citing two years… -
How does the environmental impact of an EV compare to a gas vehicle?
The Biden administration’s push to get more electric vehicles (EVs) on the road as a means to reduce CO2 emissions and achieve long-term environmental benefits has received billions of dollars in funding. However, while EVs emit less carbon during their operational phase, their production process can be significantly carbon-intensive, as highlighted in a recent MIT… -
Environmentalists seek to block Nevada lithium mine needed for EV batteries
A decision by a federal district court judge to permit the construction of a massive lithium mine in Nevada, despite the project’s failure to comply fully with federal law, is now facing backlash. Environmentalist groups and Native American tribes have challenged the ruling in federal appeals court, claiming it represents an illegal overexertion of authority.… -
Church attendance continues to fall, now below pre-pandemic levels: poll
The way Americans practice their faith is undergoing a transformation, as traditional religious institutions have witnessed a decline in attendance and individuals explore alternative avenues to express their spirituality. While a significant portion of the population identifies as religious, only about one in four Americans currently attend religious services, according to a recent Gallup poll.… -
UN report highlights rise in global cocaine use, production
A recent report by the United Nations has revealed that the consumption and production of cocaine worldwide is reaching new record highs. The study indicates that approximately 22 million individuals globally used cocaine in 2021, and authorities anticipate this number to continue increasing. “The world is currently experiencing a prolonged surge in both supply and… -
New NYC rules would force wood-fired pizzerias to cut emissions 75%
New York City is facing a debate over the use of coal and wood-fired ovens in historic pizzerias. The city has put forth new regulations that would require pizza parlors to reduce carbon emissions by up to 75%. However, the proposed mandate has sparked concerns among pizzeria owners who argue that it could affect the… -
Scientists optimistic about cancer cure vaccine, Alzheimer’s treatment
Scientists are optimistic about the development of vaccines that may cure certain types of cancer within the next five years. Additionally, a groundbreaking Alzheimer’s drug could receive approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as early as next month. These medical advancements offer hope in the ongoing battle against some of the world’s most… -
Texas poised to become solar energy leader amid power grid strain
Texas, known as the nation’s leader in oil production, is rapidly transforming into a front-runner in solar energy as well. The state has witnessed a remarkable growth in solar power generation, with the amount of solar energy produced doubling since the beginning of last year. Projections indicate that this upward trajectory will continue, with solar… -
Nearly half of honeybee colonies died in 2022, but population remains stable
A recent survey conducted by the University of Maryland and Auburn University has shed light on the dire situation faced by honeybees, with the loss of nearly half of all bee colonies reported last year. This alarming figure represents the second-highest death rate on record, leaving beekeepers deeply concerned about the future of these vital… -
Justice Alito refutes report of improper relationship with megadonor Paul Singer
ProPublica, a nonprofit news organization known for its investigative journalism, recently released a report alleging that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito took a luxury fishing vacation in 2008 that was funded by a GOP megadonor. The report claimed that Alito failed to disclose the trip on his annual financial disclosures, accusations which the justice has… -
Missing Titanic sub company faced prior safety lawsuit: June 21 rundown
Authorities are hopeful that a breakthrough may have been achieved in the search for the missing Titanic submarine as they race against time to save those in the underwater vessel. And the Pentagon has acknowledged a more significant discrepancy in the value of weapons being sent to Ukraine than previously thought. These stories and more… -
China seeks military training facility in Cuba that would place troops near US
As U.S. officials engage in discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping to ease tensions between the two countries, reports have emerged regarding China’s plans to construct a new military training facility in Cuba, just 100 miles off the coast of Florida. The proximity of this potential Chinese base to the United States has raised concerns…