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Catholic church closings in Baltimore leave some parishioners angry and upset
Thanksgiving week brings the end of an era for many Catholic churches in Baltimore. The Archdiocese of Baltimore, the oldest in the country, is downsizing. It is going from 61 parishes to 30 worship and ministry sites, with many of the changes starting with Masses this Sunday, Dec. 1. Archbishop William Lori called the decision… -
Trump’s cabinet: A bold experiment in ideological diversity?
President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet appointments are generating controversy and conversation for their unconventional nature, but they also stand out as one of the most ideologically diverse in modern history. From pro-union Republicans to former Democrats and figures tied to liberal causes, the cabinet reflects a broad range of political perspectives under Trump’s populist vision. Among… -
NATO official urges businesses to prepare their supply chains for war
A top NATO military official is telling businesses in the U.S. and Europe to be ready for a wartime scenario. Dutch Adm. Rob Bauer, the head of the organization’s military committee, told the European Policy Centre this approach would be key to avoiding countries being vulnerable to Russia and China. “I’ve been going around boardrooms,… -
NYPD warns Tren de Aragua is trying to recruit kids in migrant shelter system
The New York Police Department (NYPD) said a Venezuelan gang is trying to recruit children living in the city’s migrant shelters. The Tren de Aragua gang has recruited an unknown number of young people who are in New York as they wait for a ruling on whether they can seek asylum in the U.S. Police… -
More than 30 stranded pilot whales rescued in New Zealand
An effort to save dozens of whales from certain death is being hailed as “incredible” by New Zealand conservationists. More than 30 stranded pilot whales were reportedly rescued on Sunday, Nov. 24, by residents and conservation workers in New Zealand. “We’ve had, you know, a really awesome response from the community,” Dave Milner, who works… -
Rich nations urged to pay more as UN climate relief fund falls billions short
A climate relief fund finalized at the UN’s annual COP29 climate conference is falling billions short of what experts say is needed. This discrepancy prompted appeals from developing nations for wealthier countries to increase their financial commitments. “All countries that have pledged money must complete their contribution agreements,” COP29 President Mukhtar Babayev said. “And we… -
Authorities drop investigation into Telegraph columnist Allison Pearson
Authorities have dropped their investigation into The Telegraph columnist Allison Pearson. This comes after Essex Police visited her home on Nov. 10 to investigate a post she made on social media platform X. Straight Arrow News reported earlier this week that Pearson said she wasn’t told which specific post prompted the investigation or who made… -
What holiday toys made the 2024 best and worst lists?
One thing on the minds of most parents this time of the year: “What are the hottest holiday toys and how can I get my hands on them?” Whether it’s Cabbage Patch Kids, Tickle Me Elmo or Hatchimals, there’s always been at least one toy that causes a frenzy. This year, according to multiple top… -
No singing allowed in AMC Theatres as ‘Wicked’ releases
The wait is over! Fans are heading to theaters for the release of “Wicked.” But AMC Theatres is asking moviegoers to keep their excitement in check. Singing along during the movie is against the rules. AMC is announcing the no-singing policy in a 30-second advisory playing ahead of the film. It features scenes from “Wicked”… -
Ford announces thousands of impending layoffs in Europe
Ford Motor Company is ending the year with bad news for European workers. The company has just announced it plans to cut about 4,000 jobs. Nearly 3,000 of those layoffs will happen in Germany, with another 800 in Great Britain. This amounts to about 14% of the company’s European workforce. Ford said its biggest struggles… -
Brazilian ex-president Bolsonaro indicted over alleged coup attempt
Brazilian authorities indicted and arrested the nation’s former president, Jair Bolsonaro, on accusations of knowing about a plot to kill the president-elect while trying to overturn the country’s 2022 election. Federal police took Bolsonaro and 36 others into custody Thursday, Nov. 21 as part of an investigation into the fallout. Officials said Bolsonaro had “full… -
Migrant caravan forms in Mexico, hopes to reach US before Trump term
About 1,500 people are forming a caravan in southern Mexico, hoping to immigrate to the United States. Migrants in the caravan say they hope to reach the U.S.-Mexico border and get permission to enter the U.S. before President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January. It’s the latest in what’s been an annual process each fall… -
News behind paywalls: People reject it, media depend on it in digital shift
A revolution appears to be unfolding in the news industry, driven by a mix of mistrust, a decline in traditional TV viewership and revenue, and a world increasingly plugged into phones rather than televisions. As a result, news companies are shifting strategies and targeting the digital news consumer. However, the news business model is still…