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Feds find safety violations at NYC immigrant sweatshops; hit with big fines
Federal inspectors found more than two dozen safety hazards at immigrant sweatshops in New York City. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration discovered fire, electrical, respiratory and sanitary hazards at HotHead Grabba locations in Brooklyn and Queens. The company packages tubes of loose ground tobacco leaves sold at smoke shops and bodegas. Ten of… -
White House announces $3B in funding for US battery manufacturing sector
Battery technology, crucial not only for power storage but also for electric vehicles (EVs) and other low-carbon transportation methods, is a vital part of the renewable energy transition. Currently, the global production of batteries is heavily dominated by China, home to six of the world’s top 10 battery manufacturers, but the U.S. is looking to… -
Chicago teachers say they were told to give migrant students passing grades
In the last few years, a number of undocumented immigrants have entered the U.S. from the southern border. States like Texas have sent busloads of migrants to cities and states with more immigrant-friendly policies. Chicago, Illinois, was one of those cities. Since Texas started bussing migrants there in 2022, more than 50,000 migrants have been… -
Edmundo Gonzalez says he was forced to sign letter recognizing Maduro victory
Exiled Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez claimed on Wednesday, Sept. 18, that he was forced to sign a letter accepting Venezuela’s top court’s decision to recognize President Nicolás Maduro’s victory in the presidential election earlier this year. He was then granted asylum in Spain earlier this month. In a video posted on Instagram, Gonzalez said,… -
AMC, Regal investing $2.2B to upgrade movie theater experience
The eight biggest movie theater chains in the U.S. and Canada — including AMC, Regal, and Cinemark — announced Thursday, Sept. 19, they will be investing $2.2 billion to make improvements to modernize their theaters over the next three years. These theaters represent over 21,000 movie screens and 67% of box office sales. The National… -
Plan to open 10% of Utah for solar energy faces environmental concerns
The U.S. government is considering opening up 10% of Utah’s land for solar power developments, but the proposal is facing opposition from state officials and some environmentalists who worry it could impact sensitive landscapes and habitats. Areas like Utah’s West Desert and the shores of the Great Salt Lake, which are home to threatened species… -
Astronomers warn of Starlink satellites’ impact on space research
Astronomers sounded the alarm over the increasing threat posed by Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites to ground-based observations. Scientists said Starlink satellites emit radio waves up to 32 times stronger than previous versions, severely impacting astronomical research and astronomers’ ability to observe the stars. Radio astronomers are particularly concerned because Starlink’s interference obstructs their ability to… -
Majority of Americans support mass deportation of immigrants: Poll
A new poll conducted by Scripps News/Ipsos reveals that 54% of Americans support the mass deportation of undocumented immigrants. The survey shows that respondents “strongly” or “somewhat” favor efforts to deport millions of immigrants. The results highlight a stark divide along party lines. Among Republicans, 86% support mass deportation, followed by 58% of independents and… -
US Army partners with Microsoft for upgrade to battlefield vision
Anduril Industries, founded by Oculus VR creator Palmer Luckey, formed a strategic partnership with Microsoft to enhance the U.S. Army’s Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS). The collaboration involves integrating Anduril’s advanced Lattice platform into the IVAS. The Microsoft-powered headsets will be able to provide soldiers with real-time battlefield data from various sources such as drones,… -
University of Maryland students sue over canceled Oct. 7 vigil
Students at the University of Maryland are suing the school after it canceled a vigil planned for Oct. 7. The groups Palestine Legal and the Council on American-Islamic Relations have filed a lawsuit on behalf of a group of students who were planning the vigil to honor those killed in Gaza since Hamas attacked Israel a… -
NASA’s ‘Hidden Figures’ receive Congressional Gold Medals
Some “Hidden Figures” were recently honored for their contributions to NASA. The group of Black women who played a pivotal role in the early successes of the U.S. space program were honored with the Congressional Gold Medal on Capitol Hill the week of Sept. 15. House Speaker Mike Johnson led the ceremony, praising the women… -
Hundreds of border agents under investigation for misconduct: Report
Hundreds of U.S. Customs and Border Patrol officers are currently under investigation. The investigation comes through the agency’s Office of Professional Responsibility for a range of misconduct, including drug smuggling, sexual assault and domestic violence. Documents obtained by Newsweek reportedly show that more than 200 officers are implicated in various offenses, including 17 cases of… -
ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, prominent NBA journalist, announces retirement
ESPN senior insider Adrian Wojnarowski, one of the most prominent figures in NBA reporting, has announced his retirement and departure from the network. Wojnarowski, best known for his ability to break major NBA stories, often referred to as “Woj Bombs,” confirmed his exit via social media, marking the end of an era in basketball journalism.…
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