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How unmanned helicopters are aiming to save pilots’ lives in US
An unmanned helicopter, which its creator claims will revolutionize everything from spraying crops to fighting fires all while saving lives, is taking flight. As revealed on Tuesday, Nov. 19, the so-called Sprayhawk needs no pilot. Developed by the U.S. startup Rotor, the helicopter relies on AI, sensors and communications systems, allowing a user to operate… -
Large groups of migrants apprehended at US-Mexico border in recent days
Hundreds of migrants are in custody after being caught by U.S. border agents. This comes as the Biden administration prepares for an even bigger surge of border crossings ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. The chief patrol agent for the Tucson area posted a photo Monday, Nov. 18, of the more than 230 migrants that… -
Walmart says holiday momentum fueled by higher-income shoppers
Walmart says it’s ready for the holiday season. The largest retailer in the nation released its third-quarter earnings report Tuesday, Nov. 19, with the keyword being “momentum.” Walmart executives used the word nearly a dozen times during the call to describe the company’s position heading into the biggest shopping period of the year. The retailer… -
Backlash after UK police investigate columnist over social media post
Essex Police are under fire after launching an investigation into a social media post by columnist Allison Pearson. Critics are calling the probe an overreach that infringes on free speech. The investigation centers on a year-old tweet about the Gaza conflict and has drawn widespread condemnation from political and civil liberties figures. Pearson, a columnist… -
A record 1 in 8 students in NYC were homeless last year: Report
The number of homeless students in New York City has hit a record high. Data from the Advocates for Children of New York revealed more than 146,000 public school students were homeless during the 2023-2024 school year. This means 1 in 8 students across the district were either in shelters or living temporarily with friends… -
Corners cut, data falsified at GE Vernova plant that manufactured failed turbine
Debris from a shattered turbine blade at the Vineyard Wind farm may be done washing ashore, but fallout from the incident is still impacting the company behind the project. Allegations of rushed manufacturing and falsified quality data by turbine manufacturer GE Vernova have led to layoffs, suspensions, and ongoing investigations. Fiberglass shards and other remnants… -
Roblox announces new safety features for parents and kids
Parents are getting more control over how their children explore the world of Roblox, the immersive gaming platform that has over 68 million average daily users. Chief Safety Officer Matt Kaufman announced in a blog post Monday, Nov. 18, major updates to Roblox’s safety systems and parental controls are coming. Kaufman said the changes were… -
Used car prices come down as Americans hang on to cars longer
The price of used or pre-owned cars dropped by 6.2% in the first three quarters of 2024. According to Edmunds.com, the average price is now $27,000. This marks a significant change from 2022 when inflation was soaring and the average price of a used car was greater than $30,000. Experts say there’s now an abundant… -
World’s top polluting cities unveiled by Al Gore, Climate TRACE at COP29
At the United Nation’s annual climate summit, COP29, experts unveiled a list of the world’s top polluting cities, with data revealing the massive impact of urban emissions on global climate challenges. The findings come from Climate TRACE, a coalition co-founded by former U.S. Vice President Al Gore. The group uses satellite and ground-based observations combined… -
Minneapolis businesses in George Floyd Square sue city, mayor for $30M
In Minneapolis, five business owners near the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue are suing the City of Minneapolis and Mayor Jacob Frey for $30 million. The businesses claim that the city’s actions of closing the intersection, which is the site of George Floyd’s murder, with large concrete barricades have negatively impacted their revenue,… -
India may have to deal with millions of tons of renewable energy waste
India is facing an emerging environmental challenge as a result of waste generated by decommissioned renewable energy components. Experts warn that millions of tons of these discarded materials could accumulate in the country, as government officials attempt to identify solutions. Currently, India generates approximately 100 kilotons of waste annually from solar energy products alone. To… -
Infowars sale to The Onion on hold pending judge’s review
A judge has paused the sale of Alex Jones’ Infowars to satirical news outlet The Onion over concerns about the auction’s transparency. The decision comes as families of Sandy Hook victims back the deal, which would transform Infowars into a parody site focused on far-right conspiracy theories. According to The Associated Press, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge… -
President-elect Trump plans to reassign ICE officers back into the field: Report
President-elect Donald Trump plans to reassign U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. Under this plan, officers who have been working desk jobs under the Biden administration would be able to get back into the field, according to the New York Post. Federal employees working at a West Coast and East Coast field office told…