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UK defense minister warns British Army could be wiped out in large-scale war
A U.K. defense minister warned the British Army could be wiped out within six months of a large-scale war. Alistair Carns, the nation’s minister for veterans, said a rate of casualties similar to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine would lead to the army’s demise. “In a war of scale, not a limited intervention but one similar… -
Trump picks Musk-tied billionaire Jared Isaacman to lead NASA
President-elect Donald Trump has picked a billionaire entrepreneur with ties to Elon Musk to lead NASA. Trump said he plans to nominate Jared Isaacman, announcing his choice Wednesday, Dec. 4. “Jared will drive NASA’s mission of discovery and inspiration, paving the way for groundbreaking achievements in space science, technology and exploration,” Trump said in a… -
NC town’s lawsuit accuses Duke Energy of climate change deception
A North Carolina town is suing utility giant Duke Energy, accusing the company of deceiving the public on climate change. It is the first U.S. lawsuit seeking climate accountability from an electric company. The town of Carrboro announced Wednesday, Dec. 4, that it had filed the lawsuit. They argue the company’s actions led to a… -
Millions in Cuba without power after electrical grid collapse
Millions of people in Cuba are without power after the country’s electrical grid collapsed for a second time on Wednesday, Dec. 4. Schools across the communist country were forced to close, and non-official workers were ordered to stay home. Cuban Energy Minister Vicente de la O Levy said the Matanzas power plant failed around 2… -
Washington Commanders stadium talks may come down to Maryland-DC deal
The Washington Commanders are looking to build a new stadium, exploring trade negotiations. Maryland senators offered a deal that would give Washington the RFK Stadium for one of its Air National Guard squadrons. The team is looking for a new venue to replace its aging stadium in Landover, Maryland. Washington has been trying to get… -
Texas Gov. Abbott threatens to defund hospital over doctor’s viral TikTok
A viral TikTok video is creating tension between the Texas Children’s Hospital and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican. The video, posted by one of the hospital’s doctors, criticizes an executive order signed by Abbott that requires Texas public hospitals to collect information on patients’ immigration status and report healthcare costs for undocumented immigrants. In… -
Hamas says 33 hostages killed, Trump demands release of remaining captives
Hamas announced on Monday, Dec. 2, 33 hostages have been killed as Israel’s more than year-long war against the militant group continues. This marks the first time the Palestinian militia group has revealed the number of Israeli hostage deaths since the war in Gaza began. The announcement has also drawn the attention of President-elect Donald… -
South Korean president sparks protests, declares ’emergency martial law’
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in the country Tuesday, Dec. 3, appointing an army general to serve as martial law commander. Less than three hours later, parliament voted to lift the declaration. National Assembly Speaker Woo Won Shik declared that the martial law was “invalid” and that lawmakers “will protect democracy… -
Mexican drug cartels recruit college students to make fentanyl: Report
Mexican drug cartels have a new target for their production of fentanyl and other illicit drugs: chemistry students. Colleges and universities have become the latest recruiting ground for Mexican cartels looking to build their own fentanyl empires. The New York Times reported how the Sinaloa cartel worked to recruit so-called “cooks” to make fentanyl for… -
Elon Musk files lawsuit to block OpenAI’s transition to for-profit
Elon Musk has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, the artificial intelligence company he co-founded, alleging violations of licensing agreements tied to foundational technology developed by his companies. The legal battle comes amid scrutiny of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and his push for profitability. Musk’s lawsuit, filed this week, accuses OpenAI of abandoning its founding principles… -
Nearly 60,000 migrants with criminal backgrounds roaming NYC: Report
New York City officials expressed frustration on Sunday, Dec. 1, over a fresh report published on Sunday, Nov. 30, by the New York Post that revealed new numbers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. The Post reported that nearly 60,000 undocumented immigrants with criminal records or pending criminal charges are out and about… -
Pair of tax preparers charged with stealing $65M worth of COVID-19 funds
A pair of tax preparers have been indicted on more than 50 charges for allegedly stealing $65 million in COVID-19 relief funds. Federal prosecutors in Tennessee say that Mississippi natives Renata Walton and Nicole Jones face charges including wire fraud, money laundering and filing false tax returns. Walton is charged separately with turning in false… -
Thousands protest in Tbilisi as Georgia suspends EU membership talks
Police clashed with protesters in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi on Thursday, Nov. 28, after the country’s ruling party announced it paused talks on joining the European Union (EU) until the end of 2028. Nearly 50 protesters were reportedly arrested, and three police officers were injured in the protests. Police in riot gear reportedly fired…
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