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State Farm pulls Super Bowl ad, redirects focus to Los Angeles wildfires
As the Super Bowl draws near, companies are gearing up to unveil their most exciting ads for sports fans and consumers. State Farm, however, won’t be one of those companies. The price for a 30-second Super Bowl commercial can top out at $7 million. Instead, the insurance giant says they will focus on helping those… -
Former Oakland mayor indicted on bribery charges in money scheme: FBI
A federal grand jury has indicted Oakland’s former mayor, Sheng Thao, in connection with a public corruption scheme exposed by the FBI. Thao faces bribery and conspiracy charges alongside three co-defendants, including her alleged boyfriend, Andre Jones, and two East Bay businessmen, Andy and David Duong. The indictment accuses Thao and her associates of orchestrating… -
US sanctions Sudanese military amid escalating war, ‘world’s worst famine’
Since 2023, Sudan has been locked in a conflict, pushing the country into a dire humanitarian crisis. As fighting continues, U.S. officials are holding Sudan’s military leader, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, responsible for much of the devastation, accusing him of using deadly weapons to displace millions and claim countless lives. The U.S. government condemned the Sudanese… -
Montana’s House GOP pushes forward transgender public bathroom bill
A bill advancing in Montana’s House of Representatives would require transgender people to use public bathrooms that align with their sex assigned at birth rather than their gender identity. The measure passed 58-42 with unanimous Republican support and Democrat opposition. If approved, the bill would apply to public facilities, including schools, jails and prisons, mandating… -
New York Gov. Hochul announces $77M plan to increase police on subways
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced a major effort to address crime on the city’s subway system following a number of high-profile, violent incidents. Hochul said her office is deploying double the NYPD officers to patrol train stations beginning Monday, Jan. 20. “Last March, we had a big surge in crime. We started to… -
FDA allows sale of ZYN nicotine pouches, cites lower risks than cigarettes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has officially approved nicotine pouches from ZYN, deeming them safer than traditional cigarettes and lower in health risks. The decision made on Thursday, Jan. 16, marks a significant win for ZYN, allowing it to remain on the market. After a scientific review, the FDA approved 20 new ZYN products.… -
Times Square ball retires, ending a historic chapter in New Year’s tradition
After years of marking the New Year’s Eve countdown, the iconic Times Square ball has made its final descent, signaling both the start of 2025 and the end of an era. The glittering sphere, which has been watched by millions each year, is retiring to become part of a new immersive exhibit, joining its predecessors… -
‘Drug-addicted rats’ prompt Houston police to destroy old evidence
The city of Houston is taking a major step to address overcrowded conditions and “drug-addicted rats” in its police department’s property room. The city and the district attorney’s office work together to destroy outdated evidence, making room for more current cases. The property room currently holds more than 1.2 million pieces of evidence spread across… -
Governors push to ban smartphones in schools in New Jersey and New York
Two governors along the East Coast are taking steps to limit smartphone use in schools. New Jersey and New York are considering new policies aimed at reducing distractions in the classroom. States who have issued bans have distinguished between smartphones like iPhones and basic cellular phones that can only call or text. In New Jersey,… -
DOT sues Southwest, fines Frontier $650K for chronic flight delays
The U.S. Department of Transportation has filed a lawsuit against Southwest Airlines and issued a fine to Frontier for chronic flight delays. This action is part of the government’s continued effort to hold airlines accountable for disrupted travel plans. The lawsuit, filed in a California courtroom, stems from an investigation that uncovered two Southwest Airlines… -
FDA bans Red No. 3 in food and drinks due to potential cancer risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is taking steps to remove the synthetic dye Red No. 3 from food and beverages, decades after it was linked to cancer risks. Originally approved in 1907, the additive has been a staple in many popular foods, including candy, cereal, cherries and dietary supplements. In 1980, studies raised alarms… -
Boar’s Head factories in violation for ‘mold, insects, blood’: USDA
Newly released inspection reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USDA) show unsanitary conditions at several Boar’s Head factories across the U.S. Multiple news outlets, including the Associated Press, pushed the USDA to release inspection records from Boar’s Head plants in Indiana, Arkansas, Virginia and Michigan. According to the reports, inspectors found mold, insects,… -
Olympians say medals from Paris 2024 games deteriorating
Several athletes who competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics reported their medals deteriorating just months after the games ended. The French government minted more than 5,000 medals for the 2024 Olympics, including those awarded at the Paralympics. However, several Olympians have raised concerns about their medals, reporting that they have become chipped, faded and tarnished.…
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