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Flu vaccination rates plummet among kids even as deaths rise
A record number of children in the United States died from the flu last year, yet vaccination rates continue to plummet. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s latest report published Wednesday, Dec. 11, 37% of kids have gotten flu shots this season. That’s down significantly from the 43% who’d got the shot… -
Biden commutes 1,500 sentences in historic clemency move
President Joe Biden granted clemency to nearly 1,500 individuals Thursday, Dec. 11, marking the largest single-day action of its kind in U.S. history. The White House announced that the initiative includes commutations for those who served at least one year in home confinement during the COVID-19 pandemic and 39 pardons for Americans convicted of nonviolent… -
UNC officially names Bill Belichick as next head coach
It’s the start of a new chapter for Bill Belichick, one of the greatest coaches in NFL history. The 72-year-old six-time Super Bowl-winning coach is taking the offer to become the new head coach at the University of North Carolina. . “I am excited for the opportunity at UNC-Chapel Hill. I grew up around college football with my… -
Pentagon says ‘Iranian mothership’ is not behind mysterious drones
As questions swirl over the dozens of drone sightings in New Jersey and other locations along the East Coast, the Pentagon has shot down one theory circulating at the Capitol. During a House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing Wednesday, Dec. 11, New Jersey Congressman Jeff Van Drew criticized the Federal Aviation Administration for not taking action, before giving… -
Trump says Wray resigning as FBI director is ‘a great day for America’
President-elect Donald Trump reacts to Christopher Wray’s resignation announcement. And the Pentagon responds to claims that an “Iranian mothership” is behind the mysterious drones over New Jersey. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. Trump says Wray resigning as FBI director is ‘a great day for America’ The dust is still… -
Ballistic missile intercepted over Guam during landmark defense test
In the event of a conflict between the United States and China, U.S. bases in the Pacific, including Guam, would play a critical role. Known as the “hub of the Pacific,” Guam is essential to U.S. military strategy in eastern Asia and the South China Sea. A recent test to intercept a ballistic missile aimed… -
Man arrested after allegedly flying drone over Vandenberg Space Force Base
Authorities arrested a Brentwood, California, man after they said he was flying a drone over Vandenberg Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County. Officials with the U.S. Department of Justice said he also took photos of the site. Vandenberg Space Force Base is a critical facility for U.S. military and space operations, known for satellite… -
General Motors ends Cruise robotaxi program
It’s the end of the road for General Motors’ Cruise robotaxi program. GM said Tuesday, Dec. 10, it plans to “realign its autonomous driving strategy” to focus on advanced driver assistance systems for use in personal vehicles. This comes a year after GM grounded its fleet of driverless vehicles after an accident in California that led to Cruise… -
Federal judge blocks sale of Infowars to The Onion
A federal judge rejected The Onion’s winning bid to buy Infowars on Tuesday, Dec. 10. The satirical news outlet won the auction to buy Alex Jones’ platform last month. Jones was forced to put the platform up for sale to help pay $1.5 billion in damages that he owes to the families of the Sandy… -
UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect fights extradition to NY, denied bail in PA
New details continue to emerge about the man charged with murder in the killing the UnitedHealthcare CEO. And wildfires burn out of control in southern California as strong winds are forecast to make matters worse. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect fights extradition to NY, denied bail in… -
Ukraine approves robotic combat droid for military use
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense has approved the Droid TW 12.7, a new robotic combat system, for deployment in its ongoing conflict with Russia. The remotely operated system is part of Ukraine’s efforts to modernize its armed forces and expand domestic arms production. The Droid TW 12.7 is a tracked, miniature tank equipped with a Browning… -
OpenAI releases Sora as debate over artist contributions grows
OpenAI has launched its long-awaited video generation model, Sora, making it available to ChatGPT Plus and Pro users in the United States and several other countries. The tool allows users to create high-definition video clips using text prompts, with additional features to animate images and remix existing footage. During a livestream demonstration, OpenAI showcased Sora’s… -
Lord & Taylor to relaunch as online discount luxury retailer
Lord & Taylor is the latest department store chain set to make an internet comeback. The retailer will relaunch in 2025 as a discount luxury e-commerce platform offering designer goods and Lord & Taylor-branded products, according to its new owner. Regal Brands Global acquired the Lord & Taylor intellectual property in September after its previous owner, Saadia Group — which had…